Official Movie Thread

[TimmyTabasco]

I can't wait for "Lord Of War" to come out sometime this year

Its directed by Andrew Niccol, who previously directed "Gattaca". Has a solid cast

-Nicolas Cage(perhaps he can act in this one?) :thumb:
-Ethan Hawke
-Eamonn Walker(solid British actor)
-Ian Holm or Donald Sutherland

Here is the plot

After escaping the USSR for the land of opportunity, young hustler YURI (Nicolas Cage) seizes the opportunity to make a buck by selling a key to the UN armory and realizing his calling as an arms dealer.

Driven by the lure of easy money and the heady cocktail of glamour and danger, Yuri and his brother VITALY claw their way up through the world of international arms dealing, all the while staying one step ahead of the law, ruthless competitors and treacherous clients by wit and cunning.

With private jets and a beauty queen at his side, Yuri savors the high life in the fast lane, even after being forced to kill in cold blood and learning the brutal personal cost of his profession.

But when Vitaly encounters the innocent victims of their unholy trade and is killed making a moral stand, Yuri's world begins to cave in...

[bluemeanie]

Haven't see a preview for it yet, but it could have potential. Niccol did a great job with Gattica, and I was excited when I heard he was working with Pacino in S1M?NE... but that turned out to be a dissapointment.

[TimmyTabasco]

"The Interpreter" is out today. I'll probably watch it, considering its free! The Hon Rev HoundDog will most likely like this one :thumb:

Political intrigue and deception unfold inside the United Nations, where an FBI agent (Penn) is assigned to protect an interpreter (Kidman) who overhears an assassination plot

I'm a fan of Sean Penn..always a good performance.

Also, out is "The Ballad of Jack and Rose", with Daniel Day Lewis. I am a big fan of DDL, perhaps my fav actor(yes more so than Owen ;) ), but the movie doesn't really sound all that great :laughing:

Jack (Daniel Day-Lewis) lives on the site of his abandoned island commune with his 16-year-old daughter Rose (Camilla Belle). Jack has sheltered Rose from the influences of the outside world, but now Rose's emerging womanhood poses troubling questions about the days ahead. A man who has lived a life motivated by environmentalism and other altruistic causes, Jack now rages at those who do not share his concerns, like developer Marty Rance (Beau Bridges), who is building a housing tract on the edge of his property. When Jack invites his girlfriend Kathleen (Catherine Keener) and her sons Rodney (Ryan McDonald) and Thaddius (Paul Dano) to live with them, Rose feels betrayed and the situation quickly becomes precarious. Rose acts out wildly, creating chaos. As everything flies out of control, Jack finds himself trapped in an impossible place and is forced to take action.

[leaferfan87]

This House of Wax film with Paris Hilton just looks like the next stupid horror movie that we wil be subjected to.

[Matt Cooke]

This House of Wax film with Paris Hilton just looks like the next stupid horror movie that we wil be subjected to.

I don't know about that. Canada's own, Elisha Cuthbert will star. Who cares what the movie is like. :]

[Mel]

This House of Wax film with Paris Hilton just looks like the next stupid horror movie that we wil be subjected to.

I thought Paris Hilton's horror movie came out already?

You know... on the internet.... remember? :conspire:

[TimmyTabasco]

Canada's own, Elisha Cuthbert will star. Who cares what the movie is like. :]

aka as PDO :conspire:

[Rusty]

Went to see that Drew Barrymore Jimmy Fallon movie, total chick flick aimed at the Sports audience.

What really made me laugh was when she ran across the field during the ALCS game, Hollywood at it's best, or worse, whichever way you want to look at it.

I could see the similarities between the Red Sox fans and Leaf fans, also a good chunk of the filiming was carried out in Toronto, which is ironic as nowwhere did they mention the Blue Jays.

[Matt Cooke]

Watched "The Assassination of Richard Nixon" tonight, starring Sean Penn, Naomi Watts and Don Cheadle. The film was outstanding, had a "Taxi Driver" feel to it, as the conflict is similar in some ways. Sean Penn acted beautifully, as always. Naomi Watts, having done 21 Grams with Penn before, was able to bring something to the table. Don Cheadle adds a great supporting role, for what it's worth. I also give all the credit in the world to first time director Niels Mueller for putting together a great piece of work.

A few problems I had with the film is, I thought they tried to use the whole 9/11 happening to their fullest advantage and attract audiences. I also thought that Penn's character, Samuel Bicke, became somewhat annoying as the film went on.

Anyway, I definetly recommend it. This movie isn't for the average watcher, as you have to actually think every now and then. Though, if your idea of good movies is Ben Stiller and Will Smith, perhaps you should check out the latest action flick. :]

[PDO]

aka as PDO :conspire:

:laughing:

You'd hit it.

Twice, just to make sure 8)

[TimmyTabasco]

There is a movie coming out called "Layer Cake" with Daniel Craig(who?)

http://ia.imdb.com/media/imdb/01/I/19/66/98m.jpg

Based upon JJ Connelly's London crime novel, "LAYER CAKE" is about a successful cocaine dealer (DANIEL CRAIG) who has earned a respected place among England's Mafia elite and plans an early retirement from the business. However, big boss Jimmy Price hands down a tough assignment: find Charlotte Ryder, the missing rich princess daughter of Jimmy's old pal Edward, a powerful construction business player and gossip papers socialite. Complicating matters are two million pounds' worth of Grade A ecstasy, a brutal neo-Nazi sect and a whole series of double crossings. The title "LAYER CAKE" refers to the layers or levels the dealer has to go through as he painstakingly plots his own escape. What is revealed is a modern underworld where the rules have changed. There are no 'codes', or 'families' and respect lasts as long as a line. Not knowing who he can trust, he has to use all his 'savvy', 'telling' and skills which make him one of the best, to escape his own. The ultimate last job, a love interest called Tammy and an international drugs ring, threaten to draw him back into the 'cake mix'. But, time is running out and the penalty will endure a lifetime..

Directed by the producer of Lock, Stock, and Snatch. Sounds pretty good, will have to check it out

[TimmyTabasco]

So who else is looking forward to "Kingdom of Heaven" directed by the great Ridley Scott, right Cooke? :thumb:

I must admit..I am not a fan of Orlando Bloom..not even in the slightest. BUT, it does have a strong supporting cast(Neeson, Thewlis, Gleeson, Irons, Norton)..and looks to be great

Ridley Scott is always a for sure bet

[Max Power]

Directed by the producer of Lock, Stock, and Snatch. Sounds pretty good, will have to check it out

Yah I've been looking forward to this one too? A few friends of mine have seen it from a rip they got online and they said it was very good

[Matt Cooke]

So who else is looking forward to "Kingdom of Heaven" directed by the great Ridley Scott, right Cooke? :thumb:

I must admit..I am not a fan of Orlando Bloom..not even in the slightest. BUT, it does have a strong supporting cast(Neeson, Thewlis, Gleeson, Irons, Norton)..and looks to be great

Ridley Scott is always a for sure bet

I'm not a big theater fan like you, so I'll wait until it comes out at the local Blockbuster. Just don't give us any spoilers when leaving a review. :]

[Rusty]

I may want to have a look see into that movie as well Timmy, something about the Crusades that I love......

[TimmyTabasco]

Just saw "Kingdom of Heaven".

Here is my honest opinion, with no spoilers on the plot.
This movie is dark, gloomy, and really wasn't up to much

Good performances by Jeremy Irons, David Thewlis..among others in the supporting cast. Liam Neeson was alright, but we have seen it before. Orlando Bloom was better, but still doesn't have that leading man capability.

It was hard to know who to align with in this movie..the christians who were truly wankers at moments in the film..or the muslims who were also truly wankers.

It has been done before with "Troy", "Alexander", among others. The same sort of premise, big battle scenes..against all odds..blah blah blah same old. I think its time directors figure out that it will be impossible to top "Gladiator"..and leave it at that.

Perhaps it was edited too much for the movies?

[TimmyTabasco]

Yesterday, saw "Layer Cake"..it came out in limited release, on Friday.

It was a good, entertaining british gangster movie. Not in the same mold as "Snatch" and "lock stock", but in a mold all of its own..much more serious, and better direction. Daniel Craig was awesome, excellent performance..totally believeable. Colm Meaney is also really good as the old Paddy.

I have also read the book, which was bloody brilliant. The movie wasn't as good as the book, as it did leave some parts out..or changed some parts. But this is necessary..otherwise it would be too long.

Recommended, much better and classier than any of the American crap in theatres. If you like movies with smarts, and acting the way it should be...Go see it

[KeithM]

Yesterday, saw "Layer Cake"..it came out in limited release, on Friday.

It was a good, entertaining british gangster movie. Not in the same mold as "Snatch" and "lock stock", but in a mold all of its own..much more serious, and better direction. Daniel Craig was awesome, excellent performance..totally believeable. Colm Meaney is also really good as the old Paddy.

I have also read the book, which was bloody brilliant. The movie wasn't as good as the book, as it did leave some parts out..or changed some parts. But this is necessary..otherwise it would be too long.

Recommended, much better and classier than any of the American crap in theatres. If you like movies with smarts, and acting the way it should be...Go see it

Tis a pretty cool movie... better than i expected.

Did you see it in a theatre? Cause i saw it on dvd like a month ago, Pirated. :rolleyes:

[TimmyTabasco]

Tis a pretty cool movie... better than i expected.

Did you see it in a theatre? Cause i saw it on dvd like a month ago, Pirated. :rolleyes:

Yeah, I saw it in a theatre, downtown. Its in very limited release out here.

I think I will buy the DVD when it comes out

[TimmyTabasco]

Just saw "Batman Begins"

One word describes this film, brilliant.

This is the best movie I have seen all year. Nolan again directs a masterpiece.

Bale is the perfect Batman. He captures all the different aspects to a key.

Oldman, Neeson, Caine, Cillian Murphy, and others all do a great job.

I don't really have a bad thing to say about this movie, just an all around classic.

By far the best Batman movie, and totally in a class of its own. Highly recommended :nod:

[butterfly_style]

*Bump*
Saw "War of the Worlds" on the weekend.
Do yourself a favour and do NOT see this flick.
Do not even rent it.
Absolute junk!!

