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Title: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: JediMAC on March 6, 2003, 02:51 AM
OK folks, most of us go out to the movies from time to time, as well as hitting the local Blockbuster for the lastest DVD/VHS rentals.  So how about stopping in here and letting us all know what movie(s) you've seen or rented lately, and what you thought of them!  Anything you'd highly recommend, or any flicks we should definitely avoid wasting our hard earned money on?

Let us know right here, in The Official JediDefender Movie Review Thread...
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: JediMAC on March 6, 2003, 03:25 AM
OK, I'll start this bad boy out here...

My wife and I recently made the horrendous mistake of going to see Gods and Generals.  Ouch.  My wife is a college history professor and I'm always down for a good war flick with some intense battle scenes, so we had high hopes for this movie.  As many of you have probably already heard, this movie runs a whopping 3 hours and 45 minutes, and even includes an intermission!  Yes, you heard me right - the movie stops halfway through for a 12 minute intermission.  Unbelievable!

But I've always been a big proponent of longer movie running times, so that wasn't such a big deal to me.  What's not so cool however, is that this is one of the slowest moving films I've ever seen.  We're talking long and drawn out poems, soliloquies, speeches, etc.  Very painful to sit through.  Even the few battle sequences were very slow, monotonous, predictable and stiff.

Furthermore, unless you've still got a confederate flag flying over your house, you'll really wind up questioning what the hell you just watched, and who actually won the Civil War.  This movie is completely presented from the South's point of view (it's a Ted Turner Production), and makes it look like they won the war, and every battle therein.  In all fairness to the movie though, it's represented (at the end) as being part of a Trilogy, the first (prequel) of which was the long ago released Gettysburg, with another concluding installment showing the end of the war, due out in the future (don't recall the title).

It even goes so far as to present the two southern slaves in the movie (the only two black people, along with their families, in the whole flick) as absolutely loving their white masters and wanting to do anything possible to help them in any way.  The movie even suggests that the South wanted to free the slaves.  Huh?  Say what?  Very bizarre.  My wife was rather outraged at the many historical inaccuries throughout this movie, and this is precisely the material that she's teaching at a university.

Finally, the trailers for this film make it look like it's about the characters portrayed by Robert Duvall (Robert E. Lee) and Jeff Daniels (a Union Captain - I think).  Not the case at all.  They're barely even in it.  This movie is essentially a long, and drawn out biography of StoneWall Jackson - another of the South's General's.  90% of the film is solely about him, all the way down to a mind-numbing 20 minute segment of his rather odd friendship with a little girl.  Not at all what I was anticipating or hoping for, to say the least.

My grade for this movie is a resounding D- (my wife gave it an F).  I would highly recommend avoiding this movie at all costs.  Rent it on video if you must, but you'll still waste $4 and be disappointed, I guarantee it!  Just go watch Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers again instead...

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As for newly released rentals, if you're into scary and suspenseful movies, I'd highly recommend you rent The Ring if you haven't seen it yet, which was just released this week.  I originally caught it in the theaters, but I'm sure you'll need an extra pair of underwear if you just watch it on your TV at home as well!   :o

This isn't a horror/slasher flick by any means, but it does have some pretty gnarley sequences that would be way too intense for younger viewers.  Good movie.  Check it out, if you dare...

So what have you all seen lately...???
Title: Re:The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Red 06 on March 6, 2003, 03:56 AM
Hello.  DVD reveiw

"The Day the earth stood still" was released last tuesday.
It's Fantastic. Fully restored picture and THX sound. The quality is amazing. A 70 min. making of documentary, restoration comparison, theatrical trailer and a 1951 Movietone newsreel.

You'll feel like your at a Saturday afternoon matinee in 1951.

Those of you who have never seen it will have to check it out for "the message to the alien robot Gort" near the end. :o

Later.

 
Title: Re:The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Mikey D on March 6, 2003, 07:04 AM
The most recent movie I've seen is Suicide Kings starring Christopher Walken, Dennis Leary, Elliot from ET, Young Indiana Jones, Jay Mohr and Darlene's boyfriend  from Roseanne.

I borrowed it from a co-worker and have never heard about it.  It was pretty good with a few twists and turns.  Basically the premise is Elliots sister gets kidnapped and to get her back, he and his friends (Mohr, YIJ, etc.) kidnap Walken's retired mob boss.  They figured he has the connections to locate the sister.  Even though Walken is tied up, he manages to up stage the kidnappers and keep them second quessing.  I won't spoil the ending, but it's definitely worth a rental.
Title: Re:The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Scott on March 6, 2003, 09:56 AM
 ;D Elliott ;D  I do that too when I don't know actors names...too funny

Last movie I saw was Chicago  Its a musical, it was my wife's turn to pick the movie and with all of its Oscar buzz I thought why not.  It was decent, the story was good, the singing was good.  Richard Gere was the perfect actor for the part, but he cannot sing worth a dime.  Zeta Jones and Zellweger were both very good in their roles as was Queen Latifah.  

I don't think this is Best Picture of the Year material at all (I thought last year's Moulin Rouge was 10x better)  If it does win it must have been a really weak year for movies.  TTT was far better, and I think the LOTR is getting the shaft, one 9 hour movie would have won best picture but there is no way one of the three parts ever will.  Too bad really...

So on the OCB scale of 1 to 10, 10 being the highest, 1 the lowest I'll give Chicago a 7.  Worth the money if you like musicals in general, it also is a very good story on fame and the like.
Title: Re:The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Mikey D on March 6, 2003, 11:43 AM
;D Elliott ;D  I do that too when I don't know actors names...too funny


I knew his name but most people really don't know lesser known actors names so its just easier to say Elliot from ET, etc.  That way maybe someone will say "No schitzet, that kid from ET is still doing movies?  Damn, I might want to check that out."  

Now if I said Henry Thomas (Elliot) or Sean Patrick Flanary (young IJ), most people will say "Who?.  That movie must be crap.  I'm not going to watch that."

So from now on, whenever Mikey D gives one of his reviews he's going to name actors by their well know roles.  

