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Never heard of them before, but the music in the film was exceptional; I'll have to check them out.'saintfool said:
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cosjobs
Footballguy
I agree, I could say the same thing about hundreds of movies.
hooter311
Footballguy
Do you think this was the honest intention of the filmmakers? Because if the story is taken literally, the eye-rolling moments are off the charts.You do realize it is titled The Grey?I wanted to bump my theory on The Grey. I still stand behind it.My theory is that Liam offed himself that first night he left the mess hall with his rifle. He was able to find peace after killing the pack leader. It didn't matter what direction they were heading because he was going to the epicenter no matter what. The wolves were ridiculous because they were exaggerated on purpose. The wolves were the only thing he really knew and understood so it was what he personified as his foe.
Socrates11
Footballguy
Every once in awhile I like to grab an older movie that is deemed a 'classic' to see what all the fuss is about. This time the movie was American Graffiti.
Meh. It had a high novelty factor going for it in that you're watching Opie Cunninghman go back and forth on dating the less interesting chick from Laverne and Shirley, a young Richard Dreyfuss trying to act cool with some lame white boy gang, and Han Solo as some hot rod racer wanna-be with a different girl in his car every time you see him, but all this really wasn't enough to make it very interesting.
A generous 2/5
Meh. It had a high novelty factor going for it in that you're watching Opie Cunninghman go back and forth on dating the less interesting chick from Laverne and Shirley, a young Richard Dreyfuss trying to act cool with some lame white boy gang, and Han Solo as some hot rod racer wanna-be with a different girl in his car every time you see him, but all this really wasn't enough to make it very interesting.
A generous 2/5
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NCCommish
Footballguy
My parents loved it. Say it nailed a time in their lives. I thought it was a mixed bag. Got kind of slow in places.
saintfool
Dead sexy
they were terrific. i saw them a couple of times live even. they got a little more experimental as their body of work grew. the lead singer got the bird flu, i think, and died a couple fo years ago. i'm serious.
Chaka
Footballguy
Do you think this was the honest intention of the filmmakers? Because if the story is taken literally, the eye-rolling moments are off the charts.You do realize it is titled The Grey?I wanted to bump my theory on The Grey. I still stand behind it.I'm okay with that perspective, I don't take it that way myself but it's interesting. I am curious how you reconcile your theory with the after credits scene?My theory is that Liam offed himself that first night he left the mess hall with his rifle. He was able to find peace after killing the pack leader. It didn't matter what direction they were heading because he was going to the epicenter no matter what. The wolves were ridiculous because they were exaggerated on purpose. The wolves were the only thing he really knew and understood so it was what he personified as his foe.
Uruk-Hai
Footballguy
I love it and it was set in the year I was born so it's not one of those "I lived it" movies (I have "Dazed & Confused" for that - which got EVERY detail right for me). Some of the dialogue was bad, as were some of the actors (see also: "Wars,Stars"). But I thought Lucas nailed it with the never-ending background music and the ####'s-happening-all-over-the-place-in-one-night theme. Also, even on the craziest all-nighters, there are slow times.
hooter311
Footballguy
My theory is that Liam offed himself that first night he left the mess hall with his rifle. He was able to find peace after killing the pack leader. It didn't matter what direction they were heading because he was going to the epicenter no matter what. The wolves were ridiculous because they were exaggerated on purpose. The wolves were the only thing he really knew and understood so it was what he personified as his foe.
Do you think this was the honest intention of the filmmakers? Because if the story is taken literally, the eye-rolling moments are off the charts.
cosjobs
Footballguy
I liked it a lot. The title pretty much let you know it was going to be a bit of a romp and not to be taken too seriously. I didn't and had a good time watching it.I thought Seven Psychopaths was pretty enjoyable.
Doesn't take itself too seriously. I've always liked Sam Rockwell. Really, everybody in it is top notch.
JZilla
Footballguy
Pretty fascinating
I felt like there were a lot of unanswered questions but I guess they didn't want to get dirty (like, say, The Imposter) and start digging into the money. Seems to be no question somebody owes him a whole lot of cash (and we all know who it is). The music industry is such a racket.The phony-sounding names of the credited songwriters on the South African release added to the intrigue there, I thought. I don't think there's any question that guy wrote all those songs. In any case, the music itself didn't do much for me, pretty standard early-70's Cat Stevens type fare.
