I finally got to watch "I Am Number Four" and I must say - it isn't what I excpected, but it was awesome! Alex Petyfer was great as the main character (I already knew he was an awesome actor because I saw him as Alex Rider in "Stormbreaker" )! the whole movie was quiet epic the only thing I wish they hadn't done was all the romance stuff. ugh. but otherwise I liked it!

mm1991 - I'm actually not horrified. You really don't want to see it. I'm probably the only person in the world who thinks this, but it is pretty much the stupidest movie I've ever seen, and I saw nothing enjoyable in it. Humor was there I guess, but it was unpleasant and stupid.
*waits to be mobbed by the millions of fans*

Whoa, whoa, WHOA!!!! "pretty much the stupidest movie I've ever seen, and I saw nothing enjoyable in it. Humor was there I guess, but it was unpleasant and stupid."?????

*clutches chest, stumbles back.... THUD! *

How can you not like The Princess Bride? It has sword fighting, adventure, monsters, magic... True Love!

But really, it may not be the most "realistic" fantasy film or the one with the largest budget, but it's a classic case of a that is just pure un-mutilated fun. Plus, it has some of the best quotes of any 80's movie.

Rather, PC, isn't that ... Twue Wuv?

Some movies I've seen in the past half year (yeah, I know, not very much time for DVD-watching ):
Gods & Generals,
The Conspirator,
Doubt,
True Grit,
Alive,
The Pianist.

I only had time to get through the first disc of G & G before it had to be returned. Now that video store has closed down, and it's unavailable to rent anywhere else in our area, so I'm hoping I'll be able to finish it off ... someday. Even though the first disc was somewhat slow-moving, I still found it a fascinating telling of the rise and fall of the Civil War's Stonewall Jackson. In a similar vein, now I'd like to see Gettysburg.

The Conspirator is based on the true story of the trial of the one woman accused in the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. Quite the tale! And 'Mr. Tumnus' is one of the main characters ... Mary Sarratt's lawyer. It was very odd hearing him put on an American accent.

I tend to enjoy movies more that leave you to make your own decision at the end: I prefer films that don't end up all nice and tidily. Or I prefer bittersweet to completely happy. Doubt is another example of a film that leaves you wondering what the truth really was. You're not sure in the end if the suspect is guilty or not. The three main actors (Meryl Streep, Philip Seymour Hoffman, and Amy Adams) were all excellent: very convincing acting.

True Grit was such a fun Western. Not being a big fan of that genre of movie, I was skeptical, but really enjoyed it. Hailee Steinfeld was superb as young Mattie Ross. The main music theme was the hymn "Leaning on the Everlasting Arms", of which there were lovely renditions.

I'm reading the book, Alive, now: 'tis the true story of the rugby team whose small-ish plane crashed into the Andes in 1972. 45 people were on board; 16 of them amazingly survived until they were rescued ... 72 days later!!! The movie captures their ordeal quite well, but obviously the book has so much more in it. I also felt that at the end of their harrowing experience (it really is nigh unbelievable any of them survived) that they should have looked much more fragile than they did in the film. They appeared a bit too robust for having survived such primitive and freezing cold conditions, with minimal nutrition and death all around.

The Pianist, one of my favourites! A hard movie to watch, but so inspiring and well-acted. Adrian Brody deserves much for his realistic portrayal of Wladyslaw Szpilman, a Polish Jewish pianist in Warsaw during WW II. Based on his true story, the film seeks to convey some of the horrors of that awful time, as well as the courage of many. Apparently, the director, Roman Polanski, felt like he was re-living his childhood whilst filming The Pianist. An excellent film. And the music is marvelous! Next step? To purchase Szpilman's autobiography!

I've totally ruined any chance of you viewing me as normal, haven't I, Cor? What with not liking Classic Rock, and now this? Pretty shocking.
I stand firmer and firmer in my opinion. Someday I will find someone who dislikes stupid movies - for now I'll be by myself in my little club - Princess Bride Haters!!

To quote a movie you've probably seen.... "You are sad, strange little girl. You have my pity." *vulcan hand sign*

^ That was paraphrased, of course.

Well, not exactly ruined any chances of you being normal, just don't expect me to take any of your recommendations, seeing as how we seem to be completely different in our taste of entertainment.

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To get back on topic, over the past weekend I finally saw Blade Runner (1982) with my cousins. I must say, this is one of those movies that after hearing a lot of hype for it, I really was not impressed.

Actually, let me clarify: production wise it was amazing (couldn't believe it was from the early 80's! ), unfortunately everything else just felt... well, cold. The story was a tad hard to follow, none of the characters were all that engaging or likable (even Harrison Ford's Decker seemed rather aloof), the editing was disorienting at times and the ending only made sense after one of my cousins explained it to me.

I'm usually fine with "thinking man's" movies or amorality tales (I still love Cera Una Volta Ill West), but I just didn't "get" Blade Runner. Maybe I need to watch it again, but from my initial viewing, it was merely O.K.

Great visuals and production, but rather cold in the human drama area which was the main subject of the film. 2/5

About The Princess Bride,
It took me three tries on instant netflix to actually finish the movie, and that because this forum I am at- they all love it. Well, even after viewing it all I can't say I like it either. Totally don't get the love for that movie.