 ;)

Scott, I may also have to try "you pick the movie this time and I'll pick the movie next time" way that you and your wife do.  I asked my wife if she wanted to see Daredevil, she had no interest in it, I had no interest in her chick flick that she wanted to see, so we didn't go to the movies that night, she farted around on the computer and I watched some crappy movie on tv.  What a way to spend a Saturday night  ::)  Maybe this might alleviate that problem
Title: Re:The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Scott on March 6, 2003, 01:18 PM
See there is some limitations there...I wouldn't be caught dead in How to Leave a Guy in 20 Hours or Maid in Manhattan...and she know that...sometimes I'll give and let her pick whatever she wants ala Moulin and I'm pleseantly suprised other times we get to see Billy Crystal and Julia Roberts and I go WTF  :P

Usually it is something we both want to see though and there might be 4 or 5 shows I want to see so she gets to choose which one...I try and save my movies like "We're going to AOTC, again???"  ;D
Title: Re:The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Angry Ewok on March 12, 2003, 09:05 PM
Bourne Identity (DVD)
This is basically about a secret agent who forgets his past. He has to find out the hard way who he really is.
I enjoyed this movie, it had something that I feel has been left out of this and last years' movies... I can't really explain what it is that this movie has, but it's good and I wish more movies had it. For one, it's entertaining. The main thing that keeps this movie good is the fact that you don't know who the main charactor is, or what will happen to him.
I rate this one an 8.5/10, I'm taking points off for the romance, which was pretty lame in the circumstances of the movie.

Insomnia (DVD)
This movie's about a cop chasing a kid-killer in Alaska. Basically, it all takes place during the time of no darkness, and all the stress causes this guy to have insomnia (inability to sleep).
Al Paccino is one of my favorite actors, and I really think he shines as usual here. The huge surprise to me, though, was how brilliant the child-killer is... who would have thought that Robin Williams could act in a serious role? He's the perfect actor to portray a child-killer, in my opinion, and for once he proves that he can act. Good storyline, not original, but based off of an older (non-english) film.
I'll rate this a 9.0/10, a point off because I'm not so cool with mystery movies. Other than that, its a good film.

Title: Re:The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Scott on March 13, 2003, 04:56 PM
I rather enjoyed Insomnia as well, Robin Williams was great and so was Pacino.  What bugs me about Pacino is the way he looks off into space or at people's stomachs when he is talking, the guy is kind of a freak I think

Old School  Saw this on Friday with one of my High School/College buddies (the Scope drinker ;))

Pros:  Will Farrell  This man is comic genius, and this character is very much based on a lot of his SNL personas...same tone of voice, same not afraid to get naked make you laugh until you puke

Cons:  Some of the bits were not very funny at all, but what you did see was well worth the price of admission.  Vince Vaughn was so so but not up to his previous work, this character was an aged version of his Swingers character.  Luke Wilson was pretty swell too.

On a scale of 1 to 10, 1 being the lowest and 10 being the highest I'd give Old School a 7.6.

SImilar to Road Trip and almost a comic version of Fight CLub, a good guy movie not a good date movie ;)
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Snively Bandar on May 3, 2003, 11:24 PM
For some reason we haven't gotten out to the movies in a while.  The last thing my girlfriend and I watched was Lord of the Rings TTT for a second time, which was obviously amazing, as I'm sure you all are well aware.

The last couple DVDs we rented though were Drumline and The Ring.  Drumline is basically Top Gun with drums, rather than fighter jets.  Entertaining, the usual storyline, with some great beats and amazing drumming (if you're into that kind of thing).  It's an enjoyable movie, but certainly won't be winning any Academy Awards.  I've just always dug the rhythm and beats of real drumlines that I've seen and heard at college football games, in parades, etc. so I had to check this one out.

The Ring was pretty freaky!  A suspense thriller, but not a gory horror movie like some might think.  Definitely scary though, so if you're into that type of movie, this is a must watch!

We're pondering checking out Identity in the theaters.  Has anyone seen that?  Worth a look?
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: dustrho on May 3, 2003, 11:38 PM
The last movie I saw was X-Men 2 (which I saw opening night), and it was awesome.  I won't go into further details because I don't want to give anything away.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: dustrho on May 3, 2003, 11:41 PM
OK folks, most of us go out to the movies from time to time, as well as hitting the local Blockbuster for the lastest DVD/VHS rentals.

VHS rentals????????

Who actually rents VHS movies still???  There's a Blockbuster Video by me that hardly has any VHS movies anymore... it's about 95% DVD movies now.  People who have VHS players should just go buy a DVD player... they're about $100 now (which to me is pretty affordable).
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: dustrho on May 3, 2003, 11:43 PM
OK, I'll start this bad boy out here...

My wife and I recently made the horrendous mistake of going to see Gods and Generals.  Ouch.  My wife is a college history professor and I'm always down for a good war flick with some intense battle scenes, so we had high hopes for this movie.  As many of you have probably already heard, this movie runs a whopping 3 hours and 45 minutes, and even includes an intermission!  Yes, you heard me right - the movie stops halfway through for a 12 minute intermission.  Unbelievable!

I want to give you my biggest condolences and sympathy for what you had to endure.  Did you not have a clue as to how long the movie was going to be?  There's no way I can sit in a movie theater's chair for more than 2 hours.  Anything longer than that I'm going to have a lot of back pain.

I'd have to say that you're nuts Matt for going to a theater to watch that.  You should have just waited until it comes out on DVD.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Darth Kenobi on May 5, 2003, 07:57 PM
OK, I'll start this bad boy out here...

My wife and I recently made the horrendous mistake of going to see Gods and Generals.  Ouch.  My wife is a college history professor and I'm always down for a good war flick with some intense battle scenes, so we had high hopes for this movie.  As many of you have probably already heard, this movie runs a whopping 3 hours and 45 minutes, and even includes an intermission!  Yes, you heard me right - the movie stops halfway through for a 12 minute intermission.  Unbelievable!

I want to give you my biggest condolences and sympathy for what you had to endure.  Did you not have a clue as to how long the movie was going to be?  There's no way I can sit in a movie theater's chair for more than 2 hours.  Anything longer than that I'm going to have a lot of back pain.

I'd have to say that you're nuts Matt for going to a theater to watch that.  You should have just waited until it comes out on DVD.

