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I'm of a similar genetic make up! when a film hasn't spaceships or scifi of some kind I worry it's going to be cheap crap but often there's good stuff like garden state, seabiscuit etc that can be enjoyed despite the lower budget!

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Ice Age 1 was pretty poor IMO. Compared to Pixar and Dreamworks it was cheap animation and the storyline was cleched and predictable. The actual jokes were basically just 'wisecracks' and all the characters, lazy stereotypes. I only watched 40 minutes of it so I'm not the best judge but that's the impression I got.

Maybe Ice Age 2 is better but I doubt it. And I do like kid's films generally, Charlie And The Chocolate Factory is one of the better in recent history.

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Aeon Flux - Not bad 6/10

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managed to catch lucky number slevin last night and was a great film 9/10

watched basic instinct 2 earlier in the week and tend to agree with other posts on this... a big pile of turd. came across as they were trying to outdo the leg crossing scene from the first movie, but just went over the top

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Doom - 2/10 very boring

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I think your impression is pretty accurate. I watched it right through on ITV2 the other week. If I were to write a one-paragraph review I think I'd have said exactly the same as you did!

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I can only remember the first 10 minutes with that squirrel chasing the nut - i dont think i've laughed so much at a cartoon in a loooong time.

Not seen the second one yet.

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The parts with the squirrel were the best parts of it. The rest was, imo, dire.

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Ice Age 1, the story sucked really. And that's putting it lightly, # 2 was infinitely better.

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Scary Movie 4: If your a fan of 1 & 2 but thought 3 was poo then this will have you laughing from the first minute to the end :)

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Sounds Perfec' :) I should be watching this soon then :D

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Finally saw Tomb Raider last night, on BBC3. It's typical of a game-to-movie conversion and proves that sufficient plot for a computer game is not sufficient plot for a 90-minute feature.

I wouldn't sit and watch someone else play Tomb Raider from start to finish, so why does a film studio think I'll want to sit and watch someone else 'playing' it on a cinema screen?

4/10 because it looked good and filled an evening. I say 'it', not 'she' ... is Angeline Jolie supposed to be a pin up?

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Been having a bit of a movie fest lately (got a new telly) so here's a rundown:-

King Arthur - 1/10
YAWN! Got switched off after about 20 minutes.

Chronicles of Narnia - 4/10
Not so good - just didnt feel like they caught the right feeling for this one, better for kids i suppose but...

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - 8/10
Potter's for kids too and this is much better, best movie of the series so far from the best book of the series, still prefer to read it than see it though.

The Constant Gardner - 8/10
Good movie but a bit too serious to be enjoyable if you catch what i mean, potent messages in this one though which make you think a bit.

Finally my pick of the bunch by a mile...

Millions - 10/10

Bloody brilliant movie, nearly brought a tear to my eye which is saying something in itself. From beginning to end i had a wee smile on my face watching this - i feel kind of tamed now.

Do youself a favor and see this one!

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The Wicker Man - freaky stuff. A bit silly in parts too.

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Watched a Japanese film called Casshern at the weekend. A very well made movie with a great story and a very manga animation look about it.

Slightly hard to follow when trying to watch the action and read the subtitles as well, due to the film being very fast paced.

Overall I really enjoyed it. 7/10

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Any body seen Silent Hill yet? Am off to see it tonight....

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Ooh ooh, let us know how you get on 'cos I'm planning on seeing this next week while Mrs Nug is away (I might even get Slither in as well)

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It's not bad but it's overrated. You also get a bit lost in the plot sometimes too... or I did anyway :D (Non-Silent Hill-Playing watcher).

I've just rewatched the Cube franchise again. Mucho themes that Saw seemed to draw off, suppose it's inevitable though with them both having the same relatively small production companies...

Cube 7/10
Cube:Hypercube 5/10
Cube Zero 7/10

:D

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The Family Stone: Imagine 'Meet the Parents', then take out all the jokes. Absolutely awful. 2/10.

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Cube Zero eh... Not seen that one yet, the first one was superb.

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I didn't even know it was based on a game til yesterday.. :dunce:

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I disagree, I thought it was ok. the humour was a lot more reserved and darker. The film lost it though when the relationships went in a strange direction - I wont say anymore as that would be spoilers.

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Office Space - comedy by Mike Judge of King Of The Hill fame - really good in a not too pretentious way. Can't believe I hadn't heard of it until now. 9/10

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You haven't seen the whole set yet... the original arthouse TV drama/film was I think what the three films where based on... slightly different in tone mind...directed by Jim Henson no less

imdb link

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Ben Dover - Housewives' Fantasies Fulfilled 1/10
Not half enough smut as previous titles for my likeing...... :D

on a serious note... last film I watched was Narnia... Give me the original or the book anyday. This is another example how classic films should be left as classics and not re-hashed. 1/10

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Oh and you can watch the Jim Henson original on youtube I just found out... here
It seems al ittle out of sync, soundwise though... It's available through other means too I've heard...

