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1/27/12 at 6:15pm
jeff bridges 'crazy hearts', here at the nursing home.
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1/27/12 at 6:25pm
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Watched: War of the Worlds (1953)


I absolutely LOVE this version of the War of the Worlds. There is just something about this movie that resonates with me.

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post #6603 of 7697
1/28/12 at 1:10pm
I am not sure why i took so long to finally watch Kick-Ass but my wife and I really enjoyed this one. I really had no clue what to expect from this movie but i am glad i finally watched it and I strongly recommend anyone who likes a different spin on things along with violence gore and profanity! Tis movie was done well! And the girl who played Hit-Girl reminds me of watching Natalie Portman in The Professional...she is that good!
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post #6604 of 7697
1/28/12 at 1:51pm
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And the girl who played Hit-Girl reminds me of watching Natalie Portman in The Professional...she is that good!

Chloë Grace Moretz is quite good. She gives a fun natural performance in a small role in 500 Days of Summer (a really fun and authentic movie). And she's landed a number of big parts, including leading roles in Let Me In (2010, not the original - 2008) and Scorsese's Hugo. Someone to watch, for sure.
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post #6605 of 7697
1/28/12 at 4:58pm
Watched In Time (2011)
3.7/5 (amazon 3.2/5 even distribution, imdb 6.6/10, rotten tomatoes 37%, Decent Films C+)
Budget: $40,000,000
PreDVD Gross: $103,200,000 (6 January 2012)

A mix of
- Gattica (hmm, same director)
- Bonny and Clyde
- a few reasonable car chases
- an excuse to put a lot of 25 year olds on the screen
- an excuse for every time cliché ever. Time is money
- Logan's Run The Television Series

Lots of plot holes, but from the moment I met his mother I was willing to forgive a lot.
I didn't know the name of the lead actor, and I think that helps a lot.

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In the not-too-distant future the aging gene has been switched off. To avoid overpopulation, time has become the currency. The rich becoming essentially immortal, while the rest beg, borrow or steal enough hours to make it through the day. He ends up on the run from a police force known as 'time keepers'.
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post #6606 of 7697
1/29/12 at 3:02am
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Originally Posted by kezug View Post

I am not sure why i took so long to finally watch Kick-Ass but my wife and I really enjoyed this one. I really had no clue what to expect from this movie but i am glad i finally watched it and I strongly recommend anyone who likes a different spin on things along with violence gore and profanity! Tis movie was done well! And the girl who played Hit-Girl reminds me of watching Natalie Portman in The Professional...she is that good!

I can't help but think that Hit Girl reminds me of Bindi Irwin of the crocodile hunter fame on crack. Bizarre but compelling to watch. I loved this movie too!
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post #6607 of 7697
1/29/12 at 5:37am
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Originally Posted by kezug View Post

I am not sure why i took so long to finally watch Kick-Ass but my wife and I really enjoyed this one. I really had no clue what to expect from this movie but i am glad i finally watched it and I strongly recommend anyone who likes a different spin on things along with violence gore and profanity! Tis movie was done well! And the girl who played Hit-Girl reminds me of watching Natalie Portman in The Professional...she is that good!

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I can't help but think that Hit Girl reminds me of Bindi Irwin of the crocodile hunter fame on crack. Bizarre but compelling to watch. I loved this movie too!

Yup,

Kick-A$$ is one of those "surprising" films that you don't expect much out of and then BAM it delivers. This movie is not what I consider "my cup of tea" type of movie but yet I really liked it. I think it is a lot like some other movies that have that distinct "love it or hate it" line. Hangover was the same for me as well. I love the movie, but it was not my typical type of movie I usually watch.

If you two have not seen Sucker Punch, you might like it as well. Hey it has chicks and guns. What's not to like.

Regards,

RTROSE
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post #6608 of 7697
1/29/12 at 6:01am
I have the same issue with both kickass and hangover. The concept that it's okay to put kids in movies doing adult things. A baby masturbating? Really? Isn't that illegal to film? And having an adolescent girl with a mouth like that?

I liked both movies otherwise, particularly kickass, but I can't support Hollywood and society crossing this line. It's just not funny, and A good step in the direction of child porno.
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post #6609 of 7697
1/29/12 at 6:53am
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I have the same issue with both kickass and hangover. The concept that it's okay to put kids in movies doing adult things. A baby masturbating? Really? Isn't that illegal to film? And having an adolescent girl with a mouth like that?

