Recent movies seen - Page 97

Jazhara7 · 12-20-2006, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by RLacey

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

The Tim Burton one (yes, I know I'm a good year behind when it comes to seeing films). Fun, though I'm sure that most of you will think this is terrible in comparison to the Gene Wilder-starring version.

I do like the contrast between Willy Wonka's *deathly grey* skin, and the colourful surroundings in his factory.

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RLacey · 12-20-2006, 02:27 PM

I know what you mean. The visuals all over the film are pretty striking.

And if I were gay I'd seriously have a crush on Johnny Depp. The guy is great.

AFGNCAAP · 12-20-2006, 03:19 PM

I am not gay and I do have a crush on Johnny Depp!

Seriously, I loved the film and have been quite amazed at part of audience's and critics' dislike towards Depp's performance. I think it was riveting! Yes, his Wonka is out-of-this-world, emotionally screwed, and sometimes downright scary - but that was the point!

I won't compare it to the previous Chocolate Factory movie, as I haven't seen it, but I am told that one was much more cutified version of the Dahl's novel.

omloflump · 12-20-2006, 05:03 PM

Personally I found Gene Wilder's portrayal more unsettling (in an amusing way) and ultimately superior to Depp's, which didn't quite stick. The original had much better songs, too.

LeisureSuitedLooney · 12-20-2006, 06:12 PM

Saw Rocky 6 today, aka Rocky Balboa. Better way to end the franchise than Rocky V was. Best character development/plot since Rocky II, ie, it was more about the internal struggles than the actual fight. No "eye of the tiger" rock'n'roll moments, no cartoonish Russian bad guys, no brain damage shmaltz. Now, if people can just convince Stallone to stop there, and forget about doing another Rambo....

omloflump · 12-20-2006, 06:57 PM

You should check out the very extensive (and quite entertaining) question-answering he did about Rocky et al on Ain't It Cool News, which, unlike the majority of the content on there, makes for half-decent time-killing. He's nicely self-deprecating in places.

[toj.cc]Phantom · 12-20-2006, 07:18 PM

Bought Falling Down today, haven't watched it yet.

Spiwak · 12-20-2006, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by omloflump

Personally I found Gene Wilder's portrayal more unsettling (in an amusing way) and ultimately superior to Depp's, which didn't quite stick. The original had much better songs, too.

Agreed. I don't really find the original cute at all. Used to freak me out as a kid. The acid boat trip alone...

LeisureSuitedLooney · 12-20-2006, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by omloflump

You should check out the very extensive (and quite entertaining) question-answering he did about Rocky et al on Ain't It Cool News, which, unlike the majority of the content on there, makes for half-decent time-killing. He's nicely self-deprecating in places.

Cool. I've always liked the Rocky character, maybe because he wrote it...just seems so much more personal to him than other roles. And this movie, like I said, worked because it returned to the simple human drama that made the older ones so good.

guyver1 · 12-21-2006, 12:46 PM

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Haha, I assume you guys know each other?

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guyver1 · 12-21-2006, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by [toj.cc]Phantom

How in the hell did you find this site?

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AFGNCAAP · 12-21-2006, 01:01 PM

Argh. Punctuation and capitalization, please?

(Nevertheless, welcome to the Forums, guyver1.

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guyver1 · 12-21-2006, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by AFGNCAAP

Argh. Punctuation and capitalization, please?

(Nevertheless, welcome to the Forums, guyver1.

)

Thanks ,oh and sorry about the punctuation and capitalization its just I don't really bother with it.

Jazhara7 · 12-21-2006, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by guyver1

Thanks ,oh and sorry about the punctuation and capitalization its just I don't really bother with it.

That's much better.

It makes it a pain to read if you leave out capitalisation and punctuation. Punctuation is your friend!

>>>And if you use both, the Grammar Nazis will like you too. *grins evilly and fondles a huge wooden mallet*<<<

That is Jazhara666, my evil twin and leader of the Grammar Nazi Mallet squad.

>>>All grammatical miscreants shall be punished.<<<

But don't worry, my dear Foster Angeldragon child Iggy is keeping her on a short leash. Everything alright, Iggy?

"Yes, Mommy, ma'am!"

So don't worry, and remember to use your grammar. It really is your friend.

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Welcome to the forums, guyver!

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Squinky · 12-21-2006, 04:38 PM

Here's hoping he'll be easier to mould than that kristine person...

Jazhara7 · 12-21-2006, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Squinky

Here's hoping he'll be easier to mould than that kristine person...

It's looking good; he was taking our advice in his second post.

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Squinky · 12-21-2006, 04:46 PM

Hey, shouldn't that be a semicolon instead of a comma? What kind of grammar nazi are you?!

Oh, and to bring this thread back on topic, never EVER watch this movie.

Jatsie · 12-21-2006, 04:54 PM

I just watched Borat. I haven't laughed so much at a film in ages, it was great.

