Posts by bluenomad2

bluecyclist64 said:@bluenomad2/">@@bluenomad2: don't embarrass yourself, Stallone is an excellent actor.

Sure, he 🤣

People love to claim his performance in Cop Land was great. They use it as their go-to argument. Honestly? He barely pulled it off there, but one decent role doesn't make a career. That dramatic moment in the final is easily one of the worst acting performances out there. Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger might be bad actors, but that’s not a problem for me because I like them. Get what I'm saying? I grew up on these guys; I live for their guilty pleasure action flicks. But they just can't deliver the kind of heavy-hitting roles required to be called "great." Arnold was convincing in The Terminator or Conan the Barbarian, sure, but that doesn't make him a master of the craft.

To me, they are action icons and always will be. I love them, awww 🙂

bluecyclist64 said:The fact is, he filmed some garbage, but he also made excellent—even legendary—movies.

As an actor, he’s top-tier.

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bluecyclist64 said:So, Rocky and Rambo. That's enough for me; everything is already said there.
Not to mention hits like Demolition Man, Judge Dredd, and Cobra, or that original car racing movie where they slaughter each other, which Statham later remade—Death Race or whatever it was called.

Now someone will jump in saying those are just trash movies. My response? Fine. Let them be trash.

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They are trash, sure, but what does that matter? Sylvester Stallone is a legend, but you're totally missing why. He and Arnold Schwarzenegger have been the biggest action stars from the 80s until today. Both of them have great films (First Blood, The Terminator, Total Recall), good films (Rocky, Terminator 2, Conan the Barbarian, Liars Lies), and bad ones (Cobra, Commando). Sure, there are more bad ones, but they're fun.

And Rocky is way overrated. By today's standards, it's almost a joke. It won an Oscar before Network and Taxi Driver.🤦

Forgettable movie. Costner is always the same. Just your typical American sports drama.

It’s all about taste. I agree with everything the bullfighter wrote. Sure, nirvana was 🤣

Dropping lists and citing critics is just like reading IMDb reviews for movies. It’s all subjective; anyone can talk trash about a band if they want. Just like people bash the Beatles or the Stones. "Oh, they influenced this and that." I don't care about their influence if the music sucks to me. I'm not looking at historical impact; I'm looking at whether I actually like it.

That Rolling Stone list 🤣—every music lover has laughed at it. Nirvana is nothing special, and Kurt was just a walking struggle, then and now. I have zero sympathy for junkies. What, am I supposed to form an emotional bond with some addict and his lyrics and whatever messages he was trying to send? 🤣

Brian Foster2 said:Don't get mad, but reading your post makes me feel like I'm listening to a sermon from Bozanic... 🙂

My absolute favorite has to be Halloween because, quite simply, I grew up watching those films. I love the entire series!

@mlac13, you really should have thrown The Exorcist into the mix too, considering there are at least four movies in that franchise!

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Brian Foster2 said:Don't get mad, but reading your post makes me feel like I'm listening to a sermon from Bozanic... 🙂

My absolute favorite has to be Halloween because, quite simply, I grew up watching those films. I love the entire series!

@mlac13, you really should have thrown The Exorcist into the mix too, considering there are at least four movies in that franchise!

It should have been The Exorcist. The first film is an absolute horror classic. It’s better than anything from the FD series, which still feels like it was made for wannabe horror fans. Also, the third installment of The Exorcist is actually very good.

Andrew Roberts3 said:Ugh, here we go again... John Cusack and Jackson teaming up for yet another King adaptation. 😁

To be honest though, the book didn't exactly blow my mind. It felt like your typical zombie slog without any of that signature King magic, so I'm really not expecting much from this movie either...

