At the Movies

KaosTheory · #1 09-28-2004, 12:42 PM

What is your favorite movie of all time and what are some good movies that you have seen recently?

My favorite of all time would have to be BladeRunner. This film is science fiction but it also delves into pschology(nature vs nurture), philosophy (epistomology), and ethics. I liked the hidden message that, in a way, we are all replicants. At least, if we are not replicants, how would we really know since it is possible that our memories are really just implants. Very good acting, especially by Rutger Hauer.

Some recent movies (DVD's) that I really liked are:

The Passion - I still thought that Jesus looked a little too European though. Very realistic looking otherwise. I hope Mel makes the sequel.

Master and Commander- not enough sea battles though

Last Samurai - I wonder if this portrayed a true picture of the Japanese Samurai. They seemed so gentle and loving heh heh. Anyone ever see the Seven Samurai? I thought maybe that movie might be a little more true to life.

Gangs of New York- Although not a true story as a whole, it still contained historical people and events. Excellent acting and realistic looking scenery. Ugly period of American history but shows that politics has not changed what so ever.

Shattered Glass- the true story of a writer for The New Republic magazine. Great acting and true to life portrayal of the real story. DVD includes the interview with Glass on 60 minutes. It really blows you mind.

The Reckoning- Medieval murder mystery with a very good Christian flavor. Again, great acting and realistic looking scenery.

Lady Killers- Another great Tom Hanks movie. I thought it was hilarious. His character was great.

weaponx71 · #2 09-28-2004, 12:56 PM

I love horror movies.

My bestest of all time is still John Carpenter's The Thing.

Great piece of work there.

My list of recent.

The Last Samurai

The Passion

Underworld

AvP

I dont get to the movies much anymore, to much crap that just isnt worth it. Would rather wait for DVD.

KaosTheory · #3 09-28-2004, 01:08 PM

Yeah I was really talking about DVD's. I like the extra features on the DVD's. Gangs of New York included a History channel documentary on the film comparing it to the actual historical events. I think it was History vs Hollywood. I very seldom go to the movies although I was planning on seeing AVP. I loved Aliens but didn't care much for Predator 1 or 2.

What is Underworld about?

What are some DVDs that you have seen lately?

weasel · #4 10-04-2004, 08:23 AM

1st....HELLBOY!

13th Warrior

Highwaymen

THEY LIVE

Willow

Adventures in the Forbidden Zone

to name a few

weasel · #5 10-04-2004, 08:25 AM

Underworld is a lame interpretation of vampires vs. werewolves.

rushpat · #6 10-04-2004, 03:32 PM

Hmm... lots of movies...

Lord of the Rings series

Indiana Jones series

Big Trouble in Little China

Bladerunner (original Theatrical version)

Krull

The Goonies

The Matrix (the 1st one)

Princess Bride

Armageddon

Hmm... I'm rambling now.

weishaupt1776 · #7 10-04-2004, 03:57 PM

[color=black][b]How could you guys leave out Sha Shank Redemption?

I liked this movie that never made it, but was incredible called The Power of One (don't confuse this with A Force of One w/ Chuck Norris.)

TheBlackTruth · #8 10-04-2004, 04:35 PM

hmmm My favorite movie of all time has still got to be The Matrix.

Other movies on my list of most thought provoking(I suggest you check these out):
[*]Waking Life
[*]The Thirteenth Floor
[*]Minority Report
[*]Vanilla Sky
[*]Dark City

Most entertaining:
[*]Lord of the Rings Trilogy
[*]Shawshank Redemption
[*]Star Wars
[*]The Matrix Trilogy

hmmmm i'm drawing blanks. .i'll add to this later

-BT[/color]

scottinalaska · #9 10-04-2004, 05:02 PM

Gotta go with The Matrix...and doggone it, I did like each one, but of course the first one is best. I have used many scenes in that as a parallel to the Gospel. Sooo many direct parallels. So many great quotes.

Shawshank Redemption - a movie I have thought about a lot even after seeing it only once.

Old DVD called Brazil. Favorite line: "Have you ever really SEEN a terrorist?" "Uh, well, I just started working in this department..." It IS a weird movie, but when you watch truths come out again and again, I just laugh and laugh! Bought it off of Ebay for a few bucks. $ well spent.

And lastly a musical - 1776. Yes, the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Feel good movie and fun to sing along!

wirlwind · #10 10-04-2004, 07:05 PM

All these science fiction movies. I like girly movies- I have to cry. The more I cry, the better the movie::

The Passion (hope there is a sequel- I want to see the ressurection)

Seabisuit

Rudy

Remember the Titans

Titanic

Gone With the Wind

The Last Samurai

Steel Magnolias