New Mortal Kombat movie was super fun.
Not interested, but read two reviews today (Star Trib, and I forget where I saw the other). Star Trib one first, both are summarized/paraphrased.
1. This is not trying to get new fans. It gives current fans what they want, which is insane action and bloodshed. It succeeds in that. (favorable review overall)
2. This is a horrid movie, all it is, is one giant action scene with multiple fights, and probably the end of video game movies. Zero plot, zero intelligence, might as well just play the video game itself. (obviously non-favorable plot).
Feels like the second review 1) didn't do anything to figure out what Mortal Kombat was and 2) expected a Christopher Nolan deep thinking movie created out of a video game vicious fights to the death with superhumans and monsters from other realms.
If you read what review #1 said about it not trying to reach new fans then review #2 makes total sense. I have zero interest in this movie because it looks like hot garbage. Nothing personal about anyone that feels differently.
I guess to me it's like the new Kong/Godzilla movie. The fans wanted action, and that's what they got. As Beauner said about MK, some were hoping it'd be some cerebral Nolan super-twisty plot or something. Nope. Just a popcorn flick.
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.
New Mortal Kombat movie was super fun.
Agreed. I had a good time watching it. Not in the vein of Ingmar Bergman or Fritz Lang, nor is it meant to be. Recliner, beverage, snacks, good to go.
Miss Sloane (Netflix streaming):
In the high-stakes world of political power-brokers, Elizabeth Sloane is the most sought after and formidable lobbyist in D.C. But when taking on the most powerful opponent of her career, she finds winning may come at too high a price.
Given the rules of this board, I want to make a disclaimer that I am only discussing the movie at hand, as neutral as I can. /enddisclaimer
The main issue that Sloane is fighting for is a rather touchy one. How "the hill" works is much like what one has seen in the first 1-2 seasons of "House Of Cards." It's not pretty, it's not even glossed over. This is how politics work. Probably gonna piss ya off, no matter what side of the said issue is.
Jessica Chastain, whom I really like as an actress, plays her role perfectly. However, given some of her other roles in movies...I hope she doesn't get pigeon-holed into the buttoned-up-business-only character. She excels in that, no doubt, and she's in roles that are not that...but her best performances are in that sort of role.
Mark Strong, who most often plays supporting roles, is very good. He maximizes whatever he's given (and this isn't limited to this movie at all), and runs with it. Very underrated, overall.
I do recommend this movie, it's a solid drama.
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.
Did anyone watch the Oscars last night? Normally I will tune in an out but last night I totally tuned out and just followed announcements on Twitter.
Did anyone watch the Oscars last night? Normally I will tune in an out but last night I totally tuned out and just followed announcements on Twitter.
I watched sporadically. It was interesting in the sense that it was much more relaxed! I liked that. But the winners were pretty predictable, with the exception of Hopkins winning Best Actor. Chadwick was the solid predictable winner, the man was dying during the filming. But in all honesty, Hopkins role was better, acted deeply and emotionally, he deserved the award for truly being the best, not sentimental reasons.
Note: Due to inflation dirty deeds will no longer be done dirt cheap.
SLC Punk (re-watch, personal collection):
In the early 1980s Stevo and Heroin Bob are the only two dedicated punks in conservative Salt Lake City.
A fave movie of mine, although I can't say it's top 100 all time or anything. It's just a favorite. Hadn't watched it in about a decade, wanted to see if I still felt the same way about the movie, and I do.
Coming of age movie, clashing cultures, etc. Matthew Lillard is great, as usual, he was the perfect choice for the starring role as Stevo. I definitely identified with his overall attitude growing up, and of course by the end of the movie, I felt I was still identifying with his character.
Highly recommend, especially for all the rebels out there. 
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.
J Lo plays a veteran stripper
SOLD!
Just finished Tenet....wow
Also....I see Netflix now has a Danny Trejo movie called Dead Again in Tombstone?
Just finished Tenet....wow
I just finished it myself. In typical Christopher Nolan he has background music constantly. My TV didn’t like that and I could barely hear the dialogue. I turned on the subtitles after 5 minutes. That actually helped tremendously in terms of understanding what was going on and piecing it together.
I watched a couple of old ones the past few weeks.
Taxi Driver. I know it's considered a classic, and it was interesting to see a young Robert DeNiro, but I just didn't enjoy it much. Didn't seem to have much of a plot. Almost put me to sleep at times.
Amadeus. I liked this one quite a bit. I saw Rube had it as one of his favorite movies ever. I don't think it would even make my top 100 (some of the opera scenes dragged on way too long), but it was good. Would recommend.
I watched a couple of old ones the past few weeks.
Taxi Driver. I know it's considered a classic, and it was interesting to see a young Robert DeNiro, but I just didn't enjoy it much. Didn't seem to have much of a plot. Almost put me to sleep at times.
