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  • Beazy
    Beazy Posts: 3

    Captain Phillips

    The film is based on a true story about the American ship, Maersk Alabama hijacking in 2009 by Somalian pirates.  

    The main actor is Tom Hanks who is the Captain of the ship, brilliant acting from Hanks. I enjoyed this film about modern day piracy on the high seas. 

    What the pirates did was wrong and it was for the money but you also get to know a bit about why they were doing it. 

  • mrb123
    mrb123 Posts: 4,869

    Yeah, fantastic film. The climactic scene with the snipers was an incredible piece of cinema and brilliantly acted by Hanks.

  • Just been to see Conclave at the local cinema - excellent film, well paced and acted and very close to the book from what I remember. Recommended

  • seanoconn
    seanoconn Posts: 11,842

    I’ve just started watching this, Unfortunately I have to watch bits when I can without the Missus about due to her unpleasant dealings with the Catholic Church as a child. Anyway, I digress, great cast, Ralph Finnes one of my favourites, looking forward to seeing more.

    Pinno, מלך אידיוט וחרא מכונאי
  • Tashman
    Tashman Posts: 3,506

    Stand by Me - Somehow this had always been on my list but never seen until yesterday. What a great film and so well played by the young cast.

  • seanoconn
    seanoconn Posts: 11,842

    Gladiator II. Watched to see how bad it could be and it didn’t disappoint. Silly CGI, crap story, massive plot holes, weak leading man. Denzel Washington was good but otherwise very poor and pointless.

    Pinno, מלך אידיוט וחרא מכונאי
  • seanoconn
    seanoconn Posts: 11,842
    edited January 9

    The order. Based on a true story. Grizzled F.B.I agent (played by the excellent Jude Law) looking for the quieter life in a small town, get drawn into a cat-and-mouse chase with a white supremacist cult led by the slightly unconvincing Nickolas Hoult. Set in the early 80’s with great cinematography and decent story for a solid watch. Few tweaks to cast /plot and really could have a been a belter.

    Pinno, מלך אידיוט וחרא מכונאי
  • pblakeney
    pblakeney Posts: 28,064

    Civil War on Prime. Most definitely not what most people will be expecting (as per reviews) and all the better for it.

    Most enjoyable in my view although I suspect most will be disappointed as it's not a shoot 'em up action film.

    As a side note, it is weird watching Kirsten Dunst as the older woman.

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  • seanoconn
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  • pblakeney
    pblakeney Posts: 28,064
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  • photonic69
    photonic69 Posts: 3,219

    Been watching the alternative Christmas movies on our streaming services.

    Red One. So so. Good for a laugh. Nothing serious. Enjoyed the violent Snowmen.

    Violent Night. Quite enjoyed this one. Drunken Santa played by David Habour as an ex Norwegian Warrior god. Now Santa. Lots of bloody violence with a big hammer. What's not to like?


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  • pblakeney
    pblakeney Posts: 28,064

    I enjoyed Violent Night for what it was. Red One's potential was outmatched by it's failure imo.

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  • laurentian
    laurentian Posts: 2,616

    I went to the premiere of "A Complete Unknown" last night. Had been looking forward to it since I heard it was being released - somehow my eldest grandson won tickets.

    It focuses on Dylan's rapid rise to fame between 1961 and 1965 and his move / switch from "folk" to "electric" and his relationships with Peter Seeger, Suze Rotolo (called Sylvie Russo in the film and I don't really know why), Woody Guthrie and Joan Baez - up to the release of Highway 61 Revisited - lauded as one of the most influential albums in Rock and Roll history.

    If, like me, you like Dylan's music from this era then the tunes alone are reason enough to go to watch it - the film is peppered with many of his great works in one form or other but the thing that I found most impressive was Timothee Chalomet's performance as the young Bob Dylan. It is absolutely captivating. His vocal performances are so "true to form" and all of Dylan's foibles and nuances seem to have been mastered. I don't really know much about Chalomet but I guess he must be one hell of an actor.

    I guess the film serves as a "historical record" of part of a highly important era in the history of popular music, an opportunity to hear some absolute banging tunes and, if neither of those appeal it is, in Chalomet's performance, a testament to the thespian art.

    I don't really know anything about people's cultural likes and dislikes on here but if you're in any way interested I'd urge you to give it a look.

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  • pblakeney
    pblakeney Posts: 28,064

    At the opposite end of the spectrum, Cocaine Bear on Netflix. Silly nonsense as expected but lets itself down by not being brave enough to go complete bonkers/maintain initial impact and tries to install some morals. Avoid unless determined.

