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The Princess Bride- great combo of comedy, action, and, yes, a love story
A Beautiful Mind- a beautiful story of love and determination. It's based on true events, but doesn't follow the real-life story completely. However, John Nash and his wife were on set, giving their blessing.
Saving Private Ryan- many say the closest depiction of war ever to hit the big screen. The actors went through a week or so of camping outside under tents, eating food from cans, and being shot at at all times of day and night. Also, in the special edition, there are interviews with actual WWII veterans. It's an emotional piece, as they recall the horrors and triumphs of this war.
What about you guys?
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« Reply #1 on: December 19, 2007, 10:25:13 AM » |
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Oy... I hate "The Princess Bride," and I've never seen the other two.
Why do you hate "The Princess Bride"? And, why are those movies your top 3 right now? What do you like about them? |
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« Reply #2 on: December 19, 2007, 11:23:46 PM » |
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Me and You and Everyone We Know
12 Angry Men
Pulp Fiction
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« Reply #3 on: December 19, 2007, 11:26:16 PM » |
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Amadeus: The music, the acting, the confrontation between religious expectations, reality, and ultimate choices, the waste of human potential. This was a very emotional movie for me.
Fiddler On The Roof: The music, the history, the acting, the weighing of tradition with changes in culture and beliefs. Great movie.
The Lord of the Ring Trilogy (this may be cheating because they were shown as three separate movies): What a visual interpretation of a great classic! This movie has everything.
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« Reply #4 on: December 20, 2007, 08:43:15 AM » |
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I'd say that it is biblical because it shows that love is something that can be experienced by everyone, equally. And in the movie, sometimes the "last" are the "first" and the "first" are "last". That is, the couples that everyone condemns in real life are the ones that understand love the best. The ones that are supposed to work easily because they're "right" really don't (I'll throw the lesbian couple into this group because being a lesbian or bisexual woman is actually rather trendy these days). The issue of homosexuality is dealt with very well, as it showed a very real representation of homosexuals: they were human, in a very real sense. In the end, must we not love others, despite anything that they might do that is wrong, either in a societal sense, or a spiritual one? (this plays out in several of the relationships, not just the homosexual one)
Of course, that's just what I think of RENT, and I'm sure most people would disagree. Yes, I know that the guy that wrote it was far from being a Christian of any sort, but that doesn't make the message any less powerful for what it is.
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"Those who find ugly meanings in beautiful things are corrupt without being charming. This is a fault.
Those who find beautiful meanings in beautiful things are the cultivated. For these there is hope."
--Oscar Wilde
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« Reply #5 on: December 20, 2007, 09:53:23 AM » |
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Honestly, "The Princess Bride" was one of the most ANNOYING movies I've ever seen! I saw it a long time ago, so I can't really remember all of the details why. I just remember that my IQ went down about 10 points after watching it.
Ouch. I don't feel my IQ goes down by watching this (and that's probably a good thing, considering I've seen it a lot).  I'd say that it is biblical because it shows that love is something that can be experienced by everyone, equally. And in the movie, sometimes the "last" are the "first" and the "first" are "last". That is, the couples that everyone condemns in real life are the ones that understand love the best. The ones that are supposed to work easily because they're "right" really don't (I'll throw the lesbian couple into this group because being a lesbian or bisexual woman is actually rather trendy these days). The issue of homosexuality is dealt with very well, as it showed a very real representation of homosexuals: they were human, in a very real sense. In the end, must we not love others, despite anything that they might do that is wrong, either in a societal sense, or a spiritual one? (this plays out in several of the relationships, not just the homosexual one)
Of course, that's just what I think of RENT, and I'm sure most people would disagree. Yes, I know that the guy that wrote it was far from being a Christian of any sort, but that doesn't make the message any less powerful for what it is.
Okay, this should go under a new topic- Rent. What are your top 3 movies, Roy? |
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« Reply #6 on: December 20, 2007, 09:54:31 AM » |
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Me and You and Everyone We Know
12 Angry Men
Pulp Fiction
What do you like about these movies? |
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« Reply #7 on: December 20, 2007, 12:49:37 PM » |
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Me and You and Everyone We Know - This one is hard to explain. You'll just have to watch it and be amazed.