I think I'm even nutter if I had the time I would go and see "Gods and Generals" again in theaters.  But right now I have more important matters to deal with so I will have to wait and buy it on DVD.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Scott on May 25, 2003, 11:02 PM
I just saw Catch Me If You Can Last night and it is one great movie.  One complaint and one I have about all of Spielberg's recent movies...he has no idea anymore how to end them.  I loved everything about it though except for the dragging ending.  This is a for sure must see...Tom Hanks and Leo DiCaprio at their best

And...I also think the whole uproar over Leo being Anakin is a bunch of hooey.  He is an awesome actor and one that we will be seeing much of for many many years to come
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: dustrho on May 26, 2003, 12:19 AM
I just saw Catch Me If You Can Last night and it is one great movie.

You are absolutely right about that!  It is a great movie, and DiCaprio and Hanks were definitely at their best.  At first I was skeptical about those two working together in the movie, but they turned out to be a great tandem.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: dustrho on May 26, 2003, 12:21 AM
"Bruce Almighty"

Just saw this movie tonight with the wife and some friends and it's hilarious!  I was laughing louder than I have in an extremely long time!  Jim Carrey might be showing his age, but he was a riot.  Him and Jenifer Anniston were great together... they looked like a real couple.  If you're in a down and gloomy mood go see this... your spirits will pick up and you'll be all happy again.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Angry Ewok on June 6, 2003, 05:43 PM
DVD Review, actually -> T2 Extreme DVD

Very nice DVD, all around good looking. Definately worth $15-20 if you haven't already picked up one of the other T2 DVD's.

Matrix Reloaded

Saw this a few weeks ago, all I could think is that whoever put the movie together really failed to catch the magic of the first one... I just wasn't really impressed too much.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Mikey D on June 9, 2003, 01:12 PM
Mikey D's Finding Nemo review:

Featuring the voices of Hank Scorpio, Anne Heches' ex of the female variety, Ray Romano's brother on Everyone Loves Raymond and the Green Goblin from Spider-man, among others, the latest Pixar film was an enjoyable film, bright with colors and texture.  The underwater scenes were breathtaking.

I'm not going to spoil anything, but the film deals with Hank Scorpio's over protective character, Marlin, trying to find his lost son, Nemo.  Along with Anne Heche's ex, he gets into mishap after mishap, adventure after adventure.  

You don't need kids to see this one, its an enjoyable film for adults as well (just ask me and the wife, who are kidless).  Try to keep an eye out for the typical Pixar cameos (Buzz, "Yo" truck, etc.)  And stay until the end of credits for a few suprises (which I found about today), which unfortunely we missed due to the wife's incredible small bladder (The movie isn't that long)

While nothing will compare to the original Toy Story and so far all the Pixar films have been excellent, this one ranks fourth (just above A Bug's Life, IMO.

A definite must see in the theater and a super must buy on DVD.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Jango Fettish on June 9, 2003, 02:15 PM
Jango's 2 Fast 2 Furious review:

2F2F is a total 180 from the original. What really helped this film out was the fact that it was directed by John Singleton this time around, which means lots of action, less dialogue, and was really fun to watch. Not to mention really cool cinematography.

Synopsis from IMDB.com: Paul Walker returns as former LAPD cop, Brian O'Conner, who teams up with his ex-con pal Roman Pearce (Tyrese) to transport a shipment of 'dirty' money for shady Miami-based import-export dealer Carter Verone (Hauser), while actually working with undercover agent Monica Clemente (Mendes) to bring Verone down.

Pros: Awesome chase sequences, unbelievable stunts, alot less stupid dialogue, and little to no exploitation of the all too common F+F sterotypes, i.e Asian biker gangs, Asian thugs, etc.

Ohhh, the rides in this movie are top notch. Yankos, Challengers, Chargers, Vipers, Saleen Mustangs, etc.
Theres the token souped up import, but even those were tastefully done! American Muscle is well represented.

Aside from the gratuitious action, and the INCREDIBLE "grand finale" in the garage, I'd have to say the best part of this movie is the way the Paul Walker and Tyrese act out their "long time, no see" childhood buddy kind of relationship. Some of the funniest comic relief I've seen in a movie in a long time.

Cons: The dialogue was a little too "safe" for my liking, hence the PG-13 rating. But hey, the action made up for it.

Paul Walker gets a bad rap as a "lifeless" actor, and it kinda shows here. His dialogue seems kind empty and forced at times, but usually picks right back up during the action scenes.

Overall: I'd give this movie 3 1/2 out of 4 stars, basically because the dialogue was kinda corny at times. But it's a definite step up from it's predecessor. I've referred to it as the "Miami Vice 2003" movie. However, Tyrese probably packs more of a punch than Philip Michael Thomas.

I've seen it twice now, and I'll probably be back for more.  8)

If you liked Gone in 60 Seconds or The Fast and the Furious 1, this ones for you.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Vator on June 9, 2003, 03:00 PM
Dark_Count_Fatty's Mars Attacks review:


Well,its been seven years since its release and let me tell you its still hilarious!I won't give away the plot,but let me tell you,after seeing it about 45 times,it still makes you laugh.

Best scene:Martians zap the dove that the hippies release.

Worst scene:Not one that I can think of.

Overall score:A+
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Franny Glass on June 10, 2003, 09:18 PM
I just recently saw Bend it like Beckham and it sure is the little English movie that could.  It's a coming of age story, but with a more interesting twist.  I highly recommend the movie. I mean the title alone draws you in.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Vator on June 17, 2003, 02:36 PM
Wrong turn was pretty good.
Title: American Pie 3...
Post by: Scott on August 1, 2003, 11:35 AM
Anyone going to see this?

I will but like always probably not for a few weeks until the stars and planets align and we can get a sitter.

I loved the first one, thought it was hilarious, the second one was OK lots of good moments but too much of the same.

