I can post screencaps (with circled errors) if you want Escapay, but you'll have to wait till tomorrow to see them.Escapay wrote:
Wow, I'm going to have to keep my eye out for the first! I don't think I ever noticed that before! The second one is one of my favorite "goofs" to look out for, and the third is also one I've never seen.
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Fast Food Nation
You know, I was really disappointed with this. Perhaps it just wasn't left-wing enough for me.
Seriously, I was disappointed, and I expected more from Linklater. I don't know, it just didn't work for me. The main problem was that it didn't really tell us anything we didn't already know. (Yes, I've read most of the book, but I know a lot of the stuff before reading the book).
It doesn't say anything which will shock anyone - maybe the fact that a lot of mince has bits of feces in it will shock some, but like I say, that's a pretty well known fact already.
So we get the usual anti-fast food content; exploited workers, lax health and safety, underprocessed food, cattle farming etc. Also, having the whole film be fictional with multiple narrative threads means that when facts are stated, we're not 100% how accurate or truthful they are. People fictional people also have agendas and motivations. We can't take what they say as gospel. Especially when some of the characters are just on the acceptable side of being anti-globalisation stereotypes.
Given the success of films like Supersize Me, I wonder if a purely fictional narrative approch to the subject and book was the best choice.
Still, its an interesting film, even if I doubt it will open the eyes of many people any wider than they already are when it comes to fast food's business practices.
A quick word of caution: The final scenes on the meat processing company's "kill floor" where we see cattle being stunned, killed, cut and skinned are certainly graphic and are likely to cause distress to some people.
You know, I was really disappointed with this. Perhaps it just wasn't left-wing enough for me.
Seriously, I was disappointed, and I expected more from Linklater. I don't know, it just didn't work for me. The main problem was that it didn't really tell us anything we didn't already know. (Yes, I've read most of the book, but I know a lot of the stuff before reading the book).
It doesn't say anything which will shock anyone - maybe the fact that a lot of mince has bits of feces in it will shock some, but like I say, that's a pretty well known fact already.
So we get the usual anti-fast food content; exploited workers, lax health and safety, underprocessed food, cattle farming etc. Also, having the whole film be fictional with multiple narrative threads means that when facts are stated, we're not 100% how accurate or truthful they are. People fictional people also have agendas and motivations. We can't take what they say as gospel. Especially when some of the characters are just on the acceptable side of being anti-globalisation stereotypes.
Given the success of films like Supersize Me, I wonder if a purely fictional narrative approch to the subject and book was the best choice.
Still, its an interesting film, even if I doubt it will open the eyes of many people any wider than they already are when it comes to fast food's business practices.
A quick word of caution: The final scenes on the meat processing company's "kill floor" where we see cattle being stunned, killed, cut and skinned are certainly graphic and are likely to cause distress to some people.
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I re-watched a couple of old-favorites. Neither held up very well:
Mommie Dearest (1981) - B- : after watching the DVD features, yeah it is over the top. Stiff and soap opera-esque, but a very chilling portrait of child abuse somewhat dampened by it's focus more on Joan and her career than Christina. But, I did feel that it kept it's dignity as a movie (save for the fact that Faye's Joan scowls more than all of Disney's villainnesses put together). And at least Christina did get the last word.
Heathers (1989) - C+ : this one has not stood the test of time very well. Most of the dialogue sounds really faux-trendy, even if the ideas and character writing is good. The wardrobes look screamingly dated. The score's more synth/electronic-heavy moments are too bizarre. And Christian Slater's performance remains only half-effective. The things that really impress me the most, though, are Shannen Doherty and Lisanne Falk's performances. Also, the school-steps / sheriff ending still remains my favorite scene in the movie, and of course, Jennifer Rhodes as Veronica's Mother.
Mommie Dearest (1981) - B- : after watching the DVD features, yeah it is over the top. Stiff and soap opera-esque, but a very chilling portrait of child abuse somewhat dampened by it's focus more on Joan and her career than Christina. But, I did feel that it kept it's dignity as a movie (save for the fact that Faye's Joan scowls more than all of Disney's villainnesses put together). And at least Christina did get the last word.
Heathers (1989) - C+ : this one has not stood the test of time very well. Most of the dialogue sounds really faux-trendy, even if the ideas and character writing is good. The wardrobes look screamingly dated. The score's more synth/electronic-heavy moments are too bizarre. And Christian Slater's performance remains only half-effective. The things that really impress me the most, though, are Shannen Doherty and Lisanne Falk's performances. Also, the school-steps / sheriff ending still remains my favorite scene in the movie, and of course, Jennifer Rhodes as Veronica's Mother.
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You can think all you want. But you're wrong. And Leonard Maltin, not to mention The Los Angeles Times agree with me. How do you like them apples?slave2moonlight wrote:The thought of finding anything in that film scary is pretty laughable.
