liverpool1003
15 May 2007, 02:05 PM
Oooh, oooh, an off-topic forum. How exciting...
As a film producer and connisseur, I'd like to think I can make some pretty good recommendations. Then again, when people hear the word "producer" they automatically think "crap". Anyway, here are a few things to Netflix and to check out in the theatre:
Theatre:
- You MUST see "The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada". It's being released in select cities in the U.S. this Friday, but I anticipate a wider release in the near future. Excellent modern-day Western directed by Tommy Lee Jones. It was the surprise hit of Cannes last year and it absolutely blew me away. One of the best movies I've seen in the last five years.
- "Squid & the Whale". I believe it's still out in the theatres in most cities. Very touching, yet hilarious, story of Noah Baumbach (writer/director, co-writer of "Life Aquatic") growing up in Brooklyn and going through his parents' divorce. Should have been nominated for every Oscar. Then again, the Oscars are shite.
Netflix:
- I'd suggest cueing up "Sopranos Season 4", as the fifth season will be airing on HBO in March. This is one of the best TV shows of all time, transcending the very idea of TV. Incredible cast, very well-written, engrossing, and addicting. It's incredibly violent, but certainly not overdone. If you're a total newbie to the show, start with Season 1. Once you start watching, you won't stop. Trust me. Plus, you get several episodes per disc so it's a great "value" for Netflix.
- While we're on TV shows, check out "Six Feet Under" as well. Not quite as engaging as Sopranos, but also an amazing show. Everything HBO touches turns to gold, and SFU is no exception. I watched the entire first 4 seasons in a couple weeks. It will change how you see death, or at least it did for me.
- "Dig!". A documentary about the relationship between two bands, the Dandy Warhols and the Brian Jonestown Massacre. Fascinating characters and a really interesting story.
- "Fearless Freaks". Documentary about the Flaming Lips, using footage from the past 20 or 30 years. Incredible band and incredible movie.
- "Green Street Hooligans". Not the most amazing movie, but entertaining nonetheless. An interesting look at hooligan culture. (I figured I should throw one soccer movie in here)
- "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind". Best movie of 2004. While you're at it, check out the other, less-celebrated Charlie Kaufman/Michel Gondry film "Human Nature". Whacky stuff.
That's it for now. Gotta get back to work. As I think of some more stuff, I'll post it here.
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind is a great movie.
As a film producer and connisseur, I'd like to think I can make some pretty good recommendations. Then again, when people hear the word "producer" they automatically think "crap". Anyway, here are a few things to Netflix and to check out in the theatre:
Theatre:
- You MUST see "The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada". It's being released in select cities in the U.S. this Friday, but I anticipate a wider release in the near future. Excellent modern-day Western directed by Tommy Lee Jones. It was the surprise hit of Cannes last year and it absolutely blew me away. One of the best movies I've seen in the last five years.
- "Squid & the Whale". I believe it's still out in the theatres in most cities. Very touching, yet hilarious, story of Noah Baumbach (writer/director, co-writer of "Life Aquatic") growing up in Brooklyn and going through his parents' divorce. Should have been nominated for every Oscar. Then again, the Oscars are shite.
Netflix:
- I'd suggest cueing up "Sopranos Season 4", as the fifth season will be airing on HBO in March. This is one of the best TV shows of all time, transcending the very idea of TV. Incredible cast, very well-written, engrossing, and addicting. It's incredibly violent, but certainly not overdone. If you're a total newbie to the show, start with Season 1. Once you start watching, you won't stop. Trust me. Plus, you get several episodes per disc so it's a great "value" for Netflix.
- While we're on TV shows, check out "Six Feet Under" as well. Not quite as engaging as Sopranos, but also an amazing show. Everything HBO touches turns to gold, and SFU is no exception. I watched the entire first 4 seasons in a couple weeks. It will change how you see death, or at least it did for me.
- "Dig!". A documentary about the relationship between two bands, the Dandy Warhols and the Brian Jonestown Massacre. Fascinating characters and a really interesting story.
- "Fearless Freaks". Documentary about the Flaming Lips, using footage from the past 20 or 30 years. Incredible band and incredible movie.
- "Green Street Hooligans". Not the most amazing movie, but entertaining nonetheless. An interesting look at hooligan culture. (I figured I should throw one soccer movie in here)
- "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind". Best movie of 2004. While you're at it, check out the other, less-celebrated Charlie Kaufman/Michel Gondry film "Human Nature". Whacky stuff.
That's it for now. Gotta get back to work. As I think of some more stuff, I'll post it here.
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind is a great movie.