I want to see this just to complete the trilogy I guess and just to see Stifler.  He may be one of the greatest characters of the 90's.
Title: Re: American Pie 3...
Post by: dustrho on August 1, 2003, 11:37 AM
Scott, I agree with every comment you mentioned.  The first one will always be the best one, and the second movie was good but not great.  I'll probably wait until this comes out either at the cheap shows or at Blockbuster Video.  I'm not dying to go see this anytime soon.
Title: Re: American Pie 3...
Post by: Mikey D on August 1, 2003, 11:40 AM
We'll probably go this Sunday to a matinee.  Loved the first two.  Saw the second one opening night.  Because of the punk ass teenagers, I really have no desire to see this tonight, so hopefully Sunday afternoon will be a good time.

And from what I'm hearing, this one is Stifler's movie, even moreso than AP2.
Title: Re: American Pie 3...
Post by: Morgbug on August 1, 2003, 12:13 PM
Willow gets married? :'(
Title: Re: American Pie 3...
Post by: Mikey D on August 4, 2003, 09:23 AM
Well, saw it yesterday afternoon and here's  my semi spoiler free review:

Not as good as the first two, but still enjoyable.  Definitely a lot of laugh out loud moments and gross out humor.  Stiffler definitely steals the show.  And the dead weight characters - Vicky, Heather, and Jessica - don't show up and if you think about it, their absence really doesn't need an explanation.  I would have liked an explanation on why Oz wasn't in the movie, but his absence doesn't really bother me.  He's one of my least favorite characters.  Nadia doesn't show up, but does get a few mentions.

And I have to say this about Fred Willard and Eugene Levy - comedic geniuses.  IMO, FW stole the show in Best in Show and Waiting for Guffman and in the few scenes he was in in AW were hilarious - the bachelor party scene is the first to come to mind.   EL as Jim's dad, funny as always.

And Michelle's sister.  Definitely (http://burns.thefinaldimension.org/contrib/tweetz/hump.gif)
Title: Re: American Pie 3...
Post by: Scott on August 4, 2003, 09:38 AM
Thanks for the review Mikey, sound sbaout what I have heard frtom everyone who has seen it... :)
Title: Re: American Pie 3...
Post by: Darth Broem on August 4, 2003, 11:28 AM
Yep my fiance and I saw it Saturday.  I agree with the above review.  Stiffler does steal the show.  I LMAO several times.  I could not help it :)  Still a fun show but not fantastic.
Title: Re: American Pie 3...
Post by: Scott on August 15, 2003, 10:15 AM
We went last night...a little below average.  Some real funny bits, some stuff sucked.  Stiffler IMO was way too important of a character.  When they actually got to the wedding, then it started getting good, the first stuff wasn't so hot.

I'll give it 4 out of 10 on the OCB scale, 1 being the lowest, 10 the highest.

Great point on Willard and Levy Mikey...they were great
Title: Resident Evil 2 - movie
Post by: Boba Binks on September 24, 2003, 09:22 PM
Today I finally went to ge see Underworld which was an alright movie. But that is not the reason for this post.

For the previews there was this one that starts out as an age defying cream. At first I thought what the F!!!! Then as it goes on it says made by the Umbrella corporation... Then the lady for this commercial has a doberman dog with her and the voice over says could have some side effects ro somthing to hta nature and she morphs into a zombie. Then there is a shot of Millia in the street with a gun. A neat little preview for the next RE movie.

I enjoyed the first movie so I am sure this on will be just as good.

Anyone else like the RE movie?
Title: Re: Resident Evil 2 - movie
Post by: Jango Fettish on September 24, 2003, 11:08 PM
I liked Resident Evil, fo shizzle. It has one of the best death scenes ever (black guy, laser grater in the sealed off chamber, anyone?)

Good to hear there is a sequel in the works. I had planned on seeing Underworld for the heck of it tomorrow. It's got that Matrixy, Bladish type thing goin' on.
Title: The Master and Commander Thread
Post by: Ben on November 1, 2003, 11:56 AM
Anyone else looking forward to this flick? I'm a sucker for naval battles and history, so I'm patiently awaiting this. It's got Russelll Crowe in it too, so that's pretty good.

It's based on a series of books that I just started reading. I've discovered this flick, titled 'Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World' uses the titles of the first two books in the series.

Thoughts?
Title: Re: The Master and Commander Thread
Post by: Scott on November 1, 2003, 03:25 PM
I am looking forward to it because it looks great and I love Russell Crowe.  We probably won't be able to see it though until it hits DVD as with almost all movies
Title: Re: The Master and Commander Thread
Post by: Darby on November 1, 2003, 06:59 PM
And Pippin's in it, too!   ;)
Title: movie review: shredder
Post by: jokabofe on November 12, 2003, 11:35 PM
since i get screeners for movies, and have to watch a lot of movies for work (a lot...) so that i can see if i want to order them for the store i work at or skip them, i decided to put up some reviews on some of them from now on, as i watch them...

today's review: shredder

(http://www.scottweinger.net/learntodownload.jpg)

plot: when seven sexy snowboarders break into an abandoned ski lodge for a weekend of hot partying and heavy powder, they soon find themselves stalked by a psychotic killer who plans to put them all... on ice!! (taken from the box itself, i did not - repeat - not write any of that cheese)

release date (us): 12/16/03

review: well, since this is my first "review" let me start off by saying this: i am a horror movie freak. any kind of movie that has blood, gore, dismemberment, exploding heads, etc. etc. - it's for me. my kind of movie. now, this movie has not one, but two scenes where actor's heads are chopped off. there are about 6 killings all together, but other than the heads and the chick who gets caught in the ice chopper machine, not much gore.  :'(

kinda lame, choppy camera work, mediocre (at best) snowboarding, bad, bad audio - the synch on the audio was horrible, half the time the actor's mouths are moving and forming completely different words/sentences than what you hear - predictable killer, predictable ending. all in all, i would give it 1/5. unless you really really want to see a bunch of snowboarders get killed, i would say skip it. i know i won't be getting this piece of garbage for my store.

be on the lookout for more of my movie reviews, as i get time to watch all these lame ass movies i have...
Title: Re: The Master and Commander Thread
Post by: Ben on November 26, 2003, 02:38 PM
OK, I saw this flick a couple weeks back and forgot to bump this up. Anyway, GO SEE THIS MOVIE. Don't waste for money on the new Matrix-- see this instead. Trust me.

Russell Crowe is excellent as Jack Aubrey-- a modern day action hero, IMO.

