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Spoilers What Movie Are You Watching?
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Did not care for it or Jeff Bridge's performance, but that's me.
I agree about MiB.Watched Robot and Frank (2012) what I believe to be an indie film, don't know if it made it to the theater or not. Low key story set in the near future where a elderly man (Frank Langella), is given a robot as a house keeper, companion. Turns out he is a former cat burglar who enlists the robot to help him with some heists, mostly I think to alleviate boredom. It was watchable, but another it should have been a made for TV movie.
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Watched a few movies lately:
Last Vegas - I found it boring. Its got a great cast, but its not any of these actors' best movie, by a long shot.
Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit - It was pretty well done, but something didn't sit right with me. The story didn't seem to fit with the setting. It felt like a dated 80's spy-thriller but incorporated 9/11 and modern technology. I just found that a bit strange. Also, I know this movie isn't actually based on any of Clancy's books, but is this the beginning of a reboot of a Jack Ryan series? I'm not sure how I feel about that.
Freezer - Honestly, I had pretty low expectations for this, but it was actually entertaining (maybe because I had lowered my expectations?). It takes place completely in a walk-in freezer, and the story isn't very strong, but Dylan McDermott does a great job.
Last Vegas - I found it boring. Its got a great cast, but its not any of these actors' best movie, by a long shot.
Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit - It was pretty well done, but something didn't sit right with me. The story didn't seem to fit with the setting. It felt like a dated 80's spy-thriller but incorporated 9/11 and modern technology. I just found that a bit strange. Also, I know this movie isn't actually based on any of Clancy's books, but is this the beginning of a reboot of a Jack Ryan series? I'm not sure how I feel about that.
Freezer - Honestly, I had pretty low expectations for this, but it was actually entertaining (maybe because I had lowered my expectations?). It takes place completely in a walk-in freezer, and the story isn't very strong, but Dylan McDermott does a great job.
We had Frankenwenie/B] on this weekend. I didn't watch much of it, so I'll probably sit for it today.
I watched Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2. I don't recall liking the first one very much, but I thought this one was pretty good. I kept trying to figure out who the bad guy was supposed to be based on, and I just get the impression he's an evil Steve Jobs.
I watched Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2. I don't recall liking the first one very much, but I thought this one was pretty good. I kept trying to figure out who the bad guy was supposed to be based on, and I just get the impression he's an evil Steve Jobs.
Today, I finally managed to get to see the modern Italian classic 'The Great Beauty', a movie I had long waited for the opportunity to see and had looked forward to being able to watch it.
Italian friends had recommended it highly, and had commended its sophisticated take on aspects of modern Italian culture. In addition, critics whose writing I respect, had also recommended the movie strongly.
This is a rich, indulgent, visually arresting, beautifully shot, Felliniesque study of languidity, pretentiousness and artistic & philosophical bankruptcy amongst the uber-rich, bored, bohemian set in modern-day Rome.
Personally, I loved it, especially lead actor Tony Servillo, - who was absolutely superb - but most of humanity will just ask 'Why don't these people work'?
Italian friends had recommended it highly, and had commended its sophisticated take on aspects of modern Italian culture. In addition, critics whose writing I respect, had also recommended the movie strongly.
This is a rich, indulgent, visually arresting, beautifully shot, Felliniesque study of languidity, pretentiousness and artistic & philosophical bankruptcy amongst the uber-rich, bored, bohemian set in modern-day Rome.
Personally, I loved it, especially lead actor Tony Servillo, - who was absolutely superb - but most of humanity will just ask 'Why don't these people work'?
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I'm currently watching "The Caine Mutiny"....again.
Some excellent characterizations, and an interesting and plausible plot. It was made clear at the opening credits that there has never been a mutiny in the US Navy. The fact that Herman Wouk, the author of the book upon which the play, and then this movie, was made, served in the Navy undoubtedly helped in creating a plausible, if totally fictional, scenario
Bogart was asked how he was able to so convincingly portray a clearly unbalanced individual. He said (approximately)..."It was easy. Not a big challenge. Everybody knows I'm nuts."
Some excellent characterizations, and an interesting and plausible plot. It was made clear at the opening credits that there has never been a mutiny in the US Navy. The fact that Herman Wouk, the author of the book upon which the play, and then this movie, was made, served in the Navy undoubtedly helped in creating a plausible, if totally fictional, scenario
Bogart was asked how he was able to so convincingly portray a clearly unbalanced individual. He said (approximately)..."It was easy. Not a big challenge. Everybody knows I'm nuts."
I was shocked to hear of Philip Seymour Hoffman's passing today. I enjoyed seeing him in movies and interviews; he seemed humble and relatable, and he was a fantastic actor, in my opinion. Its too bad he was affected by drug addiction.
Seeing him in Catching Fire was an unexpected surprise. He played a great Plutarch Heavensbee. I wonder how his death will affect Mockingjay (the third in the Hunger Games trilogy). Part 1 is apparently already in post production, and part 2 was midway through filming. Heavensbee had a relatively minor role in Catching Fire, but he's a central character in Mockingjay (in the book, at least), so I'm not sure how that'll turn out.
Seeing him in Catching Fire was an unexpected surprise. He played a great Plutarch Heavensbee. I wonder how his death will affect Mockingjay (the third in the Hunger Games trilogy). Part 1 is apparently already in post production, and part 2 was midway through filming. Heavensbee had a relatively minor role in Catching Fire, but he's a central character in Mockingjay (in the book, at least), so I'm not sure how that'll turn out.
He was not a favorite actor of mine, but I recognized his intensity and talent. Always sad with an ending like this.