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Good Posting Judge
Footballguy
Hollywood not keeping a good "lid" on things this year. 
saintfool
Dead sexy
watched "mona lisa" with bob hoskins last night. it's evident that this was made in the 80's but it's still an interesting (but flawed) film. hoskins is always a delight to watch but toss in a few scenes with robbie coltrane and michael caine for good measure. neil jordan directed this film about a petty criminal who becomes involved with a high class prostitute that he has been asked to drive.
jdoggydogg
Footballguy
I remember liking this movie.
cstu
Footballguy
He could only make the Kessel run in 13 parsecs back then.
jdoggydogg
Footballguy
Zero Dark Thirty
Torture scenes were cliche five years ago.
That said, this is probably the best movie I saw from 2012 not named Moonlight Kingdom.
Torture scenes were cliche five years ago.
That said, this is probably the best movie I saw from 2012 not named Moonlight Kingdom.
Shermanator
Footballguy
We rented the latest Dark Knight last night. Gotta say I thought it was a snoozefest. Its like a 3 hour movie that should have been 2 hours. I may be in the minority but I didnt care for it at all. 2/5 (Got a 2 not 1 because that Bat thing was cool)
cosjobs
Footballguy
A really good, predictable film of the genre. I went in with low expectations since the critics pretty much panned it, but I had a good time.I was disappointed in Penn, tho. I think he could have done more with a little restraint. And htf can a woman like Blount go for that crap?Saw this yesterdayA bit predictable, but fun nonetheless'snogger said:Went and watched Gangster Squad yesterday.. Captured the era very well and some of the best cinematography I've seen in awhile.. The 2 hours went flying by..Very much worth the price of admission!
wikkidpissah
Footballguy
Finally saw Moonrise Kingdom - absolutely charming central story & characters ruined by Anderson willful weirdness & stagy storyboarding.
biggamer3
Footballguy
This film serves as a good reminder that not so long ago there was no internet and nobody knew how to find out jack #### about anything. There will never be another story like this one.
As much as I loved this doc/story, i was really peeved about a few HUGE omissions by the filmmakers in order to strengthen their story. After researching a bit about Sixto, i found out that in the late 70's he performed concerts in Australia in many different ventures (apparently his CD spread to other countries besides for South Africa) and his concerts there reportedly outdrew Paul McCartney concerts with one estimate saying he drew 18K fans.The filmmakers obviously knew about these concerts when they made their research and failed to mention this since the version of the story where he hangs it up for good after 1972 and comes back to huge audience applause for the first time in his life in 1997 is a much greater story, but that is not the truth and it bothers me a bit. there was still over a 15 year gap between the Aussie concerts and the South African ones so it was still moving to Sixto for sure, but he had been through an international lovefest once before.
jdoggydogg
Footballguy
We agree on a movie?
wikkidpissah
Footballguy
wikkid, "ruined". jdogg, "best of '12". for us, that's an agreementWe agree on a movie?
El Floppo
Footballguy
wikkid, "ruined". jdogg, "best of '12". for us, that's an agreementWe agree on a movie?
jdoggydogg
Footballguy
I'll take what I can get.wikkid, "ruined". jdogg, "best of '12". for us, that's an agreementWe agree on a movie?
Kenny Powers
Footballguy
'wikkidpissah said:wikkid, "ruined". jdogg, "best of '12". for us, that's an agreement'jdoggydogg said:We agree on a movie?
money.never.sleeps
Footballguy
to be fair.. the torture scenes are from 5 years ago so..'jdoggydogg said:
I liked the movie but it just wasnt very inspiring in terms of greatness.. I felt the lead actress was a bit to obnoxious and over the top take no prisoners attitude.(course she just won
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jdoggydogg
Footballguy
I'm saying that a torture scene adds absolutely nothing to a movie. It's like vomit scenes. Find something original to keep my interest.to be fair.. the torture scenes are from 5 years ago so..'jdoggydogg said:
(course she just won
money.never.sleeps
Footballguy
yea, I meant the whole movie was just kind blah.. I liked it but eh.. I thought Gjango was much better.Im going to watch Argo in a minute
Good Posting Judge
Footballguy
Silver Linings Playbook stunk. And I love hot chicks dancing, and crazy people, and gambling on sports. And David O. Russell! One star out of five.The torture scenes in ZDT are a key plot-point. Of course, by all accounts they don't accurately depict what happened, but for the story that was told, I think they have to be in there.Here is my ranking of the best picture nominees (yet to see Life of Pi, Amour, or Beasts of the Southern Wild):ArgoLincolnZero Dark ThirtyLes MiserablesDjango UnchainedAir Bud: Golden ReceiverSilver Linings Playbook
bonesman
Footballguy
This film serves as a good reminder that not so long ago there was no internet and nobody knew how to find out jack #### about anything. There will never be another story like this one.
