Meme Machine Memorial Thread of Things You Saw on Reddit

[The Fake Shemp]

She has a man jaw

[Phoenix Dark]

means she gives killer blowjobs

[Raban]

... It's not real.

Fuck, I'm an idiot.

What is with Olivia Wilde and Funny or Die? Basically in general. She tends to appear in awesome thing that are a little geek / humor related.

I just looked this up. What is with celebrities being in Funny or Die videos? When teh fock did this happen?

It's cool, but it's weird seeing actors you normally only see in films doing short movies and such.

What the fuck
[youtube=560,345][/youtube]

[Philip Cardgage]

Its Will Ferrel's site.

[Raban]

Its Will Ferrel's site.

Damn, I am late to this shit.

[Philip Cardgage]

Look up the Gi Joe video, has everyone in it, even Lidell.

[Raban]

Look up the Gi Joe video, has everyone in it, even Lidell.

Yeah that's what made me go "wtf". So many celebs in that video. Olivia Wilde as Baroness

[Philip Cardgage]

[youtube=560,345]zAfrBr5vbMU[/youtube]

[Raban]

[youtube=560,345]zAfrBr5vbMU[/youtube]

I miss Phil Hartman

[Philip Cardgage]

Or 0$ since everyone does it for free.

[Fresh Prince]

I doubt the crew works for free.

[The Fake Shemp]

I'm pretty sure the crew does work for free, most of the actors too. A lot of 'em are just favors called in, and the talent uses the publicity for minimum work. Crew could be pro guys, but are most likely film students or assistants and stuff.

[Robo]

means she gives killer blowjobs

Like a real man.

[Cindi Mayweather]

I doubt the crew works for free.

You kidding me? They sure as fuck do.

[Fresh Prince]

I'll trust you on that one Hollywood Willco

[The Fake Shemp]

Ferrell and McKay, the guys that run the company, are based out of Hollywood - meaning they have a wealth of wannabes at their disposal. The exposure, especially now that FunnyOrDie is on HBO, is probably worth working pro bono if you're not an A-List actor (sorry Olivia Wilde, you're not).

Most of those guys are folks that have traveled in Ferrell and McKay's social circle over the years, so it's kind of a friendly thing.

While it's cool that these folks slum it for the Internet, the downside is that it makes an already skeptical industry even more hardened in its belief that the Internet is for kids and small little YouTube videos like the ones on FunnyOrDie.

[Madrun Badrun]

from amazon

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I clicked on that link about the Jesus action figure in this thread from like two weeks ago!

[The Fake Shemp]

I got the same e-mail.

[Madrun Badrun]

[The Fake Shemp]

FYI, my blog post for the day, for those that don't use the twitter or the facebooks.

[Cindi Mayweather]

I saw the blog post via facebook and couldn't agree more.

Why do movies like T2 and Jurassic Park look and feel more creative than what's out there today?

I'm okay with computer animation, shit, animation has been my passion most of my life. But because we have such amazing tech now doesn't mean we should overuse it.

[The Fake Shemp]

Again, I point to the fact that an entire generation of filmmakers simply doesn't know better.

Mike's Film Flunkie post hit the nail on the head: we're so predisposed to CG, that coming up with a practical solution doesn't even cross your mind as a result. It's sad, really.

And like I said, that apprenticeship that used to pass down the practical stuff is dying. It doesn't exist anymore.

[brawndolicious]

Maybe because the directors were more hands-on back when models were used?  It doesn't seem like there's a lot a director could do with CGI beyond vizzing it and trying to motivate an actor in a golfball suit.

[The Fake Shemp]

What is interesting that guys that do know better - like Spielberg - have also thrown away practical effects for computer generated laziness. Remember the opening to the last Indy flick, with the CG prairie dogs? Really, Spielberg?

I don't know whether it's in their old age, these guys don't feel like doing the right thing anymore because it's easier to let computer monkeys do it or if they've forgotten stuff or what.

