Movies

[streakygopher]

Goodfella's is outstanding and the fact the piece of crap movie dances with wolves beat Goodfella's out for best picture still me off.

I didn't mind Dances With Wolves, but it was not even close to Goodfellas in most every important category, not least Best Picture.

[The Rube]

"Wiseguy," which is the book that Goodfellas is based on, is a great read. There are actually a LOT of direct quotes that are the same in the book as the movie, and Henry Hill himself that the movie is about 95% true (including the Spider story; apparently Spider is buried in some back yard).

Yeah I really liked how it was more or less the same as the movie but in greater detail and it tied up some loose ends that the movie skimmed over. I need to read Casino by Pillegi too.

Goodfella's is outstanding and the fact the piece of crap movie dances with wolves beat Goodfella's out for best picture still me off.

That wasn't the first time Scorcese got screwed over either. Taxi Driver and Raging Bull lost out to Rocky (LOL) and Ordinary People respectively.

1. Yes, kinda fleshed out the story nicely.
2. Hence the rumor that his Gangs Of NY Oscar (IIRC) is rumored to be an apology sort of thing

[Zwak]

2. Hence the rumor that his Gangs Of NY Oscar (IIRC) is rumored to be an apology sort of thing

Actually it was The Departed.

[st8ofhockey]

2. Hence the rumor that his Gangs Of NY Oscar (IIRC) is rumored to be an apology sort of thing

Actually it was The Departed.

When you look at Scorsese's accomplished resume, it certainly comes off that way. IMO, I'd place GoodFellas, Casino, Raging Bull, and even Shutter Island ahead of tDeparted.

[The Rube]

2. Hence the rumor that his Gangs Of NY Oscar (IIRC) is rumored to be an apology sort of thing

Actually it was The Departed.

Thank you. I couldn't remember, and was too lazy to look it up.

[Zwak]

2. Hence the rumor that his Gangs Of NY Oscar (IIRC) is rumored to be an apology sort of thing

Actually it was The Departed.

Thank you. I couldn't remember, and was too lazy to look it up.

I've often felt that The Oscars is not a good way of judging if a movie is any good or not, at least nowadays. It's become more of a popularity contest. Movie studios spend LOTS of money marketing their particular movie/actor/actress for an Oscar.

[Armadillo]

Those "Bucky Larson" commercials make me want to take a cheese grater to whoever that guy is's private areas.

[MATT]

Those "Bucky Larson" commercials make me want to take a cheese grater to whoever that guy is's private areas.

his name is nick swarsdon and he's "one of us" -- he was born in minneapolis and went to st paul central hs. annoying commercials, for sure.

[The Rube]

Those "Bucky Larson" commercials make me want to take a cheese grater to whoever that guy is's private areas.

his name is nick swarsdon and he's "one of us" -- he was born in minneapolis and went to st paul central hs. annoying commercials, for sure.

Tried to watch his standup. Key word is tried. IIRC, about one funny line for every twenty or so.

[magoose]

Starship Troopers was so bad they did two more sequels to show they could make a worst movie each time.

Starship Troopers was fantastic. 2 and 3? Not so much.

The good shower scene does not make this a good movie.

[Zwak]

'Bucky Larson' gets 0% on Rottentomatoes.com

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/b ... e-0-234103

Did anyone see it?

[Armadillo]

Those "Bucky Larson" commercials make me want to take a cheese grater to whoever that guy is's private areas.

his name is nick swarsdon and he's "one of us" -- he was born in minneapolis and went to st paul central hs. annoying commercials, for sure.

No, no...not Swardson. The idiot in the commercial who says "I know you're gonna see this movie, 'cuz I just hypnotized ya!" or whatever the crap he's blathering on about.

As far as "one of us" comedians go, give me Mitch Hedberg any day of the year.

[MATT]

Those "Bucky Larson" commercials make me want to take a cheese grater to whoever that guy is's private areas.

his name is nick swarsdon and he's "one of us" -- he was born in minneapolis and went to st paul central hs. annoying commercials, for sure.

No, no...not Swardson. The idiot in the commercial who says "I know you're gonna see this movie, 'cuz I just hypnotized ya!" or whatever the crap he's blathering on about.

As far as "one of us" comedians go, give me Mitch Hedberg any day of the year.

ah, this guy?

