Jarhead Opening this weekend.

[noway]

Im not for sure if you have noticed on here but, wusmmik is a movie genius(sp).. I was wonder if he had any scoop on this movie? The previews look good and I will be attending hopefuly this weekend.

[mccole79]

I am so going to see this movie!

Noway, when are you going?

[mccole79]

Friday showtimes at The Grand:

1:10 PM, 4:05 PM, 7:05 PM, 9:50 PM, 12:25 AM

[wusmmik]

Im not for sure if you have noticed on here but, wusmmik is a movie genius(sp).. I was wonder if he had any scoop on this movie? The previews look good and I will be attending hopefuly this weekend.

Aw..thanks. I really appreciate that. I'm glad you guys like my reviews. I've finally found a home for them. After days of searching for scary movies on TV for Halloween, I figure it's time to move ahead and begin the forecasting for Oscar season.

My crystal ball tells me, that "Jarhead" is easily a frontrunner. With the pedigree (Sam Mendes of "American Beauty", directing; last year's winner Jamie Foxx in support) and the content..we are talking serious Oscar buzz for these crewcuts.

I agree the preview is stunning, the drama it creates (with help from that stirring placement of Kanye West's "Jesus Walks") trumps this season of "Over There" on FX. But, why would a movie with this automatic interest (therefore, bankability) be released on the first Friday in November.
To capitalize on Veterans Day, November 11th? Sure.

But, honestly, movies that are released in early November are usually those
the studios don't think will be around for the holiday..think logically about it before you go calling me a charlatan. Universal's upcoming releases are King Kong (Dec.14th) and The Producers (Dec.16th) as well as Spielberg's Munich (around Christmas). Now, wait before screaming "heathen"..and they are putting their movie up against Disney's "Chicken Little".

Good news, "Chicken Little" doesn't really look that good folks. It looks like Disney is trying to create its own Pixar-like success..and that sounds like another Eisner-era manufactured mistake. Bad news, while there's a lot of interest in "Jarhead"...if the studio really thought it was an award-worthy film...I just don't see them releasing it this early. So, I predict that many of us will enjoy "Jarhead"..but something tells me that it won't quite be the success expected.

If I'm wrong, well I guess I'll eat my ones and zeroes..but then again, I really have liked the last batch of serious war films..Starting with "Saving Private Ryan", followed by the vastly underrated "Three Kings" and then the riveting "Black Hawk Down".

[noway]

thanks alot... see peoples he is a true movie critic.. :smt038

[wusmmik]

Actually, that's all speculation folks..I can't really critique it until I see it..
the hard part is avoiding all of the early reviews and their spoilers..but, then again this is coming from a book that many of you have already read.
I can't wait for your critiques..I'm guessing they'll start pouring in on Friday.
Thanks again, noway

[543LISTguy]

I am really looking forward to seeing this movie. I read the book but its been a while...I mostly remember a really depressed feeling with a bit of dark humor. In fact my brother in law, who i trade books back and forth with told me he didnt want it back because it was too depressing. I really think this movie will be great and i hope the emotion translates to the screen. I am not saying to expect a really grim sad depressing look at a war but that you should understand that you will be seeing one young mans view of Desert Storm.

Also looking forward to the new theater.

[SxyHubLady]

I can't wait to go see this movie. Its going to be really good. Does anyone want to drive me? LOL

[IGID]

YES!!! :smt038

[wilebill]

wusmmik, I was beginning to like you until you said Three Kings was underrated. :-D

[wusmmik]

aw..now, don't hold that against me. That movie was brilliant.
I was just blown away by how bleached out the cinematography was
and how it was just utter chaos. I'm proud to say I've seen all of David O.Russell's films and he continues to function outside of the auteur class (Tarantino, for example) and the old reliable guard (start with Spielberg, then work your way down). His films are all brilliant exercises in high-wire comedy.
"Flirting With Disaster" is a laugh riot, it practically predates the uncomfortable comedy of "The Office" and shows of that ilk. And, if you haven't seen "I Heart Huckabees", run to get it. It is comedy about philosophy...and I laughed my ass off at it..."have you transcended space and time..."..sorry..


Now, "Three Kings" may be politically unappealing but you have to admit that it's just as kinetic as "Black Hawk Down" and while it is graphically violence, it's really a black war comedy in the vein of "Dr.Strangelove".

[wilebill]

And, if you haven't seen "I Heart Huckabees", run to get it. It is comedy about philosophy...and I laughed my ass off at it..."have you transcended space and time..."..sorry..

I :love: Huckabees was great. Very funny

Now, "Three Kings" may be politically unappealing but you have to admit that it's just as kinetic as "Black Hawk Down" and while it is graphically violence, it's really a black war comedy in the vein of "Dr.Strangelove".

I just don't like George Clooney. I watched the movie anyway in spite of him, but I just couldn't get into it. And maybe the violence just seemed too gratuitous, I don't know.

[wusmmik]

Nice one wilebill with the heart there..It's cool some folks just don't like Clooney..his insouciance appeals to some and not others..

[543LISTguy]

What time is everyone going to this gig?

[IGID]

Not sure. I think I still want to drive SHL. :cat: :dog:

[wilebill]

his insouciance appeals to some and not others..

I actually had to look that word up!

Actually, I think he's just smarmy.

[fuzzis]

I think I want to see Good Night and Good Luck. Not that the boys in Jarhead don't appeal to me. They do.

Hmmmm...what to do, what to do, what to do. :smt102

fuzzis

[mccole79]

fuzzis - for some reason i keep forgetting about that movie, but i want to see that as well. it looks very interesting!

[SxyHubLady]

Not sure. I think I still want to drive SHL. :cat: :dog:


LOL who are you? And do you mind being seen with a crippled person?

[wusmmik]

I actually had to look that word up!

Actually, I think he's just smarmy.

Yeah, that too. I think I cribbed that from some Sinatra biography or something..I just like that word for him it fits. Understand, I thought Clooney was way too into himself..and then "Three Kings" and his comedic performance in "O Brother Where Art Thou" changed my mind. He's been in some bad movies..but he's obviously very smart (check his direction of "Confessions of A Dangerous Mind" and another film on my wishlist to see "Good Night and Good Luck")..but smug too. Although, that may have changed this year with his bad injury. He looks rough in the previews for "Syriana"

Speaking of "O Brother", the excellent Roger Deakins is the cinematographer on "Jarhead"..so it's sure to be a thing of beauty. Everything he films is absolutely gorgeous.

[noway]

so anybody go see the movie on opening day? Lets us hear about it.. :smt102

[mccole79]

I saw it, and loved it! Right now I don't have the time to say much about the movie since I'm out of town, but ladies, YOU WILL LOVE IT! You get to see naked men! Ha ha!

[SxyHubLady]

I just wanted to invite people to join me today at 4:10 to see jarhead. Me, my kids and room mate are going so if anyone would like to come, we would love to have you join us. Hope to see you there.

[mccole79]

I wish I could join you HubLady, but I have to be at work at 5:15. I saw the movie Friday, and you will love it! Let me know what you think.

[SxyHubLady]

I didn't get to make it to the movie. :smt022 I got sick of my meds cause I took them without eating. I hope I get to see it soon.

[mccole79]

Aww man, I'm sorry to hear that HubLady. Are you feeling any better now? I hope so!

By the way, depending on how old your kids are, you may want to think twice before taking them to see the movie. It's very explicit sexually. Just a little food for thought. :)

[noway]

so usmmik did you go see the movie.. we are waiting for your opinion..