tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post4802028004406637441..comments2024-03-17T10:11:46.952-04:00Comments on Film Experience Blog: The Wrestler is ComingNATHANIEL Rhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11597109147678235399noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-33308265241392483172008-11-23T23:15:00.000-05:002008-11-23T23:15:00.000-05:00Nathaniel - Holy shmoley, December is crowded. And...Nathaniel - Holy shmoley, December is crowded. And the kicker is that, try as I might, I'll probably never be able to see the everything that merits a viewing. Though I've heard nothing but good things about Frank Langella's Nixon, I'll admit to being a bit worried about Ron Howard's direction. Though he's far from terrible, his direction has always struck me as a bit... pedestrian.<BR/><BR/>But I'd forgotten about The Brothers Blooom and The Class. From what I've heard, reaction to The Brothers Bloom is a tad mixed - though I quite like Rachel Weisz, and I might see it for her alone.<BR/><BR/>I love the idea of The Class, and I had a family member get to see it early in San Francisco. She said it was really quite good.MKDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15861042514799725631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-35775491922548792212008-11-23T11:27:00.000-05:002008-11-23T11:27:00.000-05:00the random man i really hope that Oscar notices TH...<B>the random man</B> i really hope that Oscar notices THE WRESTLER but I do think it was an odd choice to save it for December.<BR/><BR/>Every year December is crowded but this year is beyond ridiculous.<BR/><BR/>DOUBT<BR/>REV ROAD<BR/>GRAN TORINO<BR/>FROST/NIXON<BR/>THE WRESTLER<BR/>DEFIANCE<BR/>THE READER<BR/>BENJAMIN BUTTON<BR/><BR/>and now qualifying engagements for<BR/>THE CLASS<BR/>GOMORRA<BR/>THE BROTHERS BLOOM<BR/>NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH<BR/>VALKYRIE<BR/>GOOD<BR/><BR/>and then all of these tiny films that have absurd one off nomination hopes -- one wonders what the heck they're thinking entering the fray while the 8 major releases above are sucking all air out of the room... they could have gotten a lot more critical attention in the spring or fall<BR/><BR/>ADAM RESSURECTED<BR/>WENDY & LUCY<BR/>HUNGER<BR/>NOBEL SON<BR/><BR/><B>i hate hollywood</B><BR/><BR/>i mean to some extent it's like this every year but this year it's worse.NATHANIEL Rhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11597109147678235399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-18204913286436363582008-11-23T10:14:00.000-05:002008-11-23T10:14:00.000-05:00I am one of the unlucky folks who will have to wai...I am one of the unlucky folks who will have to wait to see 'The Wrestler'(my city's local art theatre tends to get films a bit late), but I am looking forward to it. I'd heard good word of mouth, and the trailer makes me even more interested to see it.<BR/><BR/>Alas, I agree that the Academy has a tendency to forget some of the smaller, but very deserving, films that get released, as well as those flicks that opened months back. But here's hoping that changes.MKDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15861042514799725631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-46960207215594555712008-11-22T19:21:00.000-05:002008-11-22T19:21:00.000-05:00my grade predic for Australia was on the button. ...my grade predic for Australia was on the button. "B" it isAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-39813463950920477642008-11-22T02:05:00.000-05:002008-11-22T02:05:00.000-05:00wooowwww! Oscars.... please!wooowwww! Oscars.... please!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-6445084971859269972008-11-21T22:36:00.000-05:002008-11-21T22:36:00.000-05:00I'm predicting a B/B+ for Australia and a B+/A- fo...I'm predicting a B/B+ for Australia and a B+/A- for Milk and a B-/C+ for Rev. Road.<BR/><BR/>-bbAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-9142361583675384452008-11-21T21:26:00.000-05:002008-11-21T21:26:00.000-05:00Humm this year's best actress race will be all abo...Humm this year's best actress race will be all about star power and snubs.<BR/><BR/>Jolie seems likely to be nominated just because she's, well, Angelina Jolie, Mrs. Pitt, Embassidor for Good Will, Mrs. Pitt (again), mother of six... and because she was snubbed last year and because she is good (not great, but good) in Changeling.<BR/><BR/>Streep doesn't own the film just as much as Jones owns the play but Streep + Mamma Mia worldwide fondness + star power + greatest actress alive = nomination every time the Academy members can.<BR/><BR/>Winslet seems to be, in my opinion, out of reach this year. The Reader WILL give her the supporting nom, Rev Road WON'T give her the best actress nom (or at least i expect it won't although academy members are always bias on some things - like the fact that she has 6 noms and 0 wins...). I believe that an underachieved performance (she cries and screams and throws dishes and vases at everyone it seems xD but her character is not at all interesting) in RR will lead to a LOCK in supporting.