Actually, this might turn out okay. I wasn't a fan of 1408. Too repetitive. But the cell phone as a book is surprisingly fast-paced for King—not enough descriptions, which might actually make this adaptation work.

wiredraven82 said:I'm not entirely sure about this 🙂

But it reminds me—in a way—of that one episode of The X-Files where Fox Mulder keeps looping back in time, constantly meeting his end only to wake up at the start of the day again. That specific concept was a brilliant bit of storytelling for me, even if the mechanics here aren't an exact match; if anything, what we're dealing with feels more like a sense of intense DEJA VU.🙂

It’s like that Infinite Day vibe, where he heads to the bank and runs straight into a terrorist.

wiredraven82 said:I'm not entirely sure about this 🙂

But it reminds me—in a way—of that one episode of The X-Files where Fox Mulder keeps looping back in time, constantly meeting his end only to wake up at the start of the day again. That specific concept was a brilliant bit of storytelling for me, even if the mechanics here aren't an exact match; if anything, what we're dealing with feels more like a sense of intense DEJA VU.🙂

Exactly. When you look at series like Wrong Turn and Final Destination, they're clearly made for kids who haven't seen much of the world yet (check the last post on page one). Unfortunately, everything went in the wrong direction.

Now there's an Evil Dead series coming. Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell back together. ☕

You familiar with this http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of...Files#Season_8? "Flight 180" Check it out.

And OP, don't worry about us rambling. We aren't attacking you personally. This was just a bit of an outlet. At the end of the day, what matters is you included 👍Ash Williams
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wiredraven82 said:Out of the options listed for Halloween, I’m going with those, mostly because the first two films—especially the first one—hold a special place in my heart among this selection, though I did find myself torn when considering Evil Dead.

I’ve also got a soft spot for the Final Destination movies, but—let’s be real—in terms of pure cult status, they don't quite sit on the same level as Halloween. That said, in my opinion, Final Destination is an incredibly underrated franchise; for instance, you really have to hand it to them for the concept and the twist in Final Destination 5.

Why am I calling it underrated? It’s underrated when you compare it to franchises like Wrong Turn, which are absolute nothing compared to Final Destination. And honestly, regardless of how much anyone wants to argue with me on this, we all know what Friday the 13th is... just overhyped, cliché trash that people love simply because it’s from the 80s. But that doesn't make it any better than Final Destination. Even if FD follows certain tropes (aside from the original), the death sequences and the storytelling are far more original—not to mention that Friday the 13th is essentially a tired rip-off of something else (regardless of which era it came from). At least FD brings something unique to the table, unlike Friday the 13th, which is just a total headache for me—even as someone who appreciates the 70s and 80s.

I completely disagree. To me, that series is strictly for wannabe horror fans who still have a lot to learn.

wiredraven82 said:Out of the options listed for Halloween, I’m going with those, mostly because the first two films—especially the first one—hold a special place in my heart among this selection, though I did find myself torn when considering Evil Dead.

I’ve also got a soft spot for the Final Destination movies, but—let’s be real—in terms of pure cult status, they don't quite sit on the same level as Halloween. That said, in my opinion, Final Destination is an incredibly underrated franchise; for instance, you really have to hand it to them for the concept and the twist in Final Destination 5.

Why am I calling it underrated? It’s underrated when you compare it to franchises like Wrong Turn, which are absolute nothing compared to Final Destination. And honestly, regardless of how much anyone wants to argue with me on this, we all know what Friday the 13th is... just overhyped, cliché trash that people love simply because it’s from the 80s. But that doesn't make it any better than Final Destination. Even if FD follows certain tropes (aside from the original), the death sequences and the storytelling are far more original—not to mention that Friday the 13th is essentially a tired rip-off of something else (regardless of which era it came from). At least FD brings something unique to the table, unlike Friday the 13th, which is just a total headache for me—even as someone who appreciates the 70s and 80s.

Well, The Exorcist had to be included. That third installment is damn underrated and features one of the scariest scenes in horror history. The one in the hospital hallway 🙏 and the final struggle are effective and atmospheric. So, the first is a masterpiece, the third is very good, while the second is bad. If we include Emily Rose, then we get another quality sequel. It makes no sense to leave that series out when we know very few franchises in this poll have more than two good films, besides Evil Dead, obviously.☕

Emily Ward56 said:Look, I already mentioned that The Omen, The Exorcist, Jaws, and The Hills Have Eyes aren't exactly my personal favorites—in my humble opinion, anyway—so I didn't bother including them. That’s exactly why the "Other" option exists; if you can't find your absolute favorite on this list, feel free to type in something else you actually love. 😉

Don't get me wrong, I'm a horror fan, but I'm hardly an encyclopedia of every single franchise out there. 🥳 I haven't even touched the V/H/S series yet. 🤷

I've only sat through four full movies from this bunch; for the others, I've only caught bits and pieces, so I’m going to hold off on voting for now. Instead, I'll focus on catching up on what I've missed—well, maybe not everything, Wrong Turn is one where I'll probably just stick to the first two, and I still need to check out the second and third entries of PA, though I couldn't care less about the rest of that series.

