Movies of 2007

Post by **Libaax** » Wed Jan 17, 2007 4:59 pm

Yeah i know about The Fountain was gonna be a movie that nobody wanted to make a movie, i read about how Pittt dumped Aronofsky.

The fact that he had to sell the story as a comic first to be able to do a movie version shows how hollywood works.

I dont doubt the kind of movies Aronofsky makes, i have seen the movies he has worked on.

I doubt Hollywood which is why i said it might work as an indie.

Still there is a huge diffrence beteween doing small and diffrent movies to capturing the world of bushido which is what LWAC is about more than the revenge on the Yaguu.

I dont have anything against Aronofsky, hollywood need more directors and writers like him instead of thier usuall crappy movies.

The Fountain the movie i looked forward to and the only reason i havent seen it yet is my dislike of Jackman skills. Prolly will watch as it rent just to see if the story worked good as a movie. It should since the same guy both versions.

Post by **Starlore** » Wed Jan 17, 2007 5:31 pm

Libaax wrote:Still there is a huge diffrence beteween doing small and diffrent movies to capturing the world of bushido which is what LWAC is about more than the revenge on the Yaguu.

I dont have anything against Aronofsky, hollywood need more directors and writers like him instead of thier usuall crappy movies.

The Fountain the movie i looked forward to and the only reason i havent seen it yet is my dislike of Jackman skills. Prolly will watch as it rent just to see if the story worked good as a movie. It should since the same guy both versions.

I agree w/you entirely. I fuckin hate Hollywood as I hate Griffith lol!! If anything is going to be done on the big screen, Indie is usually the best way to go. I can't stand the mass produced, pre-fabricated bullshit that Hollywood is always puking up. Its just all so goddamn BORING haha. Overall I watch Foreign films mostly & Indie films secondly. The movies I actually take the effort of going to see, that come out of Hollywood are very very few & far between. Which is why I have not seen Spiderman 2, nor X-men 2, nor Matrix 2 & 3, etc...nor will I most likely. No interest whatsoever.

You don't have to see The Fountain. If you don't want to look at Jackman, don't waste your time because as I've learned sometimes preconceived notions will make things even MORE intolerable. IF you do decide to give it a chance, step into an objective perspective for Jackman's performance because it is quite a bit different than his norm. But just so you know, the movie does hold some subtle differences from the Graphic Novel. Aronofsky said it's a 'slightly' different view of the same story. Still, its a great story & is visually stunning in quite a few ways.

Post by **Shaka Zulu** » Wed Jan 17, 2007 11:12 pm

Seen Crank and I absolutely loved despite it flaws...which you forget if you dont take it seriously(which is not intended for)...a very cool and high paced movie that cracks you up endlessly.

And oh, sign me in the list of people who eagerly awaits Pans Labyrinth.

Tempest wrote:I'm not sure why, but I really want to see Smokin' Aces when it comes out (Jan 26th I think). The only thing that makes me cringe about it is tht fact that Ben affleck is in it.

SPOILER...dont read further if you dont want to...

Ben Affleck dies very very early in the film, according people who seen the movie, funny shit.

Post by **Lungs** » Wed Jan 17, 2007 11:28 pm

Oi, Libaax... Jackman is an incredibly intense actor in The Fountain, I reckon he'll get some sort of prize for it, eh. The only downside is he spends most of the movie crying.

Post by **Shaka Zulu** » Wed Jan 17, 2007 11:55 pm

Dont bother, he will see it, but not out of choice as going to rent it himself or seeing it in cinema, just when the opportunity presents itself(as the movie being in the house when someone else rents it etc).

I'm his brother, and I know how insanely stubborn he is when he decides to illogically dislike an actor(or anything else...mostly regarding football players). He cant tell you the reasons he dislikes Jackman(because the dislike is mostly unfounded and claimed without seeing anything or very little), but its not for his acting skills(even though he pretends its for the acting skills...cant be because he hasnt even given him a chance), which are very good, ispecially if you see his earlier roles and aussie movies.

Its just that he dislikes some of the crappy movies he has done like Van Helsing, Kate&Leopoald and to some extent Swordfish...And has a strongly preconceived notion and bias against him due to that(he badmouthed The Prestige forever before we saw it due to Jackman...he saw the movie...was impressed as I...and not a single pip or comment about the imaginary notion of Jackman being such a terrible actor).

Jackhman has chosen the clear cut traditional and typical path into Hollywood. Establishing himself in as the pretty boy commercialistic roles, making many movies just to be seen, regardless if they are bad or not, not choosing them for the acting of it but becoming a marketing product,quantity over quality(Most of this why he is disliked by Libaax, being the typical Hollywood actor...if he made the same smart and full of ingretity kind of career choice like Bale did, Libaax would be impressed with Jackmans acting). But non of this changes the fact that Jackman is an excellent actor, but Libaax can be quite illogical in his dislike(badmouthing alot of stuff before seeing it etc hehe), which is shown quite often by his fanboy tendencies

P.S This silly ramblings sound both like a retarded hack of a shrinks mumblings...and one of a very frustrated younger brother

Post by **Lungs** » Thu Jan 18, 2007 10:07 am

It does kind of sound like that. While we're clearing things up, I want to say that I agree with you - Shaka Zulu - in thinking that Africa is wicked.

