Ian Ogilvy and beautiful Stephanie Beacham. 40 minutes into and haven't noticed the time fly. This has a great pace, haunting score, and terrific foreshadowing. There's a commentary track with Ogilvy and he's very interesting to listen to.
Just watched "The Chronicles of Narnia". Awesome movie! They did a really good job in adapting the bestselling novel from C.S. Lewis who is one of my favorite authors. I'm particularly glad that they didn't water down the message behind this movie.
The acting and special effects are also first rate.
Just watched "The Chronicles of Narnia". Awesome movie! They did a really good job in adapting the bestselling novel from C.S. Lewis who is one of my favorite authors. I'm particularly glad that they didn't water down the message behind this movie.
The acting and special effects are also first rate.
Glad to hear a positive review of this movie! I'm looking forward to seeing it (when I have a chance!)
Last night I watched Unleashed--apparently known as Danny the Dog outside the U.S. An ecclectic cast--Jet Li, Morgan Freeman, and Bob Hoskins--in a truly bizarre movie. I thought of it as a sort of Oliver Twist with bone-crunching, chop-sockey death fights. For all that, though, very entertaining and surprisingly sweet-natured. Worth checking out.
Unleashed--apparently known as Danny the Dog outside the U.S.
It was titled Unleashed here in Australia, which I think is a more appropriate title than Danny The Dog.
I haven't watched it, but I do have a spare Unleashed promotional postcard, if you're interested. ?
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Just watched "The Chronicles of Narnia". Awesome movie! They did a really good job in adapting the bestselling novel from C.S. Lewis who is one of my favorite authors. I'm particularly glad that they didn't water down the message behind this movie.
The acting and special effects are also first rate.
I didn't think this opened until next week. Now that I know it's open and getting positive reviews I'll have to check it out. Thank you!
Some people would complain even if you hang them with a new rope
I apologize for anyone who liked this movie, but I gleaned virtually no entertainment from this movie. After watching Tony Shaloub play an obsessive/compulsive character with genius in "Monk", Nicolas Cage pales in comparison.
Watched the Magic Christian with Sellers and Ringo. Can't get the song out of me blasted head now, great biting satire on greed, lots of 60s cameos. One darn entertaining film to be sure...
Watched the Magic Christian with Sellers and Ringo. Can't get the song out of me blasted head now, great biting satire on greed, lots of 60s cameos. One darn entertaining film to be sure...
Would the song be "Carry on Till Tomorrow" (played under the opening titles) or "Come and Get It?" All performed by one of my all-time favorite groups, Badfinger. I've seen the movie and I really don't care for it, but the music--primo!
Alex, may I recommend The Very Best of Badfinger CD? Both songs are on it, as well as other classics like "Day After Day," "No Matter What," "Midnight Caller," and the original "Without You"--which Harry Nilsson covered and turned into a smash hit. Always happy to make a Badfinger convert!
Alex, may I recommend The Very Best of Badfinger CD? Both songs are on it, as well as other classics like "Day After Day," "No Matter What," "Midnight Caller," and the original "Without You"--which Harry Nilsson covered and turned into a smash hit. Always happy to make a Badfinger convert!
Why thanks very much for steering a soul in the right direction, Hardy! Always happy to discover great music!
I did get round to watching King Kong last night... which was very fun! although Mr Jackson, it was too darned long! some of the scenes just dragged on a little bit!
I was also surprised at the amount of kids that were in the cinema... I remember going to see Jurrasic Park and being taken out because I was crying... King Kong was far more violent!
Last fil I saw was Inferno/Coyote Moon/Desert Heat (it's one of thos three, I don't actually know), with Jean Claude Van Damme, lots of explosions, guns, death and fist fighting, pretty good.
Last fil I saw was Inferno/Coyote Moon/Desert Heat (it's one of thos three, I don't actually know), with Jean Claude Van Damme, lots of explosions, guns, death and fist fighting, pretty good.
