Rube - if you liked that I would recommend (for some similar reasons but also some quite different) the movie Lion. I don't know if it's on Netflix or not anymore but it was tremendous.
Rube – if you liked that I would recommend (for some similar reasons but also some quite different) the movie Lion. I don’t know if it’s on Netflix or not anymore but it was tremendous.
Added the disc to my queue.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
The Gray Man (Netflix streaming):
When the CIA's most skilled operative-whose true identity is known to none-accidentally uncovers dark agency secrets, a psychopathic former colleague puts a bounty on his head, setting off a global manhunt by international assassins.
Every cliche in the book for this movie. There was one very nice red herring in there, kudos for that. I was a little surprised at the character in question's actions, until the backstory emerged. However, a great movie for a lazy weekend night and some popcorn. Besides, it has the Goose in it. 😉
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
A Call To Spy (Netflix streaming):
In the beginning of WWII, with Britain becoming desperate, Churchill orders his new spy agency - SOE - to recruit and train women as spies.
Based on true stories/events, I thought this was well done. They didn't really hide the dangers of the job, and didn't romanticize the characters. Did some follow-up, and the movie stayed rather true to the actual events. I do like the tellings of these stories, the "behind the battle scenes" stuff that really helps win wars. I would give it a watch.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
I have to mention the obvious:
RIP Paul Sorvino. 
Paulie may have moved slow, but it was only because Paulie didn't have to move for anybody. (c) Goodfellas (and his cameo in "Kill The Irishman" was also a classic role, IMO). Such a great actor, despite being typecast. In "The Cooler" (William H Macy, Maria Bello) he actually sang all his songs. Yeah.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Sorvino was fantastic during his stint in Law & Order.
“When your best friend is the son of God, you get tired of losing every argument.”
― Christopher Moore, Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal
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Everything Everywhere All At Once (Netflix disc):
An aging Chinese immigrant is swept up in an insane adventure, where she alone can save the world by exploring other universes connecting with the lives she could have led.
I know what I watched, but I am still fully comprehending what I watched. It was a very off-the-wall Back To The Future/Matrix/Mr Destiny (if you remember that movie) wild-arse movie. Michelle Yeoh and Jamie Lee Curtis are great in it, no surprise, but man, this movie will throw you for a trip and a half. If you're ready to strap yourself in for a WTF Is Going On Adventure, watch this one.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
The Gray Man - just awful. Goesling and Thornton were completely wasted in this dreck-filled hot mess.
The Lost Daughter (Netflix streaming):
A woman's beach vacation takes a dark turn when she begins to confront the troubles of her past.
Not sure about this one. When the buildup/backstory happens, it's good. However, the pacing of the movie is SO SLOW you have to wait (seemingly endlessly) for the next step in the plot. Many awkward moments that stretch out, a couple of filler scenes that really go nowhere and are not relevant to anything, etc. It's a 2 hour movie, and could easily be trimmed to 90 minutes. It IS Maggie Gyllenhaal's directorial debut, so I'll chalk it up to being a rookie, and I do hope she learns from this. She has the potential to be a great director (I do like her as an actress).
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Blackhat:
A furloughed convict and his American and Chinese partners hunt a high-level cybercrime network from Chicago to Los Angeles to Hong Kong to Jakarta.
Decent action movie, a lot of high-tech hacking, super-computing and such. Kind of went off the rails in the end, as most of these movies do, but figuring out the master plan is the real crux of the movie. I still believe to this day, the Alphabet Agencies don't truly understand the end game of most hackers, since they think like law enforcement, not like actual hackers. It's a small, but distinct, difference.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
What's next - Gone With The Wind?
https://twitter.com/arielhelwani/status/1554850447587950592?s=20&t=4PQpmaFfkar5H5qAb2cqkQ
Dark Waters (Netflix streaming):
A corporate defense attorney takes on an environmental lawsuit against a chemical company that exposes a lengthy history of pollution.
