Ludicrous -5 million/10
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Ludicrous -5 million/10
Well, who asked you you're opinion, huh? :D Just kidding, of course! ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Janine
I liked "the Illusionist". It was good enough (though I do agree with the ghost illusion). I did think "The Prestige" was better, though. Yes, visually, "The Prestige" was far superior. I loved Christian Bale and Hugh Jackman in there. I just think that you had to "think" a little more with that film rather than with "The Illusionist". I liked that better. It was more complex. I wasn't crazy about Rufus Sewell in there either. I can't put my finger on what it was that I didn't like, though.
The film that I think you're talking about is "Primal Fear", with Edward Norton and Richard Gere. Did you ever see "American History X" or "25th Hour" with Ed Norton?
I am not the biggest Zellweger fan, but she is tolerable enough. She tends to be in movies that I have interest in watching. It is so funny that you should say that about her lips. A former boss of mine couldn't stand her. She'd constantly form her face that way, mimicking how she poses for pictures. It was funny because she would do it just like she does! :lol:Quote:
Oh good. Well I liked it. It all depends, if you like Zellweger. My friend can't stand her; says she hates the way she purses up her lips;
Well, glad you are getting the film soon and that way we can discuss it....cool.
I know which part you mean!Quote:
Actually, there is a part in the film - won't mention it because it would be a spoiler - that does drive a knife into my heart/soul. It involves the record collector friend - broke my heart.
Even though I thought it was very depressing, I really liked that movie, too!Quote:
Originally Posted by Zelly
Yesturday I saw Americian Gangster, and it was really good I thought, as well it did a good job of sticking to the facts pretty well and followed along what really happend.
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Originally Posted by LadyWentworth
This would probably exactly match my assessment as well. I think someday I will have to watch both again and then I probably can get a newer prespective on each. Elements of surprise in both make the films though so more viewings might not have as much impact.Quote:
I liked "the Illusionist". It was good enough (though I do agree with the ghost illusion). I did think "The Prestige" was better, though. Yes, visually, "The Prestige" was far superior. I loved Christian Bale and Hugh Jackman in there. I just think that you had to "think" a little more with that film rather than with "The Illusionist". I liked that better. It was more complex. I wasn't crazy about Rufus Sewell in there either. I can't put my finger on what it was that I didn't like, though.
That is it and I thought Ed Norton was brilliant in that - he kept one quessing all the time - so much was going on behind that face and those dark eyes. I have never seen the other two films but heard so much about the first you mentioned. I know, I'll have to see them both now, since you recommended them.Quote:
The film that I think you're talking about is "Primal Fear", with Edward Norton and Richard Gere. Did you ever see "American History X" or "25th Hour" with Ed Norton?
:lol: How funny. I have to let my friend know about your former boss and her impersonation - my friend will really laugh. I think in this film, Miss Z plays very shy at first, which suits her and yet she has inner strength, which emerges as the film progresses. The film is a very pretty one, visually. You will enjoy the scenery so much. It is a beautifully photographed and constructed movie; also, I like the way some of her drawings come alive and are perceived in her minds eye...quite interesting. Little details make the filming nice to view, too. I like details in films.Quote:
I am not the biggest Zellweger fan, but she is tolerable enough. She tends to be in movies that I have interest in watching. It is so funny that you should say that about her lips. A former boss of mine couldn't stand her. She'd constantly form her face that way, mimicking how she poses for pictures. It was funny because she would do it just like she does! :lol:
I thought you would. Sad.Quote:
I know which part you mean!
I did that film, "Swing Kids" . What I liked about it best, besides KB,;) was that it was not just another Nazi film, but one from a entirely different perspective - the kid's - young people's perspective, as Germans. It was quite interesting to me and I thought the dancing was phenomenal. I like films with dancing, anyway.
American Ganster-8/10-Denzel Washington is an amazing actor. "My Man!" Thats the best line ever! Haha, it was a pretty good movie...a little long, I know this because I fell asleep. Not because it was boring, but because we went to the last showing of the movie and we didn't get back to my place til 2:30...we as in the group I was with. Beware of nudity(not sex) and some gore. Totally not expected! Cuba Gooding Jr. is in it as is Russell Crowe...and some other good actors.
Janine and LadyWentworth, I agree with you. I liked both films very much, but while "The Prestige" was really satisfying to me, both in terms of plot, and in terms of acting, "The Illusionist" was weaker in terms of story, regarding the combination of all things together, and Jessica Biel was unacceptable, in my opinion. I am a fan of Edward Norton, I like his way of interpreting every part, and I think that Rufus Sewell was once again, our-well, my at least- good, dark, reaaaaaaly gorgeous villain. I don't know, "The Prestige" just stayed with me days after I first watched it, something that "The Illusionist" didn't do. You understand what I am trying to say, I'm sure.
Regarding "Swing Kids", there is the big mystery! Why don't I like that film? I couldn't really say for certain, and I am always honest. It just did not convience me, I think that the parts are a little over-acted and the story was not as a tight as I would want it to be. I had heard great things about the film, but I was somewhat disappointed, although I am the hugest Greek fan of Christian Bale.
