what was the last movie you watched?
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It's not just cheese, it's stupid cheese. Assassins from a textile guild? A loom that sends out names of folks to be taken out by binary code? Bullets that bend around obstacles? Ugh. I wanted to like it (and knew from the previews it wouldn't be a great film), but it could have been so much better with just a little work.....
I also think I noticed something about it being based on a graphic novel, so maybe they were following a story and I wouldn't have cared much for that, either....
I also think I noticed something about it being based on a graphic novel, so maybe they were following a story and I wouldn't have cared much for that, either....
I also think I noticed something about it being based on a graphic novel, so maybe they were following a story and I wouldn't have cared much for that, either....
It's not just cheese, it's stupid cheese. Assassins from a textile guild? A loom that sends out names of folks to be taken out by binary code? Bullets that bend around obstacles? Ugh. I wanted to like it (and knew from the previews it wouldn't be a great film), but it could have been so much better with just a little work.....
I also think I noticed something about it being based on a graphic novel, so maybe they were following a story and I wouldn't have cared much for that, either....
I also think I noticed something about it being based on a graphic novel, so maybe they were following a story and I wouldn't have cared much for that, either....
The textile guild is no more out there than a guild of stonemasons if you think about it...
I found it unique enough to keep my interest yet with touches of things like The Matrix and any number of Chinese martial arts films to not be too far out.
I'm glad I rented it and will most likely buy it and add it to my DVD collection.
Busy weekend:
Get Smart -- I think I so prepared myself to be disappointed that I ended up liking this one more than I probably should have. Not earth shatteringly awesome, by a long shot, but genuinely enjoyable.
10 Things I Hate About You -- Had seen this one previously, but not since it was first released. I still think it's remarkably cute, even though "late-90s teenage romantic comedy" would normally be enough to send me screaming and running in the other direction.
Inland Empire -- If someone, after watching Blue Velvet, would have told me that David Lynch's films were going to get progressively weirder, I would have called them a dirty fibber. Alas, I would have been wrong. It clocks in at almost exactly three hours, yet manages to contain only about 30 comprehensible minutes (roughly five minutes each dedicated to at least six plots, which may or may not be related) -- in short, this definitely isn't going to be the film that converts anyone not already a Lynch fan. I liked it, though. Moody, slow, hard to follow (likely intentionally), creepy as hell, and, again, just plain weird, with a genuinely solid performance from Laura Dern at its core. And, if that's not enough, the second disc includes among its bonus features a 20 minute demonstration by Lynch on how to cook quinoa that is both hilarious and genuinely unnerving.
Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo -- No, I'm not joking. I caught it on cable and decided to watch the first five minutes or so purely for nostalgia, but the next thing I knew it was almost over. I'd forgotten how awesomely horrendous it is.
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button -- I really liked this one. I'd heard mixed reviews, both from critics and friends, and was prepared not to like it, but it really grabbed me. I felt it was long and slow, but not necessarily too long or too slow. Don't think it's as much of a sure bet for Oscars as many are claiming (it's not the best picture, and both Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett, while good, have been better), but it's good.
Get Smart -- I think I so prepared myself to be disappointed that I ended up liking this one more than I probably should have. Not earth shatteringly awesome, by a long shot, but genuinely enjoyable.
10 Things I Hate About You -- Had seen this one previously, but not since it was first released. I still think it's remarkably cute, even though "late-90s teenage romantic comedy" would normally be enough to send me screaming and running in the other direction.
Inland Empire -- If someone, after watching Blue Velvet, would have told me that David Lynch's films were going to get progressively weirder, I would have called them a dirty fibber. Alas, I would have been wrong. It clocks in at almost exactly three hours, yet manages to contain only about 30 comprehensible minutes (roughly five minutes each dedicated to at least six plots, which may or may not be related) -- in short, this definitely isn't going to be the film that converts anyone not already a Lynch fan. I liked it, though. Moody, slow, hard to follow (likely intentionally), creepy as hell, and, again, just plain weird, with a genuinely solid performance from Laura Dern at its core. And, if that's not enough, the second disc includes among its bonus features a 20 minute demonstration by Lynch on how to cook quinoa that is both hilarious and genuinely unnerving.
Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo -- No, I'm not joking. I caught it on cable and decided to watch the first five minutes or so purely for nostalgia, but the next thing I knew it was almost over. I'd forgotten how awesomely horrendous it is.
