MarkThrust said:

Ace said:

Some of the films have been re-issued on Blu-ray, in limited quantities:

http://www.woodyallenpages.com/

But his unwillingness (thus far) to do any extras has probably made it an unattractive proposition for the usual suspects.

He said, in an interview a couple years back, that he may eventually have to buckle at some point and do some extras. But he really didn't seem like he wanted to (he doesn't even like looking at clips of his films once he's completed them). And Amazon must have paid him a shit-load of cash for the upcoming series, so I don't think we're going to be seeing Woody doing any "commentaries" any time soon.

Cool, I've never checked out any fan sites.

It just seems that someone of his stature wouldn't be "OOP" for so many movies. And that was before Blu-Ray took over DVD.

This is the best site I've seen. Always up to date with the latest news.

OOP = out-of-print? If so, which ones aren't currently out there?

Favorite movie this week is 7 Pounds.

Last week was Lilies of the Field.

missfee said:

Hamad said:

Oh FUCK YES!!!!! I love this movie!!!!

My fave QT film. Great lines, cinematography, acting and soundtrack. Love it!

Its also the film that sparked my obsession with Shuggie Otis' music

Hamad said:

missfee said:

Hamad said: Oh FUCK YES!!!!! I love this movie!!!!

My fave QT film. Great lines, cinematography, acting and soundtrack. Love it!

Its also the film that sparked my obsession with Shuggie Otis' music

I forgot about the soundtrack! Yes, I recall it as being really good! I think "La, La, La (Means I Love You") is in here?

"Animal House".

RodeoSchro said:

"Animal House".

Schro! Used to love this as a kid! Bought the VHS as soon as it came out and watched it over and over again. "Zero...point...zero" became a big catch phrase on Stern.

Ace said:

namepeace said:

My vote for greatest movie of all time is The Godfather, Pt. II. A perfect film.

But, my favorite film is . . .

Star Wars: Episode IV -- A New Hope (1977): It changed my world completely (granted, I was 6 at the time). .

The first two Godfather movies, and the first two Star Wars movies, IMO will join the ranks of the small-w western "classics" after we are long gone.

I guess you're looking forward to the new Star Wars?

You mean, "Christmas"?

sexton said:

I'm not a big fan of Mafia movies, but I will acknowledge The Godfather as one of the best films I've ever seen. I preferred it over The Godfather Part II which I felt, while still a very good movie, dragged a little with the flashback sequences. I know I'm in the minority with that opinion.

[Edited 11/19/15 16:28pm]

I've heard fans and critics claim that neither I nor II were truly "Mafia" movies. There's some truth to that, as they play out like Greek tragedies.

Ace said:

So tough to pick one. But it's got to be Woody Allen.

An undisputed genius. Of his films, I think Annie Hall is his masterpiece, but Hannah and Her Sisters isn't far behind.

His own soliloquy in Hannah may be his finest scene.

The title sequence of Manhattan is inspired.

Of his more recent films, I most enjoyed Vicki Cristina Barcelona.

namepeace said:

sexton said:

I'm not a big fan of Mafia movies, but I will acknowledge The Godfather as one of the best films I've ever seen. I preferred it over The Godfather Part II which I felt, while still a very good movie, dragged a little with the flashback sequences. I know I'm in the minority with that opinion.

[Edited 11/19/15 16:28pm]

I've heard fans and critics claim that neither I nor II were truly "Mafia" movies. There's some truth to that, as they play out like Greek tragedies.

I can see that. I don't really consider The Godfather films actual "gangster" or "mafia" movies, they are dramas. Even though I love me some "Goodfellas" and "Casino", I consider those films to be labeled as "Mafia films" since in comparison, the lifestyle is more glorified. There was some sense of enjoyment and satisfaction with the "life", that is, until it all came crashing down. In The Godfather films, there's a constant battle of internal conflict along with achieving and maintaining power with Michael Corleone. Though he was excellent at achieving and maintaining power, I don't think he was ever truly happy living that life. Content maybe, but not happy.

namepeace said:

sexton said:

I'm not a big fan of Mafia movies, but I will acknowledge The Godfather as one of the best films I've ever seen. I preferred it over The Godfather Part II which I felt, while still a very good movie, dragged a little with the flashback sequences. I know I'm in the minority with that opinion.

[Edited 11/19/15 16:28pm]

I've heard fans and critics claim that neither I nor II were truly "Mafia" movies. There's some truth to that, as they play out like Greek tragedies.

Now that you mention,is true it's a drama. A tragic family story. Noboy likes Forrest Gump or Million?

I loved the last Woody's film Blue Jazmine.

GoodFellas is another great film, wonderful.

Brief Encounter. Early David Lean based on a one-act play by Noel Coward. (Coward also wrote the screenplay.) Brilliantly acted by Trevor Howard and Celia Johnson.

missfee said:

namepeace said:

I've heard fans and critics claim that neither I nor II were truly "Mafia" movies. There's some truth to that, as they play out like Greek tragedies.

