Movie Review Thread

[ABSTRUSE]

I couldn't remember if we had one...so if we dont, we do now.

"I am Legend"
Can any one tell me why Will Smith isn't recognized more as an actor. Okay, the plot may have been a tiny bit far fetched, but the movie was really good. Smith's acting brings it all home in typical Will Smith fashion....and boy, is that man buff! Kinda scary, lots of action. I really liked it.


The Bee Movie
Its got animated bees and Seinfeld doing the voice, along with Chris Rock, John Goodman and a few others. You can't really trash a kid's movie, they are supposed to be fun and silly and this one the kids will enjoy. This big kid did.


anyone else?

Still have to watch Atonement, Mr Magorium's Wonder Emporium and Enchanted.

 

[slyc_willie]

No Country For Old Men

Yeah, I know, it won Best Picture and has been reviwed to death. But I never saw it until recently. I've watched it a good seven or eight times in the last week or so.

The thing that captures me right away is Tommy Lee Jones' narrative at the beginning. Being a Good Ol' Boy from Texas himself, he has no problem with West Texas parlance and inflection. That beginning monologue sets the tone for the entire movie, and the movie follows through. The character of Sugare is reprehensible and cold-blooded, but there's something human about him, revealed as the film reaches its climax. Llewelyn Moss, around whom the gist of the story revolves, typifies to me the classic sense of American survival and opportunism.

And Jones' Sheriff . . . he's the anti-hero, wanting to protect but not get in the way. The introspective philosophy of the story compelled me, especially with the 'nobody really wins' way the film ends.

Thanks, Abs.

 

[ABSTRUSE]

No Country For Old Men

Yeah, I know, it won Best Picture and has been reviwed to death. But I never saw it until recently. I've watched it a good seven or eight times in the last week or so.

The thing that captures me right away is Tommy Lee Jones' narrative at the beginning. Being a Good Ol' Boy from Texas himself, he has no problem with West Texas parlance and inflection. That beginning monologue sets the tone for the entire movie, and the movie follows through. The character of Sugare is reprehensible and cold-blooded, but there's something human about him, revealed as the film reaches its climax. Llewelyn Moss, around whom the gist of the story revolves, typifies to me the classic sense of American survival and opportunism.

And Jones' Sheriff . . . he's the anti-hero, wanting to protect but not get in the way. The introspective philosophy of the story compelled me, especially with the 'nobody really wins' way the film ends.

Thanks, Abs.

Thanks Slyc, that's on my "too see" list.

 

[Belegon]

I almost bought I Am Legend despite having not seen it yet, based on my appreciation of Will as an actor and Imp's absolute lust for him... I may yet do so.

Enchanted is a wonderful little movie. I loved it and my little diva did too.

I first saw No Country For Old Men just the other night and was quite taken with it. A very powerful and well told movie, and I completely agree with Slyc's take about Tommy Lee Jones.

Imp and I saw Juno in Portland and we both loved it, especially the dialog and Ellen Page, who did a wonderful job...

 

[ABSTRUSE]

I almost bought I Am Legend despite having not seen it yet, based on my appreciation of Will as an actor and Imp's absolute lust for him... I may yet do so.

Enchanted is a wonderful little movie. I loved it and my little diva did too.

I first saw No Country For Old Men just the other night and was quite taken with it. A very powerful and well told movie, and I completely agree with Slyc's take about Tommy Lee Jones.

Imp and I saw Juno in Portland and we both loved it, especially the dialog and Ellen Page, who did a wonderful job...

Can't wait for Juno...its coming out in April.

 

[impressive]

I almost bought I Am Legend despite having not seen it yet, based on my appreciation of Will as an actor and Imp's absolute lust for him... I may yet do so.

Enchanted is a wonderful little movie. I loved it and my little diva did too.

I first saw No Country For Old Men just the other night and was quite taken with it. A very powerful and well told movie, and I completely agree with Slyc's take about Tommy Lee Jones.

Imp and I saw Juno in Portland and we both loved it, especially the dialog and Ellen Page, who did a wonderful job...

*ahem* That "lust" is based on my appreciation of him as an actor (and his physique). I think (first) with my brain.

 

[Belegon]

*ahem* That "lust" is based on my appreciation of him as an actor (and his physique). I think (first) with my brain.

So? I lust after Charlize Theron and Scarlett Johansson in almost exactly the same way...

 

[ABSTRUSE]

*ahem* That "lust" is based on my appreciation of him as an actor (and his physique). I think (first) with my brain.

Yea, well his physique is mighty yowsa in this.

 

[slyc_willie]

Number 23

I downloaded this movie last night and watched it for the first time. I was skeptical about Jim Carey in a film in which he did not display the elasticity of his face, but I have to say I was impressed. The intricacies of the film, the way in which the number 23 'seems' so prevalent in important dates throughout history, are intriguing, but there are times when the film makes you feel like the writers are just showing off.

