Ororo Munroe
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Oh that would be a little disappointing after Friday’s number. Guess we’ll have to see what the actual number is.
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So are there any reliable saturday numbers in here? I didn’t see anything pinned and I’m not trying to read through a thread of bad takes.
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3 minutes ago, WittyUsername said:
Joaquin Phoenix has always been a fairly outspoken advocate for social and humanitarian causes. That’s nothing new. It might not earn him the favor of Ricky Gervais fans, though...
Sure but in terms in that particular speech, not many white male actors would have the self awareness or humility to say what he said. There was also some nuance to it that made it more impressive. The fact that he likely annoyed the "SJW" crowd (many of whom loved Joker) was a bonus.
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On 2/3/2020 at 1:10 PM, MrGlass2 said:
Who would have thought that one day a comic book movie (a genre until then considered unworthy of genuine acclaim by film professionals) would win so many prestigious awards, and even sweep the Best Actor category on two continents? Phoenix using this platform to spread the good word is just one more reason for everyone to celebrate the unprecedented award run of Joker.
I'm late but I refuse to celebrate Joker in any way. That Phillips has been nominated for directing/writing awards is laughable. BUT I will admit that Joaquin's BAFTA speech was brilliant and made me soften to him as a person. I'm cool with him sweeping the best actor award this season.
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Best thing about this trailer (and poster) is how JDW is undoubtedly the star. Would have been easy (and the safe choice) to feature Pattinson more but he barely registers. Nolan giving me even more reason to stan.
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1 hour ago, TMP said:
Daredevil season 2 was pretty terrible too, but 2/3 of its run was good so it's fine. JJ was 2/3 bad.
Even if The Hand plot in season 2 wasn't good, the stuff with Punisher and the Matt/Elektra relationship made it the most interesting season for me. Bullseye was the best part of season 3 and it's shame we won't get to see more of him but overall, I thought Daredevil was pretty overrated. Luke Cage was my favorite of the Netflix shows, namely because of how many great women characters it gave us. It reminded me of Black Panther in that way and how none of the other shows/movies even came close. Luke Cage also gave us the best version of Danny Rand...it deserves praise for that alone.
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I haven't watched but that's a depressing thought.
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17 hours ago, Viktor Vilotijevic said:
Erivo is really good, but the film is really on Hallmark quality level. I'd say she's a lock for a nomination, which will be the film's only nomination. Honestly, I'd rather see her or Woodard being nominated than this nonsense over Lupita. Yes, it's a good role, but along with Peele, she is also very, very overrated. It's easy to dominate a poorly written film, which "Us" definitely is. It doesn't lack visuals, but screenplay... Same goes for "Harriet", except Erivo is a way more serious actress in a better role.
I'm not even a big Lupita fan but the fact that she isn't a lock for a nomination in the same way Phoenix is considered a lock is both telling and predictable. The same applies to why Cynthia now looks like the favorite for the token black nomination. The idea that Harriet is a better role or that Erivo is a way more serious actress is laughable to me. She's in an awards friendly movie and a familiar role, re: black actors and what voters are willing to reward. It's that simple.
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On 12/8/2019 at 9:57 PM, TMP said:
Somehow... someway... it did. Keep in mind, the Manhattan issue of Watchmen is my favorite comic issue of all time, so that might have painted my judgement, but this really was an emotional, poignant hour of television.
Haven't had the time to respond to this since I watched but just wanted to say we are in agreement on this being a poignant episode, the best of the season in that regard. I can't quite place it above episode 6 because Hooded Justice's origin really is that good but it's right up there as well.
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Did I miss this being posted? I thought Black Knight was her love interest? Was that fake news, or are they going for a triangle?? 🤔
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15 minutes ago, TMP said:
Didn't see it. I did, however, just see Watchmen episode 8. Holy shit, what an incredible hour of television. Better than every superhero film this year.
Will be watching before bed. No spoilers but does it top episodes 6 and 7 for you?
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6 hours ago, SpiderByte said:
For a show that essentially requires you to have read the comic to understand anything about the plot the Watchmen show sure does fundamentally misunderstand a lot of the themes of the original comic. Particularly Veidt.
Lol What? Reading the comic gives you a greater understanding of the plot but no, it's not required reading. And I fail to see what it fundamentally misunderstands about the comic. On the contrary, this show is rather faithful to the themes of comic while elevating and expanding on it in such a way that Alan Moore himself would likely appreciate.
Re: the trailer discussion, that WW trailer is very underwhelming imo. Every trailer from the first movie is better than this one. Wasn't all that impressed with the BW trailer either. Mulan and Bond are the best of the bunch.
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Trailer looks good to me. Lashana appears to be a standout. Excited to see it just for her.
