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i love watching movies and am waaaay into music (all kinds on both counts) and love talking about and exchanging suggestions on both subjects. i'm happy to make new friends with which i have anything in common or are interesting (and MCT compatibility doesn't hurt either). Oh, and a suggestion: this is not MySpace, you really should rate movies... seriously.
Please also note that I am married, and am not here to make a "love connection" or any such nonsense, I HATE-HATE-HATE SPAM(!) and spammers, and WIDGETS (glittery or otherwise) ANNOY ME TO NO END! furthermore, MUSICAL WIDGETS are absolutely LOATHSOME. Other than the pet peevey stuff noted above, I really am an agreeable chick. ;) Peace!  girlybat
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Chinjeolhan geumjassi (Lady Vengeance) (Sympathy for Lady Vengeance)
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visually stunning at times and seriously painful to watch at others. though the plot took a while to build, it was sooooo worth it. you better have a hanky at the end, if you see it with me anyway.
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Blow Out
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One of my all time favorites. Dark and dramatic, and political without being boring. This is by far my favorite Travolta movie. Lithgow is wonderful--he plays the villain so well.
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The Dark Knight
by Nicolaïposted 6 hours ago -
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The X-Files: I Want to Believe (The X Files 2)
by DavidTo begin with I don't want to give away much in the way of plot details here but the new X files movie is a stand-alone story in the tradition of some of the early episodes of the series
To make this review as short and sweet as possible I have to give kudos to the writers for keeping true to the original series in two respects. The movie did not give in to a pitfall that had doomed many summer films in my eyes. There were no overly complicated special effects or plot lines. The film makers managed to keep the simplicity of the storytelling from the series while also giving depth to the story and characters.
They were also able to brilliantly include some of the classic X-Files humor that fans and newbies alike will be able to appreciate. From subtle references to inside jokes fans have known about for years, to new classic 'awkward' moments, this movie definitely stays true to the original series.
The few pitfalls I found were not big, and maybe they only bugged me but maybe its because I'm such a X Files nerd, but I found a couple to be just strange enough to warrant mention.
some minor spoilers ahead*************************
First, there are a few references to the original series that are not completely solid; the most important of which is the reference to Mulder and Scully's son, William. The way he is referenced in the movie, newbies to the X-Files could be led to believe that William died. He is actually still alive, living with his adoptive parents after Scully was forced to give him up to protect him
Also, I would have enjoyed a more mythology based plot. I guess the argument for this would be that it has been too long since the show ended. The movie is aimed at people new to the X-Files, so I guess they wanted to go with a safe bet to gain new fans. Perhaps we will see more mythology if and when we see an XF3.
Despite a few minor problems I really enjoyed this movie and fans and even nonfans of the show should enjoy it.Hey, you should really see this!
posted 7 hours ago -
Hey, just saw this movie and was laughing my butt off. it is crude, and if your not into gross stuff then I'd stay away. Anyway, I saw both Farrell and Reilly on Leno last night and they showed a trailer from the movie so I was curious. This might not be everyone's cup of tea but I liked it. :)
Step Brothersposted 8 hours ago -
Come see this movie with me...One brain wants to LOVE, the other brain wants to KILL!!
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Seraphim Falls
by MarkEnjoyable if predictable tale of two men linked forever to the past. "Falls" short in the end.
If you are a big fan of either costar you will probably enjoy this one.
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L'Armée des ombres (Army in the Shadows)
by El HombreHeroism to Melville isn't the pretty picture Hollywood gives us in its' sanitized war films. This is a grim film where those pursuing a noble cause don't have the opportunity to even enjoy it as they must be prepared for the possible worst.
Melville's filmmaking style is slow and deliberate giving the viewer an anti-heroic account of the early days of French resistance to the Nazi Occupation which is both restrained and terrifyingly tense.
Hey, you should really see this!