12 Angry Men - 99% of the movie is shot in one scene, a jury deliberation room. Henry Fonda is the man, and the dialogue and direction is all amazing.
Pulp Fiction - I love how the story line all finally comes together at the end. So many great actors in this one and Samuel L. Jackson is at his best. This movie is referenced a lot in pop culture.
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« Reply #8 on: December 20, 2007, 01:55:54 PM » |
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Me and You and Everyone We Know - This one is hard to explain. You'll just have to watch it and be amazed.
Old movie, new move, indie move? General plot? (Blockbuster doesn't have a great selection) 12 Angry Men - 99% of the movie is shot in one scene, a jury deliberation room. Henry Fonda is the man, and the dialogue and direction is all amazing.
I think I've seen part of this. Is it where they are trying to decide whether or not to declare a man guilty for murder, and all the men, except one, want to find him guilty, but one man isn't convinced, and then gives a what-if speech on the timing of the train? (I came across this on WUSF in the middle of it and have wanted to see the whole movie, but didn't know the name of it). |
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« Reply #9 on: December 20, 2007, 02:15:18 PM » |
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12 angry men is an excellent film. I miss old films like that, they did so much with so little. One set, twelve actors, and mostly, that's it. (it's been awhile since I've seen it, so I don't remember if there's a scene outside the jury room or not, but either way, my point stands). These days it's all about guys trying to outdo each other, comparing who has the fastest computers, and the biggest, fattest special effects budget. Though there are some exceptions, they're few and far between.
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"Those who find ugly meanings in beautiful things are corrupt without being charming. This is a fault.
Those who find beautiful meanings in beautiful things are the cultivated. For these there is hope."
--Oscar Wilde
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« Reply #10 on: December 20, 2007, 03:28:06 PM » |
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Let me clarify the reason I started this topic: I didn't intend for us to approve or disapprove of each other's interests, though I think a few comments are ok. I really just wanted a way for us to get to know each other a little better- what are your 3 favorite movies and why. 12 angry men is an excellent film. I miss old films like that, they did so much with so little. One set, twelve actors, and mostly, that's it. (it's been awhile since I've seen it, so I don't remember if there's a scene outside the jury room or not, but either way, my point stands). These days it's all about guys trying to outdo each other, comparing who has the fastest computers, and the biggest, fattest special effects budget. Though there are some exceptions, they're few and far between.
Roy, what are your top 3 favorite movies. |
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« Reply #11 on: December 20, 2007, 03:49:34 PM » |
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I like all the movies everyone has mentioned, but i tend to have favorite movies in different genres. However, I usually find myself reciting more lines, and laughing uncontrolably, from comedies...so these are my favorite 3 comedy movies... at this moment.
1. This is Spinal Tap - Why? Its Spinal Tap, enough said.
2. Coming to America - Why? For fans of the movie...," You know him as Joe the policeman from the "Whats going down" episode of "That's my Mama!. Give it up for Jackson Heights own Randy Watson."
3. Bill Cosby - Himself - Why? Some of the funniest stand up, ever.
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« Reply #12 on: December 21, 2007, 09:59:51 AM » |
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Hmmm... 1) Dirty Dancing - I love the dancing and the love story, and it's just fun!! I've loved it since it came out. 2) The Lord of the Rings trilogy - I agree with Bruce here. 3) The Wedding Planner - Again, I like the love story...I'm a hopeless romantic |
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« Reply #13 on: August 31, 2008, 09:46:30 PM » |
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1. The Village.....this movie is amazing; the lighting, the music, the themes, the characters....I LOVE IT! I think some of the themes/concepts in this movie could be used for a whole series of messages....it's just the greatest!
2. It's a Wonderful Life....also fabulous characters, great message, beautiful family
3. Beauty and the Beast....great music, beautiful love story, and who doesn't love Belle and her books!
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« Reply #14 on: September 02, 2008, 04:18:16 PM » |
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I like The Village and It's a Wonderful Life, too.
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