I do like the dual storylines, however, and how Sparrow and Fingerling (Carey's characters) meld together. Just about every character in the film either is, or feels like, part of a grand dark conspiracy centered around Carey. If you have an eye for detail and dark, morbid drama, you'll enjoy this.

 

[ABSTRUSE]

Number 23

I downloaded this movie last night and watched it for the first time. I was skeptical about Jim Carey in a film in which he did not display the elasticity of his face, but I have to say I was impressed. The intricacies of the film, the way in which the number 23 'seems' so prevalent in important dates throughout history, are intriguing, but there are times when the film makes you feel like the writers are just showing off.

I do like the dual storylines, however, and how Sparrow and Fingerling (Carey's characters) meld together. Just about every character in the film either is, or feels like, part of a grand dark conspiracy centered around Carey. If you have an eye for detail and dark, morbid drama, you'll enjoy this.

If you like him in that one, you should see Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. He can be serious at times.

 

[jomar]

I saw No Country for Old Men last weekend, three times. Awesome. So slow paced. So many small moments. So violent. So awesome. And beautiful cinematography.

Got I am Legend and Atonement for this weekend. And Mr. Woodcock just because.

 

[TheeGoatPig]

I refuse to read or see anything more about No Country for Old Men until I have actually seent he movie first. I should get off my ass about that one already

 

[jomar]

If you like him in that one, you should see Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. He can be serious at times.

And The Truman Show.

 

[slyc_willie]

If you like him in that one, you should see Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. He can be serious at times.

I have heard some good things about that film. But a friend who recommended it to me also 'absolutely adored' Vanilla Sky, so I was a little dubious . . .

 

[slyc_willie]

I refuse to read or see anything more about No Country for Old Men until I have actually seent he movie first. I should get off my ass about that one already

Yes, you should.

One of the things I loved about the movie is that it's not modern. It takes place in 1980. That gives it, for me, a 'classic' feel.

 

[rgraham666]

The very idea of Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind squicked me out big time.

I don't think I'll ever watch that one.

I had to think a bit to recall the last movie I saw. It was 30 Days Of Night.

And it kinda sucked. Basically a George Romero movie with vampires instead of zombies. The vampires were out of control freaks without a single redeeming feature, not even a decent sense of humour. The characters were pretty much too stupid to live. Not a single one thought of making a flamethrower or Molotov cocktails.

Not recommended.

 

[Belegon]

I have heard some good things about that film. But a friend who recommended it to me also 'absolutely adored' Vanilla Sky, so I was a little dubious . . .

I FUCKING LOVE Eternal Sunshine...


ETA: oh, and thank you for the info about Number 23. I have absolutely ignored it to this point. Now, I think I'll give it a chance...

 

[ABSTRUSE]

I know I've gushed over La Vie en Rose, but if you see it you'll know why Marion Collitard(sp) won for best actress and if you love Edith Piaf...you'll be captivated.

 

[slyc_willie]

I FUCKING LOVE Eternal Sunshine...


ETA: oh, and thank you for the info about Number 23. I have absolutely ignored it to this point. Now, I think I'll give it a chance...

It is a very abstract film. I recommend watching it under the influence of something.

 

[jomar]

The very idea of Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind squicked me out big time.

I don't think I'll ever watch that one.

I had to think a bit to recall the last movie I saw. It was 30 Days Of Night.

And it kinda sucked. Basically a George Romero movie with vampires instead of zombies. The vampires were out of control freaks without a single redeeming feature, not even a decent sense of humour. The characters were pretty much too stupid to live. Not a single one thought of making a flamethrower or Molotov cocktails.

Not recommended.

Well, if you want a good zombie movie check out Shaun of the Dead. It's a good time.

Not a zombie movie, but Disturbia (Shia LaBeouf, David Morse, Sarah Roemer, Carrie-Anne Moss) is an excellent and well done little thriller.

 

[slyc_willie]

Are "Blasts From The Past" allowed?

 

[slyc_willie]

Well, if you want a good zombie movie check out Shaun of the Dead. It's a good time.

I'm still partial to 28 Days Later. Still haven't seen the sequel, though. I get a little wary when Hollywood gets hold of a good cult film.

 

[Belegon]

I'm still partial to 28 Days Later. Still haven't seen the sequel, though. I get a little wary when Hollywood gets hold of a good cult film.

I'm in the same place on that one...

...oh, and I am of the opinion that "Blasts from the past" should be allowed but not take over the thread... I'd like to continue focusing on recent releases to either the theatres or DVD, because we just don't have that here...

 

[ABSTRUSE]

Are "Blasts From The Past" allowed?

Yes they are!


and Shaun of the Dead.........fabulous and funny.

 

[jomar]

Are "Blasts From The Past" allowed?

Don't know. But I thought I'd link this thread from a year ago as a reference in case anyone was interested.

What are some if the best small movies you've seen