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12-26-12, 08:51 PM (EST)
 
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Didn't we used to have movie reviews around here? *coughesteecough*I love movies, but only get out to a grown-up movie about once each year. Today was my day. Went to see Django Unchained with DS (18) and DD (16). And I loved it. Classic Tarantino, with amusing dialogue, great music, plenty of blood, and a movie that left me laughing often. Jamie Foxx and particularly Christoph Waltz were excellent. I don't think either of my kids had seen much of Tarantino in the past, and they both thoroughly enjoyed. I give it 4 out of 5.
Other movies I would like to see:
- Lincoln
- Les Miserables
- The Hobbit
- and maybe Life of Pi
But that would take me 4 more years to see all these at the theatre! 
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cahaya 18180 desperate attention whore postings
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12-26-12, 09:15 PM (EST)
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I've already seen The Hobbit twice, once with some friends in Indy and again here with DW and DD. I could probably write a review of it. I will say, though, as long as the movie is, you almost have to see it twice to catch everything. I caught a lot in the second viewing that I missed in the first viewing, and it went quicker the second time than the first time, which seemed kind of slow in the early parts of the movie.I'll want to read the Les Miserables reviews first before deciding to see it. I've read the book several times, so if the movie goes too far off tangent, I might be disappointed, even if the acting and effects are good. Ditto for Lincoln.
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bondt007 3308 desperate attention whore postings
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12-27-12, 03:39 AM (EST)
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I read the Hobbit a few times, and right now am not planning to see the movie. Will see Lincoln and Les Miserables soon, so no review yet.In fact the last movie I went to was Skyfall, which was pretty good (fun) but not as good as Casino Royale, IMO. I really wanted to see Argo but I think I missed it in the theaters. I was one of those rare birds that didn't like Pulp Fiction at all, so am cautious of Django Unchained, may wait for the small screen. I *think* I'm looking forward to Gangster Squad...!
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Molaholic 8213 desperate attention whore postings
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12-28-12, 01:52 PM (EST)
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Avoiding any spoilers -- Hitchcock covers the making of Psycho (and a few other things...) -- right before Tippi and The Birds.
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12-28-12, 11:01 AM (EST)
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We recently saw "Perks of Being a Wallflower", "Argo", and "Silver Linings Playbook" at the theater, plus "The Dark Knight Rises" on DVD. I'd recommend them all.
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12-30-12, 11:43 AM (EST)
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I saw Lincoln when it came out and loved it. It doesn't surprise me that Danial Day Lewis and Tommy Lee Jones were amazing and will get Oscar nominations. Sally Field was good, but I'm not really sure why she's up for a GG, because she had roughly 10 lines and wasn't on screen much. lolSaw the Hobbit yesterday. It should get all sorts of awards for set design etc. This movie is visually stunning - but seriously, they are already 3/4 through the book and there are still two movies to go. I want to see Les Mis today. I've seen the Broadway production, which I'm hoping won't affect my objectivity. lol 
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12-30-12, 11:52 AM (EST)
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I have the same feeling about Alan Arkin in Argo that you have for Sally Field. Not a big role and it's not exactly a challenging role either, so why all the talk that he is a lock for a Oscar nom? Did really enjoy Argo though.
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01-02-13, 04:00 PM (EST)
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I'm back to talk a little about Les Miserables.Saw it for a second time with my husband and am really beginning to appreciate the longevity of this story and musical. I never quite got what was so special about this story. DH and I were both struck by the story of deep faith throughout. We were interested in the juxtaposition of Jean Valjean's true desire to do what was right in God's eyes no matter the cost and Javert's faith in doing what was right for the sake of how his attention to duty might be perceived. They both uttered a line at crucial points in the story; By Jean Valjean at the beginning of his changed life -
I am reaching, but I fall
And the night is closing in
And I stare into the void
To the whirlpool of my sin
I'll escape now from the world
From the world of Jean Valjean
Jean Valjean is nothing now
Another story must begin!
by Javert at the end of his life -
I am reaching, but I fall
And the stars are black and cold
As I stare into the void
Of a world that cannot hold
I'll escape now from the world
From the world of Jean Valjean.
