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[jamny]

Wow, Stir of Echoes sucked. I think I put it on and bumped it up my queue because of this thread.

Not good

What did you think of Sixth Sense? They both were released the same year, and I thought Stir of Echoes was the much better film. I can see how maybe you were disappointed, but to think Stir of Echoes sucked? Im not seeing it. Its an above average supernatural thriller, especially based on whats considered average these days. It has solid acting, plenty of tension, and a twist or two that I dont see how anyone can really determine beforehand. I cant say the same about Sixth Sense, or many others in this genre.

I'm a Kevin Bacon fan but I thought that was a pretty generic film. His acting has improved a lot since then. I don't know how you can compare it to The Sixth Sense which at least had a deep thread throughout it. This was nothing special. Maybe when it came out it was.

 

[Kenny Powers]

Wow, Stir of Echoes sucked. I think I put it on and bumped it up my queue because of this thread.

Not good

What did you think of Sixth Sense? They both were released the same year, and I thought Stir of Echoes was the much better film. I can see how maybe you were disappointed, but to think Stir of Echoes sucked? Im not seeing it. Its an above average supernatural thriller, especially based on whats considered average these days. It has solid acting, plenty of tension, and a twist or two that I dont see how anyone can really determine beforehand. I cant say the same about Sixth Sense, or many others in this genre.

I'm a Kevin Bacon fan but I thought that was a pretty generic film. His acting has improved a lot since then. I don't know how you can compare it to The Sixth Sense which at least had a deep thread throughout it. This was nothing special. Maybe when it came out it was.

I only compare it to Sixth Sense because they were both released around the same time. Sixth Sense was highly acclaimed, Stir of Echoes was forgotten from the get go for the most part, but they have similar themes. That, and I figured out the "twist" of Sixth Sense within the first 10 minutes, and to me, that totally ruins a thriller like these ones. I thought Stir of Echoes was very well written. Id agree with you about Bacon's acting overall, but his ability to show this character's fear and wanting to discover the story here I thought was well done.

Dont see how this being almost 15 years old has anything to do with it being special. I wouldnt even call it special, but at the rate hollywood throws out movies, I have a hard time seeing someone who thinks Stir of Echoes sucks. Its much better than most of the movies of this genre that go thru the theaters these days.

 

[Abraham]

The fact that both of those movies were released in 1999 makes me feel ancient. So thanks for that. Stir of echoes is a good film and entertaining IMO. Sixth sense is both entertaining and "new". We take it for granted now that everything has to have a twist, but usual suspects and sixth sense paved the way for that kind of thing. M night shamalamadingdong is still making movies off the glory of that one.

 

[jamny]

Wow, Stir of Echoes sucked. I think I put it on and bumped it up my queue because of this thread.

Not good

What did you think of Sixth Sense? They both were released the same year, and I thought Stir of Echoes was the much better film. I can see how maybe you were disappointed, but to think Stir of Echoes sucked? Im not seeing it. Its an above average supernatural thriller, especially based on whats considered average these days. It has solid acting, plenty of tension, and a twist or two that I dont see how anyone can really determine beforehand. I cant say the same about Sixth Sense, or many others in this genre.

I'm a Kevin Bacon fan but I thought that was a pretty generic film. His acting has improved a lot since then. I don't know how you can compare it to The Sixth Sense which at least had a deep thread throughout it. This was nothing special. Maybe when it came out it was.

I only compare it to Sixth Sense because they were both released around the same time. Sixth Sense was highly acclaimed, Stir of Echoes was forgotten from the get go for the most part, but they have similar themes. That, and I figured out the "twist" of Sixth Sense within the first 10 minutes, and to me, that totally ruins a thriller like these ones. I thought Stir of Echoes was very well written. Id agree with you about Bacon's acting overall, but his ability to show this character's fear and wanting to discover the story here I thought was well done.

Dont see how this being almost 15 years old has anything to do with it being special. I wouldnt even call it special, but at the rate hollywood throws out movies, I have a hard time seeing someone who thinks Stir of Echoes sucks. Its much better than most of the movies of this genre that go thru the theaters these days.

