The Movie Thread

[Mr. Brightside]

Anybody want to recommend any good movies to watch, I have seen a few over the last few weeks that I thought were pretty good. better be careful not to post any possible spoilers for people who have not see the films...

I watched this last night

Four Christmases (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0369436/)

Its about a couple (Reese Witherspoon and Vince Vaughn) who try to avoid seeing the family over the christmas holidays but find they have no choice, very funny.

Also watched

"Taken (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0936501/)"

which is a very good action thriller staring "Liam Neeson" about an ex CIA operative searching for his daughter.

There is a lot of buzz about "Twilight (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1099212/)" anybody seen it yet?

[SoulChild]

Great!...A movie thread :thanks:

I think I am in love with Will Smith.....(j/k). It is sort of like Denzel Washington. When these guys do movies....it's like a must see! Their movies are always great! :two hearts:

[God's Toy]

Yep so agree with you! :girl_yes3 (1): very good combo :) Love all Denzel Washington's work

:)

[Logio]

'The Other Boleyn Girl', was excellente'...if you like Historical drama - even if you don't, the filming and music is great.

Your Liege,

Nathan

[Tzvika]

I saw 'Serpico' for the first time not long ago. Excellent movie and Al Paccino is great there.

[Mr. Brightside]

The last Will Smith film I watched was "Hancock" which was funny, an alcoholic superhero crashing into signs and cars and stuff and not caring what he trashed lol. The other movies I have seen him in over the last few years have also been excellent, "The pursuit of happyness" and the brilliant "I am Legend"

Love Al Pacino, Serpico is a great film, I watched Scarface recently for the first time in Years, what a movie

My partner would probably like 'The Other Boleyn Girl' she is into all these period dramas, she loves anything to do with Anne Boleyn or Henry VIII.

[Tzvika]

I watched Scarface recently for the first time in Years, what a movie
"Say hello to my little friend!" :D

I must've seen Scarface 5 times already. Paccino there is better than in The Godfather 1&2 in my opinion.

[Mr. Brightside]

I am a big fan of gangster movies, one of my favorites is "Once upon a time in America" an fantastic film. A new mob film staring Robert De Niro is being made called "Frankie machine" about an ex mob hit man coming out of retirement, due in 2010. Al Pacino and De Niro have made some awesome mob films

[Tzvika]

I am a big fan of gangster movies
Ever seen a movie called "City of God" ? Its brazillian. Heavily influenced by the Goodfellas and almost every Tarantino movie.

[Mr. Brightside]

Ever seen a movie called "City of God" ? Its brazillian. Heavily influenced by the Goodfellas and almost every Tarantino movie.

I have heard of it and everything I have read about it has been positive but have not had the chance to watch it as yet, It one of those films I keep meaning to see, thanks for reminding me Tzvika, I shall have to keep my eyes open for it.

[Kiran]

Recently saw Max Payne and loved it. I am a comic book/graphic novel fan and it is very dark but interesting!! Worth a look!

I loved the Othe Boleyn Girl...excellent!!

[Narnia]

I have heard of it and everything I have read about it has been positive but have not had the chance to watch it as yet, It one of those films I keep meaning to see, thanks for reminding me Tzvika, I shall have to keep my eyes open for it.


Oh yes, City of God, is a very good gan-sta film, long, but good! After watching it, I found it really hard to believe that Gisele Bunchen and her twin came from the ghettos of Rio de Janeiro....lucky I guess?

Well, I am taking a wild guess here, but since your from the UK and dig gangster films, that you have seen Guy Ritches films Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking Barrels and Snatch.....I love Snatch....never thought I would love a violent movie....but I love this one!

Oh, I love this thread! I know I'll be adding more movies titles here!

[Mr. Brightside]

Your dead right Sphinx, I love Guy Ritchies movies, Snatch is excellent , violent but funny and Brad Pitt as the Irish gypsy with his mad dialect :D

Lock Stock is one of my favorite movies, great characters, real criminals, superb story and soundtrack, Vinnie Jones was the star of this film in my book you wouldn't think he had only been in a few films before this..

"It's been emotional." ... :D what a classic line

[Samael]

Well, since its Christmas time I'd recommend everyone to see again Tim Burton's "Nightmare Before Christmas" or ANYTHING from Tim Burton for that matter :D lol

[patrik.]

Well, since its Christmas time I'd recommend everyone to see again Tim Burton's "Nightmare Before Christmas" or ANYTHING from Tim Burton for that matter :D lol

I agree. :)

Movies I recommend are Blade Runner, Seven, The Alien series, Pan's Labyrinth, Children of Men, In the Mood for Love, Ghost in the Shell ... to name a few. :D

[Genesis]

Watching Get Smart.

And Ive been laughing the whole time :)

[Mr. Brightside]

Well, since its Christmas time I'd recommend everyone to see again Tim Burton's "Nightmare Before Christmas" or ANYTHING from Tim Burton for that matter :D lol

Tim Burtons version of "Alice in Wonderland" should be interesting especially with Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter its not due till for a while yet though

Alice in Wonderland (http://infdaily.fusebox.com/2008/09/our-first-look-at-tim-burtons-alice-in-wonderland.html)

[Narnia]

Tim Burtons version of "Alice in Wonderland" should be interesting especially with Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter its not due till for a while yet though

Alice in Wonderland (http://infdaily.fusebox.com/2008/09/our-first-look-at-tim-burtons-alice-in-wonderland.html)

What I like about Tim Burton's work, is that he employs Johnny Depp in almost everything he does! :)

Similar to Ivory Merchant, they always use the same cast of actors (more-or-less) Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson, Helena Bonham-Carter, Rupert Graves, and Simon *what's his last name*?....hmm, I'll look for it and add it later.

I know that either Ivory or Merchant, passed away within the past few years!

Together they did, A Room with a View, Where Angels Fear to Tread, Howard's End, and Maurice and a few other films which I can't remember right now.....

[little bird]

Peter and I recently saw "Zack and Miri Make a Porno". It's not for everyone but as we're big Kevin Smith fans, we just loved it. Not for the faint hearted or the easily offended but absolutely hilarious otherwise.

Once of the last movies I saw before that was quite a while ago but I highly recommend is 'Smart People'. It's a bit quirky and slightly odd but I think that's mainly why I like it. It's a bit messed up and so untraditional for a movie which I find attractive in a film. It stars Dennis Quaid and also Sarah Jessica Parker in a very unlikely role.

If you liked 'Eternal Sunshine of a Spotless Mind' then I think you'd like it.

[patrik.]

If you like vampires and Sweden (honestly, who doesn't ;)) you should have a look at 'Let The Right One In (http://www.lettherightoneinmovie.com/)'.

[Rana]

Great!...A movie thread :thanks:

I think I am in love with Will Smith.....(j/k). It is sort of like Denzel Washington. When these guys do movies....it's like a must see! Their movies are always great! :two hearts:


i totally agree not only with their movies ..but being in love with Will and denzel ..:two hearts:

[Samael]

Last night I sow "The Chronicles of Narnia - Prince Caspian" and I was kinda disappointed :) I liked first part, it was a real fairytale and a real movie for kids.

Sure, some things were ridiculous, but since it is a fairytale, anything goes and it was very fun :girl_yes3 (1): Prince Caspian is much darker, I know C.S.Lewis and Tolkien were friends and he didn't like Lewis's first book, so yes I can kinda feel that in Prince Caspian. Prince Caspian in my opinion is a strange mix of old Narnia and Lord of the Rings. I also checkout out some of future Narnia books and it does not go any better, in fact it gets weirder and weirder and I don't like it. Idea was good, but writer kinda ruined spirit of first book when he decided to play Tolkien and trying to replicate his mystical world as his own. Also, I think they chose wrong guy for the part, of well.. Only thing I like about movie are "mice" :D LOL I hope someone else will liked this movie...

On the other hand, I liked last two James Bond movies I also sow recently :P

[mary]

I went to see Madagascar 2 with my 7 years old godson... as a X-mass present to him... I was relentless at first... it's been a while since I saw an animated movie... but that movie was quite funny and I enjoyed as much as my godson... loved those pinguins :laugh:.

[mary]

Prince Caspian in my opinion is a strange mix of old Narnia and Lord of the Rings. I also checkout out some of future Narnia books and it does not go any better, in fact it gets weirder and weirder and I don't like it. Idea was good, but writer kinda ruined spirit of first book when he decided to play Tolkien and trying to replicate his mystical world as his own.


I haven't seen any Chronicles of Narnia movies... because I saw Eragon and right after I saw it I realize that after LOTR every movie about mystical worlds will not be good enough:girl_yes3 (1):... but Harry Potter's... I loooove all those movies.. can't wait for the next Harry Potter movie btw.

[Samael]

I haven't seen any Chronicles of Narnia movies... because I saw Eragon and right after I saw it I realize that after LOTR every movie about mystical worlds will not be good enough:girl_yes3 (1):... but Harry Potter's... I loooove all those movies.. can't wait for the next Harry Potter movie btw.

I know what you mean :) LOTR was a huge hit and we all expected more movies in the genre, but with Narnia its different, because first book or movie is for kids and its really interesting. Other Narnia books and movie sequel are not, its something weird. Harry Potter is good, I only read last two books and I liked them a lot :) Yes, last two books are a bit darker then previous movie, but very exciting. I remember reading them in just a few days when ever I could get any time. Movies will be good I think, but I don't like why they divided last movie into two ? I'd prefer one 3,5 h movie :D lol

I think first Narnia movie or even better a book is really cool and its a good thing to check it out with you godson :)

[Kiran]

Last night I sow "The Chronicles of Narnia - Prince Caspian" and I was kinda disappointed :) I liked first part, it was a real fairytale and a real movie for kids.

Sure, some things were ridiculous, but since it is a fairytale, anything goes and it was very fun :girl_yes3 (1): Prince Caspian is much darker, I know C.S.Lewis and Tolkien were friends and he didn't like Lewis's first book, so yes I can kinda feel that in Prince Caspian. Prince Caspian in my opinion is a strange mix of old Narnia and Lord of the Rings. I also checkout out some of future Narnia books and it does not go any better, in fact it gets weirder and weirder and I don't like it. Idea was good, but writer kinda ruined spirit of first book when he decided to play Tolkien and trying to replicate his mystical world as his own. Also, I think they chose wrong guy for the part, of well.. Only thing I like about movie are "mice" :D LOL I hope someone else will liked this movie...

On the other hand, I liked last two James Bond movies I also sow recently :P


Its a shame they didn't do a film of the first book The Magicians Nephew...I have read all the books several times and it does explain how things came about...also there is another book between the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe...the Horse and his Boy. Unfortunately with Hollywood, they tend to only do the most popular books...look at LOTR...they should have done the Hobbit first as many who haven't read LOTR will get an understanding of the story much better.
I loved Caspian...thought it was a great version and remember, these are children's books and CS Lewis did tell a great childrens story...loved the Alice books too :)

[Narnia]

OH, I LUVRE :two hearts: The Chronicles of Narnia :two hearts: The entire set of the books was giving to me as an X-Mas years ago, and have great pleasure in reading all the books many times over! :)

I have the BBC version of The Chronicles of Narnia on dvd. The books that became films are The Loin, The Witch, and The Wardrobe. Prince Caspian. The Voyage of the Dawn Treader. and The Silver Chair.

Oh, Lorri, I love the The Magician's Nephew, I don't know why I love it so much, but I do!

I can just see the scene where Digory and Polly and Queen Jadis of Charn walk out of the great castle, and survey the cold quiet emptiness of the once great city known as Charn.....*wow*....what an amazing scene....

ps: You may have noticed my location is....Aslan's Country and always will be in my :two hearts:! :)

[Samael]

Its a shame they didn't do a film of the first book The Magicians Nephew...I have read all the books several times and it does explain how things came about...also there is another book between the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe...the Horse and his Boy. Unfortunately with Hollywood, they tend to only do the most popular books...look at LOTR...they should have done the Hobbit first as many who haven't read LOTR will get an understanding of the story much better.
I loved Caspian...thought it was a great version and remember, these are children's books and CS Lewis did tell a great childrens story...loved the Alice books too :)

I agree. It was same situation with "Star Wars" :D They began filming from part 4. What was that all about I have no idea. I wish George Lucas would film rest of the books, I'm sure it would be interesting.

[Mr B]

I agree. It was same situation with "Star Wars" :D They began filming from part 4. What was that all about I have no idea. I wish George Lucas would film rest of the books, I'm sure it would be interesting.

Simple because George Lucas had to fit and adjust some parts in the storyline concerning the life of Anakin Skywalker.

Also the ideas he had how the first 3 chapters of the whole Star Wars saga should look like was impossible to realize with the technology back then. So he waited with the filming of the first 3 chapters to achieve his goal and to make the movies look as he had in his mind.