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Originally Posted by Squinky

Here's hoping he'll be easier to mould than that kristine person...

Oh, she won't be a problem anymore, I had her sent on a special little train journey... One way you understand...

Maquisard · 12-21-2006, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Squinky

never EVER watch this movie.

Paris...Hilton!

Must...shoot...myself!

Aj_ · 12-21-2006, 05:07 PM

The Black Dahlia, which was very cool, if a little disappointing in the end in terms of the mystery. Very good cast. The style was very fitting, offputting to reflect the strange nature of the time, definitely gave the impression something was off.

V for Vendetta, mainly because Stephen Fry was in it, it was quite disappointing, like Equilibrium, a bit weak at the moments where it should be strong.

Lucky Number Slevin, that was funny, clever, and short (in this case a good thing). While it might not be great, it was perfect in what it did.

X-Men 3, great special effects, mutants, but the stories haven't done anything for me. Most of the characters are really good though.

12-20-2006, 02:27 PM	#1922
RLacey The Thread™ will die. Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 22,542	I know what you mean. The visuals all over the film are pretty striking. And if I were gay I'd seriously have a crush on Johnny Depp. The guy is great. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ RLacey \| Killer of the Thread™ I do not change to be perfect. Perfect changes to be me.

12-20-2006, 03:19 PM	#1923
AFGNCAAP Dungeon Master Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Poland Posts: 4,152	I am not gay and I do have a crush on Johnny Depp! Seriously, I loved the film and have been quite amazed at part of audience's and critics' dislike towards Depp's performance. I think it was riveting! Yes, his Wonka is out-of-this-world, emotionally screwed, and sometimes downright scary - but that was the point! I won't compare it to the previous Chocolate Factory movie, as I haven't seen it, but I am told that one was much more cutified version of the Dahl's novel. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ What's happening? Wh... Where am I?

12-20-2006, 05:03 PM	#1924
omloflump The Impostor Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: ? Posts: 640	Personally I found Gene Wilder's portrayal more unsettling (in an amusing way) and ultimately superior to Depp's, which didn't quite stick. The original had much better songs, too. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ The Times

12-20-2006, 06:12 PM	#1925
LeisureSuitedLooney Rabid Tasmanian Devil Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 1,158	Saw Rocky 6 today, aka Rocky Balboa. Better way to end the franchise than Rocky V was. Best character development/plot since Rocky II, ie, it was more about the internal struggles than the actual fight. No "eye of the tiger" rock'n'roll moments, no cartoonish Russian bad guys, no brain damage shmaltz. Now, if people can just convince Stallone to stop there, and forget about doing another Rambo.... Share Share this post on Twitter

12-20-2006, 06:57 PM	#1926
omloflump The Impostor Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: ? Posts: 640	You should check out the very extensive (and quite entertaining) question-answering he did about Rocky et al on Ain't It Cool News, which, unlike the majority of the content on there, makes for half-decent time-killing. He's nicely self-deprecating in places. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ The Times

12-20-2006, 07:18 PM	#1927
[toj.cc]Phantom The Punisher Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Pleasant Plain, Ohio Posts: 771	Bought Falling Down today, haven't watched it yet. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ I've got a bad rap as a senseless killer. Let me point out that I am a very sensible killer.

12-21-2006, 01:01 PM	#1932
AFGNCAAP Dungeon Master Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Poland Posts: 4,152	Argh. Punctuation and capitalization, please? (Nevertheless, welcome to the Forums, guyver1. ) Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ What's happening? Wh... Where am I?

12-21-2006, 04:38 PM	#1935
Squinky Unreliable Narrator Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Le Canada Posts: 9,873	Here's hoping he'll be easier to mould than that kristine person... Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ Squinky is always right, but only for certain values of "always" and "right".

12-21-2006, 04:46 PM	#1937
Squinky Unreliable Narrator Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Le Canada Posts: 9,873	Hey, shouldn't that be a semicolon instead of a comma? What kind of grammar nazi are you?! Oh, and to bring this thread back on topic, never EVER watch this movie. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ Squinky is always right, but only for certain values of "always" and "right".

12-21-2006, 05:07 PM	#1940
Aj_ Beyond Belief Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Blighty Posts: 2,186	The Black Dahlia, which was very cool, if a little disappointing in the end in terms of the mystery. Very good cast. The style was very fitting, offputting to reflect the strange nature of the time, definitely gave the impression something was off. V for Vendetta, mainly because Stephen Fry was in it, it was quite disappointing, like Equilibrium, a bit weak at the moments where it should be strong. Lucky Number Slevin, that was funny, clever, and short (in this case a good thing). While it might not be great, it was perfect in what it did. X-Men 3, great special effects, mutants, but the stories haven't done anything for me. Most of the characters are really good though. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ Richard Dawkins :: AAI 07 :: NOVA ID on Trial :: Skeptic's Guide :: Beyond Belief :: Out Campaign :: NeuroLogica :: Skepticality Last edited by Aj_; 12-21-2006 at 06:24 PM.

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