I liked both movies otherwise, particularly kickass, but I can't support Hollywood and society crossing this line. It's just not funny, and A good step in the direction of child porno.


Tony,

Which film was this in, as I don't remember it? As you know you and I pretty much see eye to eye on most of the films we see. There are somethings that if they would just leave out of the film, it would be a much better product and the only thing you loose is the "shock value". As for the "foul mouthed girl" have you heard teens talking in this day in age? Maybe not to this extreme, but it is rough. Not saying it is right by any means, but I feel this is becoming more the norm than the exception to the rule. Unfortunately money speaks and people vote with their wallet and these films make lots of money so Hollywood continues to make them.

There are many films that come to mind that have an "R" rating that would have been just as good if not better if "toned down" somewhat. Obviously this is just my opinion.

Up for viewing next is Dolphin Tail or is it Tale? Anyway here is hoping that it is a redeeming story with lots of positive elements and feelgood moments. I can hope right?

I also made a blind purchase on Real Steel, I'm hoping this one delivers as well.

Regards,

RTROSE
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post #6610 of 7697
1/29/12 at 9:00am
'the hive', w tom wopat. bunch of ants want to take over some island.
almost good.
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post #6611 of 7697
1/29/12 at 10:28am
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'the hive', w tom wopat. bunch of ants want to take over some island.
almost good.

Have you seen Meteor (2009) with Billy Campbell and Marla Sokoloff?
It's almost bad.

5.5) divinely inspired
5) excellent
4) very good
3) good
2) not awful
1) bad
0) almost bad
-5) 37% of viewers commit seppuku (hari kari) during the film. 22% report bleeding eyes and ears due to self mutilation for self preservation. Spin doctors boast of 50% survival rate.
-10) caused the distruction of the universe. See phenomonology for your current perception.
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post #6612 of 7697
1/29/12 at 10:55am
I couldn't resist, and realize this isn't the place to stage my platform. it is so true that the only thing you'd loose if toned down would be shock. The baby scene is at the restaurant in The Hangover. They take his hand and do the motion while making jokes.

Dolphin tail will please you for being wholesome, but it was a bit overboard tacky.

Back to your regular program.
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post #6613 of 7697
1/29/12 at 11:27am
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I couldn't resist, and realize this isn't the place to stage my platform. it is so true that the only thing you'd loose if toned down would be shock. The baby scene is at the restaurant in The Hangover. They take his hand and do the motion while making jokes.

Back to your regular program.

Hi Tony,
I actually really enjoyed the Hangover. It brought some sort of originality to the whole male road trip genre. However, I do have to agree with you on the baby incident. There are some things that just need to be off limits to Hollywood and this is one of them. Its not a movie for children in any way, but it's something that I think all adults can do without seeing. Just unnecessary given the number of other laughs in what was otherwise pretty funny (yet shocking) entertainment.
I most certainly have a problem with the uber violent Hollywood fare these days. Seems that grotesque violence is accepted ( look at the Saw franchise and hostel films) but these are deemed to be mainstream teen viewing. Desensitizing kids to such violence will lead to a whole generation of affected people. I'm not proclaiming a return to the 1950's, but unless it's historical or important to show the violence (saving private Ryan et al) do we really need such grotesque images confronting us every day?
Again, you're probably right, this is not the platform. But there are gaping double standards which really should be addressed.
Just my 2c.
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post #6614 of 7697
1/29/12 at 3:32pm
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Originally Posted by Dingaling2004 View Post

Hi Tony,
I actually really enjoyed the Hangover. It brought some sort of originality to the whole male road trip genre. However, I do have to agree with you on the baby incident. There are some things that just need to be off limits to Hollywood and this is one of them. Its not a movie for children in any way, but it's something that I think all adults can do without seeing. Just unnecessary given the number of other laughs in what was otherwise pretty funny (yet shocking) entertainment.
I most certainly have a problem with the uber violent Hollywood fare these days. Seems that grotesque violence is accepted ( look at the Saw franchise and hostel films) but these are deemed to be mainstream teen viewing. Desensitizing kids to such violence will lead to a whole generation of affected people. I'm not proclaiming a return to the 1950's, but unless it's historical or important to show the violence (saving private Ryan et al) do we really need such grotesque images confronting us every day?
Again, you're probably right, this is not the platform. But there are gaping double standards which really should be addressed.
Just my 2c.