[J.R.]

I was fortunate enough to score some passes to the regional premiere of 'Wedding Crashers' last night (doesn't come out until tommorow). :D

Thankfully it was a comedy, so I enjoyed it. It had a fairly good story line, with some good scenes between the actors. Several times the entire theatre (which was packed) was laughing uncontrollably. It was really funny - Vince Vaughn more so than Owen Wilson. At times though, I got the feeling of a 'Meet the Parents' remake, but other than that it was fairly original.

I'd recommend this movie. For a comedy, I give it an eight thumbs up out of ten.

:thumb: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb:

http://ia.imdb.com/media/imdb/01/I/82/00/09m.jpg
Wedding Crashers (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0396269/).

[Canucklehead]

I was in Vanocuver recently and had a Sunday after noon with nothing to do, so I thought it was the perfect time to see a movie I've wated to see for a while: Layer Cake. Or course I'm in North Van and Tinseltown is a bit far away but I could still make it on public transport. Too bad Layer Cake only plays at night so crap like War of the Worlds can run all day. So instead of seeing LC I walked down the block and saw WOTW instead.

What a waste of time and money. Lame tri-pod aliens, an-unbelievable story, thin plot and for some reason all the characters really pissed me off. The kids spend the entire movie never shutting up about how much they seem to dislike their deadbeat dad and want their mom instead. So what if he doesn't pay your school enrollment kids, the apocalyspe is happening! Plus the movie never focuses on anyone but the 3 main characters and one crazy person who they come across. You get no real feel for what is happening. There was one thing at the very end that was so ridiculous but I don't want to be a spoiler and give away what happens so I won't say though. Save your money.

[Max Power]

I loved Layer Cake but I've also enjoyed all his movies. Instant cult classic with a great story that was very well laid out. The thick British accent is an issue because you can't always catch what they're saying but I still enjoyed it. I love movies that don't follow the norm
Not for everyone though... my gf did not enjoy it

[bluemeanie]

I loved Layer Cake but I've also enjoyed all his movies. Instant cult classic with a great story that was very well laid out. The thick British accent is an issue because you can't always catch what they're saying but I still enjoyed it. I love movies that don't follow the norm
Not for everyone though... my gf did not enjoy it

You tell your girlfriend that if she wants to be able to continue massaging your feet while you watch movies, that she better keep her opinions to her self.

BTW, the beauty of the DVD world brings us ?subtitles?... great for those heavily accented movies. =]

[TimmyTabasco]

I loved Layer Cake but I've also enjoyed all his movies. Instant cult classic with a great story that was very well laid out. The thick British accent is an issue because you can't always catch what they're saying but I still enjoyed it. I love movies that don't follow the norm
Not for everyone though... my gf did not enjoy it

It was very good. Daniel Craig was very believeable, best performance I have seen in quite sometime.

Its too bad it wasn't more well known.

The accents can be a problem, if you have trouble following the slang etc. :nod:

[Canucklehead]

I just saw Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. It was a bit creepy. Johny Depp was doing his best Micheal Jackson impression. He did not work at all as Willy Wonka. The first 15 mins of the movie without Depp were promising but as soon as he entererd the screen it went downhill.

[leaferfan87]

I just saw Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. It was a bit creepy. Johny Depp was doing his best Micheal Jackson impression. He did not work at all as Willy Wonka. The first 15 mins of the movie without Depp were promising but as soon as he entererd the screen it went downhill.

I heard he wasn't bad. His character in this movie is supposed to be alot different from the one Gene Wilder played in the original version.

[bluemeanie]

I heard he wasn't bad. His character in this movie is supposed to be alot different from the one Gene Wilder played in the original version.

Haven't seen it, but I'm sure the new version is way better then the Wilder version... never liked the original movie. It didn't have the 'dark' undertones that made the book a classic IMO. I think a Depp / Burton combo should do the book way more justice.

[slapshot™]

*Bump*
Saw "War of the Worlds" on the weekend.
Do yourself a favour and do NOT see this flick.
Do not even rent it.
Absolute junk!!

I saw the movie a few weeks ago and didn't think it was that bad. Cruise's character should have shown some backbone when it came to his kids and the sappy ending was ....pretty damn sappy....and seemed tacked on at the last minute. I figured it was on par with anything else Hollywood is churning out these days.

For me, I suppose, the movie holds a special interest having been scared out of my skin watching the original when I was a kid. Also, I had the double album set of Jeff Wayne's Musical version in the late '70's....

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[a4l]

I saw the movie a few weeks ago and didn't think it was that bad........
For me, I suppose, the movie holds a special interest having been scared out of my skin watching the original when I was a kid.

I thought it was THAT bad. They should have changed the name to protect the original.
Hollywood remakes are usually flops because they take the freshness out of every story and go over the top trying to make an impact. I wish they would stop trying to improve on classics.

[scorpionn]

Has anyone seen Wedding Crashers...?

Now that looked pretty funny. I want to see it.

[J.R.]

Has anyone seen Wedding Crashers...?

Now that looked pretty funny. I want to see it.Yes, someone has seen it (http://www.hockeystation.com/showpost.php?p=10634&postcount=22).

[butterfly_style]

I saw the movie a few weeks ago and didn't think it was that bad.
C'mon Slappy, Cruise's son walks into a losing battle in which all soldiers were being aniliated and then shows up in Boston totally unscathed.
He makes it to the family home and they walk out like they just had tea, instead of a war.

And, those alien machines looking for Cruise, Robbins and little girl in the cellar.
As if they can't detect someone without being 2 inches away.

Also, all those machines buried for millions of years in places where we now have major cities, you think somebody might have noticed.

I could really tell the actors were green-screen acting.

And on, and on.

IMO . . .that film was very bad, and I wasted one of the very few nights out I get to enjoy.

[Canucklehead]

C'mon Slappy, Cruise's son walks into a losing battle in which all soldiers were being aniliated and then shows up in Boston totally unscathed.
He makes it to the family home and they walk out like they just had tea, instead of a war.


Exactly. That was the one of the worst endings I have ever seen. Everything with in a mile of him explodes but he's fine, not a scratch on him.

[slapshot™]

IMO . . .that film was very bad, and I wasted one of the very few nights out I get to enjoy.

You make some valid points, Styles. I go to maybe one or two movies a year so I guess I was trying to justify forking over all that money for tix and treats. Thanks for setting me straight! *wink*

[Max Power]

Thanks for ruining the movie of the year for me guys
=]

[butterfly_style]

Thanks for ruining the movie of the year for me guys
=]
Sorry Mr. Power, I couldn't find the *spoiler* smilie.

[Max Power]

Sorry Mr. Power, I couldn't find the *spoiler* smilie.
I've looked forward all year to see Tom save the world and you just go wreck it on me. *sniff* *sniff* I don't know if I can ever forgive you.

[bluemeanie]

Actually it's not Tom who saves the world, it's actually tiny little omebas that the alien's bodies begin to reject and they all start to.... opps, wait... sorry, the following was a spoiler.

[Max Power]

Actually it's not Tom who saves the world, it's actually tiny little omebas that the alien's bodies begin to reject and they all start to.... opps, wait... sorry, the following was a spoiler.

Well Duh
it was that or a glass of water or they just needed to land on an asteroid and blow some stuff up

[bluemeanie]

Well Duh
it was that or a glass of water or they just needed to land on an asteroid and blow some stuff up

Don't forget a computer virus.

[Iced Tea]

I watched "Whale Rider" on Detroit's PBS station this evening. Really good movie.

imdb.com says "A contemporary story of love, rejection and triumph as a young Maori girl fights to fulfill a destiny her grandfather refuses to recognize."

Well worth renting just for the New Zealand scenery.

[TimmyTabasco]

I watched "Whale Rider" on Detroit's PBS station this evening. Really good movie.

imdb.com says "A contemporary story of love, rejection and triumph as a young Maori girl fights to fulfill a destiny her grandfather refuses to recognize."

Well worth renting just for the New Zealand scenery.

I caught the ending of that one. It looked like a really decent movie

BTW, saw "The Island" on saturday. I was pleasantly surprised, wasn't that bad at all

[Leafs_Fa_Life]

BTW, saw "The Island" on saturday. I was pleasantly surprised, wasn't that bad at all

I agree with The Island. I caught it tonight because I got to the theatres late, and it was the only thing that hadn't started. But I'm glad I saw it. It was a good movie, and probably better than what I planned on watching (Wedding Crashers). Although the sex scene would've been a lot better without that bra :mad:

[TimmyTabasco]

I saw "Clockwork Orange" on showcase last night. Didn't watch the whole movie, but most of it

Not a fan of Kubrick. Proves that anyone with half a brain and a camera, can go out and make a movie

Highly overrated filmmaker :nod:

[Canucklehead]

Not a fan of Kubrick. Proves that anyone with half a brain and a camera, can go out and make a movie


Speaking of half a brain and a camera:

BTW, saw "The Island" on saturday. I was pleasantly surprised, wasn't that bad at all

:laughing:

I thought "A Clockwork Orange" was a great movie. Intersting plot, well acted, not as good as "Full Metal Jacket" but a well spent couple hours.

[TimmyTabasco]

I thought "A Clockwork Orange" was a great movie. Intersting plot, well acted, not as good as "Full Metal Jacket" but a well spent couple hours.

:laughing: Agreed on Michael Bay, but you should check out The Island, if you have a free pass, or not much else to do :nod:

"Orange" wasn't that bad, just not my sort of movie

[TimmyTabasco]

There is a new movie coming out, called "V for Vendetta"

From the creators of the matrix. Starring Natalie Portman, Hugo Weaving, Stephen Rea, and John Hurt. Looks like a solid cast. I saw the end of the trailer, and it looks very good.

In a story where Germany won a future World War and Great Britain is now a fascist state, a masked vigilante known only as "V" conducts guerrilla warfare against the government. When he rescues a normal young woman (Portman), she joins his struggle against the forces of oppression...

People should not be afraid of their governments. Governments should be afraid of their people. Remember, remember the 5th of November.

