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vividfalcon02 said:the vampires got her😂

That’s just not true. Season 7 actually wraps things up beautifully! Plus, they even released a comic series following those events.

I have just come across some absolutely staggering news!!!!!!!!!!!! A new Buffy the Vampire Slayer movie is officially in development!!!!!!!!!!!!! However, the disappointing reality is that neither Sarah Michelle Gellar nor any of the original cast members will be returning. 😢 😢 I can only hope that Joss Whedon might somehow be involved in the production. Without his touch, there is no telling if the final product will even resemble the original vision!

A total comedic masterpiece! 😍 😍 This is easily Jennifer Love Hewitt's finest performance to date! 😍 😍

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briskbison41 said:Judging by the Sudec po trailer, this looks like something worth watching.

The first half of the trailer offers a much more accurate representation of the actual plot. In contrast, the latter portion ramps up the intensity and tension unnecessarily. That's a bit misleading, as the movie isn't actually an action flick; it's paced much more calmly and functions primarily as a drama.

The movie isn't anything groundbreaking, but it certainly didn't turn out to be the disaster I was bracing for. The cinematography holds up well enough, and you have to admit that Anne Hathaway is stunning. Megan Good is equally attractive. As far as genre goes, it’s a horror drama. I did find myself chuckling slightly at the scene where she's peering into the hole in the toilet. Honestly, this is probably the most restrained horror effort Michael Bay has ever put his name on.

P.S. I haven't sat down to watch S. The Exorcism of Emily Rose yet, but there isn't much overlap between the two. While the first film centers entirely on the exorcism itself, in The Unborn, that element is relegated to a much smaller part of the story.

This year, we have two upcoming releases featuring Sarah Michelle Gellar:

Possession Veronika Decides

Veronika Decides to die

darkscout7 said:Does anyone happen to know what this movie is called in its American release?

It hasn't been given a localized title. It’s just titled Push.

crimsontrucker4 said:she’s just an uninspired, mediocre actress with an average look...

I have to disagree. She isn't mediocre in looks, nor is she lacking in talent—her performance in Buffy the Vampire Slayer proved that quite clearly. That said, she hasn't jumped into many major film projects yet, aside from her role in Cruel Intentions. Personally, I’d love to see her tackle a heavy drama. Up until now, she’s mostly been cast in roles that lean into her charm.

It is difficult to pinpoint a single definitive master of science fiction, but I find myself deeply impressed by specific cinematic achievements. For instance, I admire what Joss Whedon accomplished with "Serenity," the atmospheric work of Alex Proyas in "Dark City," and the groundbreaking vision of the Wachowski duo in "The Matrix." Additionally, I hold high regard for Luc Besson’s "The Fifth Element," Franklin J. Schaffner’s take on "Planet of the Apes," and the claustrophobic tension Vincenzo Natali achieved in "Cube."

granitehound19 said:Twitter
this is essentially a movie for children, because frankly, only kids would buy into this kind of nonsense. It doesn't surprise me at all that they went with this poster design; it’s clearly a desperate attempt to market it to a younger demographic since they know the actual quality won't carry it to success. They figured they'd just slap a "kids' movie" label on it and throw it onto the App Store 👎

By that logic, they could have marketed Freddy vs Jason as a children's movie too. I just can't imagine what the poster would look like—maybe the killers holding a bouquet of daisies.

I've added a few more titles to my watchlist:

Taking the number 4 spot is Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind - a truly fantastic comedy. It is worth noting that the lead actor, Jason Segel, actually penned the screenplay himself.

At number 6, we have The Reader - a blend of a World War II drama and an erotic thriller, boasting superb direction and a stellar cast. While David Kross delivers a great performance, I personally feel that Kate Winslet shouldn't have won the Oscar for this role.

Coming in at number 13 is Blindness - a compelling look at mass blindness. The atmosphere reminds me quite a bit of films like Children of Men and Weeks Later.

Number 14 is Seven Pounds, featuring excellent performances by Will Smith and Rosario Dawson. In my estimation, this film is significantly better than The Pursuit of Happyness, which simply didn't resonate with me.

The lesser entries: Death Race, Role Models, The Day the Earth Stood Still, My Best Friend's Girl (starring Kate Hudson and Jason Biggs), and Mirrors.

