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  • ThunderfingerThunderfinger Das Boot Hill
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    FoxRox wrote: »
    Thunderfinger wrote: »
    2001-A SPACE ODYSSEY worst film ever made...Enough said.

    Except it’s not enough said since you didn’t give any reasoning at all. Frankly, even with reasoning, to call a film the best or worst ever made is pretty much impossible. Too many great ones and too many horrible ones.
    I was commenting on the link.
  • FoxRoxFoxRox
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    Thunderfinger wrote: »
    FoxRox wrote: »
    Thunderfinger wrote: »
    2001-A SPACE ODYSSEY worst film ever made...Enough said.

    Except it’s not enough said since you didn’t give any reasoning at all. Frankly, even with reasoning, to call a film the best or worst ever made is pretty much impossible. Too many great ones and too many horrible ones.
    I was commenting on the link.

    I see.

  • ToTheRightToTheRight
    edited January 2018 Posts: 16,223
    GoldenGun wrote: »
    Thunderfinger wrote: »
    BAIN123 wrote: »
    https://www.topixstars.com/slideshow/19287/slide30

    This smug little article will rattle a few cages.

    Apocalypse Now, Raging Bull, The Godfather and 2001 are all crap movies? Right...

    I don’t mind if people dislike movies everyone else seems to like, or the other way around. But you need to have at least one valid argument to back that up.

    That’s not even difficult. I’m not into gangster films is valid enough for me if that’s why you don’t like The Godfather.

    However, if you pretend to be a connaisseur and your arguments include: People still pretend it is good, no it is crap, you clearly have no clue what the hell you’re going on about.

    Also, use more nuance if you want to be taken seriously. Words like crap, if your talking about movies that clearly have at least some merit, are not advisable.

    Well said. That article was a joke, really. In fact, many of those titles I wouldn't even consider Baby Boomer movies. Most are more Generation X era.
    That said, some of those titles , like Shakespeare In Love, I can see why the article might consider overrated. I enjoyed it the one time I saw it in the cinema, but have never had the desire to go back and re watch it.
  • FoxRoxFoxRox
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    Unfortunately, the first time I watched Apocalypse Now, I saw the Redux version, so I didn’t enjoy it nearly as much. When I saw the theatrical version the next time, it was a vastly superior experience.
  • ToTheRightToTheRight
    edited January 2018 Posts: 16,223
    Something like THE GODFATHER, I didn't see until a friend played his VHS for me. I liked it, but if I'm in the mood for a gangster film, its going to be something like ANGELS WITH DIRTY FACES, THE PUBLIC ENEMY, or LITTLE CAESAR. Of more contemporary gangster films, GOODFELLAS without hesitation. Still, I do very much like THE GODFATHER.
  • MajorDSmytheMajorDSmythe "I tolerate this century, but I don't enjoy it."Moderator
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    Edge Of Sanity (1989) is my favourite adaption of Jekyll & Hyde. If you can get past the sleazy tone, then this one has one of the most unique twists on the often told story. It benefits this version, that they were able to get away with certain things in 1989, that help give a more clear distinction between Jekyll & Hyde. Also I like the less is more approach to the look of Mr Hyde.
  • ToTheRightToTheRight
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    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    Edge Of Sanity (1989) is my favourite adaption of Jekyll & Hyde. If you can get past the sleazy tone, then this one has one of the most unique twists on the often told story. It benefits this version, that they were able to get away with certain things in 1989, that help give a more clear distinction between Jekyll & Hyde. Also I like the less is more approach to the look of Mr Hyde.

    This is one I very much want to see. Jekyll/Hyde is another of my favorite classic stories.
  • Fire_and_Ice_ReturnsFire_and_Ice_Returns I am trying to get away from this mountan!
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    The Thin Red Line by Terrence Malick drained the life force out of me like no other movie, one of the most boring films I have ever watched.
  • ThunderfingerThunderfinger Das Boot Hill
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    ToTheRight wrote: »
    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    Edge Of Sanity (1989) is my favourite adaption of Jekyll & Hyde. If you can get past the sleazy tone, then this one has one of the most unique twists on the often told story. It benefits this version, that they were able to get away with certain things in 1989, that help give a more clear distinction between Jekyll & Hyde. Also I like the less is more approach to the look of Mr Hyde.

