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[makeyourownluck]

Trainspotting 1996

Interviewer: "Mr. Murphy, what attracts you to the leisure industry?"

Spud: "In a word: pleasure. It's like, my pleasure in other people's leisure."

 

[ZFire]

"You have been weighed, you have been measured, and you have been found wanting"

Oh man, I love A Knight's Tale. It such a feel good movie, I could leave it on TV for 24/7 and I would never get tired out it. Had no idea how entertaining jousting can be.

 

[Daniel Lion]

Trainspotting 1996

Interviewer: "Mr. Murphy, what attracts you to the leisure industry?"

Spud: "In a word: pleasure. It's like, my pleasure in other people's leisure."

What an awesome scene from an awesome film.

Hi @makeyourownluck.

I'm a huge fan of Irvine Welsh, I've read all his books. His short stories are phenomenal and Filth is the darkest, sickest, most intense book I think I've ever read.

I am super fond of Glaswegians after having lived with a few when I was a young man. It took me a while to understand who would become one of my greatest friends. What a culture.

Jerry Sadowitz is one of my all time favorite comedians and his work at the Edinburgh festival was brilliant. I discovered Franky Boyle recently and am converted and find him funny and refreshing.

@makeyourownluck, I like your posts! Nice to meet you and stay well.

Daniel

 

[ZFire]

I am super fond of Glaswegians after having lived with a few when I was a young man. It took me a while to understand who would become one of my greatest friends. What a culture.

I'm guessing you've mastered understanding the Glaswegian accent and dialect then? I'm having a hard time lol.

 

[Daniel Lion]

I'm guessing you've mastered understanding the Glaswegian accent and dialect then? I'm having a hard time lol.

Honestly @ZFire, it took me about a month to understand my old roommate. Once I got it, the humor, the poetry, and the humor was so worth it.

Back to A Knight's Tale; Keith Ledger was so laid back and handsome and the whole cast was great. The soundtrack was just a blast from the past with great rock and roll classics. I thought that really jazzed up the film. Keith's Joker was spooky and scary as hell.

We haven't touched on the Coen Brothers films. As I recall No Country for Old Men had a very different but cool soundtrack, or am I thinking of the film with George Clooney that had the blue grass feel.

Do you like their films?

Boyz in the Hood, the Singleton film had some iconic music as well, and of course Laurence Fishburne, who I really like. Did you know he was in Apocalypse Now when he was so young, he looked no more than 18 or 19?

Have you seen anything good lately? I'm still watching Love, Death and Robots and Conan O'Brien stuff. Itching for something good.

Peace out.

 

[ZFire]

Hey Daniel,

We haven't touched on the Coen Brothers films. As I recall No Country for Old Men had a very different but cool soundtrack, or am I thinking of the film with George Clooney that had the blue grass feel. Do you like their films?

You're probably thinking of Hail, Caesar. But yeah, I do enjoy the Coen Brothers films. No Country for Old Men is probably their best film. They nailed the antagonist, Anton Chigurh to perfection. A disturbing and accurate portrayal of a psychopath. His menacing presence throughout the film still makes my skin crawl. My top 3 films of theirs are No Country, Fargo, and The Big Lebowski (The Dude Abides).

I watched their latest film, The Tragedy of Macbeth and would highly recommend watching. It's a retelling of the classic Shakespeare play, but the familiar dark sensibilities we've come to expect from the Coen Brothers are also presented here and it really adds much more depth to this tragedy IMO. The visuals(black and white photography) and narrative are a joy to watch. The film also has a great cast. Denzel Washington who plays Macbeth is masterful in this.

Boyz in the Hood, the Singleton film had some iconic music as well, and of course Laurence Fishburne, who I really like. Did you know he was in Apocalypse Now when he was so young, he looked no more than 18 or 19?

O yeah, Laurence Fishburne is the man. I had no idea he was in Apocalypse Now. Looking at the photos now and wow he looks so young, can't recognize him. He will forever be Morpheus (Matrix) in my book. No one can replace that role for me.

Have you seen anything good lately? I'm still watching Love, Death and Robots and Conan O'Brien stuff. Itching for something good.

I actually watched 2 films last week. One was the film you recommended to me (thanks for this) named The French Connection. And wow what a film it was. First of all, the set pieces in this are really good for a 70s film. The car chase is up there some of the best action sequences I've seen in a long time. Gene Hackman plays a convincing detective. I've live in New York City all my life and I must say the way New York is depicted here hits home. The OG yellow taxis, the landmarks, the elevator operators and concierge service in prewar residential buildings are all really nostalgic.

I also saw The Batman (2022). I like direction they took with this film by making it a noir film. There's a spree killer on the loose in Gotham City and the motive is a big mystery. Batman has to use his top tier detective skills to unravel it all. It's really a breath of fresh air when compared to other superhero films. Also if you like Nirvana (something in the way), then you'll definitely like the music in this.