Hold on. How is Wrong Turn better than The Exorcist series? Only the first Wrong Turn is worth anything; the rest are garbage. The first The Exorcist is a masterpiece, and the third one is one of the most underrated horror films out there. Or Final Destination. Those newer horror franchises are just for wannabe horror fans. Sure, Final Destination 🤣 as a whole series doesn't reach the level of the first The Exorcist, especially when you factor in the third one. Popularity? Jaws and The Exorcist are more iconic than Wrong Turn/Final Destination will ever be. Seriously, Jaws and The Exorcist changed cinema and had a massive impact on pop culture. That's why those two franchises HAD to be here, regardless of how terrible the later Jaws sequels are, aside from the second one which is actually decent.

By that logic, why is Halloween even on this list? The first one is great, and the hospital sequel holds up. Same goes for The Exorcist or Jaws. Nightmare on Elm Street? The first and third are killer, the rest are jokes. Friday the 13th? That series never really had a standout film like The Exorcist or Jaws did. Just like the Wrong Turn/Final Destination series.

Something smells fishy here. And Robin Carter3 makes a good point: where is the Apartment Trilogy? Three top-tier psychological horrors. Fine, maybe it's not a "classic" franchise.

But then it makes no sense to include Michael Myers, Freddy Krueger, or Jason Voorhees when, just like The Exorcist or Jaws, they only have one great entry—or in the case of Friday the 13th, none of them are actually great.

But hey, at least Final Destination and Wrong Turn 👏 made the cut.

Anyway, Evil Dead ☕ thumbs up for that one. 👍

Exactly. Zombies work perfectly in horror comedies like Braindead or Shaun of the Dead. For more serious stuff, NOTLD remains my top pick for the genre.

Gilmore Girls 🤣

So, have you actually watched Northern Exposure, or are you just making excuses because Gilmore Girls is set in a small town? The vibes are completely different. Northern Exposure was basically shaped by Twin Peaks—it’s that small-town feel mixed with a great snowy atmosphere. It’s rarely sunny; it stays moody and dark, which works perfectly because the characters are so eccentric. That gives the show such an incredible tone. Gilmore Girls is always bright and sunny, and the characters are poorly written.

Northern Exposure was created by two guys with philosophy degrees, which is why the show has such a unique philosophical depth. In terms of atmosphere, character development, and writing, Gilmore Girls isn't even in the same league. Don't bother watching Gilmore Girls. Honestly, nowadays, people think just setting a show in a small town makes it comparable to Northern Exposure.

The final season is definitely the weakest, though I wouldn't call it bad. The new doctor is a total miss, but the charm is still there. Still, one of the best episodes was in Season 6—The Search when Joel leaves. And all those episodes where they come to see him to realize how much he's changed.

The first four seasons are top-tier.

wiredraven82 said:You're reading my mind. I was going to bring up that exact scene in my last post—absolutely legendary. 😁 Seriously, look at how he explains that whole thing with the box of Chocolates. Just look at those facial expressions and listen to that voice. What a character. Simply put: FACA, the Man. The Cigarette Smoking Man was the literal embodiment of competence—the guy who knows everything. He knows all the secrets they don't want the public to see. He doesn't say much, but then he drops a truth bomb in a single sentence, lets out that sigh, and pulls the last smoke. Haha.

Like that scene where he’s talking to Deep Throat and they’re arguing over who gets to kill the captive Alien—flipping a coin only for it to land on Deep Throat as he heads inside. Meanwhile, the Cigarette Smoking Man peels off the anti-nicotine seal on the door, pulls out a cigarette, and lights up with his lighter. Trust no one. And he lights up right as the shot goes off. 🙏 I mean, those scenes are designed to give you chills while making you smirk, even when you know better.

wiredraven82 said:We never really knew where we stood with Alex Krycek. Honestly, I always viewed him as a good guy, and I still do—even if he was constantly playing his own game. Fox Mulder despised him, sure, but he also knew exactly what kind of snake he was dealing with because the guy was incredibly capable.