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  • wakemalcolm
    wakemalcolm Posts: 1,035

    As a grumpy old man I don't like to heap praise on anyone so young, but Chalamet has it (and I don't even like the Dune genre). He even comes over as a decent sort in interviews.

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  • seanoconn
    seanoconn Posts: 11,842

    Not been that impressed with him so far. Handsome in an effeminate way, he was ok in Dune and does seem genuine and likeable in interviews. Maybe the Dylan will be the making of him.

    Pinno, מלך אידיוט וחרא מכונאי
  • seanoconn
    seanoconn Posts: 11,842

    Started off ok with some funny moments but couldn’t quite keep the momentum going. Better watched when mildly inebriated.

    Pinno, מלך אידיוט וחרא מכונאי
  • photonic69
    photonic69 Posts: 3,219

    I think he's a fantastic actor. First saw him in Don't Look Up but it was a small role he was playing. In Dune he was good though the 1st film was rather plodding. As Wonka he really shone. He completely embraces the role and his natural talent is evident.


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  • seanoconn
    seanoconn Posts: 11,842

    Nosferatu. 7.5 on IMdB somehow. Laughably poor. The plot is solid and has been for 128 years, so that’s half the work done, but the acting from the leading cast lets the film down. Lily Rose depp struggles with any extended dialogue. Nicholas Holt is very bland and has been for most of his roles with the exception possibly of Mad Max Fury road and Aaron Taylor-Johnson seems to be doing his best to sabotage his chances of landing the Bond gig with a string of terrible roles/performances. Willem Dafoe is solid as always and Bill Skarsgård takes a decent stab at Count Orlok (Nosferatu) creating a niche as a dependable movie monster.

    Pinno, מלך אידיוט וחרא מכונאי
  • Munsford0
    Munsford0 Posts: 691

    + 1 on the Dylan film. Brilliantly done. I'd happily pay to watch that again...

  • seanoconn
    seanoconn Posts: 11,842

    The Brutalist.

    long, brutally long. Haven’t seen a film that needed a 15min intermission since I watched a Star Wars double as a kid.

    Adrian Brody back in sparkling form playing a brilliant but deeply flawed architect, fleeing Europe to America after the war and struggling to find his feet.

    actually thought this was based on a true story but appears not. Excellent cast all on fine form, Brody being odds on for another Oscar. Trimming a couple of scenes, particularly one unpleasant moment that wasn’t necessary or added to the film, would make it more palatable for some. Good film, not great.

    Pinno, מלך אידיוט וחרא מכונאי
  • pblakeney
    pblakeney Posts: 28,064

    State Of Grace on Prime. I had heard that it was vastly under rated. I wouldn't go that far but it was well worth its 7.2 on IMDB. A stellar cast on good form and possibly peak Gary Oldman. The script being (mostly) predictable is the downfall.

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  • seanoconn
    seanoconn Posts: 11,842

    Really enjoyed that film 30 odd years ago! 😂 Sean Penn, Gary Oldman and Ed Harris, What’s not to like.

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  • pblakeney
    pblakeney Posts: 28,064
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  • pblakeney
    pblakeney Posts: 28,064

    Emancipation on ATV+. Based on a true story, a bit slow and desaturated to the point of mostly being B&W so you know it is serious. The destination is unsurprising but the route is interesting enough. IMDB 6.3 is about right.

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  • mrb123
    mrb123 Posts: 4,869

    The Sisters Brothers on Iplayer. An unusual take on a well worn genre. Good performances from the four leads. Worth a look.

  • pblakeney
    pblakeney Posts: 28,064

    The Greatest Beer Run Ever on ATV+. Seemed like a silly but entertaining way to spend a couple of hours. An IMDB rating of 6.8 seemed high for that kind of film though. I'll just say that it pivots and is worth its 6.8.

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  • pblakeney
    pblakeney Posts: 28,064

    Still binging on ATV+ so I watched their latest release, the Gorge. Silly premise but a good cast so....

    Decent enough start but descended to preposterous, then went downhill from there. Don't bother. IMDB 6.8 😂😂😡

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  • mrb123
    mrb123 Posts: 4,869

    The Power of the Dog.

    Stunning to look at. Cumberbatch with a powerhouse performance. Plenty of homo-erotic content and a satisfying end.

  • pblakeney
    pblakeney Posts: 28,064

    A break from ATV+. Watched The Order on Prime. Now there's a film that is worth a 6.8 rating.

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