Buehrle>Wood Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 QUOTE (BigSqwert @ Feb 22, 2009 -> 03:03 PM) Saw Taken last night and was thoroughly entertained. Yeah most of it was implausible and there were some corny scenes, especially everything leading up to the trip to Paris, but it was fun. I'm also surprised at PG-13 ratings given to movies like this and Dark Knight. They were both ultra violent and I couldn't help but think what the heck did it need to get an R rating? I guess if they showed a boob it would have gotten the R but having 40 people savagely killed or injured is fine. A sad commentary on society today that violence is so easily accepted. I thought the same. Fun movie even if there seemed to be plot holes galore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bones Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 My predictions for tonight. One of the things worth mentioning is the Best Actor race where I think Rourke is the favorite to win but I've been saying Penn for a few weeks and if I switch it now and Penn wins I'll be pissed. If Rourke wins I won't be upset at all because I think he'll give a better speech in what otherwise should be a dull show and I also think Penn is on record as actually hoping that Rourke wins. I went and predicted a Slumdog sweep even in the sound categories where it is not favored to win over The Dark Knight and WALL-E. I also think it may be vulnerable to splitting the vote in Best Song allowing "Down to Earth" to win. Other close categories to watch: Actress, Supporting Actress, Original Screenplay, Documentary, Foreign Language Best Motion Picture of the Year The Curious Case of Benjamin Button Frost/Nixon Milk The Reader *Slumdog Millionaire* Best Acheivement in Directing The Curious Case of Benjamin Button Frost/Nixon Milk The Reader *Slumdog Millionaire* Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role Richard Jenkins in The Visitor Frank Langella in Frost/Nixon *Sean Penn in Milk* Brad Pitt in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button Mickey Rourke in The Wrestler Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role Anne Hathaway in Rachel Getting Married Angelina Jolie in Changeling Melissa Leo in Frozen River Meryl Streep in Doubt *Kate Winslet in The Reader* Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role Josh Brolin in Milk Robert Downey Jr in Tropic Thunder Philip Seymour Hoffman in Doubt *Heath Ledger in The Dark Knight* Michael Shannon in Revolutionary Road Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role Amy Adams in Doubt *Penelope Cruz in Vicky Cristina Barcelona* Viola Davis in Doubt Taraji P. Henson in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button Marisa Tomei in The Wrestler Best Adapted Screenplay The Curious Case of Benjamin Button Doubt Frost/Nixon The Reader *Slumdog Millionaire* Best Original Screenplay Frozen River Happy-Go-Lucky In Bruges *Milk* WALL-E Best Animated Feature Bolt Kung-Fu Panda *WALL-E* Best Art Direction Changeling *The Curious Case of Benjamin Button* The Dark Knight The Duchess Revolutionary Road Best Cinematography Changeling The Curious Case of Benjamin Button The Dark Knight The Reader *Slumdog Millionaire* Best Costume Design Australia The Curious Case of Benjamin Button *The Duchess* Milk Revolutionary Road Best Documentary The Betrayal Encounters at the End of the World The Garden *Man on Wire* Trouble the Water Best Film Editing The Curious Case of Benjamin Button The Dark Knight Frost/Nixon Milk *Slumdog Millionaire* Best Foreign Language Film The Baader Meinhof Complex The Class Departures Revanche *Waltz with Bashir* Best Makeup *The Curious Case of Benjamin Button* The Dark Knight Hellboy II: The Golden Army Best Original Score The Curious Case of Benjamin Button Defiance Milk *Slumdog Millionaire* WALL-E Best Original Song "Down to Earth" from WALL-E *"Jai Ho" from Slumdog Millionaire* "O Saya" from Slumdog Millionaire Best Sound Editing The Dark Knight Iron Man *Slumdog Millionaire* WALL-E Wanted Best Sound Mixing The Curious Case of Benjamin Button The Dark Knight *Slumdog Millionaire* WALL-E Wanted Best Visual Effects *The Curious Case of Benjamin Button* The Dark Knight Iron Man Best Documentary Short The Concience of Nhem En The Final Inch Smile Pinki *The Witness - From the Balcony of Room 306* Best Animated Short La Maison en Petits Cubes Lavatory - Lovestory Oktapodi *Presto* This Way Up Best Live Action Short Auf der Strecke Manon on the Asphalt New Boy *The Pig* Spielzeugland Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwerty Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 QUOTE (BigSqwert @ Feb 22, 2009 -> 09:03 AM) Saw Taken last night and was thoroughly entertained. Yeah most of it was implausible and there were some corny scenes, especially everything leading up to the trip to Paris, but it was fun. I'm also surprised at PG-13 ratings given to movies like this and Dark Knight. They were both ultra violent and I couldn't help but think what the heck did it need to get an R rating? I guess if they showed a boob it would have gotten the R but having 40 people savagely killed or injured is fine. A sad commentary on society today that violence is so easily accepted. This is not directed at you, just society in general. Society has taken nothing but a step backwards in that regard. What was once acceptable will slowly but surely find its way to the dumpster rather than on the big screen. There have been darker and more twisted plots throughout the history of films than the dark knight could ever associate with... with lesser ratings. The actual problem is people have become more defensive and insecure with just 70, 60, 50, even just 40 years ago. With films and literature you are suppose to let your imagination run wild and not take everything to heart. There is no more tobacco on television (they are really trying to get it out of movies entirely also) for the vaaaast majority throughout our nation. Next it will