Movies Discussion Thread V1: Ratings and Opinions

[Ethan_Hunt]

Easy mr hunt. i had mentioned in the beginning only(i think in my initial posts in this thread) that i was away from movies for a long time.and i only used to watch very few movies.
therefore it is obvious that i have missed many.
now also i dont watch much but whatever i watch i make sure that its a bit different than others or if it seems different then only i watch.

anyways Let me watch batman begins then i will get back to you all.

I didn't mean that in an offensive way at all. So don't take it the wrong way. I know I should have used a smiley in there. Anyway, what I meant was, it would have been better if you would have followed the order in which Nolan made the Batman and it's sequel. That really compliments the experience. Batman Begins actually shows the true birth of Batman as a crime fighting hero and explores deep down into his past as well. The Dark Knight was a mature extension of this movie. If you hated Bale's voice in The Dark Knight, then Batman Begins will have a little consolation for you. He hasn't used an extremely bassy voice as opposed to Dark Knight.

My advice is to pick it up in HD is possible. That would really propel your experience.

 

[rhitwick]

@quan chi, dude...chill.
We can't force u to watch anything or to change ur taste for movies.

I just figured from ur comments that, if u hated Dark Knight for those reasons, u may dislike a similar movie too (a calculated guess )

Chill man, watch anything u want.
Its just, we kinda have a Dark Knight (and Nolan) fanbase here ;-

 

[quan chi]

I didn't mean that in an offensive way at all. So don't take it the wrong way.

Ethan. man should you explain that to me. yes i understand you.
we are chatting for years now i guess! had i ever taken your suggestions the wrong way.

I know I should have used a smiley in there. Anyway, what I meant was, it would have been better if you would have followed the order in which Nolan made the Batman and it's sequel. That really compliments the experience. Batman Begins actually shows the true birth of Batman as a crime fighting hero and explores deep down into his past as well. The Dark Knight was a mature extension of this movie. If you hated Bale's voice in The Dark Knight, then Batman Begins will have a little consolation for you. He hasn't used an extremely bassy voice as opposed to Dark Knight.

My advice is to pick it up in HD is possible. That would really propel your experience.

i am doing that only. will get back after watching it.

@quan chi, dude...chill.
We can't force u to watch anything or to change ur taste for movies.

I just figured from ur comments that, if u hated Dark Knight for those reasons, u may dislike a similar movie too (a calculated guess )

Chill man, watch anything u want.
Its just, we kinda have a Dark Knight (and Nolan) fanbase here ;-

yeah i can understand.lol
i also like his movies.
actually after watching his 'distinguished' type of movies i expected something different here too.which is there but not in complete.According to me.
thats what i wanted to convey.

anyways guys lol .That message is for everyone as mentioned there. as an example so that people does not misunderstand each other which may lead to chaos!!

 

[esumitkumar]

Hangover 7.9/10

Yes. Its not more than that.
The way it was advertised I expected to be a laugh riot, but it sure lacks in its punches (IMO).

Some scenes are really appreciatable (as the starting scene when all 3 of them woke up in the morning and a few others)
Yes the concept for such scenes are shocking and laughable but as I said earlier, when u settle down the shock as expect something over-the-top explanation for them is not satisfiable.
Yes, its good enough to laugh but not ROFL.

In this movie u are expected to laugh in every shock, but handling such shocks (or shocking situations are not well executed)

Acting is superb for everyone, specially the guy as "Allan". He's just half the reason you should watch this movie.

Good laugh after a long time without any gross/sex jokes.
But high expectation killed my fun.

+1 ..same with me buddy..high expectation killed my fun ..i was thinking of some high drama suspense revelation par


my rating

The Hangover - 6/10


SPOILER AHEAD












s**la woh to chatt (roof) pe pada tha .ewwwwwwwww

 

[ratedrsuperstar]

^but u rated it more than its worthy

 

[quan chi]

thank you guys for referring to Batman Begins.

Now all those things which i expected from The dark knight which i was unable to explain you all properly.Can now be explained i think

This is the real batman movie i wanted.The movie is almost perfect.This is the batman i have known from the comics to the animated series.In fact the movie tends more towards the comics and that too in an amazing way.

and hey! yes i didnt found the bat mask misfit and the bat voice unpleasant in this one.(thanks for the info ethan)

Great cinematics, nice dialogues and actions.

it seems nolan tried his best on this one.he deserves an applause for this.

I think the dark knight could have been far better than this movie as nolan had put some of the finest batman villains in the dark knight.but...well dont worry i wont go again on that one.

anyways all in all i loved this movie.

btw batman and robin feels like kiddish in front of this movie.

i can rate it 8.7/10.

 

[Anorion]

Gotham in Batman Forever was much better than the Gotham shown in the Dark Knight. The movie was more comicky. Dark Knight took itself too srsly.