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button -- I really liked this one. I'd heard mixed reviews, both from critics and friends, and was prepared not to like it, but it really grabbed me. I felt it was long and slow, but not necessarily too long or too slow. Don't think it's as much of a sure bet for Oscars as many are claiming (it's not the best picture, and both Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett, while good, have been better), but it's good.
Gran Torino: Impressive movie. Yes, it's slow in parts, and at times hard to watch, but Clint Eastwood was amazing. At 78 years old, he's still a bad ***. The flick was surprisingly well written, and definitely had a positive theme, but don't go see it if you are easily offended (by just about anything). It contains violence, racial slurs, adult situations, etc.
Vantage Point -- gimmick film that gets the least out of its gimmick and has more plot holes and contrivances than you can shake a stick at. But it is good to know that the Spice Girls could probably pull off an assasination of the President given the incredible incompetence of the Secret Service in this one. Might as well have dressed them in Storm Trooper costumes.
Step Brothers: Will Ferrell and John C Reilly as 40 yo step brothers who live with their parents. First hour or so of the movie is very, very funny. Last 1/3 of the movie is OK at best with some more really funny moments, but generally feels really sloppy and lazy effort compared to the rest of the movie. Director and writers obviously needed to fill up the quota of faux-poignant moments and bow-tie some points and ending for the audience, I don't know, judging by how many movies nowadays try to do the same, maybe there is some new law that I haven't heard about. At any rate, I can strongly recommend it as long as you don't expect too much from the last part (and you shouldn't - it's a Ferell/Riley flick) and you just let yourself enjoy the fun parts.
A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints (2006) A movie that had a very limited release but I think one of best movies I have seen in a while. The movie is filled with a great cast that includes Robert downey Jr., Rosario Dawson, Shia Labeouf with a great supporting performmance by Chazz Palminteri. I highly recomend this piece.
Watchmen lawsuit over
UPDATE 2-Warner, Fox reach "Watchmen" settlement
http://www.reuters.com/article/rbssFinancialServicesAndRealEstateNews/idUSN1515061020090116
LOS ANGELES, Jan 15 (Reuters) - Warner Bros and News Corp's NWSa.O Twentieth Century Fox reached a settlement on Thursday in a copyright infringement dispute over Warner's "Watchmen," paving the way for the March 6 opening of the highly anticipated superhero movie.
The settlement marks the resolution of a closely watched battle over a film expected by many analysts to yield box office gold, judging by the success of superhero films from "Iron Man" to "The Dark Knight".
Fox will get cash upfront under the terms of the settlement, two sources familiar with the details told Reuters. It was likely to also get a share of the film's box office proceeds, according to one of the sources and trade media such as The Hollywood Reporter.
Both studios declined to divulge specifics of the agreement in a joint statement late on Thursday.
more....
UPDATE 2-Warner, Fox reach "Watchmen" settlement
http://www.reuters.com/article/rbssFinancialServicesAndRealEstateNews/idUSN1515061020090116
LOS ANGELES, Jan 15 (Reuters) - Warner Bros and News Corp's NWSa.O Twentieth Century Fox reached a settlement on Thursday in a copyright infringement dispute over Warner's "Watchmen," paving the way for the March 6 opening of the highly anticipated superhero movie.
The settlement marks the resolution of a closely watched battle over a film expected by many analysts to yield box office gold, judging by the success of superhero films from "Iron Man" to "The Dark Knight".
Fox will get cash upfront under the terms of the settlement, two sources familiar with the details told Reuters. It was likely to also get a share of the film's box office proceeds, according to one of the sources and trade media such as The Hollywood Reporter.
Both studios declined to divulge specifics of the agreement in a joint statement late on Thursday.
more....
I'll be glad when my son outgrows these "kiddie" movies: I took him to see Hotel For Dogs today and, while he said he liked it, I ****ing hated it. Although, to be fair, my opinion of the movie was also likely distorted by the fact that I hate animals, and portrayals of "cute" animals make me want to bash the ****ers over the head with a snow shovel.
It also didn't help that the theater was packed, and I loathe large groups of people, which is one of the reasons why I'm among the few who prefer watching sporting events on television to live.
It also didn't help that the theater was packed, and I loathe large groups of people, which is one of the reasons why I'm among the few who prefer watching sporting events on television to live.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy -- I remember this one getting pretty much slammed by the critics a few years ago, but I rather liked it. Very fun.
Step Brothers -- If this movie had only been 15 minutes long, I would have loved it. John C. Reilly and Richard Jenkins are hilarious. Will Ferrell... considerably less so.
Step Brothers -- If this movie had only been 15 minutes long, I would have loved it. John C. Reilly and Richard Jenkins are hilarious. Will Ferrell... considerably less so.