[planetlove]

Just watched ...."What the #$*! Do We (K)now!?

Highly recommened for our types...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/What_the_Bleep_Do_We_Know!%3F

V

[Mr. Brightside]

I disliked the last 3 star wars films, The acting and dialogue was bad in the first 3 but they were enjoyable stories and groundbreaking special effects at the time, in the new ones it was atrocious :( Hayden Christensen was awful in the role of Anakin and just spoilt the last two films for me. I think I was expecting too much.

The Phantom Menace was one of the most disappointing films I have ever seen.

[Mr. Brightside]

I Watched "Wanted" last night Its about an office clerk who becomes an assassin, It was actually quite good, A lot better than I thought it would be.. a bit far fetched (well actually a lot far fetched in some places) but 2 hours well spent :)

[Stargazer]

Ow Wanted ?...I see it as a waste of talent,the acting prowess of Morgan freeman and Macavoy could've been utilized in a much better way,supported by a good script.....and Angelina Jolie? Supposedly the most beautiful women in the world ? Well she is a victim of her own glamour.

[Stargazer]

I watched 4 movies since yesterday......

1.BEAUFORT :The film is about an IDF (Israel defence forces)unit stationed at the Beaufort post in Lebanon during the Lebanon conflict,It chronicles the daily routine of a group of soldiers positioned at the Beaufort Castle, their feelings and their fears,....A good movie ,But i am a bit surprised though about it's nomination for Oscars .

2.CITY OF WOMEN :It's an Italian movie about a man who gets lost in a city full of women with ideologies of feminism,interesting mix of eroticism,fiction and a bit of madness :D

3.ZODIAC :Based on actual events during the 60's,It's about the hunt for a serial killer whom they could never catch even with all those letters he sent to the police giving details of how he committed those crimes........The case is unsolved.

4.SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE :Set in Mumbai ,it's about a guy from the slums of mumbai who goes on to win 20 million rupees in a game show and how he does it.........A very good movie :good2

[Tzvika]

Zodiac is an excellent movie. Actually all of David fincher's movies are great. cant wait to see the curious case of Benjamin Button.

On a different note - Dissaster! I read that Eddie Murphy is going to play the Riddler in the new Batman. Too bad Johnny Depp decided to play in Tim Burton's Alice in wonderland instead. I hope Murphy wont suck too much...

[Shades of Red]

I'm with Gollum on the "Wanted" bandwagon. I absolutely loved this movie, in fact I bought the deluxe DVD set for it. I just took it at face value, nothing deep at all and totally enjoyed every minute of it.

I really enjoyed "Shooter" with Mark Wahlberg. I find I like quite a few of his movies, although I haven't seen all of them, so probably shouldn't generalize.

I have a few Canadian recommendations for stories - no action, big effects etc, just good story telling. "The Stone Angel" is an adaptation of a novel (I might add I can't stand to read her stuff), but made me think of my own life. "Normal" was also an interesting movie - it's about the stories of the people after a drunk driving killing. I can't use the word "accident" when it comes to drunk drivers. It follows the family of the boy is murdered, his close friend and the family dynamics there, the guy who murdered him and how he deals with the aftermath. Really sad, but really insightful and true to life.

For good fun and sing-a-long, nothing beats "Mama Mia" for me at the moment. A totally fun movie.

[Stargazer]

APPALOOSA : Ed harris and his deputy Vigo mortensson is hired by the authorities of the town of Appaloosa to deal with the menace of a killer...all's well until the arrival of this filthy whore with her sinister plans to break the relationship of Ed harris and his friend,using her sex as the weapon.....but they are real wise men who don't fall prey to her........Damn he should've blown her head off as soon as he finds her with the villain....well that was my first reaction to that scene but there's more to it......A good movie,was worth my time and money.

[Mr. Brightside]

Plan to watch Dead Set (http://www.e4.com/deadset/) tonight, a made for TV movie. Seen it before but its worth a second watch, It is Big Brother with Zombies, , The usual crowd of wannabees go into the house and the rest of the UK turns into the walking dead. Its eviction night and the crowd outside turn into zombies and start attacking the Big Brother compound trying to get into the house. very funny... the producer of the show is hilarious

Trailer here (http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=HQjq639WPiU)

[Mr. Brightside]

Currently watching Independence day, as over the top, popcorn Sci Fi movies go there's few better, I love it

[patrik.]

Saw 'Sideways' recently, a great movie about two friends going to wineyards in the States. It made me want to drink more ... wine. :D

[SoulChild]

The most recent movie I have watched was Soylent Green. It was a good movie for it's time. Somebody should remake it.

[Narnia]

... : The Dark Knight : ...



Well, for as hyped up as this movie was and for as excited as I was to see it, I don't think it was all that and a bag of chips!

Although, I do agree with many that, Heath Ledger (may he rest in peace) did a stellar and wicked performance as the Joker, it's trully ashame that he is no longer with us...he was a great actor!

And, as for Batman, well, he was hardly in the film. It's almost like his character was a secondary thought, and when he was, he was annoyingly difficult to understand....with his super-hushed-raspy voice.

The movie was long, hard plot to follow, way too special effects, way too much going on, and quite honestly, it didn't strike me as a classic comic-book Batman movie!

So, for as the highest grossing film ever, I really didn't like it much, but I did enjoy it (believe or not) and I am glad I didn't waste any money seeing in the theatre.

Please, take no offense, to those who really enjoyed it!

[Kiran]

None taken but I was one who thoroughly enjoyed it and thought Heath Ledger will be a great loss as his role as The Joker was brilliant!!
I do agree with you on the annoying raspy Batman voice though :)

[Samael]

I sow Igor today.. I know its cartoon, but its good :)

[Stargazer]

Please, take no offense, to those who really enjoyed it!

...hmmm,well i am trying hard not to :not_happy

I enjoyed 'the dark knight' right from the first minute, and not only because of the Joker,his character was a plus among many other pluses......It had a racy screenplay unlike the other super hero flicks where the protagonist hops over buildings.....
a very good performance from Christian bale,Aaron Eckhart ,Gary oldman and not to mention Heath ledger :good2

All these elements supported by a superb,groundbreaking soundtrack by Hans Zimmer....:round:

I wish i had seen the movie in a theater :D

[Stargazer]

Movies i saw recently....

Burn After Reading :Supposedly a funny movie where nobody is faithful to anyone and everybody sleeps with someone other than there spouses :blink:.....but i have to say i did enjoy the movie ,it's full of serious ,tragic fun....Clooney and Pitt are in their unusual self.

Valkyrie:Based on actual events during WWll.A plot to assassinate Hitler by Germans themselves.....Yet another movie to remind the world about the evils of fascism.

[Samael]

I sow City of Ember yesterday and it was okay, book is better. I'm going to see Rocknrolla today starring Gerard Butler.

As for Batman ? Dark Knight and Tim Burton's Batman are totally two different Batmans. HL was very good in the movie and in a way he really was the main focus of the movie, probably not attentional, but he was phenomenal. Burton's Batman is so different, no realy way to compare these two.

[Narnia]

...hmmm,well i am trying hard not to :not_happy

I enjoyed 'the dark knight' right from the first minute, and not only because of the Joker,his character was a plus among many other pluses......It had a racy screenplay unlike the other super hero flicks where the protagonist hops over buildings.....
a very good performance from Christian bale,Aaron Eckhart ,Gary oldman and not to mention Heath ledger :good2

All these elements supported by a superb,groundbreaking soundtrack by Hans Zimmer....:round:

I wish i had seen the movie in a theater :D


Well, in retrospect, I see now, everything you mentioned in the film! I did enjoy it...I just feel, the film was too long and too much was going on, to really get the gist of the plot....and I pride myself on being able to follow complex plots.....eh, oh well!

You are right, it did have a good musical score! Hans Zimmer is great!

[Stargazer]

Batman was annoyingly difficult to understand....with his super-hushed-raspy voice.

In retrospect i too feel Batman's "super-hushed-raspy voice" was annoyingly difficult to understand.........i had the subtitles for my rescue :D

[Stargazer]

4.SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE :Set in Mumbai ,it's about a guy from the slums of mumbai who goes on to win 20 million rupees in a game show and how he does it.........A very good movie :good2

The movie has won 4 Golden Globe awards for Best Motion Picture – Drama, Best Director for Danny Boyle, Best Writer for Simon Beaufoy, and Best Original Score for A.R.Rahman......I was right when i said it is a very good movie ;)

[Enkde]

Yesterday i saw TIME SHIFTERS, a great movie about a man who's coming from the future as tourist to assist to past disasters such as Titanic, Industrial plant fire and so on.
But he is discovered by a reporter who returned to work and who took this case into investigation.


A great movie

IMDB Details (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0204686/)

http://ia.media-imdb.com/images/M/MV5BMzI2NzcwMTM5Nl5BMl5BanBnXkFtZTcwNzgzNDMyMQ@@._V1._CR0,0,330,330_SS 100_.jpg

[Narnia]

.....i had the subtitles for my rescue :D.....

:laugh: .....You are so funny and so clever, I wish I'd thought that!!..... :laugh:

[Mr. Brightside]

A few films I have watched this week

Seven Pounds (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0814314/)

Starring Will Smith, An IRS agent with a fateful secret embarks on an extraordinary journey of redemption by forever changing the lives of seven strangers

I was looking forward to watching this, Im glad I never went to the pictures to see it, Was a very slow film was falling asleep half way through it. Spent half the film wondering why he was doing what he was doing.. ending was ok but the film left me feeling a bit depressed.

Baylon A.D. (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0364970/)

Veteran-turned-mercenary Thoorop takes the high-risk job of escorting a woman from Russia to America. Little does he know that she is host to an organism that a cult wants to harvest in order to produce a genetically modified Messiah.

not a bad story, but im really not a fan of Vin Deasel and in this film as always he just comes across as a macho idiot.

The Objective (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0962711/)

A group of Special Ops Reservists on a mission in the harsh and hostile terrain of Afghanistan find themselves lost in a Middle Eastern "Bermuda Triangle" of ancient evil.

Sort of a cross between Apocalypse now and Predator, and nowhere as good as either.

[planetlove]

I recently bought some movies that impacted well in my mind wheni was a kid..
finally found them and got them ....
thanks to disney ....

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o266/varunepersad/61962.jpg

Escape to Witch Mountain
and
return From witch mountain

and
also

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o266/varunepersad/51F9C7Q3VFL__SL500.jpg

Flight If the Navigator...

Has anyone seen these..


http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o266/varunepersad/untitled.jpg

great movies when i was a kid...

[Kiran]

I love those films :)

Over the weekend I saw Tropic Thunder...OMG!! I haven't laughed so much. Although its a bit gory in places (very tongue in cheek) the way Ben Stiller takes the proverbial p**s out of Hollywood and actors is hilarious. Watch out for a great dance scene by Tom Cruise...very chubby and hairy!!!!
I loved this film!!!
Robert Downey Jnr proved once again why he is such a great actor and very underestimated in my opinion!!

[Mr. Brightside]

I Watched Frost/Nixon (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0870111/) last night, A really good film about the interviews Richard Nixon gave to David Frost after Watergate, I found it very entertaining, Frank Langella is excellent as Nixon.

[Narnia]

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o266/varunepersad/51F9C7Q3VFL__SL500.jpg

Flight Of the Navigator...

I always liked this film very much!!! :) Perhaps, it is a little dated, but it's fun to watch none-the-less! :)

[Kiran]

For any Jason Statham fans out there...I saw Death RAce the other night....very bloody and gruesome but some great racing shots!
Yeah yeah I know...we all have our dark sides and even I like to watch an action film!! :pilot:

[Narnia]

3:10 to Yuma 1957 version. Starring Glenn Ford and Van Helfin.

3:10 to Yuma 2007 version. Starring Christian Bale and Russell Crowe.

Personally, I perferred the 1957 version, even though I am not a total fan of the (over saturated) 1950's western films, still, it was better than 2007 version.

Basic plot of both films, set in the post-civil war west, an Arizona rancher helps to get an outlaw/prisoner onto the 3:10 train to Yuma, lots of gun slinging and self-reflection occurrs in both films, but less blood in shed in the 1957 version.

Both films have different endings.

[Kiran]

I have to say Sphinx...I didn't mind the newer version of that at all!! But I know where you are coming with that though...I was watching the Ghost and Mrs Muir the other night...love that film!! Rex Harrison is brilliant as the Captain (ghost) and so funny!!

[Narnia]

I have to say Sphinx...I didn't mind the newer version of that at all!! But I know where you are coming with that though...I was watching the Ghost and Mrs Muir the other night...love that film!! Rex Harrison is brilliant as the Captain (ghost) and so funny!!

