Babel.
Thumbs up!
Original Post
Replies sorted oldest to newest
quote:Originally posted by wine+art:
Babel.
Thumbs up!
Yes, agree, but it was so depressing it made me want to go to the baby goat petting zoo and go watch old videos of "Up with People!"
Have you seen the equally joyless, but superior (IMO), Amorres Perros?
On another note, I just saw the new buddy flick Step Brothers. I went in expecting a piece of junk. A bit long, horrible acting, but some real laughs. I'd recommend if you like the genre.
Just watched La Vie En Rose,
of course HBO has been re running Revenge of the Nerds alot latley.
of course HBO has been re running Revenge of the Nerds alot latley.
Watched The Fly on blu-ray last nite...just awesome!
A couple of nights ago, Gone Bayby, Gone -- GREAT! One of the best movies of last year.
I think tonight I am going to re-watch Pan's Labyrinth -- that IS my favorite movie of two years ago. Alternatively, depending upon my mood, I'll watch that movie with Krisetn Bell and Russell Brand that Apatow produced, if it is already on DVD.
P.S. W+A, while I like Babel I thought it was easily the least of the "Three Amigos'" movies that year. I'f you've not seen Children of Men or, even better, Pan's Labyrinth, get on it. Astounding films, especially the latter.
I think tonight I am going to re-watch Pan's Labyrinth -- that IS my favorite movie of two years ago. Alternatively, depending upon my mood, I'll watch that movie with Krisetn Bell and Russell Brand that Apatow produced, if it is already on DVD.
P.S. W+A, while I like Babel I thought it was easily the least of the "Three Amigos'" movies that year. I'f you've not seen Children of Men or, even better, Pan's Labyrinth, get on it. Astounding films, especially the latter.
I saw Pineapple Express on Wednesday. It wasn't my first choice. I give it a C, which is lower than the early yahoo reviews. Lots of laughs and plenty of drug related humor, but the story line was just too weak and unimaginative to make it great. The movie probably would be much better if you smoked 'em before you went.
quote:Originally posted by indybob:quote:Originally posted by wine+art:
Babel.
Thumbs up!
Yes, agree, but it was so depressing... Did you see 21 Grams?
Have you seen the equally joyless, but superior (IMO), Amorres Perros?... I have not...
quote:Originally posted by winetarelli:
A couple of nights ago, Gone Bayby, Gone -- GREAT! One of the best movies of last year.
I think tonight I am going to re-watch Pan's Labyrinth -- that IS my favorite movie of two years ago. Alternatively, depending upon my mood, I'll watch that movie with Krisetn Bell and Russell Brand that Apatow produced, if it is already on DVD.
P.S. W+A, while I like Babel I thought it was easily the least of the "Three Amigos'" movies that year. I'f you've not seen Children of Men or, even better, Pan's Labyrinth, get on it. Astounding films, especially the latter.
winetarelli, thanks for the heads-up. I have really fallen down on the job of movie watching the last couple of years.
I will indeed seek these out.
Dude, where's my car..
Fat Girl.
Shine a Light (Stones/Scorsese). I wasn't expecting much, but was pleasantly surprised. Jagger was in fine form and Richards actually played guitar instead of just posing. With the exception of Start Me Up and Satisfaction, the setlist was excellent, and Scorsese knows how to make movies. Recommended, especially for fans.
W+A:
Did you see 21 Grams?
Yes, I did, it was excellent, but I found myself not caring particularly about the characters. Maybe my state of mind that day.
Amorres Perros is a must see (disclaimer, some simulated dog fights, not for the squeamish).
Did you see 21 Grams?
Yes, I did, it was excellent, but I found myself not caring particularly about the characters. Maybe my state of mind that day.
Amorres Perros is a must see (disclaimer, some simulated dog fights, not for the squeamish).
At the theater: The Dark Knight
On DVD: Ratatouille, True Grit, The Devil Wears Prada, Lawrence of Arabia.
Talk about an eclectic mix!
On DVD: Ratatouille, True Grit, The Devil Wears Prada, Lawrence of Arabia.
Talk about an eclectic mix!
quote:Originally posted by Rothko:
At the theater: The Dark Knight
On DVD: Ratatouille, True Grit, The Devil Wears Prada, Lawrence of Arabia.
Talk about an eclectic mix!
Lawrence of Arabia is wonderful, hope you enjoyed it. I had the chance to see it on the big screen a couple of years ago, and it's on my very short list of best movies ever made.
Yes, I did enjoy it. A thought the pacing was great: for a 4 hour movie, the time just flew by...
I saw Lawrence of Arabia at a concert hall on a huge screen awhile back and it was incredible.
Don't know what got into us, but we saw two movies today: Bottle Shock (pass), and Tropic Thunder (pass).
Recently saw the recent Batman movie and thoroughly enjoyed it. Last night saw Hancock and was much less impressed. Had received some Fandango bucks at Christmas and finally taking the time to use them. Should come in handy when the Oscar potentials start coming out this fall. Looking forward to the new Pacino/De Niro film.
Raging Bull and There Will Be Blood. While they are very different stories, what I liked most about each was the same: first-rate performances by the leading actors (DeNiro & Lewis) and interesting insights into aberrative (paranoid, malicious, self-destructive) behavior. Both get the thumbs up.
