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Ford vs. Ferrari
Sunday, November 17, 2019 2:04 AM
SHINYGOODGUY
Sunday, November 17, 2019 12:33 PM
AURAPTOR
America loves a winner!
Sunday, November 17, 2019 2:49 PM
6IXSTRINGJACK
Sunday, November 17, 2019 3:00 PM
BRENDA
Quote:Originally posted by SHINYGOODGUY: I think I owe it to fff.net members sensitive to male whiteness being properly represented in the "movies," to report that white males (and only white males) are present in this movie. Panties and tampons for this small group will be spared. Not to worry gentlemen, it's all good! And, for the rest of the movie-going public; ignore what I just said. F v. F is based on the true story of Ken Miles, a Brit race car driver, and Carroll Shelby, an American car designer. It is about race car driving, yes, but it's much more. It's about a friendship between two men, both striving for excellence in their field and the struggles that spring from pursuing that dream. It is an excellent story told expertly without incurring that boring sensation that oft accompanies a story of technical professional efforts. There is a strong woman in it, so ladies don't feel left out. Hollywood hasn't gone completely mental (like some of our more sensitive dolts here in Fireflyland). Seriously, Matt Damon and Christian Bale are two pros who deliver every time out (the script was concise and snappy in it's storytelling), although, at times, they pick a loser, not so in Ford v. Ferrari. They are great together and boy do they deliver the goods. It's Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, The Sting and Stir Crazy all rolled into one. Well, maybe I overdid it just a touch, but you get my meaning. The chemistry between these two is palpable. It is a good story with solid, if not, great performances. Once upon a time, I knew who Shelby was, the creative genius behind the Ford Mustang GT, the ultimate in muscle cars. But, frankly, I don't know anything about LeMans racing or Ken Miles. Well, after seeing this movie, I still don't know much, but I thoroughly enjoyed this movie. So, don't go into it thinking you need to know, they will tell you. You'll laugh, you'll grab the edge of your seat and white-knuckle it, you'll cheer and you'll shed a tear (for those of us who are human). 4 out of 5 stars. SGG
Sunday, November 17, 2019 3:27 PM
Quote:Originally posted by 6IXSTRINGJACK: Outside of soccer, I can't imagine a "sport" less interesting that Race Car Driving. Didn't Days of Thunder and Talladega Nights already say whatever needed to be said already? Do Right, Be Right. :)
Monday, November 18, 2019 4:19 AM
Quote:Originally posted by AURaptor: It wasn't made for me, but by all accounts I'm hearing, it's a solid movie.
Monday, November 18, 2019 4:20 AM
Quote:Originally posted by Brenda: Quote:Originally posted by SHINYGOODGUY: I think I owe it to fff.net members sensitive to male whiteness being properly represented in the "movies," to report that white males (and only white males) are present in this movie. Panties and tampons for this small group will be spared. Not to worry gentlemen, it's all good! And, for the rest of the movie-going public; ignore what I just said. F v. F is based on the true story of Ken Miles, a Brit race car driver, and Carroll Shelby, an American car designer. It is about race car driving, yes, but it's much more. It's about a friendship between two men, both striving for excellence in their field and the struggles that spring from pursuing that dream. It is an excellent story told expertly without incurring that boring sensation that oft accompanies a story of technical professional efforts. There is a strong woman in it, so ladies don't feel left out. Hollywood hasn't gone completely mental (like some of our more sensitive dolts here in Fireflyland). Seriously, Matt Damon and Christian Bale are two pros who deliver every time out (the script was concise and snappy in it's storytelling), although, at times, they pick a loser, not so in Ford v. Ferrari. They are great together and boy do they deliver the goods. It's Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, The Sting and Stir Crazy all rolled into one. Well, maybe I overdid it just a touch, but you get my meaning. The chemistry between these two is palpable. It is a good story with solid, if not, great performances. Once upon a time, I knew who Shelby was, the creative genius behind the Ford Mustang GT, the ultimate in muscle cars. But, frankly, I don't know anything about LeMans racing or Ken Miles. Well, after seeing this movie, I still don't know much, but I thoroughly enjoyed this movie. So, don't go into it thinking you need to know, they will tell you. You'll laugh, you'll grab the edge of your seat and white-knuckle it, you'll cheer and you'll shed a tear (for those of us who are human). 4 out of 5 stars. SGG It actually looks kinda interesting to me. But I will catch it on DVD from my local library.
Monday, November 18, 2019 4:30 AM
Monday, November 18, 2019 4:58 AM
Monday, November 18, 2019 8:17 AM
Quote:Originally posted by SHINYGOODGUY: Gee, I thought you guys would be sucking each others dicks over how wonderful it is to have "white men" as heroes. Will wonders never cease! Oh well, I'll chalk it up to an opportunity missed, .....at least according the alt-right, supreme beings. One day Hollywood will get it right; once Trump takes over as dick-tator. sgg
Monday, November 18, 2019 10:29 AM
Quote: Gee, I thought you guys would be sucking each others dicks over how wonderful it is to have "white men" as heroes.