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A Thousand Clowns
by KevinYou know those little movies that you absolutely LOVE but hardly anyone else has ever heard of? Those movies that you watch and wonder why no one ever talks about them or praises them or includes them in their list of favorites? Do you know those movies? Well this is one of those movies.
Jason Robards is a middle-aged, unemployed bachelor who is raising his 12-year-old nephew (Barry Gordon) in the heart of New York City. When confronted by representatives from NY social services, Robards is faced with the choice of either conforming to "acceptable" standards (getting a job) or risk losing his nephew to the bureaucracy of the child welfare system.
I have an affinity for cerebral comedies and this is definitely one of the best I've ever seen. It stimulates the mind, tickles the funny bone and touches the heart.
*Thank you Audrey and Stella for bringing this wonderful, wonderful film to my attention!This film is so deeply entrenched in New York City it almost drips big-apple juice, but it still has a French New Wave feel about it. Oscar nominated for best picture, losing out to "The Sound of Music" - I had never even heard of it until a couple of my Flixster friends brought it to my attention, a favor for which I'm forever grateful!
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The Dark Knight
by RayTo say this was an accomplishment is the biggest understatement of the new century.
Heath Ledger, this is what this movie was always going to be about and whether he died or not it didn't matter because the joker is the heart and soul of this movie. Ledger creates something phenomenal. The last time i felt that way about a character was Hannibal Lecture played by Anthony Hopkins.
The movie itself starts on a such high note, it must be one of the best introduction to such an amazing character. Easily one of the best opening sequence you will see this year.
I can type all day about every scene he was in and how perfect he did it but just do yourself a favour and watch it 3 times or more to understand the brilliance he put into the character.
Everyone else does a great job too and gets perfect screen time. The story pans out wonderfully and ends on a high note.
I can't help but feel sadness as the hype is over now but we can celebrate an actor who really was onto something special.Hey, you should really see this!
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Dementia 13 (The Haunted and the Hunted)
by Stellafrancis ford coppola's first film, produced by roger corman; a kind of gothic homage to psycho. cheesy but fun! and u can watch it here: http://www.archive.org/details/Dementia_13
very, very low budget
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The Wool Cap
by scottwilliam h macy will never top his roles in the likes of fargo boogie nights and magnolia but hes found a place in tv movies, door to door,,a slight case of murder,, panic,, and focus being notable aceptions, and heres another, in which he co wrote as a mute, who comes into contact with a homeless girl, and takes her in, trying his best to get a secure home, as always macy is a acting talent, no words but ful of emotion, a story that never rises above tv movie status, but a enjoyable piece
william h macy, leading role
posted 2 days ago -
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The Mist
by MarkFatal flaw, a scary movie that isn't scary. A more apt title would be "Gone With the Mist". Thumbs down.
Hey, you should really avoid this! Couldn't stand the stereotypical bible thumping character played by Marcia Gay Harden, although I do enjoy her work. Didn't like the ending either. Big thumbs down!
posted 3 days ago -
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Mamma Mia!
by MarkSunny, lively and entertaining, perfect for Summer '08 viewing ! If you are a fan of Abba you shouldn't miss this! Recommended.
Hey, you should really see this, especially if you enjoy the music of ABBA !
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I recommend you see...
