The MacGuffins are extremely happy to select, with their third team selection and 75th overall pick, for entry in the Best Picture category:
One Flew Over The ####oo's Nest
I can't take it no more. I gotta get outta here.
I can't. I just can't.
It's easier than you think, Chief.
For you, maybe. You're a lot bigger than me.
Like Getbak mentioned about his pick, this is one I considered taking in the second round almost 50 selections ago, and am absolutely ecstatic about adding to my team. For those of you making note of some classic films that need to go on your "must-see" queue, I humbly suggest bumping OFOTCN to the top of your list. It's at once a triumphant expression of the human condition, a heartwarming comedy, a scathing indictment of the institutionalization of societal outcasts, and a moving tragedy. In 1975 it became only the second (and currently, only the third) film to sweep the 5 major Academy Awards, and to this day has maintained its reputation as both a fantastic technical work and a genuine crowd-pleaser that doesn't seem to grow tired as the years go by.
Based on a novel by Ken Kesey, OFOTCN draws much of its strength from one of the best adapted screenplays to ever hit the screen. With profound statements about rehabilitation, institutionalization, mental illness, the justice system, and authority, it conveys a social significance that almost never fails to engage. Director Milos Forman's work is impressive also. Never drawing attention to the editing, his camera work allows for maximum character development and adds significantly to some of the more powerful scenes with its subtle precision. He drew attention during the film shoot for using some unconventional techniques- shooting (almost) the enitre film in sequence, filming scenes without using the traditional "action!" and "cut!" queues for the actors, and by encouraging the actors to get in character by shooting on location and involving real patients.
The result is some of the finest acting I've ever seen by a tremendous ensemble cast. Much has been said about the performances of Jack Nicholson and Louise Fletcher in this film, so I won't get into that too much, other than to say they are both excellent in the highest order. Fletcher's Nurse Ratched has become a symbol of militaristic and oppressive authority, but there is much more to her character than a simple blanketing sterotype. And Jack is perfectly cast and hits the ball outta the park in this one with his delicate balancing act between rebel and prisoner, inspirational leader and fragile, broken man. But the rest of the cast shines as well- it is a real testament to the film as a whole that even the minor characters seem well-developed and integral to the story.
By the time then ending arrives, which is simply unforgettable and one of the most famous in the history of cinema, it's difficult not to be overwhelmed by this one. Like I said above, if you've glossed over this one at the movie store only to rent the current flavor of the week, do yourself a favor and watch this landmark film.
And for tips on props and when to use them, here's a quick refresher on some:
Water pistols (back row squirts them during rain scene)
Also to be noted:
It doesn't rain in the car.
Although personally I frown upon lists like this. There's only one first time, so it's best to know as little as possible. Jokes are not as funny when explained and expected. There's plenty of time to learn to "be it" after the first time.
Oh it's my turn? The 3rd pick for team Selfmade Heroes and I believe 70th overall shall be one of Stanley Kubrick's several masterpieces, The Shining, I guess it'll have to be in the Thriller / Horror category. Links and love letters later.
It's a great movie.. but I never found it all that scary. The book on the other hand.. that was terrifying.
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It's a great movie.. but I never found it all that scary. The book on the other hand.. that was terrifying.
I sort of liked the book, but the parts that very sort of scary were very different. Actually the whole movie is quite different from the book. In any case, I don't really get scared in movies or reading books, so what can I say. I love the movie and this is the most appropriate category.
It's also a movie which seriously should be seen in a theatre. It has such an intense atmosphere, a gripping soundtrack and amazingly clever visual details that it just don't work the same in a TV. For example the classic hallway scene... (out of the many classic scenes)
... (which look sort of silly when cut out from the movie) has this very clever little detail of an essentially blood red fire alarm on the lefthand wall. In a TV it doesn't really affect the scene much, but when in a theatre, it's actually kind of a sizable blood colored object in the "real" world, which is really freaky. You look and try to see blood, there's no blood... but you still see the color of blood. It's all in your head, and it isn't... Nicely done, mr. Kubrick.