Hear, hear......Well said. I don't want to go back to the 50's either (unless it is in a Delorian). But I especially want to say that I'm 100% in agreement with your statement regarding Saving Private Ryan, and The Passion of the Christ as well to name another one. I thought that the level of violence and how it was important to the events of the story being told was appropriate and in no way resembled a "slasher" type of film.

On a side note, I can't remember the baby scene in The Hangover at all. Curious that I wouldn't as that would have really grabbed my attention. Hmmmmm.....Interesting.

Now off my soap box and back to movie reviews........GO!

Regards,

RTROSE
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post #6615 of 7697
1/29/12 at 5:35pm
Just watched The Greatest Movie Ever Sold. Documentry done by Morgan Spurlock (Super Size Me, 30 Days) and it is awesome. All about product placement in the movies we love. I finished it on Netflix minutes ago.
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post #6616 of 7697
1/30/12 at 3:41am
Just watched cowboys and aliens on bluray. Not quite sure what to make of it. The word that keeps coming to mind is bizarre. I love westerns and I love sci-fi but would never have thought to put them together. It was interesting and actually pretty enjoyable. Daniel Craig is a sure bet when it comes to acting... Yet to see him in a bad movie and IMHO is way up there in terms of the best in the Bond franchise. Harrison Ford does a good job as well. Technically, the film was excellent. Fantastic cinematography and surround sound usage. Great extension in parts as well. This was a blind buy and I will watch it again. Now that I know what to expect I may find more in the film to enjoy. I think it's s pretty solid 7.5 /10.
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post #6617 of 7697
1/30/12 at 5:30am
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I couldn't resist, and realize this isn't the place to stage my platform. it is so true that the only thing you'd loose if toned down would be shock. The baby scene is at the restaurant in The Hangover. They take his hand and do the motion while making jokes.

Dolphin tail will please you for being wholesome, but it was a bit overboard tacky.

Back to your regular program.

An interesting set of posts following my comments on Kick-Ass. I, for one, hated, absolutely hated Hangover. I usually like movies like that but Hangover just did not appeal to me at all.

I do have Dolphin Tail in queue and will be watching it this weekend.
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1/30/12 at 6:45am
THIS POST SOUNDS PREACHY. SKIP IT IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A MOVIE REVIEW

I've been posting from the iPad and am new to "thumb typing". So I was shorter and less articulate than I wanted to be. But several of us are on a similar page here.

I have absolutely no issue with violence or language from the likes of SPR and Gladiator, etc. It has a purpose for the story. Kick Ass would have been better for me if the girl had been a bit older. What was she in the story? like 12? I think the actress is 12 if I'm not mistaken. Outside of her age, it was a fantastic movie!

Anyway, it seems the last several dozen comedies we've seen tend to throw one or two lines in that would make most people cringe with shock. I know that line happened when my wife and I turn and look at each other with that "did he just say that" look.

It sure enough seems to be what sells these days. But, my Daddy always taught me that just because everyone else is doing it doesn't make it right. Crossing those lines is a slippery slope, and I need to do a better job of predicting where the slopes are. For instance, we have not and will not rent Hangover II. I know I'm missing some genuinely funny moments, but that may be the price to keep the trash out of my house.

It at first seems an easy solution to say it's your choice whether you rent something or not. But they hide this crap in things you wouldn't suspect. All the innuendos in kids movies. I can't think of an example, so I'll make this scene up. Take a movie like "Cars". It would be typical Hollywood to throw in a joke about Mater's big lug nuts. It means nothing to the kids, so they must think that the parents in the audience need a nut joke? Really, I'm sitting there with my two six year old boys....I DON'T NEED A NUT JOKE! I can laugh at a nut joke as much as the next guy, but I'm usually not with the guys when at a Disney film.
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post #6619 of 7697
1/30/12 at 6:47am
Mr. Poppers Penguins- I think it was good for the kids, but for me....not enough "nut jokes".

Courageous- Very much enjoyed this one! Got it as a gift for my birthday and am sure to watch it many times. Good to see Sherwood Films progressing in their film making. Facing Giants is still my favorite of theirs.
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post #6620 of 7697
1/30/12 at 7:35am
Rented Real Steel over the weekend. I'm usually skeptical and worry that I will be let down when a movie has widespread phrase. No need for me to have hesitated with this one. A very good family popcorn flick (4.0/5.0). The idea of robot boxing in the near future is believable (in this movie 2014 is referenced as the recent past). That said; here is the hokie part >> the vehicles shown in this movie are all dated, however at least the PCs, remote handsets, and smart phones appeared to be futuristic. The audio was not quite a bass workout but it was indeed worthy. I rented this one, and should have bought it, still might..
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1/30/12 at 4:38pm
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THIS POST SOUNDS PREACHY. SKIP IT IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A MOVIE REVIEW

I've been posting from the iPad and am new to "thumb typing". So I was shorter and less articulate than I wanted to be. But several of us are on a similar page here.

