I love how the page for a Dutch movie has an Asian poster :) It's really cute though!
The movie itself is great, a fantastically absurd psychological drama.
That is the best way I could describe it.
It's really just a great movie and like with almost all of Alex van Warmerdam's movies I can already tell this will become a favorite and a movie that I will re-watch many times.
It was alright. The story was okay, nothing to write home about and all the familiar beats, but not bad.
Spectacle wise it's some of the best in the genre. It kept the movie entertaining because the spectacle kept topping itself. Although I did notice the CGI does not always look very good.
A really good movie. Almost fantastic even, were it not for some flaws.
You'll learn allot about the main character and maybe even a little about yourself, which for me is a hallmark of a great movie.
The story does seem a little unfocused near the beginning, and not all the dialogue is that great. Although I do think some of that is on purpose.
A very good, and daring performance, from the main actress who should have gotten recognition for this movie.
The cinematography is also really good, it sets the mood and shows of the scenery. And all on what I imagine must have been a low budget.
At the end you'll feel that you've taken quite a journey.
It is very unfortunate that the print I saw was rather poorly preserved, it had dirt and scratches especially near the beginning, some slight discoloration too. And it is a real shame because it's still a beautiful looking movie and I can't wait until it gets a proper restoration treatment. (which might happen soon actually).
It kept me on the edge of my seat for the first 2/3’s of the movie.
The last act is also good but unfortunately the tension fizzles out prematurely.
Allot of scenes building up dread but never any pay-off.
And because of this the scenes also feel very disconnected. But still there is great suspense and great camerawork.
All of the actors are also solid and bring even minor characters vividly to life.
However this movie might be difficult for some English viewers because it is mostly spoken in a mix of interchanging Polish and English because that is kind of the “slang” that the characters talk in. And the English is pretty poor. Subtitles recommended. (It already had English subs for the Polish parts but I recommend watching it with subs also for the parts that are in English. Personally I didn’t have a problem with it but I thought I should put out a warning).
It has a strong atmosphere that feels similar to “The Shining” and fellow Polish director Andrei Zulawski’s “Possesion”.
It is really unfortunate that writer/director Marcin Wrona committed suicide right before the first screening of the movie because this movie shows allot of promise and talent.
I enjoyed it well enough. But somehow with Argento films I can't shake the impression that he doesn't really know what he's doing and that he is mostly just indulging in his own fantasies. This had a better story than Suspiria though. By no means a bad movie, in fact a really good movie. 8/10
A little disapointing. It didn't really have anything interesting to say about anything. The acting was good, the characters have potential but never really blossom into threedimensional characters. Still a decent story with good actors and very atmospheric through nice cinematography.
I like Bugs & Company just fine but if you ask me Looney Tunes/Merrie Melodies is over represented on this list. I mean 12 spots? Why not just 1? How is this list compiled anyway?
Neat concept but poor execution. It´s greatest flaw being that the film already goes up to eleven in the beginning with the Freddy stuff. Leaving little room for interpretation, second guesses, or building up suspense. However there are a couple of scenes that are kinda cool with the highlight being the scene
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Movie comment on Zert
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This movie is great. I am surprised it has no comments.Movie comment on How to Meet a Mermaid
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A brilliant, mesmerizing movie.Recommended for people that enjoy essay films, and documentaries with artistic vision.
Movie comment on Benny & Joon
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A cute and sweet movie about mental illness, but also surprisingly nuanced in it's own way.Movie comment on Drive
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I had consumed too many sugar products beforehand.Made it hard for me to get into the film at the beginning.
But obviously the acting, hypnotic cinematography and the soundtrack, drew me into it's little world.
A 7/10 for now. Probably an 8 or even 9 out of 10 on a re-watch, fantastic film.
Movie comment on Stridulum
mrpinbert
Trippy movie.The story lacks something to make it a "classic" but if you're looking for a fun movie, this is your choice.
Great soundtrack too.
Movie comment on Grand Piano
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A fun ride all the way through.It's a good marriage of all the elements that go into making a movie (writing, directing, acting, music etc).
It's not spectacular, but a fun and well made thriller.
Movie comment on Grimm
mrpinbert
Fantastic movie.Full of suspense and dreamlike sequences. But at the same time it manages to feel very grounded and real.
Movie comment on Kleine Teun
mrpinbert
I love how the page for a Dutch movie has an Asian poster :) It's really cute though!The movie itself is great, a fantastically absurd psychological drama.
That is the best way I could describe it.
It's really just a great movie and like with almost all of Alex van Warmerdam's movies I can already tell this will become a favorite and a movie that I will re-watch many times.