be liqour being shown or consumed, swear words entirely filtered, infidelity, people ditching school (after all it is a no no), drugs in general, aids, rape, etc. These are just a sample of real life problems people go through everyday. Only if the things mentioned above were that simple in real life, fact is movies are actually the lighter side to the ugly truth. The real pieces of s*** and horrid ''ideas'' are accessible to practically everyone. Almost everyone has either a newspaper in their home and/or a television to watch the news. Movies do not compare to 9/11 (and even much, much smaller stories for that matter) and let's say even Katrina. I would say it is safe to say the same people that do not want their children to watch a certain movie based on a rating would have no qualms if they did indeed read the paper or turn on the news. Gone with the wind which is a bonafide classic won 8 oscars with 13 total nominations. The movie touched on rape, drunkenness, moral dissipation, and adultery. "Frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn." Some people just so happen to believe it is one of the very best movie quotes ever. Can you believe they swore in that line? Shame on them. How about the ridiculous fire? There was no rating scale when this film came out and in 1971 they ''bumped'' it up to ''g''. Gunner Palace http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0424129/ They say phuck 42 times throughout the movie. Those 42 times are the most ever for a pg-13 movie. Doesn't seem right that it should get special treatment due to it being about documentary about war. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigSqwert Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 QUOTE (qwerty @ Feb 22, 2009 -> 03:15 PM) There have been darker and more twisted plots throughout the history of films than the dark knight could ever associate with... with lesser ratings. Those would be exceptions and not the norm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo's Drinker Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 QUOTE (BigSqwert @ Feb 22, 2009 -> 09:03 AM) Saw Taken last night and was thoroughly entertained. Yeah most of it was implausible and there were some corny scenes, especially everything leading up to the trip to Paris, but it was fun. I'm also surprised at PG-13 ratings given to movies like this and Dark Knight. They were both ultra violent and I couldn't help but think what the heck did it need to get an R rating? I guess if they showed a boob it would have gotten the R but having 40 people savagely killed or injured is fine. A sad commentary on society today that violence is so easily accepted. I asked the same question regarding movie rating a few weeks ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthSideSox72 Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 I do find it odd, and a bit disappointing, that violence is so readily accepted as OK, but god forbid a naked breast shows up somewhere. I'd much rather my kid see a few too many naked bits, than too much violence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 The Alphabet Killer was one of the worst movies I have seen in a while. I'll be honest when I say I am pissed that I wasted $1.07 on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SleepyWhiteSox Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 QUOTE (Buehrle>Wood @ Feb 21, 2009 -> 09:37 PM) Tropic Thunder was awesome. No it wasn't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyyle23 Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Feb 23, 2009 -> 01:16 PM) The Alphabet Killer was one of the worst movies I have seen in a while. I'll be honest when I say I am pissed that I wasted $1.07 on it. LOL, RedBox bags another sucker every minute! Eliza Dushku is super hot, but good lord she picks some stinkers. Of course, I have yet to see her stray from the moody b**** who acts like a spoiled teenager Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 QUOTE (kyyle23 @ Feb 23, 2009 -> 01:54 PM) LOL, RedBox bags another sucker every minute! Eliza Dushku is super hot, but good lord she picks some stinkers. Of course, I have yet to see her stray from the moody b**** who acts like a spoiled teenager Totally. I love the reserving and paying on-line, and not having to wait in line. Plus the $1 a day thing is way cheaper than $4 each at Hollywood. As for the movie, I want the two hours back. Here's a crazy idea, wait until there is a break in the case to make the damned movie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuskyCaucasian Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 QUOTE (kyyle23 @ Feb 23, 2009 -> 01:54 PM) Eliza Dushku is super hot, but good lord she picks some stinkers. I loved her in "Tru Calling" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Milkman, Can't see Frost/Nixon. Only has late shows around me. Sorry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyyle23 Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Feb 23, 2009 -> 02:01 PM) Totally. I love the reserving and paying on-line, and not having to wait in line. Plus the $1 a day thing is way cheaper than $4 each at Hollywood. As for the movie, I want the two hours back. Here's a crazy idea, wait until there is a break in the case to make the damned movie. So you are saying its now ok to make a movie about the Tylenol Killer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milkman delivers Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 QUOTE (Brian @ Feb 23, 2009 -> 03:31 PM) Milkman, Can't see Frost/Nixon. Only has late shows around me. Sorry More your loss than mine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buehrle>Wood Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 QUOTE (SleepyWhiteSox @ Feb 23, 2009 -> 07:54 PM) No it wasn't. Yes it was. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted February 24, 2009 Author Share Posted February 24, 2009 QUOTE (BigSqwert @ Feb 22, 2009 -> 07:03 AM) Saw Taken last night and was thoroughly entertained. Yeah most of it was implausible and there were some corny scenes, especially everything leading up to the trip to Paris, but it was fun. I'm also surprised at PG-13 ratings given to movies like this and Dark Knight. They were both ultra violent and I couldn't help but think what the heck did it need to get an R rating? I guess if they showed a boob it would have gotten the R but having 40 people savagely killed or injured is fine. A sad commentary on society today that violence is so easily accepted. I watched it last night too and really enjoyed it. Reminded me a bit of Man on Fire, but with more action (maybe not as good of a story but still badass). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