    This is one I very much want to see. Jekyll/Hyde is another of my favorite classic stories.

    My favourite spin is in THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN. Although much better in Alan Moore s comic than in the movie.
  • BT3366BT3366
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    Thanks for the amusement. This just proves anybody can get published online.

    What I find funniest is whoever wrote this piece didn't have the guts to put a by-line on it. Several of the comments say "we." Going on and on about the boomers is such a whine. Millennials get bashed a lot, but I don't see any need to trash the movies that come out now and point fingers at them.

    If you're so thick to think The Godfather just ends with no closure and can't get the beauty of the moment then that says more about you.
  • LeonardPineLeonardPine The Bar on the Beach
    Posts: 4,078
    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    Edge Of Sanity (1989) is my favourite adaption of Jekyll & Hyde. If you can get past the sleazy tone, then this one has one of the most unique twists on the often told story. It benefits this version, that they were able to get away with certain things in 1989, that help give a more clear distinction between Jekyll & Hyde. Also I like the less is more approach to the look of Mr Hyde.

    I saw that at a horror fest at the now defunct Scala cinema back in the early 90's

    It was abysmal.

  • MajorDSmytheMajorDSmythe "I tolerate this century, but I don't enjoy it."Moderator
    edited January 2018 Posts: 13,999
    LeonardPine wrote: »
    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    Edge Of Sanity (1989) is my favourite adaption of Jekyll & Hyde. If you can get past the sleazy tone, then this one has one of the most unique twists on the often told story. It benefits this version, that they were able to get away with certain things in 1989, that help give a more clear distinction between Jekyll & Hyde. Also I like the less is more approach to the look of Mr Hyde.

    I saw that at a horror fest at the now defunct Scala cinema back in the early 90's

    It was abysmal.

    Glad I made that post in the right thread, now. The Strange Case Of Dr Jekyll & Miss Osbourne, now that was abysmal. So bad, I didn't finish the film.
  • LeonardPineLeonardPine The Bar on the Beach
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    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    LeonardPine wrote: »
    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    Edge Of Sanity (1989) is my favourite adaption of Jekyll & Hyde. If you can get past the sleazy tone, then this one has one of the most unique twists on the often told story. It benefits this version, that they were able to get away with certain things in 1989, that help give a more clear distinction between Jekyll & Hyde. Also I like the less is more approach to the look of Mr Hyde.

    I saw that at a horror fest at the now defunct Scala cinema back in the early 90's

    It was abysmal.

    Glad I made that post in the right thread, now. The Strange Case Of Dr Jekyll & Miss Osbourne, now that was abysmal. So bad, I didn't finish the film.

    I rather liked Dr Jekyll and Sister Hyde....
  • MajorDSmytheMajorDSmythe "I tolerate this century, but I don't enjoy it."Moderator
    Posts: 13,999
    LeonardPine wrote: »
    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    LeonardPine wrote: »
    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    Edge Of Sanity (1989) is my favourite adaption of Jekyll & Hyde. If you can get past the sleazy tone, then this one has one of the most unique twists on the often told story. It benefits this version, that they were able to get away with certain things in 1989, that help give a more clear distinction between Jekyll & Hyde. Also I like the less is more approach to the look of Mr Hyde.

    I saw that at a horror fest at the now defunct Scala cinema back in the early 90's

    It was abysmal.

    Glad I made that post in the right thread, now. The Strange Case Of Dr Jekyll & Miss Osbourne, now that was abysmal. So bad, I didn't finish the film.

    I rather liked Dr Jekyll and Sister Hyde....

    I liked that one as well.
  • ToTheRightToTheRight
    edited March 2018 Posts: 16,223
    LeonardPine wrote: »
    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    LeonardPine wrote: »
    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    Edge Of Sanity (1989) is my favourite adaption of Jekyll & Hyde. If you can get past the sleazy tone, then this one has one of the most unique twists on the often told story. It benefits this version, that they were able to get away with certain things in 1989, that help give a more clear distinction between Jekyll & Hyde. Also I like the less is more approach to the look of Mr Hyde.