8/10
Movie comment on X-Men: Apocalypse
mrpinbert
It was alright. The story was okay, nothing to write home about and all the familiar beats, but not bad.Spectacle wise it's some of the best in the genre. It kept the movie entertaining because the spectacle kept topping itself. Although I did notice the CGI does not always look very good.
7.5/10
Movie comment on Aelita
mrpinbert
Not very good. There are several things in the story that don't make sense. The pacing is also really bad which makes for a boring experience.It did have some parts I enjoyed, and the design of mars is cool.
It could have been a great movie but unfortunately it never reaches it's full potential.
Movie comment on Van de koele meren des doods
mrpinbert
A really good movie. Almost fantastic even, were it not for some flaws.You'll learn allot about the main character and maybe even a little about yourself, which for me is a hallmark of a great movie.
The story does seem a little unfocused near the beginning, and not all the dialogue is that great. Although I do think some of that is on purpose.
A very good, and daring performance, from the main actress who should have gotten recognition for this movie.
The cinematography is also really good, it sets the mood and shows of the scenery. And all on what I imagine must have been a low budget.
At the end you'll feel that you've taken quite a journey.
It is very unfortunate that the print I saw was rather poorly preserved, it had dirt and scratches especially near the beginning, some slight discoloration too. And it is a real shame because it's still a beautiful looking movie and I can't wait until it gets a proper restoration treatment. (which might happen soon actually).
8/10 (might become a 9/10 on a re-watch).
Movie comment on Captain America: Civil War
mrpinbert
The fight between Iron Man and Captain could have been solved through some throwaway dialogue.Captain could just have explained that
It makes the final battle kinda lame, same problem with the fight between Batman and Superman.
Otherwise an entertaining but forgettable movie.
I would give it a 7/10.
Movie comment on Demon
mrpinbert
Overal a great horror movie.It kept me on the edge of my seat for the first 2/3’s of the movie.
The last act is also good but unfortunately the tension fizzles out prematurely.
Allot of scenes building up dread but never any pay-off.
And because of this the scenes also feel very disconnected. But still there is great suspense and great camerawork.
All of the actors are also solid and bring even minor characters vividly to life.
However this movie might be difficult for some English viewers because it is mostly spoken in a mix of interchanging Polish and English because that is kind of the “slang” that the characters talk in. And the English is pretty poor. Subtitles recommended. (It already had English subs for the Polish parts but I recommend watching it with subs also for the parts that are in English. Personally I didn’t have a problem with it but I thought I should put out a warning).
It has a strong atmosphere that feels similar to “The Shining” and fellow Polish director Andrei Zulawski’s “Possesion”.
It is really unfortunate that writer/director Marcin Wrona committed suicide right before the first screening of the movie because this movie shows allot of promise and talent.
8/10
Movie comment on En rade
mrpinbert
A beautiful and poetic movie. Want to watch it again to really take it all in.Movie comment on The Revenant
mrpinbert
It was really good but also too long and one note.Movie comment on Opera
mrpinbert
Surprisingly better than I expected, not that I thought any of the Argento films I have seen were bad perse.A fairly solid thriller with great visuals.
Movie comment on Profondo rosso
mrpinbert
I enjoyed it well enough. But somehow with Argento films I can't shake the impression that he doesn't really know what he's doing and that he is mostly just indulging in his own fantasies. This had a better story than Suspiria though. By no means a bad movie, in fact a really good movie. 8/10Movie comment on A History of Violence
mrpinbert
A little disapointing. It didn't really have anything interesting to say about anything. The acting was good, the characters have potential but never really blossom into threedimensional characters. Still a decent story with good actors and very atmospheric through nice cinematography.Movie comment on Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers
mrpinbert
One of the more fun Halloween sequels. Surprisingly enjoyable.Toplist comment on IMDb's Shorts Top 50
mrpinbert
I like Bugs & Company just fine but if you ask me Looney Tunes/Merrie Melodies is over represented on this list. I mean 12 spots? Why not just 1? How is this list compiled anyway?Toplist comment on IMDb's Documentary Top 50
mrpinbert
Concert films should be a separate category, very frustrating.Toplist comment on About Film: Recommended Movie-Themed Documentaries
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I have always wanted a list like this, thank you!Movie comment on Spawn
mrpinbert
It was okay as just a piece of dumb fun. Some of the political angle is surprisingly interesting.Movie comment on One Froggy Evening
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Not very remarkable or funny other than the now iconic song from the frog. 6/10Movie comment on Wes Craven's New Nightmare
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Neat concept but poor execution. It´s greatest flaw being that the film already goes up to eleven in the beginning with the Freddy stuff. Leaving little room for interpretation, second guesses, or building up suspense. However there are a couple of scenes that are kinda cool with the highlight being the sceneShowing items 1 – 25 of 40