What was the last movie you've seen?
Re: What was the last movie you've seen?
Haha this forum is great. Yes it was REPO: A Genetic Opera I was talking about. I suck with names, titles, etc. If Emilio was in there trying to sing I would have never attempted to watch it.
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Snickerd00dle
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Re: What was the last movie you've seen?
ha,that would be weird, i've heard Repo: Gen Opera was pretty good thoughmiked wrote:Haha this forum is great. Yes it was REPO: A Genetic Opera I was talking about. I suck with names, titles, etc. If Emilio was in there trying to sing I would have never attempted to watch it.
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darthmunky
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Re: What was the last movie you've seen?
I recently watched the latest Harry Potter movie. I don't even like Harry Potter, I just watch it when a new one comes out because I've seen the others. It was entertaining but I prob won't ever watch it again.
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Sword of the Stranger
Set during Japan's feudal period 'Sword of the Stranger' tells the story of a young orphan boy named Kotaro who finds himself pursued by ruthless group of soldiers in the employ of China's Ming Emperor. With no idea as to why he is being chased Kotaro desperately enlists the help of a mysterious ronin named Nanashi (literally meaning Nameless or No Name) who has the curious habit of fighting with his sword sheathed, although this doesn't appear to make his skills any less lethal. As the reasons behind the Ming's pursuit become apparent Nanashi finds himself having to relive and face up to the past that has for many years haunted him if he is to have any chance of saving Kotaro from his would-be captors.
Directed by first-timer Masahiro Andō and produced by Bones 'Sword of the Stranger' is a real visual treat. The high-octane fight scenes are lavishly animated and expertly choreographed with a visceral sense of speed, but that's not to say the scenes without action aren't just as beautifully presented. The artwork and animation remain consistently excellent throughout and while some may find the colour palette subdued, the scenes of wanton bloodshed provide a stark contrast against the almost ethereal depiction of the landscape.
In terms of the story 'Sword of the Stranger' does nothing you won't have seen before, but has the definite virtue of not trying to do too much. The film is expertly paced, never once dragging or out-staying it's welcome - a pleasant suprise considering this is Masahiro's directorial debut. The characters will seem pretty standard to most, Kotaro is initially standoffish and reluctant to show his vulnerability while Nanashi attempts to hide his wounded past through humour and an anti-hero attitude straight out of a Clint Eastwood western. Ultimately events force both Kotaro and Nanashi to open up and trust each other, but the point is never forced home and feels like a natural progression for the characters.
Overall 'Sword of the Stranger' is a spectacular achievement and not just for the superlative animation. The characters are believable and more importantly likeable, the story is entirely engaging without ever feeling bloated, the music is suitably epic and the visuals are thoroughly intoxicating, the end result is a highly enjoyable anime feature that remains entertaining from start to finish.
9/10
Sword of the Stranger
Set during Japan's feudal period 'Sword of the Stranger' tells the story of a young orphan boy named Kotaro who finds himself pursued by ruthless group of soldiers in the employ of China's Ming Emperor. With no idea as to why he is being chased Kotaro desperately enlists the help of a mysterious ronin named Nanashi (literally meaning Nameless or No Name) who has the curious habit of fighting with his sword sheathed, although this doesn't appear to make his skills any less lethal. As the reasons behind the Ming's pursuit become apparent Nanashi finds himself having to relive and face up to the past that has for many years haunted him if he is to have any chance of saving Kotaro from his would-be captors.
Directed by first-timer Masahiro Andō and produced by Bones 'Sword of the Stranger' is a real visual treat. The high-octane fight scenes are lavishly animated and expertly choreographed with a visceral sense of speed, but that's not to say the scenes without action aren't just as beautifully presented. The artwork and animation remain consistently excellent throughout and while some may find the colour palette subdued, the scenes of wanton bloodshed provide a stark contrast against the almost ethereal depiction of the landscape.
In terms of the story 'Sword of the Stranger' does nothing you won't have seen before, but has the definite virtue of not trying to do too much. The film is expertly paced, never once dragging or out-staying it's welcome - a pleasant suprise considering this is Masahiro's directorial debut. The characters will seem pretty standard to most, Kotaro is initially standoffish and reluctant to show his vulnerability while Nanashi attempts to hide his wounded past through humour and an anti-hero attitude straight out of a Clint Eastwood western. Ultimately events force both Kotaro and Nanashi to open up and trust each other, but the point is never forced home and feels like a natural progression for the characters.
Overall 'Sword of the Stranger' is a spectacular achievement and not just for the superlative animation. The characters are believable and more importantly likeable, the story is entirely engaging without ever feeling bloated, the music is suitably epic and the visuals are thoroughly intoxicating, the end result is a highly enjoyable anime feature that remains entertaining from start to finish.
9/10
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Spider-Man wasn't really that great in the first place, plot wise. And the special effects, once decent, now suck. I never really thought the Spider-Man trilogy was that great.Luke wrote:Watched THE DARK KNIGHT again last night. I think a decade from now it will still be a great movie. Spider-Man on the other hand looks like garbage now.
prfsnl_gmr wrote:There is nothing feigned about it. What I wrote is a display of actual moral superiority.
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Snickerd00dle
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Re: What was the last movie you've seen?
In the spirit of Christmas I watched Santa Claus Conquers the Martians, next is Santa Claus, where Santa has to fight one of Satan's demons...Pitch!
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AWESOME!
Also, glad to hear that so many people liked REPO! The Genetic Opera.
Got that off of Cult of UHF. Gotta transfer it to my iPod, so I can watch it on my TV (my A/V cable doesn't work with my iPod touch).Snickerd00dle wrote:In the spirit of Christmas I watched Santa Claus Conquers the Martians, next is Santa Claus, where Santa has to fight one of Satan's demons...Pitch!
I second that notion.Snickerd00dle wrote:I watched the Toxic Avenger last night, amazing. If you haven't seen this movie yet, you owe it to yourself to watch it.
I actually have The Complete Toxic Avenger, with all four movies (sadly, pt1 isn't the 21st Anniv. version and the 2nd and 3rd versions are from what I've heard the R-rated versions) and all 13 episodes of the cartoon series.
I also have the novelization and the cast recording for the musical adaptation.
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^^
The version of TA i have is actually the 21st anniversary one which was a nice find, what is the difference between the R rated versions and the uncut of the 2nd and 3rd
The version of TA i have is actually the 21st anniversary one which was a nice find, what is the difference between the R rated versions and the uncut of the 2nd and 3rd
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I plan on getting the 21st anniversary edition, which should have been included in the boxset.Snickerd00dle wrote:^^
The version of TA i have is actually the 21st anniversary one which was a nice find, what is the difference between the R rated versions and the uncut of the 2nd and 3rd
And I think the uncut versions have more violence, and maybe more sex.
Re: What was the last movie you've seen?
I have seen a movie called "dot"
its about 3 guys trying to make big bucks in the .com bubble, its a huge satire of the whole process and I thought it was really funny and should appeal to the tastes of most of you, and I thought it was done really well.
The movie is really obscure, I hardly could find anything about it on the internet.
I also like obscure shows/movies , I got no idea why
its about 3 guys trying to make big bucks in the .com bubble, its a huge satire of the whole process and I thought it was really funny and should appeal to the tastes of most of you, and I thought it was done really well.
The movie is really obscure, I hardly could find anything about it on the internet.
I also like obscure shows/movies , I got no idea why