[eddieshore]

Late to the party, by a couple years but I just finished watching Gran Torino.

Loved it. Eastwood was incredible.

[gopherguy06]

Saw Contagion over the weekend. The reviews online are mixed. Curious what people thought. That the story was interesting, but developed very slowly. Was hoping to get a big twist as there was no real climax and just kind of moved through the story. Cool concept and idea though.

[Zwak]

The forecast calls for a 100% chance of me seeing 'Drive' this weekend.

[Jupiter]

Albert Brooks is supposed to be really good in that movie.

I highly recommend following Albert on Twitter. He usually only tweets once or twice a day, but it's good stuff. Follow @albertbrooks on Twitter.

[Zwak]

Albert Brooks is supposed to be really good in that movie.

I highly recommend following Albert on Twitter. He usually only tweets once or twice a day, but it's good stuff. Follow @albertbrooks on Twitter.

i follow him too. Steve Martin is good too (@stevemartintogo)

A little off topic but the funniest person I follow on Twitter is Eric Stangel. He's a writer for Letterman but tweets a lot about sports (@ericstangel)

[Jupiter]

Tweet from: @albertbrooks

Just came back from a morning showing of DRIVE. To make it like 3D I stabbed 6 people in the theater

[The Rube]

Natural Born Killers.

awesome movie. I liken it to "The Wall" for my generation: totally ed up movie, with a message, done smartly.

Although, I still wonder what Tarantino would have done differently with the script. I mean, Stone and Tarantino are both nuts, it's just a different kind of crazy between them.

[rowshkex]

My grad school professor is contemplating having a class field trip to go see Contagion...

[Dances With Gophers]

[Hobey Baker]

Anyone see Lion King 3D .. is it worth it???

[trixR4kids]

2. Hence the rumor that his Gangs Of NY Oscar (IIRC) is rumored to be an apology sort of thing

Actually it was The Departed.

Thank you. I couldn't remember, and was too lazy to look it up.

I've often felt that The Oscars is not a good way of judging if a movie is any good or not, at least nowadays. It's become more of a popularity contest. Movie studios spend LOTS of money marketing their particular movie/actor/actress for an Oscar.

This is most definitely true. IMDB isn't perfect but it's about as close to an objective rating as you're gonna get. Obviously it has its share of flaws too.

The road warrior is definitely better than 7.8/10

Natural Born Killers.

awesome movie. I liken it to "The Wall" for my generation: totally ed up movie, with a message, done smartly.

Although, I still wonder what Tarantino would have done differently with the script. I mean, Stone and Tarantino are both nuts, it's just a different kind of crazy between them.

I think the script is out there and you can read it. Obviously that's only part of what makes a film.

[The Rube]

Tarantino's script of NBK was drastically altered when Stone made it into a movie. Tarantino has basically dis-owned the movie because of the massive changes, hence my wondering what his version would have been.

[Beauner]

Natural Born Killers.

awesome movie. I liken it to "The Wall" for my generation: totally ed up movie, with a message, done smartly.

Although, I still wonder what Tarantino would have done differently with the script. I mean, Stone and Tarantino are both nuts, it's just a different kind of crazy between them.

This review made me order it on Amazon. It better be worth it.

[streakygopher]

Natural Born Killers.

awesome movie. I liken it to "The Wall" for my generation: totally ed up movie, with a message, done smartly.

Although, I still wonder what Tarantino would have done differently with the script. I mean, Stone and Tarantino are both nuts, it's just a different kind of crazy between them.

This review made me order it on Amazon. It better be worth it.

In the interest of "fair and balanced," I found not one redeeming quality about that movie. Not one.

[The Rube]

Natural Born Killers.

awesome movie. I liken it to "The Wall" for my generation: totally ed up movie, with a message, done smartly.

Although, I still wonder what Tarantino would have done differently with the script. I mean, Stone and Tarantino are both nuts, it's just a different kind of crazy between them.

This review made me order it on Amazon. It better be worth it.

To put it as simply as I can, without ruining any plot points, surprises, etc. It's Oliver Stone unleashed on LSD, with a satire on today's entertainment media (think: TMZ, Entertainment Tonight, etc). Except this was done in the early 90's before the internet really became what it is.

