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Post by frankenjohn on Jul 17, 2008 10:14:20 GMT -5
Wall-E- This is up there near Toy Story for the best Pixar movie, not exactly there, but near enough to deserve much applause. The movie didn't exactly bury its social message(s) either (and I'm sure your could find all of them on enough repeat vewings) which I liked and it enhanced the story in the viewer's mind to know its more than a cute little robot though. You can really feel with Wall-E though, who has human characteristics (more than any other robot in the film) so you can relate to what he's going through. The animation is wonderful too. It's funny, charming, and a shoe-in to win Best Animated Film come Oscar time. A+.
Beowulf- I don't think it was long ago when Robert Zemeckis said he's going to use the same technology that created Beowulf to make the rest of his films. If he does, he just lost me. I bypassed Polar Express when it was released but have wanted to see Beowulf. The film is basically an excuse for animated blood and sex. I have never read Beowulf so I cannot critique it in comparison to its source but I do no that this excuse probably does not do it justice. As per the action, it overdoes slow motion. Another thing is Zemeckis includes a lot of dull scenes just for the sake of showing what he can do with this type of animation. Give a lot of credit to Ray Winestone though, as he really does the voice well of a gruff hero. C.
The Bank Job- Really good to's heist movie which captures the feel of the times very well. It starts off with a light tone while giving us an easy but interestingh story with good characters. As the film advances, the tone becomes more and more serious as the story goes deeper and deeper. It very much is a good movie that would be enjoyed in the 70s too, although then it might be a little more controversial. B+.
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Post by slayrrr666 on Jul 18, 2008 12:31:23 GMT -5
Don't Look Down-Absolutely terrible horror film, if it can be called that. No scares, no suspense, nothing of interest. Lame premise as well, and nothing really spooky, sleazy or bloody happens, which you know is what I look for in films.
1/10
Masters of the Universe-See thoughts in Movie Genre thread.
Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie-See thoughts in Movie Genre thread.
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Post by Heineken Skywalker on Jul 18, 2008 14:06:25 GMT -5
THE COURTSHIP OF EDDIE'S FATHER (1963)
TRANSFORMERS (2007)
My thoughts in the Movie Genre of the Month thread.
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Post by Quorthon on Jul 18, 2008 14:16:13 GMT -5
The Happening and The Orphanage and Descent (no, not the horror movie) with Rosario Dawson. Also, the original Terminator.
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Post by Pulpmariachi on Jul 18, 2008 21:23:56 GMT -5
Drillbit Taylor (someone of the Apatow gang) -- I'm sure this would have been a lot worse if I hadn't watched it in mixed company; but I had fun with it. B.
The Dark Knight (Christopher Nolan) -- like the first one in the Nolan series, the beginning is rushed (and kind of slow), yet once the action picks up, it's quite a ride. B+/A-.
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Post by ZapRowsdower on Jul 19, 2008 1:56:15 GMT -5
The Dark Knight (2008, Christopher Nolan)
I'm gonna let the movie speak for itself. If you haven't yet, go see it.
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Post by Heineken Skywalker on Jul 19, 2008 7:25:56 GMT -5
THE DARK KNIGHT? What's that? Never heard of it....
AMAZON WOMEN ON THE MOON (1987)
In the tradition of KENTUCKY FRIED MOVIE comes this silly movie made up of quick sketches, commercial parodies and movie spoofs. The various segments are helmed by different directors, ie: John Landis, Joe Dante, etc. Some highlights include an INVISIBLE MAN movie parody, and the title movie, which is supposed to be one of those sci-fi B-movies from the 50's. I was impressed by how good the production values were for both. They really looked like they were made in the time periods they were taking place in.
The various commercial parodies and sketches are of varying quality, but overall it's kind of fun. It's also fun to see what actors pop up in the skits. Some were already famous, but many of them were mostly unknown or not as big as they would become. Michelle Pfeiffer, Arsenio Hall, Joe Pantoliano, Rosanna Arquette, Griffin Dunne, Steve Guttenberg, Carrie Fisher, Kelly Preston and many others make appearances.
Not great, but much better than the recent parody movies we've been bitching about, that's for sure. I could at least sit through this without wanting to blow my own brains out. I'm looking at you EPIC MOVIE.
6/10
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Post by slayrrr666 on Jul 19, 2008 10:40:09 GMT -5
Jackass: The Movie-See thoughts in Movie Genre thread.
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Post by LivingDeadGirl on Jul 19, 2008 20:49:26 GMT -5
Hellboy 2- 3/4
Swamp Thing- 2/4
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Post by LivingDeadGirl on Jul 19, 2008 23:16:22 GMT -5
Juno 3/4- Really liked this movie a lot more than I figured I would. Excellent performance by Ellen Page
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Post by Heineken Skywalker on Jul 20, 2008 8:36:49 GMT -5
VANISHING POINT (1971)
A driver working for a car delivery service runs afoul of the law and the chase begins. 70's car chase film that was a big influence on Tarantino for "Death Proof", his segment of GRINDHOUSE.
As is typical of these films, lots of chases, crashes, and the occasional nudity. Check out the naked chick riding the motorcycle.
As is also typical, the car is the real star. In this case, a white 1970 Dodge Challenger.
5/10
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Post by frankenjohn on Jul 21, 2008 7:01:29 GMT -5
Eastern Promises- Cronenberg and Mortensen cross paths once again and make an upgrade over "A History of Violence" here. Cronenberg, over the course of a little over an hour and a half, creates an enthralling crime saga of a young woman caught in something much bigger than her. Great performances all around (Mortensen, Watts, Cassel, Armin Mueller-Stahl), great direction by David Cronenberg, and a very good screenplay can't hurt it either. A.
Hellboy II: The Golden Army- Coming off "Pan's Labyrinth," Del Toro is hasty to put more fantasy elements into the story. I wasn't sure if it would work with a Hellboy film, but it did, pretty nicely actually. Ron Perlman is once again entertaining as Hellboy. Also, this movie fleshes out Abe Sapien and Liz a little more also. Altogether though, it falls a little short of the original to me. B.
Ressurecting the Champ- This movie really went under the radar, but it should be more mainstream. Samuel L. Jackson does great acting (what else is new) and even Josh Hartnett has a decent performance. The story is pretty simple and it works very well, too. Probably one of the better low-budget films from last year. B+.
Also, let it be known that I did see "The Dark Knight," but need some time to think about it..................and it might not be in the good way.
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Post by slayrrr666 on Jul 21, 2008 10:06:42 GMT -5
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Post by Heineken Skywalker on Jul 21, 2008 14:14:22 GMT -5
IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT (1967)
My thoughts in the Movie Genre of the Month thread.
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Post by Pulpmariachi on Jul 21, 2008 18:03:46 GMT -5
Lolita (Stanely Kubrick) -- one of those rare movies where when you watch it you say, "Wow, this came from a great book" and when you read the book you think, "This was made into a pretty good adaptation." Go Kubrick. A.
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