What did my fellow movie fans think of The Departed?
quote:Originally posted by wine+art:
What did my fellow movie fans think of The Departed?
you mean infernal affairs? =)
Okay, I think we have one vote. 
quote:Originally posted by wine+art:
What did my fellow movie fans think of The Departed?
I felt it was good, and everyone acted well. But it wasn't anywhere near a masterpiece. There have been at least 5 Scorsese movies I've liked more, as well as several movies released that year that I liked more. Deffinitely worth seeing, but not excellent by any means, imo.
Thoroughly enjoyed "The Departed" If one would evaluate the movies Scorsese made, I would not have chosen this as his Oscar film but feel it is worthy. Others are more prominent for me.
The Cooler.
quote:Originally posted by winetarelli:quote:Originally posted by wine+art:
What did my fellow movie fans think of The Departed?
I felt it was good, and everyone acted well. But it wasn't anywhere near a masterpiece. There have been at least 5 Scorsese movies I've liked more, as well as several movies released that year that I liked more. Deffinitely worth seeing, but not excellent by any means, imo.
Agreed it is not his best film and I kinda felt the same way the first time I watched it. It's one of those movies like a Pulp Fiction where everytime I watch it I don't growed bored of the film but actually like it more. That makes it an excellent movie imo.
quote:Originally posted by winetarelli:
A couple of nights ago, Gone Bayby, Gone -- GREAT! One of the best movies of last year.
I think tonight I am going to re-watch Pan's Labyrinth -- that IS my favorite movie of two years ago. Alternatively, depending upon my mood, I'll watch that movie with Krisetn Bell and Russell Brand that Apatow produced, if it is already on DVD.
P.S. W+A, while I like Babel I thought it was easily the least of the "Three Amigos'" movies that year. I'f you've not seen Children of Men or, even better, Pan's Labyrinth, get on it. Astounding films, especially the latter.
Agreed Gone Baby Gone and Pan's Labyrinth are two great movies, I been hyping up Pan's ever since I watch it.
quote:Originally posted by wine+art:
The Cooler.
Good movie.
I like Maria Bello.
And Wiliam H. Macy and Alec Baldwin... but mostly for different reasons.
quote:Originally posted by zwine:quote:Originally posted by winetarelli:
A couple of nights ago, Gone Bayby, Gone -- GREAT! One of the best movies of last year.
I think tonight I am going to re-watch Pan's Labyrinth -- that IS my favorite movie of two years ago. Alternatively, depending upon my mood, I'll watch that movie with Krisetn Bell and Russell Brand that Apatow produced, if it is already on DVD.
P.S. W+A, while I like Babel I thought it was easily the least of the "Three Amigos'" movies that year. I'f you've not seen Children of Men or, even better, Pan's Labyrinth, get on it. Astounding films, especially the latter.
Agreed Gone Baby Gone and Pan's Labyrinth are two great movies, I been hyping up Pan's ever since I watch it.
So have I. Such an amazing film.
we saw both tropic thunder and vicky christina barcelona today. both excellent. in obviously different directions...
Anyone seen Elegy yet?
quote:
We just saw it this morning, and enjoyed it greatly.
KSC02, required to see soon. Excellent shots of Spain, lots of wine drinking, LOTS of serious Expressionist Art, wonderful Spanish guitar, AND beautiful women staring in the movie!
I can not wait until next Spring.
fully agreed. lots of wine and beautifully realistic shots of barcelona. and the chicks aren't half bad either... 
quote:Originally posted by wine+art:quote:
We just saw it this morning, and enjoyed it greatly.
KSC02, required to see soon. Excellent shots of Spain, lots of wine drinking, LOTS of serious Expressionist Art, wonderful Spanish guitar, AND beautiful women staring in the movie!
I can not wait until next Spring.
[QUOTE]Originally posted by TBird:
fully agreed. lots of wine and beautifully realistic shots of barcelona. and the chicks aren't half bad either...
[QUOTE]
All three!
I do think that squeaky bed might need a little work.
fully agreed. lots of wine and beautifully realistic shots of barcelona. and the chicks aren't half bad either...
[QUOTE]
All three!
I do think that squeaky bed might need a little work.
TBird,
I did notice the Palacios Les Terrasses they were drinking, but most of the wine was white and made me thirsty!
I did notice the Palacios Les Terrasses they were drinking, but most of the wine was white and made me thirsty!
talk about NOT so subtle subliminal influencing...we RAN from the theater to the nearest wine bar!
and then back to my place...
and then back to my place...
quote:Originally posted by wine+art:
TBird,
I did notice the Palacios Les Terrasses they were drinking, but most of the wine was white and made me thirsty!
quote:Originally posted by wine+art:
KSC02, required to see soon. Excellent shots of Spain, lots of wine drinking, LOTS of serious Expressionist Art, wonderful Spanish guitar, AND beautiful women staring in the movie!
I can not wait until next Spring.
Penelope Cruz?! Gotta be worth seeing, if not just for her! Saw the trailor. Looks good. Thanks for the heads up. I will be sure to see this soon.
Mission Impossible: III
Pass. It was ok, I guess, but not really worth my two hours.
Pass. It was ok, I guess, but not really worth my two hours.
quote:Originally posted by winetarelli:
Mission Impossible: III
Pass. It was ok, I guess, but not really worth my two hours.
As always, you are being very kind.
quote:Originally posted by wine+art:quote:Originally posted by winetarelli:
Mission Impossible: III
Pass. It was ok, I guess, but not really worth my two hours.
As always, you are being very kind.