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Just saw Death Sentence last night at the theater.
It was pretty good, really depressing though. There was never a dull moment, so it kept me watching. It seemed somewhat inspired by the movie Taxi Driver. There were also some cameo's from the other movies by director James Wan. Mary Shaw(Dead Silence) and Jigsaw(Saw) make an appearence.
Final Grade B-
It was pretty good, really depressing though. There was never a dull moment, so it kept me watching. It seemed somewhat inspired by the movie Taxi Driver. There were also some cameo's from the other movies by director James Wan. Mary Shaw(Dead Silence) and Jigsaw(Saw) make an appearence.
Final Grade B-
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She's not Dumb blonde! she's a great heronie,she's smart,she's from a classic movie,she's not some dumb bimbo barbie doll!.ZOOMBOOM0688 wrote:I just saw the BRANDY version of CINDERELLA, that is my favorite version. Better than Walt DisneyOnly I think because that Cinderella gets on my nerves 'cause she acts like a "dumb blonde" BUT I love her in Cinderella III beacuse re reminded me of BELLE and I love her.
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X-Men
The second best of the trilogy, this film boasts perfect balance of exposition and action. Despite being loaded with a vast number of mutants, character development is surprisingly present and all of them are introduced fair enough. Singer prevents the characters from being overwhelmed by the special effects. Though he relies on the emotional flow of the plot rather than the raw action, as mirrored in the comics, I'm completely satisfied with the outcome of the film.
Probably the most disappointing thing in the film is Rogue. Anna Paquin is a brilliant actress and all, but reducing Rogue to a useless crybaby is intolerable. She could've had Ms. Marvel's powers in the second and third film but alas, she gets lesser screen time, more annoying, and is nothing compared to the tough southern belle that she is in the comics.
Also, Kamen's score is lame. (Kudos to Ottman and Powell.) Other than that, it's simply xtraordinary and worth the watch.
7/10
The second best of the trilogy, this film boasts perfect balance of exposition and action. Despite being loaded with a vast number of mutants, character development is surprisingly present and all of them are introduced fair enough. Singer prevents the characters from being overwhelmed by the special effects. Though he relies on the emotional flow of the plot rather than the raw action, as mirrored in the comics, I'm completely satisfied with the outcome of the film.
Probably the most disappointing thing in the film is Rogue. Anna Paquin is a brilliant actress and all, but reducing Rogue to a useless crybaby is intolerable. She could've had Ms. Marvel's powers in the second and third film but alas, she gets lesser screen time, more annoying, and is nothing compared to the tough southern belle that she is in the comics.
Also, Kamen's score is lame. (Kudos to Ottman and Powell.) Other than that, it's simply xtraordinary and worth the watch.
7/10
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Had a great movie night in the Junkie Home Theater with a mishmash of movies to watch.
First we dug out an oldie-but-goodie and watched The Toy with Richard Pryor and Jackie Gleason. The simple story about a little boy (Scott Schwartz) who decides to have his own personal 'Toy' in the form of Richard Pryor, while visiting his rich and powerful father (Gleason). This is really one of those life-lesson movies that you can watch over and over and enjoy just as much the third time as the tenth time. It is a shame that Scott Schwartz didn't handle his career a little better, after this movie he was seen next as Flick in "A Christmas Story", and then went on to grow up and became a XXX star in his later years.
Our second movie was the uproarious comedy Seems Like Old Times with Charles Grodin, Chevy Chase, and Goldie Hawn. This is another of those movies that makes you laugh over and over, and when you reflect on the simplicity of the story you wonder why. Chevy Chase was at the height of his career when he made this film. It is too bad that he had so many flops afterwards.
Our third film was the newly-released-to-DVD Special Edition of Flash Gordon - Saviour of the Universe and I had forgotten just how much fun a campy movie like this can be. With a powerful soundtrack by Queen, and some over the top acting chops by Max Von Sydow and Timothy Dalton this another fun movie to watch over and over. Sam Jones is definitely not an actor, but when you have this much fun making a movie, that can be overlooked.
First we dug out an oldie-but-goodie and watched The Toy with Richard Pryor and Jackie Gleason. The simple story about a little boy (Scott Schwartz) who decides to have his own personal 'Toy' in the form of Richard Pryor, while visiting his rich and powerful father (Gleason). This is really one of those life-lesson movies that you can watch over and over and enjoy just as much the third time as the tenth time. It is a shame that Scott Schwartz didn't handle his career a little better, after this movie he was seen next as Flick in "A Christmas Story", and then went on to grow up and became a XXX star in his later years.
