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[The Hank]

Red Box'd a few movies

Captain America actually was pretty good, really enjoyed that film; I think the Avengers will be quite excellent

X-MEN: First Class was enjoyable as well, never saw much of the actual moves (bits and pieces) but the wife and I thought this was well done

Got the following on Blu-Ray for Xmas



Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides : My expectations were very low, considering the last one was a disappointment, but it was better than expected. Still doesnt hold a candle to the 1st one... Ending predictable and typical hollywood. Good popcorn flick

 

[jdoggydogg]

Red Box'd a few movies

Captain America actually was pretty good, really enjoyed that film; I think the Avengers will be quite excellent

X-MEN: First Class was enjoyable as well, never saw much of the actual moves (bits and pieces) but the wife and I thought this was well done

These were both fun, although I'd rank X-Men above Captain America.

 

[jdoggydogg]

General Malaise just mocked me in the Lady Gaga thread, and it's so dead-on, I had to re-post it here:

Jdoggydogg reviews Garfield 3 - Lunchmeat Lasagna

Well, it wasn't Godfather by any means, but I thought the action was sufficient, the acting proficient and the cinematography was simply breathtaking. Will it win an Oscar? It's not likely, but it certainly earned my two thumbs up.

 

[Mr. Mojo]

Red Box'd a few movies

Captain America actually was pretty good, really enjoyed that film; I think the Avengers will be quite excellent

X-MEN: First Class was enjoyable as well, never saw much of the actual moves (bits and pieces) but the wife and I thought this was well done

These were both fun, although I'd rank X-Men above Captain America.

Definitely agree with that - thought Captain America was dull.Finally saw Cowboys and Aliens.

It's not the greatest sci fi movie but it's definitely entertaining. Daniel Craig makes a cool tough guy.

I think the expectations were so high, people expected another Star Wars and were disappointed.

 

[Chaka]

Red Box'd a few movies

Captain America actually was pretty good, really enjoyed that film; I think the Avengers will be quite excellent

X-MEN: First Class was enjoyable as well, never saw much of the actual moves (bits and pieces) but the wife and I thought this was well done

These were both fun, although I'd rank X-Men above Captain America.

Definitely agree with that - thought Captain America was dull.Finally saw Cowboys and Aliens.

It's not the greatest sci fi movie but it's definitely entertaining. Daniel Craig makes a cool tough guy.

I think the expectations were so high, people expected another Star Wars and were disappointed.

I don't think anyone had that expectation.

 

[Instinctive]

Red Box'd a few movies

Captain America actually was pretty good, really enjoyed that film; I think the Avengers will be quite excellent

X-MEN: First Class was enjoyable as well, never saw much of the actual moves (bits and pieces) but the wife and I thought this was well done

These were both fun, although I'd rank X-Men above Captain America.

Definitely agree with that - thought Captain America was dull.Finally saw Cowboys and Aliens.

It's not the greatest sci fi movie but it's definitely entertaining. Daniel Craig makes a cool tough guy.

I think the expectations were so high, people expected another Star Wars and were disappointed.

I don't think anyone had that expectation.

My expectations for a movie called Cowboys and Aliens were so low that I was pleasantly surprised by it. Also, naked Olivia Wilde gets a thumbs up in pretty much any context.

 

[Kenny Powers]

Red Box'd a few movies

Captain America actually was pretty good, really enjoyed that film; I think the Avengers will be quite excellent

X-MEN: First Class was enjoyable as well, never saw much of the actual moves (bits and pieces) but the wife and I thought this was well done

These were both fun, although I'd rank X-Men above Captain America.

Definitely agree with that - thought Captain America was dull.Finally saw Cowboys and Aliens.

It's not the greatest sci fi movie but it's definitely entertaining. Daniel Craig makes a cool tough guy.

I think the expectations were so high, people expected another Star Wars and were disappointed.

I don't think anyone had that expectation.

My expectations for a movie called Cowboys and Aliens were so low that I was pleasantly surprised by it. Also, naked Olivia Wilde gets a thumbs up in pretty much any context.

Does she show anything though?

 

[Instinctive]

Red Box'd a few movies

Captain America actually was pretty good, really enjoyed that film; I think the Avengers will be quite excellent

X-MEN: First Class was enjoyable as well, never saw much of the actual moves (bits and pieces) but the wife and I thought this was well done

These were both fun, although I'd rank X-Men above Captain America.