The male version of Erin Brockovich. With that in mind, it was done decently, and didn't really stray from the actual story. I don't really have much to say about the movie, it was entertaining enough, rather cookie cutter David Vs Goliath story, with some big names (Mark Ruffalo, Anne Hathaway, Tim Robbins, Bill Pullman, etc).
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Re-watched "Grease" tonight, in honor of Olivia Newton-John. RIP, Sandra Dee. 🙁
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Re-watched “Grease” tonight, in honor of Olivia Newton-John. RIP, Sandra Dee. 🙁
Probably the first childhood crush of a lot guys that grew up in the 70s. Her and Farrah Fawcett. There haven’t been many women to walk this earth who were as naturally beautiful as ONJ. But she also seemed very normal and kind along with it. Bummed she’s gone.
Re-watched “Grease” tonight, in honor of Olivia Newton-John. RIP, Sandra Dee. 🙁
Probably the first childhood crush of a lot guys that grew up in the 70s. Her and Farrah Fawcett. There haven’t been many women to walk this earth who were as naturally beautiful as ONJ. But she also seemed very normal and kind along with it. Bummed she’s gone.
When she released "Physical," a very racy song for the times, she second-thought it, and tried to pull it back. Agent/etc said, "too late, it's sent to the radio and shooting up the charts." She was indeed the "girl next door" type.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
The summer before 8th grade I met a girl at camp and when camp was over we connected and arranged to see a movie together. I lived in the west burbs and she lived in Minneapolis. I agreed to take a couple buses and then we went to the theater - which one I can't remember. Turns out the movie was Xanadu and that was the last date I agreed to with her.
I have no idea why I enjoy Xanadu so much, but if I happen upon it I can't not watch it. The movie is a klunker but the soundtrack of ONJ and ELO is awesome.
I am the official Iowa Hawkeye football fan of GPL!
Re-watched “Grease” tonight, in honor of Olivia Newton-John. RIP, Sandra Dee. 🙁
Probably the first childhood crush of a lot guys that grew up in the 70s. Her and Farrah Fawcett. There haven’t been many women to walk this earth who were as naturally beautiful as ONJ. But she also seemed very normal and kind along with it. Bummed she’s gone.
I grew up in the 1970’s and Olivia Newton John was certainly an icon (as was Farrah) ? Sad to hear about her passing…
Carter (Netflix Streaming, Korean, so subtitles):
Thrown straight into a dangerous mission with none of his memories intact, a man must escape death while trying to figure out who he is, how he ended up here, and who is the mysterious voice in his ear calling him "Carter"?
This is a hot mess. A major subplot storyline goes NOWHERE, it's all the action in the world (the "Crank" series is shaking their head, thinking, "WTF you doing?" Even Michael Bay was thinking, "Dude...too far"). Add to that, a lot of blood and gore, and MTV-editing that suffers from ADHD, Parkinson's, and a heavy cocaine problem. It's just too much. It's seizure-inducing. The actual plotline is really good, involving S Korea, N Korea, the US, and a disastrous disease. However, other than that, ugh.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Caravan Of Courage: An Ewok Adventure (DIS+; it does have alternate titles depending on the release/original airing)
Wicket the Ewok and his friends agree to help two shipwrecked human children, Mace and Cindel, on a quest to find their parents.
An article caught my eye wondering why in the hell they would bring this movie back (TV movie from just after "Return Of The Jedi"). I had to check it out, due to morbid curiosity. It wasn't the most horrible movie I've seen, but it was pretty f*ing bad. To relate, it wasn't a prime rib cooked to well-done, it was just cooked to medium-well. 😉
And there IS a sequel. I can't stomach that one tonight, that would be too much sh*ttiness, but I might dare to watch in the future, just because. I would say it can't be worse, can it? But I fear it can.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Caravan Of Courage: An Ewok Adventure (DIS+; it does have alternate titles depending on the release/original airing)
Wicket the Ewok and his friends agree to help two shipwrecked human children, Mace and Cindel, on a quest to find their parents.An article caught my eye wondering why in the hell they would bring this movie back (TV movie from just after “Return Of The Jedi”). I had to check it out, due to morbid curiosity. It wasn’t the most horrible movie I’ve seen, but it was pretty f*ing bad. To relate, it wasn’t a prime rib cooked to well-done, it was just cooked to medium-well. 😉
And there IS a sequel. I can’t stomach that one tonight, that would be too much sh*ttiness, but I might dare to watch in the future, just because. I would say it can’t be worse, can it? But I fear it can.
