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FuzzyPlum 02-11-2018 01:34 PM

Gary Oldman has played so many great roles. My favourite would have to be in Sid and Nancy- he was absolutely incredible in that film.

Jondalar 02-11-2018 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by FuzzyPlum (Post 1220688)
Gary Oldman has played so many great roles. Mt favourite would have to be in Sid and Nancy- he was absolutely incredible in that film.

I love Sid and Nancy!!!! Great performance. His performance in the 5th Element sticks with me too.

FuzzyPlum 02-11-2018 03:23 PM

...yes...and Leon

lilyfee 02-11-2018 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Jondalar (Post 1220624)
I’m glad you saw The Stepford Wives connection in Get Out. I thought it was a rip off. It was the first thing I thought of when I saw that movie.

Jordan Peele has talked extensively about how Get Out was meant to be a cross between The Stepford Wives, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, and Rosemary's Baby. He alluded to many films in the horror genre but I didn't think they overpowered the narrative, which I found to be original and full of symbolism. I thought the film was excellent, especially the ending! (I won't spoil it, but I'll just say, TSA!):nod:

Coco was probably my favorite of the year! I heard someone say that if you don't cry during this movie then you must be a serial killer, and I agree wholeheartedly!:laugh:

I thought a lot of the movies met my standard of a "good" movie, but few stood out. I've heard the most buzz about Ladybird but I just couldn't bring myself to see another coming of age story.

For the Oscars, I'm rooting for The Shape of Water (the most beautiful to watch) or Get Out (the most fun to watch).

I'm glad that Wonder Woman did well in theaters because I'm hoping for a second one that's even better!

Jondalar 02-11-2018 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by lilyfee (Post 1220696)
Jordan Peele has talked extensively about how Get Out was meant to be a cross between The Stepford Wives, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, and Rosemary's Baby. He alluded to many films in the horror genre but I didn't think they overpowered the narrative, which I found to be original and full of symbolism. I thought the film was excellent, especially the ending! (I won't spoil it, but I'll just say, TSA!):nod:

Coco was probably my favorite of the year! I heard someone say that if you don't cry during this movie then you must be a serial killer, and I agree wholeheartedly!:laugh:

I thought a lot of the movies met my standard of a "good" movie, but few stood out. I've heard the most buzz about Ladybird but I just couldn't bring myself to see another coming of age story.

For the Oscars, I'm rooting for The Shape of Water (the most beautiful to watch) or Get Out (the most fun to watch).

I'm glad that Wonder Woman did well in theaters because I'm hoping for a second one that's even better!

Shape of Water is beautiful movie but I thought the movie was creepy, bizarre. There seemed to be too much sex scenes (masterbation...) that weren’t necessary. It gave me a bad feeling. My friend didn’t like it either. It seemed like the movie was promoting beastiality. Eliza ended up reminding me as someone from the Adams Family. I didn’t find her to be this lovely human being. I thought she was a weirdo. This movie may win best picture because people want to see the director be honored but it’s no where near as good as Pans Labyrinth. This movie and Three Billboards are the front runner s but I didn’t like either of them. Good thing I don’t watch or support the Oscars anymore.

Get Out was ok but my big problem with it was it didn’t seem original at all. Even the ending with “Sunken Place” was just a rip off of “the further” from the Insidious movies.

I’m happy Wonder Woman did well too. I hope they make more superhero based on women. Captain Marvel is already on her way!

Jondalar 02-11-2018 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by lilyfee (Post 1220696)
Jordan Peele has talked extensively about how Get Out was meant to be a cross between The Stepford Wives, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, and Rosemary's Baby. He alluded to many films in the horror genre but I didn't think they overpowered the narrative, which I found to be original and full of symbolism. I thought the film was excellent, especially the ending! (I won't spoil it, but I'll just say, TSA!):nod:

Coco was probably my favorite of the year! I heard someone say that if you don't cry during this movie then you must be a serial killer, and I agree wholeheartedly!:laugh:

I thought a lot of the movies met my standard of a "good" movie, but few stood out. I've heard the most buzz about Ladybird but I just couldn't bring myself to see another coming of age story.

For the Oscars, I'm rooting for The Shape of Water (the most beautiful to watch) or Get Out (the most fun to watch).