Wondering whether The Prestige will be better than The Illusionist. I didn't really like The Illusionist because I thought it was too weak, but then I'm worried about The Prestige being too strong (read: epic)... I found out it was done by Nolan, so I'll probably reconsider, though if anyone's seen this movie and is willing to give me a rundown on their feelings afterwards; I'd be grateful, eh.

Post by **Khelegond** » Thu Jan 18, 2007 1:02 pm

I saw a few parts of Cranked (Isn't it Crank?), and I can't wait to see it fully (didn't get over here - Brazil). First thing, I saw the scene with him and Amy Smart (she's so damn beautifull) in the street. I laughed my ass off...

And I saw half of Idiocracy... good lord...I'm scared. Each second you see it, you are reminded of half the people on most forums... the way they talk, the way they act... good lord, is scary

Post by **Starlore** » Thu Jan 18, 2007 3:51 pm

Shaka Zulu wrote:Dont bother, he will see it, but not out of choice as going to rent it himself or seeing it in cinema, just when the opportunity presents itself(as the movie being in the house when someone else rents it etc).

I'm his brother, and I know how insanely stubborn he is when he decides to illogically dislike an actor(or anything else...mostly regarding football players).

LOL! I'm pretty guilty of the same. I'm damn hard to convince to go to a movie (there are entirely too few that I'm so interested in seeing that I'll leave the house, brave the stupid masses & pay retarded ticket prices to see). Mostly I just play video games until its on cable, or DVD haha.

As for being stubborn about celebrities...don't EVER try to convince me that Paris Hilton isn't a waste of oxygen & shouldn't be revoked of existance privileges immediately!

& you just had to bring up Bale, didn't you? He's my fave *insert panting, drooling fangirl action here*. Be sure to check out the Machinist if you're into noir-esque, Indie thriller/dramas. & of course, if for some reason any of you haven't seen Equilibrium yet, get on the fuckin ball!

Lungs...The Prestige was fuckin great. Haven't seen The Illusionist yet, but I will sooner or later. The Prestige kept the audience guessing throughout--it turned out to be incredibly thought provoking (& eerily parallel to how a 'magician' keeps his audience guessing). By the end I had all sorts of crazy schemes playing out in my mind as to what 'between the lines' meanings Nolan was tossing around. & Bale & Jackman actually complimented each other very strongly in their roles...David Bowie was surprisingly striking in his as well haha. Good stuff. See it....now

Post by **Shaka Zulu** » Thu Jan 18, 2007 9:26 pm

You just sound like a lazy mofo, not someone who is refuses to go to a certain movie he knows he would like and is interested in, simply because one of the actors that are in is intorable for some reason, when he is a good one. We dont go to that many movies n cinema either, more picky because of the shitty selection, go to the obvious quality and big ones that are interesting(The latest of them being the Prestige...Completely agree about your assessment of this cool movie).

Dude! Are you frigging comparing Hugh Jackman to Paris fucking Hilton? Why would anyone convince you of otherwise when she is as worthless as you say? Its ok to dislike celebrities, if you have a valid reason for it (like when it comes to actors...hacks like Keanu Reeves, Juliette Lewis, Ben Affleck or Tom Cruise). I was talking about being stubborn in the sense of disliking a perfectly decent actor for no good reason, and almost letting that stop you from seeing a perfectly fine and cool film.

I should play shocked and scream out"Oh get out of her girlfriend! You too!?" But no, its not shocking that peoples favourite actor is Bale. He is mine too(and the favourite of the stubborn one I speak of). Amazing actor, one gotta love him for his dedication and career choice in the roles he picks.

Post by **LordMune** » Thu Jan 18, 2007 9:43 pm

Shaka Zulu wrote:"Oh get out of her girlfriend! You too!?"

What does The Prestige have to do with the condemnation of (I hope purely theoretical) rape of lesbians?

Post by **Shaka Zulu** » Thu Jan 18, 2007 9:49 pm

Congratulations! You make less sense then Zodds1fan and is even more awkwardly unfunny then Finito.

The prize you say? Ask Femto.

Post by **Albator** » Thu Jan 18, 2007 10:36 pm

It's Femtov2. Do not be confused.

Post by **LordMune** » Thu Jan 18, 2007 10:40 pm

Shaka Zulu wrote:Congratulations! You make less sense then Zodds1fan

I was just skimming your post, and the omitted "e" in "here" (hence, "her") took me for a spin (see above post) before I worked out the context.