I think that's what upsets me more than someone like Zach Snyder's age using CG. I don't expect them to know better. But Spielberg? Really?

[Cindi Mayweather]

I agree with that assessment. Doesn't make it any less disappointing, though.

[The Fake Shemp]

Maybe because the directors were more hands-on back when models were used?  It doesn't seem like there's a lot a director could do with CGI beyond vizzing it and trying to motivate an actor in a golfball suit.

I'm not just talking about models, but everything. Earlier directors would use mirrors and all kinds of neat tricks to create optical illusions. Look at that trick that Craven's crew used for Nightmare. Or the fishing rod trick Ridley Scott used in Legend (as per the Film Flunkie blog post).

I mean, even outside of CG characters, using practical effects is almost taboo. What kind of crazy world are we living in?

[Cindi Mayweather]

What is interesting that guys that do know better - like Spielberg - have also thrown away practical effects for computer generated laziness. Remember the opening to the last Indy flick, with the CG prairie dogs? Really, Spielberg?

I don't know whether it's in their old age, these guys don't feel like doing the right thing anymore because it's easier to let computer monkeys do it or if they've forgotten stuff or what.

I think that's what upsets me more than someone like Zach Snyder's age using CG. I don't expect them to know better. But Spielberg? Really?

I think guys like Spielberg are just amazed by it. Like, in many of classes my professors were from the oldschool days where they'd actually manually edit with film, scissors and an assortment of accessories. They take pride in this more hands on model with film making and art in general, but they also love the convenience of modern technology. They love it.

I wouldn't be surprised if filmmakers like Spielberg, like Lucas, are just absolutely entranced by this (fairly) recent technology that has taken over Hollywood. They should probably know better, but the temptation is too high and they find it too fascinating to ignore.

At least, that's my thoughts on it, after seeing how my professors act towards new technology.

[The Fake Shemp]

This just illustrates my point, though. Ugh.

... I didn't even screencap the part where he comes down through the side of the wall. It's awful. The physics of it all is all completely off, like the wall is made of sand or something. I hate it.

[Cindi Mayweather]

The original is so so so amazing.

Tell me what they did with the part where Johnny Depp's pool of blood blazes towards the ceiling. That's my favorite part and I wonder how they fucked it up.

[Herr Mafflard]

And also Legend is a good film. Well, it's okay. Sigh, well it was okay back then    

That Film Flunkie blog post made me buy its dvd again through amazon

I'm so weak  

[The Fake Shemp]

The original is so so so amazing.

Tell me what they did with the part where Johnny Depp's pool of blood blazes towards the ceiling. That's my favorite part and I wonder how they fucked it up.

I just screencapped from the trailer - I don't have a screener or anything, yet. In fact, I might actually pay to go see it if it's rated-R, but that's where I draw the line.

[Cindi Mayweather]

It's not out yet? I'm so indifferent towards that movie I'm not even paying attention to its release schedule

[The Fake Shemp]

It's out next month. Still no rating, and lots of rumors that it'll be PG-13.

I'm pretty turned off by the abundant CG, but I got to say, I've love what I have seen from Jackie Earle Haley thus far.

[brawndolicious]

Maybe because the directors were more hands-on back when models were used?  It doesn't seem like there's a lot a director could do with CGI beyond vizzing it and trying to motivate an actor in a golfball suit.

I'm not just talking about models, but everything. Earlier directors would use mirrors and all kinds of neat tricks to create optical illusions. Look at that trick that Craven's crew used for Nightmare. Or the fishing rod trick Ridley Scott used in Legend (as per the Film Flunkie blog post).
I mean, even outside of CG characters, using practical effects is almost taboo. What kind of crazy world are we living in?

