sod Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 As we have the most over-rated films list up and running I felt it only fair to look at some of the most under-rated films; For example, Withnail and I springs to mind as do High Fidelity and Babel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrissy Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 I thought that last one read as 'Babe', and thought "Which one? Babe the original or Babe - Pig In The City?" My nominations for underated films would have to include 'Ghost Dog'. I'm going to ponder this some more and see what others I can come up with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kell Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 As we have the most over-rated films list up and running I felt it only fair to look at some of the most under-rated films; For example, Withnail and I springs to mind as do High Fidelity and Babel I totally agree with the first two, but I've never seen the last one - yet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruth Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 As we have the most over-rated films list up and running I felt it only fair to look at some of the most under-rated films; For example, Withnail and I springs to mind as do High Fidelity and Babel Agree with Babel. I actually don't like Brad Pitt; he's one of very few actors who I just don't enjoy watching, but I did love that film. From the same director, I would say 21 Grams. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bree Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 (edited) Stand By Me - though appreciated, this brilliant film gets side-lined amidst more famous Stephen King films What's Eating Gilbert Grape - one of the finest films of Johnny Depp and Leonardo DiCaprio, and yet doesn't get mentioned as often as it deserves to Candy - such a beautiful film - Heath Ledger and the girl (I forget her name) break your heart with their vulnerability (Edit : Just googled, its Abbie Cornish) Edited February 27, 2012 by bree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruth Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 All good choices Bree. Heath Ledger was a very talented actor, unfortunately his talents are overshadowed by his premature death. Can I suggest Barefoot in the Park? Robert Redford and Jane Fonda, both at their most beautiful. Very very funny and sweet movie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 I've had a running argument with my brother for years on the merits of Tremors. Not only is it a great film in its own right, but a wonderful homage to all those monster movies of the 1950's. My brother however, thinks it's crap! Also, if I mentioned this on some of the Sci-Fi websites I go on, I would be shot, so I'll say it very quietly..... I enjoyed The Phantom menace! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milo MInderbinder Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 As we have the most over-rated films list up and running I felt it only fair to look at some of the most under-rated films; For example, Withnail and I springs to mind as do High Fidelity and Babel A few more: The Warriors Beautiful Girls Backbeat Wag the Dog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vodkafan Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 A few more: The Warriors Beautiful Girls Backbeat Wag the Dog I have Warriors in my collection. Great movie. Haven't seen any of those others. Others I would go for are: In The Company Of Men Rachel Getting Married Punchline Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karsa Orlong Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 I've had a running argument with my brother for years on the merits of Tremors. Not only is it a great film in its own right, but a wonderful homage to all those monster movies of the 1950's. My brother however, thinks it's crap! Tremors is brilliant! One of my favourite films, just a wonderful tribute to old school monster movies - and with a brain, too As I always tell me boss: I plan ahead. That way, I don't do anything right now I enjoyed The Phantom menace! Heathen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sod Posted February 28, 2012 Author Share Posted February 28, 2012 I thought that last one read as 'Babe', and thought "Which one? Babe the original or Babe - Pig In The City?" My nominations for underated films would have to include 'Ghost Dog'. I'm going to ponder this some more and see what others I can come up with. Hmm Ghost Dog a wonderful choice who recomended it to you huh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrissy Posted February 28, 2012 Share Posted February 28, 2012 Hmm Ghost Dog a wonderful choice who recomended it to you huh Some bloke somewhere. I would also like to throw into the ring 'Serenity'. It's a fantastic film, that stands alone despite stemming from a series with the same characters. Few outside of Joss Whedon fandom know about Serenity or it's origins in Firefly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timstar Posted February 28, 2012 Share Posted February 28, 2012 I would also like to throw into the ring 'Serenity'. It's a fantastic film, that stands alone despite stemming from a series with the same characters. Few outside of Joss Whedon fandom know about Serenity or it's origins in Firefly. Absolutely LOVE that film, very under-rated. As is Firefly and Dollhouse... I think the avengers will put Whedon into the hollywood spotlight a bit more and hopefully more people will see his previous stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karsa Orlong Posted February 28, 2012 Share Posted February 28, 2012 Ditto with Serenity - good call Chrissy. Firefly was quickly becoming Whedon's best series, imo, before it was so rudely cancelled. By coincidence, last night I watched Castle (starring Nathan Fillion) and Homeland (starring Morena Baccarin) so I really should've remembered Serenity! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timstar Posted February 28, 2012 Share Posted February 28, 2012 By coincidence, last night I watched Castle (starring Nathan Fillion) Is it any good? on my Lovefilm list to be watched. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karsa Orlong Posted February 28, 2012 Share Posted February 28, 2012 Is it any good? on my Lovefilm list to be watched. Yeah, it's good fun. I don't feel any compulsion to see every single episode, but it's easy to dip in and out of and still enjoy it. Season 2's just started on Five on Friday nights Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kylie Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 (edited) Pleasantville, with Tobey Maguire and Reese Witherspoon, is very underrated. Also, I Heart Huckabees and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. Edited March 4, 2012 by Kylie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen.d Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 A few more: Wag the Dog Pleasantville, with Tobey Maguire and Reese Witherspoon, is very underrated. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. I agree that all of these films are under rated. 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind' is one of my favourite films. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kell Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 Some bloke somewhere. I would also like to throw into the ring 'Serenity'. It's a fantastic film, that stands alone despite stemming from a series with the same characters. Few outside of Joss Whedon fandom know about Serenity or it's origins in Firefly. That is a fantastic film! Not only does it really do the business for the existing fans, but those who know nothing about the show can enjoy it just as much. Wheedon is one of the great under-rated geniuses of the business. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ophelia Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 I loved the film 'Babette's Feast' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sofia Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 Hard Candy...with Ellen Page Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sod Posted March 5, 2012 Author Share Posted March 5, 2012 Pleasantville, with Tobey Maguire and Reese Witherspoon, is very underrated. Also, I Heart Huckabees and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. Great choices Kylie I love them all I feel that I must also add, The Fisher King, Juno and Lars and the Real Girl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poppy Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 Japanese Story with Toni Collette and Gotaro Tsunashima Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kylie Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 Thanks Sod. I also think Go is underrated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruth Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 Almost anything with Jeff Bridges in. He was once labelled the most underappreciated actor of his time. Not so much now I guess, since he has won an Oscar (on his sixth nomination!) The Big Lebowski, also The Fisher King, Fearless, and Starman. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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