[Canucklehead]

There is a new movie coming out, called "V for Vendetta"

From the creators of the matrix. Starring Natalie Portman, Hugo Weaving, Stephen Rea, and John Hurt. Looks like a solid cast. I saw the end of the trailer, and it looks very good.

Looks really good. You can see the trailer here. (http://www.apple.com/trailers/wb/v_for_vendetta/)

[TimmyTabasco]

I saw "Wedding Crashers" the other day

Well, I wasn't expecting much..since not really a fan of Owen Wilson. But, I was surprised.

Entertaining movie from start to end.

Walken, as usual, stole the show. Vaughn was also really good

Recommended

[KB in Kelowna]

I really want to see the Aristocrats. I read the joke on line, realy filthy but not that funny. I understand the appeal of the movie is in the telling of the joke.

[Iced Tea]

There is a new movie coming out, called "V for Vendetta"

From the creators of the matrix. Starring Natalie Portman, Hugo Weaving, Stephen Rea, and John Hurt. Looks like a solid cast. I saw the end of the trailer, and it looks very good.
The movie is based on the graphic novels created by Alan Moore and David Lloyd. Moore is considered by many in the comic industry to be the best comic writer ever. Considering that Moore has publically stated that the Wachowski Brothers have butchered his story, including the characters, setting, plot, etc. just so it appeals more to American audiences, I don't plan to see this movie. I've read the graphic novels, enjoyed them a lot and don't like when movies based on comics change key elements to spice things up. Example being Spiderman having organic webshooters or the latest Batman spending time stashed away in a remote location learning martial arts, etc. Neither of these things occurred in the comic books and it pisses me off when directors or other movie suits feel they can just change things when it suits them.

[TimmyTabasco]

The movie is based on the graphic novels created by Alan Moore and David Lloyd. Moore is considered by many in the comic industry to be the best comic writer ever. Considering that Moore has publically stated that the Wachowski Brothers have butchered his story, including the characters, setting, plot, etc. just so it appeals more to American audiences, I don't plan to see this movie. I've read the graphic novels, enjoyed them a lot and don't like when movies based on comics change key elements to spice things up. Example being Spiderman having organic webshooters or the latest Batman spending time stashed away in a remote location learning martial arts, etc. Neither of these things occurred in the comic books and it pisses me off when directors or other movie suits feel they can just change things when it suits them.

I thought "Batman Begins" was great. IMO, the best movie of the summer.
But then again, I never read the comics..and don't read comics in general.

I'll send you a ticket in the mail :laughing:

[PDO]

I'm seeing Sin City tonight.. will write a review, looking forward to it!

[grim]

I saw "Clockwork Orange" on showcase last night. Didn't watch the whole movie, but most of it

Not a fan of Kubrick. Proves that anyone with half a brain and a camera, can go out and make a movie

Highly overrated filmmaker :nod:

I really get some laughs and chills out of Dr. Strangelove

[PDO]

Thought Sin City was pretty solid. Good, but not great plot. Solid acting. If not for that Clive Owen guy, it might've been one of the best movie's I've ever seen ;).

I think I'm going to buy it, it was a fun watch.

[TimmyTabasco]

Thought Sin City was pretty solid. Good, but not great plot. Solid acting. If not for that Clive Owen guy, it might've been one of the best movie's I've ever seen ;).

I think I'm going to buy it, it was a fun watch.

I really liked it, entertaining. AND it had nothing to do with the fact Mr. owen was in the movie :nod:

Alba too.. :nod: :thumb:

[TimmyTabasco]

Just saw "The Constant Gardener"

I was very surprised at how good the movie was. Ralph Fiennes is very believable, and puts forward a solid performance.

The direction was very good, as was the story. Its directed by Fernando Meirelles who directed "City of God"

Very good acting by all involved, and as I said..good story. Recommended, go see it. But remember, this is a drama/thriller..and not a Michael Bay film

Based on the best-selling John le Carr? novel and from the Academy Award-nominated director of "City of God." In a remote area of Northern Kenya, activist Tessa Quayle (Rachel Weisz) is found brutally murdered. Tessa's companion, a doctor, appears to have fled the scene, and the evidence points to a crime of passion. Members of the British High Commission in Nairobi assume that Tessa's widower, their mild-mannered and unambitious colleague Justin Quayle (Ralph Fiennes), will leave the matter to them. They could not be more wrong. Haunted by remorse and jarred by rumors of his late wife's infidelities, Quayle surprises everyone by embarking on a personal odyssey that will take him across three continents. Using his privileged access to diplomatic secrets, he will risk his own life, stopping at nothing to uncover and expose the truth - a conspiracy more far-reaching and deadly than Quayle could ever have imagined.

[leaferfan87]

I just rented "Assault on Precicnt 13" and let me say it was a very interesting film. Lots of blood and gore.

[Iced Tea]

I saw "Red Eye" last week and let me tell you; the critics who gave it good reviews, need to be shot. It was 75 minutes long, most of it spent on the airplane, some spent on the ground. Everything was wrapped up too quickly and only the two leads had much screen time. Other actors got maybe 2 minutes tops. The end came too soon and I was like, "That's it, the movie is over, well that was just stupid. All that drama and then pfft, it's over". It was like buying a book with the second half missing.

If I could've got my money back, I would have. Don't go see this in the theatre and I wouldn't recommend renting it when it comes out on DVD.

I swear the favourable reviewers either saw a different movie or got bribed with gift baskets after the screening because this movie sucked.

[Darsehole Tucker]

I saw "Red Eye" last week and let me tell you; the critics who gave it good reviews, need to be shot. It was 75 minutes long, most of it spent on the airplane, some spent on the ground. Everything was wrapped up too quickly and only the two leads had much screen time. Other actors got maybe 2 minutes tops. The end came too soon and I was like, "That's it, the movie is over, well that was just stupid. All that drama and then pfft, it's over". It was like buying a book with the second half missing.

If I could've got my money back, I would have. Don't go see this in the theatre and I wouldn't recommend renting it when it comes out on DVD.

I swear the favourable reviewers either saw a different movie or got bribed with gift baskets after the screening because this movie sucked.

Yeah some of my buddies have checked that one out and gave the same sort of review: horrible. So I'll continue the trend of reviewing bad movies with one more. I remember when I saw The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen a few years back I thought that no movie could be worse...then I saw Hellboy and was set straight. However a new movie has emerged to be found worse than both of those combined: The Brothers Grimm. It's not even an issue of wanting my money back...I want my time back.

But I can't wait to see the possession of Emily Rose, hopefully it's as scary as it looks so that will break the bad movie trend.

[TimmyTabasco]

But I can't wait to see the possession of Emily Rose, hopefully it's as scary as it looks so that will break the bad movie trend.

Not so sure about that one. Its supposedly taking advantage of something, very loosely based upon

When I saw "Dark Water", they had a full preview of that movie

To be honest, I almost walked out of the theatre during that preview. It seriously gave me the creeps. Not the good creeps either..Very few movies do that for me.

[grim]

Saw this movie called Action Jackson. In French. Not really what I was expecting.

http://www.joeyharrison.com/ftp.joeyharrison.com/Cairo-12.JPG

[bluemeanie]

Saw this movie called Action Jackson. In French. Not really what I was expecting.


Unless it's about the adventures of a red balloon or the coming of age story of a preteen girl and her Merlot loving step father... French movies rarely turn out to be what I expected.

[Newfie John]

I recently seen both Wedding Crashers and 40 year old virgin. They were both hilarious, but 40 year old virgin, I was laughing every couple of seconds.

[TimmyTabasco]

I saw "Transporter 2" last night. Wasn't as cheesy as the first one, but still pretty cheesy :laughing:

However, its an action movie..and I like to think they make it that way. If you want to see a good action movie, and nothing that serious..then check out this one

[MadDevil]

I finally got around to renting Sin City this weekend, and I have to say that I enjoyed the film. It had a different feel to it that I liked, and the acting was pretty solid. Might have to buy it.

I also rented Constantine, and thought the movie was okay. I'm not a big fan of Keanu Reeves, so I was surprised I liked this movie at all. Another strange sci-fi type movie that I liked.:laughing:

[Canucklehead]

I'm looking forward to seeing Lord of War (http://www.apple.com/trailers/lions_gate/lord_of_war/). I've been waiting ever since I first heard about it. Hope it doesn't dissapoint.

The last movie I watched was Pink Floyd: The Wall. I liked it. Creepy, intense, great soundtrack. I was suprised at how good it was.

[TimmyTabasco]

I'm looking forward to seeing Lord of War (http://www.apple.com/trailers/lions_gate/lord_of_war/). I've been waiting ever since I first heard about it. Hope it doesn't dissapoint.



I was also looking forward to it, especially since Niccol(Gattaca) is the director/writer. However, wasn't impressed with the trailer.

But, saw an early review on Ebert and Roeper(two thumbs way up), and it looked much better.

So, yeah, should be good. Trailers can be deceiving

[J.R.]

On Thursday night I went to see the premiere of the movie {Proof} (http://www.miramax.com/proof/) for free. I don't think it's being released to the public until next Friday. Maybe it came out in some major markets, starting yesterday, but I'm not too sure. Anyways, it was very well written and is aimed towards a smarter audience, that's willing to think about what's being presented. Throughout the film I kept thinking how similar it was to A Beautiful Mind. If you enjoyed that, then I am quite sure you'll really like this movie.

[TimmyTabasco]

Anyways, it was very well written and is aimed towards a smarter audience.

So..if you don't like this movie, then your not part of that smart audience? :laughing: :thumb:

No offense, but it looks like a load of crap :nod:

[PDO]

So..if you don't like this movie, then your not part of that smart audience? :laughing: :thumb:

No offense, but it looks like a load of crap :nod:

f(x) = lim x->0 (sin(x))/cos(x))

Whoooooooooooooo go me!

I saw both The Exorcism of Emily Rose.. and a movie I won't mention that we walked into after :]

EoER was okay. Nothing special, but not a bad watch either.

[J.R.]

So..if you don't like this movie, then your not part of that smart audience? :laughing: :thumb: Not quite. I'm saying that to understand what is happening from minute to minute, the audience needs to focus and piece together clues throughout the film. If not, then the audience will not fully appreciate the writing of the story.

