Alice in Wonderland (Disney version). Note: I was Alice five years in a row for Halloween!
The Worst Witch
Emmett Otter’s Jugband Christmas
Desperately Seeking Susan
The Goonies (my favorite scene was when they find the treasure!!)
What about something like Le Femme Nikita? I’m trying to think of something like Heavenly Creatures for you but I’m coming up blank. I almost said Secretary but that’s self harm and not what you’re looking for at all I don’t think. Angelina Jolie’s character in Girl Interrupted was kind of a violent sociopath? Kill Bill??? Although I think I’ve completely strayed from the whole “teenager” thing. Sorry. :(
I definitely don’t agree with his politics and have seen Bowling for Columbine. However, I cannot argue Mr. Heston’s epic presence especially in Spartacus and Ben Hur. While those are not two of my all time favorite movies, seeing them as a child made me believe he had a nearly superhuman enigma and both those movies have a place in movie classics history.
The Dark Knight (getting really impatient now!)
The Lovely Bones (it will be interesting to see PJ’s take)
White Night Wedding (B. Kormakur)
The Good Heart (D. Kari)
London To Brighton (will be moving to Brighton in the new year!)
and if the Bell Jar ever comes out, I’ll probably go see that (but I shouldn’t hold my breath).
Pierluigi- you’re right there. I sometimes combine these movies in my head because when I saw them, I watched them back to back too many years ago. Thanks.
The impression I have from some people is that it’s passe and perhaps even plebian to dislike this movie but I really did. =( I can definitely appreciate it as a modern Sade interpretation and everything that PPP was going for but I think I must be more faint of heart than I anticipated. I tried! The eyeball thing at the end really creeped me out.
I agree that sometimes the fate of cinema looks grim (never in my life have I felt there was less to see in the theaters). I think collectively though, cinephiles (for lack of a better archetypal title) eager for growth in this field won’t let it die. I know I won’t. =)
Well, there are three Alice related movies in the making now. The American Mcgee-esque one (thank god Sarah Michelle Gellar dropped out), the Tim Burton one (Depp maybe to play Mad Hatter?) and “Phantasmagoria” (the Marilyn Manson one mainly about Lewis Carroll). I only have hope for the Burton version and even then, I’m skeptical. Though, to be fair, I’m also going to be difficult to please considering I was Alice for five total years of my childhood for Halloween.
I agree with you about the Disney version being the least disappointing. Sigh. Perhaps someone will get it right.
I thought the sex scene in Climates really disrupted the flow of the film, even though I understand why the act played an important part for the character’s development.
Is this thread a question of censorship or plot? I think I’m more disturbed by the inclusion of a pointless romantic involvement into a story than a sex scene.
TOP 5 Childhood Films about 4 years ago
In constant rotation during childhood:
Alice in Wonderland (Disney version). Note: I was Alice five years in a row for Halloween!
The Worst Witch
Emmett Otter’s Jugband Christmas
Desperately Seeking Susan
The Goonies (my favorite scene was when they find the treasure!!)
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Which film has changed your life forever? about 4 years ago
The Hours- I think I was surprised that people could feel how I feel.
Noi Albinoi- It restored a sense of chaotic balance to my psyche.
Marie Antoinette (only the portion of the movie set in Petit Trianon)- I finally had a picture for exactly what I want.
Vagabond- I don’t have a solid reason why, but it stunned me in a good way.
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Which movies would you like to see on The Auteurs? about 4 years ago
More Icelandic films!
Noi Albinoi
The Sea
101 Reykjavik
Angels of the Universe
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Your Favorite Michel Gondry Film? about 4 years ago
I liked Eternal Sunshine heaps but I haven’t seen Be Kind Rewind yet either!
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Teenage girls and violence about 4 years ago
What about something like Le Femme Nikita? I’m trying to think of something like Heavenly Creatures for you but I’m coming up blank. I almost said Secretary but that’s self harm and not what you’re looking for at all I don’t think. Angelina Jolie’s character in Girl Interrupted was kind of a violent sociopath? Kill Bill??? Although I think I’ve completely strayed from the whole “teenager” thing. Sorry. :(
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VILLAINS. about 4 years ago
Bill the Butcher in Gangs of New York!
Or….the White Witch in the Narnia movies. I loved those books as a kid and she’s delightfully evil.
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Best soundtrack of 2007 about 4 years ago
I definitely have to agree with There Will Be Blood. That heart pounding melody follows me everywhere.
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Best of Animation about 4 years ago
I’ve been wanting to see the Danish Poet but can’t seem to get my hands on it. Has anyone seen it?
Alice in Wonderland is my favorite animated film but I also love Fantasia.
