OT/ Best/Worst Movies

[Judy Haffner]

There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they deem
the BEST movies?

I have only walked out of one movie in my entire life, and that was
many, many years ago. It was considered a classic, and that was 20,000
Leagues Under The Sea, starring James Mason. I was bored to tears. There
was one other other recently that I WANTED to walk out of, but kept
expecting it to get better, cause it was up for a bunch of academy
awards, and I think it did win Best Picture that year, and it was The
English Patient, although I must admit I really like Ralph Finnes
(spelling?) that was in that. Another really BAD one was called The
Phone, with Whoopi Goldberg. We rented it, and quit watching after a
short period of time...totally dumb!

I DON'T like "gore movies", and refuse to go, as to me that's not
entertainment, but my daughter loves them! I don't care for Sci-Fi
either, but have seen some good ones. My most favorite movies of all
times, since I was a kid, have been musicals....Sound Of Music, Fiddler
On The Roof, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, Seven Brides For Seven
Brothers, The Glen Miller Story, Carousel, Oklahoma, etc., etc., etc.

I also really like a good comedy, action movies, and also a real good
drama. If a movie brings tears to my eyes, or I about split a gut
laughing, then I feel it was a GREAT movie and I got my money's worth!
:o)

Judy

[The Chris]

Post by Judy Haffner
There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they deem
the BEST movies?
I have only walked out of one movie in my entire life, and that was
many, many years ago. It was considered a classic, and that was 20,000
Leagues Under The Sea, starring James Mason. I was bored to tears. There
was one other other recently that I WANTED to walk out of, but kept
expecting it to get better, cause it was up for a bunch of academy
awards, and I think it did win Best Picture that year, and it was The
English Patient, although I must admit I really like Ralph Finnes
(spelling?) that was in that. Another really BAD one was called The
Phone, with Whoopi Goldberg. We rented it, and quit watching after a
short period of time...totally dumb!
I DON'T like "gore movies", and refuse to go, as to me that's not
entertainment, but my daughter loves them! I don't care for Sci-Fi
either, but have seen some good ones. My most favorite movies of all
times, since I was a kid, have been musicals....Sound Of Music, Fiddler
On The Roof, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, Seven Brides For Seven
Brothers, The Glen Miller Story, Carousel, Oklahoma, etc., etc., etc.
I also really like a good comedy, action movies, and also a real good
drama. If a movie brings tears to my eyes, or I about split a gut
laughing, then I feel it was a GREAT movie and I got my money's worth!
:o)
Judy

The only movie I ever turned off was 'Switch' - that movie with Ellen
Barkin and Jimmy Smits... I don't know why... I just saw her at the
Oceans' 13 premiere (on E!) and she looked amazing for 53, but, her
playing a man really turned me off....

I'm not the guy to ask though, I kind of like 'bad' movies - like
"Hollywood Chainsaw Hookers" and "The Slime Bowl-a-rama"

[fille]

Post by The Chris

Post by Judy Haffner
There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they deem
the BEST movies?
I have only walked out of one movie in my entire life, and that was
many, many years ago. It was considered a classic, and that was 20,000
Leagues Under The Sea, starring James Mason. I was bored to tears.

There

Post by Judy Haffner
was one other other recently that I WANTED to walk out of, but kept
expecting it to get better, cause it was up for a bunch of academy
awards, and I think it did win Best Picture that year, and it was The
English Patient, although I must admit I really like Ralph Finnes
(spelling?) that was in that. Another really BAD one was called The
Phone, with Whoopi Goldberg. We rented it, and quit watching after a
short period of time...totally dumb!
I DON'T like "gore movies", and refuse to go, as to me that's not
entertainment, but my daughter loves them! I don't care for Sci-Fi
either, but have seen some good ones. My most favorite movies of all
times, since I was a kid, have been musicals....Sound Of Music, Fiddler
On The Roof, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, Seven Brides For Seven
Brothers, The Glen Miller Story, Carousel, Oklahoma, etc., etc., etc.
I also really like a good comedy, action movies, and also a real good
drama. If a movie brings tears to my eyes, or I about split a gut
laughing, then I feel it was a GREAT movie and I got my money's worth!
:o)
Judy

The only movie I ever turned off was 'Switch' - that movie with Ellen
Barkin and Jimmy Smits... I don't know why... I just saw her at the
Oceans' 13 premiere (on E!) and she looked amazing for 53, but, her
playing a man really turned me off....
I'm not the guy to ask though, I kind of like 'bad' movies - like
"Hollywood Chainsaw Hookers" and "The Slime Bowl-a-rama"- Hide quoted text -

And one of the all-time BEST "bad" movies - Plan 9 From Outerspace. A
total masterpiece of crap.

[SantaSteeler]

without a doubt the worst movie I have ever seen was Hudson Hawk. my son
and daughter and I were the ONLY ones in the theater. my all time fav is
The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance. Lee Marvin, John Wayne and JIMMY
STEWART! how could you go wrong. of course Andy Devine, Vera Miles and
John Carradine did not hurt.

Post by Judy Haffner
There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they deem
the BEST movies?
I have only walked out of one movie in my entire life, and that was
many, many years ago. It was considered a classic, and that was 20,000
Leagues Under The Sea, starring James Mason. I was bored to tears. There
was one other other recently that I WANTED to walk out of, but kept
expecting it to get better, cause it was up for a bunch of academy
awards, and I think it did win Best Picture that year, and it was The
English Patient, although I must admit I really like Ralph Finnes
(spelling?) that was in that. Another really BAD one was called The
Phone, with Whoopi Goldberg. We rented it, and quit watching after a
short period of time...totally dumb!
I DON'T like "gore movies", and refuse to go, as to me that's not
entertainment, but my daughter loves them! I don't care for Sci-Fi
either, but have seen some good ones. My most favorite movies of all
times, since I was a kid, have been musicals....Sound Of Music, Fiddler
On The Roof, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, Seven Brides For Seven
Brothers, The Glen Miller Story, Carousel, Oklahoma, etc., etc., etc.
I also really like a good comedy, action movies, and also a real good
drama. If a movie brings tears to my eyes, or I about split a gut
laughing, then I feel it was a GREAT movie and I got my money's worth!
:o)
Judy

[JohnGavin]

Post by SantaSteeler
without a doubt the worst movie I have ever seen was Hudson Hawk. my son
and daughter and I were the ONLY ones in the theater. my all time fav is
The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance. Lee Marvin, John Wayne and JIMMY
STEWART! how could you go wrong. of course Andy Devine, Vera Miles and
John Carradine did not hurt.

Post by Judy Haffner
There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they deem
the BEST movies?
I have only walked out of one movie in my entire life, and that was
many, many years ago. It was considered a classic, and that was 20,000
Leagues Under The Sea, starring James Mason. I was bored to tears. There
was one other other recently that I WANTED to walk out of, but kept
expecting it to get better, cause it was up for a bunch of academy
awards, and I think it did win Best Picture that year, and it was The
English Patient, although I must admit I really like Ralph Finnes
(spelling?) that was in that. Another really BAD one was called The
Phone, with Whoopi Goldberg. We rented it, and quit watching after a
short period of time...totally dumb!
I DON'T like "gore movies", and refuse to go, as to me that's not
entertainment, but my daughter loves them! I don't care for Sci-Fi
either, but have seen some good ones. My most favorite movies of all
times, since I was a kid, have been musicals....Sound Of Music, Fiddler
On The Roof, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, Seven Brides For Seven
Brothers, The Glen Miller Story, Carousel, Oklahoma, etc., etc., etc.
I also really like a good comedy, action movies, and also a real good
drama. If a movie brings tears to my eyes, or I about split a gut
laughing, then I feel it was a GREAT movie and I got my money's worth!
:o)
Judy- Hide quoted text -

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I'm probably in the minority but I hated "Dances with Wolves" - and I
find most Kevin Costner unwatcheable.

[daveparks]

Post by JohnGavin

Post by SantaSteeler
without a doubt the worst movie I have ever seen was Hudson Hawk. my son
and daughter and I were the ONLY ones in the theater. my all time fav is
The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance. Lee Marvin, John Wayne and JIMMY
STEWART! how could you go wrong. of course Andy Devine, Vera Miles and
John Carradine did not hurt.

Post by Judy Haffner
There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they deem
the BEST movies?
I have only walked out of one movie in my entire life, and that was
many, many years ago. It was considered a classic, and that was 20,000
Leagues Under The Sea, starring James Mason. I was bored to tears. There
was one other other recently that I WANTED to walk out of, but kept
expecting it to get better, cause it was up for a bunch of academy
awards, and I think it did win Best Picture that year, and it was The
English Patient, although I must admit I really like Ralph Finnes
(spelling?) that was in that. Another really BAD one was called The
Phone, with Whoopi Goldberg. We rented it, and quit watching after a
short period of time...totally dumb!
I DON'T like "gore movies", and refuse to go, as to me that's not
entertainment, but my daughter loves them! I don't care for Sci-Fi
either, but have seen some good ones. My most favorite movies of all
times, since I was a kid, have been musicals....Sound Of Music, Fiddler
On The Roof, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, Seven Brides For Seven
Brothers, The Glen Miller Story, Carousel, Oklahoma, etc., etc., etc.
I also really like a good comedy, action movies, and also a real good
drama. If a movie brings tears to my eyes, or I about split a gut
laughing, then I feel it was a GREAT movie and I got my money's worth!
:o)
Judy- Hide quoted text -

- Show quoted text -

I'm probably in the minority but I hated "Dances with Wolves" - and I
find most Kevin Costner unwatcheable.

I'm not a huge fan of Costner, but I enjoyed; 'Dances With Wolves',
'The Untouchables', and "Wyatt Earp"; although his version of 'Earp'
is completely "blown away" by Kurt Russell's interpretation in
'Tombstone'.

[azurespirit]

Post by daveparks
I'm not a huge fan of Costner, but I enjoyed; 'Dances With Wolves',
'The Untouchables', and "Wyatt Earp"; although his version of 'Earp'
is completely "blown away" by Kurt Russell's interpretation in
'Tombstone'.

I think Kurt Russell is an underappreciated actor. I know I fell in love
with him on :The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes"!

[CatNipped]

Post by azurespirit

Post by daveparks
I'm not a huge fan of Costner, but I enjoyed; 'Dances With Wolves',
'The Untouchables', and "Wyatt Earp"; although his version of 'Earp'
is completely "blown away" by Kurt Russell's interpretation in
'Tombstone'.

I think Kurt Russell is an underappreciated actor. I know I fell in love
with him on :The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes"!

And "Soldier" (I'm a sci-fi fan!).

Hugs,

CatNipped

[CatNipped]

Post by daveparks

Post by JohnGavin

Post by SantaSteeler
without a doubt the worst movie I have ever seen was Hudson Hawk. my son
and daughter and I were the ONLY ones in the theater. my all time fav is
The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance. Lee Marvin, John Wayne and JIMMY
STEWART! how could you go wrong. of course Andy Devine, Vera Miles and
John Carradine did not hurt.

Post by Judy Haffner
There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they deem
the BEST movies?
I have only walked out of one movie in my entire life, and that was
many, many years ago. It was considered a classic, and that was 20,000
Leagues Under The Sea, starring James Mason. I was bored to tears. There
was one other other recently that I WANTED to walk out of, but kept
expecting it to get better, cause it was up for a bunch of academy
awards, and I think it did win Best Picture that year, and it was
The
English Patient, although I must admit I really like Ralph Finnes
(spelling?) that was in that. Another really BAD one was called The
Phone, with Whoopi Goldberg. We rented it, and quit watching after a
short period of time...totally dumb!
I DON'T like "gore movies", and refuse to go, as to me that's not
entertainment, but my daughter loves them! I don't care for Sci-Fi
either, but have seen some good ones. My most favorite movies of all
times, since I was a kid, have been musicals....Sound Of Music, Fiddler
On The Roof, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, Seven Brides For Seven
Brothers, The Glen Miller Story, Carousel, Oklahoma, etc., etc., etc.
I also really like a good comedy, action movies, and also a real good
drama. If a movie brings tears to my eyes, or I about split a gut
laughing, then I feel it was a GREAT movie and I got my money's worth!
:o)
Judy- Hide quoted text -

- Show quoted text -

I'm probably in the minority but I hated "Dances with Wolves" - and I
find most Kevin Costner unwatcheable.