No offense, but it looks like a load of crap :nod:If you don't like Gwyneth Paltrow, then yes. ;) She appears on the screen for about 90% of this movie. It's an 'okay' film, Timmy. Do I think it's worth going to see next time you're at the cinama? No. There's better out there, so watch something else. :)

[TimmyTabasco]

If you don't like Gwyneth Paltrow, then yes. ;) She appears on the screen for about 90% of this movie. It's an 'okay' film, Timmy. Do I think it's worth going to see next time you're at the cinama? No. There's better out there, so watch something else. :)

I was kidding JR ;)

Paltrow is one of the better actresses around these days. Hopkins is also a great actor, one of the best. But the film just isn't my sort of movie, something about it says "skip this one, and leave it for JR" :nod:

[TimmyTabasco]

f(x) = lim x->0 (sin(x))/cos(x))

Whoooooooooooooo go me!

I saw both The Exorcism of Emily Rose.. and a movie I won't mention that we walked into after :]

EoER was okay. Nothing special, but not a bad watch either.

What the hell was that Brian, a typo..or have you been drinking again? :laughing:

Emily Rose has gotten decent reviews, but as more a courtroom/thriller..more so than a horror movie

For what its worth, saw "The Man" last night. It was free of charge, and had nothing else planned :D Whatever happened to Samuel L. Jackson? It was pretty bad :laughing:

[PDO]

What the hell was that Brian, a typo..or have you been drinking again? :laughing:

Emily Rose has gotten decent reviews, but as more a courtroom/thriller..more so than a horror movie

For what its worth, saw "The Man" last night. It was free of charge, and had nothing else planned :D Whatever happened to Samuel L. Jackson? It was pretty bad :laughing:

Well technically it should be..

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v165/PDARK/proof.jpg

That's a calculus proof.. a very simple one, but one none the less ;]. Simple proofs were everywhere in A Beautiful Mind, and it looked like they were in {Proof} as well.

I was hoping Emily Rose would be a horror movie.. no dice. Very unscary for an atheist.

And I haven't been drinking.. :(

[Newfie John]

I saw that Emily Rose movie yesterday. Easily the best movie I've ever seen.

[TimmyTabasco]

I saw that Emily Rose movie yesterday. Easily the best movie I've ever seen.

Beg me pardon Johnny..but..if thats the case, perhaps you should see more movies? :nod: :thumb:

[Newfie John]

Beg me pardon Johnny..but..if thats the case, perhaps you should see more movies? :nod: :thumb:

I do see a lot of movies. I loved this one. The whole courtroom aspect of it I liked, as you would expect considering my future ambition. The scene of the actual exorcism was just awesome too. I think it was an awesome combination and I was literally at the edge of my seat watching it.

Last night I set my sister's(who also watched it) alarm clock at 3 AM and I was under her bed and after a few seconds I started shaking the bed and hauling the sheets down. Anyone who watched the movie would understand why I did it. I was a good half hour laughing my ass off.

Anyway, excellent movie.

one, two, thee, four, five, SIX!

[charlio lemieux]

Last night I set my sister's(who also watched it) alarm clock at 3 AM and I was under her bed and after a few seconds I started shaking the bed and hauling the sheets down. Anyone who watched the movie would understand why I did it. I was a good half hour laughing my ass off.


Your poor sister. She is going to get you back, bad. Personally if you did that to me at
3 am, you would have a gallon of ice-water in your bed by 6:00.

[leaferfan87]

I had the unfortunate privilege of sitting through "The Notebook" on Saturday night. I wanted to shoot myself by the end.

[grim]

Watched much of Bowling For Columbine on CBC TV Sunday. Again. Still good stuff the 2nd time. His critics are basically correct that Moore does tend to stretch the facts to drive home his point. But his point is often correct anyway. Swearing on Canadian network TV vs. US network TV?? ... Chris Rock drops the F word right off... I don't think this would be left intact on NBC or CBS at 8 PM. So Canadians are armed to the teeth... but peaceful... and swearing in front of the kids?

Noticed Moore demanded that the film not be shown on CBC because of their staff lockout. They ignored him.

Michael Moore accuses CBC of "acting like an American Corporation"

By Judi McLeod
Tuesday, September 20, 2005

Tipped off by a blogger that his Oscar-winning documentary Bowling for Columbine was to be aired by a strike-bound CBC on the weekend, Michael Moore sent word that he did not want the documentary broadcast.

Moore rushed a statement to network management condemning what he calls an "abhorrent" lockout of unionized staff by the CBC.

It was a locked out CBC blogger who notified Moore about the scheduled broadcast.

"I do not want my film being broadcast on the network unless it is willing to let its own workers back in to work and promises to bargain with them in good faith," said the statement, posted in full on www/parkdalepictures.blogspot.com.

In the statement, Moore questioned why "the great and honourable CBC" was acting "like an American corporation" and called on the network to continue its "historical tradition? of respecting its workers and their union."

Moore was off base when he accused the CBC of "acting like an American Corporation". American corporations are into turning profits. CBC is into taking profits--the $1-billion a year it gets from the Canadian Liberal Government, courtesy of Canadian taxpayers.

While hundreds of striking workers mill about downtown CBC headquarters, Canadians must content themselves to watch the antics of Ashley Peacock and Irma Barlow on Coronation Street, a British based soap opera.

Worse, while Canadian viewers are getting by without what some call CBC's slanted newscasts, many are calling cable giants to get hooked up to the Fox News Channel in order to catch Moore detractor Bill O'Reilly on the "the-spin-stops-here" O'Reilly Factor.

The CBC's 5,500 workers, locked out since Aug. 15, have been walking the picket in almost perfect summer weather.

Sunday marked the first time Bowling for Columbine was shown for free on Canadian television. The film was trotted out as part of the network's Turn on to Reality September Documentary Festival.

As CBC Watch might say, "that's reality, CBC style.

The network elected to ignore the marching orders of Moore, one of their most outspoken fans.

"As far as what our plans are for the film, we're going to put it on air," said CBC spokesperson Jason MacDonald. "We purchased the rights to do that and that's what we're going to do. Our audience are expecting to see it."

But Lise Laureau, president of the Canadian Media Guild said it was irrelevant whether Bowling for Columbine was aired or not.

Moore's statement, Laureau said, was "essentially emotional support".

"What's important is that filmmakers, creators, (and) people who are out there in the creative community condemned the CBC for its actions of us locking us out.

"And that's what Michael Moore has done."

Meanwhile, the only ones who miss the left-leaning CBC more than Michael Moore does are Paul Martin and his Liberal MPs.

http://www.canadafreepress.com/2005/cover092005.htm

[bluemeanie]

I'm enjoying the CBC programming, radio anyway, much more then I did before... Lock on baby... lock on. For the first few weeks an announcement would come on every once in a while saying "We apologize for the disruption of our regular broadcasting schedule due to a labour dispute?, now they say "We regret the disruption of our regular broadcasting schedule due to a dispute with our unionized workers.? Moore should be taking notes? this would make for a good CBC made for television movie.

[leaferfan87]

I watched The Breakfast Club tonight. That movie never fails to amaze me. The way it just deals with looking at the various cliques in high school. I admit that while it is outdated in a sense being from the 80's the themes it tries to hammer home are still relevant today.

[Matt Cooke]

I had the unfortunate privilege of sitting through "The Notebook" on Saturday night. I wanted to shoot myself by the end.

That's my ticket for scoring with the ladies. She asks me what movie I'd like to watch, and instead of shouting out The Dirty Dozen, I resist the urge and promptly suggest The Notebook. Try it. :)

Besides, I'm not going to lie, I enjoyed it.

[charlio lemieux]

I watched The Breakfast Club tonight. That movie never fails to amaze me. The way it just deals with looking at the various cliques in high school. I admit that while it is outdated in a sense being from the 80's the themes it tries to hammer home are still relevant today.


Smoking dope in the library can be fun. :laughing: :smoke: :laughing:

[THE HACK]

I recently seen both Wedding Crashers and 40 year old virgin. They were both hilarious, but 40 year old virgin, I was laughing every couple of seconds.

The wife and I just got around to seeing "The 40 year old Virgin" on the weekend and it was hilarious!I Thought it was better than the "Wedding Crashers" and ranks up there as the funniest comedy I've seen this year!Steve Carell is just too funny!

Cheers

[leaferfan87]

Besides, I'm not going to lie, I enjoyed it.

:eek: uh oh!

As for the girl, Machiavelli wrote that "the end justifies the means!"

[TimmyTabasco]

The wife and I just got around to seeing "The 40 year old Virgin" on the weekend and it was hilarious!I Thought it was better than the "Wedding Crashers" and ranks up there as the funniest comedy I've seen this year!Steve Carell is just too funny!

Cheers

I saw it too. Sorry Mr. Hack, but I must beg to differ! :nod:

It was alright, but IMO..tried too hard for laughs

On the other hand, "Wedding Crashers" was very good

[Iced Tea]

I saw "The 40 Year Old Virgin" last night. The best comedy I've seen in years and it so mirrors my own life except I collect comics, not action figures. :(

[TimmyTabasco]

Oh yeah, also saw "Million Dollar Baby" and "Oceans Twelve"

I was told there was a huge twist in MDB, better than "The Crying Game". Yeah right, disapointed..thats for sure :thumb: It was a good movie, but didn't deserve all the attention it got.

O12 was alright, a popcorn movie. First one was better

[Max Power]

I saw "The 40 Year Old Virgin" last night. The best comedy I've seen in years and it so mirrors my own life except I collect comics, not action figures. :(

I had a buddy who rarely picked up so he decided on a new tactic. When going to a bar he hit on every girl (limit yourself to one per group). By the end of the night he always picked up. It?s a sound theory my friend? Basic bar laws of deduction, eventually one will say yes. =]

[bluemeanie]

I had a buddy who rarely picked up so he decided on a new tactic. When going to a bar he hit on every girl (limit yourself to one per group). By the end of the night he always picked up. It?s a sound theory my friend? Basic bar laws of deduction, eventually one will say yes. =]

And sometimes, if you're reeeeealy lucky, two will say yes. =]

[THE HACK]

Oh yeah, also saw "Million Dollar Baby" and "Oceans Twelve"

I was told there was a huge twist in MDB, better than "The Crying Game". Yeah right, disapointed..thats for sure :thumb: It was a good movie, but didn't deserve all the attention it got.

