Hisako
消えないひさ&#
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- Satsu, BRIAN BLESSED, MIGHTY AND WISE Junpei Iori: Ace Detective, Maccaffrickstonson von Lichtenstafford Frabenschnaben, Polite Krogan, Robert Baratheon
iirc it's a Dreamworks thing.
Last Film You've Seen
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iirc it's a Dreamworks thing.
Alex
alex is dead
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- Alex, Ashes, Pennywise, Bill Weasley, Jack's Smirking Revenge, Sterling Archer
Seraphim Falls
Basically what we have here is a Western, nearly two hours in length, with precious little dialogue, concerning itself almost entirely of Ra's Al-Ghul chasing James Bond across the length of the Old West. That's pretty much it. Its definitely not one for everyone.
The lack of dialogue and the absolute moral ambiguity of its characters (to an extent not seen since The Prestige) will probably make it rather inaccessible to fans of the more traditional movies in the genre. To me though, it all comes together to create something pretty awe-inspiring. Where the real stars of the movie aren't Brosnan or Neeson, but the chase itself, set against some of the most stunning scenery I've seen in a film.
A very unique and thoughtful take on the genre, especially with the surreal dreamlike quality of the film's final act. Comes with a definite recommendation from me.
Basically what we have here is a Western, nearly two hours in length, with precious little dialogue, concerning itself almost entirely of Ra's Al-Ghul chasing James Bond across the length of the Old West. That's pretty much it. Its definitely not one for everyone.
The lack of dialogue and the absolute moral ambiguity of its characters (to an extent not seen since The Prestige) will probably make it rather inaccessible to fans of the more traditional movies in the genre. To me though, it all comes together to create something pretty awe-inspiring. Where the real stars of the movie aren't Brosnan or Neeson, but the chase itself, set against some of the most stunning scenery I've seen in a film.
A very unique and thoughtful take on the genre, especially with the surreal dreamlike quality of the film's final act. Comes with a definite recommendation from me.
Hisako
消えないひさ&#
- AKA
- Satsu, BRIAN BLESSED, MIGHTY AND WISE Junpei Iori: Ace Detective, Maccaffrickstonson von Lichtenstafford Frabenschnaben, Polite Krogan, Robert Baratheon
Dana Scully
Special Agent
- AKA
- YACCBS, Legato Bluesummers, Daenaerys Targaryen, Revy, Kate Beckett, Samantha Carter, Matsumoto Rangiku
The International
bad. Even Clive Owen's smexiness couldn't save it.
bad. Even Clive Owen's smexiness couldn't save it.
Sheva Alomar
I'm Alive and on Fire
- AKA
- Adri, Sir Integra, Fiona, Sango
Kick-Ass
Great film for what it was. I was thoroughly surprised that it surpassed my expectations. The tone, aside from a few slips, was finely maintained and never really strayed from a "realistic" standard (as in, the film never fell into pitfalls/clichés, wasn't trying too hard [if this all sounds retarded it's because it's 3 am and it's been a while since I've been up this late and have had to actually think]). I like the nods to mainstream superheroes that were thrown in throughout.
Definitely worth a watch.
Great film for what it was. I was thoroughly surprised that it surpassed my expectations. The tone, aside from a few slips, was finely maintained and never really strayed from a "realistic" standard (as in, the film never fell into pitfalls/clichés, wasn't trying too hard [if this all sounds retarded it's because it's 3 am and it's been a while since I've been up this late and have had to actually think]). I like the nods to mainstream superheroes that were thrown in throughout.
Definitely worth a watch.
Blizzstar657
Member of S.T.A.R.S
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- Blazefire Edge
Hot Fuzz and Inception. Love them. Best fucking Stuff.X3
H
dead
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- Oryx, Debussy, Hatsumimi
Tarsem's The Fall (2006). Where else will you find a masked bandit, an Indian, an ex-slave, an Italian explosives expert and Charles Darwin travelling together to defeat the evil Emperor Odious?
Blue Bandit: I will destroy him. And every Spanish thing.
Alexandria: I thought he was Spanish.
Roy Walker: [covering for himself] No... he was French...
Blue Bandit: I will destroy him. And every Spanish thing.
Alexandria: I thought he was Spanish.
Roy Walker: [covering for himself] No... he was French...
Alex
alex is dead
- AKA
- Alex, Ashes, Pennywise, Bill Weasley, Jack's Smirking Revenge, Sterling Archer
Che
Admission: This isn't the last film I've seen, its just the last film I've seen that I feel like talking about.
