|
|
Post by christmastrenzalore on Aug 19, 2024 22:40:31 GMT
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
Interesting take on a prequel.
In true Mad Max fashion, the main character almost feels like a lodger for a lot of the story.
She's almost ghost-like.
I wonder if anyone's tried watching this and Fury Road in one sitting.
This is like the sweeping epic, and Fury Road is the explosive climax.
|
|
|
|
Post by fitzoliverj on Aug 20, 2024 17:16:49 GMT
"Mr Monk's Last Case". Well, that was *grim*. I did like how they handled the two theme tunes, though. {Spoiler}
As the film ended, the 'new' theme began, but immediately after the first line was interrupted by a mid-credits sequence. After that, the 'old' theme played out |
|
Kestrel
Chancellery Guard
Likes: 2,786
|
Post by Kestrel on Aug 21, 2024 6:04:59 GMT
I watched Little Shop of Horrors, which got moved up on my list on account of Matt Baume's video on Howard Ashman. (If y'all aren't subscribed to his channel, ya' really should: he does really in-depth videos on popular entertainment history through a queer lens, typically focusing on gay writers/producers/actors in old Hollywood.) Anyway, I loved the movie -- and was really shocked by just how good the puppetry was. Maybe I should've had high expectations here, because Frank Oz, but even so... it's ridiculously impressive how expressive Audrey II, for being just a bulbous head and mouth. The music was really good, too, but off-hand I can't say it reminded me much of Ashman's other work (he wrote the songs for Disney's The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin. I especially loved the final song, where Audrey II summons a bunch of little mini-mouths to function as backup/chorus singers. And then the whole kaiju sequence at the end was just ridulous, I loved every moment of it. Also, I was pretty shocked at how many big stars were in this movie. I haven't see many things with Rick Moranis in them, but he's been a highlight of all of 'em and was especially good here. But then there are also brief cameos from John Candy and Bill Murray, and Steve Martin practically steals the show with his music number. Seriously, it's incredible. You NEED to see it, or (as might be the case) see it again."Mr Monk's Last Case". Well, that was *grim*. I did like how they handled the two theme tunes, though. {Spoiler}
As the film ended, the 'new' theme began, but immediately after the first line was interrupted by a mid-credits sequence. After that, the 'old' theme played out Grim enough to be unenjoyable? I'm moderately fond of the TV show, but what little I've heard about the movie makes it seem so bleak and depressing I'm not sure I really want to ever watch it. Also, this reminds me, I still need to watch that last Psych movie. I'd very nearly gotten to the end of it last year, right before my dad's accident kinda through my schedule into complete disarray. |
|
|
|
Post by fitzoliverj on Aug 21, 2024 16:10:31 GMT
Grim enough to be unenjoyable? I suppose that if they do another one it might be worth watching, but it's not going to hurt to miss it. It might hurt to watch it, though, so they had to put up a "if you have been affected by the issues" message at the end |
|
|
|
Post by whiskeybrewer on Aug 23, 2024 15:52:14 GMT
Star Trek: The Undiscovered Country
Star Trek: Generations
Star Trek: First Contact
Star Trek (2009)
The Terminator
Terminator: Rise of the Machines
Deep Blue Seas
Alien Romulus
Trap
|
|
|
|
Post by bethhigdon on Aug 23, 2024 16:27:01 GMT
Tonight's movie for the Disney stream is Tarzan
|
|
|
|
Post by tuigirl on Aug 25, 2024 8:47:11 GMT
"Mr Monk's Last Case". Well, that was *grim*. I did like how they handled the two theme tunes, though. {Spoiler}
As the film ended, the 'new' theme began, but immediately after the first line was interrupted by a mid-credits sequence. After that, the 'old' theme played out Thank you for reminding me that this existed. Luckily, it is on Dailymotion. I have started to watch it (I loved the series). And yes, it is indeed very grim, even at the start. At a guess, it will only get worse?