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This film needs U.S. distribution about 4 years ago
I haven’t seen it either but really want to!
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VILLAINS. about 4 years ago
Dkaz- A friend of mine who is a reenactor said he could get me the hat! I want to be him for Halloween one of these years too!! :D
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Who's looking for eachother? about 4 years ago
Writer and actor here!
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D.I.Y. Film Playlist about 4 years ago
THEME: Escape
1. Thelma and Louise
2. Catch Me if You Can
3. Into the Wild
4. Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
5. Alice in Wonderland
6. Vagabond
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Which movies would you like to see on The Auteurs? about 4 years ago
Also I’d like to see some New Zealand films! :D
Eagle Vs. Shark
An Angel At My Table
Whale Rider
Once Were Warriors
Heavenly Creatures
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Charlton Heston about 4 years ago
I definitely don’t agree with his politics and have seen Bowling for Columbine. However, I cannot argue Mr. Heston’s epic presence especially in Spartacus and Ben Hur. While those are not two of my all time favorite movies, seeing them as a child made me believe he had a nearly superhuman enigma and both those movies have a place in movie classics history.
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What to look forward in 2008? about 4 years ago
The Dark Knight (getting really impatient now!)
The Lovely Bones (it will be interesting to see PJ’s take)
White Night Wedding (B. Kormakur)
The Good Heart (D. Kari)
London To Brighton (will be moving to Brighton in the new year!)
and if the Bell Jar ever comes out, I’ll probably go see that (but I shouldn’t hold my breath).
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Charlton Heston about 4 years ago
Pierluigi- you’re right there. I sometimes combine these movies in my head because when I saw them, I watched them back to back too many years ago. Thanks.
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Good Bad Films about 4 years ago
The Worst Witch starring Tim Curry and Fairuza Balk.
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George Clooney about 4 years ago
I never knew what the big deal was with George Clooney. I think he wants to be Sinatra though.
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Good Bad Films about 4 years ago
Elric- I still think The Burbs is one of Tom Hanks’ best films too. LOL-I think it may have been Bruce Dern’s finest moment as well. :D Great choice.
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Your favorite Woody Allen's film? almost 4 years ago
I’ve always felt like I have a freakish amount in common with Annie Hall and so I feel at home watching that film. :)
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Film quotes you love almost 4 years ago
“Eight year olds dude.”
-The Big Lebowski.
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Disturbing Movies that You Love... over 3 years ago
Happiness (I definitely agree with this one).
Night of the Hunter
Persona
Heavenly Creatures
The Snake Pit
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Salò over 3 years ago
The impression I have from some people is that it’s passe and perhaps even plebian to dislike this movie but I really did. =( I can definitely appreciate it as a modern Sade interpretation and everything that PPP was going for but I think I must be more faint of heart than I anticipated. I tried! The eyeball thing at the end really creeped me out.
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Is Cinema dying? over 3 years ago
I agree that sometimes the fate of cinema looks grim (never in my life have I felt there was less to see in the theaters). I think collectively though, cinephiles (for lack of a better archetypal title) eager for growth in this field won’t let it die. I know I won’t. =)
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Films that are better than the books that they are are based on over 3 years ago
I agree with “The Godfather.” I didn’t think it was Puzo’s best work but obviously a great film.
I thought “The Hours” was better than the Cunningham book.
“Gangs of New York” was way better than the Asbury book though if I remember correctly, they didn’t relate very much to each other.
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A Character Just Like You over 3 years ago
Have you ever viewed a film and thought the similarities between you and a particular character were alarming?
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Films that are better than the books that they are are based on over 3 years ago
Art—
Well, there are three Alice related movies in the making now. The American Mcgee-esque one (thank god Sarah Michelle Gellar dropped out), the Tim Burton one (Depp maybe to play Mad Hatter?) and “Phantasmagoria” (the Marilyn Manson one mainly about Lewis Carroll). I only have hope for the Burton version and even then, I’m skeptical. Though, to be fair, I’m also going to be difficult to please considering I was Alice for five total years of my childhood for Halloween.
I agree with you about the Disney version being the least disappointing. Sigh. Perhaps someone will get it right.
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A Character Just Like You over 3 years ago
I think Alain from Malle’s “Le Feu Follet” for me.
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Sex in the movies: Disturbing? over 3 years ago
I thought the sex scene in Climates really disrupted the flow of the film, even though I understand why the act played an important part for the character’s development.
Is this thread a question of censorship or plot? I think I’m more disturbed by the inclusion of a pointless romantic involvement into a story than a sex scene.
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If you had to pick ONE film as your favorite... over 3 years ago
Le Feu Follet
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