Escape to the Movies: Shutter Island
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I went to see this movie tonight mostly because it was done by M.S. It was well written, directed, and acted. I have to say that everything about this movie was well done.
But when I left I didn't feel like I had fun. It's obvious from the trailer that the story can go one of two ways. It's either going the Sixth Sense twisty route or Book of Eli straightforwardness.
I guess what I'm trying to say is that in a taste test between Coke and Pepsi I would choose Mountain Dew.
Twist or no twist it's all starting to taste the same.
And Avatar was Crystal Pepsi: Same taste, different look.
But when I left I didn't feel like I had fun. It's obvious from the trailer that the story can go one of two ways. It's either going the Sixth Sense twisty route or Book of Eli straightforwardness.
I guess what I'm trying to say is that in a taste test between Coke and Pepsi I would choose Mountain Dew.
Twist or no twist it's all starting to taste the same.
And Avatar was Crystal Pepsi: Same taste, different look.
I had a very interesting time with this movie. It started out alright, kind of a straightforward mystery thriller with a troubled protagonist (wow, that was vague of me), but when the aforementioned twist DOES occur, the whole package gets better. We quickly re-experience the events in light of the revelation, even as Leo's character does the same. We rebel against the idea right along with him and ultimately, we accept it as well. The film does a wonderful job of keeping the viewer psychologically in step with the protagonist. At least, that was my experience.
And personally, I didn't really see the twist coming. I suppose if I had spent a little time during the movie trying to outsmart it, I might have come up with it, but I was too busy watching it. Crazy, right? I like get inside a film and really experience it as I watch it. I've become rather adept at suspending my disbelief long enough to enjoy a film and its twists, no matter how "obvious" they may be in retrospect.
And personally, I didn't really see the twist coming. I suppose if I had spent a little time during the movie trying to outsmart it, I might have come up with it, but I was too busy watching it. Crazy, right? I like get inside a film and really experience it as I watch it. I've become rather adept at suspending my disbelief long enough to enjoy a film and its twists, no matter how "obvious" they may be in retrospect.
If the presentation is done well enough the movie should be interesting.
It's not like they would understand what was happening. Knowing how to counteract viruses is something that comes with civilization. Without that knowledge, superstitions would develop along with prejudice and discrimination between even the same tribe members.
If that didn't work, a second virus that caused death would be easy as well(Or nuclear weapons. Its not like it wasn't a multi-billion dollar corporation.)
The corporation wasn't that evil. Instead of using bombs, a simple virus that attacked the Na'vi's connection with all the things around them would have completely devastated the culture. If the company had enough tech to make full bodies, they had enough tech to make biological weapons. After that point it would be a simple manner to win over infected Na'vi to your side and quickly overpower the few left.Songbird-O said:
It's not like they would understand what was happening. Knowing how to counteract viruses is something that comes with civilization. Without that knowledge, superstitions would develop along with prejudice and discrimination between even the same tribe members.
If that didn't work, a second virus that caused death would be easy as well(Or nuclear weapons. Its not like it wasn't a multi-billion dollar corporation.)
Fixed.Benjeezy said:
I like that Bob unfettered his accent for this one, given the setting and, judging from other reviews, the level of accent affectation.
Also, I'm definitely going to see this, and will try to keep the ol' trope dissecting lobe quiet during the film.
Lastly, happy birthday, Bob!
Ahem:Ian Caronia said:
http://www.escapistmagazine.com/videos/view/the-escapist-presents/561-MovieBob-Oscar-Show
Check out 0:29.
Great review as always. I also enjoyed the cheesy Brooklyn accent. Birthday wishes to ya, sai. Long days, pleasant nights.
Well...shit. Alright, then, I guess his "Boston" accent is real, but my opinion of his review still stands (an opinion that was cut in half when quoted). Thanks for the proof, PunchClockVillain. Now I [can] watch his review without bleeding ears.PunchClockVillain said: