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Sound of Noise?
Article ITT I attempt to review every movie I've seen.
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Damn, how have I not heard of this film till now?
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Finally got to see Gods of Egypt and yeah it was bad... But the place was empty and me and some friends were kinda drunk so we had a blast ripping on it. But wow was it awful.
Anyways, going to try and catch 10 Cloverfield Lane. I need to see Goodman in something better then Inside Llewyn Davis. My god what a bore and unlikable person/movie that was...
Anyways, going to try and catch 10 Cloverfield Lane. I need to see Goodman in something better then Inside Llewyn Davis. My god what a bore and unlikable person/movie that was...
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Yeah, my theater was a little too full and surprisingly into it to riff on it.
I need to see 10 Cloverfield Lane. I also want to see where Abrams is taking this whole Cloverfield thing. As far as I can tell this one has nothing to do with the first film and from the sound of it, this one isn't going to be the last one either.
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Title: The Castle of Cagliostro
Year: 1979
Country of Origin: Japan
Director: Hayao Miyazaki
Plot: After a successful casino heist, gentleman thief Ars?ne Lupin III discovers that the whole take is made up of counterfeit bills. Instead of getting sour about it, he decides to track down the counterfeiter and take over his business.
Review: So if you haven't heard of Lupin the Third, and given that it's not really aired on US television you probably haven't; Lupin the Third follows thief Lupin III and his crew as they pull off heists around the world while being chased by Interpol inspector Zenigata. I watched some of the anime back in 2003 when Adult Swim was airing the few episodes that managed to get dubbed. It's a fun show and if you have Hulu or I think also Crunchyroll, it's worth checking out.
Anyway, The Castle of Cagliostro is the second film based on Lupin the Third and is also the first feature film directed by famed director Hayao Miyazaki. It's an all around solid film; the plot is fun dealing with kidnapped princesses, massive counterfeiting operations, and mysterious treasure. The pacing is breezy and the film provides some pretty exciting action sequences. It does feel a little dated though, the film is definitely comes off as a product of the 70s. That's, of course, not to say that the animation doesn't look great for it's time, because it does.
Overall, this isn't really a must see classic. I know there are a lot of people who will seek this film out because it is the first film from Miyazaki and if you are a fan of his work, then totally go for it. Everyone else though, it's a solid piece of work, but one that didn't impress me all that much. It's a film that I wish was in my VHS collection when I was 8, because that would have been awesome. Today though, I am happy to have seen it, but that's about it. So if you're curious or a fan of Miyazaki's work, then check it out. It's not a bad film, but nothing to write home about either.
[7.5/10]
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I think Tom Hardy should just take over every mantel of films being brought back that aren't exactly remakes. Just continuations of the same characters, no explanation of the sudden change. Just he's the new guy now and everyone accepts it.
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I wish, I was actually a little excited about the Chris Pratt rumors...heck anyone but Ford and Spielberg. On the bright side though, Lucas' name has not been attached and given his relationship with Disney he might just stay out of the project all together. Given that Lucas is one of, if not the main, reason why Indy four blew, this might just be an alright movie.
I have, but it's been a decade since I last sat down and saw the film. I would need to see it again before I would be comfortable writing a review.
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Title: Bullitt
Year: 1968
Country of Origin: US
Director: Peter Yates
Plot: When hard nosed San Francisco police Lieutenant Frank Bullitt is personally asked by a local up and coming politician to protect his star witness in a committee hearing on the mob, he treats it like any other assignment. After it all goes sideways though, Bullitt wants answers and maybe even a little blood.
Review: So, for most people, the main reason why Bullitt is remembered is because of its amazing car chase. And, while yes it does have an amazing and iconic car chase sequence, there is also a pretty solid police thriller beating at the center of this film. That's not to say the film's plot will set the world on fire, but its central mystery is strong enough to keep things interesting. Of course, this is helped by Yates' direction who adds a certain degree of stylistic pizzazz to the production...and not to mention pulls together on impressive car chase sequences that takes full advantage of San Francisco's verticality.
The cast is solid as well, McQueen seems to be made for the role; which isn't all that surprising since he was the one who put the project together in the first place. Everyone else is convincing and pull their own. All in all, Bullitt is a solid police thriller and one well worth checking out. Sure, it's a little dated at this point, but still provides more than enough to keep everyone engaged.
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Title: Batman
Year: 1989
Country of Origin: US
Director: Tim Burton
Plot: A man dressed as a bat tries to stop a man with a skin condition from destroying Gotham City.