The Dark Knight
by David
To start off here. I've been a Batman fan since I was child. I do remember reading all of the comics I could get my hands on. As with most kids I had alot of comics I would read but Batman was always the top pick for me. He was the one that was real to me. No superpowers, just a ordinary man who has built up his mind and body to perfection in a attempt to rid Gotham City of the kind of criminal element that took his parents away from him as a child. I do remember thinking of Batman as I was reading the comics back then ( and I still do) that maybe in his mind he figures that if he puts away enough villians that in the end he will get to see his parents alive one last time. A kids way of thinking I guess but thats one thought I had from my childhood about him that always stuck with me. Then in my teens the film series started. The previous film series started out promising with Batman 1989, not a great film but a good start. Each film that followed got worse until we hit the lowest of the low with" Batman And Robin" a film so bad that I haven't been able to sit through the entire thing to this day. I have to admit things looked bleak for the Batman live action films . To me I could at least say I had the animated series to fall back on and the great animated film " Batman Mask Of The Phantasm" which anyone who hasn't seen this film should check it out as soon as possible. Then Christopher Nolan entered the picture and helped bring life back to the Batman live action films. I will begin my Dark Knight review with this, hype can be the undoing of an undeserving movie. And I've never seen a movie in my lifetime with more hype than The Dark Knight ( maybe except for Batman 1989). Between the return of The Joker and Two-Face to the big screen, the tragic death of Heath Ledger and the fact that it was following one of the most realistic and best comic based movies ever, the pressure was on Chris Nolan and his cast to deliver. And not only did they, but they hit it out of the park. The plot was finely crafted to make every scene, every character, important to the film. To make a long story short and simple, Harvey Dent is trying to clean up Gotham through the "proper" channels, basically acting as Batman's lawful counterpart. The Joker, however, would rather watch the city burn (figuratively). Heath Ledger dissolved into the sick, twisted role in a way I've seen very few actors do and deserves to be commended, regardless of his untimely passing. Its been a while since I could say that something made my skin crawl until The Joker tells the story (or at least A story) of how he got his facial scars. That along with the pencil trick which made me jump in my seat.
Gotham's need for a hero is glorified in this film. And so is it's hate for that same hero. A masked hero is not a hero at all. He is more like a vigilante who is to be arrested on sight. For it is he who has brought darkness upon them. Hence, they await a 'White Knight'. One who does not need to hide his face from the people. One whose identity is known by all and sundry. One who fears nothing. We find ourselves witnessing sacrifice. Then again, it isn't merely the sacrifice of a person, or even many, for the sake of something good in the end. It is the sacrifice of oneself.
The genius of Christopher Nolan brings to us the sequel of Batman Begins, a revamp to the entire saga of Batman on the big screen. A film that helped change the way the entire world looked at comic book superheroes. The Dark Knight succeeds in taking it not just one, but a couple of steps further. Christian Bale is still the same under that black mask. Heath Ledger's portrayal of The Joker is not just terrifying or shocking, it is beyond belief. That voice, that walk, that laugh! It is nothing short of haunting. Then there is Aaron Eckart, playing Harvey 'Two-Face' Dent, who is just as good. Everyone in this film is spot on. Everything about it is a revelation.
It's two and a half hours long. The dialogue is gripping. It is absolutely magnificent seeing something like this on the big screen. The entire concept of Batman wanting to go back to becoming Bruce Wayne and be done with his superhero days, and how he tries to achieve that by glorifying Harvey Dent, the DA of Gotham City, goes deep into the character of Bruce Wayne. Bruce Wayne is, after all, only human. The character of The Joker, his want to give Gotham a 'better class of criminal', to prove that 'when the chips are down, civilized people will eat each other' shows us an entire different side of the common people.
Going back to The Joker, he is perhaps the most complex villain created in comic book history and giving him a simple 'bad guy' tag would not be doing justice to him. The wonders they have done with him is unbelievable. He robs millions of dollars only to burn it. He is indeed a man one 'does not understand'. He is one who 'just want to watch the world burn'. The film is a work of art, often obscure. The sequences have been made with the utmost attention to detail, the last 45minutes being absolutely outstanding.
While Heath deserves the most attention for the Joker, the rest of the cast deserves some extra praise. Christian Bale is excellent as both playboy Bruce Wayne and the dark knight. Aaron Eckhart plays the ying to Batman's yang until the accident that scars him, turning into a madman with a purpose. Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman both show their old charm and Maggie Gyllenhaal steps in and does a very good job replacing Katie Holmes. To sum up here since I feel I might be rambling, this is an epic comic book masterpiece that I feel fans and even non fans of Batman will enjoy. Simply one of the bestHey, you should really see this!
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