I'm not a huge fan of Costner, but I enjoyed; 'Dances With Wolves',
'The Untouchables', and "Wyatt Earp"; although his version of 'Earp'
is completely "blown away" by Kurt Russell's interpretation in
'Tombstone'.

Tombstone was *MUCH* better, not only for Kurt Russell's performance, but
for Val Kilmer's *EXCELLENT* interpretation of Doc Holiday!

Hugs,

CatNipped

[azurespirit]

Post by CatNipped

Post by daveparks

Post by JohnGavin

Post by SantaSteeler
without a doubt the worst movie I have ever seen was Hudson Hawk. my son
and daughter and I were the ONLY ones in the theater. my all time fav is
The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance. Lee Marvin, John Wayne and JIMMY
STEWART! how could you go wrong. of course Andy Devine, Vera Miles and
John Carradine did not hurt.

Post by Judy Haffner
There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they deem
the BEST movies?
I have only walked out of one movie in my entire life, and that was
many, many years ago. It was considered a classic, and that was 20,000
Leagues Under The Sea, starring James Mason. I was bored to tears. There
was one other other recently that I WANTED to walk out of, but kept
expecting it to get better, cause it was up for a bunch of academy
awards, and I think it did win Best Picture that year, and it was
The
English Patient, although I must admit I really like Ralph Finnes
(spelling?) that was in that. Another really BAD one was called The
Phone, with Whoopi Goldberg. We rented it, and quit watching after a
short period of time...totally dumb!
I DON'T like "gore movies", and refuse to go, as to me that's not
entertainment, but my daughter loves them! I don't care for Sci-Fi
either, but have seen some good ones. My most favorite movies of all
times, since I was a kid, have been musicals....Sound Of Music, Fiddler
On The Roof, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, Seven Brides For Seven
Brothers, The Glen Miller Story, Carousel, Oklahoma, etc., etc., etc.
I also really like a good comedy, action movies, and also a real good
drama. If a movie brings tears to my eyes, or I about split a gut
laughing, then I feel it was a GREAT movie and I got my money's worth!
:o)
Judy- Hide quoted text -

- Show quoted text -

I'm probably in the minority but I hated "Dances with Wolves" - and I
find most Kevin Costner unwatcheable.

I'm not a huge fan of Costner, but I enjoyed; 'Dances With Wolves',
'The Untouchables', and "Wyatt Earp"; although his version of 'Earp'
is completely "blown away" by Kurt Russell's interpretation in
'Tombstone'.

Tombstone was *MUCH* better, not only for Kurt Russell's performance, but
for Val Kilmer's *EXCELLENT* interpretation of Doc Holiday!
Hugs,
CatNipped

YIKES! You just reminded me of another one I CANNOT pass up...."The DOORS"
with Val Kilmer. I think it's on VH1 this weekend. I know some hated it, but
I thought it was just amazing.

P.S. How could I forget "Dr. Zhivago"?
P.P.S. I also have to watch "McCabe and Mrs. Miller".

[fille]

Post by azurespirit
YIKES! You just reminded me of another one I CANNOT pass up...."The DOORS"
with Val Kilmer. I think it's on VH1 this weekend. I know some hated it, but
I thought it was just amazing.

<snip>


Yes, I liked that one a lot too - Val Kilmer was really good.
Unfortunately everyone who knew Jim and the "true" story says that
this movie was bogus with a lot of falsehoods. But as entertainment it
was tops.

[azurespirit]

Post by L

Post by azurespirit
YIKES! You just reminded me of another one I CANNOT pass up...."The DOORS"
with Val Kilmer. I think it's on VH1 this weekend. I know some hated it, but
I thought it was just amazing.

<snip>
Yes, I liked that one a lot too - Val Kilmer was really good.
Unfortunately everyone who knew Jim and the "true" story says that
this movie was bogus with a lot of falsehoods. But as entertainment it
was tops.

Oh yeah, I am going with pure entertainment value. I just loved it and
thought Val Kilmer really nailed the role. My husband and I went to see it
on a Saturday night. I loved it so much, I went to see it again....by
myself....on Sunday at the matinee! I have never gone to see a movie twice
and NEVER have gone by myself!

[fille]

Post by azurespirit

Post by L

Post by azurespirit
YIKES! You just reminded me of another one I CANNOT pass up...."The DOORS"
with Val Kilmer. I think it's on VH1 this weekend. I know some hated it, but
I thought it was just amazing.

<snip>
Yes, I liked that one a lot too - Val Kilmer was really good.
Unfortunately everyone who knew Jim and the "true" story says that
this movie was bogus with a lot of falsehoods. But as entertainment it
was tops.

Oh yeah, I am going with pure entertainment value. I just loved it and
thought Val Kilmer really nailed the role. My husband and I went to see it
on a Saturday night. I loved it so much, I went to see it again....by
myself....on Sunday at the matinee! I have never gone to see a movie twice
and NEVER have gone by myself!

I have been a fan of Oliver Stone movies and the style in which he
does them. That, plus Kilmer's performance, really made me feel I was
there. I know a lot of movies take liberties with storylines when
they're based on truth so of course the people who were really there
or knew Morrison would be expected to object. But for the rest of us -
what the hell - we never knew him so just sit back and enjoy the ride.

[dixichik]

You're not alone. To this day, I don't see the appeal of Dances with
Wolves though I did like Field of Dreams but that could be because of
James Earl Jones. One of my favorite movies of all time is "Paint
Your Wagon" and I can watch "Grease" over and over again. I'm also a
huge horror and gore fest fan (what does that say about me, I wonder).

The only movie I walked out of was "South Park". I think the series,
in its hey-day, was hilarious but the movie turned me off.

[daveparks]

Post by dixichik
You're not alone. To this day, I don't see the appeal of Dances with
Wolves though I did like Field of Dreams but that could be because of
James Earl Jones. One of my favorite movies of all time is "Paint
Your Wagon" and I can watch "Grease" over and over again. I'm also a
huge horror and gore fest fan (what does that say about me, I wonder).
The only movie I walked out of was "South Park". I think the series,
in its hey-day, was hilarious but the movie turned me off.

I must be the only person to have not 'gotten' "Fields of Dreams".
WTHeck was all that, "Build it and they will come" nonsense, followed
by what, "ghosts" from the cornfield? Were the 'ghosts' real or in
Costner's head? What? ? Huh?

[c***@yahoo.com]

Post by daveparks

Post by dixichik
You're not alone. To this day, I don't see the appeal of Dances with
Wolves though I did like Field of Dreams but that could be because of
James Earl Jones. One of my favorite movies of all time is "Paint
Your Wagon" and I can watch "Grease" over and over again. I'm also a
huge horror and gore fest fan (what does that say about me, I wonder).
The only movie I walked out of was "South Park". I think the series,
in its hey-day, was hilarious but the movie turned me off.

I must be the only person to have not 'gotten' "Fields of Dreams".
WTHeck was all that, "Build it and they will come" nonsense, followed
by what, "ghosts" from the cornfield? Were the 'ghosts' real or in
Costner's head? What? ? Huh?

What ghosts? You saw ghosts in that movie?

:-)

Callen in VA

[daveparks]

Post by c***@yahoo.com

Post by daveparks

Post by dixichik
You're not alone. To this day, I don't see the appeal of Dances with
Wolves though I did like Field of Dreams but that could be because of
James Earl Jones. One of my favorite movies of all time is "Paint
Your Wagon" and I can watch "Grease" over and over again. I'm also a
huge horror and gore fest fan (what does that say about me, I wonder).
The only movie I walked out of was "South Park". I think the series,
in its hey-day, was hilarious but the movie turned me off.

I must be the only person to have not 'gotten' "Fields of Dreams".
WTHeck was all that, "Build it and they will come" nonsense, followed
by what, "ghosts" from the cornfield? Were the 'ghosts' real or in
Costner's head? What? ? Huh?

What ghosts? You saw ghosts in that movie?

Umm.. uhhh... NO! Of course I didn't see ghosts in 'Field of Dreams'
my gosh how could you even think that seeing ghosts in 'Field of
Dreams' is just crazy talk I mean jeeze ghosts pffft.

Post by c***@yahoo.com
:-)
Callen in VA

[Mickey]

Post by daveparks

Post by dixichik
You're not alone. To this day, I don't see the appeal of Dances with
Wolves though I did like Field of Dreams but that could be because of
James Earl Jones. One of my favorite movies of all time is "Paint
Your Wagon" and I can watch "Grease" over and over again. I'm also a
huge horror and gore fest fan (what does that say about me, I wonder).
The only movie I walked out of was "South Park". I think the series,
in its hey-day, was hilarious but the movie turned me off.

I must be the only person to have not 'gotten' "Fields of Dreams".
WTHeck was all that, "Build it and they will come" nonsense, followed
by what, "ghosts" from the cornfield? Were the 'ghosts' real or in
Costner's head? What? ? Huh?

How about, it doesn't matter which. The film is an allegory about
accepting responsibility for who we become and not blaming others.

The Other Mickey

[daveparks]

Post by Mickey

Post by daveparks

Post by dixichik
You're not alone. To this day, I don't see the appeal of Dances with
Wolves though I did like Field of Dreams but that could be because of
James Earl Jones. One of my favorite movies of all time is "Paint
Your Wagon" and I can watch "Grease" over and over again. I'm also a
huge horror and gore fest fan (what does that say about me, I wonder).
The only movie I walked out of was "South Park". I think the series,
in its hey-day, was hilarious but the movie turned me off.

I must be the only person to have not 'gotten' "Fields of Dreams".
WTHeck was all that, "Build it and they will come" nonsense, followed
by what, "ghosts" from the cornfield? Were the 'ghosts' real or in
Costner's head? What? ? Huh?

How about, it doesn't matter which. The film is an allegory about
accepting responsibility for who we become and not blaming others.
The Other Mickey

I'd have never thought about it like that - but the thing was so
nonsensical, that I don't doubt for a sec that you're right.
I'm wondering now, some 10 odd years later if it would be worth re-
watching? Let's see, 'Kevin Costner' or 'Milla Jovovich', hmmm

[CatNipped]

Post by daveparks

Post by Mickey

Post by daveparks

Post by dixichik
You're not alone. To this day, I don't see the appeal of Dances with
Wolves though I did like Field of Dreams but that could be because of
James Earl Jones. One of my favorite movies of all time is "Paint
Your Wagon" and I can watch "Grease" over and over again. I'm also a
huge horror and gore fest fan (what does that say about me, I wonder).
The only movie I walked out of was "South Park". I think the series,
in its hey-day, was hilarious but the movie turned me off.

I must be the only person to have not 'gotten' "Fields of Dreams".
WTHeck was all that, "Build it and they will come" nonsense, followed
by what, "ghosts" from the cornfield? Were the 'ghosts' real or in
Costner's head? What? ? Huh?

How about, it doesn't matter which. The film is an allegory about
accepting responsibility for who we become and not blaming others.
The Other Mickey

I'd have never thought about it like that - but the thing was so
nonsensical, that I don't doubt for a sec that you're right.
I'm wondering now, some 10 odd years later if it would be worth re-
watching? Let's see, 'Kevin Costner' or 'Milla Jovovich', hmmm

One of the most "re-watchable" movies I listed in another post in this
thread, "Fifth Element", starred Milla and she had a *VERY* skimpy costume
so you might want to check it out if you haven't seen it.

Hugs,

CatNipped

[Mickey]

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Post by Mickey

Post by daveparks

Post by dixichik
You're not alone. To this day, I don't see the appeal of Dances with
Wolves though I did like Field of Dreams but that could be because of
James Earl Jones. One of my favorite movies of all time is "Paint
Your Wagon" and I can watch "Grease" over and over again. I'm also a
huge horror and gore fest fan (what does that say about me, I wonder).
The only movie I walked out of was "South Park". I think the series,
in its hey-day, was hilarious but the movie turned me off.

I must be the only person to have not 'gotten' "Fields of Dreams".
WTHeck was all that, "Build it and they will come" nonsense, followed
by what, "ghosts" from the cornfield? Were the 'ghosts' real or in
Costner's head? What? ? Huh?

