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Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 11:50:06
I've watched two already today.

Started with Raiders of the Lost Ark. I'll get through Temple of Doom and Last Crusade before I get around to watching the new one. Haven't watched them for a few years and always good fun.

Then I thought it was a good idea to watch Salò o le 120 giornate di Sodoma. I now feel more than a little disturbed. I don't think I'll watch it again, it was pretty hard going, makes Cannibal Holocaust look like a picnic. It's got more about it as a film though, less just comic book violence for the sake of it and more of a psychologically damaging edge.  I wouldn't recommend it if you're at all offended or disturbed by anything, ever.

I'm in a film watching mood, although I'm not sure what I'll watch next. Definitely something a bit more light hearted. Might get some jobs done first.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sheepshagger on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 12:12:59
Ben - I am jealous as fuck that you have time to do all this film watching....

I sat and watched Educating Rita last week - just flicked it on for 5 minutes as it was on the beeb - then couldn't turn it off...

Michael Caine at his VERY best - and Julie Walters is bloody hilarious !!!


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 12:28:38
I've got a job interview next week, so I better enjoy it whilst I can. Just in case I accidentally get the thing.

I've got a fair few films kicking about that I keep meaning to watch but never get around to it. I'm going to make the effort over the next few days.

The big 3 I keep putting off are Metropolis (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0017136/), The Shawshank Redemption (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0111161/) and Breathless (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0053472/).

There's a few others but those are the ones which come to my head immediately.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Chubbs on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 12:30:18
mate, i watched salo a few years ago, and i now quiver with fear when i so much a hear the name.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: reeves4england on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 12:32:34
Quote from: "sheepshagger"
Ben - I am jealous as fuck that you have time to do all this film watching....

I sat and watched Educating Rita last week - just flicked it on for 5 minutes as it was on the beeb - then couldn't turn it off...

Michael Caine at his VERY best - and Julie Walters is bloody hilarious !!!
That's a great film!


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sheepshagger on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 12:33:42
The Shawshank Redemption is an absolute classic - can't say I have seen the other 2....

Will have to bloody look out for them now :)

Good luck (I think) on the interview !!!


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: dell boy on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 12:36:38
I've been watching 'The Jungle Book' this morning, some friends came round with their youngsters so I found this in our old collection, it was great, me and the kids didn't take our eyes off the tele for the whole film. Might watch it again when they've gone home. :D


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 12:38:43
Breathless is brilliant!So stylish and sexy 8) Makes you want to move to Paris and smoke,not sure if thats a good thing though :wink:


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: yeo on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 12:42:03
I watched "I AM Legend" at Breakfast.

Twas shite


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: tans on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 12:43:43
I agree with Croat, its fucking dire.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 12:45:52
I always think it's a shame that Will Smith turned down the part of Neo in the martrix. If only because I want to here what he would have done for the sound track.

I can't think of anything better than a pop-rap hit based on that film. It would blow my mind.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 12:49:10
I watched Double Impact last night. I forgot how awesomely cheesy old Jean-Claude van Damme films are.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 12:52:33
Blade Trinity is on tonight  8)


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 12:54:11
I've only ever seen the first Blade. Are the second two as shit as I imagine?


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 12:57:36
Blade II is ok, but not as good as the original. Trinity is pretty good from what I remember of it, I'm going to watch it again tonight.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Colin Todd on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 13:02:06
I though Blade Trinity was crap.  Blade's not even in half of it!


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 13:15:30
Isn't Wesley Snipes in prison for tax evasion or something?


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Colin Todd on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 13:22:53
He's either in prison or on his way soon I think. Naughty boy didnt pay tens of millions of $ in taxes.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sippo on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 13:33:00
I'm sorry but bmx bandits is the bee's knee's  8)


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Miles Mayhem on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 14:01:41
has any one seen "funny games"? Its a german film that i watched yesterday that is all shot in real time but is very very strange narrative


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 14:32:15
Quote from: "Irish"
...but is very very strange narrative


Perhaps because it's in German?


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 14:43:07
Iv'e just watched El Orfanato (The Orphanage). Not bad for an already done style movie.

I think that I'll watch the machine girl tomorrow, which is supposed to be an ace cult japanese movie. Can't wait.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 14:50:49
I’m patiently waiting for the Lost Boys 2 which is bound to bad in a terrible way.

I’m supposed to see Indiana Jones this week although it’s mixed reports from everyone at the moment and this bout of manfluenza doesn’t make trip to a draughty old cinema that appealing.

Last film I saw was Field of Dreams on Sunday on ITV largely down to my laziness to either go to bed or change the channel.  One of those slightly sickly Yankie films that has a bit of a random charm about it that makes it worth watching and James Earl Jones is a top notch addition.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: pauld on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 14:56:31
Watched Clash of the Titans with the kids at the weekend when they showed it on five. All three of us absolutely gripped from start to finish and the kids have had it on two of the three evenings since. Now that's a classic! Just can't beat it for a bit of the old Kraken, two-headed dog and bird with snakes for hair action.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 17:04:55
when's blade trinity on? might watch that for some mindless violence / vampire slying action.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 17:06:09
Last night I watched Rescue Dawn, which is good, and National Treasure - Book of Secrets, which isn't.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Chubbs on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 17:25:36
tartan asia films are my fave
battle royale
gozu
hard boiled
sympathy for mr venagnce
tale of two sisters
versus
internal affairs trilogy
save the green planet
visitor q

 to name a few


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 17:28:08
Battale Royale is another one I keep meaning to watch.

Oh is gozu the weird one with the giant cow licking the crime dudes face and stuff? I'd like to see that too.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC Village on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 20:20:17
The new Indy was very meh, story was fucking messy. Although i'm not a very big Indy fan anyway.

Ironman was bloody good though


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 21:02:43
I wanna see that lots.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: DV on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 22:36:28
Due to my not sleeping well at all. I think I'll watch a film before I go to bed...

which one? my dvd collection isnt very varied. I have Air Force One, Da Vinic Code.....then anything from Star Wars, Rocky or James Bond

 :|


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 22:41:00
If you don't mind watching on your computer then watch threads. You can stream it super fast over google video...

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-2023790698427111488&q=threads

It's brilliantly bleak, as well as entertaining in the way in depicts a slice of britain which seems old fashioned now. Even if it was only 25 years ago.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 23:07:31
Talking of Wesley Snipes and cheesy action films...Demolition Man has to be mentioned.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: reeves4england on Thursday, June 5, 2008, 00:26:15
Quote from: "flammableBen"
Battale Royale is another one I keep meaning to watch.

Oh is gozu the weird one with the giant cow licking the crime dudes face and stuff? I'd like to see that too.


Battle Royale! What a film!! Might have to get myself that one sometime, not seen it for ages


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Thursday, June 5, 2008, 06:29:17
Quote from: "reeves4england"
Quote from: "flammableBen"
Battale Royale is another one I keep meaning to watch.

Oh is gozu the weird one with the giant cow licking the crime dudes face and stuff? I'd like to see that too.


Battle Royale! What a film!! Might have to get myself that one sometime, not seen it for ages


on no account watch battle royale 2


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Gelbfüßler on Thursday, June 5, 2008, 19:13:52
I thought the first bit (the beach bit) of Battle Royale 2 was quality.

Other than that - gash.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Thursday, June 5, 2008, 19:26:38
I have Cloverfield and No Country For Old Men to choose between tonight. Think I'm leaning towards Cloverfield.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Chubbs on Thursday, June 5, 2008, 19:34:20
not seen cloverfeild but no country for old men is ace,


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Thursday, June 5, 2008, 20:02:27
The first half of No country for old men is ace. But both times I've tried to watch it I've got distracted half way through.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC4LIFE on Saturday, June 7, 2008, 13:08:46
I watched Sex and The City the other day  :oops:
It was quite good  :oops:


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Saturday, June 7, 2008, 13:27:50
Quote from: "STFC4LIFE"
I watched Sex and The City the other day  :oops:
It was quite good  :oops:


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Watched Cloverfield in the end. I quite enjoyed it, very short though.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC4LIFE on Saturday, June 7, 2008, 15:55:23
Quote from: "ibelieveinmrreeves"
Quote from: "STFC4LIFE"
I watched Sex and The City the other day  :oops:
It was quite good  :oops:


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Watched Cloverfield in the end. I quite enjoyed it, very short though.

Haha, that's ace, I want it to be my avatar. Ben?
What's Cloverfield?


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: pumbaa on Saturday, June 7, 2008, 16:14:30
Quote from: "STFC4LIFE"
What's Cloverfield?


Its the field that the cows who produce the milk for Clover graze in, silly......


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC4LIFE on Sunday, June 8, 2008, 21:33:28
Quote from: "pumbaa"
Quote from: "STFC4LIFE"
What's Cloverfield?


Its the field that the cows who produce the milk for Clover graze in, silly......

That's the one.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Sunday, June 8, 2008, 21:35:10
i wathed 300 the other day.fuck me what a waste of nearly 2 hours that was.shit!


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, June 8, 2008, 21:53:00
I enjoyed 300. Twice.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, June 8, 2008, 21:55:52
I watched that Cloverfield - twas much, much better than I thought it would be.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC4LIFE on Sunday, June 8, 2008, 21:56:40
Is it the film on a hand held camera?


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Sunday, June 8, 2008, 21:58:03
Quote from: "STFC4LIFE"
Is it the film on a hand held camera?


no thats the one i made with your mum :twisted:  :wink:


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC4LIFE on Sunday, June 8, 2008, 21:59:03
-------------------- (Line)
Arriba.
 :D


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Sunday, June 8, 2008, 21:59:39
all in jest good chap.give her my regards


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC4LIFE on Sunday, June 8, 2008, 22:00:14
I know, I know.
 :D

Is it that film though? :)


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, June 8, 2008, 22:10:18
I watched both St Trinian's and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street last night. Both a bit mediocre. St Trinian's lacked any sort of development in the characters, was all a bit one dimensional. Might have been ok if the plot had something about it. It had a few funny moments early on, but the laughs dried up massively towards the end.

Sweeney Todd was better, but seemed to stall about halfway through. After they'd come up with their barber and pie shop super combo, they seemed to do fuck all but sing about it for half an hour plus. It was a bit of a three act affair. Act 1 - Good. Act 2 - Boring. Act 3 - ok, although after the repetition of act 2, a bit obvious.

meh.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, June 8, 2008, 22:15:12
St Trinians was shit. I regretted agreeing to watch that.

I was supposed to watch Sweeney Todd around the same time but managed to get out of that one.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Sunday, June 8, 2008, 22:16:12
i watched the godfather trilogy last week for the first time.how i let those films pass me by until now is ridiculous.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Sunday, June 8, 2008, 22:17:21
A guy I work with is fucking obsessed with that pile of wank, Sweeney Todd. I didn't hate it that much after watching it, however his continued mental masturbation over it every five minutes grates somewhat.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Sunday, June 8, 2008, 22:20:11
cloverfield is ace, 300 is fucking ace, dead mans shoes i thoroughly reccommend, proper good.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, June 8, 2008, 22:23:19
Quote from: "ibelieveinmrreeves"
A guy I work with is fucking obsessed with that pile of wank, Sweeney Todd. I didn't hate it that much after watching it, however his continued mental masturbation over it every five minutes grates somewhat.


One thing I'll say for Sweeney Todd is that the cast were pretty top. I get a bit bored of the wankery over Depp, but he was good in it. It just seemed to lose it's flow after a while, before clumsily rushing through the end.

Didn't the BBC do an adaptation of it with Ray Winstone? Obviously non-musical (I think). I'm not sure if I dreamt it, but I'm fairly sure I remember catching it and thinking it was ace. Might have been in two parts. Possibly around Christmas time, a few years back?

Ray Winstone is ace anyway.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Lumps on Monday, June 9, 2008, 08:13:08
Quote from: "flammableBen"
Quote from: "ibelieveinmrreeves"
A guy I work with is fucking obsessed with that pile of wank, Sweeney Todd. I didn't hate it that much after watching it, however his continued mental masturbation over it every five minutes grates somewhat.


One thing I'll say for Sweeney Todd is that the cast were pretty top. I get a bit bored of the wankery over Depp, but he was good in it. It just seemed to lose it's flow after a while, before clumsily rushing through the end.

Didn't the BBC do an adaptation of it with Ray Winstone? Obviously non-musical (I think). I'm not sure if I dreamt it, but I'm fairly sure I remember catching it and thinking it was ace. Might have been in two parts. Possibly around Christmas time, a few years back?

Ray Winstone is ace anyway.


Yes, a single (90 minute?) drama. They repeated it on BBC 2 about a week and a half ago.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, June 9, 2008, 08:40:19
Oh gay. I would have liked to have seen it again.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, June 9, 2008, 10:46:52
Quote from: "flammableBen"
Quote from: "ibelieveinmrreeves"
A guy I work with is fucking obsessed with that pile of wank, Sweeney Todd. I didn't hate it that much after watching it, however his continued mental masturbation over it every five minutes grates somewhat.

Didn't the BBC do an adaptation of it with Ray Winstone?
yep it was on last week.

I watched Jackass 2 and a scandanavian one called 'The bothersome man' the other day. Jackass did exactly what it says on the tin, and the second one was good too.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Monday, June 9, 2008, 16:48:20
I have 'The Bank Job' and 'The Savages' to watch in the next few days, looking forward to those. Anyone seen either?


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC4LIFE on Monday, June 9, 2008, 17:15:50
The Bank Job is ace Ian, I liked it alot.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, June 9, 2008, 17:37:18
Quote from: "STFC4LIFE"
Is it the film on a hand held camera?


Yes, yes it is - despite the wanky-cam it's good - not as amateur looking as Blair Witch.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC4LIFE on Monday, June 9, 2008, 17:38:14
I didn't like it because of that reason.  :(


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Monday, June 9, 2008, 18:15:29
Finally saw Run Fatboy Run with Simone Peg yesterday.  Pretty much your above average Brit comedy fare with a couple of funny moments but it did drag in places.

Looking forward to the Happening with Walberg opening the States this month.  Looks like a good bet.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, June 9, 2008, 18:21:40
Not really a film as such but I've been watching the century of the self whilst playing tetris this evening. I already feel about 100times cleverer. I think that Adam Curtis is some sort of x-man who's voice has the magical power of brain expansion.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, June 9, 2008, 22:38:55
Quote from: "Dazzza"
Finally saw Run Fatboy Run with Simone Peg yesterday.  Pretty much your above average Brit comedy fare with a couple of funny moments but it did drag in places.



I thought that was a waste of money.

With all these rubbish films I went to see at the cinema, it's little wonder I stopped going and started playing football, despite it being Orange Wednesday 2-for-1 and getting dicked every game in the league (we're a cup team I promise).


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: land_of_bo on Tuesday, June 10, 2008, 07:34:45
Quote from: "Si Pie"
With all these rubbish films I went to see at the cinema, it's little wonder I stopped going and started playing football, despite it being Orange Wednesday 2-for-1 and getting dicked every game in the league (we're a cup team I promise).


You never recovered from the friendly against us before you joined the league then  :D

Are you guys up for a rematch?


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, June 10, 2008, 10:04:20
Quote from: "land_of_bo"
Quote from: "Si Pie"
With all these rubbish films I went to see at the cinema, it's little wonder I stopped going and started playing football, despite it being Orange Wednesday 2-for-1 and getting dicked every game in the league (we're a cup team I promise).


You never recovered from the friendly against us before you joined the league then  :D

Are you guys up for a rematch?


I emailed back Simon but he seems adament about playing on a Wednesday. The league is on Wednesday so we can't do that day (well not until the league is over in 6 or 7 weeks time).

We're all up for it if it was on another day though.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: land_of_bo on Tuesday, June 10, 2008, 12:17:32
Quote from: "Si Pie"
Quote from: "land_of_bo"
Quote from: "Si Pie"
With all these rubbish films I went to see at the cinema, it's little wonder I stopped going and started playing football, despite it being Orange Wednesday 2-for-1 and getting dicked every game in the league (we're a cup team I promise).


You never recovered from the friendly against us before you joined the league then  :D

Are you guys up for a rematch?


I emailed back Simon but he seems adament about playing on a Wednesday. The league is on Wednesday so we can't do that day (well not until the league is over in 6 or 7 weeks time).

We're all up for it if it was on another day though.


I'll speak to him. We play other games on a Thursday so don't know what he's fucking about at.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Northern Red on Tuesday, June 10, 2008, 12:52:04
Quote from: "Dazzza"
Finally saw Run Fatboy Run with Simone Peg yesterday.  Pretty much your above average Brit comedy fare with a couple of funny moments but it did drag in places.

Pegg's no good without his sidekick

Hot Fuzz was better
And Shaun of the Dead was better again


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, June 10, 2008, 12:55:57
Quote from: "Northern Red"
Quote from: "Dazzza"
Finally saw Run Fatboy Run with Simone Peg yesterday.  Pretty much your above average Brit comedy fare with a couple of funny moments but it did drag in places.

Pegg's no good without his sidekick

Hot Fuzz was better
And Shaun of the Dead was better again


It was the wrtiting which made it worse, not the lack Nick Frost in the film.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Tuesday, June 10, 2008, 12:58:53
Quote from: "Northern Red"
Quote from: "Dazzza"
Finally saw Run Fatboy Run with Simone Peg yesterday.  Pretty much your above average Brit comedy fare with a couple of funny moments but it did drag in places.

Pegg's no good without his sidekick

Hot Fuzz was better
And Shaun of the Dead was better again


I'm not sure Simon Pegg is capable of ace stuff with out Edgar Wright writing with him and directing.  Run Fatboy run wasn't terrible though. Just pretty average.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Tuesday, June 10, 2008, 13:00:11
Oops quoted wrong thing. But yeah si pie. Pegg had a fair bit of writing input into run fayboy, just shows he needs Edgar Wright.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: tans on Tuesday, June 10, 2008, 13:11:54
Jackass 2 is shite.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Tuesday, June 10, 2008, 14:29:13
well it amused me, perhaps because i hadn't seen anything like that for ages and was lean as a runnerbean


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Tuesday, June 10, 2008, 15:06:41
i enjoyed jackass 2.you know the sort of thing you will get, and it delivers it.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Tuesday, June 10, 2008, 15:38:20
accrington stanley


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Tuesday, June 10, 2008, 16:17:24
Jackass 2 is nowhere near as good as jackass 1. Although I still derived much pleasure from watching them cause so much physical pain upon themselves.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 18:35:10
I have just proved my genius for telling myself to get Jacobs Ladder downloaded. Can't wait to watch it again.

Also I started to watch 2001-space odyssey today, but my viewing was cut short by my spawn wanting to watch spongebob square pants  :evil:

2001  seemed rather arty-farty for my liking, and quite dated although I liked clockwork orange. Is it worth me continuing with 2001?


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 18:37:06
this week i watched.
the negotiator, which i liked.
the siege, which was average at best.
and sin city, which was a pile of stinking horse shit.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 18:44:16
Quote from: "arriba"
this week i watched.
the negotiator, which i liked.
the siege, which was average at best.
and sin city, which was a pile of stinking horse shit.


The Siege (if we're talking about the Denzel Washington film) got absolutely slated when it came out for being unrealistic - but after 9/11 the film got popular for it's links to what the movie was trying to say.

But you're right, it is an average film.

I didn't get caught up in the Sin City hype either - I thought it was okay but not as amazing as people tell me.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 18:59:55
Is the negotiator any good?

And to bump my 2001 space odyessy question... Is it worth perservering with?


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 19:52:00
I've rewatched The Party, seen Into the Wild which was superb and Rambo last night which wasn't bad, but a bit short. Have Eastern Promises tonight but cant remember what its about.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: lebowski on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 19:54:00
I have Zodiac to watch tonight but am ever so slightly intimidated by it's nigh-on-3hour running time.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 20:04:49
Quote from: "lebowski"
I have Zodiac to watch tonight but am ever so slightly intimidated by it's nigh-on-3hour running time.


I enjoyed it when I saw at the cinema - they could have trimmed it down - but it's not tough going.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 20:06:48
Oh, I forgot. I watched Dumb and Dumber earlier, how I forgot how good that movie is I don't know.

I also have downloads coming from my own dedicated "British comedies for Bangkok Red" thread.  :D


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 20:12:03
Quote from: "BANGKOK RED"
Is the negotiator any good?

And to bump my 2001 space odyessy question... Is it worth perservering with?


predictable and by no means a classic.but it's a decent watch.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 20:16:42
I've got monday off and have bought a box set for £6 today with Terminator, Commando, and Predator, that should do nicely.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: lebowski on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 20:22:45
Predator trivia: Jesse Ventura was delighted to find out from the wardrobe department that his arms were 1" bigger than Arnold Schwarzenegger's. He suggested to Schwarzenegger that they measure arms, with the winner getting a bottle of champagne. Ventura lost because Schwarzenegger had told the wardrobe department to tell Ventura that his arms were bigger.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093773/trivia


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 20:59:48
Quote from: "suttonred"
I've got monday off and have bought a box set for £6 today with Terminator, Commando, and Predator, that should do nicely.

where? i want!


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 21:04:51
Quote from: "arriba"
Quote from: "suttonred"
I've got monday off and have bought a box set for £6 today with Terminator, Commando, and Predator, that should do nicely.

where? i want!


HMV has a Schwarzenegger trio boxset on offer... Not sure if it's that one... Working for HMV and being in charge on DVD's I really should know. Meh.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 21:06:33
seen all three movies numerous times.but terminator and predator are up their in my all time favs, so for that price i'll buy.got them on video but not dvd


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 21:17:52
Quote from: "arriba"
this week i watched.
the negotiator, which i liked.
the siege, which was average at best.
and sin city, which was a pile of stinking horse shit.


you should write for total film.

Quote from: "lebowski"
I have Zodiac to watch tonight but am ever so slightly intimidated by it's nigh-on-3hour running time.


i was put off by it's running time as well, though i found it engrossing enough that i didn't get impatient. nicely paced.

i just re-watched no country for old men, it really is a truly masterful piece of cinema. my parents weren't impressed with the ending though...

bought a few films this week:

- no country for old men
- walk the line
- the lives of others
- goodbye bafana
- the last king of scotland
- inland empire


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 21:28:42
Why do so many people have a gripe with the conclusion of No Country For Old Men? When leaving the cinema I heard more than few people complaining about it.

I for one was disappointed there wasn't a Michael Bay explosion that kills the entire cast while the farmer from the movie "Babe" enters clutching a machine gun and chomping a cigar - he then declares "that'll do Pig, that'll do".

Hmmm it's so absurd it might just work.

Dear Universal Studios....

 :scribe:


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 21:30:31
it's subtle. people don't like subtlely as an ending, they want closure.

personally i think the ending makes perfect sense, although it took a little while for it to sink in.

i like your ending though.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 21:35:57
Quote from: "sonic youth"
it's subtle. people don't like subtlely as an ending, they want closure.

personally i think the ending makes perfect sense, although it took a little while for it to sink in.


It was a brilliant - it was true to the book.

There Will Be Blood is out of Montag - which I enjoyed, it was a bit of a slog to begin with but it was a brilliant film.

Recent film I loved was the Spanish film The Orphange. It was just amazing.

http://thevoidmovies.files.wordpress.com/2008/03/orphanage.jpg


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Saturday, July 5, 2008, 23:38:10
i watched 'The Cleaner' tonite, with samuel l jackson, eva mendez (swoon!) and ed harris. quite good, the usual film twist at the end which i'd guessed anyways, but i enjoyed it.

and then just watched 'reign of fire' on bbc1. seen it before, dont quite know why i watched it again, but i like dragons :P


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Sunday, July 6, 2008, 06:37:31
Quote from: "arriba"
Quote from: "suttonred"
I've got monday off and have bought a box set for £6 today with Terminator, Commando, and Predator, that should do nicely.

where? i want!
Got it in Morrisons, also got an 80's one with Ferris Bueller, and planes, trains and automobiles + two others for the same price.


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Sunday, July 6, 2008, 09:48:52
Quote from: "suttonred"
Quote from: "arriba"
Quote from: "suttonred"
I've got monday off and have bought a box set for £6 today with Terminator, Commando, and Predator, that should do nicely.

where? i want!
Got it in Morrisons, also got an 80's one with Ferris Bueller, and planes, trains and automobiles + two others for the same price.


cheers.i'll take a look when in the area


Title: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Sunday, July 6, 2008, 11:54:30
Last night I watched I Could Never Be Your Woman (my missus' choice) which was pretty shit.

Then I watched Jumper which was pretty cool.

Tonight I have No Country For Old Men.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Lumps on Thursday, July 10, 2008, 17:41:18
Tonight I have No Country For Old Men.

Now thats a film


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Thursday, July 10, 2008, 18:14:14
Last night I watched 3.10 to Yuma, which I thoroughly enjoyed.

Tonight I will be at the pub..........


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Thursday, July 10, 2008, 19:05:48
Saw Collateral last night on Film 4 and thought it was a class act from Micchael Mann.

Loved the moment when the Coyotes/Wolves cross the road and everything just stops and Max snaps out of his trance and the  final look on Vincent's much at the end when he realises whet he's done.

Not normally one for Cruise the bum surfer's films but he wasn't bad in that at all.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, July 10, 2008, 19:17:28
I just watched Envy with Ben Stiller, jack Black and Christopher Walken. Not a good film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, July 10, 2008, 19:23:09
A spray that vaporises dog shit - you have to wonder what substances were being used at the time of writing the "comedy" don't you!

I watched Envy during a phase in my life when I decided that watching as many critically panned movies would be fun (I worked for Blockbuster at the time so at least watched them for free - but no excuses!)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, July 10, 2008, 19:37:12
A spray that vaporises dog shit - you have to wonder what substances were being used at the time of writing the "comedy" don't you!

I watched Envy during a phase in my life when I decided that watching as many critically panned movies would be fun (I worked for Blockbuster at the time so at least watched them for free - but no excuses!)

mildly amusing in a couple of parts but generally quite shit.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Friday, July 11, 2008, 13:57:00
anyone seen Teeth yet?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, July 11, 2008, 14:01:48
isnt that about a minnie with teeth???


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Friday, July 11, 2008, 14:09:56
yes, vagina dentata.

it sounds absolutely terrible but i've read some interesting reviews


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, July 11, 2008, 14:16:23
so its a minnie with teeth that kills people??? wow that sounds like an ace film - we are supposed to be seeing Hancock tonight but I want to see this instead


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Friday, July 11, 2008, 15:20:46
Teeth sounds grim,but has to be said mildly amusing.Not sure if i could cope with seeing it though.

Got Notes on a scandal from the library to watch,enjoyed the book and Judi Dench and Cate Blanchett are in it so expecting good things.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, July 11, 2008, 15:32:34
Teeth sounds grim,but has to be said mildly amusing.Not sure if i could cope with seeing it though.

Got Notes on a scandal from the library to watch,enjoyed the book and Judi Dench and Cate Blanchett are in it so expecting good things.

Spare a thought for poor old Andrew Simpson, the young lad who had to film all of those takes of getting it on with Cate Blanchett!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Friday, July 11, 2008, 15:35:03
Teeth is ok, certainly original. It's not gruesome though as you don't see some sabre toothed Minnie frothing at the mouth chomping away on its victims.

There is no Minnie action at all actually. Booo.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: strooood on Friday, July 11, 2008, 16:44:31
i saw control last night, the one about ian curtis.

kindve weird, obviously tragic, not enough music and a slightly short life to warrant such a biographical film- of course that's what really makes the tragedy though.

would recommend it though to anyone with a slight interest in JD/post-punk, but watch with an open mind.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Friday, July 11, 2008, 18:20:29
I've also enjoyed control. I found it very poignant as to how something such as epilepsy can affect somebody's life. It made me think of our Fred, and others.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Saturday, July 12, 2008, 12:02:43
Harold & Kumar escape from Guantanamo bay =  8)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Saturday, July 12, 2008, 22:05:20
Just watched national treasure 2, hokum but enjoayable.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Saturday, July 12, 2008, 22:13:44
Finally got round to watching Hot Fuzz tonight. It wasn't as amusing as I thought it would be, but it was quite entertaining all the same.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Saturday, July 12, 2008, 23:39:36
Finally got round to watching Hot Fuzz tonight. It wasn't as amusing as I thought it would be, but it was quite entertaining all the same.

fuck off, it's ace.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, July 13, 2008, 10:23:37
I didn't say it wasn't good, just that it wasn't as funny as I thought it would be.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Sunday, July 13, 2008, 10:47:37
i bought Eastern Promises and American Gangster on thursday, havent watched em yet but i'm hoping to soon. woop.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, July 13, 2008, 19:15:28
I didn't say it wasn't good, just that it wasn't as funny as I thought it would be.


I agree with Si, it's not as amazing as some say - but it's an entertaining watch all the same.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, July 14, 2008, 12:00:29
watched No Country For Old Men t'other day. Was good but I was expecting something really original. I liked the dialogue ("Friend-o") and main character.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: yeo on Monday, July 14, 2008, 12:04:16
I got round to watching Cloverfield yesterday.It was better than I thought it would be.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, July 14, 2008, 12:29:49
I watched Hancock Friday night - alot of people I know told me it was rubbish but I thought it was OK - not at all like I expected

Pity about all the 14 year chavs in the cinema talking and playing with there mobiles - a stern "shut the fuck up" from my other half seemed to work though!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Monday, July 14, 2008, 12:32:52
Pity about all the 14 year chavs in the cinema talking and playing with there mobiles - a stern "shut the fuck up" from my other half seemed to work though!

I find throwing Giant Smarties at them works as well.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sippo on Monday, July 14, 2008, 12:37:27
I watched Top Gun last night.  8)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, July 14, 2008, 12:38:19
I watched Top Gun last night.  8)

Me too!!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Monday, July 14, 2008, 12:49:01
Top Gun is one of my favourite films ever, I meant to Sky+ it last night but it didn't record :(


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Monday, July 14, 2008, 13:07:05
watched No Country For Old Men t'other day. Was good but I was expecting something really original. I liked the dialogue ("Friend-o") and main character.
how is it not original?

not having a go just curious


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: janaage on Monday, July 14, 2008, 13:47:51
I watched Good luck Chuck, it was, erm, okay.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Tuesday, July 15, 2008, 11:57:58
how is it not original?

not having a go just curious
it was original. but i was expecting something completely different. in its defence i'd heard far too much hype by the time i saw it, was bound to disappoint.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Tuesday, July 15, 2008, 18:24:01
I watched "The Lives of Others" earlier. Good film, really enjoyed it.

Before you all rush out to rent it on my say-so, it is in German so you will be reading sub-titles, but don't let that put you off.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, July 15, 2008, 19:45:03
I watched "The Lives of Others" earlier. Good film, really enjoyed it.

Before you all rush out to rent it on my say-so, it is in German so you will be reading sub-titles, but don't let that put you off.

true, tis good. I find after 20 minutes I don't realise the subtitles and sort of subconsciously read them.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, July 15, 2008, 19:47:50
true, tis good. I find after 20 minutes I don't realise the subtitles and sort of subconsciously read them.

I'm pretty much the same. I saw The Counterfeiters recently - that was a pretty good film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Tuesday, July 15, 2008, 19:49:05
I'm also the same with subtitles. Even if I'm drunk. Although if I am drunk it will still often put me off watching a subtitled film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, July 15, 2008, 19:52:29
I'm pretty much the same. I saw The Counterfeiters recently - that was a pretty good film.

I'm sure I've seen that but really can't remember it. I just watched In the valley of Elah, kinda portrays the impact of iraq on american squaddies. Not a bad film, and TL Jones is a fairly reliable actor, as is Charlize Theron, but couldn't help feel something was missing from it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, July 15, 2008, 19:52:54
just remembered the counterfeiters, yes - good film


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 12:39:32
best ever on-screen brawl:

MEAN STREETS

amazing.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 13:25:16
Just watched Hancock - meh... Worth the £2 I paid, twas harmless summer movie entertainment but not alot more.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 13:34:46
i'm working my way through various members of my familys dvd collections.
watched "catch me if you can" last night and thought it was exellent
got i robot for this evenings viewing


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 13:42:22
Catch me if you can is a blinder IMO. Christopher Walken has a habit of turning up in good films. True story as well.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: strooood on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:14:46
finally watched kite runner after reading the book about two months ago,

quality book and the film matched it, left a few bits out here and there but generally well impressed.

you should watch it soon.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:16:09
Catch me if you can is a blinder IMO. Christopher Walken has a habit of turning up in good films. True story as well.

If Christopher Walken is in a film i will automatically get it. no questions asked.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:16:43
and I've got the second Futurama film to watch tonight - The beast with a billion backs. hope it's good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: land_of_bo on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:18:10
Catch me if you can is a blinder IMO. Christopher Walken has a habit of turning up in good films. True story as well.

I concur. Do you concur?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:18:17
If Christopher Walken is in a film i will automatically get it. no questions asked.

Even Balls of Fury?

http://www.mtv.com/movies/photos/b/balls_of_fury_070129/01.jpg


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:23:22
even balls of fury, I only rented it because he lent it some kudos. not exactly a classic, I'll grant you.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:24:56
and I've got the second Futurama film to watch tonight - The beast with a billion backs. hope it's good.

I preferred the first one. But lots of people who didn't like the first one said they really like the second one. So errr.. yeah.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:25:30
even balls of fury, I only rented it because he lent it some kudos. not exactly a classic, I'll grant you.

A tip of the cap to you Axs!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:26:23
my favourite walken cameo (ignore the dodgy pun) was in True Romance - now thats class.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:27:17
I preferred the first one. But lots of people who didn't like the first one said they really like the second one. So errr.. yeah.

The first Futurama movie was way better than the second - we need more Zapp Brannigan though! Have you watched the maths lesson in the bonus material on the first film DVD? Those are some intellectual people!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:29:30
The first Futurama movie was way better than the second - we need more Zapp Brannigan though! Have you watched the maths lesson in the bonus material on the first film DVD? Those are some intellectual people!

I missed that I think, mainly because I may have not had an 'official' copy of it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:31:22
I concur. Do you concur?

Erm, yes I think so Dr.

.....

"Why did I not concur"

Slightly off topic, C. Walken was outstanding in the Fat Boy Slim "Choose your weapon" thingy.

I quite enjoyed balls of fury, I likened Walken to the equivalent to the Goblin King (Bowie) from The Labyrinth.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:32:19
Erm, yes I think so Dr.

.....

"Why did I not concur"

Slightly off topic, C. Walken was outstanding in the Fat Boy Slim "Choose your weapon" thingy.

I quite enjoyed balls of fury, I likened Walken to the equivalent to the Goblin King (Bowie) from The Labyrinth.

Weapon of choice video - yes good shout BR. The man is class.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:32:40
my favourite walken cameo (ignore the dodgy pun) was in True Romance - now thats class.

One cannot argue with that.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:39:13
I missed that I think, mainly because I may have not had an 'official' copy of it.

It's called Bite My Shiny Metal X (you can get a torrent of mininova) - with the cast and writers in attendance it's a pretty heavy maths lecture by Dr. Sarah Greenwald. In a nutshell it discusses the mathematics in Futurama and solves hidden messages the writers put in the show etc...


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:40:59
was it fun to watch though?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:44:19
was it fun to watch though?

Errr - unless you're into maths then probably not! Then again I'm terrible at maths but enjoyed how excited they get and the bits and pieces they reveal. It's a nerd-fest.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 16:45:02
I may give it a miss.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 17:36:41
my favourite walken cameo (ignore the dodgy pun) was in True Romance - now thats class.

Yes very good. Walken is someone who needs to learn how to say "no" though, the number of shit films he's been in is quite absurd (Also see; Samuel L Jackson). And apparently he went through a phase of insisting on a dancing scene in any film he agreed to be in.

Incidentally I added 'The Counterfeiters' to my lovefilm list so I'll probably get to see that sometime around Christmas.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 17:42:40
Just watched The Kite Runner. Very good film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 18:02:56
Watched The Wicker Man the other day (Nicholas Cage version). Won't be doing that again. Cack.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 18:04:16
Watched The Wicker Man the other day (Nicholas Cage version). Won't be doing that again. Cack.

The best bit in the original was Britt Ecklands naked dance. What an arse she had!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 18:44:50
The best bit in the original was Britt Ecklands naked dance. What an arse she had!!

I have an idea that she had a bottom double.Sure she was going out with Rod Stewart at the time and he got pissy at the idea of his girlfriend dancing around in the buff.Strange that :D

It is an absolute classic film though,one of the best British movies ever i would have said.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 18:48:22

I have an idea that she had a bottom double.Sure she was going out with Rod Stewart at the time and he got pissy at the idea of his girlfriend dancing around in the buff.Strange that :D

It is an absolute classic film though,one of the best British movies ever i would have said.

Her voice was completely dubbed too. Bit of an odd casting that one.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 18:50:18
The Wicker man is ace. It makes me sad that Christopher Lee will probably die in a few years.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 18:54:26

I have an idea that she had a bottom double.Sure she was going out with Rod Stewart at the time and he got pissy at the idea of his girlfriend dancing around in the buff.Strange that :D

It is an absolute classic film though,one of the best British movies ever i would have said.

Another memory shattered..............


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 19:06:46
Tee hee,sorry Steve  ;D

You've still got Get Carter though,she was quite sexy in that wasn't she :-[


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 19:07:19
and I've got the second Futurama film to watch tonight - The beast with a billion backs. hope it's good.

I guess it was about the same in goodness as the first one, a little disappointing though. The trailer for the third looks bizarre which I count as a good thing.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Luci on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 19:19:17
I went to see Mamma Mia yesterday.  Most of you would probably hate it but I love musical stuff and thought it was good but incredibly cheesy at times.  Julie Walters is brilliant in it!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 19:20:25
hasn't it got Pierce Brosnan singing in it?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 19:20:48
Forget musicals - I can't stand Julie Walters.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Luci on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 19:21:26
hasn't it got Pierce Brosnan singing in it?

Yes he is totally dreadful!  But very cheesy


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 19:22:29
Brosnan was born cheesey, and his parents recognised this and named him appropriately.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 19:27:21
i watched anchorman again the other day. I had forgot how funny it was


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 19:37:04
Forget musicals - I can't stand Julie Walters.
Controversial ;) She is a national treasure for Acorn antiques if nothing else :)

I want to go and see Mamma mia,i love ABBA,they wrote some of the greatest pop songs ever.Might have to wait a while before i get round to see it though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Luci on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 19:39:55
Ive just downloaded the album  :D


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 19:45:26
Does it have Brosnan singing on it[puts fingers in ears and hums] ;)

To be fair to the bloke he can't sing or dance but he wanted to do it anyway cause he knew it would be fun,can't imagine a better reason for doing something myself!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Luci on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 19:50:27
Does it have Brosnan singing on it[puts fingers in ears and hums] ;)

To be fair to the bloke he can't sing or dance but he wanted to do it anyway cause he knew it would be fun,can't imagine a better reason for doing something myself!

yeah it does but its quite comical as hes given it a good shot!

As for the end of the film, the outfit hes wearing is comical, least he has a sense of humour!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 20:15:57
He doesn't wear flares does he?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Luci on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 20:20:40
He doesn't wear flares does he?

I couldn't possibly spoil it for you!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 21:49:17
i watched anchorman again the other day. I had forgot how funny it was

god yes


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 22:05:23
i watched 25th hour last night on bbc. bout a drug dealer sorting stuff out in the last day before he starts a 7-year stretch. weird. liked bits of it, bits were just strange tho. and ends on a typical 'will he/wont he, you decide' kinda thing. :S


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, July 20, 2008, 08:41:33
i watched 25th hour last night on bbc. bout a drug dealer sorting stuff out in the last day before he starts a 7-year stretch. weird. liked bits of it, bits were just strange tho. and ends on a typical 'will he/wont he, you decide' kinda thing. :S

Another hit or miss by Spike Lee. Ed Norton is pretty decent in it - but it gets just strange in places... Another good performance by Phillip Seymour Hoffman though.

In other news The Dark Knight has taken the number 1 spot from The Godfather on IMDb - can't remember many doing that - it'll be brief but it just adds to the hype.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Sunday, July 20, 2008, 09:09:15
Saw an aussie mockumentary/comedy called Kenny last night, he's a guy who installs toliets at festivals, very funny well worth a watch.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, July 20, 2008, 23:09:42
I watched BASEketball earlier. That film is great.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Sunday, July 20, 2008, 23:16:11
indeed baseketball is.

just watched batman begins on sky one, looking forward to the dark knight alot...

p.s wall.e is ACE. saw it saturday :D


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, July 21, 2008, 10:32:18
indeed baseketball is.

just watched batman begins on sky one, looking forward to the dark knight alot...

p.s wall.e is ACE. saw it saturday :D

I wanted to take my godsons to see WALL.E but they have already seen it on Pirate DVD
then my boss at the sports centre went off ruining it for me anyway by telling me the ending!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: donkey on Monday, July 21, 2008, 10:34:10
I wanted to take my godsons to see WALL.E but they have already seen it on Pirate DVD
then my boss at the sports centre went off ruining it for me anyway by telling me the ending!!

she's a man?  Or was that another film?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, July 21, 2008, 14:29:27
i watched Kes at the weekend. the football part cracks me up every time.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: LucienSanchez on Monday, July 21, 2008, 14:54:17
I watched Planet Terror at the weekend. I don't really know what to make of it... has anyone else seen it? Part of me thinks it was a brilliantly made film, another part thinks it was just a bit shite.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Monday, July 21, 2008, 15:31:58
I watched Planet Terror at the weekend. I don't really know what to make of it... has anyone else seen it? Part of me thinks it was a brilliantly made film, another part thinks it was just a bit shite.

It's not everyone's cup of tea' but to be honest it's a typical tarrantino film,he always offer's something different to other producer's.I love that film' i reckon it's great as the other part to it is aswell Death Proof.Different movie but it's part of a pack called Grindhouse if you aint seen Death Proof i would reccomend it if you like tarrantino.

It was aimed to create the atmosphere of the old grindhouse movies years ago that was shown at the drive in's   


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: janaage on Monday, July 21, 2008, 15:38:05
Saw an aussie mockumentary/comedy called Kenny last night, he's a guy who installs toliets at festivals, very funny well worth a watch.

My brother loves that film, I haven't got round to borrowing it yet though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, July 21, 2008, 15:47:28
I paid for it off Sky then turned if off half way through as it was BORING!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Monday, July 21, 2008, 15:47:54
I watched Planet Terror at the weekend. I don't really know what to make of it... has anyone else seen it? Part of me thinks it was a brilliantly made film, another part thinks it was just a bit shite.

I too am undecided. The popping of the spots thing was a tad gross.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: LucienSanchez on Monday, July 21, 2008, 15:51:23
It's not everyone's cup of tea' but to be honest it's a typical tarrantino film,he always offer's something different to other producer's.I love that film' i reckon it's great as the other part to it is aswell Death Proof.Different movie but it's part of a pack called Grindhouse if you aint seen Death Proof i would reccomend it if you like tarrantino.

It was aimed to create the atmosphere of the old grindhouse movies years ago that was shown at the drive in's  

Yeah, i'm looking to borrow Death Proof off the same mate who leant me Planet Terror... it's a good concept, and i like the way it is shot... but i think i need to watch it again, knowing what to expect.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Monday, July 21, 2008, 16:30:03
Death Proof is alright. A lot of talking in it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Monday, July 21, 2008, 16:47:25
tarantino is shit.

except reservoir dogs. that rocked.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:05:12
tarantino is shit.

except reservoir dogs. that rocked.

True romance?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:06:27
True romance?

Tony Scott directed TR though - Tarantino wrote it.

Pulp Fiction is a good film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:11:23
Tony Scott directed TR though - Tarantino wrote it.

Pulp Fiction is a good film.

Oh. But google tells me that he did write it though.

IMBD also tells me that he directed Kill Bill and the reservoir dogs.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:12:56
From Dusk Till Dawn


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:13:48
From Dusk Till Dawn

Is that the one he tries to act in and isn't that great? I've only seen it once so could be remembering wrong.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:14:38
From Dusk Till Dawn

Again written by the Tarantino - but wonderfully directed by Robert Rodriguez.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:15:10
Is that the one he tries to act in and isn't that great? I've only seen it once so could be remembering wrong.

Tarantino appears in films alot and is generally poor.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:19:36
Yeah but isn't he in Dusk till Dawn properly, as in more than a small part?

I'm not sure I've even watched Reservoir Dogs for a few years. Not sober anyway. I've got it kicking about somewhere I think. Certainly never gotten around to Kill Bill or whatever his strange new double film thing is.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:20:36
Yeah but isn't he in Dusk till Dawn properly, as in more than a small part?

Yes - he's Cloon-tang's beloved brother.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:24:12
Yeah but isn't he in Dusk till Dawn properly, as in more than a small part?

I'm not sure I've even watched Reservoir Dogs for a few years. Not sober anyway. I've got it kicking about somewhere I think. Certainly never gotten around to Kill Bill or whatever his strange new double film thing is.



Depends what you like Ben Kill Bill volumes one and two are another good set of films in my opinion.Another persons shit is another persons good its a matter of opinion.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:31:48
Ben. Kill Bill is god.

What I really want to know is who is that girl in Russ STFC's avatar.

Grooowwwlll.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:34:47
tarantino is possibly the most overrated director ever and somehow manages to get credited for films he didn't make.

i suppose an argument could be made that he's a good writer though


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:35:22
I'm not purposefully not watching kill bill, just never gotten around to it.

Too busy watching pretentious garbage like Neco z Alenky over and over again. Apart from it's not and it's ace.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:35:58
Tarantino is over-rated, that I do agree with you. But I do like Pulp Fiction... I thought Jackie Brown was somewhat UNDER-rated too.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:43:34
Ben. Kill Bill is god.

What I really want to know is who is that girl in Russ STFC's avatar.

Grooowwwlll.

Monica Bellucci


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:48:41
Has ANYBODY watched Free Jimmy yet? The one with the junkie elephant!

Oh, and Monica Belluci...........Grrrrrrr.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Monday, July 21, 2008, 17:55:42
I’ve always thought Tarantino films do what they say on the tin.  There not big or clever or necessarily original but he does manage to create very watchable B movie style schlock.

After Pulp Fiction he pretty much said now that he’s loaded he’s going to make the films that he wants to see, which to be fair he does it quite well.

Quite looking forward to his next effort Inglorious Bastards, which is a Great Escape style WWII effort.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, July 21, 2008, 19:33:16
I can't find Belucci attractive since being introduced to her in 'Irreversible'. Absolutely rank scene that, for some reason I re-watched it a couple of years after my first view - never, ever, again.

Kill Bill 2 was ace and pakaged the first up nicely.

I can never bring myself to watch films more than once, but Reservoir Dogs and Pulp Fiction were pretty shit hot from my limited viewing.

I like to hear Tarantino talk rather than watch his films, he's such a geek it's great. Dude watches 6 films a day, on a bad day.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: the goat on Monday, July 21, 2008, 19:49:22
we hate oxford


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Monday, July 21, 2008, 19:50:35
you can't diss someone with 50 times more posts.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, July 21, 2008, 19:54:41
we hate oxford

Oxford fan is more important member of this bored than most Swindon fans, even if he doesn't post as much as he used to. He brings balance to the force or something.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: the goat on Monday, July 21, 2008, 19:56:48
quantity never equals quality look at coldplay record sells


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Monday, July 21, 2008, 20:01:12
quantity never equals quality look at coldplay record sells

no need to get that technical, just look at my posts for a better example.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: the goat on Monday, July 21, 2008, 20:04:18
sorry should be sales too many beers anyway maher is not much kop


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, July 21, 2008, 20:05:51
The Orphanage was released today - (as mentioned already) I highly recommend it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Monday, July 21, 2008, 20:15:41
The Orphanage was released today - (as mentioned already) I highly recommend it.

Was that an english release or is it spanish with subs ?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, July 21, 2008, 20:16:36
Was that an english release or is it spanish with subs ?

It's subtitled.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Monday, July 21, 2008, 20:19:19
It's subtitled.

Ok thanks i thought so as it's a spanish film,I Thought they released an english version for a moment.

Still a good film tho.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Monday, July 21, 2008, 20:30:55
Produced by the fantastic Guillermo Del Torro of course.

He is confirmed to be directing The Hobbit and it's sequel. Very exciting.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, July 21, 2008, 21:26:59
I didn't see what all the fuss was about with the Orphanage, not that good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, July 21, 2008, 21:33:49
I didn't see what all the fuss was about with the Orphanage, not that good.

It seems that you don't like anything that is deemed acclaimed.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 19:16:32
Meanwhile - Golden Girl Estelle Getty died today... support actress to one of the most truly awful Hollywood ideas.

http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B0000VV5BM.01.LZZZZZZZ.jpg


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 11:45:57
I watched Terkel in Trouble (wiki (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terkel_in_trouble),imdb (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0386820/)) last night. It was good fun. Obviously going to get comparisons to South Park, but in reality it was more like a brightly coloured Disney film with dark subject matter. I enjoyed it, even if it took a while to get going and the pacing was a bit off at times. Fun twist at the end, although more in a "why" sort of a way than not expecting it to happen.

Worth a watch if you haven't got anything better to do. Some of the random musical numbers were fun.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 19:59:13
I just watched a film called Teeth,Really weird stuff it's about a chick who has teeth in her vagina so you can imagine what happends to a bloke when he gives her one,(Actually no you cant) very graphic scenes.


http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0780622/



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 20:18:14
I just watched a film called Teeth,Really weird stuff it's about a chick who has teeth in her vagina so you can imagine what happends to a bloke when he gives her one,(Actually no you cant) very graphic scenes.


http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0780622/


I think i might give that one a miss thanks, doesn't bear thinking about.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 20:22:19
I've heard of teeth. Mainly because just before/during its release it had a classic its/it's grammatical error on its promotional website.

Oh and because it's about a girl with teeth in her vagina.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 20:30:16
I think i might give that one a miss thanks, doesn't bear thinking about.

I was like that too when it invovles the crown jewels it's kind of spine shivering,the Damn mrs had a great big grin on her face when i was looking like you do, when you think of lorena bobbit story.

I had to watch it out of curiosity but i can safely say i wont be watching it again.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 20:44:07
Watching The Dark Knight on Friday morning... Not bothered by the hype - I've avoided as much as I can.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 20:44:46
i've heard genuinely good reviews of teeth.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 21:10:07
I am watching Eastern Promises.

Don't spoil the ending for me please.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 21:11:43
I am watching Eastern Promises.

Don't spoil the ending for me please.

It turns out that Darth Vader is Luke's dad - go figure.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 21:13:48
I am watching Eastern Promises.

Don't spoil the ending for me please.

tell me if it's any good, I'll rent it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 21:19:59
tell me if it's any good, I'll rent it.

It always sells pretty well at work so it must have a good word-of-mouth reputation as it didn't do amazingly on the big screen.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 21:20:28
It always sells pretty well at work so it must have a good word-of-mouth reputation as it didn't do amazingly on the big screen.

I'll put it on the list, might be good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 21:40:27
I am watching Eastern Promises.

Don't spoil the ending for me please.
  Ace film ........bar Viggo's cock!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Thursday, July 24, 2008, 12:18:23
It was good. Very enjoyable.

Watching them drink vodka all the time made me thirsty.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, July 24, 2008, 13:34:16
I want to see the new Batman film

even though Ive just embarressed myself at work

me: "Is Gotham City a real place"
James: No of course not its a made up place where Batman lives"
me: "But Im sure there is a song about it? by R Kelly or someone"
James "Oh my god you stupid cow its off the Batman and Robin soundtrack"

whoopsee  :-[


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Thursday, July 24, 2008, 13:44:34
So do you think that Timbuktu is a real place JFW?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Thursday, July 24, 2008, 13:46:08
Don't confuse the poor girl.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Thursday, July 24, 2008, 16:00:33
Bridge Over The River Kwai?

When I was in Thailand I thought they were trying to con me


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Thursday, July 24, 2008, 16:08:57
Bridge Over The River Kwai?

When I was in Thailand I thought they were trying to con me

They probably where in one way or another.

Anyway, has anybody watched lost boys 2 yet?

#1 was a classic but I the reviews I have found on #2 have not been that good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, July 25, 2008, 15:02:04
Just got back from watching the The Dark Knight.

Certainly a good film - Heath Ledger is deliciously evil, but is most certainly not meriting all these accolades he's been linked to for his portrayal of The Joker... He did a very good job, but he was a villian in a comic book movie - he did what was expected of him. I enjoyed the performance of Aaron Eckhart who does a good job as Harvey Dent.

It is 152 minutes of worthy watching - but it is no way the greatest film of all time, which the 115,000 good voters of IMDb believe.

http://blog.ugo.com/images/uploads/the-dark-knight-joker-imax.jpg


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, July 25, 2008, 15:05:21
Im going to see it later
cant wait


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Friday, July 25, 2008, 15:36:11
Iv'e just watched The Lost Boys 2.

Dissapointing to say the least.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, July 25, 2008, 16:11:56
Im going to see it later
cant wait

The franchise has come a long way since the two camp Joel Schumacher films.

and even further away from....

http://www.alternateversion.com/home/uploads/Comics/Batman_panel_-_Robin_what_have_I_done_to_you.jpg


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, July 25, 2008, 16:14:36
I think Ive only ever seen the one with cat women and I had to watch the one with batman and robin with a french exchange student


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Saturday, July 26, 2008, 11:01:06
i don't think people would be waxing lyrical to such an extent were it not for heath ledger's death. cynical perhaps and i haven't seen it yet but nevertheless...

i've only seen aaron eckhart in thank you for smoking and i thought he was brilliant in that.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Saturday, July 26, 2008, 11:32:34
i don't think people would be waxing lyrical to such an extent were it not for heath ledger's death. cynical perhaps and i haven't seen it yet but nevertheless...

i've only seen aaron eckhart in thank you for smoking and i thought he was brilliant in that.
I think it's more to do with Batman Begins being quite good and the films are going in a different direction, so the expectation is there. Similar to the new Bond film I think.