Monday, November 18, 2019 11:43 AM
Quote:Originally posted by AURaptor: But I guess you have learned something. Those “white men“ aren’t as concerned about identity politics as you. A good story is a good story regardless . That’s why I enjoyed black panther, for example. It was a solid story. Spiderman into the spider verse. Also a good story that included a diverse cast of Spiderman. Spider woman. Spider robots… . Island of dogs? Animated, get also Set in Japan. I could go on & on.
Monday, November 18, 2019 1:28 PM
Quote:Originally posted by SHINYGOODGUY: It is very good Brenda, but by all means do wait for the DVD or stream. SGG Quote:Originally posted by Brenda: Quote:Originally posted by SHINYGOODGUY: I think I owe it to fff.net members sensitive to male whiteness being properly represented in the "movies," to report that white males (and only white males) are present in this movie. Panties and tampons for this small group will be spared. Not to worry gentlemen, it's all good! And, for the rest of the movie-going public; ignore what I just said. F v. F is based on the true story of Ken Miles, a Brit race car driver, and Carroll Shelby, an American car designer. It is about race car driving, yes, but it's much more. It's about a friendship between two men, both striving for excellence in their field and the struggles that spring from pursuing that dream. It is an excellent story told expertly without incurring that boring sensation that oft accompanies a story of technical professional efforts. There is a strong woman in it, so ladies don't feel left out. Hollywood hasn't gone completely mental (like some of our more sensitive dolts here in Fireflyland). Seriously, Matt Damon and Christian Bale are two pros who deliver every time out (the script was concise and snappy in it's storytelling), although, at times, they pick a loser, not so in Ford v. Ferrari. They are great together and boy do they deliver the goods. It's Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, The Sting and Stir Crazy all rolled into one. Well, maybe I overdid it just a touch, but you get my meaning. The chemistry between these two is palpable. It is a good story with solid, if not, great performances. Once upon a time, I knew who Shelby was, the creative genius behind the Ford Mustang GT, the ultimate in muscle cars. But, frankly, I don't know anything about LeMans racing or Ken Miles. Well, after seeing this movie, I still don't know much, but I thoroughly enjoyed this movie. So, don't go into it thinking you need to know, they will tell you. You'll laugh, you'll grab the edge of your seat and white-knuckle it, you'll cheer and you'll shed a tear (for those of us who are human). 4 out of 5 stars. SGG It actually looks kinda interesting to me. But I will catch it on DVD from my local library.
Tuesday, November 19, 2019 7:14 PM
JEWELSTAITEFAN
Tuesday, November 19, 2019 7:41 PM
Tuesday, November 19, 2019 8:16 PM
Quote:Originally posted by 6IXSTRINGJACK: Oh wow. *gasp* Still incredibly boring for a movie premise. Probably more so. Do Right, Be Right. :)
Tuesday, November 19, 2019 11:45 PM
Quote:Originally posted by JEWELSTAITEFAN: Quote:Originally posted by 6IXSTRINGJACK: Oh wow. *gasp* Still incredibly boring for a movie premise. Probably more so. Do Right, Be Right. :)Sounds like you despise all forward progress. Such as Space Exploration, as depicted in Science Fiction. Have you heard of Firefly or Serenity?
Wednesday, November 20, 2019 1:27 AM
Wednesday, November 20, 2019 3:04 PM
Quote:Originally posted by JEWELSTAITEFAN: Sounds like you despise all forward progress. Such as Space Exploration, as depicted in Science Fiction. Have you heard of Firefly or Serenity?
Wednesday, November 20, 2019 7:34 PM
Quote:Originally posted by 6IXSTRINGJACK: Quote:Originally posted by JEWELSTAITEFAN: Quote:Originally posted by 6IXSTRINGJACK: Oh wow. *gasp* Still incredibly boring for a movie premise. Probably more so. Do Right, Be Right. :)Sounds like you despise all forward progress. Such as Space Exploration, as depicted in Science Fiction. Have you heard of Firefly or Serenity?I don't care about a movie about cars = I despise all forward progress. Is your brain broken or something, or are you just looking for an argument over nothing. If it's the latter, I'll direct you toward the RWED where there's plenty of arguing over nothing. Do Right, Be Right. :)
Wednesday, November 20, 2019 9:28 PM
Thursday, November 21, 2019 2:47 AM
Quote:Originally posted by AURaptor: Quote:Originally posted by JEWELSTAITEFAN: Sounds like you despise all forward progress. Such as Space Exploration, as depicted in Science Fiction. Have you heard of Firefly or Serenity? Wait a minute, are you telling me there are space whores in Ford vs Ferrari ?