Cor, not quite - remember, we both like Taylor Swift!! xDDD Oh, and Deas Vail. But I guess the odds are against us.
So that sounded kind of weird. xDDD
Love the quote, though! I'm rather thrilled that it was addressed towards me.
Oh wow. My dream came true already!! *highfives narnian1* Join my club?

Prince Cor: brace yourself then. I don't like The Princess Bride either it was just too disturbing for me. I watched it once and laughed a bit but was baffled. I watched it a second time and after that I vowed never to watch it again it was too weird for my taste

*comes in*
I don't really like The Princess Bride, either.

Yes, I DID laugh at a couple things. It is a very humorous movie with some really funny quotes - Westley's "Do you have [number] of fingers? Someone's looking for you." Or something funny along those lines. I wouldn't think it's the worst movie I saw, but I didn't like it very much.
Why? One reason is that I found it a little stereotypical, but I think that's the point of the film.
The main reason is that I really, really dislike Buttercup. I'm sorry, but Westley was such a fantastic hero, I feel Buttercup was such a *rollseyes* stereotypical girl, taking Westley for granted, getting married "even if no love was invovled." And, too, I found her a little shreiky. I like a heroine who's at a little tough. (not feministic, but can defend herself. Princess Fiona from Shrek is probably my favourite heroine, that I can think of right now.)

Ditto on The Pianist, Jo.

I don't know if I've posted in here, but I saw the Legit, Wonderful P&P. (the older one)
The things I love in the new one - Rosamund Pike as Jane , and Rupert Friend for Whickam. The dresses. I would think that this one being the new one, the dresses would be a bit , but I found this was the case with the old one.
Also, I love the soundtrack of the newer one.
However, I lovelovelove the adaptation of the older one. I am totally and completely sold for Jennifer Ehle's portrayal of Elizabeth. I LOVED it. I feel like she showed us the sweet, lovable side of Lizzie, but she aptly did the dislike of Mr. Darcy as well. There was no trace of "Well..I think you're cute, but I'm not going to like you.." that I kind of, sort of felt with the newer portrayal of Lizzie.
I love how natural and down to earth she was. And how they showed both she and Mr. Darcy had faults. The newer one kind of skid over Mr. Darcy's faults, I felt.
The scenery was beautiful. I liked everyone's casting, except for Jane and Whickame. Jane ... I really could not see the actress as Jane. And, too, Whickam seemed a little old/not that good looking. ... My main objection, though, was Jane.
But, anywho, apart from the dresses and the casting I didn't like, I really enjoyed this version of P&P!

I like The Princess Bride. But I don't love it. I think maybe you need to watch it when you're younger to love it.

I glad you liked True Grit, JoHobbit. It's a favorite of those who are old enough to watch it. We ar going to visit family tomorrow and we're going to take it with us. We're hoping to have time to watch it.

Last night, I finished watching Braveheart with my older brother and sister. It was good, but not great like Gladiator.

SnowAngel

Eh, perhaps you have to be exposed to The Princess Bride at a certain time in your life to really like it. *shrug* It wouldn't make it into my top 10 list of all time favorites, but it would definitely be in my top 20.

Out of morbid curiosity, what is it that disturbs you or makes you think it's "Unpleasant and stupid"? *question aimed at Libby and Ela*

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I have yet to see Braveheart, Gladiator or True Grit (2010).... I must admit the first two really don't seem to be my type of film. I usually despise films that build up your emotional connection to a character just to bump them off at the end.
I would like to see True Grit at some point, having enjoyed the John Wayne original.

Incidentally, The Princess Bride wasn't released until I was 30, and the first time I saw it, both my brother and I thought it was very silly. It wasn't until later viewings (after it came out on VHS ) that its odd sense of humor grew on me.

Perhaps that is it...it has a weird sense of humor that people either like or dislike.

I hasten to clarify that I didn't dislike The Neverending Story; it's just not among my top 10 or 20 movies. It was an enjoyable film.

The Princess Bride has become "that movie" that I have to see every time I go to a sleepover and there's always at least two people quoting the whole thing while everyone drifts off to sleep. That being said I think it took me like five times to actually get past the first probably 30 minutes Even though I don't really care for it, some parts really grow on you and I do like the odd humor.

The main reason is that I really, really dislike Buttercup. I'm sorry, but Westley was such a fantastic hero, I feel Buttercup was such a *rollseyes* stereotypical girl, taking Westley for granted, getting married "even if no love was involved." And, too, I found her a little shreiky.

Ditto that! Westley's battling an ROUS and getting himself all injured while she's just standing doing nothing! Didn't even hand him his sword or anything! Yes at one point she has a giant stick, but still she's pretty useless in that scene.

Actually I think I saw the movie when I was too young... I don't remember how old I was but I do remember it was the first movie where my sister and I were hiding behind the couch in fear... Watching the movie now it's kinda funny to think so

You read my mind - that was the exact scene in my head while I was typing that! I'm seriously so shocked, lol. *high-fives outlier* She kind of flailed the stick, but much help that was. And the scene AFTER that! She just went along with the guy, and Westley looked so heart-broken. Another thing - they didn't say "I do", but technically, she was married.... >.> <.< *avoids tomatoes* I wish the rescue scene was during the marriage ceremony.
The humour in Princess Bride really amused me, so I do like the humour. It's the other plot-contributors that I don't like, though.