tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post4345152042180270393..comments2024-03-27T21:42:56.131-05:00Comments on 1001plus: Emphasis on the Last SyllableSJHoneywellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13550007053995112090noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-7700558499248983962020-07-27T09:36:57.506-05:002020-07-27T09:36:57.506-05:00Oh, I hated India Song so, so much.
I'm happy...Oh, I hated <i>India Song</i> so, so much.<br /><br />I'm happy for people to disagree with me on this blog--it's all about the discussion here. And I realize that this is a polarizing film--it has a lot of people who love it and a lot of detractors as well. SJHoneywellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13550007053995112090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-34377394739533820172020-07-26T00:35:01.356-05:002020-07-26T00:35:01.356-05:00I will admit, this is one of my favorite films of ...I will admit, this is one of my favorite films of all time but I can't deny that your review is hilarious as hell. Love the comedic and hard hitting aspects of your review! It's a shame you didn't like Delphine Seyrig while I fell in love with her (But I also hate her in India Song!) It's really nice that someone is bold enough to write reviews for famous movies that they hate because it gives me a different perspective on the film. Once again, it's still one of my favorite films of all time but I had one hell of a time reading this review! Love it!!! :)Neon Linkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12464111355494265828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-45510778882877242262017-05-23T22:08:37.057-05:002017-05-23T22:08:37.057-05:00I am vindicated!I am vindicated!SJHoneywellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13550007053995112090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-21653241216618576762017-05-22T19:29:41.024-05:002017-05-22T19:29:41.024-05:006 years later and I'm finally watching this. ...6 years later and I'm finally watching this. Just brutal....Colby Mannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01075717683754554747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-35070702766333227332017-04-21T20:27:14.596-05:002017-04-21T20:27:14.596-05:00I've never really gotten into the Smiths. Pulp...I've never really gotten into the Smiths. Pulp, though, is absolutely worth your time. If you can dig up a copy of This is Hardcore (which you can probably find on YouTube), it's still an album I think is great pretty much all the way through.<br /><br />Grandaddy is good, too. SJHoneywellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13550007053995112090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-72495049513571797222017-04-21T16:48:27.105-05:002017-04-21T16:48:27.105-05:00That is a fantastic review, Steve!
I understand th...That is a fantastic review, Steve!<br />I understand that pretentious style does not go down well with you. well, I do not blame you, this was super pretentious.<br />Nice to hear about your taste in music. In 94 I spent a month travelling through Europe with a singe tape in my walkman, Leisure on one side and The Queen is Dead on the other an that made me a Blur and Smith fan. Back then in the nineties I went to a lot of music festivals and saw practically everything, but never got to see Morrisey.TSorensenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12208153011927807857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-49113664440931451802016-04-09T08:51:11.060-05:002016-04-09T08:51:11.060-05:00I've determined that one of the central featur...I've determined that one of the central features of a trio of films that I really, really hate is Delphine Seyrig. I now blame her entirely.SJHoneywellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13550007053995112090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-69599261925678240232016-04-08T00:27:30.531-05:002016-04-08T00:27:30.531-05:00While I didn't hate LYAM, this review was far ...While I didn't hate LYAM, this review was far more entertaining than the actual movie, possessing all the passion its characters lacked. <br /><br />The technical aspects of the filming and editing intrigued me, but everything else was beyond repetitive. At the end I was left thinking, 'Uh-huh, and ... that's it!?'Julia Machttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09041411551162128922noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-75786381881300177142016-02-07T21:32:56.979-06:002016-02-07T21:32:56.979-06:00You