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Participants wiredfoxTerry Wilson5Thomas Hayeshiddenmarlin14neonskipper2George Campbell52Andrew Bennett15Keith Ward2Charles Bailey2slyraven27
Terry Wilson5 Terry Wilson5 Newcomer
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#81 ·
Killer topic, wiredfox!!!
wiredfox wiredfox NewcomerOP
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#82 ·
Terry Wilson5 said:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0116367/

I’m pretty sure almost everyone has seen this one, but if you haven't, it absolutely has to be next on your list.
I’ll admit, I’ve always had a bit of a bias against George Clooney, but man, this movie really proves why he’s such a powerhouse. It feels like a collaboration between Rodriguez and Tarantino—just another absolute masterpiece of chaos. And honestly, that plot twist? Easily one of the most shocking moments ever put on screen. Then there's that final line, "Let me ask you something... have you ever been in this bar before?" Well, now I know, because I definitely haven't! And the look on Clooney's face afterward... just incredible. It's truly a brilliant film, driven by those signature sharp, snappy dialogues we love from Tarantino and Rodriguez.

It’s easily one of the three Clooney films that I can’t stop thinking about.

It's actually really cool.
Thomas Hayes Thomas Hayes Active Member
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#83 ·
Terry Wilson5 said:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0116367/

Most people have probably seen this one, but if you haven't, it absolutely needs to be next on your list.
I’ve always had a bit of a bias against George Clooney—just a little thing, really—but man, he really proves why he’s a star in this one. It's like watching Rodriguez and Tarantino team up for another masterpiece of pure chaos. And honestly? That twist is easily one of the biggest shocks in cinema history. Plus, that final line, "Let me ask you something... have you ever been in this bar before?" Well, I haven't! Why would I? Then you just see Clooney's face... absolute genius. This movie is all about those killer dialogues that Tarantino and Rodriguez do so well.

So, how many times did you get lucky with Salma Hayek?
Terry Wilson5 Terry Wilson5 Newcomer
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#84 ·
Thomas Hayes said:How many times did you go at Salma Hayek?


You mean that scene with the snake? I can't stand those belly dancers. Ugh.
wiredfox wiredfox NewcomerOP
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#85 ·
Thomas Hayes said:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0088338/


Yeah, that one is actually really good.
Terry Wilson5 said:Awesome thread, wiredfox!!!

I know, right?😁
Keith Ward2 Keith Ward2 Newcomer
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#86 ·
Terry Wilson5 said:Keith Ward2 killed it with this one!!!


Man, I just love Yorgos' work.

The Lobster is actually even better in my book.

Just my two cents.
slyraven27 slyraven27 Regular
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#87 ·
It isn't actually a movie—it’s a series—but I truly recommend it for anyone with nerves of steel and a strong stomach. 🙂

"Narcos" completely hooked me, and I have to admit, it was a total bullseye. It is a perfect choice if you have a deep interest in the mechanics of drug cartels, smuggling operations, and systemic corruption. The narrative is based on true events involving Pablo Escobar, the Medellin cartel, and the Cali cartel; the story eventually shifts its focus toward Mexico and the reign of Miguel Ángel Félix Gallardo—the notorious Mexican kingpin often referred to by the aliases el Jefa de Jefes and The Godfather.
Ultimately, you won't be able to look away. 🙂

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3032456/
Thomas Hayes Thomas Hayes Active Member
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#88 ·
wiredfox said:then:

When I grow up, I'm gonna be a kangaroo

man

holy cow

omg, those two guys are just too much :grizesaku:

and it's just totally ridiculous

Honestly, that movie was probably the funniest thing ever filmed in America this century.
wiredfox wiredfox NewcomerOP
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#89 ·
Keith Ward2 said:man, I just love Yorgos' work, he's the best.

I actually think Lobster is even better than his other stuff.

In my humble opinion, anyway.

Honestly, it's all pretty much the same level of garbage.😁
Terry Wilson5 Terry Wilson5 Newcomer
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#90 ·
Keith Ward2 said:Man, I love Yorgos' work.

But Lobster? That one hits harder.

If you ask me...


God, that movie was insane.
The concept was brilliant, but honestly? The execution was messy. It should have been shot way better.
wiredfox wiredfox NewcomerOP
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#91 ·
Thomas Hayes said:Honestly, I don't think there's been a single comedy filmed in America this century that actually hits even half as hard as this one.

It’s just such a mess, really.
Keith Ward2 Keith Ward2 Newcomer
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slyraven27 slyraven27 Regular
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#93 ·
This is an excellent thread, wiredfox. Truly well done!
wiredfox wiredfox NewcomerOP
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#94 ·
Keith Ward2 said:Are you kidding me right now?


https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120663/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3

Man, that is such a classic masterpiece.
Keith Ward2 Keith Ward2 Newcomer
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#95 ·
Terry Wilson5 said:Man, that movie is absolutely unhinged.
The concept is killer, but the execution? Not quite there.


Honestly, I kind of love how messed up it is.😁
wiredfox wiredfox NewcomerOP
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slyraven27 said:It’s actually a series rather than a movie, but I honestly can't recommend it enough—provided you have a pretty strong stomach and nerves of steel. 🙂

I ended up getting hooked on Narcos, and I have to admit, it was a total bullseye for me. If you're the type of person who gets really sucked into the gritty details of drug cartels, smuggling operations, and deep-seated corruption, this is it. It's all based on true stories involving Pablo Escobar, the Medellin cartel, and the Cali cartel, while also following the narrative over to Mexico to cover Miguel Ángel Félix Gallardo—the notorious Mexican drug lord often referred to by his aliases, el Jefa de Jefes and The Godfather.
Honestly, once you start, you just won't be able to look away. 🙂

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2850120/

Man, what a hell of a show. Just incredible.
Thomas Hayes Thomas Hayes Active Member
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#97 ·
wiredfox said:well, he's actually pretty good

I mean...😁

Why do we brush our teeth?
Because guests are coming over.
And what else are we supposed to do for them?😁
Absolute cinematic genius.
Keith Ward2 Keith Ward2 Newcomer
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#98 ·
wiredfox said:as if she's even conscious


guess it's just not happening for the two of us at the movies 😁
slyraven27 slyraven27 Regular
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#99 ·
wiredfox said:damn series, just damn

It absolutely gripped me. Top tier!
wiredfox wiredfox NewcomerOP
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#100 ·
Thomas Hayes said:Why do we even bother brushing our teeth?
It's just because we have guests coming over.
And what else are we going to do with them?😁
Such a brilliant movie.


I really need to sit down and watch it again.😁
Keith Ward2 said:Looks like the two of us aren't going to make it to the theater together.😁

Not a chance, our tastes are worlds apart.😁

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