Amadeus. I liked this one quite a bit. I saw Rube had it as one of his favorite movies ever. I don't think it would even make my top 100 (some of the opera scenes dragged on way too long), but it was good. Would recommend.
Taxi Driver is worth seeing, but wasn't anywhere a favorite of mine.
Amadeus: Understandable. I really dislike that genre of music. REALLY dislike. The acting is so gol darn good, the directing, etc. That's why it's one of my favorites.I do prefer the director's cut, of course. Although, you'd probably dislike the move even more b/c it's longer. 
Green Zone (Netflix streaming):
Discovering covert and faulty intelligence causes a U.S. Army officer to go rogue as he hunts for Weapons of Mass Destruction in an unstable region.
War, conspiracy, action, politics. Had Matt Damon and Greg Kinnear, so why not? It was a'ight. Worth the 2 hours or so.
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.
Should add: Taxi Driver is a character movie. Also see, Joker. It's not the story that is the centerpiece, it's the main character's psyche.
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.
Dead Again In Tombstone:
Guerrero returns from the dead once more to protect a stolen relic from getting into the hands of a gang of soldiers, which will ultimately cause hell upon earth.
B-movie, it was obvious going into it, but hey, Danny Trejo. I needed something mindless tonight, and I got it. Inconsistent dialogue, people appearing/disappearing in the same scene (or completely changing positions as to where they were), storyline gaps (not plot holes, although there were plenty of those).
A shoot 'em up supernatural western involving a deal with the Devil. Got all that? Have fun with it. It's a very long 100 minute movie.
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.
Memphis Belle (Tubi). Yeah, some of the special effects are cringeworthy (not sure CGI even existed in 1990?), but it's a fun, underrated, and very enjoyable movie. Worth seeing for those awesome WWII B-17 bombers alone.
Memphis Belle (Tubi). Yeah, some of the special effects are cringeworthy (not sure CGI even existed in 1990?), but it's a fun, underrated, and very enjoyable movie. Worth seeing for those awesome WWII B-17 bombers alone.
One of my favorites!
Just finished Tenet....wow
That....was a LOT to process. I understood it throughout, BUT at times it took me a minute or two to do so. It was Looper, Back To The Future, Inception, and The Matrix all in one (time travel and very different ways of thinking and seeing what reality actually is). Need to be on your A Game to process a movie like this, and it's well worth it. Outstanding movie.
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.
Also....I see Netflix now has a Danny Trejo movie called Dead Again in Tombstone?
I missed this post before. I have a review a few posts earlier.
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.
Just finished Tenet....wow
That....was a LOT to process. I understood it throughout, BUT at times it took me a minute or two to do so. It was Looper, Back To The Future, Inception, and The Matrix all in one (time travel and very different ways of thinking and seeing what reality actually is). Need to be on your A Game to process a movie like this, and it's well worth it. Outstanding movie.
I was worn out when I finished it.
Just finished Tenet....wow
That....was a LOT to process. I understood it throughout, BUT at times it took me a minute or two to do so. It was Looper, Back To The Future, Inception, and The Matrix all in one (time travel and very different ways of thinking and seeing what reality actually is). Need to be on your A Game to process a movie like this, and it's well worth it. Outstanding movie.
I was worn out when I finished it.
I agree. I have had it for about a week (Netflix disc) and due to a long work week, never was in the right frame of mind to take it on. I was tonight, and I still will re-watch it to catch some details. I did catch a couple on the first run, but man...
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 Mauritanian. Jodie Foster plays a defense attorney that takes the case of a Gitmo prisoner accused of recruiting key 9/11 participants - from true story story. First movie I've seen that dug deep into some of went on at the prison. Great performances all around from including Benedict Cumberbatch, Tahar Rahim who played the lead role, and Foster's best work in years.
Our family did our annual watch of The Impossible. We were in the south of Thailand when the tsunami hit and 2 of the 3 spots we considered to travel to were obliterated. We were lucky to come out unscathed.
So our personal connection coupled with my own experiences as a parent made for a very powerful experience. On top of that knowing this will likely be the last time we watch this together as a family (before my eldest heads to college in the fall) hit me pretty hard.
Framing John DeLorean:
Who was the real John DeLorean? To some, he was a renegade visionary who revolutionized the automobile industry. To others, he was the ultimate con man.
Decent documentary. I could have done without the re-enactments, overall, which are interspersed with the actual footage, although you get an insight of what actors strive for (Alec Baldwin plays John D) in studying a character. I kind of wish they told what happened in the life of his son and daughter. The daughter seems to be doing well, while the son seems to be scraping by (as noted by a tour of his apt during filming of the doc).
IMO, it was a genius concept car, I still love the looks of it, given the era, and the fact that the car theoretically could live forever, given it never would rust...but bad business decisions ruined it, of course.