and me both, except that I like having somethi...You and me both, except that I like having something that I hate this passionately.SJHoneywellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13550007053995112090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-60944934228577544102016-02-07T11:35:59.657-06:002016-02-07T11:35:59.657-06:00This one completely fell off my radar, and I only ...This one completely fell off my radar, and I only rediscovered it this past week, and finally got around to watching it (almost 5 years later!) <br /><br />Notwithstanding my original comment, i'd rather forget about my time watching Marienbad. Klaushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05006608076041962884noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-35625399363224949382013-02-14T23:15:53.103-06:002013-02-14T23:15:53.103-06:00While I have no idea why you'd address Michael...While I have no idea why you'd address Michael Medved and others on my blog, I'll take that as written.SJHoneywellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13550007053995112090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-49089662722763260682013-02-14T11:35:51.721-06:002013-02-14T11:35:51.721-06:00Apparently my meaning has been misconstrued. I kn...Apparently my meaning has been misconstrued. I know you didn't write the book. I didn't say you did, but I can see that I wasn't clear enough. The second paragraph of my post was addressing the author of the book (indirectly, of course, unless he happens to be reading this). I didn't mean for you to think I was addressing you or your review. You clearly stated the film ISN'T in your worst of all time. Sorry for the confusion and unintended offense.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-72454526869755617262013-02-14T00:10:57.888-06:002013-02-14T00:10:57.888-06:00Quite frankly, I don't care. I mean that since...Quite frankly, I don't care. I mean that sincerely. I don't care that it's one of your top 100 films of all time. The fact that you like it and find it meaningful doesn't mean that I have to, or should. I found it pointless and stupid, and I stand by that. Sorry that a genuine difference of opinion offends you.<br /><br />And for point of fact, I <i>didn't</i> put this film or any other in a book. Someone else did. My brother Tom had a copy of it. I just read it.<br /><br />The entire point of this blog, or of a movie review/criticism in its purest form, is to express not only an opinion of whether or not a film is good or bad, but also to define <i>why</i> the critic feels that way. It's not to get you to think the way I do, but to help you see why I think the way I do about it. <br /><br />Calling me a "free-thinking rebel" is, obviously, intended as a slight or a comment on my taste as a film viewer or skill as a critic. It's a cheap shot and dirty pool, and says more about you than it does about me.<br /><br />There are other blogs you can read, Martin. I'd suggest you read those instead.SJHoneywellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13550007053995112090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-55143681607127829562013-02-13T12:18:39.816-06:002013-02-13T12:18:39.816-06:00One of my top 100 films of all time. Endlessly fa...One of my top 100 films of all time. Endlessly fascinating and layered, every time you think you've got hold on it, it slips away from you. And a damn beautiful movie to boot.<br /><br />Anyone putting LYAM (or Ivan the Terrible for that matter, or Zabriskie Point) in a book titled "The 50 Worst Films of All Time" is just a smug jerk looking to push buttons. Yes, we get it, you go against the grain. You free-thinking rebel, you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-85209182569394854042011-04-27T22:41:24.314-05:002011-04-27T22:41:24.314-05:00Yeah, I can see a sort of perverse pleasure in wan...Yeah, I can see a sort of perverse pleasure in wanting to see something that caused such a violent reaction. In reversed roles, I'd say the same thing, I think. <br /><br />I still think <i>This is Hardcore</i> is one of the great albums of the last 20 years for what that's worth.<br /><br />As for the swearing...don't tell Mom.SJHoneywellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13550007053995112090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-59545591004381003042011-04-27T14:44:40.791-05:002011-04-27T14:44:40.791-05:00Where to begin, Bubs?
a. I loved that book.
