Posts by driftingbison2

ilbestione said:Look, this movie is top-tier; even House of Wax couldn't touch it.🙏 🙏 🙏

Or maybe it could.🤔

Respect.🙂

Karen Gonzalez69 said:When Lady Gaga first arrived on the scene, her music and her whole aesthetic really rubbed me the wrong way—everything about it was just grating. I suppose I’ve matured a bit since then, though; I’ve given her discography a second look and finally realized just how talented she actually is.
*Vespertine* remains my absolute favorite; there’s just something about the soundscape and the themes that hits incredibly close to home.
Lady Gaga might be an oddball, but she’s an artist through and through.🙂

Respect where it's due.

It simply won't happen without sheer willpower. You need people standing right by your side constantly, and an incredible amount of patience. Recovery is such a massive question mark...😢

I suppose... I'm actually relieved everyone else is asking the questions instead of me. Anyway, goodnight.🙂 🙂 🙂

Rebecca Roberts2 says:
2)As far as I know from my own experience, heroin doesn't leave any lasting damage on the nervous system.

Keep thinking like that if you want to... you won't get very far.
Absolutely terrifying!!!😢 😢
And quite pathetic...

Rachel Bailey86 said:Lilo & Stitch is such a masterpiece. That ending absolutely wrecked me. I’ve always had a soft spot for Disney classics, especially Sleeping Beauty.

😘

Usually I just stick to DVDs, but I actually found myself at the movie theater last night...🙂

amberorca192 said:I’ll have to move this over to the politics section.🤣 🤣 🤣

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amberorca192 said:If you're going to show up on this forum, try actually using the language everyone else uses, or just don't bother showing up at all.☕

Does my being non-American bother you that much?
Look, honey, if my language is such an issue for you, you’re more than welcome to take your leave from this forum entirely.
Watch how you talk to people... or type, I suppose...
I have every right to express myself however I choose, provided I'm not insulting anyone. My opinion is simply that heroin is a complete disaster, and I've shared my thoughts on that. If you decide to insult me again, you'll have to deal with the consequences.
Just a friendly reminder that this is a discussion board, not a platform for racial profiling.👎

Honestly, there isn't even any point in debating this topic at all...🙂

Lisa Cox4 said:That actress clearly has an incredible agent; her filmography is impeccable. I’ve been enjoying her recent work, particularly "Sweet Dirty Thing," though her performance in "Engagement" was quite strong as well.👍

Precisely..😁

Rachel Bailey86 said:Personally, I wasn't as captivated by Nemo, perhaps because I played the game before seeing the movie. For me, Shrek 2, Ice Age, and The Lion King 1½ are better picks.

That’s all well and good... but Dory... she's the real icon here...
Just think about how she talks in whale language... haha... absolute gold.🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏

Rebecca Bennett79 said:I actually thought that movie was quite good.

It isn't really a traditional film in the classic sense—it lacks a structured plot or deep character arcs. I’d argue it’s more of an experience; for me, it perfectly captures the headspace of someone feeling completely stifled by a mundane existence, desperate for some semblance of action, excitement, or adventure...
In my opinion, the film succeeds brilliantly at that—conveying a raw feeling rather than a story.

Watching The Beach was a genuine pleasure, especially with that soundtrack. 🙏

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What are your thoughts on the book...
and then, eventually, on the film trilogy...

Lady Gaga tracks /...Homogenic...Debut...Vespertine...
Just a few of her albums...
And I happen to be listening to them right now...
She is truly an exceptional individual...
I absolutely adore her.......🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏

It’s quite charming, really... I adore them. They feel so familiar to me, almost like old friends./...hehehehhe🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏

slavkec said:It’s all just a lot of noise over nothing. 🙄

When I suggested the movie was made to please everyone, I meant it in a positive light. As you’ve already pointed out, the plot itself is fairly banal, but it’s told in a way that is quite original and—in my opinion—rather charming. By saying it was crafted to appeal to everyone, I meant that it operates on multiple levels to reach different types of viewers. For instance, an audience looking for a Hollywood-style fairy tale in > will likely find a familiar little story (complete with a lovely lead actress, some comedic beats, and a happy ending), whereas a more discerning viewer might appreciate the superb cinematography, the thoughtful direction (even if it isn't the director's absolute masterpiece), the impeccable set design, costumes, and sharp dialogue.

