Posts by lonescout2

Jack is an absolute legend.

He’s easily one of my all-time favorite actors. 🙂

When you're typing on a computer, there is absolutely no need to press the key.
It clearly presses itself.

Absolutely not.

In this country, when people pick up the phone, they don't just mumble a "hello"; they state their last name immediately.

I was under the impression that every single phone number in the States starts with 555.
Furthermore, I’ve gathered that Americans celebrate St. Patrick's Day every single day of the year.
It seems my observations suggest that all truly courageous individuals possess a level of attractiveness that is frankly staggering.
I also learned that if one wishes to pass off as a German soldier, the protocol is to master English while maintaining a heavy Austrian—or perhaps Bavarian—accent. (which is why 'allo allo' is the golden rule 🙂)
Finally, I have been led to believe that there is at least one Black officer in every police precinct across the USA, and in 99% of instances, he holds the rank of Chief.

Richard Howard2 said:6. Terminator 1 & 2 (By the way, does anyone know when these will finally hit DVD?)

Listen, since Terminator 3 is slated for release this year (hooray), 👋 there’s a decent chance they might bundle those first two onto DVD as well—at least, that’s my educated guess and what I'm rooting for.

If you’re currently in Washington, D.C., you should check out Savannah.

And honestly, I don't think it's too late for you to get help. My cousin went there for stuttering therapy when she was even older than you are now, and they made a significant impact on her progress.

Now, your situation might be a different beast entirely, but Savannah isn't exactly cheap, so it's worth seeing if the investment pays off.

That said, I know several people who struggle with pronouncing that specific letter, and personally, I find it quite charming.

On the other hand, I’m not a woman, so I can't speak to how they feel when someone is hitting on them, but my gut tells me it doesn't bother them much—at worst, it's a nuisance, but most likely, they'll just find it endearing. 🙂

So, there's really no reason to lose sleep over it. 👍

This *Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas* is absolute perfection.🙂

Joseph Barnes53, my friend, you didn't list five movies—you listed eight 😛, so I suppose I'll follow your lead.

1. Plan 9 from Outer Space
2. Every single Star Wars film
3. Das Boot
4. Citizen Kane
5. Monty Python: Life of Brian

If I actually took a moment to think, I could probably conjure up a much more sophisticated selection, but this is the only list currently surfacing in my mind. 🙂

redowl90 said:True, but the murder itself isn't the backbone of the plot; the detective work isn't even the point. It’s exactly what you pointed out: the portrayal of the American upper class just before its decline, examining the world of the wealthy versus their staff and comparing those two seemingly distinct spheres. The murder is merely a catalyst. In fact, the direction makes it feel almost irrelevant because the characters behave nearly identically after the crime as they did before it—with the sole exception of Lady Stockbridge, who is the only one with any actual feeling for the victim and completely loses her composure in her room following the event.

I'll concede that it offers a solid depiction of the American aristocracy.
That much is undeniable.

For a superior look at that era's American high society, look toward *Downton Abbey*—regardless of whether you consider it a comedy or a drama.

For an even better study of that social strata, turn to an Agatha Christie novel, which is widely cited as the inspiration for the film, even if the mystery remains secondary to the social commentary in her books.

So, I maintain my stance: there is nothing particularly groundbreaking here.

People have spent an eternity hyping this movie up as if it were some masterful adaptation of an Agatha Christie novel, claiming the plot is airtight and everything else under the sun.

The reality? There is no actual plot here. What you get instead is characterization—which, I will concede, is handled exceptionally well—but there are far too many characters to manage. Beyond that deep dive into personality, there isn't much else going on, aside from perhaps a cynical jab at the American upper class during its period of decline over sixty years ago. As for the detective "mystery," it only feels complex because the cast is bloated. If there were fewer players on the board, the culprit and their motive would be obvious instantly. Instead, the mystery remains murky even at the credits, not because the writing is intricate, but simply because it’s impossible to keep track of everyone.

I did find one clever touch, though: the way the American producer, who is only there to scout material for his next project, plays the role of a film producer. It’s a smart bit of meta-commentary.

On a scale of 1 to 5, I wouldn't give it a one, but I certainly wouldn't go higher than a three.

I caught a movie the other day, and I have to be blunt: it was a complete letdown.

I went in with certain expectations, but this film failed to deliver on every single one of them.

Honestly, I’m starting to think the only film actually deserving of an Oscar this year is that short animated film, "birds".

[ graniteangler10 said:"]Look, my take is that action sequences shouldn't be a punchline. 🙂 Seriously, when I watched this, half the theater was staring in stunned silence while the other half was absolutely cracking up.

That’s because people simply don't get it.

The way Yoda fights is exactly how I imagined it would look—the execution is spot on.

But honestly, I wasn't even focused on the lightsaber duel itself; I was more preoccupied with the way they utilized the Force earlier on 🙂

I feel compelled to weigh in because I disagree with several points here (though I’m aligned with most of them)

I won't get bogged down in the debate over the best or worst films, as I already addressed that in Taylor Cruz7's thread, but I suspect Memento wasn't actually released in 2002 (unless my memory is failing me)

"Overrated—highly subjective: Black Hawk Down, Scream, Whispers"
I would personally add Signs to that list

"Best ending—The Others"
I've seen it, and while it was unexpected, it feels like a trope that has been played out quite heavily over the last few years.
For me, the standout is SW: That moment where Palpatine just stands there watching the army march away, with Senator Bail Organa right by his side.

"A pleasant surprise"
Ice Age and Monsters, Inc.

"Best action scene"
Yoda vs. Count Dooku

"Worst dialogue—Scorpion King / Final Fantasy"
Well, you certainly found some cinematic disasters there.
You might be better off listing your personal favorite, Jay and Silent Bob (though, let's be honest, they're mostly just Jay's monologues)

"Sweetest creature this side of Pecos—Boo! (Monsters, Inc.)"
I'd go with the saber-toothed squirrel from Ice Age

"Feel-good film of the year—All or Nothing"
I'd nominate SW, but that's far too subjective, so I'll remain silent🙂

Nah, I have to say it: SW🙂

Happy New Year to all my fellow cinephiles🙂

I believe the film manages some bright spots; take, for instance, those scenes where they stop people to question them about the Blair Witch Project witch. Those individuals aren't actors—they're just random bystanders who likely didn't want to admit they had no clue about the legend, so they all ended up describing her in slightly different ways.

The trailer was also top-notch, and look, I'm not saying the movie is a total disaster, but for the most part, it's 🙂

There are only two films that have triggered a genuine, visceral physical reaction in me: Legend and Signs.
With the first one, I practically bolted out of the theater screaming, whereas the second one actually made me physically ill.

I suppose The Blair Witch Project belongs in a separate category, since I didn't get sick from that one—it was actually a friend of mine watching alongside me who ended up feeling terrible.

Come on, let's play some verbal ping-pong with the topic 😁

Cannibals 🙂

extrawurst.

Just look at 🙂

And why "extrawurst" instead of just regular sausage?
It’s like asking why we call someone a hunter instead of calling them "the prey."
Because, quite obviously, a sausage is made from the meat, not from the person doing the hunting. 😁

Hey everyone, thanks for all the input 🙂

I'm going to take a closer look at this 🙂

How does one actually identify if they are suffering from a specific phobia?

Furthermore, what are the standard treatment protocols—assuming a cure is even possible?

I am approaching this matter with absolute seriousness. If anyone can provide a link to a reputable resource or a clinical site that covers this in depth, I would greatly appreciate being informed...