mozza Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 'Doctor Sleep', if you liked the 'Shining' you need to watch this. Solid 8/10? Wolfie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r4derby Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 Watched Xmen: Dark Phoenix on Disney Plus, having only read and heard terrible reviews. I was expecting the worst film possible. You know what, it ain't bad. Lots of big names actors playing roles fairly well. Story is a bit light, and action scenes can be a bit a long due to being stretched out. But it certainly wasn't the worst film I've seen. Not sure I need to watch it again. Gilles Sunu/10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie Posted November 9, 2020 Share Posted November 9, 2020 (edited) The Gift (Currently free on Amazon Prime) "A married couple, Simon and Robyn, move to LA and run into Gordo, an old acquaintance. Things take a turn when Gordo begins to drop in unannounced at their house and inundates them with mysterious gifts". Directorial debut for Joel Edgerton, who also wrote the twisty-turny screenplay and plays the Gordo character. Really enjoyed this & how it plays with familiar thriller/horror tropes to keep you on your toes and build tension. First time I've seen Jason Bateman in a serious role (the husband) & he's really good in this. Made in 2015 but it rang a few bells with me regarding a certain US politician. No more clues. Really good. 9/10. Edited November 9, 2020 by Van Wolfie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jubbs Posted November 9, 2020 Share Posted November 9, 2020 18 hours ago, TimRam said: Baby Driver is excellent. Everyone I know recommended it and finally got to watch 9/10. One of my favourite films. Soundtrack is amazing. Edgar Wright is a creative genius, all his films are amazing. Can't wait for his next film. TimRam 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoetheRam Posted November 9, 2020 Share Posted November 9, 2020 Halloween (2018) - hate 'horror' films but this was so bad it was good. Enjoyable and silly. Theo Robinson. Fear (1996)- Extremely young Mark Wahlberg and Reese Witherspoon are the stalker and stalkee in this slasher/thriller. Starts off slowly but at least is rooted somewhat in reality and the basic premise of "a father's worst nightmare" is set up well, but then about half way through it changes pace and becomes incredibly stupid. The denouement of the end fight scene has the most over-dramatic death/fall since Platoon which I actually LOL'd at. Strange story/writing choices and odd direction from James Foley (who makes it feel like an hour and a half TV special for a series that was never made) combine to make this a Gary Teale. The acting is overall OK, despite Wahlberg's irritatingly quiet voice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Sagan Posted November 14, 2020 Share Posted November 14, 2020 The Bodyguard was on the tellybox just now. I'd forgotten what a magnificent piece of filmmaking it is. Kevin Costner at the height of his powers. Whitney is everything. I feel I didn't appreciate her when she was alive. And watching it always reminds me that I was upgraded into a top-floor suite at Miami's Fontainebleu Hilton one time when they screwed up my room booking. 9/10!! angieram 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostyn6 Posted November 14, 2020 Share Posted November 14, 2020 Parasite : got to admit, i had misconceptions about this film prior to watching it. For some reason, maybe the title, I thought this was horror based, but no. I absolutely loved it, found it exciting and funny in some places. Well worth a watch. Chris Martin/10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramit Posted November 16, 2020 Share Posted November 16, 2020 Tampopo (Dandelion) A Japanese film about one woman's quest, with the help of dedicated assistants to make the perfect noodles. A wonderfully quirky, bizarre and funny film that could only have come out of Japan Top marks 10/10 Comrade 86 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chester40 Posted November 16, 2020 Share Posted November 16, 2020 19 minutes ago, ramit said: Tampopo (Dandelion) A Japanese film about one woman's quest, with the help of dedicated assistants to make the perfect noodles. A wonderfully quirky, bizarre and funny film that could only have come out of Japan Top marks 10/10 Sounds terrible on paper I'm afraid ...are you a film critic?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sith Happens Posted November 16, 2020 Share Posted November 16, 2020 29 minutes ago, ramit said: Tampopo (Dandelion) A Japanese film about one woman's quest, with the help of dedicated assistants to make the perfect noodles. A wonderfully quirky, bizarre and funny film that could only have come out of Japan Top marks 10/10 how long was it on? I mean making perfect noodles consists of removing foil lid, filling with hot water to the line, leave for 2minutes, add sachet, eat. maybe 4 minutes tops ? 