drahkon Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 (edited) So, today I have bought Moon. Watched it right after I'd gotten home and immediately loved it. As the thread title suggests it's not a blockbuster and it has actually never been released in German cinemas as far as I know (maybe only in some cities). 'What does he want from me now?' you might ask. Well, let me tell you: I want love. And more of those not-so-mainstream movies. Here's a short list of which movies I consider to be of this kind: The Fountain Being John Malkovich Burn After Reading Revolver Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind Edit: On second thought..."Not-so-mainstream" sounds a bit awkward..so if anyone can think of a better expression, feel free to tell us Edited February 1, 2011 by drahkon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paj! Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 It's hard to define when there's no genre or specifics wanted...hm. I mean, would you consider Donnie Darko not-so-mainstream? Visually it's not very different from the mainstream, and it's themes aren't that outside-the-box. But it does have a quality that seems to seperate it from the mainstream slightly. All of Darren Aronofsky's movies fit, not just The Fountain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drahkon Posted February 1, 2011 Author Share Posted February 1, 2011 (edited) It's hard to define when there's no genre or specifics wanted...hm. You have a point there. I mean, would you consider Donnie Darko not-so-mainstream? I would. How about 'movies that are thought provoking'? Edit: That's not exactly it. I mean Burn after Reading isn't really thought provoking. Edited February 1, 2011 by drahkon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paj! Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 (edited) How about 'movies that are thought provoking'? Haha again, hard to define :p. I mean, The Hours left me with stuff to think about/I was shaken, but then it's mainstream (effectively). David Lynch obviously. I'd say most of Lars Von Trier's films, specifically But then they're very traumatic. Pure, genuine thought can be generated after watching things like I guess most Charlie Kauffman films apply too (you already mentioned Being John Malkovich). His films are excellent, a real desire to explore the medium and thought behind film. Many different kinds of films can get a visceral reaction from the audience. EDIT: I feel like I'm missing out so many greats, so here's my list of every film I've ever seen. The ones with the highest ratings are the ones I regard highest (obvs). I generally aim for "thought-provoking films" to see in the first place (or just obvious stunners). Edited February 1, 2011 by Paj! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drahkon Posted February 1, 2011 Author Share Posted February 1, 2011 I feel like I'm missing out so many greats, so here's my list of every film I've ever seen. Thank you I'll work my way through that list some time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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drahkon Posted February 1, 2011 Author Share Posted February 1, 2011 You know what would we an awesome feature? If you could ban ReZ from a thread you created. :p In all seriousness, though, I haven't seen Avatar and will probably never do. It's not my cup of tea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cube Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 You know what would we an awesome feature? If you could ban ReZ from a thread you created. :p It would be a bit unfair to make it so he can only post in threads he created. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drahkon Posted February 1, 2011 Author Share Posted February 1, 2011 It would be a bit unfair to make it so he can only post in threads he created. It would make this place a lot better, though. Especially for me, because, you know...I hate ReZ. Sooooo anyway...anybody got some more movies? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReZourceman Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 It would make this place a lot better, though. Especially for me, because, you know...I hate ReZ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chairdriver Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 I feel like I'm missing out so many greats, so here's my list of every film I've ever seen. The ones with the highest ratings are the ones I regard highest (obvs). I generally aim for "thought-provoking films" to see in the first place (or just obvious stunners). Cosi. I love the film cover the most. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryuk Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 (edited) Edited February 1, 2011 by Ryuk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyWylde Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 SECRET WINDOW I adore this movie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EddieColeslaw Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Anyone who likes Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind should check out The Science of Sleep, also by Michel Gondry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EEVILMURRAY Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 I mean, would you consider Donnie Darko not-so-mainstream? Visually it's not very different from the mainstream, and it's themes aren't that outside-the-box. But it does have a quality that seems to seperate it from the mainstream slightly. More of a cult film as they say these days. I'd personally call it a shit film, but that's just me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReZourceman Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Not sure what the hell will count from the following, but ; Moon was amazing. I found some enjoyment in character performances of Black Snake Moan Milk is uberly fantastic. Stranger than Fiction is underrated. I really liked A Guide To Recognising Your Saints - great cast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Neds! Just out at the cinema, not sure how wide its release is as it's a very Scottish film. Apparently George Clooney has helped broker a deal to get it released in the USA (with subtitles). I went to see it last night and its fantastic. Really showing insight into life in 1970s Glasgow down in the rougher parts of the South side. It's the story of how a clever boy grows up in a family with a bad reputation and slowly conforms to how society thinks he should be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dante Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 I love this crazy film. It starts off as normal boring killer movie then turns into something else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamishmash Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 I loved I Love You Phillip Morris and A Town Called Panic (Better animated film than Toy Story 3, better than all the other nominations for Best Animated Film = me very grumpy) from last year. As for favourites, I love Eternal Sunshine and The Science of Sleep. Big Gondry fan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drahkon Posted February 1, 2011 Author Share Posted February 1, 2011 SECRET WINDOW Seen it. It's not bad. Nothing spectacular though. Anyone who likes Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind should check out The Science of Sleep, also by Michel Gondry Sounds good. Will look into that. I loved I Love You Phillip Morris Isn't that with Jim Carrey? I effing love Jim Carrey, so it's probably a must see for me. Moon was amazing. Indeed, it was. One of the best movies I've seen. Ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paj! Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 I Love You Philip Morris is actually a brill suggestion - it's very hard to classify and has that "This is out of the mainstream" feel, whilst still having the hollywood sheen that is always appealing. I just finished watching Lost Highway for the first time (better than I expected from the first half). I'm too scared to comment since I actually have no idea what went on. It may be a Mulholland Drive job, several repeat viewings. It has a fantastic poster though: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan_Dare Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 I've always felt that trying to work out what happens in a Lynch movie is kind of a fools errand and probably a bit besides the point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paj! Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Well not "what happens", but more what he was trying to get across/the symbols etc. This was a lot more obtuse than Mulholland Drive, with an unforgiveable pace. I like the fact his films encourage exploration aftert the fact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Peeps Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Just to agree with the OP, Moon is a fantastic film and should be watched by all. And to add my own... Across The Universe is brilliant if you're a Beatles fan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayseven Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 How about "cult classics" for a title? Alternative Cinema? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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