I feel like whenever a manager has one decent run, the media immediately starts acting like they're the savior of the entire national program. It's a lot of noise for someone who's still just building momentum at the club level. Does anyone else think we overhype these local coaching leaps too early?
Honestly, this film is just middle-of-the-road. There isn't much point in even debating its merits when you look at the other eight nominees; it simply doesn't hold a candle to them. For instance, I really feel like The Lighthouse deserved to be ranked higher than this. If we’re talking about quality, Lady Bird is a far superior piece of filmmaking.
Noah Roberts46 said:Look, try explaining your point without the arrogance and the trolling for once. How can you claim a movie is worse than *The Irishman*—which, by the way, is an absolute masterpiece—if you haven't even seen it?
Have you actually sat through the other screenplay nominees? What makes this specific film so much more script-heavy than the rest of them?
Anyway, Ricky absolutely tore them apart, and Joaquin was just as blunt about how hypocritical some of them, like DiCaprio, really are.
The point isn't merely that his writing stands head and shoulders above the rest—though, for the record, I’ve sat through all five films in this category—but rather that the screenplay itself is his most formidable weapon. It is the foundation upon which everything else is built. Take *The Irishman* or *The Two Popes*, for instance; those films lean heavily on the sheer caliber of the acting, which is to say nothing of the scripts being subpar, of course. Far from it. But honestly, you have to be a complete genius to make a film about religious leaders actually gripping. One could argue that anyone else in the top five might have snatched the award given how competitive this year was, but in my estimation, *Oppenheimer* remains an absolute masterpiece.
Noah Roberts46 said:You haven't even seen 1917, so how on earth can you comment on this?
The QT regarding the screenplay is laughable; this is easily his worst work yet. Honestly, almost every other nominated film has a better script than this.
Either you're pulling my leg, or you simply don't have the slightest clue how cinema works.
1917 by Spielberg, featuring those intense scenes near the Mississippi and along the Irish River😵
Tarantino’s style mixed with Pitt’s presence was exactly what I was hoping for—and honestly, it delivered. The whole thing is just pure cinematic genius.
Price isn't really my primary concern here, so feel free to suggest high-end options—though please, let's not get carried away and start quoting prices for an i7 that costs as much as a used sedan. I already own a 4K monitor, specifically the one I mentioned earlier.
My main goal is upgrading the motherboard if it's necessary to accommodate a new graphics card. That’s actually why I decided to join this forum; I need to determine whether I'm looking at a full overhaul of the processor and motherboard, or if everything I've listed here is actually compatible. I've also heard rumors that the Atlas can be quite the power hog and runs notoriously hot; does that mean I'll need to invest in additional cooling beyond what the Corsair Obsidian currently provides?
Here is my current setup:
1 x Intel Core i5-4460 soc 1150 1 x Asrock H81M-HDS (S1150, USB3.0 Header) mATX 1 x XFX AMD Radeon R9 280 3GB DDR5 2 x Crucial 8GB DDR3 1600 Mhz (PC3-12800) CL11 1 x Samsung 120GB 850 EVO Basic 1 x Samsung 250GB 850 EVO Basic 1 x Western Digital 3.5" 2TB, SATA6Gb, 7200rpm, 64MB 1 x Fortron Hyper 700W, 80+ 1 x Zalman Z3, USB3.0 black, 3x120mm 1 x LG GH24NSC0 sat Bulk Black 24 x
Just to prevent any confusion: I am planning to swap out the case because I have other uses for it, so you can completely disregard the Zalman I'm currently using.
I believe the situation is quite straightforward: the hard drives, the power supply, and the processor are being carried over from the legacy setup, while everything else consists of entirely new components. When you piece them together, they will function as one cohesive, singular configuration.
And, of course, the ultimate objective here is gaming—specifically fueled by that 1080 Titan card.
Indeed, we're looking at a 4K monitor paired with an Acer predator.
