Refreshing movies worth watching

[Fahzz]

I really wanted to like it. Honestly it bored me stiff. I never finished watching it. I feel like there was a really interesting engaging story to this woman's life, but it wasn't in that movie.

There was not one likeable character in that movie. I felt real bad for the kid.

 

[Short38]

NotoriouS
Who can forget the desperation in Claude Raines face as he is summoned back into his home with the line “Sebastian we want to talk to you….”

Flashpoint

JFK

 

[HoweSound]

The Stunt Man

A favourite of mine: The Stunt Man got little attention when it was released. Peter O'Toole is perfectly cast as the megalomaniacal film director. I show this to friends occasionally, some get it, some don't; you have to avoid getting too judgmental early in the movie, but also pay attention because there's lots to miss.

 

[jsilvela]

I also did not manage to like Tár (but I do like Todd Field's previous movies, especially In the Bedroom).
There's another recent Cate Blanchett vehicle where she gets to be angular and crabby and you're still rooting for her.
I recommend it:

Where'd You Go, Bernadette

Where'd You Go, Bernadette (2019) ⭐ 6.5 | Comedy, Crime, Drama

1h 49m | PG-13

www.imdb.com

 

[JayGilb]

Great movie with all around top notch performances.

 

[Power Pop 23]

FYI - for members of ASR with access to the Turner Classic Movies (TCM) cable channel........


TCM will be showing eight films directed by Tod Browning (1931 Dracula) beginning on Thursday, October 19, 2023 at 6AM Pacific Time

Notable among them is the recently restored 1932 horror-tinged drama 'Freaks' that will be shown at 1PM Pacific

Criterion released this restoration of 'Freaks' on physical media yesterday

 

[JiiPee]

Hugo - Not a typical Martin Scorsese film, but very nice anyway.

 

[Annieskipper]

One of my personal favorites is "The Stunt Man," a film that received limited attention upon its initial release. In this movie, Peter O'Toole's portrayal of the megalomaniacal film director is absolutely spot-on. I enjoy sharing this film with friends from time to time, although I've noticed that some grasp its essence while others may not fully appreciate it. To truly appreciate this cinematic gem, one must resist forming quick judgments early on in the story. Instead, it's essential to remain engaged and attentive throughout the viewing, as there are numerous subtleties and intricacies that can easily be overlooked. It's a film that rewards those who invest their full attention and an open mind, making each viewing a unique and thought-provoking experience.

 

[Annieskipper]

Last night, I caught The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar on Netflix, a captivating Wes Anderson production featuring a star-studded cast including Benedict Cumberbatch, Ralph Fiennes, Ben Kingsley, and Dev Patel. Based on the beloved Roald Dahl book, it was a delightful 40-minute theatrical experience that left me with a warm, nostalgic feeling.

 

[analogonly]

Second Hand Lions
The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert

 

[Eulipian]

Tender Mercies - Robert Duval in a singing role
Beetlejuice
Best in Show, A Mighty Wind
This is Spinal Tap
The Big Lebowski
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
The Return of the Pink Panther
Elf
Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, World's End
Tropic Thunder
Four Weddings and a Funeral
Galaxy Quest
Groundhog Day
The In Laws
Tremors
Napoleon Dynamite
Office Space
Some Like it Hot
Tootsie

 

[Andysu]

star trek the motion picture , theatrical version with theatrical mix Dolby Stereo 4.2.4 only exits on laserdisc , it inspires Dolby Atmos hybrid versions 1 2 and 3

it tears me up the enterprise beauty shot with jerry goldsmith score , where enterprise goes to warp speed to possibility of planets that would take hundreds to thousands years to reach

 

[Herbert]

 

[AdamG]

Excellent Movie that will tear at your heart.

The Quiet Girl (2022) ⭐ 7.7 | Drama

1h 35m | PG-13

www.imdb.com

 

[Godataloss]

Superb series. A bit of escapism as the world teters on the brink of WW2.

The Durrells (TV Series 2016–2019) ⭐ 8.2 | Biography, Comedy, Drama

46m | TV-PG

www.imdb.com

 

[CapMan]

Based on true story. Great movie.

 

[Ken Tajalli]

Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964) ⭐ 8.4 | Comedy, War

1h 35m | PG

www.imdb.com

An older gem, still cracks me up with its witty lines.
BTW, I have a 4K version, that I upscaled and enhanced using Ai. The original was so noisy, grainy and soft.
If anyone is interested, PM me.

 

[CapMan]

The original and still the best - 1990s Luc Besson

 

[Ken Tajalli]

The original and still the best - 1990s Luc Besson


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The Domino Principle (1977) ⭐ 5.7 | Drama, Thriller

1h 40m | R

www.imdb.com

I liked it.
BTW, how many Beeson s are there in France??

 

[Ken Tajalli]

With the current "current Affairs" in mind, perhaps a revisit to this mini-series is apt.

The Honorable Woman (TV Mini Series 2014) ⭐ 7.9 | Drama, Thriller

58m

www.imdb.com