<BR/><BR/>Hathaway, for me, is a sure lock for nomination. Star power, youth, great role, dominance in the screen (although the film is supposed to be based and to be enjoyed on a collective perspective) and well, it feels to be time to put a stamp on her. Oscary all the way.<BR/><BR/>Kristin Scott-Thomas. Nom is almost sure (Academy can't overlook her). Win? No chance.<BR/><BR/>Melissa Leo is out. She is outstanding but she is not well-known. And so... bleah.<BR/><BR/>Nicole Kidman is really wishful thinking. She is good, but she is not at all oscar-friendly. She has that superior air, that phlegm... I don't know why, she always seems cold to me. That's why The Hours is so great in so many levels.<BR/><BR/>Sally Hawkins? Lock for nom. I'm all for her. Everyone is pulling for her. She's incredible. She's funny. She's lovely. She's... oscary. She seems like it, doesn't she?<BR/><BR/><BR/>To Nat's consideration: the wonderful year of Michelle Williams can be awarded with a Best Actress nom? She seems really good in the picture.<BR/><BR/>And what about Julianne Moore? I know Blindness is much better as a book than as a picture (the book is excelent; one of the most beautiful i've read) but she carries all the picture and she is really good! Doesn't she stand a chance?<BR/><BR/>And Emma Thompson? And well, Hollywood runway model Keira Knightley? Don't they have a say on this matter?<BR/><BR/>I'm all too concerned about this category... But I believe the final five to be:<BR/><BR/><BR/>- Meryl Streep<BR/>- Kristin Scott-Thomas<BR/>- Sally Hawkins<BR/>- Anne Hathaway<BR/>- Angelina Jolie<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>P.S. The Dark Knight has been doing a quite silent campaign. Have they given up on the BP nom? I certainly hope not. I love the film and I hope that a riot is sure to come along to shake things up and remind the Academy that EVERYONE wants The Dark Knight on the ceremony as a BP nom! I really think that they can't pass on the opportunity to increase the ratings with this picture... even though they don't like it very much. Everyone liked this Batman.Jorge Rodrigueshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14773926428295140628noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-69030702807911557732008-11-21T18:41:00.000-05:002008-11-21T18:41:00.000-05:00Wow. I'm sort of way-into this trailer. Fingers ...Wow. I'm sort of way-into this trailer. Fingers crossed big time that Rourke and Tomei impress me as much in the movie as they do in these glimpses.NicksFlickPickshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04607501848596529493noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-68878338707571076702008-11-21T17:48:00.000-05:002008-11-21T17:48:00.000-05:00That trailer for "The Wrestler" was very good. Ca...That trailer for "The Wrestler" was very good. Can't wait to see the film now. I'll try to get over my personal feelings about Mickey Rourke (sleazy and homophobic) and just judge "the work" like I know I should.<BR/><BR/>And seeing three Oscar-bait films in the same day? I'd been in awards heaven, and I'd horde it over everyone I could for as long as I could. LOL. But then, I don't have the luxury of living in NY or LA to pull that off. For the people that live in the "real America," we're lucky to get the Oscar-bait films the month of the Oscars telecast.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-79818740333395751872008-11-21T15:58:00.000-05:002008-11-21T15:58:00.000-05:00I don't think Australia is this year's Cold Mounta...I don't think Australia is this year's Cold Mountain - practically everyone in America expected this to bomb except Nathaniel and Feinberg. <BR/><BR/>Really want to know your grade!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-22822441006113667082008-11-21T15:24:00.000-05:002008-11-21T15:24:00.000-05:00I had no expectations for "The Wrestler" before se...I had no expectations for "The Wrestler" before seeing this trailer, but it seems the movie has such a compelling story. Now, I can't wait to see it!<BR/><BR/>Have a nice weekend, Nathaniel!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-16655953240588000162008-11-21T14:31:00.000-05:002008-11-21T14:31:00.000-05:00Maybe a "B" for Australia -- liked it, but was dis...Maybe a "B" for Australia -- liked it, but was disappointed (due to high expectations?). Though, I could see a "C" as well from him. Hope not though.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-80390369382349810442008-11-21T14:17:00.000-05:002008-11-21T14:17:00.000-05:00My feeling is that those who were shouting "Cold M...My feeling is that those who were shouting "Cold Mountain redux!" were not too far off.adam k.