Movie - AVATAR - Dec 18th 2009

MarinePaul · 01-23-2010, 10:07 AM

I must be one of the only people in the world with no desire to see this. I'm not overly impressed with special effects, so it has little appeal to me.

dangerbob · 01-23-2010, 11:51 AM

Originally Posted by MarinePaul

I must be one of the only people in the world with no desire to see this. I'm not overly impressed with special effects, so it has little appeal to me.

There are two of us, MP. I like the old black and white movies from the good old days. They are more realistic and have stories to go with it. Especially the Western ones. One of my all time favorites, "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly." It reminds me of Me, the Good; you, the Bad; and Wiefan, the Ugly.

The Danger.........Wiefan.......The Marine!

ctmurray · 01-23-2010, 02:42 PM

I read today that the 3D version is causing some viewers (mostly women) to become queasy and throw up. My wife is now glad we went to the 2D version.

MarinePaul · 01-23-2010, 02:54 PM

Originally Posted by dangerbob

There are two of us, MP. I like the old black and white movies from the good old days. They are more realistic and have stories to go with it. Especially the Western ones. One of my all time favorites, "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly." It reminds me of Me, the Good; you, the Bad; and Wiefan, the Ugly.

The Danger.........Wiefan.......The Marine!

I see several movies a year, but try to stay away from the ones that rely on special effects. Interesting that you should use Clint Eastwood in your example. Last year, he had a great movie out, the name escapes me at the moment, but he had to defend his neighborhood from a gang of thugs. Real acting, and a thoroughly enjoyable movie.

I also watch a lot of the old movies on AMC and TCM. They're entertaining because of the performance of the actors.

JJfan · 01-23-2010, 05:30 PM

Gran Torino..... Fantastic movie, classic Clint Eastwood.

MarinePaul · 01-23-2010, 08:50 PM

Originally Posted by JJfan

Gran Torino..... Fantastic movie, classic Clint Eastwood.

Thanks, JJFan. Great flick, without all the techno- crap.

greentee · 01-24-2010, 05:20 AM

Originally Posted by JJfan

Gran Torino..... Fantastic movie, classic Clint Eastwood.

Yes I liked it to.... then I like everything Clint does.... eh, he is another one of us Capricorns to.

MP - "Thanks, JJFan. Great flick, without all the techno- crap. "

IF you ever do try a 'techno-crap' movie, then Avatar is the one to try.... after that you can say you have see the very worst. Oh and don't try sushi either.... just because the Japanese rave about it, doesn't mean it is.... it well rot your guts.

greentee · 01-24-2010, 05:28 AM

Originally Posted by dangerbob

Only in Canada! Drive south of the border from where you are bro, and you'll find plenty of seats.

Sure thing, on my way.

MarinePaul · 01-24-2010, 10:15 AM

Originally Posted by greentee

Yes I liked it to.... then I like everything Clint does.... eh, he is another one of us Capricorns to.

MP - "Thanks, JJFan. Great flick, without all the techno- crap. "

IF you ever do try a 'techno-crap' movie, then Avatar is the one to try.... after that you can say you have see the very worst. Oh and don't try sushi either.... just because the Japanese rave about it, doesn't mean it is.... it well rot your guts.

You call it "Sushi," I call it "Bait."

It's fine that you liked the movie. I prefer to see actors acting. Different strokes. No big deal. I'm just going to pass on this one, if that's all right with you.

greentee · 01-24-2010, 10:38 AM

Originally Posted by MarinePaul

You call it "Sushi," I call it "Bait."

It's fine that you liked the movie. I prefer to see actors acting. Different strokes. No big deal. I'm just going to pass on this one, if that's all right with you.

Ahh.... ok, no problem. :-) Your loss though. :-)

We differ on movies a bit.... so lets talk golf a bit. What do you think of this wie ones chances to take Tiger down one day. :-)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5cnH3pexXA&feature=fvw

01-23-2010, 10:07 AM	#21
MarinePaul Moderator Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Warren, Ohio Posts: 8,003	I must be one of the only people in the world with no desire to see this. I'm not overly impressed with special effects, so it has little appeal to me. __________________ Happiness isn't getting what you want, it's wanting what you have.