And Tommy Lee Jones plays a part that is (for me) amazing, and totally not his usual role. Finally: there's a certain kinda cameo that reallllllllllllly breaks type. You'll know it when you see it.

[Beauner]

Natural Born Killers.

awesome movie. I liken it to "The Wall" for my generation: totally ed up movie, with a message, done smartly.

Although, I still wonder what Tarantino would have done differently with the script. I mean, Stone and Tarantino are both nuts, it's just a different kind of crazy between them.

This review made me order it on Amazon. It better be worth it.

To put it as simply as I can, without ruining any plot points, surprises, etc. It's Oliver Stone unleashed on LSD, with a satire on today's entertainment media (think: TMZ, Entertainment Tonight, etc). Except this was done in the early 90's before the internet really became what it is.

And Tommy Lee Jones plays a part that is (for me) amazing, and totally not his usual role. Finally: there's a certain kinda cameo that reallllllllllllly breaks type. You'll know it when you see it.

Good call.
Just finished watching it. ing awesome.
Totally agree that it would be interesting to see what Tarantino would have done.

Let me guess: the cameo was Rodney Dangerfield?

[trixR4kids]

Tarantino's script of NBK was drastically altered when Stone made it into a movie. Tarantino has basically dis-owned the movie because of the massive changes, hence my wondering what his version would have been.

Right but isn't the original tarantino script out there? I thought it was.

[The Rube]

Natural Born Killers.

awesome movie. I liken it to "The Wall" for my generation: totally ed up movie, with a message, done smartly.

Although, I still wonder what Tarantino would have done differently with the script. I mean, Stone and Tarantino are both nuts, it's just a different kind of crazy between them.

This review made me order it on Amazon. It better be worth it.

To put it as simply as I can, without ruining any plot points, surprises, etc. It's Oliver Stone unleashed on LSD, with a satire on today's entertainment media (think: TMZ, Entertainment Tonight, etc). Except this was done in the early 90's before the internet really became what it is.

And Tommy Lee Jones plays a part that is (for me) amazing, and totally not his usual role. Finally: there's a certain kinda cameo that reallllllllllllly breaks type. You'll know it when you see it.

Good call.
Just finished watching it. ing awesome.
Totally agree that it would be interesting to see what Tarantino would have done.

Let me guess: the cameo was Rodney Dangerfield?

Cameo: correct.

[Gopherguy05]

For all the people in my age group.....this feels like closure.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1605630/

[Zwak]

Has anyone seen the trailer for the new Adam Sandler movie "Jack & Jill? It looks horrible.

[george]

Has anyone seen the trailer for the new Adam Sandler movie "Jack & Jill? It looks horrible.

Duh.

[Snowcool08]

Has anyone seen the trailer for the new Adam Sandler movie "Jack & Jill? It looks horrible.

I have seen the trailer and it does look awful. Sandler was also responsible for the Bucky Larson porno star that came out a few weeks ago. I know this because in an interview, Nick Swardson basically threw him under the bus saying all these movies come from the great mind of Adam Sandler. I'm sure Sandler doesn't care because if you put his name in front of a movie, there's always some group of loyal fans that will go see it no matter what.

[dxmnkd316]

For all the people in my age group.....this feels like closure.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1605630/

Fantastic. I'm honest to God excited as hell for this movie. The American Pie Trilogy is fantastic.

[Armadillo]

For all the people in my age group.....this feels like closure.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1605630/

Fantastic. I'm honest to God excited as hell for this movie. The First American Pie Trilogy is fantastic, the second is fine, and the third is room temperature diarrhea.

That's better.

[dxmnkd316]

2 > 3 > 1

[Tee09]

Must be that new math.

[Armadillo]

2 > 3 > 1

You're obviously on a dangerous psychotropic trip right now, and should be hospitalized for your own good, and the good of society at large.

[dxmnkd316]

I still laugh my ass off when I watch #2. Which isn't to say I don't roll on the ground laughing from the first. I just thought the second was a bit better. #3 was ranked second because while it kept most of the humor low brow, it was still a much more mature movie.

[The Rube]

The American Trilogy for me:

1: awesome. hilarious.
2. quality, not as funny as the first, but worthy.
3. putrid. Only funny scene was the Stifler eating poop, and obviously that was the low-brow of low-brow. I actually wish I had that time spent back.

