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Re: Movies You Just Watched Discussion
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Spider-Man 3 *** 1/2
(First Viewing)
Peter Parker has finally managed to piece together the once-broken parts of his life, maintaining a balance between his relationship with Mary-Jane and his responsibility as Spider-Man. But more challenges arise for our young hero. Peter's old friend Harry Obsourne has set out for revenge against Peter; taking up the mantle of his late father's persona as The New Goblin, and Peter must also capture Uncle Ben's real killer, Flint Marko, who has been transformed into his toughest foe yet, the Sandman. All hope seems lost when suddenly Peter's suit turns jet-black and greatly amplifies his powers. But it also begins to greatly amplify the much darker qualities of Peter's personality that he begins to lose himself to. Peter has to reach deep inside himself to free the compassionate hero he used to be if he is to ever conquer the darkness within and face not only his greatest enemies, but also...himself.
My pick to be the highest grossing film of the year but it wasn't as great as I had anticipated. I'm not quite sure what my expectations were for the film prior to seeing it, but it didn't have the same affect 300 and Grindhouse had on me (which was an IMMEDIATE secong viewing ASAP). The action sequences were great however I felt some of them were a bit choppy due to the extreme use of CGI and the lighting. I'm also not the biggest Sandman fan and thought they tried to cram too much into this film. They could have easily left it at Venom and the New Goblin.
The first is still my favorite movie of the trilogy and I really can't see this franchise going on without Tobey Maguire and Sam Raimi (although unfortunately it might). This is definitely the best comic book franchise ever in terms of the films. Each of these films is great whereas Batman and Superman had some bumps in the road, nothing has slowed down Spider-Man. I saw Spider-Man 3 last night and I think Irish's review is fair, although I think 3 1/2 stars is a bit generous. I'd give it 2 1/2 to 3. I think this series works on many levels. Of course it's a superhero movie but it's also a love story and at many times an outright comedy. I enjoyed it but I think it just had too much going on. I found Sandman a bit too sympathetic and I thought that Venom could have been fleshed out a bit more. Had they concentrated on one villain instead of two maybe they would have had time to do so. James Franco was great. He has that rare ability to make you love him then hate him in the blink of an eye. I find Harry's character to be the most tragic of the trilogy. If it's the end of the franchise (as we know it anyway) I think the ending was very fitting.
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Re: Movies You Just Watched Discussion
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Spiderman-4 is planned for 2009 the last I read......umm yeah Who's supposed to star ?
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Re: Movies You Just Watched Discussion
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Not sure yet the last I heard, but I think trilogies are fine. I hated the ending of SM-3, but still. They start milking these franchises for all they are worth, and the 3rd installment was HORRIBLE, it had nothing on the first 2. I hated the end, too. Sandman walking off into the sunset like some smpathetic anti-hero was ridiculous and Harry getting killed off was a bad idea. Watching the Goblin and Spider-Man in action together was the best part of the movie. I know they have to stay true to the comic book but they could have looked the other way in the name of entertainment.
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Re: Movies You Just Watched Discussion
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And not once, NOT ONCE, did an assistant somewhere say "Hey, lets spring for the $40 to get MaryJane a bra?" Or let's get her teeth fixed.
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Re: Movies You Just Watched Discussion
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I guess we were looking at different things  lol Hey Junior, I might be, er, 40 something but I'm not dead!! 
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Re: Movies You Just Watched Discussion
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Try $300 million for SPIDER-MAN 3. No, I don't know where the cash went. I mean, remember last summer when the media shat on SUPERMAN RETURNS for costing $225+ million? My My time flies!
Pizzaboy, Irishman is the Salvation Army/Goodwill of criticism. If he likes a flick, he really likes it. If he hates it, its pure hatred. Seriously, he and Ebert should go out for booze sometime and talk about that quaint method of ratings.
I haven't seen SPIDER-MAN 3, but jesus the hate against it on the internet reminds me of the insane levels that BATMAN & ROBIN, THE PHANTOM MENACE*, and others got.
*=Speaking of that, anyone bust a laugh when George Lucas called SPIDERMAN 3 silly? I haven't seen SM3, but considering that Lucas' bullshit with the prequels....I don't he has shit to shit on SM3.
In other words, its like if Brett Ratner criticized Richard Donner for directing formulaic cop action/comedy sequels to the nill point? You know, hypocrisy?
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Re: Movies You Just Watched Discussion
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P.S. - I bet that you're gonna assault on Danny Trejo's ass when you watch DELTA FARCE, right? I have no plans to see Delta FarceBut you did for EPIC MOVIE? I won't ever see it, but I won't hold it against you if you do want to see it. I mean, someone on these boards have to take the bullet for the rest of us. I'm have a gluttony for punishment I guess seeing as how I've seen BOTH Date Movie and Epic Movie (twice)
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Re: Movies You Just Watched Discussion
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Spiderman-4 is planned for 2009 the last I read......umm yeah The villains are supposed to be But yes, I've also heard Sony plans on doing at least 3 more. All I can say is GIVE ME KRAVEN!