Review: I'll be honest here, I had not seen this film all the way through till a couple of days ago. This, of course, makes the film pretty difficult to review since a lot has changed for the franchise since 1989. For one, the camp that used to be a dependable part big screen Batman films has since given way to an oppressively grim tone. This film feels like the product of a long forgotten era, where inserting the odd Prince song into your film seemed to be a solid idea. Where Michael Keaton was apparently a bankable action star and Tim Burton was still considered a visionary film maker.
The film itself feels a little clunky with its characterization of Batman. It must be odd writing an introduction for a character as iconic as Batman, so that might explain why Burton and company chose to skip most of it. Sure, we're are still treated to seeing Bruce Wayne's parents murder, (which I think might be the 16th time I've seen this event happen in one way or the other) but all in all we sort of pick up with Batman in the full swing of things. One thing that is kind of interesting with this iteration of Batman is his willingness to straight up kill people...a lot of people. See below for evidence:
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Keaton is decent in the role though, pulling off the brooding Bruce Wayne and the campy Batman. The rest of the cast is fine, Jack Nicholson does a solid job with the Joker and he's fun in the role. Kim Basinger is...uhh...ok as Vicki Vale, I guess she's fine with what she is given. What really makes the film tick though is its art style. Burton manages to capture a sprawling and dark Gotham where everything is filtered through Burton's twisty Gothic aesthetics. Most of the this is created through some pretty solid matte paintings. Like, look at this:
Freaking amazing. What's not amazing is the film's pacing and some really shoddy roughhousing with the Batman mythos. This film really begins to drag near the end, like they could have shaved a healthy 15 minutes and not miss a beat. As for the mythos and here are some spoilers:
having the Joker be the one to have killed Bruce's parents might makes sense from a dramatic standpoint, but was still a crap move for Burton. It turns Batman's motives from an altruistic one to just flat out revenge, so when Batman literally kills The Joker it feels more murdery than it would have otherwise. Also, Alfred taking Vicki Vale into the Batcave is not this film's finest hour.
For the most part, Batman is alright. It's a campy take on a character that today is anything but campy. It has it's strengths and it's it weaknesses...and a couple of oddly place Prince songs, but all in all it's still a fun way to kill two hours.
[7/10]
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Title: Lifeforce
Year: 1985
Country of Origin: US
Director: Tobe Hooper
Plot: Hmm, let's see if I can actually sum this one up. In 1986, a team of scientists visit the passing Halley's Comet only to find an alien ship in its coma. They enter the ship to find it's crew of bat like creatures all dead, but also find three human looking creatures in stasis chambers. Being idiots, they take them all on board...and this is where things go amazingly off.
Review: Lifeforce is based on a novel called The Space Vampires and yes, this is a film about space vampires. Also no, this film is far crazier than what you're currently imagining. I'm actually a little taken aback that this film hasn't cultivated a larger cult following. I hadn't heard about this film until I saw it mentioned in a documentary on Canon Films. It's an oddball of a film and one that defies pretty much all exceptions that you could have. If you like 'B' movies, see this one and go in blind, do not read up on a synopsis and watch it with friends. It's a magically dumb viewing experience.
[7.5/10]
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I don't think I have ever seen Lifeforce, but man does it sound right up my alley for a fun weekend with some beer and friends.
Wonder if you hear the news about this possible gem?
http://deadline.com/2016/02/netflix...re-under-the-shadow-brahman-naman-1201698246/
I have had it on my book list to read but have been slowly going down it. I don't think I'll finish it before it release on Netflix it seems. Currently going through the Old Man Trilogy but I love the very unique spin on bringing someone from the past into the new era.
As long as it's not Brenden Fraser again... Please just leave him and is career in the 90s
Wonder if you hear the news about this possible gem?
http://deadline.com/2016/02/netflix...re-under-the-shadow-brahman-naman-1201698246/
I have had it on my book list to read but have been slowly going down it. I don't think I'll finish it before it release on Netflix it seems. Currently going through the Old Man Trilogy but I love the very unique spin on bringing someone from the past into the new era.
As long as it's not Brenden Fraser again... Please just leave him and is career in the 90s
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Man, I have heard nothing about Look Who?s Back...but I'm psyched to know that Netflix will have it in...5 days.
Oh, poor Brenden Fraser. Your boyish good looks may have faded, but the memory of your first Mummy movie will always remain in my heart.
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Yeah, like I said in the review...there was just something about that film that rubbed me the wrong way. Possibly, it's because I have just seen the same plot archetype way too many times that Lucky Number Slevin came off feeling derivative instead of fresh.
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