As for this "finale," since from what I see the whole cast is back, I will give it a fair shot.

[Armadillo]

The American Trilogy for me:

1: awesome. hilarious.
2. quality, not as funny as the first, but worthy.
3. putrid. Only funny scene was the Stifler eating poop, and obviously that was the low-brow of low-brow. I actually wish I had that time spent back.

As for this "finale," since from what I see the whole cast is back, I will give it a fair shot.

I agree with everything you've written here. Now, has anyone actually subjected themselves to the four (I had to look up the number) direct-to-DVD movies branded with "American Pie?"

[dxmnkd316]

I watched five minutes of one and never touched the remaining movies. Terrible, TERRIBLE movies.

[Slap Shot]

Watched Das Boot for the first time in about 20 years. It was pleasantly as exceptional as it was then and very much stood the test of time. It's not just a war movie, but one that explores heroism, patriotism, fear and explored the confined spaces of life in an underwater tin can. Absolutely brilliant.

[The Rube]

Watched Das Boot for the first time in about 20 years. It was pleasantly as exceptional as it was then and very much stood the test of time. It's not just a war movie, but one that explores heroism, patriotism, fear and explored the confined spaces of life in an underwater tin can. Absolutely brilliant.

Oh please tell me you watched the longest version available. Why? It's brilliant. 20 minutes of nothing? Well, that's part of war. That movie blew me away.

[dxmnkd316]

20 minutes of nothing? Reminds me of 2001: A Space Odyssey. Such an awful movie.

[Slap Shot]

Watched Das Boot for the first time in about 20 years. It was pleasantly as exceptional as it was then and very much stood the test of time. It's not just a war movie, but one that explores heroism, patriotism, fear and explored the confined spaces of life in an underwater tin can. Absolutely brilliant.

Oh please tell me you watched the longest version available. Why? It's brilliant. 20 minutes of nothing? Well, that's part of war. That movie blew me away.

I did and it was awesome.

[The Rube]

20 minutes of nothing? Reminds me of 2001: A Space Odyssey. Such an awful movie.

Don't dis Das Boot until you see it. I had some doubts. Was blown away.

[Armadillo]

20 minutes of nothing? Reminds me of 2001: A Space Odyssey. Such an awful movie.

Here's what we've learned tonight: dx thinks that American Wedding is a better movie than 2001: A Space Odyssey.

I'll take my leave and let that one sink in for a bit.

[Greyeagle]

I'm with dx on 2001, boring and overhyped.

[Chris83]

I'm with dx on 2001, boring and overhyped.

Went to the movies with the girl across the street when I was 14 at the Cina Theatre in WSP. She got to choose between "American Graffiti" or a re-release of "2001: A Space Odyssey"; she chose "2001". Let's just say that the luckiest I got that evening was when the movie ended. Ugh.

[george]

20 minutes of nothing? Reminds me of 2001: A Space Odyssey. Such an awful movie.

Here's what we've learned tonight: dx thinks that American Wedding is a better movie than 2001: A Space Odyssey.

I'll take my leave and let that one sink in for a bit.

And he likes the wave and Terra Nova. Surprised he's not a Sue or Bucky fan with that kind of taste.

[dxmnkd316]

2001 is an awful movie. Period. Same with Clockwork Orange. Both are so terrible I had to turn them off.

[streakygopher]

2001 is an awful movie. Period. Same with Clockwork Orange. Both are so terrible I had to turn them off.

Sometimes I think people gush over movies they're supposed to like. Could not agree more that Clockwork and 2001 are hideously boring. Another one on that list is Hollywood's favorite, Citizen Kane.

[The Rube]

I liked Clockwork. I don't think it was OMGWTFBBQ, but it was good in a tremendously ed up way.

[Armadillo]

I liked Clockwork. I don't think it was OMGWTFBBQ, but it was good in a tremendously ed up way.

This.

[Slap Shot]

I liked Clockwork enough to recommend it, 2001 bored the living crap out of me.

[Zwak]

Here's a trailer for a movie that opens this Friday that I know Jup is going to want to see.

http://thecitydark.com/#/Trailer

[Kelly Red]

Here's a trailer for a movie that opens this Friday that I know Jup is going to want to see.

http://thecitydark.com/#/Trailer

What's the big freakin' deal, you can buy Glow-in-the-Dark stars for your bedroom ceiling.
Just kidding, just kidding.

