What is the last movie you saw? and rate it.

[Janine]

Aww, I'm sorry if you feel that way, Janine. I swear that if one of the films you posted are somewhat familiar to me, then I won't hesitate to reply or strike a conversation.

Ahhh...you are so sweet and considerate, toni. Maybe I watch movies that no one else watches. I guess I felt like complaining that day. I don't have acess to many of these older foreign films, so I felt I hadn't recognised anything being discussed for a long while. I am also behind the times; maybe I am getting out of date. A few years ago, I did see "Perfume" though....so what did you think of that ending? Interesting film; well done I thought...but would probably not watch it again...so I agree with your rating.

[Shalot]

Fight Club 10/10 !!

Fight Club is such an insanely brilliant and darkly twisted film. Great plot and powerful performances by Brad Pitt and Edward Norton. Peppered with unforgettable dialogues, this film has a lot of subtexts and broadens your perspective on modern society. It's beyond anything I have ever seen.

"I'm breaking my attachment to physical power and possessions," Tyler whispered, "because only through destroying myself can I discover the greater power of my spirit."

I remember watching this for the first time when it came out and I was blown away. It is brilliant. I love the quote you included with your post. When he uses the word "myself" is he referring to his ego and a false, empty identity that is tied to material possessions?

And, as an added bonus, Where is My Mind Played at the end. I love the Pixies.

[toni]

Ahhh...you are so sweet and considerate, toni. Maybe I watch movies that no one else watches. I guess I felt like complaining that day. I don't have acess to many of these older foreign films, so I felt I hadn't recognised anything being discussed for a long while. I am also behind the times; maybe I am getting out of date. A few years ago, I did see "Perfume" though....so what did you think of that ending? Interesting film; well done I thought...but would probably not watch it again...so I agree with your rating.

Ah, okay. Old, foreign films are indeed are a challenge to find, but if I had the choice, I'd prefer to watch them.
About Perfume, yes, wasn't it a very curious film! I personally thought the ending was magical and a little surreal. I mean, how could those villagers just consume his physical being to the point of disappearance? It was almost as if he evaporated. But I agree with you, it is well done and exquisite.
Perhaps we would enjoy the novel by Patrick Suskind better.

I love the quote you included with your post. When he uses the word "myself" is he referring to his ego and a false, empty identity that is tied to material possessions?

Yes, I believe so. Isolationism (specifically from material possessions) is one of the many themes in the film and Tyler believed that it is only when we isolate ourselves from it that we find out who we really are.

And, as an added bonus, Where is My Mind Played at the end. I love the Pixies.

I thought it was performed by Placebo in the film. Hmm..maybe it is an original by the Pixies.
But yeah, excellent song!

[Janine]

Yeah, toni, definitely a curious movie. The ending was pretty strange in my own opinion but it might have shocked people. I was not that shocked but then again it was unlike anything I had seen before. It definitely pushed the boundries.

hahah...I was cruising stations late tonight and came across this really corny old horror movie called "Donavan's Brain"....basically dr loses patient, but realises brain is still functioning so he removes it, against his better judgement, to study in the lab....the brain keeps growing and of course, eventually takes over the brain of the scientist dr by telepathy, who starts acting out commands from the deceased's brain....pretty corny stuff, but since it was a 60's B/W film, it was slightly entertaining and interesting to pick out old actors. Rating definitely a 4/10....haha

Please don't judge my movie taste by this film!

[Helga]

juno.... again, love it.... 8/10

[skib]

Perfume: The Story of a Murderer

7/10

Originally a novel by Patrick Süskind, the film Perfume is about an olfactory genius, Grenouille who is obsessed in mixing and producing the best scent.
The only flaw I could probably note in the movie was the character development of Richis (played by Alan Rickman) and her daughter Laura. I felt that their connection was rather weak.
But aside from that, I found the movie to be poetic, subtly moving and visually powerful.

Ahhh! I love that movie! I would tend to agree with your assessment, but I think it deserves at least an 8. While the relationship was slightly weak, I don't think overall it detracted from the movie. What makes me chuckle is when Richis is monologuing Grenouille when they're dunking him. The delivery was fine, but the speech itself is a bit cheesy in my opinion.