Oh yeah, there's also a Hobbit running around there. Hmm.
Title: Win A Date With Tad Hamilton - Good movie.
Post by: Angry Ewok on January 3, 2004, 02:00 AM
I saw this new romantic comedy called 'Win A Date With Tad Hamilton', and I must say I enjoyed it. It had several pretty good laughs in it, and there weren't too many cliches in it - well it is a chick flick.

I'd say its definately a movie couples can enjoy, or even just anyone who enjoys a good clean funny movie. The crowd certainly seemed to like it, there were quite a few 'AAAwwwwwssss' and 'Nooooo!'s from the audience.

For those interested, I don't remember what the rating was, but there's only kissing scenes (no nudity, etc), nothing too extreme, the 'S' word was the only profanity used (used once), umm, yea.

Go see it.

EDIT - This movie has no rating, as it hasn't been released yet. Oops. Should be out to the public on Jan. 23rd, here's a link to their site here (http://www.winadatewithtadhamilton.com/), if you even care.
Title: Re: Win A Date With Tad Hamilton - Good movie.
Post by: Vator on January 3, 2004, 02:18 AM
I'm calling the FBI!You downloaded it didn't you!DIDN'T YOU!Boy,don't you know,if you download movies,the director can't get rich! ::)
Title: Re: Win A Date With Tad Hamilton - Good movie.
Post by: Ben on January 3, 2004, 02:40 AM
There was a sneak preview of this flick tonight. I didn't go, but that's probably how Angry Ewok saw it.
Title: Re: Win A Date With Tad Hamilton - Good movie.
Post by: Vator on January 3, 2004, 04:16 PM
I know,I got bored and decided to make an ass of myself ,and if I do say so myself,it worked phenominaly.
Title: Re: Win A Date With Tad Hamilton - Good movie.
Post by: Fettish Sez Thanks on January 3, 2004, 06:08 PM
I saw it as well. (Thanks, AmStar  ;) )

I think Topher Grace was very Eric Foreman-ish in this one, and I was pleasantly surprised with what I saw. I went with the girly, and a good time was had by all.

Josh Duhamel is a stud muffin.  :-*
Title: Re: Win A Date With Tad Hamilton - Good movie.
Post by: Angry Ewok on January 3, 2004, 06:33 PM
You don't think I'd actually sit around on this old clunky 56k downloading a Romantic Comedy, do ya?  :P  Yea I saw it at the movies, but unlike Cory, I didn't go with my girl, I actually went with 2 guy friends.  :-X


 :D
Title: undead the movie
Post by: jokabofe on January 5, 2004, 11:56 PM
(http://www.cinema.com/image_lib/8173_poster.jpg) (http://www.undeadmovie.com)

has anybody had the chance to see this flick yet? i just got done watching it, and let me tell you... if you're into the peter jackson/sam raimi/bad taste/dead alive/evil dead type of horror/comedy/gore flicks, you're gonna love this. it was a blast.

www.undeadmovie.com (http://www.undeadmovie.com)
Title: Re: undead the movie
Post by: Fettish Sez Thanks on January 6, 2004, 09:18 AM
I assume you rented it? If so, where from? I'm going to Hollywood Video. Fat chance they'll have it, but I'd like ot give this one a whirl.
Title: Re: undead the movie
Post by: jokabofe on January 6, 2004, 09:26 AM
well, i don't believe it's out in the u.s. yet, so i had to get it by slightly illegal means... didn't rent it over in the store. i'm sure blockbuster will never get this one. lately, the selection over in blockbuster sucks, and even when they get movies, they are always rented out. don't know why tehy don't get movies like this, but they just don't.  ;D
Title: Re: undead the movie
Post by: DSJ™ on January 6, 2004, 09:53 AM
Illegal is a sick bird!  :P  Well up here, we can only get things done a certain way but from what I have heard its practically the same. Up here in the north, blockbuster can have low amounts of new flicks to rent, over stocked with crappy flicks and nothing to really look at. I don't understand why they do that.  ;D
Title: Re: undead the movie
Post by: Famine on January 6, 2004, 01:21 PM
You guys are too much! LOL!


Kevin

If I can get my hands on a copy, sometime, Ill give it a spin.
Title: Re: undead the movie
Post by: jokabofe on January 6, 2004, 10:15 PM
yeah, blockbuster really isn't the greatest place to get movies. on the other hand, i really rally like netflix. it's e-commerce at it's finest. nothing could be easier, since it's all done by mail. talk about easy: rent a movie, comes to your mailbox, watch it, put it back in the mailbox. way better than blockbuster.

undead the movie (http://suprnova.dataracks.net/torrents/845/Undead.2003.DVDRip.Xvid.torrent)
Title: Re: undead the movie
Post by: DSJ™ on January 7, 2004, 10:22 AM
Yep, pretty sweet I must say. I find this method a very usefull way to get things done. Once in awhile you have to run & run around in circles till you find what you are looking for. Even if you find it it may not be what it should be. Nine out of ten times, they do work. Sweet!   ;D

Supernova (http://www.suprnova.org/)
Title: Re: undead the movie
Post by: jokabofe on January 7, 2004, 06:46 PM
ahhh, one of my all time favorite sites... the undead link actually came from there. and so far, 100% of what i've gotten from there has been accurate. (sorry no subliminal messages this time  ;) )
Title: The Butterfly Effect
Post by: Morgbug on January 25, 2004, 01:53 AM
Yup, went and saw the movie.  Ashton Kucher movie, so not sure what I was getting into, but the preview caught my eye at ROTK.  

I think it's worth the money and is in some respects quite disturbing.  Certainly a new concept to me though probably familiar in many respects.  Kucher does a good job of acting in it.  Later on the premise becomes rather repetetive, but that's not to say they don't get a few jolts out of you and there aren't a few surprises in it.  

There is a point where I lost faith in a good portion of the human race though.  This  is in no way a comedy and at one point something fairly tragic happens to Kucher's character (specifically rather than tangentially, this is not a happy movie).  About 2/3 of the audience laughed at something that was not even remotely humourous, either in intent or presentation.  Holy crap people, grow up and develop some compassion.  