How about, it doesn't matter which. The film is an allegory about
accepting responsibility for who we become and not blaming others.
The Other Mickey

I'd have never thought about it like that - but the thing was so
nonsensical, that I don't doubt for a sec that you're right.
I'm wondering now, some 10 odd years later if it would be worth re-
watching? Let's see, 'Kevin Costner' or 'Milla Jovovich', hmmm

One of the most "re-watchable" movies I listed in another post in this
thread, "Fifth Element", starred Milla and she had a *VERY* skimpy costume
so you might want to check it out if you haven't seen it.

You mean the "thermal bandage?"

"Multipass!"

The Other Mickey

[Vandar]

Post by Mickey

Post by CatNipped

Post by daveparks

Post by Mickey

Post by daveparks

Post by dixichik
You're not alone. To this day, I don't see the appeal of Dances with
Wolves though I did like Field of Dreams but that could be because of
James Earl Jones. One of my favorite movies of all time is "Paint
Your Wagon" and I can watch "Grease" over and over again. I'm also a
huge horror and gore fest fan (what does that say about me, I wonder).
The only movie I walked out of was "South Park". I think the series,
in its hey-day, was hilarious but the movie turned me off.

I must be the only person to have not 'gotten' "Fields of Dreams".
WTHeck was all that, "Build it and they will come" nonsense, followed
by what, "ghosts" from the cornfield? Were the 'ghosts' real or in
Costner's head? What? ? Huh?

How about, it doesn't matter which. The film is an allegory about
accepting responsibility for who we become and not blaming others.
The Other Mickey

I'd have never thought about it like that - but the thing was so
nonsensical, that I don't doubt for a sec that you're right.
I'm wondering now, some 10 odd years later if it would be worth re-
watching? Let's see, 'Kevin Costner' or 'Milla Jovovich', hmmm

One of the most "re-watchable" movies I listed in another post in this
thread, "Fifth Element", starred Milla and she had a *VERY* skimpy
costume so you might want to check it out if you haven't seen it.

You mean the "thermal bandage?"
"Multipass!"

"Leeloo Dallas Multipass"
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[The Chris]

Post by dixichik
You're not alone. To this day, I don't see the appeal of Dances with
Wolves though I did like Field of Dreams but that could be because of
James Earl Jones. One of my favorite movies of all time is "Paint
Your Wagon" and I can watch "Grease" over and over again. I'm also a
huge horror and gore fest fan (what does that say about me, I wonder).
The only movie I walked out of was "South Park". I think the series,
in its hey-day, was hilarious but the movie turned me off.

Very odd.... I too am a Grease fan, but the total opposite of South Park -
loved the movie, can't watch the show.

[-Calliope-]

Post by dixichik
The only movie I walked out of was "South Park". I think the series,
in its hey-day, was hilarious but the movie turned me off.

Lets see.. movies I hated:

Kingpin... awful, just bloody awful.

Cabinboy- even the kids walked away from this movie.

The Man who Knew Too Little- bleck

Lost in Translation- *hated* this overhyped *BORE-FEST*, lol...

Minority Report.. WTF were these people on when they made this movie!!
egads.. horrible.

[Xan]

Post by -Calliope-

Post by dixichik
The only movie I walked out of was "South Park". I think the series,
in its hey-day, was hilarious but the movie turned me off.

Kingpin... awful, just bloody awful.
Cabinboy- even the kids walked away from this movie.
The Man who Knew Too Little- bleck
Lost in Translation- *hated* this overhyped *BORE-FEST*, lol...

I'm totally with you on this one! I just couldn't see what all the
hoopla over this film was. I nearly fell asleep waiting for something
interesting to happen.

Xan

Post by -Calliope-
Minority Report.. WTF were these people on when they made this movie!!
egads.. horrible.

[CatNipped]

Post by -Calliope-

Post by dixichik
The only movie I walked out of was "South Park". I think the series,
in its hey-day, was hilarious but the movie turned me off.

Kingpin... awful, just bloody awful.
Cabinboy- even the kids walked away from this movie.
The Man who Knew Too Little- bleck
Lost in Translation- *hated* this overhyped *BORE-FEST*, lol...

Same here- I watched it longer than I would have trying to find what the
critics thought was so amazing about it, but I still couldn't stick it out
til the end.

Hugs,

CatNipped

Post by -Calliope-
Minority Report.. WTF were these people on when they made this movie!!
egads.. horrible.

[azurespirit]

Post by JohnGavin

Post by JohnGavin
I'm probably in the minority but I hated "Dances with Wolves" - and I

find most Kevin Costner unwatcheable.

WHAT??? You didn't like "The Postman"?

[c***@yahoo.com]

Post by azurespirit

Post by JohnGavin

Post by JohnGavin
I'm probably in the minority but I hated "Dances with Wolves" - and I

find most Kevin Costner unwatcheable.

WHAT??? You didn't like "The Postman"?

Or Waterworld??????????

Callen in VA

[fille]

Post by JohnGavin
I'm probably in the minority but I hated "Dances with Wolves" - and I
find most Kevin Costner unwatcheable.

Oh, I totally agree with you about Costner as accordingly I have NOT
seen Dances With Wolves.

[Judy Haffner]

Post by JohnGavin
I'm probably in the minority but I hated
"Dances with Wolves" - and I
find most Kevin Costner unwatcheable.

I'm not a big Kevin C. fan either, but I DID however, like Dances With
Wolves, and when it came out for sale, I bought it, and invited my
daughter over to watch it, and she hated it.....left as soon as the wolf
was shot at! I did see Field Of Dreams with him, and didn't think it
was too bad, though certainly not one of my all-time most favorites, but
most recently saw him in The Guardian, and really did like that, and
thought he was very good in that one.

Judy

[The Chris]

Post by SantaSteeler
without a doubt the worst movie I have ever seen was Hudson Hawk. my
son and daughter and I were the ONLY ones in the theater. my all time
fav is The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance. Lee Marvin, John Wayne and
JIMMY STEWART! how could you go wrong. of course Andy Devine, Vera
Miles and John Carradine did not hurt.

Post by Judy Haffner
There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they
deem the BEST movies?
I have only walked out of one movie in my entire life, and that was
many, many years ago. It was considered a classic, and that was
20,000 Leagues Under The Sea, starring James Mason. I was bored to
tears. There was one other other recently that I WANTED to walk out
of, but kept expecting it to get better, cause it was up for a bunch
of academy awards, and I think it did win Best Picture that year, and
it was The English Patient, although I must admit I really like
Ralph Finnes (spelling?) that was in that. Another really BAD one was
called The Phone, with Whoopi Goldberg. We rented it, and quit
watching after a short period of time...totally dumb!
I DON'T like "gore movies", and refuse to go, as to me that's not
entertainment, but my daughter loves them! I don't care for Sci-Fi
either, but have seen some good ones. My most favorite movies of all
times, since I was a kid, have been musicals....Sound Of Music,
Fiddler On The Roof, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, Seven Brides For
Seven Brothers, The Glen Miller Story, Carousel, Oklahoma, etc.,
etc., etc.
I also really like a good comedy, action movies, and also a real good
drama. If a movie brings tears to my eyes, or I about split a gut
laughing, then I feel it was a GREAT movie and I got my money's worth!
:o)
Judy

I don't know why Hudson Hawk gets such a bad rap... I've seen it a few
times, and I always think it's good.. That part with the Pope's TV
antenna is hilarious!! :)

[Judy Haffner]

Post by SantaSteeler
without a doubt the worst movie I have
ever seen was Hudson Hawk. my son
and daughter and I were the ONLY ones
in the theater. my all time fav is The
Man Who Shot Liberty Valance. Lee
Marvin, John Wayne and JIMMY
STEWART! how could you go wrong. of
course Andy Devine, Vera Miles and
John Carradine did not hurt.

I never heard of the movie Hudson Hawk, but didn't sound like I missed
much, huh?!

I didn't see The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance either, but every movie I
ever saw Jimmy Stewart in was just GREAT! He was probably one of the
VERY best veteran actors of all time. He was the leading man in The
Glen Miller Story, that I named in my original post, and playing the
leading lady was June Allyson..another GREAT actress, and together they
were just terrific! Lee Marvin was another SUPER actor...wasn't he the
one that starred in Paint Your Wagon, and was drunk on the back of a
horse, and they fell asleep, leaning up against a building? I see so
many, I can't keep all the titles straight?!

Judy

[SantaSteeler]

that was actually Cat Ballou with Jane Fonda, Dwyane Hickman aka Dobie
Gillis.

Post by Judy Haffner

Post by SantaSteeler
without a doubt the worst movie I have
ever seen was Hudson Hawk. my son
and daughter and I were the ONLY ones
in the theater. my all time fav is The
Man Who Shot Liberty Valance. Lee
Marvin, John Wayne and JIMMY
STEWART! how could you go wrong. of
course Andy Devine, Vera Miles and
John Carradine did not hurt.

I never heard of the movie Hudson Hawk, but didn't sound like I missed
much, huh?!
I didn't see The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance either, but every movie I
ever saw Jimmy Stewart in was just GREAT! He was probably one of the
VERY best veteran actors of all time. He was the leading man in The
Glen Miller Story, that I named in my original post, and playing the
leading lady was June Allyson..another GREAT actress, and together they
were just terrific! Lee Marvin was another SUPER actor...wasn't he the
one that starred in Paint Your Wagon, and was drunk on the back of a
horse, and they fell asleep, leaning up against a building? I see so
many, I can't keep all the titles straight?!
Judy

[Mickey]

Post by Judy Haffner
There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they deem
the BEST movies?

Okay, I'll play along, but I'm adding one category: the worst, generally
accepted as great movie. That is a movie you would avoid like the plague
which the critics and or general public thinks is a great movie.

*Best Movie*

"The Red Shoes," "The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp," and "I Know
Where I'm Going." I know, you asked for THE BEST, but as these films are
the same writer/director team (Powell and Pressburger), I'm only fudging
a little. These films are not (all) as well known in the U.S. as they
deserve to be. The first two are on a lot of film scholars' short lists
of the greatest films in the English speaking world. They are certainly
among the most influential.

*Worst Movie*

"Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" which has the "virtue" of being a
truly wretched film based on a very successful and popular Broadway
musical. There are surely many worse films out there, but I doubt there
are many that work at it as hard.

*Supposedly Great Movie I'd Avoid Like the Plague*

"Ordinary People" I just don't know what the appeal is of watching a
dysfuntional family melt down. Wining, as in "wining and dining" is
entertaining; whining isn't. "OP" just barely edged out "Mr. Hulot's
Holiday" on my list. Watch "Mr Hulot's Holiday" and you'll start to
understand why the French like Jerry Lewis. I think the film is almost
as funny as euthenizing kittens.

[If you want to watch a really good, modern French farce, rent "The
Closet" ("Le Placard") instead of "Hulot". This film is often
screamingly funny while dealing with important social issues in a
non-doctinaire tone: definitely worth renting a time or two. ]

The Other Mickey

[Vandar]

Post by Mickey
Okay, I'll play along, but I'm adding one category: the worst, generally
accepted as great movie. That is a movie you would avoid like the plague
which the critics and or general public thinks is a great movie.

I'm going to piggyback on your post, as I prefer the addition of
"Supposedly Great Movie..."

Post by Mickey
*Best Movie*
"The Red Shoes," "The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp," and "I Know
Where I'm Going." I know, you asked for THE BEST, but as these films are
the same writer/director team (Powell and Pressburger), I'm only fudging
a little. These films are not (all) as well known in the U.S. as they
deserve to be. The first two are on a lot of film scholars' short lists
of the greatest films in the English speaking world. They are certainly
among the most influential.

I've never seen any one of those.
I can't choose a best, as there are a bunch of movies I tihnk are ok,
but none that I'd want to watch over and over again.
Recently, the Lord of the Rings trilogy was very well done. A few minor
deviations from Tolkien's work, but very well done. But again, it isn't
a movie I'd want to watch multiple times.

Post by Mickey
*Worst Movie*
"Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" which has the "virtue" of being a
truly wretched film based on a very successful and popular Broadway
musical. There are surely many worse films out there, but I doubt there
are many that work at it as hard.

"Losin' It", by far. One of Tom Cruise's first films and it was absolute
crap. My cousin, brother, and I walked out less than halfway through it.

