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[Mellofello808]

Interesting write up. I actually haven’t watched it yet, but I have read where others have saying similar to what you said. Also, you hit on the point of the droning of the music, which was also the exact issue with ‘Bladerunner 2049’. The audio was so overwhelmingly loud, it drowned out the dialogue at points in Blade runner. It’s weird, because Villeneuve is an outstanding Director, but the audio composing is terrible at times.

RE: the audio.

I am not sure what medium you used to watch BR, but it makes a huge difference in my experience.

I watched it in the theater, and it was such a formative experience to hear the soundtrack in that environment that I got heavily back into building out a home theater, after reverting to a sound bar for a while.

I own the 4k Blu ray which sounds so fantastic, that it is my test bench for new equipment/changes in settings. I also use a few of the scenes as part of my Atmos demo when people come over.

However I noticed it had been added to HBO max, and even though I have watched it many times I clicked on it, and the mix is alarmingly bad. There is usually a big difference between the streaming vs Blu Ray, but this is the biggest one of all IMO.

It was the same with Dume, I had no issues in the theater, but it was unwatchable at home.

Anyway I went out to watch the French dispatch in the theater last night. Delightful movie. It is made up of 3 vignettes, the first and the 3rd act very strong. Amazing performance by Benicio Del Toro.

There are so many stars in the movie that A listers like Edward Norton only have like 3 minutes on screen.

 

[pachyderm]

Anyway I went out to watch the French dispatch in the theater last night. Delightful movie. It is made up of 3 vignettes, the first and the 3rd act very strong. Amazing performance by Benicio Del Toro.

There are so many stars in the movie that A listers like Edward Norton only have like 3 minutes on screen.

I've been waiting for this one...

 

[0128672]

I've been waiting for this one...

Yes, me too! Not sure when I'll venture to a theater though.

 

[Scepticalscribe]

RE: the audio.

I am not sure what medium you used to watch BR, but it makes a huge difference in my experience.

I watched it in the theater, and it was such a formative experience to hear the soundtrack in that environment that I got heavily back into building out a home theater, after reverting to a sound bar for a while.

I own the 4k Blu ray which sounds so fantastic, that it is my test bench for new equipment/changes in settings. I also use a few of the scenes as part of my Atmos demo when people come over.

However I noticed it had been added to HBO max, and even though I have watched it many times I clicked on it, and the mix is alarmingly bad. There is usually a big difference between the streaming vs Blu Ray, but this is the biggest one of all IMO.

It was the same with Dume, I had no issues in the theater, but it was unwatchable at home.

Anyway I went out to watch the French dispatch in the theater last night. Delightful movie. It is made up of 3 vignettes, the first and the 3rd act very strong. Amazing performance by Benicio Del Toro.

There are so many stars in the movie that A listers like Edward Norton only have like 3 minutes on screen.

Ah, excellent.

I had hoped to find someone who had seen this movie, as I decided to drop into this thread this evening in order to ask whether anyone had yet managed to see it, and, if so, what they thought of it.

I must say that I really loved Grand Hotel Budapest, - the incredible cinematography, amazing music, wonderful wit and bittersweet sensibility, and stunning cast - and I am looking forward to seeing this movie.

I've been waiting for this one...

Likewise.

Yes, me too! Not sure when I'll venture to a theater though.

Same here.

 

[Queen6]

Enemy of the State (1998)

Arguably years ahead of it's time...

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[44267547]

Reminiscence [2021]

So, think ‘Interstellar’ elements mixed with some Matrix moments, which equates to ‘Reminiscence’.

Personally, I only tuned in to this movie, because I’m a huge fan of Hugh Jackman. Probably one of the most emotional and charismatic male actors in the industry. [And the Dude just doesn’t age either.]

The plot itself follows an Investigator (Jackman) that can help retrieve past events by using a machine to withdraw memories. When Jackman falls in love with a client, she disappears, and he is hell-bent on finding the answers to her disappearance.

I will say, this movie is very dynamic and can be confusing, because a lot of the beginning plot points of the movie aren’t fully intertwined until towards the end. So it definitely requires your full attention.

Personally, I really enjoyed this movie. It definitely teeters toward sci-fi, but trying to show you a futuristic world of technological advantages.

 

[ucfgrad93]

Enemy of the State (1998)
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Arguably years ahead of it's time...

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That was a good movie.

 

[Apple_Robert]

Just finished "No Time to Die."