O12 was alright, a popcorn movie. First one was better

We may not agree on 40yr old Virgin and Wedding Crashers but I do agree with you about Milllion Dollar Baby and Oceans 12.Still don't understand how MDB won for Best Picture?I really liked Clint Eastwoods other movie Mystic River alot better.

Cheers

[Newfie John]

Oceans 12 sucked... period. The first one was way better.

[Canucklehead]

I just finished watching "Kingdom of Heaven". Surprisingly, not that bad of a movie. Had some good fight scenes, an alright story, not all that historically accurate(used many modern terms) but it kept my attention for over 2 hours.

[leaferfan87]

Anyone remember the Transformers?

[Newfie John]

I'm watching "The Saw" right now. What a messed up movie. The editor of that one must be warped.. but creative.

I think I'll go see "The Saw 2".

[Madferret]

I'm watching "The Saw" right now. What a messed up movie. The editor of that one must be warped.. but creative.

I think I'll go see "The Saw 2".

So bad it's good, I know I ended up buying a second hand copy of it.
One thing though, is it just me or did Cary Elwes & Danny Glover completely forget how to act in this one?

Anyone see 'Land of the Dead' yet?

[Matt Cooke]

I just finished watching "Kingdom of Heaven". Surprisingly, not that bad of a movie. Had some good fight scenes, an alright story, not all that historically accurate(used many modern terms) but it kept my attention for over 2 hours.

Had it been "historically accurate", the entire film wouldn't be spoken in english.

[slapshot™]

I'm watching "The Saw" right now. What a messed up movie. The editor of that one must be warped.. but creative.

I think I'll go see "The Saw 2".

I saw the Saw. Will I see the Saw 2, too? I dunno. The Saw sequel might not be as good. Sooooooo, anyway....I sink I said enough.

Oh yeah...good movie. Kudos for originality.

[THE HACK]

Anyone see 'Land of the Dead' yet?

Sure did,when it came out at the theater about 5 months ago! If you liked the other dead movies by George A Romero then you'll like this one too.The only thing I didn't like is the movie is too short and not enough munching on the rich folks by the dead.

Cheers

[TimmyTabasco]

"Heat" was on showcase last night.

No matter how many times you have seen it, it still is very entertaining

This movie is a classic

[Newfie John]

I seen the movie "Crash" the other night. Great movie, and a quality movie with a lot of irony. I'm not sure who the director was but he constructed this one very well.

[Max Power]

This thread is not to active. No one going to movies lately? I watched a four star rated movie called Sidways this weekend. Wish I hadn't

I've been hearing about all kinds of violence in the states and the media is relating it to this 50 Cent movie that just came out

Man dies after 50 Cent screening
Hip-hop star 50 Cent has said he is "saddened" after a fatal shooting at a Pennsylvania cinema where his film Get Rich Or Die Tryin' was screening.
Sheldon Flowers, 30, was shot three times at the Loews Cineplex at West Homestead, near Pittsburgh, after an argument broke out between four people.

Police said Mr Flowers, who died in hospital, was carrying an unregistered gun without a permit.

The film - based on 50 Cent's life - has caused controversy in the US.

The rapper - whose real name is Curtis Jackson - has been shot nine times, spent time in prison and dealt drugs.

He told US network ABC: "I feel for the victim's family in this situation.

"But, you know, these weren't kids. This was a 30-year-old man who had a dispute with three other guys."

Billboards removed

Police said Mr Flowers - who had just been to see the film - and one other person had fired the shots, but they had no suspects. The row began in the toilet, before spilling out into the lobby. It is not known what film the three men had seen.


Loews said the cinema would stop showing Get Rich Or Die Tryin' while the investigation continued.
In California, billboards promoting the movie were removed from areas near Los Angeles schools after community leaders claimed it glorified violence.

In Ohio, another cinema chain, National Amusements, stopped midnight screenings in a neighbourhood of Toledo, where rioting occurred last month after a neo-Nazi group visited the city.

Police raised concerns that the film could lead to more unrest.

The film, which also stars one-time So Solid Crew star Ashley Walters, was released in the UK on 20 January.

Story from BBC NEWS:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/pr/fr/-/2/hi/entertainment/4431048.stm

Published: 2005/11/12 11:32:53 GMT

? BBC MMV

[Madferret]

This thread is not to active. No one going to movies lately? I watched a four star rated movie called Sidways this weekend. Wish I hadn't

I've been hearing about all kinds of violence in the states and the media is relating it to this 50 Cent movie that just came out

Mr. Flowers died trying eh..

[Max Power]

Mr. Flowers died trying eh..

Me no get what you say? =]

[Madferret]

Me no get what you say? =]

Maxy, where's Blue at these days?

[Max Power]

Maxy, where's Blue at these days?


I was thinking the same? Maybe he just can't stand us Sens fans any longer?
Hey Blue!! If you?re out there lurking? Go suck a bible =]

[slapshot™]

I watched a four star rated movie called Sidways this weekend. Wish I hadn't

A movie about some wimpy-wannabe-writer who's life is in disarray and likes to get faced on California wine not your cuppa tea? (I struggled to get to the end of that flick)

The best part was when he stole the wallet back. (3 minutes outta 90)

Saw The Guns of Navarone (1961) last week. Great flick.

Starring:
Gregory Peck
David Niven
Anthony Quinn
Richard Harris

[Max Power]

A movie about some wimpy-wannabe-writer who's life is in disarray and likes to get faced on California wine not your cuppa tea? (I struggled to get to the end of that flick)

Yup
What I don't understand is how these movies get 4 stars?
Same goes with lost in translation?. I didn?t even make it 10 min in

[PDO]

Hmm..

Saw 2 was decent. Nothing special, really. Left me wanting a bit more, but it kept me fairly interested the entire time.

[Newfie John]

Haven't seen Saw 2 yet. I heard it was very messed up. There were a lot of thing which sent unnoticed in the first one and I thought it was a very quality movie. I'll be seeing the second one as soon as I can.

[TimmyTabasco]

Haven't seen Saw 2 yet. I heard it was very messed up. There were a lot of thing which sent unnoticed in the first one and I thought it was a very quality movie. I'll be seeing the second one as soon as I can.

I've never understood why people want to watch movies like that. Its like "Texas Chainsaw Massacre". I watched a wee bit of that one(it was on at my buddies ;) ), and just didn't understand why someone would make such trash

To each his own :thumb:

[PDO]

I liked Saw 1 Johnny.. Saw 2 just didn't recapture it for me.

Spoiler...

They made it way too obvious that something was up too early in the movie.. ruined the "twist".

[Newfie John]

I seen the movie "National Treasure" with Nicolas Cage. I thought it would be a snoorefest but it was an excellent movie.

[slapshot™]

DVDs rented for this weekend (or whenever...7 day rentals)...

Monster's Ball - Billy Bob Thorton, Halle Berry
Team America, World Police - Trey Parker & Matt Stone
Hostage - Bruce Willis, Kevin Pollak
The Insider - Al Pacino, directed by Micheal Mann

[TimmyTabasco]

Monster's Ball - Billy Bob Thorton, Halle Berry

Great scene in this movie, between those two :giggle: But thats the only reason I'd watch it

Hostage - Bruce Willis, Kevin Pollak

This movie is alright. Popcorn entertainment

The Insider - Al Pacino, directed by Micheal Mann

This movie is very good. Classic Al Pacino, and Russell Crowe. Mann's best film since "Heat". Great score too.

[Amoroq]

Might be a smidgen early but I have my xmas dvds lined up.

1: It's a Wonderfull Life.

A classic, one of a kind. I've watched it every year on the TV since I was a Kid. I now own it.

2: The Ref

If you need to see a movie that will cause you to laugh your head off, this is the one for you. Denis Leary and Kevin Spacey. Some of the quotes in this movie are rather racey so visit the following link to view some.

http://imdb.com/title/tt0110955/quotes

3: The Bad Santa. Billy Bob Thorton at his best :laughing:

4: 29th Street. Anthony LePaglia, and Danny Aiello. Danny Aiello IMHO is the best at screaming the F Word :eek:

[KB in Kelowna]

Ah "The Ref" Denis Leary when he first kidnaps Kevin Spacey and Judy Davis" Oh my God, I kidnapped my F-censored-n parents!" and when he says to Joan Plowright "Your husband ain't dead lady, he's hiding". :rollover2 :rollover2

[TimmyTabasco]

Here is a classic quote from The Ref

You know what I'm going to get you next Christmas, Mom? A big wooden cross, so that every time you feel unappreciated for your sacrifices, you can climb on up and nail yourself to it.

[slapshot™]

You know what I'm going to get you next Christmas, Mom? A big wooden cross, so that every time you feel unappreciated for your sacrifices, you can climb on up and nail yourself to it.

*LOL*

[TimmyTabasco]

Over the weekend, watched "I'll sleep when I'm dead"

This is a movie starring Clive Owen, with a decent supporting cast. Directed by Mike Hodges, who also did "Croupier", "Get Carter" etc.

It was alright, but was missing something. Also, quite a few plot holes. But still, a good rent.

Will Graham is a gangster who has left the life of crime and is living in the countryside. He comes out of hiding to investigate the death of his brother when he learns that he committed suicide. Charlotte Rampling is his old girlfriend who owns a restaurant. Boad is the villain responsible for the bad things that happened to Will's brother.

[THE HACK]

Over the weekend, watched "I'll sleep when I'm dead"

This is a movie starring Clive Owen, with a decent supporting cast. Directed by Mike Hodges, who also did "Croupier", "Get Carter" etc.

It was alright, but was missing something. Also, quite a few plot holes. But still, a good rent.

The movie was missing something alright,its called an ending!;) The "buggering" part was a bit painful to watch!It was a decent movie but I expected more!

Cheers

[TimmyTabasco]

The movie was missing something alright,its called an ending!;) The "buggering" part was a bit painful to watch!It was a decent movie but I expected more!

