Ruth Posted June 20, 2011 Share Posted June 20, 2011 This is horrible, Ruth, but even though I've seen Anchors Aweigh I don't remember seeing the Jerry dance! Man, I must be getting old . That last scene in American in Paris is amazing, you're right, and I also love that little scene in the beginning of him getting up in his tiny apartment and putting all of his stuff away, opening the window, etc. Just dancing around doing those simple things was unbelievable, and in such a small space! The Moses Supposes number is by far my all time favorite! I think the pair of them are pretty much perfect in that scene. Oh, and I have a wee story for you, Ruth! When I went to New York a few years ago, we stayed in this old hotel right across from the Ed Sullivan Theatre on Broadway and 54th (where David Letterman is filmed), and I found out while I was there that the hotel used to be an apartment building. Guess who had his first apartment in that same building? Mr. Kelly! It was so cool . Wow, that is a great story! I've been to NY and seen the Ed Sullivan Theatre, but never realised that I was right by Gene Kelly's former home! I watched Cover Girl at the weekend - an early film for Gene. He's partnered with Rita Hayworth, and in one scene he actually dances with a shadow version of himself. It's fabulous, and well worth checking out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruth Posted June 20, 2011 Share Posted June 20, 2011 I love any musicals, too, Ruth, but Singin' in the Rain is one of the best. Went to see our neighbours' daughter in an am-dram production of it just a week ago. It was pretty decent, apart from the leading man, whose voice was awful. But to be fair, we later found out he'd developed tonsilitis after four nights of ... er ... singin' in the rain We've got tickets for a new Sondheim musical, Road Show, which premieres in London next week. Looking forward to that one! I hope you enjoy the show next week. *jealous* I used to watch a lot of dark, angsty films when I was younger, but nowadays I like films that make me smile and feel good, and that's why I love so many musicals. And I just love to see fabulous dancing, and I don't think there was ever a better dancer than Gene Kelly. Makes me want to break out my old tap shoes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted June 20, 2011 Share Posted June 20, 2011 The original or the remake? I adore the original but haven't seen the remake (and I don't think I really want to). Avoid the remake at all costs, it is lousy! (I watched it last nigh as well!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tai_Mai_Shu Posted June 20, 2011 Share Posted June 20, 2011 I watched Sanctum last night. What do you think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knox Posted June 20, 2011 Share Posted June 20, 2011 Watched Paranormal Activity last night and it was pretty good. Some great scares to get the heart racing My missus was scared witless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sofia Posted June 20, 2011 Share Posted June 20, 2011 Watched Paranormal Activity last night and it was pretty good. Some great scares to get the heart racing My missus was scared witless I really liked that one....are you planning to watch the second one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knox Posted June 20, 2011 Share Posted June 20, 2011 I really liked that one....are you planning to watch the second one? Forgot to put 2 lol. Have seen them both and loved em both. A 3rd is on its way according to wikipedia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escargot Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 I watched Rio on Saturday, it was a nice film Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sofia Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 Forgot to put 2 lol. Have seen them both and loved em both. A 3rd is on its way according to wikipedia I heard that too...looking forward to it...I liked them both as well, though 1 a bit more than 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nursenblack Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 I watched True Grit yesterday with my mom. It was so good! The funny thing is that my dad refuses to watch it because he thinks he would be dishonoring John Wayne. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tai_Mai_Shu Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 Drive Angry - silly little movie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesilbeach Posted June 24, 2011 Share Posted June 24, 2011 Went to see Bridesmaids this afternoon. Much more enjoyable than I expected, and despite there being a bit of crude humour, on the whole it was just funny and a little bit heart warming! It wasn't totally successful - it was definitely too long and I could have done without the Matt Lucas and Rebel Wilson characters and scenes, as I don't think they added to the story. But, who knew I would ever be charmed by Chris O'Dowd? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no-1-book-fan Posted June 25, 2011 Share Posted June 25, 2011 ^ Bridesmaid is like Hangover but for woman, not that men can't view it because I liked it a lot. As for me, I saw the Ring (2002) last night. This has to be the most disturbing film I've ever seen. There are still images of little girls coming out of TV screens in my head, add the fact that I was watching this DVD in the early hours of this morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peacefield Posted June 25, 2011 Share Posted June 25, 2011 The Ring is an excellent film, no-1-book-fan! You're right, it is disturbing, but a good kind of creepy and so much better (IMO) than a scary slasher film. I watched Tetro last night, which has been in my queue forever. I'm not sure what goes through Vincent Gallo's mind, but I'm sure part of it must be a little off. It wasn't as strange and obscure as I was expecting, since I could actually follow a story and understood the plot, but it had it's parts of being completely pretentious. I'm not sure I see Gallo the same way I did before . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sofia Posted June 25, 2011 Share Posted June 25, 2011 ^ Bridesmaid is like Hangover but for woman, not that men can't view it because I liked it a lot. As for me, I saw the Ring (2002) last night. This has to be the most disturbing film I've ever seen. There are still images of little girls coming out of TV screens in my head, add the fact that I was watching this DVD in the early hours of this morning. Have you watched the original Japanese versions it's based on? Just as good...the first two anyway.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no-1-book-fan Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 Have you watched the original Japanese versions it's based on? Just as good...the first two anyway.... Yes, I've seen the 1998 original. I'm not usually keen on American remakes but I think this is as good as the original. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sofia Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 Yes, I've seen the 1998 original. I'm not usually keen on American remakes but I think this is as good as the original. agreed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poppy Posted June 27, 2011 Share Posted June 27, 2011 (edited) I've just watched, rather belatedly, The King's Speech. I knew I was going to love it and I certainly wasn't disappointed. Such a marvellous cast. Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush, Helena Bonham Carter, Timothy Spall .....they were all superb. Beethoven's Allegretto as the background for the speech was so moving, one of my most favourite pieces of classical music. Edited June 27, 2011 by poppy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lopeanha Posted June 27, 2011 Share Posted June 27, 2011 Pirates of the Caribbean 4 at the cinema. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted June 27, 2011 Share Posted June 27, 2011 Pirates of the Caribbean 4 at the cinema. Any good? I'm still undecided on whether to bother, because they should have stopped by now. I watched The Fighter this evening; thought it was fantastic, funny in places, and all in all a good watch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peacefield Posted June 28, 2011 Share Posted June 28, 2011 I watched The Fighter this evening; thought it was fantastic, funny in places, and all in all a good watch. Glad you liked it, Ben! It was definitely one of my two favorite films from last year . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knox Posted June 28, 2011 Share Posted June 28, 2011 Watched Forgetting Sarah Marshall last night and thought in parts it was hilarious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted June 28, 2011 Share Posted June 28, 2011 (edited) Glad you liked it, Ben! It was definitely one of my two favorite films from last year . Thanks, I had been waiting a while to watch and wasn't disappointed; thought the acting was brilliant. Out of interest, other favourite? Edited June 28, 2011 by Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peacefield Posted June 28, 2011 Share Posted June 28, 2011 Thanks, I had been waiting a while to watch and wasn't disappointed; thought the acting was brilliant. Out of interest, other favourite? True Grit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyzenthlay Posted June 28, 2011 Share Posted June 28, 2011 (edited) Sucker Punch I have to say I was amazed. I thought the soundtrack, special effects, symbolism and acting was great. It really fed so many of my nerdy little fantasies. Overcoming adversary, kicking ass, sacrifice and girls uniting. Also the introductory sequence was spectacularly made. edit: I know a lot of people hate it. I wasn't expecting much. It's my favourite movie so far this year. Edited June 28, 2011 by Hyzenthlay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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