Definitely agree with that - thought Captain America was dull.Finally saw Cowboys and Aliens.

It's not the greatest sci fi movie but it's definitely entertaining. Daniel Craig makes a cool tough guy.

I think the expectations were so high, people expected another Star Wars and were disappointed.

I don't think anyone had that expectation.

My expectations for a movie called Cowboys and Aliens were so low that I was pleasantly surprised by it. Also, naked Olivia Wilde gets a thumbs up in pretty much any context.

Does she show anything though?

Nah, not really :sad: But you get the idea pretty well

 

[jdoggydogg]

Red Box'd a few movies

Captain America actually was pretty good, really enjoyed that film; I think the Avengers will be quite excellent

X-MEN: First Class was enjoyable as well, never saw much of the actual moves (bits and pieces) but the wife and I thought this was well done

These were both fun, although I'd rank X-Men above Captain America.

Definitely agree with that - thought Captain America was dull.Finally saw Cowboys and Aliens.

It's not the greatest sci fi movie but it's definitely entertaining. Daniel Craig makes a cool tough guy.

I think the expectations were so high, people expected another Star Wars and were disappointed.

On one had, the movie looks terrible to me. On the other hand, I liked what Favreau did with the Iron Man franchise. I will probably give it a shot when it comes to HBO.

 

[Kenny Powers]

Red Box'd a few movies

Captain America actually was pretty good, really enjoyed that film; I think the Avengers will be quite excellent

X-MEN: First Class was enjoyable as well, never saw much of the actual moves (bits and pieces) but the wife and I thought this was well done

These were both fun, although I'd rank X-Men above Captain America.

Definitely agree with that - thought Captain America was dull.Finally saw Cowboys and Aliens.

It's not the greatest sci fi movie but it's definitely entertaining. Daniel Craig makes a cool tough guy.

I think the expectations were so high, people expected another Star Wars and were disappointed.

On one had, the movie looks terrible to me. On the other hand, I liked what Favreau did with the Iron Man franchise. I will probably give it a shot when it comes to HBO.

I havent seen it yet either, but I'll give it a shot as well. Besides the Iron Man movies, the only other movies he's directed have been Made (not as good as Swingers, but..), Elf, and Zathura (underrated kids movie)....So while I dont see him getting nominated for best director anytime soon, he has a solid resume and all of his movies have been entertaining.

 

[cosjobs]

Red Box'd a few movies

Captain America actually was pretty good, really enjoyed that film; I think the Avengers will be quite excellent

X-MEN: First Class was enjoyable as well, never saw much of the actual moves (bits and pieces) but the wife and I thought this was well done

These were both fun, although I'd rank X-Men above Captain America.

Definitely agree with that - thought Captain America was dull.Finally saw Cowboys and Aliens.

It's not the greatest sci fi movie but it's definitely entertaining. Daniel Craig makes a cool tough guy.

I think the expectations were so high, people expected another Star Wars and were disappointed.

I don't think anyone had that expectation.

My expectations for a movie called Cowboys and Aliens were so low that I was pleasantly surprised by it. Also, naked Olivia Wilde gets a thumbs up in pretty much any context.

About the only way I'd give this turd of a movie thumbs up, is if my thumb was actually up Olivia Wilde.

 

[Dr. Awesome]

Just watched The Woman. If you're a horror fan you need to watch this. It's utterly fantastic. Sick, twisted, disturbing, and funny.

 

[Kenny Powers]

Just watched The Woman. If you're a horror fan you need to watch this. It's utterly fantastic. Sick, twisted, disturbing, and funny.

Feral women? IN.

 

[jdoggydogg]

Red Box'd a few movies

Captain America actually was pretty good, really enjoyed that film; I think the Avengers will be quite excellent

X-MEN: First Class was enjoyable as well, never saw much of the actual moves (bits and pieces) but the wife and I thought this was well done

These were both fun, although I'd rank X-Men above Captain America.

Definitely agree with that - thought Captain America was dull.Finally saw Cowboys and Aliens.

It's not the greatest sci fi movie but it's definitely entertaining. Daniel Craig makes a cool tough guy.

I think the expectations were so high, people expected another Star Wars and were disappointed.

On one had, the movie looks terrible to me. On the other hand, I liked what Favreau did with the Iron Man franchise. I will probably give it a shot when it comes to HBO.