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On Sunday I watched La Planète Sauvage (1973). I quite enjoyed it and thought the animation was fantastic.
one of my favorites
Escape From New York, edited and cut, but no less fun. Hundreds of viewings later, I love this film as much as the first time I saw it. Seeing it theatrically (along with Big Trouble in Little China, Assault on Precinct 13 and the Thing) is something I hope to do sooner rather than later.
Escape From New York, edited and cut, but no less fun. Hundreds of viewings later, I love this film as much as the first time I saw it. Seeing it theatrically (along with Big Trouble in Little China, Assault on Precinct 13 and the Thing) is something I hope to do sooner rather than later.
Yeah Fantastic Planet! What a great film, wildly imaginative. It was a also briefly featured in "The Cell" starring Jennifer Lopez.
Not quite the full movie (although it is by far my favourite of the 'Dollars' trilogy) namely the movie 'For A Few Dollars More':Instead, I am watching (yet again) the superb final duel scene between Indio, Colonel Mortimer (and, Manco, supplying a timely and sublime wonderful helping hand along with the haunting chimes of a matched pair of two pocket watches) which is one of my all time favourite endings to a movie.
Did I ever mention elsewhere on these threads that I really love Lee van Cleef, especially in this role? No? Well, just in case it slipped my mind, and I omitted to mention it, through some inexplicable oversight, I thought I'd let you know that I am rather fond of Lee van Cleef.....
Did I ever mention elsewhere on these threads that I really love Lee van Cleef, especially in this role? No? Well, just in case it slipped my mind, and I omitted to mention it, through some inexplicable oversight, I thought I'd let you know that I am rather fond of Lee van Cleef.....
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I love Escape from New York! Snake Plissken definitely rules! As for the others, I do too, although I ponder around Precinct 13 (the original, I assume) for some years now - never saw it and the bluray is kinda expensive here. It's a Carpenter as well, isn't it?
Since you're an avid Logan fangirl - what do you say about Origins? Wrong thread, I know...I enjoyed it although I must confess that Kubert isn't my first choice artist. A bit less would have been more overall imho - not a fan of these fancy covers and glossy paper.
Yay! Something else we both enjoy. I never get tired of Snake.
Yup, the original Assault is a Carpenter too (his second film.) The Napoleon Wilson character is an early attempt at a Snake Plissken type (though nowhere near as cool.) I've grown to really appreciate Assault a lot in the past 10 years.
I have not read a Wolveriine comic since the original Origin (which shut off my Wolverine 2D luv), BUT I love Kieron Gillen's Mister Sinister and might get this collected, along with the new Punisher run. Kubert drew a killer Wolverine back in the 90s, but some of his art looks rushed here. With my iMac going bye-bye, saving money for a replacement.
Ahem, quickly, gets back on topic.
I know you're a blu ray person, but if you can find Assault on Precinct 13 in any version cheap, I'd say check it out.
I just watched (for the first time!) 1950's "The Magnificent Yankee", the biopic about Oliver Wendall Holmes.
Not a great film by any standard, but Louis Calhern is one of my favorite character actors, and was given the lead in this film as MGM's thanks for many years of remarkable service in smaller roles. One in particular, the lawyer in "The Asphalt Jungle", one of the great film noir movies, was brilliant. The scene where he realizes that he is finished and going to prison is a truly great job of acting.
"The Magnificent Yankee" kind of a sweet, hagiographic biopic, but worth seeing for Calhern's engaging performance.
Not a great film by any standard, but Louis Calhern is one of my favorite character actors, and was given the lead in this film as MGM's thanks for many years of remarkable service in smaller roles. One in particular, the lawyer in "The Asphalt Jungle", one of the great film noir movies, was brilliant. The scene where he realizes that he is finished and going to prison is a truly great job of acting.
"The Magnificent Yankee" kind of a sweet, hagiographic biopic, but worth seeing for Calhern's engaging performance.
No, I've not seen this particular movie.
However, to my mind, Oliver Wendell Holmes is one of those incredibly interesting, extraordinary and impressive individuals, that the US used be able to produce in enviably large numbers: A first class mind that was tempered by lived experience, humanity, personal decency, courage and integrity along with a solid moral core, to my way of thinking, he exemplified the best of the sort of ethos & values of many in the US who viewed the idea of 'public service' to be just that - you serve the common good with your life.
While a 'hagiographical biopic' wouldn't exactly enthral me, I will admit to being interested in reading a good biography of the man, if one is available, or, indeed, watching an intelligent movie should one ever actually be made. Actually, I'd even welcome recommendations.......
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Recently watched Captain Phillips and Jackass Bad Grandpa on Amazon instant video as a rental. Very good movies.
I'm watching a 1947 film, "Crossfire". A little known film noir addressing the issue of anti-Semitism in a non-preachy, but very powerful manner.
I don't think this film has received the attention it deserves. It's a small, "poverty row" low budget film with a remarkable performance by Robert Ryan, and a terrific supporting cast including Gloria Grahame, Robert Mitchum and Robert Young. The latter's performance is way above his usual acting...low key but strong. And Ryan, a fine actor who was underutilized gives a frightening performance.
It's not the slick, if well done, quality such as "Gentleman's Agreement", which addresses the same subject well...this is edgy, rough, and extremely well done.
Really a must see for film noir enthusiasts, and those interested in the early discussion of a subject seldom addressed in films of the time.
I don't think this film has received the attention it deserves. It's a small, "poverty row" low budget film with a remarkable performance by Robert Ryan, and a terrific supporting cast including Gloria Grahame, Robert Mitchum and Robert Young. The latter's performance is way above his usual acting...low key but strong. And Ryan, a fine actor who was underutilized gives a frightening performance.
It's not the slick, if well done, quality such as "Gentleman's Agreement", which addresses the same subject well...this is edgy, rough, and extremely well done.
Really a must see for film noir enthusiasts, and those interested in the early discussion of a subject seldom addressed in films of the time.
