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Lakecat
Member
10-01-2006
| Tuesday, May 26, 2015 - 7:44 pm 
I saw two decent movies on Netflix. " Ask Me Anything" and " The Prize Winner Of Defiance Ohio". The latter starred Julianne Moore and Woody Harrelson.
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Mameblanche
Member
08-24-2002
| Thursday, May 28, 2015 - 5:53 am
I saw Julianne Moore in STILL ALICE last weekend. Amazing, haunting, memorable.
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Kappy
Member
06-28-2002
| Saturday, May 30, 2015 - 1:40 pm
We saw SAN ANDREAS yesterday. Ehhh. I was hoping it would be like "2012" was - completely unrealistic but fun to watch. However that movie had John Cusack who (IMHO) can raise any script, good or bad. The Rock, unfortunately, cannot do the same. I recommend waiting for it when it's free.
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Cinnamongirl
Member
01-10-2001
| Monday, June 08, 2015 - 2:17 pm
Aloha - wow, maybe I was just expecting a lot but I thought it was pretty bad. Hard to follow story. Lots of great actors in it but so disappointing... although I did laugh.. AND cry!
Entourage - I haven't seen one episode of TV show but I thought the movie was decent. Lots of fun cameos.
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Uncle_ricky
Member
07-02-2007
| Saturday, June 20, 2015 - 11:00 pm
Add my name to the list of folks who loved and/or were mesmerized by "Nightcrawler" - one of the most fascinating AND deeply disturbing films released in the recent past. It's become available on Netflix streaming - Seth and I saw it last night and were completely knocked out by Jake Gyllenhaal's performance. It's one you'll never forget. Just amazing acting!
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Brenda1966
Member
07-02-2002
| Saturday, June 20, 2015 - 11:26 pm
Inside Out -- Another really wonderful movie from Pixar. Very moving. Had me nearly weeping. Especially relatable when you are parenting a teen that has struggled with emotions. Two thumbs up!
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Spunky
Member
10-07-2001
| Sunday, June 21, 2015 - 3:37 pm
Just seen Still Alice and now I understand why she won the Academy Award, one of her best performances, for sure.
I also saw Noah and I found it interesting, it was a spin that I didn't imagine but I admit quite possible. Great special effects! A movie to see.
A lot of the recent Oscar winners are not discussed on this board and there are quite a few good ones, like the one above, Still Alice.
I'm ready to watch Boyhood for which I don't see a thread and I've got a pile of last Oscar movies at the library but the waiting list is too long.
Can't wait to see The Theory of Everything, the Imitation Game and many more.
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Brenda1966
Member
07-02-2002
| Sunday, June 21, 2015 - 5:35 pm
I'm sure you'll really enjoy Theory of Everything and the Immitation Game. Both are fantastic. Yes, Still Alice was very moving and a memorable performance. Not a film I'll soon forget.
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Kookliebird
Member
08-04-2005
| Sunday, June 21, 2015 - 6:47 pm
Saw Inside Out today. Fun movie. However, I thought it was more for adults than kids.
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Jmm
Moderator
08-15-2002
| Sunday, June 21, 2015 - 7:08 pm
May I ask why you thought that, Kooklie? It's one I have on my list to see with Melodie (she's 11) and would like to know if it's inappropriate.
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Brenda1966
Member
07-02-2002
| Sunday, June 21, 2015 - 7:14 pm
I don't think there's anything inappropriate in Inside Out at all. It's actually quite deep about emotions and how complex they become as we enter puberty and adulthood. I think the profound message will be lost on little kids, but I think they will still enjoy it. It's perfect for an 11 year old.
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Kookliebird
Member
08-04-2005
| Sunday, June 21, 2015 - 8:20 pm
It's not inappropriate by any means. I just kept hearing younger kids ask their parents questions about things that happened though the movie, which I won't spoil here. There may be parts that are a bit confusing to them. Like Brenda says, it's quite deep and complex. And, yes, 11 years old should be okay. I used kids in a general term, but was thinking about 6-7 year olds.
There was an adorable preview movie called Lava. Loved it. Oh and stay through the first part of the credits. Some funny stuff there.
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Jmm
Moderator
08-15-2002
| Sunday, June 21, 2015 - 9:32 pm
Thanks, Kooklie. I'm probably just over protective but I don't want to sit in a movie with an 11 year old and have to try to explain adult situations to her or keep sending her out for popcorn. LOL
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Kookliebird
Member
08-04-2005
| Sunday, June 21, 2015 - 9:51 pm
All in all, it may have been the same little kid asking his parent the questions.
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Spunky
Member
10-07-2001
| Monday, June 22, 2015 - 12:01 pm
Loved Boyhood but I felt it really lasted the 12 years it took to film it... endless. At first I was intrigued seeing the transformation in the children then realized it took 12 years to film, so my amazement was great! I don't remember any other movie filming this way, usually they hurry up in maximum 6 months. I think the boy and actually the father deserved the Oscar more than the mother.
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Kappy
Member
06-28-2002
| Sunday, July 05, 2015 - 11:55 am
SPY ~ OMG ~ Hilarious and FUN! Great cast! Just not for young kids due to excessive foul language!
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Pamy
Member
01-01-2002
| Sunday, July 05, 2015 - 2:35 pm
Ted2 funny not as good as 1st
magic mike....toooooo much story not enough dancing..awesome cameo by Strahan Loved Twitch
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Ketchuplover
Member
08-30-2000
| Sunday, July 05, 2015 - 11:46 pm
Ant Man has 2 credit scenes !!
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Mameblanche
Member
08-24-2002
| Monday, July 06, 2015 - 8:52 am
Inside Out . a galpal and I enjoy animated films. While I really liked the beginning and the end, I found the middle part very dreary and fell asleep!
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Mameblanche
Member
08-24-2002
| Sunday, July 19, 2015 - 10:09 am
Mr. Holmes - saw a preview - a friend won tickets. It was terrific. 8 out of 10 gold stars
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Pamy
Member
01-01-2002
| Sunday, July 19, 2015 - 12:46 pm
trainwreck ...not as funny as I thought it would be but it had a better storyline than I expected.
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Kappy
Member
06-28-2002
| Sunday, July 19, 2015 - 5:25 pm
Mr. Holmes ~ Beautiful scenery but sadly, I would give it a 5 out of 10. Great potential but oh so slow.
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Kookliebird
Member
08-04-2005
| Sunday, July 19, 2015 - 6:35 pm
I liked Trainwreck. It's pretty raunchy, so be aware of that. I was totally surprised at the acting skills of Bill Hader. I didn't care for him in SNL, but he's quite charming in this movie. Lebron and Ceda were also good.
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Dipo
Member
04-23-2002
| Tuesday, July 28, 2015 - 8:29 pm
Just saw Jurassic Park and I loved it!! I got that little chill down my spine when the music from the 3 previous movies started to play. Get storyline and I cracked up when I saw Vincent D'onfrio and BD Wong. (BD Wong was a bad guy in the last movie I saw and I really enjoy him on Law and Order, so it was funny to see him again).
Didn't see it in 3D and I think I am glad about that I thought the dinosaurs were done really well.
Quite enjoyable, a little bloody occasionally.
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Mamie316
Member
07-08-2003
| Wednesday, July 29, 2015 - 9:54 am
Ant-Man was very enjoyable. How can you not love Paul Rudd?
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