I haven't seen "Crystal", but I have seen "Copying Beethoven", and I liked it well enough. Good story, Ed Harris did a decent job, but someone must threaten Kruger not to act again. At least, not in period pieces...Apart from that, it was a "strange" movie, as you said, Janine, but it was good.
amalia, I think you have pin-pointed my problem with fully liking "The Illustionist" in this line of yours "The Illusionist' was weaker in terms of story, regarding the combination of all things together, and Jessica Biel was unacceptable, in my opinion"....wow, I totally agree with that. I thought the plot was a weakish one and I did not feel it believable at all. Magic or no magic I just could not buy into it. Also, Jessica Biel was not acceptable - you are quite right - that was one very 'weak' link. I don't think the woman has done much acting, has she? I wondered why they cast her. I also thought that the young couple, representing the two in the beginning, looked nothing like the older characters. All in all I felt the story had poor casting. I didn't really even like Paul Giamoni in this film. I did not think he fit. I guess Rufus was a gorgeous villain, but I liked him and his more multi-layered performance in other films much more than this one. I have seen him, where he plays the enemy or the villain impecable...he even over-acted in this film. That fake mustache, just did not suit him in my opinion, making the story and his performance less feasible. Have you seen Rufus Sewel in Middlemarch - the BBC miniseries? He is great and sooo sooo appealing. He is also in my DVD of "Woodlanders" - adaptation of the Thomas Hardy novel...wonderful! He played a great Akgamenon (sp?) in "Helen of Troy" - there he became a ruthless villain, but he was so handsome and multlayered, complex. He plays Fortinbras in Kenneth Branagh's fine full-length "Hamlet". He is wonderful in that, although his part is not huge. He is one of my favorite actors.Quote:
Originally Posted by amalia1985
That is a good assessment and everyone is entitled to their oppinion. I agree that some parts were over-acted but all in all I liked the film, probably because I did not have any expectations going into it, as you did. I liked Christian Bale when he was younger in the film "Little Women"...did you see it? He sure was cute. He is a good actor.Quote:
Regarding "Swing Kids", there is the big mystery! Why don't I like that film? I couldn't really say for certain, and I am always honest. It just did not convience me, I think that the parts are a little over-acted and the story was not as a tight as I would want it to be. I had heard great things about the film, but I was somewhat disappointed, although I am the hugest Greek fan of Christian Bale.
I think Ed Harris did do a decent job, but I think the best scene was when he conducted the "Ode to Joy" - it was truly amazing. I do have to admit I had very mixed feeling about this film so I am glad you saw it and are commenting on it. Yes, Kruger is stunningly pretty but did she fit the role - I seriously doubt it. She is not that good really or believable. Apparently her character was based on several people so it was a sort of hybrid, or so they said on "Special features"....so she basically was fictional. I couldn't buy this pristinely clean looking beautiful movie star looking woman going to his house which was a pit of filth and working, no could I picture her doing household chores like scrubbing the floor or even bathing the mastro - come one I was saying to myself! Also inconsistent is her desire to be a independent type woman but she becomes almost a slave to his wims - so what was that all about? Photography was super interesting but can that save the film? Score also waS stunning. I think that Ed Harris did a better job on this portrayal of Pollack, the artist...another true story and real man characterization; this is why I bring it up. He was very complex in that role whereas in this role I felt he played Beethoven a little too brutish and cruel - like when he smashes that young man's bridge model. I can't picture the real man being that wild or demented. I think Harris pushed the envelop and went way overboard in some scenes like making fun of her composition - I would have strangled him with it and never stepped foot back into his filthy appartment! Also there were some crude moments I certainly could have been spared.Quote:
I haven't seen "Crystal", but I have seen "Copying Beethoven", and I liked it well enough. Good story, Ed Harris did a decent job, but someone must threaten Kruger not to act again. At least, not in period pieces...Apart from that, it was a "strange" movie, as you said, Janine, but it was good.
Gee, sounds like I just trashed the film, doesn't it? Well, I won't do that. I did think it worth viewing but would not repeat view it. It became a very exhausting film to watch.
ghost rider
not so good
especially not for Nicholas!
"Inland Empire" David Lynch 9/10...although after a while i was completely lost, but in such a pleasant way!!! The movie is visually stunning and some of the Lynchian actors star in short but memorable roles. I'd have given the film a 10/10 for the simple fact that it kept me and some other 60 people nailed to our seats for 3,5 hours and for the fact that you couldn't hear the tiniest noise in the theatre..it was like the spectators were holding their breath!
"Il Gattopardo" Lucchino Visconti 8/10. A great film, but slightly boring at parts.
Last weekend I watched Akira Kurasawa's 7 Samurai. It was very entertaining...not bad for a movie made in the 50's.
8/10
The Stand...I like the movie adaptations of the (King) books... but for comparison sake, I liked the Shining (movie) better..
8.75/10
:wave: Hi malwethien, great to see you on here again. I have missed seeing you but maybe our ships just did not pass each other lately...haha. :lol:Quote:
Originally Posted by malwethien
Well, AK was an amazing director - how can you beat it? I saw a documentary on the man and his life about a year ago; he was a genius in film. Of course his films will be some dated but I find them interesting non-the-less.
Hey, M, I hope you got my email. Thanks again for the PC!! :D
manolia, wow another David Lynch film! How cool is that? I never heard of this one. I must check it out sometime real soon. It sounds interesting and full of DL elements/symbolism/etc for another fascinating discussion - that is after I have viewed it first. :lol:Quote:
Originally Posted by manolia
It is his latest film (2006). Do watch it and we can discuss it for months :lol: (trust me ;) ) :lol:Quote:
Originally Posted by Janine
I enjoyed that statement! I don't why, but it made me laugh! Then again, I kind of think Jessica Biel is unacceptable in a lot! I don't have a reason for it. I just don't think she "fits" some of the roles that she is in.Quote:
Originally Posted by amalia1985