Post by Mickey
*Supposedly Great Movie I'd Avoid Like the Plague*
"Ordinary People" I just don't know what the appeal is of watching a
dysfuntional family melt down. Wining, as in "wining and dining" is
entertaining; whining isn't. "OP" just barely edged out "Mr. Hulot's
Holiday" on my list. Watch "Mr Hulot's Holiday" and you'll start to
understand why the French like Jerry Lewis. I think the film is almost
as funny as euthenizing kittens.

I might catch a little heat for this one, but "Titanic" was crap. A love
story? They did that with "Pearl Harbor" too, and that was also crap.
But "Titanic"? Please. How many times did that peon say "Rose" in the
last half hour of that movie?
"Titanic" is a movie I'll shut off before the opening credits finish
rolling.

[daveparks]

Post by Vandar

Post by Mickey
Okay, I'll play along, but I'm adding one category: the worst, generally
accepted as great movie. That is a movie you would avoid like the plague
which the critics and or general public thinks is a great movie.

I'm going to piggyback on your post, as I prefer the addition of
"Supposedly Great Movie..."

Post by Mickey
*Best Movie*
"The Red Shoes," "The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp," and "I Know
Where I'm Going." I know, you asked for THE BEST, but as these films are
the same writer/director team (Powell and Pressburger), I'm only fudging
a little. These films are not (all) as well known in the U.S. as they
deserve to be. The first two are on a lot of film scholars' short lists
of the greatest films in the English speaking world. They are certainly
among the most influential.

I've never seen any one of those.
I can't choose a best, as there are a bunch of movies I tihnk are ok,
but none that I'd want to watch over and over again.
Recently, the Lord of the Rings trilogy was very well done. A few minor
deviations from Tolkien's work, but very well done. But again, it isn't
a movie I'd want to watch multiple times.

Loved LotR myself - I'll pop in one of the eps during a lazy Saturday
afternoon, just to veg' out; great stuff. On a similar fantasy slant,
have you ever seen Ridley Scott's 'Legend'? Stars Tom Cruise, Mia
Sara, and the badest looking 'Lord of Darkness' character you've ever
seen by Tim Curry - the visuals are eye-popping, as is most of
Ridley's work, also produced 'Blade Runner'.

Post by Vandar

Post by Mickey
*Worst Movie*
"Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" which has the "virtue" of being a
truly wretched film based on a very successful and popular Broadway
musical. There are surely many worse films out there, but I doubt there
are many that work at it as hard.

Mickey didn't enjoy Burt Reynolds' singing? Get out! ;-)

Post by Vandar
"Losin' It", by far. One of Tom Cruise's first films and it was absolute
crap. My cousin, brother, and I walked out less than halfway through it.

I rememberer "Losin' It", but don't remember really disliking it -
just another early 80's lame teensploitation Porky's knock-off flick
of many.

Porky's really left a impression on me, one of Kim Cattrall as
Honeywell/Lassie going at it in the locker room. Quite the eye-opener
I must say.

Post by Vandar

Post by Mickey
*Supposedly Great Movie I'd Avoid Like the Plague*
"Ordinary People" I just don't know what the appeal is of watching a
dysfuntional family melt down. Wining, as in "wining and dining" is
entertaining; whining isn't. "OP" just barely edged out "Mr. Hulot's
Holiday" on my list. Watch "Mr Hulot's Holiday" and you'll start to
understand why the French like Jerry Lewis. I think the film is almost
as funny as euthenizing kittens.

But exactly how many kittens are we talking about?

Post by Vandar
I might catch a little heat for this one, but "Titanic" was crap. A love
story? They did that with "Pearl Harbor" too, and that was also crap.
But "Titanic"? Please. How many times did that peon say "Rose" in the
last half hour of that movie?
"Titanic" is a movie I'll shut off before the opening credits finish
rolling.

'Titanic' *was* crap - I avoided it like the plague in theaters, and
the several times my wife has watched it on DVD at home. Same with
"Pearl Harbor", I was SO looking forward to a well done airplane/
dogfight flick, and Bay produced 'that' POS?! I actually went out and
bought 'Tora Tora Tora' in disgust.
Another flying movie? "Flyboys" - another I was looking forward to
about WWI stick-n-tissue dogfights, damn Hollywood to hell for forcing
all the sappy-assed romance crap.
And yet one more? - "Sky Captain and The World of Tomorrow". CGI,
killer robots, aircraft dogfights, and Angelina Jolie - how could it
miss?! A damn shame when the "Making Of" featurette is better than
the entire film.

Speaking of killer robots - here's one from left-field; "The Iron
Giant". It's animated and produced by Brad Bird, the guy behind
Pixar's 'The Incredibles', 'Cars' and upcoming 'Ratatouille.' It's
not foreign, or pretends to bring world peace, but it's a cool way to
spend some time with the kids - or for you old farts, the grandkids.

Recent flick I've enjoyed, 'Apocalypto'; typical Gibson flick in the
vain of "The Patriot" and "Braveheart", but still entertaining and
worth at least a rental.

[Vandar]

Post by daveparks

Post by Vandar

Post by Mickey
Okay, I'll play along, but I'm adding one category: the worst, generally
accepted as great movie. That is a movie you would avoid like the plague
which the critics and or general public thinks is a great movie.

I'm going to piggyback on your post, as I prefer the addition of
"Supposedly Great Movie..."

Post by Mickey
*Best Movie*
"The Red Shoes," "The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp," and "I Know
Where I'm Going." I know, you asked for THE BEST, but as these films are
the same writer/director team (Powell and Pressburger), I'm only fudging
a little. These films are not (all) as well known in the U.S. as they
deserve to be. The first two are on a lot of film scholars' short lists
of the greatest films in the English speaking world. They are certainly
among the most influential.

I've never seen any one of those.
I can't choose a best, as there are a bunch of movies I tihnk are ok,
but none that I'd want to watch over and over again.
Recently, the Lord of the Rings trilogy was very well done. A few minor
deviations from Tolkien's work, but very well done. But again, it isn't
a movie I'd want to watch multiple times.

Loved LotR myself - I'll pop in one of the eps during a lazy Saturday
afternoon, just to veg' out; great stuff. On a similar fantasy slant,
have you ever seen Ridley Scott's 'Legend'? Stars Tom Cruise, Mia
Sara, and the badest looking 'Lord of Darkness' character you've ever
seen by Tim Curry - the visuals are eye-popping, as is most of
Ridley's work, also produced 'Blade Runner'.

I remember "Legend". That was one of Cruise's best flicks.
Another one along those lines that I remember is "Labrynth", with
Jennifer Connelly and David Bowie as the Goblin King. That was decent.
"The Princess Bride" was good too.

Post by daveparks

Post by Vandar

Post by Mickey
*Worst Movie*
"Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" which has the "virtue" of being a
truly wretched film based on a very successful and popular Broadway
musical. There are surely many worse films out there, but I doubt there
are many that work at it as hard.

Mickey didn't enjoy Burt Reynolds' singing? Get out! ;-)

Post by Vandar
"Losin' It", by far. One of Tom Cruise's first films and it was absolute
crap. My cousin, brother, and I walked out less than halfway through it.

I rememberer "Losin' It", but don't remember really disliking it -
just another early 80's lame teensploitation Porky's knock-off flick
of many.
Porky's really left a impression on me, one of Kim Cattrall as
Honeywell/Lassie going at it in the locker room. Quite the eye-opener
I must say.

"Porky's" was alright. "Losin' It" was just plain old bad.
"Animal House" trumps all movies in that genre.

Post by daveparks

Post by Vandar

Post by Mickey
*Supposedly Great Movie I'd Avoid Like the Plague*
"Ordinary People" I just don't know what the appeal is of watching a
dysfuntional family melt down. Wining, as in "wining and dining" is
entertaining; whining isn't. "OP" just barely edged out "Mr. Hulot's
Holiday" on my list. Watch "Mr Hulot's Holiday" and you'll start to
understand why the French like Jerry Lewis. I think the film is almost
as funny as euthenizing kittens.

But exactly how many kittens are we talking about?

Post by Vandar
I might catch a little heat for this one, but "Titanic" was crap. A love
story? They did that with "Pearl Harbor" too, and that was also crap.
But "Titanic"? Please. How many times did that peon say "Rose" in the
last half hour of that movie?
"Titanic" is a movie I'll shut off before the opening credits finish
rolling.

'Titanic' *was* crap - I avoided it like the plague in theaters, and
the several times my wife has watched it on DVD at home.

I knew they were going to turn that movie into a love story. Can't do
much else when everyone on the planet already knows how it ends. My
first words on hearing that movie was coming out: "Let me guess... the
boat sinks".

Post by daveparks
Same with "Pearl Harbor", I was SO looking forward to a well done airplane/
dogfight flick, and Bay produced 'that' POS?! I actually went out and
bought 'Tora Tora Tora' in disgust.

"Pearl Harbor" had a chance to be an epic movie, but they insisted on
making it a love story based on things that did not and could not have
happened. Lame to the nth degree.

Post by daveparks
Another flying movie? "Flyboys" - another I was looking forward to
about WWI stick-n-tissue dogfights, damn Hollywood to hell for forcing
all the sappy-assed romance crap.

Never saw that one, fortunately.

Post by daveparks
And yet one more? - "Sky Captain and The World of Tomorrow". CGI,
killer robots, aircraft dogfights, and Angelina Jolie - how could it
miss?! A damn shame when the "Making Of" featurette is better than
the entire film.

Never saw that one either. I haven't been much of a Jolie fan since
"Foxfire".

Post by daveparks
Speaking of killer robots - here's one from left-field; "The Iron
Giant". It's animated and produced by Brad Bird, the guy behind
Pixar's 'The Incredibles', 'Cars' and upcoming 'Ratatouille.' It's
not foreign, or pretends to bring world peace, but it's a cool way to
spend some time with the kids - or for you old farts, the grandkids.
Recent flick I've enjoyed, 'Apocalypto'; typical Gibson flick in the
vain of "The Patriot" and "Braveheart", but still entertaining and
worth at least a rental.

The last recent flick I've watched was Spiderman 2 and AI (it was a
double feature at the drive-in). It was nothing special. "Braveheart"
was pretty good, as was Costner's "Robin Hood".
Almost all movies suck these days, imo. Hollywood is just regurgitating
the same story. I like new concepts. It may not have been a great movie,
but "The Fifth Element" kept me in front of the screen for the duration
because every scene was something new and different.

[daveparks]

Post by Vandar

Post by daveparks

Post by Vandar

Post by Mickey
Okay, I'll play along, but I'm adding one category: the worst, generally
accepted as great movie. That is a movie you would avoid like the plague
which the critics and or general public thinks is a great movie.

I'm going to piggyback on your post, as I prefer the addition of
"Supposedly Great Movie..."

Post by Mickey
*Best Movie*
"The Red Shoes," "The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp," and "I Know
Where I'm Going." I know, you asked for THE BEST, but as these films are
the same writer/director team (Powell and Pressburger), I'm only fudging
a little. These films are not (all) as well known in the U.S. as they
deserve to be. The first two are on a lot of film scholars' short lists
of the greatest films in the English speaking world. They are certainly
among the most influential.

I've never seen any one of those.
I can't choose a best, as there are a bunch of movies I tihnk are ok,
but none that I'd want to watch over and over again.
Recently, the Lord of the Rings trilogy was very well done. A few minor
deviations from Tolkien's work, but very well done. But again, it isn't
a movie I'd want to watch multiple times.

Loved LotR myself - I'll pop in one of the eps during a lazy Saturday
afternoon, just to veg' out; great stuff. On a similar fantasy slant,
have you ever seen Ridley Scott's 'Legend'? Stars Tom Cruise, Mia
Sara, and the badest looking 'Lord of Darkness' character you've ever
seen by Tim Curry - the visuals are eye-popping, as is most of
Ridley's work, also produced 'Blade Runner'.

I remember "Legend". That was one of Cruise's best flicks.
Another one along those lines that I remember is "Labrynth", with
Jennifer Connelly and David Bowie as the Goblin King. That was decent.
"The Princess Bride" was good too.

Post by daveparks

Post by Vandar

Post by Mickey
*Worst Movie*
"Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" which has the "virtue" of being a
truly wretched film based on a very successful and popular Broadway
musical. There are surely many worse films out there, but I doubt there
are many that work at it as hard.

Mickey didn't enjoy Burt Reynolds' singing? Get out! ;-)

Post by Vandar
"Losin' It", by far. One of Tom Cruise's first films and it was absolute
crap. My cousin, brother, and I walked out less than halfway through it.