Usual comments about wanting to beat the snot out of people thinking they are in their own living room apply.  

There's no hurry to see this in the theater but it is worth seeing at one point or another.  Not Oscar material IMO but I didn't feel bad paying $8 to see it.  
Title: Re: The Butterfly Effect
Post by: Fettish Sez Thanks on January 25, 2004, 02:17 AM
As stated on RS, I loved it. It's unfortunate that people will skip on it because of Ashton Kutcher. To me, in this movie, he shown some range.

It is indeed a raw, dark, and pretty Un-PC movie. It's more along the lines of "Se7en", "Requiem for a Dream", and "12 Monkeys", so be warned.




Title: Re: The Butterfly Effect
Post by: Vator on January 25, 2004, 08:24 AM
It was a very good movie,and yet very sad at parts,I'd give it a 10 out of 10 rating.

It's the kind of movie where you can't help feeling bad for the people in it.
Title: Re: The Butterfly Effect
Post by: Angry Ewok on January 25, 2004, 12:04 PM
Mixed emotions about this movie -

Mild Spoilers

Alot of things confused me, or at least, I felt confused somewhat. I wasn't sitting there trying to figure out what was going on, it wasn't that hard to follow - but certain things just didn't feel right. Through half of the movie I thought the obese spiked hair dude was also the chubby little boy in Ashton's childhood, I also didn't understand why Ashton didn't go running for the girl at the very end. (Shrug).

The audience did laugh at some parts of the movie that shouldn't have been funny (child porn and incest only spells funny on the Jerry Springer show). I laughed at the scene where Ashton is running into the doctor's office, though.

This movie is proof that Ashton can act. However, it is also proof that he cannot run.

Title: Monster!
Post by: Mainland05 on February 5, 2004, 12:26 AM
Have you guys seen this movie yet, with Charlize Theron playing this lady killer, WOW!! They really transformed here into something else man, seriously, this pic gives me the creeps, but here is a pic of her in the film, i will give you a with make up and without make up :

(http://www.oscarscene.com/predictions/theron.jpg)

(http://www.absolutecharlize.com/images/ct9.jpg)

they really did a great job making her look like the real lady.  But have you guys seen this movie, tell me what you thought about it if you did?  I thought it was a great movie and she did a great job portraying the lady, i think her name was Ailleen or something like that.
Title: Re: Monster!
Post by: paploo on February 10, 2004, 12:01 AM
just think. that will be what she looks like in 10 years
Title: Re: Monster!
Post by: Mainland05 on February 10, 2004, 12:05 AM
NO!! Dont say that knock on wood!!
Title: Re: Monster!
Post by: Scott on February 10, 2004, 10:18 AM
The fat one of Ebert and Roper said that Monster was the best movie of 2003, sounds good, might check it out down the road
Title: Re: Monster!
Post by: Mainland05 on February 10, 2004, 11:16 AM
It is a great moive, it is worth seeing.! ;)
Title: Re: Miami Vice---Summer Blockbuster or Summer Bust?
Post by: Jediknight760071 on July 29, 2006, 04:10 AM
Miami Vice...the horror.

If you thought The Matrix was puzzling in the beginning, go see Miami Vice. If you thought Anakin's dialogue was hollow in TPM, go see Miami Vice. If you think spontaneous sex makes a good basis for a love story, go see Miami Vice. If you just love cliches, go see Miami Vice. If you thought The Bourne Supremacy was filmed badly, go see Miami Vice. This movie will blow you away.

Here's how the movie starts: No opening credits...seemingly in the middle of the movie. There's actually a sign outside my theatre saying "Miami Vice does not have opening credits. The movie may seem to be starting in the middle, it is not. The movie is at the beginning." There as absolutely no explanation as to who characters are and where they come from...no way to identify with them. There is no character development at all during the grievous 2 hours and 12 minutes. Some parts of the movie use good quality film, such as the rooftop seen from the trailer. Most of the movie is filmed in the style of "C.O.P.S." however, and is terribly difficult to keep in focus as the camera is constantly moving up and down. Furthermore, if you blink during the film, you'll quite possibly miss a scene change which could be up to 24 hours in this setting. The filmmakers provide no transitions between any scenes, be it dynamic music, or dialogued explanation, making this Huge Summer Blockbuster more like a chopped up student film.

As an open-minded movie goer, I beg of you, wait to see this movie...listen to people you trust before you throw away your money. It really is a black mark on Hollywood, and a big letdown for Michael Mann.

Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: BillCable on July 29, 2006, 09:33 AM
That sign is hilarious.  Reminds me of the first time I saw Grease.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Darth_Anton on July 29, 2006, 12:32 PM
Despite the scathing review, I'm going to see Mimai Vice today. :P

I saw Monster House this past week, in 3D, and have to say that I was most surprised and entertained. The only fault of the movie is that it lacked a broader life lesson/real world problem for the main hero. That said, the characters were great and fun and the visuals were well done. Not a bad film at all to see in a pinch.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Jediknight760071 on July 29, 2006, 07:37 PM
Despite the scathing review, I'm going to see Mimai Vice today. :P

I saw Monster House this past week, in 3D, and have to say that I was most surprised and entertained. The only fault of the movie is that it lacked a broader life lesson/real world problem for the main hero. That said, the characters were great and fun and the visuals were well done. Not a bad film at all to see in a pinch.

Just remember...I warned you. :)
Title: Re: Miami Vice---Summer Blockbuster or Summer Bust?
Post by: Stim on July 30, 2006, 12:23 PM
Miami Vice...the horror.

If you thought The Matrix was puzzling in the beginning, go see Miami Vice. If you thought Anakin's dialogue was hollow in TPM, go see Miami Vice. If you think spontaneous sex makes a good basis for a love story, go see Miami Vice. If you just love cliches, go see Miami Vice. If you thought The Bourne Supremacy was filmed badly, go see Miami Vice. This movie will blow you away.