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Re: Movies You Just Watched Discussion
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P.S. - I bet that you're gonna assault on Danny Trejo's ass when you watch DELTA FARCE, right? I have no plans to see Delta FarceBut you did for EPIC MOVIE? I won't ever see it, but I won't hold it against you if you do want to see it. I mean, someone on these boards have to take the bullet for the rest of us. I'm have a gluttony for punishment I guess seeing as how I've seen BOTH Date Movie and Epic Movie (twice) Ouch. Maybe you go out with your girl next time, she'll put clothespins on your nipples. Double the pleasure!
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Re: Movies You Just Watched Discussion
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Spiderman-4 is planned for 2009 the last I read......umm yeah The villains are supposed to be But yes, I've also heard Sony plans on doing at least 3 more. All I can say is GIVE ME KRAVEN! All I say is....No More.
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Re: Movies You Just Watched Discussion
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The Fountain  (First Viewing) Spanning over one thousand years, and three parallel stories, The Fountain is a story of love, death, spirituality, and the fragility of our existence in this world. I know I didn't understand everything that happened in this movie but I still enjoyed it nonetheless. Hugh Jackman has put together some good films since the original X-Men and his 2 latest The Prestige and The Fountain are just what he needs to throttle him as an A-list actor (if he isn't one already). I still need to see Pi but I did enjoy Darren Aronofsky's Requiem for a Dream and The Fountain. I wonder what took him so long to make another film? 6 years its been. In any case, I'm eagerly anticipating the next film that he's writing, Lone Wolf and Cub for a 2008 release!
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Re: Movies You Just Watched Discussion
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The Fountain (First Viewing) Spanning over one thousand years, and three parallel stories, The Fountain is a story of love, death, spirituality, and the fragility of our existence in this world. I know I didn't understand everything that happened in this movie but I still enjoyed it nonetheless. Hugh Jackman has put together some good films since the original X-Men and his 2 latest The Prestige and The Fountain are just what he needs to throttle him as an A-list actor (if he isn't one already). I still need to see Pi but I did enjoy Darren Aronofsky's Requiem for a Dream and The Fountain. I wonder what took him so long to make another film? 6 years its been. In any case, I'm eagerly anticipating the next film that he's writing, Lone Wolf and Cub for a 2008 release! What took 6 years? Try an aborted BATMAN: YEAR ONE film project with Frank Miller. Now thats a script you should try to read sometime. Imagine Miller's macho-forceful narrative, but neutered with insanely stupid shit(Alfred is a black mechanic, the Batmobile is a cadillac, and Batman kills everyone in sight!) Nevermind THE FOUNTAIN initially began as a $70+ million movie with Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett. When Pitt got moviestar prima-donna pissy, he quit and the movie was "toned down" for $35 million with Jackman and Darren A's wife Weisz. Who says LONE WOLF & CUB* is his next? He's got that Boston boxing movie next with Matt Damon and Mark Whalberg, and that ballet movie. My money is on the boxing flick being next. *=IMDB.com aint reliable at all. Anyone can post info. I should try to pencil in VEGA BROTHERS for 2008, and you'll report it earnestly. But, glad you liked the movie.
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Re: Movies You Just Watched Discussion
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Dark Blue 1/2 (First Viewing) Set in the Los Angeles Police Department in April 1992, Dark Blue is a dramatic thriller that takes place just days before the acquittal of four white officers in the beating of black motorist Rodney King and the subsequent L.A. riots. In this racially-charged climate,the LAPD's elite Special Investigations Squad (SIS) is assigned a high-profile quadruple homicide. As they work the case, veteran detective Eldon Perry, known for his tough street tactics and fiery temper, tutors SIS rookie Bobby Keough in the grim realities of police intimidation and corruption. Meanwhile, Assistant Chief Holland, the only man in the department willing to stand up to the SIS, threatens to end Perry's brand of singlehanded "justice" on the Los Angeles streets. While navigating through the tumultuous neighborhoods of South Central L.A., Perry and Keough must track down cold-blooded killers and face their own demons, which prove to be more ruthless than the criminals they pursue. Director Ron Shelton had a pretty decent career going with Bull Durham, White Men Can't Jump, Cobb and Tin Cup until his final 3 projects: Play It To The Bone, Dark Blue and Hollywood Homicide. Same thing goes for Kurt Russell. Hopefully Grindhouse will revive his career although that's doubtful now since it was considered a dud at the box office.
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Reminded me of just how popular that movie was at the time. Whethr you like/liked Disco or not, Travolta had some great moves that's for sure. 
And, I'm sure that the BeeGees had no idea how big their music would be because of that movie. It was fun and reminiscent to watch again. 