|
|
|
|
Post by elkawho on Aug 26, 2024 3:35:20 GMT
I watched Little Shop of Horrors, which got moved up on my list on account of Matt Baume's video on Howard Ashman. (If y'all aren't subscribed to his channel, ya' really should: he does really in-depth videos on popular entertainment history through a queer lens, typically focusing on gay writers/producers/actors in old Hollywood.) Anyway, I loved the movie -- and was really shocked by just how good the puppetry was. Maybe I should've had high expectations here, because Frank Oz, but even so... it's ridiculously impressive how expressive Audrey II, for being just a bulbous head and mouth. The music was really good, too, but off-hand I can't say it reminded me much of Ashman's other work (he wrote the songs for Disney's The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin. I especially loved the final song, where Audrey II summons a bunch of little mini-mouths to function as backup/chorus singers. And then the whole kaiju sequence at the end was just ridulous, I loved every moment of it. Also, I was pretty shocked at how many big stars were in this movie. I haven't see many things with Rick Moranis in them, but he's been a highlight of all of 'em and was especially good here. But then there are also brief cameos from John Candy and Bill Murray, and Steve Martin practically steals the show with his music number. Seriously, it's incredible. You NEED to see it, or (as might be the case) see it again."Mr Monk's Last Case". Well, that was *grim*. I did like how they handled the two theme tunes, though. {Spoiler}
As the film ended, the 'new' theme began, but immediately after the first line was interrupted by a mid-credits sequence. After that, the 'old' theme played out Grim enough to be unenjoyable? I'm moderately fond of the TV show, but what little I've heard about the movie makes it seem so bleak and depressing I'm not sure I really want to ever watch it. Also, this reminds me, I still need to watch that last Psych movie. I'd very nearly gotten to the end of it last year, right before my dad's accident kinda through my schedule into complete disarray. I love Little Shop, and I've loved it for years. I like the ending of the stage musical a little better than the movie, but it's still a pretty great version of the show. The cast is amazing, you're right. Rick Moranis is a gem and he did a bunchof great stuff before stepping away from the industry for a while. I mean, you haven't seen the original Ghostbusters? Or Honey, I Shrunk the Kids? Spaceballs? If not, you should. |
|
|
|
Post by christmastrenzalore on Aug 26, 2024 14:29:03 GMT
Don't Look Now
That was the most 70's film I ever did see.
There's something inscrutable yet mesmerizing about the editing.
|
|
|
|
Post by number13 on Aug 26, 2024 20:45:53 GMT
I watched Little Shop of Horrors, which got moved up on my list on account of Matt Baume's video on Howard Ashman. (If y'all aren't subscribed to his channel, ya' really should: he does really in-depth videos on popular entertainment history through a queer lens, typically focusing on gay writers/producers/actors in old Hollywood.) Anyway, I loved the movie -- and was really shocked by just how good the puppetry was. Maybe I should've had high expectations here, because Frank Oz, but even so... it's ridiculously impressive how expressive Audrey II, for being just a bulbous head and mouth. The music was really good, too, but off-hand I can't say it reminded me much of Ashman's other work (he wrote the songs for Disney's The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin. I especially loved the final song, where Audrey II summons a bunch of little mini-mouths to function as backup/chorus singers. And then the whole kaiju sequence at the end was just ridulous, I loved every moment of it. Also, I was pretty shocked at how many big stars were in this movie. I haven't see many things with Rick Moranis in them, but he's been a highlight of all of 'em and was especially good here. But then there are also brief cameos from John Candy and Bill Murray, and Steve Martin practically steals the show with his music number. Seriously, it's incredible. You NEED to see it, or (as might be the case) see it again.It's brilliant in every way and even though everyone in it is wonderful (and what a cast) Steve Martin does indeed take the crown. 'Son, be a dentist...' (Crown, dentist, gettit?  ) |
|
|
|
Post by number13 on Aug 26, 2024 20:49:21 GMT
I watched Little Shop of Horrors, which got moved up on my list on account of Matt Baume's video on Howard Ashman. (If y'all aren't subscribed to his channel, ya' really should: he does really in-depth videos on popular entertainment history through a queer lens, typically focusing on gay writers/producers/actors in old Hollywood.) Anyway, I loved the movie -- and was really shocked by just how good the puppetry was. Maybe I should've had high expectations here, because Frank Oz, but even so... it's ridiculously impressive how expressive Audrey II, for being just a bulbous head and mouth. The music was really good, too, but off-hand I can't say it reminded me much of Ashman's other work (he wrote the songs for Disney's The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin. I especially loved the final song, where Audrey II summons a bunch of little mini-mouths to function as backup/chorus singers. And then the whole kaiju sequence at the end was just ridulous, I loved every moment of it. Also, I was pretty shocked at how many big stars were in this movie. I haven't see many things with Rick Moranis in them, but he's been a highlight of all of 'em and was especially good here. But then there