Author Topic: Go See Bond (Read 15673 times)

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #180 on:** December 10, 2006, 02:48:22 PM »

Needs another $100 million to surpass Die Another Day

The Fake Shemp · « **Reply #181 on:** December 10, 2006, 02:50:23 PM »

It's really not comparable to Die Another Day, it's more comparable to GoldenEye, since its a reboot w/ a new Bond.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #182 on:** December 10, 2006, 02:53:56 PM »

It's close to surpassing GoldenEye

Garnet · « **Reply #183 on:** December 10, 2006, 03:29:13 PM »

saw Bond. Impressd. He is such a good Bond. Very very polite. Did NOT like him saying "I Love you" to the ugly girl thought. Not cool. I think this new bond will do well.

Cheebs · « **Reply #184 on:** December 10, 2006, 03:48:23 PM »

It will surpass die another day worldwide and be #2 to Die Another Day in USA. But Bond is one of the few franchises where world wide totals are more imporant than domestic.

There is almost no way worldwide it wont be more than die another day. It is out-tracking DAD right now worldwide.

Solo · « **Reply #185 on:** December 11, 2006, 08:01:45 AM »

If there is any justice in this world, it will beat DAD domestically too. Which I think it will.

Cheebs · « **Reply #186 on:** December 11, 2006, 09:15:58 AM »

The drop-off's for Royale have been MUCH better than Die Another Day here. It has much better legs.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #187 on:** December 11, 2006, 11:18:52 AM »

For all the hype it got I would have expected more, at least in the US. The movie's preformance is actually reminding me of...King Kong in a sense. Although I'm sure none of you Bond fans would consider this a bomba; neither was Kong *flicks nose*

Cheebs · « **Reply #188 on:** December 11, 2006, 11:51:08 AM »

Quote from: Phoenix Dark on December 11, 2006, 11:18:52 AM

For all the hype it got I would have expected more, at least in the US. The movie's preformance is actually reminding me of...King Kong in a sense. Although I'm sure none of you Bond fans would consider this a bomba; neither was Kong *flicks nose*

The highest boxoffice results from the franchise is far from a bomb.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #189 on:** December 11, 2006, 11:55:04 AM »

Quote from: Cheebs on December 11, 2006, 11:51:08 AM

Quote from: Phoenix Dark on December 11, 2006, 11:18:52 AM
For all the hype it got I would have expected more, at least in the US. The movie's preformance is actually reminding me of...King Kong in a sense. Although I'm sure none of you Bond fans would consider this a bomba; neither was Kong *flicks nose*
The highest boxoffice results from the franchise is far from a bomb.

It's not a bomb I know but it's not the highest yet Jacob!

Cheebs · « **Reply #190 on:** December 11, 2006, 12:01:23 PM »

Quote from: Phoenix Dark on December 11, 2006, 11:55:04 AM

Quote from: Cheebs on December 11, 2006, 11:51:08 AM
Quote from: Phoenix Dark on December 11, 2006, 11:18:52 AM
For all the hype it got I would have expected more, at least in the US. The movie's preformance is actually reminding me of...King Kong in a sense. Although I'm sure none of you Bond fans would consider this a bomba; neither was Kong *flicks nose*
The highest boxoffice results from the franchise is far from a bomb.

It's not a bomb I know but it's not the highest yet Jacob!

It's only 55 million behind outdoing DAD worldwide. How it is tracking world wide currently shows almost no way where it wont break that barrier at all.

Solo · « **Reply #191 on:** December 11, 2006, 12:44:29 PM »

Quote from: Phoenix Dark on December 11, 2006, 11:18:52 AM

For all the hype it got I would have expected more, at least in the US. The movie's preformance is actually reminding me of...King Kong in a sense. Although I'm sure none of you Bond fans would consider this a bomba; neither was Kong *flicks nose*

Just look at the Bond box office history. They always do well, but they never have destroyed the domestic box office.

The Fake Shemp · « **Reply #192 on:** December 11, 2006, 01:06:13 PM »

King Kong was hyped by almost every major media outlet to sink Titanic; the amount of press it was generating was dwarfed only by its titular star. Casino Royale is a complete reboot with a new actor that initially caused quite a divide amongs fans (anyone remember the Clive Owen or bust rhetoric?). Not even remotely comparable.`

Solo · « **Reply #193 on:** December 11, 2006, 01:09:46 PM »

Exactly. That it will be the most successful Bond movie ever despite that is saying something.

Also, Daniel Craig has got to be loving this. After all the bashing he took, most of his haters have promptly turned around, dropped to their knees, and are kissing his ass. As they should be. I always like Craig. I definately wanted Owen more, but I still liked Craig, and after CR, I see they made the right choice. I honestly dont know if Owen has the presence for the role. Hes got the acting chops for sure. But Craig brings both, and in spades.

The Fake Shemp · « **Reply #194 on:** December 11, 2006, 01:11:57 PM »

I was skeptical, but I wasn't going to boycott a potential return to form because of blonde hair or his lack of boyish good looks. Afterwards, I think Craig is the best Bond in a long, long time.