I havent seen it yet either, but I'll give it a shot as well. Besides the Iron Man movies, the only other movies he's directed have been Made (not as good as Swingers, but..), Elf, and Zathura (underrated kids movie)....So while I dont see him getting nominated for best director anytime soon, he has a solid resume and all of his movies have been entertaining.

Made is a movie I enjoyed more the second time than the first time.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

I celebrate all 3 of the Bourne movies. There, I said it.Maybe because I have a snub nose like Damon. Just got them on Blue Ray. Sue me.

Is this a known problem? I thought everyone liked those movies.

 

[snogger]

I celebrate all 3 of the Bourne movies. There, I said it.Maybe because I have a snub nose like Damon. Just got them on Blue Ray. Sue me.

Is this a known problem? I thought everyone liked those movies.

 

[hooter311]

General Malaise just mocked me in the Lady Gaga thread, and it's so dead-on, I had to re-post it here:

Jdoggydogg reviews Garfield 3 - Lunchmeat Lasagna

Well, it wasn't Godfather by any means, but I thought the action was sufficient, the acting proficient and the cinematography was simply breathtaking. Will it win an Oscar? It's not likely, but it certainly earned my two thumbs up.

If you are going to be mocked, there is nobody better to do it.

 

[Chaka]

Red Box'd a few movies

Captain America actually was pretty good, really enjoyed that film; I think the Avengers will be quite excellent

X-MEN: First Class was enjoyable as well, never saw much of the actual moves (bits and pieces) but the wife and I thought this was well done

These were both fun, although I'd rank X-Men above Captain America.

Definitely agree with that - thought Captain America was dull.Finally saw Cowboys and Aliens.

It's not the greatest sci fi movie but it's definitely entertaining. Daniel Craig makes a cool tough guy.

I think the expectations were so high, people expected another Star Wars and were disappointed.

On one had, the movie looks terrible to me. On the other hand, I liked what Favreau did with the Iron Man franchise. I will probably give it a shot when it comes to HBO.

I havent seen it yet either, but I'll give it a shot as well. Besides the Iron Man movies, the only other movies he's directed have been Made (not as good as Swingers, but..), Elf, and Zathura (underrated kids movie)....So while I dont see him getting nominated for best director anytime soon, he has a solid resume and all of his movies have been entertaining.

Made is a movie I enjoyed more the second time than the first time.

Agreed. Saw it in the theaters back in 2001 and thought it was meh, watched it again in 2011 and thoroughly enjoyed it. Vaughn was terrific and so very frustratingly annoying.

 

[hooter311]

Red Box'd a few movies

Captain America actually was pretty good, really enjoyed that film; I think the Avengers will be quite excellent

X-MEN: First Class was enjoyable as well, never saw much of the actual moves (bits and pieces) but the wife and I thought this was well done

These were both fun, although I'd rank X-Men above Captain America.

Definitely agree with that - thought Captain America was dull.Finally saw Cowboys and Aliens.

It's not the greatest sci fi movie but it's definitely entertaining. Daniel Craig makes a cool tough guy.

I think the expectations were so high, people expected another Star Wars and were disappointed.

On one had, the movie looks terrible to me. On the other hand, I liked what Favreau did with the Iron Man franchise. I will probably give it a shot when it comes to HBO.

I havent seen it yet either, but I'll give it a shot as well. Besides the Iron Man movies, the only other movies he's directed have been Made (not as good as Swingers, but..), Elf, and Zathura (underrated kids movie)....So while I dont see him getting nominated for best director anytime soon, he has a solid resume and all of his movies have been entertaining.

Made is a movie I enjoyed more the second time than the first time.

Agreed. Saw it in the theaters back in 2001 and thought it was meh, watched it again in 2011 and thoroughly enjoyed it. Vaughn was terrific and so very frustratingly annoying.

If you are not in the right move you will absolutely loathe this film. One of the most irritating performances of all time. And one that I adore.

 

[hooter311]

Moneyball

The best baseball movie ever made. Pitt absolutely nails Beane. I actually didn't hate Jonah Hill in a movie for once. I could let the fact that he was basically a made of character bother me, but I won't. I'll still watch Major League more, but this one is going on the shelf. My favorite film of 2011 so far.