Here's how the movie starts: No opening credits...seemingly in the middle of the movie. There's actually a sign outside my theatre saying "Miami Vice does not have opening credits. The movie may seem to be starting in the middle, it is not. The movie is at the beginning." There as absolutely no explanation as to who characters are and where they come from...no way to identify with them. There is no character development at all during the grievous 2 hours and 12 minutes. Some parts of the movie use good quality film, such as the rooftop seen from the trailer. Most of the movie is filmed in the style of "C.O.P.S." however, and is terribly difficult to keep in focus as the camera is constantly moving up and down. Furthermore, if you blink during the film, you'll quite possibly miss a scene change which could be up to 24 hours in this setting. The filmmakers provide no transitions between any scenes, be it dynamic music, or dialogued explanation, making this Huge Summer Blockbuster more like a chopped up student film.

As an open-minded movie goer, I beg of you, wait to see this movie...listen to people you trust before you throw away your money. It really is a black mark on Hollywood, and a big letdown for Michael Mann.




Really?  Wow.  I had completely the opposite reaction to it.  I f'in loved every second of it.  It's an incredibly stylized movie -- more so than other Mann flicks -- and I guess it's not for everyone.   People don't talk in a "real" way at all and they don't stop for exposition, but those things weren't flaws for me -- they were part of what made it great.  I think Mann was really trying to challenge the audience -- you had to really pay attention and try to figure things out, and thusly maybe felt some of the confusion the lead characters felt.  But I don't think it was too complex -- nothing like Syriana which I still can't make heads or tails of -- and I was never confused for more than a beat or two.  As for no opening credits and throwing you right into the story -- I thought that kicked ass.  We got to know the characters throught the plotting and action of the movie, rather than having to suffer through a typical Hollywood "Meet the characters!" act one. 

But I'm probably in the minority here...I've been on the flip side of public opinion on most movies this summer for some reason.  HATED Superman, loved Lady in the Water.  Was really disappointed in Pirates.  Loved Monster House -- although one of the things I loved about it was the one thing Anthony criticized -- I was relieved there weren't these big, didactic, character arcs like in most family/kids films.  It was just old school Amblin fun, like Gremlins.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Matt_Fury on July 30, 2006, 06:45 PM
We went and saw Lady in the Water the other night at the drive in....yes the drive in.  It was a double feature with You, Me and Dupree.  YM&D was pretty funny...Lady in the Water was a melange of fantasy and crap.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: name on July 31, 2006, 09:33 AM
That sign is hilarious.  Reminds me of the first time I saw Grease.

 ???
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: ruiner on July 31, 2006, 10:32 AM
...Lady in the Water was a melange of fantasy and crap.

Yeah, that's what everybody predicted.  Too bad it held true.

What's really funny is the fact that the exec at Disney who passed on the film (after releasing his first four films) was just fired last week.

Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Darth_Anton on July 31, 2006, 11:52 AM
I didn't see Miami Vice due to a scheduling conflict. I am still planning to see it though.

I did see the Lady in the Water and have to say that I really liked it. While I will admit it's not the most solid film ever made, it tapped into the kid in me and I just fell for it. It's certainly not a film for everybody, but it is a film taylor made for me. ;D
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: BillCable on July 31, 2006, 12:10 PM
That sign is hilarious. Reminds me of the first time I saw Grease.

 ???

Grease starts out with Travolta and Olivia Newton John laying on the beach making out, like the final scene of a movie.  I actually asked my wife if she forgot to rewind the tape before playing it.   ;D
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Rob on July 31, 2006, 12:12 PM
I saw Miami Vice last night... I loved the camera work, the direction, the look and feel... the story was about what I expected

But Collin Ferrel is so unbelievably horrible to watch that it practically ruined it for me.

The dialogue and soundtrack were also largely ****.

Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: ruiner on July 31, 2006, 12:39 PM
I'm not a fan of Ferrel either.  Will or Collin.

I find it hard to believe the soundtrack was less than stellar but I should have guessed - the TV spot uses that Jay-Z / Linkin Park song.

You can't mess with Mann's directorial style though - I loved Heat and the direction behind Collateral (though I was disappointed in the later in terms of "story").

Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Rob on July 31, 2006, 02:26 PM
It was the same thing for me with Collateral as it was with Miami Vice... a stylish, well directed look - stuck with the questionable casting of horrible actors (Tom Cruise).
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: ruiner on July 31, 2006, 03:36 PM
Collateral was the last Tom Cruise movie I enjoyed.

I'm sure a lot of folks would agree with me...he used to be one of my favorite actors until you know what happened.

Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Jediknight760071 on July 31, 2006, 03:52 PM
Collateral was the last Tom Cruise movie I enjoyed.

I'm sure a lot of folks would agree with me...he used to be one of my favorite actors until you know what happened.



MI:2? ;)
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Jayson on July 31, 2006, 03:57 PM
I saw it this weekend and liked it a lot, didn't love it but thought overall it was well done. Very much a Michael Mann film.

One thing I took away from the film, don't be on the business end of a  .50 Cal rifle. BOOM!!!
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Famine on July 31, 2006, 11:23 PM
I'll let that Jay Z/Linkin Park comment slide.

For now.

Kevin
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: ruiner on August 1, 2006, 08:13 AM
Much love.

I don't mind the song but it's a little too "mainstream" for a Michael Mann film, no?

Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Darth_Anton on August 1, 2006, 11:12 AM
I thought Miami Vice was an odd choice for Micheal Mann until I learned recently that he was one of the creators of the TV show. Makes perfect sence now.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Darth_Anton on August 6, 2006, 02:35 PM
Okay, I saw Miami Vice and liked it. It's definately style over substance, but there's something about Mann's style that just works for me.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: BillCable on August 6, 2006, 03:23 PM
I saw The Descent, and was really underwhelmed.  I saw it based on the glowing reviews, and it really didn't hold up.  They were talking about "haunting images," but I didn't see anything slightly memorable.  They talked about the great monsters, but they were actually pretty laughable.  I was expecting gore like Saw, but it turned out to be really tame.  And they talked about these 6 unbelievably hot women on a caving trip, but to my tastes there was really only one attractive one in the lot.  It was $8 wasted.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: ruiner on August 10, 2006, 09:38 AM
Is anyone bothered by the fact that there is already a movie about the twin towers?

I'd like to hear some thoughts on the subject...without getting political.


Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Tracy on August 10, 2006, 10:08 AM
Is anyone bothered by the fact that there is already a movie about the twin towers?

