[demonrail666]

 

Three Colours Red

It seems almost cliched to heap praise on Kieslowski but I really do think this is an out and out masterpiece and, for me, his best film. And definitely one of my favourite climaxes (assuming you've also seen Blue and White) of any film I've seen.

[SuchFriendsAreDangerous]

The Take

starring

 

Billy D Williams

[LifeDistortion]

Its been awhile since I've seen the Three Colors Trilogy, I liked it. I wish Kieslowski had a chance to do his Heaven/Hell/Purgatory trilogy. I haven't seen "Hell", did they ever make it? Did they ever make Purgatory?

[demonrail666]

The Heaven Hell and Purgatory films were written with the intention that other filmmakers would direct them but as far as I know, nobody's made Purgatory yet. I haven't seen Heaven or Hell. Is Heaven any good?

[Murmer99]

cry baby is a fun movie, though I don't have the stomach to tolerate a lot of john waters' releases.

[LifeDistortion]

I thought "Heaven" was good. Its directed by Tom Tykwer who directed "Run Lola Run" and "The Princess and the Warrior". I think given his interest in movies about fate and a couple overcoming obstacles to be together, its right up Tykwer's alley.

[stu666]

 

[Murmer99]

 

7/10

[demonrail666]

Originally Posted by Murmer99

 

7/10

That's one of my fave Fulcis. Although I love the full-on excess of Zombie Flesheaters (as it's known in the UK) I increasingly prefer his more restrained (by his standards) gothic stuff like House by the Cemetery, City of the Living Dead and (his best film for me) The Beyond. I love it when Fulci gets all gloomy.

[Murmer99]

I can't really say much about the movie that's bad. 7/10 just feels right, and is a fine rating. For some reason, House by the Cemetery had the most disquieting atmosphere and build up I can remember from watching a film by Fulci. It really is rare to see a movie so dependent on its overall mood that works as effectively as it did here. Another strange Fulci moment that I can't recall seeing before in my life was the bat scene. It was unsettling to watch that for the first time. What's that movie where the tarantulas walk all over the corpse and eat it? was it the beyond? and the zombie vs. shark part in Zombie that I mentioned a while back. I love how bizarre those scenes came off and I loved the music in HOTC as well.

I haven't seen City of the Living Dead.

[demonrail666]

Yeah, 'disquieting' is a good way of describing it. And you're right, the spider scene is from The Beyond. I suppose Fulci's reputation is built on those kinds of outre set-pieces but in retrospect I think they often cheapened a lot of his movies - I love The Beyond but have to admit some of the set-pieces, like the one including the spiders, while a lot of fun, is ultimately a bit silly, really. The only film that they really work in for me is Zombie Flesheaters, which never takes itself too seriously from the beginning.

[Murmer99]

 

Ok, I think this is my favorite movie of all time. This goes back to what I was saying a few pages ago about the importance of silence and how it's often underappreciated. The opening scene is my favorite scene ever shot. What it did for me is most likely different from Fellini's intentions, I'm not sure. I got the feeling of being surrounded by the impersonal side of people and the pressures of dealing with them. They poke away at you persistently as you try to escape those pressures... as he is evidently trying to escape from something... which culminates in the iconic scene where the guy on the shore pulls the rope as Mastroianni goes flying down towards the ocean. The entire experience of this film is like a dream, and I'm most captivated by this quality in others like La Dolce Vita (my second favorite of his). It's a movie that remains fresh every time you watch it. There is a lot to take in, and it's always a treat to go into it and notice or look at something in a new way.

10/10, a rare one. Perfect.

@demonrail

it does look a bit fake, but I was admittedly disturbed by it nonetheless. The Beyond was much better to me the second time I saw it, which was two days ago. The scenes with the blind girl were undoubtedly the creepiest. He really masters a disturbing atmosphere that has gotten my attention. I do love the scene where the blind girl runs out of the house into the woods, and it's repeated but quieter, and from different angles. For some reason, that part moved me the most even though it was brief.

[!@#$%!]

Originally Posted by Murmer99

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Ok, I think this is my favorite movie of all time. This goes back to what I was saying a few pages ago about the importance of silence and how it's often underappreciated. The opening scene is my favorite scene ever shot. What it did for me is most likely different from Fellini's intentions, I'm not sure. I got the feeling of being surrounded by the impersonal side of people and the pressures of dealing with them. They poke away at you persistently as you try to escape those pressures... as he is evidently trying to escape from something... which culminates in the iconic scene where the guy on the shore pulls the rope as Mastroianni goes flying down towards the ocean. The entire experience of this film is like a dream, and I'm most captivated by this quality in others like La Dolce Vita (my second favorite of his). It's a movie that remains fresh every time you watch it. There is a lot to take in, and it's always a treat to go into it and notice or look at something in a new way.