Solo · « **Reply #195 on:** December 11, 2006, 01:16:25 PM »

If 22 and 23 are CR's equals, then I will have no problem in replacing Connery with Craig as my personal favorite Bond.

Van Cruncheon · « **Reply #196 on:** December 11, 2006, 01:16:58 PM »

Terrorstorm >>> Casino Royale

Solo · « **Reply #197 on:** December 12, 2006, 11:48:14 AM »

As I posted on GAF:

The Sun is reporting that Bond 22 will be based off Risico (Fleming short story) and directed again by Martin Campbell.

I would take this with a grain of salt though, because:
- it's way too early for them to have decided this
- from what I understand, The Sun is basically a rag
- there's not much to Risico, and a movie based on it would have to be fleshed out big time
- Campbell has said he doesnt want to do another big movie for a while

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #198 on:** December 12, 2006, 11:53:50 AM »

There are only 14 full fledged Bond books anyway correct?

Solo · « **Reply #199 on:** December 12, 2006, 11:55:21 AM »

Hang on, Ill run upstairs and count.

Solo · « **Reply #200 on:** December 12, 2006, 11:59:28 AM »

Ok:

Full length Bond:
1. Casino Royale
2. Live And Let Die
3. Moonraker
4. Diamonds Are Forever
5. From Russia With Love
6. Dr. No
7. Goldfinger
8. Thunderball
9. On Her Majesty's Secret Service
10. You Only Live Twice
11. The Man With The Golden Gun

Short stories:
1. For Your Eyes Only (Risico is from here, and was the main plot for the For Your Eyes Only movie, another reason why this rumor is garbage)
2. Octapussy

Full length, not written from Bond's perspective, and Bond only pops up as a tertiary character:
1. The Spy Who Loved Me

It should be noted that the only books to get FAITHFUL adaptations so far have been Casino Royale, From Russia With Love, Dr. No, Goldfinger, Thunderball, OHMSS, and Golden Gun. Faithful versions of Live And Let Die, Moonraker, and You Only Live Twice would rock.

Cheebs · « **Reply #201 on:** December 12, 2006, 01:39:55 PM »

Pussy Galore was a lesbian in the novel of goldfinger but not the movie though!

Solo · « **Reply #202 on:** December 12, 2006, 01:44:40 PM »

It was implied though. Her team of flying dykes, "you can turn of the charm, Im immune", etc.

The Miles Trahan Burger Experiment · « **Reply #203 on:** December 12, 2006, 01:55:41 PM »

Hey solo, did you hear? I think I'm in love with Miami Vice...

Solo · « **Reply #204 on:** December 12, 2006, 02:05:46 PM »

Last I heard you jumped off the Mann wagon and hated it. I enjoyed it despite its many flaws, and apparently the Director's Cut is MUCH better. I need to get the DVD soon.

The Miles Trahan Burger Experiment · « **Reply #205 on:** December 12, 2006, 02:09:41 PM »

Quote from: Solo on December 12, 2006, 02:05:46 PM

Last I heard you jumped off the Mann wagon and hated it. I enjoyed it despite its many flaws, and apparently the Director's Cut is MUCH better. I need to get the DVD soon.

Nah, after buying and rewatching the TC on DVD, I've DEFINITELY warmed to it. I may like it even more than Collateral now.

Solo · « **Reply #206 on:** December 12, 2006, 02:15:45 PM »

Wait... you didnt even buy the director's cut? And better than Collateral? Shame on you on both counts, Shakie! I liked the movie lots after my first viewing, and same after my second. But I still think Collateral shits all over it, and I want the DC of Miami Vice to put to the test!

BUT, Im glad you like it now. What exactly changed for you on the second viewing? If I recall, you REALLY didnt like it in theatres.

The Miles Trahan Burger Experiment · « **Reply #207 on:** December 12, 2006, 04:04:49 PM »

I never said I hated it when I saw it in theaters, but there were several factors working against the film at the time:

a. It didn't love up to the hype I'd imagined

b. I could barely understand a fuckin word (esp. in Gong Li's scenes, I still need subtitles for her)

c. The transfer looked straight ASS on my local cinema's projector

Yeah, its still no Collateral, on second thought, but then again I can see myself going back and rewatching Vice a lot more than Collateral. Hell, I've watched my Collateral DVD a total two times, and I've already sat through Vice on DVD four times. Its just alot easier to get yourself lost in, I suppose.

Plus, the non-HD transfer is still magnificent.

The Miles Trahan Burger Experiment · « **Reply #208 on:** December 12, 2006, 06:48:36 PM »

Oh, and about the DC: I had planned on picking it up, but from what I hear its a toss-up with the TC; not much is expanded on, some musical cues are changed, and the speedboat scene is tacked onto the beginning.