Alright, I’m looking for some expert guidance on a potential PC upgrade. I’d love to hear your thoughts on this specific build configuration:
Intel Core i5-4460 s1150 Gigabyte GA-Z270x-Gaming8 DDR4 Asus rog GeForce GTX 1080 ti Strix gaming Trident Z series 16GB, DDR 4, 3000 Mhz PC-24000 Samsung SSD evo Basic 120 Samsung SSD evo Basic 250 Toshiba 3.5 2 TB Sata6GB 7200 Fortron Hyper 700 w 80 + kučište Phantom 820 NZXT Fortron Hyper 700W 80+ Kučište Phantom 820 NZXT LG BH16NS55 PCI-E Asus Xonar Essence STXII
To clarify, my storage drives, power supply, and processor are older components that I intend to keep; everything else listed here is what I am planning to purchase. I am primarily interested in your professional assessment—is there anything here that strikes you as redundant, overkill, overpriced, a poor value, or perhaps even incompatible?
bluenomad2 said:I think you've got it wrong. While Stanley Kubrick had a signature style he executed perfectly, M. Night Shyamalan doesn't need constant twists—he just forces them on the audience, and he's been overbearing for a long time now. His directing is weak, too. I haven't seen a worse director who manages to stay this popular. Sure, Christopher Nolan can fall into that trap, and Quentin Tarantino does too, though Tarantino lacks a true signature because he just steals from other movies. Yeah, all great artists steal, but with Tarantino, it feels different.
So, Shyamalan is easily one of the worst directors to emerge in the last twenty years. Wayward Pines was an absolute embarrassment. I don't buy the "guilty pleasure" excuse.☕
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On topic, it’s a Great little movie. After all the garbage he’s put out since 2006, it’s finally something actually watchable.
Adam Moore3 said:Honestly, you can do much better than this. As it stands, the whole thing feels a bit $2140, so here is what you could actually land for that kind of cash:
1 x Asrock H81M-HDS, s1150, Intel H81, M-ATX, dual Channel 2 xDDR3 1 x Intel Core i5-4460 (3.20GHz,1MB,6MB,84 W,1150) Box 1 x DDR3 8GB (1x8GB) Corsair, 1600MHz, CL11,Value, CMV8GX3M1A160C11 1 x HDD Seagate 1TB, Serial ATA III, 7200 rpm, ST1000DM003 1 x Fortron 500W Power Supply, Hyper, PPA5005003, 12cm fan 1 x LG GH24NS DVD burner, DVD±RW, 24x DVD±R ,8x DL , 40x CD-R 1 x Zalman Z3 mid tower case. 192(W)x465(H)x430(D)mm. MB standard 1 x Sapphire R9 280 3GB OC Dual-X, 3GB GDDR5 384bit, 28nm 1 x Samsung 120 GB 850 Series Basic, Capacity 120 GB, 2.5", SATA
$2091
It’s cheaper overall and significantly more capable, primarily because the graphics card was the weakest link in that build. $2133 And just one R9 270? That's simply not good enough. 😉
Fair enough, the GPU is an issue—but is that really the only problem? If the graphics card is the sole reason the deal falls apart, then we have to look at the rest. It has a solid SSD and those 2TB HDDs are non-negotiable; anything less isn't even worth discussing. Also, why on earth would anyone choose such a weak power supply?
I figured I wouldn't start a whole new thread here; a buddy of mine is looking to pull the trigger on a new rig, so I thought I’d drop the specs here to see what you all think about this setup.
1 x Intel Core i5-4460 soc 1150 - $516 1 x Asrock H81M-HDS (S1150, USB3.0 Header) mATX - $150 1 x AMD Radeon R9 270 2GB 256Bit DDR5 - 1329 1 x Crucial 8GB DDR3 1600 Mhz (PC3-12800) CL11 - $173 1 x Samsung 120 GB 850 Series Basic - $233 1 x WD Green HDD Desktop (3.5", 2TB, 64MB, SATA III-600) - $237 1 x Thermaltake Smart SE 730W - $216 1 x Zalman Z3, USB3.0 black, 3x120mm - $122 1 x LG GH24NS95 SATA black bulk - $50
I think a few more pointers would be quite beneficial here.