4.5/5

 

[Mr. Mojo]

Red Box'd a few movies

Captain America actually was pretty good, really enjoyed that film; I think the Avengers will be quite excellent

X-MEN: First Class was enjoyable as well, never saw much of the actual moves (bits and pieces) but the wife and I thought this was well done

These were both fun, although I'd rank X-Men above Captain America.

Definitely agree with that - thought Captain America was dull.Finally saw Cowboys and Aliens.

It's not the greatest sci fi movie but it's definitely entertaining. Daniel Craig makes a cool tough guy.

I think the expectations were so high, people expected another Star Wars and were disappointed.

I don't think anyone had that expectation.

I don't think you speak for everyone.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

The Battleship Potempkin

Not exactly fun to watch, but I can see why it's regarded so highly. Some great camerawork in the shootout on the steps scene.

 

[Mr. Mojo]

I celebrate all 3 of the Bourne movies. There, I said it.Maybe because I have a snub nose like Damon. Just got them on Blue Ray. Sue me.

Is this a known problem? I thought everyone liked those movies.

I thought the first Bourne movie was excellent.But the next one declined a bit and the third declined even more.. In the third one, when he's in the vehicle that falls off a building onto a roof in a lower building and he immediately jumps up and runs away, unbelievability had completely taken over.

 

[Chaka]

Red Box'd a few movies

Captain America actually was pretty good, really enjoyed that film; I think the Avengers will be quite excellent

X-MEN: First Class was enjoyable as well, never saw much of the actual moves (bits and pieces) but the wife and I thought this was well done

These were both fun, although I'd rank X-Men above Captain America.

Definitely agree with that - thought Captain America was dull.Finally saw Cowboys and Aliens.

It's not the greatest sci fi movie but it's definitely entertaining. Daniel Craig makes a cool tough guy.

I think the expectations were so high, people expected another Star Wars and were disappointed.

I don't think anyone had that expectation.

I don't think you speak for everyone.

Don't take my word for it, ask around.

 

[saintfool]

The Battleship Potempkin

Not exactly fun to watch, but I can see why it's regarded so highly. Some great camerawork in the shootout on the steps scene.

it's more an important film than a good film. i'm surprised you cranked up the WABAC machine for this and, given your preferences, you gave it such a positive review.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

The Battleship Potempkin

Not exactly fun to watch, but I can see why it's regarded so highly. Some great camerawork in the shootout on the steps scene.

it's more an important film than a good film. i'm surprised you cranked up the WABAC machine for this and, given your preferences, you gave it such a positive review.

It was short and I wanted to watch something before I went to sleep. I've actually liked several silent films now - "M", "Metropolis", and "Battleship Potempkin" are all worth watching.

 

[saintfool]

It was short and I wanted to watch something before I went to sleep. I've actually liked several silent films now - "M", "Metropolis", and "Battleship Potempkin" are all worth watching.

i like "m" a lot. lorre gives a terrific performance in it.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

It was short and I wanted to watch something before I went to sleep. I've actually liked several silent films now - "M", "Metropolis", and "Battleship Potempkin" are all worth watching.

i like "m" a lot. lorre gives a terrific performance in it.

He does. The think that I liked was the editing in that it showed the criminals and the police aren't all that far apart in method or motivation.

 

[jdoggydogg]

I celebrate all 3 of the Bourne movies. There, I said it.Maybe because I have a snub nose like Damon. Just got them on Blue Ray. Sue me.

Is this a known problem? I thought everyone liked those movies.

Yeah, amongst action fans, we pretty much like these movies universally.

 

[jdoggydogg]

General Malaise just mocked me in the Lady Gaga thread, and it's so dead-on, I had to re-post it here:

Jdoggydogg reviews Garfield 3 - Lunchmeat Lasagna

Well, it wasn't Godfather by any means, but I thought the action was sufficient, the acting proficient and the cinematography was simply breathtaking. Will it win an Oscar? It's not likely, but it certainly earned my two thumbs up.

If you are going to be mocked, there is nobody better to do it.

 

[jdoggydogg]

General Malaise just mocked me in the Lady Gaga thread, and it's so dead-on, I had to re-post it here:

Jdoggydogg reviews Garfield 3 - Lunchmeat Lasagna

Well, it wasn't Godfather by any means, but I thought the action was sufficient, the acting proficient and the cinematography was simply breathtaking. Will it win an Oscar? It's not likely, but it certainly earned my two thumbs up.

If you are going to be mocked, there is nobody better to do it.