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.
Monster (not the Charlize one; Netflix streaming):
A smart, likeable, 17-year-old film student from Harlem sees his world turned upside down when he's charged with a murder. We follow his dramatic journey through a complex legal battle.
A very well-presented movie about a young man's trial over having a part in a robbery, that ended up in a murder. Told from the point of view from the main character, in other words, lots of voice-over. It was honest, at times raw, touching, and made you think a little. It shows how the legal system really is, the emotions and facts and presentation of a court case. Slight hint to how people read cases in the news (they don't always hear all the testimony, or how it's told).
Definitely recommend, it wasn't overly dramatic, the ending is predictable, but not necessarily in a Hollywood fashion. There is an aftermath/are side effects that are shown throughout the movie. Things that one might not think about.
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 12th Man (Netflix streaming):
They were 12 saboteurs. The Nazis killed 11 of them. This is the true story of the one that got away.
Norwegian movie, subtitled.
Just over two hours, and it's a slow, VERY intense, movie. What this guy went through, Jesus. Sit back, strap in, and maybe have a drink to loosen up, the movie is that tense. Very well done, including some of the scenes where it shows what Jan (main character) goes through mentally. I cannot see how someone comes out stable after an ordeal such as this.
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.
Serpico (HBO Max):
Yes, I finally watched this nearly 50 year old movie. Loved it.
The only nitpick is that it had the 70s grit style of the era, very obviously dated in that aspect. BUT, that's an admitted nitpick. Pacino was perfecting the Pacino Yell at this point, you can tell.
Good story, and very blunt. "It's just how the system works."
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.
Honest Thief (Amazon Prime Video)
A completely forgettable Liam Neeson movie where he plays a bank robber who meets the love of his life and wants to give back all of the money he has stolen so he can live with her happily ever after. Two dirty cops ruin his plans.
I can't recommend as it wasn't even the least bit entertaining. Most of his other action movies are at least somewhat entertaining.
Treasure Of The Sierra Madre (HBO Max):
Two Americans searching for work in Mexico convince an old prospector to help them mine for gold in the Sierra Madre Mountains.
This has been on my list for quite a while, if only for the infamous "badges" quote. Solid movie, throughout. It has partnership, betrayal, karma, everything. Definitely 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.
The 12th Man (Netflix streaming):
They were 12 saboteurs. The Nazis killed 11 of them. This is the true story of the one that got away.
Can't find this one and yes I have full streaming.
Huh. I just looked it up again on Netflix and it pops right up.
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.
Treasure Of The Sierra Madre (HBO Max):
Two Americans searching for work in Mexico convince an old prospector to help them mine for gold in the Sierra Madre Mountains.
This has been on my list for quite a while, if only for the infamous "badges" quote. Solid movie, throughout. It has partnership, betrayal, karma, everything. Definitely recommend.
I LOVE this film! It’s held up in all aspects. Have you seen Double Indemnity? Another good one.
Note: Due to inflation dirty deeds will no longer be done dirt cheap.
Treasure Of The Sierra Madre (HBO Max):
Two Americans searching for work in Mexico convince an old prospector to help them mine for gold in the Sierra Madre Mountains.
This has been on my list for quite a while, if only for the infamous "badges" quote. Solid movie, throughout. It has partnership, betrayal, karma, everything. Definitely recommend.
I LOVE this film! It’s held up in all aspects. Have you seen Double Indemnity? Another good one.
"Double Indemnity" is epic. Fred MacMurray has some of the most awesome lines in cinema history in that one. Just classic.
Treasure Of The Sierra Madre (HBO Max):
Two Americans searching for work in Mexico convince an old prospector to help them mine for gold in the Sierra Madre Mountains.
This has been on my list for quite a while, if only for the infamous "badges" quote. Solid movie, throughout. It has partnership, betrayal, karma, everything. Definitely recommend.
I LOVE this film! It’s held up in all aspects. Have you seen Double Indemnity? Another good one.
On the list. This sounds odd, but I'm kind of glad the pandemic halted filming for a while, so I can watch all these older ones that are in 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.
Huh. I just looked it up again on Netflix and it pops right up.
Might be due to my region.
RIP Charles Grodin. His performance in Midnight Run was just the best.
RIP Charles Grodin. His performance in Midnight Run was just the best.
His appearances on Letterman are legendary.
Treasure Of The Sierra Madre (HBO Max):
Two Americans searching for work in Mexico convince an old prospector to help them mine for gold in the Sierra Madre Mountains.
This has been on my list for quite a while, if only for the infamous "badges" quote. Solid movie, throughout. It has partnership, betrayal, karma, everything. Definitely recommend.
I LOVE this film! It’s held up in all aspects. Have you seen Double Indemnity? Another good one.
What do you think about the movie Laura starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews?
