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Frank Sinatra biopic

Ya'll likely know I've been a massive Sinatra fan for over half my life, and was quite obsessed for a long time. I've been following the Scorsese biopic for many years now, knowing fully well it was a terrible idea from the onset. That you really can't cast a Frank Sinatra....very very very tricky thing to pull off, for a myriad of reasons. But I always figured that eventually, if the film did ...

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Bill Hader on Gaspar Noe

This video made my morning. Even Hader is like "nah man." XD People's reaction to Noe films never fails to amuse me.

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May Movies Releases

Watcha lookin forward to for the month of May?

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JOKER 2

What did you guys think of the trailer? I waited for the musical genre to become the one that highlights the cinematic language the best in modern day. Feels like we are there for some years now. This one had me intrigued. I made a video on it years ago when I learned about it. I'm not a big fan of the jukebox musical as a vehicle, but here I'm very interested in what they will do with it.

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The Greatest Love Story Never Told

Ya'll, this is a fascinating documentary. Wowww. One of the best unintentional comedies I've seen lately. These celebrities are so full of shit, and this documentary reads like a satire almost. J Lo over here trying to fund her own Lemonade like she's Beyonce. You'd think by now she'd know that she's the JCPenny's version of every famous pop star, and every movie star. What got her far in the i...

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CIVIL WAR

I must admit I'm quite intrigued by this one. I'll be seeing it on Thursday afternoon. What are your expectations, and what are your opinions on Garland as a director in general?

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Scores in My Head

For the last week or so, this piece has been playing in my head over and over, for a myriad of personal reasons. But this one really reflects my mind and heart at very specific points in time, I've recognized. What scores have you guys been listening to lately that speak to your heart and life, if any?

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Jack in the Box

I think we all know that your only excuse for eating at Jack in the Box should be if its after midnight. For two very specific reasons: first is the obvious one, that most fast food places other than Taco Bell are not open after midnight. And not everyone is lucky enough to have an in-n-out every 30 miles when you're roadtripping in the boonies. Second is because they make it their business to ...

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Topic Video Question

Name a movie you love that everyone else hates, and why.

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Conor McGregor

Yo...watching these press junket interviews has more climactic tension than the actual Road House movie had lol. I'm more interested in seeing whether or not Conor can just make it through an interview...and seeing his cast-mates reactions. Poor Jake sitting right next to him completely ignoring the elephant in the room to keep up appearances. >< Jeeeesus Conor....talk about coked up. Thi...

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Zone of Interest Notes

Sorry I forgot about this one, guys. Enjoy. 

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PERFECT DAYS

Who has seen it? I found myself really enjoying it, and feeling quite moved by the simplicity of it. Even if I struggled a lot with the second half of it. What do you guys think? I'm going to work on getting a review out for it soon. Hopefully tomorrow. 

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April Movies

This is when things start to pick up a bit more at the movies. What films are you looking forward to? And what should I be checking out? 

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LOVE LIES BLEEDING

Any interest? I'm gonna check it out this week and review it. And this time I actually mean it, lol. 

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Sandra Huller Poll

A couple of you have some very interesting points to say about THE ZONE OF INTEREST. I was talking to someone about Hedwig in particular, and I talked about how marvelous I think Sandra Huller's performance is in the film. I'd love to know from you guys who have seen both critically acclaimed films that she is a part of: which do you prefer her in? ANATOMY OF A FALL or THE ZONE OF INTEREST.&nbs...

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My Dream Last Night

I dreamed I was walking down a street in the dark and I got attacked by some man. Couldnt see his face. But I was able to choke him out using a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu combination I learned lol. My dream self is giving me way too much confidence. Suddenly I'm super sure of my bet picks for UFC 299 this weekend like never before. XD

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SHOGUN

Who has seen it? I've heard good things and wondered what your opinions are. If I get time soon I want to give it a shot. 

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Topic Question

What's a movie you hate that everyone else seems to love. 

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DUNE PART II

I almost fell asleep during the crucial climax......review coming soon. XD 

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Oscar Poll

Just to get a sense of things...is there anyone here who actually watches the Academy Awards ceremony?

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The Best Film of 2023?

I finally got around to watching THE ZONE OF INTEREST. Wow, loved it. I am thinking I will try and do a review for it. But not sure yet. Would love to hear everyone's thoughts who has seen it. I have many of my own. 

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Classic Review Idea

Every year around spring/summer time I try and review a classic summer American blockbuster. Last year it was Terminator 2, the year before I spend the majority of the year returning to Star Wars, and this year I thought I'd do the first three Indiana Jones films. Dial of Destiny last year definitely kickstarted the urge in me last summer. I would only be covering the original trilogy, and not ...

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March Films

What movies are you looking forward to in March? 

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Like I always say.....hold me accountable

You guys know I'm rather vocal about how I don't like the behavior of Youtubers/influencers online. Fantano was someone I started following in maybe 2010. We started doing content around the same time. His very straightforward style of no frills, I adopted for myself obviously, minus the Cal Chuchesta gimmick. But....as you can see I've deviated from his influence a long time ago. Though, I thi...

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Topic Question

Tell me your favorite movie, or one of them, and why. 

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I Don't Care What Ya'll Say

I don't watch football. So I'm doing the lord's work. Watching Dune Part I again in preparation for Part II. It is not good ya'll....sorry...it just isn''t compelling. It's not terrible. It's just so lacking in anything memorable or emotional or meaningful. It's minimalist to a fault. Nowhere near the richness of a Bladerunner 2049.  You can sit here and complain about how structurally mes...

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Madame Web

The public discourse on this film has peaked my interest enough to likely check it out. If only to see if it's as bad as all that. What have you guys heard about this one and does it interest you at all? 

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February Watch Party Date

Hey everybody. So the watch party this time will be on Sunday night February 18th, 7:00 pm central time. Please download discord if you haven't already. It's free to join and very easy to set up. You simply need to have your username created so you have an accessible profile to join streams. If you have questions, please let me know. Will post in the upcoming weeks as well.

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Topic Video Question

Name a movie that didn't age well for you, and why.

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Ugh

I really don't want to watch Dune Part I again but...I barely remember a thing about it. Which would be a problem leading into part II. I know we've discussed it, but what are your thoughts now with some perspective on it? How do you feel about Villaneuve's interpretation? 

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