Maybe we were watching it the same night, Paul and I watched it too, it's one of my favourite films from when I was I kid!.....Gotta love the brash Sea Captain! :)

"I'll polish his brass for him!" ...or...."I mean MEN, not perfumed parlor snakes!"


[Later Edit]

Back to 3:10 to Yuma, both films are not bad and I enjoyed them, individually, very much!

If, you like the classic 1950's Western film, than you'll like the 1957 version. Filmed in B&W, it has less 'action' and the inner workings of the plot are 'easier' to follow and it's not cluttered with side stories. The costumes are okay. The acting at times is a little cheezy, but overall it is good. Some scenes are drawn out.

If, you like the Hollywood-of-today spin on Westerns than you'll like the 2007 version. The landscape of Arizona is beautiful with all it's rich colour. The costumes are great and totally authentic! In the area(s) in the 1957 version, where scenes were drawn out, the 2007 version fills that in with more gun shooting, more blood, hyped-up drama, interesting actualities of the times, and of course a 21st century Hollywood film is not complete without, yep, special effects.

Well, both films are enjoyable and it's fun to compare! :)

The reason, I perfer the 1957 version, is the ending...which I will not give away.

[Samael]

Oh My, Oh My, Oh My :) I sow Repo! today (again) and I f****** loved it ! Its great...

There is one scene with Sarah Brightman that I LOVE and I think its worth the whole movie.. Its so great, so prefect, I'm speechless ! :two hearts: It's maybe best movie scene I ever sow.. If anymore is wondering its a sort of goth musical, its great, worth the time and so different from movies we see, specially nowadays with all the sequels and superheros.. So original..

Check this scene out... It's called Chase The Morning

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWFUlxQEW0s

[Narnia]

Thanks to Paul and Netflix, I have had the opportunity of wacthing some really cool Japanese films...I would like to recommend...



The Lone Wolf and Cub : Series :


I don't know why, but I just lurve :two hearts: these films so much!

[Tzvika]

OK this is NOT for the faint of heart.
I once saw this Korean movie called "Ichi the killer". The plot is really dumb and the acting...well...not the finest i've seen to say the least. The thing is - its for anyone who likes totally gruesome violence. I wont go to any details but there are several clips on youtube if you wanna check it out.

[Kiran]

Saw Taken last night with Liam Neeson! Excellent film but very hard hitting in light of trafiicking is actually going on!
Well worth a look!

[Mr. Brightside]

Yeh I enjoyed that film Lorri was very good

Last night I watched Yes Man, , Jim Carey gets caught up in this self help theory that instead of being negative all the time you have to say Yes to everything anybody asks you, was pretty funny, Jim Carey films are usually hit or miss but this was one of his good ones..

Yes Man (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1068680/)

[Stargazer]

OK this is NOT for the faint of heart.
I once saw this Korean movie called "Ichi the killer". The plot is really dumb and the acting...well...not the finest i've seen to say the least. The thing is - its for anyone who likes totally gruesome violence. I wont go to any details but there are several clips on youtube if you wanna check it out.

I saw this Japanese movie and yes it has gruesome violence and bloody gore,infact it helps one to measure his/her GQ (Gore Quotient :D) and i found out that my GQ is pretty high :yahoo:....i was more into the creative aspect of how the blood was shed and in what ways pain can be inflicted on humans........I felt that the plot is not really a dumb nor the actors,it portrays the very darker side of us humans.

But seriously this movie is not at all for the faint of heart and those who are afraid of dark reality.Stay away from this movie unless you want to measure your GQ.

Thank you Tzvika ...:friends:

[SoulChild]

THE GREEN MILE

I recommend that you watch this movie....very interesting :) :girl_yes3 (1):

[Kiran]

Loved that film Soulchild :)

Here's one for the girls...I saw the Accidental Husband...very funny and very observant on how we think we know about 'love' but need to have a rethink on it from time to time and its definitely no science!
Enjoyed it thoroughly...on my own and a glass of wine...open fire and a chick flick!

[Kiran]

Also saw the Love Guru with Mike Myers. If you liked austin Powers you will like this. Quite amusing in places but very much schoolboy humour!!

[Mr. Brightside]

2 films I have watched in the last few days that have both been excellent

The first an old movie

Contact (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0118884/)

I have not seen this film since it first came out all those years ago and I had forgotton how fantastic it is, The scene on the beach is amazing, great story and a film that really makes you think

I also watched

Australia (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0455824/)

This has just came out, a great epic about an english lady (Nicole Kidman) and an australian drover (Hugh Jackman) who have to herd cattle over the harsh northern Australian outback, set just before World War 2 The story can be a bit haphazard at times but I really enjoyed it, it is visually stunning, the scenes of the Australian outback are amazing.

[Samael]

I just sow Juno ! Its awesome. I think its romantic comedy or something like that, last thing I would want to see, but I heard good stories about this movie and they were true, movie is really fresh and simple and so wonderful. Its a good family movie as well. I read on Wikipedia that movie was a low budget and they never expected world wide success of it, which is true when you see that movie coasted 6,5 millions and earned more then 250 millions world wide and this is a huge success. Usually, high budget movies spend half of money on ads and stuff.

I'm making a movie night this evening, will be watching a few movies. I plan to see: Dead Like Me..Life After That (I only sow a few TV shows, I hope it won't matter when it comes to movie), Quarantine and Alien Raiders.

I hope that new Friday 13th comes to cinemas here fast, because I wanna see it. I love horror movies in cinema, sound is just.. no word to describe it

[Kiran]

Saw RocknRolla last night - a Guy Ritchie film. Typical of his films and very humourous!! Definitely recommend it if you like his films but no Jason Statham this time! Instead has Gerard Butler in it (hmmmm) very good though :)

[God's Toy]

Woohoo! Sky TV just uploaded 9 James bond movies in glorious HD onto 'anytime TV'

Yea I know most of you wont understand any part of what I just said but I'm happy anyway! lots of HD bond action for me. :)


Oh and it's a full mood so i'm a little nuts today!

[Kiran]

Saw Righteous Kill last night! Absolutely brilliant film...two of the classiest actors - Robert De Niro and Al Pacino!!!! Seriously recommend this film!!!

[SoulChild]

THE GREAT DEBATORS with Denzel Washington.

As I stated before..all his movies are just awesome. This is not a movie I would watch over and over again...but, you should view it atleast once :girl_yes3 (1):

[Mr. Brightside]

Watched Changeling (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0824747/) last night, It was a good film but left me feeling sad...

[inutero]

Went and saw Push. I give it two and a half stars out of 5. Was okay, but the action scenes could have been better. Overall a good movie to watch till Watchmen opens.

[Mr. Brightside]

Saw RocknRolla last night - a Guy Ritchie film. Typical of his films and very humourous!! Definitely recommend it if you like his films but no Jason Statham this time! Instead has Gerard Butler in it (hmmmm) very good though :)

Watched this earlier, classic Guy Ritchie, love the mad Russian heavies :D

[Kiran]

Yeah they cracked me up especially in the chase with Gerard Butler!!:laugh:

[Samael]

There are sooooooooo many cool movies coming out soon and some already did..

Fanboys

Friday 13th [2oo9 Version]

Super Capers

...

[Narnia]

WOW, we just finished watching the film Hard Candy.

Netflix Synopsis

"In this suspenseful drama from director David Slade, Hayley (Ellen Page) is an intelligent teen who's been spending time with Geoff (Patrick Wilson), a much older man she met online. Even though Geoff is a charming, good-looking photographer, Hayley should know better than to go home with a guy in his early thirties, especially since he may have ulterior motives. Of course, Hayley may have underlying motives of her own..."

Made me think twice about meeting people from 'chat rooms' online (which I have never used 'chat rooms')....but still, wow, one never knows what's real and what's not. Wow, pretty scary, I'd say!

It's a well done film though.

[Kiran]

Saw Watchmen the other night. I loved it! Martin wasn't so sure. Bit dragged out in places but I thought the layers upon layers were excellent! Loved the very un-typical version of 'superheroes'.

Forgot to add....great soundtrack to this film!!!

[Narnia]

Last night we watched Street Kings, it's recommended if you're into the whole scene of corrupt cops of L.A., where drugs, money, guns, pain, car chases, and death reign and along side all that anguish .... I recommend this film for it's killer soundtrack .... and not to mention it does have a bit of a stellar cast ....

The Netflix Synopsis reads out as ....

Street Kings

Still reeling from the death of his wife, Los Angeles detective Tom Ludlow (Keanu Reeves) is devastated when he's named as a supect in the murder of his partner (Terry Crews). With the help of a young homicide detective (Chris Evans), Ludlow struggles to clear his name. His boss (Forest Whitaker), meanwhile, tries to protect him from a tough Internal Affairs investigator (Hugh Laurie) who's determined to put Ludlow behind bars.

Rated R. 1hr. 47 min. 2008.


It has an awesome soundtrack and I hope to hear it again on Cinemagic of XM Radio sometime!

[BlueStar]

I really can't wait for the new Star Trek film! Looks absolutely awesome (and will hopefully kick the butt of those lame Star Wars prequels!)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gty9tLOXpwk

[BlueStar]

K, now I got my nerdishness out the way, what I really came here to recommend was...

AMBITION TO MEANING!

Totally brilliant film and one that should be COMPULSORY VIEWING in this society of ours. It's a beautiful, uplifting, utterly inspiring, moving, heartfelt and frankly life-changing film. It's a kind of drama featuring different characters coming to terms with their lives, making the shift from ambition, grasping, materialism to a more purposeful, inspired, spiritual mode of being. Wayne Dyer is an absolute inspiration, a true Buddha, whose warm wisdom (much of which is based on the principles of Taoism) is just a joy to hear. This film is particularly important in these times of uncertain economics, when people are slowly awakening to the fact that life is not all about money in the first place...I'm certain this film will hasten that awakening.

I love this film so much and can't recommend it highly enough. If enough people watched it, this world would transform overnight.

It can be bought on amazon or even viewed online I believe; http://www.ambitiontomeaning.com/

[Kiran]

HEY!!! Welcome home Rory!!!! :two hearts:
Glad to see you here again my dear friend :)

[BlueStar]

HEY!!! Welcome home Rory!!!! :two hearts:
Glad to see you here again my dear friend :)

Aww thank you for the welcome Lorri, that brought a big smile to my face :D Nice to be back, really does feel like home :)

[Kiran]

Well we missed you honey and glad to have you back with us :)

[Narnia]

We watched a classic film last night .... On the Waterfront

The Netflix Synopsis reads out as ....

On the Waterfront

Terry Malloy (Oscar-winner Marlon Brando) is a washed-up boxer turned longshoreman who finds he has one fight left in him when he dares to take on corrupt union boss Johnny Friendly (Lee J. Cobb). A landmark "issue" picture, On the Waterfront is distinguished by great performances and excellent use of New York locations. It's also the winner of eight Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director (Elia Kazan).

Rated UR. 1hr. 47 min. 1954.

It's a classic and should be viewed by all, if you haven't seen it already! :)

Oh yeah, and this film is the origin of the famous, very famous line .... "I coulda been a contender" .... played out by Marlon Brando himself .... :)

[Stargazer]

The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button :Wow what a movie ,i simply laid back and enjoyed every scene,every character in the movie is alive with emotions..........hmm well i just don't understand why it didn't win the oscar and lost out the best picture award to the poverty porn slumdog.......People who have seen both the movies will agree with me.

Changeling :Another great masterpiece by Clint Eastwood,for the first time,i found myself liking Angelina Jolie,she plays a mother who lost her son and so powerfully portrays it on screen,the director has brought out the Actor inside the celebrity ,very emotionally charged and a must watch.

[planetlove]

http://www.etonline.com/media/photo/2009/03/82656/400_racetowitchmountain_poster_090315_waltdisneypictures.jpg

http://disney.go.com/disneypictures/racetowitchmountain/

just saw this flick ...
i was expecting more....
:)

[SoulChild]

I mentioned how much I love Will Smith and Denzel Washington....so, I must include The Rock on that list because he is certainly hot, and funny, and thats just my type of guy! His acting has improved greatly since his first movie. I am not looking for too much from a Disney film....I am not too much into fantasy...but, I will certainly watch this film when it comes to HBO....girl_witch

[Kiran]

Saw Warlords with Jet Li last night!! Loved loved loved it!! Very visual and recommend it if you liked Hero etc.

[Narnia]

The Visitor, we watched this film back in the fall and I can't remember if I've already mentioned here or not .... but it is an excellent film .... and I recommend it to you all! :)

The Netflix Synopsis reads out as ....