It might not even be in their control.  Working with real physical  materials can have a lot of unforeseen problems as far as keeping a continuous shot and making the sfx quality consistent.  Probably the best way to keep up the illusion is with a hybrid (eg: Children of Men) of real world and CGI.  To go entirely with "unnecessary" CGI is probably beneficial for the director in that it takes them less time to do it and it needs less micromanagement, I'm guessing.

[Cindi Mayweather]

I may see it anyways, I don't give a fuck.

[CajoleJuice]

[youtube=560,345][/youtube]

[Joe Molotov]

It's out next month. Still no rating, and lots of rumors that it'll be PG-13.

I'm pretty turned off by the abundant CG, but I got to say, I've love what I have seen from Jackie Earle Haley thus far.

If PG-13, nuke from orbit. A proper blood-flood alone should be worth an R rating.

[The Fake Shemp]

It might not even be in their control.  Working with real physical  materials can have a lot of unforeseen problems as far as keeping a continuous shot and making the sfx quality consistent.

Bull. You might find this difficult to believe, but the films were using practical effects prior to CG - for decades! And we're not talking about set design; I think everyone is in favor of green screen instead of matte paintings or low-budget sound stages. Most of the optical illusions and effects we are talking about in this very thread didn't involve toxic chemicals or took a lot time to setup or execute.

It's simply a matter of that filmmakers have no sense of creative problem solving thanks to post-production tools, and that most didn't learn the "tricks of the trade" via an apprenticeship - those don't really exist anymore. I mean, where is the Roger Corman of today?

Probably the best way to keep up the illusion is with a hybrid (eg: Children of Men) of real world and CGI.  To go entirely with "unnecessary" CGI is probably beneficial for the director in that it takes them less time to do it and it needs less micromanagement, I'm guessing.

I don't think anyone is for abolishing CG workstations, but if they're not needed - they shouldn't be used. This is Christopher Nolan's philosophy, and it's worked well for him, I think! Also, the micromanaging is the producer's job, not the director's. And a producer's job IS to micromanage, so that shouldn't even be an issue.

[The Fake Shemp]

Also, I just wanted to dissect this shot again:



Look, even discounting the practical versus digital argument (and that the new effect looks like garbage), just look at how the original shot is framed versus the remake. Yes, you can make the case that the overhead shot is technically more ambitious, but which shot arguably has better lighting and works better to evoke a sense of fear or dread from the audience?

Assuming that both are static shots, I think you have to say the original by a country mile.

[Herr Mafflard]

I didn't even realise the second shot was supposed to be Freddie's cast looming over the person until I compared the two shots.

I couldn't make it out, it looks like a bunch of sand dicks protruding from the wall. That's not scary. Sexy, maybe. But not scary.

[Barry Egan]

[youtube=560,345][/youtube]

fuck
 

[Van Cruncheon]

probably their best one yet

[The Fake Shemp]

Hey, I eat Kashi bars!

[Raban]

Saw this on NG and thought the numerous Breaking Bad fans here would enjoy it.

Super Breaking Bad 2 Turbo!

[Great Rumbler]

I don't think anyone is for abolishing CG workstations, but if they're not needed - they shouldn't be used. This is Christopher Nolan's philosophy, and it's worked well for him, I think!

That's Ridley Scott's basic philosophy as well. If you can do it with practical effects, then do it with practical effects. I think he credited the philosophy to something Douglas Trumbull told him.

[BlueTsunami]

Not as big as Ridley Scott but Darren Aronofsky seems to be working under that philosophy (maybe a little bit to ruin) but still.

[drew]

I just don't get it. HOW CAN YOU NOT LIKE ANIMALS. Do you have to be like, the least happy person on Earth?

it basically boils down to people trying to be oh so urban, so much so that it hurts (literally, because they are wearing womens jeans)

[Joe Molotov]

I don't think anyone is for abolishing CG workstations, but if they're not needed - they shouldn't be used. This is Christopher Nolan's philosophy, and it's worked well for him, I think!