    I saw that at a horror fest at the now defunct Scala cinema back in the early 90's

    It was abysmal.

    Glad I made that post in the right thread, now. The Strange Case Of Dr Jekyll & Miss Osbourne, now that was abysmal. So bad, I didn't finish the film.

    I rather liked Dr Jekyll and Sister Hyde....

    One of my favorite versions. Of course, IMO you can do no wrong with Martine Beswick.
    When I was a kid the famous Fredric March version never aired on television, so I grew up with the Spencer Tracy remake. I like them about equally. The television version with Jack Palance is also a favorite of mine.
  • GoldenGunGoldenGun Per ora e per il momento che verrà
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    Yesterday Hugo was on the tele and I think this might be my favourite Scorsese movie. An unusual favourite but this film, with all its references to the silent movies, just oozes cinema adoration. Furthermore, the atmosphere is magical and I can relate easily with the former film director, George Méliès, who just loves to tell stories. For me, that's what cinema is all about.

    Objectively I'd say Taxi Driver is his best work, but Hugo is my favourite.
  • bondjamesbondjames You were expecting someone else?
    edited August 2018 Posts: 23,883
    I recently watched both Deadpool films. Sorry chaps, I realize they're popular around these parts, but these aren't for me. I put aside my bias against all things Ryan Reynolds and saw them with an open mind. Apart from a few humorous moments here and there, I don't see the big deal. I'm rather shocked at the money these films have made.
  • BAIN123BAIN123
    edited August 2018 Posts: 11,189
    bondjames wrote: »
    I recently watched both Deadpool films. Sorry chaps, I realize they're popular around these parts, but these aren't for me. I put aside my bias against all things Ryan Reynolds and saw them with an open mind. Apart from a few humorous moments here and there, I don't see the big deal. I'm rather shocked at the money these films have made.

    Yes I agree, saw the first one on a flight but haven't seen the second.

    The "I know this is a movie" setup gets irritating very quickly.

    I also am not that fond of the Hangover series but most of my contemporaries love them.
  • bondjamesbondjames You were expecting someone else?
    Posts: 23,883
    BAIN123 wrote: »
    bondjames wrote: »
    I recently watched both Deadpool films. Sorry chaps, I realize they're popular around these parts, but these aren't for me. I put aside my bias against all things Ryan Reynolds and saw them with an open mind. Apart from a few humorous moments here and there, I don't see the big deal. I'm rather shocked at the money these films have made.

    Yes I agree, saw the first one on a flight but haven't seen the second.

    The "I know this is a movie" setup gets irritating very quickly.

    I've also am not that fond of the Hangover series but most of my contemporaries love them.
    I have to say I enjoyed the first Hangover film. It was novel. The second was alright but not quite as good. I've yet to see the third one yet.
  • MaxCasinoMaxCasino United States
    Posts: 4,693
    The Marvel Cinematic universe needs to take a break. The humor is aimed at the lowest IQ levels possible. No memorable villains, don't give me Loki and Thanos. Guardians of the galaxy is there biggest pile of crap. Having one liner jokes shoved into your face does not make a movie funny.
  • ThunderfingerThunderfinger Das Boot Hill
    Posts: 45,489
    MaxCasino wrote: »
    . Guardians of the galaxy is there biggest pile of crap. .

    Yes, agreed.
  • pachazopachazo Make Your Choice
    Posts: 7,314
    BAIN123 wrote: »
    bondjames wrote: »
    I recently watched both Deadpool films. Sorry chaps, I realize they're popular around these parts, but these aren't for me. I put aside my bias against all things Ryan Reynolds and saw them with an open mind. Apart from a few humorous moments here and there, I don't see the big deal. I'm rather shocked at the money these films have made.

    Yes I agree, saw the first one on a flight but haven't seen the second.

    The "I know this is a movie" setup gets irritating very quickly.

    I also am not that fond of the Hangover series but most of my contemporaries love them.