There is nowhere I can turn
There is no way to go on....
Both men were shown mercy and resulted in very different outcomes.
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01-03-13, 02:46 PM (EST)
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I'm as frequent of a theatre goer as you are, Byoffer. Saw THREE this year-it's like a new record for us! We usually go with "Do I NEED to see this in the theatre or can I rent it?" measuring stick. 2012:
The Hunger Games
Skyfall
The Hobbit
(May have also seen The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo in 2012...it was the holiday season and I can't remember if it was Dec. '11 or Jan. '12). Finally watched on Video:
The King's Speech (thumbs up!) 2013 wish list to see in theatre:
Argo
Lincoln Recent movies I'll probably wait for DVD:
Django
Life of Pi
(and realistically, probably Argo and Lincoln) No desire to see:
Les Mis...I dislike musicals 
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Brownroach 14126 desperate attention whore postings
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01-04-13, 11:54 AM (EST)
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18. "RE: Movies " |
Argo isn't really a must-see-it-in-the-theater movie. And it will be out on DVD next month.
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01-04-13, 10:14 PM (EST)
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Over Christmas break, I viewed Moonrise Kingdom and Safety Not Guaranteed. Two very quirky movies that I would recommend. Quick synopsis Safety Not Guaranteed - guy places ad in paper looking for a partner to embark on time travel with him. Must bring your own weapons. Three journalists are trying to get the story on it and one of them ends up getting recruited for the journey. Thought it was very entertaining albeit odd. Moonrise Kingdom - It's a Wes Anderson movie. Set in the 1960's, a young "khaki scout" (a boy scout type) leaves his camp and meets up with a girl. Considered missing, the boy's scout troop , the girl's family, and the local po-po search for them. It's a lovely, strange story. Both movies are under 100 minutes so you aren't investing a lot of time if you end up hating them, but I think they are worth a watch.
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01-05-13, 02:52 PM (EST)
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We LOVED Moonrise Kingdom. The kids were very sweet and the adult actors were a delight to watch.
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byoffer 15536 desperate attention whore postings
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01-05-13, 04:32 PM (EST)
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Uh oh, used my 2013 cinema movie budget early! Hope this won't be my last movie for the year.Life of Pi - based on the book of the same name, which I have not read. The movie is done in 3D (though I didn't understand why). The story is interesting, and the visuals are good, but I just wasn't amazed/enthralled/moved by this one. In a lot of ways it reminded me of Castaway with Tom Hanks and his side-kick volleyball Wilson. Both movies did a good job of conveying just how difficult loneliness can be, and how in such situations we become desperate for companionship of any sort. But while that was good, the rest was just an ordinary story. The CGI is impressive. Overall I give this one 6/10.
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01-11-13, 05:36 PM (EST)
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Took DD to Les Mis and we both thought it was really good. I was pleasantly surprised by the singing, especially Ann Hathaway and Samantha Barks(I later found out she had done the state version in the 25th anniversary production).
DS took his girlfriend to it and he just said "Steal a loaf and bred and sh!t happens!(I think he got that from somewhere though.)
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01-12-13, 01:33 PM (EST)
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I was taken to The Hobbit last night. The combination of 48 frames per second, 3D, and Imax reached the point where it was almost a sensory assault. It's the first time I've really understood the idea of virtual reality producing overload -- there were people staggering out of the theater, and I had a hand on the exit corridor for several yards. This is going to take some getting used to, and I'm not sure many directors will be eager to leap on this bandwagon.(I've also seen reality shows with less padding. Take that as you will -- but to me, the most offensive change was Bilbo nearly walking out from the Front Porch.) BTW, my theater had the Star Trek Into Darkness nine-minute preview. It was -- loud. Oh, and could someone explain to me why a ship designed to survive phaser fire, solar flares, and direct photon torpedo hits would have trouble with lava? I also caught Safety Not Guaranteed last month.
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