I didn't even know Heath Ledger was in it, most people I've spoken to seem to talk about Christian Bale as Batman.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Chubbs on Saturday, July 26, 2008, 12:35:25
I watched the ringer the other night.

still need to watch the fountain again

been a while since i last watched requiem for a dream,


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, July 26, 2008, 17:47:45
i don't think people would be waxing lyrical to such an extent were it not for heath ledger's death. cynical perhaps and i haven't seen it yet but nevertheless...

i've only seen aaron eckhart in thank you for smoking and i thought he was brilliant in that.

Not at all, you're right. As I said, Ledger did a very good job, he was what I expected a new look Joker to be like - but that was it, he was not out-of-this-world. The Academy Award talk is a little embarressing.

Aaron Eckhart is vastly under rated - He doesn't help himself with some of his career choices - such as The Core. Ew.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: tans on Saturday, July 26, 2008, 18:20:46
I watched Kids earlier. Twas a good film.

I think it may have been banned a few years back?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, July 26, 2008, 18:29:50
I watched Kids earlier. Twas a good film.

I think it may have been banned a few years back?

Yeah it was - probably due the accounts of the underage sex and the teenage lad in the film called "the Virgin Surgeon".

That's one of Rosario Dawson's first films (also Chloe Sevigny for that matter)

http://bp1.blogger.com/_ZHuBM57v13E/SA1IBkK0gNI/AAAAAAAACAo/OwmkA06WRS8/s400/Rosario_Dawson3.jpg


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Saturday, July 26, 2008, 20:13:36
Yeah it was - probably due the accounts of the underage sex and the teenage lad in the film called "the Virgin Surgeon".

That's one of Rosario Dawson's first films (also Chloe Sevigny for that matter)

http://bp1.blogger.com/_ZHuBM57v13E/SA1IBkK0gNI/AAAAAAAACAo/OwmkA06WRS8/s400/Rosario_Dawson3.jpg
   Is she the one from Clerks 2?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, July 26, 2008, 20:17:35
   Is she the one from Clerks 2?

Yeah she is.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Sunday, July 27, 2008, 09:33:54
Woof woof,  Watched Death Sentence last night, the plot has more holes than my socks, not very good if anyone's considering.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Sunday, July 27, 2008, 10:47:07
Hoping to watch a film called Smokin Aces today. No idea what it is about or if it is any cop.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: strooood on Sunday, July 27, 2008, 16:01:12
just got be kind rewind out.
gonna watch it later after muchos cider.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, July 28, 2008, 09:31:56
Thought Batman was AMAZING if a little long - couldnt get in till the 9:30pm showing as all the rest were full and didnt get home till 1am!!

Heather Ledger is SOOOOOO scary and fucked up as the joker - I am so in love with Christian Bale now too


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, July 28, 2008, 11:26:08
I saw Batman last night in Holloway. Great film. Long, but non-stop, fast paced storytelling.

Heath Ledger was superb as the joker. It's the little details which make a great performance and he'd nailed it - the creepy giggle, tongue thing, twitchy eyes. There's a real (short but) nice shot of him riding out the window of a taxi acting all crazy which typifies the character and actor.

I didn't think that much to Bale, especially his stupid gruff voice when playing Batman. He was alright though.

Eckhart was really good. A bit cheesy, but good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, July 28, 2008, 11:57:54


I didn't think that much to Bale, especially his stupid gruff voice when playing Batman. He was alright though.


ahahahaha - When my godson puts on his spiderman outfit he always has to talk in a silly gruff voice and when I ask him why he has to talk like that he just says "Cause my spiderman"
It remind me so much of Batmans silly voice


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: alanmayes on Monday, July 28, 2008, 13:16:25
The movie 'Cass' has it's premiere in Leicester Square tonight (Mon 28th July)

It's been well received so far and the reviews sound encouraging.

Cass Pennant was an infamous member of the West Ham ICF.

On his website there's a video clip,also a music intro when you enter the site,so beware!

http://www.casspennant.com/


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Thursday, July 31, 2008, 22:19:57
Just watched Teeth. It starts off well, but sort of loses the plot about halfway through when the story runs out of places to go. Enjoyable enough. I think I'm becoming desensitised as I didn't cringe once.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, July 31, 2008, 22:20:37
I read that as 'dentisised'.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Thursday, July 31, 2008, 22:58:13
Bit of classic Hellraiser last night on Zone Horror.  Looking a little tired now but one of my old favourites and one of the better horrors out there.

Have to have a gander at Teeth soon.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Friday, August 1, 2008, 17:58:27
Seeing as i've been left alone for the night it means i can watch Mean girls on film four  :) I've never seen it before but i quite liked Lohan before she went a bit mad.Also Tina Fey wrote it and i enjoyed 30 rock so worth a look i reckon.

I've never been able to sit through Hellraiser,its nasty.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, August 1, 2008, 18:00:46
Seeing as i've been left alone for the night it means i can watch Mean girls on film four  :) I've never seen it before but i quite liked Lohan before she went a bit mad.Also Tina Fey wrote it and i enjoyed 30 rock so worth a look i reckon.

I've never been able to sit through Hellraiser,its nasty.

I find Tina Fey very attractive - 30 Rock is very good too.

I watched Michael Collins earlier - those Irish do not like us. Bah!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Friday, August 1, 2008, 18:28:32
Mean Girls is quite a good film. Despite it's trashy candy exterior.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, August 1, 2008, 18:32:48
Mean Girls is quite a good film. Despite it's trashy candy exterior.

Agreed. Tina Fey did a good job adapting the story. All before Lohan went dolally.

Fact: The phrase "Gone doolally" comes from bored British soldiers stationed at the Deolali camp in India.

Meanwhile Lohan is doing doing better according to L.A's finest.

http://uk.imdb.com/news/ns0000002/#ni0341925

"Britney Spears, Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan attract and encourage the paparazzi by behaving badly, according to Los Angeles police chief William Bratton.

In an astonishing outburst on Thursday Bratton claimed photographers have calmed down since "Britney started wearing clothes (and) Lindsay Lohan has gone gay", referring to the actress' rumoured romance with DJ Samantha Ronson.

He said in an interview with local TV station Knbc-tv, "If the ones that attract the paparazzi behave in the first place, like we expect of anybody, that solves about 90 per cent of the problem. The rest we can deal with.

"If you notice, since Britney started wearing clothes and behaving; Paris is out of town not bothering anybody anymore, thank God, and evidently, Lindsay Lohan has gone gay, we don't seem to have much of an issue."

Bratton refused to appear at a Los Angeles City Hall meeting scheduled for the same day, attended by rocker John Mayer, to discuss ways to restrict aggressive paparazzi.

He insisted "we have sufficient laws on the books" to deal with the paparazzi."


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Saturday, August 2, 2008, 08:30:33
Mean Girls is quite a good film. Despite it's trashy candy exterior.

Agreed I love mean girls


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Saturday, August 2, 2008, 11:20:46
I quite like Lohan, before and after she went of the rails.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Saturday, August 2, 2008, 16:09:47
Got a question for anybody out there,thaught watching anything with Jennifer Anniston in would be pants but got to say Derailed was a good film and she was really good in it but the guy who played the Mr Nasty in it was superb,anyone know his name or if hes been in anything else because i missed the credits.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, August 2, 2008, 16:22:27
leefer the the nasty man in Derailed is Vincent Cassel.

I saw Derailed at the cinema when I was in the U.S. - entry was free because it was a promotion night for this radio station, observations from that evening...

1) Metal detectors at cinemas is odd.
2) Whacky radio DJ's and their slogans - just like the parodies in the cartoons - still exist, big time.

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Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Saturday, August 2, 2008, 16:44:50
Cheers Rich.....was a suprisingly good film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Saturday, August 2, 2008, 18:42:34
i bought Eastern Promises and American Gangster on thursday, havent watched em yet but i'm hoping to soon. woop.

Just watched this, thought it was really good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Saturday, August 2, 2008, 23:37:20
I watched 'Phoenix' which starred Ray Liotta. I thought it was a pointless film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Sunday, August 3, 2008, 09:28:16
Just watched this [American Gangster], thought it was really good.

I saw it recently too. It was enjoyable enough, although over-long in the middle and then strangely rushed in the last act. It was like a series of The Sopranos mixed with a series of The Wire, wrapped up inside 3 hours.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Sunday, August 3, 2008, 11:33:59
I watched Devils Rejects last night, man that's a random film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, August 3, 2008, 12:15:33
I just watched There will be blood, good film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, August 6, 2008, 21:10:58
For those who like westerns watched Seraphim Falls last night, very good, although slightly sappy end.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: strooood on Wednesday, August 6, 2008, 21:12:00
finally got round to watching superbad.


more like supergood, biggest collection of funny stuff i've ever seen.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Wednesday, August 6, 2008, 21:17:56
Watched 5 mins of Kenny,was programed as hilarious......was atrocious.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, August 6, 2008, 21:22:36
Watched 5 mins of Kenny,was programed as hilarious......was atrocious.
You need to give it 20  minutes or so, I very nearly turned it off, but glad i saw it through.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, August 7, 2008, 21:19:10
Watched Richard Attenborough's film Chaplin again earlier. I find the early history of U.S. cinema really interesting.

Really good film, Robert Downey Jr. is a damn fine actor... He "partied" far too hard for far too long to be a modern film great but I rate him.

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Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, August 7, 2008, 21:56:41
I just watched Brick Lane, not a bad film, but certainly not one for action junkies.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, August 8, 2008, 08:32:55
Is that a film about trying to sell people curry?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, August 8, 2008, 16:32:10
Is that a film about trying to sell people curry?

not quite, but it is about a British Asian family living in Brick Lane.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Friday, August 8, 2008, 16:42:14
Watched One Flew Over The Cuckos Nest again...never get tired of it.....Nicholson is brilliant in this.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Friday, September 5, 2008, 15:48:48
Home alone again tonight,got a bottle of white wine and a packet of Hob nobs and Sharara is on film four at 9.Sure it sucks but would have thought there will be plenty of unneeded shots of Matthew McConaughey's six pack.Also Lennie James is in it!

Blithe Spirit is on in 20 mintues too :) Sadly i'm waiting for a plumber to show up so not sure how much i'll get to see.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, September 5, 2008, 15:51:57
Sahara was poor.

In the last week I've seen Hellboy 2 (meh), Step-Brothers (Ok) and Get Smart (suprisingly enjoyable)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Boeta on Friday, September 5, 2008, 15:56:11
seen a few films recently

get smart - dreadful
step brothers - quite a few very funny bits
the wackness - very good


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, September 5, 2008, 15:59:05
I didn't mind Get Smart - maybe because I was expecting it to be horrific, it was too long though.

Step Brothers was better than Talladega Nights but still not as good as I hoped - I enjoyed it though.

Was going to see RocknRolla today - but it's pissing it down and I canny be bothered.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Friday, September 5, 2008, 16:00:43
As is said i'm sure it sucks,but i'm willing to give it ago  :)

Saw Goodnight and good luck,was alright,bit dull and worthy though.Thought the main actor was good.Also Secretary,which was very strange and effecting in ways i wouldn't describe for fear of putting people off their tea ;)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, September 5, 2008, 16:06:05
I loved Good Night & Good Luck when I saw it at the cinema - haven't seen it since... I liked Secretary too.

When the latter came out for rental I was working at Blockbuster - this person returned it complaining that it's described as a black comedy and it didn't make her laugh, that happened alot but the best bit was when she told me that she rented it to watch with someone who had just returned from hospital for self-harming.

I politely read out the description on the back which mentions that Maggie G's character was that way inclined.

Best tag line though - ASSUME THE POSITION.....

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Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Friday, September 5, 2008, 16:32:32
i quite liked get smart, as long as you dont take it too seriously, as its not intended to be!

step brothers was ace :D

nothing decent on at cineworld this week, boooo!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Friday, September 5, 2008, 17:30:55
Finally saw Super Bad the other night, which was worth an easy viewing Thursday butchers.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Friday, September 5, 2008, 17:57:15
I found Secretary to be a great film to watch with your special lady friend.

I have Eagle vs Shark and This Is England to watch.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Friday, September 5, 2008, 18:02:46
Both good films, i've got one called Rendition tonight, I think the missus has been at the lovefilm list as i've never heard of it!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Batch on Friday, September 5, 2008, 19:06:51
FB may like this one. There is the possibility of a Ghostbusters 3 coming to the silver screen

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/default.stm


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, September 5, 2008, 19:09:54
FB may like this one. There is the possibility of a Ghostbusters 3 coming to the silver screen

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/default.stm

To hell with FB, I'm elated :D - I love the U.S. Office too - so here's hoping... Saying that if they get them all on board Dan Ackroyd should contribute.

Best band name to emerge lately?

Dananananackroyd


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, September 5, 2008, 19:12:25
Step Brothers is hilarious.

It's true because it's funny.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Friday, September 5, 2008, 19:41:49
Film four signal is rubbish so have had to ditch my plans to watch Sharara  >:( Going to watch Midsomer Murders instead  :-[

I have just rewatched A bout do souffle though.Wish i was French and looked good in a Dior dress then maybe i wouldn't be left at home all alone at night.Oh well.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sippo on Sunday, September 7, 2008, 20:18:03
I'm watching braveheart on channel 4 now. Great film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, September 7, 2008, 20:24:18
I watched The Devil's Chair this weekend. A bit silly, with lines of narration lifted straight out of A Clockwork Orange. It never seems to decide how seriously it's taking itself. Good fun though.

Finally got round to watching Battle Royale, which is a pretty sexy film.

Watched something else to, but can't remember what.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Sunday, September 7, 2008, 20:57:40
watched a few films this weekend...

diary of the dead - heard it was poor, so was expecting little. i was pleasantly surprised and although romero's satire has become less subtle, the gore was stupendous.

scum - brutal.

all the boys love mandy lane - started terribly, got better once it got into teen slasher territory. descended into farce.

dark water - more of a psychological thriller than a horror at times but excellent nevertheless...


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Sunday, September 7, 2008, 21:00:19
As is said i'm sure it sucks,but i'm willing to give it ago  :)

Saw Goodnight and good luck,was alright,bit dull and worthy though.Thought the main actor was good.Also Secretary,which was very strange and effecting in ways i wouldn't describe for fear of putting people off their tea ;)

goodnight and good luck is fucking brilliant. so is secretary.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, September 7, 2008, 21:20:54

scum - brutal.


Have you watched The Firm? It was a bit of a let down for me at the time of watching, but on reflection I think the pointlessness of the violence is the point of the film, so whilst it wasn't terribly entertaining its message was quite poignant.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Stef Troll on Monday, September 8, 2008, 10:30:53
The saw films are a good watch.  The ending is saw 2 is very clever imo.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Monday, September 8, 2008, 11:06:42
Ghostbusters 3 in pre-pre-production with original cast although it's still unconfirmed as none of them speak to one another anymore.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Batch on Monday, September 8, 2008, 12:05:40
FB may like this one. There is the possibility of a Ghostbusters 3 coming to the silver screen

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/default.stm

Ghostbusters 3 in pre-pre-production with original cast although it's still unconfirmed as none of them speak to one another anymore.

Too slow. Way too slow. Not that it's a competition of course.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Monday, September 8, 2008, 16:44:04
"Where do these stairs go?"

"They go up"


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Monday, September 8, 2008, 16:54:56
Too slow. Way too slow. Not that it's a competition of course.

Hehheh sorry feeling a bit hungover yesterday!

Goonies 2 and Lost Boys 3 also rumoured.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Monday, September 8, 2008, 17:24:54
Finally got round to watching Zodiak,boring and the ending was pants....also odd moments of violence that just didnt go with the film.....on the plus side Die Hard 4.0 was suprisingly good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Monday, September 8, 2008, 18:01:30
Finally got round to watching Zoidiak,boring and the ending was pants....also odd moments of violence that just didnt go with the film.....on the plus side Die Hard 4.0 was suprisingly good.

I have watched the Zoidak, and to be honest I can remember nowt about it. Sums it up really.

Agree with you on Die Hard, I started watching it with the scepticism (sp) that one does when when watching a movie named (Insert movie) sequal # 2, #3, #4, ect. But I was pleasantly surprised.
 


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Monday, September 8, 2008, 18:49:25
Agreed Red....ive liked all the Die Hards.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, September 8, 2008, 22:11:57
I liked Zodiac, but it was too long.

Last night I re-watched Barton Fink, good film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Don Rogers Shop on Monday, September 8, 2008, 22:25:28
Got adulthood to watch this week. Watched kidulthood again sunday Its good to catch up with my urban roots.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 19:32:04
I'm watching Pineapple Express on Friday.

I reckon it's going to be a let down though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 19:41:15
I'm watching Pineapple Express on Friday.

I reckon it's going to be a let down though.

Yeah, I'm going Friday aswell... Looking more forward to Tropic Thunder but the proverbial buzz is that the Pineapple Express is better.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 19:45:42
tropic thunder looks AWESOME. looking forward to pineapple express too.



so, basically, what those two up there said. nothing more to add really. sorry.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 19:48:56
A blacked-up Robert Downey Jr. , what more could you ask for?

[url width=338 height=500]http://activenest.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/05/2385789169_78acd537d6.jpg[/url]


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 21:57:48
when is this out over here?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 07:15:33
Just signed up with Lovefilm and had my first DVD's through, Vantage Point and The Departed. I'll be giving them a watch tonight.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, September 12, 2008, 21:12:41
Pineapple Express wasn't as funny as expected. Good script, but a film like that needs to be a bit sillier in my opinion, or you need to be stoned when you watch it to reap the full comedy benefits.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Don Rogers Shop on Friday, September 12, 2008, 21:14:57
Drugs dont solve anything simon.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, September 12, 2008, 21:15:34
Pineapple Express wasn't as funny as expected. Good script, but a film like that needs to be a bit sillier in my opinion, or you need to be stoned when you watch it to reap the full comedy benefits.

I haven't been inspired by the trailers at all. Tropic Thunder this week though, fingers crossed it's good!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, September 12, 2008, 21:23:42
Drugs dont solve anything simon.

I was actually on about getting rocks thrown at you when you're watching it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC Village on Friday, September 12, 2008, 21:30:26
DVD for me tonight.... Flags of our Fathers, Apocalypto or American Psycho, none of which i've seen before... recommendations?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Don Rogers Shop on Friday, September 12, 2008, 21:32:32
Apocolypto is awful buddy. Imo anyway


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, September 12, 2008, 21:34:21
Christian Bale is great in American Psycho - he made it Hip to be Square that's for sure. It's a bit of "marmite" film though, people tend to love it or loathe it.

I acually liked Apocolypto unlike DRS - haven't seen Flags of our Fathers yet - but it's on my to watch list.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Friday, September 12, 2008, 21:39:55
I too thought Apocalypto was pretty good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Friday, September 12, 2008, 21:41:40
I'm upset that the Star Trek film release has been delayed until may next year. I want some new Spock action.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Friday, September 12, 2008, 22:04:34
i just watched army of darkness. woo!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, September 12, 2008, 22:06:16
i just watched army of darkness. woo!

Yeah I caught that too - Bravo wasn't it... it was definately a random channel I don't usually watch.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Friday, September 12, 2008, 22:09:28
yeah, was flicking through just as it started. never seen it before so was chuffed.

evil dead ii is still the best...if only for this scene

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qr4PcOQYFAw

p.s. who is the girl in your avatar?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, September 12, 2008, 22:12:08
yeah, was flicking through just as it started. never seen it before so was chuffed.

evil dead ii is still the best...if only for this scene

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qr4PcOQYFAw

p.s. who is the girl in your avatar?

The girl is Tina Fey of SNL and 30 Rock fame. Looks like a better Sarah Palin!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Friday, September 12, 2008, 22:23:31
I too thought Apocalypto was pretty good.
  Apocalypto Ace film. I've just watched be kind rewind, pretty crap.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Friday, September 12, 2008, 22:26:57
The girl is Tina Fey of SNL and 30 Rock fame.

i would. i swear there's a porn star of a similar name though


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Friday, September 12, 2008, 22:28:02
Evil dead 1, Tree rape.

You knows it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, September 12, 2008, 22:32:50
Evil dead 1, Tree rape.

You knows it.

I read Raimi wants to remake/reimagine Evil Dead - The tree rape segment to be categorised in scenes they won't be allowed to do!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, September 12, 2008, 23:08:46
I too thought Apocalypto was pretty good.

me too, quite enjoyed it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, September 12, 2008, 23:09:20
  Apocalypto Ace film. I've just watched be kind rewind, pretty crap.
very crap, worst jack Black film ever.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Saturday, September 13, 2008, 07:23:57
Jack Black needs to know what a mouthful of broken teeth tastes like. His BIG and LOUD shtick is perhaps good in a cameo role, such as High Fidelity, where it offered a distraction, but in a leading role it really irritates. I feel driven to violence just thinking about him.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Saturday, September 13, 2008, 09:28:20
The girl is Tina Fey of SNL and 30 Rock fame. Looks like a better Sarah Palin!

When i see your avatar out the corner of my eye it looks a little like a cow. True story


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Saturday, September 13, 2008, 17:56:48
soapy tit wank at your avatar now


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, September 13, 2008, 17:57:26
soapy tit wank at your avatar now

I changed it... But very funny whoever did it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Saturday, September 13, 2008, 21:13:44
Cloverfield = absolute garbage film with the worse ending ive ever seen,i cant believe i got to the end to be honest.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, September 14, 2008, 10:22:55
soapy tit wank at your avatar now

I did it all for you dave.

xxxx


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Sunday, September 14, 2008, 14:45:25
:) woooo


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, September 14, 2008, 14:57:49
I'm upset that rich changed it straight away though. It took me at least 10mins.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Sunday, September 14, 2008, 14:58:22
change it back, he'll never know. mwahahaaaahhahaah


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, September 14, 2008, 15:06:49
change it back, he'll never know. mwahahaaaahhahaah

He has my permission - I'm not sure why I changed the picture either.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, September 14, 2008, 15:53:21
I just watched semi-pro. not up there with other ferrell classics.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, September 14, 2008, 16:04:25
I just watched semi-pro. not up there with other ferrell classics.

Agreed, but I liked it  :-[


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Sunday, September 14, 2008, 16:06:57
I really cannot stand Will Ferrell and his big stupid wirey head. The only film he is in that I like is 'Starsky and Hutch'.

"Two dragons"


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Sunday, September 14, 2008, 19:23:09
Watched Shakespeare in love last night.Enjoyed it which surprised me. Though i have to say the only reason Paltrow got an Oscar was cause she got her baps out.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Sunday, September 14, 2008, 19:24:03
I really cannot stand Will Ferrell and his big stupid wirey head. The only film he is in that I like is 'Starsky and Hutch'.

"Two dragons"

Your not trying to tell me you dont like anchorman


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, September 14, 2008, 19:26:00
or old school.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, September 14, 2008, 19:26:07
Watched Rocky III whilst spending the afternoon drinking through last nights hangover. I love that film, but in my head I can never decide if I prefer III or IV. I think most people say III, but there's something about IV which clicks with me. I think it might be that the entire second half of the film is montage after montage. One big Montage.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, September 14, 2008, 19:26:59
Full Montage.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, September 19, 2008, 21:29:53
I just watched 21. Although I'd seen documentaries about the MIT students doing the card counting thing before, it was still an original type of film. Not too sure about the ending though, seemed to have an air of Green Street-esque American gayness about it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, September 19, 2008, 21:31:03
I watched Tropic Thunder... very, very silly - but very good (I thought)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC Village on Friday, September 19, 2008, 21:31:55
I just watched 21. Although I'd seen documentaries about the MIT students doing the card counting thing before, it was still an original type of film. Not too sure about the ending though, seemed to have an air of Green Street-esque American gayness about it.
I loved the book, must get round to seeing the movie.

Back to Vegas in 2 weeks, WOOT!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, September 19, 2008, 21:36:53
I get the impression the book would be 100 times better. Still, the film was entertaining.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, September 19, 2008, 22:23:17
I watched 'In the name of the King' earlier. It's crap, but the kind of crap that you get sucked in to and end up quite enjoying. It has a random cast: Jason Statham, Burt Reynolds, Shaggy and Ray Liotta.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, September 19, 2008, 22:47:36
That reminds me, I watched Revolver last night. Seemed like it was trying to be too clever imo.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: RobertT on Friday, September 19, 2008, 23:28:55
Watched Heat again the other day, in prep for the 2nd ever film to have the two together on set.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Saturday, September 20, 2008, 07:49:24
I watched Zodiac last night. Was ok I thought, went on a bit long though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Saturday, September 20, 2008, 08:15:35
Poor film with a naff ending.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Saturday, September 20, 2008, 08:16:07
Leefer do you know where the saying "naff" comes from?

"Nasty As Fuck".

Apparently.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Saturday, September 20, 2008, 08:32:23
Thats why its not in the dictionary!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Saturday, September 20, 2008, 08:33:55
Watched Heat again the other day, in prep for the 2nd ever film to have the two together on set.

Which has had shitty reviews. I'm not sure if Righteous Kill is going to be a classic.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Saxondale on Saturday, September 20, 2008, 11:13:13
Leefer do you know where the saying "naff" comes from?

"Nasty As Fuck".

Apparently.

Ive heard it comes from Gay Palare language and means a bloke who is obviously straight or 'not available for fucking'

Which is nice.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Saturday, September 20, 2008, 19:44:50
i saw pineapple express last night, a good comedy. in-keeping with seth rogens other ones, its half an hour too long - was desperate to get home for 8pm (beetroot and feta quiche serving time) but it kept dragging on.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Saturday, September 20, 2008, 19:47:25
p.s. is there a book thread? i readed sum on holiday


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, September 20, 2008, 19:48:33
p.s. is there a book thread? i readed sum on holiday

Bump this bad boy

http://thetownend.com/index.php/topic,29762.0.html


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Saturday, September 20, 2008, 20:02:59
Bump this bad boy

http://thetownend.com/index.php/topic,29762.0.html
thanks.

i'm not really much of a bad boy though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 20:46:44
I watched trade the other night pretty disturbing mind,Its about how women and girls are getting snatched and forced into prostitution or even sold to like male peadophiles,this came out not long after maddie got snatched so it caused a bit of a stir,but in another sense it highlighted how often this occurs especially abroad..

Although this was fictional it still hit home pretty damn hard,I cant say it was enjoyable but its one of them films you need to watch now and again,unless it ever happens to someone you know its kinda forgotten about by people.

It kinda made me sad thinking some poor girl somewhere at this moment in time is going through this kinda of shit.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0399095/


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 20:49:33
I watched I'm not there earlier, the Dylan psuedo-biographical thing.

very long and fragmented, some good bits and some that didn't seem to thread with the others.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 20:50:29
Gone Baby Gone was another good film that was affected by such news.

Kevin Kline doesn't seem to do much these days.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 20:55:21
Gone Baby Gone was another good film that was affected by such news.

Kevin Kline doesn't seem to do much these days.

Seen that too another good film,a must see for people who haven't. 


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Wednesday, September 24, 2008, 18:33:00
Took in Hellboy II last night. Really enjoyed it and couldn't help but marvel at the sheer quirky beauty of the film. Director Guilermo del Toro is working on Lord of the Rings prequels now, and if Hellboy is anything to go by then the visuals, at least, will blow the originals out of the water.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Thursday, September 25, 2008, 01:15:27
Watched forgetting sarah marshall last week, made me laugh quite a bit and the woman in it, the hotel worker is stunning, not a classic film by any stretch of the imagination but well worth whiling away a couple of hours to.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Thursday, September 25, 2008, 01:18:50
actually i just googled her, her name is mila kunis, she is lush

http://www.wallpaperez.net/wallpaper/movie/Forgetting-Sarah-Marshall-Mila-Kunis-1571.jpg


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Thursday, September 25, 2008, 06:25:48
she does the voice of meg in family guy as well


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Thursday, September 25, 2008, 06:28:32
actually i just googled her, her name is mila kunis, she is lush

http://www.wallpaperez.net/wallpaper/movie/Forgetting-Sarah-Marshall-Mila-Kunis-1571.jpg

Anything to do with the Latino look Mex?

But yeah, she is a little fittie innit.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Thursday, September 25, 2008, 09:32:36
Watched forgetting sarah marshall last week, made me laugh quite a bit and the woman in it, the hotel worker is stunning, not a classic film by any stretch of the imagination but well worth whiling away a couple of hours to.

I cant stand Russell Brand but i got to admit i thought he played his part quite well in that movie.

Mila Kunis is also in the thriller bootcamp  :D


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, September 25, 2008, 09:39:31
Mila Kunis is also in the thriller bootcamp  :D

and... That 70's Show !

Not the original voice of Meg Griffin though, that was Lacey Chabert.

[url width=380 height=380]http://cdn.maximonline.com/uploadedCmsFiles/Slides/32_lacey_chabert_2975.jpg[/url]


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Thursday, September 25, 2008, 10:21:58
i thought she was the bird from that 70s show, fuck me ive fancied her for years.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Fred Elliot on Thursday, September 25, 2008, 10:32:14
Pans Labarynth is on again Sunday night


Yay !


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Thursday, September 25, 2008, 10:47:18
Looks a good film,I shall be watching this tomorrow,Pacino and De Niro.

http://www.imdb.com/video/screenplay/vi417988889/


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, September 25, 2008, 10:49:01
I'm borrowing Lucky Number Slevin off a work mate to watch tonight.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, September 25, 2008, 14:49:00
Ah, pointless Top 500's are great... This one has alot of good titles that aren't normally in these lists but I'll always argue the list order. Godfather seems cemented to that No. 1 spot though.

http://www.empireonline.com/500/1.asp


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Thursday, September 25, 2008, 15:38:45
Lost Boys 2 finally arrived on DVD today although it's had a slating and doesn't have any Haim or Newlander action (alternative endings aside) I'm looking forward to a little nostalgic Feldman action.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 21:39:26
Can someone recommend some good films please, I need to top up my lovefilm list and I'm bored of trawling through lists. no horror or sci-fi.

xx


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 21:48:24
I watched Ferris thingies day off for the first time the other day (that I remember, some of it seemed familiar), but I guess you've seen that.

If you forget about the Sci-Fi bits then Star Trek II is the best cold war sub thriller film ever made.

The Devil's Chair is sort of horror, and sort of really randomly placed comedy moments, with part psychological randomness. It's a weird one and worth a watch, if just for the complete inaneness of having Matt Berry in it.

Well that's two films in the catagorys you don't want out the way.

Dead Mans Shoes is good, but I guess you've probably seen that.

Errr. picking things off the top of my head... Brazil? You must have seen that.

Any Kubrick films you haven't seen?

The Walace and Gromit film about the rabbits. That's ace.

Any of the Hayao Miyazaki films, Howl's moving castle is ace.

Top of my head is being lame.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 21:49:44
done all them apart from Miyakazi, might have to look them up.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 21:54:47
not sure I can handle that much animation. might just try one of them.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 22:00:55
88 Minutes  (Thriller)
Death at a funeral (comedy)
DEJA VU (Action Thriller)
Fools gold (pop corn type flick,comedy action)
Felon (Action Thriller)
Hancock (action)
Jumper (action)
Swordfish (actionthriller old but good)
Panic Room (Thriller)


 


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 22:02:36
Seen 5 of them and have one on the list already but will look up 88 minutes and de javu, cheers Russ.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 22:03:19

Death at a funeral (comedy)

 

I really wanted to like that, but it was so British to the point where it clearly was just being British to pander to an American audience. If the midget had been the star wars ewok dude/willow then I might have forgiven it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 22:04:02
I've borrowed Control from somebody. I'll have to watch it soon.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 22:09:08
I also just reserved iron Man 2. for release in 2011. That's the furthest forward I've seen lovefilm ever go.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 22:09:44
I've borrowed Control from somebody. I'll have to watch it soon.

It's good. Whether you know of Ian Curtis or not.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 22:10:37
I think I've got control kicking about somewhere, never gotten around to watching it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 22:10:55
I really wanted to like that, but it was so British to the point where it clearly was just being British to pander to an American audience. If the midget had been the star wars ewok dude/willow then I might have forgiven it.

Death at at funeral is good it made me laugh and usually not many comedies make me laugh.

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=neCY4hh1wJg


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 22:11:23
I quite enjoyed it, but not a classic.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 22:16:59
The ridiculous in it always went one step to far. It had the makings of a good dark comedy but just took everything just over the edge of ridiculous. Lot's of people who haven't seen each other for a long time in one place, good scenario for comedy. Find out the dead person had a gay affair, awesome. With a midget? Too far. The whole drug thing was stupid, the characters in it are quite strong, so why rely on ridiculous misunderstandings and coincidences for some pass the drugs around jokes.

It just reeked of missed opportunities a bit to me. It all felt a bit like an extended episode of a sitcom, but one where they waste time reintroducing the characters.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 22:18:18
He wasn't as good as the midget in Black Books. or Me, Myself and Irene.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 22:21:55
The ridiculous in it always went one step to far. It had the makings of a good dark comedy but just took everything just over the edge of ridiculous. Lot's of people who haven't seen each other for a long time in one place, good scenario for comedy. Find out the dead person had a gay affair, awesome. With a midget? Too far. The whole drug thing was stupid, the characters in it are quite strong, so why rely on ridiculous misunderstandings and coincidences for some pass the drugs around jokes.

It just reeked of missed opportunities a bit to me. It all felt a bit like an extended episode of a sitcom, but one where they waste time reintroducing the characters.

I admit it did go a bit far at times,but the comode scene was brilliant. 


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 22:40:19
I also really want to watch 24 Hour Party People again soon.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, October 2, 2008, 10:16:24
Has anyone seen Rocknrolla??


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, October 6, 2008, 12:33:25
I watched Control. Thought it was a very good, intense film.

Not sure what fillm to watch on Wednesday at the cinema. Haven't heard good things about Tropic Thunder or that one with Simon Pegg in.

Think I'll probably end up watching Taken. Also, why is Mamma Mia still showing? My refusal to watch that cunting film is wearing thin.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Monday, October 6, 2008, 12:41:54
I watched Secretary on C4 last night. Maggie Gyllenhaal is very nice.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Monday, October 6, 2008, 18:09:38
Saw 'Eagle vs Shark' last night. Hugely derivative of 'Napoleon Dynamite', but redeemed by the female lead being cute, in a kooky way. I think I probably would you know.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, October 6, 2008, 18:12:06
I preferred Eagle vs. Shark much more than Napolean Dynamite.

Managed to see Pineapple Express, which was better than I expected it to be. I am a sucker for stupid movies.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, October 6, 2008, 18:14:04
I preferred Eagle vs. Shark much more than Napolean Dynamite.

Managed to see Pineapple Express, which was better than I expected it to be. I am a sucker for stupid movies.

So am I but I found it was one of those films which showed a lot of the jokes in the advert.

Mind you Stepbrothers had me in stitches all the way through and I know plenty who said it wasn't that great.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, October 6, 2008, 18:18:09
Mind you Stepbrothers had me in stitches all the way through and I know plenty who said it wasn't that great.

Yeah I thought it was okay but it wasn't the best... I certainly laughed - the dialogue between Ferrell and O'Reilly is what made the film good for me.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Monday, October 6, 2008, 18:20:44
I can't stand Will Ferrell. He isn't winning any new fans by playing the same character over and over again. He really needs a "The Truman Show".


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, October 6, 2008, 18:23:35
I can't stand Will Ferrell. He isn't winning any new fans by playing the same character over and over again. He really needs a "The Truman Show".

Stranger Than Fiction was a good effort and as close as Ferrell has got to what you're suggesting. Poor old Carrey, he's made some very good films post-mid 90's whackiness... But he'll always be Ace Ventura or Lloyd Christmas!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Monday, October 6, 2008, 18:42:26
Has anyone watched Juno.....ive been told its good by a friend and maybe have a watch this week.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, October 6, 2008, 18:43:47
Has anyone watched Juno.....ive been told its good by a friend and maybe have a watch this week.

I really liked Juno -  I know people who hated it though. Good soundtrack too :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Monday, October 6, 2008, 18:53:21
Juno was indeed a good film.

I watched Things we lost in the fire today, good film but a little slow to get going.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Monday, October 6, 2008, 18:54:32
Cheers chaps...will give it a go.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Monday, October 6, 2008, 18:55:39
Saw In Bruges last night. pretty good, with some hilarious dialogue.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, October 6, 2008, 18:56:51
I've not watched a film at home in ages... Got too much TV dvds to get through. Arrested Development (awesome), Curb Your Enthusiasm (seasons 1-6 for only £36) and Entourage.

The complete West Wing is available at work for £50 at the moment and I'm tempted, stick the 30% discount and it's a bargain (the best I ever had).


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, October 6, 2008, 18:57:54
Saw In Bruges last night. pretty good, with some hilarious dialogue.

I want to see that after reading a couple of reviews.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Monday, October 6, 2008, 19:08:43
I've not watched a film at home in ages... Got too much TV dvds to get through. Arrested Development (awesome), Curb Your Enthusiasm (seasons 1-6 for only £36) and Entourage.

The complete West Wing is available at work for £50 at the moment and I'm tempted, stick the 30% discount and it's a bargain (the best I ever had). Where's curb your enthusiasm going for that? West wing one of my fav's too.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Monday, October 6, 2008, 20:43:31
i watched No country for old men on saturday. friggin' awesome!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Monday, October 6, 2008, 21:08:46
i watched No country for old men on saturday. friggin' awesome!

Think that's in Play.coms mega mega woot woot sale they've got on at the moment. Good chance to pick up some of those films you never got round to buying on the cheap.

Nearly bought it on Saturday but decided on a new vacuum cleaner instead. Rock and roll.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: yeo on Monday, October 6, 2008, 21:10:31
Anyone with Virgin Media,Rambo (the latest one) is on there for 1p or at least i was over the weekend.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 15:35:15
Question for you film buffs...whatever happened to Emily Lloyd....daughter of Roger of fools and horses fame,she was a megastar for a few years but i havnt heard of her for ages.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 15:39:28
Question for you film buffs...whatever happened to Emily Lloyd....daughter of Roger of fools and horses fame,she was a megastar for a few years but i havnt heard of her for ages.

She went a bit mental didn't she?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 15:44:08
A friend reckons she had serious drug probs,but like i said ive no idea.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 15:46:38
A friend reckons she had serious drug probs,but like i said ive no idea.

Something happened when she went on film related business in Asia which left her with mental illness.

It's either that or the fact she was in When Saturday Comes.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 16:09:38
Saw 'Strangers' the other week, inspired by the Manson family and starring Liv Tyler who brigtened up what was a pretty stupid idea for a film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 19:24:24
Is 'How To Lose Friends and Alienate People' as crap as it looks?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 19:27:13
Is 'How To Lose Friends and Alienate People' as crap as it looks?

I reckon so... but MEGAN FOX...

[url width=412 height=594]http://www.hogwild.net/images/Misc/megan.fox-bra.jpg[/url]


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 07:14:02
I'd do lots of naughty things to Megan Fox.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: LucienSanchez on Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 07:42:30
I'd do one naughty thing... repeatedly.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Friday, October 10, 2008, 23:04:40
i just watched dead man's shoes - possibly the most powerful film i've ever seen


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Friday, October 10, 2008, 23:07:04
"What you lookin at?"

"YOU YA CUNT"


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Saturday, October 11, 2008, 22:00:46
i bloody love dead mans shoes! one of my favouritest films.


due to babysitting 2 of my nephews tonite, i'm stuck at my sisters place, i've just half-watched one of the shittest films i've ever half-seen, Collateral Damage. utter shite.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, October 13, 2008, 16:59:11
ace film is dead mans shoes. my old flatmate swapped my copy for blue planet.

paddy considine is worth watching in anything he's appeared in. he's the copper in one of peggs films, where everyone is getting killed. shaun of the dead?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Monday, October 13, 2008, 17:03:23
Straw Dogs on Friday Hoffman 70's special.

Was ok, good acting but it didn't half drag and in the end was a bit of a Wicker Man-esque effort but not quite as good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Monday, October 13, 2008, 17:09:50
Saw that...is a weird film but the camera work was brilliant.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, October 13, 2008, 18:18:58
Essex Boys is on tonight at 10pm. I've never seen it so quite looking forward to watching it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Monday, October 13, 2008, 18:23:55
"What you lookin at?"

"YOU YA CUNT"

it's beyond words.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Monday, October 13, 2008, 18:24:41
Hot Fuzz.

He's also the Guardian journalist that runs around Waterloo station for a bit and then gets moydurred in one of the Jason Bourne films.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Tuesday, October 14, 2008, 08:21:02
just watched the orphanage, scary as fuck, but then again im a poof. plus watched black books, fantastic film, and possibly the only dutch film i have ever seen without the money shot.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Tuesday, October 14, 2008, 16:41:34
I thought that the Orphanage was OK Mex, wouldn't call it scary though as it was too similar too many other ghost movies and so I knew what to expect.

I have just watched journey to the center of the earth, thin in plot (Not that I was expecting one), but entertaining regardless. Worth a gander especially if you have kids.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Tuesday, October 14, 2008, 16:59:39
Essex Boys is on tonight at 10pm. I've never seen it so quite looking forward to watching it.


A very good film that,some good acting too.If you haven't seen it Rise of the Footsoldier is a better film tho.


http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=fe1pc3NDKjs


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, October 14, 2008, 19:09:44
I recorded it. If RotF is better then god help me.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Thursday, October 16, 2008, 07:44:15
I so want to see Gomorra,its about the mafia in Naples,but it doesn't seem to be on anywhere in Swindon...sob!

On in sodding Poxford though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Thursday, October 16, 2008, 07:52:29
Is Gomorra the film of the book by Roberto Saviano who's been in hiding from the mafia for the last two years?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Lumps on Thursday, October 16, 2008, 08:02:17
Is Gomorra the film of the book by Roberto Saviano who's been in hiding from the mafia for the last two years?

As nobody else seems to be about I'll answer.

Yes it is. It was in some of the papers yesterday that the fellah's now planning on leaving Italy as he's sick of living his life in carabinieri barracks protected by a team of seven paramilitary carabinieri.

Which does sound like it might cramp your style a little.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Thursday, October 16, 2008, 08:33:31
Cheers, thought I'd read something about it recently.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Thursday, October 16, 2008, 10:04:06
Alot of the people in the film are being or have been arrested since its release.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, October 16, 2008, 16:04:37
i just watched dead man's shoes - possibly the most powerful film i've ever seen

got it in the post today, will have a watch later.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Sunday, October 19, 2008, 13:58:45
Went to see Gomorrah yesterday.Was good.Interesting though depressing to see how much influence the Naples mafia has over life there.

Certainly would recommend it if you get the chance to go,although obviously if you live in Swindon its not looking likely that you will  :no:


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Sunday, October 19, 2008, 14:50:53
i watched 'forgetting sarah marshall' last night, which i thought would be like superbad, knocked up etc. but was nowhere near as good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Amir on Sunday, October 19, 2008, 18:06:41
i just watched dead man's shoes - possibly the most powerful film i've ever seen

Watch 'A Room For Romeo Brass', if you haven't already.  Paddy Considine is superb in that as well, he completely makes the film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, October 20, 2008, 11:12:25
the dance he does in the old peoples home cracks me up, pure gold!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, October 20, 2008, 11:12:39
seeeryaaas business


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, October 20, 2008, 11:35:07
Has anyone seen The Foot Fist Way? I've downloaded it but don't know anything about it other than Will Ferrell has something to do with its making, so its probably good?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Monday, October 20, 2008, 11:44:11
I watched a film called Birth on Film4 last night. A bit freaky really, it's about a woman (Nicole Kidman) who falls in love with a 10 year old boy who believes he's the reincarnation of her dead husband.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, October 20, 2008, 11:46:04
Similar thing happened to me one weekend.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Friday, October 31, 2008, 11:27:21
Ghost Town, with Ricky Gervais, is good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Saturday, November 1, 2008, 00:00:44
wristcutters: a love story (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0477139/)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 00:08:33
Did anyone else think that the 4th Indiana Jones film was terrible. Only watched it the other day.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 00:21:18
I haven't seen it yet. The southpark reaction amused me a bit, although it's a bit of a two joke thing, with one of the jokes being a bit shit.

S12e08 "The China Problem" If you want to look it up.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC Village on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 00:39:07
Did anyone else think that the 4th Indiana Jones film was terrible. Only watched it the other day.
I wasn't a big Indi fan anyway, but the new film truly stunk.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 00:43:08
I wasn't a big Indi fan anyway, but the new film truly stunk.

I loathe the Temple of Doom, but like Raiders and Last Crusade. The last one was abit like a Theme Park Ride-to-Movie ala Pirates of the Caribbean.

Has anyone seen the latest Kevin Smith effort yet? I'm unsure if I need to see another Seth Rogen film! I like Rogen but he's in the early stages of boring me now.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 07:38:44
reviews i've heard of the new kevin smith film make it sound woeful.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 11:04:23
yea. mark kermode (sp?) on 5live really doesnt like seth rogan/judd apatow anyways, but fucking hell his vitriolic rant about it this week was quite good. infact most weeks end up in a rant about something that has me giggling like a schoolgirl in my van, he's funny.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 11:05:19
yea. mark kermode (sp?) on 5live really doesnt like seth rogan/judd apatow anyways, but fucking hell his vitriolic rant about it this week was quite good. infact most weeks end up in a rant about something that has me giggling like a schoolgirl in my van, he's funny.

You have a schoolgirl in your van? Lucky bastard! Is she hot?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 11:38:41
I like Mark Kermode, but he does hate everything.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonic youth on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 12:01:07
kermode is brilliant, i love his reviews.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 13:21:32
i watched the departed last night.cannot believe i let that movie pass me by wiothout seeing it up until now.
fucking superb film


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 13:25:11
i watched the departed last night.cannot believe i let that movie pass me by wiothout seeing it up until now.
fucking superb film

Yeah, still nowhere near Scorsese's best but brilliant, brilliant film nonetheless. Mark Wahlberg is awesome.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 13:31:06
thought they all were really rich.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 13:42:47
i watched the departed last night.cannot believe i let that movie pass me by wiothout seeing it up until now.
fucking superb film
  Not trying to be a film snob as i thought it was pretty good, but if you like that, catch infernal affairs the original asian film is was copied from too.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 13:44:14
  Not trying to be a film snob as i thought it was pretty good, but if you like that, catch infernal affairs the original asian film is was copied from too.

Yeah, the Infernal Affairs films are brilliant. But they were in safe hands when Marty took it on.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 13:49:57
  Not trying to be a film snob as i thought it was pretty good, but if you like that, catch infernal affairs the original asian film is was copied from too.

i'll look out for it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 14:14:36
Not exactly a film, but I'm hoping to get the Band of Brothers box set on Blu Ray soon.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 14:18:47
twelve films really.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 14:19:56
Not exactly a film, but I'm hoping to get the Band of Brothers box set on Blu Ray soon.

It'll be amazing on Blu-Ray though. We haven't sold one copy on Blu Ray in Durham yet! However, the DVD sells in the masses everyday.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 14:21:37
grrr Damian Lewis - is it wrong I find him deeply attractive?

theres one band of brothers my boyfriend wont let me watch- he says it will upset me

I brought that boxset for him when it first came out and it cost about £100 - you can get it for tuppence now a days


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 14:23:38
grrr Damian Lewis - is it wrong I find him deeply attractive?

theres one band of brothers my boyfriend wont let me watch- he says it will upset me

I brought that boxset for him when it first came out and it cost about £100 - you can get it for tuppence now a days

Yup, Lower than £20.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 14:24:19
*sigh* - do you sell Morphs in your HMV?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 14:27:31
*sigh* - do you sell Morphs in your HMV?

Yup.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 14:28:19
wow I bet you get staff discount as well!!

what about Grotbags or Emu - are there any pink windmill DVD,s?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 14:29:29
wow I bet you get staff discount as well!!

what about Grotbags or Emu - are there any pink windmill DVD,s?

I get 30% off everything except consoles.

Nothing on Grotbags or Emu, I doubt it's on DVD yet.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 14:32:41
Yup, Lower than £20.

The Blu Ray set is only about £35 I think.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 14:34:36
The Blu Ray set is only about £35 I think.

Believe so. Online is cheaper than HMV obviously, but suprisingly they're not struggling as much as you'd think in these unstable financial times.

I wouldn't rarely purchased anything from HMV until I got my discount.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Lumps on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 14:54:47
Watch 'A Room For Romeo Brass', if you haven't already.  Paddy Considine is superb in that as well, he completely makes the film.

Apparently Paddy and Shane Meadows were both in a band with Nick Hemming out of The Leisure Society (www.myspace.com/theleisuresociety) which is dead odd 'cause the only thing I've heard of TLS is 'The Last Of The Melting Snow' which is great but very twee and folky and sweet. I can't help but wonder what the fuck those two were doing in a band with this bloke.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 17:54:22
I got the box set of Band of Brothers recently for £20, I never saw it first time round as I was out of the country. It's really good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 20:58:04
Also not really a film I'm a couple of episodes into the 1981 BBC Telly series of The Day Of The Triffids. Awesome stuff.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 21:03:38
I re-bought that BBC Halloween special from the early 90's Ghostwatch, t'other day. Dated, but still good fun... It's great when 'Pipes' turns up :)

Sarah Green, awesome :D

http://data3.blog.de/media/542/2441542_0cec4c2f44_m.jpg


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 22:04:16
Also not really a film I'm a couple of episodes into the 1981 BBC Telly series of The Day Of The Triffids. Awesome stuff.

That programme scared the shit out of me as a kid.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 22:49:07
I've been shitting it every so often watching it now. Enjoying it immensely, and that's without any sort of nostalic feeling towards it, me not being born in '81 and all.

The main female love interest character keeps throwing me off, one minute she's miss independent lady and the next she most certainly knows her place. I guess I'm a bit modern.

The main character looks a bit like matey boy in Dead Mans Shoes. But I'm sure he looks like someone else more, I just can't put my finger on it.

[url width=360 height=264]http://l.yimg.com/img.movies.yahoo.com/ymv/us/img/hv/photo/movie_pix/magnolia/dead_man_s_shoes/_group_photos/paddy_considine3.jpg[/url]
[url width=127 height=171]http://www.shigson.freeserve.co.uk/Fineline/trif4.jpg[/url].
There seems to be a lack of good pictures. I'll screen cap one later.

Oooh it might be 28 days later dude, although the opening in that is a bit of a triffidy nod anyway.

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Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, November 20, 2008, 10:21:45
what is it about? - it sounds scary

I think we should make a horror film about resuscitation dolls coming to life!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Batch on Friday, November 21, 2008, 13:40:15
Finally saw Superbad yesterday. Promising start, a kind of Dazed and Confused meets American Pie. Tailed off badly after 45 minutes.

But at least I know who McLovin is now. Albeit nearly 2 years too late!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Monday, November 24, 2008, 10:06:56
just watched a fucking brilliant israeli film called the bands visit. was ace.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, November 24, 2008, 20:33:34
I want to watch Waltz With Bashir. Getting rave reviews so I'll probably think it's a load of hype but ok, but does look intriguing.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: A Gent Orange on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 11:25:05
I watched Waltz With Bashir last night Si. It is really very good and I would really recommend it but also pretty traumatic in parts. I don't often sit still and in silence the whole way through the credits but this time I did.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 11:36:02
Watched 16 blocks with Bruce Willis....coming to the conclusion that Willis is a fine actor...really enjoyed this film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 11:40:28
I had a mega film weekend and watched:

The firm (not as good as the book)
The Bucket List
21
Se7en
What Lies Beneath

And I watched This Is England last night, seen it before but worth a second watch. I think I've got The Omen on my Sky+ too.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 16:45:46
I saw Zack & Miri Make a Porno in the end... It was okay I guess, funny in places.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 16:52:11
i watched the latest indiana jones film on sunday.wish i hadn't bothered


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 18:13:07
Watched 16 blocks with Bruce Willis....coming to the conclusion that Willis is a fine actor...really enjoyed this film.

willis a fine actor and 16 blocks a good film - are you insane? i started to watch that film once, then mos def kept doing that stoopid voice and i got annoyed with the shitty plot and turned it off.

I had a mega film weekend and watched:

The firm (not as good as the book)

Is that the one with tom cruise, he gets into a big law firm but its all a bit dodgy? i saw it a while ago and thought it was really good.

I've just finished reading Factotum by Charles Bukowski, and am now about to watch the film. Would definitely recommend Post Office and Factotum if anyone is on the lookout for good books, he is a big drinker and gets up to all kinds. his writing is hilarious. I am going to watch the film in an appropriate mood: with a whiskey and a smoke.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 18:17:35
I got around to watching Network the other day, which was ace.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 18:18:51
Saw Zodiac on Saturday and I couldn't wait for it to finish.  Fucking shocking.  


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 18:19:11
Factotum

I have Factotum on DVD, it's pretty good stuff.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 20:53:41
meh, the guy playing bukowski is crap. matt dillon. he is too soft and has a stupid put-on voice. i can't finish watching it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 20:55:53
As you've read the book and admittedly I haven't... You'll have your own vision of the character.

Who would you have casted?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 20:57:02
some ace unknown actor. or bruce willis.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 20:58:02
some ace unknown actor. or bruce willis.

:D Fair enough.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Wednesday, November 26, 2008, 22:30:34
Just watched Lost Boys, again.  Used to have the the soundtrack knocking about somewhere which was ace.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Wednesday, November 26, 2008, 22:45:38
Just watched Lost Boys, again.  Used to have the the soundtrack knocking about somewhere which was ace.

I got the sequel on DVD in September and still haven't got round to atching yet.  Classic film though.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, November 26, 2008, 22:50:20
Just watched Lost Boys, again.  Used to have the the soundtrack knocking about somewhere which was ace.
Yes it is good made me spend 20 quid on a clarence frogman henry LP. Which i played.....once


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Amir on Thursday, November 27, 2008, 11:59:03
I've just finished reading Factotum by Charles Bukowski, and am now about to watch the film. Would definitely recommend Post Office and Factotum if anyone is on the lookout for good books, he is a big drinker and gets up to all kinds. his writing is hilarious. I am going to watch the film in an appropriate mood: with a whiskey and a smoke.