I rememberer "Losin' It", but don't remember really disliking it -
just another early 80's lame teensploitation Porky's knock-off flick
of many.
Porky's really left a impression on me, one of Kim Cattrall as
Honeywell/Lassie going at it in the locker room. Quite the eye-opener
I must say.

"Porky's" was alright. "Losin' It" was just plain old bad.
"Animal House" trumps all movies in that genre.

Post by daveparks

Post by Vandar

Post by Mickey
*Supposedly Great Movie I'd Avoid Like the Plague*
"Ordinary People" I just don't know what the appeal is of watching a
dysfuntional family melt down. Wining, as in "wining and dining" is
entertaining; whining isn't. "OP" just barely edged out "Mr. Hulot's
Holiday" on my list. Watch "Mr Hulot's Holiday" and you'll start to
understand why the French like Jerry Lewis. I think the film is almost
as funny as euthenizing kittens.

But exactly how many kittens are we talking about?

Post by Vandar
I might catch a little heat for this one, but "Titanic" was crap. A love
story? They did that with "Pearl Harbor" too, and that was also crap.
But "Titanic"? Please. How many times did that peon say "Rose" in the
last half hour of that movie?
"Titanic" is a movie I'll shut off before the opening credits finish
rolling.

'Titanic' *was* crap - I avoided it like the plague in theaters, and
the several times my wife has watched it on DVD at home.

I knew they were going to turn that movie into a love story. Can't do
much else when everyone on the planet already knows how it ends. My
first words on hearing that movie was coming out: "Let me guess... the
boat sinks".

Post by daveparks
Same with "Pearl Harbor", I was SO looking forward to a well done airplane/
dogfight flick, and Bay produced 'that' POS?! I actually went out and
bought 'Tora Tora Tora' in disgust.

"Pearl Harbor" had a chance to be an epic movie, but they insisted on
making it a love story based on things that did not and could not have
happened. Lame to the nth degree.

Post by daveparks
Another flying movie? "Flyboys" - another I was looking forward to
about WWI stick-n-tissue dogfights, damn Hollywood to hell for forcing
all the sappy-assed romance crap.

Never saw that one, fortunately.

Post by daveparks
And yet one more? - "Sky Captain and The World of Tomorrow". CGI,
killer robots, aircraft dogfights, and Angelina Jolie - how could it
miss?! A damn shame when the "Making Of" featurette is better than
the entire film.

Never saw that one either. I haven't been much of a Jolie fan since
"Foxfire".

Me either - but she shore is purdy to look at; well she used to be
before becoming a living skeleton.

Post by Vandar

Post by daveparks
Speaking of killer robots - here's one from left-field; "The Iron
Giant". It's animated and produced by Brad Bird, the guy behind
Pixar's 'The Incredibles', 'Cars' and upcoming 'Ratatouille.' It's
not foreign, or pretends to bring world peace, but it's a cool way to
spend some time with the kids - or for you old farts, the grandkids.
Recent flick I've enjoyed, 'Apocalypto'; typical Gibson flick in the
vain of "The Patriot" and "Braveheart", but still entertaining and
worth at least a rental.

The last recent flick I've watched was Spiderman 2 and AI (it was a
double feature at the drive-in). It was nothing special. "Braveheart"
was pretty good, as was Costner's "Robin Hood".
Almost all movies suck these days, imo. Hollywood is just regurgitating
the same story. I like new concepts. It may not have been a great movie,
but "The Fifth Element" kept me in front of the screen for the duration
because every scene was something new and different.

"Fifth Element" was pretty good, once I managed to ignore Chris
Tucker's wild ramblings - Milla Jovovich also greatly eased that pain
- Milla's one of (IMO) the hottest rockin'est babes in action girl
movie flicks - I mean she seems to actually enjoy decapitating
zombies, and was stunning in 'Ultraviolet'.

[Sanna]

- Milla's one of (IMO) the hottest rockin'est babes in action girl movie
flicks -

How's this for a boner buster....

http://www.celebrity-babies.com/2007/06/milla_jovovich__1.html


"she's a man....baby"

--

[daveparks]

Post by Sanna

- Milla's one of (IMO) the hottest rockin'est babes in action girl movie
flicks -

How's this for a boner buster....
http://www.celebrity-babies.com/2007/06/milla_jovovich__1.html
"she's a man....baby"
--

Sanna Sanna Sanna, you're sooOOOoo jellus.
"Oh Bee-have" - You've obviously Photoshopped Jude Law's head onto
some pregnant chick's body. Puh-lease.

[Sanna]

Post by daveparks

Post by Sanna

Post by daveparks
- Milla's one of (IMO) the hottest rockin'est babes in action girl
movie flicks -

How's this for a boner buster....
http://www.celebrity-babies.com/2007/06/milla_jovovich__1.html
"she's a man....baby"
--

Sanna Sanna Sanna, you're sooOOOoo jellus.
"Oh Bee-have" - You've obviously Photoshopped Jude Law's head onto
some pregnant chick's body. Puh-lease.

Sadly....that's the picture. No photoshop whatsoever. When I saw that
picture....I swear....I thought it was a man in drag.

--

[Mickey]

Post by daveparks

Post by Vandar

Post by Mickey
Okay, I'll play along, but I'm adding one category: the worst, generally
accepted as great movie. That is a movie you would avoid like the plague
which the critics and or general public thinks is a great movie.

I'm going to piggyback on your post, as I prefer the addition of
"Supposedly Great Movie..."

Post by Mickey
*Best Movie*
"The Red Shoes," "The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp," and "I Know
Where I'm Going." I know, you asked for THE BEST, but as these films are
the same writer/director team (Powell and Pressburger), I'm only fudging
a little. These films are not (all) as well known in the U.S. as they
deserve to be. The first two are on a lot of film scholars' short lists
of the greatest films in the English speaking world. They are certainly
among the most influential.

I've never seen any one of those.
I can't choose a best, as there are a bunch of movies I tihnk are ok,
but none that I'd want to watch over and over again.
Recently, the Lord of the Rings trilogy was very well done. A few minor
deviations from Tolkien's work, but very well done. But again, it isn't
a movie I'd want to watch multiple times.

Loved LotR myself - I'll pop in one of the eps during a lazy Saturday
afternoon, just to veg' out; great stuff. On a similar fantasy slant,
have you ever seen Ridley Scott's 'Legend'? Stars Tom Cruise, Mia
Sara, and the badest looking 'Lord of Darkness' character you've ever
seen by Tim Curry - the visuals are eye-popping, as is most of
Ridley's work, also produced 'Blade Runner'.

Post by Vandar

Post by Mickey
*Worst Movie*
"Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" which has the "virtue" of being a
truly wretched film based on a very successful and popular Broadway
musical. There are surely many worse films out there, but I doubt there
are many that work at it as hard.

Mickey didn't enjoy Burt Reynolds' singing? Get out! ;-)

What are you talking about? That might have been the film's sole
redeeming feature.

The Other Mickey

[daveparks]

Post by Mickey

Post by daveparks

Post by Vandar

Post by Mickey
Okay, I'll play along, but I'm adding one category: the worst, generally
accepted as great movie. That is a movie you would avoid like the plague
which the critics and or general public thinks is a great movie.

I'm going to piggyback on your post, as I prefer the addition of
"Supposedly Great Movie..."

Post by Mickey
*Best Movie*
"The Red Shoes," "The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp," and "I Know
Where I'm Going." I know, you asked for THE BEST, but as these films are
the same writer/director team (Powell and Pressburger), I'm only fudging
a little. These films are not (all) as well known in the U.S. as they
deserve to be. The first two are on a lot of film scholars' short lists
of the greatest films in the English speaking world. They are certainly
among the most influential.

I've never seen any one of those.
I can't choose a best, as there are a bunch of movies I tihnk are ok,
but none that I'd want to watch over and over again.
Recently, the Lord of the Rings trilogy was very well done. A few minor
deviations from Tolkien's work, but very well done. But again, it isn't
a movie I'd want to watch multiple times.

Loved LotR myself - I'll pop in one of the eps during a lazy Saturday
afternoon, just to veg' out; great stuff. On a similar fantasy slant,
have you ever seen Ridley Scott's 'Legend'? Stars Tom Cruise, Mia
Sara, and the badest looking 'Lord of Darkness' character you've ever
seen by Tim Curry - the visuals are eye-popping, as is most of
Ridley's work, also produced 'Blade Runner'.

Post by Vandar

Post by Mickey
*Worst Movie*
"Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" which has the "virtue" of being a
truly wretched film based on a very successful and popular Broadway
musical. There are surely many worse films out there, but I doubt there
are many that work at it as hard.

Mickey didn't enjoy Burt Reynolds' singing? Get out! ;-)

What are you talking about? That might have been the film's sole
redeeming feature.
The Other Mickey

Given Reynold's co-star - I can think of two more.

[Judy Haffner]

Post by Vandar
I might catch a little heat for this one, but
"Titanic" was crap. A love story? They
did that with "Pearl Harbor" too, and that
was also crap. But "Titanic"? Please.
How many times did that peon say
"Rose" in the last half hour of that
movie?
"Titanic" is a movie I'll shut off before the
opening credits finish rolling.

Oh, I absolutely LOVED Titanic, and ended up seeing it twice while it
was playing in our town, and then rented it when it came out and watched
it again! I never saw Pearl Harbor.

There are not many movies I will watch over again, or even buy. I buy a
lot of movies for gifts, but they have to be absolutely a FIVE star
movie in my personal rating system before I buy them, and besides Dances
With The Wolves, I own Sound Of Music, Fiddler On The Roof, Seven Brides
For Seven Brothers, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Mr. Holland's Opus and the
Rocky Horror Picture Show, and also Gypsy Colt.

All of these I have watched over many times and loved them more each
time I saw them. Another one I've watched several times was Gone With
The Wind, but I don't own it. I saw Gypsy Colt for the first time when
I was 13 years old, and cried my eyes out...saw it again a few years
later, and did the same thing, even knowing what was going to happen! I
watched it with my kids a few years later....had to run for the Kleenex,
and... then taped it off TV so the grandkids could see it, and watched
it again......yep! you guessed it..it still brought on the "water
works"! Where A Red Fern Grows does the same thing to me, and Old
Yeller also!

Judy

[JohnGavin]

On Jun 12, 11:09 am, Mickey

Post by Mickey

Post by Judy Haffner
the BEST movies?

*Best Movie*
*Worst Movie*
"Ordinary People" I just don't know what the appeal is of watching a
dysfuntional family melt down.of "Hulot". This film is often
screamingly funny while dealing with important social issues in a
non-doctinaire tone: definitely worth renting a time or two. ]

It was OK when it came out, but I'd say it hasn't aged well. Another
"social issues" film that has not aged well at all is "Guess Who's
Coming To Dinner". It's preachy, wooden and pretty silly.

[fmomoon]

Post by JohnGavin
It was OK when it came out, but I'd say it hasn't aged well. Another
"social issues" film that has not aged well at all is "Guess Who's
Coming To Dinner". It's preachy, wooden and pretty silly.

Sure *now* it is, but at the time it was good. Sort of like it would
have shocking to have Lucy and Desi have a double bed. Or "You Have
to Be Carefully Taught" from "South Pacific" was, for it's time, very
progressive and contraversial.

They had to make Sidney Poitier an overachiever in order for middle
America of the 60s to comprehend that their problem with him being
with the young woman was that he was black, and only that.

Plus, it had Hepburn and Tracy. I *love* Hepburn and Tracy!

Moni

[fille]

Post by JohnGavin

Post by Mickey
"Ordinary People" I just don't know what the appeal is of watching a
dysfuntional family melt down.of "Hulot". This film is often
screamingly funny while dealing with important social issues in a
non-doctinaire tone: definitely worth renting a time or two. ]

It was OK when it came out, but I'd say it hasn't aged well. Another
"social issues" film that has not aged well at all is "Guess Who's
Coming To Dinner". It's preachy, wooden and pretty silly.

Oh good God - I LOVE that movie. I can overlook the fact that it might
be a tad hokem compared to movies nowadays but the underlying message,
for me, still holds up. Plus, Mr. Sidney Poitier could pretty much do
anything and I'd be a captive audience.