[dxmnkd316]

Scott Pilgrim vs. The World. What a great movie. I loved every minute of it.

[Armadillo]

Scott Pilgrim vs. The World. What a great movie. I loved every minute of it.

Agreed. Innovative, fast-paced, keeps your interest.

[psych]

Scott Pilgrim vs. The World. What a great movie. I loved every minute of it.

Agreed. Innovative, fast-paced, keeps your interest.

I just watched it yesterday on HBO...couldn't get halfway through it. I thought it was just awful. Agree to disagree I guess.

[Beauner]

Went and saw 50/50 tonight.
Was thoroughly surprised at the quality of the movie. I wasn't sure what to expect. I love JG-L in the stuff I've seen him in, but wasn't sure what to expect out of Seth Rogen in a movie like this.
I think they worked really well together in the movie.
I'd definitely recommend it if you were on the fence like I was.

[dxmnkd316]

Went and saw 50/50 tonight.
Was thoroughly surprised at the quality of the movie. I wasn't sure what to expect. I love JG-L in the stuff I've seen him in, but wasn't sure what to expect out of Seth Rogen in a movie like this.
I think they worked really well together in the movie.
I'd definitely recommend it if you were on the fence like I was.

If you like JGL movies, check out Brick. Easily one of the best movies I've ever seen.

[gopherguy06]

Went and saw 50/50 tonight.
Was thoroughly surprised at the quality of the movie. I wasn't sure what to expect. I love JG-L in the stuff I've seen him in, but wasn't sure what to expect out of Seth Rogen in a movie like this.
I think they worked really well together in the movie.
I'd definitely recommend it if you were on the fence like I was.

I agree, was definitely a good mix of comedy and seriousness. I really liked it. For some reason, Anna Kendrick's character bugged me at first with her awkwardness, but it grew on it. I really liked her in Up in the Air.

[The Rube]

Daybreakers

Nice little sci-fi/horror movie. About the world being 95% REAL vampires, and blood supply is just about out. Usually not a fan of the gore-type movies, and this is just about the right limit for that. Good premise, and I kinda liked it. It was a good watch.

[Kelly Red]

I saw this film last week and it was surprisingly good. Albert Brooks goes against type and is stunning in his quiet menace.

Not sure how much longer it will be around, but it would be a good renter when released.

[Tee09]

I saw this film last week and it was surprisingly good. Albert Brooks goes against type and is stunning in his quiet menace.

Not sure how much longer it will be around, but it would be a good renter when released.

I was disappointed because I expected more driving. You know, like a Fast and Furious type film.

[Superstar]

I saw this film last week and it was surprisingly good. Albert Brooks goes against type and is stunning in his quiet menace.

Not sure how much longer it will be around, but it would be a good renter when released.

I was disappointed because I expected more driving. You know, like a Fast and Furious type film.

You're not gonna sue, are you??

[Tee09]

I would have sued, but my attorney is busy representing some hussy who fell out of a frat house window.

[Zwak]

I saw this film last week and it was surprisingly good. Albert Brooks goes against type and is stunning in his quiet menace.

Not sure how much longer it will be around, but it would be a good renter when released.

I was disappointed because I expected more driving. You know, like a Fast and Furious type film.

You're not gonna sue, are you??

The soundtrack for Drive is really good.

[Kelor]

The Karl Malden version of Miracle on Ice is now on Netflix.

[Superstar]

This could go under the stupid questions thread I suppose, but....

I was watching the original Footloose last night...and I always wondered...the place where they hold the dance in, is in a warehouse in a different town (Basin? The fire dept can't cross the tracks, so neither can the "long arm of the law"). So why did they need to get the law abolished, and why did they need the reverend to approve?

Another classic I watched last night...Mr Mom. I always find it funny at the end...the day she comes back from Cali, one day after shooting a commercial for Schooner Tuna...you see it being aired on TV. That's a helluva fast turnaround!!!

[Dances With Gophers]

So they're re-making Red Dawn (first film to ever receive the PG-13 rating)?



Love the comment at the bottom: "They should do this to every building in Detroit"