My 4 year old is in the phase where he's always looking for something new on Disney+ and he's fascinated by Star Wars right now. As a result we've had to watch some atrocious Star Wars animated content. The Star Wars Christmas special was terrible and there's some new-ish Lego episode feature Poe, Rey, and Finn that might be even worse. Thank goodness he's 4 and he got bored with them relatively fast because I wanted to poke my eyes out.
'Hockeyland' documentary debuting in Minnesota movie theaters
Dubbed the "Friday Night Lights" of hockey, a documentary featuring northern Minnesota high school hockey teams will debut in theaters in September.
"Hockeyland" follows the rivalry of Hermantown and Eveleth-Gilbert, two of the historic hockey powers roaming Minnesota's Northland each winter before often busing down Interstate 35 to St. Paul for the renowned boys' state hockey tournament.
The trailer for Hockeyland dropped earlier this month
Wild Card (Netflix Streaming):
When a Las Vegas bodyguard with lethal skills and a gambling problem gets in trouble with the mob, he has one last play...and it's all or nothing.
While it stars Jason Statham, it's really not a pure action movie. Sure, there are some intense fight scenes, but it's more dialogue, and I dare say a touch of "noir," and a more than a dash of character study. However, it's not the greatest writing, some real cheese in there. Overall, it was decent, worth 100 minutes of your time.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
If all you had posted was the first paragraph I would have guessed Liam Neeson was the star. ?
We Die Young (Netflix Streaming):
Lucas, a 14-year-old boy inducted into the gang life in Washington, D.C., is determined that his 10-year-old brother won't follow the same path. When an Afghanistan war veteran comes into the neighborhood, an opportunity arises.
It had Jean-Claude Van Damme in it, but I took a chance, anyway. I was more than impressed with his performance. Spoiler alert, he doesn't say a single thing in the whole movie, and he isn't the super-kick-arse action hero either. It was very well done. The gang in question is the Latinx (specifically El Savador) MS-13, notorious for their violence. The movie real purpose is to provide a window into the life in DC and the gang, much like The Godfather and Goodfellas (Italian), Eastern Promises (Russian). That sort of thing.
Given the results versus my expectations, I'd recommend this one.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Rube – if you liked that I would recommend (for some similar reasons but also some quite different) the movie Lion. I don’t know if it’s on Netflix or not anymore but it was tremendous.
Lion (Netflix disc):
A five-year-old Indian boy is adopted by an Australian couple after getting lost hundreds of kilometers from home. 25 years later, he sets out to find his lost family.
"Some quite different"?! This is the exact OPPOSITE of presentation (ok, yeah, where you came from stuff, sure). That being said, damn good movie. All actors were on point, I can't even begin to imagine the massive pendulum swings of emotions at the end, going through a journey like that. Highly recommend.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Recurrence (aka Pipa) (Netflix Streaming subtitled):
Years after moving to a remote town, ex-cop Pipa is pulled back into the dark world she thought she'd left behind when a corpse appears on her property.
Kind of a mess of a movie for the first half, kind of came together at the end. There were a lot of jumps at the beginning, as if you seemed to have missed something (you didn't, trust me on this). It could have been presented in a better way. Also, out of nowhere, some sort of Indigenous vs locals fight (not literal fight) becomes part of the story, although it really doesn't have to do much with the story. It's ok, I suppose, but it's a long 2 hours.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Term Life (Netflix streaming):
A guy wanted around town by various hitmen hopes to stay alive long enough for his life insurance policy to kick in and pay out for his estranged daughter.
Basically, he's a heist planner; sells the plan to the people actually doing the heist, for a fee, obviously. One goes wrong, and all hell breaks loose.
