Return Of The Film Corner Thread

[jlhoots]

Actual movie theater again to see the multiple Oscar winner Anora.

[ejp626]

On 3/9/2025 at 11:20 AM, jlhoots said:

Actual movie theater again to see the multiple Oscar winner Anora.

I saw Anora a bit over a week ago (right before the Oscars in fact).  I enjoyed it for the most part, though I struggle to see how it was best picture for all of 2024!

Just back from seeing Guidance by Pat Mills.  This screening brought together the director and most of the cast, which was pretty cool.  Such a weird movie. 

 

 

Next weekend I am going to try to squeeze in Mickey 17.

[gmonahan]

I agree about "Anora." I thought several nominees were better. I just saw "I'm Still Here," which did win the best foreign film award, but it was far better than "Anora." Still waiting to see "The Brutalist."

 

[jlhoots]

1 hour ago, gmonahan said:

I agree about "Anora." I thought several nominees were better. I just saw "I'm Still Here," which did win the best foreign film award, but it was far better than "Anora." Still waiting to see "The Brutalist."

 

I'm Still Here was excellent.

What about Conclave? Haven't seen it yet.

[gmonahan]

4 hours ago, jlhoots said:

I'm Still Here was excellent.

What about Conclave? Haven't seen it yet.

I liked Conclave, but I didn't think it was best picture material.

 

[T.D.]

6 hours ago, gmonahan said:

I agree about "Anora." I thought several nominees were better. I just saw "I'm Still Here," which did win the best foreign film award, but it was far better than "Anora." Still waiting to see "The Brutalist."

 

I saw "Anora" last October and thought it was not much more than OK. Stunned that it won so many awards, although I'm pleased that an indie film cleaned up rather than  big-budget corporate products. My problem was that neither of the 2 main characters (young couple) was simpatico in any way, so much of the film dragged. Going to pass on "The Brutalist" because it's too darn long (around 3 hours 40 min).

Edited March 15 by T.D.

[jlhoots]

2 hours ago, T.D. said:

I saw "Anora" last October and thought it was not much more than OK. Stunned that it won so many awards, although I'm pleased that an indie film cleaned up rather than  big-budget corporate products. My problem was that neither of the 2 main characters (young couple) was simpatico in any way, so much of the film dragged. Going to pass on "The Brutalist" because it's too darn long (around 3 hours 40 min).

I'm skipping The Brutalist too, although I like Adrian Brody. Maybe if it streams, so one can take bathroom breaks.

[ejp626]

Just had the opportunity to see Rashomon on the big screen.  I had seen it before but certainly a film that merits repeat viewings!

In April, I will be seeing Yojimbo at the same theatre. 

Sadly last week was The Seven Samurai, but I just couldn't spare the time...  Will try to make it on the next go-around.

[T.D.]

On 3/16/2025 at 9:36 PM, ejp626 said:

Just had the opportunity to see Rashomon on the big screen.  I had seen it before but certainly a film that merits repeat viewings!

In April, I will be seeing Yojimbo at the same theatre. 

Sadly last week was The Seven Samurai, but I just couldn't spare the time...  Will try to make it on the next go-around.

Excellent! [I'm a Kurosawa fanatic.]

I also need to see Rashomon on the big screen. Agreed on need for multiple viewings...a lot has sailed over my head so far.

On 3/15/2025 at 9:44 PM, jlhoots said:

I'm skipping The Brutalist too, although I like Adrian Brody. Maybe if it streams, so one can take bathroom breaks.

I've been told that cinema showings have an intermission, which is a plus, but still passing.

I've seen the trailer twice, and a couple of the scenes therein (particularly with a US patron/employer) seemed too stilted and theatrical for my taste. Granted that's too small a sample - my main beef is the film's length.

[HutchFan]

I saw this documentary about Carol Sloane on Sunday:

[T.D.]

Considering seeing this in a cinema on half-price day.

I like spy stories, and the director/cast should assure a certain level of quality, but there is some bust potential.

[jlhoots]

1 hour ago, T.D. said:

Considering seeing this in a cinema on half-price day.

I like spy stories, and the director/cast should assure a certain level of quality, but there is some bust potential.

I believe only 90+ minutes - that makes it less "risky" to spend the time.

[T.D.]

1 hour ago, jlhoots said:

I believe only 90+ minutes - that makes it less "risky" to spend the time.

Thanks. That and a $5 ticket price reduce the pecuniary/physical/temporal risk to an acceptable level! 😁

[T.D.]

Black Bag is pretty good.

The film is pretty stylized/theatrical/cerebral and visually dark, so I think many might find it slow, but I really enjoyed it because of a vivid portrayal of the profoundly duplicitous world of espionage. Vaguely reminded me of (good) David Mamet work in some respects.

[ejp626]

2 hours ago, T.D. said:

Black Bag is pretty good.

The film is pretty stylized/theatrical/cerebral and visually dark, so I think many might find it slow, but I really enjoyed it because of a vivid portrayal of the profoundly duplicitous world of espionage. Vaguely reminded me of (good) David Mamet work in some respects.

Glad to hear you enjoyed it.  I've seen trailers for it, but it just isn't grabbing me.

I am going to try to catch Mickey 17 this weekend, and perhaps Fellini's La Strada on Monday.

[ejp626]

I did see La Strada.  Wow, that was depressing.  I was almost wondering if I wandered into a Bergman film by mistake. 😉

I didn't manage to see Mickey 17 for a variety of reasons, but I will probably manage it tomorrow.

I just saw The Royal Tenenbaums for the first time.  Definitely a very strong movie.

[gmonahan]

Went to see "The Friend." If you like "pet helps you get in touch with your life" movies, this one is for you. I thought it was sweet, nicely acted, especially by the dog, but hardly an oscar contender.