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Post by papersilly on Nov 28, 2016 3:33:16 GMT
We finally saw Dr strange. It was good but i can't believe Benedict cumberbatch's beautiful sounding British voice got turned into an American accent. We we also saw Fantadtic Beasts. Also liked it and am curious about the next once. My my most anticipated movie is Passengers with Chris PrattWe can't wait! Jennifer Lawrence has had the market on Thanksgiving/Christmas movies for quite a while with the Hunger Games and now this. Our two must see December movies are Rogue One and Passengers |
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Post by cadoodlebug on Nov 30, 2016 1:35:08 GMT
We saw Allied today with Brad Pitt. There were many tense moments so we both liked it. Nothing like the tense moments between Brad and Angelina though. What goes about, comes around.
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Post by cadoodlebug on Nov 30, 2016 1:54:11 GMT
Oh, and we saw previews for Fifty Shades Darker arriving on Valentine's Day 2017 for your viewing pleasure.  |
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Post by peano on Nov 30, 2016 1:55:14 GMT
Saw Dr. Strange over the weekend. I liked it because there was a lot less fighting, explosions, crashes and macho bravado than in the typical Marvel genre. I thought the humor was well done. I'm looking forward to seeing Manchester By The Sea with Casey Affleck because it's been getting a lot of positive buzz.
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Post by cadoodlebug on Dec 7, 2016 0:42:36 GMT
We went to see The Edge of Seventeen today. We both liked it ~ me probably a bit more than DH ~ but he still gave it a 7/10. The entire movie we were trying to place the actress who played Nadine and came home to Google her. She was the young girl in the remake of True Grit.
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Post by kimpossible on Dec 7, 2016 1:00:07 GMT
I created a post earlier - my sis in law and I saw Nocturnal Animals last weekend while it was out in limited release. I don't want to spoil anything - but will just say - I'm curious what the Pea's think. The critics are raving. Here is the link to my post Nocturnal Animals Post |
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Post by cadoodlebug on Dec 7, 2016 1:41:47 GMT
I created a post earlier - my sis in law and I saw Nocturnal Animals last weekend while it was out in limited release. I don't want to spoil anything - but will just say - I'm curious what the Pea's think. The critics are raving. Here is the link to my post Nocturnal Animals PostWe saw the previews and thought it looked interesting. I'll let you know when we see it. All of a sudden there are several movies we want to see. |
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Post by disneypal on Dec 7, 2016 13:46:52 GMT
I went to a preview of "Collateral Beauty" last night, the new movie with Will Smith. It was so good. I think if you have recently lost someone, it would be difficult to watch. It was pretty sad at times but overall uplifting. I really liked it.
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Post by cadoodlebug on Dec 12, 2016 23:41:22 GMT
Just got back from seeing Jessica Chastain in Miss Sloane in what DH and I consider an academy award nomination performance. Two enthusiastic thumbs up!
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Post by finaledition on Dec 13, 2016 1:55:49 GMT
I was away this weekend with my dd, but had Saturday night to entertain myself. So I picked a movie that neither my family or husband would want to see- Manchester By the Sea. I know this was loved by the film critics, but it was seriously like watching paint dry-super slow and in the end it didn't look a whole lot different than wet paint.  The acting was wonderful and I enjoyed the depiction of that area of the country, but I was so disappointed I wasted my movie choice on it. |
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Post by DEX on Dec 13, 2016 2:23:27 GMT
I went to see Hacksaw Ridge on Saturday. It was amazing. I give it 10 stars. We were one of the first to leave the theater and when I turned around all these guys were coming out with red, watery eyes. I bawled like a baby. Of course, it struck a cord with me as my late husband was in Vietnam and I could see how it affected him.
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Post by pudgygroundhog on Dec 13, 2016 2:40:46 GMT
I saw The Edge of Seventeen today. LOVED IT!!!!!!!! It is today's version of The Breakfast Club and it is so great! I am 48 years and went with my friend of the same age and we both fell in love with this movie. It is laugh out loud funny (thank you Woody Harrelson) and heartbreaking. If you were ever a teenager...you will relate to this movie. You will fall head over heels in with Erwin Kim as the awkward teenage boy. Seriously...go see this movie! I LOVED The Edge of Seventeen too. I also saw Arrival recently and liked it as well. I was away this weekend with my dd, but had Saturday night to entertain myself. So I picked a movie that neither my family or husband would want to see- Manchester By the Sea. I know this was loved by the film critics, but it was seriously like watching paint dry-super slow and in the end it didn't look a whole lot different than wet paint. The acting was wonderful and I enjoyed the depiction of that area of the country, but I was so disappointed I wasted my movie choice on it. Oh no! I really want to see this one. I'm okay with slow movies though - so maybe I'll like it. I also really want to see Moonlight and am waiting for La La Land and Hidden Figures. I will be on my own between Christmas and NYE and plan on watching as many movies as I can! (I don't get to see a lot of movies in the theater). Will also see Rogue One, Sing, and Moana with DD. |
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Post by finaledition on Dec 13, 2016 3:20:02 GMT
If you like slow movies, then you probably will like this. Admittedly I maybe caught one preview for this so I had no background info on it. I just knew that my dh would never pick this movie to go see in a theater.