I didn't think there was that much of a twist here but I'll admit to finding out the twist in the Sixth Sense at the exact point I was supposed to. Right when Bruce Willis found out. I don't try to find the twist in movies and love when it hits me like the Sixth Sense did, This one wasn't much of a surprise.

 

[Kenny Powers]

Wow, Stir of Echoes sucked. I think I put it on and bumped it up my queue because of this thread.

Not good

What did you think of Sixth Sense? They both were released the same year, and I thought Stir of Echoes was the much better film. I can see how maybe you were disappointed, but to think Stir of Echoes sucked? Im not seeing it. Its an above average supernatural thriller, especially based on whats considered average these days. It has solid acting, plenty of tension, and a twist or two that I dont see how anyone can really determine beforehand. I cant say the same about Sixth Sense, or many others in this genre.

I'm a Kevin Bacon fan but I thought that was a pretty generic film. His acting has improved a lot since then. I don't know how you can compare it to The Sixth Sense which at least had a deep thread throughout it. This was nothing special. Maybe when it came out it was.

I only compare it to Sixth Sense because they were both released around the same time. Sixth Sense was highly acclaimed, Stir of Echoes was forgotten from the get go for the most part, but they have similar themes. That, and I figured out the "twist" of Sixth Sense within the first 10 minutes, and to me, that totally ruins a thriller like these ones. I thought Stir of Echoes was very well written. Id agree with you about Bacon's acting overall, but his ability to show this character's fear and wanting to discover the story here I thought was well done.

Dont see how this being almost 15 years old has anything to do with it being special. I wouldnt even call it special, but at the rate hollywood throws out movies, I have a hard time seeing someone who thinks Stir of Echoes sucks. Its much better than most of the movies of this genre that go thru the theaters these days.

I didn't think there was that much of a twist here but I'll admit to finding out the twist in the Sixth Sense at the exact point I was supposed to. Right when Bruce Willis found out. I don't try to find the twist in movies and love when it hits me like the Sixth Sense did, This one wasn't much of a surprise.

Well, I guess twist is a word to use loosely, because certainly there are different types. And a surprising twist like you claim with Sixth Sense makes you think its a better film, or at least it does to me when that happens. Now that I think about it, maybe Stir of Echoes isnt really a twist, but more of a unraveling of the past, memories, etc. In that sense, I thought they unraveled it great. Like I said, I can understand if you didnt love it, but to say it sucked I have a hard time agreeing with.

 

[Kenny Powers]

I decided to watch Stir of Echoes again latenight. Its still pretty damn good, IMO.

 

[jdoggydogg]

I decided to watch Stir of Echoes again latenight. Its still pretty damn good, IMO.

Only saw it once, but I remember it being very well made.

 

[jdoggydogg]

3rd Rock From the Sun

I remember loving this series, and it really hold up. John Lithgow is hilarious.

 

[badmojo1006]

My Favorite Year with Peter O'Toole. Never fails to bring a smile to my face

 

[Daywalker]

The Way, Way Back.

Charming cast. Rockwell, Janney and Collette are always superb and they are. Carrell is terrific in a different role for him. But overall the pic is more of a swing and a miss. The tone is a bit off because it's very understated at parts and very silly at others. First 20 minutes were really good and you just wanted this one to be better then it ended up being.

If you like the cast it's worth watching otherwise nothing to rave about.

5.5/10

 

[KarmaPolice]

G.I. Joe: Retaliation-

Was told that this one was 3X better than the first one. While I hated the first one and think that assessment was correct, 3x better than a steamy pile of #### isn't really something you probably want to bother watching either. 4/10

 

[Yankee23Fan]

Caught the Adjustment Bureau last night. Great concept, poor execution.

 

[packersfan]

Two films I watched this weekend:

Devil - This was a lot better than I expected. Sure it's an Agatha Christie rip-off but at least it held my interest throughout, unlike nearly everything M. Night Shyamalan has been involved with since "Signs." I kind of had the old women pegged as being the devil when they got on the elevator but it still was a nice twist at the end. The survivor being the guy who killed Chris Messina's family felt a little tidy at the end but again I enjoyed the film and it kept my interest.