are also brief cameos from John Candy and Bill Murray, and Steve Martin practically steals the show with his music number. Seriously, it's incredible. You NEED to see it, or (as might be the case) see it again.Grim enough to be unenjoyable? I'm moderately fond of the TV show, but what little I've heard about the movie makes it seem so bleak and depressing I'm not sure I really want to ever watch it. Also, this reminds me, I still need to watch that last Psych movie. I'd very nearly gotten to the end of it last year, right before my dad's accident kinda through my schedule into complete disarray. I love Little Shop, and I've loved it for years. I like the ending of the stage musical a little better than the movie, but it's still a pretty great version of the show. The cast is amazing, you're right. Rick Moranis is a gem and he did a bunchof great stuff before stepping away from the industry for a while. I mean, you haven't seen the original Ghostbusters? Or Honey, I Shrunk the Kids? Spaceballs? If not, you should. Yep, me too. And how nice to find another fan of 'Spaceballs'.  All hail Dark Helmet and Master Yogurt! |
|
Kestrel
Chancellery Guard
Likes: 2,786
|
Post by Kestrel on Aug 27, 2024 10:17:57 GMT
I love Little Shop, and I've loved it for years. I like the ending of the stage musical a little better than the movie, but it's still a pretty great version of the show. The cast is amazing, you're right. Rick Moranis is a gem and he did a bunchof great stuff before stepping away from the industry for a while. I mean, you haven't seen the original Ghostbusters? Or Honey, I Shrunk the Kids? Spaceballs? If not, you should. I've seen the original Ghost Busters (and maybe the second one, too? I can't really remember) and Spaceballs, but that's about it for Moranis. I'll have to add Honey, I Shrunk The Kids to my list. Anyway, I'm thinking I'll have to pick up a copy of Little Shop of Horrors on blu-ray, 'cause A.) I'm definitely gonna want to rewatch the movie someday; and B.) I really wanna see the behind-the-scenes stuff. I think the BRD has a short documentary-type thing on it, not sure if there's a commentary track, though, but I kinda hope there is. |
|
Deleted
Deleted Member
Likes:
|
Post by Deleted on Aug 27, 2024 10:42:00 GMT
I love Little Shop, and I've loved it for years. I like the ending of the stage musical a little better than the movie, but it's still a pretty great version of the show. The cast is amazing, you're right. Rick Moranis is a gem and he did a bunchof great stuff before stepping away from the industry for a while. I mean, you haven't seen the original Ghostbusters? Or Honey, I Shrunk the Kids? Spaceballs? If not, you should. I've seen the original Ghost Busters (and maybe the second one, too? I can't really remember) and Spaceballs, but that's about it for Moranis. I'll have to add Honey, I Shrunk The Kids to my list. Anyway, I'm thinking I'll have to pick up a copy of Little Shop of Horrors on blu-ray, 'cause A.) I'm definitely gonna want to rewatch the movie someday; and B.) I really wanna see the behind-the-scenes stuff. I think the BRD has a short documentary-type thing on it, not sure if there's a commentary track, though, but I kinda hope there is. The bluray has the alternate ending too - the happy and the bleak ones. Honey I Shrunk The Kids is an OK kids film but not classic for a Moranis performance. Check out his work on SCTV with John Candy, Eugene Levy, Catherine O'Hara et al. And Strange Brew, his debut film. Streets Of Fire is a cult 80s classic with Rick in a very different role. |
|
Kestrel
Chancellery Guard
Likes: 2,786
|
Post by Kestrel on Aug 27, 2024 16:36:51 GMT
Ooh... you've certainly piqued my curiosity about Streets of Fire. I'll move that one near the top of my list I think.
And SCTV is... sketch comedy, it looks like? With John Candy? I'll definitely have to try and hunt down some of that. I *love* John Candy!
EDIT: Well, that got me in the mood for a John Candy movie, so I picked one I hadn't seen before. So I watched Brewster's Millions. It, uh... wasn't very good, but it wasn't so bad that I regret watching it. Candy was fantastic in it -- and Rick Moranis even has a (pretty underwhelming) blink-and-you'll-miss-it cameo. But Richard Pryor is the star, and he's not great -- not that the script gives him a lot to work with. The premise of the movie is really convoluted, contrived, and poorly articulated, and Pryor spends the bulk of the movie running around in a panic. It's a very one-note performance for the most part, but I did really like the "big kid" energy he had in the baseball game against the yankees -- and he transitioned well to the more serious, depressed notes the scene ended on. I'm not terribly familiar with Pryor's work, but just from that, I suspect he has better acting chops than the rest of this film might make ya' think.
|
|
|
|
Post by christmastrenzalore on Aug 30, 2024 23:53:02 GMT
CarrieIt's very well-made. I was a little aprehensious about watching it for some reason, but it really sucks you in. Though oddly, some of the scenes have weird abrupt endings, almost making it seem like an off-beat comedy. Obviously it's hard not to know what's going to happen given the films cultural legacy. In a way it made it harder to watch the happier scenes because I knew where it was going. Even got a little watery eyed. It almost seems like the film is made expecting you to know what's coming, the way it drags it out for so long. You start to wonder, maybe it won't happen. Maybe they'll change their mind, or someone will intervene. Though, it was such a build up, my adrenaline had crashed by the time the trigger was pulled.