No offense to Mann, but I had more than enough of the Crockett/Gong Li scenes in the TC; unless the new scenes were expanded on the Crockett/Tubbs relationship (which I hear they don't), then no thanks. Plus, if there's one thing I absolutely LOVED about the film even the first time through, its the fact that the audience is dumped right into the club from the very beginning. After watching the new opening on YouTube, all I can say is no thanks -- the speedboats may look nice, but they add close to nothing to the film as a whole.

Solo · « **Reply #209 on:** December 13, 2006, 08:01:51 AM »

Im glad youre on the love side now Shakie. As for myself, when I get the DVD, I will get the DC, simply because I want the speedboat chase, and especially for using In The Air Tonight for the final shootout.

The Miles Trahan Burger Experiment · « **Reply #210 on:** December 13, 2006, 10:33:45 AM »

Quote from: Solo on December 13, 2006, 08:01:51 AM

Im glad youre on the love side now Shakie. As for myself, when I get the DVD, I will get the DC, simply because I want the speedboat chase, and especially for using In The Air Tonight for the final shootout.

If anything, buy the theatrical and rent the DC. I know you want to check those scenes out, but the speedboat chase is just a useless scene and the score used in the TC before the shootout is infitely better than that lame In the Air Tonight cover.

Solo · « **Reply #211 on:** December 13, 2006, 10:57:09 AM »

We shall see. That will be an on the spot decision whenever I buy the DVD (TC vs DC).

The Miles Trahan Burger Experiment · « **Reply #212 on:** December 13, 2006, 10:58:50 AM »

I might pick up the DC used later on down the line from the local Hollywood Video, in one of those "3 for $25" deals they have. I still need to pick up Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang from them as well.

Solo · « **Reply #213 on:** December 13, 2006, 11:00:36 AM »

I bought KKBB day one. That's just how I roll. Destined to be the first non-genre cult classic in years.

The Miles Trahan Burger Experiment · « **Reply #214 on:** December 13, 2006, 11:01:52 AM »

Quote from: Solo on December 13, 2006, 11:00:36 AM

I bought KKBB day one. That's just how I roll. Destined to be the first non-genre cult classic in years.

Non-genre? To me the film was a straight-up noir, only with definite touches of lightness thrown in for good measure.

Solo · « **Reply #215 on:** December 13, 2006, 11:02:53 AM »

Noir? Nah. It was a buddy-flick, just with dark humor. It was basically Self-Aware Lethal Weapon 2005. Which makes sense, given the writer/director.

The Miles Trahan Burger Experiment · « **Reply #216 on:** December 13, 2006, 11:04:48 AM »

Meh, some scenes definitely seemed noir to me.

spoiler (click to show/hide)

The scene where Harry kills the black thug in his apratment after the girl is murdered? Straight-up noir.

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Solo · « **Reply #217 on:** December 13, 2006, 11:07:56 AM »

I dunno about that. There may some darker undercurrents in the movie (especially in the bizarre "slap the old pedo around" bit at the end), but I still can't really classify it as anything but a buddy-flick.

A FUCKING HILARIOUS buddy-flick. "Eight? Who taught you math?"

The Miles Trahan Burger Experiment · « **Reply #218 on:** December 13, 2006, 11:09:33 AM »

"Look up idiot in the dictionary, you know what you'll find?!"

"Uh... a picture of me?"

"NO, the definition of the word IDIOT, which you fucking ARE!"

Solo · « **Reply #219 on:** December 13, 2006, 11:10:52 AM »

I also died during the "I peed on it" "Peed on what?" "The corpse" bit.

I am so popping the DVD in either tonight or tomorrow.

The Miles Trahan Burger Experiment · « **Reply #220 on:** December 13, 2006, 11:14:22 AM »

Quote from: Solo on December 13, 2006, 11:10:52 AM

I also died during the "I peed on it" "Peed on what?" "The corpse" bit.

I am so popping the DVD in either tonight or tomorrow.

I have it saved on my DVR, so the DVD isn't really a must for me right now -- if only they hadn't released such a barebones disc. :'(

Solo · « **Reply #221 on:** December 13, 2006, 11:17:05 AM »

It does the trick for me! Great transfer and sound mix makes up for a lack of extras. This is one of the best looking DVDs I own.

The Miles Trahan Burger Experiment · « **Reply #222 on:** December 13, 2006, 11:18:36 AM »

BTW, how many DVDs do you own?

Solo · « **Reply #223 on:** December 13, 2006, 11:19:57 AM »

500-600. Closer to 500. I have been buying for almost 8 years now.

The Miles Trahan Burger Experiment · « **Reply #224 on:** December 13, 2006, 11:21:09 AM »

Quote from: Solo on December 13, 2006, 11:19:57 AM

500-600. Closer to 500. I have been buying for almost 8 years now.

$:-\$ I thought my collection of about 100 was beefy.

Solo · « **Reply #225 on:** December 13, 2006, 11:23:33 AM »

Have you seen the threads at GAF about VALIS's DVD spending habits?

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Author Topic: Go See Bond (Read 15673 times)