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Post by utpea on Dec 13, 2016 3:43:00 GMT
I was away this weekend with my dd, but had Saturday night to entertain myself. So I picked a movie that neither my family or husband would want to see- Manchester By the Sea. I know this was loved by the film critics, but it was seriously like watching paint dry-super slow and in the end it didn't look a whole lot different than wet paint. The acting was wonderful and I enjoyed the depiction of that area of the country, but I was so disappointed I wasted my movie choice on it. I saw this movie yesterday. I thought it was good, but I kept waiting for the big plot twist (based on several reviews I read). It never happened. I was a tiny bit disappointed, but the acting was amazing. If you're into rather deep character development kind of movies, this one has it. I agree that the movie just plods along. It was built up so much in my mind by the critics and in the end, I enjoyed it but I wasn't blown away like I expected. |
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Post by finaledition on Dec 13, 2016 3:47:06 GMT
I was away this weekend with my dd, but had Saturday night to entertain myself. So I picked a movie that neither my family or husband would want to see- Manchester By the Sea. I know this was loved by the film critics, but it was seriously like watching paint dry-super slow and in the end it didn't look a whole lot different than wet paint. The acting was wonderful and I enjoyed the depiction of that area of the country, but I was so disappointed I wasted my movie choice on it. I saw this movie yesterday. I thought it was good, but I kept waiting for the big plot twist (based on several reviews I read). It never happened. I was a tiny bit disappointed, but the acting was amazing. If you're into rather deep character development kind of movies, this one has it. I agree that the movie just plods along. It was built up so much in my mind by the critics and in the end, I enjoyed it but I wasn't blown away like I expected. So what did you think of the ending? There weren't many people in the theater I was at and I think most people were a little taken aback by it. It seemed really abrupt. I have to admit, that for a movie I didn't like, I'm still thinking about it. It's a very tragic movie for the main character, both in what happens to him and in the fact that there's no happily ever after. He will live out his life, but ultimately refuses himself to find any kind of joy. Save |
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Post by utpea on Dec 13, 2016 12:42:21 GMT
I saw this movie yesterday. I thought it was good, but I kept waiting for the big plot twist (based on several reviews I read). It never happened. I was a tiny bit disappointed, but the acting was amazing. If you're into rather deep character development kind of movies, this one has it. I agree that the movie just plods along. It was built up so much in my mind by the critics and in the end, I enjoyed it but I wasn't blown away like I expected. So what did you think of the ending? There weren't many people in the theater I was at and I think most people were a little taken aback by it. It seemed really abrupt. I have to admit, that for a movie I didn't like, I'm still thinking about it. It's a very tragic movie for the main character, both in what happens to him and in the fact that there's no happily ever after. He will live out his life, but ultimately refuses himself to find any kind of joy. Save I went to the movies with my two kids and soon to be ex DH (we have always loved movies, so I went mostly to make my son happy). As the movie ended and the screen went black, I whispered, "Huh?" to ex DH. He whispered back that it probably wasn't over yet and that we should wait until the credits were finished & the house lights were back on. So, like a goof, we sat there another 3 min., waiting to see if there was some big scene the very end. Of course, nothing happened and we walked out a little perplexed. I liked the movie, but in a strange way. It almost feels like I knew someone in this family who shared intimate details of their dysfunctions. I guess that is part of the appeal of this movie because the actors really seem to be their characters. I agree with you regarding Casey Affleck's character. |
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Post by smartypants71 on Dec 13, 2016 14:11:42 GMT
We saw Office Christmas Party this weekend. It is exactly what you'd think it would be like. Raunchy, thin plot line, but funny moments.
DD saw Nocturnal Animals last night and loved it.
