Kid Dynamite 6822 Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 anyone seen night watch. might rent it out tonight 136328[/snapback] Wished I hadnt bothered. Shit. Watched black hawk down instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj 17 Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Night At The Roxbury..... *cue Haddaway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fish 10430 Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Jarhead really rate this, would recommend anyone watch it. Don't let anyone you live with ask one single question however as it will inevitably lead to a torrent of queries about war, munitions, tactics, chemical weapons, the ranks within the American army and any number of issues that you, as a (in the most case) British civilian, wouldn't have the first flying fucking clue about... /rant about bloody women and their inability to just watch a fucking film without questioning you about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj 17 Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Jarhead really rate this, would recommend anyone watch it. Don't let anyone you live with ask one single question however as it will inevitably lead to a torrent of queries about war, munitions, tactics, chemical weapons, the ranks within the American army and any number of issues that you, as a (in the most case) British civilian, wouldn't have the first flying fucking clue about... /rant about bloody women and their inability to just watch a fucking film without questioning you about it. 136487[/snapback] How does it rate on the pantheon of war films? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fish 10430 Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 I would say that it's a very different kind of war film, but one that is only possible with the War in Iraq. It shows what soldiers endure through boredom , low morale etc. Brilliant photography, really strong main characters and a quite chilling depiction of that war. I think it really defines Desert Storm, the ambiguous reasons behind the war, and the futility of the conflict. It's almost as if this story is the perfect metaphor for the war itself. I would recommend (if possible) watching an abridged version with the deleted scenes left in, although I'm guessing Sam Mendes knows what he's up to. I'd put it behind Apocalypse Now, Saving Private Ryan but I think that is because those two weren't just movies that went some way to suggest the horrors of war, but they were also awesome stories and by Directors at the top of their respective games. I think the problem with this film is the unpopularity of the conflict, I don't just mean politically, also as subject matter... perhaps because it's still a matter of current affairs or perhaps because the story isn't dominated by action in the same way as Ryan, or Apoc. It's certainly worth a watch, just don't go expecting any beach storming, either by Wagner's Valkyries, or bullet magnet boats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catmag 336 Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 I watched Jarhead a couple of months ago and really enjoyed it. It's not my normal type of film but I was outnumbered when it came to the choice of film that evening! Oh, and I didn't need to ask any girlie questions about it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Face 29 Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 The Woodsman Left me with mixed feelings, as most films about paedophilia do. You're asked to take the guy at face value, someone who recognises he has an illness, wants to 'be normal' but can see that there's little light at the end of the tunnel. I was concerned that it asked me to be sympathetic, but then it shows you just how close he comes to giving in to temptation. It's unbearable to watch and sickens you that someone this dangerous is paroled. It answers no questions and comes to no conclusion; neither does it excuse anyone making the decisions they do. Kevin Bacon's performance is the best I've seen from him. Locked up for good or rehabilitated? The fact is the latter requires putting faith in a convicted child abuser. It would be very rare cases where I could imagine an abuser earning that trust. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted May 17, 2006 Share Posted May 17, 2006 Repo Man Fucking class man, 80's cheese-tastic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj 17 Posted May 17, 2006 Share Posted May 17, 2006 The Business.... Quite enjoyable with a fantastic 80's based soundtrack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo 172 Posted May 17, 2006 Author Share Posted May 17, 2006 Repo ManFucking class man, 80's cheese-tastic 137302[/snapback] The dubbed for televison version of repo man is a classic ! "screw you melon farmer" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted May 17, 2006 Share Posted May 17, 2006 Repo ManFucking class man, 80's cheese-tastic 137302[/snapback] The dubbed for televison version of repo man is a classic ! "screw you melon farmer" 