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Carl
- A 'Fifth' Catholic -
Ireland
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 Posted - 08/27/2005 : 19:02:39
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| The only Herzog movie I've seen is Nosferatu. Maybe one the best remakes ever? It has such an eerie atmosphere, and has a strange documentary-crossed-with-amateur-theatrical feel at times! And Kinski is sooo creepy as Nosferatu! |
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
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Posted - 08/27/2005 : 19:22:04
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i would recommend watching MY BEST FIEND, then watch FITZCARRALDO and AGURIRRE.. then everything else..
i want to have a Herzog festival and catch up on all the ones i haven't seen |
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apl4eris
~ Abstract Brain ~
USA
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Posted - 08/27/2005 : 19:30:47
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Stroszek is great as well, have you seen it floop? Nosferatu didn't click with me as well as his other films I've seen -I think he works best with his own material/documentaries. Herzog is utterly amazing. I like the fest idea. Now, how to make the time?....
Just finished watching the Quay brothers' "Institute Benjamenta". Holy shit. Absolutely brilliant, imho.
It's based on a story by Robert Walser, who was a large influence on Kafka and Hess. The Quay brothers' first feature length, and first foray into live action, vs. animation. I was already infatuated with their animation, but this blew me away.
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
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Posted - 08/27/2005 : 19:38:32
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apl, i have not seen STROSZEK. should i make that the first on my festival list?
to me MY BEST FIEND is a great place for someone to introduce themselves to Herzog, since it covers many of his films,a and, i think, reveals a lot of what he's like..
also, it's fucking hilarious |
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therewererumours
* Dog in the Sand *
Ireland
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Posted - 08/27/2005 : 19:53:37
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FITZCARRALDO! I have to watch that before I'm thirty. Have to see it, though it sounds painful! (the actual premise of the movie, not the actual movie)! 
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apl4eris
~ Abstract Brain ~
USA
4800 Posts |
Posted - 08/27/2005 : 20:39:01
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Apparently, Herzog has 3 documentaries out right now:
The White Diamond "A film about the daring adventure of exploring the rainforest canopy with a novel flying device – the Jungle Airship"
Wheel of Time - a documentary of the pilgrimage of Buddhist monks to the place where the Buddha found enlightenment. He apparently interviews the Dalai Lama. (can't wait to see this one)
and Grizzly Man - you've probably seen publicuty for this one.
floop, Stroszek would be a great starter, just be prepared for the Herzog-like ending. This movie intensified my inane desire to play the accordian.
therewererumors, I recently heard an interview with Herzog on NPR's Fresh Air (I think - wherever I heard it, it was great), where it was mentioned there was a documentary of the making of that film, called "Burden of Dreams:Making Fitzcarraldo". Considering how amazing the actual movie was, I can't imagine how they had another full documentary team involved in the process. Another one I can't wait to see.
(edit: ahhh, here it is, you can listen via the streaming link - http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4774946 )
Getting to enjoy Herzog while he is still alive and active *almost* equates to how I might have felt if I had grown up during Akira Kurosawa's career. |
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
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Posted - 08/28/2005 : 01:30:58
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i've seen BURDEN OF DREAMS.. it's amazing. MY BEST FIEND covers a lot of what BURDEN OF DREAMS covers plus more..
i can't recommend MY BEST FIEND enough. everyone should rent it today |
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HeywoodJablome
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
1485 Posts |
Posted - 08/28/2005 : 07:10:21
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| I liked in Julien Donkey Boy when he says,"You might want to ask yourself, do I feel lucky?" ala Dirty Harry Callahan. The German accent really puts it over the top. |
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Broken Face
-= Forum Pistolero =-
USA
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Posted - 08/28/2005 : 08:26:55
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PRIMER
run, don't walk, to your video store. maybe the best time travel movie ever (non-comedy or quantum leap)
-Brian
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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
15320 Posts |
Posted - 08/29/2005 : 09:20:29
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Napoleon Dynamite, finally!
Best line: "I caught you a delicious bass."