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On 11/26/2019 at 9:36 AM, MrGlass2 said:
Well Leftovers had great reviews too, but it had awful ratings during its entire short run - and won 0 Emmy. You seemed confused about Warner's decision but the explanation is simple: Berlanti has made literally billions of dollars for them over the years.
Berlanti and his shows are the epitome of mediocrity (at best). Sure he's successful but it's not as if the standards are high, whether we're talking quality or ratings.
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Came here to say Watchmen just delivered the best episode of any comic book show ever and one of the best episodes of any tv show ever. Ain't no way the Emmys could snub such brilliance.
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Well at least WB seems to have learned from handing the keys over to Snyder. The idea of Phillips having access to every DC villain is a scary thought.
Re: this new film, I wonder which Scorsese film Phillips will "pay homage" to next? 🤔
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30 minutes ago, Napoleon said:
Civil War was a Captain America v Iron Man movie, with almost all the Avengers in it as well. It made less than Iron Man 3.
It still made over a billion. Wasn't that the point about BvS...that it failed to do so?
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I actually do want to see Snyder's cut just for the Barry/Iris scenes that were completly cut from JL. Plus, it would be rather amusing to see the very same fans who've been campaigning for this predictably whining about the inevitable criticisms and mocking from Snyder "haters." They want it out there so they should be able to take the bad with the good but I very much doubt that.
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Well I can't claim that this guy was high on my list but he looks the part, has cute dimples and a pretty good singing voice. I'll give him a chance.
I noticed that he's a lead on a series called World on Fire, which has actually been on my watchlist for a few weeks now. More reason to watch now, I'd say.
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Well I can't say I'm all that surprised that this didn't open to bigger numbers, as it just didn't look particularly interesting to me. Seems Feig and company were at least partially banking on Clarke's GoT popularity and Golding's CRA buzz but the latter was the least interesting part of CRA imo and the former's popularity is much more a result of the character she played than anything else. I do think Emilia shines more in this type of role so I don't doubt that she still manages to be charming enough.
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2 hours ago, Valonqar said:
of course not so this is a dumb ass comment (the full quote is even more self-absorbed) . Just plain stupid race baiting without any foundation. Loser. I bet he's butthurt that Phoenix is getting awards buzz. hey, all he had to do was give a good performance, it's not that hard. Sleepwalking didn't take him anywhere.
What people miss about Feige article is that he's campaigning hard for EG so it's gonna be interesting to see whether Joker or EG (or both or nom) make the blockbuster spot(s) in Best Picture. Eg has a shot with SAG Ensemble and both have a shot with PGA. I don't think RDJ will happen though SAG might throw him a bone (they tend to nominate and award actors that don't make it - Blunt last year). They also nominated bardem in Skyfall.
Lol at race baiting. You sound rather butthurt yourself.
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On 11/4/2019 at 7:46 PM, filmlover said:
Green Book ended up winning Best Picture just last year despite multiple controversies. If Erivo misses, it won't be because of controversy. I hadn't even heard of any controversy until it came up in this thread.
FWIW I saw it over the weekend and think she will be. She's really good in it, people are liking the movie (with that A+ CS), and she has a really good studio (Focus) behind her.
Yes Green Book winning despite its trash narrative is all the evidence we need that even worse movies like Harriet have a chance at the Oscars. No one ever suggested otherwise.
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On 11/6/2019 at 6:55 PM, dudalb said:
Armond White just panned the film.
Not surprised; after all a Afro American Critic panning this film is sort of the ultimate contrarian shtick.
And that is now employed by a right wing website has a little to do with this too.
No it isn't, as there are other black critics who didn't like the movie and plenty of other black folks who don't even want to see it. Armond certainly enjoys being a contrarian but panning this movie is hardly proof of that.
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3 hours ago, Napoleon said:
Box office data for the last Superman movies show audiences want more grounded and mature storytelling for the character. Even Shazam which is a Superman lookalike had a dismal box office total for a comic book movie because the studio went for a childish tone. It's clear that's not the tone that will put butts in seats for a Superman movie, yet people still ignore the numbers and push this unrealistic narrative that Superman movies should be dumb.
This is ridiculous. If audiences wanted Snyder's version of the character, why have we yet to see another Superman movie? Fact is, MoS did not live up to its potential because imo the movie was a bore, lacking any real personality or charisma from the lead. And I don't blame Cavill at all, as he's shown that he can be quite charismatic. The problem is Snyder and his failed attempt at being dark and serious.
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C’MON BARBIE LET'S GO PARTY...AT LOS ALAMOS | BARBENHEIMER WEEKEND THREAD | We’re Thriving in our Plastic Fantastic Era | Mother Mothered with 162M | Daddy Exploded with 82.4M
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200M OW for Barbie? Where is that coming from? Lol 170M seems like a more realistic high for it. I was thinking more like 150-160M with that preview number? I've only just read the last few pages btw.