Che is an interesting case. You would think that a biopic about legendary revolutionary Che Guevara set against the background of his guerrilla activities in both Cuba and Bolivia would at least let the character have a chance to be the passionate, charismatic figure he is so often portrayed as. So imagine my surprise when the movie doesn't ever really go there. Benicio Del Toro does do a fantastic job in the role, but his portrayal seems to be for the most part incredibly restrained and nowhere near as intimate as I expected. We're rarely given glimpses at the man, rather than the revolutionary.
Whilst I'd be tempted to call this the movie's biggest disappointment, I have to admit that it does fall in line with the austere, realistic portrayal of the revolutionary life that this movie is committed to detailing. What is a disappointment though, is the lack of coherent storytelling. Inbetween all of the leapfrogging through time, mingled with documentary style interludes, the film really begins to sag under the weight of its unfocused narrative style.
I would also be remiss if I didn't mention that this movie does represent a very de-politicised view of is definitely a very sticky and controversial political situation. A decision that I would argue actually does not entirely work in the film's favour. Whilst it does make for a less morally complicated piece of work, it also seems to be a bit of an easy option. Without giving the audience a complete look at the film's subject matter, it holds them by the hand to show them a version of the Revolutionary Superman that might just be a little too simplistic to do the man and the period of history justice. Perhaps a better idea would be to challenge them to make up their own minds by presenting both his positive and negative qualities in greater detail? At over 4 hours in length, the room would definitely have been there for this avenue to be explored. This film was going to be controversial no matter what they did with it, so I'm surprised that it doesn't take more risks.
Regardless of the faults and frustrations, I did enjoy it. Benicio Del Toro is better here than he has been absolutely anywhere else, so there's always good acting on offer throughout. Besides, its hard not to admire the sheer ambition on display here.
Admission: This isn't the last film I've seen, its just the last film I've seen that I feel like talking about.
Che is an interesting case. You would think that a biopic about legendary revolutionary Che Guevara set against the background of his guerrilla activities in both Cuba and Bolivia would at least let the character have a chance to be the passionate, charismatic figure he is so often portrayed as. So imagine my surprise when the movie doesn't ever really go there. Benicio Del Toro does do a fantastic job in the role, but his portrayal seems to be for the most part incredibly restrained and nowhere near as intimate as I expected. We're rarely given glimpses at the man, rather than the revolutionary.
Whilst I'd be tempted to call this the movie's biggest disappointment, I have to admit that it does fall in line with the austere, realistic portrayal of the revolutionary life that this movie is committed to detailing. What is a disappointment though, is the lack of coherent storytelling. Inbetween all of the leapfrogging through time, mingled with documentary style interludes, the film really begins to sag under the weight of its unfocused narrative style.
I would also be remiss if I didn't mention that this movie does represent a very de-politicised view of is definitely a very sticky and controversial political situation. A decision that I would argue actually does not entirely work in the film's favour. Whilst it does make for a less morally complicated piece of work, it also seems to be a bit of an easy option. Without giving the audience a complete look at the film's subject matter, it holds them by the hand to show them a version of the Revolutionary Superman that might just be a little too simplistic to do the man and the period of history justice. Perhaps a better idea would be to challenge them to make up their own minds by presenting both his positive and negative qualities in greater detail? At over 4 hours in length, the room would definitely have been there for this avenue to be explored. This film was going to be controversial no matter what they did with it, so I'm surprised that it doesn't take more risks.
Regardless of the faults and frustrations, I did enjoy it. Benicio Del Toro is better here than he has been absolutely anywhere else, so there's always good acting on offer throughout. Besides, its hard not to admire the sheer ambition on display here.
Hisako
消えないひさ&#
- AKA
- Satsu, BRIAN BLESSED, MIGHTY AND WISE Junpei Iori: Ace Detective, Maccaffrickstonson von Lichtenstafford Frabenschnaben, Polite Krogan, Robert Baratheon
Hisako
消えないひさ&#
- AKA
- Satsu, BRIAN BLESSED, MIGHTY AND WISE Junpei Iori: Ace Detective, Maccaffrickstonson von Lichtenstafford Frabenschnaben, Polite Krogan, Robert Baratheon
Just saw Cast Away on TV, huge nostalgia hit 
*wiiiiiiiiilllllllllllssssssssssssooooooooooooooooooooooooooooonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn
*wiiiiiiiiilllllllllllssssssssssssooooooooooooooooooooooooooooonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn
Mantichorus
"I've seen enough."