And then the actual incident... it was OK, but I wasn't expecting it to be so... hose-centric.
Though the actual finale with the mother back at the house got me. I wasn't aware of that segment.
Man the mother was so creepy.
All those home scenes are just stressful AF.
And the nightmare jump scare.
It does such a great job misleading you, thinking it's this sombre but tender farewell scene.
Great film.
|
|
|
|
Post by aussiedoctorwhofan on Aug 31, 2024 0:59:13 GMT
CarrieIt's very well-made. I was a little aprehensious about watching it for some reason, but it really sucks you in. Though oddly, some of the scenes have weird abrupt endings, almost making it seem like an off-beat comedy. Obviously it's hard not to know what's going to happen given the films cultural legacy. In a way it made it harder to watch the happier scenes because I knew where it was going. Even got a little watery eyed. It almost seems like the film is made expecting you to know what's coming, the way it drags it out for so long. You start to wonder, maybe it won't happen. Maybe they'll change their mind, or someone will intervene. Though, it was such a build up, my adrenaline had crashed by the time the trigger was pulled.
And then the actual incident... it was OK, but I wasn't expecting it to be so... hose-centric.
Though the actual finale with the mother back at the house got me. I wasn't aware of that segment.
Man the mother was so creepy.
All those home scenes are just stressful AF.
And the nightmare jump scare.
It does such a great job misleading you, thinking it's this sombre but tender farewell scene.
Great film. The original was awesome- I read the book when I was 12.. That opening scene was so jarring.. and the end scene you mentioned.. This was a grade A Solid movie. Sissy was about 25 years old and married at the time of filming this |
|
|
|
Post by bethhigdon on Aug 31, 2024 17:15:08 GMT
Fantasia 2000 for the Disney stream
|
|
|
|
Post by mark687 on Aug 31, 2024 18:43:57 GMT
Fantasia 2000 for the Disney stream What did you think of it? I remember I thought it was a fairly good update and it could stand alongside the Original but some friends who were avid Disney fans really didn't care for it. Regards mark687 |
|
|
|
Post by bethhigdon on Sept 1, 2024 3:49:12 GMT
Fantasia 2000 for the Disney stream What did you think of it? I remember I thought it was a fairly good update and it could stand alongside the Original but some friends who were avid Disney fans really didn't care for it. Regards mark687 I've always enjoyed it. I view it more as a love letter to animation as a whole rather than direct sequel. Even though I know that's what it's supposed to be. But the og Fantasia is not really something that can be emulated in terms of historical impact and cultural importance and so I think of it as unfair to try and compare the two. |
|
|
|
Post by sherlock on Sept 1, 2024 19:13:05 GMT
Had a weekend to myself and ended up spending a lot of time in cinemas. The TerminatorA 40th anniversary re-release was in theatre, all spruced up into 4K, and as I’d never seen it before I thought I’d go along. A little intro from James Cameron played beforehand, in which he noted it was reflective of technical constraints of the time as well as social side of things. And yeah, it is very 80s. Big Government ain’t coming to save you and nuclear war is right around the corner. I enjoyed it, and honestly it holds up effects-wise.
Batman: Mask of the PhantasmAnother re-release; seems Batman’s 85th has inspired cinemas to pad out their screens with old Batman films. I’d heard about this one but never seen it, and as it’s got Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill so thought it worth a go. The story is pretty decent, wearing a lot of symbolism on its sleeve, but damn the presentation is what makes this film. The animation is gorgeous and the music is incredible. Alien: RomulusAn actually new film, albeit one mainly homaging past ones. This isn’t a big ideas sci-fi, just a bunch of characters getting caught up in horrific alien shenanigans. But said shenanigans include some very cool action sequences so that keeps things interesting. {Spoiler}
The resurrection of Ian Holm as Rook worked technically but I’m still uneasy about these CGI resurrections, even if the estate gave all the permissions in the world.
The “get away from her…you bitch” redux also felt very unnecessary. Like how Who audios love to homage certain Who lines again and again, |
|
)
All hail Dark Helmet and Master Yogurt!