Magic Mike - I've had no interest in watching a movie about male strippers but could not find anything else to watch last night so I figured what the hell. This wasn't a bad film. Cody Horn was pretty bad in her role but the rest of the cast did well. Soderbergh's yellow tint approach was tiresome but Channing Tatum did a good job in the lead role. More topless scenes from Olivia Munn would've been nice but overall this was an enjoyable film and better than I thought it would be.

 

[Kenny Powers]

Two films I watched this weekend:

Devil - This was a lot better than I expected. Sure it's an Agatha Christie rip-off but at least it held my interest throughout, unlike nearly everything M. Night Shyamalan has been involved with since "Signs."

Spoilers down?

I thought it was entertaining as well. Much of that probably has to do with N. Might only producing it and not directing or writing it.

 

[packersfan]

Two films I watched this weekend:

Devil - This was a lot better than I expected. Sure it's an Agatha Christie rip-off but at least it held my interest throughout, unlike nearly everything M. Night Shyamalan has been involved with since "Signs."

Spoilers down?

For a 2-year-old movie? I apologize but I assumed this thread was about discussing the movies, which meant including spoilers and plot descriptions and so forth.

 

[Kenny Powers]

G.I. Joe: Retaliation-

Was told that this one was 3X better than the first one. While I hated the first one and think that assessment was correct, 3x better than a steamy pile of #### isn't really something you probably want to bother watching either. 4/10

I liked it. It was much better than the first one and basically what I wouldve expected the first one to be. No Marlon Wayans is addition by subtraction, and they get rid of all the crazy futuristic weapons, technology, etc. The Rock was born to play Roadblock.

 

[Kenny Powers]

Two films I watched this weekend:

Devil - This was a lot better than I expected. Sure it's an Agatha Christie rip-off but at least it held my interest throughout, unlike nearly everything M. Night Shyamalan has been involved with since "Signs."

Spoilers down?

For a 2-year-old movie? I apologize but I assumed this thread was about discussing the movies, which meant including spoilers and plot descriptions and so forth.

Spoiler

Yes, that is what this for though. 2 years old aint that old

 

[bosoxs45]

Dead Like Me

Great concept/story but kinda sad it only lasted for one season on Showtime.

 

[packersfan]

A Good Day to Die Hard - Watched this last night. Holy crap. This was absolutely horrible. I mean - ridiculously terrible.

The writer's must have thought having Bruce Willis saying "I'm on vacation" was a real hoot. Think he used that line about 15 times.

The movie was beyond terrible - even as just an action movie.

And not one but TWO helicopter attacks. Awful, awful movie.

Does not even fit in the "so bad it's good" or "guilty pleasure" category.

so since I thought #4 was terrible, I should avoid this like the plague?

Unquestionably as I thought the 4th was actually pretty entertaining and fun. This one is neither of those.

Seriously. Don't waste your time.

I didn't think it was very good but I thought it was better than the fourth film.

 

[packersfan]

My Favorite Year with Peter O'Toole. Never fails to bring a smile to my face

Mariel Hemingway

 

[offdee]

Horrible Bosses. Caught it by randomly flipping through Cinemax. Funniest movie I've seen in a prettly long while. Had a number of laugh out loud moments for me.

 

[Payne]

Horrible Bosses. Caught it by randomly flipping through Cinemax. Funniest movie I've seen in a prettly long while. Had a number of laugh out loud moments for me.

And Jennifer looks really good too

 

[BroncoFreak_2K3]

Beware of Mr.Baker. The life and time of Ginger Baker. Dude is an absolute total ####### of a person, but arguably the greatest drummer in rock history. Fascinating biopic. Highly recommend. 8/10.

 

[Diamond]

Dead Like Me

Great concept/story but kinda sad it only lasted for one season on Showtime.

There were 2 seasons and a movie

 

[jdoggydogg]

Saxondale

Ex-roadie now runs a pest control service. Highly recommended to Steve Coogan fans and fans of British comedy.

 

[saintfool]

Saxondale

Ex-roadie now runs a pest control service. Highly recommended to Steve Coogan fans and fans of British comedy.

why the rush? it only took you 2+ years...