I couldn't understand how factotum could be made into a film, then when I saw Matt Dillon was the lead I decided definately not to watch it.  Not a great book I wouldn't say anyway, Ham On Rye is his best by far IMHO.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Batch on Thursday, November 27, 2008, 12:29:27
I got the sequel on DVD in September and still haven't got round to atching yet.  Classic film though.

Just looking on IMDB, I see Corey Haim has a part (presumably cameo) but can't spot any other originals.

But i digress, I love the way some characters are described:
   Lindsay Maxwell   ...    Hot Girl at Party
   Karolina Turek   ...    Latex Girl
   Ildiko Ferenczi   ...    Latex Girl
   Jennifer Rostad   ...    Topless Girl


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Thursday, November 27, 2008, 14:16:07
I couldn't understand how factotum could be made into a film, then when I saw Matt Dillon was the lead I decided definately not to watch it.  Not a great book I wouldn't say anyway, Ham On Rye is his best by far IMHO.

I thought it would be a good film, his snappy writing and dialogue lends itself to a transfer to film. Many of the lines which I thought would sound ace in a film were missed out though, and the pace and humour of the novel had drained away.

Women is on its way to me, then onto Ham On Rye.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Thursday, November 27, 2008, 16:05:39
Son of Rambow.Was bit like This is England minus the mad racist and skinheads.Very enjoyable it was too.

Finally got to see Pans Labyrinth.Grim but certainly different.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, November 27, 2008, 17:36:20
Today I bought Be Kind Rewind, Assasination of Jesse James and Vantage Point... We shall see whether they are anything of note.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, November 27, 2008, 23:24:38
BKR is shit. other two are pretty good though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, December 10, 2008, 21:41:08
I just watched The Dark Knight on Blu-Ray. Amazing.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, December 10, 2008, 21:42:17
BKR is shit. other two are pretty good though.

I haven't finished BKR, not all that - The Ghostbusters bit was good though. Enjoyed Vantage Point, twas a bit of a guilty pleasure. Assassination of Jesse James was a long haul, but I liked it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Wednesday, December 10, 2008, 21:49:24
I saw 'Hunger' last weekend. Its about Bobby Sands and the 1981 Hunger Strikes by IRA terrorists.

The cinema was silent for a good few minutes when the credits rolled, nobody moving or speaking. Quite an effect and not a reaction I've ever seen before.

Well worth a watch and a brilliantly done film. Not sure whether its possible to enjoy a film so brutal and horrible, but I'm glad to have seen it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Fred Elliot on Wednesday, December 10, 2008, 21:52:44
I saw 'Hunger' last weekend. Its about Bobby Sands and the 1981 Hunger Strikes by IRA terrorists.

The cinema was silent for a good few minutes when the credits rolled, nobody moving or speaking. Quite an effect and not a reaction I've ever seen before.

Well worth a watch and a brilliantly done film. Not sure whether its possible to enjoy a film so brutal and horrible, but I'm glad to have seen it.

word


awesome film


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Thursday, December 11, 2008, 16:46:22
Saw The Changeling.Was disappointing sadly.From the reviews i'd read it sounded like film of the year whereas in reality it was far too long and dragged on like a bastard.

Still Angelina Jolie wore a load of lovely little hats so it wasn't a complete waste of two and a half hours  :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, December 11, 2008, 16:50:27

Still Angelina Jolie wore a load of lovely little hats so it wasn't a complete waste of two and a half hours  :)

Thats made me laugh so much!  :soapy tit wank:


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Thursday, December 11, 2008, 21:10:55
Bad Santa is on now on five....Billy Bob Thornton is great,the midget cracks me up.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, December 11, 2008, 21:28:04
Bad Santa is on now on five....Billy Bob Thornton is great,the midget cracks me up.

Poor ol' John Ritter never finished that film.

[url width=270 height=270]http://img2.timeinc.net/ew/dynamic/imgs/030117/18131__ritter_l.jpg[/url]


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, December 11, 2008, 21:51:58
I just watched Gangs of new York again, good film, but 10 oscars is taking the piss a bit.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, December 11, 2008, 21:53:25
I just watched Gangs of new York again, good film, but 10 oscars is taking the piss a bit.

Just aswell it won none of them then ;)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, December 11, 2008, 21:55:54
missed out the word 'nominations' in there somewhere.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, December 11, 2008, 22:00:20
missed out the word 'nominations' in there somewhere.

I really liked parts of Gangs-o-New York. I just think Cameron Diaz is pointless in it and the film would've been better off without that character.

Daniel Day-Lewis is fucking awesome in it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, December 11, 2008, 22:01:13
They should of made more of the Diaz character, like her being DDLs illegitimate child or something.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, December 12, 2008, 09:53:17
I finally watched The new Bond last night - along with the 2 other people in the cinema with us!!  and it was a bit pants to be honest - Daniel Craig didnt even get naked or anything :X


I did see the trailer for the new Star Trek film and nearly did a bit of wee - god I love Sylar man - even when he has Dr Spok ears and pointy eyebrows


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, December 12, 2008, 09:56:56
Selfish bastard, you wait until I see him next....

 :toughguy:


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, December 12, 2008, 09:59:24
who? Daniel Craig??


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Friday, December 12, 2008, 10:08:54
I watched This Film is Not Yet Rated last night. About the MPAA rating system. Fairly interesting but didn't really come across as balanced. It's on google video... http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-559517494445537267

Then I watched Richard Dawkins' documentary The Root of all Evil. Which is also on google video.
Part 1: http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=9002284641446868316
Part 2: http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-7619161192220036050
Whilst I agree with most of what he's saying, Dawkins doesn't half come across as a bit of a twat. People have recommended me some (one?) of his books before but I've never read them. I guess his arguments and reasoning might be more suited too writing than telly?

There's quite a lot of ace stuff on google video. It's like a posh youtube where things can last more than 10 mins.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, December 12, 2008, 10:17:05
He comes across as a bit of a twat in his books too. I agree with most of what he writes, but don't like the way he writes it, all a bit superior.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: LucienSanchez on Friday, December 12, 2008, 10:28:26
I watched the Manchurian Candidate last night... good fillum.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Friday, December 12, 2008, 15:07:27
i watched 'Burn After Reading' this morning.... dont bother. its shite.

also watched 'How to lose friends and influence people', which was ok.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: adje on Friday, December 12, 2008, 19:19:41
"Byrne after Reading"?-is that a rumour?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, December 12, 2008, 19:21:01
"Byrne after Reading"?-is that a rumour?

I think he dismissed it as shite immediately after typing.

Anywho, to the bookies....!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sippo on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 18:22:10
Just watching elf on channel 4. Hate the c word, but great funny film!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: JPC82 on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 18:24:07
Just watching elf on channel 4. Hate the c word, but great funny film!!

they are saying cunt at 6:22 on a sunday evening, sweet :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 18:50:37
got cass for later this evening


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Don Rogers Shop on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 19:01:44
Looks a great film arriba. Had a beer with him on old kent road once i said he looked like the 1 from green mile. Lucky for me he laughed


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 19:09:52
hahaha.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: tans on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 19:21:30
got cass for later this evening

is that the cass pennant one?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 19:22:14
yep


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: tans on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 19:25:45
did you get it on a torrent or something?

if so can you pm me a link?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 19:27:24
Watched History of Violence last night...was a good story but found the acting abit naff.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 19:39:32
got it on dvd tans.just saw it when in blockbusters and grabbed a copy.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: tans on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 19:43:38
ok mate cheers, best check to see if lovefilm has it!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 22:13:12
I watched american history X and saving private ryan the other night. AHX was good i thought, though a bit too long. Saving private ryan was a bit overated


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: tans on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 22:33:46
shaving ryans privates is better haha


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: JPC82 on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 22:35:46
shaving ryans privates is better haha

might be for u gay boy :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: tans on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 22:39:27
i aint no cockmuncher.

ask ralphy.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: JPC82 on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 22:39:57
i aint no cockmuncher.

ask ralphy.

oh ok, i am i was gonna see if u wanted to meet up, never mind


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: tans on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 22:40:27
sorry xx


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: JPC82 on Sunday, December 14, 2008, 22:41:36
sorry xx

see u tease, putting the 'xx' just to keep me thinking u might one day change ur mind, seriously tho if u do change ur mind dont forget me x


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Monday, December 15, 2008, 11:09:50
cass was pretty good and well worth watching folks.not just about tearing it up,it's cass's story and a fucking interesting one at that.i'm gonna get his first book as soon as i can find it.

 saving private ryan overated? fuck me that film is awesome


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Don Rogers Shop on Monday, December 15, 2008, 12:40:01
cass was pretty good and well worth watching folks.not just about tearing it up,it's cass's story and a fucking interesting one at that.i'm gonna get his first book as soon as i can find it.

 saving private ryan overated? fuck me that film is awesome
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Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Monday, December 15, 2008, 14:29:10
cheers drs


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Monday, December 15, 2008, 14:30:27
I watched Elf last night. Great film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: overthehill on Monday, December 15, 2008, 14:32:04
I watched Elf last night. Great film.
Brilliant


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, December 15, 2008, 17:40:12
Ah, Zooey Deschanel - she's my favourite (of many) :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, December 15, 2008, 19:20:34
Kung Fu Flid anyone?

[url width=600 height=400]http://a310.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/111/l_7c19271ac7fec2d62055334477731bf5.jpg[/url]

http://uk.imdb.com/title/tt1289414/


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Chubbs on Monday, December 15, 2008, 19:26:06
films i have recently watched

zack and miri make a porno- im dissapointed with kevin smith on this one, he is much better than this, still worth a watch for a quick laugh
pineapple express- quite lighthearted, not great but worth watching
the forbidden kingdom- jet li and jackie chan staring together, poor story line but great fight's

started watching tropic thunder but i got bored


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Monday, December 15, 2008, 20:42:32
kung fu flid, with kitty lea.. mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm she's purty!!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, December 15, 2008, 22:07:18
i got some more charity shop vhs bargains today:

big lebowski
mad max beyond thunderdome
ghost dog


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Monday, December 15, 2008, 23:18:53
ghost dog is awesome-ooooooo


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Chubbs on Tuesday, December 16, 2008, 00:48:25
just watched persuit of happyness- very touching film, well worth the watch, another fine performance from will smith


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, December 16, 2008, 23:32:28
Anyone else watching Die Hard with a Vengeance!?!

Jeremy Irons is no Hans Gruber - but I prefer it to Die Harder.

 8)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, December 16, 2008, 23:42:03
I watched Mongol earlier - highly reecommend it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, December 16, 2008, 23:43:25
I watched Mongol earlier - highly reecommend it.

Aye Mongol was pretty good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, December 17, 2008, 15:09:26
Just watched Ice Cold in Alex with John Mills... Good film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: pumbaa on Wednesday, December 17, 2008, 21:35:37
Haunted, on Sci Fi. Apart from a brief glimpse of Kate Beckinsale's t&a, fairly shite........


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, December 17, 2008, 21:39:02
Watched Beowulf tonight. Twas okay.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, December 17, 2008, 22:00:00
I watched Wall-e and the new batman the other day. Wall-e was ace, best film I've seen in ages. Dark Knight was alright, but nowhere near up to the hype. I actually got quite bored by the end.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Miss Angry on Wednesday, December 17, 2008, 23:25:51
just watched persuit of happyness- very touching film, well worth the watch, another fine performance from will smith

Made me cry.... was indeed a very touching film...


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, December 18, 2008, 17:33:50
And me.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 12:00:10
Cape Fear by Scorsese starring De Niro was really good, De Niro in full on psycho mode.

The Tenant by Polanski starring Polanski was really obscure and far too abstract for my liking. Was he convicted for Phaeophilia? May explain some of the strangeness.

V for Vendetta was on telly the other night and looked really good from the first fourty minutes which is all I watched. Stephen Fry was in it, which means it must be pretty amaze. I think I'll try and download it when I get home unless someone tells me its shit.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: chalkies_shorts on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 14:56:18
Cape Fear by Scorsese starring De Niro was really good, De Niro in full on psycho mode.
I really like most De Niro and most Scoreses but I didn't like Cape Fear at all.
I took the kids to see Madagascar 2 yesterday - good film but not as good as the first one.   


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 14:56:23
Midnight Meat Train.

I saw this last night,i thought it was one of the better vinnie jones films,I think the only genre he's not done now is romance.

A pretty decent horror flick that's worth watching.

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=8pifkqLq6c0


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 17:56:40
I watched gone baby gone last night, directed by Ben Affleck so I was a little surprised to find myself thinking afterwards that it was quite good.

BEWARE - SPOILERS BELOW, DO NOT READ ON IF YOU WANT TO WATCH IT


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 18:01:45
I watched gone baby gone last night, directed by Ben Affleck so I was a little surprised to find myself thinking afterwards that it was quite good.

Good film indeed,You can't help but feel the said person was in the right even tho it was wrong.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 18:02:27
Yes, one of those things you would like to happen but know it's not your right to do it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 18:21:29
For tonight I have Harold & Kumar Escape Guantanamo Bay. Should be good for a laugh.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 20:20:52
i just bought no country for old men, transformers and the orphanage for £15 in sainsburys! WOOP


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 20:28:49
Yes, one of those things you would like to happen but know it's not your right to do it.

Just out of interest would you have done that if it was you in that situation ? I think i may have done, if i knew i had chance of getting away with it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 22:42:21
WHich character am I - Affleck or Morgan?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 22:46:39
WHich character am I - Affleck or Morgan?

Morgan.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 22:48:47
No, never. How can you steal someone's child, no matter how bad a parent you think they are?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 22:51:50
No, never. How can you steal someone's child, no matter how bad a parent you think they are?

That kid would have no life tho and more than likely end up a crack addict.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 22:52:53
That's what social services are there for, if you think they don't do a good enough job then protest / complain / vote differently, don't kidnap a child.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Danjackson10 on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 23:15:16
anyone watching con air?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 23:17:05
anyone watching con air?

Yeppers.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 23:23:01
That's what social services are there for, if you think they don't do a good enough job then protest / complain / vote differently, don't kidnap a child.

Yeah your right,It just kills me to see kids brought up in Environment's like that.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 23:27:06
I think that's an almost universal reaction, but we also have to admit that we only see the bad shit and take our impressions from it.

In private the mother / father / guardian might be good as gold. Unless you can prove otherwise it is wrong to take a child from it's parents.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 23:28:09
All children should be raised by the state.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 23:31:19
All children should be erased by the state.

That's a bit harsh.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Danjackson10 on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 23:42:00
Yeppers.

i love the cage, hes cool as fuck! not long ago he moved into my home town of bath!FACT


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Wednesday, December 24, 2008, 14:59:30
face/off is ace.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Thursday, January 1, 2009, 21:39:07
Watched The Magdalene Sisters today....talk about harrowing,couldnt watch it all in the end.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, January 1, 2009, 23:03:42
I watched Australia a couple of days ago. Pretty good, but far too long.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Stef Troll on Thursday, January 1, 2009, 23:05:00
Just wacthed the green mile,  a very goiod film


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: adje on Thursday, January 1, 2009, 23:11:25
Watched The Magdalene Sisters today....talk about harrowing,couldnt watch it all in the end.

Agreed-that is the most disturbing film i've seen in years


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, January 1, 2009, 23:11:55
Just wacthed the green mile,  a very goiod film

I've seen the film but wish I'd read the book before I did. I will get round to reading it at some point no doubt.

I'm halfway through watching The Stand, nowhere near as good or epic as the book, but entertaining thus far.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Thursday, January 1, 2009, 23:19:31
Dog tired..great film...Tom Hanks is brilliant as always,books always seem better,usually because we rarely watch the film then read the book.
Also with a book its you who directs the film in your own brain...ware as a film is another persons interpritation of events...if you know what i mean.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Friday, January 2, 2009, 10:55:27
I watched bank Job last night,It seem's princess margarat was a bit of a girl in her younger days.

I did't even know this was a true story until after.   


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Friday, January 2, 2009, 10:58:19
Got Hancock on DVD at Christmas - Pile of shit. Really dissapointing film that, given it's premise, I was really looking forward to watching.

On the flip side, I also got Kung Fu Panda, which was brilliant.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, January 2, 2009, 11:10:11
I watched airplane again the other night. Its awesome 8)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Friday, January 2, 2009, 11:11:15
I watched airplane again the other night. Its awesome 8)

Shirley you can't be serious?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Friday, January 2, 2009, 14:17:09
Got Hancock on DVD at Christmas - Pile of shit. Really dissapointing film that, given it's premise, I was really looking forward to watching.

On the flip side, I also got Kung Fu Panda, which was brilliant.

I haven't seen Hancock, but I do know that what the world really needs right now is a new album from Big Will, the world's greatest rapper. Maybe a critical mauling of his latest big screen effort is what it will take to send him back to the studio. :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Friday, January 2, 2009, 14:22:30
i thought hancock was ok,nothing special mind.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: pumbaa on Friday, January 2, 2009, 14:22:36
I watched The Orphanage the other night. Been mentioned in here I think, and almost certainly in the Foreign Language thread a few weeks back. Very very good movie, another Del Toro masterpiece.

Hellboy 2 on the agenda for later.....


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Friday, January 2, 2009, 14:24:57
Del Toro is a genius. He is directing the Lord of the Rings prequels. Even if they're shit they will look amazing.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: adje on Friday, January 2, 2009, 15:59:27
I watched The Orphanage the other night. Been mentioned in here I think, and almost certainly in the Foreign Language thread a few weeks back. Very very good movie, another Del Toro masterpiece.

Hellboy 2 on the agenda for later.....

I did too-have you seen The Devil's Backbone?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, January 2, 2009, 17:27:52
Not a Del Toro directed work though (producer)... Juan Antonio Bayona directed.

Although the film has Del Toro written all over it so-to-speak.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: JPC82 on Friday, January 2, 2009, 17:28:39
started to watch American Gangster few days ago, bombed it after 25mins, couldnt get into it


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: adje on Friday, January 2, 2009, 17:47:46
Not a Del Toro directed work though (producer)... Juan Antonio Bayona directed.

Although the film has Del Toro written all over it so-to-speak.

Devil's backbone was a toro direction,i think


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Friday, January 2, 2009, 17:48:13
I watched Windtalkers last night. Plenty of guns and people getting shot up and shit so it was ok.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, January 2, 2009, 17:50:49
Devil's backbone was a toro direction,i think

Sorry, should've quotes - I was writing about The Orphanage. Devil's Backbone is certainly Del Toro.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Friday, January 2, 2009, 17:54:32
Sorry, should've quotes - I was writing about The Orphanage. Devil's Backbone is certainly Del Toro.

and is bloody ace


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, January 2, 2009, 17:55:06
and is bloody ace

Indeed it is.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Friday, January 2, 2009, 22:28:59
Just watched 'Stuart a life backwards'. Wish I'd read the book first though. Bit like The Beach, read the book first which was ace, film was toss.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: adje on Saturday, January 3, 2009, 14:55:14
That's a great story Sussex


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: pumbaa on Saturday, January 3, 2009, 21:27:53
I did too-have you seen The Devil's Backbone?

Not yet. Wasn't aware it was a Del Toro effort, but I'll be keeping an eye out for it now. Haven't watched Hellboy II yet either, maybe tomorrow after a trip to Ikea.......


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Don Rogers Shop on Saturday, January 3, 2009, 21:45:11
Was it the documentary sussex


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Saturday, January 3, 2009, 22:23:19
Just the film I think, watched the Alexander Masters interview in the extras which was insightful. Saw it when it was on TV, but your recommendation reminded me about it. Certainly hits home.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Don Rogers Shop on Saturday, January 3, 2009, 23:10:18
Certainly does mate i have not actually seen the film so will look out for that


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 08:26:17
It's £16.88 on play.com (which seems a bit steep!) Or pm your address and I'll chuck it in the post.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Monday, January 5, 2009, 00:31:29
I've just seen the dark night for the first time.

Its soooooooooooooooooo boring


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, January 5, 2009, 14:43:54
God I went to watch the spirit on New years day as I was bored

wish I hadnt bothered it was god awful - people were just walking out of the cinema!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Monday, January 5, 2009, 18:00:57
Saw 1408 at the weekend, which is worth a squirt.  Nothing new or that original but a decent easy watch.

Also the original "The Fog" which was ok, bit of a slow burner but classic King.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, January 5, 2009, 18:42:49
Saw 1408 at the weekend, which is worth a squirt.  Nothing new or that original but a decent easy watch.

Also the original "The Fog" which was ok, bit of a slow burner but classic King.



Is that based on the short story called 'The Mist'? I'm sure I've read it but never seen it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Monday, January 5, 2009, 18:44:56
Just watched Forgetting Sarah Marshall, made me chuckle. A bit.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Chubbs on Monday, January 5, 2009, 18:48:56
i liked 1408, good perfomance by cusack.

got "the wrestler" downlaoded for later when i get home


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: adje on Monday, January 5, 2009, 18:52:38
Saw 1408 at the weekend, which is worth a squirt.  Nothing new or that original but a decent easy watch.

Also the original "The Fog" which was ok, bit of a slow burner but classic King.




Saw 1408?Didn't know they'd made that many sequels


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Monday, January 5, 2009, 19:21:41
Is that based on the short story called 'The Mist'? I'm sure I've read it but never seen it.

They're both separate Steven King short stories and I think they've both had re-made films out recently to boot.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, January 5, 2009, 20:04:50
They're both separate Steven King short stories and I think they've both had re-made films out recently to boot.

Ah right wasn't aware that there was another.

I think the next Stephen King film I am going to try and watch is Desparation. It's got naff reviews, but I always think the naffness of a horror film often makes it good. I thought as I read the book that Ron Perlman would be the actor to play Collie, and that's exactly who plays him in the film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, January 5, 2009, 20:09:33
Oooh I've read Desperation. On holiday when I was about 13. I don't remember what happens.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Monday, January 5, 2009, 20:10:05
Sorry to butt in but ive just read a book by E Lynch called Somme Mud...a little harrowing at times but a true story by a real hero.
Can recommend it to any of you book lovers.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, January 5, 2009, 21:11:24
Sorry to butt in

how dare you! they were in the middle of a conversation, so rude.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, January 5, 2009, 21:18:05
Desperation is about a mining town in Nevada (I think it's Nevada). There's some sort of demon thing which is killing everyone and loads of Chinese people who work the mine.

Oh yeah I forgot to say, I watched Chinatown the other day and thought it was actually rather good. Nicholson plays the part of Gittes perfectly.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, January 5, 2009, 21:34:04
I just remember something about a cop dude (possesed I think, possibly undead) trying to make some bird give him a blowjob in a car park, and a kid that turns out to be a jesus like character. Doesn't a little girl get pushed down some stairs or something?



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, January 5, 2009, 21:39:56
Yeah that's it Ben.

It must have been some years ago I read it too. Wasn't the most classic of books but entertained me all the same.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 11:27:40
It's £16.88 on play.com (which seems a bit steep!) Or pm your address and I'll chuck it in the post.

It's in the post mate.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, January 9, 2009, 18:12:29
Watched the Ken Loach film Land & Freedom the other night which was good. Watched Goodbye Lenin yesterday - twas great.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: tans on Friday, January 9, 2009, 19:28:39
Watched Cass yesterday. Was quite good, bit of an odd ending though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, January 9, 2009, 19:32:37
Watched Cass yesterday. Was quite good, bit of an odd ending though.

I watched it on Wednesday night. Not an amazingly exciting film but was better than expected given the awful reviews.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: tans on Friday, January 9, 2009, 19:34:43
I didnt think there was much a plot to it to be honest. He gets in one ruck at the start then hes one of the top boys, dont think it works like that somehow!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, January 9, 2009, 19:37:26
I didnt think there was much a plot to it to be honest. He gets in one ruck at the start then hes one of the top boys, dont think it works like that somehow!

It missed out a lot of that, I think mainly because he wanted to highlight his demise more than his rise.

But I thought exactly the same. Fair play for him making money out of it, but like you said, the juicy bits of the story weren't really there.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sippo on Wednesday, January 14, 2009, 23:26:51
Just finished watching Defiance. That is one long film. Quite good though,


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Wednesday, January 14, 2009, 23:40:57
I watched pulp fiction last night

it was good


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 08:13:52
I watched pulp fiction last night

it was good

I know you're a young'un dave, but that can't be the first time you've seen it surely?!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 10:03:44
Yep it was. I dont really watch alot of films.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sippo on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 10:31:55
I've never seen pulp fiction.

Just about to watch jackass 3.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 10:33:21
watched volver last night, very good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: adje on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 14:17:34
Anything with La Cruz in it has got to be worth watching(how she never won me the World Stunners Cup I'll never know)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 16:57:42
I've never seen pulp fiction.

Just about to watch jackass 3.

Why would you watch Jackass 3 before Pulp Fiction? Priorities man!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 17:02:27
sippo you really need to see pulp fiction.it's top notch.
started watching i am legend last night,had to switch it off as my dog kept getting a bit wound up over the dog in it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 17:05:10
the sadist bit is when the dog dies - god that film scared me


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 17:21:34
I watched 'Lenny' last night. Biopic of Lenny Bruce, starring Dustin Hoffman.

Excellent.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 17:25:20
I've got the Clone Wars to watch tonight. Hope it's good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 17:41:58
I've got the Clone Wars to watch tonight. Hope it's good.

god i hope you're fishing...


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 18:12:44
No?



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 18:31:37
eurgh


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 20:15:37
It was alright, better than Phantom Menace, and Jabba's evil retard gay uncle was amusing.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 20:52:06
I have The Edukators ready in waiting for when I finish the darn essay I'm (supposed to be) writing.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 22:08:06
edukators was a bit crap but then again i was drunk when i watched it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Thursday, January 15, 2009, 22:19:42
no, you are right, its a bit crap


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Friday, January 16, 2009, 13:41:59
I watched the new Batman last night, I was a tad disappointed. I thought that Batman had a weak character, and they did not make the most of the Joker who was a bit dead good (Pun intended). But then again what can be expected from an action type movie based on a super hero.

I also watched saw 5, I was not disappointed. the reason being that it was the milked to fuck crap that I expected it to be, even the killings aren't as gruesome as they used to be.

I am just about to watch Mama Mia, as gay as it may sound I like both musicals and ABBA, as does my daughter and misses.

After that either Tropic Thunder or Hancock, which should it be?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, January 16, 2009, 13:45:20
I should be getting juno in a few days! I cant wait!!!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Friday, January 16, 2009, 13:46:47
i didn't like mamma mia at all.purely a womans film


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, January 16, 2009, 13:56:59
Im a women and I have no inclination at all to watch mammia mia - I dont like musicals (except the Take That one I went to see with Zoe!)

P.S Hancocks a bit weird and pants Bangcock quite light and fluffy if you dont fancy concentrating too much I guess?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Friday, January 16, 2009, 13:58:53
every female i know that has seen it loves it jfw.my mrs and daughter went to see it twice at the cinema and own it on dvd.my sis,mum,sis in law all love it.i'm sure your girlie friends have raved about it?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:00:32
yeah my mum brought it on DVD - Its just not my cup of tea at all - I hate Disney films like the lion king and all that as well

I like films that teach me things - oh and E.T


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:02:28
my mum thought it was the worst film she has ever seen. i thought the new batman was ace, who was the joker he was ace, is there going to be a follow up?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: LucienSanchez on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:04:01
yeah my mum brought it on DVD - Its just not my cup of tea at all - I hate Disney films like the lion king and all that as well

I like films that teach me things - oh and E.T

Seriously?! Lion King is ace!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sippo on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:04:55
the late heath ledger was the joker


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:06:05
dont start - I argue with Mike at work about this at least once a week

NO ITS NOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:06:38
my mum thought it was the worst film she has ever seen. i thought the new batman was ace, who was the joker he was ace, is there going to be a follow up?

The Joker was Heath Ledge Mex, whom is now deceased.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:08:41
Seriously?! Lion King is ace!

I saw The Lion King at the cinema, the stampede was amazing.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: LucienSanchez on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:11:08
dont start - I argue with Mike at work about this at least once a week

NO ITS NOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!

One of the greatest animated films of all time, just behind Toy Story.

And Space Jam.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:12:57
your all massive gays

Aristocats is best!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:18:49
Jungle Book is without question the greatest animated film. EVER.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:21:11
you are gayer than a gay thing


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:21:48
heath ledger, really?

2 of you! fucking spastics :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:22:58
What's gay about Jungle Book? Great story, brilliant songs and a mad as fuck monkey (King Louie)

What more could you want?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:25:33
Ok I guess - it could have been a worse choice

Im quite partial to the old Disney Robin Hood actually - you know the one where the fox is Robin hood? Disney films seem to get more rubbo as the years go on

WALL-E look BORRRRRINNNGGG

I like Shark tale and Shrek but there not Disney are they?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:31:07
WALL-E is OK.

Sure it is a bit slow but if you get into it, it is a nice story.

Shark Tale and Shrek simply rock, as does Madagascar.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:34:11
heath ledger, really?

2 of you! fucking spastics :)

Doh!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:36:48
my mum thought it was the worst film she has ever seen. i thought the new batman was ace, who was the joker he was ace, is there going to be a follow up?

Good work.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sippo on Friday, January 16, 2009, 14:43:11
heath ledger, really?

2 of you! fucking spastics :)

Don't get it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Friday, January 16, 2009, 15:33:11
Don't get it.

It was a subtle one Sippo.

"Who was the joker?" and "Will there be a follow up" is the clue.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Friday, January 16, 2009, 15:36:55
Boooh. 

I thought that Mama Mia would be a musical about ABBA, but it ain't at all and yes it is very very girly. The saving grace for me is that I like a bit of ABBA and so at least the soundtrack makes it a tad bearable until it ends, also Mrs. BR likes it which is keeping her quiet


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Friday, January 16, 2009, 17:02:06
Off to see the wrestler tonite, and defiance tommoro nite. Woop.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Friday, January 16, 2009, 17:25:58
One of the greatest animated films of all time, just behind Toy Story.

And Space Jam.

the emporers new groove was best


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, January 16, 2009, 17:26:54
Flushed away was very good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Friday, January 16, 2009, 17:33:00
i've yet to see flushed away, it looked amusing though. apparently adult humour and frenchy bashing!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, January 16, 2009, 17:35:53
Lots of Frenchy bashing, the characters are frogs for a start, and like to surrender often.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Friday, January 16, 2009, 17:41:29
cunts


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Saxondale on Friday, January 16, 2009, 17:50:33
Slumdog Millionaire tomorrow.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, January 16, 2009, 20:37:51
Just got back from seeing The Wrestler, enjoyed it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, January 16, 2009, 20:43:17
I just bought a load of dvds due to the inevitable boredom I will face whilst staying in a hotel on my todd next week.

Although I may try and see if FM will play ok on my work laptop.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Friday, January 16, 2009, 23:05:35
I just finished watching Indigènes (translates as Days of Glory). It's a French film (subtitled) about the French-African soldiers in WW2. Very good watch.

Actually, after watching the film, Nicolas Sarkozy re-instated the French-African soldier's pensions and paid them in full.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, January 16, 2009, 23:11:18
Days of Glory is mega popular at work, sells really well - obviously get quite a few returns "it's bloody foreign", it lives in the World Cinema section.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Saturday, January 17, 2009, 01:24:38
I just watched Casino. I think that's actually the first time I've seen the whole thing all the way through and not bits of it here and there.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC Village on Saturday, January 17, 2009, 01:35:56
Saw Yes Man while massively hungover on New Years Day, not as good as the book (obviously) but still alot better than i was expecting. I'm absolutely besotted with Zooey Deschanel now.

Looking forward to seeing The Wrestler and getting around to seeing Australia


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 01:51:51
I watched Knocked Up tonight. I was pretty disappointed with it, not because it was a bad film, but it's one that was hugely exaggerated to how good/funny it was by most people I've spoken to.

Also that scene is not as bad as people make out. At school we had to watch a video of a woman giving birth in sex education and that really was fucking sick. In fact, I think it tamed everyone's hormones for about five minutes, which was no mean feat.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 11:48:27
I watched juno last night! I love it!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 11:49:34
Saw Yes Man while massively hungover on New Years Day, not as good as the book (obviously) but still alot better than i was expecting. I'm absolutely besotted with Zooey Deschanel now.

She's mint isn't she?

Sadly she has just got engaged to the singer from Death Cab for Cutie.

The good news is that Winona Ryder is single.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 12:52:55
Watched A Beautifull Mind with Russell Crowe again last night...brilliant acting and a great story....and even a brill singing performance by Charlotte Church at the credits.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 19:50:47
I watched Knocked Up tonight. I was pretty disappointed with it, not because it was a bad film, but it's one that was hugely exaggerated to how good/funny it was by most people I've spoken to.

Also that scene is not as bad as people make out. At school we had to watch a video of a woman giving birth in sex education and that really was fucking sick. In fact, I think it tamed everyone's hormones for about five minutes, which was no mean feat.

I didn't even think Knocked Up has a "that scene" kind of scene! It's a decent watch, I preferred it to Superbad because the latter tails off.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: pumbaa on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 19:59:23
Back a couple of pages, and to further put JFW back in her box.......

The Lion King is fucking ace.

There. Debate over.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC Village on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 20:55:32
She's mint isn't she?

Sadly she has just got engaged to the singer from Death Cab for Cutie.

The good news is that Winona Ryder is single.
She's as mint as a box of after eights. Such a shame, i really liked DCFC, not anymore!

You're right though, she is very "winona", except less mad


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 21:15:16
I would.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 21:23:26
I didn't even think Knocked Up has a "that scene" kind of scene! It's a decent watch, I preferred it to Superbad because the latter tails off.

I thought Superbad had more laugh out loud moments, loads more.

Pineapple Express was a film I didn't think was very good. If you're going to make a typically stupid stoner film, at least make it so stupid it's funny (or not show the best bits in the trailer). It probably rocks if you're stoned though, but I bet not as much as the crazy Cheech & Chong films.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: janaage on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 21:45:34
I'ver just watched Napoleon Dynamite, like Eagle vs Shark it wasn't laugh our loud hilarious but it was a mighty fine film, very enjoyable, Pedro rocks.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, January 20, 2009, 21:38:00
I just watched Click. And I enjoyed it.

I'm slightly embarassed, although in my defence it does have Mr. C Walken in it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, January 20, 2009, 21:38:59
also, can anyone name the film that I remember from years and  tears ago that also had Sean Astin in it and was about a school being taken over by terrorists and the kids had to rescue everyone?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, January 20, 2009, 21:39:19
oh, and can a mod make this thread a sticky, I think it warrants it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Tuesday, January 20, 2009, 22:13:18
Who the fuck are you to decide that this thread deserves to be stickied? You're clearly just saying that it should have been stickied already. Twat.

Only messing. Will do.

The flaming lips' Christmas on Mars is finally out. Started watching it this morning but got distracted. Seems a cross between Flaming Lips psychedelic tripiness and an old skool sci-fi effort. Could be good. I like the flaming lips. Hopefully I'll get time to watch it tomorrow morning.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: adje on Tuesday, January 20, 2009, 22:14:25
also, can anyone name the film that I remember from years and  tears ago that also had Sean Astin in it and was about a school being taken over by terrorists and the kids had to rescue everyone?

Toy Soldiers


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: grayx on Tuesday, January 20, 2009, 22:26:47
also, can anyone name the film that I remember from years and  tears ago that also had Sean Astin in it and was about a school being taken over by terrorists and the kids had to rescue everyone?

Red Dawn ? 


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Tuesday, January 20, 2009, 22:27:06
I watched Don't Mess With The Zohan last night. I laughed very much, I love a bit of Adam Sandler.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, January 20, 2009, 22:37:09
Toy Soldiers

Thats the one, thanks adje.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, January 20, 2009, 22:37:26
Red Dawn ? 

Noooo. Is it any good?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, January 20, 2009, 22:38:13
I watched Don't Mess With The Zohan last night. I laughed very much, I love a bit of Adam Sandler.

That's on my lovefilm list. I still love Happy Gilmore, my favourite Sandler movie.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, 00:26:54
By the end of that film I wanted to kill him for saying silky smooth far too much.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, 08:12:13
awww i got a lovefilm birthday card to say thanks for being with them a year! bless them!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: janaage on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, 12:12:06
Who the fuck are you to decide that this thread deserves to be stickied? You're clearly just saying that it should have been stickied already. Twat.

Only messing. Will do.

The flaming lips' Christmas on Mars is finally out. Started watching it this morning but got distracted. Seems a cross between Flaming Lips psychedelic tripiness and an old skool sci-fi effort. Could be good. I like the flaming lips. Hopefully I'll get time to watch it tomorrow morning.

Do you realize, that everyone, you know, some day, will die.
And instead of saying all of your goodbyes......

FL are pretty good, although I've only really listened to Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, never got around to any of their other stuff.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, 14:19:52
Do you realize, that everyone, you know, some day, will die.
And instead of saying all of your goodbyes......

FL are pretty good, although I've only really listened to Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, never got around to any of their other stuff.

The Soft Bulletin is brilliant, one of my favourite albums. At War with the Mystics is pretty fucking ace too. Their older stuff isn't as good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: janaage on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, 14:22:54
I might give them a go then Ben, hopefully I'll be getting some I-tunes vouchers next month, good way to use them I reckon!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, 15:32:07
their lead singer is one of the coolest men alive. i read an interview with him once.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, 15:38:33
Wayne Coyne is cool

Apparently they started up in 1983 after he nicked loads of musical instruments from the local church. That's hardcore.

There's a documentary about them called The Fearless Freaks. Never watched it though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: pumbaa on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, 19:42:14
I just watched Click. And I enjoyed it.

I'm slightly embarassed, although in my defence it does have Mr. C Walken in it.

And don't forget, and certain Ms Beckinsale......


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, 19:50:29
Surely Beckinsale would be the only reason for watching Click!?!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, 22:04:03
Beckinsale is indeed good, espcially ass he is in nightwear for most of the time.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, 22:04:43
I also just watched Walk Hard, which is rubbish apart from about 10 30 second moments.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 10:34:46
Not a film but Ive just devoured season one of peep show!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 10:47:15
Not a film but Ive just devoured season one of peep show!

Keep up, I've finished watching all 5 and I didn't buy the boxset until after you did!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: janaage on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 10:48:25
I had a peep show week on virgin media a few months back, managed to watch all of them loved pretty much every episode.  A part of me is gutted I'd never watched it before, I feel like I've cheated myself somehow.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 10:53:31
Sam you ming - some of us have 2 jobs and an ETM course and numerous excercise classes to attend!!!

PLUS Im trying to co-ordinate my routine and music to help Bromham Brownies get there health and fitness badge next week!! its a deeply important job!

Ive recently done series 5 anyway over Xmas on E4 so only 2,3 and 4 to do!! :P


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 11:06:29
Mega tsunami!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 11:25:12
eh? ??


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 11:37:20
How thick is wall?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: LucienSanchez on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 11:56:30
Mummy... they're eating Mummy!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 11:59:52
Watched Step Brothers on the plane over to India. Was the worst film I think I have ever had the misfortune of wasting an hour and a half of my life watching. I normally like Will Ferrell films as well!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 13:17:22
Im with you now!!

"shes stealing sex off me"


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 13:22:54
Who needs romance when you're doing it up the bum?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 13:47:20
Watched Step Brothers on the plane over to India. Was the worst film I think I have ever had the misfortune of wasting an hour and a half of my life watching. I normally like Will Ferrell films as well!

I thought it was quality!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 14:59:28
I thought it was quality!

Other people I know have said they thought it was hilarious but I didn't even raise a smile once. Perhaps I am getting old!

Saw Slumdog Millionaire last night as well. Was good, but preferred the book.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 19:24:10
Robert Downey Jr. has been nominated for an academy award in the Best Supporting Actor category. Awesome.

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Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Chubbs on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 20:55:37
watched the wrestler the other day, quality film, darren aronofsky (sp) never fails to deliver


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 21:51:23
Just watched Donkey Punch. Started off well but ended very very badly.

In summary:

Jaime Winstone = fuckable
Sian Breckin = very fuckable
Overall film = shit


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, January 22, 2009, 23:19:36
I just watched Return of the King, still a good film, just half an hour too long.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Friday, January 23, 2009, 17:50:49
i watched rain man last night. tom cruise plays the wanker role very well. i liked the bit when dustin hoffman farted in the phone box.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Danjackson10 on Saturday, January 24, 2009, 20:31:41
im watching another cruise number- The Firm! pretty good so far


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Saturday, January 24, 2009, 20:52:18
looking forward to the 'damned utd' in march.the book is superb


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Saturday, January 24, 2009, 21:38:41
I just watched The Lost Boys for the first time tonight. Thought it was pretty good. Weird seeing Keifer Sutherland so young.

im watching another cruise number- The Firm! pretty good so far

Watched that a few months ago, really good film. I prefered the book though.

looking forward to the 'damned utd' in march.the book is superb

I read it on your recommendation arriba. Very good book, but like most books made in to films I can't see it living up to expectation.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, January 25, 2009, 00:58:49
I just watched 'Don't mess with Zohan'. It's not very good.

Tropic Thunder arriving Monday, looking forward to it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Sunday, January 25, 2009, 01:00:48
I just watched 'Don't mess with Zohan'. It's not very good.

Tropic Thunder arriving Monday, looking forward to it.
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That looks funny ..saw the dance seen with Tom Cruise on Jonathon Ross.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, January 25, 2009, 01:02:41
Yes, me too, been on my list for a while.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, January 25, 2009, 01:03:37
Tropic Thunder started okay but dips in humour from the middle onwards...

Still worth a watch for Downey Jr.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, January 25, 2009, 12:41:14
I watched Shrooms and Desperation last night. Shrooms is worse than the reviews, it really is that bad. I didn't expect it to be good but it surpassed my expectations in how shite it would be.

Desperation, unsurprisingly, did not fair too well either. It wasn't poorly scripted or acted, but the tension of the book just wasn't there.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Sunday, January 25, 2009, 13:08:09
Watched Vasily again last night with Jude Law.....great story but the acting in it was shocking and had to turn it off.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Sunday, January 25, 2009, 20:47:47
somers town, the new one by shane meadows (who did this is england), is pretty good.

its a decent film and has a class soundtrack once again.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, January 25, 2009, 23:50:24
I just watched Executive Decision, a classic mid nineties action-terrorist-plane hijack-nerve gas-steven seagal effort.

Good Sunday night viewing.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, January 25, 2009, 23:51:56
Good Night & Good Luck was on this evening, haven't seen it since I saw it at the cinema - I really enjoyed it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, January 25, 2009, 23:52:33
Don't think I've seen that.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Monday, January 26, 2009, 00:11:28
I watched 'Taken' the other day - pretty good, it's about the only film I'd actively recommend to a customer. Want to watch 'Righteous Kill' but its meant to be wank.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: land_of_bo on Monday, January 26, 2009, 07:02:41
Sat night watched The Dark Knight, which was ok and then Hancock which was also ok. Although I did have a proper belly laugh when he shoved one inmates head up the others' arse!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, January 26, 2009, 10:26:16
series 2 of peep show - DONE!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Monday, January 26, 2009, 10:47:03
I just watched The Lost Boys for the first time tonight. Thought it was pretty good. Weird seeing Keifer Sutherland so young.

Saturday turned into a bit of a film-fest in the end. I watched The Lost Boys followed by The Jackal topped off with Carlito's Way.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Monday, January 26, 2009, 11:19:57
i watched barton fink last night, and didnt have the foggiest idea what was supposed to be happening


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: LucienSanchez on Monday, January 26, 2009, 12:32:56
I finally got round to watching No Country For Old Men at the weekend, and thought it was excellent.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Monday, January 26, 2009, 14:19:49
just watched the killing  :) of jesse james by the coward robert ford, thought it was very good, watching the departed next.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, January 26, 2009, 14:22:26
just watched the assinatination of jesse james by the coward robert ford, thought it was very good, watching the departed next.

Loved The Departed, haven't seen it in ages - might put it on now... How Mark Wahlberg survived the Marky Mark years to become a pretty good actor is quite an achievement!

Really liked Assassination, the final scenes with Casey Affleck post-Assassination were great.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, January 26, 2009, 19:01:09
I watched 'Taken' the other day - pretty good, it's about the only film I'd actively recommend to a customer. Want to watch 'Righteous Kill' but its meant to be wank.

That's the one with Liam Neeson isn't it? I wanted to watch it at the cinema but it never happened. Think I will put it on my rental list.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Monday, January 26, 2009, 23:49:42
departed was ace, jack nicolson is fucking damn cool.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 07:51:41
although the departed looks ace i'm going to stick to being a that one knob head who brings up the asian original and say i prefer infernal affairs (and refuse to watch the US one)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 09:27:17
Infernal Affairs is great as is the sequel... But when in the right hands there's nothing wrong with a remake, especially when considering the Departed.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Amir on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 17:01:21
I've been to see Defiance, Slumdog Millionaire, and The Wrestler recently, and I really enjoyed them all in their own way(perhaps excusing the rather Hollywood ending to Defiance).

I'm off to see Milk tommorow, and I'm looking forward to watching that Benjamin Button one, and Gran Torino next month.  I don't remember there ever being such an abundance of high-quality mainstream films released so close together.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Wednesday, January 28, 2009, 08:11:26
Infernal Affairs is great as is the sequel... But when in the right hands there's nothing wrong with a remake, especially when considering the Departed.

pfffffff, in my ignorance i disagree with you!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, January 28, 2009, 20:29:18
Ive got american gangster and blood diamond up next.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, January 28, 2009, 21:19:18
Finally saw Tropic Thunder, last half hour was OK, not as good as I'd have hoped.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, January 28, 2009, 21:19:34
Ive got american gangster and blood diamond up next.

Both top films.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Wednesday, January 28, 2009, 21:51:20
American Gangster is like The Wire, condensed into 2 hours, with all the good bits taken out.


Yours,
Mr B Norman.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, January 28, 2009, 22:56:36
I'm going to watch American Gangster in a minute. Surprisingly, I couldn't give a fuck how late I stay up or how drunk I get. I may forget some of the film though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Friday, January 30, 2009, 15:24:33
Got La vie en rose to watch tomorrow night.I also have a packet of chocolate hobnobs and the flat to myself.What a great saturday night in :)

Saw Infamous,prefered it to Capote.I thought Sandra Bullock was good it in as well  :eek:


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Luci on Friday, January 30, 2009, 15:30:45
I've recently bought (awaits groans)

Shes all that  :-[
Ten things I hate about you   :boxing:
Hot Fuzz  O0
Phantom of the Opera  :yawn:
The Heartbreak kid  :love:



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Anteater on Monday, February 2, 2009, 19:17:21
Two questions - anyone seen Frost/Nixon - good or bad ? and anyone seen 'Freaks' ? been banned apparently for years and about to show at the Curzon in Soho. Also enjoyed The Reader, Defiance and Slumdog Millionaire !


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Monday, February 2, 2009, 21:01:22
I saw The Mimic the other day, and it was plop.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Monday, February 2, 2009, 22:18:35
got the magnificent 7 and the maltese falcon up next.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Friday, February 6, 2009, 23:11:02
Two questions - anyone seen Frost/Nixon - good or bad ? and anyone seen 'Freaks' ? been banned apparently for years and about to show at the Curzon in Soho. Also enjoyed The Reader, Defiance and Slumdog Millionaire !
  Freaks is very very worrying. I'm all for cult films and cutting edge, but i squirmed most of the film and had to turn off before the end, and i've only ever done that before if a film is shite. I guarentee you have never seen anything like it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, February 6, 2009, 23:13:34
I watched Hancock just now, watchable but nothing great.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: adje on Saturday, February 7, 2009, 14:17:14
Watched Gone Baby Gone last night-cracking film I thought,Ben Affleck's bro is a much better actor than him!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, February 7, 2009, 18:40:19
Casey Affleck has come a long way since that nothing role in American Pie! He's a good actor.

I'm currently watching the HBO series John Adams and I'm loving it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Saturday, February 7, 2009, 18:48:16
John Adams is fantastic, fuck knows why channel 4 put it on at that shit time. fucking waste of great drama.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Anteater on Saturday, February 7, 2009, 21:20:15
Quote
  Freaks is very very worrying. I'm all for cult films and cutting edge, but i squirmed most of the film and had to turn off before the end, and i've only ever done that before if a film is shite. I guarentee you have never seen anything like it.

Now I need to see it !


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: swindon_chick on Saturday, February 7, 2009, 21:37:20
I watched Hancock just now, watchable but nothing great.
I watched that yesterday and didn't think much of it, However his new film made me blub :(


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Danjackson10 on Saturday, February 7, 2009, 21:57:03
Watched 9/11 yesterday. Not really a film but a feature length documentary! Powerful stuff, couldnt take my eyes off it!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Saturday, February 7, 2009, 23:14:20
Is that the one about the firemen? Thats well epic


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Sunday, February 8, 2009, 09:32:51
Teehee I watched Teeth on thursday, now that's an odd film... made me squirm a bit :P


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, February 8, 2009, 09:44:55
I watched that yesterday and didn't think much of it, However his new film made me blub :(

What's it called?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, February 8, 2009, 09:45:33
Casey Affleck has come a long way since that nothing role in American Pie! He's a good actor.

I'm currently watching the HBO series John Adams and I'm loving it.

And his smallest cameo in Chasing Amy. 'You're just a tracer'.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: swindon_chick on Sunday, February 8, 2009, 10:41:43
What's it called?

7 Pounds I think?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Danjackson10 on Sunday, February 8, 2009, 11:19:42
Is that the one about the firemen? Thats well epic

yeah thats the one dave, it is a mental watch! real sad!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, February 8, 2009, 11:20:30
You are correct.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0814314/


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Sunday, February 8, 2009, 20:37:07
i just watched beowolf. it was quite good


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, February 8, 2009, 20:45:44
And his smallest cameo in Chasing Amy. 'You're just a tracer'.

Of course, I've haven't seen Chasing Amy in years.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, February 8, 2009, 21:32:38
BAFTA's are on.

Danny Boyle's son is a whacky-funster.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, February 8, 2009, 21:56:29
I'm 2/3rds of the way through a Bourne marathon.

Good films.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, February 8, 2009, 21:57:03
i just watched beowolf. it was quite good

I was surprised at that too, thought it would be a bit shit, what with the CGI polar bear fights and all.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Sunday, February 8, 2009, 22:10:10
Aye it was good, despite the dodgy accents throughout.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: alanmayes on Sunday, February 8, 2009, 22:56:35
BAFTA's are on.

Danny Boyle's son is a whacky-funster.

Watched the BAFTA's from 9pm,Slumdog certainly seems to the critics choice at the moment.

Surprised that Mickey Rourke won best actor,laughed at his speach,even with the bleeps.

No surprises with Kate Winslet winning and it was good to see how upbeat and funny

Mick Jagger was,when he made an appearance.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Sunday, February 8, 2009, 23:42:48
I have the sentinel and no county for old men lined up next.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: LucienSanchez on Monday, February 9, 2009, 08:54:48
Last night i took in Charlie Wilson's War. It was okay.

Watch out, Barry Norman.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, February 9, 2009, 10:27:46
I watched Rock and Rolla - which I brought for my Boyfriend and was going to attempt to give as a Valentines gift - but he looked in the bag and saw it so we watched it Sat night - thought it was pretty good Gerrad Butler is lushness

I also watched the office Christmas special last night and cried when Tim and Dawn get together like I always do


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Monday, February 9, 2009, 18:28:19
Saw The devil wears prada for the first time on tv last night,which i [much to my shame] enjoyed.I've read the book also  :-[

Makes me want to buy stupid clothes i have no need for and can't afford more to the point.Bloody rubbish  :cry:


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: cib on Monday, February 9, 2009, 18:35:09
I'm 2/3rds of the way through a Bourne marathon.

Good films.

They're all quality films. One of my favourite bits is in the final film, when Bourne breaks into the safe with the files in. Just ace


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Monday, February 9, 2009, 18:41:30
Yes indeed, made it through all 3 without falling asleep (me being tired, not the films being boring). Think I'll watch 3.10 to yuma tonight.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Monday, February 9, 2009, 19:46:36
Thats not a bad film, if you haven't seen though and you like westerns Seraphim Falls is very good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Monday, February 9, 2009, 19:47:52
Cheers, I'll add it to the ole lovefilm list.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: strooood on Monday, February 9, 2009, 23:16:05
i watched slumdog millionaire last night. good film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 07:25:28
Watched Sling Blade last night - Billy Bob Thornton is a clever man.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 07:28:58
I was going to watch Match Point last night as the delightful Scarlett Johannsen is in it but I figured as it is about tennis it will probably be rubbish. I am starting to regret my decision.

Scarlett in a tennis dress (drool)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: tans on Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 08:30:07
watched slumdog and role models last night.

first one was ace, role models was absolute pish.

pure shite


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 12:57:09
No country for old men was fucking brilliant.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 15:11:20
friend-o.

his two weapons are ace.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 19:38:53
I fact i just finished watching no country for old men again, it is proper skill.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 20:02:02
I watched that again the other night, cant believe the super ham Day lewis beat Javier Bardem to the oscar last year, with his re run of bill the butcher.  Going to do a rerun of Into the Wild tonight, which if anyone hasn't seen is bloody brilliant.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Saxondale on Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 20:21:20
Didnt Bardem win best supporting actor?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 20:41:33
Watched Get Smart the other night - seemed a bit long but there were some good gags. Still, didn't quite live up to expectations. Got Burn After Reading and Step Brothers to watch now.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 20:54:52
At my local cinema next month they are showing all 3 lord of the rings back to back, starts 9.30pm on saturday night, the bar is staying open all night and it finishes at 9 am sunday morning


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 20:57:25
Didnt Bardem win best supporting actor?
  You may be right, i'll check that out.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Stef Troll on Friday, February 13, 2009, 23:24:41
Just watched thick as Thick as Thieves,  overall a good film with a good ending


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 11:03:37
I watched bill & ted last night after being told it was better than waynes world. They lied


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 11:19:23
The first one yeah? Excellent Adventure is ace, Bogus wassits not so much.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 11:23:56
Yeah the first one. it was wank


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 11:26:47
Actually Bogus Journey is pretty ace too.