137348[/snapback] I've seen both. Alex Cox just took the piss apparently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fish 10430 Posted May 17, 2006 Share Posted May 17, 2006 didn't rate the Business. seemed more like a "Made for tv" film. At no point did I feel anything for any of the characters. innumerable volume of better crime/gangster films Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renton 20422 Posted May 20, 2006 Share Posted May 20, 2006 Saw the Da Vinci code yesterday. What a pile of contrived bollocks. I haven't read the book, but if the plot is anywhere near as weak as the film's, then it really is a case of Jesus Wept. Incredible that anyone can make so much money from such a poor story. I heard it cost about £150M to make this pile of horseplop, and you have to wonder where the money went. I suspect quite a bit went on Tom Hank's wages for one, which would be as wasteful as us paying Luque's salary. He is completely unconvincing. As for the catholic church being offended by this, they should really get a grip. It's obvious to anyone with more than one braincell this is a work of fiction, and a poor one at that. Hope the remake of the omen is better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj 17 Posted May 20, 2006 Share Posted May 20, 2006 Watched Con Air last night, love this film.... 'Ooooo Nothing Makes Me Sadder Than The Agent Lost His Bladder In The Aeeeeeeerplane' And Renton i'm definately glad i never went last night now to see that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckypierre 0 Posted May 20, 2006 Share Posted May 20, 2006 (edited) Glory Road - Story of the first all black basketball team to win the NCAA championship. Fairly cliche, seen it a million times before etc but still enjoyable. Edited May 20, 2006 by luckypierre Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lazarus 0 Posted May 20, 2006 Share Posted May 20, 2006 kung fu hustle great stuff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renton 20422 Posted May 20, 2006 Share Posted May 20, 2006 The Woodsman Left me with mixed feelings, as most films about paedophilia do. You're asked to take the guy at face value, someone who recognises he has an illness, wants to 'be normal' but can see that there's little light at the end of the tunnel. I was concerned that it asked me to be sympathetic, but then it shows you just how close he comes to giving in to temptation. It's unbearable to watch and sickens you that someone this dangerous is paroled. It answers no questions and comes to no conclusion; neither does it excuse anyone making the decisions they do. Kevin Bacon's performance is the best I've seen from him. Locked up for good or rehabilitated? The fact is the latter requires putting faith in a convicted child abuser. It would be very rare cases where I could imagine an abuser earning that trust. 136580[/snapback] I saw that too and agree with your review. It's an uncomfortable experience, and one that asks more questions than it answers. You suspect that Bacon's character deep down still does not think he did anything wrong. Sad is the most appropriate adjective I'd say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Dynamite 6822 Posted May 20, 2006 Share Posted May 20, 2006 Glory Road - Story of the first all black basketball team to win the NCAA championship. Fairly cliche, seen it a million times before etc but still enjoyable. 138756[/snapback] I enjoyed it, coach carter in the 50s Running Scared - seen it before but quite enjoyed it Poseidon - Going to watch the remake tonight. looks crap like! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thompson 0 Posted May 20, 2006 Share Posted May 20, 2006 Freddy Got Fingerd... Random as fuck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckypierre 0 Posted May 20, 2006 Share Posted May 20, 2006 Freddy Got Fingerd... Random as fuck! 138831[/snapback] and by that do you mean shit? possibly the worst film Ive had the misfortune to watch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renton 20422 Posted May 20, 2006 Share Posted May 20, 2006 Freddy Got Fingerd... Random as fuck! 138831[/snapback] and by that do you mean shit? possibly the worst film Ive had the misfortune to watch. 138839[/snapback] Sounds like a gay porno. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fish 10430 Posted May 20, 2006 Share Posted May 20, 2006 Prime nuff said Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jill 0 Posted May 21, 2006 Share Posted May 21, 2006 The Da Vinci Code.. not brilliant, but better than the book (which isn't hard because I thought it was shit).. long though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lazarus 0 Posted May 22, 2006 Share Posted May 22, 2006 Chronicles of Narnia - Great until they went through the wardrobe. King Kong -too long, too boring and too shite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj 17 Posted May 22, 2006 Share Posted May 22, 2006 Face Off...... I AM CASTOR TROY!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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