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Grace Cruz4 said:Honestly, this is going to blow the original out of the water, because let’s be real—that first version was absolute garbage.
I mean, even Arnold himself has gone on record saying it was the worst movie he ever did—he basically wishes he could turn back the clock just so he could avoid taking the role in the first place... 😂
I mean, I’m cool with Amber so far, but hey—we’ll just have to wait and see how things play out...
Joshua Wright91 said:Liam Neeson once mentioned that his biggest lessons actually came from listening to Ian Paisley’s sermons on Christianity in a Protestant church. It was a bit of classic Irish sarcasm, though, considering Paisley is a notorious Northern Irish loyalist who can't stand anyone Catholic—and Neeson is a devout Catholic 🙂
I just finished watching Unknown, and honestly? I think the movie would have been a total wash if someone else had taken the lead. He’s such a phenomenal actor; he brings this unique energy that just anchors the whole thing. My absolute favorite performance of his has to be in Rob Roy.
So true... plus he has that one-of-a-kind vocal tone 🙏🙏
placidorca31 said:The absolute worst—and I mean truly soul-crushing—is when you pretend you’ve actually seen a movie just to fit in, then they start describing some specific scene in detail, and you're just standing there nodding along like a bobblehead, going "Oh yeah, totally!" while having zero clue what they're talking about.
Honestly, what a killer topic to kick things off with...
Frank Lampard pretty much hit the nail on the head 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Jeremy Jones said:When that guy with the glasses asked him about taking a bullet to the forehead—man, I almost lost it. Seriously, I was hovering right on the edge there. 🤣🤣
Hands down one of the most grating roles I’ve ever sat through—honestly, just pure irritation from start to finish.☕
P.S. — You really have to check out the 2:45 mark—that’s where the whole thing just pops. It's easily the best part. 😉
Haha, honestly, one of the most satisfying sights in that whole movie was finally seeing her get taken out.
There are two characters in *One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest* who absolutely drive me up the wall—just total nerve-wracking types that get under my skin. It’s that nurse, too... man, she had my blood pressure hitting the ceiling. Seriously, I was sitting there just fuming.
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casualhound42 said:God, man—these threads about actors and directors are popping up everywhere lately, just sprouting like mushrooms after a thunderstorm... who's next on the chopping block? 🤷
Moderators, do your thing.
Absolute legend, what a face... I think is an incredibly powerful movie, but honestly, my obsession with him goes all the way back to . Man, I remember watching those old tapes on VHS—I could never stay up past midnight because I had school the next morning, so my mom would record the movie for me, and then I’d rush straight to the VCR as soon as I got home from school haha... He’s just a fantastic actor and I really root for him, though it's such a shame about that tragedy he went through—losing his wife in such a horrific way was just devastating....
I read somewhere that he’d just light up a joint and then whip out these incredible soundtracks—man, they’re legendary. I haven't actually sat down to watch anything by briskhound2 yet... what can I even do?
Jacob Lopez51 said:👍we really are total Russell fanatics😁...I mean, when he’s in that unstoppable mode—"For God sake. Don't do it, Snake! The name is Plissken"😂—he just nails the comeback every single time!
When I get back, I'm gonna kill you.—absolute legend.😁🙏
Honestly, I love seeing it—just us hanging out here... always pushing back against everything, pure defiance... just legendary stuff...🙂🙂🙂
Jeremy Jones said:Hell yeah, absolutely. 🙏🙏
But honestly, I’d probably only remember that movie because of that obsessive woman who won't shut up about God. Seriously, she was getting under my skin so much during the film that I felt this sudden, intense urge to just chuck my TV right out the window. 😳
Man, that woman was driving me absolutely insane, for real.
So, WarMaster got me thinking with that whole Kurt Russell thread, which basically nudged me into starting my own deep dive into my absolute favorite director. I can't quite remember if we've done a dedicated tribute to this horror legend before—it feels like we might have—but since we’re already talking about Kurt, it only makes sense to talk about the man who practically launched him into superstardom.