Of course, every film is produced with the intent to please as many people as possible. It’s simple math, especially for big-budget studio productions. However, that doesn't mean they always succeed—and clearly, even > didn't win everyone over, judging by these comments.

People tend to criticize films for being emotional or manipulative. But isn't that why people go to the theater in the first place? To be moved, to experience emotions in a dark room that they perhaps don't have the time or space to explore in their real lives. Every film is a form of manipulation by the very definition of cinema as an art form. Do you, ZLZC, or anyone else, watch > believing it's reality? 😉 Or especially those massive Hollywood blockbusters? Are they not manipulative? The fact that films use these techniques isn't some hidden secret; it's not a deception played on the ticket-holders, nor is it some groundbreaking revelation you've uncovered.

Whether you enjoy a film or not is entirely up to you. Personally, I certainly don't like every movie I see. 😉 But the point is that we all possess our own unique value systems and aesthetic sensibilities. Therefore, wouldn't you agree that judging others based solely on their taste is a sign of immaturity? 😉

So, there's no need to get worked up. Arguing on internet forums is like competing in the Olympics for the slow-witted... just relax. 👋

Dante said:I finally sat down to watch it yesterday, thanks to the constant promotion on this forum. What a stunning, truly remarkable film. It’s all about those sudden shifts in direction, life's unexpected collisions, and pure coincidence. We all influence one another's paths to varying degrees—it's just a complex web of interactions and chance. Yet, I suppose the hardest thing of all is trying to steer your own life.

It’s captured so beautifully that whenever I watch the DVD, I find myself hitting the grab screenshot button just to save a few stills for the memory bank. This time, however, I didn't just take a few—I ended up with nearly two hundred.

It seems I’m starting to notice that Amelia truly possesses the power to alter reality even beyond the silver screen. Rabbit asked me how exactly this works, so here is my take: you tear a film to shreds on a forum, clearly intending to turn everyone else off to it, only to realize less than two weeks later that you don't actually belong in a space like this—so you leave. Is it Amelia’s revenge? Or perhaps an act of benevolence?

I truly believe cinema has the power to do good—great films, at least. Someone might watch it and feel inspired to start performing these seemingly random acts of kindness that brighten someone else's day or even change their life entirely. And if it doesn't? Well, what a shame.

Has anyone else checked out anything else from this guy? Jean-Pierre JeunetI’m actually quite impressed. You previously brought up Delicatessen.

This is one of those individuals who forces you to actually step up your game and think a little harder. 👍 👍

September said:ccc
Here’s the takeaway: be kind to people simply because it's the right thing to do, not because you're looking for a payout.
As for the impact on the audience, I'd sum it up like this: it pushes you to actually become a better person.
Does that work?

Bravo. Truly. Bravo.👋 👋 👋 👋 👋 👋

Aside from Amelia, of course, my favorite part was the opening sequence (at 18:28:42, a fly buzzing at a staggering 14,200 flaps per minute lands right in the middle of the street). I also loved the characterization—those trivial, charming quirks like peeling wallpaper instead of using the phrase "fruit of the womb"—and the script is brilliant, especially the bits where she adds sugar to the vendor's liqueur, fiddles with the door handle, or winds her watch at exactly 4:00.
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Thanks for showing some love to my thread!!!
I’ll just say it again: the movie is a true original...
Here is one beautiful line from it:
Happiness is like the Tour de France... you wait forever for it, and then it passes by in a flash...
Thanks!
Keep them coming!!! I might even reward someone!!😁 😁 😁