[Idril]

The Emperor and the Assassin. I love Chinese movies, especially those that Gong Li stars in, I just love her. As usual, the visuals were stunning, the colors and textures are almost hypnotizing. The storyline was somewhat reminiscent of Hero...and was better done in Hero but it was still a very worthwhile film. 8/10

[Susu J]

I watched ‘Shutter Island’ last night and although I get slightly perplexed with many of Scorsese’s films I actually enjoyed it. It is very creative yet complicated in its storyline and in its technique but the detail is excellent because it sits very well with the plot of the story. Scorsese does a brilliant job in putting you into the shoes of the character because you begin to think like the protagonist, see what the protagonist is seeing and come to hate who the protagonist hates. It is a thinking film. I give it an 8/10.

[Janine]

Still in the Dark Ages here. I saw a number of old movies lately. Last night I watched the:

1932 version of "Midsummer Night's Dream" ~ Max Reinhardt's lavish production.

I really like this version a lot. It's b/w and truly the film shimmers with brilliance. The fairies are beautiful to watch. The early effects are pretty amazing. I especially loved the scene with Oberon leading and a billowing black fabric (his cloak), representing night clouds follows behind him encompassing all....that scene is truly awesome. The acting is quite good and very funny at times. The one main fairy is a famous figure who danced at the Ballet Russe. She is mesmerizing to watch; especially when she is conveyed to the heavens by a dark presence...her arms dance and as she goes further away the white hands blend into the stars....truly brilliant film-making. I think the sets were beautiful/elegant as well...the twisted columns in the Duke's palace are very beautiful and etheral...reminiscent of Maxfield Parish's work. Sure, the film is 'Hollywood', but somehow it's pulled off very well and it's a fun film to watch - very magical. Mickey Rooney as Puck is irritating at times; either you hate him or like him. I guess by now, I have just gotten used to his performance; I admit at first I was not sure if he was cast well for the part. I think since he was a hit on the stage with the role he overplayed it a bit for the screen...that is just my opinion. The comedy bits are pretty funny. James Cagney (who would think it?) plays Bottom and he is quite good at the role; I think more convincing than Kevin Kline. He was quite thin and rather handsome. Joe E. Brown is very funny...especially when he comes on stage dressed as Thisbie. The score is stunning, featuring Mendelssoh's Midsummer Night's Dream.

It's a thoroughly enjoyable movie if you just go with it and know it's from a different era of film-making. I can see where many directors have gotten ideas from this early film of 'trick photography as it was once known. If Reinhardt was alive today, I wonder what use he would have made of CGI. Now that would be interesting.

Definitely a classic for alltimes. 10/10

[byquist]

4 1/2 hr. "Che" as a revolutionary angel. Interesting character study of a team effort at overthrowing governments.

"Amreeka" a sweet lady and when she slips in the White Castle, it takes your heart away. Wait for that plot event; great film moment.

[millymichaelson]

The last movie I watched was District 9 and I absolutely loved it. I think it was a better overall movie than Avatar, because I really cared for the characters; brilliant and unique sci-fi, what could be better? 9/10

[toni]

Death Proof
7/10

The story is about a psycho stuntman Mike who stalks beautiful women then staging car-chases that leads to murder. The film was off to a weak start but got a lot more interesting as it progressed. It is definitely not one of Tarantino's finest, some scenes (girlie chats) could use some editing and the script wasn't very well-crafted. The climax of had to be the car-chase in the end; it had me at the edge of my seat.
Not my favorite of Tarantino but it was an enjoyable ride.

[toni]

What makes me chuckle is when Richis is monologuing Grenouille when they're dunking him. The delivery was fine, but the speech itself is a bit cheesy in my opinion.

Oh yeah, I suddenly remembered that bit and think likewise. Alan Rickman and those corny lines were quite painful to watch.

[DanielBenoit]

Death Proof
7/10

The story is about a psycho stuntman Mike who stalks beautiful women then staging car-chases that leads to murder. The film was off to a weak start but got a lot more interesting as it progressed. It is definitely not one of Tarantino's finest, some scenes (girlie chats) could use some editing and the script wasn't very well-crafted. The climax of had to be the car-chase in the end; it had me at the edge of my seat.
Not my favorite of Tarantino but it was an enjoyable ride.

Hopefully my opinion of the film didn't bias you

Pulp Fiction! Pulp Fiction mademmoiselle!

[toni]

Hopefully my opinion of the film didn't bias you ! Pulp Fiction! Pulp Fiction mademmoiselle!

Well, just a little biased. I was skeptical while watching it. I know, can't wait for Pulp Fiction!