Cheers

Yeah, your right..the ending was quite odd :D The movie sort of ended..just like that.

It would have been better if they explained the plot a little better. Perhaps they ran out of time :confused:

[THE HACK]

Well I watched a couple of movies at the theater and one of them was called "The Ice Harvest" starring John Cusack and Billy Bob Thornton.The movie is about 2 guys that rip off an owner about $2 million.As usual things don't go right and blood is shed.The movie was fairly violent and filled with subtle humour along the lines of "Fargo".It was a fairly decent movie,7 out of 10!

The next one was a Kiera Knightly movie called "Pride and Prejudice" and this movie is based on Jane Austins novel.And before people get any ideas this happens to be my wife's favourite novel so I did the decent thing and took her to this movie.Its a period piece and love story so I wasn't expecting much but I must say that this movie was very entertaining and funny.I actually enjoyed this movie and give it a 9 out of 10 and rank it as one of the best movies this year!:eyebug:

Cheers

[KB in Kelowna]

Well I watched a couple of movies at the theater and one of them was called "The Ice Harvest" starring John Cusack and Billy Bob Thornton.The movie is about 2 guys that rip off an owner about $2 million.As usual things don't go right and blood is shed.The movie was fairly violent and filled with subtle humour along the lines of "Fargo".It was a fairly decent movie,7 out of 10!

The next one was a Kiera Knightly movie called "Pride and Prejudice" and this movie is based on Jane Austins novel.And before people get any ideas this happens to be my wife's favourite novel so I did the decent thing and took her to this movie.Its a period piece and love story so I wasn't expecting much but I must say that this movie was very entertaining and funny.I actually enjoyed this movie and give it a 9 out of 10 and rank it as one of the best movies this year!:eyebug:

Cheers

I always suspected there was a sensative literary fan under the Metal Loving sports fan known as The Hack :laughing:

[Amoroq]

Well I watched a couple of movies at the theater and one of them was called "The Ice Harvest" starring John Cusack and Billy Bob Thornton.The movie is about 2 guys that rip off an owner about $2 million.As usual things don't go right and blood is shed.The movie was fairly violent and filled with subtle humour along the lines of "Fargo".It was a fairly decent movie,7 out of 10!If I can I'd like to reccommend another Cusack/Thorton movie, Pushing Tin, about 2 cocky air traffic controllers trying to prove who is more of a man. Also has a very attactive Anjelina Jolie. :D

Another Cusack film I really enjoyed is called Grosse Point Blank. Saw this a few years ago and thought this was a great little film then.

Plot outline: Martin Blank is a freelance hitman who starts to develop a conscience, which causes him to muff a couple of routine assignments. On the advice of his secretary and his psychiatrist, he attends his 10th year High School reunion in Grosse Pointe, Michigan (a Detroit suburb where he's also contracted to kill someone). Hot on his tail are a couple of over-enthusiastic federal agents, another assassin who wants to kill him, and Grocer, an assassin who wants him to join an "Assassin's Union."

Let me just say that Dan Aykroyd is at his very best in this as Grocer. I highly reccommend this as a good pickup at the local dvd store.

[butterfly_style]

Another Cusack film I really enjoyed is called Grosse Point Blank. Saw this a few years ago and thought this was a great little film then.

. . .I highly reccommend this as a good pickup at the local dvd store.

Excellent movie, very entertaining.
I don't think it got much theatre time when it came out, but definately worth the price of rental

[Iced Tea]

I can't wait for The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. I remember reading the book and I saw the animated film version years ago.

It opens on Friday here but I'm a season ticketholder for the local junior hockey team and they play Friday. So either I go to their game and tape the Canucks/Sens game or stay home and watch the Canucks/Sens game. Then Saturday has the Dallas Stars playing the Leafs at 4:00 pm and the Sens stomping on the Flames at 7 pm. The Sens will be mad after losing bad to the Canucks.

So Sunday it is.

[butterfly_style]

I can't wait for The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.
Then Saturday has . . . the Sens stomping on the Flames at 7 pm.

Mr. Tea, it is really amazing how we can think alike on most things, but when it comes to common sense things . . .
The Sens will be mad after losing bad to the Canucks.

Well, everyone knows it will be the Canucks who will cyring in thier pudding after Friday night's romp by the "Most Excellent Ottawa Sens"

[Max Power]

Well, everyone knows it will be the Canucks who will cyring in thier pudding after Friday night's romp by the "Most Excellent Ottawa Sens"

After Saturday I'm sure Crawford, Bert, Mor and Nazi will all get together for good old chick flick to help shed some tears. Rumors are Crawford already reserved Beaches for the crew.

http://adorocinema.cidadeinternet.com.br/personalidades/atores/bette-midler/bette-midler01.jpg

[Iced Tea]

After Saturday I'm sure Crawford, Bert, Mor and Nazi will all get together for good old chick flick to help shed some tears. Rumors are Crawford already reserved Beaches for the crew.

nasty pciture of Bette Midler
That's not as bad as the Sens renting a three pack of Meg Ryan films. Blockbuster in Calgary reports that Bryan Murray has requested copies of Sleepless in Seattle, When Harry Met Sally, and You've Got Mail for a late night slumber party on Saturday night. Crying when Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan meet will help the Sens forget two devastating losses to Western teams. :laughing: :D

[Max Power]

That's not as bad as the Sens renting a three pack of Meg Ryan films. Blockbuster in Calgary reports that Bryan Murray has requested copies of Sleepless in Seattle, When Harry Met Sally, and You've Got Mail for a late night slumber party on Saturday night. Crying when Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan meet will help the Sens forget two devastating losses to Western teams. :laughing: :D

Hey Sleepless in Seattle is a modern day classic!… uhh…
yeah I mean stupid girly movie

Mmmm Meg Ryan
http://www.olho.nu/nhaca-spot/_img/pic_meg-ryan.jpg

[bluemeanie]

Hey Sleepless in Seattle is a modern day classic!? uhh?
yeah I mean stupid girly movie

Mmmm Meg Ryan


Yup, Meg's a real cuttie. I have to admit that most Ryan films are guilty pleasure's of mine... even the girly ones.

And nooo...:rolleyes: ... I don't wear a dress.
Unless I'm with a chick that's in to that... But even then, I insist on at least putting my 50 mission cap on...


http://images.canadiantire.ca/media/images/FortheSportsFan/NHLCaps/0831700_100_CC_34529.jpg

Jiggidy.... :boogie:

[THE HACK]

I always suspected there was a sensative literary fan under the Metal Loving sports fan known as The Hack :laughing:

Yes indeed,my loveth runs deep for thee women dressed in raggedy garb for whom I have depraved and lustfull thoughts about!;)

I liked Grosse Pointe Blank too,its a real quirky movie but very funny.I thought that Minnie Driver and Jeremy Priven were good in this movie too.Loved the shootout scene in the conveinience store,funny stuff!:laughing:

Anyone else going to see "King Kong" next week?It looks like its going to be full of action and imo it can't be any worse than the 1976 remake.This movie is also a labour of love for director Peter Jackson so I'm thinking this should be a good entertaining movie as he also spared no costs for his film which is now the most expensive movie ever made!

Cheers

[TimmyTabasco]

Well, I saw "Syriana" this evening

This movie is very well done. Perhaps one of the better movies I have seen this year. Clooney is very good, and the supporting cast is top notch. The story/direction is excellent

It really makes you think about the current affairs.

Go see this movie

From writer/director Stephen Gaghan, winner of the Best Screenplay Academy Award for Traffic, comes Syriana, a political thriller that unfolds against the intrigue of the global oil industry. From the players brokering back-room deals in Washington to the men toiling in the oil fields of the Persian Gulf, the film's multiple storylines weave together to illuminate the human consequences of the fierce pursuit of wealth and power. As a career CIA operative (George Clooney) begins to uncover the disturbing truth about the work he has devoted his life to, an up-and-coming oil broker (Matt Damon) faces an unimaginable family tragedy and finds redemption in his partnership with an idealistic Gulf prince (Alexander Siddig). A corporate lawyer (Jeffrey Wright) faces a moral dilemma as he finesses the questionable merger of two powerful U.S. oil companies, while across the globe, a disenfranchised Pakistani teenager (Mazhar Munir) falls prey to the recruiting efforts of a charismatic cleric. Each plays their small part in the vast and complex system that powers the industry, unaware of the explosive impact their lives will have upon the world.

[a4l]

I can't wait for The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. I remember reading the book and I saw the animated film version years ago.

I saw it yesterday and loved it. I am a CS Lewis buff.

[THE HACK]

I went and saw "King Kong" and it wasn't too bad but wasn't as good as I expected!The CG effects are good and King Kong himself looks awesome but the movie itself is so over the top and laughable that I kept thinking about "War of the Worlds" and how average it was!The connection you see between Kong and Naomi Watts are the best parts in the movie.Some action sequences are terriffic and some parts are a bit scary for the young ones.If you're looking for a movie thats full of action with little brains but good dramatic parts then this is the movie for you but if you hate movies that are totally fake then skip this one.I give this a 7 out of 10!

Cheers

[TimmyTabasco]

I went and saw "King Kong" and it wasn't too bad but wasn't as good as I expected!The CG effects are good and King Kong himself looks awesome but the movie itself is so over the top and laughable that I kept thinking about "War of the Worlds" and how average it was!The connection you see between Kong and Naomi Watts are the best parts in the movie.Some action sequences are terriffic and some parts are a bit scary for the young ones.If you're looking for a movie thats full of action with little brains but good dramatic parts then this is the movie for you but if you hate movies that are totally fake then skip this one.I give this a 7 out of 10!

Cheers

I've been debating to see this movie, or not.

Thanks for the review. I think I'll skip it, but perhaps rent it on DVD.

[PDO]

Dark Water is absolutely terrible.

If not for a wet t-shirt scene with Conolley and the hopes of another, I would've fallen asleep.

[slapshot™]

Watched a really good movie last night...really enjoyed it.

