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B*hind-sc*n*s-Mork&Mindy,4/6.....1976-82 p*riod-wh*n-RW-b*cam*-a-TVstar
Thought it was okay, lovely oceanic images, a hilarious Dennis Hopper and I quite liked Jeanne Tripplehorn too.
Obviously it has more than a few problems, but I had a good enough time with it.
Any problems with the "e" on your keyboard?
Wh*t? H*ly *st*r*sk, B*tm*n!
[original title Zimna wojna]
Elegant, romantic, moving, at times even funny and shot in gorgeous black-and-white.
If the Academy would be capable to look worldwide for candidates this one, in my opinion, should have received Best Picture, Best Director for Paweł Pawlikowski, Best Actress for Joanna Kulig, Best Actor for Tomasz Kot and Best Cinematography for Łukasz Żal.
One of the best films I've ever seen, top 3 of the 21st Century.
Okay, the film so far is good, although not on par with Part 1, but I still liked it, it's also a bit action packed compared to the first, the chemistry between Chalamet and Zendaya is more evident in here than in the first part too, but again, they have romantic scenes in here compared to the previous one, Austin Butler is great, although his character was a bit underutilized, the same for Christopher Walken, the fact that they've put a great actor in there but not using him properly is really sad for me, the same for Lea Seydoux, like those new characters were not used very well nor their motivations seemed developed and fleshed out, Rebecca Ferguson is great and better in here than the previous, she really sold the role for me.
The ending was a bit rushed, the enemies were killed almost too easily and quick, but maybe that's what really happened in the book? I haven't read the books yet, I also have a feeling that Atreides would be going down an Anakin Skywalker route, from perceived greatness to darkness, I think his transformation or transition was almost a bit unsettling for me, like something's wrong, some may have transformed for the good, but in this one, it's more like something worse is going to happen, so, I think it's interesting to watch, excited to see what will happen in Part 3.
Florence Pugh, well, I've heard her character is in the book too, but I don't liked her character, she's just happened to be there so it would create a love triangle, I don't get the purpose of adding the character there rather than to act as a nuisance love interest.
The story may also seemed a bit similar to The Lion King and to the lesser extent, The Black Panther, with the redemption theme, an exiled heir to the kingdom coming back to reclaim his place to power, the return of the hero or something like that, I liked it, but I think it's portrayed more realistically in here with the return comes with obstacles and difficulties and showed that it's not easy.
Anyway, it's good, overall, not on par with Part 1, but better than some of the recent films I've watched so far, today.
And again, proved to be better than the recent Star Wars.
I've seen this movie a couple of times before, and when Imprint Collection announced their Blu-ray release of this somewhat forgotten film, I obviously had to have it.
For those who have not seen this film, it stars Moore as advertising executive and ladies man, Garry Fenn, who gets involved in an assassination plot after a photo of a Hungarian girl (Claudia Lange) is planted in a portfolio for an ad campaign he's working on. As it turns out, this girl has overheard a conversation at her aunts house involving an assassination plot, and now her aunt and her associates are using the advertising man to find her.
This is a very swinging sixties kind of movie, with an air of The Saint over it. It kind of feels like a longer episode of an ITC Entertainment TV series, only with more location shots. If you, like me, are into that sort of thing, Crossplot is well worth the watch.
As for the Blu-ray release itself, this is a very good presentation of the film – which I would never have guessed would get this treatment in the first place. The only thing this restoration could not do anything about, is the horrible and inevitable rear screen projection shots, which cheapens the look of the film. There are some extras too, with interviews with some of the cast, as well as director Alvin Rakoff.
That's interesting, @SIS_HQ! I've only watched a few episodes of The Persuaders, but I'm not surprised that they did reuse elements from other productions. It was certainly a thing with ITC Entertainment shows.
Yes, and it's also fun since both starred Roger Moore too. 😊
Indeed!
In the extras there's also a feature about the post-war buildings we see featured in the film, and why these were popular locations for several 1960's- and 1970's productions – among them The Persuaders.
As far as I'm aware, every Imprint Collection release is region free. This release, as well as Assignment K, which I got last year, are both playable on my Region B player.
The postage makes these releases quite expensive for sure. I bought Crossplot and Assignment K through Platekompaniet, which is probably the largest online store for music and films here in Norway (they have a few actual stores left too, I believe). Purchasing through them doesn't make the purchase cheaper, but they offer a lot of the Imprint releases and do sometimes offer a preorder discount, which I've been able to get for both films.
Are you not entertained?!?
Yes, yes I am.
I would be very surprised if Mescal isn’t on EoN’s short list. He has the right pedigree and talent. He has range. He is very alpha and commanding. He really gave me young Mel Gibson vibes…
Black-comedy-with-Buono.....its-on-youtube,ita-dub. Not-gr*at-but-also-not-bad
The story unfolds at a Philadelphia concert where Lady Raven, played by Shyamalan's talented daughter Saleka, is performing. Cooper (Josh Hartnett) has brought his daughter Riley as a reward for her good grades, but the concert is actually a trap. The FBI believes a serial killer, "The Butcher," is in the audience, leading to a venue lockdown. Meanwhile, Cooper, who has a hostage hidden away, must find a way to escape.