It's...passable, I guess. Vince Vaughn plays the main character, and isn't the loose verbal cannon like he has been in the past. Of course, Jon Favreau has a part, just because (I honestly am a huge fan of his, but his good name isn't necessarily needed in this movie; anyone could have played his character, and I do mean anyone).
90 minutes long, worth a look. I don't think you will be disappointed, but you certainly won't be blown away.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
The Courier (Netflix disc):
Businessman Greville Wynne is asked by a Russian source to try to help put an end to the Cuban Missile Crisis.
Based on a true story, and given the material I've read, they came as close to truth as possible, since there is still some classified info/misinformation out there. I thought it was well-done, and showed not only the success of the mission, but the failures of it, as well.
I'd recommend it, if you're into history and the spy genre.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
The Courier (Netflix disc):
Businessman Greville Wynne is asked by a Russian source to try to help put an end to the Cuban Missile Crisis.Based on a true story, and given the material I've read, they came as close to truth as possible, since there is still some classified info/misinformation out there. I thought it was well-done, and showed not only the success of the mission, but the failures of it, as well.
I'd recommend it, if you're into history and the spy genre.
I'd agree on all parts - their attempt to remain true to the story, and how well it was presented on film. Plus I'm a sucker for Benedict.
The human side of Cumberbatch's character really shone. The dilemma he had with not telling his family, "I'm just a nobody, so why me," etc.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
SWAT: Under Siege (Netflix streaming)
A SWAT compound comes under fire from an international terrorist who relentlessly and violently pursues a mystery man who was apprehended by Seattle SWAT after a raid went horribly wrong.
A good ol' COP DRAMA ACTION movie, with obvious twists, and things like the necessary hot-girl fight, and the boss showdown. I can say it wasn't a waste of time, it did pass the time very effectively. I looked into it due to Michael Jai White (Black Dynamite; AWESOME movie). He didn't disappoint. Other than that, proceed at your own risk in tastes for movies.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
The trailer for Winnie the Pooh:Blood & Honey is wild. I find the idea of public domain characters interesting. There is a so much content being created now that I think we could see some off the wall ideas. Sherlock Holmes as a serial killer or a Dr.Jekyll/Mr Hyde RomCom? Paul Bunyan, Moby Dick and Wizard of Oz are all public domain…go crazy.
The trailer for Winnie the Pooh:Blood & Honey is wild. I find the idea of public domain characters interesting. There is a so much content being created now that I think we could see some off the wall ideas. Sherlock Holmes as a serial killer or a Dr.Jekyll/Mr Hyde RomCom? Paul Bunyan, Moby Dick and Wizard of Oz are all public domain…go crazy.
Isn't that the premise of Dexter (or similar)?
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
@the-rube that’s true but set in current times.
These 2 are set a little apart time wise but how about if Ebenezer Scrooge was Jack the Ripper? Both are public domain. The possibilities are endless.
@the-rube that’s true but set in current times.
These 2 are set a little apart time wise but how about if Ebenezer Scrooge was Jack the Ripper? Both are public domain. The possibilities are endless.
I get it, but let's try and be more original. *shrug*
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Collateral (Netflix streaming, rewatch for about 5-6x)
A cab driver finds himself the hostage of an engaging contract killer as he makes his rounds from hit to hit during one night in Los Angeles.
I dare say this is Cruise's best movie. He's not some hotshot badass (Top Gun) nor is he some rookie underdog (A Few Good Men). He's just a guy doing his job, and is COLD. So cold. Just numbers in a ledger. Jamie Foxx does very well, and his character is as simple as he is complex, if that makes sense.
Mark Ruffalo has a small part, as does Jada Pinkett-Smith, whom I both like as actors.
I would say this is a must-watch for any movie-goer.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
24 Hours To Live (Netflix streaming):
An assassin seeks redemption after being given a second chance (albeit for 24 hours) at life.
Ethan Hawke stars, so yeah, that's my in. Decent action movie, nice little twist on the redemption storyline, although it does fall apart a bit when the bad guys don't realize, "hey, we can wait it out. We know the timeline."
