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Toddson - Oct 09, 2020 4:04:25 am PDT #2915 of 3369
Friends don't let friends read "Atlas Shrugged"

If you haven't heard, Dune is now scheduled to open in October 2021.


megan walker - Oct 10, 2020 10:17:00 am PDT #2916 of 3369
"What kind of magical sunshine and lollipop world do you live in? Because you need to be medicated."-SFist

NYFF Virtual Cinema report:

As you may recall, I got tix for Nomadland, La Nuit des rois/Night of the Kings, and Undine, the latter of which finally came available last night. I'm sorry to say that, while I loved Paula Beer (as always), for me, Undine did not live up to Phoenix or Transit. Still, it has a great atmosphere and performances, so if you have a higher tolerance for magical realism than I do (which almost anyone does) you might just love it.

The other two were absolutely fantastic. I can't recommend them highly enough. Along with First Cow, my favorites of the year so far. As someone who wanted to like The Rider more than I did, I was glad to see Chloe Zhao hit it out of the park with Nomadland. I can't imagine it not being up for multiple Oscars. In a just world La Nuit des rois also would be, but we'll see. It is the Cote d'Ivoire's submission for Best International feature and it is all about storytelling so I would think it would get a nomination at least.


-t - Nov 06, 2020 5:55:48 pm PST #2917 of 3369
I am a woman of various inclinations and only some of the time are they to burn everything down in frustration

While I’m probably not gonna watch it, I’m a little surprised that it took this long for Freaky Friday the 13th to get made.


Atropa - Nov 12, 2020 11:34:53 am PST #2918 of 3369
The artist formerly associated with cupcakes.

Hey, remember that teen coming of age movie that I was the consultant on? It's finally been released on streaming! My Summer as a Goth: available on Amazon Prime, Vudu, FandangoNow, iTunes, Microsoft Store, Google Play and InDemand (cable).


Fred Pete - Nov 30, 2020 5:29:29 am PST #2919 of 3369
Ann, that's a ferret.

Okay, let me pitch you a movie idea.

It's the Robin Hood story. Only, they're all gangsters in Prohibition-era Chicago. And it's a musical.

Before you say anything, let me tell you about the talent that's lined up. 4 big names to play the Robin role and 3 of the Merry Men roles -- 3 of the 4 could genuinely be described as legends of popular music. For the Gisborne role, we have someone that has already been nominated for 2 Supporting Actor Oscars and 2 Emmys, with one Emmy win. The Sheriff of Nottingham role also involves an up-and-comer, with a Supporting Actor Oscar nomination under his belt. For the Maid Marian role, we have someone with a solid resume, including a Golden Globe. And the movie starts with a cameo from a screen legend. Plus some great tunes, with at least one that should become a standard.

So, yes, Robin and the 7 Hoods has a ridiculous premise. But there's a lot of star power having a great time. Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Bing Crosby sharing screen time -- and they sing together on You've Either Got or You Haven't Got Style. Frank introduces My Kind of Town. There's also Sammy Davis, Jr., who taps up a storm while shooting up a casino in Bang Bang. Peter Falk plays Gisborne, and while he can't really sing, he's only asked to do so once. Victor Buono plays the Sheriff, and Barbara Rush plays a very different kind of Marian. Plus Edward G. Robinson in a cameo.

Not great art, but a lot of fun. Worth spending 2 hours here.


Toddson - Nov 30, 2020 7:59:41 am PST #2920 of 3369
Friends don't let friends read "Atlas Shrugged"

aw ... David Prowse, who provided the physical presence of Darth Vader, has died


amyparker - Dec 03, 2020 12:37:58 pm PST #2921 of 3369
In the end it's only ever been one step, and then the next.

Wow.


Laura - Dec 03, 2020 12:48:30 pm PST #2922 of 3369
Our wings are not tired.

Wow indeed. I may have to subscribe.


-t - Dec 03, 2020 12:49:16 pm PST #2923 of 3369
I am a woman of various inclinations and only some of the time are they to burn everything down in frustration

Oh my


Steph L. - Dec 03, 2020 12:54:12 pm PST #2924 of 3369
Apparently if you're enough of a power nerd, there is nothing that cannot be flowcharted.

Damn, HBO. Shut up and take my money.