What was the last movie you've seen?

[dsheinem]

Winter’s Bone (2010) –Of all the 2010 Oscar nominated films I have seen thus far, this one has been the most surprising. The film just simply works, even if the ending leaves a bit to be desired. The acting performances are excellent all around, and the fact that most of these actors are relative unknowns adds a real sense of authenticity to everything. In addition, the setting for everything remarkably captures my own experiences of living in rural America (Appalachia, not the Ozarks) and is beautifully realized on the screen. This is the first film I’ve seen from director Debra Granik, and I am very curious to go back and check out her first (2004’s Down to the Bone) – I am even more excited to see where she might go next.
Grade: 4/5

127 Hours (2010)- This is probably the first Danny Boyle film I’ve actually enjoyed since 28 Days Later, and even though I could see the merit of Slumdog Millionaire and Sunshine, I felt that both of those films were lacking in some way or another. 127 Hours isn’t perfect either, but it tells a very simple story in a compelling way. The standouts are the directing by Boyle (who uses less of his standard gimmicks and more genuine ingenuity to shoot the same tight space for most of the film) and the acting by Franco (who clearly had a good time with the role). Even though the plot is predictable and the ending is a bit rushed, the film is worth a look.
Grade: 4/5

I am almost done catching up on this year’s 10 best picture nominees – I really hope to finish before the Oscars begin tomorrow night. I have three left to go, but so far a lot of these films strike me as good, not great. I feel like this is a weak year all around. I’ll try to post my own picks and thoughts before the Oscars air tomorrow. Ten films is far too many for the Best Picture category in all but the most unusual years. They should go back to five.

[ManicMza]

I just watched The Other Guys on blu ray
Verdict- Meh....
Also just watched Nowhere Boy on blu ray
Verdict- great film about teenage John Lennon
If you're remotely interested in Lennon or the Beatles check it out

[lisalover1]

Watched The Majestic today. I seriously liked the movie. Jim Carrey is a good actor; right up there with Bill Murray in my opinion.

[Gamerforlife]

Just watched "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" for the first time in ... more than a decade, likely.

Still a fun movie. Wasn't quite as good as I remembered it, but still held up decently well. Gotta love Daffy vs Donald.

Coincidentally, they are showing Space Jam on tv right now. Good nostalgic fun

[Croooow!]

Watched The Majestic today. I seriously liked the movie. Jim Carrey is a good actor; right up there with Bill Murray in my opinion.

I have to say I loved that movie too. That was the first film I watched where Jim Carrey was in a serious role and I was very impressed.

[Pulsar_t]

Just watched "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" for the first time in ... more than a decade, likely.

Still a fun movie. Wasn't quite as good as I remembered it, but still held up decently well. Gotta love Daffy vs Donald.

Coincidentally, they are showing Space Jam on tv right now. Good nostalgic fun

Fewer and fewer movies tend to stand the test of time. Upon watching The Goonies for the first time in years I came to the conclusion that it's not that good, and the hidef transfer has made it even less wholesome.

[dsheinem]

The Social Network (2010) - In what is probably Fincher's best film since Fight Club, a strong cast, a string of well executed shots, a well paced narrative, and a pitch perfect soundtrack make this film a strong contender for film of the year. Not only is the story itself infinitely more interesting than I thought it could possibly have been, but the film accomplishes the task of making everything seem like it is occurring in a real, believable setting with real, believable people playing the lead roles. It gives you that "fly on the wall" sense that some of the best documentaries can, even if this immediacy falls apart in the last act of the film. Eisenberg is excellent as an entirely convincing Zuckerberg, as is the rest of the cast (even Timberlake) in their own roles. The film manages the feat of being repellent and inspiring at the same time, which is remarkable.
Grade: 4/5

[elmagicochrisg]

[Michi]

Fewer and fewer movies tend to stand the test of time. Upon watching The Goonies for the first time in years I came to the conclusion that it's not that good, and the hidef transfer has made it even less wholesome.

I've had that with Die Hard 1 and 2. They look so dated when you watch them now...

That's happened to me a couple of times lately while I've been watching some 80's movies. Usually I don't notice it until a certain incident pops up and ruins my concentration. Say, somebody needs to make a telephone call, and I'm sitting there going, "Why don't they just use their cell pho-....Oh. Right. 80's...." Oddly enough, it didn't bother me so much watching The Goonies a couple of weeks ago. Strange that.

[final fight cd]

one flew over the cuckoo's nest

a few years back my mom bugged the piss out of me to watch this movie. i gave in, not because i wanted to, but because i was stick of hearing about. i am glad i caved in.

the movie played saturday night on TCM, not TMC. and surprisingly, it was commercial free and uncensored. i wonder if TCM does this to all their movies?

it kind of has a sad ending. i didn't tear up, nor was i about it, but it is kind of sad.