I have absolutely no issue with violence or language from the likes of SPR and Gladiator, etc. It has a purpose for the story. Kick Ass would have been better for me if the girl had been a bit older. What was she in the story? like 12? I think the actress is 12 if I'm not mistaken. Outside of her age, it was a fantastic movie!

Anyway, it seems the last several dozen comedies we've seen tend to throw one or two lines in that would make most people cringe with shock. I know that line happened when my wife and I turn and look at each other with that "did he just say that" look.

It sure enough seems to be what sells these days. But, my Daddy always taught me that just because everyone else is doing it doesn't make it right. Crossing those lines is a slippery slope, and I need to do a better job of predicting where the slopes are. For instance, we have not and will not rent Hangover II. I know I'm missing some genuinely funny moments, but that may be the price to keep the trash out of my house.

It at first seems an easy solution to say it's your choice whether you rent something or not. But they hide this crap in things you wouldn't suspect. All the innuendos in kids movies. I can't think of an example, so I'll make this scene up. Take a movie like "Cars". It would be typical Hollywood to throw in a joke about Mater's big lug nuts. It means nothing to the kids, so they must think that the parents in the audience need a nut joke? Really, I'm sitting there with my two six year old boys....I DON'T NEED A NUT JOKE! I can laugh at a nut joke as much as the next guy, but I'm usually not with the guys when at a Disney film.

+1 Well said.


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Mr. Poppers Penguins- I think it was good for the kids, but for me....not enough "nut jokes".

Courageous- Very much enjoyed this one! Got it as a gift for my birthday and am sure to watch it many times. Good to see Sherwood Films progressing in their film making. Facing Giants is still my favorite of theirs.

I figured you would really like Courageous. It is a really really good film.

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Rented Real Steel over the weekend. I'm usually skeptical and worry that I will be let down when a movie has widespread phrase. No need for me to have hesitated with this one. A very good family popcorn flick (4.0/5.0). The idea of robot boxing in the near future is believable (in this movie 2014 is referenced as the recent past). That said; here is the hokie part >> the vehicles shown in this movie are all dated, however at least the PCs, remote handsets, and smart phones appeared to be futuristic. The audio was not quite a bass workout but it was indeed worthy. I rented this one, and should have bought it, still might..

Blind buy for me, have not had a chance to watch it though. My son said it was really good though, but he is 13 and some of his other "recommendations" have been a little suspect.

Dolphin Tale - Netflix DVD - Well if you are looking for a "Family Friendly" film that will basically appeal to all but the most hardened family members this just might be the movie for you. This movie has lots of positive elements, very little or maybe even no cursing, no violence to speak of, and can be a little sappy at times. A feel good story that doesn't throw the typical Hollywood message in your face repeatedly. I can recommend this to even your 80 year old grandma. I would rate this a 3.5/5 on the story and a 3/5 for the visuals. You have a great excuse to have some stunning ocean footage, but the thing I kept thinking was that the CGI dolphin's were just so so done. Of course Mrs. RTROSE did not comment on the CGI, she though it all looked great. Sigh, sometimes I wish I could just watch a film and yet not "watch" it.

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RTROSE
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1/30/12 at 5:14pm
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THIS POST SOUNDS PREACHY. SKIP IT IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A MOVIE REVIEW

I've been posting from the iPad and am new to "thumb typing". So I was shorter and less articulate than I wanted to be. But several of us are on a similar page here.

I have absolutely no issue with violence or language from the likes of SPR and Gladiator, etc. It has a purpose for the story. Kick Ass would have been better for me if the girl had been a bit older. What was she in the story? like 12? I think the actress is 12 if I'm not mistaken. Outside of her age, it was a fantastic movie!

Anyway, it seems the last several dozen comedies we've seen tend to throw one or two lines in that would make most people cringe with shock. I know that line happened when my wife and I turn and look at each other with that "did he just say that" look.