Hartnett plays his role with just the right amount of irony, especially when the script veers into Norman Bates territory. The film embraces its semi-parodic tone, never taking itself too seriously, even as it throws one improbable twist after another.
The plot takes some wild turns, including a scene where Lady Raven must save the day by going live on Instagram-a move Hitchcock could never have predicted. And just when you think it can't get any stranger, Hayley Mills pops up as a posh FBI profiler.
In the end, Trap is a stunt-a mix of outrageous fun and over-the-top improbabilities that keeps you entertained, if not always convinced. But one thing's for sure: you won't be bored.
Wow I didn't know that!
The performances of the cast were good (I'm being generous, I could've at least say decent or okay), this film is just weird, realizing it now, it's just weird, the cinematography and the technical aspects were great, I'll give it that, but the narrative, the characters, all of it didn't makes sense.
I know Boyle is a good director and he could do better than this, see Trainspotting, but I don't know what happened here, I blame mostly the script and the lack of knowledge behind the concept of this film and some of the characters' motivations.
It's very illogical, in what way The Beatles wouldn't exist? Whatever happens, factually speaking, they would still exist as long as the likes of Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Fats Domino, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Buddy Holly and Carl Perkins and other Motown Artists exist because those are what inspired The Beatles to be a band in the first place (talk about their early songs which the majorities were covers from black artists), now remove those artists I've mentioned in existence, and I could guarantee Boyle, The Beatles would not really exist because there would be nothing to inspire them in entering the music business, probably not just The Beatles, but half of the 60s bands would also be gone (funny how The Rolling Stones still exists in that film, considering that TRS and The Beatles, and other 60s bands shared the same musical inspirations).
It's not that The Beatles formed as a band with original concepts, they've formed as a band to give tributes and dedications to their musical influences (Chuck Berry, in particular), it's not until later (1964) that they've became a band of their own.
I may not be a fan of The Beatles, but at least, I know the history better than the filmmakers were behind this film.
I’m an amateur Ronald Reagan historian myself, but the marketing and critical response to this movie tells me it’s unfortunately a one-sided picture in his favor. It’s very rare of course you’ll find any individuals with a nuanced opinion of Ronald Reagan, seems to almost always either be “best president ever!” or “worst president ever!” Frankly, I’d be just as disappointed if a straight-up hit piece was made about him as well, even though there is plenty about him I don’t like; going too positive or negative just creates more echo chambers. Something sort of like Oliver Stone’s Nixon I guess is something I’d be looking for.
I agree, well stated. Yes, it does seem that RR is often very high or very low in presidential rankings. There's one thing that most people agree on with him: he had charm. From what I've seen though, Dennis Quaid TOTALLY nailed RR's mannerisms. That's worth seeing alone. I honestly think also that they should have focused on a particular part of RR's life. Because he can truly say that he lived it, outside of his presidency. I've also come to the conclusion that if you become president (at any time in history) someone's bound to try to make a movie of their life. Not just their presidency.
One of the best legacy sequels of the last 10 years of them. It honors the original's legacy, and pays tribute to the cartoon as well. It does feel like an old school 50s B-movie and Tim Burton movie as well. Winona Ryder should have a bit of a career comeback bump (along with Stranger Things) and she was enjoyable. Maybe a James Bond villain in her future, maybe? Now could be the time to bring back a female villain. As for Michael Keaton, what can I say? He's a class act, and always makes everything better. Willem Dafoe should become one of Tim Burton's new regulars. I'm honestly surprised that they haven't worked together before this! While not appearing physically, Jeffery Jones does have an unseen presence in the movie. I wonder if they have to pay him royalties for his likeness. Also, no jokes about his real-life troubles are hinted at or made fun of. Catherine O'Hara was fun, and not annoying, she still has the time of her life playing up crazy again. Monica Bellucci's character is what she have been doing in Bond. Not her fault of course! She's definitely one of the more unique horror characters in a while. It is SO NICE not to see Johnny Depp or Helena Bonham Carter in a recent Tim Burton movie for once. If one of them appeared, it could have ruined the whole movie for me. The set designs and costumes will probably be Oscar-nominated, and deservedly so. They feel like imagination purely at work! Same with the old style special effects. Nice to see effects done practically again. Not much computer work. The writing also feels right. The callbacks do fit the story. It feels like everything got together right for this sequel.
So all in all, this is not only of the best legacy sequels in the last 10 years or so, (along with Blade Runner 2 and Top Gun 2) but one of the better both horror and comedy sequels in a long time. Would have Beetlejuice Goes Hawaiian been better? I don't know, but I'm sure glad we got this sequel. Highly recommended! For the laughs and thrills!