Films I watched this week (Vol 2)

[rustyuk]

Patch1875 said:

I Am Legend

Not seen it for a long time but still a good watch.

Noticed the young boy in it is in Ozark.

As with most of these films the book is far superior.

[Antony Moxey]

rustyuk said:

Patch1875 said:

I Am Legend

Not seen it for a long time but still a good watch.

Noticed the young boy in it is in Ozark.

As with most of these films the book is far superior.

And utterly irrelevant if you don’t enjoy reading. I couldn’t care less what the book is like, I’m only interested in the film so whether it’s faithful to the book, better than the book or worse than the book matters not a jot.

[biggbn]

Antony Moxey said:

rustyuk said:

Patch1875 said:

I Am Legend

Not seen it for a long time but still a good watch.

Noticed the young boy in it is in Ozark.

As with most of these films the book is far superior.

And utterly irrelevant if you don’t enjoy reading. I couldn’t care less what the book is like, I’m only interested in the film so whether it’s faithful to the book, better than the book or worse than the book matters not a jot.

I on the other hand think a conversation about the book of a film is entirely merited. Takes all sorts eh? Book has a very different ending as I recall, really clever, often wonder why they changed it.

[Clockwork Cupcake]

Antony Moxey said:

And utterly irrelevant if you don’t enjoy reading. I couldn’t care less what the book is like, I’m only interested in the film so whether it’s faithful to the book, better than the book or worse than the book matters not a jot.

This reminds me of that bit in Red Dwarf where Lister is arguing the merits of the comic book version of Homer's Iliad on the grounds that he doesn't read books.

biggbn said:

I on the other hand think a conversation about the book of a film is entirely merited. Takes all sorts eh? Book has a very different ending as I recall, really clever, often wonder why they changed it.

I'm with you on this - I think it is always relevant and interesting to compare a film to its source material, if it is an adaptation.

That's not to say that a film can't be enjoyed on its own merit, of course.

Edited by Clockwork Cupcake on Sunday 7th June 20:34

[Jonesy23]

Antony Moxey said:

rustyuk said:

Patch1875 said:

I Am Legend

Not seen it for a long time but still a good watch.

Noticed the young boy in it is in Ozark.

As with most of these films the book is far superior.

And utterly irrelevant if you don’t enjoy reading. I couldn’t care less what the book is like, I’m only interested in the film so whether it’s faithful to the book, better than the book or worse than the book matters not a jot.

Not a single one of the film versions is close to the book, the main character is different (Last Man On Earth/Omega Man/I Am Legend all go with a scientist) and the most memorable aspect of the book - the ending - is never used in the films. Shame, as the title comes from the ending...

The original (non-theatrical/alternate) ending of the Will Smith version was closest in tone to the book ending and that got dumped. Wasn't that good though and missed the explicit point.

It's just another one of those things where you have to accept that the book and film are completely different and will stay that way.

[DaveGrohl]

Yesterday
Watched it last night, enjoyed it. Gentle and sweet British comedy. I'm not that fussed by Beatles music although I obv recognise their songwriting genius and status as just about the most important band in the history of music. It's made me think I'll try a couple of their songs on my piano today. I enjoyed the main character's understated bemusement at everything that was happening, and it had a nice ending. Only thing that annoyed me was his seeming lack of amour towards the leading lady, just utterly baffling (and why wasn't there a queue of suiters a mile long behind her?).

8/10 here.

Having watched Den of Thieves the night before, I'm feeling pretty chuffed I've managed two enjoyable films in a row. What are the chances of a hat trick lol?

[generationx]

Highlander

The original, and obviously the best. OK, it's sooo 80s, but it's highly entertaining, especially Clancy Brown as the Kurgan. Also of note is the cracking Queen soundtrack.

8/10 time-displaced swords, but it should have been The Only One.

[Mr lestat]

generationx said:

Highlander

The original, and obviously the best. OK, it's sooo 80s, but it's highly entertaining, especially Clancy Brown as the Kurgan. Also of note is the cracking Queen soundtrack.

8/10 time-displaced swords, but it should have been The Only One.

Don’t forget the hilarious Spanish Conquestador with a Scottish accent 😂

[irocfan]

mdavids said:

The below link is a fascinating insight I'm sure he'd rather was forgotten about.
www.insidehook.com/article/music/eric-clapton-raci...

Quite shocking really, even for the times.

very - but then there's a very pertinent question to ask. As shocking as it is if the guy has changed his mind/views, holds them as abhorrent (which they are) and has sincerely apologised should he still be hounded for it? If the answer is yes then isthere anyo redemption for people ho've erred/done wrong/etc?w

[mdavids]

irocfan said:

mdavids said:

The below link is a fascinating insight I'm sure he'd rather was forgotten about.
www.insidehook.com/article/music/eric-clapton-raci...

Quite shocking really, even for the times.

very - but then there's a very pertinent question to ask. As shocking as it is if the guy has changed his mind/views, holds them as abhorrent (which they are) and has sincerely apologised should he still be hounded for it? If the answer is yes then isthere anyo redemption for people ho've erred/done wrong/etc?w

It's a good point, I don't think he should be hounded if he's genuinely remorseful. However I don't think it's wrong to bring attention to this. I was completely unaware of this incident until a couple of months back and what shocked me was the language used and just how extreme his views were. It's one thing to have reservations about immigration policy (for example - this is one end of the scale and doesn't make you a racist), quite another to use your success and position to preach hatred of others to an audience.