Sometimes, no matter how shitty things get, you have to just do a little dance. - Frank
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Homers_pet_monkey
= Official forum monkey =
United Kingdom
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Posted - 08/29/2005 : 12:43:07
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Originally posted by Broken Face
WILD ZERO - best film ever
-Brian
Seeing as that was quite a bold statement, I decided to research a little and have now added it to my Amazon rental list. Looks like fun.
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Newo
~ Abstract Brain ~
Spain
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Posted - 08/29/2005 : 12:48:51
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Matrix 2 and 3. Guy goes round calling himself a saviour, in this case The One, then sacrifices himself to rid the world of suffering, dies in a crucified pose but 'he'll be back.' Hmm I've seen this before somewhere...
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Homers_pet_monkey
= Official forum monkey =
United Kingdom
17125 Posts |
Posted - 08/29/2005 : 13:10:50
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I thought both sequels were a bit crap to be honest with you.
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zub_the_goat
= Cult of Ray =
United Kingdom
639 Posts |
Posted - 08/29/2005 : 13:14:19
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Originally posted by kathryn
Napoleon Dynamite, finally!
Best line: "I caught you a delicious bass."
Sometimes, no matter how shitty things get, you have to just do a little dance. - Frank
i just dont get that film, i really really tried but i just didnt find it funny, can someone please explain |
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Homers_pet_monkey
= Official forum monkey =
United Kingdom
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Posted - 08/29/2005 : 13:15:09
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You should have said when we were discussing films on Friday night. I loved it.
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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
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Posted - 08/29/2005 : 13:15:47
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Zub, I understand what you mean about needing to get into a certain mode. Once you're in the groove, though, it all clicks. If that makes any sense.
Sometimes, no matter how shitty things get, you have to just do a little dance. - Frank
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zub_the_goat
= Cult of Ray =
United Kingdom
639 Posts |
Posted - 08/29/2005 : 13:21:52
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| perhaps i'll give it another go at some point...i usually 'get' films but this one left me cold |
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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
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Posted - 08/29/2005 : 13:25:25
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Maybe you just don't like it. That's OK. Doesn't mean you're uncool.
A lot of the humor was to be found in the deadpan approach to things, I think.
Floop? Someone?
Sometimes, no matter how shitty things get, you have to just do a little dance. - Frank
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Newo
~ Abstract Brain ~
Spain
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Posted - 08/29/2005 : 13:35:29
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I did a websearch on it, saw 'absurd', 'deadpan' and thought it might appeal.
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
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Posted - 08/29/2005 : 13:51:59
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Originally posted by kathryn
Maybe you just don't like it. That's OK. Doesn't mean you're uncool.
A lot of the humor was to be found in the deadpan approach to things, I think.
Floop? Someone?
Sometimes, no matter how shitty things get, you have to just do a little dance. - Frank
i thought it was a unique little film, but not as great as everyone made it out to be. it's subsequent overpopularity made me like it even less. but there are some hilarious scenes in it. i might like it more on a 2nd viewing.
had some cool editing too |
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
15297 Posts |
Posted - 08/29/2005 : 13:54:30
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i rented STROZEK on apl's recommendation. haven't watched it yet.
forum members having an impact on each others lives... it's touching.
so, if i had gotten into a deadly car accident on my way to the video store to rent STROZEK, would apl be partially responsible? |
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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
15320 Posts |
Posted - 08/29/2005 : 14:22:41
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Thank you for that explanation, Floop. It is the collective wisdom of this forum that keeps me coming back.
Sometimes, no matter how shitty things get, you have to just do a little dance. - Frank
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
15297 Posts |
Posted - 08/29/2005 : 14:24:26
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Originally posted by kathryn
Thank you for that explanation, Floop. It is the collective wisdom of this forum that keeps me coming back.
it's the lack of pictures of women that keeps me returning |
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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
15320 Posts |
Posted - 08/29/2005 : 14:25:23
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Well, floop, I just posted in the Pictures of Beautiful Men thread. Maybe that will float your boat?
Sometimes, no matter how shitty things get, you have to just do a little dance. - Frank
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therewererumours
* Dog in the Sand *
Ireland
1240 Posts |
Posted - 08/29/2005 : 15:22:55
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Originally posted by apl4eris
therewererumors, I recently heard an interview with Herzog on NPR's Fresh Air (I think - wherever I heard it, it was great), where it was mentioned there was a documentary of the making of that film, called "Burden of Dreams:Making Fitzcarraldo". Considering how amazing the actual movie was, I can't imagine how they had another full documentary team involved in the process. Another one I can't wait to see.
