so many critics disliked this
so many people will never watch it
but there are things you can get out of it if you have a soul
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so many critics disliked this
so many people will never watch it
but there are things you can get out of it if you have a soul
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[QUOTE=post;14711694]one of the few books i read more than once in my life[/QUOTE]
Same here.
I usually read it once a year.
[QUOTE=Lakers Legend#32;14711945]Same here.
I usually read it once a year.[/QUOTE]
cool
if i remember correctly i first heard about it from howard zinn
then i realized i was familiar with it from the metallica song/video one
The Wolf of Wall Street
f*cking amazing movie
[QUOTE=SaltyMeatballs;14712450]The Wolf of Wall Street
f*cking amazing movie[/QUOTE]
Its an entertaining movie but how tf are you missing out on anything if you havent seen it? No ife essons or anything in that.
[QUOTE=SaltyMeatballs;14712450]The Wolf of Wall Street
f*cking amazing movie[/QUOTE]
haven't seen it
did see wall street by oliver stone
and then there's horror wall street
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[QUOTE=ArbitraryWater;14712502]Its an entertaining movie but how tf are you missing out on anything if you havent seen it? No ife essons or anything in that.[/QUOTE]
It's a really great movie
And it does have life lessons: don't be stupid with your money & don't do drugs
blood in blood out
"life's a risk, carnal" - it's so thot provoking. unlike kanye's music.
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stand and deliver is another great classic with a message for the youth, particularly those in the lower socio-economic class.
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honestly, society needs to have that drilled in their heads^^^
[QUOTE=post;14712683]haven't seen it
did see wall street by oliver stone
and then there's horror wall street
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no one on wallstreet was more fresh than P. Bate
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[QUOTE=highwhey;14712779]no one on wallstreet was more fresh than P. Bate
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he's a bit like if batman and joker had a baby
dracula by tod browning
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underrated
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interesting
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touching
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Midnight Cowboy
[QUOTE=SaltyMeatballs;14712710]It's a really great movie
And it does have life lessons: don't be stupid with your money & don't do drugs[/QUOTE]
pretty basic life lessons most would already know, id assume.
the power of porn
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the power of love
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Let The Right One in is the best vampire movie off them all.
So of course Hollywood had to do an American version (Let Me In) of it.
Of course it was sh!t.
[QUOTE=Lakers Legend#32;14715685]Let The Right One in is the best vampire movie off them all.
So of course Hollywood had to do an American version (Let Me In) of it.
Of course it was sh!t.[/QUOTE]
this is probably my favorite horror remake
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Heres a few of my all time favorites
2001 Space Odyssey
A Boy and his Dog
Barry Lyndon
Barton Fink
Big Trouble in little China
The Big Lebowski
Burn After Reading
Chinatown
Cool Hand Luke
Das Boot
The Departed
Eyes Wide Shut
Falling Down
The Fifth Element
Fight Club
Friday
Galaxy Quest
Goodfellas
The Good the Bad and the Ugly
Gran Torino
Happy Gilmore
Hot Fuzz
Last Action Hero
Lethal Weapon 1 & 2
Logan
Lord of the Rings trilogy
Master and Commander
Miami Vice (2006)
The Matrix
Millers Crossing
Network
No Country for Old Men
Office Space
The Omega Man
Police Story
Predator
Raising Arizona
Rambo First Blood
Sorry to Bother You
Soylent Green
Sphere
Starship Troopers
Taxi Driver
The Thing
They Live
Tropic Thunder
True Lies
Zulu
[QUOTE=Nanners;14716232]Heres a few of my all time favorites
2001 Space Odyssey
A Boy and his Dog
Barry Lyndon
Barton Fink
Big Trouble in little China
The Big Lebowski
Burn After Reading
Chinatown
Cool Hand Luke
Das Boot
The Departed
Eyes Wide Shut
Falling Down
The Fifth Element
Fight Club
Friday
Galaxy Quest
Goodfellas
The Good the Bad and the Ugly
Gran Torino
Happy Gilmore
Hot Fuzz
Last Action Hero
Lethal Weapon 1 & 2
Logan
Lord of the Rings trilogy
Master and Commander
Miami Vice (2006)
The Matrix
Millers Crossing
Network
No Country for Old Men
Office Space
The Omega Man
Police Story
Predator
Raising Arizona
Rambo First Blood
Sorry to Bother You
Soylent Green
Sphere
Starship Troopers
Taxi Driver
The Thing
They Live
Tropic Thunder
True Lies
Zulu[/QUOTE]
rambo first blood does a good job of creating sympathy regardless of beliefs at least in my opinion
they live is a good metaphor that seems to appeal to some people across the spectrum
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[QUOTE=highwhey;14710757]the theme park comparison is accurate.[/QUOTE]
I never understood this when he said it. An audience enjoying themselves diminishes the artistry of film?