Widowed professor Walter Vale (Richard Jenkins, in an Oscar-nominated role) discovers an immigrant couple, Tarek (Haaz Sleiman) and Zainab (Danai Gurira), squatting in his Manhattan flat and becomes wrapped up in their lives when Tarek is thrown into a detention center. A wonderful Hiam Abbass co-stars as Tarek's mother, who forges an unlikely connection with Walter. Thomas McCarthy won a Best Director Independent Spirit Award for his touching drama.

Rated: PG-13. 1hr 43min. 2007.


Review by Follow Netflix-er 'Creeper'

"The Visitor is exceptionally well-acted and full of interesting, wholly authentic and relatable characters that effectively carry the viewer through what might best be described as a bumpy plot; sometimes breezy, other times heavy-handed. The deliberately-paced story follows an emotionally disabled professor continuing to mourn the passing of his wife as he stumbles mechanically through the pages of his life. When unexpected friends provide a reason to reawaken, the film takes on a feel of importance; a message that life is worth living and people worth caring about regardless of circumstance. Very well-written, I was surprised by the quality here. Recommended."

[Tzvika]

I saw The Curious Case of Benjamin Button not long ago. Nice movie all-in-all, but it kind of dissapointed me that a unique director like David Fincher would choose to make such a Forrest-Gump-ish Oscar-drama.

[messickc]

Saw Watchmen the other night. I loved it! Martin wasn't so sure. Bit dragged out in places but I thought the layers upon layers were excellent! Loved the very un-typical version of 'superheroes'.

Forgot to add....great soundtrack to this film!!!

I was there for the Midnight premier of "Watchmen." I loved it. However the one sex-- I mean soft core porn scene could have been shorter. It was awkward since I was with a group of mixed-company friends. Plus, the blue dude made me feel... inadequate? LOL

Also, a movie I watched this weekend, and HIGHLY recommend is "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas." It has a surprise twist at the end that will leave you in tears and/or with your mouth hanging open staring at the screen while the credits roll. Extremely powerful, though a bit unrealistic. I don't watch alot of movies, and I certainly own fewer-- I BOUGHT this one. It belongs on the shelf next to "Schindler's List." When watching it keep in mind: It's not about Nazi versus Jew, but about an innocent boy trying to understand and cope with a world gone mad around him.

[messickc]

Oh, and is anyone as excited about "Angels and Demons" as I am??? :round:

It's sorta the prequel to "The DaVinci Code." I am a HUGE Tom Hanks fan. For those of us in the USA, they are going to premier the trailer for the movie Thursday night on NBC during "30 Rock."

[Kiran]

I was there for the Midnight premier of "Watchmen." I loved it. However the one sex-- I mean soft core porn scene could have been shorter. It was awkward since I was with a group of mixed-company friends. Plus, the blue dude made me feel... inadequate? LOL


Hehe you made me laugh there Christopher!! I can understand why that would make you feel uncomfortable, especially in mixed company and you are not the first male I have heard say that abot the blue guy!! :laugh:


Also, a movie I watched this weekend, and HIGHLY recommend is "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas." It has a surprise twist at the end that will leave you in tears and/or with your mouth hanging open staring at the screen while the credits roll. Extremely powerful, though a bit unrealistic. I don't watch alot of movies, and I certainly own fewer-- I BOUGHT this one. It belongs on the shelf next to "Schindler's List." When watching it keep in mind: It's not about Nazi versus Jew, but about an innocent boy trying to understand and cope with a world gone mad around him.

I have a friend who saw this last week and I honestly don't think I would be able for it...too overwhelming for me!! She bawled after watching it and said it toook her ages to get over the feeling it left her with.

[Kiran]

Saw Knowing last night. Excellent film and very much one with different layers to it! I would recommend this heartily!!!

[planetlove]

On my travels ...
Thank god for Air Canada's Inflight entertainment systems ....

I saw TWILIGHT .....
http://210teenlibrary.files.wordpress.com/2009/03/twilight.jpg

Thought it was good ...never read the book ..

And

YES MAN .....
http://lisztespatrik.freeblog.hu/files/Film/YesManPoster.jpg

this was and inspirational movie about shutting yourself away from the flow of things and shutting the flow of the universe away from the self.....
As soon as you open up to the flow of things things start flowing again for you ....
I liked it very much...
there are alot of dead people out there ....We need to bring them in the flow....
V

[Kiran]

On my travels ...
Thank god for Air Canada's Inflight entertainment systems ....

I saw TWILIGHT .....
http://210teenlibrary.files.wordpress.com/2009/03/twilight.jpg

Thought it was good ...never read the book...
V

Oh V....I am so jealous!! I have read all four books and we have to wait till this weekend for it on DVD...never got to see it in the cinema!!!

[Narnia]

Last night we watched the documentry film .... God Grew Tired of Us ....

I recommend this documentry film if you have seen and enjoyed .... The Visitor. The Lives of Others. Hotel Rwanda. The Straight Story. City of God. Water. Tsotsi. and Nowhere in Africa. .... which incidentally I have seen all these films and they too are recommended.


The Netflix Synopsis reads out as follows ....

God Grew Tired of US.

After raising themselves in the desert along with thousands of other parentless "lost boys," Sudanese refugees John, Daniel and Panther have found their way to America, where they experience electricity, running water and supermarkets for the first time. Capturing their wonder at things Westerners take for granted, this documentary, an award winner at the 2006 Sundance Film Festival, paints an intimate portrait of strangers in a strange land.

Length: 89 mins



In my own words .... It's a true story and this film captures how the human spirit survives and perseveres even through the most difficult trials in life .... this film is simply moving, touching and completely beautiful .... I hope you get the chance to see it.

[Narnia]

Saw RocknRolla last night - a Guy Ritchie film. Typical of his films and very humourous!! Definitely recommend it if you like his films but no Jason Statham this time! Instead has Gerard Butler in it (hmmmm) very good though :)


Watched this earlier, classic Guy Ritchie, love the mad Russian heavies :D

We watched RocknRolla several weeks back .... and I share the same opinion as both of you!

[Kiran]

Finally saw Twilight!! Wasn't disappointed but if you have read the book...the film as usual is different. But still enjoyed it greatly and will recommend it!

[Kiran]

One of my all time favourite recent films...was August Rush. This is a beautiful film about a boy who hears the LifeSong (to use Jesters phrase) in everything.
Please wathc this film with an open heart and mind....I loved this so much and although is often found in the childrens section...this film has way more levels to it.
Enjoy!

[Samael]

Twilight.. Yea, not my cup of tea, but I'm glad you guys enjoyed it.. Recently I sow..

Bedtime Stories.. Its ok, its 2 hours of fun, nothing special, but enjoyable. Nice family afternoon fun..

Crowley.. Its a horror mystery philosophical thriller about Alister Crowley.. Its a low budget, but excellent. If you are into light horrors, its a good movie..

Monsters vs Aliens.. One word, Fun :)

X-Man Origins Wolverine.. I had to download as soon as it leaked, but to be honest I hope that final, theater version will be better.. It was ok, but I was not impressed so to say, can't wait to see finished version..

Punisher: War zone.. Looks unfinished to me.. Idea and concept are good, but I feel like there is something missing..

[Kiran]

Thanks Samael...yes I did but I am not into horror films at all. Saw a trailer from Wolverine and it looks excellent!!
Hmm...another Punisher Movie...I wonder if it will be as good as the first one?

[Samael]

Thanks Samael...yes I did but I am not into horror films at all. Saw a trailer from Wolverine and it looks excellent!!
Hmm...another Punisher Movie...I wonder if it will be as good as the first one?

I agree, its not that great, but I don't understand why they do these things. Its similar thing with Hulk movies ? Very strange :girl_yes3 (1):

[Kiran]

Yes but in the Hulk's case, the second with Edward Norton was much better than the Eric Bana one.
Hmm...guess we'll have to wait and see honey eh?? ;)

[Kiran]

YES MAN .....
http://lisztespatrik.freeblog.hu/files/Film/YesManPoster.jpg

this was and inspirational movie about shutting yourself away from the flow of things and shutting the flow of the universe away from the self.....
As soon as you open up to the flow of things things start flowing again for you ....
I liked it very much...
there are alot of dead people out there ....We need to bring them in the flow....
V

Hi V...saw this last night and yes...very inspirational indeed. about how we attract the positive if we are open to the positive! Excellent! Thanks for the recommendation V!
HUGS

[Rana]

Iron Man !! im loving it ..

[Kiran]

Iron Man !! im loving it ..

Oh yes I loved that film and so good to see Robert Downey Jnr back to his excellent form!!

[planetlove]

One of my all time favourite recent films...was August Rush. This is a beautiful film about a boy who hears the LifeSong (to use Jesters phrase) in everything.
Please wathc this film with an open heart and mind....I loved this so much and although is often found in the childrens section...this film has way more levels to it.
Enjoy!

This was a great movie...
I don't usually cry for movies ...but this movie did something to me ....
It tickled my heart and i teared up....
I shocked myself when this happened..
V

[planetlove]

Hi V...saw this last night and yes...very inspirational indeed. about how we attract the positive if we are open to the positive! Excellent! Thanks for the recommendation V!
HUGS

glad you checked out this flick....
xoxoxox
V

[Kiran]

This was a great movie...
I don't usually cry for movies ...but this movie did something to me ....
It tickled my heart and i teared up....
I shocked myself when this happened..
V

Yes it moved me too...but I think because I often identify with that kind of thing and how he hears stuff...beautiful film though :)

[Narnia]

Oh yes I loved that film and so good to see Robert Downey Jnr back to his excellent form!!

Yep, I agree with you Lorri, 'excellent form' indeed ... *meow* ... he-he!

Definitely a fun film to rent for sure!!

[Stargazer]

Waltz With Bashir : This Animated movie recalls the events of sabra and shatila massacre ,through the journey of the director himself interviewing his fellow comrades.......Disturbing,and does raise few questions......The movie concludes with the actual footage of the massacre.

Merry Christmas Mr.Lawrence :A clash of cultures ,a test of human spirit...A good movie about the British prisoners in a Japanese camps and their struggle and how they stand for what they believe in...till the last breath.

Romulus,My Father : This movie is he best of them all,based on a true story,this portrays what it means to have a loving father and also how is it to not to have a caring mother......I usually tend to get critical while watching movies but this one was just truth,simple and with very powerful emotions.....I am glad i saw this movie :Boy_yes3:

[Mr. Brightside]

Loved August Rush and Yes man both very inspirational

Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence is another classic, Bowie is excellent in it and I love the music of Ryuchie Sakamoto..

[Stargazer]

Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence is another classic, Bowie is excellent in it
Bowie was good but i found Takeshi even better,he was fearsome and unassuming......

[Kiran]

Yes I agree with you about Takeshi! he was brilliant in this film!

[Narnia]

Saw Watchmen the other night. I loved it! Martin wasn't so sure. Bit dragged out in places but I thought the layers upon layers were excellent! Loved the very un-typical version of 'superheroes'.

Forgot to add....great soundtrack to this film!!!

Well, I haven't seen the movie yet, but I just heard parts of the soundtrack on XM Radio Cinemagic Channel 76 and you're right, from what I have heard it does have a great soundtrack ..... *hm* ..... I think I might just skip over to www.netflix.com and put the movie in our queue!! Thanks Lorri!

:yourock:

[Kiran]

Saw Groundhog Day over the holidays. Haven't seen it for ages and its an excellent film about a guy who is incredibly self centred and ends up reliving the same day over and over again. At first he realises that there are no consequnces and then realises that life has no meaning like this. He then goes on to try and change to change the situation as he accepts he has alternatives to the self destructive path.
Anyone who hasn't seen it will enjoy it and Bill Murray is his usual smart alec self!

[Narnia]

http://www.knowmansoul.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/butterfly.jpg


The Diving Bell and the Butterfly


Highly Recommended to all!

Netflix Synopsis reads out as ...

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly.
In 1995, author and Elle magazine editor Jean-Dominique Bauby suffered a stroke that put him in a coma; he awakened mute and completely paralyzed. Mathieu Amalric stars in this adaptation of Bauby's autobiography, which he dictated by blinking. Julian Schnabel was nominated for the 2008 Best Director Oscar and won the Golden Globe in the same category for his poignant film about the strength of the human spirit.

Length: 112 min. Rated: P-G 13



An absolutely powerful and beautiful film on the ever unique ... human spirit!

Max van Sydow's performance is simply captivating! (I really couldn't help myself with him.) He is a fine, very fine actor! Everyone did a fabulous job, but Max's won it for me!

Warning ... it is a tear-jerker film.