No Time to Die (2021) ⭐ 7.3 | Action, Adventure, Thriller

2h 43m | PG-13

www.imdb.com

The theme song was horrendous, in my opinion. Once I got past the terrible singing, I found the movie to be ok. It was pale in comparison to Craig's prior Bond movies. I also found the character development to be lacking as a whole. As such, I really didn't feel a sense of connection with the characters (which included Craig most of the time). I blame that on the poor writing. And it didn't help matters that the poor writing lasted almost 3hrs.

 

[44267547]

Just finished "No Time to Die."

No Time to Die (2021) ⭐ 7.3 | Action, Adventure, Thriller

2h 43m | PG-13

www.imdb.com

The theme song was horrendous, in my opinion. Once I got past the terrible singing, I found the movie to be ok. It was pale in comparison to Craig's prior Bond movies. I also found the character development to be lacking as a whole. As such, I really didn't feel a sense of connection with the characters (which included Craig most of the time). I blame that on the poor writing. And it didn't help matters that the poor writing lasted almost 3hrs.

Do you happen to watch it in theaters or stream it? I started watching it last weekend, but never finished it quite yet. I really like Daniel Craig, even though I’m not a huge fan of Bond films in general, I do think he is a superb actor.

 

[Apple_Robert]

Do you happen to watch it in theaters or stream it? I started watching it last weekend, but never finished it quite yet. I really like Daniel Craig, even though I’m not a huge fan of Bond films in general, I do think he is a superb actor.

I streamed it on Apple TV. I think Craig was a great Bond right up there with Connery. I think the writing did his character and his acting ability a disservice. It will be interesting to see what kind of movie he involved with in the coming year (give or take).

 

[Juicy Box]

Just finished "No Time to Die."

I was just debating to myself on seeing this or Dune tonight in the theater, but missed the last showing on both.

Dune probably would have won if I would have check the times a little earlier.

I have seen every Bond film since Goldeneye in the theater, but No Time To Die might be the first one I miss.

 

[Queen6]

Just finished "No Time to Die."

No Time to Die (2021) ⭐ 7.3 | Action, Adventure, Thriller

2h 43m | PG-13

www.imdb.com

The theme song was horrendous, in my opinion. Once I got past the terrible singing, I found the movie to be ok. It was pale in comparison to Craig's prior Bond movies. I also found the character development to be lacking as a whole. As such, I really didn't feel a sense of connection with the characters (which included Craig most of the time). I blame that on the poor writing. And it didn't help matters that the poor writing lasted almost 3hrs.

Casino Royal is one of my favourite Bond films with Daniel Craig absolutely nailing it. No Time to Die the opposite it's not bad technically, however way off pace for a Bond film. I agree the writing is mediocre and the story overly stretched No Time to Die could easily have been accomplished in an hour and a half. Film feels like it's gone through multiple rewrites and significantly suffered for it. Although there are some big action scenes it all feels very diluted and at some points boring to watch, no action, suspense, thrill just long shots and weak dialogue.

Maybe if I watch the Daniel Craig Bond films in sequence, however doubt my opinion will change as No Time to Die is simply far too long & overly self indulgent. I get that they wanted to end big being Daniel Craig's last Bond, at the end I simply didn't care as same there was no connection to the characters...

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[44267547]

No Time to Die could easily have been accomplished in an hour and a half. Film feels like it's gone through multiple rewrites and significantly suffered for it.

Without spoilers, how do you propose ‘No time to die’ could’ve been cut down to 1.5 hours? To me, there’s way more script that ties in a lot of loose ends, that would’ve been hastily put together in 1.5 hours. Now, I didn’t finish the film, but I definitely don’t see where this film should have been down to just 1.5 hours. If you would’ve said two hours, then I would maybe agree, but otherwise, your time expectancy would not be on par with what the movie was trying to execute long term.

 

[Queen6]

Without spoilers, how do you propose ‘No time to die’ could’ve been cut down to 1.5 hours? To me, there’s way more script that ties in a lot of loose ends, that would’ve been hastily put together in 1.5 hours. Now, I didn’t finish the film, but I definitely don’t see where this film should have been down to just 1.5 hours. If you would’ve said two hours, then I would maybe agree, but otherwise, your time expectancy would not be on par with what the movie was trying to execute long term.

It's simply too long, two hours is probably a better estimation. No Time to Die tends to stall out a lot, just not enough going on to really grip the viewer. Feels like multiple plots weakly stitched together, from various writers. The story could have been tightened up a good deal or simply a more compelling plotline.