santo=dorf Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 my gf made the comparison to Man on Fire as well, but I thought of it as a early 90's Seagal Movie if he could act his way out of a paper bag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigSqwert Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 Pretty good comparison santo. I'd call it a 90's Seagal movie with the cameraman from the Bourne series. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caulfield12 Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 (edited) Maybe it's also reminiscent of Bourne because of the European sets... The irony is that everyone complained that the new James Bond (QOS) was too much like Bourne and not humorous or romantic enough. I tend to agree, because it's hard for this most recent bond to stand up in comparison to Casino Royale. Having Eva Green witty repartee and banter back and forth with Craig (especially the train scene) just added something that Olga Kurylenko, despite her near supermodel status....didn't. Which was enjoyable action AND dialogue and a hint of sex/fun without straying too much from the main storyline from too pretty talented actors. I think what distinguishes the Bourne movies from say Seagal or National Treasure or DaVinci Code is that they're written for people with some intelligence...that like to think while they're watching a movie, instead of being spoon fed. Watching him stay one step of David Straithairn in the last movie was enjoyable, in and of itself. So maybe Bourne is like a modern-day, intellectualized Rambo/First Blood. Edited February 24, 2009 by caulfield12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shipps Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 The kids from Slumdog performed their way out of the slums. http://www.eonline.com/uberblog/b101571_sl...=rss_topstories Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted February 25, 2009 Author Share Posted February 25, 2009 QUOTE (santo=dorf @ Feb 23, 2009 -> 07:01 PM) my gf made the comparison to Man on Fire as well, but I thought of it as a early 90's Seagal Movie if he could act his way out of a paper bag. I can see the Seagal reference as well. Under Siege is clearly one of the most badass movies of all time!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted February 25, 2009 Author Share Posted February 25, 2009 QUOTE (caulfield12 @ Feb 24, 2009 -> 04:49 AM) Maybe it's also reminiscent of Bourne because of the European sets... The irony is that everyone complained that the new James Bond (QOS) was too much like Bourne and not humorous or romantic enough. I tend to agree, because it's hard for this most recent bond to stand up in comparison to Casino Royale. Having Eva Green witty repartee and banter back and forth with Craig (especially the train scene) just added something that Olga Kurylenko, despite her near supermodel status....didn't. Which was enjoyable action AND dialogue and a hint of sex/fun without straying too much from the main storyline from too pretty talented actors. I think what distinguishes the Bourne movies from say Seagal or National Treasure or DaVinci Code is that they're written for people with some intelligence...that like to think while they're watching a movie, instead of being spoon fed. Watching him stay one step of David Straithairn in the last movie was enjoyable, in and of itself. So maybe Bourne is like a modern-day, intellectualized Rambo/First Blood. Lets not compare James Bond and Jason Bourne. The Bourne movies are so much better than the Bonds (at least the recent one's), its not even funny. Better stories, cooler action scenes, etc. I've been flat out dissapointed with each of the most recent Bond movies, although I happen to think the current bond is very good at his role (the movies weren't good though). Or at least not up to my expectations of a Bond flick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigSqwert Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 Queued up Miracle at St Anna for my flight later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nitetrain8601 Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 I think Quantum of Solace was very well put together and I'm going to be buying the Blu Ray. I'm not one who minds that the storyline coincides with Casino Royale, nor do I mind that BA chase seen in the beginning of the movie. I'm really one who didn't like GoldenEye though. Heck, I think the only Bonds I could watch are with Daniel Craig. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlackSox8 Posted February 26, 2009 Share Posted February 26, 2009 QUOTE (nitetrain8601 @ Feb 25, 2009 -> 05:31 PM) I think Quantum of Solace was very well put together and I'm going to be buying the Blu Ray. I'm not one who minds that the storyline coincides with Casino Royale, nor do I mind that BA chase seen in the beginning of the movie. I'm really one who didn't like GoldenEye though. Heck, I think the only Bonds I could watch are with Daniel Craig. i enjoyed it, but I think the bond theme with alicia keys and jack white is possibly the worst piece of music ever created. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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