Saw Gran Tourino tonight.
Aside from the fact that some of the dialogue was spotty, acting was actually not that great from some of the supporting roles, and you could see parts of the movie coming a mile away, I enjoyed it. Really, it's worth seeing, and very funny in parts. Not sure exactly what to expect, but this was pretty good if you look past the points above.
Just don't go if you have a problem with a lot of racial slurs, cussing, etc.
Aside from the fact that some of the dialogue was spotty, acting was actually not that great from some of the supporting roles, and you could see parts of the movie coming a mile away, I enjoyed it.
Really, it's worth seeing, and very funny in parts. Not sure exactly what to expect, but this was pretty good if you look past the points above.Just don't go if you have a problem with a lot of racial slurs, cussing, etc.
Saw Lakeview Terrace - I liked Disturbia, and I figured this movie would be a little similar so I decided to see it. I thought it was a movie that could have been good if it made sense. I dont want to spoil it for anyone, but it just seemed like things werent explained enough .. almost like the movie was rushed, things happened for no reason ..
I (avatar not withstanding) am not a fan of the graphic novel. However, I picked The Watchmen up after it was rated the second best work of literature (behind The Road) produced within the last century by some magazine I was reading.
Loved it. Worth the rating. Anyone interested in the movie should do themselves a favor and take a look at the book first, lest they blotch it with this highly anticipated movie.
Loved it. Worth the rating. Anyone interested in the movie should do themselves a favor and take a look at the book first, lest they blotch it with this highly anticipated movie.
The Wrestler -
Excellent movie. Mickey Rourke really made me feel like he was one of the boys.
Basically this movie is about a pro wrestler who saw his run at the top of the business 20 years ago (during the 80s) and had nothing to show for it. He worked part-time at a supermarket and on the weekends wrestled at independent events. He could not afford to pay his rent on time, spent what money he did have to keep his body in shape (steroids, pain medication) and on a stripper who was the only person outside the wrestling arena that he could talk to.
He was not a part of his daughter's life during his hey day and after suffering a heart attack following a match he decided to hang up his boots and to be a part of his daughter's life again.
Without going into too much spoilers, it was interesting to see how each character viewed their lives. On one hand he loved what he did in the ring in front of his fans (or as he called them his family) and they loved him no matter how old he became while the other did something for the money and her customers did not appreciate her. One was able to quit while the other did not and there was a powerful message said by Rourke's character Randy "the Ram" at the end of the film.
I highly recommend this film to both pro wrestling fans and those who are not. Pro wrestlers are independent contractors so while they made some money they did not invest wisely, had to pay for their own medical insurance as well as their travel expenses and food, and their bodies endured a lot of physical punishment. This movie reminded me a lot of Jake "the Snake" Roberts' situation.
Excellent movie. Mickey Rourke really made me feel like he was one of the boys.
Basically this movie is about a pro wrestler who saw his run at the top of the business 20 years ago (during the 80s) and had nothing to show for it. He worked part-time at a supermarket and on the weekends wrestled at independent events. He could not afford to pay his rent on time, spent what money he did have to keep his body in shape (steroids, pain medication) and on a stripper who was the only person outside the wrestling arena that he could talk to.
He was not a part of his daughter's life during his hey day and after suffering a heart attack following a match he decided to hang up his boots and to be a part of his daughter's life again.
Without going into too much spoilers, it was interesting to see how each character viewed their lives. On one hand he loved what he did in the ring in front of his fans (or as he called them his family) and they loved him no matter how old he became while the other did something for the money and her customers did not appreciate her. One was able to quit while the other did not and there was a powerful message said by Rourke's character Randy "the Ram" at the end of the film.
I highly recommend this film to both pro wrestling fans and those who are not. Pro wrestlers are independent contractors so while they made some money they did not invest wisely, had to pay for their own medical insurance as well as their travel expenses and food, and their bodies endured a lot of physical punishment. This movie reminded me a lot of Jake "the Snake" Roberts' situation.
Traitor -- I tend to get a bit tired of the spy/espionage/terrorist/etc. genre, but rented this one just because I really like Don Cheadle, Guy Pearce, and Jeff Daniels as actors. All three are strong here (particularly Cheadle and Pearce, as they've got more to do), even though the film itself pretty much follows all of the conventions one would expect of the genre. Worth watching as long as you don't expect earth shattering plot twists, though -- the film is made well, and they actually do an effective job of portraying the fact that extremism/terrorism is a problem of the interpretation of religion, rather than religion itself.