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Post by ZapRowsdower on Sept 12, 2005 1:09:36 GMT -5
Sorry Heineken if it seems like I'm stealing your idea, but this just looks fun!
Here are a few (somewhat) obscure titles that should not be missed.
American Splendor (2003) - Ok, it ain't THAT obscure, but how many of you have actually seen it?
Brazil (1985) - I only add this on there because NOBODY I talk to knows what this is. This movie is as funny as it is twisted.
Clerks. (1994) - In my honest opinion, the ULTIMATE sleeper hit. This is mandatory viewing for aspiring filmmakers; it's the perfect model.
Ghost World (2000) - Terry Zwigoff (director of Bad Santa) brings you a wonderfully sarcastic gem that puts Napoleon Dynamite to shame.
Seven Samurai (1954) - If you don't know who Akira Kurosawa is, you'd better get off your ass and do some research, and this movie is the perfect way to start you off.
Oldboy (2003) - If you're craving taboo, this will take what you crave five steps further. A deliciously disturbing film noir.
The Aristocrats (2005) - A documentary about a JOKE. And it works, too.
The Man Who Wasn't There (2001) - This Coen Bros. film noir didn't get many ads as far as I can recall, but it is a great film the likes of which we don't see too much anymore.
Tae Guk Gi: The Brotherhood of War (2004) - A Korean film, beautifully directed and scored... I consider it the Korean equivalent to Saving Private Ryan.
Yojimbo (1961) - Before Bruce Willis, before Clint Eastwood, there was Toshiro Mifune, the original man with no name.
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Post by Pulpmariachi on Sept 12, 2005 8:08:32 GMT -5
I haven't seen The Aristocrats, Brotherhood of War, and Oldboy on your list. Brazil is genius by the way.
Also, everyone should check out THE HIDDEN FORTRESS by Kurusawa, the film that inspired STAR WARS.
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Post by frankenjohn on Sept 12, 2005 14:59:25 GMT -5
I've been trying to get Brazil for a while now.
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Post by ZapRowsdower on Sept 13, 2005 0:53:05 GMT -5
Today's set: Films that critics hate but are still great.
Alexander (2004) - The critics were quick to jump on this bandwagon, but this is one you gotta keep an open mind about. If you like Oliver Stone, there's no reason you shouldn't like this movie.
Dumb & Dumber (1994) - Everyone's favorite guilty pleasure. Need I say more?
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998) - I just rented the movie last night, and it was fantastic -- one of Johnny Depp's best performances, as well as Benicio Del Toro's. It's funny, and it's very true to the book.
John Q (2002) - A tense, tragic thriller that holds what many (including myself) believe to be Denzel Washington's best performance.
Kingdom of Heaven (2005) - Ridley Scott's war epic, while it's no Gladiator, is still a masterpiece.
Mallrats (1995) - Kevin Smith's "geek" movie. If you're a geek, you'll love this movie.
The Notebook (2004) - A chick flick everyone can enjoy. Great performances all around, and a highly emotional tale.
The Passion of the Christ (2004) - Not all critics hated this per se, but enough to keep it from achieving a much deserved "Fresh" rating on Rotten Tomatoes. It's one of the most important films of all time and should not be missed.
UHF (1989) - The best thing (in terms of quality) Weird Al ever did with his career. Make of that what you will.
Willow (1988) - An entertaining little fantasy that never got as far as, say, Star Wars, but still managed to hang in there.
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Post by Quorthon on Sept 13, 2005 9:17:33 GMT -5
That is one random list.
I only haven't seen John Q, Kingdom of Heaven, and Alexander. Not a fan of Denzel, so I tend not to be interested in his stuff. The other two were financial problems when the films came out that prevented my viewing of them. Guess I could rent them now...
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Post by Phoenix on Sept 13, 2005 10:00:21 GMT -5
I haven't seen John Q
I totally 100% disagree with Smitty's choice of Alexander. There are better biopics out there!
And I think someone can die happy without seeing Weird Al's best piece of movie work, UHF.
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Post by ZapRowsdower on Sept 13, 2005 12:58:25 GMT -5
Why am I not surprised at Phoenix's disagreement? Can't please everybody, I guess. ;D
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Post by Termination on Sept 13, 2005 13:09:24 GMT -5
Some catching up I have..
Have only seen 8/20;
Clerks. (1994)
The Man Who Wasn't There (2001)
Dumb & Dumber (1994)
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998)
Mallrats (1995)
The Notebook (2004)
The Passion of the Christ (2004)
UHF (1989)
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Post by Pulpmariachi on Sept 13, 2005 13:17:59 GMT -5
How could Kingdom of Heaven be a masterpiece if it's not as good as Gladiator, or some of Ridley's other works, like Alien and Blade Runner? Wouldn't be inferior to them?
And I can agree/disagree with The Passion. I personally hate that movie but it made church attendence go up for awhile (that long since wore out, since the last time I went to church it was empty). But Shrek 2 still made more money than it.
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Post by ZapRowsdower on Oct 7, 2005 1:10:12 GMT -5
In light of seeing a film which surprisingly made my top 10, I give you the Coming of Age/Finding Oneself Essentials.
1. Stand by Me (1986) - A great film about the strength of friendship and the loss of innocence, that also serves as a powerful metaphor for growing up.
2. Almost Famous (2000) - As told by the genius Cameron Crowe, a kid finds his place amongst a rock group.
3. American History X (1998) - A white supremacist learns the error of his ways and does not want his younger brother to follow in his footsteps.
4. Good Will Hunting (1997) - A well-written piece about tapping into the inner self and being true to it.
5. The Breakfast Club (1985) - What every teen movie should strive to be like. Takes each stereotype and breaks them down psychologically to the point where you actually know people in high school who are like this.
6. Garden State (2004) - a beautiful comedic drama about a guy who just wants to feel something.
7. Lost in Translation (2003) - The subtlety of this movie enhances its quality. Two people find each other in unfamiliar (and depressing) territory and find themselves within each other.
8. Sideways (2004) - Its humor does not take away from its message about depression, alcoholism and womanizing. The leads are two middle-aged men, but some major growing up takes place within this road trip.
9. Ghost World (2000) - A funny comedy about a confused, depressed girl who does not know what she wants.
10. The Cider House Rules (1999) - After spending his life in an orphanage, a young man chooses to go out and see the world, where he learns about love and labor.
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Post by Quorthon on Oct 7, 2005 10:45:27 GMT -5
Seen:
Stand By Me, American History X, Garden State, Lost in Translation.
Saw most of Breakfast Club and didn't care for it. Not a fan of teenager-stuff.
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Post by Termination on Oct 7, 2005 12:51:08 GMT -5
Seen all but Ghost World, really got to get around to that. Maybe CH has it for free. ;D EditI meant Ghost Dog.  |
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