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MOVIES: What are you watching?

P parcivalMember
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Originally posted by Rob_Sutherland:
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Originally posted by The Old Man:
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Originally posted by Adam10:
I watched Planes, Trains, and Automobiles for the first time in maybe 15 years. Pretty good, but I probably won't see it again...

I can't name a great movie by anybody who was on SNL or SCTV. Though some of Christopher Guest's movies, often with SCTV people, are fun.


Define a "Great" movie. I would say some of Harold Ramis' works would be considered "Great" especially Groundhog day. that's just at the top of the heap.


Agree with Groundhog Day - great flick.

And come-on . . . Ghost Busters (the original). Wouldn't call it great, but what a fun family flick

Re: Christopher Guest, I think many of his movies are spectacular. Waiting for Guffman and Best in Show were great IMO. Could put Spinal Tap in the mix as well, but while I continue to enjoy Spinal Tap references, it's not a movie I can watch over and over again
The Old ManThe Old ManMember
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Originally posted by Rob_Sutherland:
Define a "Great" movie. I would say some of Harold Ramis' works would be considered "Great" especially Groundhog day. that's just at the top of the heap.

Can't believe I forgot the one that's right near my top of greatest comedies and also an excellent movies.

Yes, I'd put This Is Spinal Tap up there, but isn't the only person who appeared on SNL Harry Shearer? But it qualifies.

In no way can I put Ghostbusters, Caddy Shack or Trading Places in my top 500.
winetarelliwinetarelliMember
Former SNL Tier 1
The Princess Bride

Former SNL Tier 2
National Lampoon's: Animal House
This Is: Spinal Tap
Moonrise Kingdom
Lost in Translation

Former SNL Tier 3
Trading Places
What About Bob?
A Mighty Wind
Best In Show
Rushmore
Groundhog Day

Honorable Mentions
Anchorman
Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery
Kingpin
Mean Girls
Beverly Hills Cop
Grosse Pointe Blank
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The Old ManThe Old ManMember
quote:
Originally posted by winetarelli:
Former SNL Tier 1
The Princess Bride Good

Former SNL Tier 2
National Lampoon's: Animal House Good
This Is: Spinal Tap Great
Moonrise Kingdom
Lost in Translation Overrated

Former SNL Tier 3
Trading Places Crap
What About Bob?
A Mighty Wind Good
Best In Show Good
Rushmore Good
Groundhog Day Masterpiece

Honorable Mentions
Anchorman Crap
Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery Funny
Kingpin Funny
Mean Girls
Beverly Hills Cop Crap
Grosse Pointe Blank


Though your list does sum up my contention that not many great movies have been made by this large number of talented people.
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sunnylea57sunnylea57Member
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Originally posted by winetarelli:
Former SNL Tier 1
The Princess Bride

Former SNL Tier 2
National Lampoon's: Animal House
This Is: Spinal Tap
Moonrise Kingdom
Lost in Translation

Former SNL Tier 3
Trading Places
What About Bob?
A Mighty Wind
Best In Show
Rushmore
Groundhog Day

Honorable Mentions
Anchorman
Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery
Kingpin
Mean Girls
Beverly Hills Cop
Grosse Pointe Blank


To which I would add:

Bridesmaids (Kristen Wiig)
When Harry Met Sally (Billy Crystal)
City Slickers (Billy Crystal)
Driving Miss Daisy (Dan Ackyroyd)
Say Anything... (Joan Cusack)
Natural Born Killers (Robert Downey Jr.)
Chaplin (Robert Downey Jr. and Dan Ackyroyd)
Stranger Than Fiction (Will Ferrell)
Elf (Will Ferrell)
Nebraska (Will Forte)
The Skeleton Twins (Kristen Wiig and Bill Hader)
The Royal Tenenbaums (Bill Murray)
The Last Detail (Randy Quaid)
The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz (Randy Quaid)
Midnight Express (Randy Quaid)
Brokeback Mountain (Randy Quaid)

Yes, all SNL cast members.
The Old ManThe Old ManMember
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Originally posted by sunnylea57:


Bridesmaids (Kristen Wiig)
When Harry Met Sally (Billy Crystal)
City Slickers (Billy Crystal)
Driving Miss Daisy (Dan Ackyroyd)
Say Anything... (Joan Cusack)
Natural Born Killers (Robert Downey Jr.)
Chaplin (Robert Downey Jr. and Dan Ackyroyd)
Stranger Than Fiction (Will Ferrell)
Elf (Will Ferrell)
Nebraska (Will Forte)
The Skeleton Twins (Kristen Wiig and Bill Hader)
The Royal Tenenbaums (Bill Murray)
The Last Detail (Randy Quaid)
The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz (Randy Quaid)
Midnight Express (Randy Quaid)
Brokeback Mountain (Randy Quaid)

Yes, all SNL cast members.