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13485604493059621307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-42187962761283115672008-11-21T14:16:00.000-05:002008-11-21T14:16:00.000-05:00I'm expecting a C+ on Australia and a B+ on Milk. ...I'm expecting a <STRONG>C+</STRONG> on <EM>Australia</EM> and a <STRONG>B+</STRONG> on <EM>Milk</EM>. <EM>Rev Road</EM> I'm not too clear on. Probably somewhere in between...adam k.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13485604493059621307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-2958016687240108032008-11-21T14:13:00.000-05:002008-11-21T14:13:00.000-05:00this must be annoying you (im dreadfully sorry) bu...this must be annoying you (im dreadfully sorry) but i must know something about your thoughts on australia. its killing me!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-28671544741189559802008-11-21T14:11:00.000-05:002008-11-21T14:11:00.000-05:00Coola! I'm kinda terrified, haha.Coola! I'm kinda terrified, haha.Catherinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09258493877737555910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-31967201112159125092008-11-21T14:07:00.000-05:002008-11-21T14:07:00.000-05:00probably tonight or tomorrow when i get the oscar ...probably tonight or tomorrow when i get the oscar predictions done.NATHANIEL Rhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11597109147678235399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-21419993192801560452008-11-21T14:01:00.000-05:002008-11-21T14:01:00.000-05:00When will you be posting grades?When will you be posting grades?Catherinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09258493877737555910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-51717973848919211062008-11-21T13:59:00.000-05:002008-11-21T13:59:00.000-05:00That's really disappointing to hear about Australi...That's really disappointing to hear about Australia. You were one of the few pundits looking forward to it, and this is easily my most anticipated of the year. <BR/><BR/>What's wrong with it?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-13136720479617843282008-11-21T13:54:00.001-05:002008-11-21T13:54:00.001-05:00The buzz on Benjamin Button seems pretty underwhel...The buzz on Benjamin Button seems pretty underwhelming to me.<BR/><BR/>Ot uh. You didn't like Australia, Nathaniel?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-73540889853130058052008-11-21T13:54:00.000-05:002008-11-21T13:54:00.000-05:00I think the common thread is showiness. Even when...I think the common thread is showiness. Even when it's showy in its non-showiness like Mike Leigh. Also, if you're a foriegn name or a big name, you seem to have an edge.<BR/><BR/>Of course I don't think this discounts either Aronofsky or Demme to a certainty (though Demme seems more likely than Aronofsky).<BR/><BR/>But it's been hard to get into the heads of the Directors' branch lately, especially when directors who I thought would miss the cut (ie: Reitman, Gilmore, Haggis, Miller) have been making the cut.Roberthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13178975866741187681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-86029450009403304912008-11-21T13:48:00.000-05:002008-11-21T13:48:00.000-05:00ok sorry. I'm still upset about Australia :(ok sorry. I'm still upset about Australia :(NATHANIEL Rhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11597109147678235399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-35689333494806748022008-11-21T13:42:00.000-05:002008-11-21T13:42:00.000-05:00And come on, there's still Heath Ledger, and Cruz ...And come on, there's still Heath Ledger, and Cruz + Dewitt + Davis to choose from in supporting actress.adam k.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13485604493059621307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-70775188359894309512008-11-21T13:39:00.000-05:002008-11-21T13:39:00.000-05:00Sean Penn's "best in 13 years" sounds like a gold ...Sean Penn's "best in 13 years" sounds like a gold medal to me... not to mention the Hugh Jackman sexpot win. Unless someone in Milk has enough hot gay sex to steal the gold?<BR/><BR/>Actress must be more frustrating for you personally, though. Kristin Scott Thomas is still looming, no? She might just be THAT performance. Not to mention Kate Winslet in <EM>The Reader</EM>.<BR/><BR/>And here's hoping <EM>Benjamin Button</EM> is this year's <STRONG>"A"</STRONG> film... though I realize you haven't had one of those since 2005, and may never again : (adam k.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13485604493059621307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8256060.post-30001716917231270302008-11-21T13:38:00.000-05:002008-11-21T13:38:00.000-05:00No, I liked it a LOT. was not underwhelmed. but it...No, I liked it a LOT. was not underwhelmed. but it's not like it's not a biopic historic event + historic event + historic event with mimicry and the whole shebang ;)<BR/><BR/>still it's a pretty damn good one. I will be happy when it gets nominations.NATHANIEL Rhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11597109147678235399noreply@blogger.com