[anonymous-user]

mdavids said:

It's a good point, I don't think he should be hounded if he's genuinely remorseful. However I don't think it's wrong to bring attention to this. I was completely unaware of this incident until a couple of months back and what shocked me was the language used and just how extreme his views were. It's one thing to have reservations about immigration policy (for example - this is one end of the scale and doesn't make you a racist), quite another to use your success and position to preach hatred of others to an audience.

He was probably off his face on a cocktail of acid, alcohol and coke. Even if he believed that, to state it in public at a concert would require you to be tripping.

The language used is typical of the 70's for those with racist tendencies. I remember those words being used regularly. It will appear shocking to later generations because thankfully it's not a common use of language now.

If people are genuinely remorseful for their mistakes that should be the end of the matter. Our entire criminal justice system is based on the premise that you get another chance at doing the right thing.

[phazed]

Silver Linings Playbook

What a great film. Superbly acted by Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence and Robert De Niro.

Cooper is released from a mental institution into the care of his parents. He had been committed after beating up his wife’s lover. Jennifer Lawrence plays a definite left-field love interest and Robert De Niro, the gambling father.

A great of the wall Film. Possibly not for everyone but we thoroughly enjoyed it.

I highly recommend it.

8.6 ju-Ju’s/10 folded handkerchiefs

[S1KRR]

The Connection (2015)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkfcx-9iQf8

French Language (avec les sous-titres)

Jean Dujardin et al

Based on the true story of a French Magistrate (Pierre Michel) who was tasked with bringing down the Gang that brought Heroin into France and transported it on to New York.

Real drama in there. Sense of foreboding. Very stylish. Reminiscent of "Heat" (De Niro & Pacino) at times. Probably slightly more believable than the Gene Hackman film of a similar theme.

8/10

[maccas99]

phazed said:

Silver Linings Playbook

What a great film. Superbly acted by Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence and Robert De Niro.

Cooper is released from a mental institution into the care of his parents. He had been committed after beating up his wife’s lover. Jennifer Lawrence plays a definite left-field love interest and Robert De Niro, the gambling father.

A great of the wall Film. Possibly not for everyone but we thoroughly enjoyed it.

I highly recommend it.

8.6 ju-Ju’s/10 folded handkerchiefs

Agreed - we recently re-watched this and thought it was great!

[Doofus]

rider73 said:

Hobbs and Shaw

i liked these guys in the F&F movies, but in this movie the constant barrage of stupid quotes flung between them totally override any form of story or plot this could have hoped to have fleshed out - and the utter nonsense of flying from london to moscow (and coincidently befriending an air marshal for no aparent reason other that to setup .........) the flight to samoa and build a huge set of (magnificent 7 like) defences and a samoa guy fixing some virus extracting tech that was developed by the high tech company that built the robotGuyBaddie in under 3 days before "that deadline" was utterly riduculous - i like the F&F films, apart from the last one , this had no real depth fo charm or anything to it...............

2 nitrous oxide buttons / 10

I disagree, generally. I thought it was a lot of fun, and it was obvious nobody was taking themselves at all seriously. They all know they jumped the shark several movies ago, and this was just daft, brain-out nonsense.

What does intrigue me, though, is that I'm pretty sure if, instead of Hobbs and Shaw, it had been superheroes I'd have detested it and lambasted it for being a steaming pile of st, and everyone else would have said it was brilliant.

[Countdown]

Finally got around to watching Avengers Infinity Wars and Endgame.

i thought the ending was bloody brilliant

The Portals opening was up there "The Ride of the Rohirrim" scene from LOTR IMHO

[FunkyNige]

Countdown said:

Finally got around to watching Avengers Infinity Wars and Endgame.

i thought the ending was bloody brilliant

The Portals opening was up there "The Ride of the Rohirrim" scene from LOTR IMHO

Unfortunately I'd already seen this clip of that scene in your spoiler box before seeing the movie
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mqsb-9iHCi0
(it's a 5 minute remix of the scene with "Holding Out for a Hero" from Shrek 2 over the top of it)
Which made the actual scene rather dull in comparison!

[Countdown]

FunkyNige said:

Unfortunately I'd already seen this clip of that scene in your spoiler box before seeing the movie
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mqsb-9iHCi0
(it's a 5 minute remix of the scene with "Holding Out for a Hero" from Shrek 2 over the top of it)
Which made the actual scene rather dull in comparison!

Thanks a lot for sharing that. I hadn't seen that before, it's actually one of my favourite all-time songs and it fits that clip perfectly

[SCEtoAUX]

Parasite

I lasted 1 hour and 10 minutes before giving up. The most overrated steaming pile of drivel I have ever watched.

0/10 and that's generous.

[eps]

TCEvo said:

cuprabob said:

Driven (2018)
Not to be confused with the Stallone film of the same name from 2001.

Quite an enjoyable film about John DeLorean and his relationship with an FBI informant.

7/10

Hadn't come across that one, quite a bloke - added to the list.

Great film - a little oddly produced, but excellent actors. Lee Pace steals most things he's in (imho), talented and brooding performances.

I'd give it an 8/10