I think you're wrong dave.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 11:38:40
Its not funny in the slightest though. Its just two guys being stereotypically 80's. At least waynes world has good comedy


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 11:53:18
Were you even alive in the 80's Dave? And it was made in 1989.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 11:54:11
Well technichaly no, i wasnt. I dont see what that has to do with my view on this vastly overated film


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 12:23:10
Oh daveydaveydavey, it's all to do with making my opinion of the film seem more valid than yours. See you're judging a film made in the 80's, for being too stereotypically 80's, when you weren't even alive in the 80's. Terrible.

I'll stay quiet about the fact that I was only born in 1984. shhh...

Of course, it's not the greatest film of all time, but it's still pretty ace.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 13:12:03
It's most excellent


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 13:14:56
I watched bits of Weird Science last night. I forgot that it's so bad it's good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 17:39:57
'Walk the line' tonight with Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon. Is it crap?

Not that bothered, but £4 to shut her up on Valentines seems a bargain. And she's cooking steak, peppercorn sauce and dauphnoise potatoes with all the trimmings. Result  :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: adje on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 17:50:33
I thought it was a great film Sussex-Phoenix is uncanny as Cash


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 19:56:38
It's most excellent

Most non-heinous dude.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 20:06:12
Joaquin Phoenix

Anyone see the footage of him on the Letterman Show. Quite amusing... I wonder how long his Hollywood retirement will last after his rap career flops like I'm sure it will.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 20:08:29
'Walk the line' tonight with Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon. Is it crap?

Not that bothered, but £4 to shut her up on Valentines seems a bargain. And she's cooking steak, peppercorn sauce and dauphnoise potatoes with all the trimmings. Result  :)

I enjoyed it, although I am a bit of a Cash fan.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 20:17:52
I have vantage point and The lives of others up next.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 20:35:51
I only saw Walk The Line a few weeks back and thought it was a really interesting film. Reese Witherspoon did annoy me by the end, but then I expected that. You should enjoy it.

I'm going to watch The Bank Job tonight. Hopefully it will be entertaining nonsense.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 22:03:01
I could watch Walk the Line over and over again, its one of the few films I've watched more than once. Again, bit of a Cash fan.

Watched Step Brothers, was pretty funny, Ferrel's best film for a while (I saw Anchorman again recently on TV :D ). Didn't get round to watching Burn After Reading yet.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, February 14, 2009, 22:06:03
I have vantage point and The lives of others up next.

Lives of Others is good. Vantage Point was quite a guilty pleasure for me, I enjoyed it :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Sunday, February 15, 2009, 12:02:34
Reservoir Dogs last night. First time I've ever seen it. I thought it was ok but didn't really understand the hype, it's not amazingly good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, February 15, 2009, 12:15:59
I just watched kidulthood, good film and good soundtrack, will have to order the sequel, Adulthood.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: tans on Sunday, February 15, 2009, 12:33:21
Adulthood is good, not seen kidulthood yet.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Sunday, February 15, 2009, 12:36:06
I enjoyed it, although I am a bit of a Cash fan.

What a knob, I fell asleep. I'll try again later after the housemaid's cooked the roast.

And finished the hoovering. I'd offer to help, but I'm a bit busy watching Goals on Sunday.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: thedarkprince on Sunday, February 15, 2009, 16:28:06
I watched Rock'n'Rolla last night and thought is was... er, alright. 

Has anyone seen Night Watch and Day Watch?  Those Russian films about Vampires?  Night Watch is good but not yet got round to Day Watch.  Wondering if I should bother.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Sunday, February 15, 2009, 17:26:57
Reservoir Dogs last night. First time I've ever seen it. I thought it was ok but didn't really understand the hype, it's not amazingly good.
my least fav of tarantinos movies,but i still think it's decent.pulp fiction is the mutts nuts and kill bill runs it close.jackie brown is ace too.infact i love tarantino movies come to think about it


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Miss Angry on Sunday, February 15, 2009, 18:03:42
I watched My Girl earlier and cried agian. Its such a lovely little film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, February 15, 2009, 18:05:47
But he can't see without his glasses.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, February 15, 2009, 18:13:42
I didn't like Jackie Brown, but I did cry when I watched My Girl


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Miss Angry on Sunday, February 15, 2009, 18:43:07
But he can't see without his glasses.

that bit gets me every single time!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, February 15, 2009, 18:43:52
I didn't like Jackie Brown, but I did cry when I watched My Girl

Not really a Tarantino film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, February 15, 2009, 18:48:25
Who wrote and directed My Girl?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, February 15, 2009, 18:49:38
It would have been very different. :D


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, February 16, 2009, 10:46:11
I just watched kidulthood, good film and good soundtrack, will have to order the sequel, Adulthood.

ooooooo I LOVE these films - even though it takes me a while to understand what some of them are talking about - innit blood!

Im so in Love with Noel Clarke - I cant believe he wrote the film as well as starring in it (or summit like that?)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: LucienSanchez on Monday, February 16, 2009, 11:01:15
I saw Se7en for the first time on Saturday. Was disappointed i didn't get to actually see Paltrow's severed head in a box...


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Monday, February 16, 2009, 11:27:29
I saw Se7en for the first time on Saturday. Was disappointed i didn't get to actually see Paltrow's severed head in a box...

I wondered if I'd missed that. When I watched it my copy skipped about 15 seconds from seeing the van drive along the road to the bit where the guy's telling Pitt not to kill Spacey (Kevin Spacey, that is). 


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFCBird on Monday, February 16, 2009, 12:33:37
What a knob, I fell asleep. I'll try again later after the housemaid's cooked the roast.

And finished the hoovering. I'd offer to help, but I'm a bit busy watching Goals on Sunday.

You really are a Cunt! I think after what I have done for you lately I deserve something VERY nice in return and some help around the house!

Anyway, I really enjoyed this film, best I've seen for a while.  Was pleasantly surprised by the ending because I thought Johnny Cash either killed himself or died of an OD :)

Anyway


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Monday, February 16, 2009, 13:02:06
Adulthood is not as good as kidulthood, but still enjoyed it. I had to translate it for the girlfriend :P

Also watched benjamin button, I was thoroughly bored by it, did nothing for me at all. Also, he starts off as a tiny 80 year old, shouldn't he end up as a 6ft baby?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Monday, February 16, 2009, 13:05:19
Oh, I forgot to add I watched mighty ducks 2 this weekend. :D


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Tuesday, February 17, 2009, 18:49:58
I thought Johnny Cash either killed himself or died of an OD :)


definitely not! he died an old man in jamaica, did he not?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, February 17, 2009, 19:00:27
No he didn't.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Tuesday, February 17, 2009, 19:39:56
must have been nashville then? i read his autobiog a while back, just before walk the line came out, and he spent alot of his twilight years in jamaica

he died OLD anyway, was well off the drugs (though well into god) by then


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, February 17, 2009, 20:20:35
He died in his early 70's which is reasonably good form considering.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, February 17, 2009, 20:24:28
must have been nashville then? i read his autobiog a while back, just before walk the line came out, and he spent alot of his twilight years in jamaica

he died OLD anyway, was well off the drugs (though well into god) by then

Yeah it was Nashville. Is the book any good? I may have to put that on my list of things to read but will never get round to.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Tuesday, February 17, 2009, 20:39:07
The book was superb from what I remember. I read it a couple of years ago whilst at the peak of my fascination with him, and before seeing 'Walk the Line' (which seemed a bit shitty and cheesy after the authenticity of the book version, probably testament to how well he gets his character across on the page).

It follows more or less the same path as 'Walk the Line', but is much better. If you liked the film, I'd definitely recommend it.

You'll want the Patrick Carr version.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, February 17, 2009, 20:54:23
ta


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, February 17, 2009, 22:36:21
I'm going to watch the Tarantino/Rodriguez double at some point this week Death Proof and Planet Terror.

I've heard mixed reviews - I just wish the studios released it as one film with the mock-trailers dividing them.

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Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, February 18, 2009, 00:06:34
Just watched Infernal Affairs. I thought it was more concise than The Departed, although I enjoyed it no more, no less.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: tans on Thursday, February 19, 2009, 16:07:48
just watching notorious at the mo, dodgy copy though, some cunt filmed it in the cinema by the looks of it :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, February 19, 2009, 16:08:44
It's ok tans, I've notified F.A.C.T. They're running a trace on you now :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: tans on Thursday, February 19, 2009, 16:10:55
Wooootttt


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, February 19, 2009, 16:13:16
dont tell me whats happens going to cinema to see it with my sis tomorrow night


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: stfctownenda on Thursday, February 19, 2009, 16:19:31
dont tell me whats happens going to cinema to see it with my sis tomorrow night

He dies.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: tans on Thursday, February 19, 2009, 16:20:40
He dies.

:D

too many pies, the fat fucker.

he was a lyrical genius though imo


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, February 19, 2009, 16:27:46
He dies.

alright Ill give you that - that was quite funny!  :D


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, February 19, 2009, 22:19:04
Thats not a bad film, if you haven't seen though and you like westerns Seraphim Falls is very good.

Just watched this, honestly thought it was dull, very slow and no great characters to keep my interest. Still, each to their own!

I also wacthed Righteous Kill this evening, I was expecting a bit more from the Pacino / De Niro combo, but it wasn't bad.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Thursday, February 19, 2009, 22:34:00
I'm struggling to get round to watching films a the moment. I think the problem is that I've got quite a long list of films I've never seen, that I've got and should watch, but never feel like watching. Stuff like The Shawshank Redemption, Blade Runner, Sleeper, Breathless, Metropolis; some of which I've had kicking about on various hard-drives for nearly a decade. It's putting me off looking up other interesting films, modern or old.

I think I need to get back in the habit of having a time when I watch a film. Need to get back in to that.

Back on films, I watched Tropic Thunder when I was in brizzle last week. It had lots of ace moments, but for me it didn't quite hang together properly. There was all the talk about Downey Jr. doing the black man thing, but for me the weirdest moment was when it clicked that the comically nasty studio executive dude was Tom Cruise. It took an embarrassingly long amount of time for me to realise. Didn't help that Ally kept asking me if it was Gary Oldman... "Is that Gary Oldman? It looks like Gary Oldman."




Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Friday, February 20, 2009, 08:34:31
Went to the cinema last night and watched Slumdog Millionaire.

Enjoyable enough, but I don't know why it's received such critical acclaim.

 


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Friday, February 20, 2009, 09:59:51
Still haven't got to the end of 'Walk the line' yet. Job hunting, Jeremy Kyle and Loose Women keep distracting me.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Lumps on Friday, February 20, 2009, 10:38:44
Could I just point out:

http://watchmenmovie.warnerbros.com/

 :) (This would be much more cool if Ben could create a "bloodstained Comedian badge" style smilie for me)

I know Alan Moore is ignoring it, and I know it will lose the depth of the book. I'm sure it will lose all the "Black Trader" comic bits, all the excerpts from "Under the hood" and from "New Frontiersman" probably, but that's fine, it's a movie and movie have to concentrate on the main plotline or they ramble into incoherence.

I don't care. The trailers look fucking ACE!





Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Friday, February 20, 2009, 12:55:58
Never heard of it but it does look good, although i'm not really a fan of batman type stuff, so hopefully that will be better.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Lumps on Friday, February 20, 2009, 14:00:34
Comic written by Alan Moore, and drawn by Dave Gibbons. Rated as the greatest graphic novel of all time. It was the only graphic novel to appear on Time's 2005 list of the 100 best English-language novels from 1923 to the present.

I doubt the film can possibly live up to the book but it does look cool.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, February 20, 2009, 23:40:47
I watched In Bruges tonight. I think the reviews I read were spot on, I thought it was a very good film. The story alone is a very serious one, but it's the very politically incorrect gags throughout the film which are the reason it's so good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Saturday, February 21, 2009, 00:35:29
I watched Appoloosa, the stand out bit for me was Ed harris singing at the end credits, brilliant.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Saturday, February 21, 2009, 01:08:17
I watched In Bruges tonight. I think the reviews I read were spot on, I thought it was a very good film. The story alone is a very serious one, but it's the very politically incorrect gags throughout the film which are the reason it's so good.

really enjoyed that film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Sunday, February 22, 2009, 18:32:03
The Wrestler is pretty good. After all the hype I expected it to be a life changing experience, but it was a decent enough story and Rourke plays himself well.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Monday, February 23, 2009, 00:21:12
Anyone ever seen my neighbour totoro? Its mental!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, February 23, 2009, 00:29:25
yeah. it's ace

All Miyazaki's films are pretty cool. I'd start with Spirited Away and Howl's moving castle, then go backwards.

New one out soon


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Monday, February 23, 2009, 00:31:02
The catbus scene was one of the funniest things i ever did see. Howls moving castle is dubbed over into english isn't it? Not sure i like that


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, February 23, 2009, 00:33:02
If you get the dvd I think it's got both subtitled and dubbed versions. Same for most of his films.

You can certainly download subtitle versions if you prefer.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Monday, February 23, 2009, 07:16:16
I watched sex drive last night, which made me giggle a few times.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, February 23, 2009, 10:33:41
I watched Notorious Friday night - It was ace

Makes me wanna keep chasing that paper man


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC4LIFE on Monday, February 23, 2009, 17:45:13
Watched Cass the other night, was impressed.

Anyone seen the new Friday the 13th? I think I might be going to watch it tomorrow night.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Monday, February 23, 2009, 23:02:17
Watched 'The Wave' earlier - well good film about a German high school class who take part in a social experiment as part of a dictatorship. It all gets a bit out of hand in the end and 'The Wave' spills out onto the streets amongst the youths. Very good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Tuesday, February 24, 2009, 17:07:13
the weirdest moment was when it clicked that the comically nasty studio executive dude was Tom Cruise.

I didn't realise til after I'd watched it! The funniest bit of the film was when they played that RnB or whatever and he was offering the G5 private jet.

This is the scene...

Les Grossman: Speedman is a dying star. A white dwarf headed for a black hole. That's physics. It's inevitable.
Studio Executive Rob Slolom: We've been handed an incredible opportunity here, Peck.
Les Grossman: The universe... is talking to us right now. You just gotta listen.
[turns on Flo Rider's "Low" and begins to dance to the beat]
Les Grossman: See, this is the good part, Pecker. This is when the job gets fun! Ask... and you shall receive!
Studio Executive Rob Slolom: [dancing along] Right...
Les Grossman: You play ball... we play ball. I knoowwww... you want the goodies!
Studio Executive Rob Slolom: Welcome to the goodie room!
Les Grossman: You paying attention? I'm talking... G5, Pecker! That's how you can roll. No more frequent flyer bitch miles for my boy! Oh yeah! Playa... playa! Big dick playa!
Studio Executive Rob Slolom: Swinging past ya knees!
Les Grossman: Big dick, baby!
Studio Executive Rob Slolom: Yep.
Les Grossman: [turns off the music] Or... you can grow a conscience in the next five minutes and see where that takes you.
Rick Peck: Now let me get this straight. You want me to let my client of 15 years, one of my best friends, die in the jungle alone, for some money and a G5?
Les Grossman: Yes.
Rick Peck: [pause] A G5 airplane?
Les Grossman: Yes... and lots of money... playaaaa!
[turns on the music and dances again]


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Thursday, February 26, 2009, 08:23:55
Comic written by Alan Moore, and drawn by Dave Gibbons. Rated as the greatest graphic novel of all time. It was the only graphic novel to appear on Time's 2005 list of the 100 best English-language novels from 1923 to the present.

I doubt the film can possibly live up to the book but it does look cool.

other amazing comics/graphic novels:
arkham asylum
preacher (all nine books)
v for vendetta*
30 days of night*
sin city*

*all better than films


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Thursday, February 26, 2009, 09:04:13
Finally got round to watching Slumdog, it really is an excellent film, have juno next.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, February 26, 2009, 09:14:17
I watched the new Futurama film last night, Into the Wild Green Yonder. It made me giggle so it must've been ok.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Thursday, February 26, 2009, 09:51:59
Finally got round to watching Slumdog, it really is an excellent film, have juno next.
  Juno is a good film, not much happens, but still good. The soundtrack is one of my faves of the last year or two also.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, February 26, 2009, 11:58:13
I watched the new Futurama film last night, Into the Wild Green Yonder. It made me giggle so it must've been ok.

Cool, I thought that'd be out soon. I'll have to download that.

How does it compare to the other 3? I thought the second one - "The Beat with a Billion Backs" with the league of robots and all that was the best. The first one was pretty good too, but the last one with the dungeons and dragons stuff was poor.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Thursday, February 26, 2009, 13:33:14
Gonna watch Grand Torino tomorrow night. From the trailer I've seen and the reveiws, it should be a decent film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, February 26, 2009, 13:36:32
oooooooooooo is it a date?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, February 26, 2009, 17:25:38
I'm going to watch Get Smart later, I have a horrible feeling its going to be shite.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, February 26, 2009, 17:38:18
Get Smart is one of many recent comedies that are too long.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, February 26, 2009, 17:44:39
Never having seen Get Smart and going from publicity surrounding it and the long tradition of rubbish hollywood comedies I'm going to guess you're right and its shit.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, February 26, 2009, 17:46:31
It's okay... But as I said, it goes on a bit.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Thursday, February 26, 2009, 18:26:27
It's okay... But as I said, it goes on a bit.

I also found this. I quite enjoyed Steve Carell but the whole thing was about half an hour too long.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Colin Todd on Friday, February 27, 2009, 10:57:24
really enjoyed that film. (In Bruge)

likewise. Colin Farrell is fucking hilarious in it


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, February 27, 2009, 17:38:09
I'm going to watch Get Smart later, I have a horrible feeling its going to be shite.

Not bad at all, maybe enjoyed it a bit more after expecting so little.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Friday, February 27, 2009, 18:19:04
Just watched Ghost Town, thought it was really good. Kinnear and Gervais (who I'm not generally a fan of) interacted really well.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, February 27, 2009, 18:42:00
Today I purchased...

Dan in Real Life
And Starring Pancho Villa As Himself
Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, February 27, 2009, 18:43:50
Today I purchased...

Dan in Real Life
And Starring Pancho Villa As Himself
Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee

Ive never heard of any of those... Are they like small independent films or something.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, February 27, 2009, 18:46:36
Dan in real life is the one with the bloke from the 40 year old virgin in isnt it?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, February 27, 2009, 18:47:23
Dan in Real Life is a well-reviewed Steve Carell (so yes Dave is correct) film

The other two are HBO TV movies

Bury My Heart... is based on the book about fall of the Native Americans

Pancho Villa is about the Mexican revolutionary who invited Hollywood to promote his regime.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, February 27, 2009, 18:55:54
Last night I watched the Illusionist for the first time even though its been sat on my computer for about 2 years. It was quite good, I liked the effects. Don't really understand how all the little bits the police chief remembers at the end are supposed to fit together. Doubt I'll watch it again.

Then after that I watched Juno for the second time. I liked when she sees her schoolmate outside the abortion clinic and is talking about the pep pills you can take to revise with and says "I heard about this one girl who took too many of those and jumped in the fountain and was like I AM THE KRAKEN!!!" and the other girl just says "That was you."  :soapy tit wank: :soapy tit wank:


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, February 27, 2009, 19:08:23
pancho villa is funny, didnt george harrison have something to do with it.

Really liked Juno, felt like a proper dirty old man though, i bet sonic youth fancies her rotten. Vantage point was ok, nothing spectacular.

I have valkeryie and seven pounds lined up next.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, February 27, 2009, 19:08:37
I watched another japanese anime film last night. I cant remember what it was called, but it was about a bounty hunting, plane flying pig-man.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Friday, February 27, 2009, 20:06:19
I watched another japanese anime film last night. I cant remember what it was called, but it was about a bounty hunting, plane flying pig-man.

Porco Rosso? Quality :D


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, February 27, 2009, 20:07:34
YES!!!! Thats it!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Friday, February 27, 2009, 20:17:55
pancho villa is funny, didnt george harrison have something to do with it.

Really liked Juno, felt like a proper dirty old man though, i bet sonic youth fancies her rotten. Vantage point was ok, nothing spectacular.

I have valkeryie and seven pounds lined up next.
  Wouldn't mind seeing Valkeyrie but is that 7 pounds thing a will smith film? If so i can more or less guarentee that will be formulaic tosh. I'm going to be watching a fistfull of dynamite.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, February 27, 2009, 20:34:25
no idea to be honest, a nurse at hospital burns dvds and let me have a couple for the weekend.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, February 27, 2009, 20:40:27
7 Pounds is indeed the Will Smith film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Saturday, February 28, 2009, 11:47:11
I would not pay 7 pounds to watch or own 7 pounds.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Saturday, February 28, 2009, 11:56:46
Got Cass for my birthday, It'll probably be shit (prefer the books), but It'll pass a couple of hours.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Fred Elliot on Saturday, February 28, 2009, 12:00:10
Its shoite Paul


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Saturday, February 28, 2009, 12:14:54
Not expecting anything special. Off to the pub for a roast so probably fall asleep through it when I get back anyway.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Saturday, February 28, 2009, 12:16:34
Got Cass for my birthday, It'll probably be shit (prefer the books), but It'll pass a couple of hours.

I want to see that.

I am a sucker for football violence films.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Anteater on Sunday, March 1, 2009, 13:55:30
Anyone seen and can pass on consrtuctve critism on 'the diving bell and the butterfly' ?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Sunday, March 1, 2009, 14:23:08
Saw Gran Torino last week. Excellent film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, March 2, 2009, 00:53:37
really liked Juno, felt like a proper dirty old man though, i bet sonic youth fancies her rotten.

i would if it didn't feel so wrong.

in the past week i've watched:

being john malkovich - exceeded and surpassed my limited expectations ("john cusack and cameron diaz? it can't possibly be any good")
bound for glory - woody guthrie biopic, well worth watching but kind of only scratches the surface.

also re-watched fargo and o brother, where are thou. i forgot how awesome fargo is.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Monday, March 2, 2009, 00:58:17
Continuing the anime theme i just viewed pom poko. Its certainly more fucked up than the rest i've seen, but the storyline isnt as good sadly


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, March 2, 2009, 02:10:57
Is that the raccoon one? I quite like it.

Get on Porco Rosso.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Monday, March 2, 2009, 06:39:15
Being John Malkovich is an excellent film, watched the sum of all fears again last night on film4, fell asleep, says it all really.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Monday, March 2, 2009, 06:48:33
Seem to keep falling asleep during films recently. Today I'm determined to watch Cass (yes I know, it'll be rubbish).

After Jeremy Kyle's finished, obviously.

God I need a job*.




*If Birdy reads this, I will be job hunting at the same time.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Monday, March 2, 2009, 09:17:37
Is that the raccoon one? I quite like it.

Get on Porco Rosso.

I watched that the other day, it was quite good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Monday, March 2, 2009, 11:48:45
Seem to keep falling asleep during films recently. Today I'm determined to watch Cass (yes I know, it'll be rubbish).

After Jeremy Kyle's finished, obviously.

God I need a job*.




*If Birdy reads this, I will be job hunting at the same time.

I watched Cass a couple of weeks ago and thought it was a really good film. Strong storyline and great cast, much better than Green Street and Football Factory. It delved into why he became a hooligan really well. I might even read the book now.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, March 2, 2009, 11:59:26
Ive just ordered series one of Inbetweeners on DVD as Ive only just discovered this show - Its one of the funniest things Ive seen in a long time!!



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Fred Elliot on Monday, March 2, 2009, 12:07:40
I watched Cass a couple of weeks ago and thought it was a really good film. Strong storyline and great cast, much better than Green Street and Football Factory. It delved into why he became a hooligan really well. I might even read the book now.

Sorry Steve but he reminded me of a sort of cross between Lenny Henry and Arnold from Different Strokes


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, March 2, 2009, 12:13:24
Ive just ordered series one of Inbetweeners on DVD as Ive only just discovered this show - Its one of the funniest things Ive seen in a long time!!



It is good. Took me by surprise when my mate made me watch it because I was expecting it to be rubbish.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Monday, March 2, 2009, 12:21:53
Seem to keep falling asleep during films recently. Today I'm determined to watch Cass (yes I know, it'll be rubbish).

After Jeremy Kyle's finished, obviously.

God I need a job*.




*If Birdy reads this, I will be job hunting at the same time.

That went well. Wrong region apparantly. Three dvd players in the house and no joy.

Oh well, Loose Women in ten minutes*


*whilst job hunting.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, March 2, 2009, 12:25:29
It is good. Took me by surprise when my mate made me watch it because I was expecting it to be rubbish.

me too! Ive only watched two episodes (I liked the "football friend" one) so looking forward to watching the rest - I think series 2 might be out soon?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Monday, March 2, 2009, 12:30:48
Sorry Steve but he reminded me of a sort of cross between Lenny Henry and Arnold from Different Strokes

Yeah, he was a bit 'special needs', but that made it more authentic to me. Better than Frodo the rock hard Hobbit!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, March 2, 2009, 12:31:51
How was your date to the cinema?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Monday, March 2, 2009, 12:38:32
The film was good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, March 2, 2009, 12:42:23
boo I want gossip - did u get a podge? ;)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Monday, March 2, 2009, 12:43:03
Nah, I'm saving myself.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, March 2, 2009, 12:43:18
for Jesus?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Monday, March 2, 2009, 12:44:36
No, Buddha.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Monday, March 2, 2009, 12:47:24
It's better than margarine, apparently.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Monday, March 2, 2009, 12:49:52
No, Buddha.

Can't believe its not Buddha.

Over here in India all the shops they either sell wooden elephants or Buddha's. I asked the shop keeper how much for the little fat fella. I think he was kinda insulted!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Monday, March 2, 2009, 13:24:37
That went well. Wrong region apparantly. Three dvd players in the house and no joy.

Oh well, Loose Women in ten minutes*


*whilst job hunting.



Aren't you engaged or something? Seeing loose women when shes out already!! :eek:


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Monday, March 2, 2009, 13:59:57
seven pounds surprised me by actually being pretty good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, March 2, 2009, 20:50:40
Coming Soon....

http://www.empireonline.com/news/story.asp?NID=24295


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Nemo on Monday, March 2, 2009, 20:53:49
Is Sam Jackson always cast as a cop or what?

Even when it's not instrumental to the story, it's in his background that he's a cop.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, March 2, 2009, 20:56:37
True.

However, I predict that Rape: A Love Story will be the perfect '1st date' film of the new decade.

Hmm...


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, March 2, 2009, 20:57:25
Is Sam Jackson always cast as a cop or what?

Even when it's not instrumental to the story, it's in his background that he's a cop.

Not really.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, March 2, 2009, 21:03:36
I really enjoyed Dan in Real Life. Not a bad purchase for just over £2 from work.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Monday, March 2, 2009, 21:12:16
I saw that, it was surprisingly watchable, I say surprising because somehow the billboards made it look shit.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: JohnnyMoncs on Monday, March 2, 2009, 23:35:03
Watching Phone Booth as we speak - generically enjoyable and completely forgettable at the same time.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, March 2, 2009, 23:43:09
Is that the one where Mos Def (the black) puts on a silly voice? I had to turn it off after half an hour if so, he irritated me too much. Heard the rest of it was good though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, March 2, 2009, 23:44:24
Nope that's 16 Blocks isn't it.

Phone Booth is good, I assumed Colin Farrell was a complete nob until I saw that. He's probably still a nob actually, just one that can act alright.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 08:06:55
I watched a Russian film called Nochnoi Dozor (Night Watch) last night. It was most excellent.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 08:15:54
i've seen that advertised and i have it on my lovefilm, hopefully it'll come through soon!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 08:32:00
I got my copy from Lovefilm.

Whilst on the subject, has anyone else noticed Lovefilm's turn around being a lot slower these days? Used to receive a film back and post the new one out same day, but now it's receive film back and post new one out the next day.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 08:34:51
I expect it's due to people staying in and renting films more, rather than going on nights out.

But yes, that's the way it seems to go.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 11:31:42
fucking lovefilm have sent me the maltese falcon 3 times now.

will check out that russian one.

In pursuit of happyness next


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 11:36:22
In pursuit of happyness next

What can i say, if you like will smith you'll like, if you are ambivalent or dont like him, it's a right load of old jollop.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 11:42:15
thought it might be, but 7 pounds was good


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 11:48:42
Then you'll probably like it, just not my cup of tea, although i think it's "based" on a true story.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 11:56:18
i watched clerks last night. it was much better than i remembered.


i think my hatred of kevin smith is once again easing, having recently also enjoyed mallrats.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 12:18:52
Clerks II is worth a watch Yufffffffff, not as good as the original and a tad American Pie based humour but an easy 90 minute watch with a few gems tucked away in there.




Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 12:24:41
I thought Mall Rats was rubbish... but not as quite as intensely crap as jay and silent bob strike back. I liked Chasing Amy but watched it again recently and didn't like it half as much. The dialogue seemed a bit over-complicated and unnatural perhaps.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 16:39:46
Jersey Girl was on the other night, seen as something of an anomaly in Smith's career (and widely regarded by his fans as rubbish) but I think its a brilliant film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 16:40:59
Blame the Affleck/Lopez media storm for that (even though she was barely in it).

It's not amazing (in my opinion) but it was certainly watchable.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 22:52:28
Saw Bolt.Yes i know i'm way too old for a cartoon,but it was amusing and an easy watch.Beat the socks of The changeling anyway.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, March 4, 2009, 23:44:21
Just watched Taken. Thought it was a bit pants.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Thursday, March 5, 2009, 00:01:45
watched frost nixon today, it was really good.


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Post by: axs on Thursday, March 5, 2009, 00:10:20
I just watched rocknrolla, the latest Guy Richtea. It's somehow quite good, despite being over-stylised gangster nonsense.

I was surprised to see King Leonidis, Cass and Superhands in it though.


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Post by: herthab on Thursday, March 5, 2009, 06:04:31
Watched The History Boys last night. Really enjoyed it.


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Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, March 5, 2009, 11:55:20
Full Metal Jacket for me last night. The first time I've ever sat and watched it all the way through. Got Pineapple Express on the way next.


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Post by: Spy on Thursday, March 5, 2009, 12:28:20
Full Metal Jacket for me last night. The first time I've ever sat and watched it all the way through. Got Pineapple Express on the way next.

Did you not think the first half of the film was much better and it trailed off a bit towards the end?


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, March 6, 2009, 09:44:47
I just watched rocknrolla, the latest Guy Richtea. It's somehow quite good, despite being over-stylised gangster nonsense.

I was surprised to see King Leonidis, Cass and Superhands in it though.


ha ha Its pretty good though I thought - Superhands just played superhands!


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, March 6, 2009, 10:06:16
is it wrong to get a hard on watching milk?


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Post by: Saxondale on Friday, March 6, 2009, 10:14:49
Not if its gold top.



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Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Friday, March 6, 2009, 13:49:45
Might've posted this already but I've been working my way through the Saw films recently, having never seen them before (always assumed it wasn't my thing, not a horror fan). As it turns out the first one is very good, the second isn't far off. Watched 3 last night and I'm starting to notice a decline - a little too much explanation maybe. A bit of back story is useful but I think some aspects could've been left unspoken.


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Post by: sonicyouth on Friday, March 6, 2009, 14:05:21
Did you not think the first half of the film was much better and it trailed off a bit towards the end?

sort of. i enjoyed the boot camp best but the remainder of the film wasn't 'bad'.

Might've posted this already but I've been working my way through the Saw films recently, having never seen them before (always assumed it wasn't my thing, not a horror fan). As it turns out the first one is very good, the second isn't far off. Watched 3 last night and I'm starting to notice a decline - a little too much explanation maybe. A bit of back story is useful but I think some aspects could've been left unspoken.

the first film was (relatively) original, fresh and quite clever for what is essentially a slasher flick. the second film was a fairly good reworking of the original premise but the rest of the series just began to feel more and more like recycling after that.


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Post by: STFC4LIFE on Friday, March 6, 2009, 15:03:50
Green Street 2 is out towards the end of this month for anyone that is interested.

It's based in a prison, not many of the original characters in it though.


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, March 6, 2009, 15:09:55
woo my Inbetweeners DVD arrived today


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Post by: axs on Friday, March 6, 2009, 16:45:54

ha ha Its pretty good though I thought - Superhands just played superhands!

He does, it's exactly the same character, might as well have called him Superhands rather than cookie.


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Post by: Spy on Saturday, March 7, 2009, 10:03:15
Green Street 2 looks like it might be even worse than the first one but the first was was is quite hard to beat for shitness given it seems to be american take on the hooligan thing starring an american and with basically no authenticity at all.

I watched disneys Sleeping Beauty last night. The animation is awesome and the making of documentary on disc 2 was well interesting. It was really successful but didn't make as much money as you might think given they spent so much making it. Basically drawing one cell an animator took 1 hour and that equated to an eighth of a second of screen time. The bit at the end where maleficence transforms into a dragon is awesome.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Saturday, March 7, 2009, 10:19:41
Milk was a very powerful film. Excellent performance by sean penn, am i right in thinking he got an oscar last month for this?


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Saturday, March 7, 2009, 20:50:29
Milk was a very powerful film. Excellent performance by sean penn, am i right in thinking he got an oscar last month for this?

Yeah he won best actor for that film.


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Post by: chalkies_shorts on Saturday, March 7, 2009, 23:13:54
I saw Cloverfiled last night. I love Scie Fi and monsters etc but boy what a load of shite.


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Saturday, March 7, 2009, 23:25:17
I watched Ghost Town tonight. Started off ok, then went into the rubbish rom-com type thing. I think it's meant to be one of those 'charming comedies' and it didn't do a bad job of it. Still, not my cup of tea.

It was probably the type of film Run Fatboy Run wanted to be though.


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Post by: alanmayes on Sunday, March 8, 2009, 10:16:42
The Damned United opens at the end of the month.

From the best-selling and critically acclaimed novel by David Peace, The Damned United is directed by Tom Hooper and stars Michael Sheen as the legendary, opinionated football manager Brian Clough, with Timothy Spall as his right hand man, only friend, and crutch Peter Taylor.

Set in 1960s and 1970s England, The Damned United tells the confrontational and darkly humorous story of Brian Clough’s doomed 44 day tenure as manager of Leeds United, the reigning champions of English football. Previously managed by his bitter rival Don Revie (Colm Meaney), and on the back of their most successful period ever as a football club, Leeds had an aggressive and cynical style of football - an anathema to the principled yet flamboyant Brian Clough, who had achieved astonishing success as manager of Hartlepool and Derby County building teams in his own vision with trusty lieutenant Peter Taylor.

Taking the Leeds job without Taylor by his side, with a changing room full of Don’s boys, would lead to an unheralded examination of Clough’s belligerence and brilliance over 44 days.

http://www.sonypictures.co.uk/movies/thedamnedunited/




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Post by: michael on Sunday, March 8, 2009, 10:52:32
The book is embellished isn't it?

Most recent film I watched was 'Into The Wild', directed by Sean Penn and starring an impressive Emile Hirsch.

I am a massive fan of Penn's recent work, movies such as '21 Grams', 'Mystic River', and 'The Assasination of Richard Nixon' were all superb, and a great run of films.

Haven't seen 'Milk' yet (Emile Hirsch is in that as well) but I shall endeavour to do so. I enjoy many of Gus Van Sant's movies, even if he is intentionally provocative at times.


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Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, March 8, 2009, 12:30:40
I hope so. If you can't make up something which makes a true story more exciting then you're not trying hard enough. If in doubt add robots.


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Post by: Stef Troll on Sunday, March 8, 2009, 13:34:11
Watched Gran Torino last night, not a bad film,  easy to follow, but have seen better

Yes man is a good film,  light hearted and Jim Carey is good for a laugh or two.

How to lose friends and allienate people is also a good easy film to watch.

Next is pride and glory


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Post by: Ben Wah Balls on Sunday, March 8, 2009, 13:52:25
I saw watchmen yesterday which is probably the worst film I've ever seen at the cinema. I thought about walking out after the first hour and wish I had but I thought it might get better. No interesting characters, schizophrenic plot that never goes anywhere and about 2 hours 40 minutes too long.


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Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, March 8, 2009, 14:54:04
I've got Jan Švankmajer's take on Faust later. I like the creepy mix of stop motion and live action he does in Alice, so hopefully this delivers the same brand of slightly murky trippiness.




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Post by: sonicyouth on Sunday, March 8, 2009, 16:22:52
The book is embellished isn't it?

Most recent film I watched was 'Into The Wild', directed by Sean Penn and starring an impressive Emile Hirsch.

I am a massive fan of Penn's recent work, movies such as '21 Grams', 'Mystic River', and 'The Assasination of Richard Nixon' were all superb, and a great run of films.

Haven't seen 'Milk' yet (Emile Hirsch is in that as well) but I shall endeavour to do so. I enjoy many of Gus Van Sant's movies, even if he is intentionally provocative at times.
have you seen the indian runner? it was penn's directorial debut. based on a springsteen song called highway patrolman which is from springsteen's best album, the delightful nebraska.


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Post by: michael on Sunday, March 8, 2009, 17:51:44
have you seen the indian runner? it was penn's directorial debut. based on a springsteen song called highway patrolman which is from springsteen's best album, the delightful nebraska.

Haven't seen it, no. That would have been during his Madonna era.

Is it worth a watch?


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Post by: sonicyouth on Sunday, March 8, 2009, 18:00:56
yeah, i think so - it's not a spectacularly memorable film but well worth a watch.

it seems to be expensive to buy though


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, March 8, 2009, 18:11:20
Mystic River is a really engrossing watch. I'd not heard much about it when I watched it and the blurb on the back of the dvd seemed a bit boring but it was anything but.


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, March 8, 2009, 22:03:33
Went to an arts cinema last night and watched Charlie Chaplin's "The Kid" followed by a Serbian film called Život je čudo (Life is a Miracle).

The latter was a bit of a slog being just over 150 minutes long but was ultimately worth it.

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/sr/thumb/8/8f/Zivot.jpg/220px-Zivot.jpg


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Post by: Bogus Dave on Monday, March 9, 2009, 00:43:46
I just watched goodburger. Moo!


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Post by: Spy on Monday, March 9, 2009, 12:42:54
I saw watchmen yesterday which is probably the worst film I've ever seen at the cinema. I thought about walking out after the first hour and wish I had but I thought it might get better. No interesting characters, schizophrenic plot that never goes anywhere and about 2 hours 40 minutes too long.

I was thinking of watching this but having now heard a couple of places its rubbish I won't bother spending money on the cinema. Will wait til its on DVD I think. Think one review said it captures none of the depth of character which is apparently in the graphic novel (I haven't read it).


Did anyone else watch that Hes the Man film on 4 last nigh?? How stupid was that?!? You have to laugh :soapy tit wank:. ...and Vinnie Jones was in it!!!



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Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Monday, March 9, 2009, 12:44:54
I'm either going to watch Saw 5 or Quarantine tonight. The former because I've just watched the first 4 and the latter because its got Dexter's oddly attractive sister in it.


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Post by: Spy on Monday, March 9, 2009, 13:02:31
Has anyone seen Eden Lake?

I've got it but not watched it yet. Thought it sounded cool.


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, March 9, 2009, 13:38:58

Did anyone else watch that Hes the Man film on 4 last nigh?? How stupid was that?!? You have to laugh :soapy tit wank:. ...and Vinnie Jones was in it!!!



That was amazingly bad.


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Post by: Colin Todd on Monday, March 9, 2009, 14:20:42
I'm either going to watch Saw 5 or Quarantine tonight. The former because I've just watched the first 4 and the latter because its got Dexter's oddly attractive sister in it.

Have a word.  She looks like the singer from Kings of leon


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Post by: LucienSanchez on Monday, March 9, 2009, 14:34:13
I watched 12 Monkeys yesterday, and thought it was thoroughly awful.


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Post by: Spy on Monday, March 9, 2009, 15:28:32
What didn't you like about it?

Like Blade Runner I don't think I would have understood the plot completely if I hadn't read an explanation. Both films are very clever plot-wise, although Blade Runner has more depth.

Did you not think Brad Pitt was good in it? I think his character was pretty funny.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: LucienSanchez on Monday, March 9, 2009, 15:54:11
Brad Pitt's character (as well acted as it was) annoyed me. The film as a whole just didn't do a lot for me...


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, March 9, 2009, 15:58:11
Ive been settling down with my inbetweeners DVD this weekend

I really wish I could get "football friend" as my ringtone


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Post by: flammableBen on Monday, March 9, 2009, 16:00:08
I spent the morning lying in bed watching The Five Doctors and drinking lemonade.


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Post by: Doore on Monday, March 9, 2009, 21:53:38
Tonight I have decided to sit down with Being John Malkovic.  I love this film.  May follow it with Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind as well, another great.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Monday, March 9, 2009, 23:41:46
Have just finished watching Eden Lake. I thought it was good.


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Post by: Leggett on Tuesday, March 10, 2009, 00:20:05
due to the untimely demise of my xbox and the resultant free time bestowed upon me, i've just got round to watching There Will Be Blood. really enjoyed the film, the acting was good (although my Day-Lewis sounded a bit like Ron Burgendy at times... :P


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Post by: jayohaitchenn on Tuesday, March 10, 2009, 19:07:28
Tonight I have decided to sit down with Being John Malkovic.  I love this film.  May follow it with Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind as well, another great.

2 of my favourite films them. Human Nature is pretty good if you like Charlie Kaufman stuff.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Tuesday, March 10, 2009, 23:19:17
2 of my favourite films them. Human Nature is pretty good if you like Charlie Kaufman stuff.

I'm a gig fan of Human Nature.  I didn't enjoy Adaption much though - not sure why.

Tonights viewing - Memento.  A splendid film.


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, March 10, 2009, 23:30:22
I haven't seen Adaptation. since it was in the cinema - I loved it though.


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Post by: Doore on Tuesday, March 10, 2009, 23:40:57
On the film subject - any thoughts on Slumdog Millionnaire?  I had a great deal of cynicism, never believe the hype, exploitative, over-romanticised thoughts - and then I saw it.  Best film I have seen for a fair few years.


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Post by: bigbobjoylove on Wednesday, March 11, 2009, 04:08:55
On the film subject - any thoughts on Slumdog Millionnaire?  I had a great deal of cynicism, never believe the hype, exploitative, over-romanticised thoughts - and then I saw it.  Best film I have seen for a fair few years.

Pretty good I thought. Preferred Gran Torino, mind.

Into the Wild is a film I recommend.


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Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Wednesday, March 11, 2009, 23:32:00
Started watching 'Quarantine'. Turned it off after half an hour, booooring.

Gran Torino, which I just watched however, was fucking ace. Never expected to laugh that much.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 00:22:48
just watched citizen kane. its is ace as usual.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: RobertT on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 00:32:13
just watched citizen kane. its is ace as usual.

Your statement suggests you watch films a second time truly believing it may have fundamentaly changed. 


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 00:40:25
my opinion may change, its like taste buds, i used to hate whiskey now i love it, however i have always hated spam.


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Post by: Sussex on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 07:07:59
Tonights viewing - Memento.  A splendid film.

Indeed. Asked for it for my birthday, did I get it. Pffft.


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Post by: Bob's Orange on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 09:09:24
There was some bizzare French film on last night called T4XI. Djibril Cisse was in it and it was set in Marseille. The 20 minutes I watched during half time of the Man U game were truly awful


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 09:11:58
I watched the History Boys last night and it was okay.


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 10:02:50
Rich do they sell the film "bring it on" in your HMV I need to buy it for inspiration and I cant find it anywhere - ideally I would like to pay less than £5


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Post by: LucienSanchez on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 10:07:18
http://www.play.com/DVD/DVD/4-/91613/Bring-It-On/Product.html


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 10:09:07
hmmmm £4.99 - I was hoping for more like £3 really ;)

I also need to watch High School musical 1/2/3 as Im doing a kids cheerleading day over Easter

oooh Troy!


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 10:13:07
Tesco have it online too, it's about the same price.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 16:46:02
Rich do they sell the film "bring it on" in your HMV I need to buy it for inspiration and I cant find it anywhere - ideally I would like to pay less than £5

Yes they do - it's on the 4 for £20 - so it'll be £6 probably. Cheaper online, or anywhere else!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 16:48:10
Im not a great buyer of Doovdes - is it just me or does 4 for £20 not seem that much of a bargain? sorry to slag off your place of work!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 16:50:55
Im not a great buyer of Doovdes - is it just me or does 4 for £20 not seem that much of a bargain? sorry to slag off your place of work!

Depends what's in there really - they tends to be the same titles. I've never bought a lot of DVD's other than when I've worked at Blockbuster and now HMV.


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Post by: Gelbfüßler on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 16:54:02
There was some bizzare French film on last night called T4XI. Djibril Cisse was in it and it was set in Marseille. The 20 minutes I watched during half time of the Man U game were truly awful

Think that's the 4th Taxi film. The original has a quality soundtrack.


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Post by: flammableBen on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 17:14:18
I watched a film last night,


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 17:15:20
I watched a film last night,

Go on......


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 17:29:15
eugh I just read they are making a sequal to Tron

This is actually the scariest film in the world ever

Especially if you had to sleep over at your cousins and have the Tron Duvet cover :(


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 17:31:35
Sorry. I watched an old Robinson Crusoe film from 1954. It was pretty good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 17:34:28
Basically the only places I buy DVDs these days are CEX, which I think is about as good as a second hand shop can be, play.com and perhaps amazon if I want something a bit rarer.

Buying DVDs on the high street doen't make economic sense most of the time.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 17:43:14
Buying DVDs on the high street doen't make economic sense most of the time.

I agree to an extent. But people still like to browse and purchase on the High Street. The store I work at is doing better than last year.


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Post by: michael on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 18:43:50
I have in my possession a copy of "JCVD", starring Jean-Claude Van Damme as himself.

Scoring a respectable 7.6 on IMDB, this will surely be the pinnacle of his career.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 18:44:40
JCVD was generally well reviewed


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Post by: oxford_fan on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 18:59:44
It scored an average of 7.6 on IMDB.


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Post by: michael on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 19:01:52
I can't see it being better than AWOL, or Universal Soldier... but then not many films are.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 19:06:10
I've just watched Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure.


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Post by: jayohaitchenn on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 23:11:22
I haven't seen Adaptation. since it was in the cinema - I loved it though.

Sorry to go back a few pages but I don't read this thread much. Adaptation is only as good as it is because of Rhys Ifans.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, March 12, 2009, 23:33:11
Sorry to go back a few pages but I don't read this thread much. Adaptation is only as good as it is because of Rhys Ifans.

Rhys Ifans is in Adaptation?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, March 13, 2009, 00:10:40
I just watched Jerry Maguire again.

Still a good film. Proper characters which seem to be missing from films of the last 6 months.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, March 13, 2009, 00:15:37
I liked Jerry Maguire - I'm a sucker for a bit of Cameron Crowe Americana though. Almost Famous is among my favourite films.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, March 13, 2009, 00:17:20
slumdog, frost nixon, milk all have proper characters.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, March 13, 2009, 00:20:01
slumdog, frost nixon, milk all have proper characters.

I am awaiting all of those, I probably should have said 'of the films I've watched in the last 6 months that have been released on DVD'.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, March 13, 2009, 00:20:51
I liked Jerry Maguire - I'm a sucker for a bit of Cameron Crowe Americana though. Almost Famous is among my favourite films.

Almost famous is indeed great. Kate Hudson is awesome.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: DV on Friday, March 13, 2009, 00:34:18
I just watched Jerry Maguire again.

Still a good film. Proper characters which seem to be missing from films of the last 6 months.

It was on Sky1 a while back and I Sky plused it, watched it last week hence the signature.

I really dont watch that many films....


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, March 13, 2009, 00:34:49
Oh yeah, just noticed.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, March 13, 2009, 00:35:20
Rambo III was on tonight and thats got proper characters, although I admit it's a bit older than 6 months.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: bigbobjoylove on Friday, March 13, 2009, 01:19:27
"You have no experience of war, do you?"

"Fired a couple of shots"

Speaking of Stallone, couldn't help but notice this gem coming up

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1320253/

Looks an ace cast, especially with Stone Cold Steve Austin and that bird from Buffy being added.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, March 13, 2009, 11:04:34
JCVD was generally well reviewed

In what publication?! Have you seen good reviews?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Saturday, March 14, 2009, 00:12:11
Just watched Tropic Thunder. It didn't make me laugh all that much but it kept me interested throughout.

I thought Cruise's character was unfunny going by the clips I saw on Jonathan Ross but he did make me chuckle in the film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Saturday, March 14, 2009, 01:46:03
Just watched 'How to lose friends and alienate people', which is quite fitting actually. Was pretty good (Pegg fan though).


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Saturday, March 14, 2009, 10:38:23
In what publication?! Have you seen good reviews?
  DVD review it got good marks, and a couple of the london papers, still wont bother though. Watched Death Race last night, pretty crap really.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Saturday, March 14, 2009, 14:16:33
Caught Children of men last night was ok, Caine's pot obsessed character was a highlight but it was a bit of a naff ride through to a predictable ending.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, March 16, 2009, 00:06:01
Children of Men was worth a go. The scene where the burning car comes out of the woods, and the ensuing chase with motorbike gunmen was pretty ace.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, March 16, 2009, 02:11:06
i just watched eden lake.

not spectacular by any means but one of the most unrelentlingly brutal films i've ever seen. an english halfway point between them and funny games.


it's on sky box office now btw


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, March 16, 2009, 13:18:52
I watched Brighton Rock last night. It was no Rambo: First Blood.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: LucienSanchez on Monday, March 16, 2009, 13:30:31
Last nigth i took in Burn After Reading, which i thought was excellent


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Monday, March 16, 2009, 13:37:36
Not sure if anyone has mentioned it yet but i watched green street 2 stand your ground last night,it's not very often the second film is better that the first but in this case it is.

More realistic than the first and much better without that yank in it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxSMzbXD7Kw

I have to say i enjoyed this film.

 


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, March 16, 2009, 13:44:21
Looks like an even bigger load of bollocks. Why's the setting all wrong, that can't be an English prison.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Monday, March 16, 2009, 13:51:36
On that note about the prison,i suppose it don't look that english but that's a minor detail to me,it's easy to pick holes in every film made when you think about it.

I thought the acting was much better and woman who played the evil cow as the prison guard done a good job.   


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Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Monday, March 16, 2009, 15:53:15
Looks like 'Mean Machine' to me.


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Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, March 16, 2009, 15:54:52
i just watched larry clark's kids. bit disappointing, a meandering and pointless plot punctuated with incomprehensible dialogue.


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Post by: flammableBen on Monday, March 16, 2009, 15:58:12
Is that the aids one?

Look at these crazy kids with their irresponsible behaviour, taking drugs and having sex. Oh look some to all have or may have aids. The end.

Yeah I've never really been that bothered about it either. I'm not sure why I've seen it twice.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, March 16, 2009, 16:01:24
that's pretty much it. i think the best scene was with the cigar smoking bearded taxi driver.


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Post by: larwood on Monday, March 16, 2009, 16:02:52
I'm looking forward to the Damned united.Out at the end of the month.Will be making a trip to Shaw ridge for that one :nod:

Haven't read the book its based on but i'm currently working my way through the Red Riding Quartet by the same author,David Peace.Tbh if you've read any of them you'd know not to go to Leeds....ever  ;)


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, March 16, 2009, 16:03:58
I'm going to watch Marley & Me this week. I really can't wait.


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, March 16, 2009, 16:09:38
I'm looking forward to the Damned united.Out at the end of the month.Will be making a trip to Shaw ridge for that one :nod:

Haven't read the book its based on but i'm currently working my way through the Red Riding Quartet by the same author,David Peace.Tbh if you've read any of them you'd know not to go to Leeds....ever  ;)

is that the same as the TV series with Sean Bean thats on channel 4? been watching that its dead scary! the damned united also looks good - might take my daddykins to see it


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Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, March 16, 2009, 16:11:01
sean bean? i thought it was paddy considine?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, March 16, 2009, 16:13:56
I think Charlotte is right.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, March 16, 2009, 16:14:11
what????? eh? is that a brainy persons joke?

Or have I got his name wrong? no Im sure hes called Sean Bean - Like a northern man? was in a film about Sheffield United once?


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Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, March 16, 2009, 16:15:37
errr, no paddy considine is an actor and is in the red riding trilogy too.

[url width=360 height=264]http://l.yimg.com/img.movies.yahoo.com/ymv/us/img/hv/photo/movie_pix/magnolia/dead_man_s_shoes/_group_photos/paddy_considine3.jpg[/url]

i didn't know sean bean was in it. i thought he'd given up on acting or something.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, March 16, 2009, 16:15:54
Apaprently Paddy Considine is in it as well. Mystery solved.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, March 16, 2009, 16:19:29
Doesn't Paddy Considine play Sean Bean in it?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, March 16, 2009, 16:20:41
Doesn't Paddy Considine play Sean Bean in it?

No Sean Bean plays Paddy Consadine I think.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, March 16, 2009, 16:23:59
ahhhh there we go!


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, 09:27:42
watched cass, was alright. nothing special. Heres a question about lovefilm....

how can you stop the cunts sending you extras dvds, i have now had 4 of these fuckers and dont say stop ordering them because i dont.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, 10:26:23
What do you mean by extra DVD's? Do you mean the special features discs, like 'the making of' and the outtakes and such?


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Post by: Rustle on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, 10:58:30
I think he means other titles sam,I used to order music one's at one time and they kept sending me other ones i did't want.