 

[jdoggydogg]

Saxondale

Ex-roadie now runs a pest control service. Highly recommended to Steve Coogan fans and fans of British comedy.

why the rush? it only took you 2+ years...

Yeah

I started it up with the wife, but she wasn't into it. We do the majority of our TV watching together, so I just got lazy to watch it on my own. But I am finishing it tonight and am reallly glad about that.

 

[offdee]

Horrible Bosses. Caught it by randomly flipping through Cinemax. Funniest movie I've seen in a prettly long while. Had a number of laugh out loud moments for me.

And Jennifer looks really good too

Smokin' hot.

 

[biggamer3]

Just saw Mud. Really solid flick and a really strong performance by Mcconneghey who is really starting to deliver great performances lately. Only problem for me was that the main kid actor, Ellis wasnt a magnetic presence. usually kids picked in these starring roles are must see's such as Quavenzhenanana Wallis and the kids from Stand By Me. IMO the other kid, Neckbone was a superior actor and I would have liked to see him play the role of Ellis.

Spoiler

Reese Witherspoon was pretty hot in here in her few scenes, though I thought she could have been given some more dialogue.

About the ending, I was unsure of exactly who found Mud, was it the sniper dude or Neckbone's uncle? Also who was that dude sleeping in the boat, and what significance was that?

I also felt that the dad of the man killed was being set up as this big villain, and there was no payoff for that setup, other then him receiving a phone call of another lost son.

 

[cstu]

Scenic Route

Pretty surprised this is only a 6.3 on IMDB since I really liked it - at least a 7.5 for me. Starring Josh Duhamel (from Las Vegas) and Dan Fogler (fat slob guy in movies like Fanboys), it's a psychological survival story with a lot of dialogue. If that's the type of movie you like then you'll dig it.

I've seen this compared to Gerry but I thought that was boring and one of the worst movies I've ever seen. Scenic Route takes the good parts of Gerry and turns it into something that is mind-provoking and engaging to watch.

 

[peaces]

Just saw Mud. Really solid flick and a really strong performance by Mcconneghey who is really starting to deliver great performances lately.

He has a scene in The Paper Boy that I can't erase from my mind.

 

[pantagrapher]

Tree of Life

Been meaning to watch it ever since Ebert vaulted it into his Top 10 of All Time. I really enjoyed it. I don't know that it deserves the place alongside 2001: A Space Odyssey that Ebert gives it, but I did love how sweepingly, unapologetically ambitious it was. And beautifully shot. I'll watch it a few more times, for sure.

 

[jdoggydogg]

Tree of Life

Been meaning to watch it ever since Ebert vaulted it into his Top 10 of All Time. I really enjoyed it. I don't know that it deserves the place alongside 2001: A Space Odyssey that Ebert gives it, but I did love how sweepingly, unapologetically ambitious it was. And beautifully shot. I'll watch it a few more times, for sure.

 

[KarmaPolice]

Tree of Life

Been meaning to watch it ever since Ebert vaulted it into his Top 10 of All Time. I really enjoyed it. I don't know that it deserves the place alongside 2001: A Space Odyssey that Ebert gives it, but I did love how sweepingly, unapologetically ambitious it was. And beautifully shot. I'll watch it a few more times, for sure.

 

[JoeSteeler]

Scenic Route

Pretty surprised this is only a 6.3 on IMDB since I really liked it - at least a 7.5 for me. Starring Josh Duhamel (from Las Vegas) and Dan Fogler (fat slob guy in movies like Fanboys), it's a psychological survival story with a lot of dialogue. If that's the type of movie you like then you'll dig it.

I've seen this compared to Gerry but I thought that was boring and one of the worst movies I've ever seen. Scenic Route takes the good parts of Gerry and turns it into something that is mind-provoking and engaging to watch.

looking forward to this. almost watched it the other night but went for Running Scared instead (the 2006 movie) which i really liked.

 

[JoeSteeler]

Just saw Mud. Really solid flick and a really strong performance by Mcconneghey who is really starting to deliver great performances lately.