[Kiran]

Saw Australia over the weekend. I have to say it was much better than I expected.
Its set with the WWII backdrop and the racism towards the Aborigine people...the thread is the love story between the two main characters. Its a long one but worth the viewing :)

[planetlove]

I saw the movie "knowing" 2 days ago >>>>
Anbody have any reviews ?
V

[Kiran]

Yes I saw that and thought it was very good. I 'm sure I did a review on here for it V?

[Lion Spirit Walker]

"The Fifth Element"

[Mr B]

"The Fifth Element"

Love that movie, it's one of my favorites.

[SoulChild]

Oh, I love the fifth element also! I was watching it recently. Also, the part when the alien lady sings....I think it would have been awesome if they would have used Michael Cretu to compose.

This morning I woke up to "Schindlers List" I only caught the last hour. But, wow, now I just have to see the whole thing, but I have to catch it on.

Interesting: This morning which is May 1, I started another cleansing/fasting ritual, and last year the same time I did a seven day fast starting May 1st. Whats interesting is the fact that it seems that much Nazi/Holocust documentaries are on this time of year. Viewing holocost documentaries actually help me find strength thruought the fast.

On a quick side note: I watched this show called "the doctors" yesterday. And they had a young lady with some sort of twitching disorder...I forgot what it is called exactly, but starts with a D, and I was just crying my eyes out as I watched this beautiful person have to live with a seemingly uncomfortable disability.

[Lion Spirit Walker]

-off topic-

Elizabeth, you are truly a warm, glowing soul. It's an honor to meet you here.

[SoulChild]

Thank you! That was a pleasant surprise!!! :yourock: :two hearts:

[Stargazer]

me too Off topic :D


-off topic-

Elizabeth, you are truly a warm, glowing soul. It's an honor to meet you here.

I had that honor long before at the EMB :two hearts:

[Stargazer]

I saw.........
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CRANK
:hyper2:High Voltage:hyper2:


One helluva Crzy ride of madness with lots of adrenaline......:crazy

[Kiran]

Well lucky you!!! I missed this in the cinema and now have to wait for the DVD!!!
I am so looking forward to it!!!

[Stargazer]

I too saw it on dvd ,but the movie would've been better when watched on the big screen..........

Whatever ,the first part was better.......This second part(high voltage) has far too many silly moments,making Jason Statham look like a.....:monkey:

[Narnia]

...This second part(high voltage) has far too many silly moments,making Jason Statham look like a.....:monkey: ...

Yep, I would have to agree with you on that! But, he can do some wicked cool moves, for sure!

[Kiran]

Oh yes the stuff he did in Transporter was excellent!!

But hey!!! Star Trek is coming!!!!! :Hbounce:Hbounce

[Kiran]

star trek is coming!!!

[Narnia]

Speaking of wicked cool moves ... check out ...



http://www.planetbboy.com/myspacephotos/pbbposterweb.jpg

Planet B-Boy

Netflix Synopsis reads out as ...

Planet B-Boy This Tribeca Film Festival selection affords viewers exclusive access to the underground world of break dancing, charting the highs and lows of five B-boy teams practicing for the all-important "Battle of the Year." Combining stunning dance footage from Japan, Germany, South Korea, France and the United States, documentarian Benson Lee sets out to show that break dancing didn't fade into history -- it merely evolved into a remarkable art form.

Length: 95 minutes

Guaranteed to make you want to cut some rug too! :D

[Lion Spirit Walker]

"10,000 B.C."
The 'Truth' within the story is very subtle, but very real nonetheless.

[Kiran]

I loved this film Psyche. I know it was panned by some critics but I thought it very good!

[Kiran]

Finally saw Star Trek last night!!! brilliant!! brilliant!! brilliant!!
I absolutely loved this film and was not disappointed in the least! the guy they picked to play Kirk was excellent as was Spock!! it was a real trip down memory lane as they stayed true to the original Star Trek series.
my name's Lorri and I am a Trekkie!!:Hbounce

[BlueStar]

Finally saw Star Trek last night!!! brilliant!! brilliant!! brilliant!!
I absolutely loved this film and was not disappointed in the least! the guy they picked to play Kirk was excellent as was Spock!! it was a real trip down memory lane as they stayed true to the original Star Trek series.
my name's Lorri and I am a Trekkie!!:Hbounce

Ooh I'm going to see it later today, and I can't wait!! It's been getting absolutely rave reviews from the critics. I've long been a closet Trekkie too (although I kind of gave up on the last couple of spin-offs and the Next Gen movies were a disappointment, except First Contact of course), so I was so excited when I heard JJ Abrams was resurrecting the franchise. Lost is probably my favourite TV show of all-time. Love it.

Anyway, can't wait! Haven't been looking forward this much to a film in ages... :Hbounce

[Kiran]

Oh I don't think you'll be disappointed Rory!! It was fabulous!!
Enjoy honey!!

[SoulChild]

I've been so busy, I almost forgot about it. I have a Saturday off (believe it or not) so maybe I'll go to see it!:girl_yes3 (1):

[messickc]

Is anybody as excited as me about "Angels and Demons"????? I have the same level of excitement about this movie as all my trekkie friends had about the Star Treck movie (Me: ...meh...), but they all think I'm weird.

This is THE only movie I care to see all summer long!

Also, you can pre-order Dan Brown's third book in this series "The Lost Symbol" on Amazon.com.

To quote Lucid Exposition::Hbounce:Hbounce

[Kiran]

Oh yes Christopher I am really looking forward to it too. Just the Star Trek one took me back to my childhood!!

[BlueStar]

Star Trek was ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!

Seriously seriously good. Was absolutely gripped from the opening frame and surprised at what an emotional wallop it packed. The cast were great. I never thought I'd ever find Captain Kirk so darn hunky! :laugh: Chris Pine was great and is surely a big star in the making, and I loved Simon Pegg, the guy playing Bones, Uhura and the others (can't remember their names). And it was great to see Leonard Nimoy after all these years - he brought a real dignity and class to it. It was just fantastic. Not only a great Star Trek film (totally unlike any that's preceded it though) but a great film full stop. Perfect blend of action, comedy, suspense and emotion. It absolutely runs rings around the Star Wars prequels. I loved it! :D

[inutero]

Terminator Salvation :clap

[planetlove]

Just got back from "Angels and Demonds"

http://www.angelsanddemons.com/

After the Da Vinci Code not sure if it was just me but i will leave my comments to myself for now...

V

[planetlove]

Star Trek was ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!

Seriously seriously good. Was absolutely gripped from the opening frame and surprised at what an emotional wallop it packed. The cast were great. I never thought I'd ever find Captain Kirk so darn hunky! :laugh: Chris Pine was great and is surely a big star in the making, and I loved Simon Pegg, the guy playing Bones, Uhura and the others (can't remember their names). And it was great to see Leonard Nimoy after all these years - he brought a real dignity and class to it. It was just fantastic. Not only a great Star Trek film (totally unlike any that's preceded it though) but a great film full stop. Perfect blend of action, comedy, suspense and emotion. It absolutely runs rings around the Star Wars prequels. I loved it! :D


Saw this flick last night....

twas awesome.....

V

[Kiran]

Just got back from "Angels and Demonds"

http://www.angelsanddemons.com/

After the Da Vinci Code not sure if it was just me but i will leave my comments to myself for now...

V


Yes I saw this last night and although I enjoyed it there was something missing. Unlike the Davinci Code, I didn't read the book first (cos I always get disappointed by the film then) but still...I kinda know what you mean V! It felt kinda rushed!

[planetlove]

Yes I saw this last night and although I enjoyed it there was something missing. Unlike the Davinci Code, I didn't read the book first (cos I always get disappointed by the film then) but still...I kinda know what you mean V! It felt kinda rushed!

Lorri Im not sure rushed descibes how i feel ...
but all i have to say is the that my expectations have not been met and yet I think ....but saying that I never went in with any expectations in the first place ....

There was nothing jaw dropping to comment about ...
or

it did not blow my mind..

or

i can say all the others but we will leave it at that ..

V

[Kiran]

Yes I know what you mean V....and I understand what you meant. I too didn't have any expectations although I was looking forward to it but hmm...yes I'll leave it at that then :)

[Mr B]

Well, i'm not sure where to post this but..... it's about a movie that might be coming out in 2010 or 2011.

Who does remember: He-Man and the Masters Of The Universe? Not the cheap movie with Dolph Lundgren but i'm talking about the toyline and the animated series of the 80's. In my childhood days i was a huge fan of this stuff.

Yep, it's seems that they are going to make a complete new live action movie out of it. I still don't know excactly what the movie will be called, one site says it's He-Man and the Masters Of The Universe another says that the title is changed to Grayskull or Grayskull: Masters Of The Universe.
What to expect? I read something about sceneries like The Lord of The Rings, 300 and so on, if i'm not mistaken.

Anyway, i'm excited what this movie will be if..... only if they're really pulling this thing through. :D

[Kiran]

Hehe...I remember my boys were really into He-Man!! Used to watch the cartoons with them :)
Thanks for the memory :)

[Narnia]

http://www.shockya.com/news/wp-content/uploads/the_wrestler_poster.jpg


Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

The Wrestler (2008)

Mickey Rourke (in a Golden Globe-winning, Oscar-nominated role) stars as retired professional wrestler Randy "The Ram" Robinson, who returns to the ring and tries to work his way up the circuit for a final shot at defeating his longtime rival. Along the way, he tries to reconnect with his daughter, Stephanie (Evan Rachel Wood), while exploring a relationship with a stripper named Cassidy (Marisa Tomei, also nominated for a Golden Globe and Oscar).

Length 105 mins. Rated R. (violence, nudity, etc)


Paul put this in our queue and I really, really enjoyed it and I recommend it to you guys! It's Rock n' Roll baby!

[Narnia]

This film is right up any MW member's alley!


http://www.nosenosocurrio.files.wordpress.com/2008/11/peaceful_warrior1.jpg

Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

Peaceful Warrior (2006)

With the world on a string, skilled gymnast and collegiate superstar Dan Millman (Scott Mechlowicz) has everything he could ever want -- until an injury changes his life forever. During his recovery, fate presents Dan with Joy (Amy Smart) and a stranger named Socrates (Nick Nolte), who unlocks a world of sage wisdom and spiritual understanding. Victor Salva directs this inspiring drama, based on Millman's best-selling autobiographical novel.

Length 112 mins. Rated P-G 13


Months ago, I originally put this film in our queue for Paul to watch and I ended up watching it by myself (I was slightly disappointed Paul did not watch it at the time) ... but then a few weeks ago - Paul called me up while he was at work, asking about this film ... so I put it our queue again ... and he really enjoyed it and for me it was nice seeing it a second time! The film is based on true events! :)

"There are no ordinary moments, something is always happening!"

[God's Toy]

Star Trek was ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!

Seriously seriously good. Was absolutely gripped from the opening frame and surprised at what an emotional wallop it packed. The cast were great. I never thought I'd ever find Captain Kirk so darn hunky! :laugh: Chris Pine was great and is surely a big star in the making, and I loved Simon Pegg, the guy playing Bones, Uhura and the others (can't remember their names). And it was great to see Leonard Nimoy after all these years - he brought a real dignity and class to it. It was just fantastic. Not only a great Star Trek film (totally unlike any that's preceded it though) but a great film full stop. Perfect blend of action, comedy, suspense and emotion. It absolutely runs rings around the Star Wars prequels. I loved it! :D


Going to see it tonight, cant wait!


Yey for first night out in more than 6 months!

[SoulChild]

Going to see it tonight, cant wait!


Yey for first night out in more than 6 months!

I wish I could go....but, it looks like I'll be waiting for it to come on dvd/payperview....like you GT, you haven't been out in 6 mths...don't even ask when the last time I've been out!:pilot:

[planetlove]

This film is right up any MW member's alley!


http://www.nosenosocurrio.files.wordpress.com/2008/11/peaceful_warrior1.jpg

Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

Peaceful Warrior (2006)

With the world on a string, skilled gymnast and collegiate superstar Dan Millman (Scott Mechlowicz) has everything he could ever want -- until an injury changes his life forever. During his recovery, fate presents Dan with Joy (Amy Smart) and a stranger named Socrates (Nick Nolte), who unlocks a world of sage wisdom and spiritual understanding. Victor Salva directs this inspiring drama, based on Millman's best-selling autobiographical novel.

Length 112 mins. Rated P-G 13


Months ago, I originally put this film in our queue for Paul to watch and I ended up watching it by myself (I was slightly disappointed Paul did not watch it at the time) ... but then a few weeks ago - Paul called me up while he was at work, asking about this film ... so I put it our queue again ... and he really enjoyed it and for me it was nice seeing it a second time! The film is based on true events! :)

"There are no ordinary moments, something is always happening!"

Absolutely loved this flick....
HIGHLY RECCOMENDED...
I actually bought the DVD .....
Many clues in this movie for people to re-discover, uncover and bring into there own light/ awareness.....
V

[Genesis]

Star Trek.