I'd like to hear some thoughts on the subject...without getting political.




I'm torn on this.  I've heard that the film has a "feel-good" ending (is there such a thing where this is concerned?) -- but September 11th is such a sacred thing for so many, even a well done commercial film runs the risk of cheapening what happened that day.  I feel like it is too soon -- and today's headlines "Britain Foils Plot to Bomb US Bound Planes" shows that this is an ongoing reality.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Darth_Anton on August 10, 2006, 10:40 AM
I wasn't aware that there was already a Twin Towers film.  My wife, however, saw the Oliver Stone one Tuesday. Like United 93, it left the politics out and concentrated on the heroes of the day. She loved it, said it was well made, very emotional and very uplifting despite the horrible event, but she's not going to run out and see it again. She was wondering if it was too soon as well, but she had read a review that said that for our generation, there will be no good time to make any films on the subject. You're either ready individually or not.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Jeff on August 10, 2006, 10:52 AM
I wasn't aware that there was already a Twin Towers film. 

For crying out loud, Anthony! ::)

The movie only made like $340 million dollars, how could you have never ever heard of it! 

Uh....  Oh, you said "Twin Towers", not Two Towers.  Sorry, my mistake. 

 :P
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Darth Slothus on August 10, 2006, 11:18 AM
They offered a pre-showing in Hollywood at the paramount to our GI's here at the base for the 14 AUG showing of the WORLD TRADE CENTER movie.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Jayson on August 10, 2006, 11:32 AM
About World Trade Center...

I am one of those people that think it's not "too soon" to watch and remember the events of 9-11-01. Too often we hear about how we as a nation are selfish, so it's moving to see a film (like United 93) which recognizes individuals that selflessly risk their lives for people they don't know, regardless of the outcome.

Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: ruiner on August 10, 2006, 11:54 AM
I feel the subject is too 'sacred' to make a movie about.   Kind of like Pearl Harbor. 

On top of that, some big movie company (and Hollywood superstar(s)) is making money off of it - to me, that's just not right.

Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Jayson on August 10, 2006, 12:27 PM
I feel the subject is too 'sacred' to make a movie about.   Kind of like Pearl Harbor. 

On top of that, some big movie company (and Hollywood superstar(s)) is making money off of it - to me, that's just not right.


From the WTC official movie Site:

Four New York charitiable organizations will be the recipients of donations from the release of the upcoming film 'World Trade Center.'

The charities will receive 10 percent of all ticket sales in every theater across the US - more than 2000 - for the film's opening five days, 8/9 through 8/13.

50% of the total donation will go to the WTC Memorial Foundation.

Obviously the studio and actors will "make money", but they are also giving back – and there's nothing wrong with that.

http://www.wtcmovie.com/popups/charity.html
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: ruiner on August 10, 2006, 12:48 PM
Yeah, I thought I heard something about that.

That's cool that they're donating 10% of the first five day haul but my opinion remains unchanged. 

This tragic event that affected so many people and changed the course of life for so many Americans (among others worldwide) is now a blockbuster movie starring Nicolas Cage and directed by Oliver Stone (the guy that brought you Natural Born Killers).

Doesn't that just feel, well - odd?  I felt that same way when I saw Ben Affleck and Josh Harnett flying around in WWII bombers "pretending" to be heroes.

 ???

Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: BillCable on August 10, 2006, 01:44 PM
Do you feel the same way about Abbot and Costello doing WW2 flicks during that war?  Or Looney Tunes doing the same?  Captain America comics fighting the Nazis?  The recent FX series "Over There?"  Mass media has always covered and replayed current and recent tragedies and wars.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Tracy on August 10, 2006, 02:19 PM
Do you feel the same way about Abbot and Costello doing WW2 flicks during that war?  Or Looney Tunes doing the same?  Captain America comics fighting the Nazis? 

But weren't those meant to boost the war effort and the spirit of the American people? 
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: ruiner on August 10, 2006, 02:33 PM
Yeah, I think the context is different, very different.

Who's going to sympathize with Nazis getting their asses handed to them by Captain America!?

Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Famine on August 10, 2006, 06:10 PM
Who's going to sympathize with Nazis getting their asses handed to them by Captain America!?

The Red Scull.

Too soon for this, I feel.

Kevin
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Darth Kenobi on August 10, 2006, 10:33 PM
I went to see World Trade Center on wedensday and glad I did.  I have always wanted to know the unkown stories of those tragic events.  The stories that you don't hear about at all like the two marines and in a some what known story in what happened to those PADA officers. 
In regards to whether its to soon or not I think like Anthony's post said for those of us who lived those events there won't be a good time to see any movies about those attacks. 
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Darth_Anton on August 11, 2006, 10:00 AM

This tragic event that affected so many people and changed the course of life for so many Americans (among others worldwide) is now a blockbuster movie starring Nicolas Cage and directed by Oliver Stone (the guy that brought you Natural Born Killers).

Doesn't that just feel, well - odd?  I felt that same way when I saw Ben Affleck and Josh Harnett flying around in WWII bombers "pretending" to be heroes.

 ???



I completely agree with you. But, watch Tora, Tora, Tora if you want to see a Pearl Harbor film that does the subject justice.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Darth Slothus on August 11, 2006, 11:26 AM
One of my long time favorites, Thank you Anton
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Diddly on August 19, 2006, 01:14 AM
GO SEE SNAKES ON A PLANE! NOW!

Seriously, the movie has everything. EVERYTHING. Swearing, random deaths, boobs, people getting bitten in private areas, and best of all, MACE WINDU killing snakes using fire, spears, microwaves, etc.

Best. Movie. Ever.
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Hemish on August 21, 2006, 02:37 AM
Nope, This would be best movie ever :o ;D ;D ;D
(http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y221/darthhemish/CAPOM59N.jpg)
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Ben on August 21, 2006, 03:33 AM
hee hee, "Fur Traders."
Title: Re: The Official JD Movie Review Thread
Post by: Jediknight760071 on August 25, 2006, 02:54 AM
Went and saw Little Miss Sunshine tonight and loved it. Even at the 9:20 show almost everyone in the theatre clapped when the movie was over. If you're into comedy, this is a great film for you to see. :)