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Original? You talking about the BBC dramatisations because I remember hating those when I was a teenager? I read the books when I was much younger and thought the BBC version was pretty rubbish - but then I nearly always find that about books adapted to film - you can watch the film and then read and enjoy the book, but not so easily the other way round.

I haven't watched the film yet but keep meaning to...

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Scarey movie 4 is not as good as the other ones 5/10

Keeping mum was a let down 5/10

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OK. I give this 6/10. Quite scary, a little bit gruesome in some parts but I didn't really get the ending. :dunce:

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i agree keeping mum not as expected..

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Cheers OB - I'll let you know what I think next week :tu:

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Silent Hill - stuck to game well, but not all that scary, bit confusing at times - 6/10
Scary Movie 4 - Started well, but just dragged on - 5/10

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I think Tomb Raider (and to a certain extent TRII) is an excellent "friday night, after the pub" movie. By that, I mean very little story, impressive stunts, impressive special FX and a main character with large t*ts.

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Charcter, but not actress - she had to wear a padded bra in order to achieve the Lara Croft look, IIRC. She still doesn't do anything for me though.

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Each to their own. I do think that Angelina Jolie can look quite sexy, but she didn't look too sexy in Tomb Raider.

I think she actually is quite well endowed, it's just that the Lara Croft build is anotomically very difficult. At lease without installing implants large enough that they are likely to cause health problems.

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/opens mouth to say something about the nerds who devised the 'Lara Croft build'

/decides discretion is the better part of valour

:D

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http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001401/bio


p.s. as far as I know she has not purchased or leased implants.

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Mission impossible III

This is a big blockbuster full of explosive action and big impossible stunts.
This is mission impossible so some things are hard to believe so dont take it too seriosuly.
It's a good movie and has elements from the past films too. Probably the best of the 3 films.

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Nightwatch: I bought this based purely upon a couple of reviews, and the trailer. What I was expecting was a good action film, with some impressive stunts, What I got was a film that seemed to take all it's mystical background, and a fair amount of the backing story, from Buffy the Vampire Slayer (I kept thinking of the Watcher's Council). The image was aided by the fact that, in one scene, a character is watching the Dracula episode of Buffy.

It's actually not a bad film. The dubbing is a little distracting (and actually doesn't match with the subtitles), and the story is actually allright. There are a few absolutely stunning scenes, but in general, I wouldn't have bought it if I had seen it.

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I caught a bit of the Matrix on TV. Not seen it before. All has become clear as to why it's popular - lets the spotty no-life geeks dream, if only for a moment, that they can be the all-action hero Neo :D Seemed very good. Must watch the whole thing.

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The Italian Job 7/10

Not seen this before, not sure why. I probably thought it would be a cheesy remake of the classic. Totally different story line though, just a couple of similarities. But mainly watched it because of Charlize Theron. :drool: oops:

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I also watched "The Butterfly Effect" the other day. A surprisingly interesting film. I can't go into to much detail, but it's basically about a man, who since being a small boy, has had blackouts. He then discovers he can remember what happened during the blackouts. As the film goes on, he also discovers the ability to *change* what happened (the actual events, not just the memories) in the blackouts. The film is about the changes that occur in his life because of this ability.

Interesting idea executed quite well.

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We went to see Ice age2 at the weekend (more because we had a free ticket lol) and I have to say it was ok 8/10

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Sounds good that one!

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treasure planet - 4/10

disney disaster!!!

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So basically, "Quantum Leap - The Movie" ;)

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I watched "Not another teen movie" last night, it is quite good but I suspect I enjoyed it for different reasons to our esteemed Admin Russ ;)

If you like Scarey movie I am sure you will enjoy this

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Last film I saw at cinema was Saw 2, bloody awesome (literally). I don't get jumpy with horror movies, I just laugh at them instead.

Also saw Falling Down on TV last night if that counts, a true antihero classic.

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match point - awful.

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da vinci code very very good.

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Saw Red eye last night, it was ok but it could have been far better

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Going to see this next week. People say it's quite a long film.
I'm looking forward to seeing wether it lives up to all the hype it's been given.

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Going to see this one Tuesday myself, going to be a busy cinema week for me actually, im going to see X-Men III on Thursday aswel.

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Is X-men 111 out this week??? Oh great I have been looking forward to that :)

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I hope so or thats going to be the most boring evening spent in the cinema of my life this thursday :)

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Assault on Precinct 13

Enjoyable action movie, unfortunaly it has an obvious bad guy your not supposed to know about from the start (trust me - im not giving anything away) but apart from that - worthy.

