I should probably offer some praise as well, as it was visually one of the most stunning films I’ve had the pleasure of seeing. The casting seems quite spot on, too; everyone was solid, and I suppose I’m actually glad they didn't dub the voices, since the original performances were so compelling. Most people will likely always hold the old Disney animated classic as their definitive version of The Jungle Book, but this was honestly great. The theater was filled with parents and their kids, though there was also a group of thirty-somethings who seemed to be sharing some pretty glowing reviews once the credits rolled. Perhaps I’m being a bit too generous, but I walked out with that lingering feeling that I had truly enjoyed myself and witnessed something beautiful.
I have high expectations; the trailer was genuinely impressive, and given how positive the reviews are looking, I suppose I’ll have to catch it sometime soon. I am actually quite glad they didn't go the route of dubbing. It might bother the younger kids, I guess, but it would be a shame to miss out on hearing such a stellar cast 😁.
I suppose they could always try a remake, since everything seems to be getting rebooted these days. But a sequel featuring Lundgren instead of Schwarzenegger 🤦 (probably the biggest P. Stewart disappointment yet)
An excellent survey, I must say; the selection here is quite extensive 😁.
I ended up casting my vote for five films: Tim Burton's Batman, X-Men: First Class, The Dark Knight Rises, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, and the 2012 Dredd.
Personally, I suppose I have always favored the X-Men series, though I do have a certain fondness for both Burton's and Nolan's takes on Batman. While I find Spider-Man to be a compelling superhero, I feel like I'm still waiting for someone to actually deliver a truly top-tier film centered on him. As for the 2012 Dredd, it’s an excellent piece of cinema, and I suspect it might be somewhat underrated.
Visually, I have to admit there is some appeal to it. However, when it comes to the actual plot, I suspect it might just be more high-budget trash. I’d love to be proven wrong, but having sat through plenty of similar films, I fear my first instinct might be hitting the mark.
30 - Queen - Bohemian Rhapsody 29 - Green Day - Jesus Of Suburbia 28 - R.E.M. - Losing My Religion 27 - Red Hot Chili Peppers – Californication 26 - The Clash - London Calling 25 - The Beatles – Yesterday 24 - Manic Street Preachers - Motorcycle Emptiness 23 - Nirvana - Come As You Are 22 - Metallica - Fade To Black 21 - Pink Floyd - Wish You Were Here 20 - Dire Straits - Sultans of Swing 19 - Oasis – Wonderwall 18 - The Pogues feat. Kirsty MacColl - Fairytale Of New York 17 - Led Zeppelin - Stairway to Heaven 16 - Nightwish - Walking In The Air 15 - Rise Against - Hero Of War 14 - Bad Religion - American Jesus 13 - Joy Division - Love Will Never Tear Us Apart 12 - The Who - Behind Blue Eyes 11 - Toto – Africa 10 - ABBA - Dancing Queen 9 - The Rolling Stones – Satisfaction 8 - The Police - Every Breath You Take 7 - Blondie – Maria 6 - Scorpions - Wind of Change 5 - The Doors - Riders On The Storm 4 - Guns N' Roses - Sweet Child O' Mine 3 - Blink-182 - Adam's Song 2 - Ram Jam - Black Betty 1 - Social Distortion - When The Angels Sing
This could potentially serve as the next Indiana Jones, though I suppose anyone who has ever picked up a controller would tell you that. Whether they can actually pull off that level of magic on the big screen is a much more difficult question to answer. If they happen to hire someone who actually understands the source material, it might just turn out to be a fantastic film. Who do you all imagine taking on the lead roles?
Ashley Grant66 said:Here’s Frank Sinatra performing the American version of Unknown 😍
I suppose I should feel some regret for missing the entire performance.
If we saw more of this kind of thing at concerts, perhaps things might change. I suspect that many performers could probably take a page out of Frank Sinatra's book, as it doesn't seem particularly difficult to execute, and it seems to lift the crowd's energy quite effectively.
