tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23144980.post5678227999654527744..comments2023-10-28T22:19:47.598+08:00Comments on RACONTEUR-ESQUE SCRIBBLINGS: You Only Miss Things When They're GoneTerra Shieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00039195435967190497noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23144980.post-26561093214838541322009-09-10T22:39:59.151+08:002009-09-10T22:39:59.151+08:00That's something I didn't do... read what ...That's something I didn't do... read what the critics wrote.Terra Shieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00039195435967190497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23144980.post-38751315448855421762009-09-10T14:26:38.188+08:002009-09-10T14:26:38.188+08:00It was a solid effect that looked great on the scr...It was a solid effect that looked great on the screen but I think critics read too much into they symbolism of it all.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01393234934008656683noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23144980.post-52626025274151402802009-09-08T21:59:56.070+08:002009-09-08T21:59:56.070+08:00Yeah, that could be the reason for the mixed revie...Yeah, that could be the reason for the mixed reviews... I know I'd love to try the book as well.<br /><br />As for movies, I suppose I'm open minded enough to try anything..Terra Shieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00039195435967190497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23144980.post-89637389484435189782009-09-08T20:21:33.425+08:002009-09-08T20:21:33.425+08:00I think people had mixed feelings about this film ...I think people had mixed feelings about this film because they didn't know what to expect. For non-sci-fi fans, watching a futuristic, dystopian film, without forewarning can be a bit disconcerting, especially when you see "written by P.D. James".<br /><br />That said, Terra, the movie I recommended is another near future dystopian flic. Joaquim and Clare play polish people (only Danes is remotely believable and the acents are barely passable) try to tune this out.Cyberfishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15008145321668056288noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23144980.post-30197769566223369872009-09-08T17:55:21.849+08:002009-09-08T17:55:21.849+08:00There are genuine moments when Clive doesn't s...<i>There are genuine moments when Clive doesn't say a thing but sets the mood and melds into the setting quite seamlessly.</i> How so very true... it is a well taken movie.<br /><br />And thank you for the recommendation. I will sure try to get hold of that movie when possible.Terra Shieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00039195435967190497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23144980.post-71207950189316169352009-09-08T13:35:02.455+08:002009-09-08T13:35:02.455+08:00I saw this in the theater. I actually loved this ...I saw this in the theater. I actually loved this movie. I am no particularly great fan of Clive Owen, but he did a more than competent job. I'll agree the cinematography was fantastic, but acting is about more than reciting lines. There are genuine moments when Clive doesn't say a thing but sets the mood and melds into the setting quite seamlessly. On the scale of dystopian flics, this is off the chart. Ad a film generally I still give it a 9/10, losing one point for the front loaded script and slightly rushed ending.<br /><br />Terra, have a look at another film called "It's all about love" starring Joaquim Phoenix and Clare Danes.Cyberfishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15008145321668056288noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23144980.post-77913770015561843732009-09-08T12:22:35.386+08:002009-09-08T12:22:35.386+08:00I can imagine... there's just something about ...I can imagine... there's just something about him. Something very sexy ;)Terra Shieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00039195435967190497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23144980.post-60238565932216247752009-09-08T03:43:47.253+08:002009-09-08T03:43:47.253+08:00I remember liking it with reservations too... and ...I remember liking it with reservations too... and you know by looking at Clive Owen that he's just filthy (you know, in a good way!)!! I have a friend who gets this really dirty/dreamy expression on her face when you mention the words 'Clive Owen' and then she always says 'you know he's just filthy! with her eyes half closed!Mairehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06110865608550754101noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23144980.post-45856839587872553312009-09-07T14:53:36.052+08:002009-09-07T14:53:36.052+08:00He's surely one of the reasons to watch the mo...He's surely one of the reasons to watch the movie... those eyes ;)Terra Shieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00039195435967190497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23144980.post-86931467161394294492009-09-07T10:37:35.131+08:002009-09-07T10:37:35.131+08:00I'm a Clive Owen fan since the first time I sa...I'm a Clive Owen fan since the first time I saw him in Arthur and I'm sure I'll catch this movie :DNick Phillips (15/03/1967 - 04/11/2022)https://www.blogger.com/profile/01043552434776358684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23144980.post-60677152954653038442009-09-06T15:40:50.481+08:002009-09-06T15:40:50.481+08:00You actually wrote a review here, with a rating!!!...You actually wrote a review here, with a rating!!! Thank you. Undoubtedly, the movie was obscure and confusing but I think I did like it although I can't really explain why. <br /><br />Yes, I remember that scene... It was good, and pretty realistic, especially with the blood splatter on the lens... (yeah, that's me being all morbid and stuff)<br /><br />PS: Thank you :)Terra Shieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00039195435967190497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23144980.post-15401794134900662762009-09-06T15:04:50.321+08:002009-09-06T15:04:50.321+08:00Okay, just finished watching it, like, 2 minutes a...Okay, just finished watching it, like, 2 minutes ago and I have very mixed feelings about the film.<br /><br />Overall I didn't like it. The political overtone was not even nearly subtle and some of the acting was terrible. I really did try to like it but it had a very forced feel about it. The first act was very confusing and could've been simplified considering the main and sub-plot. The second act (everything after Theo escapes the Fishes compound with the midwife and Kee) is a movie unto itself. I spent the entire time trying to work out what kind of film it was exactly, and I came to the conclusion that it is a sci-fi thriller, but again, there was alot of little things that kept nagging me.<br /><br />Then came the final act. Did you notice the single shot scene where they're recaptured by the Fishes? It was one take from that scene to the top of that building. Personally, I think that is one of the best scenes ever produced. But it wasn't enough to save the rest of the film or the obscure ending that I saw coming.<br /><br />Funny thing is that I would recommend this movie to my friends, based on the cinematography alone. And the character Clive Owen portrayed was spot on, even if there were a few unbalanced moments.<br /><br />6/10<br /><br />PS. Great review.Mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16888125796129754219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23144980.post-39187649595524179082009-09-06T13:54:33.228+08:002009-09-06T13:54:33.228+08:00Orhan: I have a feeling you might like it... :)
S...Orhan: I have a feeling you might like it... :)<br /><br />SAW: Interesting...Terra Shieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00039195435967190497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23144980.post-51652843619465654372009-09-06T08:39:47.785+08:002009-09-06T08:39:47.785+08:00That's funny - right this minute I am watching...That's funny - right this minute I am watching a movie called "Pandemic."secret agent womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03763879283931347382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23144980.post-5154309546687093892009-09-06T07:11:53.481+08:002009-09-06T07:11:53.481+08:00I read two paragraphs of this and stopped. I will ...I read two paragraphs of this and stopped. I will be back to finish it once I watch this movie later today. You think I'm joking? I assure you I'm not; I've had the movie for over a year now and have never really had a reason to watch it. You have given me that reason.<br /><br />Watch this space ;)Mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16888125796129754219noreply@blogger.com