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That was a nice film, saw it a while back. I enjoyed it, but it is a little predictable in places. Still, kept me entertained, 6.5/10.

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Did you notice the obvious bad guy as well?

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So long ago i'm not entirely sure, although i do remember predictability for some reason.

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You never saw "The Grifters" at the cinema then? :D

Anyway. the last two films I saw were "Aeon Flux" and "Fun with Dick and Jane". Saw the former on the plane out to Las Vegas, and the latter on the plane back.

Aeon Flux

I was being constantly interrupted by the various goings on on the plane (stewards serving drinks/food etc) while watching this, so have possibly missed large chunks.

From what I did see: Charlise Theron looked rather nice, it had some good stunts and good special FX. The bad part is that the story was difficult to understand (although, as I said, this may be due to the interruptions as I can follow most stories easily), the script was bad. The other major bad point is that it seemed very much like a generic action film from a comic book (set in a future world, oppressive government rules and a brave rebellion fights back). I'd give it a 4/10.

Fun with Dick and Jane.

I wasn't expecting to enjoy this, but, surprisingly, I did. Not because it was a great story (it wasn't), or had a great script (it didn't). Not even because it has Jim Carrey acting the fool in it (he went way over the top). I enjoyed it mainly because Tea Leoni performed well in it. She may not be the greatest actress ever, but she does seem to have brilliant comic timing, and does visual comedy well. 5/10.

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X-Men 3
Graphically this was a stunning movie, The Effects through out the show are nothing short of stunning.
I was left a bit disappointed with it though, Was not what I had imaging.
True the film was action after action, but I left the Cinema feeling " was that it?"
I personally feel the second film was a better story. This was a good film but for me was not long enough and did not close off any questions i might have had.
i would give it an 8/10.

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syriana 7/10

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spot the person who was on BMI flight 751

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I watched fun with dick/jane on that flight - mighty fine film.

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Ray - Loooooooooong film, but some damn fine tunes and a worthwhile no holds barred flick about the life of Ray Charles.

8/10

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I saw X3 tonight.


Very good, although not as good as no. 2.


Did you stay after the credits, for the (predictable IMO) post-credit-scene mentioned in some of the reviews?

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There is ? was ? oh crap, I'll have to watch the lot again :dozey: ;) just watched it now, very good from start to finish IMHO :tu:

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i just watched my :erm: version, and there wasn't anything at the end :(

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Piierrepoint. The film about Albert Pierrepoint, Britains most prolific hangman. Currently on limited cinematic release around the country, but made by Channel Four for TV later this summer.

Brilliantly protrayed by Timothy Spall. A must watch film that doesn't judge the rights and wrongs of capital punishment, but explores the impact it had on one man's life who was the instrument of the state.

D

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I went to see X - 3 on wednesday at midnight (technically thursday). I really enjoyed the film but I did find it was lacking in something, I also didnt like the amount of changes they have made. It seemed to me like they where more interested in setting up something like a spinoff (X-Men evolution maybe), reminded me a bit of blade trinity in that respect. Though I have to say the special effects where amazing and Mystique as a human :D , she looks so hot as a brunette :drool:

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Post credits scene....




Anyway. I know they've said it's the "end of the trilogy", but I hope they make another. Still plenty of stuff to use for more movies. And even though

I really want them to use the Sentinals in another movie, properly & not just in the Danger Room.

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That's trouble with those, isn't it, the guy with the camcorder always leaves as soon as the credits roll ;)

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Saw X3 today. Overall a good film but still not the same standard as the others due to the different Director. However as Singer has gone on to Superman that will be the BIG summer blockbuster of 2006!!

A bit about the after credits scene...

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running scared (2006) - a truely excellent thriller especially because of the 15 min sub plot in the middle of the film after the lad gets into the back of a people carrier. cant say any more about it without spoiling it. if you liked pulp fiction I think you'll like this film. I loved it - brilliant script and twists.

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Watched "Crash" on DVD last night and thought it was a very good film indeed.
Really makes you think about how people are treated in society and how certain stereotypes are not neccesarily true. A very good film about life views and racism. 10/10

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Just watched the new Jet Li film, Fearless, if you like martial arts films ( and I do ) it's very very good, good cinematography, fight scenes are fantasic and some of the scenery is outta this world.
Pity it's being billed as Jet Li's final film, don't know what that's about :(

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I've heard it something to do with his age, also like others (such as Jackie Chan) insurance companies wont touch them due to them doing thier own stunts.