 

[rhitwick]

Saat Po Lang 8/10

Thanx Sam for mentioning it. Its a pleasure to watch Donnie Yen fight.

I had this with me for a long time, watched a few scenes from it and got confused it with "Flash Point". As I've already watched Flash Point, I skipped it thinking it might be that movie.
Both the movies are quite bit same if watched bits and pieces of them.


But, today I tried it.
O man, wat a movie. Very strong story, seriously, after Ip Man, I found this is more a good story based movie of Donnie Yen. Obviously better than Flash Point and Dragon Tiger Gate.
Very complex and twisted story line. And acting of both the leading men are commendable.
Though fight scenes are less they compensate when they are there. Its a bit brutal for such movies, specially a few killing scenes, normal viewers may not digest it. And, I think, this brutality gives the vengeance a new level. Story is a bit in line with "Sympathy for Mr. vengeance" but not that intelligent. Few scenes raise strong emotions.

Only complains are, less fight scenes. Come on, its Donnie Yen I can demand him fighting more than he talks.
In a few scenes the movie tried to be arty, symbolic, which just, simply failed. Not at all required. They just increased the length but did not add anything.

//How about his other works? Anything mentionable?

 

[Ethan_Hunt]

Gotham in Batman Forever was much better than the Gotham shown in the Dark Knight. The movie was more comicky. Dark Knight took itself too srsly.

To be honest, I enjoyed Batman Forever. It was my best Batman movie before Batman Begins. I know it's tagged as the worst Batman movie and Joel Schumacher had received so much flak for making it. But there was something very compelling about the characters in this film, especially the role of Edward Nigma, well acted by Jim Carey. The Dark Knight didn't focus more on the actual Gotham City, but rather more on Joker. Whereas in Batman Begins, they have properly portrayed the crime infested Gotham city. Now I only wish Nolan does something for the Arkham Asylum. It could work wonder like the game did.

 

[ratedrsuperstar]

Ikigami Vol.1 3.5/5

While the direction,casting,score,soundtrack and maybe acting may really standout; the central plot and the different stories seem a little filmy even though they're done quite well.I understand that this is going to end up into atleast 3 volumes but mid-way through the movie you end up wanting for the next big event in the story.A good watch and a good reco

 

[hot zubs]

Ikigami - 4/5

its an awesome movie guys, it totally shows d real meaning of life and how important our family, friends and society r in our life... my heart was totally filled with tears... its totally a new story, and d director has done some really gud job...
thnx a lot Xmen360 for getting this movie into light...

Ishqiya - 2/5

jus a time pass movie... but d dialogues r really amazing... watch it only if u r really a bollywood movie buff n for d dialogues in d movie...

 

[ratedrsuperstar]

ohh lol,been some time i've watched Ishqiya forgot to rate it.

Rating : 2.25/5

Average film overall but a good bollywood film.almost seems like a scrapped old film with modern dialogues.The casting was horribly wrong with the male actors.The acting didnt help much.Everything else is just average

 

[Ethan_Hunt]

The Bachelor - Decent afternoon comedy/romantic movie. The concept was good, although not so original.

Brewster's Millions - Another 80's classic comedy flick. The story line was pretty interesting for this movie.

Law Abiding Citizen - I enjoyed this movie. Fast, slick and good performances.

 

[quan chi]

Batman forever
never watched this movie completely until today.
well for me the movie was quite funny. and it does have some loopholes.

but i feel that the movie was purposely made to be watched in a lighter mood.rest your brain and just enjoy the show.

i dont know if this movie was criticized or not but for me it was not that bad.

i would rate it 7/10.

 

[Krow]

Only posting this as a reminder:

Free screening of Satyajit Ray's movies will take place at Ray Film Festival 2010, held at Bhavan's College, Munshi Nagar, Andheri (West), Mumbai - 58.

23rd February: Pratidwandi
24th February: Goopi Gyne Bagha Byne

Time: 6.30pm - 9.30pm.

We will have Piyush Mishra (Gulaal lyrics, music composer and actor) coming to our college for an interactive session with the audience too.

If anyone interested, please do come. Free entry to all with valid photo ID card.

 

[ratedrsuperstar]

Piyush Mehra epic ftw

 

[XTerminator]

Piyush Mehra

no wonder u type blindly its mishra,ho

 

[eggman]

When is Shutter Island releasing in India?

 

[ratedrsuperstar]

^since it just got released there.it should be here in 2weeks.mixed reactions for it.stoked for it though

@xterminator_"09" oh yea good observation for a troll who wasnt supposed to make it to 2010

 

[Anorion]

@Ishqiya: The film was very well made, had great music, great acting, and a good script. The chars were well done too. Individually, these were as good as it gets... there was something missing from the movie though - I think the movie lacked a point, it was as if the director wanted to make a movie, but had nothing really to say.