what was the last movie you watched?
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The trailers promise cheese, and it's there in spades. Without question. Fern Gully meets Pocahontas.
That being said, I prepared myself to hate this one going in and didn't. At all. It felt a tad long, which probably had a lot to do with the absolutely horrible chatterboxes sitting next to me, but was ultimately entertaining and I got sucked in to the (admittedly cliche) story. Considering the concerns I had about a script in which the hard-to-find mineral they're looking for is ACTUALLY called "unobtainium," I was pleasantly surprised.
Also, it looked amazing. I've actually seen several films in 3D since its recent resurgence and this was the first time I had to consciously stop myself from shooing nonexistent flies out of my face.
That being said, I prepared myself to hate this one going in and didn't. At all. It felt a tad long, which probably had a lot to do with the absolutely horrible chatterboxes sitting next to me, but was ultimately entertaining and I got sucked in to the (admittedly cliche) story. Considering the concerns I had about a script in which the hard-to-find mineral they're looking for is ACTUALLY called "unobtainium," I was pleasantly surprised.
Also, it looked amazing. I've actually seen several films in 3D since its recent resurgence and this was the first time I had to consciously stop myself from shooing nonexistent flies out of my face.
I thouroughly enjoyed Avatar. I almost want to cast a retrospective vote for Bozzwell's film in the Make Your Own Movie Draft. Great movie. It feels like flying through a glowing, underwater paradise!
Pretty much the same reaction. Throw in a healthy dose of The Matrix, and that's Avatar.
I'm kinda bummed about the 3D thing. I have to go back and see it again, because me and the wife tried to catch the 8:30 last night, but the theatre was packed and the next 3D showing wasn't until midnight. So we saw the "normal" version at 9:30, and it was still one of the most visually stunning movies I've ever seen. I couldn't be more glad that Cameron waited until he had the technology he needed to make this one, because the graphics make the movie. Kinda like the Clone battle in Episode II, which was definitely borrowed from in Avatar.
Zoe Saldana did a great job, though. Her character -- cliched as it was -- was perfectly executed, if you ask me.
Last note: The Na'vi are HUUUUGE. At least 12 feet tall. (Edit: Wikipedia says 9 feet. I'm calling BS.)
I'm kinda bummed about the 3D thing. I have to go back and see it again, because me and the wife tried to catch the 8:30 last night, but the theatre was packed and the next 3D showing wasn't until midnight. So we saw the "normal" version at 9:30, and it was still one of the most visually stunning movies I've ever seen. I couldn't be more glad that Cameron waited until he had the technology he needed to make this one, because the graphics make the movie. Kinda like the Clone battle in Episode II, which was definitely borrowed from in Avatar.
Zoe Saldana did a great job, though. Her character -- cliched as it was -- was perfectly executed, if you ask me.
Last note: The Na'vi are HUUUUGE. At least 12 feet tall. (Edit: Wikipedia says 9 feet. I'm calling BS.)
I watched the Hangover again last night. Unrated this time, I couldn't really pick out what was new, think there may have been an extra boobie or two but it felt more like extended cuts with an extra joke than extra scenes. Still makes me laugh out loud sitting alone in the basement.
Probably watch Inglourious Basterds tonight and District 9 tomorrow.
Target has a bunch of blockbuster type Blu-Rays going on sale this week and its the last week for their $5 off coupon so stock up if you're a collector.
Probably watch Inglourious Basterds tonight and District 9 tomorrow.
Target has a bunch of blockbuster type Blu-Rays going on sale this week and its the last week for their $5 off coupon so stock up if you're a collector.
I'll be seeing Avatar in Imax after Christmas. I can't wait. 
Watched Paranormal Activity with my wife, and it was a truly firghtening experience. One of the few movies that had kept me wide awake at night, looking at shadows.
If you haven't watched it, don't watch it alone, turn the lights off, and clear your schedule for the next day because you will be staying up late.
This might be a bit off topic but, what were the best movies you've seen this year? This is my list.
Oh yeah, I watched "The Ref" again the other night. I still really like that one. Denis Leary and Kevin Spacey are pretty good here. So many great lines......
Caroline: How can we both be in the marriage and I'm miserable and you're content?
Lloyd: Luck?
Gus: Do you know what this family needs? A mute.
Gus: You know what, lady? I'd like to tie you to the back of a ****ing truck.
Rose: You don't have the balls.
[Gus leaps up from his chair toward Rose and is intercepted by Lloyd]
Lloyd: Don't do it! It's not worth it.
Gus: I ****ing hate her, Lloyd!
Lloyd: I know, I know.
Gus: What is the matter with you? I thought Mothers were sweet and nice a-a-and Patient. I know loan sharks who are more forgiving than you. Your husband ain't dead, lady. He's hiding.
Gus: Sit down, Connie.
Connie Chasseur: Excuse me, but I am not one of your patients.
Gus: You're gonna be somebody's patient if you don't get your *** back down in that chair.
So many great lines......Caroline: How can we both be in the marriage and I'm miserable and you're content?
Lloyd: Luck?
Gus: Do you know what this family needs? A mute.
Gus: You know what, lady? I'd like to tie you to the back of a ****ing truck.
Rose: You don't have the balls.
[Gus leaps up from his chair toward Rose and is intercepted by Lloyd]
Lloyd: Don't do it! It's not worth it.
Gus: I ****ing hate her, Lloyd!
Lloyd: I know, I know.
Gus: What is the matter with you? I thought Mothers were sweet and nice a-a-and Patient. I know loan sharks who are more forgiving than you. Your husband ain't dead, lady. He's hiding.
Gus: Sit down, Connie.
Connie Chasseur: Excuse me, but I am not one of your patients.
Gus: You're gonna be somebody's patient if you don't get your *** back down in that chair.
Watched the Blu-Ray restoration of Wizard of Oz which we got for Christmas. Probably at least 25 years since I've seen it, pretty funny what you don't pick up on as a kid. The munchkin singing is a whole lot more annoying to adult ears too. But this is rightfully a classic and am glad to have it in my collection.