My absolute favorite Carpenter flick has gotta be...The ThingHonestly, I rarely run into an atmosphere quite like this in cinema—it’s just one of those rare masterpieces from the master of horror himself, especially with a legend like Kurt Russell leading the charge. Now, word is they might be filming a prequel or some kind of remake... I'm honestly not sure what to make of it yet, but we'll just have to wait and see what kind of beast it turns out to be.
Halloween Honestly, I feel the exact same way—this movie totally raised the bar for what horror could actually be. Back then, pulling off something that intense on such a shoestring budget was nothing short of a miracle. It’s one of those rare gems that just hits different, and looking back now, you can easily call it an absolute cult classic.
If you’re looking at my top picks—and I'm talking about those first two films I mentioned earlier—then Carpenter's third best film is honestly just as fascinating to me. Assault on Precinct 13 It’s got an incredible soundtrack—and let’s be real, Carpenter basically writes his own scores anyway—plus they actually went ahead with a remake, which, honestly? I thought was surprisingly solid.
Since I’ve already started talking about him, I might as well dive into the rest of this legend's filmography:
Big Trouble in Little China (man, where do I even start with this one?)
Dark Star (his first film, if I'm remembering correctly)
Christine (honestly, a pretty solid flick about a killer car)
They Live—man, what an incredible concept for its time. Even if you look at it now, the movie still holds up pretty well.
Prince of Darkness—man, talk about incredible atmosphere. The story holds up, too; it’s just a solid, gripping ride.
The Fog—man, that movie is such a classic. I’ve been obsessed with it since I was a kid. There’s just something about that atmosphere that gets under your skin, you know? Though, honestly, that remake? Absolute garbage. Total waste of time.
Village of the Damned—honestly, such a killer remake of that old classic horror flick.
In the Mouth of Madness—man, that one is interesting. Seriously, really interesting.
Vampires — honestly, one of the absolute best vampire flicks out there, especially with J. Woods leading the charge.
Escape from New York—man, Snake Plissken is just such an icon, and that soundtrack? Absolutely legendary.
Snake Plissken is officially back in action—*Escape from L.A.* is finally here!
Honestly, if you ask me, Ghosts of Mars is easily the worst thing he’s ever put out. Just... yeah. Bottom of the barrel.
Man, I am seriously counting down the days until this legend drops his next project—it’s supposed to be coming out any time now. Honestly, it was about damn time he gave us something new to sink our teeth into!
I mean, let’s be honest about "The Ward"—it’s one of those movies that just sits in your gut, isn't it? It’s got that specific, unsettling vibe where everything feels slightly off-kilter from the jump. I was thinking about it the other day while watching some old classics, and it really hits that same nerve as some of Carpenter's more atmospheric stuff—you know, that sense of dread that builds up slow, like a fog rolling into a small town before things go absolutely sideways. It’s not just jump scares; it’s that lingering feeling that you're being watched by something you can't quite see. Kind of reminds me of how *The Fog* makes you feel like the atmosphere itself is out to get you. Just... heavy. Anyway, I don't know, maybe I'm just overthinking it, but there's something about that psychological weight that stays with you long after the credits roll.
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Jacob Lopez51 said:👍but man, this specific bit Quite Possibly The Best scene ever Filmed😂🙏="it's all in the reflexes"
Look at that face—he was such a kid back then, haha... 🙏
Jacob Lopez51 said:Unrepeatable... look, I don't think Russell is playing in the same league as someone like Jack Nicholson or Al Pacino right now—not that anyone expects him to, he's just in a different stratosphere—but the roles he’s landed and how he pulls them off? Unrepeatable. Those Escape from LA vibes and Big Trouble in Little China are definitely his trademark!🙏
As for sci-fi/action, Soldier from '98 is a personal favorite of mine too👍, and honestly, we don't even need to debate Tango & Cash—it's a blast, especially with that killer Faltermeyer's soundtrack.🙏
Look, the guy is just a charismatic actor and a great human being—he doesn't need to prove anything to anyone. Sure, he might not be sitting at the very top of the Mount Rushmore tier alongside guys like Al Pacino, De Niro, Clint, or Jack Nicholson, but the man makes movies that just grab you by the heart...
