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  • MaxCasinoMaxCasino United States
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    Child's Play 2 and Bride of Chucky. I was told to skip Child's Play 3. They fall into my guilty pleasure category, as I enjoyed them both.
  • DarthDimiDarthDimi Behind you!Moderator
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    @MaxCasino

    CP3 is a guilty pleasure film. It has its crazy moments but it's not that bad. On par with CP and CP2 IMO. None of these three are outstanding, though. Bride, Seed, Curse (especially Curse) and Cult are superior.

    I have yet to see the latest one.
  • MaxCasinoMaxCasino United States
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    DarthDimi wrote: »
    @MaxCasino

    CP3 is a guilty pleasure film. It has its crazy moments but it's not that bad. On par with CP and CP2 IMO. None of these three are outstanding, though. Bride, Seed, Curse (especially Curse) and Cult are superior.

    I have yet to see the latest one.

    I was just watching what my friend watched. I would like to finish the series soon!
  • ToTheRightToTheRight
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    DarthDimi wrote: »
    SUNSET BOULEVARD (1950)

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    Here's one of the very best film noirs in the history of cinema. From director Billy Wilder comes the thrilling story of an unsuccessful screenwriter, played by William Holden, who unexpectedly ends up on the premises of a forgotten silent-movie star, played by Gloria Swanson. What follows is a strained relationship which one sees as a temporary way out of trouble and the other as nothing less than a revival opportunity for a career long gone. Obsession can be a dangerous thing, as one of these two is soon to find out.

    Billy Wilder, whom I already admired for DOUBLE INDEMNITY and SABRINA, left a lasting impression on me with this one. Every scene is tight and filled with unforgettable dialogue while the story advances at a delightful pace. Franz Waxman's wonderful score works wonders, though it never takes center stage. This is also a story about Hollywood, a cynical story if you like, with Cecil B. DeMille and Buster Keaton "playing" themselves.

    I love every second of SUNSET BLVD.. Recommended.

    Great movie. Saw it on a double bill with SOME LIKE IT HOT ages ago. Definitely one of the great film noirs of all time.
  • mattjoesmattjoes Julie T. and the M.G.'s
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    DarthDimi wrote: »
    @MaxCasino

    CP3 is a guilty pleasure film. It has its crazy moments but it's not that bad. On par with CP and CP2 IMO. None of these three are outstanding, though. Bride, Seed, Curse (especially Curse) and Cult are superior.

    I have yet to see the latest one.

    I agree; Child's Play 3 isn't substantially worse or better than its predecessors. It's a good film except for the fact the kid comes across as too naive. Bride of Chucky is really good, probably even better than the first three. I'd even place it above Curse.
  • MajorDSmytheMajorDSmythe "I tolerate this century, but I don't enjoy it."Moderator
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    Close Range
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    Scott Adkins doing what he does best.
  • MaxCasinoMaxCasino United States
    edited July 2019 Posts: 4,629
    Star Wars (1977) on VHS. No special edition, (other than episode 4: A New Hope). We need to get a copy of this version on HD format as soon as possible! Just a old-time journey of movie-making at it's finest. It just happened to turn into one of the biggest movies ever! On a funny note, you can really notice the reflection of David Prowse's eyes or the camera itself in Darth Vader's eyepieces.
  • DarthDimiDarthDimi Behind you!Moderator
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    MaxCasino wrote: »
    Star Wars (1977) on VHS. No special edition, (other than episode 4: A New Hope). We need to get a copy of this version on HD format as soon as possible! Just a old-time journey of movie-making at it's finest. It just happened to turn into one of the biggest movies ever! On a funny note, you can really notice the reflection of David Prowse's eyes or the camera itself in Darth Vader's eyepieces.

    @MaxCasino
    I believe they released an untempered-with version of Star Wars on DVD several years ago. I take it that's still better than a VHS copy. ;-)

    But I doubt they'll ever give us a 4K version of SW.
  • Fire_and_Ice_ReturnsFire_and_Ice_Returns I am trying to get away from this mountan!
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    DarthDimi wrote: »
    MaxCasino wrote: »
    Star Wars (1977) on VHS. No special edition, (other than episode 4: A New Hope). We need to get a copy of this version on HD format as soon as possible! Just a old-time journey of movie-making at it's finest. It just happened to turn into one of the biggest movies ever! On a funny note, you can really notice the reflection of David Prowse's eyes or the camera itself in Darth Vader's eyepieces.