It's a marketing trick you either send them back or you end up buying them,it's a fucking pain to keep sending them back.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, 11:53:10
no i mean the making of AND wrong titles, its starting to get on my tits.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, 12:22:17
For the making of ones, you need to delete them off your list when you post the feature disc back.

I've never been sent wrong discs so can't help you on that front.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, 13:37:28
watched tropic thunder last night, made me chuckle. i've seen tom cruise in a whole different light too, haha! :D


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, 23:53:57
I was sent a feature disc once - you can delete them from your list.

I've still never received an incorrect DVD out of 200 posted.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, March 19, 2009, 11:48:00
Last night I watched 'The Wave' and it was pretty good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Thursday, March 19, 2009, 11:58:10
I was sent a feature disc once - you can delete them from your list.

I've still never received an incorrect DVD out of 200 posted.


 Up to around 500 now and never had a wrong one, around 2 or 3  faulty, and 1 go awol en route, pretty good service really.


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Post by: Spy on Thursday, March 19, 2009, 12:05:22
I watched Meet the Fockers last night. Not the best film ever but some amusing interplay between the characters.


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Post by: Bob's Orange on Thursday, March 19, 2009, 12:20:29
I watched Meet the Fockers last night. Not the best film ever but some amusing interplay between the characters.

Watched this ages ago. Thought it was terrible.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Thursday, March 19, 2009, 12:23:01
I watched Meet the Fockers last night. Not the best film ever but some amusing interplay between the characters.

Watched this ages ago. Thought it was terrible.


Agree a pile of dog shite in my opinion..

each to their own tho.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, March 19, 2009, 13:14:32
Like I said, its not exactly the greatest film in the world but there are a lot of worse hollywood comedies.


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Post by: Bob's Orange on Thursday, March 19, 2009, 13:17:51
Like I said, its not exactly the greatest film in the world but there are a lot of worse hollywood comedies.

StepBrothers and Meet the Fockers are the worst comedy films I have seen, but I don't watch a lot of films to be fair!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, March 19, 2009, 13:19:07
Step Brothers is fucking ace.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, March 19, 2009, 13:52:58
Like I said, its not exactly the greatest film in the world but there are a lot of worse hollywood comedies.

StepBrothers and Meet the Fockers are the worst comedy films I have seen, but I don't watch a lot of films to be fair!!

Have you never seen anything with adam sandler in?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Thursday, March 19, 2009, 14:01:59
Like I said, its not exactly the greatest film in the world but there are a lot of worse hollywood comedies.

StepBrothers and Meet the Fockers are the worst comedy films I have seen, but I don't watch a lot of films to be fair!!

Have you never seen anything with adam sandler in?

Happy Gilmore and the Waterboy, both of which were not bad. Oh and I think The Wedding Singer which was ok as well.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, March 19, 2009, 17:08:48
Step Brothers is fucking ace.

I watched it last night, crap first 40 minutes but after that it was alright.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, March 19, 2009, 17:09:26
Like I said, its not exactly the greatest film in the world but there are a lot of worse hollywood comedies.

StepBrothers and Meet the Fockers are the worst comedy films I have seen, but I don't watch a lot of films to be fair!!

Have you never seen anything with adam sandler in?

Happy Gilmore and the Waterboy, both of which were not bad. Oh and I think The Wedding Singer which was ok as well.

Happy Gilmore is superb, especially jaws' cameo.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Thursday, March 19, 2009, 17:40:35
That was Adam Sandlers  pinnacle he should have quit after that.


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, March 19, 2009, 22:26:23
I just watched Marley and Me. Didn't realise it was quite a sad film in the end. Not really the best film to see on a date. Still I didn't cry so at least she doesn't know I'm a big girls blouse. Yet.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Friday, March 20, 2009, 00:08:59
the best jaws bit other than jaws is from clerks

"salsa shark...we're going to need a bigger boat"

admittedly adapted a tad


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, March 20, 2009, 10:03:54
Si had a date???? oooooh

I watched theres something about Mary last night - I dont think I had ever watched it before - it was quite funny but I fell asleep before the end


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, March 20, 2009, 10:33:17
watched W this morning, fucking worrying as hell but pretty good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, March 20, 2009, 12:21:26
I watched mulholland drive last night. That films fucked up


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, March 20, 2009, 12:41:33
I watched mulholland drive last night. That films fucked up

I've never seen it. Is it just arty and wird or is it actually good too?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, March 20, 2009, 12:44:28
I liked it a bit to start with, then lost total track of it at the end. My housemate tried explaining the symbolism and it kind of made sense, but it was still properly strange.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, March 20, 2009, 12:50:22
Si had a date???? oooooh

What's that supposed to mean?


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Post by: sonicyouth on Friday, March 20, 2009, 12:56:31
I liked it a bit to start with, then lost total track of it at the end. My housemate tried explaining the symbolism and it kind of made sense, but it was still properly strange.
you need to watch it at least once or twice more for it to click. if you've got the DVD, there is a list of symbols to look out for - worth persevering with...

watched chasing amy last night. t'was pretty good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, March 20, 2009, 13:04:26
It means Im nosey and I wanna know more!

Pm me if necessary! ;)


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Post by: Danjackson10 on Friday, March 20, 2009, 13:07:26
not strictly a film but have just finished season 2 of prison break! really good season, need to buy 3 now


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, March 20, 2009, 13:13:13
It means Im nosey and I wanna know more!

Pm me if necessary! ;)

Ask your sister.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, March 20, 2009, 13:22:21
I wish you were going out with my sister rather than the 42 year old that currently is!


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Post by: Spy on Friday, March 20, 2009, 14:09:52
Saw Bronson last night. Read his autobiography ages ago and liked it but the film disappointed me a bit.


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Post by: Talk Talk on Friday, March 20, 2009, 14:49:04
I wish you were going out with my sister rather than the 42 year old that currently is!
That depends on how old your sister is. The 'Trophy Rule' for a bloke is half his age plus 7 years. So it would be socially acceptable if she was 28. Is she younger or older than you, Charlotte?

Lucky bugger anyway  :D


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, March 20, 2009, 15:05:25
no shes younger thats my problem


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Post by: Dazzza on Friday, March 20, 2009, 16:54:37
White Noise II

No idea why I placed this on the old Love Film list as the first wasn’t the best and the 2nd wasn’t really much better either.   Although as recent horror goes it’s probably one of the better films I’ve seen of late, which doesn’t say much.

Bit of a mad concept.  Stare at the static of an un-tuned TV and listen and watch for the dead.  I already have a name for this and it’s called Babestation where every night I get to watch a sketchy shaky image of some cosmetically amended blonde with a dead look in her eyes talk to the sub-human.  All for £2.99 a minute.

5/10

Anyone recommend any decent new horror?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, March 20, 2009, 16:58:59
White Noise II

No idea why I placed this on the old Love Film list as the first wasn’t the best and the 2nd wasn’t really much better either.   Although as recent horror goes it’s probably one of the better films I’ve seen of late, which doesn’t say much.

Bit of a mad concept.  Stare at the static of an un-tuned TV and listen and watch for the dead.  I already have a name for this and it’s called Babestation where every night I get to watch a sketchy shaky image of some cosmetically amended blonde with a dead look in her eyes talk to the sub-human.  All for £2.99 a minute.

5/10

Anyone recommend any decent new horror?


I haven't seen it but that .rec film is supposed to be well good.

I was thinking about Wolf Creek earlier? You seen that? One of the best horrors I've ever seen.

Eden Lake is worth a watch. Not totally groundbreaking but yeah.. Its british too.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Friday, March 20, 2009, 17:02:52
I've heard good things about Eden Lake too, though horror isn't really my thing. REC is also highly recommended - but whatever you do, don't get the American remake, "Quarantine", cos its fuckin shit.


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Post by: Spy on Friday, March 20, 2009, 17:05:01
ibelieve I assume you haven't seen REC either and just saw good reviews or did you actually see it?

I wanna hear from someone whos actually seen it.

Its italian isn't it?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Friday, March 20, 2009, 17:08:30
No I haven't seen it, but I work in a video shop so you can trust my opinions ;)


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Post by: Rustle on Friday, March 20, 2009, 17:12:19
I like wolf creek and white noise 2.

Not much about in the horror department at the moment,but saying that im not a horror fan,the mrs is big on horror tho.

Here's a couple of her favs

Midnight meat train 2008 (vinnie jones)  http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0805570/
See No Evil 2006     http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0437179/
  


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Friday, March 20, 2009, 17:35:18
Horror fans, Hellraiser is being re-made shortly by Pascal Laudiger (sp) who is highly rated and seems a good bet to re-capture the original Clive Barker vision.

I suppose I was being a bit harsh on White Noise but it's a tad bland.  Wolf Creek is deffo worth a sniff I saw that a while back.



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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, March 20, 2009, 17:54:33
dazza watch the orphanage, not your usual horror show but fucking odd and scary anyway.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Friday, March 20, 2009, 18:03:37
dazza watch the orphanage, not your usual horror show but fucking odd and scary anyway.

Saw it off the back of a recommendation on here, think it was you Mex old boy.  Definately a cracking watch and a nice ending.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Friday, March 20, 2009, 19:23:00
eden lake is well worth watching.

isn't quarantine a shot-for-shot remake of REC?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, March 20, 2009, 19:24:07
Horror fans, Hellraiser is being re-made shortly by Pascal Laudiger (sp) who is highly rated and seems a good bet to re-capture the original Clive Barker vision.

Yeah read about this. Clive Barker is writing the screen play.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Friday, March 20, 2009, 19:31:11
eden lake is well worth watching.

isn't quarantine a shot-for-shot remake of REC?

Someone else suggested the same thing to me.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, March 20, 2009, 20:33:29
I wish you were going out with my sister rather than the 42 year old that currently is!

That reminds me, I watched Kidulthood yesterday too. Didn't really rate it all that much.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Friday, March 20, 2009, 22:20:02
yes, quarantine is a remake of REC. i've got REC, not watched it yet!


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Post by: axs on Friday, March 20, 2009, 23:33:54
I just watched War, Inc. It's quite good (I am a bit of a Cusack fan though) although seems a little confused as to whether it is political satire or a comedy.

It also has the excellent Ben Kingsley in it.


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Post by: bigbobjoylove on Saturday, March 21, 2009, 00:33:49
Anyone recommend any decent new horror?


Not really new but not many seem to have seen it, Canadian film called Cube. I always liked that one, although it's one of those you either love or hate. Has a 7.5 on imdb. Avoid the prequel and sequel like the plague though.

Another is a French film called 'Them' if you don't mind subtitles. Short film and takes a while to get going but very good I thought.

Thought The Mist was reasonable enough.

Edit - Not really a horror film but I thought Blindness was a good watch. More of a drama/mystery really but has some horror/unpleasant scenes in.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Saturday, March 21, 2009, 00:52:08
Got Cube and the sorry sequel on DVD.

Cracking film, will have to give Them a shout Bob, ta.



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Post by: BANGKOK RED on Sunday, March 22, 2009, 12:19:22
Just watched slumdog millionaire, what a great movie and worthy of all the hype.

And HOW FIT is that girl!!


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Post by: sonicyouth on Sunday, March 22, 2009, 12:22:22
i watched michael clayton last night. very good, excellent cast and it's nice to watch a modern film that's paced correctly.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, March 22, 2009, 21:49:51
Just watched 88 Minutes with Al Pacino, a clever murder thriller type affair. Pacino was class as usual, but it's not one of his best.

7/10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Sunday, March 22, 2009, 22:06:16
Rock N Rolla last night, 6.5 out of 10.  Not bad and an enjoyable Richie stereotyped gangsta 90 minutes.  Worth a squirt with a hangover but nothing to porn penguin about.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Monday, March 23, 2009, 00:04:53
Just watched hot rod, and can honestly say it is possibly one of the funniest films i have seen in a long long long time


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Post by: Doore on Monday, March 23, 2009, 00:17:24
Two films I will be seeing in the next couple of weeks - The Damned Utd and Lesbian Vampire Killers.  I have high hopes for one of them.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, March 23, 2009, 05:19:50
i have yet to see a good review of that horne/corden film


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: jayohaitchenn on Monday, March 23, 2009, 08:25:04
Not really new but not many seem to have seen it, Canadian film called Cube. I always liked that one, although it's one of those you either love or hate. Has a 7.5 on imdb. Avoid the prequel and sequel like the plague though.

Another is a French film called 'Them' if you don't mind subtitles. Short film and takes a while to get going but very good I thought.

Thought The Mist was reasonable enough.

Edit - Not really a horror film but I thought Blindness was a good watch. More of a drama/mystery really but has some horror/unpleasant scenes in.

The Cube is one of my favourite filums ever. Though the prequel was ok, but the sequel was fucking toss.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Monday, March 23, 2009, 09:56:24
Just watched hot rod, and can honestly say it is possibly one of the funniest films i have seen in a long long long time

Very underrated film. Think I was the only person to rent it when it came out! Although someone did request it while I was at work yesterday.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Monday, March 23, 2009, 10:09:46
I watched King Of Kong, last night, basically about a guys attempt to beat the world record for Donkey Kong held for 20 years by a shify Nick Cave lookalike, lots of dodgy goings on and backstabbing, really worth a look if you have even a passing interest in video games.


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Post by: BANGKOK RED on Monday, March 23, 2009, 16:29:24
Just watched Quantum of Solace, and I likey.

I do like the revamped tougher, rougher yet more sensitive Bond and I think that Daniel Craig pulls it off very well.

Being a bit of a bond fan, and not just the films but the whole bond persona, I know that the last two (which are also the first two) bond films along with sequels will see the raw bond develop into the cultured, sophisticated suave Connery type bond that we are so familiar with.

I am looking forward to the next movies and I hope that Daniel Craig stays as part of Bond's development.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Monday, March 23, 2009, 18:27:40
Just watched Quantum of Solace, and I likey.

I do like the revamped tougher, rougher yet more sensitive Bond and I think that Daniel Craig pulls it off very well.

Being a bit of a bond fan, and not just the films but the whole bond persona, I know that the last two (which are also the first two) bond films along with sequels will see the raw bond develop into the cultured, sophisticated suave Connery type bond that we are so familiar with.

I am looking forward to the next movies and I hope that Daniel Craig stays as part of Bond's development.


I agree with all that and enjoyed the two aswell,he fit's the mould perfect as does dame judy dench as M.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Monday, March 23, 2009, 22:16:13
I just watched "The Bank Job", starring the UK's premier action hero Jason Statham.

This man has it all: He can growl menacingly, he can ripple, and he has a hairy chest. What a man.

In fact I would go as far as to say he is in the top 2 active action heroes worldwide.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Monday, March 23, 2009, 22:27:57
Not so much a film, but I started watching Band of Brothers on Blu-Ray tonight. I've seen the series before, but watching it again in high-def was immense. At the end of Ep. 1 where all the planes take off the sound was fucking awesome (through my stereo) and it sounded like my front room was going to take off.


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Post by: michael on Monday, March 23, 2009, 22:28:52
^^^^^^^^^

SPOILER ALERT


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, March 25, 2009, 19:33:07
Just bought Dark Knight. Got King of Kong and Let the Right One In on dowload right now too.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, March 25, 2009, 22:56:46
Watched Grizzly Man last night. Good documentary - the guy was doolally though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Thursday, March 26, 2009, 00:11:39
His fox mates were cool though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, March 26, 2009, 00:29:30
His fox mates were cool though.

He wanted the hat back real bad!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Thursday, March 26, 2009, 00:55:40
Ghost! Ghost I want that hat! That hat is a very important hat!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Saturday, March 28, 2009, 21:53:26
I watched Let The Right One In last night and as expected it was brilliant. Anyone else seen it? Its a swedish vampire film\love story. Its stylish, atmospheric, artistic and emotional.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, March 29, 2009, 10:54:32
Finally got round to watching City of God last night and it is definitely worth the hype.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Sunday, March 29, 2009, 12:07:12
Finally got round to watching City of God last night and it is definitely worth the hype.
  City of men is also very good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sussex on Sunday, March 29, 2009, 13:47:30
  City of men is also very good.

I've got City of Men but still haven't got around to watching it. City of God is quality.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, March 29, 2009, 16:20:15
  City of men is also very good.

I'm going to add it to my lovefilm list


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Fred Elliot on Sunday, March 29, 2009, 16:31:54
just finished watching Knowing

T'was good


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Sunday, March 29, 2009, 16:45:33
Watched Body of Lies and Lakeview Terrace recently - both decent films. Lakeview Terrace is quite a slow paced film, but I found it engrossing enough to keep me interested.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, March 29, 2009, 16:54:13
Has anyone seen The Rocker and is it much cop?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, March 29, 2009, 18:07:52
Has anyone seen The Rocker and is it much cop?

It didn't get good reviews. I like Rainn "Dwight Schrute" Wilson - so I'll watch when I can.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, March 29, 2009, 23:19:24
It didn't get good reviews. I like Rainn "Dwight Schrute" Wilson - so I'll watch when I can.

Yeah I had noticed, I just wanted something a little easy to watch with a girl, especially after my cock up with watching Marley and Me on a date. She did well and managed not to cry though, but I'm told it was a close run thing.

Anyway I'm sorted, we're going to watch Anchorman, even though I've seen it before at least I know what we're in store for.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Monday, March 30, 2009, 07:59:51
ive had city of men on high priority for 2 months. just watched bucket list which was ok ish.about to watch 13.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Monday, March 30, 2009, 09:03:39
Watched Lucky You on the way up to Delhi.

Was average and passed the 2 and a half hour flight adequately enough.


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, March 30, 2009, 09:37:37
I finally brought bring it on on Saturday - I even brought it in HMV just for Rich Pullen!


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Post by: LucienSanchez on Monday, March 30, 2009, 10:15:28
I caught Derailed over the weekend. I thought it was a pretty good film, even if Clive Owen's accent in it was truly awful.


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Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, March 30, 2009, 10:19:30
Watched Brokeback Mountain on channel 4 the other night (not my choice). It was alright, a love story really so not my cup of tea but livened up by the bum sex.

Watched Lucky You on the way up to Delhi.

Was average and passed the 2 and a half hour flight adequately enough.

I love films on planes. Managed to get through 3 on one of the flights to Tanzania, before falling asleep. The highlight was something from around 1942 about aliens threatening to blow up earth if we didn't embrace a peaceful form of international relations - any ideas what it was called, Reg maybe?

A no-brainer comedy always goes down well on flights too, I have wanted to see 'There Will Be Blood' for ages but couldn't be arsed with it when flying. And the planes where you can start watching any film at any time are awesome, its annoying if they have only two showings and you need a piss/nap.


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Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, March 30, 2009, 10:21:35
Just realised its probably not the best idea to post about Brokeback Mountain, from a Primary School, using a pupils username.


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Post by: Bob's Orange on Monday, March 30, 2009, 10:24:31
Watched Brokeback Mountain on channel 4 the other night (not my choice). It was alright, a love story really so not my cup of tea but livened up by the bum sex.

I love films on planes. Managed to get through 3 on one of the flights to Tanzania, before falling asleep. The highlight was something from around 1942 about aliens threatening to blow up earth if we didn't embrace a peaceful form of international relations - any ideas what it was called, Reg maybe?

A no-brainer comedy always goes down well on flights too, I have wanted to see 'There Will Be Blood' for ages but couldn't be arsed with it when flying. And the planes where you can start watching any film at any time are awesome, its annoying if they have only two showings and you need a piss/nap.

Jet Airways in India has a very good TV touch screen system where you can pause the film at your leisure.


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Post by: Miss Angry on Monday, March 30, 2009, 14:34:41
I watched John Q last night on 4+1 i really enjoyed it! Started watching it and then couldnt stop until it finished at bloody 2am


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, March 30, 2009, 14:57:55
And I think you're talking about 'The Day The Earth Stood Still' Oxford Fan. It's from the 50s, not sure what year but I'm sure IMDB could tell you that.


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Post by: Anteater on Monday, March 30, 2009, 15:04:40
The highlight was something from around 1942 about aliens threatening to blow up earth if we didn't embrace a peaceful form of international relations - any ideas what it was called, Reg maybe?


Was it ' The day the earth stood still' ?

Film due out in a couple of weeks called 'Let the right one in' - same director that did 'Pan's Labyrinth. Anyone heard any reviews ?

Beaten to it !!!


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Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, March 30, 2009, 15:39:30
That is indeed the one. It was good, I'd recommend it. The message is still relevant.

I see they have re-made it with Keanu Reeves starring (not a good sign). But it does have Kathy Bates (a good sign) and John Cleese (a sort of goodish sign). Anyone seen it? Not that I'd watch it.


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Post by: A Gent Orange on Monday, March 30, 2009, 16:01:05
With films on planes I watched Sunshine on the flight to Chile. It's the worst film to watch on a 4" inch screen. Almost no dialogue, hardly any plot and lots of highly detailed special effects in which the characters are tiny.

Looking forward to In The Loop though. Out on the 17th April it's the film version of The Thick Of I but it does have Tony Soprano in it, no nonces and some top swearing.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQrqMkCuHqA


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Post by: Spy on Monday, March 30, 2009, 16:06:22

Film due out in a couple of weeks called 'Let the right one in' - same director that did 'Pan's Labyrinth. Anyone heard any reviews ?


Yeah I posted on that at the weekend. Like I said, saw it friday night and its excellent, I loved it! I didn't know it wasn't out yet.


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, March 30, 2009, 16:36:51
That is indeed the one. It was good, I'd recommend it. The message is still relevant.

I see they have re-made it with Keanu Reeves starring (not a good sign). But it does have Kathy Bates (a good sign) and John Cleese (a sort of goodish sign). Anyone seen it? Not that I'd watch it.

I saw the original many years ago and thought it was a very good film and it must have been light years (excuse the pun) ahead of what anyone had seen at the time.

I wasn't aware it had been remade. Keanu Reeves  ???


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Monday, March 30, 2009, 16:57:15
The director of "Let The Right One In" isn't the "Pan's Labyrinth" guy, although it is also very rich visually and has a dark storyline as that film does.

The "Pan's Labyrinth" director is Guillermo del Toro whos currently directing "The Hobbit" which is being done as 2 films.


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Post by: michael on Monday, March 30, 2009, 17:05:09
With films on planes I watched Sunshine on the flight to Chile. It's the worst film to watch on a 4" inch screen. Almost no dialogue, hardly any plot and lots of highly detailed special effects in which the characters are tiny.

Looking forward to In The Loop though. Out on the 17th April it's the film version of The Thick Of I but it does have Tony Soprano in it, no nonces and some top swearing.

Sunshine is very much a cinema film. Wouldn't bother watching it anywhere else.

In The Loop I am very much excited about. Malcolm Tucker is a genius swearer.


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Post by: larwood on Monday, March 30, 2009, 17:16:41
According to the advert for Let the right one in on the back of my tv guide,Guillermo del Toro described it as 'A chilling fairytale.As delicate,haunting and poetic a film as you'll ever see.'
Not sure he'd get away with reviewing his own film  :D

Hopefully get to see The damned united soon.As usual make plans to go but soomething always gets in the way.Plus its not on at Shaw Ridge at the moment,so that means it'll have to be seen at Greenbridge,with its no leg room policy :cry:


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Monday, March 30, 2009, 17:17:22
thats only cos you and your bloke are 8 foot 6


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Post by: larwood on Monday, March 30, 2009, 17:23:35
 :)
I was going to say that i'm sure Si doesn't have a problem the leg room at Greenbridge,but stopped myself.Now your cruel jibe has made me say it.Take that short arses  ;)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, March 30, 2009, 17:38:32
I even brought it in HMV just for Rich Pullen!

The corporate machine I work for salutes you :)



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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 09:23:46
tee hee!! I thought of you when I brought it Rich! Plus theres not really any other DVD/music shops in the town centre anymore

Larwood Ive booked to see the Damned united Thursday with my daddykins at Greenbridge


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 10:33:42
:)
I was going to say that i'm sure Si doesn't have a problem the leg room at Greenbridge,but stopped myself.Now your cruel jibe has made me say it.Take that short arses  ;)

I'm sure I have more leg room at Greenbridge compared to Shaw Ridge, but it depends what screen you're in.



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Post by: Dazzza on Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 11:50:57
Saw ‘Cass’ on DVD last night.  T'was ok if not slightly another generic variant on the hoolie culture and film.  Plenty of violence and a very good picture of football through the ages from the 70’s through to the late 90’s.

Definitely an interesting character although I got the impression watching the film and having read the book years ago that old Carol used more than a little artistic license to portray himself in a positive light and at the same time not incriminate himself in any naughty business, which I suppose is fairly snuff but not very believable.

6.5/10


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Post by: Anteater on Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 12:02:54
Yeah I posted on that at the weekend. Like I said, saw it friday night and its excellent, I loved it! I didn't know it wasn't out yet.

Doh !  Sorry Spy I'll try to keep up in future  :-[


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Post by: Spy on Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 16:03:50
Doh !  Sorry Spy I'll try to keep up in future  :-[

I feel kind of ahead of the game on this one. :D Can see myself watching it again sometime soon.

You gonna watch it yeah? Let me know what you think.


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Post by: STFC_Gazza on Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 17:36:15
Saw Green Street 2 today.... its pretty much just one of the lads from the first film the guy waiting at the airport in Manchester "Dave" who reprises the same role in this film. Its basically the story of a load of football hooligans in jail after being nicked for the fight at the end of the first film. Basically a prison fight film... pretty pants prison yard fight film.


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Post by: Danjackson10 on Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 17:50:34
Just watched Damned United! Was an enjoyable watch but you feel you are only getting half a story! anyone else seen it?


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 20:09:28
Just literally got back myself.

Wasn't sure whether I wanted to watch it because it is fiction. It's no wonder the Leeds players have dismissed the book/film as they are depicted as smug, whiney little bitches.

Really enjoyed the interaction between Sheen and Broadbent (all be it brief).

It's a film - I've seen and read a lot of Brian Clough interviews, articles and books and some of it didn't relate to the Clough I imagine and remember (although he was at the end of his career during my earliest football following days!) but I'd recommend it.


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Post by: Bogus Dave on Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 20:30:21
I liked it, even it if it was (i assume) a little over dramaticized. Would be interesting to know how much of it actually happened


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Post by: Spy on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, 09:58:08
Watched Milk last night. Was getting wasted at the time tho so don't really remember the last bit. Seemed alright.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, 10:49:46
13 tszumati was fucking ace film, thoroughly recomend.


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Post by: bigbobjoylove on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, 11:27:25
The Man from Earth.

Excellent film.


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Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, 11:35:45
13 tszumati was fucking ace film, thoroughly recomend.
Is that the Argentinian one?


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Post by: sonicyouth on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, 20:37:03
i watched bubba ho-tep today. what an absolutely brilliant idea for a film and very enjoyable.


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, 20:40:34
i watched bubba ho-tep today. what an absolutely brilliant idea for a film and very enjoyable.

Bubba Ho-Tep is great - Ossie Davis was great in it.

Si Pie - I've bought The Rocker!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, 20:50:26
Bubba Ho-Tep is great - Ossie Davis was great in it.

they DYED me this colour!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, 20:51:21
they DYED me this colour!

I'm not a massive Bruce Campbell fan but the film is great - I prefer Ossie though may he rest in peace :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, 20:56:45
bruce campbell is brilliant, do you dislike him or just not much of a fan? i did think ossie davis was equally good though. in fact, he probably had some of the better dialogue...


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, 21:09:07
I don't hate him - I enjoy the Evil Dead movies but I'm not one of those "the man is a legend" on the basis of his poor acting ability :)


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Post by: Doore on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, 22:34:09
I've just borrowed There Will Be Blood - notwatched it yet, is it as good as all the hype?


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, 22:36:05
I enjoyed it at the cinema, I haven't seen it since.

Although I do recall loads slating it en route out of said cinema.


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Post by: axs on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, 22:36:18
It's a pretty good film, and Day-Lewis is class as always.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, April 2, 2009, 00:00:37
The Rocker was harmless enough, you'll either hate it or find it okay.

It's simply an easy vehicle for Rainn Wilson. It is more younger audience friendly than I hoped - other than that it's pretty much what I expected.

6/10.



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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Thursday, April 2, 2009, 00:02:37
Is that the Argentinian one?

nope its french and fucking mental, not going to tell you a thing about it apart from its one of the maddest stories i have ever seen.


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Post by: suttonred on Thursday, April 2, 2009, 08:10:06
I've just borrowed There Will Be Blood - notwatched it yet, is it as good as all the hype?
I thought DDL basically did a hammy rerun of bill the butcher. It's not bad but not in the same class as No Country For Old men, which it beat for a lot of the oscars.


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, April 2, 2009, 09:03:46
I forgot how incredibly genius Anchorman is.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Thursday, April 2, 2009, 10:40:47
i have peresopolis up next..........


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Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Thursday, April 2, 2009, 11:17:16
i have peresopolis up next..........

Good film. Very underrated IMO, but a very interesting insight.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Thursday, April 2, 2009, 14:50:59
Anyone else seen The Machinist and if so what did you think of it?

I’ve never seen a film quite that quite sets me on edge as it did.  Not the sort of squeamishness you sometimes get with a decent horror or thriller but a real jittery paranoia, although that may well have been the effects of last weekend in the Dam.

Christian Bale is a sickening sight at that weight.  Some of the scenes in the mirror when you can see how much his collar bone is protruding and spine is disturbing when you imagine how much weight he had to lose for the role.   Certainly I’d imagine it as life threatening and couldn’t imagine getting to that sort of weight.

Story wise it’s a grim old ride all the way through and not one for the depressed or those courting.  It’s an original script although I did feel it was dragging through the middle a bit and does end a little flatter than I felt all of that tension was leading to but in many ways it was quite apt the way it did end. 7.5/10


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Post by: Bennett on Thursday, April 2, 2009, 17:43:40
i really liked it dazza, it's definitely a film to watch and i think your rating reflects that.
i give your write up 9/10


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, April 3, 2009, 14:36:12
LOVED the damned united - thought it was such a sweet film

mind you it was like spot the Swindon player in the cinema last night


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, April 3, 2009, 15:00:24
Is that where Paynter and Timlin raced off to?


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, April 3, 2009, 15:14:30
nope didnt see them - Saw Sean Morrisson and JP Mcgovern though


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, April 3, 2009, 15:16:39
Romantic


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: 4D on Friday, April 3, 2009, 17:42:17
Has anyone seen the recent(ish) "The Hills have eyes" 1 & 2? Nearly bought the box set for £4.99 today. Are these two films any good?


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Post by: flammableBen on Saturday, April 4, 2009, 02:37:32
Watched a few films over the last couple of days. Misery - which was ace. Raising Arizona - which about 3/4trs of the way through I realised I didn't really care what happened so my boredom made us turn it off. Alien - which I've seen hundreds of times and is still ace. And Flash Gordon - which I hadn't seen for years and has left me craving more camp sci-fi - any suggestions?


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Saturday, April 4, 2009, 08:02:45
Peresopolis was great, really interesting and some beautiful animation. 7/10


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Post by: axs on Saturday, April 4, 2009, 08:08:33
I watched Elegy last night, based on the Philip Roth book, it's a bit slow to get going (first hour) but it's worth it in the end.

Ben Kingsley pulls off another great performance, he does seem to do a wide variety of characters very easily. Not too sure about Penelope Cruz playing opposite him, didn't really believe her character's actions.


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Post by: axs on Saturday, April 4, 2009, 08:09:55
Also watched Leatherheads, directed by george Clooney, not so good.

Has renee zellweger in it, I'm disliking her more and more, haven't liked her in a film since Me, myself and Irene.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Monday, April 6, 2009, 13:38:38
Saw The damned united.Twas good,not amazing.Sheen was brilliant as usual.
Still left the cinema feeling slightly underwhelmed though.Don't know why but football films just don't seem to work.They did a good job of portraying the relationship between Clough and Taylor and it was affecting but i suppose because you know the outcome [Clough/Taylor lead Forest to glory and Don Revie ends up selling out to the Arabs] it loses a bit of its power.Plus its nothing compared to watching one of my fellas football videos from that era.

Having said all that Clough is a legend and it was good to see Taylor getting some credit which he doesn't always get,so all in all an ok watch  :)

The wig on the actor who played Billy Bremner was dodgy,Bremner wasn't blond was he  ??? He was far to Scottish to be blond!!


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Post by: suttonred on Monday, April 6, 2009, 13:43:46
Watched a few films over the last couple of days. Misery - which was ace. Raising Arizona - which about 3/4trs of the way through I realised I didn't really care what happened so my boredom made us turn it off. Alien - which I've seen hundreds of times and is still ace. And Flash Gordon - which I hadn't seen for years and has left me craving more camp sci-fi - any suggestions?
  Barbarella, cant get any stranger than that.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, April 6, 2009, 13:48:25
Ooh I'd forgotten about Barbarella. Haven't watched it for ages.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: 4D on Monday, April 6, 2009, 19:36:06
Watched a few films over the last couple of days. Misery - which was ace. Raising Arizona - which about 3/4trs of the way through I realised I didn't really care what happened so my boredom made us turn it off. Alien - which I've seen hundreds of times and is still ace. And Flash Gordon - which I hadn't seen for years and has left me craving more camp sci-fi - any suggestions?

Not a film but a complete series "LOST IN SPACE" (I am referring to the 1960's version) :alien:


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Post by: sonicyouth on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 09:04:08
xtro. it had the added bonus of being a video nasty...


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Post by: donkey on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 09:09:08
Having said all that Clough is a legend and it was good to see Taylor getting some credit which he doesn't always get,so all in all an ok watch  :)

I was glad Taylor got some credit too, people forget about his contribution, he was vital for Clough's success.  Together they would gave been bloody great for England.


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 12:48:08
Saw The damned united.Twas good,not amazing.Sheen was brilliant as usual.
Still left the cinema feeling slightly underwhelmed though.Don't know why but football films just don't seem to work.They did a good job of portraying the relationship between Clough and Taylor and it was affecting but i suppose because you know the outcome [Clough/Taylor lead Forest to glory and Don Revie ends up selling out to the Arabs] it loses a bit of its power.Plus its nothing compared to watching one of my fellas football videos from that era.


You've just spoilt the plot for me now. Thanks!  >:(


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Post by: Samdy Gray on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 12:55:19
So far this week I've watched Rocknrolla, Untraceable and The Last Boy Scout. All bearable but nothing brilliant.

Coming up next I have The Recruit and Burn After Reading.


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Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 13:52:56
Seen Taken, this week, good 1st half to the film, but then its all bang bang, kick, punch for the rest could have been better, and maybe the extended version is, 6/10, and Transiberian, about 4 westerners on the foresaid train with a dodgy kgb(ish) cop in the shape of ben Kingsleybefriending! them, again another 6/10.


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 13:56:07
Tomorrow I'm going to see Paul Merton talk about some of his favourite pre-talkie films + a couple of screenings. Looking forward to it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 14:08:21
I just couldn't get over the basis of why the daughter was kidnapped in 'Taken'. It definitely wanted to be more of an action flick than a crime thriller, but it could never choose which it wanted, which is why it's only an average film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 16:13:14
I just couldn't get over the basis of why the daughter was kidnapped in 'Taken'. It definitely wanted to be more of an action flick than a crime thriller, but it could never choose which it wanted, which is why it's only an average film.

To be hooked on heroin and used as a prostitute to earn money for unscrupulous fellows.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 16:40:25
Yes but why did they pick women that weren't from the Eastern block? Apparently because they're worth more but surely it's cheaper to source the other kind of women, who they could bulk sell?

Neeson's suspicions of going to Paris were all but confirmed. It was far too OTT and unbelievable. If it was an all out action flick then the plot would be less open to scrutiny, but it wanted to be more sophisticated than that and it didn't work in my opinion.

I've not read the book, but I'm sure it would be better.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 16:57:46
Yes but why did they pick women that weren't from the Eastern block? Apparently because they're worth more but surely it's cheaper to source the other kind of women, who they could bulk sell?

Neeson's suspicions of going to Paris were all but confirmed. It was far too OTT and unbelievable. If it was an all out action flick then the plot would be less open to scrutiny, but it wanted to be more sophisticated than that and it didn't work in my opinion.

I've not read the book, but I'm sure it would be better.


Maybe they like the challenge?


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Post by: michael on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 17:00:10
Out of interest, are there any facets of the storyline that haven't been revealed here?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 17:00:25
Maybe. Or maybe they didn't ever think an ex-spy would get mediaeval on their asses. Fools, it was always going to happen eventually.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 17:02:29
Out of interest, are there any facets of the storyline that haven't been revealed here?

nothing that isn't revealed in the first 15 mins.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 17:02:43
or indeed the trailer.


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Post by: michael on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 17:03:11
One of those good films then


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 17:06:11
I did miss out the bit where the smackhead mother joins in for a bit of a mother/daughter special.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 23:14:17
I saw the Boat that Rocked on Saturday.  Very disjointed and poorly written.  Some poor acting performances.  Yet - I smiled all the way through and the soundtrack was, to unashamedly use an expletive and a cliche, fucking rocking.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sippo on Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 12:37:59
Just watched the new xmen film. Was pretty good.

See the new Green street movies out soon. Don't think I'll bother. Just set in a jail.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, April 9, 2009, 08:33:55
Watched Let the Right One In again last night. Excellent.

Also dunno if I already mentioned on here but watched Black Book recently after buying it ages ago and having it sit on my shelf. First time I've watched a WW2 film since seeing Downfall. Pretty good. A lot of twists in the plot.


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Post by: sonicyouth on Thursday, April 9, 2009, 09:17:40
watched twentyfourseven last night (the shane meadows film)... i forgot how depressing it was. great though.


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Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Thursday, April 9, 2009, 09:57:40
Watched the boat that rocked last night, enjoyed it a lot. Going to watch Fifty Dead Men Walking at some point today - it's based on a true story from 1980s Belfast, about spying and the IRA and shit.


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Post by: oxford_fan on Thursday, April 9, 2009, 13:57:42
Watched Let the Right One In again last night. Excellent.


I want to see this. Was it an American version?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, April 9, 2009, 14:57:43
I want to see this. Was it an American version?

There is no american version yet. Its swedish with subtitles. Theres a good torrent on the net. Easily one of the best vampires films ever. Maybe the best? Up there with Coppola's Dracula.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, April 9, 2009, 22:26:49
I just watched Four Brothers, good cast and a good ending but a bit strange in the middle where it seems like the plot is all but done. 3/5.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, April 9, 2009, 22:35:15
The Paul Merton silent movie evening I went to last night was pretty good.

Saw some early French stuff along with some Snub Pollard, Laurel & Hardy and Buster Keaton. I really like Keaton - he seemed to have had some kind of death wish throughout his career - he was a machine when it came to stunts.


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Post by: oxford_fan on Thursday, April 9, 2009, 22:41:11
Its swedish with subtitles. Theres a good torrent on the net. Easily one of the best vampires films ever. Maybe the best? Up there with Coppola's Dracula.

I read that as Count Duckula.

Sounds good, I'll go see it next Orange Wednesday.

Just back from the Damned United. It was a bit unbelievable in parts (having watched the documentary the other week) but on the whole worth a watch. Sheen mimiced him well.


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Post by: 4D on Thursday, April 9, 2009, 22:47:51
The Paul Merton silent movie evening I went to last night was pretty good.

Saw some early French stuff along with some Snub Pollard, Laurel & Hardy and Buster Keaton. I really like Keaton - he seemed to have had some kind of death wish throughout his career - he was a machine when it came to stunts.

Was it subtitled?


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Post by: suttonred on Friday, April 10, 2009, 07:09:38
Took my daughter to see Monsters V Aliens 3D last night, the 3d was stunning, it's come along way recently, wont be long before they will be doing every film in 3d. The film itself was pretty good to 7/10.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, April 10, 2009, 07:26:13
i tend to agree with OF about damned united, one point of note watching it at the duke of yorks in brighton, when they started bad mouthing brighton the audience was in stitches.


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Post by: Spy on Friday, April 10, 2009, 10:49:01
Just started downloading Switchblade Romance. Was recommended to me ages ago and I never got round to it. Any good?


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Post by: flammableBen on Friday, April 10, 2009, 12:42:50
Finally got round to watching The King of Kong last night. Good fun.


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Post by: sonicyouth on Friday, April 10, 2009, 14:57:04
watched walk the line last night, having owned a copy of it for 2 years or so - really enjoyed it, wasn't expecting to be so impressed.


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, April 10, 2009, 15:08:31
Joaquin Phoenix is baffling the United States at the moment with his "career choices". I think it's clearly a piss take and it's for some kind of Mockumentary which Casey Affleck is filming.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jI6Qtb6Tn4Q


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Post by: oxford_fan on Friday, April 10, 2009, 16:39:00
It's hard to tell from that video whether he's shit, or really shit.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, April 10, 2009, 16:51:46
Finally got round to watching The King of Kong last night. Good fun.

Yeah I watched that recently. Its pretty amusing.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Saturday, April 11, 2009, 04:59:53
watched city of men today was lush.


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Post by: axs on Saturday, April 11, 2009, 07:17:39
I finally got round to watching the Dark Knight, it's really good. Best Batman film ever.


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Post by: Rustle on Saturday, April 11, 2009, 11:22:05
I also thought Dark Knight was a very good flick,I watched punisher war zone last night which i happened to enjoy to,if you like popcorn flicks with loads of action this is worth a watch.

Much better than the first one.


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Post by: Sippo on Saturday, April 11, 2009, 15:13:56
I watched wedding crashers last night. Some nice boobs on there...


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Saturday, April 11, 2009, 17:32:18
Boobs aside, that was an awful film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, April 11, 2009, 17:47:54
I watched wedding crashers last night. Some nice boobs on there...

One on many comedies from this decent that goes on for too long. Although Will Ferrell's Funeral Crashing was funny.


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Post by: Anteater on Sunday, April 12, 2009, 18:47:43
I feel kind of ahead of the game on this one. :D Can see myself watching it again sometime soon.

You gonna watch it yeah? Let me know what you think.


Spy, saw this today and really enjoyed it (3 of us watching in in the Empire and one of those was my better half). Yes it was visually superb and a great modern take on an old story with an added twist. Worth the watch.

Also saw Little Miss Sunshine yeaterday on tv (my wife was more keen than me) and enjoyed that thoroughlly too ! Particularly her dance at the end.....superb !


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Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, April 13, 2009, 09:54:12
Saw Let The Right One In the other day, good but not amazing. Its a Scandanavian romance/vampire.

3/5


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Post by: Sippo on Monday, April 13, 2009, 19:55:14
Just finished watching the life of brian for the umpteenth time. Simply genius.

Briiiiiiiiian....


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Monday, April 20, 2009, 13:06:45
just watched bridge over the river kwai, going through a 2ww phase and its ace.


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Post by: Dazzza on Monday, April 20, 2009, 13:20:05
ad a monster film weekend and caught...

Death Race:  I cannot recommend this enough.  Based on the original B movie it does exactly what it says on the tin, superbly.  It won’t win any awards but it’s thoroughly entertaining and marvellous far fetched.  A Lovejoy-licious 8/10

The Bucket List: Slow, predictable but reasonably well done.  Should and could have been a lot better, especially with the cast involved but even still it quite an enjoyable watch and prompted me to write my own list.  6.5/10

Saw V: Mercifully short.  Not bad, not great and effectively a clone of every other film in the series with the added spin of ensuring the series has a foundation/excuse to continue.  Saw VI is already wrapped up and will go about wrapping up the loose ends.  I think it’ll prove to be the end of series.  5/10


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Post by: Doore on Monday, April 20, 2009, 23:32:43
I liked the first couple of Saw films, then got bored.  As you say, they basically clone each other - would have liked to have seen them try something different.

I had a war film night a couple of evenings back - watched Enemy at the Gates, We Were Soldiers and All Quiet on the Western Front.  That was a good evening.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sippo on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, 17:23:10
Do not watch Crank2.


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Post by: leefer on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, 17:49:53
Watched The Monsters Ball last night...aint seen it before,weird and depressing but Billy Bob Thornton was as menacing as ever...great actor.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, 19:25:07
That sex scene with BBT and Halle Berry in Monsters Ball is immense.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, 23:33:10
I've got Layer Cake, The Constant Gardner, Blade Runner and Enemy of the State to watch this week. Should be decent.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, 23:34:32
I am about to watch a room for romeo brass. i'll report back asap


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Post by: Sussex on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 05:36:26
I am about to watch a room for romeo brass. i'll report back asap

Is it quite a long film then?


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 06:36:40
its a wonderful life up this morning.


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Post by: Spy on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 09:16:07
Watched The Monsters Ball last night...aint seen it before,weird and depressing but Billy Bob Thornton was as menacing as ever...great actor.

That bit where his son says "you always hated me didn't you?" and hes like "yeah" then the son says "well I always loved you" and blows himself away.  :eek:

(sorry to give away the plot a bit there!)


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Post by: Gelbfüßler on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 09:23:04
Finally watched Der Baader Meinhof Komplex last night and probably loved it a bit too much. Despite it being the best part of two and a half hours long, it really doesn't get boring. If anything it feels like they tried to cram in too many 'attacks' and probably rushed German Autumn a bit much and as such failed to convey its impact.

The film was made even more special by Baader using the word 'Fotze' every 2 minutes.

If subtitles don't put you off, I thoroughly recommend it.


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Post by: Bogus Dave on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 09:42:00
Is it quite a long film then?

I've failed you all. :(

I liked the film, even if it was a bit too dark in some places for my pink fluffy mind. It had a happy ending though, so everythings allright at the end


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Post by: Bob's Orange on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 09:49:16
Watched the Departed on HBO but missed the start and it was heavily, heavily cut and didn't make much sense to me. Set in Boston which I hope to visit in November to see friends.

Also watch The Saint with Val Kilmer - Elisabeth Shue was hot back in the day. Perfectly harmless film.


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Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 11:07:54
It was mentioned further into the thread, but i saw Tropic Thunder at the weekend, and although not in the remotest a fan of Tom Cruise, he was hilarious. Never thought i would say it was worth watching a film just for his performance, but this is.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 14:58:37
I am about to watch a room for romeo brass. i'll report back asap

Ace film! Considine's best. The bit where he's dancing for the OAP's in genius.


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Post by: oxford_fan on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 15:00:21
Best to see it in context but nevermind

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Se4Pg-4pofc

38 sec


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 16:12:26
Its a wonderful life is proper lush, if you have never seen this film (which im sure most of you have at least once) must watch, all time classic, forgotten how good it is.


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Post by: Spy on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 16:20:26
I've never seen it. Its only really on at Christmas isn't it?


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 16:29:15
Im SO going to see Star Trek and flick my bean over Zac Quinto - Im totally obessed with the man - Is it wrong that I will fancy him as spock???


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 16:30:21
No but it's wrong you used the phrase flick the bean.


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 16:30:48
tee hee sorry - too much info?


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Post by: Spy on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 16:33:25
I just don't like that euphemism. Not really something I'd say and for me its not attractive for a girl to say.

It wasn't to do with being prudish.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 17:41:34
thing is its partly set at xmas but its not really a xmas film.


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Post by: axs on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 21:40:23
I just watched Somers Town and JCVD.

Somers town is very short, but has great characters and direction, makes bits of london look very evocative. Shane Meadows is always worth a watch.

JCVD is bizarre, I'm not sure whether it's a film, an autobiography or a swipe at the media and hollywood. I'm guessing it's a bit of all three, and it's definately 'a film for Belgium'. His little speech at the end of chapter 3 is very convincing.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 22:02:55
I've got the Life of Brian on at the mo.  "What Jesus fails to appreciate is that it's the meek who are the problem".  I've lost count of how many times I've watched it and yet I'm still, to turn a phrase, pissing myself.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 22:36:22
Life of Brian over.  I almost went to bed - then I put Fever Pitch on instead.  Nothing on the book, but a worthwhile watch.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: oxford_fan on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 23:10:29

JCVD is bizarre, I'm not sure whether it's a film, an autobiography or a swipe at the media and hollywood. I'm guessing it's a bit of all three, and it's definately 'a film for Belgium'. His little speech at the end of chapter 3 is very convincing.

What's JCVD then?

All I can think of is that Justin Collins has confused the monkeys at bristol zoo with local ladies, and has caught something nasty as a result. And has somehow spun it into one of those all too common Belgian anti-holloywood flicks, with the subplot of his rotting cock interwoven into the general storyline.

No?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 23:11:57
Jean Claude Van Damme, it's a film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 23:12:52
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1130988/


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Thursday, April 23, 2009, 00:33:35
I just watched napolean dynamite again. I know its a marmite film, But i adore it


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Post by: oxford_fan on Thursday, April 23, 2009, 18:58:31
Jean Claude Van Damme

Oh I see. I think a Belgian film about Justin Collins having Venerial Disease from monkey sex would be better.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Thursday, April 23, 2009, 19:04:05
Or maybe a film where a genetic cloning experiment goes wrong and Jim Carrey ends up pregnant with Vin Diesel's child. Sort of like a re-imagining of Junior. Schwarzenegger could make a cameo as the genetic scientist.

It's a fun family film which writes itself. Anybody got any Hollywood producers telephone numbers?


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Post by: suttonred on Thursday, April 23, 2009, 19:33:52
I just watched napolean dynamite again. I know its a marmite film, But i adore it

Quality film, i think one of my faves that i haven't seen for years is party party, anyone else rate it?


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, April 23, 2009, 20:06:23
I've seen it twice and both times I thought it was shit.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Thursday, April 23, 2009, 22:25:37
re-watched la haine last night for the first time since i studied it mercilessly for my film course.

possibly the best ending of any film i've seen...


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Thursday, April 23, 2009, 22:45:58
I watched State Of Play at a free showing last weekend and was told to go and tell 10 people to go and watch it.

So if 10 people read this then I have done my job and earnt my freebie.

:)


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Post by: michael on Thursday, April 23, 2009, 22:54:02
"Views" is currently at 22,233.

When it gets to 22,244 (because technically I had to view this again to write this) then I have achieved :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, April 23, 2009, 23:08:31
Is it any good though?


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Post by: michael on Thursday, April 23, 2009, 23:14:26
22,245 then.

It is reasonably good.

Probably worth watching for Rachel McAdams, who remains very fanciable. But then all the gains by casting her are almost entirely offset by Ben Affleck and his massive jaw being in it. I just cannot watch him and be convinced and actually found myself trying to gouge out my eyeballs when he was on-screen.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Friday, April 24, 2009, 07:05:07
I watched Saw V last night. Not a patch on the first two films, but still clever nonetheless.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, April 24, 2009, 09:44:23
Watched a film called Outsourcing on HBO last night.

Its about an American that goes to India to train Indians to sell crappy American products.

Its kind of what I am doing but without the crappy American products and that I am not American.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, April 24, 2009, 09:49:50
Watched a film called Outsourcing on HBO last night.

Its about an American that goes to India to train Indians to sell crappy American products.

Its kind of what I am doing but without the crappy American products and that I am not American.

I have people based offshore in india calling me at work with technical issues. Does the language barrier not frustrate you?

Also, no offence to anyone indian but the accent grates on me a bit sometimes.  :/


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, April 24, 2009, 09:54:58
I have people based offshore in india calling me at work with technical issues. Does the language barrier not frustrate you?

Also, no offence to anyone indian but the accent grates on me a bit sometimes.  :/

To be honest its much easier speaking face to face than over the phone so I don't really have many problems. I have been here since the middle of January so have got used to the accent.

The one thing that is kind of annoying is the Auto Rick drivers who haven't got the faintest idea where they are going in their own city! The fact they speak barely any English is an understandable challenge but the good ones who take me where I ask without trying to get me to go to their family's shops always get a nice tip from me and you get a geniune good feeling when you see the smile on their faces as these people earn an absolute pittance.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, April 24, 2009, 09:59:58
To be honest its much easier speaking face to face than over the phone so I don't really have many problems. I have been here since the middle of January so have got used to the accent.

The one thing that is kind of annoying is the Auto Rick drivers who haven't got the faintest idea where they are going in their own city! The fact they speak barely any English is an understandable challenge but the good ones who take me where I ask without trying to get me to go to their family's shops always get a nice tip from me and you get a geniune good feeling when you see the smile on their faces as these people earn an absolute pittance.

Also - as outsourcing is to save the company money in wages does that mean theres a huge gap in wages between you and the people directly under you as you are on a UK salary (and probably a good one seeing as you have to travel to offshore) and they are on an indian salary (altho its probably good by their standards).


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, April 24, 2009, 10:07:03
Also - as outsourcing is to save the company money in wages does that mean theres a huge gap in wages between you and the people directly under you as you are on a UK salary (and probably a good one seeing as you have to travel to offshore) and they are on an indian salary (altho its probably good by their standards).

Well I am actually on a Luxembourg salary and benefits which is way better than the UK for a start.

I have heard what an Indian salary is and their benefits are terribly poor for UK and Lux standards (maybe about 3-4k Euro a year) but bearing in mind the extremely low cost of living in India its not so bad but they are taken advantage of - for example some of them have to come into work this weekend and won't get paid overtime for it which I think is shocking and bearing in mind these people live pretty far away from Bangalore and use the weekend to visit their families as well which makes it worse.

I believe that the company is saving something like a million dollars per person per year for outsourcing to India. 


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Friday, April 24, 2009, 21:13:28
i just went to the cinema to watch gran torino as it had good reviews on imdb.

boy, was i disappointed :(

awful acting, poor screenplay, no clear idea of plot development... frustrating though because it had it's moments.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Monday, April 27, 2009, 08:51:51
Watched half of Super Troopers last night.

Was amusing enough and made me chuckle in places.


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Post by: Spy on Monday, April 27, 2009, 09:23:18
I bought and watched London to Brighton at the weekend. It was one of the bleakest if not the bleakest thing I've ever watched.

All the characters were so hopeless, it was well acted and it was done in this gritty social realism style that meant it seemed much more real than some ridiculously plotted horror film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Monday, April 27, 2009, 16:18:36
I saw Happy go lucky recently,didn't enjoy it,although i adore Sally Hawkins it just seemed far too pleased with itself.

