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The original post: /r/movies by /u/Illustrious-Lead-960 on 2025-01-01 03:00:05.

Watch this video:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=sHRbX3gDba8&t=46s&pp=2AEukAIB

I thought that Robin Williams leaving us would lead to the big revolution in the film’s reputation—but still no one even seems to remember it at all. Maybe now with spy drones and attack drones on everyone’s mind it’s finally time?

The original post: /r/movies by /u/srfnyc on 2025-01-01 02:46:50.

Everyone has New Year’s traditions - mine is watching the original version of “The Poseidon Adventure” on New Year’s Eve. Been doing this since the pandemic in 2020 when you couldn’t really go out; now it’s just become a tradition whether alone or with friends. One my favorite disaster movies of all time with great cast and so many memorable moments- the ship turning upside down, stunt man Ernie Orsatti falling into the skylight in the dining room, climbing the Christmas tree, climbing up the shaft, the arguments between Gene Hackman and Ernest Borgnine, Shelley Winters saving Hackman from drowning, Hackman yelling at God while hanging on the steam valve. I saw it when it originally came out in 1972 and must have seen it at least once a year since then.

The original post: /r/movies by /u/2948337 on 2025-01-01 01:31:17.

Start the movie at 9:44

Midnight happens at 2:16:01

It's a good movie.

A link to the IMDB page for those that are on the fence about watching it:

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0114558/

Starring Ralph Fiennes, Angela Bassett, Juliette Lewis

HAVE A HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!

The original post: /r/movies by /u/maaseru on 2025-01-01 01:14:10.

The original post: /r/movies by /u/Gjiofnwek on 2024-12-31 23:44:49.

Synopsis: Greedy executive Sidney J. Mussburger (Paul Newman) hopes to take control of the company he works for by purchasing a majority share -- but he must first devalue the stock. So he convinces the board to appoint know-nothing recent graduate Norville Barnes (Tim Robbins). But Mussburger's plot backfires when Barnes' latest invention succeeds, thereby increasing the company's value. Worse yet, undercover reporter Amy Archer (Jennifer Jason Leigh) has the scoop on Mussburger's shady dealings.

Honestly, the synopsis doesn't do it justice. Especially with Tim Robbins' huge role in Silo, coming back to watch his earnest performance as Norville Barnes is a breath of fresh air. You'll find deliciously satirical writing and direction from the Coen Brothers, knock out performances by Newman and Leigh - the Hudsucker Proxy is an overlooked gem. With the focus around New Year's Eve, there is no better time to watch this amazing movie if you've never seen it before. Infinitely quotable, excellently acted, and supremely unique, I hope more people take the time to watch one of my favorite movies tonight.

The original post: /r/movies by /u/taeminiesheartshaker on 2024-12-31 22:19:28.

This and mysterious skin are literally horror movies. But requiem for a dream, i thought was done really well and it was all so abrupt. The refrigerator actually scared me for some reason. I like at the end when sara, marion, and tyrone curl up into a fetal position. It quite symbolic to me. The fact that it is all very real and these things actually happen to ppl is very sad. Great portrayal of how drug addictions can ruin one’s life. Honestly a great movie, but a disturbing and tragic one. 4 stars for me.

The original post: /r/movies by /u/hidraticna on 2024-12-31 21:51:10.

This movie came out when I was 6 years old. For me, then, it was the best movie I’ve ever seen. Now, almost 25 years later, on New Year’s eve, local TV station is replaying it and I can’t be happier. It’s still as good as it was in childe’s eyes of my own. To everyone who hasn’t seen it, please do, I recomend it from the bottom of my heart. And for all of you youngsters, please watch movies like this, that hasn’t been recycled and has a beautiful story to it. Just beautiful. ❤️

Happy New Year to everyone, especialy those who are alone tonight.

The original post: /r/movies by /u/imclockedin on 2024-12-31 20:56:14.

The Damned, directed by Roberto Minervini, Stars: Duncan Vezain, Jeremiah Knupp, René W. Solomon- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt29296048/

and

The Damned, directed by Thordur Palsson, Stars: Odessa Young, Joe Cole, Lewis Gribben - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15010692/

Whats up with this?

The original post: /r/movies by /u/girafa on 2024-12-31 19:44:41.

Yes, these are broad metrics so this'll get gray quickly. To me, though, it's just strange to find movies where the filmmakers spent so much time detailing all the aspects of a new reality only to never realize how dull the end product would be. With all the pre-viz cinematics, table reads, and rough edits only to lose sight of the sum of all the parts. Obviously no one knows everything and it's great to take these risks, it's still fascinating.

For example, City of Ember.

Mortal Engines.

Tomorrowland.

Renaissance (bit of a cheat since it's animated but the new whiz bang tech for it demanded a solid story idea)

The original post: /r/movies by /u/Odd_Advance_6438 on 2024-12-31 19:15:25.

Despite what a lot of people will say, especially towards Snyder, I think they are very talented directors in terms of creating incredible shots, atmospheres, and getting good performances out of their actors

The problem is that the script always feels weird. It’s different with Shymalans because he’s written all of his movies, but the ones Snyder has written compared to the ones he didn’t paint a pretty clear picture.