 

[Daniel Lion]

Hi @ZFire, so glad you watched The French Connection. If you have time, give Dog Day Afternoon a shot.

This was what I meant from the Coen Bros:



ZFire, are you still in NYC? How is that with tinnitus? My mom grew up in Washington Heights and my pop grew up in Poughkeepsie. I really love NYC, it was a wonderland for me. I have some really cool memories on the lower East Side paroozing markets, checking out water towers on the roofs of buildings, and visiting my grandpa's shop up in Harlem where there was a cool clock on the street with his name on it; he sold watches and some jewelry.

I saw Time Bandits and The Man Who Would Be King in NYC. There may have been more but it eludes me now.

Warriors was a classic NYC film.

"Warriors come out to Play-ay"

 

[ZFire]

ZFire, are you still in NYC? How is that with tinnitus? My mom grew up in Washington Heights and my pop grew up in Poughkeepsie. I really love NYC, it was a wonderland for me. I have some really cool memories on the lower East Side paroozing markets, checking out water towers on the roofs of buildings, and visiting my grandpa's shop up in Harlem where there was a cool clock on the street with his name on it; he sold watches and some jewelry.

Yes still in NYC (Upper West Side). I'm not going to lie, living here with severe tinnitus is a little bit challenging. I need to wear hearing protection anytime I head outside unless I'm somewhere quiet like Central Park. There's too much action happening in the city now with traffic getting worse every year. I want to move to Edgewater, New Jersey eventually. I've always wanted to move there even before tinnitus as I have a lot of family there and love the vibes there. There's also lots of beautiful scenery there.

I love Washington Heights, I had a lot of high school friends who lived there, we would chill at Fort Washington Park after school. The people there are wonderful.

 

[ZFire]

The Room (2003) - Has anyone seen this film in a theater setting? We went to see this film in a indie theater one time and wow the experience was something else. It's one of those movies where its so bad, that it's actually good. And because of that, it has developed a cult following of the likes I've never seen before. The crowd in attendance is what makes watching this film in theater fun. The chanting of the most popular lines (especially the line above) said by Johnny who is played by the infamous Tommy Wiseau was enough to collapse the roof.

The crowd in attendance also brought plastic spoons with them. There's a scene where you can see picture frames of drawings with spoons in the background and when that scene came on, the crowd threw all their spoons at the projection screen. This is a common occurrence, almost ritual like I'm told.... It's so wild lol. Everyone's having a good time.

If you haven't seen The Disaster Artist or read the non-fiction book, I would absolutely recommend. It's an unbelievable story about a guy and his best friend trying to make a name for themselves in Hollywood. It's hilarious and heartfelt.

 

[ZFire]

 

[ZFire]

So badass.

 

[Shelbylynn]

Did someone already post this one?

"wouldst thou like to live deliciously?"

 

[tpj]

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The Room (2003) - Has anyone seen this film in a theater setting? We went to see this film in a indie theater one time and wow the experience was something else. It's one of those movies where its so bad, that it's actually good. And because of that, it has developed a cult following of the likes I've never seen before. The crowd in attendance is what makes watching this film in theater fun. The chanting of the most popular lines (especially the line above) said by Johnny who is played by the infamous Tommy Wiseau was enough to collapse the roof.

The crowd in attendance also brought plastic spoons with them. There's a scene where you can see picture frames of drawings with spoons in the background and when that scene came on, the crowd threw all their spoons at the projection screen. This is a common occurrence, almost ritual like I'm told.... It's so wild lol. Everyone's having a good time.

If you haven't seen The Disaster Artist or read the non-fiction book, I would absolutely recommend. It's an unbelievable story about a guy and his best friend trying to make a name for themselves in Hollywood. It's hilarious and heartfelt.

"I did not hit her, I did not. Oh hi Mark."

 

[makeyourownluck]

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The crowd in attendance also brought plastic spoons with them. There's a scene where you can see picture frames of drawings with spoons in the background and when that scene came on, the crowd threw all their spoons at the projection screen. This is a common occurrence, almost ritual like I'm told.... It's so wild lol. Everyone's having a good time.

Would have loved to have been there. I watched this a lot when I was a smoker. It's hilarious and never got old.

"I'm fed up of this woorld"

 

[ZFire]

"I did not hit her, I did not. Oh hi Mark."

Would have loved to have been there. I watched this a lot when I was a smoker. It's hilarious and never got old.

"I'm fed up of this woorld"

Chickens don't cluck, they

 

[Daniel Lion]

Ok, hello European cinema. Here is one from a Serbian borne director.

