What Movie Did You Just Watch? - Forever

[blackcauldron85]

Some of the movies I've been watching lately are from the library, Twilight was from Netflix, and the rest I watched streaming on Netflix.

[Cordy_Biddle]

Two of my personal favourites starring Doris Day:

Love Me or Leave Me
Billy Rose's Jumbo

I'm going to be so, sooo sad when Ms Day passes away. As a thirteen year-old, her films opened my eyes to the world of classic movies. From there I discovered Debbie Reynolds, Jane Powell, Ann Miller, June Allyson, Leslie Caron....

I adore classic movies and my collection keeps growing as I discover more and more stars to follow. I'm absolutely dreading the day that I log on to find Ms Day is no longer with us . So many great stars are gone, but Day seems like she's always going to be there somehow.

[Margos]

WALL-E - It's been a few months since I've seen this one. I sobbed of course, during the "blank WALL-E" scene at the end, and EVE's parting kiss..... *sighs* Definitely one of my favs. Nothing more to say.

So Dear to my Heart - Quite a change of pace from "WALL-E." I think it's an absolutely charming film, with the most adorable and destructive little lamb I have ever seen. Honestly, I think Stitch and Danny would get along great! It's a little cornball, but hey, it just adds to the charm, in my opinion. Gotta love that Burl Ives!

[Mooky]

Just got back from seeing New Moon with a friend... It was alright, I guess. Nothing amazing or awe-inspiring, but I liked it more than "Twilight". It also has a beautiful cinematography (particularly in the Italy-portion of the movie) and an okay soundtrack, but even those two couldn't save the movie from the wooden acting and line delivery of the two leads (though I have to admit, Kristen Stewart's gotten better since the first movie) and a tedious story. I doubt I'd be revisiting the movie anytime soon. Best part of the movie experience: listening to t(w)een girls swoon and sigh each time a shirtless guy appeared on screen. My friend and I were dying inside with laughter. And I swear I could feel a few very nasty looks piercing my skull after I giggled at Bella falling off a bike...

[Goliath]

Goliath, I'm glad to see there is another Hitchcock and Billy Wilder fan on here. I must agree with your summary on Foreign Correspondent, its such an underrated movie that it makes me sick. The plane crash scene holds up well today and its a shame that many people have never heard of this movie (many Hitchcock greats get overshadowed by his late 50's and early 60's efforts).

Yes, that plane crash scene had me on the edge of my seat the whole time! I really, really wanted George Sanders' character to make it! And of course I loved how they found a way to send their story to the newspaper.

I agree: Hitchcock's early films don't get the proper credit they deserve. Personally, I'm a fan of The 39 steps (1935). It doesn't even run 90 minutes long, but it has got everything you would want from a Hitchcock!

Yeah, I generally don't like any of the Tennessee Williams movies. A Streetcar Named Desire (1951) [...] seemed rather boring and centered around someone who has experienced trauma or is just nuts.

Thank you! I thought I was the only one who thought that movie was boring. Whenever I mention my opinion on this film, though, people look at me like I have committed murder...

Lilo & Stitch (2002) 8.5/10 - I love this movie! Chris Sanders has an amazing style and imagination and Chris and Dean did a fantastic job directing. I thought the story was very unique and that the animation was absolutely fantastic. [...] The Disney TV series always make you appreciate the movies more with their terrible animation.

And again, we agree!

[Cordy_Biddle]

Tootsie - yet again. It's one of those movies I never tire of.

[Goliath]

Volver (2006)

I've seen many movies directed by Pedro Almodóvar, and I know he's widely hailed as one of today's greatest directors, but this was the first film he did which I really, truly enjoyed. Could that have anything to do with lead actress Penelope Cruz, who's one of the most talented actresses? Not to mention she looks stunningly beautiful in every single shot (actually, it was a bit distracting). But what held my attention was the engaging, touching story of... well, I can't say much without giving everything away. But that's because of the *great* surprise twist at the end! Believe me, you don't see that one coming.

Moolaadé (2004)

Powerful, moving drama about one of the world's most depressing, loaded themes: female circumcision. But luckily, the film, while dealing with the subject in a serious way, is in no way depressing or too heavy. There's also room for humor and great music. Set in Burkina Faso, the film tells the story of Collé, who has refused her daughter to get circumcised and now protects four children who don't want to either. Of course, this doesn't sit well with the men of the village... I urge everyone to see this film!

Clear and present danger (1994)

Clichéd, predictable thriller/action film. So the president of the US is friends with businessmen who deal in drugs in Columbia? And the CIA is setting up an illegal war in that country to fight the drugs traffickers? And the president and the top CIA officials do everything in their power to cover it up? Yeah, what else is new? Done in films *and* in reality so often, it gets boring.

Mulan (1998)

Vastly underrated Disney-film. The animation is ten times better than in any of the so-called 'Fab Four' of the 1990's. (Maybe it's me, but I didn't see six different Mulans, for example.) I love the colouring; love the characters; love the music (why are so many people so negative about it?); and the big finale always gives me the goosebumps. What stands out most, is the battlescene in mountains, with the attacking horde of Huns. Still takes my breath away.

[jpanimation]

Mulan (1998)

Vastly underrated Disney-film. The animation is ten times better than in any of the so-called 'Fab Four' of the 1990's. (Maybe it's me, but I didn't see six different Mulans, for example.) I love the colouring; love the characters; love the music (why are so many people so negative about it?); and the big finale always gives me the goosebumps. What stands out most, is the battlescene in mountains, with the attacking horde of Huns. Still takes my breath away.

