Last Movie You Watched

[SonicMan46]

Cheers Dave. I had not thought of the phone situation BTW. It was a film that I really liked. I always felt that the trilogy was one of the great Romance/Love stories on film, actually.

Hi again Aligreto - I own only the first film, The Matrix - I did see the others on release but did not make a purchase, likely did not like them as much and probably will not revisit the sequels - interestingly, a 4th Matrix film is in production for a release this December, although I suspect the COVID pandemic has delayed or suspended its making, don't know?  Dave

The first film was an important critical and commercial success, winning four Academy Awards, introducing popular culture symbols such as the red pill and blue pill, and influencing action filmmaking. For those reasons it has been added to the National Film Registry for preservation.[1] Its first sequel was also a commercial success, becoming the highest-grossing R-rated film in history, until it was surpassed by Deadpool in 2016. As of 2006, the franchise has generated $3 billion in revenue. A fourth Matrix film is in development for its December 22, 2021 release, with Lana Wachowski producing, co-writing and directing and Reeves and Moss reprising their roles.(Source)

[aligreto]

Hi again Aligreto - I own only the first film, The Matrix - I did see the others on release but did not make a purchase, likely did not like them as much and probably will not revisit the sequels - interestingly, a 4th Matrix film is in production for a release this December, although I suspect the COVID pandemic has delayed or suspended its making, don't know?  Dave

Cheers, Dave 

[Pohjolas Daughter]

That's right. I am grateful for the English subtitles. Might have been Shatner's greatest acting challenge.

I see that it had been lost in a French film vault for 35 years.  I wonder whether or not Mr. Shatner might have hoped that it would have stayed there?    Could be fun to watch though.

PD

[Karl Henning]

(* chortle *)

It plays and looks like an exceptionally good feature-length Outer Limits episode, PD, exquisitely shot by Conrad Hall.

[André]

(* chortle *)

It plays and looks like an exceptionally good feature-length Outer Limits episode, PD, exquisitely shot by Conrad Hall.

Apart from a few naysayers, reviews on Amazon are very positive. It certainly looks like something very different from your usual sci-fi movie.

The Outer Limits was a great series, my brother and myself would watch it almost religiously - never mind that I was sometimes scared out of my wits  . I'm surprised our parents let us watch it  .

[George]

Second time through this one.

[drogulus]

Second time through this one.

     I should see this one again. If you like timelooper sci fi I recommend Predestination.

[Madiel]

Hi again Aligreto - I own only the first film, The Matrix - I did see the others on release but did not make a purchase, likely did not like them as much and probably will not revisit the sequels - interestingly, a 4th Matrix film is in production for a release this December, although I suspect the COVID pandemic has delayed or suspended its making, don't know?  Dave

When I went to see the 3rd Matrix film at the cinema, part of the purpose was to establish whether I could buy the 1st one on DVD and try very hard to pretend the sequels never happened.

And that was the outcome. No.2 was not that great, but No.3 was frankly one of the most boring movies I'd ever sat through.

[milk]

Hubba Hubba, Hoo-Ha, Yowza, Hubba Bubba, Blimey, Zoinks!!!!!!
This movie is hottt. It sizzles.

[SonicMan46]

Blade Runner (1982) w/ Harrison Ford, Rutger Hauer, Sean Young, and Edward James Olmos - my son owns the version below w/ a digital copy which he gave me a 'pass' to watch using our MoviesAnywhere accounts; so I streamed the 4K UHD 'Final Cut' version - now considered a neo-noir Sci-Fi cult classic (more HERE) - the video/audio looked just outstanding on my 4K HDTV; review of the physical package for those interested.  Highly recommended for fans of the film and to those who may have never seen it (4K version available for rental or purchase on iTunes, if you have the equipment).  Dave

[Karl Henning]

Blade Runner (1982) w/ Harrison Ford, Rutger Hauer, Sean Young, and Edward James Olmos - my son owns the version below w/ a digital copy which he gave me a 'pass' to watch using our MoviesAnywhere accounts; so I streamed the 4K UHD 'Final Cut' version - now considered a neo-noir Sci-Fi cult classic (more HERE) - the video/audio looked just outstanding on my 4K HDTV; review of the physical package for those interested.  Highly recommended for fans of the film and to those who may have never seen it (4K version available for rental or purchase on iTunes, if you have the equipment).  Dave

Still a great favorite.