That's Ridley Scott's basic philosophy as well. If you can do it with practical effects, then do it with practical effects. I think he credited the philosophy to something Douglas Trumbull told him.

Douglas Trumbull is awesome. His work on 2001 and Blade Runner was money.

[Diunx]

I got the same e-mail.

I got it too

[Barry Egan]

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=20440112&postcount=160

I give Cameron free pass for making loud mouth comments. I also give Woody Allen free pass to fuck little girl because the movies he made in the 90s. (Don't bother to argue with me, I am not going to change my mind.)

A poster on the internet literally adheres to most common joke example of Artistic Offsets Principle.

[Great Rumbler]

I don't think anyone is for abolishing CG workstations, but if they're not needed - they shouldn't be used. This is Christopher Nolan's philosophy, and it's worked well for him, I think!

That's Ridley Scott's basic philosophy as well. If you can do it with practical effects, then do it with practical effects. I think he credited the philosophy to something Douglas Trumbull told him.

Douglas Trumbull is awesome. His work on 2001 and Blade Runner was money.

Silent Running
Star Trek: The Motion Picture
Close Encounters

It's a shame he hasn't done anything of note in ages.

[etiolate]

glen beck's response

Well, this afternoon Beck bit back. “The following segment is a Fox television first — it’s Fox News 3-D,” he said, whipping on a pair of cardboard 3-D glasses. “Yes, James, I am guilty. I did call James Cameron the anti-Christ. But only because of the Celine Dion song. Horrific. Really. But the best part is, this guy has carried this joke around for three long years. This guy is making a billion dollars on a Smurf-murdering movie and he’s stewing about a joke that nobody heard on a network nobody watched! It’s time to walk away from the CGI, Jim. Just for a minute. I don’t think he’s just upset with me, though. He’s also upset with you too,” Beck went on, nodding into the camera, at his show’s viewers. “Because you’re a global warming denier.”

[EmCeeGrammar]

I'm of the belief that cg will one day get good enough to not look out of place.  And when we get there no person with better things to think about is going to mourn the loss of creative problem solving in cinematography.  Leave that to hobbyists who aren't try to make a profit.

[The Fake Shemp]

We'll also have virtual reality and flying cars one day too. Thanks for your input.

[Cindi Mayweather]

I'm of the belief that cg will one day get good enough to not look out of place.  And when we get there no person with better things to think about is going to mourn the loss of creative problem solving in cinematography.  Leave that to hobbyists who aren't try to make a profit.

lol

[Cindi Mayweather]

glen beck's response

Well, this afternoon Beck bit back. “The following segment is a Fox television first — it’s Fox News 3-D,” he said, whipping on a pair of cardboard 3-D glasses. “Yes, James, I am guilty. I did call James Cameron the anti-Christ. But only because of the Celine Dion song. Horrific. Really. But the best part is, this guy has carried this joke around for three long years. This guy is making a billion dollars on a Smurf-murdering movie and he’s stewing about a joke that nobody heard on a network nobody watched! It’s time to walk away from the CGI, Jim. Just for a minute. I don’t think he’s just upset with me, though. He’s also upset with you too,” Beck went on, nodding into the camera, at his show’s viewers. “Because you’re a global warming denier.”

[Ichirou]

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/03/24/jennifer-love-hewitt-show_n_510817.html

Nice legs, nom nom nom nom nom

[The Fake Shemp]

Would you still hit it, Ichirou? You know Carson Daly and Jamie Kennedy wrecked that shit.

[Ichirou]

Would you still hit it, Ichirou? You know Carson Daly and Jamie Kennedy wrecked that shit.

And she just got dumped by Kennedy, which means she's getting desperate, which means my chances have gone up.

I would definitely wreck it.

[EmCeeGrammar]

We'll also have virtual reality and flying cars one day too. Thanks for your input.

Flying cars no, that's not practical. Virtual reality and competent cgi, sure its not unthinkable.