The English Movies Thread (No Spoilers Please)

tortoiseNhare · 24th November 2009, 07:25

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Originally Posted by kaushik_s

Watched Inglourius Basterds just now. I must say I was totally disappointed and even disgusted with this movie.

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need to erase all the history that you've learned before one goes to watch this movie. And this movie got 8.5 rating at IMDB??

Kaushik, I watched Inglourious Basterds yesterday and took care to temporarily do the above during the movie. And you know what, I
really enjoyed the movie. What sets Tarantino movies apart IMHO are the conversation pieces. I really liked the basement bar scene in this instance.

JMaruru · 24th November 2009, 08:22

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Originally Posted by SirAlec

Watch 11 pm Star Movies today for My Cousin Vinny.

A must watch. The case actually is solved my Petrol Head fiancee of Vinny.

highly recommended.

Good movie.

Thanks.

Please suggest more of this kind.

Samurai · 24th November 2009, 09:14

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Originally Posted by vnabhi

Marissa Tomei was also damn good in it.

No kidding, she won the Oscar for this role. Too bad she never got good roles after that to show off her talent.

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Originally Posted by SirAlec

A must watch. The case actually is solved my Petrol Head fiancee of Vinny.

I have seen this movie probably 20 times since 1993. Even have the DVD. I first heard about limited slip differential from her.

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Originally Posted by JMaruru

Good movie.

Thanks.

Please suggest more of this kind.

Court room drama, try A Few Good Men, Erin Brockovich, Rainmaker, etc.

nitrous · 24th November 2009, 09:19

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Originally Posted by Samurai

No kidding, she won the Oscar for this role. Too bad she never got good roles after that to show off her talent.

She got nominated for an oscar, for her role as a stripper in the movie 'The wrestler' in 2008.

Samurai · 24th November 2009, 09:25

Check again Mahendra, her only Oscar came in 1993 for My Cousin Vinny.

Marisa Tomei - Awards

JVH · 24th November 2009, 09:25

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Originally Posted by Samurai

Court room drama, try A Few Good Men, Erin Brockovich, Rainmaker, etc.

You can add A time to kill to the list.

anurag_p80 · 24th November 2009, 11:09

Funny People, starring Adam Sandler, Eric Bana, Leslie Mann and Seth Rogen. Expected a lot from such a funny cast, but the movie was a bit of let down. Sandler is a famous stand up comedian, who is diagnosed with some form of Leukemia. He takes in Seth Rogen, who is trying to be a stand up comic, and hilarity ensues. The movie is a tad too long, and tries too hard to be funny but ends up being profane and staid. Now don't get me wrong, the movie does have its moments, but most of the jokes/ gags don't work too well. Bana is hilarious as the Aussie husband of Sandler's ex-. Specially his explanation of Rugby to the Americans stand out. If you like Sandler and his brand of humor, go for it. Also, if you like Rogen (I have been a fan since Knocked up, and Zack and Miri....) go for it though don't expect it to be that good.

Rating: 3/5 for the gags that work and for the hilarious Aussie Bana.

s.prashanth · 24th November 2009, 11:22

Saw state of play, it is indeed a nic thriller. would give it 3.5/5

mobike008 · 24th November 2009, 13:59

Last week caught up on following movies with a bit of Denzel Mania added up :-

The Motorcycle Diaries

Its the story of Che Guvera ( famous face of cuba revolution) taking a trip with a friend across the breadths and lengths of South America on motorcycle.

Beautiful movie and a nice watch for road travellers and laced with good lessons on morality.

3.5/5

Courage under Fire starring Denzel Washington, Meg Ryan, Lou Diamond Phillips and Matt Damon

Denzel investigates the gallantry awards presented to US defense personnel and this shows that what goes on in battlefield is not always the correct projection.

Powerful script and great acting by all. Must watch

4/5

Dejavu starring Denzel Washington and Val Kilmer

Again Denzel is an ATF agent investigating a bomb explosion on a ferry in New Orleans and how the US governent using a technology can go back 4 days to stop this terrorist act before its comitted.

Trust the hollywood folks to come up with some outrageous technology possibilites ( which can never happen in reality) but make you beileve in them.

Superb acting my Denzel and he just bulldozes through this movie. What an actor !

4/5

nitrous · 24th November 2009, 23:33

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Originally Posted by Samurai

Check again Mahendra, her only Oscar came in 1993 for My Cousin Vinny.

Marisa Tomei - Awards

Samu, Read the first award in the list.