[fille]

On Jun 12, 11:09?am, Mickey

<snip>

Post by Mickey
*Supposedly Great Movie I'd Avoid Like the Plague*
"Ordinary People" I just don't know what the appeal is of watching a
dysfuntional family melt down. Wining, as in "wining and dining" is
entertaining; whining isn't. "OP" just barely edged out "Mr. Hulot's
Holiday" on my list. Watch "Mr Hulot's Holiday" and you'll start to
understand why the French like Jerry Lewis. I think the film is almost
as funny as euthenizing kittens.

<snip>

For me, one movie that is considered a classic that I just don't "get"
is "Rocky Horror Picture Show" - what a piece of crap that is.

[Judy Haffner]

Post by fille
For me, one movie that is considered a
classic that I just don't "get" is "Rocky
Horror Picture Show" - what a piece of
crap that is.

Oh, I LOVE that movie, and saw the live stage play too and that was a
hoot! My daughter has watched that movie more than any movie made. She
has a HUGE library of movies.

Judy

[dixichik]

Post by Judy Haffner

Post by fille
For me, one movie that is considered a
classic that I just don't "get" is "Rocky
Horror Picture Show" - what a piece of
crap that is.

Oh, I LOVE that movie, and saw the live stage play too and that was a
hoot! My daughter has watched that movie more than any movie made. She
has a HUGE library of movies.
Judy

"Damn it, Janet"

"Oh, Brad"

"I'm a sweet transvestite from Transexual, Transylvania"

I am absolutely crazy about that movie. Tim Curry is a riot!

[fille]

Post by dixichik

Post by Judy Haffner

Post by fille
For me, one movie that is considered a
classic that I just don't "get" is "Rocky
Horror Picture Show" - what a piece of
crap that is.

Oh, I LOVE that movie, and saw the live stage play too and that was a
hoot! My daughter has watched that movie more than any movie made. She
has a HUGE library of movies.
Judy

"Damn it, Janet"
"Oh, Brad"
"I'm a sweet transvestite from Transexual, Transylvania"
I am absolutely crazy about that movie. Tim Curry is a riot!

I'm pretty sure I'm in the minority NOT liking this one but I just
never got all the hype. Surprised too cause I normally would like
something offbeat.

[L]

Post by Judy Haffner
There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they deem
the BEST movies?

<snip>

My two favorite movies are "Harold and Maude" and "Gone With The
Wind". I never get tired of either of them. The only movie I ever
walked out on in the theater was "Who Framed Roger Rabbit". Even though
I was young, I hated everything about it, plus it was way too loud, so I
sat out in the lobby waiting for my friends to come out when it was
over. To this day I can't see how anyone could stand to listen to that
obnoxious voice of that rabbit! The worst movie I ever sat through,
which I knew ahead of time was going to be terrible because it was on
MST3K, was "Manos, Hands of Fate".

[c***@yahoo.com]

Post by Judy Haffner
There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they deem
the BEST movies?

I don't like gore movies but I do like scary movies. I love sci fi,
good or bad; my husband and I have watched every offering the SciFi
channel has come up with (personal fav - "Mansquito" - so bad it's
good). I'm a sucker for a good action flick, and I like comedies as
long as Diane Keaton is not in them. And no Brad Pitt, of
course! :-)

Best: "Aliens", "Blade Runner", "Raiders of the Lost Ark", "Room with
a View", "The Lord of the Rings Trilogy"
Worst: "War of the Worlds" with Tom Cruise, "Meet the
Fockers" (awful!)

Callen in VA

[dixichik]

Post by c***@yahoo.com
Best: "Aliens", "Blade Runner", "Raiders of the Lost Ark", "Room with
a View", "The Lord of the Rings Trilogy"
Worst: "War of the Worlds" with Tom Cruise, "Meet the
Fockers" (awful!)
Callen in VA

Thanks for reminding me, Callen. I personally never saw the appeal of
Blade Runner. To this day, it still bores me to tears. I also don't
get Sling Blade but my hubby swears by it.

[Vandar]

Post by dixichik

Post by c***@yahoo.com
Best: "Aliens", "Blade Runner", "Raiders of the Lost Ark", "Room with
a View", "The Lord of the Rings Trilogy"
Worst: "War of the Worlds" with Tom Cruise, "Meet the
Fockers" (awful!)
Callen in VA

Thanks for reminding me, Callen. I personally never saw the appeal of
Blade Runner. To this day, it still bores me to tears. I also don't
get Sling Blade but my hubby swears by it.

Do you like french fried taters?

[Mickey]

Post by c***@yahoo.com
Best: "Aliens", "Blade Runner", "Raiders of the Lost Ark", "Room with
a View",

If you like "Room With a View" you should definitely check out
"Enchanted April." It's a more intimate film and not as visually
splendid, but it does have an equally wonderful cast (Alfred Molina, Jim
Broadbent, Joan Plowright, Polly Walker, Miranda Richardson, et al.).

The Other Mickey

[azurespirit]

Post by c***@yahoo.com
Best: "Aliens", "Blade Runner", "Raiders of the Lost Ark", "Room with
a View",

If you like "Room With a View" you should definitely check out "Enchanted
April." It's a more intimate film and not as visually splendid, but it
does have an equally wonderful cast (Alfred Molina, Jim Broadbent, Joan
Plowright, Polly Walker, Miranda Richardson, et al.).
The Other Mickey

Question: Which movies will you stop and watch every time they pop up on
some channel on TV?

[c***@yahoo.com]

Post by azurespirit

Post by c***@yahoo.com
Best: "Aliens", "Blade Runner", "Raiders of the Lost Ark", "Room with
a View",

If you like "Room With a View" you should definitely check out "Enchanted
April." It's a more intimate film and not as visually splendid, but it
does have an equally wonderful cast (Alfred Molina, Jim Broadbent, Joan
Plowright, Polly Walker, Miranda Richardson, et al.).
The Other Mickey

Question: Which movies will you stop and watch every time they pop up on
some channel on TV?

Jaws
Terminator

Callen in VA

[azurespirit]

Post by c***@yahoo.com

Post by azurespirit

Post by c***@yahoo.com
Best: "Aliens", "Blade Runner", "Raiders of the Lost Ark", "Room with
a View",

If you like "Room With a View" you should definitely check out "Enchanted
April." It's a more intimate film and not as visually splendid, but it
does have an equally wonderful cast (Alfred Molina, Jim Broadbent,
Joan
Plowright, Polly Walker, Miranda Richardson, et al.).
The Other Mickey

Question: Which movies will you stop and watch every time they pop up on
some channel on TV?

Jaws
Terminator
Callen in VA

I forgot to put mine down!

I will always watch "Butch Cassidy" and Franco Zefferelli's "Romeo and
Juliet". I love "To Kill a Mockingbird", but it isn't shown too much. I like
those old movies that I think I watched when I was a kid, like "Friendly
Persuasion".

[SantaSteeler]

for me grease every time and die hard. I have seen some movies as much as
100 times or more. the latest batman I have watched at least 2 dozen times.
pick up something different each time. then with grease the music and OLN
poured into the little black thing at the end.

Post by azurespirit

Post by c***@yahoo.com
Best: "Aliens", "Blade Runner", "Raiders of the Lost Ark", "Room with
a View",

If you like "Room With a View" you should definitely check out "Enchanted
April." It's a more intimate film and not as visually splendid, but it
does have an equally wonderful cast (Alfred Molina, Jim Broadbent, Joan
Plowright, Polly Walker, Miranda Richardson, et al.).
The Other Mickey

Question: Which movies will you stop and watch every time they pop up on
some channel on TV?

[fmomoon]

Post by azurespirit
Question: Which movies will you stop and watch every time they pop up on
some channel on TV?

"Gone With the Wind"
"Wizard of Oz"
"Funny Girl"

actually, just about any musical....almost...

Moni

[Mickey]

Post by azurespirit

Post by c***@yahoo.com
Best: "Aliens", "Blade Runner", "Raiders of the Lost Ark", "Room with
a View",

If you like "Room With a View" you should definitely check out "Enchanted
April." It's a more intimate film and not as visually splendid, but it
does have an equally wonderful cast (Alfred Molina, Jim Broadbent, Joan
Plowright, Polly Walker, Miranda Richardson, et al.).
The Other Mickey

Question: Which movies will you stop and watch every time they pop up on
some channel on TV?

I really can't think of any. Since the introduction of the DVD, a lot of
classic and foreign films have become readily available. So between
Netflix and the 400 or so films we own, there are few things likely to
come up on TV that meet your criterion. This was no always the case, so
I will admit that I after I saw "The Red Shoes" for the first time, I
watched it another 4 times that week on "The Million Dollar Movie." I
understand Martin Scorsese had a simlar experience with one of Powell
and Pressburger films.

There are films, however, I will watch at least once a year and some I
will watch every few months or so. It's more like visiting old friends
than rewatching a movie. Some of these films are great, like
"Casablanca," "Sullivan's Travels," "Room With a View," "Enchanted
April" or any of the Powell/Pressburger films, but we have plenty of
guilty pleasures like "Dirty Dancing," "Serendipity," "Grease," and
anything with Rupert Everett, like "Unconditional Love" (hey, I'm a
sucker for any film that manages to include a trasvestite funeral, Julie
Andrews, a dwarf with an attitude, and a cross-bow serial-killer).

The Other Mickey

[fmomoon]

Post by Mickey
(hey, I'm a
sucker for any film that manages to include a trasvestite funeral, Julie
Andrews, a dwarf with an attitude, and a cross-bow serial-killer).
The Other Mickey- Hide quoted text -
- Show quoted text -

ROTFLMHO! Okay, I'm still laughing.....the imagery of it all.....<G>

Moni

[Mickey]

Post by fmomoon

Post by Mickey
(hey, I'm a
sucker for any film that manages to include a trasvestite funeral, Julie
Andrews, a dwarf with an attitude, and a cross-bow serial-killer).
The Other Mickey- Hide quoted text -
- Show quoted text -

ROTFLMHO! Okay, I'm still laughing.....the imagery of it all.....<G>
Moni

Obviously you need to hurry down to Blockbuster and rent a copy for
tonight. The film also stars Kathy Bates, Jonathon Pryce, Lynn Redgrave,
and Dan Akroyd.

The Other Mickey

[dixichik]

Post by fmomoon

Post by Mickey
(hey, I'm a
sucker for any film that manages to include a trasvestite funeral, Julie
Andrews, a dwarf with an attitude, and a cross-bow serial-killer).
The Other Mickey- Hide quoted text -
- Show quoted text -

ROTFLMHO! Okay, I'm still laughing.....the imagery of it all.....<G>
Moni

That description sounds like an episode of Jerry Springer (and I LOVE
Springer)

[Mickey]

Post by dixichik

Post by fmomoon

Post by Mickey
(hey, I'm a
sucker for any film that manages to include a trasvestite funeral, Julie
Andrews, a dwarf with an attitude, and a cross-bow serial-killer).
The Other Mickey- Hide quoted text -
- Show quoted text -

ROTFLMHO! Okay, I'm still laughing.....the imagery of it all.....<G>
Moni

That description sounds like an episode of Jerry Springer (and I LOVE
Springer)

I should have mentioned the film ends in an episode Sally Jess Rafael.
Close enough?

The Other Mickey

[dixichik]

On Jun 13, 11:22 am, Mickey

Post by Mickey

Post by dixichik

Post by fmomoon

Post by Mickey
(hey, I'm a
sucker for any film that manages to include a trasvestite funeral, Julie
Andrews, a dwarf with an attitude, and a cross-bow serial-killer).
The Other Mickey- Hide quoted text -
- Show quoted text -

ROTFLMHO! Okay, I'm still laughing.....the imagery of it all.....<G>
Moni

That description sounds like an episode of Jerry Springer (and I LOVE
Springer)

I should have mentioned the film ends in an episode Sally Jess Rafael.
Close enough?
The Other Mickey- Hide quoted text -
- Show quoted text -

That'll work except SJR, like Maury, always took her show too
seriously. At least Springer admits his is unadulterated trash.
That's why I love it.

[fille]

Post by azurespirit
Question: Which movies will you stop and watch every time they pop up on
some channel on TV?

The first movie that popped into my head when I read that question is
"Duel" starring Dennis Weaver and, I believe, the first movie directed
by a young Stephen Speilberg. For me the movie is very simplistic but
packs a whopper of "on the edge of your seat" moments. And to this
day, whenever I think a truck is following me too close, I still think
of the lines that Weaver utters as the demon truck is approaching him
in the chase - "I'll lose him on the grade."