The Chronicles of Narnia ... Not bad but not the best film I've seen this year. Was slightly disappointed to be honest. Some of the effects were excellent but some were a little suspect. My 8 year old thought it was a bit boring in parts. Tilda Swinton and Liam Neeson were excellent as usual.
Last night (my time) I saw Goodnight and Good Luck. A brilliant film, it featured superb performances, aparticularly from David Strathairn who played journalist Edward R. Murrow. My only quibble is that there wasn't a huge amount of character development. Nonetheless I loved it.
"He’s a man way out there in the blue, riding on a smile and a shoeshine. And when they start not smiling back—that’s an earthquake. and then you get yourself a couple of spots on your hat, and you’re finished. Nobody dast blame this man. A salesman is got to dream, boy. It comes with the territory." Death of a Salesman
Watched The Island, I enjoyed it but as usual Michael Bey (The Director)went too far in a couple action scenes. The premise of the movie (cloning people for spare parts)was interesting and the cast Ewan McGregor, Scarlett Johansson and Sean Bean were very good. I think one more script rewrite and a lttle bit of editing and this movie would have been great.
Sat down and watched the much malinged Disaster Royale. (In terms of production of course)
This film might weave more then an Ali butterfly but it is also highly enjoyable at times. Joanna Pettet's Mata Bond steals a place in my heart. Her trip to the West Germany elite Espionage school being a major highlight. I would have liked to have seen more of Mata.
Barbara Bouchet (also one of my favorite Trek girls) is absolutely, positively super sizzling.
I also enjoyed the song. Have no fear Bond is here.
Murderer's Row, with Dean Martin as Matt Helm! I love the Matt helm films and I'm still trying to find the "Matt Helm Lounge" boxed set of all four films on DVD, my VHS copy of of Murderer's Row is wearing out!
I saw Walk the Line a couple of nights ago. Good biopic with strong performances from Joaquin Phoenix (considering he looks nothing like Johnny Cash he was downright extraordinary) and Reese Witherspoon. . .and, man, can those two SING! As I watching the movie, though, I couldn't help but think how similar it is to Ray. This isn't a knock; just an observation about how great talent often seems to come from the same circumstances.
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I watched The Jerk on my X-Mas eve. It was an early X-Mas gift from my buddy. I watched it today and thought the movie was great. Correct me if I'm wrong but this was Steve Martins big screen film debut, and he was perfect. I don't want to give anything away, but my DVD is the 26th anniversay edition. If that seems strange see the movie and you should understand. 5 out of 5 stars.
Some people would complain even if you hang them with a new rope
Today is Boxing Day, and, as has become a tradition of late, I went to the movies.
I had 3 films I was interested in seeing (in order of interest):
The Legend Of Zorro
King Kong (released on the 14th but I still hadn't seen it)
The Chronicles Of Narnia
I picked King Kong, and I was very pleased that I did! The characters, and how they related to one another, were all extremely compelling. I was actually caring about them and wanting to know more about them (This rarely occurs for me outside of Bond films, because I'm a cold, heartless individual) and I guess you put this down to director Peter Jackson, because I felt the same way about the characters of The Lord Of The Rings trilogy.
I was thinking to myself "I actually don't care if they meet Kong or not, please continue with just these characters!". However, when Kong does arrive (around the 40 minute mark), WOW! it's amazing. The action really picks up, and we also get to learn about this creature, and what drives him.
The characterisation of Kong, Ann Darrow, the film crew, and how they relate to each other, is what really drives this story though. When the action kicks in, if you don't have an emotional bond with the characters, then who cares if they live or die, right? Well hold onto your hats folks and prepare to be moved!
The performances by the entire cast, even the second & third-string characters, were terrific! I usually dislike Naomi Watts, but her performance as Ann Darrow was just brilliant, and she looked amazing too!
I give King Kong 5 out of 5!
Next week, it's The Legend Of Zorro!!!
