I was all jacked up to see American Sniper tonight, only to find out that the Christmas Day release date was only in limited theaters. Very disappointing.
Gone Girl came out where I am now.
I like these kind of psychological thriller movies typically and was expecting to enjoy it from the trailer, but it far exceeded my expectations.
I guessed the outcome before the movie even started (No, I’ve never heard of the book and only saw the trailer), but the ride was very enjoyable.
Maybe it helps that I dated a girl who was also very intelligent (or academically decorated if you will) and seemingly bitchy/manipulative. I enjoyed watching the relationship of Nick and Amy play out far more than the crime thriller aspect.
Also saw the Hobbit 3 last week. Too.Much.Fighting. And too many overdone Legolas moments. Orlando Bloom must have a hard time not cracking a smile while doing all the ridiculous shit he does.
[quote]Steel Nation wrote:
I was all jacked up to see American Sniper tonight, …[/quote]
Must have taken that avatar picture at the time!! haha
The Interview.
Downloaded it, got a really good buzz on, and watched it.
I’m a sucker for stupid comedy, and this was everything I hoped it would be.
USA USA USA USA
[quote]doogie wrote:
The Interview.
Downloaded it, got a really good buzz on, and watched it.
I’m a sucker for stupid comedy, and this was everything I hoped it would be.
USA USA USA USA[/quote]
How dare you insult the dear, honourable, “perfect incarnation of the divine”, father of the people, sun of the Communist future, shining star above Paektu Mountain, leader of the Revolutionary Forces of the Armed People, guiding ray of light, guarantee of the Fatherland’s unification, beloved father and comrade, leader of the party, the army, the country and the people, ever-victorious, iron-willed commander, sun of socialism, the great sun of life, leader of the 21st Century, great man who descended from heaven, glorious and supreme leader of the Haitians, Great Field Marshal, invincible and triumphant General, great defender, saviour, mastermind of the revolution, highest incarnation of the revolutionary spirit, His excellency and Eternal Leader of the Party Kim Jong-un!
You American, capitalist, imperialist, colonialist pig you! /sarcasm
BTW - That’s not a full list of his official titles. He has more than Idi Amin. Kim Jong-un is somehow an army Lieutenant General and a Field Marshal at the same time. That’s something “Doctor” Idi Amin, “Lord of all the beasts of the earth and fishes of the sea” never managed.
4 yesterday That Anxious Moment, Serendipity, High Fidelity, He Got Game. First 2 with the wife.
“Blue Jasmine”
Cate Blanchett’s character was such a fabulous disaster. Her acting was top-notch.
Hercules - this isn’t the long overdue movie version of the demigod’s twelve labors; it’s an adaptation of a graphic novel (Hercules: The Thracian Wars), which posits that the son of Zeus is really a mortal warrior who completed his labors with the help of a crew of mercenaries, and the ‘myth’ as we know it is just a front to intimidate enemies and maybe coax some extra gold from grateful kings’ purses (one-man armies don’t come cheap).
While it does explore mythicism and heroism --taking several creative liberties with mythology to do so – it really works best as a popcorn flick. That shouldn’t make sense when it’s about an enduring figure in legend, but most of the cast seem to be having a blast (The Rock, in Nemean lion hoody, gives the most solemn performance) and the mood is kept relatively light throughout --even in the darker moments-- without resorting to parody.
Even so, one scene in particular gives a tantalizing glimpse of what a proper Hercules movie would look like, and it’s no coincidence that it’s one of the high points in a production that’s best enjoyed while totally sozzled.
[quote]roybot wrote:
Hercules - this isn’t the long overdue movie version of the demigod’s twelve labors; it’s an adaptation of a graphic novel (Hercules: The Thracian Wars), which posits that the son of Zeus is really a mortal warrior who completed his labors with the help of a crew of mercenaries, and the ‘myth’ as we know it is just a front to intimidate enemies and maybe coax some extra gold from grateful kings’ purses (one-man armies don’t come cheap).
While it does explore mythicism and heroism --taking several creative liberties with mythology to do so – it really works best as a popcorn flick. That shouldn’t make sense when it’s about an enduring figure in legend, but most of the cast seem to be having a blast (The Rock, in Nemean lion hoody, gives the most solemn performance) and the mood is kept relatively light throughout --even in the darker moments-- without resorting to parody.