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Watched a preview showing of Over The Hedge the other night.
Very funny film - up there with other Dreamworks cartoons (Shrek, Madagascar) - lots of good adult 'in jokes'. 8/10

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Oh yeah, watched it the other week on a :erm: early release, very good, as you say, the humour is up there with the best, just outta reach of the young 'uns but well within reach of us big 'uns :erm: :D

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watched pirates of the caribbean(again) cos of the 2nd one appearing soon. still a very good film i thought

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Ultraviolet - which was ok I guess.

But then I quite fancy the heroine :)

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Just back from seeing Pirates of the Caribbean 2: Dead man's Chest.

Amazing swashbuckling action. Loved it. Can't wait to see the 3rd one now.

9/10

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The Lake House

Starring Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock, this is a romantic drama.
A little predictable but a nice romantic story that puts you in a happy mood. Very enjoyable if you want something a little romantic and a change from action movies.

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District 13: Luc Besson back at his best! After loving "The Transporter", I was a little disappointed with the sequel. It wasn't bad, just not that memorable.

It hasn't got a massively complicated story, but it is quite well acted, the action is brilliant (especially the amazing escape sequence at the beginning, and some amazing car stunts). I won't give away too mch of the plot, but the hero is a young bloke who is lives in the seediest town in France, and he is trying to rid the area of drugs. He is also the bloke who was escaping from a gang in a video that floated around the internet a few months back (even posted on here I think).

It's well worth an hour and a half of anyone's time, and the only thing that might irritate some people is that it's in French with English subtitles.

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Lucky Number Slevin... 10/10... quality film, brilliant story with some excellent twists... :D

Hard Candy... meh... the trailer looked good... thats all I will say on the matter...

I didnt watch it for the story either, (which was shockingly poor imo) I always felt this was a play on her previous films.

My name is Alice - blah blah blah experiments... goverment stuff... blah blah blah
My name is Violet - blah blah blah more experiments... more goverment stuff... blah blah blah...

Ive made my point I think....

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Pirates of the Caribbean 2 - great fun!

ps You can wait till after the 10 minutes of titles for a little bit extra, but imho it didn't add anything (unless I am proved wrong in POTC3-World's End

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Thanks, I will make sure I wait til the end of the credits.
I'm looking forward to seeing this film.
I wonder when the 3rd one will be out too.

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slyder - I recommend kiss kiss bang bang if you like that lucky number film.

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Pirates of the Caribbean 2 - Utter Garbage!!! Ok it was fairly funny, and there where some good stunts and effects but it was nowhere near as good as the original, not by a long shot!! That said im sure I'll still be one of the first in when number three comes out.

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Apparently may 2007 !!:(

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Watched Schindlers List the other day. a very good film, recommended.

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Actually, Ultraviolet is written and directed by the writer and director of Equilibrium, and borrows heavily from that. Especially the religious imagery (did you notice that the large centre at the end was actually the shape of a cross?).

Equilibrium was a far better film though.

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Saw Equillibrium last night, very strange, sort of Fahrenheit 451 /1984 meets the Matrix, I thought it was pretty good though.

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Nightwatch 8/10

A russian big budget movie (yes they do have them) which takes from just about every big moive ever made. (Star Wars, LOTR, Matrix, Blade etc.) but still produces quite a fresh feel to it, first of a trilogy too apparently.

Well worth a watch!

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Went to see Pirates of the Caribbean on Saturday, good film, I am just gutted now as I didn't wait until the credits had ended to see what came up :(

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I saw The Thin Man on TCM last night - excellent film! I particularly liked the way the humour was so sharp, considering that the film was made in 1934. It was also interesting to see a young Cesar Romero, who would go on to play The Joker in the the 1960's Batman series.

Why can't they make more like this?

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Saw Superman on Sunday night, great effects but a poor movie as not much happens.

Still - i did enjoy it.

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Dead Mans Chest. A bit gruesome tbh. All those barnacles on their faces and stuff :sick: But I did enjoy it very much. The ending was really irritating, but I suppose it served it's purpose - am definitely going to see the next one - anyone know when it's released? 7/10 :tu:

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did you see the same movie that I did. There was loads happening in the film. Maybe not the biggest actions scenes but there was a lot of good story happening, also reintroducing the characters.

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JMO bro!

It didnt grab me, seemed to be a week story to be honest.

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According to this it will be May, next year. I'm pretty sure that's a US release date though, as is usually the case with new films.

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Superman - thought it was brilliant, good introduction of character histories, great special effects, nice story line - stuck well to the original films.
Over all a brilliant film 9/10

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Superman (again).

High points: Most of the cast (Brandon Routh actually does a good job of playing Superman like Christopher Reeve did), the story, the special FX.

Low points: I am reaching a bit here, as she is still good, but Kate Bosworth doesn't play Lois Lane quite as well as Margot Kidder did (IMO).

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United 93 - very upsetting and although we don't know if it was the true events, it's hard not to feel nothing but pure hate for Islamic terrorists.