10 if you include eating them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramit Posted November 16, 2020 Share Posted November 16, 2020 37 minutes ago, Chester40 said: Sounds terrible on paper I'm afraid ...are you a film critic?? In a bowl, a bowl, never on paper. Nah, just a film buff with a taste for the unusual Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chester40 Posted November 16, 2020 Share Posted November 16, 2020 3 minutes ago, ramit said: In a bowl, a bowl, never on paper. Nah, just a film buff with a taste for the unusual Yeh....Your top 11 films are they likewise obscure and unusual...how many are subtitled and largely unknown? Always happy to try something different but just plain arty and highbrow I will swerve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostyn6 Posted November 16, 2020 Share Posted November 16, 2020 35 minutes ago, Sith Happens said: how long was it on? I mean making perfect noodles consists of removing foil lid, filling with hot water to the line, leave for 2minutes, add sachet, eat. maybe 4 minutes tops ? 10 if you include eating them. Hope you’re talking about Green Curry Bang Bang noodles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramit Posted November 16, 2020 Share Posted November 16, 2020 (edited) 12 minutes ago, Chester40 said: Yeh....Your top 11 films are they likewise obscure and unusual...how many are subtitled and largely unknown? Always happy to try something different but just plain arty and highbrow I will swerve. Quite a few i suppose, but my favorites change with the wind and my current mood. Give it a try, you might enjoy it and be hungry for a bowl of ramen after, or during. The quality is pretty bad, but a restored version is available somewhere it is said. Not allowed to be embedded, but this is it. Yes, there are subtitles. Would you prefer it without? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6pSCTfOFdA&t=3923s i found this little gem by listening to Edward Norton talking about his 5 most loved films. He's weird too apparently. Edited November 16, 2020 by ramit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chester40 Posted November 16, 2020 Share Posted November 16, 2020 5 minutes ago, ramit said: Quite a few i suppose, but my favorites change with the wind and my current mood. Give it a try, you might enjoy it and be hungry for a bowl of ramen after, or during. The quality is pretty bad, but a restored version is available somewhere it is said. Not allowed to be embedded, but this is it. Yes, there are subtitles. Would you prefer it without? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6pSCTfOFdA&t=3923s i found this little gem by listening to Edward Norton talking about his 5 most loved films. He's weird too apparently. I'm good with subtitles, and Ed Norton is one of my favourite actors. Thanks ramit 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkFruitsRam7 Posted November 16, 2020 Share Posted November 16, 2020 Daddy's Home 2. Okay for the most part but a really weird ending. Struggling to think of a player analogy / 10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r4derby Posted November 17, 2020 Share Posted November 17, 2020 On 16/11/2020 at 20:08, DarkFruitsRam7 said: Daddy's Home 2. Okay for the most part but a really weird ending. Struggling to think of a player analogy / 10. Okay with a weird ending - how about Tyrone Mears? DarkFruitsRam7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil62uk Posted November 17, 2020 Share Posted November 17, 2020 My name is Lenny The insight to Lenny McClean , the horrific childhood he suffered , his battles with Roy Shaw , His obsession to become the GOVERNOR , His battles with drink and bullying ..a sad and tragic tale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie Posted November 19, 2020 Share Posted November 19, 2020 On 08/11/2020 at 18:08, mozza said: 'Doctor Sleep', if you liked the 'Shining' you need to watch this. Solid 8/10? I actually prefer the TV mini-series of The Shining to the film. Kubrick's direction and visuals for the film are wonderful and iconic but I couldn't say I actually found it that scary. The TV version is much more faithful to the book and better for it IM(and Stephen King's)O Haven't seen Doctor Sleep yet but recorded it the other day, so look forward to seeing it this weekend. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Posted November 19, 2020 Share Posted November 19, 2020 Jojo Rabbit. A young boy grows up idolising Hitler, to the extent Adolf is his imaginary friend, only to discover a Jewish girl is hiding in his house. Almost impossible to describe, in some ways it's a slapstick comedy set during WWII, yet at times the humour is more subtle and dark. In other places its moving and stark. It should be a mess, yet somehow it's not. In fact, I'd say it's one of the very best films I've seen lately. Brilliantly written, directed and performed. Jim Smith/10 Mostyn6 and sage 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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