Our second movie was the uproarious comedy Seems Like Old Times with Charles Grodin, Chevy Chase, and Goldie Hawn. This is another of those movies that makes you laugh over and over, and when you reflect on the simplicity of the story you wonder why. Chevy Chase was at the height of his career when he made this film. It is too bad that he had so many flops afterwards.
Our third film was the newly-released-to-DVD Special Edition of Flash Gordon - Saviour of the Universe and I had forgotten just how much fun a campy movie like this can be. With a powerful soundtrack by Queen, and some over the top acting chops by Max Von Sydow and Timothy Dalton this another fun movie to watch over and over. Sam Jones is definitely not an actor, but when you have this much fun making a movie, that can be overlooked.
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Oh, I gotta get that Flash Gordon DVD! Great stuff! I still remember seeing that one in theaters as a small child!
I have a theory that Chevy Chase really isn't that funny on his own, but that he needs a well written script. I mean, I don't really find him "naturally funny," as I do folks like Bill Murray and Steve Martin. Not that they can't make a bad movie now and then, but sometimes their movies that are shunned really aren't that bad. I rather enjoy Martin's Pink Panther. I never really approved of it, but it still does make me laugh quite a bit. As for Chevy, for me, the best things he ever did were his Vacation movies. I even find the Vegas one funny now that it has grown on me. It almost feels like a direct-to-video sequel though, ha.
I have a theory that Chevy Chase really isn't that funny on his own, but that he needs a well written script. I mean, I don't really find him "naturally funny," as I do folks like Bill Murray and Steve Martin. Not that they can't make a bad movie now and then, but sometimes their movies that are shunned really aren't that bad. I rather enjoy Martin's Pink Panther. I never really approved of it, but it still does make me laugh quite a bit. As for Chevy, for me, the best things he ever did were his Vacation movies. I even find the Vegas one funny now that it has grown on me. It almost feels like a direct-to-video sequel though, ha.
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Saw License to Wed on our inroom movies here at the hotel in NH. It was an okay movie, but certainly nothing to write home about. Sadly, the weak link in the movie is Robin Williams. His Reverend Frank is more creepy and irritating that funny. By the end of the movie, you're wishing that the couple would just sort out their differences on their own and tell this reverend guy to take a hike. I'd give it a 4/10 or a D+.
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Only in Saturday & Monday (Because of No School Labor Day), I watched "Mr. Bean's Holiday" & "My Best Friend" only at the movie theatres. I watched "Mr. Bean's Holiday" in Santa fe Station Casino with the Cinemark Theatres and I watched "My Best Friend" at the Regal Entertainment Group Village Square. I don't prefer "My Best Friend" alot, because it's a french comedy movie, and it's not even a comedy enough.
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Don't mean to be rude, but.... Uh, what? I didn't understand a single word you just said.TheValentineBros wrote:Only in Saturday & Monday (Because of No School Labor Day), I watched "Mr. Bean's Holiday" & "My Best Friend" only at the movie theatres. I watched "Mr. Bean's Holiday" in Santa fe Station Casino with the Cinemark Theatres and I watched "My Best Friend" at the Regal Entertainment Group Village Square. I don't prefer "My Best Friend" alot, because it's a french comedy movie, and it's not even a comedy enough.
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Just finished the old "Canterville Ghost," starring Margaret O'Brien. I had been wanting to see a version of this story for a long time, but I simply never could catch one at the beginning. This one was highly enjoyable! A shame it's not available on DVD.
Watched my DVD of "Frankenstein's Bloody Terror" right before it. The acting is terrible, along with other aspects of the film, but if you have a fondness for vampire/werewolf stuff from the seventies, it's a fun viewing, especially if you've watched all your Hammer and Amicus stuff 100 times already. I love how it has nothing to do with Frankenstein.
Also watched my Old Yeller DVD, which I just received from Ebay this week "Vault Disney release." A masterpiece. So glad to finally have that one. Now if I can just get around to picking up Pollyanna, 20,000 Leagues, Swiss Family Robinson, and volumes 1, 2, and 4 of the Legacy Collection, I'll breathe such a sigh of relief. Oh, and Gargoyles v. 2 part 1.
Watched my DVD of "Frankenstein's Bloody Terror" right before it. The acting is terrible, along with other aspects of the film, but if you have a fondness for vampire/werewolf stuff from the seventies, it's a fun viewing, especially if you've watched all your Hammer and Amicus stuff 100 times already. I love how it has nothing to do with Frankenstein.
Also watched my Old Yeller DVD, which I just received from Ebay this week "Vault Disney release." A masterpiece. So glad to finally have that one. Now if I can just get around to picking up Pollyanna, 20,000 Leagues, Swiss Family Robinson, and volumes 1, 2, and 4 of the Legacy Collection, I'll breathe such a sigh of relief. Oh, and Gargoyles v. 2 part 1.