I think both of them should just try something with a different screenwriter, they have a lot of cool ideas, but the characters just talk so unnaturally whenever they write the script

The original post: /r/movies by /u/lawrencedun2002 on 2024-12-31 19:12:39.

The original post: /r/movies by /u/Choekaas on 2024-12-31 18:41:01.

The original post: /r/movies by /u/CrossXhunteR on 2024-12-31 18:23:31.

The original post: /r/movies by /u/djunderh2o on 2024-12-31 16:47:55.

I feel like this movie is never mentioned in Jim’s work. It’s a solid movie all around. Jim is funny as always, full of charisma. The movie has a ton of laughs with some heart. It’s not totally reliant on Jim’s physical comedy. Zooey Dachanel is great with just the right amount of quirkiness. Great supporting cast with Bradley Cooper, Rhys Darnley and the now disgraced Danny Masterson. Feel like it’s a forgotten movie by him.

The original post: /r/movies by /u/VirtualMoneyLover on 2024-12-31 15:58:39.

Last night I rewatched it on Netflix and I couldn't fail to notice certain parallels to current events. The Bonnie and Clyde story is told from the law enforcement's POV, but showing that the murderrers,robbers are quite popular in the age of depression and economic uncertainty.

At one point Harrelson's character says while driving through a tent camp:" I didn't know how good I had it." although he is living in a forclosured by the bank house.

We can even understand why Bonnie and Clyde became popular, they mostly robber banks and killed policemen. The banks were the ones doing the foreclosures and the policemen were enforcing that. (they did murder innocents too though but that didn't alter their public perception)

The whole movie has a beautiful but haunting soundtrack, and there are no winners here, everybody is suffering some way or other. Great characters and script....

The original post: /r/movies by /u/Garvilan on 2024-12-31 15:56:52.

I feel like I remember this in a movie but cannot remember which.

Joe Lonsdale co-founded a company that can shoot EMP blasts in a targeted cone, without hurting the tech that is firing the EMP.

He is also co-founder of a militarized drone company, that is going to create naval drones for the military.

This is giving me major Bond villain vibes, but I cannot remember where exactly this trope was from.

The original post: /r/movies by /u/BunyipPouch on 2024-12-31 15:31:08.

Original Title: New Poster for Dystopian-Thriller '2073' - It’s the year 2073, the worst fears of modern life have been realized. Surveillance drones fill the burnt orange skies and militarized police roam the wrecked streets, while survivors hide away underground, struggling to remember a free & hopeful existence.

The original post: /r/movies by /u/QuaPatetOrbis641988 on 2024-12-31 14:16:30.

Not sure how known or unknown the film is as wikipedia lists it grossed 19 million back in 1994. It starred of Luke Perry of "90210"fame.

It's a solid gem that captures the rodeo cowboy culture of the period. Not award worthy perhaps but an interesting setting anf subject matter. If nothing else, a good example of a tv actor trying to launch a movie career.

The original post: /r/movies by /u/Studio_Ambitious on 2024-12-31 14:09:58.

Is there a site where you can listen to commentary tracks whilst streaming the content? I too miss the commentary tracks on the DVD's, but looking for something in addition to that. New perspectives, linking performances or directorial choices across scenes ... Apologize if this is a dead horse topic.

The original post: /r/movies by /u/LauraEats on 2024-12-31 14:07:36.

The original post: /r/movies by /u/Roaring_Kittie on 2024-12-31 14:02:53.

The original post: /r/movies by /u/lordofabyss on 2024-12-31 13:52:51.

So people who are at home and are watching movie(s) which one is it and why. I am planning to watch Bad times at El royals. I love whodunit flicks and this movie has been on my watchlist for long time. Alternatively I will be watching Dressed to Kill as I watched Body Double few days back and loved it.

The original post: /r/movies by /u/LongBilly on 2024-12-31 13:38:20.

I found a recommendation for Doctor Sleep and decided to give it a try. I didn't even know this movie existed. I thought it had a slow start, but in hindsight I see that time was well spent. When the movie did speed up, I felt I understood these characters and knew what was going on. My partner and I both found this movie very satisfying and were pleasantly surprised as many Stephen King adaptations are sub-par. I would happily place this in the top 3 adaptations of the author.

I can't help but wonder what else I may have missed that's worth the watch. Any suggestions?

The original post: /r/movies by /u/Puzzled-Tap8042 on 2024-12-31 13:29:17.

Original Title: Karolyn Grimes, Zuzu in ‘It’s a Wonderful Life,’ Looks Back on a Life That Wasn’t Always Wonderful;The 84-year-old, who was six when she played Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed's daughter, was orphaned at 15 and later lost a son to suicide, didn't even see the Christmas classic until she was 40

The original post: /r/movies by /u/Banya6 on 2024-12-31 13:11:21.

I saw 157 2024 movies so far this year. These were my faves. I know you might disagree with my list...and that's fine, but....just...be nice.

https://danielandhismovies.blogspot.com/2024/12/daniels-top-nine-movies-of-2024.html