Air (2023)
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Personally, I think hiding the face works—it adds this layer of mystery and weirdness. It’s those kinds of stylistic choices that give a film its own unique fingerprint.
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The Wizard of Oz (1939)
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The author of The Wizard of Oz was actually tapping into some economic subtext—something about the gold standard, inflation, and all that jazz. I can't quite recall the specifics—brain fog—but regardless, the movie is a total masterpiece.
Air (2023)
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Richard Wilson4 said:I definitely plan on watching it, but I don't get "big screen" vibes from this one—feels more like a home viewing situation.
It’s not exactly a spectacle, so you could probably just stay home—though personally, if a new movie actually looks worth the ticket, I'm hitting the theater.
Air (2023)
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Pure drama. No violence, no gratuitous nudity—honestly, I almost forgot what movies like this were supposed to feel like.
I’m also digging how they handled Jordan.
The script, the acting, the direction... everything hits exactly where it should.
I’m also digging how they handled Jordan.
The script, the acting, the direction... everything hits exactly where it should.
After Hours (1985)
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Brilliant movie. It’s a total departure from Scorsese's usual style.
A Man Called Otto (2022)
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Ethan Davis34 said:The movie is depressing, sure, but it’s missing something... it feels way too realistic for its own good.
I mean, Gran Torino is similar, and honestly, I think it's much better than anything by Ott.
Gran Torino feels like a much more authentic American film—plus, Clint Eastwood is an absolute powerhouse behind the camera.
Knock at the Cabin (2023)
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I caught Bautista in that new Daniel Craig whodunit, Glass Onion, a few days ago. His role wasn't quite as intense as his part in Knock at the Cabin—not exactly pulling teeth there—but still. The guy definitely knows how to act.
A Man Called Otto (2022)
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stormylynx4 said:The book is definitely worth reading regardless of whether you see the movie. I really liked it; you can truly sink into the personality of A Man Called Otto. At least for me, his motivations made perfect sense.
I liked the original, but not the American version. Rolf Lassgård *is* Otto; you don't even see the actor, just the man. Tom Hanks played the part somewhat like Forrest Gump, except while Forrest was a bit slow, his Otto feels almost autistic—just perpetually pissed off. He lacks what Rolf captured so well: a man who’s been beaten down by life but stays principled despite being a loner. He’s someone with a straight spine who lives by black-and-white rules, raised to value hard work, order, and people, only to find those things disappearing from daily life. Between Tom and Rolf, I’m voting for Rolf. He nailed it, whereas Hanks just felt like a grumpy, unemployed retiree who exists solely to annoy everyone.
To me, the American film was just okay—uninteresting, really, aside from the fact that Hanks wore some nice sweaters. The original was moving and made the characters feel real.
It just goes to show that Americans can churn out a commercial product without much depth, but they can't hold a candle to the originals.☕
The US is top-tier when it comes to original stuff—dramas, for instance—but when they try to remake foreign films, they usually miss the mark entirely.
Knock at the Cabin (2023)
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ivanaj
Given how thin the lineup of actually good movies has been lately said:
Looking back at what we got through 2022 and the start of 2023—if you ask me—it feels like cinema is finally making a comeback...
Knock at the Cabin (2023)
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Raymond Anderson4 said:Why is The Rock even being brought up here? He’s totally wrong for this kind of movie. If you check IMDb, there isn't a single project in his filmography that looks anything like this—and he’s done a ton of them. He sticks to action flicks and adventures, stuff like Jumanji or those movies with Reynolds... you know, Baywatch, Adam, etc., etc.
He’s fine for action and adventure movies, sure—but that's about it. He isn't built for films with actual depth or complex characters.
Knock at the Cabin (2023)
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First time I’m hearing about Batista through this flick. He was alright in the role—honestly better than if they'd gone with Johnson.
A Man Called Otto (2022)
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Kate Chase59 said:Did you actually read the book?
The movie captures certain little vibes—like how those kids sit on the newspaper in the car—but it doesn't really dive into the "why" behind things. It's like seeing the surface without the depth.
It’s a decent enough flick, but honestly, it misses so much of what makes the book such a masterpiece. The way Fredrik Backman wrote it was just next level.
I've spotted the book on the library shelf a few times—might actually grab it.
Knock at the Cabin (2023)
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ironharbor45 said:The Village has always been my favorite.
Aside from everything else being decent, I absolutely loved Brody's performance.
I’ve always had a soft spot for The Village too.
Knock at the Cabin (2023)
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Patrick Martin said:It’s always the same formula—fake tension, cheap twists, all that mystery bullshit—only for it to end up being a total letdown.
He should probably just shoot a comedy for once and chill out. ☕
Maybe he’s just not your kind of director—just like David Lynch isn't mine.
Knock at the Cabin (2023)
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Raymond Anderson4 said:What are you even getting at?
His movies are diverse—that’s actually his strength, throwing out all kinds of different plots—it's just the execution that misses the mark sometimes. Still, he's got some solid work under his belt: San Diego, Glass, Unbreakable, Signs...
Btw, I don't really see this whole "living off past glory" thing or people pushing him just because of his old hits. If anything, his stuff doesn't get massive media hype; it mostly flies under the radar.
Just my two cents. Every single one of his movies uses a different gimmick.
Knock at the Cabin (2023)
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Patrick Martin said:he was fine before he started chasing the hunt—now he’s just lost
What makes you think he's actually chasing the hunt now?
A Man Called Otto (2022)
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Patrick Martin said:hey man! if you’re gonna write "a man called this" instead of just saying A Man Called Otto, then honestly, go jump in a lake. you're asking for trouble ☕
That’s the bottom line...
A Man Called Otto (2022)
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goldenhound32 said:Have you seen the original?
Nope.
Plane (2023)
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Decent enough for a movie night. Butler is one of those actors who plays every role with the exact same energy—but hey, he does it well enough to land the lead every single time.
Knock at the Cabin (2023)
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You have to give him credit for being original—even if his attempts were hit or miss most of the time.