Samurai · 25th November 2009, 10:23

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Originally Posted by nitrous

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Originally Posted by Samurai

Check again Mahendra, her only Oscar came in 1993 for My Cousin Vinny.

Marisa Tomei - Awards

Samu, Read the first award in the list.

First two are mere nominations, the third one is an actually win. For My Cousin Vinny in 1993. I don't understand your confusion...

drbabuanand · 25th November 2009, 13:32

upon recommendation by a member,saw primal fear.(1996)
good story and good acting by richard gere and" split personality " edward nortan.
my rating would be 4/5.
how is the movie moon(2009),friday the 13(2009).

vampire · 25th November 2009, 13:59

twilight saga - new moon is a great movie
it had a gross collection of the first weekend just short of spiderman 3 and the dark knight...
dont miss it

faridsahmed · 25th November 2009, 14:12

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Originally Posted by vampire

twilight saga - new moon is a great movie

I have seen twilight (the first part) - some scenes were good - i felt as if directors are trying to potray a positive side of vampires - i mean human side of vampire . Must say didn't like it much.

anurag_p80 · 25th November 2009, 14:39

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twilight saga - new moon is a great movie

Twilight was a chick flick, and my guess is the sequel would be the same. If you want to see a vampire flick, watch 30 Days of Night. Much better, creepier and awesome vampires. Or the Blade Trilogy. Twilight has nothing to offer to horror/ vampire fans. More like a feel good love story, the vampire bit is incidental. Spiderman 3 is one correct comparison though

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Samurai Team-BHP Support Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Bangalore/Udupi Posts: 25,912 Thanked: 46,646 Times View My Garage	Check again Mahendra, her only Oscar came in 1993 for My Cousin Vinny. Marisa Tomei - Awards
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24th November 2009, 11:09	#1447
anurag_p80 BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 314 Thanked: 7 Times	Funny People, starring Adam Sandler, Eric Bana, Leslie Mann and Seth Rogen. Expected a lot from such a funny cast, but the movie was a bit of let down. Sandler is a famous stand up comedian, who is diagnosed with some form of Leukemia. He takes in Seth Rogen, who is trying to be a stand up comic, and hilarity ensues. The movie is a tad too long, and tries too hard to be funny but ends up being profane and staid. Now don't get me wrong, the movie does have its moments, but most of the jokes/ gags don't work too well. Bana is hilarious as the Aussie husband of Sandler's ex-. Specially his explanation of Rugby to the Americans stand out. If you like Sandler and his brand of humor, go for it. Also, if you like Rogen (I have been a fan since Knocked up, and Zack and Miri....) go for it though don't expect it to be that good. Rating: 3/5 for the gags that work and for the hilarious Aussie Bana.
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s.prashanth BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: bangalore Posts: 365 Thanked: 85 Times	Saw state of play, it is indeed a nic thriller. would give it 3.5/5
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mobike008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 11,787 Thanked: 15,362 Times View My Garage	Last week caught up on following movies with a bit of Denzel Mania added up :- The Motorcycle Diaries Its the story of Che Guvera ( famous face of cuba revolution) taking a trip with a friend across the breadths and lengths of South America on motorcycle. Beautiful movie and a nice watch for road travellers and laced with good lessons on morality. 3.5/5 Courage under Fire starring Denzel Washington, Meg Ryan, Lou Diamond Phillips and Matt Damon Denzel investigates the gallantry awards presented to US defense personnel and this shows that what goes on in battlefield is not always the correct projection. Powerful script and great acting by all. Must watch 4/5 Dejavu starring Denzel Washington and Val Kilmer Again Denzel is an ATF agent investigating a bomb explosion on a ferry in New Orleans and how the US governent using a technology can go back 4 days to stop this terrorist act before its comitted. Trust the hollywood folks to come up with some outrageous technology possibilites ( which can never happen in reality) but make you beileve in them. Superb acting my Denzel and he just bulldozes through this movie. What an actor ! 4/5
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drbabuanand BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: trichy Posts: 60 Thanked: 8 Times	upon recommendation by a member,saw primal fear.(1996) good story and good acting by richard gere and" split personality " edward nortan. my rating would be 4/5. how is the movie moon(2009),friday the 13(2009).
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25th November 2009, 13:59	#1453
vampire BHPian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: "Calcutta" Posts: 63 Thanked: 11 Times	twilight saga - new moon is a great movie it had a gross collection of the first weekend just short of spiderman 3 and the dark knight... dont miss it
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