Au-ma-zing! ;)

[Kiran]

This is an old 1981 french film but if you love a great soundtrack and a fast paced film...well worth a look!! This is an excellent subway chase in the film!!!4oQQBtXr6YQ

[Mr. Brightside]

Some Movies I have watched recectly

Twilight - Watched this slast night, never read the book, all I knew was it was about vampires, but I really enjoyed it, good story, great cast and a fantastic soundtrack. looking forward to "New Moon" The next installment

Star Trek - Waited for what seemed like years for this to arrive and really wanted it to succeed and in my eyes it did, Visually it was superb and I thought Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto and the rest of the crew really seemed to fit the parts, I hope this does reboot the franchise and there is more to come...

Tonight I plan on seeing Angels and Demons or Hangover depending on my mood.

Peaceful Warrior sounds interesting I will have to check that out

[Kiran]

Oh I loved Twilight but read the books first...quite a bit different from the film but still enjoyed it. New Moon is due out in November I think!

Star Trek...has to be my favourite so far this year!! Loved it so much and like you, hope we see many more of them!

Angels & Demons was excellent but different to the first one. Enjoy!


Some Movies I have watched recectly

Twilight - Watched this slast night, never read the book, all I knew was it was about vampires, but I really enjoyed it, good story, great cast and a fantastic soundtrack. looking forward to "New Moon" The next installment

Star Trek - Waited for what seemed like years for this to arrive and really wanted it to succeed and in my eyes it did, Visually it was superb and I thought Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto and the rest of the crew really seemed to fit the parts, I hope this does reboot the franchise and there is more to come...

Tonight I plan on seeing Angels and Demons or Hangover depending on my mood.

Peaceful Warrior sounds interesting I will have to check that out

[Jordan]

This is an old 1981 french film but if you love a great soundtrack and a fast paced film...well worth a look!! This is an excellent subway chase in the film!!!4oQQBtXr6YQ

:good AGREE!

UP - I am sure all will enojy :two hearts::two hearts:

[Mr. Brightside]

The Hangover - A Las Vegas-set comedy centered around three groomsmen who lose their about-to-be-wed buddy during their drunken misadventures, then must retrace their steps in order to find him. Pretty predictable but very funny, I really enjoyed this.

Bolt - Kids animation by Disney, Watched this earlier with my grandaughter, The film's plot centers on a small white dog named Bolt who, having spent his entire life on the set of a television series, thinks that he has super powers. When he believes that his human, Penny, has been kidnapped, he sets out on a cross-country journey to "rescue" her. Another highly amusing movie , a bit like Toy Story, love the cat called Mittens.

[Narnia]

http://www.coffeecoffeeandmorecoffee.com/archives/angela-a%202.jpg

Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

Angel-A Deep in debt, small-time hoodlum Andre (Jamel Debbouze) decides to end his life on his own terms before his unsavory creditors come a-calling. But as he's poised to dive off a bridge, he meets the mysterious Angel-A (Rie Rasmussen), who seems just as desperate, and the event changes his entire outlook. The two discover that companionship can make even the most difficult life worthwhile in this inspiring film from French director Luc Besson.

Rated: R Length: 91 mins


An interesting French film, you may like it .... you may not, but check it out ... because I believe it'll be worth your while, if you believe in Angels!

ENJOY!! ;)

[Mr. Brightside]

Watched Dan Browns Angels And Demons (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angels_&_Demons_%28film%29) last night, I enjoyed it, Story is a bit far fetched and I didnt think it was as good as the Da Vinci Code but Tom Hanks is good in it and its worth watching.

[Rana]

Watched Dan Browns Angels And Demons (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angels_&_Demons_%28film%29) last night, I enjoyed it, Story is a bit far fetched and I didnt think it was as good as the Da Vinci Code but Tom Hanks is good in it and its worth watching.


i agree ..:)

[Narnia]

http://www.worstpreviews.com/images/posters/mongol/mongol1_large.jpg


Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

Mongol: In 12th-century Asia, an orphaned young slave named Temudjin (Tadanobu Asano) escapes from his captors' clutches and begins a journey that will lead him to become one of the greatest conquerors the world has ever known. Honglei Sun and Ying Bai co-star in this Academy Award-nominated epic from writer-director Sergei Bodrov, the first in a trilogy of adventure films relating the life story of Genghis Khan.

Rated: R Length: 125 mins

Very cool!!

[Mr. Brightside]

New photos have been released of Tim Burton's upcoming Alice in Wonderland

The movie, based on Lewis Carrol's classic, features other inspired bits of casting like Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter, Christopher Lee as the Jabberwock, Underworld's Michael Sheen as the White Rabbit and Stephen Fry as the Cheshire Cat.

Alice in Wonderland is scheduled for a March 2010 release

Anne Hathaway as the White Queen (http://scifiwire.com/2009/07/empire-has-just-published.php)

[Narnia]

Anne Hathaway as the White Queen (http://scifiwire.com/2009/07/empire-has-just-published.php)

Her dress looks like a wedding cake! COOL!

[Lion Spirit Walker]

Gollum, that actually sounds pretty cool. I enjoy Tim Burton's work. And to mix his mastery with an opium inspired story, yeah that's sounds like it will work.
Thanks for the heads up, or should I say the 'heads off'.
[Pardon my twisted humor.]

[Logio]

http://www.geekshow.us/wp/wp-content/uploads/the-fountain-poster.jpg

A guy finds the tree of life, promises that he will put on a ring for the Queen of Spain Isabella when he finds it; he gets greedy, takes a bite; gaining immortality -- but this kills the tree. He immortal, must relive with her, through her various incarnations. He seeks reparation eventually by attempting to make her immortal. Finally at the end of time, he becomes "an entity'. This allow him to go back in time -- which he does. This causes the time continuum to change and a paradox, because his super-entity continues to live.

[Kiran]

Gollum, that actually sounds pretty cool. I enjoy Tim Burton's work. And to mix his mastery with an opium inspired story, yeah that's sounds like it will work.
Thanks for the heads up, or should I say the 'heads off'.
[Pardon my twisted humor.]

That made me laugh Michael!!! Looks like a good film...I love Tim Burton's stuff too

[Kiran]

http://www.geekshow.us/wp/wp-content/uploads/the-fountain-poster.jpg

A guy finds the tree of life, promises that he will put on a ring for the Queen of Spain Isabella when he finds it; he gets greedy, takes a bite; gaining immortality -- but this kills the tree. He immortal, must relive with her, through her various incarnations. He seeks reparation eventually by attempting to make her immortal. Finally at the end of time, he becomes "an entity'. This allow him to go back in time -- which he does. This causes the time continuum to change and a paradox, because his super-entity continues to live.

I loved this film!! It is one to stick with and watch when you know you will have no interruptions!! Thanks for the reminder honey :)

[Genesis]

Just saw this new Indian movie called "Brick Lane." Was pretty good. What made it even better is that Natacha Atlas was on the soundtrack.

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[Kiran]

Saw Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince over the weekend!! I really enjoyed it although it was a little slow in places but you can sense the beginning of a build up to the climax of the story!!

[Mr. Brightside]

Some more promo photos from Tim Burtons Alice

Inspired casting and the characters look amazing

Alice (http://scifiwire.com/2009/07/new-alice-images-poster-b.php)

Johnny Depp stars as the Mad Hatter and Mia Wasikowska as 19-year-old Alice, who returns to the whimsical world she first encountered as a young girl, reuniting with her childhood friends: the White Rabbit, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, the Dormouse, the Caterpillar, the Cheshire Cat and, of course, the Mad Hatter. Alice embarks on a fantastical journey to find her true destiny and end the Red Queen's reign of terror. The all-star cast also includes Anne Hathaway, Helena Bonham Carter and Crispin Glover.

Capturing the wonder of Lewis Carroll's beloved Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (1865) and Through the Looking-Glass (1871) with stunning, avant-garde visuals and the most charismatic characters in literary history, Alice In Wonderland comes to the big screen in Disney Digital 3D on March 5, 2010.

[Genesis]

He looks insane as the Mad Hatter... Im trying to remember who the white queen is though.... something in the book? Anne Hathoway looks amazing playing her.

Thanks for the link.

[Narnia]

Yep, and it's not surprising to see Helena Bonham Carter thrown into the mix ... she plays crazy parts a little too well. :D

[mary]

I saw Harry Potter's Half Blood Prince and I must say it was awasome, I wish it would last much more time that it did, because I wanted more :(.

[Narnia]

I saw Harry Potter's Half Blood Prince and I must say it was awasome, I wish it would last much more time that it did, because I wanted more :(.

I totally agree with you!! I thought it rocked!!

[Jordan]

A guy finds the tree of life, promises that he will put on a ring for the Queen of Spain Isabella when he finds it; he gets greedy, takes a bite; gaining immortality -- but this kills the tree. He immortal, must relive with her, through her various incarnations. He seeks reparation eventually by attempting to make her immortal. Finally at the end of time, he becomes "an entity'. This allow him to go back in time -- which he does. This causes the time continuum to change and a paradox, because his super-entity continues to live.

Thanks dear for recommande...I like this strange film...even it makes me confused...and made me think about a lot of things

[Rana]

we saw the movie "SEVEN POUNDS" on DVD with Will Smith ..it really is a brilliant role by Will ,hes convincing to the point where i really felt for him. and the story line once it gets going is intriging it wil leave you pondering for a few days maybe a while ..:signsCool:

[Kiran]

Yes I saw this too and it is very moving but I totally got what he was trying to do...maybe a bit extreme but in essence, trying to redress the balance.
Left me feeling very sad.

[Stargazer]

Perfume : The Story Of A Murderer A slave since birth but enslaves the whole world with his perfume...thanks to his extraordinary sense of smell !

[Kiran]

The Ugly Truth!! If you want a good laugh and enjoy a bit of a romantic comedy then this is for you!! I didn't stop laughing all the way through...had a sore jaw and stomach from laughing!!!
Very adult material so no children please!!!

[Narnia]

http://www.traileraddict.com/content/dreamworks-pictures/soloist.jpg


Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

The Soloist: This true-life drama tells the poignant tale of Los Angeles newspaper reporter Steve Lopez (Robert Downey Jr.), who discovers brilliant street musician Nathaniel Ayers (Jamie Foxx), and the unique friendship that transforms both their lives. In helping his new friend deal with his demons, Steve ends up battling with his own. Joe Wright directs this inspiring drama based on the bestselling book by the real Lopez.

Length: 109 min Rated: PG-13


I believe many of you would enjoy this film .... I hope you have the chance to view it! :)

[Narnia]

http://www.michiganmoviemagazine.biz/images/gran-torino-movie-poster.jpg


Netflix synopsis reads out as ....

Gran Torino: Curmudgeonly Korean War veteran Walt Kowalski (Clint Eastwood, who also directs) must confront his Hmong immigrant neighbors -- and his own long-held prejudices -- when the family's teenage son, Thao (Bee Vang), tries to steal Walt's beloved 1972 Gran Torino. Walt soon assumes the unlikely role of guardian angel to young Thao and his sister Sue (Ahney Her), both of whom are vulnerable to local gang influences.

Genre: Social Issue Dramas
This movie is: Gritty, Emotional

Length: 116 min. Rated: R. Year: 2008.



It's never too late to keep learning.


ps: I love that word 'Curmudgeonly' ... it is a word that is not used very often. :)

[Narnia]

http://utf.mff.cuni.cz/Relativity/SCAN/EINST02.JPG

Einstein's Wife

Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

Einstein's Wife: Why did Einstein never mention his first wife in his autobiographies? This documentary explores the life of Mileva Maric, Albert Einstein's first wife, and begs the question, "What role did Maric play in Einstein's scientific works?" No one even knew Maric and Einstein were married until 1987, when Einstein's private letters were released. Is there a possibility that Maric played a key role in her husband's groundbreaking 1905 discoveries?

Genres: Documentary, Historical Documentaries, TV Documentaries.

Length: 55 Minutes


A highly, highly underrated woman in history!

[Rana]

WOW !! Polly you have blown me away with this information ..that is amazing .. a conspiracy theory ? she was the brains ? her discoveries ? thankyou i am SO going to lok into this for myself ..girl_witch

[Genesis]

I've been watching alot of movies in the past week or so and one that I just love was an Indian Film called Joddha Akbar. It's based off the true events of a Mougal Muslim Ruler who invaded parts of India in the 1500's and formed a marriage alliance with a Hindu princess. It's epic and I loved it. (Not to mention the lead actor...)

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[Tzvika]

I saw Revolution rd. and liked it alot, even though Di-Caprio was in it. I cant stand him. The reader was also very good. Started watching Iron man which i like. RDJ is a great actor and i'm glad he's having a comeback.