    @MaxCasino
    I believe they released an untempered-with version of Star Wars on DVD several years ago. I take it that's still better than a VHS copy. ;-)

    But I doubt they'll ever give us a 4K version of SW.

    There is A New Hope pun intended...

    George Lucas Shows Off Original Unaltered Cut Of Star Wars Publicly For First Time
    https://wegotthiscovered.com/movies/george-lucas-showed-original-unaltered-cut-star-wars-publicly-time/
  • Fire_and_Ice_ReturnsFire_and_Ice_Returns I am trying to get away from this mountan!
    edited July 2019 Posts: 25,109
    Blade Runner 4K brilliant film, I am watching it in tribute to the late great Rutger Hauer. Always preferred this version without the crappy ending and voice over.
  • Fire_and_Ice_ReturnsFire_and_Ice_Returns I am trying to get away from this mountan!
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    The Death of Superman 2018, this is becoming one of my favourite Superman films, there are some truly great moments.
  • DarthDimiDarthDimi Behind you!Moderator
    Posts: 24,179
    Fire_and_Ice_Returns wrote: »
    The Death of Superman 2018, this is becoming one of my favourite Superman films, there are some truly great moments.

    I can only agree with that statement, @Fire_and_Ice_Returns. It has already surpassed a couple of the live-action Supes films in my rankings.

    DC is building a strong output with its animation films. Several of those are amongst my favourite superhero films of all time. For example, Mask Of The Phantasm and The Dark Knight Returns, but also Flashpoint Paradox and Year One are seriously great films. I'm also going to give a shoutout to City Of Demons and Gotham Knight. Series like Batman TAS and the vastly underrated (and prematurely cancelled) Beware The Batman are splendid. Even if DC can't "win" from Marvel in the cinematic department (at least nowadays), its animation and comic output is totally superior over Marvel's, IMO.
  • Fire_and_Ice_ReturnsFire_and_Ice_Returns I am trying to get away from this mountan!
    edited July 2019 Posts: 25,109
    DarthDimi wrote: »
    Fire_and_Ice_Returns wrote: »
    The Death of Superman 2018, this is becoming one of my favourite Superman films, there are some truly great moments.

    I can only agree with that statement, @Fire_and_Ice_Returns. It has already surpassed a couple of the live-action Supes films in my rankings.

    DC is building a strong output with its animation films. Several of those are amongst my favourite superhero films of all time. For example, Mask Of The Phantasm and The Dark Knight Returns, but also Flashpoint Paradox and Year One are seriously great films. I'm also going to give a shoutout to City Of Demons and Gotham Knight. Series like Batman TAS and the vastly underrated (and prematurely cancelled) Beware The Batman are splendid. Even if DC can't "win" from Marvel in the cinematic department (at least nowadays), its animation and comic output is totally superior over Marvel's, IMO.

    Totally agree DC animation and Marvel films are not on the same level. MCU makes shed loads of money. Though if I want to be challenged DC animation is somewhere Marvel will never get IMO
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    Superman's killer punch
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  • MaxCasinoMaxCasino United States
    Posts: 4,629
    Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. My most anticipated movie of the year. It wasn't what I was expected. I enjoyed it, but I'm not sure who else will... I recommend it though.
  • TorgeirtrapTorgeirtrap
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    Rear Window (1954)
    As it's so damn hot outside these days, I spent last night watching a film that also features summer heat – Rear Window.

    I've always found it interesting what Hitchcock could do with films that takes place in a limited space, and this films is perfect in that regard. Aside from the brilliant acting performances, the massive set is one of the highlights for me. I just love how it looks, and how it's used in the film itself.

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  • TripAcesTripAces Universal Exports
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    MaxCasino wrote: »
    Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. My most anticipated movie of the year. It wasn't what I was expected. I enjoyed it, but I'm not sure who else will... I recommend it though.

    Saw it last night. I thought it was Tarantino's best film, on a technical level. But the final twenty minutes are tough to watch.