Your list does sum up my contention that not many great movies have been made by this large number of talented people.
bmanbmanMember
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Originally posted by wine+art:
Former 15 and sunny, thanks for the comprehensive list.

Clearly some very good movies listed, but I would argue only one truly great movie that will stand the test of time as being a classic worthy of conversation decades from now.


Ghostbusters was made in 1984, aka 3 decades ago. I and many others talk about it all the time.

Winning!! Banana Winner


BTW, what are your thoughts on Montenegro, one of my all-time favourites?
W wine+artMember
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Originally posted by bman:
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Originally posted by wine+art:
Former 15 and sunny, thanks for the comprehensive list.

Clearly some very good movies listed, but I would argue only one truly great movie that will stand the test of time as being a classic worthy of conversation decades from now.


Ghostbusters was made in 1984, aka 3 decades ago. I and many others talk about it all the time.

Winning!! Banana Winner


BTW, what are your thoughts on Montenegro, one of my all-time favourites?


Decades from now. Razz

Montenegro, Swedish film?
The Old ManThe Old ManMember
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Originally posted by bman:
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Originally posted by wine+art:
Former 15 and sunny, thanks for the comprehensive list.

Clearly some very good movies listed, but I would argue only one truly great movie that will stand the test of time as being a classic worthy of conversation decades from now.


Ghostbusters was made in 1984, aka 3 decades ago. I and many others talk about it all the time.

Winning!! Banana Winner

Not quite. Thanks for playing, we have some wonderful parting gifts for you.
winetarelliwinetarelliMember
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Originally posted by wine+art:
Former 15 and sunny, thanks for the comprehensive list.

Clearly some very good movies listed, but I would argue only one truly great movie that will stand the test of time as being a classic worthy of conversation decades from now.

Curious which film you are referring to.

There may be generational issues at play, but amongst my peers, pretty much all would immediately assume you're speaking of The Princess Bride, which I suspect is not the case. I also think Animal House isn't going anywhere.

Sunny, I didn't realize RDJ was ever on SNL.

Tropic Thunder is a very funny film worthy of "Honorable Mention" in my view; and The Avengers is just about the best comic book film ever.

Also, I didn't know about Randy.

Also, forgot that Bill Hader was in Superbad -- which I think is an excellent modern comedy.
bmanbmanMember
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Originally posted by wine+art:
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Originally posted by bman:
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Originally posted by wine+art:
Former 15 and sunny, thanks for the comprehensive list.

Clearly some very good movies listed, but I would argue only one truly great movie that will stand the test of time as being a classic worthy of conversation decades from now.


Ghostbusters was made in 1984, aka 3 decades ago. I and many others talk about it all the time.

Winning!! Banana Winner


BTW, what are your thoughts on Montenegro, one of my all-time favourites?


Decades from now. Razz

Montenegro, Swedish film?


Shot in Sweden with Swedish and Yugoslav actors and about something that happened in Sweden but with a Yugoslav Director, an American star, and in English.

I'm a little surprised you don't know it, I'd have thought it was right up your alley!
W wine+artMember
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Originally posted by bman:


Montenegro, Swedish film?


Shot in Sweden with Swedish and Yugoslav actors and about something that happened in Sweden but with a Yugoslav Director, an American star, and in English.

I'm a little surprised you don't know it, I'd have thought it was right up your alley![/QUOTE]



I do recall seeing it in the '80's. (?)

I will revisit the movie soon. Thanks for recommendation.
bmanbmanMember
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Originally posted by wine+art:
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Originally posted by bman:


Montenegro, Swedish film?


Shot in Sweden with Swedish and Yugoslav actors and about something that happened in Sweden but with a Yugoslav Director, an American star, and in English.

I'm a little surprised you don't know it, I'd have thought it was right up your alley!