The Orphanage on the other hand was something else.Brilliant film,involving,complex,emotional and most importantly very, very scary.My other half had to have a beer to calm his nerves.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, April 27, 2009, 16:32:05
I watched the History Boys last night and it was okay.

I thought it was boring and played on the all boys grammar school gay thing too much.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Monday, April 27, 2009, 16:38:22
I thought it was boring and played on the all boys grammar school gay thing too much.
Oh my,what an awful film that is!Not at all funny and very,very gay.Disturbingly so really,they are supposed to be young lads after all.Think Alan Bennett let his wank fantasies get out of hand.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, April 27, 2009, 16:47:11
Oh my,what an awful film that is!Not at all funny and very,very gay.Disturbingly so really,they are supposed to be young lads after all.Think Alan Bennett let his wank fantasies get out of hand.


Apparently the film is better than the play as well. Far too much critical acclaim simply because it was written by Alan Bennett.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Monday, April 27, 2009, 17:40:25
London to Brighton is bleak as fuck  but excellent. if you like bleakish films check out the New Zealand film Once Were Warriors.

I watched the cohen brothers movie The man who wasnt there, it passed the time and looked nice but only a 6/10 in my book.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, April 27, 2009, 18:19:54
if you like bleakish films check out the New Zealand film Once Were Warriors.

Bleak is a bit of an understatement.

Brilliant film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Anteater on Monday, April 27, 2009, 18:47:49
I saw Happy go lucky recently,didn't enjoy it,although i adore Sally Hawkins it just seemed far too pleased with itself.

The Orphanage on the other hand was something else.Brilliant film,involving,complex,emotional and most importantly very, very scary.My other half had to have a beer to calm his nerves.



Saw The Orphanage at the Arts Centre couple of months ago and enjoyed too. Pretty spooky and made a change from the usual gore fests on offer.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Monday, April 27, 2009, 18:50:42
Yes I liked The Orphanage as well.

To watch I have Serpico, and Gomorrah.

Anyone seen either of these bad boys?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, April 27, 2009, 18:55:16
I've got Serpico but have yet to watch it. I probably won't get to watch it anytime soon though, as series 2 of The Wire begins tonight. Which is a shame as I quite like the idea of having a TEF film club.


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, April 27, 2009, 22:44:28
Ahhh, snooker finishes a week later than I thought. Maybe I'll have time after all.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, April 28, 2009, 16:11:00
I watched Pineapple Express last night, it's enjoyable in that samey judd apatowy way.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, April 28, 2009, 22:11:09
I also just watched adulthood, the Noel Clarke follow up to Kidulthood, just as good really, be interested if he can come up with some new characters in his next film.

Ye get me blud?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 10:04:08
On wikipedia it says Clarke confirmed in the Adulthood DVD's commentary that there will not be a third film

Also, apparently he is in the music video for The Prodigy "Invaders Must Die".


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 10:35:28
I can confirm I am in love with him - If you become a fan of facebook he talks about rude stuff like the best sex he ever had and stuff!!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 11:45:28
I can confirm I am in love with him - If you become a fan of facebook he talks about rude stuff like the best sex he ever had and stuff!!!

I assume this is in blogs and he didn't just PM you saying "hi, I'm famous and you fancy me. Want to hear my dirty sex stories?"


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 12:04:18
Sat down and watched ‘The Air I Breathe’ last night with Bacon, Whitticker, Fraiser, Geller and Garcia.  Based on an ancient Chinese Proverb about emotions being the cornerstone of this and that.

Not bad the performances were all pretty good.  Fraiser especially surprised me Not since California Man has he been as good as he was in this performance
as a gangster with the ability to see the future.

That said cracking cast and a great concept do no make a great film and it didn’t live up to my expectations.  Reminiscent of a Crash clone but not quite as good 6.5/10



 



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 12:47:26
I assume by Crash you are referring to the film about racism not the other Crash.  :D :soapy tit wank:


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 14:02:06
I've got Serpico but have yet to watch it. I probably won't get to watch it anytime soon though, as series 2 of The Wire begins tonight. Which is a shame as I quite like the idea of having a TEF film club.

Is this the 70's one, or has someone remade it?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 14:05:24
The 70s one with Al Pacino. Don't think it has been remade.



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Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 14:06:24
Thank god for that!  A while since i've seen it, but it is worth a watch.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 14:28:45
I haven't seen Serpico but from what I remember the guy on the cover of the dvd looks a bit like B Real from Cypress Hill.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 18:01:31
I assume by Crash you are referring to the film about racism not the other Crash.  :D :soapy tit wank:

Aye but the origional is safely tucked away at home in the collection next to my finest Dam purchase yet.  "Watch My Wife Piss 3"

Once We Were Warriors mentioned above is an absolute classic that I must look-up again.  I saw a sequel floating about a year or so ago that is supposed to be worth a sniff.  Anyone had a butchers yet and what did you think of it?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 21:26:10
A sequel? I never knew.

I have Once were warriors on DVD, it's a great film, although mightily sombre.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Thursday, April 30, 2009, 02:54:04
We should do a TEF film club. Pick a film each week and then discuss it like intellectuals.

I'm about halfway through Apocalypto as I type this. I'm a bit bored. Who knew Ronaldinho had enough acting talent to play so many roles in one film.


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Post by: flammableBen on Thursday, April 30, 2009, 03:57:46
Maybe I'm being a bit harsh because I know it was done by Mel Gibson who's a bit of a mentalist, but I wasn't too bothered about Apocalypto. It was like someone had read a book on foreshadowing, metaphor and probably other clever things which I can't think of the names of at the moment because I'm very very drunk, but hadn't really understood subtlety. All felt a bit shoved in your face. Saying that, 10/10 on how many different angled shots you can have of people running through jungles.


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, April 30, 2009, 11:23:17
A sequel? I never knew.

I have Once were warriors on DVD, it's a great film, although mightily sombre.

It's called "What Becomes of the Broken Hearted?"

Temuera Morrison obviously returned but Lee Tamahori didn't and the sequel suffered because of this (in my opinion).

Tamahori hasn't really recovered from this.... http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/4746004.stm


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Post by: Spy on Thursday, April 30, 2009, 11:55:25
We should do a TEF film club. Pick a film each week and then discuss it like intellectuals.

That is a good idea. Its already a tiny bit like that with people watching others recommendations.

I wouldn't want all the films to be high brow but boring ones tho.


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Post by: axs on Thursday, April 30, 2009, 16:02:04
Maybe I'm being a bit harsh because I know it was done by Mel Gibson who's a bit of a mentalist, but I wasn't too bothered about Apocalypto. It was like someone had read a book on foreshadowing, metaphor and probably other clever things which I can't think of the names of at the moment because I'm very very drunk, but hadn't really understood subtlety. All felt a bit shoved in your face. Saying that, 10/10 on how many different angled shots you can have of people running through jungles.

I didn't want to like this, because it was by Gibson, but I did.


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Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, May 1, 2009, 00:42:54
Just watched old school. Its shit


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, May 1, 2009, 07:22:41
about to watch wonderboys and then body of lies, will let you know........


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, May 1, 2009, 16:07:58
Just watched old school. Its shit

It's worth it for the fountain tackle.


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Post by: Bennett on Sunday, May 3, 2009, 22:02:51
tonight i rewatched the blues brothers, what an acely stupid film. awesome music though


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Post by: axs on Sunday, May 3, 2009, 22:18:11
tonight i rewatched the blues brothers, what an acely stupid film. awesome music though

I watch it at least once a year, never fails to amuse.

I watched Max Payne tonight, I've never played the game, and this was shit. It should win an award for worst prosthetic dead person too.


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Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Monday, May 4, 2009, 11:08:20
Watched 'What Just Happened' last night. Pretty wank, although I did finish watching it so it can't have been all bad. Really disappointed with that.


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, May 4, 2009, 11:31:17
I also just watched adulthood, the Noel Clarke follow up to Kidulthood, just as good really, be interested if he can come up with some new characters in his next film.

Ye get me blud?

I watched this last night. I probably enjoyed it more than Kidulthood, although the ending could have been more poignant, but if it had played out the way I thought it was goign to it would have been one big cliche, so perhaps I don't know what I'm talking about.


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Post by: flammableBen on Monday, May 4, 2009, 11:59:07
I watched Quantum of Solace last night. I enjoyed it.


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Post by: Spy on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 11:32:10
Saw Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist at the weekend thought it was shit! Expected it to be better. I didn't care about the characters.


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Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 11:51:08
Watched 'Sex Drive' last night - fairly predictable conclusion (though not a straight foward way of reaching it), but otherwise I laughed quite a lot, and as this was a comedy, makes it a successful film in my eyes.


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Post by: Luci on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 11:52:49
I saw Quantum of Solace and Stepbrothers in the last couple of days (nothing new I know) and enjoyed both.

I have Sex and the City to watch shortly woop!


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Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 12:28:58
Step Brothers for me tonight. Seems to have had mixed reviews from TEFers, but I'm a big Will Ferrell fan so I think it should be ok.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sippo on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 12:30:04
Everytime I see Will Ferrell or hear his name I think of Elf.


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Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 12:33:53
Actually got round to watching slumdog last night, and was pretty good,probably would have been better if i hadn't seen city of god a few times, as the general story had a lot of similarities i felt. I like step brothers, dumb but fun.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 12:43:12
Watched Hot Fuzz again last night.

Excellent as usual.


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Post by: oxford_fan on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 15:46:38
Even my nan recommends Slumdog Millionaire. Is there anyone in the world who has seen it and not thought it was good?

I've no urge to watch it yet.


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Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 17:16:10
I was and can be a bit like that with films, but it was def worth a watch.


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Post by: Dazzza on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 18:40:32
Even my nan recommends Slumdog Millionaire. Is there anyone in the world who has seen it and not thought it was good?

I've no urge to watch it yet.

Good but not as great as it's been made out to be.  I don't think it deserved all of the hype but it's a nice easy watch.


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Post by: Doore on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 22:41:36
Watched Amelie the other day for the first time in quite a while - still a quite wonderful and remarkable film.


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Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 23:14:21
Just watched (boy, my posts in this thread are repetetive) Role Models. Pretty good, though I think Sex Drive was better.


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Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, May 7, 2009, 21:27:27
Step Brothers for me tonight. Seems to have had mixed reviews from TEFers, but I'm a big Will Ferrell fan so I think it should be ok.

Watched this tonight. Thought it was hilarious. Well worth a watch.


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Post by: axs on Thursday, May 7, 2009, 22:40:47
I just watched Drillbit Taylor (predictable and slow but weirdly still watchable and a bit funny) and The Mummy part 17 - return of the dragon in law (remarkably entertaining).

wine may have helped.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Friday, May 8, 2009, 14:25:39
I've got that mummy film to watch over the weekend, will it scare a 7 year old?


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Post by: Saxondale on Friday, May 8, 2009, 14:29:02
Just took the young un to see Coraline.  really really enjoyed it.  And so did she.  Usual Tim Burtony type stop go animation.  Lovely film.

I do however need to go and see something with exploding helicopters to prove I am actually a bloke.


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, May 8, 2009, 14:33:44
Is it half term or something?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Saxondale on Friday, May 8, 2009, 14:38:41
No.  It was monday I took her, which was bank holiday.  Maybe 'Just' took her was an exaggeration.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Friday, May 8, 2009, 15:22:34
Off to see either Wolverine, or Star Trek tonight. I'll report back......


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, May 8, 2009, 15:52:08
I've got that mummy film to watch over the weekend, will it scare a 7 year old?

Not really, few deadish chinese dudes with swords but nothing traumatic.


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Post by: bigbobjoylove on Friday, May 8, 2009, 19:39:25
Watched Death Proof, the little known Quentin Tarantino film from a few years ago. Thought it was quite good, although took a while to get going. Some fine lookin' gals on display.


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, May 8, 2009, 19:48:41
I wouldn't say it was little known - I just they released as 'Grindhouse' the way wanted it.

Planet Terror
Mock Trailers (Machete, Werewolf Women of the SS, Don't, Thanksgiving & Hobo With a Shotgun)
Death Proof

Hopefully they'll release a DVD in that format.


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Post by: Spy on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, 13:39:12
Some film called "Fallen" starring Denzel Washington is on TV tonight. Metro reckon its good. Its about a serial killer that get executed and the demons inside him go into other people and keep killing or something.

Anyone seen it?


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Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, 15:58:48
Yes i saw that about 8 or 9 years ago, Is def worth a watch.


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Post by: axs on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, 16:12:44
I saw the lastest Futurama film last night, they're all watchable but somehow not as good as I had hoped. I think this is one of the better ones.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, 18:14:35
Personally I thought the first Futurama film was good, second the best, really funny, third poor and last one awful.


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Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, 18:47:59
I thought the first one was the best, second ok, third shit and the forth meh.


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Post by: axs on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, 21:10:45
I can't remember them all now. Is green yonder the last one?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, 21:12:27
I can't remember them all now. Is green yonder the last one?

yes


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Post by: axs on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, 21:13:25
Didn't think it was the worst, there was one that was shit.


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Post by: Spy on Thursday, May 14, 2009, 08:06:03
Watched Zack and Miri make a porno. Thought it was a good film and really funny... that is until they have sex and realise they love each other  ::). From that point on its a lot less fun\funny.

It did make me laugh. Just wish the ending wasn't so cheesy and predictable. Oh and they never finished making the porno, which is stupid.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Thursday, May 14, 2009, 08:27:33
Watched Zack and Miri make a porno. Thought it was a good film and really funny... that is until they have sex and realise they love each other  ::). From that point on its a lot less fun\funny.

It did make me laugh. Just wish the ending wasn't so cheesy and predictable. Oh and they never finished making the porno, which is stupid.

Thanks Mr Norman, that's saved me £3.50 getting that out then as i know the ending now!


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Post by: Spy on Thursday, May 14, 2009, 08:54:41
Yeah sorry about that. But tbh you could guess they're gonna fall for each other after the first 15-30mins. Or probably before you even watch the film.


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Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Thursday, May 14, 2009, 10:14:19
It is a pretty predictable ending. Mind you, most comedies usually are (I think, off the top of my head).


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Post by: flammableBen on Thursday, May 14, 2009, 10:18:58
Vadar is Luke's father.

Bruce Willis is dead.

He was hypnotised to fall in love with his own daughter as revenge for spreading rumours about some dude who fucked his own sister or something.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, May 14, 2009, 10:25:20
The big boat sinks

Rick suspects that he and Louis are on the verge of "the beginning of a beautiful friendship".

It was his sledge

The Yanks helped crack the Enigma code (waaaait a minute!)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Thursday, May 14, 2009, 10:29:43
Rocky Loses
Rocky Wins
Rocky Draws then Mickey Dies then Rocky Loses then Rocky Wins.
Apollo Dies then Rocky Wins
Rocky Wins on the Streets
Rocky Loses.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Thursday, May 14, 2009, 17:17:54
Yeah sorry about that. But tbh you could guess they're gonna fall for each other after the first 15-30mins. Or probably before you even watch the film.

Bad karma, my love film just arrrived, I think i know the ending already.......


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Post by: Bennett on Friday, May 15, 2009, 21:15:01
i just watched the da vinci code, i quite liked it.

tatou looks lovely in it also


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Post by: axs on Friday, May 15, 2009, 21:15:40
i just watched the da vinci code, i quite liked it.

tatou looks lovely in it also

I'm quite looking forward to Angels and Demons, although sadly Tatou-less.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Nemo on Friday, May 15, 2009, 21:16:41
Day off today so got to listen to Kermode's film reviews in full, it'd be fair to say he didn't enjoy Angels and Demons. Cracking rant.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Friday, May 15, 2009, 22:03:49
i just watched the da vinci code, i quite liked it.

tatou looks lovely in it also

Her best film is "A very long engagement"


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Saturday, May 16, 2009, 06:20:34
Her best film is "A very long engagement"

amen! that's the one with the boooooooooty shot isn't it? shame it's in fucking french though mockgrumblegrumble


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Sunday, May 17, 2009, 22:49:09
This weekend I watched:

Role Models - the Mrs' choice, and a very poor one at that.  Not funny.

The Wrestler - Slightly overrated in my opinion.  An enjoyable and at times thought provoking film, but not worth the reviews it got.

The Reader - quite simply brilliant.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: spacey on Monday, May 18, 2009, 20:27:42
I fancy watching Mega shark vs Giant Octopus. It looks thought provoking and whatever other shit you lot harp on about. I'm afraid it doesn't have subtitles though.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fa7ck5mcd1o

They were frozen in combat! How the fuck did that happen?


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Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, May 18, 2009, 20:37:42
Yes! Lorenzo Lamus is in it! Only my favourite actorer.

Is that a real film? Building on the popularity of Snakes on a Plane, and drawing inspiration from the mega giant squid remains recently discovered....please say yes


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: spacey on Monday, May 18, 2009, 20:40:24
YES! YES! YES! It's also based on a mega shark, which is a rare species capable of eating planes and bridges.


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Tuesday, May 19, 2009, 09:10:41
ace - I knew I recognised that women - Its bloody Debbie Gibson!!


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Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, May 19, 2009, 09:16:17
Only in your dreams....


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, May 20, 2009, 07:13:23
watched the third man yesterday was ace, tropic thunder next.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Wednesday, May 20, 2009, 09:51:05
Got Frost/Nixon and Milk here to watch, not sure if I'll do them both though. Probs go for F/N later.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, May 20, 2009, 09:54:58
both excellent, tropic thunder made me laugh twice, not great for a comedy.


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, May 20, 2009, 10:28:33
Got Frost/Nixon and Milk here to watch, not sure if I'll do them both though. Probs go for F/N later.

Can you let me know what Frost/Nixon is like - Im slightly obessessed with Michael Sheen - Thanks


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Post by: A Gent Orange on Wednesday, May 20, 2009, 11:39:38
I saw Synecdoche, New York last night. It was very good right up to the moment I became horribly confused.It's one for Kaufman fans only. That or you are a big Jungian. 


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Wednesday, May 20, 2009, 12:19:20
Frost/nixon is good, I liked it a lot!

I can tell you all that 'slapshot 3: junior league' is actually shit.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, May 20, 2009, 12:19:50
really? i had that on high priority.


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Post by: Spy on Wednesday, May 20, 2009, 12:35:48
Finished watching Prozac Nation last night. I do find myself drawn to mental health issues\teen angst type films and I've been wanting to watch more Christina Ricci films as I love her.

It's not that great though to be honest. Not total shit but not that much to recommend it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Wednesday, May 20, 2009, 20:24:39
Watched The Number 23 and World Trade Centre last night.  Both crap, in their own special ways.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 08:12:20
Watched The Number 23 and World Trade Centre last night.  Both crap, in their own special ways.

Why did you sit through a double bill of shit films?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 08:48:35
whoop going to see Star Trek Monday

is it wrong I still find Zac Quinto sexy even when he has weird spock ears and eyebrows?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Luci on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 09:43:59
I saw Angels and Demons last night and contrary to many reviews, thought it was excellent.  I think you'd need to have a slight interest in history to really enjoy it, however it was exactly how I imagined it to be from the book.


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Post by: STFC4LIFE on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 09:44:59
I watched that Fighting on Friday, it was actually quite good.

Better than I expected.


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 09:45:51
I really wish I could get into those books - I got half way through the davinci code and got bored my bad


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 10:40:29
I've not read the Da Vinci Code or Angels & Demons. The hype at the time put me off.

I finally got round to watching the Da Vinci Code the other month and it didn't inspire me to read the book. I couldn't really care if there was a church conspiracy, especially given the fact that the Bible has more holes in the plot than a Dan Brown novel supposedly has. I don't think I'll be going out of my way to watch Angels & Demons.

I also finally got round to watching Quantum of Solace last week. Was so un-Bond like and the action didn't really have me on the edge of my seat.


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Post by: Peter Venkman on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 10:45:35
TBF Si the book is vastly superior to the film but if you werent gripped slightly by the film then dont bother with the book.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Luci on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 10:48:39
The books are definitely far better - so cleverly written.

Was disappointed with the Da Vinci code film though but loved the book!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 10:49:00
whoop going to see Star Trek Monday

is it wrong I still find Zac Quinto sexy even when he has weird spock ears and eyebrows?

I find Leonard Nimoy sexy when he has weird spock ears on.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: A Gent Orange on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 10:53:52
I find Leonard Nimoy sexy when he has weird spock ears on.

So this doesn't do it for you?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXRiOdHmyoo

Oh this is the Film thread...
One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest. Still good but so many other films and TV programmes have referenced/ripped it off that my girlfriend knew exactly what happened without having ever seen it before.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 10:55:22
Yeah, I just think I'm going to be let down by the whole religious thriller type efforts after reading Decipher. That was just epic.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 11:30:10
Can you let me know what Frost/Nixon is like - Im slightly obessessed with Michael Sheen - Thanks

Watched it last night - have to say, I don't know loads about American history or Nixon (just what I've picked up from Futurama, and what I read on wiki after the film), but I think the film does a very good job of representing Nixon as something of a conflicting character. I found myself drawn to him personally, even feeling sorry for him as he crumbled in front of Frost.

Good watch, I'd recommend it.


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 12:10:59
Cool thanks - actually thinking about it - does Michael Sheen play Frost or Nixon????


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 12:11:31
frost


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 17:20:38
Why did you sit through a double bill of shit films?

Not sure really - possibly I have seen all of the good films available. 


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 17:34:08
Caught The Ruins last night and it was a tad smeg to say the least.  The Day of The Triffids meets shite American horror standard fare in Mexico 3/10


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 20:27:53
I saw Angels and Demons last night and contrary to many reviews, thought it was excellent.  I think you'd need to have a slight interest in history to really enjoy it, however it was exactly how I imagined it to be from the book.

So did I, and I enjoyed it, probably a bit more than Da Vinci.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 20:28:24
Also watched role models the other day, made me laugh in a few places but not a classic.


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Post by: suttonred on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 21:46:47
Dont know if it's been reviewed on here, but i lent a friend at work (who likes pretty woman etc etc) Old Boy, it blew her away, she's asking me for more of my dvd's for every weekend, I'm going to do her Ghost Dog this weekend, followed by brotherhood of the wolf, those should really sort her out.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 22:22:30
Restored faith in humanity tonight with the Princess Bride.  Classic 9/10  Long live Andre


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 22:23:14
My name is Inigo Montoya, you killed my father, prepare to die


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 22:30:04
I am watching PREDATOR.

Arnie is totally cut in this.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, May 22, 2009, 10:50:59
I am watching PREDATOR.

Arnie is totally cut in this.

Awesome film. Probably Arnie's best. I love the over the top machoness of it all. Theres so many great lines too.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Friday, May 22, 2009, 13:20:04
Awesome film. Probably Arnie's best. I love the over the top machoness of it all. Theres so many great lines too.

i'd have it second,as the terminator films are better imo.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, May 22, 2009, 13:41:37
i'd have it second,as the terminator films are better imo.

Yeah I thought I posted "its between that and terminator". I was thinking of posting that.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, May 22, 2009, 15:09:31
I think Arnie's best role was as Detective John Kimble.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, May 22, 2009, 16:14:10
Journey to the centre of the earth and diving bell and the butterfly up next, thought the later was something else, looks a barrel of laughs. will report back.......


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, May 22, 2009, 16:21:34
Last night I watched..

The Univited - Wasn't too bad up until the plot twist which was very unexpected and I was initially a bit "wow" but actually I don't think it worked for me. Maybe I should see the japanese original.

Notorious - Was watchable. Have never been hugely interested in Notorious B.I.G and from what I heard his music wasn't amazing but a few tunes sounded OK. Lil Kim was quite hot in it and I'm not generally into black women. In a way it seemed quite an effort of spin to try and put a positive slant on the story of a guy who sold a lot of crack, cheated on his wife, didn't see his kid for long periods, seemed pretty materialistic and died very young. But I didn't know him and maybe he was very talented, haven't listened to much of his stuff before.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, May 22, 2009, 16:24:40
Notorious is ace!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Friday, May 22, 2009, 17:17:22
Journey to the centre of the earth and diving bell and the butterfly up next, thought the later was something else, looks a barrel of laughs. will report back.......

The 3d on JTTCOTE is very good, found the film a bit short though.  I've got 24 redemption tonight.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, May 22, 2009, 17:19:26
Death Race for me tonight.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, May 22, 2009, 17:24:55
I'm watching The Mothman Prophecies later


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Friday, May 22, 2009, 21:18:22
Started watching There Will Be Blood, forced myself through the first hour and a half then realised there was still an hour left so turned it off.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Friday, May 22, 2009, 22:27:51
The above 3 are all cackers. There will be blood has the hammiest performance ever with Mr lewis.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Saturday, May 23, 2009, 09:27:03
Death Race for me tonight.

I watched The Heartbreak Kid instead, there's a couple of superb one-liners, but overall not brilliant.


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Saturday, May 23, 2009, 12:38:53
I watched The Mothman Prophecies. Started with loads of promise and was a very chilling and intriguing film. The ending let it down a bit as it seemed to be an anti-climax to all the mystery.


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Post by: Spy on Sunday, May 24, 2009, 07:23:58
Have watched Happy Go Lucky, Star Trek (new one) and Eagle vs. Shark this weekend.

Happy Go Lucky wan't really my thing and a film I don't think I ever would have paid to see. It held my interest and was something different and the banter between the main character and her driving instructor was good nut at the end of the day I didn't think it was that good. I was curious about it though and satisfied my curiousity without getting disappointed as I didn't expect to like it loads.

In contrast I felt a bit let down by Eagle vs. Shark which I did actually buy, altho it was second hand. I expect I will sell it on. It was like Napoleon Dynamite, which I expected but it wasn't nearly as good. Think maybe characters acted too unnaturally and the plot didn't flow totally smoothly as a result as things didn't quite click for me. At least one really funny moment but that was rare in this film.

Star Trek was awesome. Action packed but with a plot you could get into. Made me with I had been interested in going to see it at the cinema when me gf suggested instead of just watching on computer.


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Post by: leefer on Sunday, May 24, 2009, 09:55:33
Watched The Kite Runner last night.....wasnt sure if it was good or bad...very Maudlin and a somewhat controversal storyline but it was well acted and made you think,a sign of a good film maybe.


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Post by: BANGKOK RED on Sunday, May 24, 2009, 14:41:31
Just watched rogue.

It was OK in a "Thin plot, but with lots of big crocodile eating people action" kind of way.

I also watched armageddon last night:.... see above but replace big crocodile eating people with big meteor killing people. It also had a perving at Anne Hathaway looking dead fit bonus.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Sunday, May 24, 2009, 16:46:36
Rewatched Donnie darko last night,was very good.Though i'm sure everyone knows that  ;)

Got Frost/Nixon to watch tonight.


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Post by: axs on Sunday, May 24, 2009, 16:48:28
Death Race for me tonight.

Second time lucky.


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Post by: BANGKOK RED on Sunday, May 24, 2009, 17:18:01
Oooh.

I just finished watching night watch, I likey.

Sort of like constatine but with extra ghouls.


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Post by: suttonred on Sunday, May 24, 2009, 19:30:23
Watched Zack and Miri, and concur with Spy's review a couple of pages back. 4/10


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Post by: Sippo on Monday, May 25, 2009, 16:28:22
Watched Lesbian Vampire Killers earlier. Tits on show, birds kissing but shit really. Horne and Coredon just milking it on the back of Gavin and stacey


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: A Gent Orange on Monday, May 25, 2009, 16:40:42
Watched Lesbian Vampire Killers earlier. Tits on show, birds kissing but shit really. Horne and Coredon just milking it on the back of Gavin and stacey


What were you expecting Trois Couleurs Bleu?


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Post by: Doore on Monday, May 25, 2009, 23:26:31
Was mentioned by someone else earlier, but I watched The Diving Bell and the Butterfly this weekend - it is a superb and moving film.


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Tuesday, May 26, 2009, 10:03:46
Watched Star Trek yesterday - LOVED IT!! didnt really undertsand what was going on but it was ace all the same - Sylar is equally as hot being Spock

Also my friend at work told me to watch Night at the museum as I didnt think it was my cup of tea she said I would love it and she was right! we are planning on going to see the 2nd one now!


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, May 26, 2009, 10:40:59
You've turned into a right geek haven't you JFW?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Tuesday, May 26, 2009, 12:07:36
Yes :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, May 26, 2009, 12:36:42
Unfortunately people like you will spell an end to excellent television shows like Beauty and The Geek.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, May 29, 2009, 10:24:50
I watched the remake of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre last night. Heard years ago it was really good and only just got round to watching it. It wasn't as good as I thought it might be and nowhere near as good as the original.

Overall I think the differences to the plot didn't improve the film but rather took away from it a bit. The classic "grandpa" scene where they're all sat round the table with her tied up wasn't even in it. The lead actress was hot tho and there were a few good bits where she was hiding from leatherface.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, May 29, 2009, 10:28:30
journey to the centre of the earth passed an hour and a half, fit scandanavian bird. its 3d i think but my version wasnt, loads of gobbing on the screen and the like which i imagine would have looked quite cool.


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Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Friday, May 29, 2009, 11:11:38
Watched 'Defiance' yesterday - pretty good, especially considering as I have this habit of writing off anything that Daniel Craig has been in for no apparent reason.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, May 29, 2009, 15:33:58
Anyone seen Away Days? Sounds good.


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Post by: axs on Friday, May 29, 2009, 16:07:22
Anyone seen Away Days? Sounds good.

Is that based on the kevin sampson book? Was about tranmere i think.


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Post by: Spy on Friday, May 29, 2009, 16:23:39
Yes it is based on that book.

Metro said its a bit more arthouse or thoughtful than other hooligan films or something. But it still features kids running around with stanley knives. They gave it 4 stars I think.

a short review...
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/film/filmreviews/5367337/Awaydays-review.html

edit: soundtracks sposed to be well good too. I wanna download it.


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Post by: axs on Friday, May 29, 2009, 16:29:46
I've still got that book somewhere, I remember the edges looked like hazard tape in black and yellow.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, May 29, 2009, 16:43:13
mark kermode made away days film of the week! i was gobsmacked


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Post by: Spy on Friday, May 29, 2009, 16:50:41
whos he?


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Post by: suttonred on Friday, May 29, 2009, 17:08:31
Watched Australia last night, Nicole Kidman, acts like she's never done it before, very irritating, 4/10, have Blindness tonight


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Post by: Leggett on Friday, May 29, 2009, 17:50:05
mark kermode is ace :D the rants are the best bit, and the pet names for the actors (smiley virus, mathew mahogany, huge action, nicole kinderling etc etc) and the rene zelweger impressions, teeheehee! must admit, mayo isnt too bad (for a yid) and they seem to play off each other well.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, May 29, 2009, 18:02:18
whos he?

The english film critic with the quiffy hair


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, May 29, 2009, 18:26:52
mark kermode made away days film of the week! i was gobsmacked

I don't believe you :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Saturday, May 30, 2009, 07:14:29
The english film critic with the quiffy hair

Ah just looked up a pic and I do recognise him. He's on the culture show.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, May 30, 2009, 11:14:31
I watched the new Star Trek effort and was entertained throughout.


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Post by: Bob's Orange on Sunday, May 31, 2009, 18:30:14
Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story for me tonight on Sky Movies.


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Post by: oxford_fan on Sunday, May 31, 2009, 20:38:47
Eden Lake was a piece of stupid shit.

Really want to see Terminator at the cinema though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Sunday, May 31, 2009, 21:17:50
Watching Terminator 3 at the moment..great film,never get tired of watching it.


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Post by: Doore on Sunday, May 31, 2009, 21:21:48
Kermode and Mayo is the best hour of radio all week.  This is a fact.  Working on flexitime, I get to work at seven on Friday's so that I can leave at 3 to listen to it.


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Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Sunday, May 31, 2009, 23:50:14
Watching Terminator 3 at the moment..great film,never get tired of watching it.

Odd, I watched that earlier. Did a clean sweep of all the Terminator films this week, as I've only ever seen bits of 2. Didn't like 3 much though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, June 1, 2009, 08:24:50
That's because Terminator 3 is awful


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Monday, June 1, 2009, 10:20:15
diving bell and the butterfly is a fucking magnificent film, 10/10


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Monday, June 1, 2009, 16:06:36
I watched seven pounds and snakes on a plane yesterday.

I wasn't very impressed with either.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, June 1, 2009, 19:24:33
That's because Terminator 3 is awful

Never bothered with 3.

I think the orignal Terminator is the best by miles - a lot darker, pre-blockbuster franchise. Judgement day is good fun though.


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Post by: Dazzza on Monday, June 1, 2009, 19:31:12
Never bothered with 3.

I think the orignally Terminator is the best by miles - a lot darker, pre-blockbuster franchise. Judgement day is good fun though.

I actually forgot that film even existed and couldn't work out why the new one was called T4!  Must have a gander and stick it on the old Love Film.



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Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, June 1, 2009, 19:35:01
It was on channel 4 (or was it 5?) the other night so it may get shown again on one of the other c4 channels soon.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Monday, June 1, 2009, 21:04:37
I just watched deathproof.

I wish quentin would focus less on writing parts for himself and more on making better films.



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Post by: bigbobjoylove on Monday, June 1, 2009, 21:14:31
S. Darko. Sequel to Donnie.

Quite possibly the worst film ever made. Avoid.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Tuesday, June 2, 2009, 19:11:25
Just watched The Strangers. Overall not a good film as for the majority of it all thats going on is the standard weird noises in the night etc. This was a bit boring as there wasn't a great deal of plot development. But the ending was good and restored a lot of credibility. The masks on the faces of the "strangers" looked cool too.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Wednesday, June 3, 2009, 21:20:26
saw the new star trek today. it was ok, lots of big explosions and stuff!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!111

the worst bits were:

"omg, it's spock nimoy wooaaah!!!!"
and
sulu turns into bruce lee


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, June 4, 2009, 07:27:37
Saw the latest Indiana Jones film last night. I'd had the impression it was a bit crap but actually it was a really fun film. Watched the blu ray version and the bit where they go down waterfalls and the ending looked impressive.


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Post by: Stef Troll on Thursday, June 4, 2009, 20:07:26
Just went to see the new Terminator film

Surprisingly good film, and would recomend it


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Post by: Fred Elliot on Thursday, June 4, 2009, 21:36:13
Just watched Kidulthood


Safe Blud


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Post by: Doore on Thursday, June 4, 2009, 21:37:13
For no explicable reason I watched The Pursuit of Happyness.  Truly awful.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Thursday, June 4, 2009, 21:38:45
i liked pursuitof happyness in a sickly sunday afternoon way

i have iron man and fargo up next


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, June 4, 2009, 21:39:47
I'm joining LoveFilm tomorrow - I know a few of you lot are members... is it worth it and what package do you have?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Fred Elliot on Thursday, June 4, 2009, 21:42:39
Its good Rich

I pay I think £12 per month that gets me unlimited titles but only 2 at home at any one time


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, June 4, 2009, 21:48:25
Cheers Fred, the WOMAN wants the cheapest deal. Are they pretty good at sending them? I'm trying to resist the temptations of buying stuff at work 10 or 12 quid a month would certainly save me some money.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Fred Elliot on Thursday, June 4, 2009, 21:54:34
I get Blu Ray and the quality of disc and customer service is first rate


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Post by: Dazzza on Thursday, June 4, 2009, 22:04:31
Just went to see the new Terminator film

Surprisingly good film, and would recomend it

Same here tonight was ok, not as bad as the reviews.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, June 4, 2009, 22:26:23
Pursuit of Happyness is awesome.

Lovefilm is awesome. I'm on 2 at a time unlimited and also get all blu-rays, they always post out the day after they get them back, and sometimes the same day.

I just watched sex drive, entertaining, if not a classic.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: bigbobjoylove on Thursday, June 4, 2009, 23:13:25
I'm joining LoveFilm tomorrow - I know a few of you lot are members... is it worth it and what package do you have?

Have a look on the net for some free trial codes. You should be able to watch for free for the first 3/4 months if they haven't changed.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Thursday, June 4, 2009, 23:33:26
Watched Seven Pounds the other day - strange film, but not bad. Unlike Slumdog, which I turned off after half an hour.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, June 4, 2009, 23:56:30
I think I'm going to upgrade to the unlimited package soon and bundle in the game rentals because Rich wants to rent games.

I've kissed goodbye to a social life, so much so that 4 films a month isn't really enough anymore.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, June 5, 2009, 23:06:14
Watched Ong Bak tonight. Was pretty impressed with the stunts, thought the film was a bit tedious though. Overall I enjoyed it and I'd probably watch parts again just to see the moves.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Friday, June 5, 2009, 23:10:08
Recently watched the new Indiana Jones, which was shit; and the first Night at the Museum or whatever it's called, which was dull from the offset with the cast of stereotypical broken family characters but picked up as it went along.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, June 7, 2009, 08:50:32
Pans Labyrinth was the film of choice last night. Very strange film, certainly not seen anything like it and I quite enjoyed it for its originality.


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Post by: Bogus Dave on Sunday, June 7, 2009, 09:19:35
I watched balls of fury. Its really a bit shit


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Post by: michael on Sunday, June 7, 2009, 10:58:28
Started watching Gomorrah in the early hours. A critically acclaimed Italian film about mobs and gangsters and stuff with several plot strands. Very quickly got bored of that so watched The Condemned instead, starring Stone Cold Steve Austin and Vinnie Jones in one of those reality TV / last man standing type efforts.

That's more like it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, June 7, 2009, 11:25:00
I've bought Gomorrah but can't get beyond the first 20 minutes, so I've bought the book and then I'll watch the film.

Watched Independence Day last night (again), it's probably my biggest film guilty pleasure. Good ol' fashioned popcorn shite... But I love it, everything up to the attack is great :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: adje on Sunday, June 7, 2009, 11:35:03
Pans Labyrinth was the film of choice last night. Very strange film, certainly not seen anything like it and I quite enjoyed it for its originality.

Have you seen "The Devil's Backbone"(same director) Si?Think you'd like that as well


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Sunday, June 7, 2009, 12:55:07
Watched Jarhead last night....two hours of tosh,kept expecting it to liven up.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, June 7, 2009, 13:48:33
Watched Jarhead last night....two hours of tosh,kept expecting it to liven up.

I watched that the other night too, but it was better than what I expected it to be. I quite liked it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Sunday, June 7, 2009, 15:44:00
Watched Seven Pounds the other day - strange film, but not bad. Unlike Slumdog, which I turned off after half an hour.


Saw Seven Pounds on Friday as well was a bit predictable but hey-ho decent enough sentimental Big Willie romp through.  6/10

Step Brothers last night, which I had reservations about before watching.  Not bad though at all.  I think it’s one of those you’re going to love or hate but I enjoyed it and it has a few amusing moments in the film.  6.5/10 



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, June 7, 2009, 15:52:44
Have you seen "The Devil's Backbone"(same director) Si?Think you'd like that as well

No I haven't but after watching Pan's Labyrinth I read that it's supposed to carry on some of the themes from The Devil's Backbone.

I'm certainly looking forward to The Hobbit films.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, June 8, 2009, 00:45:16
I found a copy of Lucky Number Slevin so watched that tonight. Another film where I did not expect too much but found it quite enjoyable even though some of the plot twists were obvious there were a couple which tied up the story nicely which I didn't foresee.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Monday, June 8, 2009, 07:39:46
I watched Ghost Town on Saturday night. It was a shame to see Gervais doing a comedy film that was so hollywood ie too cheesy and not very funny. He should stick to doing really funny TV series not making unfunny hollywood movies. Or at least get more writing input into the script to make the jokes better. He looked a bit funny too like he had too much make up on.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Monday, June 8, 2009, 08:15:11
I watched Ghost Town on Saturday as well. Not Gervais at his best, but I still think he put his own brand on it. You really had to understand Gervais' comedy to find it funny, which I did.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Monday, June 8, 2009, 08:18:38
Watched The Escapist, about a prison break, not bad, although the ending was a bit weird. 6/10


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, June 8, 2009, 08:23:35
He looked funny with a lot of makeup because he was a ghost  :soapy tit wank:

It was a bit shit, better than Run Fatboy Run, but in the same style.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Monday, June 8, 2009, 09:47:00
I watched Ghost Town on Saturday as well. Not Gervais at his best, but I still think he put his own brand on it. You really had to understand Gervais' comedy to find it funny, which I did.

I do "get" his comedy. I've seen the office loads of times, extras quite a lot of times, most of his stand up stuff and even a bit of his older stuff. Why do you assume if someone didn't like the film very much they don't understand his comedy?

I think if it was his film and he had had total control over it it would have been better. But there should have been more jokes and they should have been funnier and it was a bit cheesy.

Why do hollywood comedies always have to have this really obvious moral bolted on to them. The point of a comedy should be funny. ::)

Having a moral or message can be done eg the Extras Christmas special but it isn't necessary to have a good comedy.


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Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, June 8, 2009, 13:04:05
watched defiance last night. better than i was expecting at least...


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Tuesday, June 9, 2009, 10:45:26
Watched All the Boys Love Mandy Lane last night.

It was shit. It wasn't scary, it wasn't funny and it didn't have a good plot.

Even by dumb teen horror standards it was bad.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Tuesday, June 9, 2009, 11:10:46
Watched 'Mutant Chronicles' last night - fairly standard 'mutants attack the earth, brave group of selfless heroes embark on a mission to save the rest of the world' fayre. Very brown though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Tuesday, June 9, 2009, 11:27:18
Very brown?!?  ???


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Tuesday, June 9, 2009, 11:40:55
Yep. Half the film takes place underground, and it looks like its been filmed in brown. Everything has a browny-tinge to it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Tuesday, June 9, 2009, 11:47:41
watched Iron man, what a load of old tosh that was, however gwynneth paltrow deserves a proper bloke.

watched fargo again, that film is lush.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Tuesday, June 9, 2009, 14:52:35
watched fargo again, that film is lush.

oh ya...


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Tuesday, June 9, 2009, 14:53:42
yah


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Tuesday, June 9, 2009, 15:00:03
the heck do ya mean?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Tuesday, June 9, 2009, 17:13:10
I borrowed Mamma Mia off my nan.Its ace  :)

My other half also enjoyed it   ;)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, June 10, 2009, 08:06:58
Watched Twilight last night.

It is pretty lame. The production values are mostly high but the dialogue is bad, the acting is sometimes crap and the plot isn't that good. Overall its a bit like an episode of buffy or charmed or something, just a bit less silly, with a bigger budget and better looking leads.

If you wanna see a really good vampire film see Let The Right One In.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Wednesday, June 10, 2009, 09:11:48
I borrowed Mamma Mia off my nan.Its ace  :)

My other half also enjoyed it   ;)

I was coerced into watching this at the weekend.

I fell asleep.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, June 10, 2009, 10:35:08
children of men is on my laptop as we speak


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, June 10, 2009, 11:10:08
children of men is on my laptop as we speak

I've had that for ages and haven't watched it. People have said it's good but I haven't had the enthusiasm to actually give it a go yet.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Luci on Wednesday, June 10, 2009, 11:10:54
Saw Seven Pounds at the weekend with Will Smith, a somewhat strange film and not my fav but it was ok.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Wednesday, June 10, 2009, 12:05:08
watched the hills have eyes 2 last night. fucking awful.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, June 10, 2009, 15:53:37
I somehow avoided watching Mamma Mia. Thankfully.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, June 10, 2009, 17:28:28
I've avoided the film - However, the soundtrack was played at work almost constantly for about a month.

... Meanwhile I watched Forgetting Sarah Marshall last night and enjoyed it more than I expected.

Mila Kunis is WASTED on that Macaulay Culkin fellow.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, June 10, 2009, 17:33:14
what the fuck does that last sentance mean rich?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, June 10, 2009, 17:36:24
what the fuck does that last sentance mean rich?

Fuck knows what I was thinking. Apologies.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, June 10, 2009, 17:38:33
ah now i understand and totally agree with you, i think i love her, she is also the voice of meg on family guy.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 08:47:30
... Meanwhile I watched Forgetting Sarah Marshall last night and enjoyed it more than I expected.

Did you like the Dracula musical stuff? Btw your current avatar has been amusing me.

I watched Fast Food Nation last night. It felt a bit contrived how they had written all these issues about how bad the fast food industry is into one plot. Also, the plot was not really that strong. It was just about watchable however and not the most boring thing ever (which I thought it might be for the first 5 minutes). At the end of the film there is some very graphic real life footage of slaughter of cattle.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 12:23:50
i watched bottle rocket last night, debut film for the brothers wilson and wes anderson. very funny and very enjoyable.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 12:30:16
Bottle Rocket is my favourite Wes Anderson film - and I love Wes Anderson films.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 13:01:40
Watched Seven Pounds the other day - strange film, but not bad. Unlike Slumdog, which I turned off after half an hour.

I finally got round to watching slumdog, and I loved it, great film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 13:19:14
LoveFilm is sending me The Happening next - one of the most panned films of 2008 :)

I still want to watch it though, when I worked for Blockbuster I went for a phase of watching notoriously shit films (Gigli et al)

I stopped when I realised that I enjoyed Too Legit: The MC Hammer Story.

https://dvd.easycinema.com/easy/images/products/5/23295-large.jpg

Romany Malco, who played Hammer, went on to better things with the TV show Weeds and a part in The 40 Year Old Virgin.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Saxondale on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 14:06:35
LoveFilm is sending me The Happening next - one of the most panned films of 2008 :)

I still want to watch it though, when I worked for Blockbuster I went for a phase of watching notoriously shit films (Gigli et al)

I stopped when I realised that I enjoyed Too Legit: The MC Hammer Story.

https://dvd.easycinema.com/easy/images/products/5/23295-large.jpg

Romany Malco, who played Hammer, went on to better things with the TV show Weeds and a part in The 40 Year Old Virgin.

How much do I want to see that film.

Stop.

Hammer time!


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 14:16:52
It's a hokey straight-to-DVD VH1 produced movie with no rights to barely any of the music :) They do a good job dancing around this, literally.


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Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 15:35:42
Haha, I've had that come though our Blockbuster - had it been a rental you know I would've rented the hell out if it. Sadly it was pre-owned though, not worth the £3.99 for a laugh!

This week I have seen The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (very good, really enjoyed this) and Terminator Salvation - which I also quite enjoyed. I can appreciate why it's been panned by some though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 19:04:23
Just got back from watch The Hangover.

It was alright I guess - no different to all the similar films that have gone before it. Especially by director Todd Phillips.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 19:06:55
I watched Hot Rod earlier, pretty dire. 4/10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 19:08:16
I like Andy Samberg's Saturday Night Live stuff, but Hot Rod was poooooooooooor.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 19:19:11
WHAT?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 20:18:26
I'm going to watch 20th Century Boys later. I will report back with my review.


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Post by: suttonred on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 23:00:20
Just watched the Wrestler, very very good film(especially when you are over 30) would have given it 9/10 bar the wanky is he or isn't he ending, so 8/10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 23:45:04
I'm 29 and have it on my lovefilm list. I might cancel it now.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 23:55:36
I'm going to watch 20th Century Boys later. I will report back with my review.

A big screen manga adaptation is always going to be difficult but it didn't do too badly in keeping true to the form, albeit on the big screen.

My major criticism was that it would be far better off as a television series rather than a trilogy of films, it got far too tedious to enjoy watching the whole thing linked up.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Thursday, June 11, 2009, 23:57:30
Just watched the Wrestler, very very good film(especially when you are over 30) would have given it 9/10 bar the wanky is he or isn't he ending, so 8/10.

I'm 25 and I'd give it 9/10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Friday, June 12, 2009, 06:51:18
That was meant to imply that people over 30 would identify more with getting older and trying to hold onto things you could do when younger. It's just a good film really for anyone.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, June 12, 2009, 10:47:36
I watched Marley and me on the plane and cried like a baby!! what a depressing film! I

also watched Madagascar 2 which was ace and confessions of a shopaholic which was a bit meh


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, June 12, 2009, 13:55:11
Just seen looking for eric. It was alright, have a nagging feeling it could have been better. The ending seemed a tad silly aswell


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, June 12, 2009, 15:25:09
I will be taking my papa to see that off of fathers day!

Ooh also can I add reading to this - I read the damned united on holiday t'was much darker than the film but I enjoyed it - I also rather randomly read Ian Holloways autobiography!


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, June 12, 2009, 15:26:18
Why is that random?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Anteater on Friday, June 12, 2009, 15:36:15
I watched Marley and me on the plane and cried like a baby!! what a depressing film! I

also watched Madagascar 2 which was ace and confessions of a shopaholic which was a bit meh

Actually JFW strangely I too went to Greece a couple of weeks ago now and have written a letter of complaint as a result of a couple of cock ups, and had Marley and me as the film on the way back but no headphones issued so no sound only subtitles in Finnish !! I do think however that I was probably better off seeing it like that as it looked really dire.


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, June 12, 2009, 15:36:58
just cause it is really Si! was quite good though

Where did you go Anteater? I just used my Ipod headphones


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Anteater on Friday, June 12, 2009, 15:39:33
My headphones were stupidly packed away !........by me  :doh:

Went to Skopelos !


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, June 12, 2009, 15:42:01
I hope you had a nice time and your hotel was not situated on the end of the runway? ;)

Lifeguard friend :)


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Post by: Anteater on Friday, June 12, 2009, 15:49:16
Hotel was great, but had the outward bound flight time put back 2 hours only a couple of days before which resulted in us missing the last ferry to Skopelos that night and were put up in a shit hole in Skiathos. Also meant we missed a big chunk of the next day and when you only go for a week that's annoying.

Went for a dip as one does when it's in the lifeguarding blood and the sea was Fff...in freezing  :eek:

Did you venture in ?


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, June 12, 2009, 15:52:17
Not the sea - Im not a fan of the sea got in the pool lots though

OMG I have to ask you this - do you find yourself lifeguarding the pool on holiday by accident just cause your so used to it?

I cant stop myself and I hate it


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Anteater on Friday, June 12, 2009, 15:56:33
Totally, just can't clock off and I hate it too. Mind you over the years it's resulted in me pulling out a couple of non swimmers out of deep ends so it ups my Karma score.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, June 12, 2009, 16:14:43
Im so glad Im not the only one! Yeah!! a fished out a little greek girl who decided to go down the water slide even though she could swim!!


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Post by: Leggett on Saturday, June 13, 2009, 00:51:56
Watched the hangover tonight. It was good! Made me laugh lots.


And on the subject of books, I bought Guillermo Del Toro's 'the strain' this week, if I get a spare hour or two over the weekend I intend to plow into it, and then steadily chip away at it during work :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, June 13, 2009, 05:44:58
Watched The Happening.

Strangely, I managed to watch it from beginning to end without wanting to switch off and I can see what Shyamalan was trying to do but it's very, very poor.

As I've read elsewhere, the acting is indeed abysmal and the finale is rushed.

3/10.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Saturday, June 13, 2009, 16:42:47
watched crossing over with harrison ford which was very good indeed, then i watched wanted with james mcavoy doing an american accent which was odd, why does angeline jolie have to have so many fucking tattoos, she looks like popeye. by the way it was pretty shit.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Saturday, June 13, 2009, 16:49:50
wanted is pretty cocking awful, FACT.


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Post by: Stef Troll on Saturday, June 13, 2009, 18:02:54
Went to see Hangover last night.  Twas a good comedy film to watch and made me laugh a bit


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Sunday, June 14, 2009, 00:00:57
wanted is pretty cocking awful, FACT.

Can't argue with that.


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Post by: Bennett on Monday, June 15, 2009, 17:03:28
i watched the darjeeling limited, it was good


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Post by: nochee on Monday, June 15, 2009, 17:28:19
I just watched True Romance. Argueably the best film ever made.


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Post by: Bennett on Monday, June 15, 2009, 17:38:35
I just watched True Romance. Argueably the best film ever made.

true dat


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Post by: nochee on Monday, June 15, 2009, 17:49:17
It was the Tarantino cut too. Where the end is at the start, the start at the end and the middle at the end and the start. Much better than the Tony Scott version.


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Post by: BANGKOK RED on Monday, June 15, 2009, 18:48:18
I love Alabama Whirley.


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, June 15, 2009, 23:30:31
I watched Waltz With Bashir last night Si. It is really very good and I would really recommend it but also pretty traumatic in parts. I don't often sit still and in silence the whole way through the credits but this time I did.



Much like the characters I often felt completely detached from what was happening in the film, which I guess was the success of using animation. Then the ending when it switched to live scenes made you realise these were very real accounts.

Very thought provoking.


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Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 00:50:39
Just watched Milk. Gaaaaay ;) .


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 07:18:13
I watched waltzing with bashir yesterday, indeed very good, ending is very moving. 8/10.


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Post by: sonicyouth on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 08:51:19
i watched the darjeeling limited, it was good
ooooh i loved that.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Ron Burgundy on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 10:10:27
What did y'all think of The Wrestler?

Watched it last night. I thought it was wicked. Pretty sick in places. Like a dirty Rocky to me.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 11:43:57
I watched this film with Samuel L Jackson and he was a rasist and he didnt like his neighbours and then he got this fat man to burgle there house and then he shot the fat man????


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 11:51:13
And then what happened?


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Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 11:52:57
They all lived happily ever after, bar the dead ones. It was Lakeview Terrace, what do i win?


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 12:05:35
You didn't use the word 'and' in that entire post. Poor effort.


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Post by: nevillew on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 13:09:22
You didn't use the word 'and' in that entire post. Poor effort.

The daily forum quota was already exhausted, I fear.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 13:31:20
Yes Sutton Red thats the one!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 18:45:30
I just watched Touching the Void.

Good film / documentary and some stunning visuals in HD.

4/5


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Post by: A Gent Orange on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 19:00:14
I just watched Touching the Void.

Good film / documentary and some stunning visuals in HD.

4/5

It's quite a good book too. Haven't read the others though about his recovery.


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 19:01:48
Watched La Haine - Good stuff.