He has a scene in The Paper Boy that I can't erase from my mind.

ha-ha yep.

really like The Paperboy and Killer Joe.

 

[KarmaPolice]

Rampart:

Really surprising movie and performance from Woody Harrelson here. Set in 99 during the police scandals and features Woody as an LA cop who gets caught up in a scandal. Pretty dark movie, but one of the better I have seen recently, mostly due to the strong performances.

Incredible Burt Wonderstone:

Yes, it is every bit as ####ty as you would expect. Turned it off after about 45 mins or so.

 

[Kenny Powers]

Rampart:

Really surprising movie and performance from Woody Harrelson here. Set in 99 during the police scandals and features Woody as an LA cop who gets caught up in a scandal. Pretty dark movie, but one of the better I have seen recently, mostly due to the strong performances.

Incredible Burt Wonderstone:

Yes, it is every bit as ####ty as you would expect. Turned it off after about 45 mins or so.

Woody was great in Rampart, but IIRC I had numerous other problems with it, mainly with the storyline. Pretty sure I did a review in here on it. Burt Wonderstone looks like poop. I know people who thought it looked hilarious based on the previews, but it looks awful to me and Im not even going to give it a shot.

 

[Kenny Powers]

Olympus Has Fallen...Do yourself a favor and ignore the plot. It is not believable, isnt worth trying to believe, and will likely frustrate you in doing so. That said, it has some good action and shootout scenes, which is what I hoped/expected from Fuqua with this. Nice to see Gerard Butler play a character different from most of his that seem like if he got his eggs over hard instead of over medium for breakfast it would lead to him being ####ed off the rest of the day and someone suffering the consequences. I liked Butler here, but it wouldve been nice/smart to give Morgan Freeman more screentime. If youre in the mood for a mindless action flick, this is good for that...2.5/5

Stay...Ewan McGregor plays a psychiatrist trying to prevent his patient (played by Ryan Gosling) from committing suicide. The storyline was interesting but also a little confusing, however the ending clears much of that up. I feel like the first couple acts couldve used more attention to detail, and that the director is just hoping the ending makes you forget that, but Id actually like to watch this again keeping the ending in mind, and see how I feel then. Good direction and cinematography though. Gosling didnt quite steal the show like I feel he typically does, but was solid. Unlike the movie above, this one makes you think, if nothing else..3.2/5

 

[BroncoFreak_2K3]

Just saw Mud. Really solid flick and a really strong performance by Mcconneghey who is really starting to deliver great performances lately.

He has a scene in The Paper Boy that I can't erase from my mind.

ha-ha yep.

really like the paperboy and Killer Joe.

Was solid in the Lincoln Lawyer as well.

 

[JoeSteeler]

Just saw Mud. Really solid flick and a really strong performance by Mcconneghey who is really starting to deliver great performances lately.

He has a scene in The Paper Boy that I can't erase from my mind.

ha-ha yep.

really like the paperboy and Killer Joe.

Was solid in the Lincoln Lawyer as well.

agree. forgot about that one.also liked him in Bernie, Tropic Thunder and Eastbound and Down.

 

[jamny]

Finally got around to watching The Squid and the Whale. Solid performances all around, great dialogue, slow moving but never felt boring. It's hard to like a movie where most of the cast has very few redeeming values and there isn't much of a story arc but this was well done. 3/5

 

[peaces]

Rampart:

Really surprising movie and performance from Woody Harrelson here. Set in 99 during the police scandals and features Woody as an LA cop who gets caught up in a scandal. Pretty dark movie, but one of the better I have seen recently, mostly due to the strong performances.

Incredible Burt Wonderstone:

Yes, it is every bit as ####ty as you would expect. Turned it off after about 45 mins or so.

Woody was great in Rampart, but IIRC I had numerous other problems with it, mainly with the storyline. Pretty sure I did a review in here on it. Burt Wonderstone looks like poop. I know people who thought it looked hilarious based on the previews, but it looks awful to me and Im not even going to give it a shot.