Bottom line is No Time to Die is rather middling unless your an ardent fan of Bond. I like the bond films myself and have watched all, however this one doesn't standout to me. The film felt more like a generic action film with a drawn out family subplot. I cant say it wasn't entertaining in places, it was yet No Time to Die is certainly not deeply compelling and most definitely lacks a lot of the Bond flavour/magic, barring a few scenes.

Doesn't help that I've recently revisited some of the Sean Connery Bond films which are tightly written and really well done for the time with no pretentions other than being entertaining.

Don't want to sound overly negative as No Time to Die is far from a bad film, equally falls short of one that excels as a Bond. I did like the homages harking back to the early films and to some extent can see why the film concluded as it does. TBH I don't think they have any other alternative in todays climate. I also think without the Internet Rage Gang No Time to Die would have been a far better watch as the DNA is clearly there...

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[JamesMike]

I enjoy watching Time To Die in my home, would not have liked going to the theater to see it, too long.

 

[Huntn]

Red Notice (2021 Netflix)- Light, action, comedy heist flick. Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds, Gal Gadot. Loved by audiences, hated by critics, fun and mostly unbelievable and predictable, globe trotting adventure. The 3 actors have good rapore.

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[Queen6]

A master class in science fiction, horror & suspense - Alien (1979)

What to say; watch if you haven't, watch if you have. 42 years on yet very few films come remotely close to Ridley Scott's Alien...

On the big screen, on release just WOW. Literally a jaw dropping experience

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[TimothyJohn]

A master class in science fiction, horror & suspense - Alien (1979)
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What to say; watch if you haven't, watch if you have. 42 years on yet very few films come remotely close to Ridley Scott's Alien...

On the big screen, on release just WOW. Literally a jaw dropping experience

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I've seen all of them. Some better than others, but none equal the first. HOWEVER, in watching them all; the answer does come back to the first. It's not so obvious, but true nonetheless. The Creature was created, spawned by AI. Ash, Mother, all of them trying to spawn life. In the image they conceive. And of course, AI was a corporate/military creation. Also mixed in with that, AI's unsuccessful attempts at physical copulation with humans. Remember Ash rolling up the magazine and trying to ram it down Ripley's throat? Also in Covenant, the robot's failed attempt to conceive with her resulted in her death? It's interesting to postulate that if self aware AI is ever achieved, wouldn't seem logical to assume that it would desire to procreate? I agree that Alien is about as good as it gets. Remember that when asked what was the greatest danger to humanity, Stephen Hawking responded, AI.

 

[Huntn]

A master class in science fiction, horror & suspense - Alien (1979)
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What to say; watch if you haven't, watch if you have. 42 years on yet very few films come remotely close to Ridley Scott's Alien...

On the big screen, on release just WOW. Literally a jaw dropping experience

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And Aliens complimented it perfectly, the same ecosystem, but very different in tempo.
“Nuke the site from orbit, just to be safe…”

 

[mikzn]

And Aliens complimented it perfectly, the same ecosystem, but very different in tempo.
“Nuke the site from orbit, just to be safe…”

Yes Aliens was an awesome sequel, just as good as the original ?

Also enjoyed Prometheus (incredible soundtrack)

 

[Steven-iphone]

Red Notice (2021 Netflix)- Light, action, comedy heist flick. Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds, Gal Gadot. Loved by audiences, hated by critics, fun and mostly unbelievable and predictable, globe trotting adventure. The 3 actors have good rapore.

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Entertaining movie, a bit simple in the script/storyline

 

[44267547]

Donnie Darko [2001]

This is one of the darkest psychological thriller films ever made, and it shows the viewer how powerful the mind really is. It’s hard to believe that this movie was actually filmed in 2000, and yet; it holds its weight where it doesn’t age, even today when watching this.

What’s Unique about this film, is that it’s open to multiple interpretations of what the plot was really about (Or how it should’ve played out). Donnie Darko [Jake Gyllenhaal], is somebody that is experiencing a mental phenomenon or is it schizophrenia?

This is one of those movies that I could watch again and again, and still pick something up every time, it’s that much of a mind bender.

 

[pachyderm]

Light, post apocalyptic Sci-Fi.

I rather enjoyed it.

 

[ucfgrad93]

A master class in science fiction, horror & suspense - Alien (1979)
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What to say; watch if you haven't, watch if you have. 42 years on yet very few films come remotely close to Ridley Scott's Alien...

On the big screen, on release just WOW. Literally a jaw dropping experience

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Great movie!

 

[Huntn]

Wonder Woman 1984 (2020)- I dislike the villain, I dislike the premise, I think I hate the plot of this movie. By the time I realized the agenda, it was just too much for my liking. ?