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Post by: Doore on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 20:03:05
About to break a self imposed rule and watch a film with Vince Vaughn - Dodgeball on film4.  Any good?


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Post by: flammableBen on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 20:04:36
It's inoffensive enough and has it's moments. Anybody who raves about it is probably a bit of a spactard though. Or 11 years old.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 20:08:39
I saw Dodgeball at the cinema about an hour after watching us beat Bristol City 2-1 at Ashton Gate (Henderson match)... I could hardly focus due to alcohol consumption and the enjoyment of ending a 5 year(ish) run without beating them.

Dodgeball is immature but good enough to watch.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 20:22:30
I should have known better - Ben Stiller being Ben Stiller and Vince Vaughn being Vince Vaughn.  Recipe for disaster.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 20:24:31
I should have known better - Ben Stiller being Ben Stiller and Vince Vaughn being Vince Vaughn.  Recipe for disaster.

But what did you expect? Casablanca? ;)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 20:25:10
But what did you expect? Casablanca? ;)

At least.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, 21:43:35
I just watched Bolt. Surprisingly good but it's no flushed away.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, June 17, 2009, 11:48:52
Watched The Hangover with my girlfriend yesterday. I didn't know anything about it before we went to the cinema. I would have preferred to watch Drag Me to Hell but she wasn't in the mood.

I thought it wasn't all that good to be honest but it was enjoyable to watch once.


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Post by: axs on Wednesday, June 17, 2009, 16:24:20
I'm watching that tonight.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, June 18, 2009, 13:42:52
I just watched How to Lose Friends and Alienate People - a big fat meh. 5/10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, June 18, 2009, 14:20:38
Hangover was alright, got better as it went through. Watching it at the cinema probably helped.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, June 18, 2009, 14:25:47
Watching it at the cinema probably helped.

I agree - I'd have probably lost interest if I was watching The Hangover for the 1st time on TV.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, June 18, 2009, 15:53:48
I was thinking earlier of that bit where that guy mates are trying to tell him his fiance is a bitch and one of them says "come on man, she beats you!!" and the guy is like "that was only 2 times and I deserved it"  :soapy tit wank:


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Thursday, June 18, 2009, 15:59:56
I watched I Am Legend last night, didn't expect much but actually quite enjoyed it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Fred Elliot on Thursday, June 18, 2009, 16:10:40
I watched I Am Legend last night, didn't expect much but actually quite enjoyed it.

mental x


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Post by: Anteater on Saturday, June 20, 2009, 19:06:47
Last night watched 'The Lives of Others'. It's always a relief to know that whatever crap you wade through to entertain yourself there is always something decent around the corner.........recommend this !


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Saturday, June 20, 2009, 19:22:08
So far this weekend, I've watched Defiance, (8-10)  The benchwarmers £3 from tesco, pretty funny in places 6-10, The Getaway 7-10 and Bonnie and Clyde 7-10 (from a triple pack with Natural born Killers a bargain fiver again from tescos.


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Saturday, June 20, 2009, 20:01:05
I've wathced a few films this week:

Death Warrant - Normally I like van Damme films, they seem to be so bad they're good. This was an exception to that rule and the film was very bad.

Interstate 60 - Wasn't one I'd heard of but expected better from a film with Christopher Lloyd and Gary Oldman in it. It was only just about watchable.

Jumper - It looked bad but the short run time appealed to me. Had so much potential to be a decent cat and mouse action thriller, instead it was predictable and uninspiring. The book is probably a lot better. Still, Rachel Bilson made for very interesting eye candy which redeemed the film a little bit.

Not sure what to watch tonight, hopefully I will find something decent.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, June 20, 2009, 22:02:32
I've just watched this....

[url width=520 height=744]http://www.moviesonline.ca/movie-gallery/albums/userpics//poster_Mammoth_Box_Art.jpg[/url]

Hilariously bad.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Whits on Saturday, June 20, 2009, 22:50:30
Rich please say you didn't pay to buy or rent that?!??


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, June 21, 2009, 07:39:18
Fear not, flicking through the channels and there it was (Sci-Fi channel I believe).

It was hilarious though. 10x worse than the cover suggests!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Sunday, June 21, 2009, 08:13:58
I've just watched this....

[url width=520 height=744]http://www.moviesonline.ca/movie-gallery/albums/userpics//poster_Mammoth_Box_Art.jpg[/url]

I feel as though I must watch this to make my7 life complete

Hilariously bad.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, June 21, 2009, 08:27:25
I couldn't find a trailer but I found a musical montage to the film. You get to see the beast from about 2m 27secs.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yKAXIpnvio


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Whits on Sunday, June 21, 2009, 08:44:46
Classic b movie stuff, I watched komodo vs cobra the other day on sci fi, that was truely awful!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Sunday, June 21, 2009, 11:03:41
I watched Son of Rambow the other day, a kids film really but I enjoyed it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, June 21, 2009, 19:55:47
Watched The Prestige this evening. 6/10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, June 21, 2009, 20:09:28
I watched Eagle Eye earlier, not bad, 3.5/5.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Sunday, June 21, 2009, 20:11:10
Lost in Translation is on tonight.  Watch the first minute - Scarlett Johansen's bottom is rather lovely - then turn it off and do something worthwhile.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, June 21, 2009, 20:27:55
I liked Lost in Translation, a lot.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Sunday, June 21, 2009, 20:36:44
Each to their own, I thought it was pretentious and dull - looked intelligent but lacking in substance.  Alternatively, I didn't get it and it is more intelligent than me.

Seriously, it is a very lovely bottom.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, June 21, 2009, 20:48:54
I liked the bottom and the film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, June 22, 2009, 11:01:41
After wacthing a random "50 greatest film songs" on some music channel the other day I have been whigning on about wanting to watch pearl Harbour so Linda at work brought it for me on DVD! wooo

Im not sure why as its not my normal cup of tea but I love it!?! I want to call my children Raef and Ava 


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Monday, June 22, 2009, 12:07:45
Watched pineapple express, wtf was going on there? Started well as a comedy, and then decided to be an action/thriller half way through. 3/10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, June 22, 2009, 12:08:07
I've seen that Pearl Harbour film one too many times. If Beckinsale wasn't in it I doubt I'd have watched it in its entirety.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Monday, June 22, 2009, 12:09:34
I think i've seen pearl harbour. Is that the one where he says "your gonna be a daddy rafe"? or something like that? its shit


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, June 22, 2009, 12:12:49
I can't really remember Dave, all I thought is how could they make a film of a historic war event into a girls film. Somehow they did it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Monday, June 22, 2009, 12:18:38
Pearl Harbour must be the most slagged-off film I've ever encountered - same goes for Michael Bay. I personally don't get it on either front. Bay's detractors usually sound disgusted, as though he was a serial puppy-kicker or something.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Monday, June 22, 2009, 12:20:27
Pearl Harbour must be the most slagged-off film I've ever encountered - same goes for Michael Bay. I personally don't get it on either front. Bay's detractors usually sound disgusted, as though he was a serial puppy-kicker or something.

He is much worse than a serial puppy-kicker.  Making Pearl Harbour should come with a minimum tariff of 15 years.  Serial puppy kicking I would give a minimum of 10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Monday, June 22, 2009, 12:41:26
He is much worse than a serial puppy-kicker.  Making Pearl Harbour should come with a minimum tariff of 15 years.  Serial puppy kicking I would give a minimum of 10.

A perfect example of the attitude I was talking about. Where does it come from?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, June 22, 2009, 12:44:05
You don't get why Pearl Harbour was slagged off? Because it's downright shit.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Monday, June 22, 2009, 13:00:33
I didn't think it was too bad. Granted I think I was playing championship manager or something whilst watching it, but I genuinely don't see what was so shit about it. Granted, it wasn't brilliant, but I've seen worse - step forward, "Thick as Thieves" and "Mr. Woodcock"


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, June 22, 2009, 13:04:48
I'm with doore. If instead of making pearl harbour michael bay had gone out and murdered 10,000 cute innocent puppies then the world would be a better place.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, June 22, 2009, 13:18:35
It's not the worst film but if it's shit I'm going to say so.

Instead of bombing Pearl Harbour those crazy Japs should have murdered 10,000 puppies.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Monday, June 22, 2009, 13:33:36
I took it for what it was, a piece of action-adventure based in the loosest way possible around actual events.

As such I really enjoyed it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, June 22, 2009, 15:27:55
wow I really have sparked a debate

I like it because I like the way they captured the glamour of the ladies in that era and just cause I do - I dont care if its not trendy to like it!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Monday, June 22, 2009, 16:27:36
I quite liked it. Bollocks all to do with any actual events, but a good action film, albeit slightly too long.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Monday, June 22, 2009, 16:28:57
I took it for what it was, a piece of action-adventure based in the loosest way possible around actual events.

As such I really enjoyed it.

What he said.

Planes + Bombs + guns + eye candy + stuff = watchable stuff.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Monday, June 22, 2009, 16:31:28
Oh.

And I just watched sex drive for the second time, a good movie with a few giggles.

Better than the Stiller/Black/Vaughn ect type crap that you get nowadays.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, June 22, 2009, 21:38:07
just watched office space again. love that film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Monday, June 22, 2009, 21:39:49
just watched office space again. love that film.

I watch that at least twice a year, superb.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 09:14:28
pineapple express is proper shit. fact.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 10:20:27
pineapple express is proper shit. fact.



 :nod:

I don't think it helped I watched a dodgy version of it, but still.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 10:59:10
I watched Slumdog Millionaire last night and was shocked as its nothing like I thought it would be - I thought it would be much more fluffy!! I liked it though pleasently suprised - I want to learn Bangra dancing


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 11:04:30
just watched mike leighs happy go lucky, sally hawkins is good in it but can be slightly annoying. its so very mike leigh. enjoyed it though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 11:10:19
I watched Snatch too last night on channel 5 - love that film - didnt quite realise how old Lock Stock and Snatch are!! thus my age old claim to fame that Nick Moran once brought me a drink


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 19:39:59
Just watched What Just Happened - decent but forgettable 5/10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 19:45:45
I have no films to watch tonight so I'm going to watch a series of Black Books instead.

I have Gandhi for tomorrow which I've never seen.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 19:47:33
I like black books, though i've only seen the second series. Its on 4OD, but i just haven't got round to watching it yet

"My oven can cook bits of oven"


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 19:48:31
It's all fantastic, I think my favourite episode is the childrens book writing.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 19:49:33
Watching series two of The Sopranos on DVD tonight.

Got to be my favourite non-comedy tv show of all time.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 20:02:40
I have no films to watch tonight so I'm going to watch a series of Black Books instead.

I have Gandhi for tomorrow which I've never seen.

Gandhi is great, really well acted.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 20:26:44
just watched mike leighs happy go lucky, sally hawkins is good in it but can be slightly annoying. its so very mike leigh. enjoyed it though.
I didn't really like it.Just seemed a bit strange.I do like Sally Hawkins an awful lot,she's a great actress,but the whole film just didn't feel right to me.Maybe the fact i'm learning to drive at the moment also affected how i viewed it    :D


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 20:39:09
Just got back from Blockbuster clutching Valkyrie and Gran Torino.  I've been wanting to see Gran Torino for ages, Valkyrie goes against my better judgement, but who knows, maybe Tom Cruise has learned to act for this one.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 20:49:55
I like black books, though i've only seen the second series. Its on 4OD, but i just haven't got round to watching it yet

"My oven can cook bits of oven"

She's playing with fire - he's not ready for Nibbly Pig.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 20:56:08
Has anyone seen a series called Charlie Jade? I have series one on dvd but if it's a slow one to get into I'm not going to be so keen.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 09:04:59
Watched Frost/Nixon last night. It was quite good. Especially the bit where Nixon phones David Frost in the middle of the night.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 11:44:51
I wanna see that so much I am totally in love with Michael Sheen


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 12:27:23
Yeah you should watch it, altho personally I think I found the Nixon actor\character the most engaging of the two.

I'm watching the new Transformers tonight with my girlfriend. 2 and a half hours of explosions and big robots fighting.  :D :soapy tit wank:


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 12:43:05
I'm planning on watching Transformers tonight as well.

Autobots roll out!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Morgan Freechild on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 13:00:33
Favourite action film is probably Alien 2.

Favourite comedy would have to be This Is England.

Fave documentary/film is Kubrick's The Shining.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Kinky Tom on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 13:04:00
Just got back from Blockbuster clutching Valkyrie and Gran Torino.  I've been wanting to see Gran Torino for ages, Valkyrie goes against my better judgement, but who knows, maybe Tom Cruise has learned to act for this one.

I really enjoyed Gran Torino, good film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 13:26:38
Yeah you should watch it, altho personally I think I found the Nixon actor\character the most engaging of the two.

Think I said nearly the same thing a few weeks ago. You're obviously a man of great perceptiveness and good taste!

Sadly, I am missing out on Transformers tonight (which my housemates are going to) because I have to fucking work. Was my last chance to get a student ticket too.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 14:02:36
Favourite action film is probably Alien 2.

Favourite comedy would have to be This Is England.

Fave documentary/film is Kubrick's The Shining.

What a strange post.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 14:09:32
This is england isnt a comedy surely???? I found it a bit mentally scarring?!

Am I the only one that is not into the whole transformer milarke? not even seen the first one yet?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 14:12:24
This is england isnt a comedy surely???? I found it a bit mentally scarring?!

Am I the only one that is not into the whole transformer milarke? not even seen the first one yet?
Yeah i looked at that description and wondered!  Transformers is gash, well the 1st one is, and from what i've seen/heard the second is worse.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 15:35:55
I really enjoyed Gran Torino, good film.

Watched it last night, thought it was very good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 15:56:45
Think I said nearly the same thing a few weeks ago. You're obviously a man of great perceptiveness and good taste!

Cheers!

I'll let you know if I think transformers is any good. I'm not expecting anything profound obviously but hopefully it'll be a fun film to watch at the cinema. Its bound to be packed due ot orange wednesday. Wish I had an orange sim card.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 16:15:22
I bought a cheap orange pay as you go just for orange wednesday. Think it only cost £10 and saved me quite a bit.

Top cheapskate TEF tip.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Whits on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 16:31:50
Watched Frost/Nixon last night. It was quite good. Especially the bit where Nixon phones David Frost in the middle of the night.

Really enjoyed that film to


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 17:04:01
I bought a cheap orange pay as you go just for orange wednesday. Think it only cost £10 and saved me quite a bit.

Top cheapskate TEF tip.

Yeah it is worth is but like you say you have to put a tenner on it to get going. You can't just get the free sim card then get 2 for 1 on wednesdays.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 17:08:39
It all depends if you go to the cinema once in a blue moon or not. Considering the price of tickets you'd only have to go 2-3 times to get your money back.

Since I've joined lovefilm I think I've been to the cinema once though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 19:07:14
watched city of ember today, childrens film but really enjoyed it, if anything it could have been another 20 minutes, seemed to end rather too quickly.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: bigbobjoylove on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 19:17:26
watched city of ember today, childrens film but really enjoyed it, if anything it could have been another 20 minutes, seemed to end rather too quickly.

Watched that the other day, good stuff it was too. Only took an interest in it when I read it had Bill Murray in but turned out to be pretty good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 12:02:38
So, transformers last night was pretty much what I expected. Fun to watch at the cinema, good CGI, lots of action... Not a brilliant plot but I didn't really get bored.

I'd read the bad reviews and although I've got the first one on dvd, I don't think it's that good so I went with low expectations and didn't take it seriously. I have to say though, there is some pretty ridiculous stuff in this film.

Here is a selection of some of the most outrageous stuff...

* Megan Fox wearing extreme amounts of lip gloss
*Shia LeBouf getting straddled by a species-esque deceptacon
* A comic duo of transformers who talk in black accents\slang
* An old transformer with a walking stick who talks in a northern accent and says "bollocks"
* Megan Fox carrying a little transformer around like it is a Paris Hilton style chiuaua
* 4 or 5 robots combine in an ultra-mega tranformer that then begins hoovers up half the sahara desert
* Oh yeah btw transformers can teleport.
* The crazy conspiracy theory dude (think the dad from Independence Day) character radios to warships in the ocean who have no idea who he is and asks them to launch a top secret weapon in order to "save a gazillion lives"
* Transformers fight on (and trash) the great pyramid


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 12:14:42
I also watched Transformers last night. Thought a certain part of the film dragged, then once that got resolved the conclusion of the film went far too quickly.

Was a good fun filled action packed film though. Agent Simmons (conspiracy theory guy) and the voice of Jetfire (the old transformer) are both played by John Turturro.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 12:17:36
John Turturro.

"Let me tell you something, pendejo. You pull any of your crazy shit with us, you flash a piece out on the lanes, I'll take it away from you, stick it up your ass and pull the fucking trigger 'til it goes click..... nobody fucks with the Jesus."


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 12:26:00
A classic film and who could also forget the wonderful tv series Monk?

On an aside I see Jeff Bridges is to be in a film called The Giver. Anyone ever read this? Seemed to copy a fair bit from Nineteen Eighty-Four.

On another aside, I will watch The Wrestler tonight.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 12:40:20
Was a good fun filled action packed film though

Not everyone thought so...

http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/reviews/transformers-revenge-of-the-fallen-michael-bay-147-mins-12abrgigantic-matt-aselton-97-mins-15-1711232.html  :eek:


What part did you think dragged?


1984 has influenced a lot of sci-fi.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 13:30:28
So, transformers last night was pretty much what I expected. Fun to watch at the cinema, good CGI, lots of action... Not a brilliant plot but I didn't really get bored.



I'm looking forward to that. I am sure that I'd enjoy as I'll take it as it is: Action + big robots + explosions and stuff.

Just watched wall_E again with my little girl. It is actually a good little movie, with a nice story that is cleverly done.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 13:40:48
I've had Wall-E downloaded for a while but haven't watched it. Tried to start once but put something else on instead. I've only heard good things about it but for some reason I've got it into my head I'd find it too slow\boring.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 13:50:13
Wall-E was the best film released last year.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Saxondale on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 13:53:51
Wall-e was one of the rare occasions Ive been to the cinema with the daughter and not fallen asleep.

Great film. 


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 13:55:45
Not everyone thought so...

http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/reviews/transformers-revenge-of-the-fallen-michael-bay-147-mins-12abrgigantic-matt-aselton-97-mins-15-1711232.html  :eek:


What part did you think dragged?


1984 has influenced a lot of sci-fi.

I'll try not to give anything away...The bit before the very end, with the pillars.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 14:08:15
I think my bad impression came from a review I read where it was said not much happens or theres no speaking or something for the first 20mins... but the same review gave the film 4 or maybe even 5 stars and I don't even think they meant it as a criticism.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Gelbfüßler on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 14:11:12
Wall-E was the best film released last year.

What he said, absolutely quality film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 14:36:37
I've had Wall-E downloaded for a while but haven't watched it. Tried to start once but put something else on instead. I've only heard good things about it but for some reason I've got it into my head I'd find it too slow\boring.

It is a slow starter.

Having said that, it is one of those movies where the beginning is the best bit once you know the story. It is also very re-watchable.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Kinky Tom on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 14:39:43
I'm d/ling Wall-E now off the back of this, I'd best enjoy it... :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 14:43:49
It is a slow starter.

Having said that, it is one of those movies where the beginning is the best bit once you know the story. It is also very re-watchable.


I thought the beginning was amazing. Would have been an amazing little short film by itself.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 14:57:19
I can only agree with those bigging-up Wall_E, fantastic film. It's interesting how despite there being relatively little dialogue, so much is conveyed by the characters.

Just watched The Wrestler, very good film. I'd put off watching it for a while but glad I finally got round to it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 15:07:11
I can only agree with those bigging-up Wall_E, fantastic film. It's interesting how despite there being relatively little dialogue, so much is conveyed by the characters.


Innit.

Different movie, but for the same reason I think that Tom Hanks is ace for what he did in Castaway. I found his (almost) solo performance very impressive.

WILSON...............................


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 15:11:45
I didn't like Wall-E, I fell asleep after 10 minutes. Granted I was extremely pissed at the time.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 15:16:38
How can you say you didn't like it if you didn't watch it you numpty?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 16:40:22
Watched Valkyrie last night - average.  Really would have been better in German, and I find Tom Cruise almost unwatchable sometimes.  Some of the other characters were very well acted though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 22:02:46
I have just finished watching The Wrestler. Very bleak film but I thought it was very good, wasn't as arty as I expected it to be which was also a good thing in my book.

Marisa Tomei has a very nice body for a lady in her 40s.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 22:13:33
Marisa Tomei has a very nice body for a lady in her 40s.

Agreed. Her and Heather Graham, very tasty for their respective ages (although upon checking, Graham isn't quite 40 yet).


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 22:22:25
on the flights to and from SA I watched In the Loop which was very funny and enjoyed immensely and the Wrestler, which I thought wasn't very good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 22:24:04
Why didn't you like The Wrestler Bob? Not your sort of thing?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 22:29:24
Why didn't you like The Wrestler Bob? Not your sort of thing?


I'm not totally sure Si. I thought it was all a bit predictable which is maybe what marks it down for me.

I had heard really good things about it and thought it was ok but nothing more for me.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 22:36:00
I'm not sure it deserved the hype it got also. I think the film is more of a character portrayal than a story and on that front the film succeeded.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 22:42:36
I have Gandhi for tomorrow which I've never seen.

That was pretty immense. 3 hours+ but very watchable. Kingsley is epic, some of the other characters weren't so special.

I'm glad I finally got round to watching it, 4.5/5.

I do like the dodgy old cinematography, some of the scene change pauses are classics. On the whole a great job though Dicky.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 23:58:25
That was pretty immense. 3 hours+ but very watchable. Kingsley is epic, some of the other characters weren't so special.

I'm glad I finally got round to watching it, 4.5/5.

I do like the dodgy old cinematography, some of the scene change pauses are classics. On the whole a great job though Dicky.

Big fan of historical boigraphies.  Lawrence of Arabia is a great film too.  Am going to watch Che (part 1 and 2) soon, supposed to be good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: JPC82 on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 23:59:46
Big fan of historical boigraphies.  Lawrence of Arabia is a great film too.  Am going to watch Che (part 1 and 2) soon, supposed to be good.

snob


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Friday, June 26, 2009, 00:02:29
oi. you need my permission to bully doore.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: JPC82 on Friday, June 26, 2009, 00:04:09
oi. you need my permission to bully doore.

oh sorry didnt realise


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, June 26, 2009, 08:45:25
I watched Sherrybaby last night. It wasn't as good as I hoped. I guess maybe the plot was a bit weak and there weren't enough good scenes. Maggie Gylenhaal acted quite well in it tho.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Friday, June 26, 2009, 08:55:57
And got her baps out, that's always a bonus.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, June 26, 2009, 18:58:23
Updated my LoveFilm account to 2 DVD's at a time. It's proper good this service.

Tonight I'm watching Run Ronnie Run. It's a spin-off from a TV show called Mr. Show. The film stars David Cross who is awesome as Dr. Tobias Fünke, the "analrapist" in Arrested Development.

I'm interested by this film merely because Cross and co-writer Bob Odenkirk disowned the film after its completion.

[url width=500 height=313]http://cdn.holytaco.com/www/sites/default/files/photo/c8/8172/Tobias-Funke-Analrapist_500x500.jpg[/url]


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: bigbobjoylove on Friday, June 26, 2009, 19:03:23
Watched Synecdoche, New York which has to be one of the strangest films ever. Good though if you like some of Kaufman's other films (Spotless Mind, Being John Malkovich) Lot's of silly fantasy elements and a wonderful cast.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, June 26, 2009, 19:11:35
Kaufman is an insane genius. You miss out Human Nature (meh) and Adaptation (which I really enjoyed).


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, June 27, 2009, 18:59:53
Run Ronnie Run was a bit shit, loads of cameos though - even David Baddiel turns up for a mini-second.

Worth watching for a small weird segment involving Jack Black doing a Dick Van Dyke skit singing a song called "Kick Him in the Cunt"

Really odd structure for a film. It has flashbacks a bit like what they do on Family Guy.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Sunday, June 28, 2009, 12:46:16
Updated my LoveFilm account to 2 DVD's at a time. It's proper good this service.

Tonight I'm watching Run Ronnie Run. It's a spin-off from a TV show called Mr. Show. The film stars David Cross who is awesome as Dr. Tobias Fünke, the "analrapist" in Arrested Development.

I'm interested by this film merely because Cross and co-writer Bob Odenkirk disowned the film after its completion.

[url width=500 height=313]http://cdn.holytaco.com/www/sites/default/files/photo/c8/8172/Tobias-Funke-Analrapist_500x500.jpg[/url]

i've made a huge mistake


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC_Gazza on Sunday, June 28, 2009, 16:43:53
Angels & Deamons was a great film I thought, saw it over in Canada with my brother, great story line!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: nochee on Sunday, June 28, 2009, 16:52:57
Angels & Deamons was a great film I thought, saw it over in Canada with my brother, great story line!

I thought so too. I watched it in Rome. The only bad thing was all the bloody yanks in the cinema with fistfulls of popcorn and hot dogs


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, June 29, 2009, 12:14:46
I watched defiance on Saturday - I fell asleep several times - what use is a Daniel Craig film if he doesnt strip off??


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Monday, June 29, 2009, 14:33:23
Watched Nick and Norah's Infinite playlist last night - decent I thought, seemed a lot like Juno though. Good music to boot.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Kinky Tom on Monday, June 29, 2009, 14:44:43
watched wall-e the other evening, enjoyed it, good fun.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: nochee on Monday, June 29, 2009, 15:33:37
Just watched Slumdog Millionaire and loved it. Predictable, but easy to watch and the girl Latika is a proper sort. Wouldnt mind a chicken madras a pint of Cobra with her!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Monday, June 29, 2009, 15:47:41
Watched Nick and Norah's Infinite playlist last night - decent I thought, seemed a lot like Juno though. Good music to boot.

I thought it'd be like Juno too but didn't like it much. Was nowhere near as good imo. Fair play if you liked it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, June 29, 2009, 20:14:43
my girlfriend wanted to watch some zombie films, so this week i've rewatched dawn of the dead, land of the dead, 28 days later and 28 weeks later.

dawn of the dead is awesome. i forgot how funny it is :)

looking forward to seeing public enemies this week (hopefully) and am aiming to see drag me to hell - anyone seen either yet?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Monday, June 29, 2009, 23:00:32
I thought it'd be like Juno too but didn't like it much. Was nowhere near as good imo. Fair play if you liked it.

I thought Juno was quite well done, and Nick and Nora was downright awful.  I think there is a habit at the mo for film makers to see a film well done and essentially take the same idea, change the characters and the context, and make a "whole new" film.  This has really happened with Knocked Up, Zach and Miri, Superbad, Pineapple Express etc, and previously happened with Anchorman, Dodgeball, Wedding Crashers, Zoolander etc. 

A lot of these films exist simply to make money, and have no imagination or wit.  Thankfully, there are alternatives.  I saw a great Swedish film at a small independent cinema the other night called Everlasting Moments.  A terrific, original and witty film - highly recommended.

Also, best film of the last couple of years is Lars and the Real Girl.7

That is all.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Crozzer on Monday, June 29, 2009, 23:38:40
Watched Doctor Strangelove again last week, found it extremely funny, and worth another viewing. 

George C. Scott as General Turgidson puts in an absolute classic performance, but rather too close to the truth.


Also saw Transformers and wondered at the mesmerising acting skills of Megan Fox, still trying to understand what the film was supposed to be about and was very disappointed when the character played by Isabel Lucas left the plot.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 00:12:37
Dr. Strangelove should be in everybody's top 10 films, most of Kubrick's work is fucking brilliant, and that's probably my favourite.

Sat and watched Anita and Me on BBC1 tonight. A bit quaint for the sake of it in bits, but sort of necessary to show the differences between the cultures the girl's caught between. Or something. Good watch anyway.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 02:17:35
Just watched Dear Zachary. The forum which recommended it to me said it was best not to look at the wikipedia page or any other spoilers, and I'm glad I didn't. Parts of it were horribly upsetting and other bits just left me feeling cold. Worth a watch though.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 11:45:13
I watched Sicko yesterday. I thought it was really good.

A lot of people seem to slate Michael Moore and its true he has a typically american unsubtle style and he picks his evidence very selectively and might seem to be working towards a certain predecided conclusion.

But I think his documentarys are good - he constructs convincing arguments and as far as I'm concerned the messages are good - americas gun culture is fucked up, the war on terror was a smokescreen for increasing americas political and economic power, people shouldn't be dying in one of the worlds richest countrys just because they can't afford to pay for an operation themselves.

There is a funny bit in Sicko where Moore is interviewing this French doctor about their free healthcare and he asks "do you think this could happen in America?" and the doctor says "no". Then on the voiceover Moore says something like "I could feel his seething anti-Americanism".  :soapy tit wank:


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 11:51:35
I love Michael Moore too! Not seen Sicko though


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: nochee on Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 16:30:22
Just watched, Catch me if you can. T'was recommended on here a few pages ago. Good fun that one  :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 17:09:37
Tonight I shall be rewatching Downfall.  Terrific film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 19:18:04
Yeah Downfall is badass. The performance of the guy who plays Hitler is excellent.

It is quite a long time to concentrate and read subtitles tho. It's worth it but its one of those films you have to commit a big chunk of your evening to.

Have you seen Black Book? Also a good foreign language WW2 film but very different to Downfall. It's fictional spy thriller with lots of action by the bloke who made Starship Troopers (and Robocop)! Apparently it was like the highest grossing film ever in Holland or something. Its a lot better than I probably just made it sound.  :D


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 19:27:11
I just watched Tigerland, a 'Nam film that doesn't get to 'Nam.

Think I've seen it before but forgot, it's not bad but not a classic.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 20:12:05
Yeah Downfall is badass. The performance of the guy who plays Hitler is excellent.

It is quite a long time to concentrate and read subtitles tho. It's worth it but its one of those films you have to commit a big chunk of your evening to.

Have you seen Black Book? Also a good foreign language WW2 film but very different to Downfall. It's fictional spy thriller with lots of action by the bloke who made Starship Troopers (and Robocop)! Apparently it was like the highest grossing film ever in Holland or something. Its a lot better than I probably just made it sound.  :D

Never even heard of Black Book, but will certainly look out for it.  Thanks for the tip off.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, 07:42:44
black book is an excellent watch, it keeps popping up on film4 at the moment, just watched taken with liam neeson, passed an hour and a half of my life quite nicely but wouldnt want to watch it again.

watched the boy in the striped pyjamas last week, very good indeed, the final sequences really made me question myself about a few things which i wont divulge as wouldnt want to spoil it for those who havent seen it. 9/10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, 18:33:43
Just watched Vicky Cristina Barcelona, Woody Allen's latest offering. Not bad, but with Rebecca Hall, Scarlett Johansson and Penelope Cruz it could have been so much more.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, 18:39:00
Yeah Downfall is badass. The performance of the guy who plays Hitler is excellent.

It is quite a long time to concentrate and read subtitles tho. It's worth it but its one of those films you have to commit a big chunk of your evening to.

Have you seen Black Book? Also a good foreign language WW2 film but very different to Downfall. It's fictional spy thriller with lots of action by the bloke who made Starship Troopers (and Robocop)! Apparently it was like the highest grossing film ever in Holland or something. Its a lot better than I probably just made it sound.  :D

Both Downfall and Black Book are in my collection, great films, seem to be not too popular with most females i know though!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Thursday, July 2, 2009, 21:01:11
I've just got back from Blockbuster with Spiderman 3.  Liked the first, hated the second.  Have I done the right thing?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: JPC82 on Thursday, July 2, 2009, 21:02:46
watching Bronson at some point over the weekend, any good?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, July 2, 2009, 21:04:58
I've just got back from Blockbuster with Spiderman 3.  Liked the first, hated the second.  Have I done the right thing?

Probably not. How many trilogys can you think of where if you thought the second wasnt half as good the third was a return to form? There must be an example but I can't ber bothered to rack my brains for it.

Go into not expecting much and maybe you'll be pleasantly surprised?

Suppose a lot depends on how into Spiderman you are.

I haven't seen any of the Spiderman films so I am speculating on something I know fuck all about really.  :thumb:


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, July 2, 2009, 21:06:42
watching Bronson at some point over the weekend, any good?

Having read his autobigraphy some years back with I thought was a really good read I was a bit disappointed with the film. Didn't think it was absolute crap tho.

My girlfriend who I watched it with was the opposite and went to see it doubting whether she'd like it but thought it was really good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Thursday, July 2, 2009, 21:07:37
Probably not. How many trilogys can you think of where if you thought the second wasnt half as good the third was a return to form? There must be an example but I can't ber bothered to rack my brains for it.

Go into not expecting much and maybe you'll be pleasantly surprised?

Suppose a lot depends on how into Spiderman you are.

I haven't seen any of the Spiderman films so I am speculating on something I know fuck all about really.  :thumb:

Only trilogy, for me, where the third is better than the second is the Die Hard trilogy, but I seem to be always in the minority on this.

I'm not expecting much to be honest, there wasn't a lot available I'd not seen.  I think I might just watch too many films.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Thursday, July 2, 2009, 21:22:17
i watched Prince caspian today (chronicles of narnia) proper god childrens adventure, but considering it was a kids film there was loads of warrior slaying and beheadings and stabbings and stuff. really en joyed it though. tomorrow i have the kite runner to watch.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Thursday, July 2, 2009, 21:26:19
I'm watching spiderman 3 tomorrow, i've seen if before and it's the best of the 3, but tomorrow it gets watched on blu ray on my new 50" plasma if the sods turn up, i'm all excited! Cant wait to see the Sandman again, probably some of the best special effects i've ever seen.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Batch on Thursday, July 2, 2009, 21:47:01
I found Spiderman 3 to be a dull borefest. Even if that's true at least it'll be a 50" HD dull borefest for you. Couldn't get the Mrs to go above 42" here as 50" would be "too big".

She never complains when we go to the cinema that the screen is too big though. Bloody women logic.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Thursday, July 2, 2009, 21:49:57
I've just set the cabinet thing up, and she said jeez is it as wide as that? So i said no of course not....waited til she's half way up the stairs and said wider! I will be grateful for the big screen when i'm watching from the garden tomorrow night!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, July 2, 2009, 22:28:01
I found Spiderman 3 to be a dull borefest. Even if that's true at least it'll be a 50" HD dull borefest for you. Couldn't get the Mrs to go above 42" here as 50" would be "too big".

She never complains when we go to the cinema that the screen is too big though. Bloody women logic.

She's probably worried there will be more tv to dust  :w00t:


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, July 2, 2009, 23:14:50
I watched taking lives earlier, but gave up half way through and remedied it with Independence day which is still awesome.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Batch on Friday, July 3, 2009, 06:51:39
She's probably worried there will be more tv to dust  :w00t:

Nah, I think she's allergic to dusting.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, July 3, 2009, 07:12:58
Watched Cass last night. I thought it was quite good... I am really looking forward to seeing Away Days tho (this has to be the third time I've mentioned it) and think it will probably be better.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Friday, July 3, 2009, 10:24:39
Watched Insomnia last night...2002 film with Al Pacino..makes a good film into a very good one,set in Alaska..was a good watch and think it was one of Hilary Swanks first main films.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Kinky Tom on Friday, July 3, 2009, 10:28:58
Think I saw that one at the cinema leefer, seen it again since fairly decent - couldn't imagine living with all that light all the time.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Friday, July 3, 2009, 10:32:58
Watched Insomnia last night...2002 film with Al Pacino..makes a good film into a very good one,set in Alaska..was a good watch and think it was one of Hilary Swanks first main films.


A very good film indeed,Robin williams is so versatile and under rated in my opinion..

Im hoping to watch taken in broad daylight tonight,it's based on a true story about 17 year old girl who gets kidnapped,her cleverness kept her alive as she befriended her captor.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9SwGIIa7-D8


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Friday, July 3, 2009, 12:25:14
Well, Spiderman 3 was worse than expected.  I thought it was awful.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: spacey on Friday, July 3, 2009, 12:41:50
Are you bad mouthing Raimi? That's typical of the middle class.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Friday, July 3, 2009, 13:04:08
Are you bad mouthing Raimi? That's typical of the middle class.

Look, the comedian is back. 


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: nochee on Friday, July 3, 2009, 13:15:16
I watched The Butterfly Effect last night and absolutely loved it. Its true about how our paths take different directions depending on the decisions we make. I have a few of them to to make now.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, July 3, 2009, 13:18:26
I watched The Butterfly Effect last night and absolutely loved it. Its true about how our paths take different directions depending on the decisions we make. I have a few of them to to make now.

I saw that ages ago, remembered thinking how good it was at the time.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, July 3, 2009, 13:47:07
I watched The Butterfly Effect last night and absolutely loved it. Its true about how our paths take different directions depending on the decisions we make.

Read that back again. Is it not the height of stating the obvious?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: nochee on Friday, July 3, 2009, 14:20:16
Sorry Spy, forgive me.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, July 3, 2009, 14:58:00
Was I just being exactly the sort of annoying sarcastic cunt who populates this forum?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: nochee on Friday, July 3, 2009, 14:59:55
Was I just being exactly the sort of annoying sarcastic cunt who populates this forum?

Stating the obvious!!   :D


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, July 3, 2009, 18:11:39
Watched Milk t'other evening. Very good - I'm hit and miss with Gus Van Sant but he did a good job with this one.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: spacey on Friday, July 3, 2009, 18:22:15
Look, the comedian is back. 

You're quite sensitive about being middle class aren't you. Is it guilt?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Friday, July 3, 2009, 18:23:46
I am going to watch HAPPY GO LUCKY a bit later on.

Is it worth watching or shall I try and catch up on DEXTER instead?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, July 3, 2009, 18:25:53
I'd go with Dexter.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Friday, July 3, 2009, 18:34:43
...because it is a weak movie, or because DEXTER is just so damned good?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, July 3, 2009, 18:36:07
Happy Go Lucky is okay - Dexter is awesome.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: pumbaa on Friday, July 3, 2009, 19:43:57
For those who haven't seen it yet, Pans Labyrinth, 2100, More4, tonight. That'll be me sorted then!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Kinky Tom on Friday, July 3, 2009, 19:46:13
For those who haven't seen it yet, Pans Labyrinth, 2100, More4, tonight. That'll be me sorted then!

Just remember it's subtitled so not too many substances...


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Anteater on Friday, July 3, 2009, 20:06:57
Quality film ! substances with this could be scary ?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Ginginho on Friday, July 3, 2009, 20:08:39
I am going to watch HAPPY GO LUCKY a bit later on.

Is it worth watching or shall I try and catch up on DEXTER instead?

Never seen Happy Go Lucky, but Dexter is ace, so i'd go with that


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, July 3, 2009, 20:17:31
Taken is quite good but dont think she befirends her captors, well not in the film version.

I watched the kite runner today, fucking brilliant film, in fact i would go as far to say my fav film of the year so far.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, July 3, 2009, 20:26:02
I'm just about to watch Che part 1 - Che part 2 tomorrow.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Friday, July 3, 2009, 20:42:51
Taken is quite good but dont think she befirends her captors, well not in the film version.

I watched the kite runner today, fucking brilliant film, in fact i would go as far to say my fav film of the year so far.


It's called taken in broad daylight not the liam neeson taken.

Well i watched it last night and it was a half decent movie,I've just read up on the story on the net andthey seemed to have done a decent job of how thing's happened.

Anne Sluti was only seventeen,but she was very clever in what she done and kept a clear head,but you can't help thinking she was very lucky she did't end up dead.I suppose it comes down to your captor and how far you think you can push that boundary with them.

Im not sure your find it in the shops,I got it from online as it was a movie aired on the american liftime movie channel.

Not everyone's cup of tea,but if you like true stories then it's worth a watch.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:06:43
Watched The Departed last night....not into violent films but it was a top film...Nicholson could play a nun in a film and still be good................good twists at the end and was a shock when Leonardo got killed in the film,sort of felt disapointed!...good film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:13:32
I'm just about to watch Che part 1 - Che part 2 tomorrow.

What was it like? Thinking of getting that today.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: spacey on Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:15:25
Watched The Departed last night....not into violent films but it was a top film...Nicholson could play a nun in a film and still be good................good twists at the end and was a shock when Leonardo got killed in the film,sort of felt disapointed!...good film.

I tell you what now we know Leonardo gets killed, why don't you tell us about the twists at the end and then there'll be no point watching it at all.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:18:37
Watched the graduate last night, had never seen it, was good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:20:53
I could tell you all the differences before you watched the originals as well if you would like?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Saturday, July 4, 2009, 12:01:46
I tell you what now we know Leonardo gets killed, why don't you tell us about the twists at the end and then there'll be no point watching it at all.

You probably wouldnt undestand em Spacey..there abit grown up.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: spacey on Saturday, July 4, 2009, 14:30:08
Nice spelling, Mr Maturity.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Saturday, July 4, 2009, 19:05:30
Just remembered I watched In the loop on the plane to SA. Hilarious film, very very good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bob's Orange on Saturday, July 4, 2009, 19:07:57
Watching Coming To America. Classic.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, July 5, 2009, 21:03:04
I'm going to watch Inside Man tonight. I've seen it before although I was very alcohol fuelled at the time and could barely cling onto the storyline.

I've been practically dry for the past 3 weeks so it should be more successful viewing this time round.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: 4D on Sunday, July 5, 2009, 22:19:24
Watched the graduate last night, had never seen it, was good.

Benjamin, is that you?  ;)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Monday, July 6, 2009, 06:21:47
I'm going to watch Inside Man tonight. I've seen it before although I was very alcohol fuelled at the time and could barely cling onto the storyline.

I've been practically dry for the past 3 weeks so it should be more successful viewing this time round.

I just got that on DVD, will also be watching it tonight.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Monday, July 6, 2009, 07:07:06
can someone with loads of time on their hands go through this thread and make a good, not bad, shit ultimate list of tef films for reference? would be dead handy then we can add to it as we go along, i have to say my lovefilm list has been mainly generated by this thread so cheers everyone.

i have 21 up next, have heard mixed reviews but im strangely looking forward to it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Whits on Monday, July 6, 2009, 08:02:21
i have 21 up next, have heard mixed reviews but im strangely looking forward to it.

i quite liked it, however i watched it the day after i'd been to atlantic city!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Sippo on Monday, July 6, 2009, 14:09:10
Watched Escape from Alcatraz with Clint Eastwood in, and was thoroughly impressed. Can't wait to go to Alcatraz now.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Monday, July 6, 2009, 14:16:47
Alcatraz has been one of my favourite ever excursions, and i include the pyramids and Ayers rock in that. The films ace too, I watched Frost/nixon and really didnt like it much, probably due to my long term dislike of david frost.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, July 6, 2009, 17:43:45
I just got that on DVD, will also be watching it tonight.

The storyline isn't as complicated as I expected, but it was a well thought out film overall and it was quite clever.

On the slightly negative side Jodie Foster plays her character very well. I say negative because she annoys the fuck out of me usually, but even more in this role. You'll see what I mean.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, July 6, 2009, 21:28:20
Just watched W.

Typical Oliver Stone film really.

6/10


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Monday, July 6, 2009, 22:39:31
Watching Seven for the 1,952nd time.  Still teriffic.

Watched The Young Victoria and Frost/Nixon this weekend.  Young Victoria could have been a lot better - it was rather staid and dull.

Frost/Nixon I really quite enjoyed.  Sheen was good, but the film was made by the performance of the guy who played Nixon - his name escapes me.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Monday, July 6, 2009, 23:34:49
Watching Seven for the 1,952nd time.  Still teriffic.

Watched The Young Victoria and Frost/Nixon this weekend.  Young Victoria could have been a lot better - it was rather staid and dull.

Frost/Nixon I really quite enjoyed.  Sheen was good, but the film was made by the performance of the guy who played Nixon - his name escapes me.

Frank Langella - I made almost exactly the same comment a while back, which was recently echoed by Spy.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Monday, July 6, 2009, 23:36:58
Frank Langella - I made almost exactly the same comment a while back, which was recently echoed by Spy.

Thanks - has he been in anything else of note that you know of? Never heard of him.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Monday, July 6, 2009, 23:47:15
Thanks - has he been in anything else of note that you know of? Never heard of him.

Nope, never heard of him before. Cool name though. A quick glance at IMDB reveals that he was in Superman Returns (which I've seen but can barely remember) and Red Dragon (only a voice over though) but crucially he played Skeletor in 'Masters of the Universe'!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, 07:28:33
Frank Langella - I made almost exactly the same comment a while back, which was recently echoed by Spy.

Maybe the 3 of us should be on some late night film discussion show like the culture show where we would sit around on sofas agreeing with each other.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, 16:23:05
Maybe the 3 of us should be on some late night film discussion show like the culture show where we would sit around on sofas agreeing with each other.

Facial hair would help this.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, 16:25:30
Facial hair would help this.

I have facial hair already.  I'm in.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, 16:26:58
i really enjoyed 21, good film, right i have knowing up next


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, 16:49:27
Took my little girl to watch Ice Age 3 today.

It is quite giggletastic.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, 17:22:52
Had the grave misfortune of watching a “Good” Year with Russell Crowe last night on Film 4 and by Christ I nearly pulled my eyeballs out and inserted them down my Jap’s eye.

Fucking god awful Hugh Grant style of rom-com made by fucking Ridley Scott the man who made Aliens and should be fucking executed.

I should have turned off but the girlfriend thoroughly enjoyed it.

Avoid at all costs

1/10


Oh and Tropic Thunder on Friday.  Couple of mildly amusing moments but a case of a big cast over any substance.  I can’t fucking stand most Ben Stiller stuff anyway but this was fairly woeful even by his standards.


3/10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, 17:42:06
I've got La Vie En Rose lined up for this evening.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, 18:18:17
Just watched Bug, which was different.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, 19:08:55
Just watched knowing with nicholas cage, had the makings of a classic sci fi thriller, the last 30 minutes really really really let it down badly.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 11:45:59
Ive just booked tickets to see Bruno with my sister and the gay next week! whoop!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 12:08:52
Has anyone seen this movie' it looks half decent.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BH_kyxHofnU


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 12:24:04
What film is it Russ? I can't see at work.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 12:27:33
Has anyone seen this movie' it looks half decent.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BH_kyxHofnU

Is ok and worth a look but nowt special.  A lot better than some of the recent hoolie films and it offers something a bit different to the usual fare.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 12:41:48
I watched 'Kind Heart and Coronets' last night. Brilliant black comedy which has stood the test of time very well.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Peter Venkman on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 12:46:42
I watched 'Kind Heart and Coronets' last night. Brilliant black comedy which has stood the test of time very well.

Love that film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 13:13:29
Thank's Dazza,I'll give it a go friday night.

Spy,It's called Cass,a true story about a member of west ham's notorious ICF.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 13:24:42
Ive just ordered that film for my boyf as he read one of the books on holiday and enjoyed it

arnt I a kind person?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC_Gazza on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 13:53:35
I want to see The Taking Of Pelham 123. Saw it advertised when I was in Canada, havent seen it here yet. looked a great film./


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 14:08:13
So who's off to see Harry Potter this weekend?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 14:13:01
I watched Cass last week. It is good. Worth watching but I think Away Days its probably better. I haven't seen it yet tho.

I am going to see Bruno before seeing Harry Potter. Been looking forward to Bruno ever since I heard about it hope it doesn't dissapoint.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 14:15:46
Is Bruno shot in the same style as Borat? e.g. a mock-umentary?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 14:23:59
Is Bruno shot in the same style as Borat? e.g. a mock-umentary?

yes.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 14:33:21
I can proudly say I have never read a Harry Potter Book or watched a Harry Potter film
Not really into wizards and all that shit


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 15:52:04
I'm waiting for G-force to come out at the end of the month.A guinea pig spy film is just my idea of a good time at the cinema  :)

Watched Diving bell and the butterfly,its moving and sad,would recommend it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 18:32:52
On the one hand Cass didn't go down the usual football hooligan film route which made it different. On the other it just made it quite an unexciting story about a bloke who used to bash people about.

Had it's moments but it should have had more about the ICF in it, that's what people wanted to see. I didn't know whether to laugh at the ending it was cringeworthy yet amusing.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 19:54:54
I can proudly say I have never read a Harry Potter Book or watched a Harry Potter film
Not really into wizards and all that shit

Im into wizards sleeves if you have one?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 21:38:26
On the one hand Cass didn't go down the usual football hooligan film route which made it different. On the other it just made it quite an unexciting story about a bloke who used to bash people about.

Had it's moments but it should have had more about the ICF in it, that's what people wanted to see. I didn't know whether to laugh at the ending it was cringeworthy yet amusing.

That's kind of took the edge off it,I was hoping it would be mainly focused around the ICF.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 07:28:26
La Vie En Rose was really, really good.

8/10


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 09:32:27
Im into wizards sleeves if you have one?

euuuuuuw!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:05:14
Tonight I will watch either Schindler's List, Jarhead or Donnie Darko.  See them all before - will the good people of the TEF help me decide please?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:07:31
Tonight I will watch either Schindler's List, Jarhead or Donnie Darko.  See them all before - will the good people of the TEF help me decide please?

High School Musical 3


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:08:10
schinflers list


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:09:22
are you in the mood for emotion or action?

actually none of them are very actiony.

I'd go with 'List


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:09:54
High School Musical 3

I can't - I have downstairs neighbours with young children, and I can't watch it with dancing round like a loon.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:10:15
Looks like Schindler's List then, thanks guys.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:16:54
High School Musical 3

I actually want to watch this for "research"
Oh and theres a new film out about cheerleading?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:25:35
Bring It On 5


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:26:31
dont EVER diss bring it on in my company!!!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:27:32
I've just watched 'Beyond the Mat' a decade old documentary about wrestling, mostly WWE stuff. I watched it years ago but it's still really interesting regardless to whether someone likes wrestling or not.

7/10


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:31:09
dont EVER diss bring it on in my company!!!!

How many sequels are there though? I'm sure they're going to release another this year.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:32:34
To be honest I never got past the original!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:34:17
That's because it's a bit shit. Luckily Eliza Dushku makes up for the crapiness.

Someone wanted me to watch High School Musical 3 with them, in fact use my own lovefilm account to rent it. We haven't spoken since.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:36:04
was it good? do Troy and Gabrella get married at the end?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:39:00
was it good? do Troy and Gabrella get married at the end?

I have no idea what you're talking about, I didn't watch it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:42:31
yeah yeah whatever   ::)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:43:37
I have a small phobia of girly films after watching You've Got Mail and being simultaneously dumped at the same time.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:44:30
Boys never took me to rom coms on dates!! I remember going to see men in black on a date once!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:45:42
I have a small phobia of girly films after watching You've Got Mail and being simultaneously dumped at the same time.

That's awful.  The worst thing that can happen to man, and you get dumped as well.  Shocking.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:48:15
Boys never took me to rom coms on dates!! I remember going to see men in black on a date once!

He had the right idea. Fuck knows what I was thinking.

Back to the topic slightly, I watched the Hustler the other night because I'm ashamed to say I'd not seen before then. I quite enjoyed it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:49:46
Boys never took me to rom coms on dates!! I remember going to see men in black on a date once!

I went to see Chicken Run for a date once when I was about 15. It was horrible, she was a complete minger. I only went as a favour for a mate. The lucky bastard got the fit one who then went and wanked him off in the cinema.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:51:40
chicken run!!! ha ha! how romantic! do people really do that in cinemas?!!!!

the same boy who took me to see MIB also took me to see Independance day - I Think he fancied Will Smith or something??? he took me in his sexy maroon Nova


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:53:16
Or maybe he likes films with aliens.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:56:53
chicken run!!! ha ha! how romantic! do people really do that in cinemas?!!!!

I don't know, but they did.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:57:30
filth!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 19:59:01
You mean you've never been flicked at the flicks? You've missed out.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Thursday, July 9, 2009, 21:43:05
I just watched Stuck. That's a pretty fucked up film. The dude in it has a seriously bad day.

I've also never been inappropriately touched in a cinema.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, July 10, 2009, 12:22:34
Maybe me and Axs could get together just to tick it off the list??


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Whits on Friday, July 10, 2009, 12:26:19
chicken run!!! ha ha! how romantic! do people really do that in cinemas?!!!!

yeah people do... it made lost in translation a better film for me :D


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, July 10, 2009, 12:27:59
I always thought you were such a nice boy!!  :eek:


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Whits on Friday, July 10, 2009, 12:29:21
i am, but i'm not going to turn it down am i?!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, July 10, 2009, 15:04:27
I've just watched 'Beyond the Mat' a decade old documentary about wrestling, mostly WWE stuff. I watched it years ago but it's still really interesting regardless to whether someone likes wrestling or not.

7/10

I've got that on the download now. Cheers.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Friday, July 10, 2009, 15:57:16
Maybe me and Axs could get together just to tick it off the list??

Only if I get to pick the film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, July 10, 2009, 16:18:48
eugh it will be something dull no doubt? ;)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Friday, July 10, 2009, 16:20:05
I've got W (dub-ya) for tonight.  Apologies if this has been covered before but is it any good?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Friday, July 10, 2009, 16:20:20
I've got W (dub-ya) for tonight.  Apologies if this has been covered before but is it any good?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, July 10, 2009, 17:49:36
Doore if you scan recent pages I think somebody watched it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Friday, July 10, 2009, 17:52:45
Just watched W.

Typical Oliver Stone film really.

6/10

Thanks Spy, found this a few pages back.  I'll give it a go.  Not expecting much really.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, July 10, 2009, 18:09:37
Other than the occassional dig at Dubya and his cronies - I just didn't see the point in a lot of it. Saying that I watched it from start to finish.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: michael on Friday, July 10, 2009, 18:15:31
Yeah, all this having a go at George Bush Jr is very tiresome.

It is, for my money, the biggest bandwagon going and most of the pop-culture commentary on it was regurgitated, lowest common denominator tosh with one eye on resurecting a career or adding an edgy slant to a previously squeaky clean apolitical image.

