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Gris, you're aware the Blu-Ray versions have even more changes, right?
Yes. That's why it's a "cave" instead of a "bought them the second they were released with a huge joyous whoop." If they ever actually release a prettied-up theatrical version, I'll buy it too. But I don't think it's happening soon, and I want to see the movies in high quality, even if I have to grit my teeth through many bits.
I always thought it a shame that there were never any sequels to or alterations of the Star Wars trilogy.
The above refers to the old xkcd Matrix strip: [link]
I finally saw Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy last night. It started off kind of slow, to me, but after 15 minutes or so I was totally sucked in. It reminded me of a David Lynch movie in that I found myself actively scanning for possible meaning in any given scene or interaction, because you never knew when a detail might be important. Gary Oldman was amazing. Tom Hardy was as beautiful as I've ever seen him. And I couldn't take my eyes off Benedict Cumberbatch in most of his scenes. He looked downright physically intimidating in one scene, and that's not something I've really associated with his other characters.
Clip from Haywire. I'm disappointed with how wooden an actress she is (though she was better than her colleague there), but I will be there for the fight scenes and the pretty people.
I just got passes to a free screening on Tuesday, but I don't know if I'll go. It's my only free night next week.
For some reason, I became mildly obsessed with the idea of passes to a free screening of this specific movie. I should support badassed woman kicking serious heiney with my dollars, but I'm scared this movie will suck, despite all the other talent.
(Who the fuck puts Channing Tatum in the same movie as Ewan McGregor and Fassbender? Why you want to do that to me?)
I'm sure we are going to see it, ita.
(Who the fuck puts Channing Tatum in the same movie as Ewan McGregor and Fassbender? Why you want to do that to me?)Someone who knew that the latter two are far too talented and sought-after to submit to the casting couch, but figured third time's the charm?
I'm sure we are going to see it, ita.
Hey, how do you feel about Saturday morning matinees? I can't recommend them highly enough.
Maybe!