[SantaSteeler]

yes he was driving an old rambler or dodge dart and he could not get away
from that trucker going up and down the mountain roads.

Post by fille

Post by azurespirit
Question: Which movies will you stop and watch every time they pop up on
some channel on TV?

The first movie that popped into my head when I read that question is
"Duel" starring Dennis Weaver and, I believe, the first movie directed
by a young Stephen Speilberg. For me the movie is very simplistic but
packs a whopper of "on the edge of your seat" moments. And to this
day, whenever I think a truck is following me too close, I still think
of the lines that Weaver utters as the demon truck is approaching him
in the chase - "I'll lose him on the grade."

[-Calliope-]

Post by fille

Post by azurespirit
Question: Which movies will you stop and watch every time they pop up on
some channel on TV?

The first movie that popped into my head when I read that question is
"Duel" starring Dennis Weaver and, I believe, the first movie directed
by a young Stephen Speilberg. For me the movie is very simplistic but
packs a whopper of "on the edge of your seat" moments. And to this
day, whenever I think a truck is following me too close, I still think
of the lines that Weaver utters as the demon truck is approaching him
in the chase - "I'll lose him on the grade."

OH.. I can't *stand* that movie! eeek...

[Judy Haffner]

Post by azurespirit
Question: Which movies will you stop
and watch every time they pop up on
some channel on TV?

For me and my DH it would have to be Rainman with Tom Cruise and Dustin
Hoffman and Forest Gump with Tom Hanks...we both really like those.
Another one is Maverick, starring Jodie Foster, Mel Gibson and James
Garner...my husband loves that "oldie goldie," and also the Crocodile
Dundee movies with Paul Hogan.

Judy

[L]

Post by azurespirit

Post by c***@yahoo.com
Best: "Aliens", "Blade Runner", "Raiders of the Lost Ark", "Room with
a View",

If you like "Room With a View" you should definitely check out "Enchanted
April." It's a more intimate film and not as visually splendid, but it
does have an equally wonderful cast (Alfred Molina, Jim Broadbent, Joan
Plowright, Polly Walker, Miranda Richardson, et al.).
The Other Mickey

Question: Which movies will you stop and watch every time they pop up on
some channel on TV?

Silent Running
It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad world
A Christmas Story
La Cage Au Folle (sp?)
Groundhog Day
The Bad Seed
Hmmm probably any Marx Brothers movie
The Birds
African Queen

Every time I think of one, I think of another one, and another
one... so my list is just going to keep growing... A Hard Day's Night!
Most older Woody Allen movies... The Wrath of Kahn, The Search for
Spock, wow too many to list!

[-Calliope-]

Post by azurespirit
Question: Which movies will you stop and watch every time they pop up on
some channel on TV?

"Pillow Talk" with Doris Day & Rock Hudson, LOL.... I just Lurve that movie
:-)

[fille]

Post by -Calliope-

Post by azurespirit
Question: Which movies will you stop and watch every time they pop up on
some channel on TV?

"Pillow Talk" with Doris Day & Rock Hudson, LOL.... I just Lurve that movie
:-)

That reminds me of a few I would always watch when they were on tv
years back -
"If A Man Answers" with Sandra Dee and Bobby Darin
Also, any of those stupid Gidget movies - hokey but lots of fun on a
rainy afternoon.

[Xan]

Post by -Calliope-

Post by azurespirit
Question: Which movies will you stop and watch every time they pop up on
some channel on TV?

"Pillow Talk" with Doris Day & Rock Hudson, LOL.... I just Lurve that movie
:-)

Two of my favorite movies starred Doris Day, namely, "The Man Who Knew
Too Much" (w/ Jimmy Stewart) and "Midnight Lace" (w/ Rex Harrison), both
stunning suspense stories. I've avoided this thread because I have so
many, many favorite movies that I really don't know where to begin.
Okay, here goes, in addition to the two mentioned above: Witness, The
Shawshank Redemption, Cold Turkey (anyone remember this little gem about
a town trying to quit smoking?), Strictly Ballroom, Gladiator, Fargo, LA
Confidential, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, The Joy Luck Club, and many more
that I'm too tired to type (been awake all night).

As for films that were supposed to be good but disappointed me, "In the
Bedroom" is one, also "Bobby."

Xan

[fille]

On Jun 14, 6:30?am, Xan <***@charter.net> wrote:
<snip>

Post by Xan
As for films that were supposed to be good but disappointed me, "In the
Bedroom" is one, also "Bobby."
Xan

I agree with you about "In The Bedroom" - I was very disappointed.
Another one I had heard years back that was really good was "Welcome
to the Dollhouse" - another that really let me down.

[Judy Haffner]

Best: "Aliens", "Blade Runner", "Raiders
of the Lost Ark", "Room with
a View", "The Lord of the Rings Trilogy"
Worst: "War of the Worlds" with Tom
Cruise, "Meet the Fockers" (awful!)

As I said in my original post, I don't like gore type movies at all, and
only MILD scarey ones, as they tend to stay with me, and bother me, but
I like a good "sit-on-the-edge-of-your-seat" mystery type movie, but my
daughter says I'm a whimp when it comes to anything too scarey!

I'm a big Tom Cruise fan, but I Agree War Of The Worlds wasn't THAT
great, but not one of the worst I've ever seen, and I really LIKED Meet
The Fockers, but I think Meet The Parents was probably the
best...absolutely hilarious!

Judy

[fmomoon]

Post by Judy Haffner
There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they deem
the BEST movies?

Good question, but I'm adding some twists:
Worst movie from a good book: "Catch 22"
Best movie from a good book: "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy
Best parody movie: "Young Frankenstein"
Best "Movie" musical (not on Broadway first): "Singing in the Rain"
Best Broadway musical based on a movie comedy with music: "Sugar/Some
Like it Hot"
Best movie adaptation from a Broadway musical: "Seven Brides for
Seven Brothers" (in spite of the changes)
Worst movie adaptation from a Broadway musical: Tie: "A Chorus
Line" (where they managed to destroy previously likeable characters)
and "Caberet" (where the main characters are secondary and any
connection between the original and the movie is coincidental)

What I don't get: Why do really some bad movies (think "The Blob")
become cult classics?

Moni

[azurespirit]

Post by fmomoon

Post by Judy Haffner
There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they deem
the BEST movies?

Worst movie from a good book: "Catch 22"
Best movie from a good book: "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy
Best parody movie: "Young Frankenstein"
Best "Movie" musical (not on Broadway first): "Singing in the Rain"
Best Broadway musical based on a movie comedy with music: "Sugar/Some
Like it Hot"
Best movie adaptation from a Broadway musical: "Seven Brides for
Seven Brothers" (in spite of the changes)
Worst movie adaptation from a Broadway musical: Tie: "A Chorus
Line" (where they managed to destroy previously likeable characters)
and "Caberet" (where the main characters are secondary and any
connection between the original and the movie is coincidental)
What I don't get: Why do really some bad movies (think "The Blob")
become cult classics?
Moni

LOL! I can remember being a kid in WI watching "scary" movies on Friday
nights. I think they showed the same few "B" movies over and over. One of my
favorites was "The Beast of/with Five Fingers". It had Peter Lorrie and I
thought he was just the creepiest. Then there were dopey fake dinosaur
movies like, "The Valley of the Gwangi". (I'm not sure of the spelling.)
"The Blob" was just a classic and the fact that Steve Mc Queen was in it
only added to its cult status.

Note: "The Blob" was actually on TV on the Saturday afternoon when I was in
labor with my son. He....he....sort of a little family trivia fact.

[SantaSteeler]

W1? World War 1?

Post by azurespirit

Post by fmomoon

Post by Judy Haffner
There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they deem
the BEST movies?

Worst movie from a good book: "Catch 22"
Best movie from a good book: "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy
Best parody movie: "Young Frankenstein"
Best "Movie" musical (not on Broadway first): "Singing in the Rain"
Best Broadway musical based on a movie comedy with music: "Sugar/Some
Like it Hot"
Best movie adaptation from a Broadway musical: "Seven Brides for
Seven Brothers" (in spite of the changes)
Worst movie adaptation from a Broadway musical: Tie: "A Chorus
Line" (where they managed to destroy previously likeable characters)
and "Caberet" (where the main characters are secondary and any
connection between the original and the movie is coincidental)
What I don't get: Why do really some bad movies (think "The Blob")
become cult classics?
Moni

LOL! I can remember being a kid in WI watching "scary" movies on Friday
nights. I think they showed the same few "B" movies over and over. One of
my favorites was "The Beast of/with Five Fingers". It had Peter Lorrie and
I thought he was just the creepiest. Then there were dopey fake dinosaur
movies like, "The Valley of the Gwangi". (I'm not sure of the spelling.)
"The Blob" was just a classic and the fact that Steve Mc Queen was in it
only added to its cult status.
Note: "The Blob" was actually on TV on the Saturday afternoon when I was
in labor with my son. He....he....sort of a little family trivia fact.

[azurespirit]

Post by SantaSteeler
W1? World War 1?

WI= Wisconsin

Did you think I was a kid during WWI?????

[SantaSteeler]

hey hey hey....yuk yuk

Post by azurespirit

Post by SantaSteeler
W1? World War 1?

WI= Wisconsin
Did you think I was a kid during WWI?????

[Vandar]

Post by azurespirit

Post by SantaSteeler
W1? World War 1?

WI= Wisconsin
Did you think I was a kid during WWI?????

We all know you were in your 30s then.

[fille]

<snip>

Post by fmomoon
Best parody movie: "Young Frankenstein"

Oh do I love that movie - I even named a rabbit I had years ago, "Frau
Bleucher" *insert horse whinnies here*

<snip>

Post by fmomoon
Best Broadway musical based on a movie comedy with music: "Sugar/Some
Like it Hot"

I had the pleasure of seeing "Sugar" on stage years ago with the
wonderful Elaine Joyce and Cyril Ritchard - super.

<snip>

Post by fmomoon
What I don't get: Why do really some bad movies (think "The Blob")
become cult classics?

I wouldn't be surprised if, in some cases, a lot of college aged kids
find that these old "horror" movies are a hoot to watch when you've
had one too many brewskies. The really bad ones - like Plan 9 from
Outerspace, are so bad that you can't help but laugh and as a result
they end up being good, in their own strange way.

[Xan]

Post by fmomoon

Post by Judy Haffner
There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they deem
the BEST movies?

Worst movie from a good book: "Catch 22"
Best movie from a good book: "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy

My favorite adaptation from a book is "Rosemary's Baby," almost a
word-for-word adaptation. In fact, Ira Levin has said that he wrote
that book in such a terse, straightforward style because he had movie in
mind. BTW, "RB" is added to my list of favorites.

Xan

Post by fmomoon
Best parody movie: "Young Frankenstein"
Best "Movie" musical (not on Broadway first): "Singing in the Rain"
Best Broadway musical based on a movie comedy with music: "Sugar/Some
Like it Hot"
Best movie adaptation from a Broadway musical: "Seven Brides for
Seven Brothers" (in spite of the changes)
Worst movie adaptation from a Broadway musical: Tie: "A Chorus
Line" (where they managed to destroy previously likeable characters)
and "Caberet" (where the main characters are secondary and any
connection between the original and the movie is coincidental)
What I don't get: Why do really some bad movies (think "The Blob")
become cult classics?
Moni

[fille]

Post by Xan
My favorite adaptation from a book is "Rosemary's Baby," almost a
that book in such a terse, straightforward style because he had movie in
mind. BTW, "RB" is added to my list of favorites.
Xan

Oh yeah - forgot about that one - this is a movie that I can (and
have) watch over and over.