I can see that. I don't really consider The Godfather films actual "gangster" or "mafia" movies, they are dramas. Even though I love me some "Goodfellas" and "Casino", I consider those films to be labeled as "Mafia films" since in comparison, the lifestyle is more glorified. There was some sense of enjoyment and satisfaction with the "life", that is, until it all came crashing down. In The Godfather films, there's a constant battle of internal conflict along with achieving and maintaining power with Michael Corleone. Though he was excellent at achieving and maintaining power, I don't think he was ever truly happy living that life. Content maybe, but not happy.

Goodfellas is the best "mob movie." Casino is up there as well. Both of those films are far more violent, but the arcs are the same. You're right, though, with I and II the arc is more emotionally visceral.

214 said:

namepeace said:

I've heard fans and critics claim that neither I nor II were truly "Mafia" movies. There's some truth to that, as they play out like Greek tragedies.

Now that you mention,is true it's a drama. A tragic family story. Noboy likes Forrest Gump or Million?

I loved the last Woody's film Blue Jazmine.

I still love Forrest Gump, though after some time, the story doesn't hold up as well. (IMO, Pulp Fiction deserved the Oscar that year).

I never got into Million. I'd have never thought Clint Eastwood would become an all-time great director. But boy did he.

What's so great about Pulp Fiction? i tried to watch it but did not understand the hype about it.

Ace said:

Hamad said:

My fave QT film. Great lines, cinematography, acting and soundtrack. Love it!

Its also the film that sparked my obsession with Shuggie Otis' music

I forgot about the soundtrack! Yes, I recall it as being really good! I think "La, La, La (Means I Love You") is in here?

Yes sir. I think he & Martin Scorsese really added a great musical element to their films. Its not just a generic background music for them, its another tool of storytelling.

Here is another great one.

The Others

Here is another great one.

The Others

Hamad said:

Ace said:

sexton said:

Years ago, I'd always say 1998's Elizabeth was my favorite movie, but I've since outgrown it and I've seen a lot of classic films since then. The one I fell in love with the most is Jean-Luc Godard's À bout de souffle / Breathless. (1960)

From IMDB: A small-time thief steals a car and impulsively murders a motorcycle policeman. Wanted by the authorities, he reunites with a hip American journalism student and attempts to persuade her to run away with him to Italy.

Smart, concise, irreverent with some seriously madcap editing--it's a very "punk rock" movie. I also love the classic shots of Paris. Great final scene too. 5/5 obviously.

For style and innovation, it's hard to beat (and Jean Seberg was such a beauty).

I'm a fan of the jump-cut (see Husbands and Wives and Deconstructing Harry), but I always think that maybe a mainstream audience can't handle them. Thoughts?

I agree the jump-cut can be too jarring for audiences accustomed to conventional filmmaking. I like French new wave so I'm fine with it, naturally.

namepeace said:

Ace said:

So tough to pick one. But it's got to be Woody Allen.

An undisputed genius. Of his films, I think Annie Hall is his masterpiece, but Hannah and Her Sisters isn't far behind.

I like those films a lot - although I agree with him that the last shot of Hannah was overly sentimental and unnecessary (I think that's kind of how he described it).

His own soliloquy in Hannah may be his finest scene.

Do you mean the voiceover in the movie theater?

The title sequence of Manhattan is inspired.

I think that whole film's just gorgeous (Gordon Willis ).

Of his more recent films, I most enjoyed Vicki Cristina Barcelona.

Although there were things that I loved in it, that one kind of left me a little cold.

214 said:

I loved the last Woody's film Blue Jazmine.

Actually, there've been two since then (Magic in the Moonlight and Irrational Man).

Brendan said:

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Genesia said:

Brief Encounter. Early David Lean based on a one-act play by Noel Coward. (Coward also wrote the screenplay.) Brilliantly acted by Trevor Howard and Celia Johnson.

Genesia!

namepeace said:

I'd have never thought Clint Eastwood would become an all-time great director. But boy did he.

I thought Unforgiven was excellent.

214 said:

What's so great about Pulp Fiction? i tried to watch it but did not understand the hype about it.

I think maybe it's influenced so many films that perhaps it's hard to see now how "different" it was at the time?

It certainly was an unpredictable, edgy, entertaining ride.

There was kind of something for everyone (humor; action; "cool" music; style; inside references for film buffs; the resuscitation of John Travolta's career; compelling dialogue; "romance"; etc.; etc.).

Hamad said:

Ace said:

I forgot about the soundtrack! Yes, I recall it as being really good! I think "La, La, La (Means I Love You") is in here?

Yes sir. I think he & Martin Scorsese really added a great musical element to their films. Its not just a generic background music for them, its another tool of storytelling.

Definitely. Scorsese must have a huge music budget ("Gimme Shelter" alone! ).

sexton said:

Ace said:

For style and innovation, it's hard to beat (and Jean Seberg was such a beauty).

I'm a fan of the jump-cut (see Husbands and Wives and Deconstructing Harry), but I always think that maybe a mainstream audience can't handle them. Thoughts?

I agree the jump-cut can be too jarring for audiences accustomed to conventional filmmaking. I like French new wave so I'm fine with it, naturally.

I recall watching a flick with jumps (maybe Deconstructing Harry), in a theater. I heard someone behind me say to her friend, 'What happened? I guess it's a bad print?'