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The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2009)

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wearyowl29 wearyowl29 Regular
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#61 ·
rustywalker42;37579571 said:
If you’re looking for pure realism, stick to documentaries instead of feature films. And maybe try actually watching the movie instead of just skimming the surface before you start attacking it.

Does my point make a bit more sense to you now that you've had a moment to digest it?

Forgive me, Your Majesty,😉for spitting on your precious masterpiece with all these little financial document tricks and cinematic maneuvers.
I won't do it anymore...😂
until the next opportunity arises!

It’s clear the director got exactly what they wanted, and unfortunately, most people view her that way too. They completely ignore everything she went through—being assaulted as a child, spending half her life in psychiatric wards, then being assaulted again as an adult. If you actually account for all that trauma, it’s hardly surprising she’s a bit different.
I suppose she'd be easier to relate to if she wore pigtails, a pink dress, and acted as sweet as a little kitten. 🙄

In that case, she's totally "wrong." According to some standard psychological profile from the FBI, a cinematic character like that should basically follow the rules of the seventh art: pointy ears slightly damaged from washing, a loud neon hairstyle, a chain piercing through her ear all the way down to her jaw, and maybe even bolted to her tibia with iron... she could probably use that to take out both the director and the cameraman in a single shot. Add in some claws like a Siberian tiger, and she’d have that Xena Warrior Princess sweetness right up until she suddenly wakes up....😁

Pigtails, cute little beauty marks on a button nose, a pink dress, and a lollipop? She can do all that off-set, in her private time.
rustywalker42 rustywalker42 Active Member
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#62 ·
wearyowl29 said:Forgive me, Your Majesty,😉for spitting on your precious little documentary financial tricks and calling out this movie of yours.
I’m done...😂
until further notice!

So, she's just completely delusional. Based on a standard FBI psychological profile, a cinematic psycho like that should follow the rules of the seventh art: pointed ears slightly damaged from washing, a loud-ass neon hairstyle, a chain through her ears all the way down to her jaw, and shackled at the tibia with iron... she could probably take out the director and the cameraman in one shot with that. Throw in some Siberian tiger claws and she’d have that Xena Warrior Princess vibe right up until she suddenly wakes up and goes feral....😁

The pimples, the tiny nose, the pink dress, and the lilac lipstick? She can keep all that off-set, in her private life.

In other words, you've got nothing intelligent to say, so you're just trolling. ☕
wearyowl29 wearyowl29 Regular
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#63 ·
rustywalker42 said:In other words, you've got nothing intelligent to say, so you're just trolling. ☕

Cheers to you and your caffeine addiction!
James Nguyen14 James Nguyen14 Member
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#64 ·
So, I finally finished the second part of the Millennium Trilogy on TV... I heard some people complaining that the sequel was a total snooze fest, but honestly? I thought it was pretty solid. It finally clicked for me just how much Lisbeth has been through... that old guy is such a piece of work... I don't want to spoil too much of the plot, but I really enjoyed the follow-up. Now I’m just counting down the days until next Saturday to see how it all wraps up 😉 and then I'm diving straight into the books 🙂
Rebecca Sanders2 Rebecca Sanders2 Member
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#65 ·
Personally, I think the sequel is worth a watch, but let’s be real—it doesn't even come close to being as gripping or engaging as the first one 🤷
It doesn't matter, though; I'm still looking forward to catching the third installment next Saturday 😬
Donna Fowler3 Donna Fowler3 Member
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#66 ·
The second movie totally killed my vibe for the third one. Since the first film was actually amazing, this sequel felt like such a massive letdown once it hit its peak
SPOILER when she literally dug herself out of her own grave (wait, whose grave?) SPOILER

I was thinking about diving into the books too... does the second book take such a huge dive in quality compared to the first one?
Morgan Rodriguez57 Morgan Rodriguez57 Active Member
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#67 ·
If you actually managed to sit through the second movie, you’ve gotta check out the third one—it’s honestly way better...
Rebecca Sanders2 Rebecca Sanders2 Member
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#68 ·
I agree, that spoiler was way too much, but honestly, the issue goes deeper than just one plot point. The whole movie—from the script to the pacing and general execution—is nowhere near the level of the first one. They aren't even in the same league; they're completely different beasts. The second installment just lacks any real intrigue or excitement. We'll just have to wait and see if the third one manages to pull it together 😁
I’m really hoping that if there's an American sequel, it'll actually be better and take itself more seriously.
slyotter28 slyotter28 Newcomer
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#69 ·
James Nguyen14 said:So, I finally finished the second part of the Millennium Trilogy on TV... I heard some people complaining that the sequel was a total snooze fest, but honestly? I thought it was pretty solid. It finally clicked for me just how much Lisbeth has been through... that old guy is such a piece of work... I don't want to spoil too much of the plot, but I really enjoyed the follow-up. Now I’m just counting down the days until next Saturday to see how it all wraps up 😉 and then I'm diving straight into the books 🙂

I’ve watched it twice already. The second time around definitely hit way harder for me. Honestly, the third movie is probably my favorite of the bunch.
silentcanyon58 silentcanyon58 Active Member
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#70 ·
Wait, were those extended cuts what aired on TV, or was it something else?