[aligreto]

Sound of Metal





A rock drummer experiences a rather sudden loss of his hearing. This film depicts the effects that has on his life and his relationship with his performing partner and wife. Very interesting and worth a watch. A strong performance from Riz Ahmed.

[Karl Henning]

So I've finally watched David Lean's Oliver Twist and Great Expectations.

[SonicMan46]

So I've finally watched David Lean's Oliver Twist and Great Expectations.

Hi Karl - several favorite productions of Dickens' classics in my collection - was just curious which ones I owned - Criterion has both in DVD format; own their 'Oliver Twist'; the 'Great Expectations' BD received a good review HERE, for those interested (reviewer did feel that it still outdid the Criterion DVD) - great films!  Dave

 

[steve ridgway]

So I've finally watched David Lean's Oliver Twist and Great Expectations.

I wish I'd been able to watch Great Expectations before doing an exam on it in school. It would have saved several months of tiresome reading.

[SonicMan46]

The Father (2021) w/ Anthony Hopkins, Olivia Colman, and others - short synopsis below from Rotten Tomatoes, 98% critics rating there.  The Oscars are this Sunday and we have now seen just 3 of the nominated films (others are 'Nomadland' and 'Mank' - the list of all 8 nominations quoted below).  Tonight we plan to stream 'The Trial of the Chicago 7' off Netflix.  Dave

Anthony is 80, mischievous, living defiantly alone and rejecting the carers that his daughter, Anne, encouragingly introduces. Yet help is also becoming a necessity for Anne; she can't make daily visits anymore and Anthony's grip on reality is unraveling. As we experience the ebb and flow of his memory, how much of his own identity and past can Anthony cling to? How does Anne cope as she grieves the loss of her father, while he still lives and breathes before her? THE FATHER warmly embraces real life, through loving reflection upon the vibrant human condition; heart-breaking and uncompromisingly poignant -- a movie that nestles in the truth of our own lives. (Source)

Best Picture Nominees: "The Father", "Judas and the Black Messiah", "Mank", "Minari", "Nomadland", "Promising Young Woman", "Sound of Metal", "The Trial of the Chicago 7"

 

[aligreto]

The Father (2021) w/ Anthony Hopkins, Olivia Colman, and others - short synopsis below from Rotten Tomatoes, 98% critics rating there.  The Oscars are this Sunday and we have now seen just 3 of the nominated films (others are 'Nomadland' and 'Mank' - the list of all 8 nominations quoted below).  Tonight we plan to stream 'The Trial of the Chicago 7' off Netflix.  Dave

 

That sounds like something that we would enjoy, Dave.

[SonicMan46]

That sounds like something that we would enjoy, Dave. - RE: The Father w/ Anthony Hopkins

Hi Aligreto - excellent film relative to the topic w/ Hopkins portraying gradual memory loss well - back in the mid-70s after my radiology residency, I owed Uncle Sam 2 years in the Army; was one of four radiologists at Ft. Bragg (Fayetteville, NC - the first or second largest base at the time and probably still) - one of my colleagues who stayed in Southern Pines (famous for golf) called me a few years back and asked 'who' I was? - I explained but he did not remember me at all - a scary experience - wife and I are in our 70s now and indeed the film was unsettling - highly recommended.  Dave

[SimonNZ]

How is this amazing one of a kind film not more famous? How could I not have seen it before now?

Once again some of the most creative photography I've seen in any film, all the more remarkable because It's done in super-long constantly moving shots (but without any of the slow-pace feel you get when Bela Tarr does that).

War presented as the games of grown children, little more than "You chase me then I chase you" and all the make it up as you go along of such.

Supposedly commissioned to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Russian Revolution. The Russian authorities were appalled.

Must explore more by this Hungarian director Miklós Jancsó who I don't know at all.

[aligreto]

Hi Aligreto - excellent film relative to the topic w/ Hopkins portraying gradual memory loss well - back in the mid-70s after my radiology residency, I owed Uncle Sam 2 years in the Army; was one of four radiologists at Ft. Bragg (Fayetteville, NC - the first or second largest base at the time and probably still) - one of my colleagues who stayed in Southern Pines (famous for golf) called me a few years back and asked 'who' I was? - I explained but he did not remember me at all - a scary experience - wife and I are in our 70s now and indeed the film was unsettling - highly recommended.  Dave

Hi Dave,
Interesting stories and comments there. Thank you. I am a very long term fan of Hopkins so I look forward to seeing this one.