Yeah, really like this one and the late Jerry Goldsmith's score is fantastic (especially when she cuts her hair). Mulan was a very strong character and the story felt very down to earth. I even liked Mushu and don't understand the hate he gets (he's far from the most annoying of Disney sidekicks). I personally enjoy all three of the features made at the Florida Disney Animation Studio. Their animation was top notch, they were all made cheaply (nearly half the budget of Disney Animation Burbank), and they were all fairly successful. Shutting that studio down was a travesty.

WALL·E (2008) 8/10 - great movie. This was my first time seeing it on Blu and the experience was great. BURN·E was great how it weaved in with the events of the story and the Blu-ray extras were awesome. I still think the silent opening half is flawless while the second half of the film is not as good but still great. The animation is fantastic but I'm still not sold on the integration of live action characters. Its just so weird that PIXAR is on a whole different level as far as animation, acting and storytelling techniques goes.

Fanboys (2008) 7.5/10 - funny movie. If you are a Star Wars fan, you will enjoy this movie immensely. Non-fans or people who haven't seen Star Wars won't get much out of it. I didn't quite understand all the animosity between Star Trek fans and Star Wars fans but alot of the humor was spot on. Couldn't really relate to any of the main characters but enjoyed the inside jokes and how it dealt with heavy themes like mortality. Rating adjusted for non-fans: 6/10.

17 Again (2009) 7.5/10 - what a pleasant movie. Nothing stand out or really that original about the premise but it was entertaining and I probably enjoyed it more then I should've. As much as I try to hate Zac Efron, I can't, and he was good here (very charming). His buddy, played by Tyler Steelman, steals the show (very funny).

X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009) 5.5/10 - bad movie. From the first screaming Wolverine lets out before an attack I knew this was going to be dumb. Almost every character is underdeveloped (to the point that I never once bought the friction between Wolverine and his brother) and lots are just wasted on cameos. The whole thing is cliché ridden and most of the time you will know what will happen before it does. The action is just there to be dumb and I really disliked the fact that everyone had to shout before they attacked. I felt like we knew enough about Wolverine from the second X-Men movie and this one was completely unnecessary. It really aggravates me to see bad movies like this earn so much money in the BO.

[PeterPanfan]

A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving - Although not as popular as "Great Pumpkin" or "Christmas", this is still an adorable little holiday special.

[blackcauldron85]

I watched White Christmas yesterday- such a great movie. Watching it has become an annual tradition.

[Disney-Fan]

A Christmas Carol - My first viewing of a movie in 3D. The movie itself: Surprisingly good perfomances, especially from Jim Carrey, an actor that usually tends to really irritate me. The story itself is well known but still managed to feel fresh and engaging most of the time. It's just a shame that all the visuals sometimes got in the way of that. The 3D itself was nice enough, but to be honest, it's not the 3D quality you get at the parks so I was kinda disappointed by that. Overall: 7.5/10

[ajmrowland]

They were probably trying not to get the 3D that you get at the parks.

[Cordy_Biddle]

Movieola: The Scarlett O'Hara War: This is a really fun backstage look at the casting for "Gone with the Wind" (based on a book by screenwriter Garson Kanin), made for TV in 1980. It's available as part of the bonus features for the 70th Anniversary extras package for the movie.

Tony Curtis is totally miscast as Selznick ; yet I guarantee you'll adore Carrie Nye's hilarious turn as Tallulah Bankhead, and Sharon Gless as Carole Lombard.

[Widdi]

South Park: Bigger, Longer and Uncut.

As always it was funny as hell. Best Satire Film in years and still holds true 10 years after its initial release. How little has changed.

[Cordy_Biddle]

A Summer Place and Gidget: In a Sandra Dee mood!

And later Vegas Vacation with my brother.

[zackisthewalrus]

Up - GREAT movie!

Muppet Christmas Carol - This is my favorite Christmas movie of all time.

[Cordy_Biddle]

The Greatest Show on Earth: Cecil B. DeMille's colourful circus epic with Betty Hutton as a trapeze star torn between two men, Jimmy Stewart is the clown with a cloudy past; and Charlton Heston as the versatile circus manager.

[PeterPanfan]

Fantastic Mr. Fox - Fantastic! Seriously, I expected to dislike it, but the movie was actually very entertaining and adorable. Recommended.

[memnv]

Just Watched Wanted on bluray
I am going to watch on BLuray

Star Trek II - Wrath of Kahn in a little while

[Margos]

Up - Watched it with my grandparents for the first time. As soon as the final shot of the house overlooking the falls finished, my grandma smiled, and exclaimed, "New favorite!" She really, really loved it, which made me pretty happy. I enjoy this film more every time I see it, as I notice little things that I never did before.

Lady and the Tramp - It really strikes me how beautiful this film is. In fact, this time, as I watched it, I enjoyed comparing the artistic style to 101 Dalmations, another talking-dog flick made about 5 years later. And boy howdy, what changed in those 5 years! It's interesting to compare the lush backgrounds and soft, rounded shapes and lines in "Lady" to the much more angular, minimalistic feel to 101D. My one complaint about "Lady" is that Si and Am deserve much, much more screentime.

Monsters, Inc. - I'm always impressed by just how well animated some of these scenes are. Gotta love the door sequences! And Boo (or, well, Mary) is just so gosh-darned adorable!

Bambi - Wow. Just wow. This movie just takes my breath away. Some of the best use of the multiplane camera ever. It's simple, it's quiet.... It's just art, pure and simple. A gorgeous film that feels both fun and profound. It encompasses the whole "Circle of Life" thing better than TLK does, for sure. And really, I just want to cuddle all of the adorable baby animals!