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PixelpeepS3 said:
a female co-worker took her girlie mate to see this to cheer her up - she hadn't really researched it.
turns out the film could have been written about the mate and her life - that's what she needed cheering up about.
she cried pretty much through the whole film.
turns out the film could have been written about the mate and her life - that's what she needed cheering up about.
she cried pretty much through the whole film.
The friends ex must have seen sense.A girl crying through that film could only be a proper mental case.
jbudgie said:
rubystone said:
jbudgie said:
No problem,
I liked Pulp Fiction, MIB 1, Independence Day, Arrival, King Creole
, and a few others !
Then why go and see a musical? Or did someone tell you ET was playing the main character?I liked Pulp Fiction, MIB 1, Independence Day, Arrival, King Creole
, and a few others !
Me and my wife went to see it on a wet Sunday afternoon. We're now in the demographic site where we might be expected to like such a film but were both bored. I like some musicals - "Cabaret" for example, and "Chicago", but found "La La Land" dull and predictable. Mind you, we had come to see "Trainspotting 2"(viewing was full) so maybe I shouldn't carp too much. I think there's often a lot of "Emperor's New Clothes" syndrome at work among arty types, critics of all sorts and media dogsbodies.
I resent that people who dislike the film think that those who did like it must be some kind of non-thinking easily led sheep. We all have different tastes - is that hard to fathom?.
I DID like it - and that was nothing to do with what others have said. I am a fan of musicals but that doesn't mean that I like all musicals. Far from it.
For the first time in over 60 years we had a simple little love story told through song and dance - no big politics, no revolutions, no singing puppets, no angst about sexuality etc etc etc.
All those latter topics have been covered in musicals over the past half century but once upon a time, musicals did tend to be fairly simple "boy meets girl" type stories. This was such a musical - and it was nice to see.
I DID like it - and that was nothing to do with what others have said. I am a fan of musicals but that doesn't mean that I like all musicals. Far from it.
For the first time in over 60 years we had a simple little love story told through song and dance - no big politics, no revolutions, no singing puppets, no angst about sexuality etc etc etc.
All those latter topics have been covered in musicals over the past half century but once upon a time, musicals did tend to be fairly simple "boy meets girl" type stories. This was such a musical - and it was nice to see.
Some of us 'arty types ' do make up our own minds about stuff we see , really . Films and other artistic stuff can get a momentum quite out of proportion to their actual qualities for all sorts of reasons - recent death of artist (I give you the uncritical adulation of Bowie ) , hot potato subject matter and support for director (Daniel Blake- hugely overrated in my view ) or ginormous spending in pre publicity (Star Wars). But some stuff is just bloody good in its own right and is properly recognised - Casey Affleck's BAFTA was richly deserved for the sublime Manchester By The Sea .
I'm not into musicals at all. Aside one particular film from the 1940's , I know I'm wasting my time to even bother watching this current offering. However one of my Mothers home helps is a big fan of musicals , has been all her life apparently. She went to see this film the other night and left within 45 minutes, her opinions of it being scatheing.
So, a Marmite film it seems, mind you, experience shows that just because a film has been nominated/awarded film industry honours does not guarantee an enjoyable experience for all. To me, Titanic was a prime example of the latter.
So, a Marmite film it seems, mind you, experience shows that just because a film has been nominated/awarded film industry honours does not guarantee an enjoyable experience for all. To me, Titanic was a prime example of the latter.
Eric Mc said:
I resent that people who dislike the film think that those who did like it must be some kind of non-thinking easily led sheep. We all have different tastes - is that hard to fathom?.
I DID like it - and that was nothing to do with what others have said. I am a fan of musicals but that doesn't mean that I like all musicals. Far from it.
For the first time in over 60 years we had a simple little love story told through song and dance - no big politics, no revolutions, no singing puppets, no angst about sexuality etc etc etc.
All those latter topics have been covered in musicals over the past half century but once upon a time, musicals did tend to be fairly simple "boy meets girl" type stories. This was such a musical - and it was nice to see.
Quite agree. And no CGI.I DID like it - and that was nothing to do with what others have said. I am a fan of musicals but that doesn't mean that I like all musicals. Far from it.
For the first time in over 60 years we had a simple little love story told through song and dance - no big politics, no revolutions, no singing puppets, no angst about sexuality etc etc etc.
All those latter topics have been covered in musicals over the past half century but once upon a time, musicals did tend to be fairly simple "boy meets girl" type stories. This was such a musical - and it was nice to see.
Easy to follow, infectious music, heart warming, heartbreaking, great acting. Could have done with a couple more dance scenes but loved it nonetheless.
Cobnapint said:
Easy to follow, infectious music, heart warming, heartbreaking, great acting. Could have done with a couple more dance scenes but loved it nonetheless.
Sounds horrible 
Everyone likes different things.
To all who enjoyed it, that's great, I'm glad you did, but it won't figure on my (or my wife's) "To Watch" list.
People who don't fancy it are entitled to save their money for something they do, same as those who enjoyed it are completely entitled to.
It's just a film, like "Fast and Furious and Utterly Stupid Ninety Six" - Some will enjoy both films, some one but not the other and some will hate both.
People are funny like that
M.