 

[jdoggydogg]

Red Box'd a few movies

Captain America actually was pretty good, really enjoyed that film; I think the Avengers will be quite excellent

X-MEN: First Class was enjoyable as well, never saw much of the actual moves (bits and pieces) but the wife and I thought this was well done

These were both fun, although I'd rank X-Men above Captain America.

Definitely agree with that - thought Captain America was dull.Finally saw Cowboys and Aliens.

It's not the greatest sci fi movie but it's definitely entertaining. Daniel Craig makes a cool tough guy.

I think the expectations were so high, people expected another Star Wars and were disappointed.

On one had, the movie looks terrible to me. On the other hand, I liked what Favreau did with the Iron Man franchise. I will probably give it a shot when it comes to HBO.

I havent seen it yet either, but I'll give it a shot as well. Besides the Iron Man movies, the only other movies he's directed have been Made (not as good as Swingers, but..), Elf, and Zathura (underrated kids movie)....So while I dont see him getting nominated for best director anytime soon, he has a solid resume and all of his movies have been entertaining.

Made is a movie I enjoyed more the second time than the first time.

Agreed. Saw it in the theaters back in 2001 and thought it was meh, watched it again in 2011 and thoroughly enjoyed it. Vaughn was terrific and so very frustratingly annoying.

I remember seeing it the first time and not enjoying it because Vaughn's character was such a jerk. But the second time, the comic timing with the two protagonists really sunk in and I thought it was clever.

 

[cstu]

Moneyball

The best baseball movie ever made. Pitt absolutely nails Beane. I actually didn't hate Jonah Hill in a movie for once. I could let the fact that he was basically a made of character bother me, but I won't. I'll still watch Major League more, but this one is going on the shelf. My favorite film of 2011 so far.

4.5/5

Wasn't really a baseball movie IMO and more a Beane biopic. I really liked it and didn't expect to.

 

[Apes with Guns]

I just watched Black Death. Not a bad flick, but the ending is very depressing.

 

[hooter311]

Moneyball

The best baseball movie ever made. Pitt absolutely nails Beane. I actually didn't hate Jonah Hill in a movie for once. I could let the fact that he was basically a made of character bother me, but I won't. I'll still watch Major League more, but this one is going on the shelf. My favorite film of 2011 so far.

4.5/5

Wasn't really a baseball movie IMO and more a Beane biopic. I really liked it and didn't expect to.

True, but it captured the atmosphere of baseball so well that I think it stands as a sports movie. This actually made me laugh more than most comedies. Some of the guys I couldn't tell if they were actors or guys playing themselves.I read an article I think in Maxim not too long ago about Beane's new obsession being Soccer and he is doing a lot of consulting work for European leagues right now. The level that they were able to combine economics and sports was just phenomenal. I thought I had a pretty good handle on Moneyball theory before the film but I really need to finally sit down and read this book.

 

[jdoggydogg]

Wes Anderson fans will want to heck out his new trailer.

Looks good.

 

[Kenny Powers]

I just watched Black Death. Not a bad flick, but the ending is very depressing.

Thought this was pretty bad personally. I rarely give movies on netflix less than 3/5 because its not like I watch movies I dont want to in the first place, and this got a 2/5.

 

[saintfool]

Wes Anderson fans will want to heck out his new trailer.

Looks good.

pretty geeked out by this is.

 

[jdoggydogg]

Wes Anderson fans will want to heck out his new trailer.

Looks good.

pretty geeked out by this is.

Same here. Looks funny.

 

[Apple Jack]

Wes Anderson fans will want to heck out his new trailer.

Looks good.

pretty geeked out by this is.

Same here. Looks funny.

Thought we might see him start to branch out from his brand, but instead he doubles down. Either way, definitely looking forward to it.

 

[jdoggydogg]

Wes Anderson fans will want to heck out his new trailer.

Looks good.

pretty geeked out by this is.

Same here. Looks funny.

Thought we might see him start to branch out from his brand, but instead he doubles down. Either way, definitely looking forward to it.

I don't think Wes Anderson's going to deviate from his comfort zone any time soon.

 

[Leeroy Jenkins]

Rise of the Planet of the Apes

This was surprisingly good. The first 20 minutes or so were a little cheesy or rushed to me, but once Caesar was home, i really began to enjoy it. By mid film you are invested in Caesar as a character, as if he was human and not some cgi. Really well done. 4/5

Question: how did this movie differ and /or intergrate the original planet of the apes (not walberg version)? Also, what is significance, if any, of the number 1228?