The Brothers Grimm (a Terry Gilliam flick)

[leaferfan87]

I saw the Producers the other day. It's funny, but if you're not really into musicals I'd stay away, but even that is well done. Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick do a good job in the leading roles and Mel Brooks even makes a cameo somewhere in the film.

[Darsehole Tucker]

Watched a really good movie last night...really enjoyed it.

The Brothers Grimm (a Terry Gilliam flick)

Odd....I thought that that movie was one of the worst I've ever seen, next to Hellboy and the League of Extraordinary Gentlemen. That's just me of course.

But yeah, I saw Munich last night and that one blew me away. I'm a sucker for those political/spy movies though, but this one was great. I've been a fan of Eric Bana recently and he was freakin' good in this one.

[bluemeanie]

But yeah, I saw Munich last night and that one blew me away. I'm a sucker for those political/spy movies though, but this one was great. I've been a fan of Eric Bana recently and he was freakin' good in this one.

Was it as controversial as they say? Actually I don't really care... I heard that it's not exactly "historically accurate"... but hey... it's all about selling tickets right? Which I rarely contribute to anyhow. I go to see a movie in a theater about once a year. (This is usually around Christmas when family visits from New Hampshire where Big, Loud theaters don't exist yet) This year it was The Chronicles of Narnia... talk about controversial. I read the book when I was young and never realized how blatantly biblical the story is. Although, even the imagery of the film had strong Christian undertones. "Jesus" was all I could muster to say. Oh and some idiotic couple decided that it would be pleasant to bring their new born baby to the 3 hour movie... proving once again that paying to go see a flick in the theater is waste of time and money!!

[Darsehole Tucker]

Was it as controversial as they say?

Hrm...controversial? I didn't think there was anything controversial about it. With regards to historical accuracy, well I wasn't born yet in '72 and I doubt I would have been there to witness it first-hand if I had been, so I couldn't tell you whether or not it was accurate. People died. If no one knows how, then that part is open to interpretation.


proving once again that paying to go see a flick in the theater is waste of time and money!!

Dude I'm right there with you on that one. If movie's cost $4.00 to go to, then I'd go often. But when you're taking a girl out, it isn't necessary too hot to say "Hey I just downloaded this movie, come watch it on my computer" ;)

[Madferret]

Dude I'm right there with you on that one. If movie's cost $4.00 to go to, then I'd go often. But when you're taking a girl out, it isn't necessary too hot to say "Hey I just downloaded this movie, come watch it on my computer" ;)

Try it with your pants down around your legs, that's what Newfie John told me anyways...

:D

[Max Power]

A screaming baby would have set me off... What kind of trailer park mom or dad would bring their baby to a movie?
I rarely go myself mainly because
A) I get stuck near someone who smells funny
B) I #$%^ hate commercials when you just spent 50$ to watch a movie

I used to buy used movies on a regular basis as a movie buff but since the quality of films has hit rock bottom I just download them and burn them. The viewing quality is negligible and if I’m going to be completely disappointed its better free.

"Hey I just downloaded this movie, come watch it on my computer" ;)

It's easy to burn for DVD players... Just an FYI if you did not know

[Max Power]

Try it with your pants down around your legs, that's what Newfie John told me anyways...

:D

I don't care what you say that used to work for me all the time

[bluemeanie]

I don't care what you say that used to work for me all the time

So, you'd drop your pants and the girl would suddenly and inexplicably be in the mood to watch a comedy? =]

[Max Power]

So, you'd drop your pants and the girl would suddenly and inexplicably be in the mood to watch a comedy? =]

I said it used to work
At my age now telling the ladies it's supposed to be that size doesn't work

[Darsehole Tucker]

I said it used to work
At my age now telling the ladies it's supposed to be that size doesn't work

Date younger ladies ;)

[charlio lemieux]

Try it with your pants down around your legs, that's what Newfie John told me anyways...

:D
Around this town walking around with your pants down is just considered trolling. The fishing is easy.:D
Now I'm not saying the women around here are of low moral standing, but most consider a man a "catch" if he still has all his teeth, and only one assault charge on his criminal record. :wicked: :D :laughing:

[TimmyTabasco]

I saw Munich a few weeks ago

It was alright. At times the film was very well done, but then at others..it was just alright

Bana gave a very strong performance, as did Ciaran Hinds, and Daniel Craig. The performances are what carried it along.

Its worth seeing, but not an award winning film..IMO

[leaferfan87]

I finally saw Wedding Crashers on Sunday night. Rachel McAdams is HOT!! The movie was hilarious. Anything with Vince Vaughan and Christopher Walken make for a good film.

[KeithM]

I saw Hostel yesterday afternoon. All i have say is that this one very very weird movie.

[Max Power]

I got around to watching Lord of Wars this weekend and must say I really enjoyed it. Best movie I?ve seen in a while

[Newfie John]

I finally saw Wedding Crashers on Sunday night. Rachel McAdams is HOT!! The movie was hilarious. Anything with Vince Vaughan and Christopher Walken make for a good film.

I agree with you. That one was pretty good.

[Amoroq]

I got around to watching Lord of Wars this weekend and must say I really enjoyed it. Best movie I?ve seen in a whileWatching that after tonights game, I've heard great things. Watched Wedding crashers last night and I agree, funny funny stuff. Movie to avoid. Mr and Mrs. Smith. Great scene with Angelina Jolie in a domanatrix outfit but other then that this one was a drag.

[Iced Tea]

Anyone seen any good movies lately?

Nearly everything coming to the Greater Metropolis of Salmon Arm in the past month has been garbage or a kids movie. Some of the best movies or ones that I wanted to see this summer and fall, like Clerks 2, haven't come to the Greater Metropolis of Salmon Arm because the theatre complex's board is a bunch of uptight old farts who block any decent movie because it might be PG or higher. :rolleyes:

[Max Power]

I'm not a big fan of the theatre anymore because the popcorn sucks, the seats are uncomfortable and they make me watch damn commercials. My home theatre is sweet and a much better atmosphere so I just watch movies as they come available. IMO there hasn’t been much quality out there for movies but the two most recent movies I’ve seen that I’d recommend to all is Lucky Number Sleven and V for Vendetta.
Children of men is supposed to be good, I have it but have yet to watch it. If you’re into good documentaries I’d strongly suggest An Inconvenient Truth. It’s a freighting reality of what damage we’ve done to our world and what will be if we don’t change our ways. It’s a purely factual based documentary on global warming and IMO a must see for all.

ADD - FYI I saw Clerks 2 and didn't think much of it. Jay and Silent Bob weren’t in it much and one of the convenient store owners the story revolves around is annoying as hell. There was one scene in it near the end that makes it almost worth watching. It made me laugh out loud for good 5 minutes but other then that it was boring.

[THE HACK]

IMO there hasn’t been much quality out there for movies but the two most recent movies I’ve seen that I’d recommend to all is Lucky Number Sleven and V for Vendetta.
If you’re into good documentaries I’d strongly suggest An Inconvenient Truth. It’s a freighting reality of what damage we’ve done to our world and what will be if we don’t change our ways. It’s a purely factual based documentary on global warming and IMO a must see for all.

ADD - FYI I saw Clerks 2 and didn't think much of it. Jay and Silent Bob weren’t in it much and one of the convenient store owners the story revolves around is annoying as hell. There was one scene in it near the end that makes it almost worth watching. It made me laugh out loud for good 5 minutes but other then that it was boring.

I also recommend those 3 movies,they're good!

Haven't seen Clerks 2 yet but will still watch when it comes out on pay per view.

Action - Watch the new Bond flick "Casino Royale",very good!

Comedy - Beerfest,this movie is so stupid but hilarious esp when you're drunk yourself,a total guys movie!And "Borat" another stupid but funny movie.

Horror - Hostel,this movie is messed up bigtime and the violence and gore is simply shocking.

Crime Drama - The Departed,a good cat and mouse thriller with good acting and my pick for best movie of the year so far!

Drama - Syriana and Munich which both came out late last year but are good to watch.

Romance - none worth watching,they all suck

Cheers

[TimmyTabasco]

Whats the thing about Clerks? I didnt really like that movie :D

Anyway, Bond is great. You should for sure see this film. Arguably the best Bond in the franchise

Blood Diamond is average. It tries too hard to follow the mold of "Hotel Rwanda", and "The Constant Gardener". I wouldn't recommend it..

BTW, agreed Mr. Hack.."Syriana" is an excellent film

[Iced Tea]

Last fall I went to perhaps the worst film since Battlefield Earth. The film was Snakes On A Plane. It was brutal and even Samuel L Jackson couldn't save it. The movie totally sucked and it turned out that both my friend and I were thinking of leaving but figured the other one was liking it. We could have save ourselves the torture by speaking up after the first 15 minutes.

I've seen some big stars make crappy films before and then make a comeback but Jackson could suffer for years because of this stinker. Jackson must have been desperate for money or the object of blackmail to star is this load of garbage.

I wish I could go back in time and stop myself from seeing this dud.

By the way, the film just came out on DVD in case you want to buy or rent it. :D Too bad it didn't come out before Christmas, I would've bought it for my friend as a gift. :laughing:

[Amoroq]

Whats the thing about Clerks? I didnt really like that movie :D

Anyway, Bond is great. You should for sure see this film. Arguably the best Bond in the franchise

Blood Diamond is average. It tries too hard to follow the mold of "Hotel Rwanda", and "The Constant Gardener". I wouldn't recommend it..

BTW, agreed Mr. Hack.."Syriana" is an excellent filmI actually really liked Blood Diamond and feel it was DiCaprios best performance. Another films I've seen recently.

The Good Sheppard, very impressed with Matt Damon in this one.

Rocky Balboa, probably the best of all the others, except the original.

The Pursuit of Happyness, Will Smith at his finest. IMO Smith and DiCaprio are neck in neck for best actor.

Marshall, not a bad football movie, based on true events. Not a fan of Matthew McConaughey tho, never have been.

[TimmyTabasco]

Marshall, not a bad football movie, based on true events. Not a fan of Matthew McConaughey tho, never have been.

You actually paid to see that movie?

Shame on you Amo! :D

[Amoroq]

You actually paid to see that movie?