I don't really know what to say about this movie. I just love it. So I guess I'll just post this BRILLIANT spoof trailer, for those who have seen the movie.
Although personally I frown upon lists like this. There's only one first time, so it's best to know as little as possible. Jokes are not as funny when explained and expected. There's plenty of time to learn to "be it" after the first time.
True - but some people don't like to be seen as virgins and like to get in the act right away.....either way, as long as they have fun and noone gets hurt that's all that matters.
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Hey Girlysports I PMed you my pick....but w/e I'm here no so no worries. Team Theatre Head's 3rd round pick will be in the action category. It took me a while to decide between the 1st and the 3rd movie but ultimately decided on the original. One of my personal favorites and I would say one of the best spy movies ever. I select The Bourne Identity.
Also featuring one of the best car chase scenes ever but unable to find it on youtube. If you havent seen these three movies I strongly recommend. Especially the 1st and 3rd. This has a rare sequel that lives up to the original in the 3rd movie
Hey Girlysports I PMed you my pick....but w/e I'm here no so no worries. Team Theatre Head's 3rd round pick will be in the action category. It took me a while to decide between the 1st and the 3rd movie but ultimately decided on the original. One of my personal favorites and I would say one of the best spy movies ever. I select The Bourne Identity.
I was curious to see which of this trilogy went first. I had all three on my longlist, and had a very hard time ranking between them. One of the most consistently good trilogies out there.
I was curious to see which of this trilogy went first. I had all three on my longlist, and had a very hard time ranking between them. One of the most consistently good trilogies out there.
Ya I was very between the first and third as you can see. I like the second but not as much. The first one was just such a breath of fresh air from cheesy spy movies (the Bonds of late 90's early 00's) and the third is such a great ending to the story with room left for more. The second I view as the middle child. You love it just as much as the other two...but its just kinda ...there
While everyone is waiting try this game. http://www.empireonline.com/features/posterletters/
You have to guess the movie by one letter from the movie picture and type it on the right side. I got about half.
Thank you! Still, it's early. I'm bound to blow this thing on artsy fanboy movies and weird foreign oddities before it's all said and done.
Kudos to you also for making me revisit "The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly," which I had only seen once previously as a little kid with my uncle in Oregon. Watched it the other night and loved every minute of it.
__________________ I am in love with Montana. For other states I have admiration, respect, recognition, even some affection, but with Montana it is love." - John Steinbeck
Thank you! Still, it's early. I'm bound to blow this thing on artsy fanboy movies and weird foreign oddities before it's all said and done.
Kudos to you also for making me revisit "The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly," which I had only seen once previously as a little kid with my uncle in Oregon. Watched it the other night and loved every minute of it.
To me, that's what this is all about! For instance, I have never seen Leon...actually never even heard of it. I'll be picking that one up soon.
I'm glad you enjoyed it. I love it as a story, a bit of vintage Eastwood and as a work of art.
__________________ I am in love with Montana. For other states I have admiration, respect, recognition, even some affection, but with Montana it is love." - John Steinbeck
While everyone is waiting try this game. http://www.empireonline.com/features/posterletters/
You have to guess the movie by one letter from the movie picture and type it on the right side. I got about half.
I managed 28. Some were really bugging me that I couldn't think of what they were.
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With the 79th Overall pick The All Or Nuttin team is proud to select in the "Thriller/Horror" category, an American 1995 Academy Award nominated crime film directed by David Fincher starring Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman, and Gwyneth Paltrow, a story that follows two detectives, jointly investigating a series of ritualistic murders inspired by the seven deadly sins, Se7en.
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With the #81 pick, Wrapped in Plastic selects "Fantasia" (1940) in the ANIMATION category. Links and goodies to follow.
With the first pick of the 4th round, #82 overall, Wrapped in Plastic selects "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" (2004) in the FANTASY category (per IMDB). Links and goodies to follow.
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