Thursday, November 21, 2019 2:49 AM
Quote:Originally posted by 6IXSTRINGJACK: Quote:Originally posted by JEWELSTAITEFAN: Quote:Originally posted by 6IXSTRINGJACK: Oh wow. *gasp* Still incredibly boring for a movie premise. Probably more so. Do Right, Be Right. :)Sounds like you despise all forward progress. Such as Space Exploration, as depicted in Science Fiction. Have you heard of Firefly or Serenity? I don't care about a movie about cars = I despise all forward progress. Is your brain broken or something, or are you just looking for an argument over nothing. If it's the latter, I'll direct you toward the RWED where there's plenty of arguing over nothing. Do Right, Be Right. :)
Thursday, November 21, 2019 3:03 AM
Quote:Originally posted by JEWELSTAITEFAN: Quote:Originally posted by 6IXSTRINGJACK: Quote:Originally posted by JEWELSTAITEFAN: Quote:Originally posted by 6IXSTRINGJACK: Oh wow. *gasp* Still incredibly boring for a movie premise. Probably more so. Do Right, Be Right. :)Sounds like you despise all forward progress. Such as Space Exploration, as depicted in Science Fiction. Have you heard of Firefly or Serenity?I don't care about a movie about cars = I despise all forward progress. Is your brain broken or something, or are you just looking for an argument over nothing. If it's the latter, I'll direct you toward the RWED where there's plenty of arguing over nothing. Do Right, Be Right. :)It doesn't sound like it is a movie abput cars. Perhaps about 2 guys. But also about engineering, the challenges of progressing. Just like that movie about critical engineering in a time crunch, Apollo 13 - it won some awards. And because of the interest in the engineering aspect, it spawned the follow up film, A Beautiful Mind - which also won some awards. But, clearly, all of this is beyond the likes of you.
Thursday, November 21, 2019 10:23 AM
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Friday, November 22, 2019 4:42 AM
Quote:Originally posted by AURaptor: Hey sgg, Have you stopped parting your hair on the wrong side? Good grief, lighten up Francis.
Friday, November 22, 2019 5:11 AM
Quote:Originally posted by AURaptor: Is it OK for me to admit this isn't my sort of movie, but I still may go see it anyways? TBH, I said the same for JOKER, and I had heard it was pretty good too, but man, 1 freaking BILLION dollars good ? I sure did like it more than I did END Game.
Friday, November 22, 2019 5:21 AM
Quote:Don't let anybody tell you what you can or cannot or should or should not see.
Quote:Originally posted by 6IXSTRINGJACK: Man... you go right on with your bad self. Don't let anybody tell you what you can or cannot or should or should not see. Do Right, Be Right. :)
Friday, November 22, 2019 7:55 AM
Friday, November 22, 2019 8:06 AM
Quote:Originally posted by SHINYGOODGUY: Exactly Six. Exactly my point, but I, for some inexplicable reason, overreacted. I lost sight of my principles regarding the cinema, and for that I apologize to the both of you. Rappy, that goes for you too. I'm a staunch believer that each person has a right to do as they please and not fall prey to bullies and malcontents when it comes to movie going and the like. But yes... Quote:Don't let anybody tell you what you can or cannot or should or should not see. SGG Quote:Originally posted by 6IXSTRINGJACK: Man... you go right on with your bad self. Don't let anybody tell you what you can or cannot or should or should not see. Do Right, Be Right. :)
Friday, November 22, 2019 8:19 AM
Quote:Originally posted by AURaptor: I've come to the point where I view people's opinions and even trailers are unreliable in what is shown on the big screen. My general approach to seeing a movie is simple. Here's a story, and this is how we've chosen to tell it to you. Now, you can say stuff like " But I don't like movies about car racing, or running drugs across the border, or 350 ft tall CG monsters fighting in the middle of major cities. " It's almost never JUST about those things, but how those stories are told, and what goes on in between the ' good ' parts. For me, buying a ticket is essentially me giving the movie a chance to impress me. I've liked movies I didn't think I would want to see and I've hated movies I eagerly looked forward to watching. For example, I like the group Queen, well enough. Even saw them in concert once. And I like the actor who plays Freddie Mercury, Rami Malek. But to pay $ and sit in a theatre to watch a 2 hour movie about him or the group? Not gonna do it. I'll watch when it comes on the small screen, but that's not what I pay for when I go to watch a movie.
Friday, November 22, 2019 3:55 PM
Quote:Originally posted by SHINYGOODGUY: Yeah, I guess I overstated my point. Truce!? SGG
Saturday, November 23, 2019 7:59 PM
Sunday, November 24, 2019 12:43 AM
Quote:Originally posted by AURaptor: Quote:Originally posted by SHINYGOODGUY: Yeah, I guess I overstated my point. Truce!? SGG Truce works for me. Especially here on matters of cinema and sci-fi stuff. As I've said a time or two before... I'm not bad. I'm just drawn that way
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Tuesday, November 26, 2019 4:37 AM
Quote:Originally posted by AURaptor: How was Mac and Me any more of a commercial for McDonald’s then ET was for Reese‘s pieces? I have to ask, because I sure as hell didn’t see it. I apologize for the direction this thread is gone too. Go see Ford versus Ferrari.
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