It sure enough seems to be what sells these days. But, my Daddy always taught me that just because everyone else is doing it doesn't make it right. Crossing those lines is a slippery slope, and I need to do a better job of predicting where the slopes are. For instance, we have not and will not rent Hangover II. I know I'm missing some genuinely funny moments, but that may be the price to keep the trash out of my house.

It at first seems an easy solution to say it's your choice whether you rent something or not. But they hide this crap in things you wouldn't suspect. All the innuendos in kids movies. I can't think of an example, so I'll make this scene up. Take a movie like "Cars". It would be typical Hollywood to throw in a joke about Mater's big lug nuts. It means nothing to the kids, so they must think that the parents in the audience need a nut joke? Really, I'm sitting there with my two six year old boys....I DON'T NEED A NUT JOKE! I can laugh at a nut joke as much as the next guy, but I'm usually not with the guys when at a Disney film.

Yes, well said!

I recall how much I enjoyed the latest Muppet movie because it was genuinely good family wholesome fun.

I am looking forward to seeing Dolphin Tale as this should be similar.
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1/31/12 at 6:12am
getting ready to watch Red tonight. Has anyone seen it?
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1/31/12 at 10:18pm
Transformers 3- 3D Good Depth, excellent sound, good supersized popcorn flick...
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1/31/12 at 10:19pm
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getting ready to watch Red tonight. Has anyone seen it?

Saw a clip on the CES demo disc, it is on my to watch list...
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2/1/12 at 7:14pm
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Red - Netflix DVD - Well I was completely expecting to get a popcorn flick and that is exactly what Red is. Nothing super special, but overall an entertaining movie. Did like the scene where Willis calmly gets out of the car as it is spinning round and the rear bumper of the car just misses him and fires off more rounds than the magazine could possibly hold. To his credit I think there is a reload there, maybe not, I can't remember. Grab the popcorn and a few buddies or brews or whatever and enjoy. 3.5/5

Regards,

RTROSE


This was my take. FWIW YMMV

Regards,

RTROSE
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2/1/12 at 8:47pm
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getting ready to watch Red tonight. Has anyone seen it?

Red 2008
Red 2010

I'm sure you'll enjoy either of them.
Both are equally good, in very different ways.
My reviews are here.
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post #6628 of 7697
2/1/12 at 8:52pm
[QUOTE For instance, we have not and will not rent Hangover II. I know I'm missing some genuinely funny moments, but that may be the price to keep the trash out of my house.[/quote]

You didn't miss anything on hangover 2. It was more of the same formula from the first but without the laughs. And more crude. Most of the funny parts were on the trailers and by the time I saw those parts in the movie they had lost their amusement value. Rest easy my friend - you missed nothing!
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post #6629 of 7697
2/2/12 at 2:26am
Watched Sucker Punch. To preface, the only thing I knew of this film was what I had seen on Scuba Steve's home theatre demo disc. All I can say is WOW.... It sure has been a week for bizarre movies, following on from Cowboys and Aliens. This is one of those films that I just lost myself in for the whole movie and when the credits started rolling, I took a deep breath. Ultra violent, with plenty of adult themes, it was like matrix mixed with Moulon Rouge and a million other strange parts that came together to become an interesting viewing experience. I really liked it actually, and although the ending was a little predictable, I thought that the movie had a fairly positive message of self empowerment. One of the lines from the film was 'if you don't stand for anything.... You'll fall for everything'. It ain't Socrates but it's an interesting and thought provoking film... If you can get past the violence. 7.75 out of 10.
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post #6630 of 7697
2/2/12 at 5:24am
Thanks Greg, I'll sleep better now.

When I first read you were reviewing Sucker Punch I immediately thought of how much I did not enjoy it. Then I read your comments and got to thinking....Is my wife influencing me that much? I mean, it was good looking, aggresive, half naked women running around with guns??? Why would I be so hard on it?

Honestly, I (we) must recognize the conditions when we watch and review a movie. I'm sure Sucker Punch would have gotten a higher rating from me if it had been Greg and I with a few beers. But it wasn't...it was my wife and I with a glass of milk and her piercing glares.

I remember my own comments when first seeing "Pulp Fiction" as a single, young 20 something. I loved it! Thought it to be a brilliant commentary on the current numbness to violence. I wonder if I first saw it today as an old, whipped bald dude what my reaction would be? Senseless violence? probably.

PS: I have a wonderful wife. I only made her out to be evil for purposes of this post.
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