Remember that episode where those Aliens basically took over the entire FBI building? Mulder leaves Scully to watch the kid with Alex Krycek while he and the rest try to secure an escape route. Krycek actually stepped up as an ally to Mulder there. It was a hell of a feeling seeing the glass overflow—with Aliens everywhere—and realizing everyone was finally on the same side for once. 🙂

I think that's near the end of season 8, when they toss that Alien into a recycling truck next to the buildings.

Just tell me about that first movie. That Alien who killed the scientist—which episode does he show up in during Season 6? Somewhere near the beginning? I know they had that whole storyline involving Gibson Praise.

wiredraven82 said:I’m living in a complete delusion, holding onto this slim hope that after those six episodes, they might actually decide to film more. 🤣

I wouldn't be surprised if their popularity never dips; you have a massive, constantly active fanbase, and if the actors stay on the same page, it'll happen.

wiredraven82 said:Regarding the Cigarette Smoking Man... honestly, I don't even know where to start. I loved every single second he was on screen—every facial expression, every line...

He always felt like... "The man behind everything."

He had such a distinct way of speaking, and in his own twisted way, he actually seemed to care for and protect Mulder, even if he did drop that bombshell in the final episode. But damn, what an exit for the Cigarette Smoking Man: while Aliens are firing rockets from helicopters in the old Anasazi territory, the Cigarette Smoking Man pulling the last smoke through his throat before vanishing into the flames.🙏

The episode dedicated solely to him, "Musings of a Cigarette Smoking Man," described him perfectly.

P.S: I have no clue how they plan to bring him back... but frankly, I don't care how they do it. JUST BRING HIM BACK.😁

He’s easily the most compelling TV face in any series. I was always rooting for him to get away with it. And you have to admit, one other character lived through nine lives: Alex Krycek 🙏 went from being the Cigarette Smoking Man's little errand boy to a man with his own vision and agenda.

Life is like a Box of Chocolates. The ultimate irony in that episode is that even the most powerful man can't betray a book, and that realization just sends him into a spiral.🤣

When you hear this: X-Files - Modern EDIT it still feels like the golden era.

wiredraven82 said:Honestly, I love seeing them back on screen, but I wish they’d put the money toward a killer script and a new movie instead. That first film was great, even if it struggled trying to tie back to the series. These new episodes might feel aimless since both of them were kicked out of the FBI, which we already saw happen in the second movie.

I only have one wish. Monster of the Week episodes. I know it's unlikely since they only have six episodes to focus on the main arc, but maybe they can squeeze one in somewhere.

The X-Files consistently hits those top rankings, and honestly, only the original Twilight Zone or Star Trek could even come close.

I’ve always been more of a Twin Peaks fan—that’s my gold standard—but The X-Files offers so much variety that it stays relevant. That gore tribute was excellent 👍

lol, now I'm reading they might actually bring back the Cigarette Smoking Man. How on earth 🤣

Excellent 👍

The soundtrack is great—really high energy. I think even Leone would be proud that this is being labeled the "worst" video, because if he saw people celebrating him and making video tributes like this today, he’d be speechless. Unless, of course, he hates being idealized, but then you're on your own for becoming such a famous director. He should have known this would happen.

It’s not such a massive film that it hits me personally, even if I brought it up—you're just the one who started this whole Spaghetti Western thread.

What’s your favorite showdown? Other than the final one from Once Upon a Time in the West and good, bad, ugly.

P.S. Just to spice things up 🤣 everyone gets a vote now 😁

Give me a break, why would you get worked up over Keoma? I just noticed it wasn't there, so I mentioned it and gave you a little grief. 😛

Voted ☕

I’d go with Keoma and Once Upon a Time in the West.

The point is, Keoma is the most acclaimed Classic Western after the Leone films. That's the reality. Whether people actually like it or not doesn't matter; by status, it sits right there, so it had to be on the list. By your logic, you might as well just list Leone’s movies. It’s like starting a thread about the greatest films ever and only picking the ones Quentin Tarantino mentioned. Just look at my top picks 🤣

And a jebote Tarantino 😁 at least there are plenty of niche forums dedicated to Classic Westerns where people debate them because they’re cult classics. In other words, you don't really know the genre. If you did, you'd definitely know Keoma, I'm sure of it. 😛