As I said earlier, I loved it. Not because someone told me i should, nor because of any publicity. I loved because I did! I've seen it three times, twice on TV and once at the cinema and would happily watch it again. I love the honesty of the story - that they both wanted to pursue their career more than their relationship, that one of them was willing to give up his dream in order to earn money, that there was no break-up 2/3rds in with a reunion/make up at the end, that they were happy in their new lives and happy for each other, etc - all things which Hollywood HAS to do now with any film where there's a romance. It was nice to see the formula broken for a change. I also like that Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling aren't professional singers or dancers, it adds to it's charm.
BTW it's a couple of weeks since I saw it and I've still got the tune in my head
BTW it's a couple of weeks since I saw it and I've still got the tune in my head
marcosgt said:
Sounds horrible
Everyone likes different things.
To all who enjoyed it, that's great, I'm glad you did, but it won't figure on my (or my wife's) "To Watch" list.
People who don't fancy it are entitled to save their money for something they do, same as those who enjoyed it are completely entitled to.
It's just a film, like "Fast and Furious and Utterly Stupid Ninety Six" - Some will enjoy both films, some one but not the other and some will hate both.
People are funny like that
M.
You are perfectly entitled to not like it. There are lots of films I don't like too.Everyone likes different things.
To all who enjoyed it, that's great, I'm glad you did, but it won't figure on my (or my wife's) "To Watch" list.
People who don't fancy it are entitled to save their money for something they do, same as those who enjoyed it are completely entitled to.
It's just a film, like "Fast and Furious and Utterly Stupid Ninety Six" - Some will enjoy both films, some one but not the other and some will hate both.
People are funny like that
M.
What I think is pretty terrible is that some who don't like it are accusing those who do as being deluded in some way. That is just downright rude and insulting.
As per other LalaLa thread it didn't do anything for me. To compare it with Pulp Fiction which I love - IF it took bits form other classic films I just didn't give a to$$. Swimming pool party - Greenberg was miles better. Pretentious bits about jazz - Miles Ahead was, erm, miles better. Musical - would rather see Mamma Mia.
I think it was a film for people who aren't really into films and get all cooey and excited because they can relate to people who aren't really into films. And because Mark Kermode says he likes it for extra kudos. Also with Valentines around the corner, the more cYOUntstruck items have no choice but to like it - probably the same blokes who would sell their home, car and business to keep her happy.
I think it was a film for people who aren't really into films and get all cooey and excited because they can relate to people who aren't really into films. And because Mark Kermode says he likes it for extra kudos. Also with Valentines around the corner, the more cYOUntstruck items have no choice but to like it - probably the same blokes who would sell their home, car and business to keep her happy.
Edited by fido on Tuesday 14th February 12:27
A perfect example of the appalling manners of some people. Don't criticise people or be derogatory towards people who like something you don't like.
There is no need for it.
Are you incapable of accepting that not everyone has to have the same sense of taste as you?
By all means be critical of the film. I actually like reading other people's criticisms - even if I don't agree with them. But don't abuse those who hold a different view.
There is no need for it.
Are you incapable of accepting that not everyone has to have the same sense of taste as you?
By all means be critical of the film. I actually like reading other people's criticisms - even if I don't agree with them. But don't abuse those who hold a different view.
fido said:
I think it was a film for people who aren't really into films and get all cooey and excited because they can relate to people who aren't really into films. And because Mark Kermode says he likes it for extra kudos. Also with Valentines around the corner, the more cYOUntstruck items have no choice but to like it - probably the same blokes who would sell their home, car and business to keep her happy.
fEdited by fido on Tuesday 14th February 12:27
k off.How about I say "People who don't like it are clearly depressive idiots who abuse their wives and children due to their petty insecurities"?
Ring any bells, or do you find that as objectionable as I find your categorisation of me?
marcosgt said:
Cobnapint said:
Easy to follow, infectious music, heart warming, heartbreaking, great acting. Could have done with a couple more dance scenes but loved it nonetheless.
Sounds horrible Everyone likes different things.
To all who enjoyed it, that's great, I'm glad you did, but it won't figure on my (or my wife's) "To Watch" list.
People who don't fancy it are entitled to save their money for something they do, same as those who enjoyed it are completely entitled to.
It's just a film, like "Fast and Furious and Utterly Stupid Ninety Six" - Some will enjoy both films, some one but not the other and some will hate both.
People are funny like that
M.
fido said:
I think it was a film for people who aren't really into films and get all cooey and excited because they can relate to people who aren't really into films. And because Mark Kermode says he likes it for extra kudos. Also with Valentines around the corner, the more cYOUntstruck items have no choice but to like it - probably the same blokes who would sell their home, car and business to keep her happy.
Grade A prick alert.Cobnapint said:
Of course, some people like films that others don't. Goes without saying, but you already don't like it and you haven't even seen it....!
Indeed. I don't like torture porn horror films or stupid films with unbelievable car stunts and actors who can't speak either and so don't waste my time and money going to see them.
I don't need to see a film to be pretty sure I won't enjoy it. OK, I COULD be wrong, but I probably won't be, so I can pass it by. I've yet to meet a musical I really enjoyed.
I'm happy for anyone to watch whatever they like as long as they don't tell me I've got to like something.
I'd agree that someone who likes a film I don't is perfectly entitled to, same as I am to feel the opposite (I don't agree with your views, but I'll defend your right to hold them to the death!
).M
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