Shaka Zulu wrote:and is even more awkwardly unfunny then Finito.

I was actually, IRL, offended by this.

Hey, fuck you, buddy. >:[

Post by **Lungs** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 2:07 am

Hahaha... lesbian rape... I have never encountered a scenario quite like that before, which is unfortunate as it means no visual image was triggered. Blast!

Oi, this is quickly turning into the 'worst actor' thread, which would be a shit thread - I reckon - because half the time most actors get hated on for selling out (though they were brilliant when fresh), or are simply not worth the effort of discussing, identifying, or even insulting... that includes the mashing of your hands on the keyboard in rage or dismay. Instead of thinking of those actors, you should be doing your home-work, or working on your leg muscles.

NOW, a movie I am looking forward to immensely is; Tekkon Kinkreet! The manga was so wild, I'm hoping the movie can be at least half as good.

Post by **Skullkracker** » Thu Jan 25, 2007 1:33 pm

Can anyone tell me the title of the movie I have in mind?

It is a pretty recent one, from Asia, very much like Hero, and has some mysterious guy in it with red armour.

I'm totally screwed. I forget the title, and what it is supposed to be about, only that I wanted to see it. I can't even search now! Any ideas?

Post by **Fuji Nagase** » Thu Jan 25, 2007 6:22 pm

i recently saw the illusionist and have seen the prestige. i actually liked the illusionist more, but i am a sucker for Edward Norton. Jessica Beal actually did better than i thought, i dont particularly enjoy her work. they both had very similar styles, but the illustionist was more storybookish. it had more organic kinds of ideas, where the prestrige was more mechanical. the actors in the prestige were very good, (i also love christian bale) but im not sure about jackman. he was good, but not great. christian bale was very good i remember but the conclusion of the movie was not breathtaking. neither was the illusionist's but i liked how they did it better.

so the vote for me is the illusionist in terms of the overall movie presentation, and the prestige in terms of, yes, it had a "bigger" story and more of an epic feel, but the overall story wasnt as good i thought.

(sorry for any misspellings, i am in a rush)

Post by **Malvado** » Thu Jan 25, 2007 6:33 pm

Skullkracker wrote:Can anyone tell me the title of the movie I have in mind?

It is a pretty recent one, from Asia, very much like Hero, and has some mysterious guy in it with red armour.

I'm totally screwed. I forget the title, and what it is supposed to be about, only that I wanted to see it. I can't even search now! Any ideas?

I don't know but the chick in Curse of the Golden Flower has some huge boobies!

Post by **Devil_Dante** » Thu Jan 25, 2007 6:43 pm

Saw The Departed 2 weeks ago. That movie was tight, except [spoiler] they alllllll DIE!!![/spoiler]

Post by **Vicissitude** » Fri Jan 26, 2007 6:29 am

3 pages and no love for 300? What's not to love about Spartans killing Persians?

Post by **Gaiseric** » Fri Jan 26, 2007 8:03 am

Movies where everyone dies are the best kind.

300 isn't out yet, whats there to say?

Post by **Fuji Nagase** » Fri Jan 26, 2007 8:28 am

Gong Lee is the woman in surse of the golden flower, and she has some crazy eternal beauty thing going on...no aging for that one.

Post by **Buzkashi** » Fri Jan 26, 2007 8:53 am

I've gotten screwed out of seeing Pan's Labyrinth twice now.

Post by **Libaax** » Fri Jan 26, 2007 11:16 am

Gaiseric wrote:Movies where everyone dies are the best kind.

300 isn't out yet, whats there to say?

Exactly i wanna see it so much but what else can you say when its not even out yet.

Post by **Malvado** » Fri Jan 26, 2007 1:58 pm

Libaax wrote:
Gaiseric wrote:Movies where everyone dies are the best kind.

300 isn't out yet, whats there to say?

Exactly i wanna see it so much but what else can you say when its not even out yet.

Why don't we all just sit down and watch "The 300 Spartans" till 300 is released. Reminds me of the Wizard of Oz, such a badass film.

Gong Lee is the woman in surse of the golden flower, and she has some crazy eternal beauty thing going on...no aging for that one.

So does that affect her *um* female parts? Anyway, she is the only reason I would see that movie. I'm going through a phase now where the only movies I want to see involves classic euro warfare. No asian kung fu for me at the moment.

Post by **Fuji Nagase** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 5:36 am

just saw dream girls. it was good, technically. i liked the music and the costumes were well done but it was the affect it had on me is what i didnt like. it left me with no real change of emotion. it was an okay story but i think its overrated. maybe too much hype? the acting and singing was very good and it was enjoyable, but not as amazing as everyone made it seem. but i did like it. dunno if i'd see again though.

-gong lee is an amazing actress and i figured she deserved more than "i like her tits, and what? she has a face?"