As much as I loved this doc/story, i was really peeved about a few HUGE omissions by the filmmakers in order to strengthen their story. After researching a bit about Sixto, i found out that in the late 70's he performed concerts in Australia in many different ventures (apparently his CD spread to other countries besides for South Africa) and his concerts there reportedly outdrew Paul McCartney concerts with one estimate saying he drew 18K fans.The filmmakers obviously knew about these concerts when they made their research and failed to mention this since the version of the story where he hangs it up for good after 1972 and comes back to huge audience applause for the first time in his life in 1997 is a much greater story, but that is not the truth and it bothers me a bit. there was still over a 15 year gap between the Aussie concerts and the South African ones so it was still moving to Sixto for sure, but he had been through an international lovefest once before.
That kinda sucks. You have the article or whatever that talks about the draws? He did well enough in 79 to be asked back in 81 to open up for Midnight Oil (and have a live album made) in OZ, but I haven't came across anything about the specific venues.
KarmaPolice
Footballguy
Do you think this was the honest intention of the filmmakers? Because if the story is taken literally, the eye-rolling moments are off the charts.You do realize it is titled The Grey?I wanted to bump my theory on The Grey. I still stand behind it.I am mostly on board with this. One too many flashbacks to his wife and a lot of moments had a dreamlike quality not to start thinking on these lines.My theory is that Liam offed himself that first night he left the mess hall with his rifle. He was able to find peace after killing the pack leader. It didn't matter what direction they were heading because he was going to the epicenter no matter what. The wolves were ridiculous because they were exaggerated on purpose. The wolves were the only thing he really knew and understood so it was what he personified as his foe.
KarmaPolice
Footballguy
Obnoxious and over the top was my take on Bigelow's last movie. I am in no rush to see ZD30, but I do keep hearing that it's a bit better than Hurt Locker.to be fair.. the torture scenes are from 5 years ago so..'jdoggydogg said:
(course she just won
KarmaPolice
Footballguy
Oh yeah - Happy 600th page, everybody !!! 
36th Chamber
Footballguy
Amazingly lame format guy
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jdoggydogg
Footballguy
Oh yeah - Happy 600th page, everybody !!!
Cliff Clavin
Footballguy
Seven Psychopaths: Had no idea what to expect going in. Loved the cast. Movie was different and entertaining. 4/5
biggamer3
Footballguy
As much as I loved this doc/story, i was really peeved about a few HUGE omissions by the filmmakers in order to strengthen their story. After researching a bit about Sixto, i found out that in the late 70's he performed concerts in Australia in many different ventures (apparently his CD spread to other countries besides for South Africa) and his concerts there reportedly outdrew Paul McCartney concerts with one estimate saying he drew 18K fans.The filmmakers obviously knew about these concerts when they made their research and failed to mention this since the version of the story where he hangs it up for good after 1972 and comes back to huge audience applause for the first time in his life in 1997 is a much greater story, but that is not the truth and it bothers me a bit. there was still over a 15 year gap between the Aussie concerts and the South African ones so it was still moving to Sixto for sure, but he had been through an international lovefest once before.
That kinda sucks. You have the article or whatever that talks about the draws? He did well enough in 79 to be asked back in 81 to open up for Midnight Oil (and have a live album made) in OZ, but I haven't came across anything about the specific venues.
Here ya go sir,I guess it was 15K and not sure where i got the Paul Mccartney thing from, maybe it was Rod Stewart and he came close to Stewarts audience.http://sugarman.org/alive.html#sleeve"In March, 1979, Sixto Rodriguez played before almost 15,000 enraptured devotees in the city of Sydney. In the same month, Rod Stewart drew barely 18,000 in the same city. Stewart strutted his stuff amid a sea of film clips, hit singles and press revelations of his love life. Rodriguez, on the other hand, slid into the country with just his guitar, a file of songs mostly ten years old and a fierce cult following which both delighted and frightened him. There was not even a recent photograph of the man available to publicise his arrival.The strange and mesmerising held which this shy Mexican-American exerted over some 40,000 Australians, is a phenomenon quite without precedent. It began at the close of the sixties with an album on the small independent American label, Sussex Records."
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