>, that’s precisely why I decided to turn to this forum for guidance. If we go that route, 16GB effectively shrinks down to 8GB. My sincere thanks for the clarification.
>, that’s a long-winded discussion and frankly irrelevant to the current situation regarding Windows; their cost isn't even factored into the build budget. 👍
I am looking to purchase a new computer and could truly use some guidance (the more advice, the better), $1900 my budget is liquid cash, $67 though I'm not strictly tied to a specific number. Essentially, I need a full configuration—everything from the chassis and power supply to all the internal components, excluding the monitor, mouse, keyboard, etc. It should include 8 gb ram, an SSD of at least 125 GB, plus a hard drive between 1TB and 2TB max. As for the case, if possible, I’d prefer USB ports located on the top rather than the front or back; size isn't a dealbreaker, though a taller tower would be even better 😁. That covers the basics. I'll leave the motherboard and graphics card up to your expertise, as I don't know much about those specifics, but the machine will primarily be used for gaming (and I understand that you get what you pay for in that department). Ideally, I want an INTEL build. I plan on pulling the trigger within the next week . Naturally, I am looking for a reputable retailer (perhaps somewhere in Washington, D.C.) that offers free assembly (I assume that is standard practice everywhere). Additionally, if anyone could point me toward the best place to buy Windows 8.1—which won't be part of this specific build budget—I'd appreciate it; I've noticed prices vary wildly from shop to shop. If you require any further details to make a recommendation, please just ask. Thanks in advance.
Emily Sanchez9 said:And what exactly led you to that conclusion?
No bank is going to put up with someone who can't manage their finances. I’ve been banking with Zábanka for years now and haven't run into a single issue. I had one minor hiccup once, but we worked it out through a simple conversation—they were actually incredibly polite and accommodating.
I stay on top of my bills religiously, so for me, Zábanka is gold standard. Their online banking, in particular, is lightyears ahead of the competition; compared to what they have in Miami, it feels like a spaceship.
Isn't it funny how the people who always have something bad to say about banks are usually the ones who couldn't meet their own obligations? They sign a contract, agree to the terms, fail to follow through, and then what? Expect the bank to just roll over and forgive them?
Care to enlighten us? Why is Zábanka the "worst" in your book? Because from where I’m sitting, they’re the best... at least based on my own experiences.
I’d love to hear the specific grievances you have against these "villains" that somehow make everyone else perfectly wonderful by comparison...
What’s written in bold here is absolute nonsense and a flat-out lie. I ran a perfectly legitimate business with them for about four years, yet somehow, by December of last year, I ended up in an unauthorized overdraft for maybe twenty days. Following that, they just yanked my overdraft facility entirely—without so much as a courtesy heads-up. It’s absurd, considering they have my cell number, my email, my physical address, and I use their online banking and mobile app constantly. To make matters even more ridiculous, they had actually *increased* my overdraft limit back in December! Then, they turned around and tried to lecture me about those few days I was overdrawn, claiming it was some major issue, only for me to go down to a Chase branch and have the manager confirm that their reasoning was complete garbage. I’m done. I am going to walk in there, throw that money right back in their faces, close my account, and sever ties with them for good. Not to mention their utter incompetence when it comes to basic administrative tasks; I once waited five days for a simple document that cost me sixty bucks, only for them to hand it back riddled with errors. Honestly, Chase is easily the worst bank out there. If I handed my finances over to a drifter on a street corner, I’d probably have a better experience.
crimsontrucker4 said:Sex Drive is absolute garbage because it’s just so incredibly cliché, especially when it comes to the lead. It drives me absolutely up the wall when the protagonist is such an idiot—constantly making these moronic decisions while supposedly being this "smart, decent guy" or whatever. That scene where his mother barges in at the start? Please. The whole thing is predictable, mindless, and tired. It’s certainly nothing like the comedies produced by Apatow...
Look, my take is simple: anyone trashing this movie clearly lacks any sense of humor. Honestly, I was nearly moved to tears by some of the scenes—specifically that bit with the character playing the Amish guy. I mean, come on. A film can have a ridiculous premise, sure, but once you introduce characters and moments like that, you simply cannot remain indifferent.