10/10, a rare one. Perfect.

unfortunately i must spread more butter, etc. but FUCK YES. on eveyr count.

my favorite moment is when he hides under the table like a little kid.

though maybe i like la dolce vita a little more. or no... asa nisi masa!

[fugazifan]

Originally Posted by Murmer99

 

Ok, I think this is my favorite movie of all time. This goes back to what I was saying a few pages ago about the importance of silence and how it's often underappreciated. The opening scene is my favorite scene ever shot. What it did for me is most likely different from Fellini's intentions, I'm not sure. I got the feeling of being surrounded by the impersonal side of people and the pressures of dealing with them. They poke away at you persistently as you try to escape those pressures... as he is evidently trying to escape from something... which culminates in the iconic scene where the guy on the shore pulls the rope as Mastroianni goes flying down towards the ocean. The entire experience of this film is like a dream, and I'm most captivated by this quality in others like La Dolce Vita (my second favorite of his). It's a movie that remains fresh every time you watch it. There is a lot to take in, and it's always a treat to go into it and notice or look at something in a new way.

10/10, a rare one. Perfect.

i agree with everything you said, its my favorite movie as well. it is also really funny, something that isnt discussed as much. and for me, my favorite is the last scene (and all of the others) i am a big fan of dance and carnival. the last scene of this movie is basically my favorite "thing" ever, as in favorite film scene favorite music favorite imaginary. just perfect.

[Dr. Eugene Felikson]

 

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I've never understood why so many people hate this movie. The jokes are funny, Howard is convincing, the cast is wonderful (Lea Thompson, Jeffrey Jones, and Tim Robbins), the crude 80's CGI is great, and the stop-motion animation towards the end is even more impressive.

Every time I watch this movie, I enjoy it. No matter how old I am. This has the same amount of charm as the first Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle movie, except with a raunchier sense of humor.

9/10

 

My first time seeing it in full. I'm intrigued by Lucas' non-Star Wars related efforts and I've gotta say - I like what I see very much so.

Lucas paints a wonderfully fun portrayal of his beloved decade, and even manages to get great performances out of his cast, which is almost shocking to anyone who has seen any of the more recent Star Wars films (I can't stand Hayden Christensen in anything he's in). In fact, this really reminded me of a Linklater film - except way before Richard's time in the industry. Anyone else feel that? It just feels so free-flowing, without any real central star at all.

I was confused by the ending. Where a few main characters pictures showed up and there was a brief description of what happens to each after the events of the film. Is this based on Lucas' friends and him? I don't quite understand.

Anywho, I'm watching THX 1138 tonight. It looks trippier than hell. I wish Lucas would break through his Star Wars nutshell and make something fresh and original again. His heart obviously isn't anywhere near that franchise anymore.

[Dr. Eugene Felikson]

Originally Posted by stu666

 

How is this?

I've always found Svankmajer's stuff to be really rad.

[Dr. Eugene Felikson]

Originally Posted by Murmer99

 

Ok, I think this is my favorite movie of all time.

10/10, a rare one. Perfect.

I've only seen 2 Fellini films. I really liked 8 1/2, and loathed La Dolce Vita. LDV left such a bad taste in my mouth.

Amarcord looks very visually stimulating and queer, I think I'd like that one a lot. Satyricon seems it would bore me.

ha

Originally Posted by Murmer99

 

7/10

That's a pretty fair assessment. I'd probably score it with an 8.

[Murmer99]

8 1/2 has made me cry once for how much I identify with it. Shame that you were disappointed with La Dolce Vita, it is easily one of my favorites I've ever seen. Definitely check out Amarcord though.

House by the Cemetery had some dry moments for me, but I can watch it many times and enjoy it for its atmosphere. I've enjoyed everything by Fulci to some degree.

[Murmer99]

Originally Posted by fugazifan

i agree with everything you said, its my favorite movie as well. it is also really funny, something that isnt discussed as much. and for me, my favorite is the last scene (and all of the others) i am a big fan of dance and carnival. the last scene of this movie is basically my favorite "thing" ever, as in favorite film scene favorite music favorite imaginary. just perfect.

yes, the lights at the carnival fade gradually until it becomes pitch black and it ends. Perfect opening, ending, everything! It is funny... and part of its beauty is the depth it has with elements such as humor, sadness, imagery, and everyone involved did an impeccable job with their roles. I obviously agree.

[Dr. Eugene Felikson]

What exactly is so good about La Dolce Vita? I've never understood it. I hear it praised all the time.

EDIT: serious question