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The Jerk... Correct me if I'm wrong but this was Steve Martins big screen film debut
According to Leonard Maltin's Movie Encyclopedia, you're almost correct.
His first role was in Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (1978).
His next film, The Jerk (1979) was his first lead role.
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The Jerk... Correct me if I'm wrong but this was Steve Martins big screen film debut
According to Leonard Maltin's Movie Encyclopedia, you're almost correct.
His first role was in Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (1978).
His next film, The Jerk (1979) was his first lead role.
Thanks asio for the tid-bit of info.
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Ian Ogilvy and beautiful Stephanie Beacham. 40 minutes into and haven't noticed the time fly. This has a great pace, haunting score, and terrific foreshadowing. There's a commentary track with Ogilvy and he's very interesting to listen to.
The acting and special effects are also first rate.
Glad to hear a positive review of this movie! I'm looking forward to seeing it (when I have a chance!)
I haven't watched it, but I do have a spare Unleashed promotional postcard, if you're interested. ?
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I didn't think this opened until next week. Now that I know it's open and getting positive reviews I'll have to check it out. Thank you!
Also the original King Kong on DVD! Man, I can't wait for Jackson's take on this legend!
I apologize for anyone who liked this movie, but I gleaned virtually no entertainment from this movie. After watching Tony Shaloub play an obsessive/compulsive character with genius in "Monk", Nicolas Cage pales in comparison.
Would the song be "Carry on Till Tomorrow" (played under the opening titles) or "Come and Get It?" All performed by one of my all-time favorite groups, Badfinger. I've seen the movie and I really don't care for it, but the music--primo!
Carry On Till Tomorrow is, simply put, one beautiful, awesome tune. I want to purchase this soundtrack.
Agree about the film's weirdness, definitely a three or four drink movie.
I was also surprised at the amount of kids that were in the cinema... I remember going to see Jurrasic Park and being taken out because I was crying... King Kong was far more violent!
Was Inferno the film with Ray Liotta in?
I'd also to like to thank Bueno Vista Entertainment for re-releasing B gems from Corman. More please.
This film might weave more then an Ali butterfly but it is also highly enjoyable at times. Joanna Pettet's Mata Bond steals a place in my heart. Her trip to the West Germany elite Espionage school being a major highlight. I would have liked to have seen more of Mata.
Barbara Bouchet (also one of my favorite Trek girls) is absolutely, positively super sizzling.
I also enjoyed the song. Have no fear Bond is here.
I had 3 films I was interested in seeing (in order of interest):
The Legend Of Zorro
King Kong (released on the 14th but I still hadn't seen it)
The Chronicles Of Narnia
I picked King Kong, and I was very pleased that I did! The characters, and how they related to one another, were all extremely compelling. I was actually caring about them and wanting to know more about them (This rarely occurs for me outside of Bond films, because I'm a cold, heartless individual) and I guess you put this down to director Peter Jackson, because I felt the same way about the characters of The Lord Of The Rings trilogy.
I was thinking to myself "I actually don't care if they meet Kong or not, please continue with just these characters!". However, when Kong does arrive (around the 40 minute mark), WOW! it's amazing. The action really picks up, and we also get to learn about this creature, and what drives him.
The characterisation of Kong, Ann Darrow, the film crew, and how they relate to each other, is what really drives this story though. When the action kicks in, if you don't have an emotional bond with the characters, then who cares if they live or die, right? Well hold onto your hats folks and prepare to be moved!
The performances by the entire cast, even the second & third-string characters, were terrific! I usually dislike Naomi Watts, but her performance as Ann Darrow was just brilliant, and she looked amazing too!
I give King Kong 5 out of 5!
Next week, it's The Legend Of Zorro!!!
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His first role was in Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (1978).
His next film, The Jerk (1979) was his first lead role.
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Outside of the Bond films, this is probably my favorite film!
Thanks asio for the tid-bit of info.