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Post by yivit on Dec 13, 2016 16:49:41 GMT
I also really want to see Moonlight and am waiting for La La Land and Hidden Figures. I will be on my own between Christmas and NYE and plan on watching as many movies as I can! (I don't get to see a lot of movies in the theater). Will also see Rogue One, Sing, and Moana with DD. I just picked up tickets for an EARLY viewing of Hidden Figures on Dec 20 at work (sometimes it's good to work at NASA). Woot! |
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Post by kimpossible on Dec 13, 2016 16:56:19 GMT
We saw Office Christmas Party this weekend. It is exactly what you'd think it would be like. Raunchy, thin plot line, but funny moments. DD saw Nocturnal Animals last night and loved it. I had a different experience with Noctournal Animals - but also thought Office Christmas Party was exactly what I thought it would be and had a few laugh out loud moments. My DH kept nudging my arm during the movie because I'm in HR...Kate McKinnon is my new best friend. LOL! |
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Post by pudgygroundhog on Dec 13, 2016 20:29:36 GMT
I also really want to see Moonlight and am waiting for La La Land and Hidden Figures. I will be on my own between Christmas and NYE and plan on watching as many movies as I can! (I don't get to see a lot of movies in the theater). Will also see Rogue One, Sing, and Moana with DD. I just picked up tickets for an EARLY viewing of Hidden Figures on Dec 20 at work (sometimes it's good to work at NASA). Woot! Awesome! I read the book earlier this year and can't believe this story hasn't been told before. I can't wait to take my daughter too - movie with smart women in lead roles? Check! |
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Post by cadoodlebug on Dec 20, 2016 23:30:09 GMT
Just got back from seeing La La Land with Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone. Both DH and I loved it! The music is beautiful and I got teary several times.
ETA: And, yes, that was really Ryan Gosling playing the piano. WOW!
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Post by yodutchess on Dec 21, 2016 4:12:55 GMT
We saw Manchester by the Sea tonight. We like these long, talky movies, so two thumbs up. Looking forward to "good movie season" coming up.
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Post by cadoodlebug on Dec 21, 2016 4:35:22 GMT
We saw Manchester by the Sea tonight. We like these long, talky movies, so two thumbs up. Looking forward to "good movie season" coming up. That is next on our list. Along with Rogue and Passengers. |
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Post by micheley on Dec 21, 2016 4:58:10 GMT
 Just got back from seeing La La Land with Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone. Both DH and I loved it! The music is beautiful and I got teary several times. ETA: And, yes, that was really Ryan Gosling playing the piano. WOW! Oh yay I was hoping to see a positive review for it. I am really looking forward to seeing it - may drag dh to it on Christmas.
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Post by cadoodlebug on Dec 21, 2016 5:17:20 GMT
Just got back from seeing La La Land with Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone. Both DH and I loved it! The music is beautiful and I got teary several times. ETA: And, yes, that was really Ryan Gosling playing the piano. WOW! Oh yay I was hoping to see a positive review for it. I am really looking forward to seeing it - may drag dh to it on Christmas. It doesn't hurt that I love Ryan Gosling and DH thinks Emma Stone is wonderful ~ as do I. I think Rotten Tomatoes gave it a 94%. |
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Post by yivit on Dec 21, 2016 5:18:11 GMT
I just picked up tickets for an EARLY viewing of Hidden Figures on Dec 20 at work (sometimes it's good to work at NASA). Woot! Awesome! I read the book earlier this year and can't believe this story hasn't been told before. I can't wait to take my daughter too - movie with smart women in lead roles? Check! Just got home from this screening. GO. SEE. THIS. MOVIE. Read the book. Go read up on everything NASA's oral history projects have on human computers. Fun fact: Katherine Johnson was TWO when the 19th Amendment was certified. Fun corollary: That means her birthday is also National Women's Equality Day. |
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Post by cadoodlebug on Dec 21, 2016 5:53:06 GMT
Awesome! I read the book earlier this year and can't believe this story hasn't been told before. I can't wait to take my daughter too - movie with smart women in lead roles? Check! Just got home from this screening. GO. SEE. THIS. MOVIE. Read the book. Go read up on everything NASA's oral history projects have on human computers. Fun fact: Katherine Johnson was TWO when the 19th Amendment was certified. Fun corollary: That means her birthday is also National Women's Equality Day. That's on our list too!! Good thing we go to the movies every week.  |
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Post by digirlwiz on Dec 21, 2016 8:52:10 GMT
I was away this weekend with my dd, but had Saturday night to entertain myself. So I picked a movie that neither my family or husband would want to see- Manchester By the Sea. I know this was loved by the film critics, but it was seriously like watching paint dry-super slow and in the end it didn't look a whole lot different than wet paint. The acting was wonderful and I enjoyed the depiction of that area of the country, but I was so disappointed I wasted my movie choice on it. I felt the same way---tooooo slow! Do not understand the hype! |
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Post by cadoodlebug on Dec 24, 2016 0:40:48 GMT
DH, DS and I just returned from seeing Rogue One - A Star Wars Story which we all enjoyed. It was fun seeing Danny from Bloodline as a bad guy. He plays those well!
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Post by cadoodlebug on Dec 28, 2016 0:05:27 GMT
Just got back from seeing the movie Lion. We had never heard of it and took a chance. Two enthusiastic thumbs up. Here is the short synopsis: Adapted from the non-fiction book A Long Way Home by Saroo Brierley, LION is about a 5-year-old Indian boy and his survival. That's all I'll say because I don't want to give anything away.
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The acting was wonderful and I enjoyed the depiction of that area of the country, but I was so disappointed I wasted my movie choice on it.
