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SelimNiai
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I must be one of the few people to not be wanting to see TS3 despite growing up in the TS 1 and 2 era. As far as I'm concerened I'm 21 now, I've matured (mostly) and I'd rather go to the pub than watch a film that is made for kids only.
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actually i really liked get him to the greek i thought it was brilliant...the completely ridiculous songs combined with brands naturally funny manner made it really enjoyable
Amobokoboko
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Sherlock Holmes, pretty good movie. looking forward to the sequel.
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Not really a film, more an anime series: Higashi no Eden, cool stuff.
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Not really a movie but all 7 seasons of two and a half men.
So far season 1-3 are brilliant and season 4 is a bit poor. Still three seasons to go.
So far season 1-3 are brilliant and season 4 is a bit poor. Still three seasons to go.
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First post for me in a while, just been travelling in Asia... here's some of the films I watched while away:
Looking for Eric - directed by one of the world's greatest ever directors, Ken Loach, this film tells the story of a man from Manchester whose wife has left him, has kids living with him from different mothers who've turned out very differently. He's a bit of a wierdo, but has strong principles, great mates and a 'mental hotline' to Eric Cantona himself... and these things combine to show Eric a way out of the trouble he finds himself in. As always with Loach's films, a really charming, sad and touching story is beautifully acted and directed.
The Killing Fields - Old movie this, but a must-see nonetheless. It tells the true story of an American journalist and his Cambodian friend who spend the early 70s reporting from Cambodia. Then, in 1975 the Khmer Rouge sweep to power, Westerners are evacuated and the country completely sealed off as the Khmer Rouge instigates an agricultural revolution that forces the entire population into slavery working in the rice paddies; dissenters are ruthlessly executed and put into mass graves known as the killing fields, while millions more die from starvation and disease - up to 3 million Cambodians die in the 4 years the Khmer Rouge are in power. The Cambodian journalist is one of the survivors, and the film tells of his experiences in Cambodia and of his American friends' experiences trying to publicise what is happening back in the West. Classic.
Antwone Fisher - another film based on a true story, Antwone Fisher is a US Navy sailor in early to mid 20s. He has a very short fuse, and is often getting in fights with his fellow sailors, and so is sent to Denzel Washington's Navy Psychiatrist character. As Fisher gradually begins to open up to the psychiatrist, the two gradually become closer, as Washington's advice helps Fisher sort out his own problems while Fisher's influence brings the psychiatrist closer to his wife. As well as a really touching and saddening story, this film shows a good insight into black American family life. Great film.
14 Blades - Another medieval martial arts epic out of Hong Kong, starring Donnie Yen. Not too much to say here, if you're in to this sort of film then watch this, it's great fun! Not in the league of CTHD, Hero or HOFD but very enjoyable nonetheless, with some cracking fight scenes.
Wild Target - A lovely British black comedy about an old fashioned 'gentleman' assassin played by Bill Nighy, who is contracted to kill a gorgeous but mischievous fraudster played by Emily Blunt. Despite pressure from his mother, Eileen Atkins, a gangster (Rupert Everitt) and another hitman (Martin Freeman), Nighy can't bring himself to kill her and is forced to flee. On the way he picks up a stoner (Rupert Grint) who he becomes a mentor to, and Nighy, Blunt and Grint go on the run. Very funny film with some very good acting.
The Godfather - don't have to say too much here. Marlon Brando's Vito Corleone is quite happy running a huge mafia family in New York in the 40s, until a rival gang shoots him and puts him in hospital. While his son Santino takes charge of the family, his previously straight son Michael (Al Pacino) becomes gradually more involved in the family business. Classic film.
Looking for Eric - directed by one of the world's greatest ever directors, Ken Loach, this film tells the story of a man from Manchester whose wife has left him, has kids living with him from different mothers who've turned out very differently. He's a bit of a wierdo, but has strong principles, great mates and a 'mental hotline' to Eric Cantona himself... and these things combine to show Eric a way out of the trouble he finds himself in. As always with Loach's films, a really charming, sad and touching story is beautifully acted and directed.
The Killing Fields - Old movie this, but a must-see nonetheless. It tells the true story of an American journalist and his Cambodian friend who spend the early 70s reporting from Cambodia. Then, in 1975 the Khmer Rouge sweep to power, Westerners are evacuated and the country completely sealed off as the Khmer Rouge instigates an agricultural revolution that forces the entire population into slavery working in the rice paddies; dissenters are ruthlessly executed and put into mass graves known as the killing fields, while millions more die from starvation and disease - up to 3 million Cambodians die in the 4 years the Khmer Rouge are in power. The Cambodian journalist is one of the survivors, and the film tells of his experiences in Cambodia and of his American friends' experiences trying to publicise what is happening back in the West. Classic.
Antwone Fisher - another film based on a true story, Antwone Fisher is a US Navy sailor in early to mid 20s. He has a very short fuse, and is often getting in fights with his fellow sailors, and so is sent to Denzel Washington's Navy Psychiatrist character. As Fisher gradually begins to open up to the psychiatrist, the two gradually become closer, as Washington's advice helps Fisher sort out his own problems while Fisher's influence brings the psychiatrist closer to his wife. As well as a really touching and saddening story, this film shows a good insight into black American family life. Great film.
14 Blades - Another medieval martial arts epic out of Hong Kong, starring Donnie Yen. Not too much to say here, if you're in to this sort of film then watch this, it's great fun! Not in the league of CTHD, Hero or HOFD but very enjoyable nonetheless, with some cracking fight scenes.
Wild Target - A lovely British black comedy about an old fashioned 'gentleman' assassin played by Bill Nighy, who is contracted to kill a gorgeous but mischievous fraudster played by Emily Blunt. Despite pressure from his mother, Eileen Atkins, a gangster (Rupert Everitt) and another hitman (Martin Freeman), Nighy can't bring himself to kill her and is forced to flee. On the way he picks up a stoner (Rupert Grint) who he becomes a mentor to, and Nighy, Blunt and Grint go on the run. Very funny film with some very good acting.
The Godfather - don't have to say too much here. Marlon Brando's Vito Corleone is quite happy running a huge mafia family in New York in the 40s, until a rival gang shoots him and puts him in hospital. While his son Santino takes charge of the family, his previously straight son Michael (Al Pacino) becomes gradually more involved in the family business. Classic film.
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Watched Law Abiding Citizen on Sunday, have to say I really enjoyed it, good film. Watched the Bucket List with Morgan Friedman and Jack Nicholson which I also enjoyed, was light hearted and sad but funny at times too
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I watched a film called 'The Road'. I thought it was fantastic. Some of the best sound design i have ever heard in a film. They did a fantastic job of creating the 'post apocalyptic' ambience. 10/10 for me.
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Shrek 4: great how they make those movies.
The storyline was a bit poor but my little cousin enjoyed it.
The storyline was a bit poor but my little cousin enjoyed it.
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American Gangster. I thought it was brilliant. Watched the director's cut, so I'm guessing it was an extended version, and it was pretty long, but it didn't really feel like that. It didn't drag at all. Best film I've seen in a long while - 9/10.
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Just watched Inception today, I actually really, really, like it! Love those movies that make you, or force you to think!
SelimNiai
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The A-Team Film
Really enjoyed it!
Same, a thoroughly enjoyable way to spend a couple of hours. A DVD must when it comes out. I must admit I was sceptical when I heard it was being made but I have been proved wrong. Neeson and Cooper are very good in it and ANY film with Jessica Biel in it is worth a watch.