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Saw Hockeyland last night. Good if low budget doc on MN HS Hockey. Follows Evelith-Gilbert and Hermantown during 2020 season. Only true hockey fans will get this film as very little background is provided.
What have I got? I got no snacks and I got no respect.
Travis-age 6
Saw Hockeyland last night. Good if low budget doc on MN HS Hockey. Follows Evelith-Gilbert and Hermantown during 2020 season. Only true hockey fans will get this film as very little background is provided.
Does it include Hermantown recruiting visits?
“When your best friend is the son of God, you get tired of losing every argument.”
― Christopher Moore, Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal
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@greyeagle we see Mike Guenzel and a few other recruiters. Biondi was a senior that year, he’s certainly a focus.
What have I got? I got no snacks and I got no respect.
Travis-age 6
@greyeagle we see Mike Guenzel and a few other recruiters. Biondi was a senior that year, he’s certainly a focus.
But did the filmmakers follow the Hermantown coaches while they were on the recruiting trail?
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“When your best friend is the son of God, you get tired of losing every argument.”
― Christopher Moore, Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal
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No. It was an okay film but they really avoiding any smack of controversy. Except for a brief throw away sentence at the very beginning, there also wasn’t much todo about the fact that it was Eveliths last year, they joined with another school the next year and the Golden Bears were no more.
I liked it because it was hockey, but honestly it’s not very good. Pretty bare bones film making. The best aspect is the locker room scenes, those are raw and captivating. Language is not held back, by either coaches or players. Nor is frustration or tears. There’s a scene towards the end when one team is wracked with the flu. Watching one player puke and others sit there sweating and sick and STILL going out for the next period is a lesson in being a team.
What have I got? I got no snacks and I got no respect.
Travis-age 6
News Of The World (Netflix streaming)
A Civil War veteran agrees to deliver a girl, taken by the Kiowa people years ago, to her aunt and uncle, against her will. They travel hundreds of miles and face grave dangers as they search for a place that either can call home.
Starts Tom Hanks, so duh, I'm going to watch it. It was okay. Fish out of water, hardships, bonding, some social commentary (for the times), etc. Entertaining enough, but didn't blow me away. Predictable ending, which really sucks in movies like these. That journey to get there needs to be exponentially better to make up for said ending.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Morbius (Netflix streaming):
Biochemist Michael Morbius tries to cure himself of a rare blood disease, but he inadvertently infects himself with a form of vampirism instead.
This was ONE comic I actually got into back in the day, bought it from Issue #1 (and actually sold what I had last year to a comic book aficionado buddy of mine). This movie is a hot mess. I had not heard good things and had to see if what was said is true. It is. What really sets this movie apart from other complete trash is the overuse of extended CGI (and I am not talking stunts, or standard special effects). Hey, guys? Bullet-time was so 20 years ago, and I don't need to see (literal) trails of your actions like I'm tripping balls.
Don't even bother with this one.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
The Marksman (Netflix Disc):
A rancher on the Arizona border becomes the unlikely defender of a young Mexican boy desperately fleeing the cartel assassins who've pursued him into the U.S.
It's Clint Eastwood, I mean Liam Neeson, in a cross between Gran Torino and The Mule (minus the racism). A vast majority of the movie is meh, worth a watch, but nothing special. The ending is pretty solid, though, I'll give it that. Good time killer, nothing more.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Facing Nolan (Netflix streaming)
Documentary on Nolan Ryan's career.
Loved it. Great doc. GOAT. Period. You can't make this career up. He has blown away so many records, many will NEVER be broken, due to analytics. IIRC, it is Walter Johnson's record of 30 wins in a season was the untouchable, along with Cal Jr's Ironman streak. I think Walt's record COULD be broken nowadays. (Come in for an inning, get the win). Nolan's no-hitters? Strikeout record (Randy Johnson is 2nd, over 1000 K's behind)? Nope.
And sad, but interesting note: Nolan NEVER won a Cy Young. Ever.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Thanks for posting. I’ll have to check this out.