b. I...Where to begin, Bubs?<br /><br />a. I loved that book.<br /><br />b. I've never seen the movie, but, honestly, how can you not want to?<br /><br />c. I probably love Blur more than I love Pulp, but there are certain Suede songs I love more than any of them. And I do love me some Jarvis Cocker. And Gorillaz. And, speaking of Britpop, the new Elbow is fucking good.<br /><br />d. It's funny when you swear.<br /><br />kkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02594292536475394637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-65496603911538099572011-03-20T14:13:28.268-05:002011-03-20T14:13:28.268-05:00I hadn't seen the Blur video, which is a bit s...I hadn't seen the Blur video, which is a bit strange because I really like Blur--especially their older stuff. But I like Pulp better.<br /><br />I'm going to choose that Blur is poking fun rather than paying homage. Your mileage may vary.SJHoneywellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13550007053995112090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-28740905021342210002011-03-18T17:09:50.341-05:002011-03-18T17:09:50.341-05:00I actually agree with most of what you say, but st...I actually agree with most of what you say, but still cannot help being very fascinated by this pretentious, hypercerebral collection of fragments posturing as a movie.<br /><br />Have you seen the music video for the Blur song »To the end«?:<br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DjHKqb365Anicolas krizanhttp://1001movies.posterous.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-54651168807589207732011-03-12T21:25:46.702-06:002011-03-12T21:25:46.702-06:00I did like Hiroshima Mon Amour a lot more than thi...I did like <i>Hiroshima Mon Amour</i> a lot more than this one. That film was pretty--this one was just obtuse.SJHoneywellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13550007053995112090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-87139413160568521872011-03-12T20:17:02.110-06:002011-03-12T20:17:02.110-06:00I had a similar reaction to Last Year, though not ...I had a similar reaction to Last Year, though not quite as virulent. What's funny to me about your review, is I too first heard of this film by the same book you metioned (the one co-authored by future conservative commentator Michael Medved). I've also searched for others on the 1001 list that are also on the 50 worst film list and it seems you found them all. I'd be interested to see your opinion on Hiroshima, Mon Amour if you haven't already seen it. It's definitely a more palatable Alain Resanis film to me.1001: A Film Odyssey is produced, directed and written by Chris, a librarian.https://www.blogger.com/profile/04803620768028761898noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-50722689555211418682011-03-11T12:45:49.757-06:002011-03-11T12:45:49.757-06:00After a sentence describing Renal failure and mayo...After a sentence describing Renal failure and mayonnaise, I may never eat tuna salad again...Ken Loarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17207009680910318145noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-68750232962917763752011-03-11T11:49:14.365-06:002011-03-11T11:49:14.365-06:00Forgot this--also @Ken: I just checked out a copy ...Forgot this--also @Ken: I just checked out a copy of <i>Dog Star Man</i>, so look for something in the next week.SJHoneywellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13550007053995112090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-19368087779494822572011-03-11T11:28:22.073-06:002011-03-11T11:28:22.073-06:00Hey, you (Klaus and Colby) may well find something...Hey, you (Klaus and Colby) may well find something here that I didn't see. I do see how this film could be open to a variety of interpretations, many of which are quite interesting. For me, it didn't go far enough.<br /><br />I think it's telling when the Criterion DVD misspells the director's name on the front cover ("Resnais" is spelled "Reanais," which sounds like a combination of renal failure and mayonnaise).<br /><br />If nothing else, I won't forget watching this one.<br /><br />@Ken--if we always agreed, this would be a dull enterprise. I see how someone can find value in this, but for me, there just wasn't enough "there" there.SJHoneywellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13550007053995112090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-1601448390189067732011-03-11T09:56:31.496-06:002011-03-11T09:56:31.496-06:00I must admit - I am looking forward to watching th...I must admit - I am looking forward to watching this movie as well myself due to the reaction it is getting!<br /><br />I've already knocked out a couple of the "bad" movies mentioned above - Zabriskie Point and Bring me the Head of Alfredo Garcia. I think Eraserhead is the only movie so far that I considered a complete waste of time.Colby Mannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01075717683754554747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166297507174717122.post-9435467179365731982011-03-11T09:28:21.553-06:002011-03-11T09:28:21.553-06:00You had me a "fruit bats or Jell-o" :) I...You had me a "fruit bats or Jell-o" :) I must be a glutton for punishment, because after reading your review, I really do want to watch this movie. I'd much rather watch a movie that can incite this kind of passion than something which is utterly unforgettable.Klaushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05006608076041962884noreply@blogger.com