Treasure Of The Sierra Madre (HBO Max):
Two Americans searching for work in Mexico convince an old prospector to help them mine for gold in the Sierra Madre Mountains.
This has been on my list for quite a while, if only for the infamous "badges" quote. Solid movie, throughout. It has partnership, betrayal, karma, everything. Definitely recommend.
I LOVE this film! It’s held up in all aspects. Have you seen Double Indemnity? Another good one.
What do you think about the movie Laura starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews?
I tend to gravitate towards noir, Laura isn’t my top choice but it’s a very good example of the style. I adore Double Indemnity and The Big Sleep is another fav.
Note: Due to inflation dirty deeds will no longer be done dirt cheap.
RIP Charles Grodin. His performance in Midnight Run was just the best.
I liked him best in Dave as Murray Blum :good2:
Woman In The Window (2021, Netflix Streaming):
An agoraphobic woman living alone in New York begins spying on her new neighbors, only to witness a disturbing act of violence.
All the players were good in this, unfortunately, too many random "little things" throughout the buildup give away the ending. Things like, "Huh, you've got mold up there." Why is that even part of the dialogue, unless...duh, That'll be a key piece of information to know later on! Whee. Started off as a potentially solid twisty movie, and thump. There there it is. That's the ending. Hope that last 20 minutes or so weren't too obvious for ya.
I'd recommend it for the acting, but not the story.
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.
Under Siege (Netflix Streaming):
An ex-Navy Seal turned cook is the only person who can stop a group of terrorists when they seize control of a U.S. battleship.
Steven Seagal, Gary Busey, Tommy Lee Jones. Need I say more? I've seen this dozens of times, and I can't say it's in the HOF of "so bad it's good" movies, it's still in the discussion of the greats of that type of movie. Mindless action, cheesy one-liners, and huh, all of a sudden a Playboy Playmate can operate a weapon like it's nothing (don't even ask).
If you want to kill 100 minutes and not feel guilty about it, this movie is up your alley.
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.
Some of my favorite noir films (well, what I feel is noir anyway), in no particular order
The Stranger (1946)
The Prowler (1950)
Gun Crazy (1950)
The Maltese Falcon (1941)
Double Indemnity (1944)
They Live by Night (1949)
The Night of the Hunter (1955)
Act of Violence (1949)
In a Lonely Place (1950)
Shadow of a Doubt (1943)
Another Round (Netflix disc, Danish movie, so subtitles):
Four high school teachers consume alcohol on a daily basis to see how it affects their social and professional lives.
Great movie. Drama, comedy, and way too close to a real life introspective. Really reminded me of the people who hated "American Beauty" because it was too close to real life (heck, for that matter, Joker). It didn't hold back on the effects on the teachers' lives, nor their emotions. It was touching, and also raw, at times. 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.
New movie/documentary out about Baron Von Raschke. One of my favorite wrestlers from the AWA days. I will need to see this.
New movie/documentary out about Baron Von Raschke. One of my favorite wrestlers from the AWA days. I will need to see this.
Dat is all da peoples need to know!
“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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New movie/documentary out about Baron Von Raschke. One of my favorite wrestlers from the AWA days. I will need to see this.
Dat is all da peoples need to know!
He crushes coconuts with his bare hands!
New movie/documentary out about Baron Von Raschke. One of my favorite wrestlers from the AWA days. I will need to see this.
I hope it hits a streaming platform/Netflix at some point. I'd be interested in it.
Those Who Wish Me Dead (HBO Max):
A teenage murder witness finds himself pursued by twin assassins in the Montana wilderness with a survival expert tasked with protecting him -- and a forest fire threatening to consume them all.
Blech. Bad acting, bad story, so many character flaws (such as detailed, highly trained assassins somehow not noticing or knowing an accomplice to the target they are after is 6 months, and noticeably, pregnant)...Don't bother. Waste of 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.
The Photographer of Mauthausen. Based on the real story of a photographer trying to preserve evidence of the horrors committed inside a Nazi concentration camp. I'm going to borrow some review commentary because I think they do a better job than I could trying to describe how wonderful of a film this is.
Set in a concentration camp, the film balances Hitchcock-like suspense with stark illustrations that some horrors cannot, and will not, be trivialized.
The Photographer of Mauthausen's major achievement lies in documenting a period in Spanish history that’s received shorter shrift.
Mar Targarona's suspenseful, unrelentingly graphic depiction of the horrors of absolute evil juxtaposed with hope, purpose, and compassion is both searing and heartening.
Sabotage (Netflix streaming)
A 2014 Arnold movie. Here is the description from IMDB
"Members of an elite DEA task force find themselves being taken down one by one after they rob a drug cartel safe house."
The first two thirds was entertaining (and quite violent and gory). The movies falls apart in the last third. Was expecting more of a twist or more believable of an ending. There was neither.