 

[Chaka]

Contagion - I can understand why people didn't like this film. The pacing was slow and overall, while a global pandemic was occurring, there wasn't a whole lot of tension. But I think it felt honest. It felt the way something like this would go down in reality, and reality is generally boring. While I liked it I simply don't buy the ultimate explanation for the outbreak, everything I know about virus transmission tells me that their explanation is pretty much impossible, at least the way they define it early in the film.

I think it's worth watching but that is probably more as a PSA than anything else, it is not a strong recommendation.

 

[Time Kibitzer]

Never seen Leon: The Professional before, anyone know what's the best version of the film to see on the first go? The theatrical version is 110 minutes, International version is 136 minutes, and the Directors Cut is 133 minutes.

International.

Thanks

Ended up seeing this today. And I gotta say, I'm really surprised at the acclaim that this film has received, as I thought it was an absolute trainwreck from start to finish. Just 2+ hours of over the top, over acted stupidity. Besson is to subtlety as pizza is to vegetable. I've come to the conclusion that Besson is just a terrible director, and an even worse screenwriter. Watching a Besson film is like watching Idiocracy except in different settings. Literally every single minor character in the film is a complete imbecile. Every. Single. One. And it's pretty hard to believe Leon as this ultra skilled hitman the way he acts like Mr. Bean all the time. The only redeemable thing in the whole film was Natalie Portman's performance, which I actually thought was one of her best performances I've ever seen. I also thought Oldman did fairly well considering how poorly written his character was. After seeing this and The 5th Element I can't imagine ever giving another Besson film a try. After reading through this thread though, pretty well everyone loved it except for El Floppo who was called "uppity" for his criticism. I guess El Floppo now has some company

 

[jdoggydogg]

Rise of the Planet of the ApesThis was surprisingly good. The first 20 minutes or so were a little cheesy or rushed to me, but once Caesar was home, i really began to enjoy it. By mid film you are invested in Caesar as a character, as if he was human and not some cgi. Really well done. 4/5Question: how did this movie differ and /or intergrate the original planet of the apes (not walberg version)? Also, what is significance, if any, of the number 1228?

Haven't seen the original in a long time, though Rise is not based on the original, it's based on one of the sequels.

 

[jdoggydogg]

Never seen Leon: The Professional before, anyone know what's the best version of the film to see on the first go? The theatrical version is 110 minutes, International version is 136 minutes, and the Directors Cut is 133 minutes.

International.

Thanks

Ended up seeing this today. And I gotta say, I'm really surprised at the acclaim that this film has received, as I thought it was an absolute trainwreck from start to finish. Just 2+ hours of over the top, over acted stupidity. Besson is to subtlety as pizza is to vegetable. I've come to the conclusion that Besson is just a terrible director, and an even worse screenwriter. Watching a Besson film is like watching Idiocracy except in different settings. Literally every single minor character in the film is a complete imbecile. Every. Single. One. And it's pretty hard to believe Leon as this ultra skilled hitman the way he acts like Mr. Bean all the time. The only redeemable thing in the whole film was Natalie Portman's performance, which I actually thought was one of her best performances I've ever seen. I also thought Oldman did fairly well considering how poorly written his character was. After seeing this and The 5th Element I can't imagine ever giving another Besson film a try. After reading through this thread though, pretty well everyone loved it except for El Floppo who was called "uppity" for his criticism. I guess El Floppo now has some company

I love The Professional. It's one of my all time sentimental favorites

 

[Time Kibitzer]

Never seen Leon: The Professional before, anyone know what's the best version of the film to see on the first go? The theatrical version is 110 minutes, International version is 136 minutes, and the Directors Cut is 133 minutes.

International.