Even so, one scene in particular gives a tantalizing glimpse of what a proper Hercules movie would look like, and it’s no coincidence that it’s one of the high points in a production that’s best enjoyed while totally sozzled.
[/quote]
To put succinctly:
IT SUCKED
Sorry Roy I had hopes for this movie, but they bent it over the couch and raped the hell out of it.
[quote]Derek542 wrote:
[quote]roybot wrote:
Hercules - this isn’t the long overdue movie version of the demigod’s twelve labors; it’s an adaptation of a graphic novel (Hercules: The Thracian Wars), which posits that the son of Zeus is really a mortal warrior who completed his labors with the help of a crew of mercenaries, and the ‘myth’ as we know it is just a front to intimidate enemies and maybe coax some extra gold from grateful kings’ purses (one-man armies don’t come cheap).
While it does explore mythicism and heroism --taking several creative liberties with mythology to do so – it really works best as a popcorn flick. That shouldn’t make sense when it’s about an enduring figure in legend, but most of the cast seem to be having a blast (The Rock, in Nemean lion hoody, gives the most solemn performance) and the mood is kept relatively light throughout --even in the darker moments-- without resorting to parody.
Even so, one scene in particular gives a tantalizing glimpse of what a proper Hercules movie would look like, and it’s no coincidence that it’s one of the high points in a production that’s best enjoyed while totally sozzled.
[/quote]
To put succinctly:
IT SUCKED
Sorry Roy I had hopes for this movie, but they bent it over the couch and raped the hell out of it. [/quote]
I never had high hopes for it, which is why I waited for rental. I went into it expecting cheese ball ephemera and that’s what I got.
They could have done a proper Hercules movie, but why bother when you can fork out a couple of mil for the rights to a graphic novel based on a character in the public domain? That’s the kind of logic you’re up against.
Have you seen the Renny Harlin version starring Kellan Lutz, Derek? ducks
[quote]roybot wrote:
[quote]Derek542 wrote:
[quote]roybot wrote:
Hercules - this isn’t the long overdue movie version of the demigod’s twelve labors; it’s an adaptation of a graphic novel (Hercules: The Thracian Wars), which posits that the son of Zeus is really a mortal warrior who completed his labors with the help of a crew of mercenaries, and the ‘myth’ as we know it is just a front to intimidate enemies and maybe coax some extra gold from grateful kings’ purses (one-man armies don’t come cheap).
While it does explore mythicism and heroism --taking several creative liberties with mythology to do so – it really works best as a popcorn flick. That shouldn’t make sense when it’s about an enduring figure in legend, but most of the cast seem to be having a blast (The Rock, in Nemean lion hoody, gives the most solemn performance) and the mood is kept relatively light throughout --even in the darker moments-- without resorting to parody.
Even so, one scene in particular gives a tantalizing glimpse of what a proper Hercules movie would look like, and it’s no coincidence that it’s one of the high points in a production that’s best enjoyed while totally sozzled.
[/quote]
To put succinctly:
IT SUCKED
Sorry Roy I had hopes for this movie, but they bent it over the couch and raped the hell out of it. [/quote]
I never had high hopes for it, which is why I waited for rental. I went into it expecting cheese ball ephemera and that’s what I got.
They could have done a proper Hercules movie, but why bother when you can fork out a couple of mil for the rights to a graphic novel based on a character in the public domain? That’s the kind of logic you’re up against.
Have you seen the Renny Harlin version starring Kellan Lutz, Derek? ducks[/quote]
That is on HBO/Cinemax right now, I keep missing it lol. I am sure that will also piss me off.
I am a huge mythology fan, and Hollywood just cannot get it right in regards to this genre. Clash of the Titans is sadly the best they can do and that just sucks.
I would LOVE to see an actual movie about Hercules and his 12 labors. With what CGI can do now… Good Lord.
[quote]magick wrote:
I would LOVE to see an actual movie about Hercules and his 12 labors. With what CGI can do now… Good Lord.[/quote]
Exactly. I mean the Rock is perfect for the role, but to take away what made Hercules popular in the first place. Pisses me off
Snowpiercer - Caught this on Netflix over Xmas weekend. It’s about a post-apocalyptic world that’s frozen, and the only survivors are all aboard this train that’s segregated by class. The poorest in the caboose, and the people get richer the closer you get to the engine. Stars Chris Evans, John Hurt, and Tilda Swinton. It’s a really twisted flick, in the best possible way. It works both on the visceral entertainment level, as well as the thoughtful, allegorical one. I highly recommend it.