Shame on you Amo! :D

Sure I paid to see all those movies in a round about way. Internet bandwidth, if you get my meaning ;)

[TimmyTabasco]

Sure I paid to see all those movies in a round about way. Internet bandwidth, if you get my meaning ;)

Same way you get your porn..eh Amo :D

[Iced Tea]

I saw "Bridge to Terabithia" last night and it only gets 2 iced tea cans out of 5.

The preview was all about the fantasy of Terabithia but the movie itself was mostly about the kids reality. While the story was good, the acting was good; I was very disappointed that the Terabithia parts weren't bigger. Plus the ending was very anti climatic because just when things were getting good, the movie ends.

Kids may really enjoy this movie but adults will be disappointed. I guess I thought this would be a fantasy movie for all ages but I was wrong.

The local film festival is on and I'm going to see Pan's Labyrinth tomorrow night. It's supposed to be freakin awesome. The only reason it's not a huge hit in North America is because it's subtitled from Spanish.

On that note, when Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon was in town, so many morons were complaining that they could understand the movie. I asked why they didn't read the subtitles and people actually said they don't come to movies to read. The movie was an international hit that was well worth seeing and idiots thought it suck because it wasn't in English. :rolleyes:

[Iced Tea]

I just got home from seeing Pan's Labyrinth and it was freakin awesome. I give it a 4 iced tea cans out of 5 but it would have got all 5 if the two attractive women in the film had shown a little more skin than their necks and arms. :D

My moviegoing experience only gets 2 iced tea cans out of 5 because the two girls behind me kept yapping every 2 minutes and they didn't shut up when I turned around to give them the evil eye. Plus the popcorn was less than stellar, kind of lukewarm actually.

I definitely recommend this film if anyone wants to expand their movie experience beyond the mainstream crap.

Oh and I almost cried at the end except I remembered I'm a guy. :laughing:

[Amoroq]

I just got home from seeing Pan's Labyrinth and it was freakin awesome. I give it a 4 iced tea cans out of 5 but it would have got all 5 if the two attractive women in the film had shown a little more skin than their necks and arms. :D

My moviegoing experience only gets 2 iced tea cans out of 5 because the two girls behind me kept yapping every 2 minutes and they didn't shut up when I turned around to give them the evil eye. Plus the popcorn was less than stellar, kind of lukewarm actually.

I definitely recommend this film if anyone wants to expand their movie experience beyond the mainstream crap.

Oh and I almost cried at the end except I remembered I'm a guy. :laughing:

I thought you don't watch their crappy movies, stupid tv shows or listen to their boring music?? :conspire:

[Amoroq]

On that note, when Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon was in town, so many morons were complaining that they could understand the movie. I asked why they didn't read the subtitles and people actually said they don't come to movies to read. The movie was an international hit that was well worth seeing and idiots thought it suck because it wasn't in English. :rolleyes:

When I first saw Life is beautiful, it was in subtitles. I later saw the dubbed version, and I enjoyed the first one better.

If you almsot cried at that other movie, you will most definatly ball your eyes out watching Life Is Beautiful.

[KB in Kelowna]

IThe local film festival is on and I'm going to see Pan's Labyrinth tomorrow night. It's supposed to be freakin awesome. The only reason it's not a huge hit in North America is because it's subtitled from Spanish.

On that note, when Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon was in town, so many morons were complaining that they could understand the movie. I asked why they didn't read the subtitles and people actually said they don't come to movies to read. The movie was an international hit that was well worth seeing and idiots thought it suck because it wasn't in English. :rolleyes:

Years ago I saw the German film Das Boot in German with English subtitles, I awas really into the film. A few years later I saw it on TV dubbed into English and it just wan't the same. In university I saw a Japanese version of MacBeth, that had French subtitles, my french was good enough then, that I could follow the story. It strikes me that people who don't like subtitles are the same grooup that don't like films being "letter boxed" when broadcast on TV. They think the black lines on the top and bottom of the screen mean they are are somehow getting ripped off when the opposite is in effect. Adjusting the image to fit onto a TV screen usually means the back ground mage and action is cut out.

[Iced Tea]

The utterly unthinkable has occurred in the US. A movie that was panned by every movie critic with any experience, has not only won the weekend box office race but has also given Disney its best ever March opening.

Wild Hogs is a total piece of garbage that should never have been made. Every good movie critic agrees with me. But somehow enough morons in North American can't be bothered to realize that the trailer was pure crap and that it would lead to a massive steaming pile of doodoo.

Too many movies are being made that treat moviegoers like morons; from the American Pie movies to the loads of crap Eddie Murphy keeps putting out. Has anyone in Hollywood had a new idea this century?

The Oscars, while boring as hell to watch, showcase some of the top films each season but do people flock to see films like "The Queen", "Little Miss Sunshine", "Babel" or “Curse of the Golden Flower”? Heck no, they are too busy seeing whatever crappy buddy movie or teenage crap is out that week.

I just can't believe that Wild Hogs is number one at the box office but then again look at the crappy movies it was up against. :rolleyes:

[KB in Kelowna]

The utterly unthinkable has occurred in the US. A movie that was panned by every movie critic with any experience, has not only won the weekend box office race but has also given Disney its best ever March opening.

Wild Hogs is a total piece of garbage that should never have been made. Every good movie critic agrees with me. But somehow enough morons in North American can't be bothered to realize that the trailer was pure crap and that it would lead to a massive steaming pile of doodoo.

Too many movies are being made that treat moviegoers like morons; from the American Pie movies to the loads of crap Eddie Murphy keeps putting out. Has anyone in Hollywood had a new idea this century?

The Oscars, while boring as hell to watch, showcase some of the top films each season but do people flock to see films like "The Queen", "Little Miss Sunshine", "Babel" or “Curse of the Golden Flower”? Heck no, they are too busy seeing whatever crappy buddy movie or teenage crap is out that week.

I just can't believe that Wild Hogs is number one at the box office but then again look at the crappy movies it was up against. :rolleyes:
However the right wing political comentators use the fact that the box office for these movies that garner critical acclaim and win the prizes is poor, and thus is evidence that Hollywood is out of touch. Too me it is evidence that they market to the lowest common demoninator and that most movie theatres are filled with people looking to kill time and not be entertained, or have their synapses stimulated.

[Max Power]

However the right wing political comentators use the fact that the box office for these movies that garner critical acclaim and win the prizes is poor, and thus is evidence that Hollywood is out of touch. Too me it is evidence that they market to the lowest common demoninator and that most movie theatres are filled with people looking to kill time and not be entertained, or have their synapses stimulated.


garner critical acclaim!? synapses stimulated!? What the...?
What's this crazy bad movie talk? I want my movies to create catch phrases I can use and hear on a daily basis and I also want the plot and idea to be similar for each of these movies. Anything else just gets too confusing and I don't like thing that are unfamiliar

[Mel]

I saw 'The Departed' last night.

It's great if you don't mind violence, if you do um, you might wanna pass on that one.

I will definitely watch it again, it's that kind of movie that you have to watch more than once because you miss things the first time. (I know because one person I was with saw it already)

[Iced Tea]

I saw 300 tonight and it receives 5 iced tea cans out of 5. Awesome movie, Frank Miller is a genius with the written word. The special effects, the acting, the violence and bloodshed were amazing. Definitely a must see.

One thing I should point out is anyone with a weak stomach, hatred for violence and gore, has heart problems or is under 16, should definitely not see this movie. Stay away from it, go see the latest cartoon instead.

[Asterix]

We rented the movie Flushed Away with our daughters, an animation movie. I was set for an exciting night falling asleep when I could have spent my time on the computer listening to the Penticton Vees kick Williams Lake instead...

I was very pleasantly surprised. This movie is great. We laughed all night at those signing slugs!

http://thecia.com.au/reviews/f/images/flushed-away-poster-0.jpg

[TimmyTabasco]

I saw 300 tonight and it receives 5 iced tea cans out of 5. Awesome movie, Frank Miller is a genius with the written word. The special effects, the acting, the violence and bloodshed were amazing. Definitely a must see.

One thing I should point out is anyone with a weak stomach, hatred for violence and gore, has heart problems or is under 16, should definitely not see this movie. Stay away from it, go see the latest cartoon instead.

I heard it was a pure action movie, but not an epic

I might see it for myself

[Madferret]

Went to 300 last night...great flick.

[Iced Tea]

One of the actors in 300 could be Darcy Tucker's brother or twin. Or did Tucker do some acting last summer? The movie was filmed in Montreal, a short drive from Toronto. :D
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[Max Power]

I watched Who Killed the Electric Car this weekend and can honestly say it's the best documentary I've seen in a long time and better then most movies I've seen too. I never new a documentary on a car could trigger any kind of emotions.
Without going into any details all I can say is watch this movie and let me know what you think after.

http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B000I5Y8FU.01.LZZZZZZZ.jpghttp://www.bigmattress.com/weblog/assume.jpg

[TimmyTabasco]

Caught "300" last night..

It was good, worth seeing, but wouldn't watch it more than once

One big battle scene. Not much dialogue, but then again, its a comic book, right? Thats what I was telling myself..

[Amoroq]

I watched Who Killed the Electric Car this weekend and can honestly say it's the best documentary I've seen in a long time and better then most movies I've seen too. I never new a documentary on a car could trigger any kind of emotions.
Without going into any details all I can say is watch this movie and let me know what you think after.

http://www.bigmattress.com/weblog/assume.jpg

This is deserving of an avatar :thumb: Btw I am downloading this now.

[Max Power]

This is deserving of an avatar :thumb: Btw I am downloading this now.


lol never even thought about it
Looks good
Oh and
SEED!!!

[Amoroq]

lol never even thought about it
Looks good
Oh and
SEED!!!

I usually seed for about 3 hrs after completion, kinda like the after coitus cuddle ;)

[Iced Tea]

I usually seed for about 3 hrs after completion, kinda like the after coitus cuddle ;)Are you guys talking about Bit Torrent? I've tried it once, can someone explain what seeding is?

[Max Power]

Are you guys talking about Bit Torrent? I've tried it once, can someone explain what seeding is?


Seeding is basically sharing the file you just downloaded. Most torrent software will automatically seed what you’re downloading while you’re still downloading. Once you are done you can usuall