Thanks

Ended up seeing this today. And I gotta say, I'm really surprised at the acclaim that this film has received, as I thought it was an absolute trainwreck from start to finish. Just 2+ hours of over the top, over acted stupidity. Besson is to subtlety as pizza is to vegetable. I've come to the conclusion that Besson is just a terrible director, and an even worse screenwriter. Watching a Besson film is like watching Idiocracy except in different settings. Literally every single minor character in the film is a complete imbecile. Every. Single. One. And it's pretty hard to believe Leon as this ultra skilled hitman the way he acts like Mr. Bean all the time. The only redeemable thing in the whole film was Natalie Portman's performance, which I actually thought was one of her best performances I've ever seen. I also thought Oldman did fairly well considering how poorly written his character was. After seeing this and The 5th Element I can't imagine ever giving another Besson film a try. After reading through this thread though, pretty well everyone loved it except for El Floppo who was called "uppity" for his criticism. I guess El Floppo now has some company

I love The Professional. It's one of my all time sentimental favorites

All I can say is I can't imagine why. Although apparently most everyone else can. I'm straight shuked about this to be honest.

 

[jdoggydogg]

Never seen Leon: The Professional before, anyone know what's the best version of the film to see on the first go? The theatrical version is 110 minutes, International version is 136 minutes, and the Directors Cut is 133 minutes.

International.

Thanks

Ended up seeing this today. And I gotta say, I'm really surprised at the acclaim that this film has received, as I thought it was an absolute trainwreck from start to finish. Just 2+ hours of over the top, over acted stupidity. Besson is to subtlety as pizza is to vegetable. I've come to the conclusion that Besson is just a terrible director, and an even worse screenwriter. Watching a Besson film is like watching Idiocracy except in different settings. Literally every single minor character in the film is a complete imbecile. Every. Single. One. And it's pretty hard to believe Leon as this ultra skilled hitman the way he acts like Mr. Bean all the time. The only redeemable thing in the whole film was Natalie Portman's performance, which I actually thought was one of her best performances I've ever seen. I also thought Oldman did fairly well considering how poorly written his character was. After seeing this and The 5th Element I can't imagine ever giving another Besson film a try. After reading through this thread though, pretty well everyone loved it except for El Floppo who was called "uppity" for his criticism. I guess El Floppo now has some company

I love The Professional. It's one of my all time sentimental favorites

All I can say is I can't imagine why. Although apparently most everyone else can. I'm straight shuked about this to be honest.

I'm not much of a Besson fan. But this movie works. Portman's awesome. Reno's awesome. Oldman's awesome.

 

[Time Kibitzer]

Never seen Leon: The Professional before, anyone know what's the best version of the film to see on the first go? The theatrical version is 110 minutes, International version is 136 minutes, and the Directors Cut is 133 minutes.

International.

Thanks

Ended up seeing this today. And I gotta say, I'm really surprised at the acclaim that this film has received, as I thought it was an absolute trainwreck from start to finish. Just 2+ hours of over the top, over acted stupidity. Besson is to subtlety as pizza is to vegetable. I've come to the conclusion that Besson is just a terrible director, and an even worse screenwriter. Watching a Besson film is like watching Idiocracy except in different settings. Literally every single minor character in the film is a complete imbecile. Every. Single. One. And it's pretty hard to believe Leon as this ultra skilled hitman the way he acts like Mr. Bean all the time. The only redeemable thing in the whole film was Natalie Portman's performance, which I actually thought was one of her best performances I've ever seen. I also thought Oldman did fairly well considering how poorly written his character was. After seeing this and The 5th Element I can't imagine ever giving another Besson film a try. After reading through this thread though, pretty well everyone loved it except for El Floppo who was called "uppity" for his criticism. I guess El Floppo now has some company

I love The Professional. It's one of my all time sentimental favorites

All I can say is I can't imagine why. Although apparently most everyone else can. I'm straight shuked about this to be honest.

I'm not much of a Besson fan. But this movie works. Portman's awesome. Reno's awesome. Oldman's awesome.

I suppose Reno was satisfactory, but I'd of preferred if they got the genuine article Rowan Atkinson for the role.

 

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Rise of the Planet of the ApesThis was surprisingly good. The first 20 minutes or so were a little cheesy or rushed to me, but once Caesar was home, i really began to enjoy it. By mid film you are invested in Caesar as a character, as if he was human and not some cgi. Really well done. 4/5Question: how did this movie differ and /or intergrate the original planet of the apes (not walberg version)? Also, what is significance, if any, of the number 1228?

Haven't seen the original in a long time, though Rise is not based on the original, it's based on one of the sequels.

Yeah, Conquest of the Planet of the Apes.I have Rise at home for this weekend, very psyched. I was a real Planet of the Apes freak when I was a kid. Even loved the TV show. I'm so glad this has gotten such wide ranging praise. I just hope I'm not over-hyping myself for it.