[quote]Steel Nation wrote:
Snowpiercer - Caught this on Netflix over Xmas weekend. It’s about a post-apocalyptic world that’s frozen, and the only survivors are all aboard this train that’s segregated by class. The poorest in the caboose, and the people get richer the closer you get to the engine. Stars Chris Evans, John Hurt, and Tilda Swinton. It’s a really twisted flick, in the best possible way. It works both on the visceral entertainment level, as well as the thoughtful, allegorical one. I highly recommend it. [/quote]
Yep! Saw it about a month ago and thoroughly enjoyed it!
Good review, SN!
Watched Tusk. Parts of it were a little silly, but there was also some legitimately unsettling moments. Overall it was pretty good. Also saw TMNT and gotta be honest, it was pretty badass. Anyone who watched the old cartoon will dig it.
[quote]Derek542 wrote:
[quote]roybot wrote:
[quote]Derek542 wrote:
[quote]roybot wrote:
Hercules - this isn’t the long overdue movie version of the demigod’s twelve labors; it’s an adaptation of a graphic novel (Hercules: The Thracian Wars), which posits that the son of Zeus is really a mortal warrior who completed his labors with the help of a crew of mercenaries, and the ‘myth’ as we know it is just a front to intimidate enemies and maybe coax some extra gold from grateful kings’ purses (one-man armies don’t come cheap).
While it does explore mythicism and heroism --taking several creative liberties with mythology to do so – it really works best as a popcorn flick. That shouldn’t make sense when it’s about an enduring figure in legend, but most of the cast seem to be having a blast (The Rock, in Nemean lion hoody, gives the most solemn performance) and the mood is kept relatively light throughout --even in the darker moments-- without resorting to parody.
Even so, one scene in particular gives a tantalizing glimpse of what a proper Hercules movie would look like, and it’s no coincidence that it’s one of the high points in a production that’s best enjoyed while totally sozzled.
[/quote]
To put succinctly:
IT SUCKED
Sorry Roy I had hopes for this movie, but they bent it over the couch and raped the hell out of it. [/quote]
I never had high hopes for it, which is why I waited for rental. I went into it expecting cheese ball ephemera and that’s what I got.
They could have done a proper Hercules movie, but why bother when you can fork out a couple of mil for the rights to a graphic novel based on a character in the public domain? That’s the kind of logic you’re up against.
Have you seen the Renny Harlin version starring Kellan Lutz, Derek? ducks[/quote]
That is on HBO/Cinemax right now, I keep missing it lol. I am sure that will also piss me off.
I am a huge mythology fan, and Hollywood just cannot get it right in regards to this genre. Clash of the Titans is sadly the best they can do and that just sucks. [/quote]
Clash of the Titans was deliberately inaccurate. Studios make ’ original ’ additions like Calibos and Bubo the mecha-owl so they can copyright the material. In 1981, it was sort of understandable as they were trying ride the success of Star Wars.
The remakes deviate even further from the source material, although at least they got around to putting some actual Titans in the sequel. Also, Sam Worthington makes Harry Hamlin look like an Oscar contender.
[quote]magick wrote:
I would LOVE to see an actual movie about Hercules and his 12 labors. With what CGI can do now… Good Lord.[/quote]
I’d also like to see a version of Theseus and the Minotaur, done like The Raid, but with a maze instead of a building. Balls to the wall action and a shitload of traps.
[quote]csulli wrote:
Just watched Dark Skies tonight now that it’s on demand. Ending was terrible and ruined the movie IMO, but I gotta say it still freaked me right the fuck out. Those “grey” aliens are like my one big thing that scares the shit out of me. I used to have recurring nightmares as a kid just like the ones in the movie.[/quote]
I finally saw this tonight on Netflix, and bloody hell, it completely scared the crap outta me! Total nail-biter. I swear my ears were ringing after the film ended. Great horror/alien film! Thanks for the recommendation, Csulli!