Posts by hiddenhound3

Emily Thomas3 said:Wait, let's be totally real here—are you saying pre-pubescent themes are a disaster, or is it specifically what Tarantino watches? Or maybe both? Because from how you're typing this, it sounds like it might be the second one, with a hint of the third.

For my part, those adolescent outbursts are certainly a disaster... and honestly, so is Q’s list. Since the original poster asked, 'What about you guys? What do you think?' then I shall answer directly: I think it is catastrophic. It is as bland and unappealing as plain old canned beans. And could you please stop trying to bait me?

I am quite certain he wouldn't care for my list either, not in the slightest... and frankly, I find a certain satisfaction in our mutual disagreement. 😍

Emily Thomas3 said:But why even take it personally? Is it because of snobbery? Or some high-brow view on art? Maybe it's because movies shouldn't just be made for those little boys living inside men even when they hit their 20s? You have no idea how many memories can be triggered by that goofy scene where Keanu Reeves is on a skateboard trying to defuse a bomb. Forget Proust and his madeleines! Tarantino has dedicated a huge chunk of his career to chasing lost time, and he does it with a genuine love for his characters that you rarely see from any other director.

I don't mind if you aren't into Tarantino's "pre-teen" action flicks, but don't dismiss them so easily. They actually mean something to people. For some, it's just ninety minutes of mindless fun, but for others, it's a massive connection to their childhood.

I don't hold it against him... truthfully, I can't see why I would. He is perfectly entitled to watch pre-adolescent action flicks whether he is forty, fifty, or even a hundred years old, just as I am entitled to point out that it is quite a disaster. One would assume that a person evolves as they age, refining their style and their taste, though it is painfully obvious that Q’s sensibilities have remained entirely stagnant; he simply recreates the same hollow, adrenaline-fueled spectacles that moved him in his youth. It is all much of a muchness, really. Besides, I highly doubt he was even an adolescent back when Keanu Reeves was starring in Matrix and Speed. 😕

Emily Thomas3 said:Wait, how does someone even have bad taste?

I wouldn't go so far as to say anyone has "subpar" taste; rather, I think some people simply share the exact same preferences as my ten-year-old nephew (who is quite the little sweetheart 😍), where the only criteria for quality are whether a movie is loud, chaotic, and packed with explosions. Those are really just films designed for the pre-adolescent demographic 🙄

Christian Taylor3 said:So, during the big promotional push for Inglourious Basterds over in the UK, the crew at Sky Movies asked Quentin Tarantino if he’d just sit there and rattle off his top 20 movies of all time on camera. Naturally, he shot that down—kind of like that old joke where you ask a grandma who her greatest love is and she just says, "sailors"—and offered them this instead: his 20 favorite films released from 1992 onwards, which happens to be the year he actually started directing.



VIDEO (2009-8-16)

Source: Sky Movies

1. Battle Royale
2. Anything Else
3. Audition
4. The Blade
5. Boogie Nights
6. Dazed & Confused
7. Dogville
8. Fight Club
9. Friday
10. The Host
11. The Insider
12. Joint Security Area
13. Lost In Translation
14. The Matrix
15. Memories of Murder
16. Police Story 3
17. Shaun of the Dead
18. Speed
19. Team America
20. Unbreakable

All things considered, I'm pretty stoked—we seem to be on the same page for the most part. It was cool to see him include The Insider, and I loved how much he hyped up Dogville; he was also incredibly upfront about what The Matrix means to him, and gave such a great breakdown of Unbreakable. Honestly, nobody should hold it against him for leaving out Oldboy. Apparently, they cornered him in passing and the interview wasn't even scheduled, so he really only had about ten minutes to pull his thoughts together.
I haven't actually seen Battle Royale yet, which is a bit embarrassing 😵

What about you guys? What's your take?

A complete disaster. Truly dreadful. 😢

It appears my initial assessment was correct; the man possesses remarkably mediocre taste, which is clearly reflected in his cinematic choices. I mean, The Matrix? Speed? Police Story? I simply cannot fathom the appeal of such films. 🙂

Michael Ortiz68 said:Someone was watching to watch Head On 😉

However, that is a German production... whereas my intention was to discuss American 😕
by the way, I haven't actually watched 🙂

rustyscout34 said:I'm guessing you're being ironic this time? Though I guess there might be some truth to it all...

I feel compelled to be a bit 🙂, but this discussion regarding suicides is quite factual; for instance, I was never aware that one could cut vertically rather than horizontally... they certainly didn't teach us something like that in our American schools.

There is an immense amount one can learn from American cinema regarding love, compassion, spiritual values, forgiveness, and even the various ways people choose to end their lives.
There are countless blueprints provided for achieving the American Dream—ranging from the life of a dishwasher to that of a multi-billionaire—all while maintaining one's spiritual integrity and nobility. These films are largely realistic in their portrayal of everyday situations, leaving nothing to doubt their authenticity.
Ultimately, Americans are the finest nation on Earth and they always manage to save the world.