[QUOTE=Charlie Sheen;14716829]I never understood this when he said it. An audience enjoying themselves diminishes the artistry of film?[/QUOTE]
Not necessarily. But the film being akin to a roller coaster with the effects and action pieces can distract from a lack of narrative or character development.
Others I don't think have been mentioned yet.
Talented Mr. Ripley
American Beauty
Good Will Hunting
Social Network
Trainspotting
Moneyball
Casino
A Simple Plan
Little Miss Sunshine
Seven
Silence of the Lambs
Misery
Collateral
Swingers
Dazed & Confused
[QUOTE=ShawkFactory;14717082]Not necessarily. But the film being akin to a roller coaster with the effects and action pieces can distract from a lack of narrative or character development.[/QUOTE]
That's fair.
Applying it broadly to marvel movies is unfair. Nobody discards Goodfellas as another gangster movie sensationalizing money, drugs and violence because of Scarface. That's not even being critical, that's just being lazy.
Guardians of the galaxy was layered with themes that are relevant to the day. Everyone meets tragedy in life. Underneath all of the superpowers and comic book stuff, the movie shines a light on human resiliency and the value of friendship.
[QUOTE=Charlie Sheen;14717171]That's fair.
Applying it broadly to marvel movies is unfair. Nobody discards Goodfellas as another gangster movie sensationalizing money, drugs and violence because of Scarface. That's not even being critical, that's just being lazy.
Guardians of the galaxy was layered with themes that are relevant to the day. Everyone meets tragedy in life.[B] Underneath all of the superpowers and comic book stuff, the movie shines a light on human resiliency and the value of friendship.[/B][/QUOTE]
Sure, but it only works to a certain degree.
The first Guardians might actually be my favorite Marvel movie because it seemed to have a little more heart than most of the others. But after 12 movies about human resiliency and friendship it gets a little stale for me.
Having the same theme over and over and over, it becomes clear that there isn't much need for meticulousness in the set up or anything truly different other than the specific circumstances each hero is in. It's all pretty on the nose and it doesn't interest me in any way.
Not that it isn't "art" because there's many levels that go into just creating these things. The cinematography is cool and there are scores of people excelling at their jobs. It's just not at all what I'm looking for in film at this point.
A Clockwork Orange is in my personal top 5 and haven't seen it mentioned
Cast away is a must see as well
[QUOTE=SouBeachTalents;14717102]Others I don't think have been mentioned yet.
Talented Mr. Ripley
American Beauty
Good Will Hunting
Social Network
Trainspotting
Moneyball
Casino
A Simple Plan
Little Miss Sunshine
Seven
Silence of the Lambs
Misery
Collateral
Swingers
Dazed & Confused[/QUOTE]
All great movies. Trainspotting & Collateral both have great soundtracks.
I showed my friend American Beauty years back and he was blown away from how good it was.
[QUOTE=ShawkFactory;14717186]Sure, but it only works to a certain degree.
The first Guardians might actually be my favorite Marvel movie because it seemed to have a little more heart than most of the others. But after 12 movies about human resiliency and friendship it gets a little stale for me.
Having the same theme over and over and over, it becomes clear that there isn't much need for meticulousness in the set up or anything truly different other than the specific circumstances each hero is in. It's all pretty on the nose and it doesn't interest me in any way.
