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Post by Animavore » Thu Dec 17, 2009 11:41 pm

Dammit. I just missed Avater on Movies 24 just now.

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Post by Gawdzilla Sama » Fri Dec 18, 2009 12:04 am

Animavore wrote:Dammit. I just missed Avater on Movies 24 just now.

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Post by GeneticJen » Fri Dec 18, 2009 8:01 am

Well, I saw Avatar and I was pretty much in awe the whole way through. People were crying, as you might expect, at sad moments in the film, but different groups of people in the cinema were also crying at parts that were just scenery. So glad I didn't see that in 2D. To be honest, 3D has been better for all the new 3D films I've seen (e.g. "Up") but it was still a novelty feature. Better than not having it, but I didn't imagine it would make that much of a difference. But Avatar, wow. I don't want to get it on DVD until I can get a 3D player at home. If you have the choice, go for 3D.

It is probably the most annoying film you could ever see if you have a good knowledge of evolutionary biology. That being said, I was blown away, people of all ages were enjoying it equally, and I think this could be the Star Wars for a new generation. Especially if there are sequels.

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2:35 PM today. :tup: (-6 UCT)
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Post by Drewish » Fri Dec 18, 2009 2:32 pm

I think I might see it, but a friend of mine just told me it's eco-terrorist propaganda. Is that true? I haven't looked into the plot (don't want to ruin it.) I just want a good action film with cool special effects, but it's a major turn off when movies get preachy. Should I avoid this film?
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Post by Gawdzilla Sama » Fri Dec 18, 2009 2:36 pm

andrewclunn wrote:I think I might see it, but a friend of mine just told me it's eco-terrorist propaganda. Is that true? I haven't looked into the plot (don't want to ruin it.) I just want a good action film with cool special effects, but it's a major turn off when movies get preachy. Should I avoid this film?
It's rated "Not Suitable for OGBs." You might want to stay home.
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Post by Drewish » Fri Dec 18, 2009 2:54 pm

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andrewclunn wrote:I think I might see it, but a friend of mine just told me it's eco-terrorist propaganda. Is that true? I haven't looked into the plot (don't want to ruin it.) I just want a good action film with cool special effects, but it's a major turn off when movies get preachy. Should I avoid this film?
It's rated "Not Suitable for OGBs." You might want to stay home.
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andrewclunn wrote:I think I might see it, but a friend of mine just told me it's eco-terrorist propaganda. Is that true? I haven't looked into the plot (don't want to ruin it.) I just want a good action film with cool special effects, but it's a major turn off when movies get preachy. Should I avoid this film?
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Post by Drewish » Fri Dec 18, 2009 3:09 pm

Gawdzilla wrote:
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andrewclunn wrote:I think I might see it, but a friend of mine just told me it's eco-terrorist propaganda. Is that true? I haven't looked into the plot (don't want to ruin it.) I just want a good action film with cool special effects, but it's a major turn off when movies get preachy. Should I avoid this film?
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Post by Animavore » Fri Dec 18, 2009 3:14 pm

Its only an action film. Just watch it for the laugh.
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Post by Gawdzilla Sama » Fri Dec 18, 2009 3:22 pm

Animavore wrote:Its only an action film. Just watch it for the laugh.
Really, how much outrage can you muster against blue people from Alpha Centauri?
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Post by Drewish » Fri Dec 18, 2009 3:26 pm

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Animavore wrote:Its only an action film. Just watch it for the laugh.
Really, how much outrage can you muster against blue people from Alpha Centauri?
No idea, I haven't seen it. Though I do admit that when I saw the remake of The Day the Earth Stood Still, I wanted to punch a Keanu Reeves in the face... but that's pretty much par for the course to be honest :ask:
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Post by Gawdzilla Sama » Fri Dec 18, 2009 3:28 pm

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Animavore wrote:Its only an action film. Just watch it for the laugh.
Really, how much outrage can you muster against blue people from Alpha Centauri?
No idea, I haven't seen it. Though I do admit that when I saw the remake of The Day the Earth Stood Still, I wanted to punch a Keanu Reeves in the face... but that's pretty much par for the course to be honest :ask:
There wasn't that much difference between the two, just different issues. Commies in the first one, "us" in the second one.
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Post by Drewish » Fri Dec 18, 2009 3:33 pm

I don't think you quite understand. I am concerned about the environment, and against military interventionism. But I'm a conservationist, not a preservationist. I have complete disdain for the preservationists. But I'm digressing and taking this topic into places it doesn't need to be. I'll go see the movie this weekend, and who knows. Maybe I'll be pleasantly surprised.
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Post by GeneticJen » Fri Dec 18, 2009 5:10 pm

Gawdzilla wrote:
Animavore wrote:Its only an action film. Just watch it for the laugh.
Really, how much outrage can you muster against blue people from Alpha Centauri?
You've misunderstood the premise of the film to the extent of thinking Jurassic Park is about dinosaurs making a theme park to display humans.
andrewclunn wrote:No idea, I haven't seen it. Though I do admit that when I saw the remake of The Day the Earth Stood Still, I wanted to punch a Keanu Reeves in the face... but that's pretty much par for the course to be honest :ask:
Avatar is for people who would like to punch humans in the face, rather than aliens.
Animavore wrote:Its only an action film. Just watch it for the laugh.
Exactly. It's just a fun action-adventure film. But I'd even suggest watching it just for the special effects alone.

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