Hello Green Day.

Anyway here is a good clip:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3p9y_OEAdc

Boom.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, July 10, 2009, 18:17:02
I think Stone should have made this in a few years time instead of while he was still in office.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Friday, July 10, 2009, 20:22:47
Just finished W, Rich I think your 6 out of10 may have been generous.  Quite a shallow and pointless bio.  The only redeeming feature was the accuracy of Condaleeza Rice's accent.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, July 10, 2009, 20:24:37
Yeah, perhaps... I warned you that it was a bit pointless though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Friday, July 10, 2009, 20:29:01
Yeah, perhaps... I warned you that it was a bit pointless though.

You did indeed.  However, I'd spent a couple of quid renting it in a rash moment so had to watch it to the end.  Hey ho, you can't win everytime.  Might watch Gladiator to make up for it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Saturday, July 11, 2009, 07:30:55
Yeah, all this having a go at George Bush Jr is very tiresome.

It is, for my money, the biggest bandwagon going and most of the pop-culture commentary on it was regurgitated, lowest common denominator tosh

Yep. At first it was uniting - he was such an obvious hate figure and such an easy target. But soon after he started his second term I got bored of it and it was all totally passe.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Saturday, July 11, 2009, 09:21:44
Watched the Reader last night, okay, not oscar winning though 6/10. My main observation though is that Ms Winslets tits have gone well south since Titanic!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Saturday, July 11, 2009, 09:34:18
I watched Rise of the Footsoldier the other day. Thought it was a bit crap really but it was amusing in a simple kind of way.

There were a couple of good scenes like when they bump into Millwall at the tube station near the start of the film.

Didn't realise until the text at the end of the film that its based on a true story. Then it made sense why the narritive was so meandering.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Saturday, July 11, 2009, 11:04:59
I'm going to try and watch bruno later


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Saturday, July 11, 2009, 11:09:44
I would possibly have watched Bruno yesterday if it wasn't for my work party, which was disastrous. Should have watched Bruno.  ::)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, July 13, 2009, 12:15:21
Im watching Bruno tomorrow!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Monday, July 13, 2009, 12:33:08
Two films at the weekend:

21 based on the book and directed by closet dog walker Kevin Spacey.   Wasn’t expecting to like this but it was actually ok and ticked along nicely albeit fairly predictably.  Definitely worth a watch but it gets a

Mediocre 6.5/10 from me.

Inside I’m Dancing.  I wouldn’t normally go near this.  A British film starring James McAvoy about the disabled.  I have to say though it was very good.  Funny, moving and a nice coming of age story mixed in there for good measure.  McAvoy is superb as is Steven Robertson who plays a lad with cerebral palsy brilliantly.  Not a blockbuster that will blow you away but if you fancy something a bit different this is well worth  gander

7.5/10 


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Monday, July 13, 2009, 16:39:50
Watched the Reader last night, okay, not oscar winning though 6/10. My main observation though is that Ms Winslets tits have gone well south since Titanic!
I'm not a massive expert on breasts[aside from having a pair ] but she has had two children and these things happen over time.I'm shocked though that you've seen Titanic and that you freely admit it on an internet forum  ;)

Rewatched True lies when it was on tv the other night.Is an ace film and arguably Arnies finest.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, July 13, 2009, 19:15:34
Behave, it's Kindergarten Cop.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Monday, July 13, 2009, 20:58:00
Watched Bruno last night, funny in places, overly crude and playing for cheap laughns in others.  In other words, as expected.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: pumbaa on Monday, July 13, 2009, 21:06:07
Behave, it's Kindergarten Cop.

Which has just started on Sky Comedy.........I'm not watching.....


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Monday, July 13, 2009, 21:09:55
I'm not a massive expert on breasts[aside from having a pair ] but she has had two children and these things happen over time.I'm shocked though that you've seen Titanic and that you freely admit it on an internet forum  ;)

Rewatched True lies when it was on tv the other night.Is an ace film and arguably Arnies finest.

I like films with a historical basis, which is the main reason i watched, oh and i like breasts to, which pretty much sealed i would like TiTanic.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: pumbaa on Monday, July 13, 2009, 21:15:37
I like films with a historical basis, which is the main reason i watched, oh and i like breasts to, which pretty much sealed i would like TiTanic.

What happened?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Monday, July 13, 2009, 21:17:24
What happened?

In a surprising twist, the boat makes it. 


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: pumbaa on Monday, July 13, 2009, 21:19:31
In a surprising twist, the boat makes it. 

Do Kate's boobs make it too?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Monday, July 13, 2009, 21:19:58
Do Kate's boobs make it too?

One does.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: yeo on Monday, July 13, 2009, 21:28:05
I watched Milk and thought it was great.I also watched Gran torino and spent the whole film being annoyed by Clints mumbling,but it was alright.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, July 13, 2009, 21:37:35
Which has just started on Sky Comedy.........I'm not watching.....
who is your daddy, and what does he do?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Tuesday, July 14, 2009, 15:26:45
Watched Veronica Geurin last night.............fairly old film and really enjoyed it....learned alot about Ireland at that time and the the only time ive enjoyed a film with Kate Blanchete in.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Tuesday, July 14, 2009, 16:33:43
Am now watching Dumb and Dumber for the umpteenth time.

Simply a classic, and I don't even like Jim Carey.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Tuesday, July 14, 2009, 20:11:05
Tonight's offerings are North Face and Seven Pounds.  Anyone seen these?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, July 14, 2009, 20:18:19
Seen 7 pounds, was ok.

I just watched W. Watchable but not really sure what it was trying to achieve. Could have done better considering the material available.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Whits on Tuesday, July 14, 2009, 21:19:02
just watched goal 3, it was dreadful, i'm upset they wrote gavin harris out of the script


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, July 14, 2009, 22:24:39
I just watched Transporter 3, it's amusingly bad. Such cheesy shit should win an award of some kind. Like 'Best speeded up fight scene'.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, July 15, 2009, 07:02:18
watched el bano del papa (the popes toilet) a film from uraguay. never seen a uraguayan film before but was very good, based on a true story of the popes visit to a small border town. now ive written this i cant remember if i have posted this a couple of days ago but i cant be arsed to check.

gone baby gone next.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, July 15, 2009, 11:08:14
OMG Bruno is hilarious - my insides hurt from laughing so much!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Anteater on Wednesday, July 15, 2009, 12:34:48
just to chip in :

Straw Dogs (not entirely sure its British ?)
The Innocents, Village of the Damned (both originals)
The Cruel Sea


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, July 15, 2009, 12:36:56
just to chip in :

Straw Dogs (not entirely sure its British ?)
The Innocents, Village of the Damned (both originals)
The Cruel Sea

Wrong thread?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Anteater on Wednesday, July 15, 2009, 12:54:30
Wrong thread?

Whoops !


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, July 15, 2009, 16:31:37
Although I expect it to be truely awful, I may watch 'Clubbed' tonight.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 15, 2009, 16:41:52
Although I expect it to be truely awful, I may watch 'Clubbed' tonight.

It's alright, actually.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, July 15, 2009, 16:49:51
Oh good. I got it because it seemed like it could be the right sort of film I need right now - a put it in the player and enjoy the ride film.

I will report back with a succinct review when I've watched it anyway.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, July 16, 2009, 00:21:43
Clubbed was a lot better than I thought it would be, didn't try and sex up the violence, it just got on with it and told the story.

I wasn't convinced by the softee turned hard doorman thing though which was the flaw of the film I suppose, but it did the job and kept me reasonably amused for an hour and a half.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Thursday, July 16, 2009, 00:56:45
Succinct as promised, good work.

I watched 'Into the Wild Green Yonder' (4th Futurama film) earlier, and I enjoyed it as I have the rest. In fact, I was watching Futurama the other day (the space honey ep) and thought about how affecting I find it to be - some of the episodes can be quite emotional, something you don't really find in other shows of the same or similar genre.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, July 16, 2009, 11:01:43
I've watched a few things recently...

Saw the Beyond the Mat wrestling documentary someone on here recommended last night. I thought it was really good.

Watched the new Rambo the other day, which to be honest was shit. At least it was properly violent and not toned down. The best bit by far was Rambo ripping some blokes throat out with his bare hands.  :eek:

Saw Bruno on Tuesday night. I'd been looking forward to it for ages. I thought it was pretty funny but not quite as good as I'd hoped. I would have preferred it if there had been a bit more of the cleverer subtler humour and bit less of the crude blatant visual gags. Afterwards I was thinking maybe I preferred the Bruno stuff on Ali G in da USAii (if you liked Bruno you should consider getting this or at least look on youtube cos its pretty much all on there). Having said that tho there were some fucking hilarious bits like when he takes his baby on to the chat show. I will be interested to see if I like it more or less when the DVD comes out when my expectations aren't built up to the extreme.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, July 16, 2009, 11:04:53
OMG I liked it MORE than I thought I would
when he had the gaybe on the front of the moped and he drove off straight into the path of a car I llaughed so much I did a tiny bit of wee

randomly Ive never watched Borat - is it as funny??


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, July 16, 2009, 11:12:30
Borat is funny but as a character I prefer Bruno.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: suttonred on Thursday, July 16, 2009, 12:49:43
OMG I liked it MORE than I thought I would
when he had the gaybe on the front of the moped and he drove off straight into the path of a car I llaughed so much I did a tiny bit of wee

randomly Ive never watched Borat - is it as funny??

You really need to see a doctor, your bladder should be more resilient, you must go through two packs of persil a week?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Thursday, July 16, 2009, 12:51:41
borat is ace.gonna have to see bruno when i can


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, July 16, 2009, 13:24:14
You really need to see a doctor, your bladder should be more resilient, you must go through two packs of persil a week?

Its OK I have Tena Lady ;)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: LucienSanchez on Thursday, July 16, 2009, 13:28:22
You never fail to arouse me...


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, July 16, 2009, 14:01:57
hahahahahahaha! god Im so sexy with my vests, large pants and tena ladies!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: LucienSanchez on Thursday, July 16, 2009, 14:02:27
Stop it, i'm leaking


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, July 16, 2009, 14:03:05
Maybe you need tena for men?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, July 16, 2009, 16:57:44
I don't think I will like the Bruno film, his character didn't make me laugh much when introduced on Ali G.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Thursday, July 16, 2009, 17:07:50
I'm looking forward to watching Bruno, I don't have it yet though.

However, I was sat at home today bored shiteless whilst flicking through the utter crap that Thai TV has to offer and what did I stumble across that had just started.......

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels.

I had completely forgotten about this little gem and enjoyed it thoroughly.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Friday, July 17, 2009, 06:24:36
I'm looking forward to watching Bruno, I don't have it yet though.

However, I was sat at home today bored shiteless whilst flicking through the utter crap that Thai TV has to offer and what did I stumble across that had just started.......

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels.

I had completely forgotten about this little gem and enjoyed it thoroughly.

ruprect is a wonderful character! not enough films were made like that


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Friday, July 17, 2009, 18:17:18
I have to see Harry Potter tomorrow at the behest of my superior half.  Saw the first film, thought it was crap.  Never read any of the books.  Am I in for a crap evening?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Nemo on Friday, July 17, 2009, 18:18:53
Actually, it's a lot better. Jim Broadbent is very good, bit of an anti-climactic ending but it's not too bad.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, July 17, 2009, 18:29:19
watched somers town today, enjoyed it, it is however very short in just over an hour long


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Friday, July 17, 2009, 18:33:16
I have to see Harry Potter tomorrow at the behest of my superior half.  Saw the first film, thought it was crap.  Never read any of the books.  Am I in for a crap evening?

You should read the books. They are good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Friday, July 17, 2009, 18:37:43
You should read the books. They are good.

I concur. I have all seven. I'm a geek.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Saturday, July 18, 2009, 06:19:08
i watched the new transformers last night and would love to say i liked it. sadly it's a pointless wander down some CGI chaps smut collection and is not worth a watch


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Saturday, July 18, 2009, 10:50:25
I watched Yes Man last night, if you can stomach Carrey it's not so bad.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, July 18, 2009, 22:27:38
I watched Cass last night, I found it a bit too long and uber-cliched but I what can you do with that genre?

Watched Groundhog Day earlier, never a chore watching.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: chalkies_shorts on Saturday, July 18, 2009, 22:37:38
I read one of the Cass Pennant ICF books last week. A good read but a real load of self publicist bullshit seen thruogh very rose tinted glasses. I taped the film so will watch it shortly.
A bit old but I saw Gladiator again last night - a great film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: bigbobjoylove on Saturday, July 18, 2009, 22:44:13
By Dawn's Early Light. Early 90's nuclear war romp. Good stuff.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Saturday, July 18, 2009, 23:25:18
I read one of the Cass Pennant ICF books last week. A good read but a real load of self publicist bullshit seen thruogh very rose tinted glasses. I taped the film so will watch it shortly.
A bit old but I saw Gladiator again last night - a great film.
If you're into that sorta thing hes done a couple of books that interview guys from different firms, talking about the state of affairs past and present. One was called Terrace Legends the other called Top Boys. I've got the latter and not read the former but Top Boys is a very good read with people from the obvious clubs plus some smaller clubs and european clubs giving their POV and its not all nostalgia about the old days or guys bragging about how hard they are a lot of it seemed pretty honest and up to date.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Sunday, July 19, 2009, 18:54:27
Saw Harry Potter this weekend, not a fan myself and haven'e seen the three before this one.  Didn't enjoy it very much but did earn a few brownie points for going - these shall be used to rent The Damned United when it comes out.

I just finished watching Lesbian Vampire Killers - I actually thought it was quite funny in places.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, July 19, 2009, 18:55:30
I watched When Death Becomes Her earlier simply because it was on.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Sunday, July 19, 2009, 21:53:12
i'm watching bronson and finding it a bit shit


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Sunday, July 19, 2009, 22:10:02
i'm watching bronson and finding it a bit shit

Yes I've read his autobiography and it doesn't do it justice at all.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Sunday, July 19, 2009, 22:22:05
still watching and still finding it shit.i usually love this type of film.it really is a let down


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Sunday, July 19, 2009, 22:26:39
I've just ordered the Lord of the Rings box set from amazon.  One of my favourite books of all time and I thought the films, on the whole, did the book justice.  Can't wait for it to turn up, I shall watch them all in one glorious day.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Sunday, July 19, 2009, 22:32:11
Will they all be the extended editions?

The Lord of the Rings films are some of the best films ever without doubt. When you heard they were doing a film you just thought "it had better be good enough" and it was.  :D :D


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Sunday, July 19, 2009, 22:36:22
Watched Road To Perdition again this evening...great film,in which Daniel Craig is brilliant.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Sunday, July 19, 2009, 22:41:25
bronson is the worst film i have seen in ages.fucking waste of an hour and a half ish.
utter shit!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Sunday, July 19, 2009, 22:44:04
Any film that makes that lowlife seem human wont be watched by me..hate films like The Krays etc..


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Sunday, July 19, 2009, 22:51:04
Will they all be the extended editions?

The Lord of the Rings films are some of the best films ever without doubt. When you heard they were doing a film you just thought "it had better be good enough" and it was.  :D :D

Yep, tis the extended edtions box set.  I was worried when they announced they were making the films and was delighted when I saw them.

Can't wait for next Saturday which has now fully booked for viewing.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Don Rogers Shop on Monday, July 20, 2009, 08:35:02
Over the weekend i have watched Notorious B.I.G, Fast & Furious 4 and Bruno.

The Biggy and Bruno films were very good the other one was shit.


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Post by: Ginginho on Monday, July 20, 2009, 08:51:02
Quote from: Rich Pullen
Watched Groundhog Day earlier, never a chore watching.

I like the irony about being able to watch Groundhog Day over and over.

I watched Life Of David Gale at the weekend, thought it was brilliant.
Kevin Spacey is ace, there is only one film I can think of that he was in that I thought was shit and that was Glengarry Glen Ross. Awful film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Don Rogers Shop on Monday, July 20, 2009, 08:54:34
I like the irony about being able to watch Groundhog Day over and over.

I watched Life Of David Gale at the weekend, thought it was brilliant.
Kevin Spacey is ace, there is only one film I can think of that he was in that I thought was shit and that was Glengarry Glen Ross. Awful film.
Spacey is a annoying cunt, as is kevin spacey.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Monday, July 20, 2009, 10:49:10
Watched Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix last night. Fancied something light and also a refresher before I see the new one sometime this week. Not the best of the Potter films but the visual effects are quite good.


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Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, July 20, 2009, 10:58:11
bronson is the worst film i have seen in ages.fucking waste of an hour and a half ish.
utter shit!

Its the guy out of the Take playing him right?? is he as scary?

I borught my boyfriend Cass as he read some of the books on hols - he watched it when I went out Sat and said it was OK but not what he expected.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Monday, July 20, 2009, 17:15:59
Just bought Raging Bull for three quid.  Evening plans sorted.


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, July 20, 2009, 17:22:39
My favourite piece of music used for a film is in that. Quality film as well, but I suspect you know this and have already seen it.


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Post by: thedarkprince on Monday, July 20, 2009, 20:46:54
Just watched Leatherheads.  Pretty good if you like George Clooney-directed movies.


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Post by: axs on Monday, July 20, 2009, 20:56:58
I just saw Push, kinda reminded me of jumper, it's not bad, can see a sequel coming...


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, July 21, 2009, 06:00:24
I just saw Push, kinda reminded me of jumper, it's not bad, can see a sequel coming...

I haven't seen it but thought it would be a bit like Jumper. I only watched Jumper the other week incidentally.


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Post by: Spy on Tuesday, July 21, 2009, 07:40:01
I watched the remake of Friday the 13th last night. It was crap.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Tuesday, July 21, 2009, 07:41:07
Micheal Collins with liam neeson, pretty good nothing to blow you away but not bad.


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Post by: BANGKOK RED on Tuesday, July 21, 2009, 13:05:27
30 days of night is good.


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Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Tuesday, July 21, 2009, 18:24:58
Going to watch Watchmen later, providing I don't fall asleep first.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, July 22, 2009, 00:14:54
che part1 tomorrow, am looking forward to it......


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Post by: Spy on Wednesday, July 22, 2009, 07:49:57
Watched LA Confidential last night. I was curious to see it as its quite a famous film but actually it wasn't my sort of thing at all and I couldn't even follow the plot properly.


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Post by: axs on Friday, July 24, 2009, 06:11:23
Revolutionary Road.

Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaawwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, July 24, 2009, 07:10:35
che part 1 was excellent as was in the loop.


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, July 24, 2009, 07:25:04
Went for a music documentary double bill and both were brilliant pieces of work which I would highly recommend.

First was Anvil, which a few have reviewed on here. Really good, funny but depressing at the same time.

Second was The Devil and Daniel Johnson. It was uber-great. Before, Daniel Johnson was the guy that Kurt Cobain publicised through a t-shirt. But the film documents his bizarre and sad life.

[url width=400 height=263]http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2b87qT5uNF4/SRxZp98gvaI/AAAAAAAAHkU/uqVQ9BuhSwU/s400/kurt.jpg[/url]


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Post by: Spy on Friday, July 24, 2009, 07:35:01
Watched the new Harry Potter film the other day. Thought it was good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: westcountry on Friday, July 24, 2009, 11:08:33
Watched the new Harry Potter film the other day. Thought it was good.

Toooooo long


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Post by: Spy on Friday, July 24, 2009, 11:18:23
It was very long. Think people kind of wanted it to finish near the end.

I thought Helena Bonham Carter was good in it. I think Alan Rickman is wicked as Snape too.


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Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, July 24, 2009, 17:03:09
you dont mess with zohan was very funny, made me laugh out loud numerous times so job done.


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, July 25, 2009, 20:09:42
Just got back from watching Moon. Really, really enjoyed it. Sam Rockwell does a fine job. Film harks back to the Sci-Fi's of old.

8/10.

Tomorrow afternoon I'm going to watch North By Northwest on the big screen - cannot wait :)


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Post by: leefer on Sunday, July 26, 2009, 11:21:11
Watched 15 minutes with Robert De Niro...bit of a messy film,not sure if it was good or bad..also not sure why it was called 15 minutes!!!!!!!!!


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Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Sunday, July 26, 2009, 11:52:22
This week, I have No Country for Old Men, There Will Be Blood, The Machinist, Devil's Advocate and Cassandra's Dream to watch, as all are films I've been meaning to see for ages.

Watchmen was very good as well, btw.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Sunday, July 26, 2009, 17:53:08
I have been thinking of a movie to put on to relax to before bedtime.

I came up with two to choose from (I do have quite a selection):

#1: A knights tale. Because it is light family humour and Shannyn Sassamaon (SP) is a bit fit.

#2: Constantine. Because............. well it's a bit good innit.


Choose now TEF. Be it #1 or #2, be sure to be quick now.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, July 26, 2009, 17:59:53
A Knights Tale? Are you fucking insane? Don't do it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Sunday, July 26, 2009, 18:06:13
Fuck it.

Knights tale is on already.

I have a bit of a crush on Shannyn, I really ca be that shallow at times.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, July 26, 2009, 18:10:28
Fair enough I guess. I watched the whole of 'House of Wax' just because Elisha Cuthbert stars. Otherwise it's shit!


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Post by: axs on Sunday, July 26, 2009, 18:13:33
che part 1 was excellent as was in the loop.

I watched Che pt1 this afternoon, the timeline skips around a lot at the start which was a little confusing in conjunction with imtermittent subtitles but it settled down and was very good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Sunday, July 26, 2009, 18:26:46
Fair enough I guess. I watched the whole of 'House of Wax' just because Elisha Cuthbert stars. Otherwise it's shit!

That's that ho from "A girl next door" innit.

I've been known to watch that film a few times.


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, July 26, 2009, 18:28:59
Yes that's her. She's amazing.


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, July 27, 2009, 21:15:41
I watched Being John Malkovich last night.

A very strange and unique film but it definitely worked and I really enjoyed it.


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Post by: Boeta on Monday, July 27, 2009, 21:20:05
saw role models on box office the other day. thought it was pretty overrated


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Monday, July 27, 2009, 21:39:37
Just watched Valkyrie, kept me entertained and a good story but nothing amazing.


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Post by: Fred Elliot on Tuesday, July 28, 2009, 11:17:44
Shit > Bronson


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Post by: Chubbs on Tuesday, July 28, 2009, 11:24:36
ive watched the hangover 3 times, hilarious.


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Post by: Rich Pullen on Wednesday, July 29, 2009, 20:44:10
Started watching Southland Tales... just an appauling disjointed mess.

Then watched Gone Baby Gone which was really good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 29, 2009, 21:38:55
Che Part 2 tonight, overall not bad but thought it somehow could have been better.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Fred Elliot on Wednesday, July 29, 2009, 22:20:39
Five Minutes of Heaven

please watch it


immense


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, July 29, 2009, 22:21:32
I was going to ask you to remind me of that, will add it on lovefilm now.


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Post by: Bob's Orange on Thursday, July 30, 2009, 11:07:01
I pronounce you Chuck and Larry was on when I got in from playing football the other night.

Truly truly woeful in each and every way, apart from getting to see Jessica Biel in a bra.


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Post by: sonicyouth on Thursday, July 30, 2009, 14:17:52
Fuck it.

Knights tale is on already.

I have a bit of a crush on Shannyn, I really ca be that shallow at times.
she's great in wristcutters. which is also a really good film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bennett on Friday, July 31, 2009, 07:04:55
i've got wristcutters downloaded just never watched it


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Post by: Spy on Friday, July 31, 2009, 07:57:33
she's great in wristcutters. which is also a really good film.

Just looked this up on wikipedia, I vaguely remember the name. Reckon I will download and check it out.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, July 31, 2009, 09:21:36
vicki cristina barcelona, i challenge anyone to watch this and not get a hard on or a soak on to the beautiful women in this film, thank you mr.allen.


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Post by: Leggett on Friday, July 31, 2009, 10:10:19
v for vendetta, watched it the other night, i actually enjoyed it alot. i know mr bennett had summat to say about this but i cant remember what :P


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Post by: Ginginho on Friday, July 31, 2009, 10:18:12
vicki cristina barcelona, i challenge anyone to watch this and not get a hard on or a soak on to the beautiful women in this film, thank you mr.allen.

What's a soak on?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Friday, July 31, 2009, 10:20:33
the girly version of a hard on?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Ginginho on Friday, July 31, 2009, 10:28:12
Ah yeah, that makes sense, just never heard it before :)


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Post by: axs on Friday, July 31, 2009, 16:06:45
The Day the Earth stood still.

I had trouble keeping myself still and not walking out the room, not a great film.


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Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, July 31, 2009, 16:35:14
Just been on a post payday splurge and have purchased scarface, carlitos way, blues brothers, the history boys, shawshank redemption and goodfellas. As the only one i have seen before is blues brothers, this promises to be an entertaining weekend


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Post by: bigbobjoylove on Friday, July 31, 2009, 18:44:31
Franklyn - British sci-fi film from last year. Some familiar faces from the telly and some extremely nice visuals in places. Story wasn't half bad either.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Ginginho on Friday, July 31, 2009, 20:01:30
Currently watching Rendition, what a load of shit.
But halfway through it now, so gotta watch it until the end in case it miraculously becomes good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, July 31, 2009, 20:43:17
Watched History boys. Thought it was good, a bit hard to follow but that may have just been me. Not sure why everyone winds up gay, and the ending was dead sad :(


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Ginginho on Friday, July 31, 2009, 21:15:45
Well Rendition was a load of shite, more like a poor, extended episode of Spooks.


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Post by: Fred Elliot on Friday, July 31, 2009, 22:05:38
watched The taking of Pelham 123

t'was good


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Post by: Samdy Gray on Friday, July 31, 2009, 22:09:34
Me and the wife watched Seven Pounds. A very sad, but good, film.


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Post by: Leggett on Friday, July 31, 2009, 22:14:34
The Reader. i liked it alot.


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Post by: herthab on Friday, July 31, 2009, 23:04:17
The Reader. i liked it alot.

I preferred the book...........


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, July 31, 2009, 23:47:48
Just watched shawshank redemption. It was well good, they should make a sequel focussing on their life in mexico, though perhaps make it a bit lighter


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Ginginho on Saturday, August 1, 2009, 06:05:21
Just watched shawshank redemption. It was well good, they should make a sequel focussing on their life in mexico, though perhaps make it a bit lighter

No, they really shouldn't.
How the would the sequel go? Tim Robbins sanding his boat for two hours while Morgan Freeman does the narrating?

Shawshank is probably my favourite ever film though. :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Saturday, August 1, 2009, 06:18:15
Just watched shawshank redemption. It was well good, they should make a sequel focussing on their life in mexico, though perhaps make it a bit lighter

I'm with dave. While they're at it, I want a sequel to the italian job that shows how they get the gold off the teetering bus. ;)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Saturday, August 1, 2009, 07:59:18
I'm with dave. While they're at it, I want a sequel to the italian job that shows how they get the gold off the teetering bus. ;)

I think a short would be better. The coach crashing to the bottom and exploding with Michael Caine still inside it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Saturday, August 1, 2009, 08:31:38
I watched the Anvil documentary last night. It was a bit depressing in parts like them playing to a room of about 3 or 4 people on their european tour and the lead singer trying a shitty telesales job in a desperate attempt to raise money to record a new album. But it was fairly good and had a lot of human interest. Thing is, since that came out I think they've got more of the big gigs they always wanted.

For a really good informative documentary about Metal I'd recommend the (crappily named) Metal: A Headbangers Journey.


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Post by: Bogus Dave on Saturday, August 1, 2009, 17:48:47
Have just spent the afernoon watching scarface for the first timel. It was reet good


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Saturday, August 1, 2009, 21:36:11
Just watched goodfellas for the first time. It was well good, with funny bits that i imagine were planned unlike scarface


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Post by: Sussex on Saturday, August 1, 2009, 21:36:54
Have just spent the afernoon watching scarface for the first timel. It was reet good

Good lad. Goodfellas next?

I've just had to sit through a Keanu and Bullock effort - 'The Lake House'. A heart-lifting love story appararently. It was shit.

EDIT: Spooky timing.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Sunday, August 2, 2009, 00:47:59
rewatched tillsammans (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0203166/) tonight, swedish film i saw back in college.

i think it may possibly have the best ending to any film i've seen


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Sunday, August 2, 2009, 11:17:04
Good lad. Goodfellas next?

I've just had to sit through a Keanu and Bullock effort - 'The Lake House'. A heart-lifting love story appararently. It was shit.

EDIT: Spooky timing.

Haha. I've got carlitos way to watch sometime, but i'm really not in the mood for another gangster film, so will probably watch the mighty boosh instead 8)


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Post by: leefer on Sunday, August 2, 2009, 11:23:30
Watched a film called The Escapist last night..bit of a low budget lottery film with Brian Cox...had a few twists and turns...not brilliant but one of those you carry on watching though part of you is saying turn it off.


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Post by: BANGKOK RED on Sunday, August 2, 2009, 13:44:44
Watching Land of the lost with Will Ferrell.

It is truly and wholly atrocious.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, August 2, 2009, 13:54:19
Watch Reign Over Me last night with Don Cheadle and Adam Sandler... Good steady performances from both in a watchable drama. It's way too long though at just over 120 minutes.

6.5/10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Sunday, August 2, 2009, 14:51:37
I really liked Reign Over Me. Never seen anyone else rent it though.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Sunday, August 2, 2009, 14:53:26
Man on Fire last night, which was a good Denzel Washington romp.  Tad predictable but an enjoyable watch 6.5/10

Four Brothers went on after that and it was fucking dire.  Like some sort of 80’s budget TV movie starring Mark Wahlberg.  It had decent reviews on Love Film but was woeful 2/10


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Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, August 2, 2009, 16:50:15
Oh dear, I have that on my list too Dazzza


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Sunday, August 2, 2009, 17:28:00
Oh dear, I have that on my list too Dazzza
Four Brothers?  If so remove it immediately and save yourself the pain.

Lord it stank although with hindsight some of it was cringe worthy enough to be amusing.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Sunday, August 2, 2009, 17:34:50
Just watched Harry Potter "Half Blood Prince... I likey.

But then I do like fantasy stuff anyway and to be a magician would be my 3rd choice of vocation, behind James Bond and Jedi Knight


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, August 2, 2009, 20:14:52
Four Brothers?  If so remove it immediately and save yourself the pain.

Lord it stank although with hindsight some of it was cringe worthy enough to be amusing.


Done.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Whits on Sunday, August 2, 2009, 20:55:40
Watching man on wire on BBC 2 quite an amazing story about someone who walked between the twin towers lllegally on a tight rope.. Seen it before but a good documentary/film


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, August 2, 2009, 20:58:04
Man on Wire on my lovefilm list.

I'm watching American Gangster at the moment.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Sunday, August 2, 2009, 21:43:17
Watching man on wire on BBC 2 quite an amazing story about someone who walked between the twin towers lllegally on a tight rope.. Seen it before but a good documentary/film

Saw that too, a good watch.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: leefer on Sunday, August 2, 2009, 22:42:34
Seen that..did anyone watch the human fly one ware the Frenchman climbed buildings with no harness......brilliant.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Monday, August 3, 2009, 09:09:12
Watched Jurassic Park again last night. Bit of a '90s classic. I've recently downloaded the trilogy.

Tbh tho it was all still too familiar cos I've seen it so many times.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, August 3, 2009, 09:23:56
i started to watch the 2008 remake of day of the dead last night, got about 30 minutes in before i had to turn it off. so so so so fucking awful...

ended up watching silence of the lambs. goddamn that's a fine film


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, August 3, 2009, 09:48:07
I watched the Wrestler on Sat and enjoyed it alot
much sweeter and pointiant than I thought it would be


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Monday, August 3, 2009, 11:27:06
Silence of the Lambs is one of my favourite films. It is fucking awesome. The acting is great, the storyline is great and Lecter is such a cool character. It's such a dark film and it's so well done.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, August 3, 2009, 22:20:29
just watched a norwegian action thriller from the 80s called Orions belte (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0089740/) - it's set during the cold war. well worth watching...



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Monday, August 3, 2009, 22:36:41
I'm starting to worry about you and Norway, I think you might be obsessed.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Monday, August 3, 2009, 22:40:59
I've got Let The Right One In to watch for tomorrow. Have very high expectations, partly due to this thread but everyone seems to be talking it up.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, August 3, 2009, 22:59:20
I'm starting to worry about you and Norway, I think you might be obsessed.

ingvild bought her dvds with her when she moved. i now also have some disney films in norwegian.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Nemo on Monday, August 3, 2009, 23:08:20
One from Charlie Brooker's latest Guardian Column in which he suggests films that would be better than remaking Pelham 123. Excellent stuff:

Title Come Alive!

Synopsis God decides to grant evangelical preacher Will Ferrell the power to heal the sick with his fingertips. But the almighty's lightning bolt misses its target, hitting Will's penis instead. Now Will is cursed with the miraculous ability to cure any disease or fix any injury – but only if he has full sexual intercourse with the patient. Since Will is also a 45-year-old unmarried virgin with strong views on sex outside marriage, it won't be an easy ride!

Review What starts as a regulation gross-out comedy soon takes an unsettling turn as Will faces an agonising ­ decision at his father's deathbed, before building to a frankly unbelievable conclusion in which a terrorist cell releases the Ebola virus in the local donkey sanctuary . . . and only one man can save the day.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Tuesday, August 4, 2009, 08:51:33
I've got Let The Right One In to watch for tomorrow. Have very high expectations, partly due to this thread but everyone seems to be talking it up.

It is basically the best thing ever. I'm waiting for it to arrive from Play atm. Have it on my computer but wanna see the dvd special features. Hopefully there'll be some interview with the director or something. I've got the book too but haven't read it yet.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Tuesday, August 4, 2009, 17:31:37
Ice spiders.

I was hoping that the "ice" could be referring to meth-amphetamine but alas nay. It was about giant spiders that live in an icy environment. They (the spiders) also seemed to be able to ski quite well. Apparently it was some crazy whacky military experiment gone wrong, with some crazy whacky scientists and stuff to make the plot. The head scientist was English was a thick toff accent, naturally.

It is bad, indeed it is beyond bad. Yet I just watched it, all of it.

ICE SPIDERS!!!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Tuesday, August 4, 2009, 18:13:11
Watched the full Lord of the Rings extended edition box set last week on three consecutive nights.  I can wholly recommend this as a good way to spend your time.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, August 4, 2009, 19:15:15
I'm going to watch Tremors later  8)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Tuesday, August 4, 2009, 19:28:56
I've got Let The Right One In to watch for tomorrow. Have very high expectations, partly due to this thread but everyone seems to be talking it up.
Any film named after a Morrissey song has got to be good  :)
Hoping to get it from work Thursday.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Tuesday, August 4, 2009, 20:49:14
Didn't live up to the hype for me. It got better as it went on, but the story is so slowly paced that I found myself checking my watch a few times (when there was no dialogue to follow). Disappointing.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, August 4, 2009, 22:37:37
Lesbian Vampire Killers.

A poor man's Shaun of the Dead.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Fred Elliot on Tuesday, August 4, 2009, 22:51:21
Lesbian Vampire Killers.

A poor man's Shaun of the Dead.

twas, tis shit


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Wednesday, August 5, 2009, 07:24:53
gran torino made me laugh loads, wasnt expecting that. very good, 8/10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Wednesday, August 5, 2009, 07:53:46
gran torino made me laugh loads, wasnt expecting that. very good, 8/10.

Excellent film. Both funny and moving. Clint Eastwood was awesome in it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Wednesday, August 5, 2009, 21:39:18
Just watched Dark Corners. Its a horror film with Thora Birch in it. I watched it basically cos it had her in and I fancy her loads and I wanted to see what it was like. I suspected it might be crap and it was. The storyline was all muddled, the script was rubbish and the ending was bad. But hey, she looked good as usual.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Wednesday, August 5, 2009, 22:03:38
Inside Man

Denzel, j Foster, Willem Defoe, clever bank robbery plot and even Clive Owen wasn't too wooden, although he does wear a mask for most of it. Worth a watch.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, August 5, 2009, 22:11:50
Just watched Slumdog Millionaire. Definitely worth the hype in my opinion.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Wednesday, August 5, 2009, 22:43:40
Just watched Slumdog Millionaire. Definitely worth the hype in my opinion.

Couldn't agree more.  Film of the year, easy.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Wednesday, August 5, 2009, 23:44:31
Didn't live up to the hype for me. It got better as it went on, but the story is so slowly paced that I found myself checking my watch a few times (when there was no dialogue to follow). Disappointing.
just watched it (thankyou lovefilm free trial)

really impressed. nicely composed, perfect pace - though i can see why you found it slow - and enough unexpected events to surprise you at every turn.

the book elaborates on a lot more apparently, tempted to give it a go.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Thursday, August 6, 2009, 00:22:47
I'm having another insomnia session so am watching Gladiator for the millionth time.  It is still brilliant.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, August 6, 2009, 08:48:11
I'm having another insomnia session so am watching Gladiator for the millionth time.  It is still brilliant.

I agree. It is a cool film.

I got the extended cut a while ago but ended up selling it cos the original cut is actually a lot better. There is actually a disclaimer at the start where Ridley Scott says "this is not the director's cut... there a few extras scenes that people might find interesting..." basically saying the studio wanted to put out this version and he managed to get them to put this in so he can artistically distance himself. It's not that the extra bits are really shit it's just that they don't add much at all and they really disrupt the flow of the story.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Saturday, August 8, 2009, 19:54:19
Watched Adaptation. last night for the first time since seeing it at the cinema back in 2002.

I really like it but it's slow in places and I think many would give up on it.

Tonight, I will be mostly watching... The Pianist.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Saturday, August 8, 2009, 19:58:23
i watched lilja 4ever last night.

unrelentingly depressing, difficult to watch but an excellent piece of cinema nevertheless


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Saturday, August 8, 2009, 20:00:45
Caught quarantine last night, which was pretty shoddy.  Shaky camera mockumentry serving of horror cack.  Shocking acting, bad plot and the most predictable ending since Titanic. 3/10


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Sunday, August 9, 2009, 09:59:08
Caught quarantine last night, which was pretty shoddy.  Shaky camera mockumentry serving of horror cack.  Shocking acting, bad plot and the most predictable ending since Titanic. 3/10

I'm told the original, [Rec.] is meant to be excellent. I arrived at the same conclusion as you though on Quarantine.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Sunday, August 9, 2009, 11:38:11
[Rec] is awesome, scary as fuck too


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Sunday, August 9, 2009, 14:23:54
Just watched the remake of 'the shutter', I was was quite disappointed. I have watched the original (Thai) version which was quite good and creepy, the new one was rather pants.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Sunday, August 9, 2009, 22:23:13
16 Blocks, a slow burner with Willis playing the burnt out cop and Mos Def with a fucking annoying accent but well worth a look.  Nowt special but a nice plod along caper that's a bit different.  7/10


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Leggett on Monday, August 10, 2009, 00:28:07
i've got [rec], never watched it tho. 16 blocks is good enough too.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, August 10, 2009, 05:43:06
The Pianist was really, really good. 8/10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: herthab on Monday, August 10, 2009, 06:28:10
The Pianist was really, really good. 8/10.

One of my favourite films of recent(ish) years. Excellent film.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: pumbaa on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 19:56:56
Space Chimps. Fucking ace. 9/10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 20:09:45
One of my favourite films of recent(ish) years. Excellent film.

It was always on my list of films to see but I took my time watching it. Twas worth the wait, Brody is brilliant in it.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC_Gazza on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 20:13:13
The Pianist was really, really good. 8/10.

Fucking great film seen this on Sky Movies a few times!


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: STFC_Gazza on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 20:13:37
Being dragged to see "The Proposal" tomorrow with the mrs :(


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 20:31:54
Has anyone seen 17 Again? I can't get enough of Zac Efron at the moment so I've got it lined up for the weekend.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: axs on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 20:32:25
Has anyone seen 17 Again? I can't get enough of Zac Efron at the moment so I've got it lined up for the weekend.

I haven't even seen it once.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 20:33:34
Has anyone seen 17 Again? I can't get enough of Zac Efron at the moment so I've got it lined up for the weekend.

 :eek:


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 20:33:52
Has anyone seen 17 Again? I can't get enough of Zac Efron at the moment so I've got it lined up for the weekend.

GAY.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 20:35:25
JFW will be gushing when she reads that Ben. Gushing from the pants I mean.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Batch on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 22:31:49
Saw "The Happening" on Sky the other night. Absolutely crap after early promise, 3/10.

In fact M. Night Shyamalan fluked the Sixth Sense and made shoddy movies thereafter. Only Unbreakable was any good, but even then I really, really hated the lack of finality in that.
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I do enjoy the odd 80's cheesy movie. For example, The Wraith was on BBC 1 t'other day. Ok it was rubbish really, but somehow also quite captivating.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 22:40:55
Speaking of 80s movies I watched The Thing the other night. Cracking film.

I also caught the end of a cheesy film but a classic - The Karate Kid. Truly inspring. I may even have to go against my better judgement and watch Crossroads [the Ralph Macchio one not the Britney one] soon.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 22:43:58
I like to think that The Happening would have been a really good book, but it was really bad.

It looked very pretty et al but Mark Wahlberg and the usually brilliant and always lovely Zooey Deschanel are atrocious.

For what it's worth, I think that Signs is Shymalan's best work to date.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Thursday, August 13, 2009, 07:07:20
Watched carlitos way last night. It was alright. Al pacino looked like david guest


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Thursday, August 13, 2009, 07:50:37
At the weekend I watched the Wicker Man remake with Nicholas Cage and as expected it was shit. It was actually even worse than I thought it'd be..

I also watched Children of the Corn, which I expected to find really creepy but actually it was rubbish and the special effects at the end when you see the demon were such an anti-climax and just so unbelievably dated it was laughable.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Monday, August 17, 2009, 15:14:40
Currently watching Street Kings.

The film itself seems OK enough, but there is something deeply unsettling about Hugh Laurie playing a serious role in a yank accent. I just stop expecting him to get into a Prince of Wales from blackadder type character.

He's not done it yet though, still waiting for him to call for Edmund Blackadder.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, August 17, 2009, 15:50:06
I finally watched Let The Right One In last night which I had added to my lovefilm list after reading the synopsis. It's been recommended by a few people since I added it so I was looking forward to finally watching it.

I quite enjoyed the intrigue of the whole thing and it escaped using the cliche that other films of its type use.

I didn't really think 'wow that was a great film' though, the film's hype is a tad undeserved which may be born out of the foreign/cult film hype scenario. I'm not sure how the book would play out, the film could have done with a bit more suspense which the book may have.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, August 17, 2009, 17:39:21
Watched Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story last night... Very silly, but enjoyable.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Monday, August 17, 2009, 18:54:06
Saw Gervais' effort ghost town last night and it was a bit of a let down.  Essentially the denist from BBC "comedy" My Family meets Ghost and it was a fairly flat affair all round 4/10


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Monday, August 17, 2009, 18:56:44
Watched ps i love you, some fantastic fake irish accents, i vow to never watch this film again unless its to get into a womans knickers, the most girly film of all time.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, August 17, 2009, 20:46:30
just watched a room for romeo brass. i love the way shane meadows depicts england so well in his films.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Monday, August 17, 2009, 20:53:25
Saw The Time Traveler's Wife yesterday.  My superior half loved it, and I thought it was surprisingly good as well.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, August 17, 2009, 21:29:12
Watched ps i love you, some fantastic fake irish accents, i vow to never watch this film again unless its to get into a womans knickers, the most girly film of all time.

after reading the book first I refuse to watch the film - the book is immense and made me cry so many times the film is bound to be a shit let down


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: pumbaa on Monday, August 17, 2009, 21:31:48
after reading the book first I refuse to watch the film - the book is immense and made me cry so many times the film is bound to be a shit let down

Having been forced to watch it several times (fucking Sky), you'd be right.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, August 17, 2009, 21:34:05
Ill leave it then! :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Monday, August 17, 2009, 23:15:25
Just put on A Life Less Ordinary.  I've always liked it, but none of my mates do.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Tuesday, August 18, 2009, 00:27:38
I watched "I Love You, Man" tonight - a decent 6/10 affair, but the soundtrack is fucking awesome and features an appearance by Rush, so it gets moved to an 8.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Tuesday, August 18, 2009, 07:43:47
Saw Gervais' effort ghost town last night and it was a bit of a let down.  Essentially the denist from BBC "comedy" My Family meets Ghost and it was a fairly flat affair all round 4/10

Yeah compared to The Office/Extras it's a bit crap, isn't it? It goes all cheesy at the end too like a lot of hollywood comedies.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Tuesday, August 18, 2009, 13:34:41
Went to see G-force.Was a bit rubbish and the guinea pigs were not very cute  >:(

Watched The queen,which was very good.Interesting to see recent modern history in a film.Something that i remember happening,was a weird time for sure.

Also The waiting room.Which was also good.Anne-Marie Duff is a goddess!And Ralf Little in the buff,arresting  :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Tuesday, August 18, 2009, 16:17:17
Just watched 'last king of Scotland' again. HOW GOOD is forest whitaker in that.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Tuesday, August 18, 2009, 16:20:00
Just watched 'last king of Scotland' again. HOW GOOD is forest whitaker in that.

Tremendous performance.  I read somewhere that he had to put on four stone to play the role - that would be a good couple of months.  Consider the scene:

The ladyfriend comes home to find you scoffing a kebab and knocking back cans of lager.  "What the hell are you doing?"  "Working", you reply.  Awesome.

Great film.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Bogus Dave on Wednesday, August 19, 2009, 21:01:10
Watched Layer cake

Couldn't really follow what was happening at times and the ending was shit


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, August 20, 2009, 05:52:14
I watched Waltz with Bashir last night. It was incredible.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: larwood on Thursday, August 20, 2009, 08:34:06
I started to watch Knocked up.But it was awful,really not my kind of thing at all.Turned it off and watched the Champions league game instead  :)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Thursday, August 20, 2009, 08:43:42
I found knocked up quite watchable actually, with a few giggles.

Certainly better than the mass produced Stiller, Vaughn, Jack Black, Ferrell type comedies.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, August 20, 2009, 09:19:24
I watched Downfall last night. Not brilliant, but it was a worthwhile watch.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Don Rogers Shop on Thursday, August 20, 2009, 09:22:12
I watched Max Payne yesterday.Not too bad tbh


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Thursday, August 20, 2009, 10:54:36
Certainly better than the mass produced Stiller, Vaughn, Jack Black, Ferrell type comedies.

There are two types of people in the world, those who think Anchorman is one of the funniest things ever made, and those who aren't retarded cunts.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, August 20, 2009, 10:58:40
Thanks alot Benus  >:(



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: flammableBen on Thursday, August 20, 2009, 11:16:28
Haha. Karma. My nephew just did a giant shit as I was about to serve up lunch.

Also he doesn't seem that keen on the potato, red onion and honey loaf of bread I spent some of the morning making.

I guess it serves me right for being mean.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Thursday, August 20, 2009, 12:01:11
good! ;)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: donkey on Thursday, August 20, 2009, 16:18:57
I started to watch Knocked up.But it was awful,really not my kind of thing at all.Turned it off and watched the Champions league game instead  :)

Which was awesome, great match. I've decided I really quite like Atletico Madrid.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Thursday, August 20, 2009, 17:35:48
Which was awesome, great match. I've decided I really quite like Atletico Madrid.

Great goal from Aguero.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Thursday, August 20, 2009, 20:00:09
I watched Downfall last night. Not brilliant, but it was a worthwhile watch.
i think it's brilliant.



Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Thursday, August 20, 2009, 20:03:59
I concur, I thought Downfall was great.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Doore on Thursday, August 20, 2009, 20:05:39
I thought Downfall was superb.  Great acting.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Thursday, August 20, 2009, 21:54:35
wathed bruno earlier.not as good as borat but pretty good nonetheless


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, August 21, 2009, 01:07:59
I watched The Hand the Rocks the Cradle for the first time tonight. I thought it was really good actually. The woman who played the psycho in it was really good. The whole idea of someone with bad motives gaining access to the sanctuary of a family home is a good one for a horror/thriller. I'm quite into these sort of films but this one is one of the best if not the best I've seen. Fatal Attraction is good but this is a bit better.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, August 21, 2009, 08:15:53
Hopefully I will be watching Pi tonight. I've heard from a few people that it's not as good as expectations but I wish to pass my own judgement nonetheless.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, August 21, 2009, 10:52:33
Hopefully I will be watching Pi tonight. I've heard from a few people that it's not as good as expectations but I wish to pass my own judgement nonetheless.

Yeah someone I knew told me about it and the way he decribed it and how into it he was made it sound like the best thing ever then I watched it and thought it wasn't very good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, August 21, 2009, 11:00:23
As I was discussing with ibelieveinmrreeves last weekend, cult/faddy films often get so much unjust hype that when you watch them you feel a bit let down.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Friday, August 21, 2009, 12:02:17
What are some examples of those sort of films you felt let down by?


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, August 21, 2009, 17:07:39
Films discussed were those such as Donnie Darko, Napoleon Dynamite and Withnail & I (from memory). I think the eventual conclusion was that it was annoying if you said you didn't rate such a film and the person who did acted liked you'd just defecated on the Pope or had completed a similar faux pas.

Incidentally I like two out of three of these films but they're not the most amazing thing I've ever seen just because others seem to think so.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Friday, August 21, 2009, 17:11:02
watched the new indiana jones movie today and it was ace, if you like indiana jones films its as good as the others.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Fred Elliot on Friday, August 21, 2009, 17:22:53
Got Shallow Grave and Taken tonight.

Will report back


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Dazzza on Friday, August 21, 2009, 17:34:04
Platoon on digital last night one of my all time favourites partly driven by the old speccy game that came free with the soundtrack (Smokey Robinson) and that my parents wouldn’t let me watch the film as I was to young.

God I remember waiting for the release of that game for months and it came with a free poster to boot.

Anyway, top film that has stood the test of time and while it’s not as heavy going as Apocalypse now it’s a solid watch.  8.5/10

Tonight I have Underworld Rise of the Lycans.  The original is one of those films I shouldn't admit to liking but it's one of those pointless and stupid romps that are enjoyable all the same.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rustle on Friday, August 21, 2009, 17:40:24
I will be watching gangster no1 tonight,somehow i missed this when it came out.

It looks good going by the trailer tho.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Friday, August 21, 2009, 19:33:19
Just got back from Inglorious Basterds. Loved it. Christoph Waltz is the stand-out performance for me.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Saturday, August 22, 2009, 16:48:26
Watching a seriously fucked up Japanese horror/thriller. Dunno the name of it cos footy was on. those Japs have all sorts of fcuked up shit going on in their heads.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Saturday, August 22, 2009, 20:05:07
Pi was a really, really strange film and not what I was expecting. The story was too intrinsic on the numbers and these didn't really do exciting things before the film's climax. I'd give it an average 6 out of 10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Amir on Saturday, August 22, 2009, 22:38:44
Watched Taken recently, which was an acceptible thriller but too like some many other films of that genre.

Also just watched Milk, an education and a decent film to boot.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, August 23, 2009, 08:19:27
I watched the 2000's version of The Alamo with Billy Bob Thornton as Davy Crockett. Very, very, very slow and when you got to the battle even that was disappointing. It's a near miracle that I got to the end credits.

3/10.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Sunday, August 23, 2009, 09:42:32
watched the new indiana jones movie today and it was ace, if you like indiana jones films its as good as the others.

Yeah I thought that was good fun when I watched it. It is very silly and the bit where he hides in the fridge when the atomic bomb goes off is possibly the most ridiculous over the top thing I've ever seen in a film.  :eek: :soapy tit wank:

Overall tho I found it to be a good laugh.


I watched Orphan last night which I expected to love ever since seeing the trailer and had been looking forward to. I thought it was quality. My girlfriend guessed the twist halfway through and said it to me but that didn't ruin the film. The girl who plays the lead character was so creepy, it was great.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Sunday, August 23, 2009, 19:47:07
Going to watch the highly anticipated (by moi) Traitor, tonight. It better be good.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, August 23, 2009, 19:48:22
Is Domino as bad as I expect it to be? It's on film4 shortly but I may try and find a dvd I haven't seen yet if it's going to be bad.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Arriba on Sunday, August 23, 2009, 20:02:46
school of rock is on now.i like it and so do the kids


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Don Rogers Shop on Sunday, August 23, 2009, 20:05:12
Just watching catch me if you can. Great film,the bloke was a genius.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: JPC82 on Sunday, August 23, 2009, 20:09:52
Just watching catch me if you can. Great film,the bloke was a genius.

JPC82 likes this


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, August 23, 2009, 20:26:28
I've just finished Very Bad Things with Jon Favreau and Christian Slater, I hadn't seen it for years but I still found it a decent hour and a half.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: sonicyouth on Sunday, August 23, 2009, 20:30:56
Is Domino as bad as I expect it to be? It's on film4 shortly but I may try and find a dvd I haven't seen yet if it's going to be bad.
tom waits is in it  8)


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Chubbs on Sunday, August 23, 2009, 21:45:13
this weekend i have watched the following
Inside- Grousome french film abut a pregnant woman who is in a car crash, another person in the crash also pregant, looses her child in the crash so she goes after the women to take her baby by any means possible, not for the feint hearted, one of the most horrific films ive seen,
that was until 10 minutes later i watched a Japaneese film called Grotesque, its a film with a minimal plot and only 3 actors, which involved 80 minutes of a guy torturing the fuck out of a boyfriend and girlfriend.
Now i have a strong stomach when it comes to things and not much crosses the line in my eyes, but these two films were very very close to being too much for me.

so today a little bit of light heated comedy, observe and report with seth rogan, it was ok, reasonably entertaining, shit story line mind.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Spy on Monday, August 24, 2009, 09:25:03
Gruesome followed by Grotesque  :soapy tit wank:.


Title: Re: Films films filmsy films.
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, August 24, 2009, 09:31:55