Dan E. Kool
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Post by Dan E. Kool on Apr 23, 2017 11:42:01 GMT
Stooping down to the bank of Violent Movie River, we cup our hands together and quench our thirst. Tastes good. This week: The Boondock Saints Suggested by: scipioafricanus, who is never less alone than when in the presence of Hannibal Lecter. Released: Y2K Starring: Norman Reedus and Sean Patrick Flanery Director: Troy Duffy Writer: Troy Duffy |
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dschult3
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Post by dschult3 on Apr 23, 2017 13:34:18 GMT
I have this movie memorized. It is my guilty pleasure.
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Balder
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Post by Balder on Apr 23, 2017 14:01:50 GMT
Looks like shit, but funny shit.
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Post by ModeratorNumber2 on Apr 23, 2017 14:03:43 GMT
Added.
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scipioafricanus
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Post by scipioafricanus on Apr 23, 2017 14:22:33 GMT
Balder You need to watch this movie. dschult3 was gracious enough to recommend this one years ago, and I can never thank him enough for it. The trailer actually doesn't do it justice.
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dschult3
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Post by dschult3 on Apr 23, 2017 15:23:13 GMT
Balder You need to watch this movie. dschult3 was gracious enough to recommend this one years ago, and I can never thank him enough for it. The trailer actually doesn't do it justice. I watched it while I was stationed at Futenma. Most of us had never heard of the movie before then, but since then, all of us watch it religiously. That was 15 years ago now. Good God, where has the time gone? |
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Balder
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Post by Balder on Apr 23, 2017 15:29:30 GMT
Balder You need to watch this movie. dschult3 was gracious enough to recommend this one years ago, and I can never thank him enough for it. The trailer actually doesn't do it justice. Well okay then, it's now on my buying list. Willem Dafoe is usually pretty good in his movies. |
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billspreston
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Post by billspreston on Apr 23, 2017 18:22:40 GMT
Ah, boondock saints. The film everyone loved 10 years ago but seem to shit all over today.
Billy Connelly is in it. Enough said.
Though the story behind the making of this film is just as interesting. The director thought he was the next Quentin Tarrantino and went all Axl Rose on everybody.
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Cervantes
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Post by Cervantes on Apr 24, 2017 1:59:47 GMT
Wow, I have never watched it. It looks AWESOME. Does Saints Row references this movie or the titles are just a coincidence?
Edit: Yes, it seems it does. There's a sniper rifle called McManus, which is modeled after a weapon used by MacManus in the movie.
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stratogustav
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Post by stratogustav on Apr 24, 2017 18:51:26 GMT
These weekly film threads will now become my source to find movies I need to watch. I never heard of this one for example.
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dschult3
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Post by dschult3 on Apr 28, 2017 0:11:13 GMT
Cervantes and stratogustav, Let us know what you think of the movie. I'm interesting in hearing a fresh perspective on one of my favorite guilty pleasures.
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Balder
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Post by Balder on May 10, 2019 20:43:23 GMT
dschult3 can you believe it's been more than 2 years ago we discussed this movie? Man time sure flies by fast, it feels like we discussed this thing yesterday. I was always going to watch this and I can't believe it took me this long. Solid choice I must say: "So impressed by this thing, one of the quintessential cult films no doubt. I expected some over the top action set pieces, but what I got was so much more. First off, it is hilarious. Everything from Dafoe's character calling the guy he just fucked a fag to one of the saints slamming down on the table and blasting the cat, top notch comedy. Dafoe is just amazing in this. He is great in everything he is in, but this one is one of his best in opinion. It is cool to see Norman Reedus in something else than fucking The Walking Dead. The cast seems to a have good time and it is a blast to watch them. By saying that this is more than just an action film, I mean it. The scene where Dafoe's character breaks down the shootout that took place was really amazing to watch, and beautifully done. I love the story behind how this film was made. The director is just some random dude that wrote a script and then got to direct the film itself. He also directed the sequel, but never bothered to make anything else. He has got a pretty good track record then, because this is one of the absolute best CGR recommendation I have watched. It is shame it took me this long to watch it. This is even something I would buy on Blu-Ray just to rewatch it in better quality than what Netflix has to offer. Seriously one to watch if you are looking for a good time and something that does not take itself too seriously." 4.5/5.
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dschult3
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Post by dschult3 on May 10, 2019 21:25:10 GMT
dschult3 can you believe it's been more than 2 years ago we discussed this movie? Man time sure flies by fast, it feels like we discussed this thing yesterday. I was always going to watch this and I can't believe it took me this long. Solid choice I must say: "So impressed by this thing, one of the quintessential cult films no doubt. I expected some over the top action set pieces, but what I got was so much more. First off, it is hilarious. Everything from Dafoe's character calling the guy he just fucked a fag to one of the saints slamming down on the table and blasting the cat, top notch comedy. Dafoe is just amazing in this. He is great in everything he is in, but this one is one of his best in opinion. It is cool to see Norman Reedus in something else than fucking The Walking Dead. The cast seems to a have good time and it is a blast to watch them. By saying that this is more than just an action film, I mean it. The scene where Dafoe's character breaks down the shootout that took place was really amazing to watch, and beautifully done. I love the story behind how this film was made. The director is just some random dude that wrote a script and then got to direct the film itself. He also directed the sequel, but never bothered to make anything else. He has got a pretty good track record then, because this is one of the absolute best CGR recommendation I have watched. It is shame it took me this long to watch it. This is even something I would buy on Blu-Ray just to rewatch it in better quality than what Netflix has to offer. Seriously one to watch if you are looking for a good time and something that does not take itself too seriously." 4.5/5. I'm glad my recommendation came through for you. The sequel has some flaws, but it is fun. This one is definitely great, though. |
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Balder
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Post by Balder on May 10, 2019 21:35:06 GMT
dschult3 can you believe it's been more than 2 years ago we discussed this movie? Man time sure flies by fast, it feels like we discussed this thing yesterday. I was always going to watch this and I can't believe it took me this long. Solid choice I must say: "So impressed by this thing, one of the quintessential cult films no doubt. I expected some over the top action set pieces, but what I got was so much more. First off, it is hilarious. Everything from Dafoe's character calling the guy he just fucked a fag to one of the saints slamming down on the table and blasting the cat, top notch comedy. Dafoe is just amazing in this. He is great in everything he is in, but this one is one of his best in opinion. It is cool to see Norman Reedus in something else than fucking The Walking Dead. The cast seems to a have good time and it is a blast to watch them. By saying that this is more than just an action film, I mean it. The scene where Dafoe's character breaks down the shootout that took place was really amazing to watch, and beautifully done. I love the story behind how this film was made. The director is just some random dude that wrote a script and then got to direct the film itself. He also directed the sequel, but never bothered to make anything else. He has got a pretty good track record then, because this is one of the absolute best CGR recommendation I have watched. It is shame it took me this long to watch it. This is even something I would buy on Blu-Ray just to rewatch it in better quality than what Netflix has to offer. Seriously one to watch if you are looking for a good time and something that does not take itself too seriously." 4.5/5. I'm glad my recommendation came through for you. The sequel has some flaws, but it is fun. This one is definitely great, though. I'm going to watch every single movie discussed on this forum, but it's going to take some time when something's not available anywhere. After I bought VPN so many movies became available to me. |
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dschult3
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Post by dschult3 on Dec 20, 2021 17:52:26 GMT
I think I'm going to watch this again this week. Since my kids are older, I have to wait until they're asleep though.
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