And regarding Soldier? I could watch that anytime. I've still got it on VHS and DVD... I'm telling you, his movies are UNSTOPPABLE!!!!
That's just my take... 😂🙏👍
hahahahaha 🙏🙏
Snake Plisken—man, what a face... Kurt just has that rebel look about him, like he couldn't care less if you're looking at him or not. *Big Trouble in Little China* is such a blast, but honestly, I’m down for pretty much anything he’s in. Those classics like *The Thing*, *Escape from LA*, *Escape from NY*, *Big Trouble*, and *Stargate* (nobody even mentioned that one, apparently?)... man, you can watch those anytime, they never get old. And when you throw "dad" Carpenter into the mix, it’s basically a guaranteed win. *Soldier* is a fun ride too, and in that Tarantino flick, he’s absolutely killer—like a stuntman gone rogue. The guy is the real deal, seriously glad you started this thread 🙂
because I love hockey, it was awesome seeing him in *Miracle*. He’s a phenomenal actor and I’ve been a fan for the longest time!
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feralowl18 said:For those who aren't up to speed—it was actually Jean-Claude Van Damme who basically paved the way for John Woo in Hollywood, setting him up to keep building his career after that absolute classic first outing, 🙄 Hard Target! 🙏
I actually had no idea...👍
Nathan Ruiz33 said:I don't know why, but I always used to mix him up with Patrick Swayze—honestly, it’s probably just because of the hair.
He’s a solid actor, honestly—he basically carries half of Tango & Cash on his back.🙂
Like my mom—she can never tell which one of those two is which, haha.
Hands down my absolute favorite actor... I’ve been hooked since I saw him back in the day in Tango & Cash. He absolutely kills it in The Thing, and honestly, he's easily the go-to leading man for a legendary director like John Carpenter. Then you've got Breakdown, which is one of those movies I can watch over and over again without getting bored. The guy just has this massive catalog of films that are basically indestructible—total classics.
Hail to the king, baby! 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Harold Perez8 said:**POTENTIAL SPOILERS**
The Mist has such an epic ending🤣 I mean, who would even remember that movie if it didn't end like that?
A Million Dollar Baby and The Warlords also have those heartbreaking finishes. In Death, maybe the lead doesn't die, but you've got that villain just taking out the good guy in the woods😢. Then there's Gran Torino and The Last of the Mohicans—they're right up there with Braveheart; they aren't "happy" endings, sure, but it’s not like evil wins in the end either. And Apocalypse Now? Every single scene feels like it’s heading toward a disaster🙏. Don't even get me started on Dr. Strangelove...🤣
Take 300, for example—all that stylized carnage where characters drop like flies and the hero takes an arrow to the face. It isn't a bullet, but still🤷.
If you look at movies as actual works of art, my advice is to steer clear of action flicks if you're looking for a moral boost. There are plenty of them that just leave you feeling miserable—like humanity is basically trash😁.
I'm with you—that ending in The Mist is easily one of the best ever put to film
And the ending of The Thing... man, that's it. That's what I'm talking about. Those are real endings👍👍👍👍
feralowl18 said:Check out this fan edit—classic John Woo vibes mixed with that killer Alien soundtrack:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvh481hg1jo
Look, I'll give credit where it's due to the new guys like Jason Statham and Vin Diesel... they've got their thing going, sure, but there's just nobody who can step into these shoes. Nobody.🙂
hehe... now this is how you do it.🙏🙏🙏🙏
He’s a pretty decent guy...
cosmiclynx57 said:He’s a top-tier director. 👍
A few of my absolute favorites of his:
Face/Off (1997)
Hard Target (1993)
Windtalkers (2002)
Broken Arrow (1996)
The Killer (1989)
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He actually has a pretty funny last name 😁
Woo—kind of like when you’re trying to scare someone and you sneak up behind them and go: "Woooo!!!" 😂
haha... honestly, both the first and last names just hit hard—short, punchy, easy to remember... JOHN WOO.👍