Watched Rampart last night and I liked it, but I understand what you are saying. I think the lack of or problem with the story line was almost by design. Kind of a reflection of the main character. I can see how many wouldn't like it, but I thought Woody did a great job playing (minor spoiler to follow)

a totally f*%&ed up cop. Pretty much the only thing separating him from the criminals was his badge

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Olympus Has Fallen...Do yourself a favor and ignore the plot. It is not believable, isnt worth trying to believe, and will likely frustrate you in doing so. That said, it has some good action and shootout scenes, which is what I hoped/expected from Fuqua with this. Nice to see Gerard Butler play a character different from most of his that seem like if he got his eggs over hard instead of over medium for breakfast it would lead to him being ####ed off the rest of the day and someone suffering the consequences. I liked Butler here, but it wouldve been nice/smart to give Morgan Freeman more screentime. If youre in the mood for a mindless action flick, this is good for that...2.5/5

I loathed this movie.

 

[packersfan]

Horrible Bosses. Caught it by randomly flipping through Cinemax. Funniest movie I've seen in a prettly long while. Had a number of laugh out loud moments for me.

And Jennifer looks really good too

Smokin' hot.

Other than the first season or two of "Friends" I'm not sure she's ever looked hotter on screen.

 

[biggamer3]

Rampart:

Really surprising movie and performance from Woody Harrelson here. Set in 99 during the police scandals and features Woody as an LA cop who gets caught up in a scandal. Pretty dark movie, but one of the better I have seen recently, mostly due to the strong performances.

Incredible Burt Wonderstone:

Yes, it is every bit as ####ty as you would expect. Turned it off after about 45 mins or so.

Woody was great in Rampart, but IIRC I had numerous other problems with it, mainly with the storyline. Pretty sure I did a review in here on it. Burt Wonderstone looks like poop. I know people who thought it looked hilarious based on the previews, but it looks awful to me and Im not even going to give it a shot.

Watched Rampart last night and I liked it, but I understand what you are saying. I think the lack of or problem with the story line was almost by design. Kind of a reflection of the main character. I can see how many wouldn't like it, but I thought Woody did a great job playing (minor spoiler to follow)

a totally f*%&ed up cop. Pretty much the only thing separating him from the criminals was his badge

Off topic since I never watched Rampart, but this movie has been an ongoing joke for a few years on reddit since Woody gave an absolute abomination of an IAMA trying to promote this movie.

 

[offdee]

Horrible Bosses. Caught it by randomly flipping through Cinemax. Funniest movie I've seen in a prettly long while. Had a number of laugh out loud moments for me.

And Jennifer looks really good too

Smokin' hot.

Other than the first season or two of "Friends" I'm not sure she's ever looked hotter on screen.

Didn't she have her big pre-nose job beak on the first couple seasons of Friends?

 

[Kenny Powers]

The Paperboy...There is solid acting here, but ultimately, all of the characters are unlikeable and the storyline is all over the place. Really Efron, Kidman, McConaghey, and especially John Cusack have strong performances here, but that wasnt enough for me to say I liked this. It also had very good cinematography and kept the vintage feel, but that wasnt quite enough for me. Its almost like the director wants you to dislike the characters. While the actors hold their own and it has its positives, overall this movie is like Efron's character - unsure of itself and what it should do next...2/5

 

[jdoggydogg]

Logan's Run

Pretty silly viewed through a 2013 lense. But a cool idea, for sure.

---

Ted

I'm not saying it's hilarious. I did like the writing, though. Worth a rental.

 

[cstu]

Rampart:

Really surprising movie and performance from Woody Harrelson here. Set in 99 during the police scandals and features Woody as an LA cop who gets caught up in a scandal. Pretty dark movie, but one of the better I have seen recently, mostly due to the strong performances.

Incredible Burt Wonderstone:

Yes, it is every bit as ####ty as you would expect. Turned it off after about 45 mins or so.

Woody was great in Rampart, but IIRC I had numerous other problems with it, mainly with the storyline. Pretty sure I did a review in here on it. Burt Wonderstone looks like poop. I know people who thought it looked hilarious based on the previews, but it looks awful to me and Im not even going to give it a shot.

Don't...I couldn't even finish it and I'm someone who can find value in almost any comedy.