Not that it isn't "art" because there's many levels that go into just creating these things. The cinematography is cool and there are scores of people excelling at their jobs. It's just not at all what I'm looking for in film at this point.[/QUOTE]
I am not dismissing the fatigue, and I think we're getting off track here. My fault because I will defend Guardians like ArbitraryWater does Ronaldo :lol
My original point was that "your favorite comic book movie" fits the premise of this thread. I would never recommend watching the entire marvel movie library to anyone, but I would recommend watching at least one of the Marvel movies to everyone. A big part of the reason I watch the movies I do is being able to discuss them with other people. That's why I would include one movie from all of the blockbuster franchises like Star Wars and Star Trek in my own list.
[QUOTE=post;14716703]rambo first blood does a good job of creating sympathy regardless of beliefs at least in my opinion[/quote]
Rambo first blood almost feels like it belongs to an entirely different series than the rest of the Rambo movies. When most people hear the name "Rambo" they probably think of a guy with huge muscles gunning down an endless army of enemy minions, but from what I recall Rambo doesnt actually kill a single person in this film, and he doesnt really start using a firearm until the final 1/3rd of the movie.
And yeah it does a great job of creating sympathy, not just for Rambo but also for the villains (the cops) who are mostly just guilty of misunderstanding what they are dealing with and not knowing when to swallow their pride.
[QUOTE=Nanners;14717568]Rambo first blood almost feels like it belongs to an entirely different series than the rest of the Rambo movies. When most people hear the name "Rambo" they probably think of a guy with huge muscles gunning down an endless army of enemy minions, but from what I recall Rambo doesnt actually kill a single person in this film, and he doesnt really start using a firearm until the final 1/3rd of the movie.
And yeah it does a great job of creating sympathy, not just for Rambo but also for the villains (the cops) who are mostly just guilty of misunderstanding what they are dealing with and not knowing when to swallow their pride.[/QUOTE]
i've seen the first one a few times
this shirt made me laugh a little
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Movies can expose you to new perspectives, cultures, and ideas. They can also help you to understand and appreciate the world around you and offer a way to relax and unwind after a long day.
But generally speaking, it is likely that spending time learning something worthwhile would be considered more valuable and much more of a priority than watching a list of movies before you die. Learning something worthwhile such as a new skill, knowledge or education can help you to achieve your personal and professional goals and have a positive impact on your life and the lives of those around you.
It's possible to find a balance between watching movies and spending time learning something worthwhile. Just be mindful of how much time you are spending watching movies, knowing that the less movies you watch, the more likely it will be for you to become a top G.
they live is the matrix of the 80s
but parts of it are hilarious
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Add "the unbearable weight of massive talent" to the list... ridiculously good movie
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Hot take but this movie is overrated. Saw it once and it has a good message but overall it was pretty boring
[QUOTE=SaltyMeatballs;14739704]Hot take but this movie is overrated. Saw it once and it has a good message but overall it was pretty boring[/QUOTE]
well i think it's great
but thanks for the review salty meatballs
[QUOTE=SaltyMeatballs;14739704]Hot take but this movie is overrated. Saw it once and it has a good message but overall it was pretty boring[/QUOTE]
agreed
[QUOTE=SouBeachTalents;14717102]Others I don't think have been mentioned yet.
Talented Mr. Ripley
[B]American Beauty[/b]
Good Will Hunting
Social Network
[B]Trainspotting [/b]
Moneyball
[B]Casino[/b]
[B]A Simple Plan[/b]
Little Miss Sunshine
Seven
[B]Silence of the Lambs
Misery[/b]
Collateral
Swingers
[B]Dazed & Confused[/b][/QUOTE]
Great list, was gonna mentioned the bolded movies because I noticed they weren't mentioned yet, you beat me to it :cheers:
Most of my faves have already been mentioned but a few more I would add...
The Godfather Trilogy
Apocalypse Now
A Clockwork Orange
The Thin Red Line
Donnie Brasco
Unforgiven
Mean Streets
The King Of Comedy
The Revenant
Apocalypto
In The Name Of The Father
Dog Day Afternoon
Bad Boys (1983)
Boogie Nights
Also Pan's Labyrinth, if you haven't watched it, I highly recommend it.
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