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- Kris; Mantichorus; Sam Vimes; Neku Sakuraba; Koki Kariya; Hazama; CuChulainn; Yu Narukami; Mewtwo; Rival Silver; Suicune; Kanata; Professor Oak; The Brigadier; VIII; The Engineer
Mewtwo Returns
A Pokemon OVA which features Mewtwo facing off against Giovanni. Do you need to hear any more to want to watch it?
A Pokemon OVA which features Mewtwo facing off against Giovanni. Do you need to hear any more to want to watch it?
Lord Noctis
Harbinger of Darkness
- AKA
- Caius Ballad
Seen it. Definetely one of the better pokemon movies.
Gym Leader Devil
True Master of the Dark-type (suck it Piers)
- AKA
- So many names
Zach & Miri Make a Porno
Very surprised by this movie, it has made me laugh a lot and I actually care about the characters to boot. Though watching Jason Mewes naked ass waggle during the porn shooting scenes is kinda odd. Especially since his character is almost exactly like Jay with short hair and no Bob.
Very surprised by this movie, it has made me laugh a lot and I actually care about the characters to boot. Though watching Jason Mewes naked ass waggle during the porn shooting scenes is kinda odd. Especially since his character is almost exactly like Jay with short hair and no Bob.
Hisako
消えないひさ&#
- AKA
- Satsu, BRIAN BLESSED, MIGHTY AND WISE Junpei Iori: Ace Detective, Maccaffrickstonson von Lichtenstafford Frabenschnaben, Polite Krogan, Robert Baratheon
Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me was on TV last night.
It's still pretty awesome, but the first movie is probably the best of all three.
It's still pretty awesome, but the first movie is probably the best of all three.
Elisa Maza
Whomst
Underground.
Well, that's what I call a good film that leaves an impression. The story of WWII in Yugoslavia, narrated by two insane villagers who find shelter in an underground facility, where they make weapons. One of them decides to betray them, making them believe that the war continues even after 20 years.
A film that starts like a comedy/parody (I laughed my ass off in some scenes in the beginning!), and ends as a tragedy (heart shattered in pieces!), that definitely made me think. Highly recommended.
10/10
Well, that's what I call a good film that leaves an impression. The story of WWII in Yugoslavia, narrated by two insane villagers who find shelter in an underground facility, where they make weapons. One of them decides to betray them, making them believe that the war continues even after 20 years.
A film that starts like a comedy/parody (I laughed my ass off in some scenes in the beginning!), and ends as a tragedy (heart shattered in pieces!), that definitely made me think. Highly recommended.
10/10
Dana Scully
Special Agent
- AKA
- YACCBS, Legato Bluesummers, Daenaerys Targaryen, Revy, Kate Beckett, Samantha Carter, Matsumoto Rangiku
The Crazies - Enjoyable, if somewhat predictable.
TheKung Fu Karate Kid - The new one. I really liked Jackie Chan's acting in this, I wish he'd get more chances to do movies where he's not forced to do over-the-top acting all the time. The kung fu was fun to watch. The child romance plot was unnecessary and kind of stupid. All in all it was fun to watch.
The
Interslicery
.....
Faster
Not bad, tho the hitman subplot was entirely pointless. I enjoyed it, but it had no business being in this movie.
And am I the only one who doesnt think the rock is a good choice for the next big action star like everyone wants him to be? Yeah he's got the build, but there's something about his eyes and voice that makes him seem too nice I guess.
Not bad, tho the hitman subplot was entirely pointless. I enjoyed it, but it had no business being in this movie.
And am I the only one who doesnt think the rock is a good choice for the next big action star like everyone wants him to be? Yeah he's got the build, but there's something about his eyes and voice that makes him seem too nice I guess.
Rumpelstiltskin
Banned
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- L, Castiel, Scotty Mc Dickerson
Paul - Actually enjoyed it, it's not shaun of the dead or hot fuzz but it still made me piss myself laughing at certain moments. the concept of an alien on earth for the last 60 years informing the government how to develop technology and politics is just comical especially when you take into consideration how much of a cunt they try to make him into.
Alessa Gillespie
a letter to my future self
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- Sansa Stark, Sweet Bro, Feferi, tentacleTherapist, Nin, Aki, Catwoman, Shinjiro Aragaki, Terezi, Princess Bubblegum
ngl paul is like et for stoners