[SoulChild]

Did I tell you guys I finally saw Planet of the Apes? and finally saw Schindlers List.....both movies were good, but, I must say, I under estimated Planet of the Apes. I fully enjoyed that movie! Now my husband and I have been searching and waiting for the next time it comes on. It came on one late night when I had to wake up early the next morning, but, I was so into the movie.....

Do you guys like Tyler Perrry movies? They always make me cry. They touch many people.....He has a new one out in the movies that I have yet to see, but the most recent one on cable is Meet the Browns...but, I didn't like it as much as I do his other movies. He also has a show about that and I don't like it as much as I like the first tv series.:girl_yes3 (1):

[Narnia]

http://dvd.easycinema.com/easy/images/products/6/99216-large.jpg

Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

Unchained Memories: Throughout the 1930s, journalists and writers accumulated stories and photographs from former African-American slaves and compiled more than 2300 first-person accounts of this horrifying period in American history. This documentary project contains some of these histories, read by prominent African-American actors such as Oprah Winfrey, Ossie Davis, Don Cheadle, Samuel L. Jackson, Ruby Dee, and Angela Bassett. Narrated by Whoopi Goldberg.

Length: 75 mins.
Genre: Documentry

[SoulChild]

@Sphinx, that is the documentary that has a woman with my name 'Elizabeth Sparks' may be one of my ancestors???

I watched the 'Distinguished Gentleman' last night...I have seen this movie a million times...and I still love it! Highly recommended...I laughed the whole movie!....

[Narnia]

@Sphinx, that is the documentary that has a woman with my name 'Elizabeth Sparks' may be one of my ancestors???

I know - I saw that and immediately thought of you - perhaps you are connected to her!!

[SoulChild]

Watched 'Notorious' Last night...it was okay, but, they didn't pick an actor that looked like Sean Puffy Combs...everyone else looked that part. I just didn't get that?

[Kiran]

Saw New Moon on Saturday night (Twilight Saga) and enjoyed this so much more than the first one!
It was more in line with the book and it was obvious there was a bigger budget as well as cast with this one!
Thoroughly enjoyed it!!!

[planetlove]

Saw New Moon on Saturday night (Twilight Saga) and enjoyed this so much more than the first one!
It was more in line with the book and it was obvious there was a bigger budget as well as cast with this one!
Thoroughly enjoyed it!!!



I went to see this movie last night ...
In my opinion it started off slow then it got better ...
the acting was poor ...
but in the end i still give it 3.5 outa 5 ...

V

[Mr. Brightside]

Watched 2012 (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1190080/) last night, good film, Has got to be watched in the movie theatre as the special effects are just amazing..

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This is the first 3D film I have really wanted to see, out in december It looks fantastic

Avatar (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0499549/)

AVATAR takes us to a spectacular world beyond imagination, where a reluctant hero embarks on an epic adventure, ultimately fighting to save the alien world he has learned to call home

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Also Looking forward to seing Twilight New Moon, I enjoyed the first one...

So many good movies coming out :)

[Lion Spirit Walker]

"The Gate To The Mind's Eye" c. 1994
Computer animation set to the soundtrack by Thomas Dolby. It gives you a good idea of how far things have actually come in such a short period of time with regard to computer animation. This comes from the time when I was doing computer animation.
Here's a clip entitled "Big Bang Backwards".
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[SoulChild]

I watched Planet of the Apes again. This time it was the 2001 version. I am liking this.......

As you guys may know, we had this movie thread on the EMB, and Gen was talking about Planet of the Apes, and we kind of made fun of it like as if it were a boring movie. and the truth was that I've never seen it...I just always assumed it was boring and never watched it. So, I promised her and others that one day I would watch it......so, now I am hooked..but, it comes on randomly...here and there, so I try to catch it, and I always tend to catch it on the late night tip. so, also, when I finished watching it, I then watched a documentary about Palestanian rappers....anyone seen this? It was awesome! Amazing! and as a black American, we know why we started hip hop. We wanted our voiced to be heard. And now adays, its mostly about bragging and women. But, in the doc, the Palestanians were explaining how they didn't even understand English, but when looking at the videos, they knew what we were talking about...they knew we were fighting a fight...they knew we were a voice that wanted to be heard...they knew we were telling a story they wanted the world to hear. And now they are following suite. the only thing that concerns me is that now a days, I don't think the average rapper even knows the effect we have on the planet. Rap can be a powerful tool...we need to start using it again in the way we intended in the beginning. I was very pleased with the documentary...but, they even were wearing their pants sagging. Us females well maybe I should say more mature females...we don't like that. We like the music, but the pants sagging thing....I sort of hate that we are influencing other children in other countries to wear thier clothes like that...because the thought is that the idea of pants sagging and clothes to large came from slavery days because the clothes didn't fit, and we couldn't have belts...which also represent prison attire........so, I think and wish rappers would be more responsible because obviously, rap is all over the world, and can be a tool to send a message...so, lets open our ears and eyes again....even above the sagging pants....LOL

[Narnia]

http://danwhatever.files.wordpress.com/2009/11/ink-movie-review-2.jpg

Ink

Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

Ink: Late one night, a lost soul named Ink snatches 8-year-old Emma (Quinn Hunchar) into the world of dreams. There, he hopes to use her soul to join the ranks of the evil Incubi. In the real world, Emma lies comatose, to the despair of her father, John (Chris Kelly). But the Incubi's benevolent opposites -- the Storytellers -- rally to help Emma, motivating John to wage war for his daughter. Jessica Duffy co-stars in this dark fable.


Length: 102 mins.
Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Sci-Fi Thriller.
Year: 2009
Director: Jamin Winans


Definitely a 'food for thought' film ....



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[Stargazer]

Watched 2012 (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1190080/) last night, good film, Has got to be watched in the movie theatre as the special effects are just amazing..


Superb special effects......If not seen in theaters then don't bother watching it on dvd !


This is the first 3D film I have really wanted to see, out in december It looks fantastic
AVATAR takes us to a spectacular world beyond imagination, where a reluctant hero embarks on an epic adventure, ultimately fighting to save the alien world he has learned to call home
I have a gut feeling that this movie would be a bummer :7hit (1):


Also Looking forward to seing Twilight New Moon, I enjoyed the first one...

What's the fuss all about Twilight ? saw the first one few days back........to simply put it,it simply doesn't deserve to be talked about so much......I understand the book was good but to me the movie is :bump-1: !

[Kiran]

What's the fuss all about Twilight ? saw the first one few days back........to simply put it,it simply doesn't deserve to be talked about so much......I understand the book was good but to me the movie is :bump-1: !

I have to agree with you about the first film after I had seen the second one. The second one is far better with a bigger budget and much closer to the book!

[Narnia]

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Tropic Thunder

Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

Tropic Thunder: Play Preview In the spirit of Apocalypse Now and Platoon, this combat film send-up from director-star Ben Stiller tracks a group of actors who are forced to become real-life soldiers when they're abandoned in the jungles of Southeast Asia. The all-star cast includes Robert Downey Jr. (in an Oscar-nominated role), Jack Black, Matthew McConaughey and Nick Nolte, with an unrecognizable (and Golden Globe–nominated) Tom Cruise playing a crude movie mogul.

Length: 120 mins.
Genres: Comedy, Showbiz Comedies, Spoofs and Satire.
Year: 2008.
Director: Ben Stiller.

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Some say this film is on the egde of being in 'poor taste' ... but in retrospect, having watched it a while ago - it is so worth watching because of Robert Downey Jr's performance.


Be warned: there is swearing and some violent scenes in the trailor ... if it is found to be too offensive to anyone ... please let me know by PM and I will remove it. Thanks.


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[Kiran]

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Tropic Thunder

Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

Tropic Thunder: Play Preview In the spirit of Apocalypse Now and Platoon, this combat film send-up from director-star Ben Stiller tracks a group of actors who are forced to become real-life soldiers when they're abandoned in the jungles of Southeast Asia. The all-star cast includes Robert Downey Jr. (in an Oscar-nominated role), Jack Black, Matthew McConaughey and Nick Nolte, with an unrecognizable (and Golden Globe–nominated) Tom Cruise playing a crude movie mogul.

Length: 120 mins.
Genres: Comedy, Showbiz Comedies, Spoofs and Satire.
Year: 2008.
Director: Ben Stiller.

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Some say this film is on the egde of being in 'poor taste' ... but in retrospect, having watched it a while ago - it is so worth watching because of Robert Downey Jr's performance.


Be warned: there is swearing and some violent scenes in the trailor ... if it is found to be too offensive to anyone ... please let me know by PM and I will remove it. Thanks.


SyHuayjK7os

Oh I loved this Polly!! I haven't laughed as much for a long time! There are some pretty cool cameo roles in it too!! ;)
And a film is always worth watching when Robert Downey Jr is in it!! sigh....

[Stargazer]

Ink
Oh no......:7hit (1):

[planetlove]

The Labrinth -
I bought this movie on Blue Ray Disc ...
I remember it from my childhood days...
It was great to watch again....

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[Narnia]

The Labrinth -
I bought this movie on Blue Ray Disc ...
I remember it from my childhood days...
It was great to watch again....

http://www.avforums.com/movies/images/showimage.php?image=/home/sites/avforums/public_html/movies/images/media/9817/front.jpg

I absolutely adore the imagination in this film .... :)



*he-he* I even have the soundtrack! ;)

[Narnia]

Deepa Mehta - Trilogy


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Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

Fire: Two Hindu women struggle with loveless, arranged marriages: Sita (Nandita Das), who discovers that her husband (Javed Jaffrey) has a mistress, and her sister-in-law, Radha (Shabana Azmi), who cannot give birth. As the lukewarm coals of their long-term relationships fade, the women ignite passion in their lives by finding comfort in each other. Director Deepa Mehta's drama is supposedly the first Indian film about lesbians.

Length: 104 mins




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Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

Water: After losing her husband to illness, 8-year-old Chuyia (Sarala) is forced to live out the rest of her days in a temple for Hindu widows, communing with 14 other women and a cruel headmistress who agrees to take her in. But it's through the trials of another widow, a beautiful prostitute named Kalyani (Lisa Ray) who's being courted by a man from a higher caste (John Abraham), that Chuyia learns the true restrictions of widowhood.

Length: 117 mins.




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Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

Earth: Play Preview Deepa Mehta directed this stirring tale -- the second movie in a trilogy preceded by Fire and followed by Water -- about the religious and civil wars that broke out in India and Pakistan in the 1947 battle to gain independence from the British. Earth is based on the autobiographical novel Cracking India by Bapsi Sidhwa and is told through the eyes of a little girl, Lenny (Maia Sethna), who has one leg in a brace.

Length: 101 mins.




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[BlueStar]

Must admit I hated Tropic Thunder, even though I thought I'd love it. Robert Downey Jr was fantastic, but it was just in really bad taste and not funny enough to justify that (i'm not normally that easily offended either). The best bit of course was the trailer for a film about gay monks at the beginning, featuring none other than 'Sadeness' as the theme music! :)

[Rana]

.. i agree The Labrynth is a classic .. especially with David Bowie as the Goblin King ..wow what a title to have under your belt .. youre out and a kid points at you " look DAD thats the Goblin KING!! " and Robert Downey Jnr ..wow what talent ..hes deep in the spiritual way .. special .

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this is my all time favourite ..i saw it at the theatre when i was lil ..and now my girls love it too ..awwww

[Stargazer]

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DISTRICT 9

This is the next level in movies on Aliens.......Very different from all other movies i've seen,in this we humans segregate and shelter the Aliens......The movie itself is fast paced like a one long trailer......It's all just the beginning ,the movie ends well set for many sequels to follow !:Boy_yes3:

[Kiran]

Stargazer...I saw District 9! Excellent film and very reminiscent of the apartheid era in South Africa.

[Kiran]

I saw Avatar last night and I have to say...I want to see it again! This was so worth three hours of my time to watch and what a beautiful cinematic experience! We saw it in 3D and it is excellent and I cried a few times during the story but oh how it showed manking up for its need to strip resources from places!!
Wonderful and completely recommend this film!

[planetlove]

SHERLOCK HOLMES

Saw this on xmas day .....
I really liked it ....and im sure you will also ...

preview in the link...
http://sherlock-holmes-movie.warnerbros.com/

[Narnia]

SHERLOCK HOLMES

Saw this on xmas day .....
I really liked it ....and im sure you will also ...

preview in the link...
http://sherlock-holmes-movie.warnerbros.com/

I am soooo tempted to this in the theatre .... because .... well .... okay I'll admit it ..... I am kinda smitten for a certain Robert Downey Jr ... there I said it! ;)

[Kiran]

I saw this over Christmas and have to say it so deserves all the awards its up for! The story is magical, the cinematography is fantastic and what else can i say about this film...other than....