I do recall seeing it in the '80's. (?)

I will revisit the movie soon. Thanks for recommendation.[/QUOTE]

I'll be interested to hear if you like it or not!
The Old ManThe Old ManMember
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Originally posted by winetarelli:
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Originally posted by wine+art:
Former 15 and sunny, thanks for the comprehensive list.

Clearly some very good movies listed, but I would argue only one truly great movie that will stand the test of time as being a classic worthy of conversation decades from now.

Curious which film you are referring to.

There may be generational issues at play, but amongst my peers, pretty much all would immediately assume you're speaking of The Princess Bride, which I suspect is not the case. I also think Animal House isn't going anywhere.

Hint: it was on your list in a way too low position.
bmanbmanMember
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Originally posted by The Old Man:
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Originally posted by bman:
BTW, what are your thoughts on Montenegro, one of my all-time favourites?

I wasn't asked, but when I saw it (30+ years ago) I remember wishing it was better.


It is certainly an odd film, but hilarious in places, bittersweet if not downright tragic in others, and very original.
W wine+artMember
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Originally posted by bman:
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Originally posted by The Old Man:
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Originally posted by bman:
BTW, what are your thoughts on Montenegro, one of my all-time favourites?

I wasn't asked, but when I saw it (30+ years ago) I remember wishing it was better.


It is certainly an odd film, but hilarious in places, bittersweet if not downright tragic in others, and very original.


I will revisit over the holiday season. Thanks...
The Old ManThe Old ManMember
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Originally posted by bman:
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Originally posted by Seaquam:
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Originally posted by The Old Man:

In no way can I put Ghostbusters, Caddy Shack or Trading Places in my top 500.



I'd have to say that you're completely right about 2 of them.


Don't bother asking him which two, he'll never tell! Bang

I'll stick with my original assessment.
patespo1patespo1Member
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Originally posted by winetarelli:
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Originally posted by wine+art:
Former 15 and sunny, thanks for the comprehensive list.

Clearly some very good movies listed, but I would argue only one truly great movie that will stand the test of time as being a classic worthy of conversation decades from now.

Curious which film you are referring to.

There may be generational issues at play, but amongst my peers, pretty much all would immediately assume you're speaking of The Princess Bride, which I suspect is not the case. I also think Animal House isn't going anywhere.

Sunny, I didn't realize RDJ was ever on SNL.

Tropic Thunder is a very funny film worthy of "Honorable Mention" in my view; and The Avengers is just about the best comic book film ever.

Also, I didn't know about Randy.

Also, forgot that Bill Hader was in Superbad -- which I think is an excellent modern comedy.
There may be generational issues at play
Ha, you think so Big Grin
mneeley490mneeley490Member
Last night:
A Most Wanted Man Very interesting film, if ultimately somewhat unsatisfying. Very European in tone and style. If I didn't know better, I would have thought Hoffman was a German/European actor in an English language film. I think this may have been his best performance, which makes the circumstances of his death even more ridiculously tragic.
(Also, I had to look up who played CIA agent Martha Sullivan. She looked so familiar...wha?? Princess Buttercup???)

A Million Ways to Die in the West I laughed through most of it, in spite of myself. There were a couple of lines and gags I'll probably never get out of my head.
W wine+artMember
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Originally posted by patespo1:
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Originally posted by winetarelli:
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Originally posted by wine+art:
Former 15 and sunny, thanks for the comprehensive list.

Clearly some very good movies listed, but I would argue only one truly great movie that will stand the test of time as being a classic worthy of conversation decades from now.

Curious which film you are referring to.

There may be generational issues at play, but amongst my peers, pretty much all would immediately assume you're speaking of The Princess Bride, which I suspect is not the case. I also think Animal House isn't going anywhere.

Sunny, I didn't realize RDJ was ever on SNL.

Tropic Thunder is a very funny film worthy of "Honorable Mention" in my view; and The Avengers is just about the best comic book film ever.

Also, I didn't know about Randy.

Also, forgot that Bill Hader was in Superbad -- which I think is an excellent modern comedy.
There may be generational issues at play
Ha, you think so Big Grin


Winetarelli, all are my generation for sure.

Groundhog Day will endure and is already a subject of study at Chapman and other universities. A brilliant modern day fable in so many ways.
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