Summary:

1. City of Ember, 2. High School Musical, Senior Year, 3. The Baader Meinhof Complex, 4. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, 5. Sarah Marshall, Definitely, Baby, Maybe, 6. The Reader, 7. Marley & Me, 8. Twilight, 9. Sex Drive, 10. Speed Racer, 11. Taken, 12. Milk, 13. Blindness, 14. Seven Pounds

Benjamin Hernandez3 said:Based on how things wrapped up, it looks like we’re definitely getting a sequel. 👍

The movie plot reaches its conclusion here, though there's always that lingering possibility of a sequel down the road. Who knows?

mistyjackal3 said:Take Dakota Fanning, for instance—the girl is an absolute powerhouse, even at such a young age. Her talent is truly remarkable. 🙂

Dakota Fanning isn't particularly striking in this particular movie. She’s transitioning into those teenage years now, and if I’m being honest, I found her acting much more compelling back when she was a child performer. Perhaps she'll find her stride in a different project down the road.

First, let me be perfectly clear: THIS IS NOT A CHILDREN'S MOVIE. The promotional poster is incredibly misleading. I’ll let you be the judge of that:



As I mentioned, that poster is completely inappropriate. I honestly cannot fathom what the producers were thinking when they released this as the official artwork—especially given the actual content of the film—since it clearly targets a younger audience.

Based solely on the poster, you would assume the movie is bright, colorful, and lighthearted. In reality, it is much darker and adopts an almost documentary-style approach.

When I sat through a private screening, I actually found myself questioning if I was even watching a feature film at all.

The bottom line is that this isn't for kids, nor is it a typical family film.

It isn't a masterpiece, but then again, it isn't a bad take on the whole superhero genre either.

Gary Patel said:Lol, what a twisted movie. A girl develops a crush on her own brother and actually sings about sleeping with him tonight. Unbelievable.

🤣 This is essentially a parody of "Cruel Intentions." Mia Kirshner does an incredible job portraying Catherine. In fact, I think her version is even better than the one in the original film. On a side note, Mia Kirshner also played Mandy in seasons 1 and 4 of the series "24." If I recall correctly, her character survived, so I’m hoping for a future cameo.

As for the plot itself, you can't overlook the fact that Jake's father actually tried to set his mom up as a date for him. It makes sense when he eventually asks: What's wrong with this family? 🤣

And yeah, I absolutely love the musical number. Truly.

I wish I didn't make that bet
That's not the guy I want to be...

I also tracked down this specific exchange:

-Catherine, that's disgusting. You're my sister.
-Only by blood. 😬

Here is the full script.

I absolutely love this film! 😍 😍 I honestly can't wrap my head around why everyone is being so incredibly negative about it. There are plenty of much worse parodies out there, like "Movie" or "Epic Movie".

In anticipation of the upcoming broadcast this Friday, April 17th, airing on CNN at 10:00 PM, I am officially opening this discussion thread.

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I recently watched the third and fourth installments: All or Nothing and Win It. For context, the titles are localized as "Bring It On: All or Nothing" and "Bring It On: Win It." As far as I can tell, the second film, Again, was never even released here in the States. To be perfectly honest, neither of these two sequels even comes close to the caliber of the original film. While In It to Win It features slightly less engaging storytelling than its predecessor, the production quality is undeniably higher.

To film didn't particularly move the needle for me. The sequences set outside the cave feature a somewhat pre-modern production quality. While the scenes inside the cavern are shot quite effectively, that isn't really the core issue. The female characters are underwhelming; none of them leave a lasting impression due to completely lackluster characterization—with the possible exception of the girl in the Japanese denim. I was anticipating some clever, beautifully choreographed kills, but instead, everything felt incredibly basic. There was all this talk about how the women would turn against one another, but even that seemed limited to just two individuals, making the conflict feel simplistic and hollow. 👎 Ultimately, the movie failed to leave any meaningful impact on me, and I found it to be rather mediocre.

It is quite interesting to note that the franchise actually boasts three sequels, all of which were released directly to video: Bring It On Again, All or Nothing, and Win It. I haven't had the chance to sit down and watch them myself. However, a fourth installment, Fight to the Finish, is arriving soon, featuring Christina Milian in the lead role.

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The movie hits theaters here in the States on May 21st. The trailer looks fantastic, so I’m definitely planning to catch it. However, I have some reservations because Michael Bay is producing this one—and he’s also behind films like The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, The Amityville horror, and Friday the 13th, which doesn't exactly inspire confidence.

Michael Bay is also set to produce the remake of A Nightmare on Elm Street 😬

Right now, there's a somewhat similar film playing in American cinemas called The Haunting in Connecticut.

To prepare myself for this release, I think I'll rewatch The Exorcism of Emily Rose. It reminds me of An American Haunting, though in my opinion, that one didn't quite hit the mark.