(edit: ahhh, here it is, you can listen via the streaming link - http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4774946 )
Getting to enjoy Herzog while he is still alive and active *almost* equates to how I might have felt if I had grown up during Akira Kurosawa's career.
Cheers for that Apl! I don't think I have a streaming program that works, but I'll give it a go!
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Homers_pet_monkey
= Official forum monkey =
United Kingdom
17125 Posts |
Posted - 08/29/2005 : 15:45:02
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I just watched Irreversible. Certainly impressive, in the sense that it has definitely left a big impression on me, and in the most part it's a positive impression. Two very disturbing scenes though, one in particular was the hardest scene to watch in any film. I just wasn't expecting a film to be quite so graphic. Not one that got passed for release anyway.
It takes a lot to shock me in a film, but this film certainly did that in parts. Some excellent direction in it. Particularly fine camera work.
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
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Posted - 08/29/2005 : 18:25:07
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Originally posted by Homers_pet_monkey
I just watched Irreversible. Certainly impressive, in the sense that it has definitely left a big impression on me, and in the most part it's a positive impression. Two very disturbing scenes though, one in particular was the hardest scene to watch in any film. I just wasn't expecting a film to be quite so graphic. Not one that got passed for release anyway.
It takes a lot to shock me in a film, but this film certainly did that in parts. Some excellent direction in it. Particularly fine camera work.
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Superabounder
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
1041 Posts |
Posted - 08/29/2005 : 19:28:01
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Originally posted by Broken Face
PRIMER
run, don't walk, to your video store. maybe the best time travel movie ever (non-comedy or quantum leap)
-Brian
The kid who made this movie made it while living in his parent's house about 10 miles away from where I live. Almost no budget or anything, but then I think it won the Sundance Film Festival or something. Pretty amazing.
All of the true things I am about to tell you are shameless lies |
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Broken Face
-= Forum Pistolero =-
USA
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Posted - 08/29/2005 : 19:30:34
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yeah, it was made for like 7 grand. really impressive
-Brian
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whoreatthedoor
> Teenager of the Year <
Spain
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Posted - 08/30/2005 : 09:29:26
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Andy Kaufman 1977 SNL performance.
El amor es la distancia más larga entre un punto y otro |
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TRANSMARINE
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
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Posted - 08/30/2005 : 09:58:51
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Originally posted by whoreatthedoor
Andy Kaufman 1977 SNL performance.
El amor es la distancia más larga entre un punto y otro
here i come to save the day
(thank you veddy much)
I was alone...in my BIG BED
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TRANSMARINE
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
2002 Posts |
Posted - 08/30/2005 : 10:07:23
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Last night I watched Elia Kazan's A FACE IN THE CROWD. Brilliant. Groundbreaking. And totally relevant today, if not more so than it was in 1957. I hate to use the phrase "ahead of it's time" because nothing is really truly ahead of it's time if it manifests when it does. But this film could forsee. The cast was magnificent. Andy Griffith (pre-Mayberry days, and still unpolished and brash), Patricia Neal (one of our best past actresses), Walter Matthau in an amazingly sexy performance (which is hard to say about good old Walt) and the wonderful Lee Remick in her first film appearance. It's CITIZEN KANE meets Howard Stern meets Jerry Lee Lewis meets Ronald Reagan meets NETWORK. This was a film I put off for years, which makes no sense being a Kazan-fan. Ahhh! When films were great!
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whoreatthedoor
> Teenager of the Year <
Spain
2873 Posts |
Posted - 08/30/2005 : 10:10:03
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Because they never to see each other again...
Freaking funny!
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One Who Hath Swum
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Carl
- A 'Fifth' Catholic -
Ireland
11546 Posts |
Posted - 08/30/2005 : 14:55:20
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| Very enjoyable movie. Unfortunately, the first DVD is gonna be bereft of extras, dunno when a special edition is coming out! |
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I just watched... (The Kay edit)
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