    Good to know I'm not the only one, regarding Deadpool that is. I know many people loved it, which is fine, but I couldn't make it past twenty minutes before giving up.
  • peterpeter Toronto
    edited August 2018 Posts: 9,511
    pachazo wrote: »
    BAIN123 wrote: »
    bondjames wrote: »
    I recently watched both Deadpool films. Sorry chaps, I realize they're popular around these parts, but these aren't for me. I put aside my bias against all things Ryan Reynolds and saw them with an open mind. Apart from a few humorous moments here and there, I don't see the big deal. I'm rather shocked at the money these films have made.

    Yes I agree, saw the first one on a flight but haven't seen the second.

    The "I know this is a movie" setup gets irritating very quickly.

    I also am not that fond of the Hangover series but most of my contemporaries love them.

    Good to know I'm not the only one, regarding Deadpool that is. I know many people loved it, which is fine, but I couldn't make it past twenty minutes before giving up.

    Other than the running High Jackman jealousy/crush thing, I couldn't stand the first movie; think I will make a date to skip the second one...!
    Fire_and_Ice_Returns wrote: »
    The Thin Red Line by Terrence Malick drained the life force out of me like no other movie, one of the most boring films I have ever watched.

    I wanted to shoot myself watching this pretentious lump of molasses...
  • MaxCasinoMaxCasino United States
    Posts: 4,693
    Harry Potter repeats itself more than people realize. It always feels like the same story beats. You can't argue with the fans who have memorized the whole series, as they will only listen too themselves.
  • MaxCasinoMaxCasino United States
    edited August 2018 Posts: 4,693
    MaxCasino wrote: »
    The Marvel Cinematic universe needs to take a break. The humor is aimed at the lowest IQ levels possible. No memorable villains, don't give me Loki and Thanos. Guardians of the galaxy is there biggest pile of crap. Having one liner jokes shoved into your face does not make a movie funny.

    Also, Kevin Feige has a massive ego and practically directs every MCU movie. What ever happened to a single movie having a beginning, a middle and an end? In recent days, we can kind of blame this guy.
  • ThunderfingerThunderfinger Das Boot Hill
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    Godfather 3, although not on par with the first two, is a worthy conclusion to the saga.
  • TorgeirtrapTorgeirtrap
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    Thunderfinger wrote: »
    Godfather 3, although not on par with the first two, is a worthy conclusion to the saga.

    Only watched it once several years ago, but I liked it.
  • ThunderfingerThunderfinger Das Boot Hill
    Posts: 45,489
    Torgeirtrap wrote: »
    Thunderfinger wrote: »
    Godfather 3, although not on par with the first two, is a worthy conclusion to the saga.

    Only watched it once several years ago, but I liked it.

    At the end, I was hoping for a fourth movie with Andy Garcia in the lead.

    Still not to late?
  • peterpeter Toronto
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    Thunderfinger wrote: »
    Godfather 3, although not on par with the first two, is a worthy conclusion to the saga.

    Yes @Thunderfinger -- very controversial, my friend!

    I'm not sure that the tears that gush from my eyes are from laughter or from the pain of what the series descended to.

    I half-jest.

    However, I've just stopped watching it; I know very well it exists, but it's on the top of my mental trash heap.

    I was just writing to one of our forum members that my 17 year old son is exploring with interesting and diverse films (Kubrick being his favourite at the moment). He adored GF1&2, but was blown away by what a mess three was.

    There are themes and ideas in this third that are interesting. But it falls apart in execution. It tried to be a GF picture-- the music and the look and the returning actors (good for Duvall to say no way).... but it feels more fan made than that passion that drove the first two...
  • TorgeirtrapTorgeirtrap
    Posts: 17,819
    Thunderfinger wrote: »
    Torgeirtrap wrote: »
    Thunderfinger wrote: »
    Godfather 3, although not on par with the first two, is a worthy conclusion to the saga.

    Only watched it once several years ago, but I liked it.

    At the end, I was hoping for a fourth movie with Andy Garcia in the lead.

    Still not to late?

    Who knows? Andy García looks to have taken to the Francis Ford Coppola look, too:

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