[CatNipped]

Post by Judy Haffner
There has been a couple of threads in the NG since A. I. ended,
concerning movies, and I am curious what everyone considers the WORST
movies they've ever seen in their lifetime, and also the ones they deem
the BEST movies?
I have only walked out of one movie in my entire life, and that was
many, many years ago. It was considered a classic, and that was 20,000
Leagues Under The Sea, starring James Mason. I was bored to tears. There
was one other other recently that I WANTED to walk out of, but kept
expecting it to get better, cause it was up for a bunch of academy
awards, and I think it did win Best Picture that year, and it was The
English Patient, although I must admit I really like Ralph Finnes
(spelling?) that was in that. Another really BAD one was called The
Phone, with Whoopi Goldberg. We rented it, and quit watching after a
short period of time...totally dumb!
I DON'T like "gore movies", and refuse to go, as to me that's not
entertainment, but my daughter loves them! I don't care for Sci-Fi
either, but have seen some good ones. My most favorite movies of all
times, since I was a kid, have been musicals....Sound Of Music, Fiddler
On The Roof, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, Seven Brides For Seven
Brothers, The Glen Miller Story, Carousel, Oklahoma, etc., etc., etc.
I also really like a good comedy, action movies, and also a real good
drama. If a movie brings tears to my eyes, or I about split a gut
laughing, then I feel it was a GREAT movie and I got my money's worth!
:o)
Judy

There is "best" in our books, then there is "most re-watchable", and then
there's "classic".

"Most re-watchable" - (self explanatory) we own "Independence Day",
"Armageddon", and "Fifth Element" and will watch them every 4 to 6 months -
we never seem to get tired of these three.

"Best" - (most enjoyable to watch the first time) in recent history, anyway,
we liked "Shrek 2" and "Over The Hedge". However comedies don't seem to
play as well the 3rd or 4th time watched - the jokes just get stale.

"Classic" - (most moving or eye-opening) "Casablanca" (of course), "Dr.
Zhivago", "Philadelphia Story"... well, just too many to list really (we're
both movie buffs and have watched thousands over the years).

Hugs,

CatNipped

[fille]

Post by CatNipped
"Most re-watchable" - (self explanatory) we own "Independence Day",
"Armageddon", and "Fifth Element" and will watch them every 4 to 6 months -
we never seem to get tired of these three.

For me some of the most re-watchable movies have been:
"Wizard of Oz"
"2001: A Space Odyssey"
"A Patch of Blue"
"The Bad Seed"
"King of Comedy"
"Fantasia"
any Ma & Pa Kettle (with Percy Kilbride)
"Duel"
"Young Frankenstein"
"Jesus Christ Superstar"
I know there are more - so many movies, so little time. :-)

[dixichik]

Post by fmomoon

Post by CatNipped
"Most re-watchable" - (self explanatory) we own "Independence Day",
"Armageddon", and "Fifth Element" and will watch them every 4 to 6 months -
we never seem to get tired of these three.

"Wizard of Oz"
"2001: A Space Odyssey"
"A Patch of Blue"
"The Bad Seed"
"King of Comedy"
"Fantasia"
any Ma & Pa Kettle (with Percy Kilbride)
"Duel"
"Young Frankenstein"
"Jesus Christ Superstar"
I know there are more - so many movies, so little time. :-)

The Birdcage with Robin Williams and Nathan Lane.

[fille]

Post by fille
I know there are more - so many movies, so little time. :-)

Adding to my own list of re-watchable movies (and I have - many
times):

"Freaks"
"On Golden Pond"
"The Birds"
"Frenzy"
"Fatal Attraction"
"Helter Skelter"
"Jaws"
"Saturday Night Fever"
"To Sir With Love"
"Mask"

[azurespirit]

Post by fille

Post by fille
I know there are more - so many movies, so little time. :-)

Adding to my own list of re-watchable movies (and I have - many
"Freaks"
"On Golden Pond"
"The Birds"
"Frenzy"
"Fatal Attraction"
"Helter Skelter"
"Jaws"
"Saturday Night Fever"
"To Sir With Love"
"Mask"

"Helter Skelter"??? Do you mean the two-part mini-series from the 70's?

[fille]

Post by azurespirit

Post by fille

Post by fille
I know there are more - so many movies, so little time. :-)

Adding to my own list of re-watchable movies (and I have - many
"Freaks"
"On Golden Pond"
"The Birds"
"Frenzy"
"Fatal Attraction"
"Helter Skelter"
"Jaws"
"Saturday Night Fever"
"To Sir With Love"
"Mask"

"Helter Skelter"??? Do you mean the two-part mini-series from the 70's?

Yes.

[azurespirit]

Post by azurespirit

Post by fille

Post by fille
I know there are more - so many movies, so little time. :-)

Adding to my own list of re-watchable movies (and I have - many
"Freaks"
"On Golden Pond"
"The Birds"
"Frenzy"
"Fatal Attraction"
"Helter Skelter"
"Jaws"
"Saturday Night Fever"
"To Sir With Love"
"Mask"

"Helter Skelter"??? Do you mean the two-part mini-series from the 70's?

Yes.

That movie was AMAZING! I remember that is sort of gave me flashbacks! I had
just moved to So. Cal when the whole Manson thing took place. There was
obviously an incredible amount of news coverage. When I saw Steve Railsback
and his portrayal of Manson....it gave me the EXACT same chills. I was doing
my student teaching at the time the mini-series was first aired. A bunch of
us got together and sort of had a little viewing party. I'm thinking that it
was shown on a Friday and the two-parts were a week apart. They made really
big deals over mini-series back in the olden days. (Not quite before WW1
though!)

[fille]

Post by azurespirit

Post by azurespirit

Post by fille

Post by fille
I know there are more - so many movies, so little time. :-)

Adding to my own list of re-watchable movies (and I have - many
"Freaks"
"On Golden Pond"
"The Birds"
"Frenzy"
"Fatal Attraction"
"Helter Skelter"
"Jaws"
"Saturday Night Fever"
"To Sir With Love"
"Mask"

"Helter Skelter"??? Do you mean the two-part mini-series from the 70's?

Yes.

That movie was AMAZING! I remember that is sort of gave me flashbacks! I had
just moved to So. Cal when the whole Manson thing took place. There was
obviously an incredible amount of news coverage. When I saw Steve Railsback
and his portrayal of Manson....it gave me the EXACT same chills. I was doing
my student teaching at the time the mini-series was first aired. A bunch of
us got together and sort of had a little viewing party. I'm thinking that it
was shown on a Friday and the two-parts were a week apart. They made really
big deals over mini-series back in the olden days. (Not quite before WW1
though.

Yes, I agree - just about the best job done concerning the Manson
story. I have seen many - this has been the one case I have always
been fascinated by - and Railsback's has to be the best, IMO. I
remember the thing about the mini-series too - making a big deal of it
and all that. Of course this was prior to all the instant access we
have now with movies, cable and all that stuff, right at our
fingertips.

[CatNipped]

Post by azurespirit

Post by azurespirit

Post by fille

Post by fille
I know there are more - so many movies, so little time. :-)

Adding to my own list of re-watchable movies (and I have - many
"Freaks"
"On Golden Pond"
"The Birds"
"Frenzy"
"Fatal Attraction"
"Helter Skelter"
"Jaws"
"Saturday Night Fever"
"To Sir With Love"
"Mask"

"Helter Skelter"??? Do you mean the two-part mini-series from the 70's?

Yes.

That movie was AMAZING! I remember that is sort of gave me flashbacks! I
had just moved to So. Cal when the whole Manson thing took place. There
was obviously an incredible amount of news coverage. When I saw Steve
Railsback and his portrayal of Manson....it gave me the EXACT same chills.
I was doing my student teaching at the time the mini-series was first
aired. A bunch of us got together and sort of had a little viewing party.
I'm thinking that it was shown on a Friday and the two-parts were a week
apart. They made really big deals over mini-series back in the olden days.
(Not quite before WW1 though!)

Speaking of mini-series, did anyone see "The Captains and the Kings"? The
Taylor Caldwell novel is one of my favorites and I think they did a pretty
good job of translating it to film.

Hugs,

CatNipped

[CatNipped]

Post by fille

Post by fille
I know there are more - so many movies, so little time. :-)

Adding to my own list of re-watchable movies (and I have - many
"Freaks"
"On Golden Pond"
"The Birds"
"Frenzy"
"Fatal Attraction"
"Helter Skelter"
"Jaws"
"Saturday Night Fever"
"To Sir With Love"
"Mask"

"Mask"??! Really!!???! It's probably just my prejudice, but I
studiously avoid any movie with Jim Carey in it - with the exception
of Robin Williams (and only in his early career), I can't stand "over
the top" comedians (Will Farrell comes to mind) - but Jim Carey is my
all-time least favorite actor ever in the history of acting. Just
goes to show - different stroke for different folks (though most of
the time I appreciate any strokes at all ;>).

Hugs,

CatNipped

[dixichik]

Post by CatNipped

Post by fille

Post by fille
I know there are more - so many movies, so little time. :-)

Adding to my own list of re-watchable movies (and I have - many
"Freaks"
"On Golden Pond"
"The Birds"
"Frenzy"
"Fatal Attraction"
"Helter Skelter"
"Jaws"
"Saturday Night Fever"
"To Sir With Love"
"Mask"

"Mask"??! Really!!???! It's probably just my prejudice, but I
studiously avoid any movie with Jim Carey in it - with the exception
of Robin Williams (and only in his early career), I can't stand "over
the top" comedians (Will Farrell comes to mind) - but Jim Carey is my
all-time least favorite actor ever in the history of acting. Just
goes to show - different stroke for different folks (though most of
the time I appreciate any strokes at all ;>).
Hugs,
CatNipped- Hide quoted text -
- Show quoted text -

I'm wondering if the poster meant "Mask" with Cher rather than "The
Mask" with Jim Carrey.

[fille]

Post by dixichik
I'm wondering if the poster meant "Mask" with Cher rather than "The
Mask" with Jim Carrey

You are absolutely right on that one, Dixi - I explained this in a
follow-up post to CatNipped.

[fille]

Post by CatNipped
"Mask"??! Really!!???! It's probably just my prejudice, but I
studiously avoid any movie with Jim Carey in it - with the exception
of Robin Williams (and only in his early career), I can't stand "over
the top" comedians (Will Farrell comes to mind) - but Jim Carey is my
all-time least favorite actor ever in the history of acting. Just
goes to show - different stroke for different folks (though most of
the time I appreciate any strokes at all ;>).
Hugs,
CatNipped

Oops - i should have clarified that it's MASK and not THE MASK that I
like. Mask is the one with Cher and Eric Stoltz, the true story about
Rusty and Rocky Dennis, the boy who suffered with cranio-facial
disease. I just really like that movie and, having once hung around a
little bit with the biker crowd I guess it reminds me of "the
day".....even tho these bikers are a little more hokey than your
normal true biker dudes.
I have seen The Mask once and it was okay for that type but it's not
really my type. However, I do disagree with you about Jim Carey. I
think he is a master of this type of comedy. While his flicks wouldn't
normally be my type I enjoy his performances and agile abilities in
all that he does. I loved him back when he first started on "In Living
Color". I just knew he'd be a star one day. But I can also see why you
wouldn't care for him. He is definately over the top.

[CatNipped]

Post by fille

Post by CatNipped
"Mask"??! Really!!???! It's probably just my prejudice, but I
studiously avoid any movie with Jim Carey in it - with the exception
of Robin Williams (and only in his early career), I can't stand "over
the top" comedians (Will Farrell comes to mind) - but Jim Carey is my
all-time least favorite actor ever in the history of acting. Just
goes to show - different stroke for different folks (though most of
the time I appreciate any strokes at all ;>).
Hugs,
CatNipped

Oops - i should have clarified that it's MASK and not THE MASK that I
like. Mask is the one with Cher and Eric Stoltz, the true story about
Rusty and Rocky Dennis, the boy who suffered with cranio-facial
disease. I just really like that movie and, having once hung around a
little bit with the biker crowd I guess it reminds me of "the
day".....even tho these bikers are a little more hokey than your
normal true biker dudes.

LOL! Oops, I totally forgot about the Cher movie, and you're right, that
one was wonderful!

Post by fille
I have seen The Mask once and it was okay for that type but it's not
really my type. However, I do disagree with you about Jim Carey. I
think he is a master of this type of comedy. While his flicks wouldn't
normally be my type I enjoy his performances and agile abilities in
all that he does. I loved him back when he first started on "In Living
Color". I just knew he'd be a star one day. But I can also see why you
wouldn't care for him. He is definately over the top.

I just never could go for slapstick, "physical" comedy (with the exception
of Monty Python) - I *HATED* The Three Stooges", Laurel and Hardy, etc....
all of what I think of as "13-year-old-boy-bathroom-humor" (I just don't see
what's so hilarious about farts and puke). I prefer a much drier humor.

Hugs,

CatNipped