I'm glad that Wonder Woman did well in theaters because I'm hoping for a second one that's even better!

I forgot about Coco. This movie was a huge surprise to me. Yes, I hid my eyes and did cry at the end. I even bought the song. The movie was beautiful.

RudieCantFail 02-13-2018 02:42 AM

If you want to hear me blather about Dunkirk, The Hitman's Bodyguard, and Blade Runner 2049, here you go!

Dunkirk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21uEYuLtxyA

The Hitman's Bodyguard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YFtgzvlu17o

Blade Runner 2049: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nVXMpsZdYgA

I have The Last Jedi and All the Money in the World written up, but I haven't had the time to make videos for them. lol, this is why I stick with older movies.

Jondalar 02-13-2018 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by RudieCantFail (Post 1220730)
If you want to hear me blather about Dunkirk, The Hitman's Bodyguard, and Blade Runner 2049, here you go!

Dunkirk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21uEYuLtxyA

The Hitman's Bodyguard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YFtgzvlu17o

Blade Runner 2049: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nVXMpsZdYgA

I have The Last Jedi and All the Money in the World written up, but I haven't had the time to make videos for them. lol, this is why I stick with older movies.

Good job. Good reviews.

RudieCantFail 02-14-2018 02:26 AM

Thank you, Jondalar!

I liked Logan a lot too and thought it was a fitting conclusion. I didn't like Planet of the Apes as much as you did, but I could appreciate it as a film. I know that this sounds stupid, but I didn't gel with the fact that there weren't any human protagonists that could speak. I know that it was supposed to show that the apes had more humanity than the humans, but it was too much ape visually for me.

I liked The Last Jedi too, but I can understand why fans disliked it.

sue 02-14-2018 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by jbrownsjr (Post 1220653)
Gary Oldman was sensational. He was Churchill down to his bones. So proud of him for that performance.

True Romance,.....Love him in that film. Great film....

FuzzyPlum 07-20-2018 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Jondalar (Post 1220699)
Shape of Water is beautiful movie but I thought the movie was creepy, bizarre. There seemed to be too much sex scenes (masterbation...) that weren’t necessary. It gave me a bad feeling. My friend didn’t like it either. It seemed like the movie was promoting beastiality. Eliza ended up reminding me as someone from the Adams Family. I didn’t find her to be this lovely human being. I thought she was a weirdo. This movie may win best picture because people want to see the director be honored but it’s no where near as good as Pans Labyrinth. This movie and Three Billboards are the front runner s but I didn’t like either of them. Good thing I don’t watch or support the Oscars anymore.

Get Out was ok but my big problem with it was it didn’t seem original at all. Even the ending with “Sunken Place” was just a rip off of “the further” from the Insidious movies.

I’m happy Wonder Woman did well too. I hope they make more superhero based on women. Captain Marvel is already on her way!


I'm a bit late to it...I've only just watched The Shape of Water. Overall I thought it was pretty good. In terms of bestiality- I think you may have missed the major point of the film.

Jondalar 07-25-2018 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by FuzzyPlum (Post 1232815)
I'm a bit late to it...I've only just watched The Shape of Water. Overall I thought it was pretty good. In terms of bestiality- I think you may have missed the major point of the film.

Well glad you liked it. The main woman reminded me of someone from the Adams family. Watching her masterbate and have sex with the Black Lagoon creature gave me the creeps. Loved the art direction though.

FuzzyPlum 07-25-2018 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Jondalar (Post 1233057)
Well glad you liked it. The main woman reminded me of someone from the Adams family. Watching her masterbate and have sex with the Black Lagoon creature gave me the creeps. Loved the art direction though.


I don't know whether you missed the little clues- she was supposed to be a bit odd- she was a mermaid.

iamnotafraid 07-25-2018 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by FuzzyPlum (Post 1233060)
I don't know whether you missed the little clues- she was supposed to be a bit odd- she was a mermaid.

Now on Scout's honor, did you figure that out on your own?

FuzzyPlum 07-26-2018 01:01 AM

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Originally Posted by iamnotafraid (Post 1233062)
Now on Scout's honor, did you figure that out on your own?


Oh yes. She had supernatural water-controlling powers and matching scars on her neck that she'd had since she was a baby. Add in she was found in a river :nod:


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