01-23-2010, 11:51 AM	#22
dangerbob Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 4,872	Originally Posted by MarinePaul I must be one of the only people in the world with no desire to see this. I'm not overly impressed with special effects, so it has little appeal to me. There are two of us, MP. I like the old black and white movies from the good old days. They are more realistic and have stories to go with it. Especially the Western ones. One of my all time favorites, "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly." It reminds me of Me, the Good; you, the Bad; and Wiefan, the Ugly. The Danger.........Wiefan.......The Marine! __________________ "On this hapless EARTH There's small SINCERITY of mirth And LAUGHTER oft is but an ART To drown the outcry of the HEART!" Last edited by dangerbob; 01-23-2010 at 11:59 AM.

01-23-2010, 02:54 PM	#24
MarinePaul Moderator Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Warren, Ohio Posts: 8,003	Originally Posted by dangerbob There are two of us, MP. I like the old black and white movies from the good old days. They are more realistic and have stories to go with it. Especially the Western ones. One of my all time favorites, "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly." It reminds me of Me, the Good; you, the Bad; and Wiefan, the Ugly. The Danger.........Wiefan.......The Marine! I see several movies a year, but try to stay away from the ones that rely on special effects. Interesting that you should use Clint Eastwood in your example. Last year, he had a great movie out, the name escapes me at the moment, but he had to defend his neighborhood from a gang of thugs. Real acting, and a thoroughly enjoyable movie. I also watch a lot of the old movies on AMC and TCM. They're entertaining because of the performance of the actors. __________________ Happiness isn't getting what you want, it's wanting what you have.

01-23-2010, 08:50 PM	#26
MarinePaul Moderator Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Warren, Ohio Posts: 8,003	Originally Posted by JJfan Gran Torino..... Fantastic movie, classic Clint Eastwood. Thanks, JJFan. Great flick, without all the techno- crap. __________________ Happiness isn't getting what you want, it's wanting what you have.

01-24-2010, 05:20 AM	#27
greentee Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,484 Images: 4	Originally Posted by JJfan Gran Torino..... Fantastic movie, classic Clint Eastwood. Yes I liked it to.... then I like everything Clint does.... eh, he is another one of us Capricorns to. MP - "Thanks, JJFan. Great flick, without all the techno- crap. " IF you ever do try a 'techno-crap' movie, then Avatar is the one to try.... after that you can say you have see the very worst. Oh and don't try sushi either.... just because the Japanese rave about it, doesn't mean it is.... it well rot your guts. __________________ ... I am not a tree, I am a tee... hit me, ah... wait a minute... Last edited by greentee; 01-24-2010 at 05:27 AM.

01-23-2010, 02:42 PM	#23
ctmurray Donating Member Contests: Joint 3rd place overall winner 2010. Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Minnesota Posts: 1,176	I read today that the 3D version is causing some viewers (mostly women) to become queasy and throw up. My wife is now glad we went to the 2D version.

01-23-2010, 05:30 PM	#25
JJfan Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Manassas,Virginia Posts: 289 Images: 26	Gran Torino..... Fantastic movie, classic Clint Eastwood.

01-24-2010, 05:28 AM	#28
greentee Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,484 Images: 4	Originally Posted by dangerbob Only in Canada! Drive south of the border from where you are bro, and you'll find plenty of seats. Sure thing, on my way. __________________ ... I am not a tree, I am a tee... hit me, ah... wait a minute...

01-24-2010, 10:15 AM	#29
MarinePaul Moderator Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Warren, Ohio Posts: 8,003	Originally Posted by greentee Yes I liked it to.... then I like everything Clint does.... eh, he is another one of us Capricorns to. MP - "Thanks, JJFan. Great flick, without all the techno- crap. " IF you ever do try a 'techno-crap' movie, then Avatar is the one to try.... after that you can say you have see the very worst. Oh and don't try sushi either.... just because the Japanese rave about it, doesn't mean it is.... it well rot your guts. You call it "Sushi," I call it "Bait." It's fine that you liked the movie. I prefer to see actors acting. Different strokes. No big deal. I'm just going to pass on this one, if that's all right with you. __________________ Happiness isn't getting what you want, it's wanting what you have. Last edited by MarinePaul; 01-24-2010 at 10:18 AM.

01-24-2010, 10:38 AM	#30
greentee Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,484 Images: 4	Originally Posted by MarinePaul You call it "Sushi," I call it "Bait." It's fine that you liked the movie. I prefer to see actors acting. Different strokes. No big deal. I'm just going to pass on this one, if that's all right with you. Ahh.... ok, no problem. :-) Your loss though. :-) We differ on movies a bit.... so lets talk golf a bit. What do you think of this wie ones chances to take Tiger down one day. :-) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5cnH3pexXA&feature=fvw __________________ ... I am not a tree, I am a tee... hit me, ah... wait a minute...

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