I was only there for a single day, though I suppose I left feeling reasonably satisfied with what I witnessed. I caught Busted Marshall Rock Band first, and while they aren't exactly my cup of tea, their performance was solid enough, so I imagine their followers were pleased. To kill some time before 10 PM, I drifted over to the smaller stage for Ashes You Leave and Mirror Trap, which served as decent enough distractions, particularly the latter. Then came The Repeater; they possess an incredibly high-energy stage presence and I found the whole experience quite engaging. I was actually somewhat taken aback by the turnout, as there must have been several thousand people there, which seems surprising given that, from what I understand, they struggle to fill venues the size of Madison Square Garden or the Fillmore in cities like Chicago. Ultimately, I was there for Placebo, and I feel my expectations were met 😁. Their set was polished and professional—bordering on truly magnificent at certain points—and both the sound quality and the overall performance were quite impressive. It was interesting to see the setlist leaning so heavily on songs from Meds, whereas tracks from their latest record only appeared three times; I almost felt a sense of regret that we didn't hear more new material, as their most recent album is quite strong. That said, they played all the major hits, so I can't really complain. The ground was rather muddy, though if one walked with a bit of intention, one could probably avoid the worst of it (many people just wore Blundstones and seemed to survive 😁). The organization also struck me as being fairly efficient, as I never found myself waiting more than a few minutes for anything, whether it was food, drinks, or the restroom, and the sets stayed on schedule. All things considered, I am glad I managed to attend for at least that one day. Perhaps next year they might curate a lineup that aligns a bit more closely with my own tastes, allowing me to attend all three 😁.
I suppose if they actually get this right, it could turn out quite well. The story carries enough weight for a cinematic adaptation, and the atmosphere is even more compelling. It might truly become a masterpiece, provided they hire someone who actually understands the craft and back it with a serious budget. If the rumors about Hugh Jackman and Maisie Williams are true, I guess the casting isn't entirely misguided. I can certainly see Hugh Jackman stepping into the role of Joel.
I suppose if you buy your tickets before the lineup is even announced, you’re essentially signaling that you’re willing to show up regardless of who is playing. You're basically accepting the risk that the schedule might not actually suit you, I guess. If someone isn't entirely certain they can make it, they probably shouldn't be buying anything until the lineup drops. Personally, I found myself waiting right up until the announcement just to decide if it was even worth going.
I suspect there might be some connection to Gaslight. They played in Chicago not too long ago, and since they haven't released anything new since then, I suppose it’s somewhat unlikely. Though, I guess I would be more than happy if they returned, as they might fit quite nicely into the lineup, but I doubt much will come of it. Personally, I have a feeling they might just slot in a popular local or regional act, assuming that’s the easiest path for them to take in a situation like this 🤷.
Now I’m just sitting here waiting to see who they announce as the new headliner ☕.
If nothing happens, though, this might actually make my decision easier. I suppose I won't be committing to the full Coachella experience anymore; I'll probably just show up for the final day, mostly just to catch Placebo.
It isn't necessarily a given that the replacement will be underwhelming, either. I guess we could see something like New Order stepping in as a last-minute sub, much like how they did a few years back when they ended up being one of the best acts on the lineup.
Kevin Ward3 I suppose one could say: I honestly find myself wondering who exactly the audience is that actually sits down to watch this.🙏
I was part of that audience back before they started churning out these endless, cookie-cutter sci-fi flicks. Every single year, there seem to be about a dozen completely generic sci-fi movies that barely scrape by as mediocre. I suppose I just don't have the energy for it anymore, regardless of how much I used to love the sci-fi and fantasy genres.
This might be one of those movies that actually had the potential to be great, but ultimately just ends up being rather mediocre. I suppose I’m hoping I'm wrong about that.
mellowheron68 said:Hi everyone. I'm a complete novice when it comes to festivals and things like that, as I've never actually attended one before, so please don't judge if this sounds like a silly question, but I was wondering if there's any word on which performer plays on which day? I'm thinking about going specifically to see Florence + The Machine, so I'd love to know her set date and how much a single-day pass costs. (The Coachella website says $100, but someone else mentioned three-day passes were 300, so now I'm just confused 🙈)
They will eventually announce the daily lineup, though it probably won't happen until maybe a week or two before the festival starts. A single-day ticket is 300, while the three-day pass is 350. I suppose the three-day option was 300 until April 17th, so that might be where the confusion lies. You can find the pricing on their official website, which should be the most reliable source for those details.
It seems everyone’s situation is different, but since my finals fall just a week before the event this year, I suppose I don't have much of a reason to complain 😁. That said, while the idea of shifting dates to attract more crowds makes sense, it isn't quite that simple; not every university holds exams at the exact same time, so moving things by a week might just mean losing one group of students only to gain another. I guess there's no such thing as finding a perfectly ideal date .
I suppose even the guitarist from Red Hot Chili Peppers played his set sitting down at the concert in Chicago, seemingly for the exact same reason, so if he can manage to play like that, then maybe Florence + The Machine can find a way to sing too.🙂.