Any thoughts on Million Dollar Baby? Does it deserve ranking as one of the best films of the year?
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Originally posted by Lions West CoastAny thoughts on Million Dollar Baby? Does it deserve ranking as one of the best films of the year?
While the story was interesting, I thought it was overdone in parts. Without going into too much detail, Swank's mother (and whole family) in the movie was overdone to the point of being caricatures and maybe that was Clint's intent. I thought a more subtle version of the family would have been more powerful. Also, in one of the fights Clint wanted you to know how sinister Swank's opponent was and overused music to hammer the point home. The scene would have worked well with no music at all.
Despite the critical flaws I found in it, I did like the story. I just thought it could have been done more subtly and less dramatic.
As far as a best picture nod.....hhmmmm....good question. I don't think it comes close to holding up against The Aviator. I haven't seen Ray or Finding Neverland. I could go either way on Sideways. For me, the strength of Sideways was the script. And in that respect I think Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind should have received a nod if Sideways did. Kate Winslet and Jim Carrey were both far better than any of the performances in Sideways.
My money is on The Aviator for Best Picture.
"And I'm a million different people from one day to the next..."
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To clarify something...
Clint Eastwood's part *was* a bit challenging but Clint played Clint like he always does. Freeman's part wasn't all that challenging in my opinion but he did a good job with it (as ususal)."And I'm a million different people from one day to the next..."
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Of course there's a whole other aspect of the movie I can't get into because it would be too much of a spoiler but it was interesting and thought provoking.
The heart of the movie is about one woman's determination, focus, and strength against very tough odds and for that alone I really dug the movie."And I'm a million different people from one day to the next..."
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Saw Hitch yesterday. Not to bad. Worth the price of admission.F#*K OHIO!!!
You're not only an amazingly beautiful man, but you're the greatest football mind to ever exist. <-- Jeffy Shittypants actually posted this. I knew he was in love with me.
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Hey guys, I was wondering if somebody could give offer me some advice on what I should do as I got a speeding ticket driving 77 MPH in 50 MPH zone, I already sent plead not guilty via mail by sending the ticket back. What should I do ? I'm willing to pay any fine but don't want to lose any points (in ny state it says 6 points for driving 27 MPH over zone). Any help would be greatly appreciated.Pussy Jauron and Mariucci are so dumb that they couldn't pour pee out of a boot.....if the directions were written on the heel.
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Well, were you driving 77 in a 50 MPH zone?? If so, my advice is to nut up and be a man. You did the crime, now it's time to do the time.
If not, why were you ticketed for going so fast? Judges will often knock down the points if you show up humble...To be a professional means that you don't die. - Takeru "the Tsunami" Kobayashi
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I got a 91 in a 55 in Denver last month. I ended up getting away with a $100 fine and 4 points after i went to court and pleaded with the DA..
Sidenote I had to pimp my GF for the night but it was worth it.F#*K OHIO!!!
You're not only an amazingly beautiful man, but you're the greatest football mind to ever exist. <-- Jeffy Shittypants actually posted this. I knew he was in love with me.
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I rented Underworld, it was pretty good even with some severe flaws. Note to any filmakers who are making dark fantasy films. They can be dark, brooding pictures but it is nice to add some scenes with sunlight. Watching a film for two hours struggling to see every scene because the overriding color in every scene is purple takes away from the movie.
I liked it better than the other Kate Beckinsale vampire vehicle(Van Helsing), but it just reminds me of how much I missed having new Buffy or Angel episodes.Last edited by froot loops; February 28, 2005, 10:02 AM.
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