If you haven't seen this or know the Director, check it out:

"Black Cat White Cat" - a Emir Kusturica film:



And the crazy unforgettable song "Pitt Bull Terrier":

 

[Daniel Lion]

Another Gypsy Classic - "Gadjo Dilo" - Directed by Tony Gatlif, from France. Here's a taste:

"Why did you leave? You shouldn't have left like that my brother."

 

[Daniel Lion]

"We are Groot."

 

[ZFire]

"We are Groot."

I always forget that Vin Diesel actually did the voice work for Groot. I'm not the biggest fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), but I do like the Guardian films out of the bunch.

 

[Daniel Lion]

I always forget that Vin Diesel actually did the voice work for Groot. I'm not the biggest fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), but I do like the Guardian films out of the bunch.

I agree, and didn't know Vin Diesel was Groot. Less is more with Mr. Diesel.

The first Iron Man was pretty dope, but they didn't play Black Sabbath until the end of the film, shame.

Take it easy Z.

 

[Daniel Lion]

"Yesterday is history, Tomorrow is a mystery, but Today is a gift, that is why it is called a Present" —Master Oogway

 

[ZFire]

I know some of our finest members have already posted brilliant quotes from Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz, but I haven't seen anything for The World's End (2013). I'll do the honors.

"I don't believe this. A man of your legendary prowess drinking f*cking RAIN! It's like a lion eating hummus" (at 58 seconds of video):



This is a really well crafted movie. A sci-fi comedy with surprisingly good action scenes. It's a pub crawl adventure of epic proportions. But behind all that fluff, this is a story with depressing underlying themes of addiction and alcoholism and how it all leads to self-destruction. Simon Pegg is brilliant and he doesn't get enough credit as an actor. Nick Frost is also great too.

I think Hot Fuzz is the best one out of the Cornetto trilogy though. I find myself rewatching it a lot more than the others. It's clever, has witty dialogue, an engaging plot, and of course Timothy Dalton as Simon Skinner. It's a great parody of the buddy cop action genre. Oh and this:

But in the in end, I'll watch anything made by Edgar Wright. A creative mind that's one step ahead of everyone else.

 

[ZFire]

True Detective S1 (2014) - It's a TV show, but I consider it a film because of its HIGH production value for each and every episode and also the A-list actors, who give it their all. Also shot on 35mm film as opposed to lame ass digital.

If you're into the philosophies of Pessimism and Nihilism, then this is going to be a wet dream for you.

 

[Daniel Lion]

No quote necessary, one of my favorites.

 

[ZFire]

Rush Hour 2 - Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan had great chemistry.

"That I'd like to take to the movies"

 

[Daniel Lion]

"There's a darkness inside me, it wants to get out and walk around, it wants some walking around money, it wants to buy some shoes, it wants to walk up to the people and say "Gator Don't Play That Shit, you feel me, Gator never been about that, never been about playing no shit"

 

[Daniel Lion]

"Here's Johnny"

The Shining

 

[makeyourownluck]

I can really find any fantastic quotes, but I like the Three Colours Trilogy by polish director Krzysztof Kieskowski.

These films are shot beautifully. My favourite is Three Colors: Red.

 

[Daniel Lion]

I can really find any fantastic quotes, but I like the Three Colours Trilogy by polish director Krzysztof Kieskowski.

These films are shot beautifully. My favourite is Three Colors: Red.

Great films, I agree.

For some reason it brought Mike Leigh to mind. Mike Leigh is my favorite British director. His films are amazing. Do you have any feelings or input about Mr. Leigh?
His dialogue is also so vast I find it hard to pull up an iconic quote.

Life is Beautiful with Roberto Benigni optimizes being a parent or person with tinnitus or hyperacusis or any chronic illness. We put on a brave face, dig deep and pull from loves core, even though we are in anguish.

I find myself posting on this thread because it's an emotionally safe and easy place, I also like the intellectual and aesthetic discourse as I love art and making it. Ramble on Daniel.

@makeyourownluck, are you in sunny, balmy, Scotland now?

Peace out,
DL

 

[makeyourownluck]

Thanks for the post @Daniel Lion. I have actually not watched any of Mike Leigh's films, so couldn't comment. I will have to have a look.

For me, it's the style of the film. I particularly like films made in the 60's (or ones that remind me of films made in the 60's!). Ones that on the face of it, nothing much happens, and dialogue is kept to a minimum. Films that are basically an insight into human nature / the human condition. Michelangelo Antonioni work is amongst my favourites.

I did watch an American film recently called The Swimmer by Frank Perry, and really enjoyed it, but I find that my attention can be stolen by the ailment that shall not be named in this thread!

And yes, I'm here in sunny Scotland. We have had lovely weather recently, and as you may know, once it gets over 18 degrees in Glasgow, the 'taps aff' mentality really sets in. And a few teenagers who fancy themselves as the modern age CoCo Bryce start to emerge. It seems old habits and stereotypes die hard.