WHY HAVEN'T YOU SEEN IT YET????? lol

Seriously...worth three hours of anyone's time!

HUGS
Lorri :two hearts:

[BlueStar]

I saw this over Christmas and have to say it so deserves all the awards its up for! The story is magical, the cinematography is fantastic and what else can i say about this film...other than....

WHY HAVEN'T YOU SEEN IT YET????? lol

Seriously...worth three hours of anyone's time!

HUGS
Lorri :two hearts:

I was thinking of going to see it for my birthday. Don't go to the cinema much, partly because it's a bit away and also because its so expensive now (when it costs as much to get a cinema ticket as to actually own the film somethings wrong!).

I have a couple of questions though....what's with the 3D thing? Do you get those 3D glasses at the cinema? Don't know how that works! And also, what is the level of violence in the film? I hate watching violence and am very strict about which films I watch because of it. I don't care if that makes me sound like an old grandad, its a good rule for me. I can just about cope with the battle scenes in Lord of the Rings but wouldn't want anything in excess of that. I've heard that while the first part of Avatar is a bit of a bloodbath.

[Kiran]

I was thinking of going to see it for my birthday. Don't go to the cinema much, partly because it's a bit away and also because its so expensive now (when it costs as much to get a cinema ticket as to actually own the film somethings wrong!).

I have a couple of questions though....what's with the 3D thing? Do you get those 3D glasses at the cinema? Don't know how that works! And also, what is the level of violence in the film? I hate watching violence and am very strict about which films I watch because of it. I don't care if that makes me sound like an old grandad, its a good rule for me. I can just about cope with the battle scenes in Lord of the Rings but wouldn't want anything in excess of that. I've heard that while the first part of Avatar is a bit of a bloodbath.

Hmm...I wouldn't say bloodbath but I would say that its only a low certificate so its not too explicit and also is a necessary part of the film showing a war scene...highllighting man's penchant for violence as a mean's to an end. Its definitely not worse than what you would have seen in LOTR Rory. The 3d effects make it even more....I loved it in 3D so did Martin....and yes, we got the glasses from the cinema but they weren't the old paper ones...these were like proper sunglasses and much more comfortable to wear! There are scenes with the aliens and thier world that are just spectacular in 3D!!

[BlueStar]

Thanks Lorri that's very helpful :D I will probably be seeing it at the weekend. I will let you know what I think. Excited :)

[BlueStar]

Loved Avatar!! A real cinematic experience, breathtaking from start to finish. Now, it's not a perfect film, I can see why the critics have been a bit reticent in their praise...the plot is thin and very familiar and the characters aren't nearly as three-dimensional as they look (ironic!), but the film really comes alive in its incredible attention to detail, direction, and effects. I don't think I've ever seen a better and more vital depiction of an alien world in cinema. I didn't know what to expect from the 3D but it was incredible...it was almost like being IN the film. Extremely immersive. Makes me wonder how long before we'll actually have holodecks like in Star Trek! Definitely a film to be seen in the cinema in 3D. My initial reaction is still the best: WOW!

[Kiran]

I am so glad you enjoyed it Rory! I loved the new world and all it stood for..the way the 3D gave us the chance to almost 'be there' with them! I understand what you mean about the weaknesses but what a visual treat!

[BlueStar]

I am so glad you enjoyed it Rory! I loved the new world and all it stood for..the way the 3D gave us the chance to almost 'be there' with them! I understand what you mean about the weaknesses but what a visual treat!

Oh yes, and I loved the messages and depth that was presented by the alien species...the interconnectedness and oneness of life, being attuned and aware of our connection to the natural world. It presented a very real portal to spirituality that I think many will have found accessible, or which may have planted the seeds of some kind of awakening. That was probably what i liked most about it. It was subtle, but I was so glad to see that message and undercurrent there. I didn't think James Cameron had it in him actually, LOL, I was muchly impressed :)

[Lion Spirit Walker]

I understand it's been out a while, both versions...
The Day The Earth Stood Still
Good message.

[Narnia]

The Story of the
Weeping Camel

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Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

The Story of the Weeping Camel. This unique documentary follows a Mongolian camel that's rejected her newborn white colt. Now, all hope lies with two young shepherd boys, who must travel across the Gobi desert to find a healing musician. Will the violinist's ritual do the trick? This Oscar-nominated film moves beyond its narrative structure to offer a keenly observed portrait of nomadic herders who are preserving an ancient way of life.

Length: 87 mins
Genre: Documentry


In my own words: This intimate film is truly a beautiful insight into the Mongolian life, for both Humans and Animals, and how they coexist together, in the harsh and the ever unforgiving environment of the Gobi. If you have patience, an appreciation for indie and documentry films and have an open mind ... you will truly enjoy the profound subtleties of the Human and Animal Spirit.

Highly recommended for my fellow MW-ers! :)

[BlueStar]

Thanks Polly I will have to check that out.

I have another recommendation: THE MAN FROM EARTH.

This award-winning film, released a couple of years ago, was written by renowned sci-fi writer Jerome Bixby who wrote episodes of the original Star Trek and Twilight Zone. This manuscript was completed on his death bed and its a remarkable film. It was filmed on a tight budget and although it is basically just a handful of characters in a room talking, it's extremely well-written and very compelling, without ever once starting to get dull.

It's a sci-fi fantasy about an immortal man who had lived on earth since the stone age, and has witnessed the incredible changes the world has undergone. His perspectives on culture and religion make for an intelligent, captivating and thought-provoking film. There are some incredible and controversial twists which make the film quite remarkable (although some Christians might find their noses a bit out of joint). I definitely recommend it highly, if you are like me and like your sci-fi intelligent, thought-provoking and philosophical, then you'll love this. Immediately become one of my favourite films :)


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njU5CsrYfKM

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Man_from_Earth

[Jordan]

I've seen a lot of very good movies in last 3 months...
Avatar mesmerised me completely...

SHERLOCK HOLMES - I liked all movie, picture, costumes all scenography is amazing but story I didn't find anything special

Wolf-man - I didn't like even I leave cinema before finished.

Edge of Darkness - I recommend to see fro all who like good action movie, and for who :two hearts:Mel Gibson

The Princess and The Frog - I liked cos I like cartoons...and it's very good made as well as Fantastic Mr Fox...who like cartoons will enjoy I'm sure

[Narnia]

The Snow Walker

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Netflix.com synopsis reads out as ...

The Snow Walker: Barry Pepper stars in this survivalist adventure as cocky, hotheaded bush pilot Charlie Halliday, who agrees to transport a critically ill Inuit woman (Annabella Piugattuk) to a Yellowknife hospital during a routine stop on a supply run. The pair face dire consequences when their plane goes down in the Arctic tundra, leaving them marooned -- and facing the brutality of the looming northern winter.

Length: 109mins.


In my own words: This is a beautiful story of transformation in the Human Spirit whichs takes place in the high tundra of the breath taking Northwest Territories. Two strangers come together, an ex-WW2 pilot is on a supply run when agrees to help a sick Inuit woman. When their planes crashes ... they are forced to live and sruvive together. The companionship they build is one that is Life altering for both .... a truly beautiful and sweet film of the Human Spirit's journey.




http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yr-GBAgTjXA

[Narnia]

The Ugly Truth!! If you want a good laugh and enjoy a bit of a romantic comedy then this is for you!! I didn't stop laughing all the way through...had a sore jaw and stomach from laughing!!!
Very adult material so no children please!!!

*he-he* .... Just watched this last night on Netflix .... definitely a funny movie be prepared for a very good and long laughing session!!! I'll probably end up watching it again!! Thanks for the recommendation Lorri!! :girl_yes3 (1):

[Narnia]

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Netflx synopsis reads out as ...

What are Dreams? The stuff of dreams -- not just the content, but the circuitry and neurological coding, too -- is the subject of this penetrating "Nova" inquiry into the most mystifying of human activities. Researchers are taking a variety of investigative tacks, from "eavesdropping" on sleeping rats to methodical studies of thousands of dreams, in an effort to fill in the blanks of understanding. Their findings give tantalizing glimpses of the mind at rest.

Length: 60 mins.




http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fbC7h0LNIi4


Highly, highly recommended to my fellow MW-ers!! :)

[Kiran]

*he-he* .... Just watched this last night on Netflix .... definitely a funny movie be prepared for a very good and long laughing session!!! I'll probably end up watching it again!! Thanks for the recommendation Lorri!! :girl_yes3 (1):

Glad you enjoyed it Polly!! Loved the scene in the restaurant!!! ;)

[Narnia]

Loved the scene in the restaurant!!! ;)

Oh yes!! (no pun intended) .... *he-he* .... that was a really great scene too!! .... and yep - I particularly liked the tree/cat/bath towel scene too ..... *wink-wink* :D

[Narnia]

Just got back from seeing this at the movie house .... :)



... Tim Burton's ...


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Alice in Wonderland

[Tzvika]

I loved Alice! Not one of Burton's greatest, but still an excellent one.
Also, i think i hate Anne Hathaway.
Also(2), the actress that played Alice sucked.
But all-in-all i still enjoyed it. Helena Bonham-Carter was great as the queen of hearts and Johnny Depp was brilliant as usual.

[planetlove]

I went to see DATE NIGHT last night...
I was laughing so hard in some parts....
It was really funny and really good.... well made flick I must say ....
Haven't been to a flick this funny in ages
http://www.datenight-movie.com/

[planetlove]

This is the first 3D film I have really wanted to see, out in december It looks fantastic

Avatar (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0499549/)

AVATAR takes us to a spectacular world beyond imagination, where a reluctant hero embarks on an epic adventure, ultimately fighting to save the alien world he has learned to call home

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I bought this on Blu ray and Dvd ...
Great FLick the did an amazing job amazing job ...
this movie reminded me of a bunch of different movies all intermingled in one ...
Great lessons to learn also in this flick ...

[Kiran]

Saw Iron Man 2 last night and I have to say, apart from the wonderful Robert Downey Jnr, its great to see a bit of good old fashioned rip roaring fun such as the Marvel comics give!! Thoroughly enjoyed it and the added bonus of seeing Robert Downey Jnr back in great form is even better!!

[Lion Spirit Walker]

Too cool. I look forward to seeing it. Tyvm.

[Lion Spirit Walker]

If no one has already done this, I'm doing it here and now.
I'm usually unable to get out to theatres, so any movies I see are DVD purchases. And yes, I'm still asking myself why I don't rent... Anyway...
If you haven't seen "Paranormal Activity", don't. Save you money for dinner or an art exhibit.
It was serious;y Lame.
If you feel you really must have a 'spooky night' check out the "Spooky Video" thread. It's far more...spooky.

[Kiran]

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Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

The Soloist: This true-life drama tells the poignant tale of Los Angeles newspaper reporter Steve Lopez (Robert Downey Jr.), who discovers brilliant street musician Nathaniel Ayers (Jamie Foxx), and the unique friendship that transforms both their lives. In helping his new friend deal with his demons, Steve ends up battling with his own. Joe Wright directs this inspiring drama based on the bestselling book by the real Lopez.

Length: 109 min Rated: PG-13


I believe many of you would enjoy this film .... I hope you have the chance to view it! :)

I have just watched this film. What a brilliant film!! Thanks for the recommendation Polly!!

[Narnia]

so any movies I see are DVD purchases. And yes, I'm still asking myself why I don't rent... Anyway...

As one US resident to another ... I really really recommend you look into getting www.Netflix.com - you will save a ton of money and there are thousands of titles to check out!!

Seriously - check out Netflix ... we've had it since 2004 and lord knows we've watched a few hundred or so ... its that awesome!!

[Narnia]

I have just watched this film. What a brilliant film!! Thanks for the recommendation Polly!!

Oh! I am sooo glad you checked it out and enjoyed it ... it is a brillant film indeed ... I love that it is based off of a true story!! :)

[brother]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPB7r0UpNIE

an all time favorite of mine..


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oeYxH8VMeXw.

and he was a hero of mine from way way back...

the true story of Eric Liddell and other young men from the 1924 Olympics

[Narnia]

... Seraphine ...

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Zn8sUIFlnw
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Netflix synopsis reads out as ...

Seraphine: Awestruck by the vibrant and imaginative artwork of uneducated housekeeper Séraphine Louis (Yolande Moreau) -- who spends her days doing menial chores -- German art critic Wilhelm Unde (Ulrich Tukur) takes the promising painter under his wing. Though her neighbors and others dismiss Séraphine's work, Unde is determined to turn the obscure French artist into a star in this revelatory biopic also starring Geneviève Mnich and Nico Rogner.

Length: 125 mins
Genre: Foreign Drama



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