David Price5 said:It remains a total mystery to me why the author decided to change that part of vampire lore..

It is simply a matter of imagination, Dr. Miller; pure, boundless imagination.😳

rustyraven4 said:So, I heard somewhere that vampires are actually super sensitive types. Like, they’ll probably fall head over heels for you before they even think about draining you dry. 😍

I have gained some newfound insights regarding vampires—specifically how to identify them. Their skin possesses a certain luminous quality, appearing as if it were composed entirely of Swarovski crystals. 😍

David Price5 said:Honestly, everything in life tends to follow an average. Out of 100 movies, maybe 10 will be masterpieces and 10 will be total garbage. The other 80 usually fall somewhere in that middle ground between mediocre and pretty good. I find the same pattern holds true for music and literature as well.

I still maintain my stance that I would much rather spend my time running through the woods than wasting even a single moment on something low-quality or hollow, regardless of which form of art we are discussing...

David Price5 said:That is exactly why we start to appreciate the great films even more. 😁

Indeed, such gems are unfortunately quite scarce; one often feels compelled to sit through ten mediocre films just to encounter a single masterpiece worth the time.

David Price5 said:

I am still waiting on an update regarding Florine. It would be wonderful to hear some news soon! Gerald Lopez says:
I almost always force myself to watch things all the way to the end, only to end up hitting my head against the wall. What was I thinking? 🙂

That’s just how it works. You wouldn't judge a music album based on only the first three or four tracks. You have to listen to the whole thing before you earn the right to insult a movie.

I am currently reading about Florine. It is quite an interesting subject. [User Name] says:
Blade Runner is one of those rare films I haven't managed to finish yet. I’ve tried starting it a few times, but I always end up nodding off because I'm just too exhausted. I really want to give it a proper viewing.

Your only option now is to schedule an appointment with him much sooner.

In truth, my harsh critiques stem from a place of genuine passion and high expectations, as I tend to give every single film a fair chance; I consider myself quite an honest critic in that regard.🙂

I find myself forcing my way through almost every film until the very end, only to finish it and immediately want to bang my head against a wall—I truly have no idea what I was thinking 🙂

It is one of those rare titles that I haven't actually managed to sit through yet, Blade Runner. I have attempted to start it on several different occasions, but every single time I felt even slightly tired, I ended up drifting off to sleep mid-movie... and yet, I have such a profound desire to finally experience it properly.

I have occupied this headspace for quite some time now... as a latent misanthrope. It often seems to me that people are fundamentally parasitic, foolish, inhumane, selfish, and driven by nothing but malice and greed. Yet, on the other hand, I find myself reflecting on the wonderful individuals I know and the sheer brilliance of everything humanity has achieved, which prompts me to adopt the persona of a philanthropist every single day. It is a constant oscillation between these two extremes. I simply cannot decide which one defines me.

Does anyone have any idea 👋 where on earth Fochko has disappeared to? :craj:

Brian Edwards78 said:Madam Moderator, would you be so kind as to not clutter this somber religious thread with spam? Thank you. 😘

I am certainly not spamming; I am simply sharing my faith in miraculous healings, which is quite evident when one looks at the example of your mouse.
Why call it sad, though, if he recovered..? 🤷

PS, thank you for this, ma'am; I am Mrs. ☕

Brian Edwards78 said:How could I have possibly foreseen that Raptor Jesus would intervene and restore my mouse to the land of the living? 🤷

You see, one really must maintain a sense of faith in miraculous healings after all.

briskbison41 said:Mine was made by Genius, and after working for just a few months, it’s already on its last legs.😢

Jesus, what on earth are you doing to it? 😲

If I were given the choice?

I would choose to return, not merely because the country—pardon me, I mean the universe—is home to such breathtakingly beautiful vistas, but because I have always been drawn to vibrancy. It isn't just about the colorful wildflowers in a meadow; it is about the kaleidoscope of souls I encountered during my lifetime. I was fortunate enough to experience true love and grace, to read, hear, and witness countless magnificent works of art, and to feel a profound sense of genuine well-being a million times over.

But even if I do not return, it truly matters not. 🙂

Kyle Nelson2 said:How much damage are you actually doing to your body by holding it in?

Based on my understanding of the matter, the physiological consequences involve the deformation of the intestines. Specifically, the anal sphincter tends to constrict because it loses its natural functionality, while the intestinal tract itself begins to dilate.

Furthermore, one must consider that these are waste products and toxins that the body is actively attempting to expel; by delaying this process, these substances accumulate within the bowels, which are already prone to bacterial fermentation.

I recall reading somewhere that if humans simply didn't have digestive tracts, we might live for nearly three hundred years.