    I must say: I learned some things about the Manson family...
    I never knew they lived and worked on Spahn Ranch; I also didn't know that Manson was NOT present at Tate's murder. All along, I thought he was. So in the final scene, I was expecting Charlie to show up. When I got home, I did some research: Tarantino got details right.
  • Mathis1Mathis1
    Posts: 7,418
    Dracula (1979)
    This is the Frank Langella version, directed by John Badham with a strong score from John Williams. Langella is good and is possibly the most well turned out vampire with beautiful hair!
    Haven't seen this since I watched it on TV many moons ago! Was more entertaining than I remember, with some odd humour thrown in ( Donald Pleasences character always eating was a bit bizarre)
    Laurence Olivier plays Van Helsing, as a repeat of his Simon Wiesenthal part in The Boys from Brazil!!
    A lot of Bond people worked on this, including Maurice Binder as visual consultant. Enjoyable watch.
  • TorgeirtrapTorgeirtrap
    edited July 2019 Posts: 17,756
    McQ (1974)
    Even though McQ is obviously heavily influenced by other 60's and 70's thrillers like Bullitt and Dirty Harry, and a cash in on the genre, it's more than a decent film. John Wayne playing an older cop kind of makes a nice contrast to the younger cops of the films it drew inspiration from, IMO. It's a little bit enjoyable having Wayne going around Seattle, being just as tough as you'd expect up against younger baddies and informants, etc.

    The film makes good use of Seattle locations, and as a result ends up a really good looking film. Elmer Bernstein's score is another highlight.
  • Fire_and_Ice_ReturnsFire_and_Ice_Returns I am trying to get away from this mountan!
    edited July 2019 Posts: 25,109
    Conan The Barbarian in tribute to the great one and one of my favourite films. Happy Birthday Arnie, I often watch this on my birthday. It will be a long time when we get films made like this again, epic!
  • PrinceKamalKhanPrinceKamalKhan Monsoon Palace, Udaipur
    edited July 2019 Posts: 3,262
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  • Fire_and_Ice_ReturnsFire_and_Ice_Returns I am trying to get away from this mountan!
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    PrinceKamalKhan wrote: »
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    Excellent choice
  • Mathis1Mathis1
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    Fire_and_Ice_Returns wrote: »
    Conan The Barbarian in tribute to the great one and one of my favourite films. Happy Birthday Arnie, I often watch this on my birthday. It will be a long time when we get films made like this again, epic!

    Love it!
    John Milius did a great job directing, A real epic, marvellous set pieces and savage action, one of the best scores for a film too! Just realised, I purchased a new blu ray copy and haven't watched it yet!
  • Fire_and_Ice_ReturnsFire_and_Ice_Returns I am trying to get away from this mountan!
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    Mathis1 wrote: »
    Fire_and_Ice_Returns wrote: »
    Conan The Barbarian in tribute to the great one and one of my favourite films. Happy Birthday Arnie, I often watch this on my birthday. It will be a long time when we get films made like this again, epic!

    Love it!
    John Milius did a great job directing, A real epic, marvellous set pieces and savage action, one of the best scores for a film too! Just realised, I purchased a new blu ray copy and haven't watched it yet!

    It looks fantastic you no doubt bought the special edition, I highly recommend the commentary though its the same as the dvd special edition, its still great.
  • DarthDimiDarthDimi Behind you!Moderator
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    Agreed on all accounts. And the music, yes, a true epic. Poledouris did a marvellous job! Conan has me believe all of what I'm seeing is real. It's so epic in scope and so well-made!
  • GerardGerard
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    Yes, the first movie is really great. The second... Well, it made me ask the question "What happened to Richard Fleisher ?" Because there's a world between Conan the Destroyer and The Vikings, or 20 000 Leagues under the Sea.

    On the second week of my vacations, I saw The Brides of Dracula (really, really great), Princess Mononoke (very violent, but still a masterpiece), and Jumanji : Welcome to the Jungle (a good popcorn movie).
  • MajorDSmytheMajorDSmythe "I tolerate this century, but I don't enjoy it."Moderator
    Posts: 13,978
    Torgeirtrap wrote: »
    McQ (1974)
    Even though McQ is obviously heavily influenced by other 60's and 70's thrillers like Bullitt and Dirty Harry, and a cash in on the genre, it's more than a decent film. John Wayne playing an older cop kind of makes a nice contrast to the younger cops of the films it drew inspiration from, IMO. It's a little bit enjoyable having Wayne going around Seattle, being just as tough as you'd expect up against younger baddies and informants, etc.