Personally, I think the first one is the absolute best, followed by the third. I felt like the second movie lost its way a bit after that incredible first installment... though maybe my expectations were just set too high! But honestly, the third one ties everything together so beautifully. 🙂

By the way, if anyone is curious, I can break down the differences between the theatrical/TV versions and the extended editions. Spoilers ahead, so sorry about that!

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
The Girl Who Played with Fire, pt. 1 and The Girl Who Played with Fire, Pt. 2
The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest
Adam Barrett Adam Barrett Member
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#71 ·
Donna Fowler3 said:The second movie totally killed my vibe for the third one. Since the first film was actually amazing, this sequel felt like such a massive letdown once it hit its peak
SPOILER when she literally dug herself out of her own grave (wait, whose grave?) SPOILER

I was thinking about diving into the books too... does the second book take such a huge dive in quality compared to the first one?

I didn't read the first one, but I basically spat on the second book over on the literature forums specifically because of that spoiler you mentioned. Also, how on earth did she walk through the yard the second time without triggering a motion sensor?
Daniel Perez6 Daniel Perez6 Active Member
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#72 ·
Adam Barrett said:I didn't read the first one, but I basically spat on the second book over on the literature forums specifically because of that spoiler you mentioned. Also, how on earth did she walk through the yard the second time without triggering a motion sensor?

Spoiler:

The book explains it away by saying it was more of a shallow pit and the ground was damp, so she didn't drown instantly and could have potentially dug herself out—but with head wounds and injuries to her thigh? Hell no! :/
Yeah, I totally missed that detail. Maybe it’s because it was daytime? It makes zero sense for the sensors to react to everything since there are animals wandering around—they'd be "beeping" constantly. I don't know...
Daniel Kelly57 Daniel Kelly57 Active Member
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#73 ·
Just finished the sequel and I finally get why that book blew up so much. It’s basically a gritty noir detective story mixed with some soap opera drama. That tall, blue giant in the second part was definitely the highlight for me—man could easily make a career out of playing villains. Can't wait to catch the finale this Saturday. Really hoping they give us a happy ending!
James Nguyen14 James Nguyen14 Member
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#74 ·
Donna Fowler3 said:The second movie totally killed my vibe for the third one. Since the first film was actually amazing, this sequel felt like such a massive letdown once it hit its peak
SPOILER when she literally dug herself out of her own grave (wait, whose grave?) SPOILER

I was thinking about diving into the books too... does the second book take such a huge dive in quality compared to the first one?

😂😂 lol at that spoiler 😂—especially the part about the box of Cheez-Its 😂😂 that was easily the most brutal part for me. Like, wtf... I mean, Lisbeth is tough as nails, I guess, but still... 😉

So I'm just waiting on that third installment now. The TV tie-in is scheduled for Saturday 😛 honestly, I can't wait to finally see how this all wraps up...
steelfox3 steelfox3 Newcomer
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#75 ·
The first installment is leagues ahead of the sequels. It’s a different beast entirely. The second one feels unfinished, almost like a setup just to force you into the third. As for the third? I don't know. It’s like Lisbeth was suddenly juiced up on steroids or something. Still, an excellent trilogy overall. 😬
irontiger29 irontiger29 Member
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#76 ·
I just finished watching both the US and the Swedish versions... which one actually stays truest to the book if you guys have read it?
Daniel Perez6 Daniel Perez6 Active Member
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#77 ·
irontiger29 said:I just finished watching both the US and the Swedish versions... which one actually stays truest to the book if you guys have read it?

Both are based on the novel.
The American version tends to include more plot details, though they did tweak a few facts here and there. The Sweden version basically just sticks to the bare bones.
Adam Barrett Adam Barrett Member
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#78 ·
Daniel Perez6 said:Spoiler:

The book explains it away by saying it was more of a shallow pit and the ground was damp, so she didn't drown instantly and could have potentially dug herself out—but with head wounds and injuries to her thigh? Hell no! :/
Yeah, I totally missed that detail. Maybe it’s because it was daytime? It makes zero sense for the sensors to react to everything since there are animals wandering around—they'd be "beeping" constantly. I don't know...

I'm with you on all of this. I know how they explain the soil situation, but still... it's sketchy as hell, basically impossible. And maybe what you said about the sensors is actually the logic there.
Paul Adams31 Paul Adams31 Newcomer
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#79 ·
Personally, I found the first installment to be superior in terms of pacing and energy, though the second one holds up quite well when compared to the rest of the franchise. I am certainly looking forward to the third 🙂
Adam Barrett Adam Barrett Member
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#80 ·
Finished the third one last night. Even though they messed with the book version quite a bit—including how some characters actually look—it’s decent, but the whole trilogy just feels fake to me. 🤷 Michael and Elizabeth just happen to cross paths, and then lo and behold, they end up together again because some reporter at his office decides to dig into a trafficking case that somehow turns into this wild saga about Elizabeth, 😕 not to mention that ending of the second movie which was peak nonsense.

The only saving grace for this entire series is Elizabeth herself. But like I said on Literature, she’s got those crazy traits that make her worth watching.

Overall? The Millennium Trilogy is just massive amounts of unbelievable bullshit, but the actress playing Elizabeth is killer. She totally deserves an Oscar.

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