    The film makes good use of Seattle locations, and as a result ends up a really good looking film. Elmer Bernstein's score is another highlight.

    Wasn't McQ also the first time an Uzi had been shown onscreen? I'm sure I read that somewhere, can anyone confirm?
  • TorgeirtrapTorgeirtrap
    Posts: 17,756
    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    Torgeirtrap wrote: »
    McQ (1974)
    Even though McQ is obviously heavily influenced by other 60's and 70's thrillers like Bullitt and Dirty Harry, and a cash in on the genre, it's more than a decent film. John Wayne playing an older cop kind of makes a nice contrast to the younger cops of the films it drew inspiration from, IMO. It's a little bit enjoyable having Wayne going around Seattle, being just as tough as you'd expect up against younger baddies and informants, etc.

    The film makes good use of Seattle locations, and as a result ends up a really good looking film. Elmer Bernstein's score is another highlight.

    Wasn't McQ also the first time an Uzi had been shown onscreen? I'm sure I read that somewhere, can anyone confirm?

    I know nothing about guns, so I wouldn't know. It's called the Ingram in the film:

  • MajorDSmytheMajorDSmythe "I tolerate this century, but I don't enjoy it."Moderator
    Posts: 13,978
    Torgeirtrap wrote: »
    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    Torgeirtrap wrote: »
    McQ (1974)
    Even though McQ is obviously heavily influenced by other 60's and 70's thrillers like Bullitt and Dirty Harry, and a cash in on the genre, it's more than a decent film. John Wayne playing an older cop kind of makes a nice contrast to the younger cops of the films it drew inspiration from, IMO. It's a little bit enjoyable having Wayne going around Seattle, being just as tough as you'd expect up against younger baddies and informants, etc.

    The film makes good use of Seattle locations, and as a result ends up a really good looking film. Elmer Bernstein's score is another highlight.

    Wasn't McQ also the first time an Uzi had been shown onscreen? I'm sure I read that somewhere, can anyone confirm?

    I know nothing about guns, so I wouldn't know. It's called the Ingram in the film:


    Ingram, that's it.
  • TorgeirtrapTorgeirtrap
    Posts: 17,756
    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    Torgeirtrap wrote: »
    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    Torgeirtrap wrote: »
    McQ (1974)
    Even though McQ is obviously heavily influenced by other 60's and 70's thrillers like Bullitt and Dirty Harry, and a cash in on the genre, it's more than a decent film. John Wayne playing an older cop kind of makes a nice contrast to the younger cops of the films it drew inspiration from, IMO. It's a little bit enjoyable having Wayne going around Seattle, being just as tough as you'd expect up against younger baddies and informants, etc.

    The film makes good use of Seattle locations, and as a result ends up a really good looking film. Elmer Bernstein's score is another highlight.

    Wasn't McQ also the first time an Uzi had been shown onscreen? I'm sure I read that somewhere, can anyone confirm?

    I know nothing about guns, so I wouldn't know. It's called the Ingram in the film:


    Ingram, that's it.

    Ingram and Uzi is the same thing?
  • CraigMooreOHMSSCraigMooreOHMSS Dublin, Ireland
    edited July 2019 Posts: 8,216
    Torgeirtrap wrote: »
    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    Torgeirtrap wrote: »
    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    Torgeirtrap wrote: »
    McQ (1974)
    Even though McQ is obviously heavily influenced by other 60's and 70's thrillers like Bullitt and Dirty Harry, and a cash in on the genre, it's more than a decent film. John Wayne playing an older cop kind of makes a nice contrast to the younger cops of the films it drew inspiration from, IMO. It's a little bit enjoyable having Wayne going around Seattle, being just as tough as you'd expect up against younger baddies and informants, etc.

    The film makes good use of Seattle locations, and as a result ends up a really good looking film. Elmer Bernstein's score is another highlight.

    Wasn't McQ also the first time an Uzi had been shown onscreen? I'm sure I read that somewhere, can anyone confirm?

    I know nothing about guns, so I wouldn't know. It's called the Ingram in the film:


    Ingram, that's it.

    Ingram and Uzi is the same thing?

    They're the same type of weapon, but Ingram is an American model, while Uzi is Israeli. I think the Israelis developed it first, too.
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