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  • Beantown
    #DoYourJob
    • Feb 2005
    • 31523

    #271
    re: James Cameron's "Avatar"

    Originally posted by TheLetterZ
    Oh, hey, just the guy I was looking for! I'd love to hear your thoughts on Taylor Swift's, Susan Boyle's, and Lady Gaga's new albums, which I'm sure you purchased given that they're three of the best-selling albums from 2009.
    I haven't purchased an album in probably 4 years.

    And no, can't say I've become a fan of any of those three, though Taylor Swift isn't that bad looking.

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    • TheLetterZ
      All Star
      • Jul 2002
      • 6752

      #272
      re: James Cameron's "Avatar"

      Originally posted by Longhorn
      I haven't purchased an album in probably 4 years.

      And no, can't say I've become a fan of any of those three, though Taylor Swift isn't that bad looking.
      But eleventy billion people have purchased their albums! And you don't want to? Gosh, you are so WEIRD!

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      • spankdatazz22
        All Star
        • May 2003
        • 6219

        #273
        re: James Cameron's "Avatar"

        Originally posted by TheLetterZ
        What's interesting about not wanting to see it?
        I was saying I find the reasons some people have given for not seeing or outright hating it is interesting. Not saying everyone will love the movie or even like it - we all have different tastes. But from what I've seen/read there's a set of people dead set on faulting the movie because they feel it's not original (not a lot of movies are nowadays), the CG is nothing special (perhaps, matter of opinion), or that 3D is too expensive (don't understand that one necessarily).

        If a person doesn't want to see it that's cool; I just find it interesting when I read user reviews and they give the movie a 1 out of 10 because the story isn't original, or they say the story was complete [expletive], etc. Like I said, my friend is refusing to see it in a theater and saying he'll wait for the dvd. But the reasons he gave seemed more like he was trying to find reasons not to see it in a theater, and I think some of that is backlash against people speaking so highly of the movie
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        • TheLetterZ
          All Star
          • Jul 2002
          • 6752

          #274
          re: James Cameron's "Avatar"

          You're right. For many people, it's cool to hate what's popular.

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          • MC Fatigue
            Banned
            • Feb 2006
            • 4150

            #275
            re: James Cameron's "Avatar"

            To me - this is one of those "just go see the damn movie" movies.

            I suspect when my kid is 16 she'll be asking "hey, did you ever see that movie Avatar?"

            I think it's one of those movies that people will remember and that the younger generation now will be looking back at when they're older.

            Whether you end up loving, liking, or hating the movie - I almost think it's a total shame that one should never see it in theater. I actually think it's a little sad.
            Last edited by MC Fatigue; 01-08-2010, 01:19 PM.

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            • Gibbz
              All Star
              • Aug 2005
              • 8240

              #276
              re: James Cameron's "Avatar"

              Originally posted by TheLetterZ
              But eleventy billion people have purchased their albums! And you don't want to? Gosh, you are so WEIRD!
              Lady Gaga puts out some hot tracks.

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              • Gibbz
                All Star
                • Aug 2005
                • 8240

                #277
                re: James Cameron's "Avatar"

                Originally posted by Seymour Scagnetti
                It's always the same, when a new movie comes out by a famous director everybody praises it as the best thing ever than a few months later opinions mysteriously change. (ie: complete crap like the Star Wars prequels, Raiders-Crystal Skull, Transformers 2)

                At least I explained why I didn't like it, most here seem to like it because it's in 3d and in Imax. Talk about shallow praise. Guess all the gushing about this movie will quickly disappear once Alice in Wonderland comes out and ends up looking better.
                Why do you care what movies people like or don't like? Worry about your own taste.

                Originally posted by TheLetterZ
                ...I'm not particularly interested in seeing this film.
                You haven't even seen the movie? So are you one of the guys who jumps on everyone who enjoys a popular film without seeing it yourself?

                Kind of like an arthouse film critic.
                Last edited by Gibbz; 01-08-2010, 01:53 PM.

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                • sportsdude
                  Be Massive
                  • Jul 2002
                  • 5001

                  #278
                  re: James Cameron's "Avatar"

                  I like to watch movies for different reasons. I like some because they've got great action, some because they're very funny, others because I like the story/plot or the way the film ended. Avatar may not be a revolutionary film in a lot of areas, and if that's your reason for not seeing it then that's fine. I didn't know what to expect when seeing it, and upon leaving I was legitimately sad. I was sad because it was over. I was so immersed in the world and what was going on I wanted to stay in it forever. That's entertainment, and that's one reason why I like seeing movies. I'll never confuse the story with something great or the writing/dialogue with anything revolutionary but in the end I liked it for what it was, instead of hating it for what it was not.

                  As I mentioned earlier in this thread I rarely go to the theater. I usually just watch movies on DVD when my friends buy or rent them. But I saw Avatar twice in the same week. I can't remember the last time I saw a movie twice in theaters in the same week, let alone twice ever.
                  Lux y Veritas

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                  • TheLetterZ
                    All Star
                    • Jul 2002
                    • 6752

                    #279
                    re: James Cameron's "Avatar"

                    Originally posted by ABrooks111
                    You haven't even seen the movie? So are you one of the guys who jumps on everyone who enjoys a popular film without seeing it yourself?

                    Kind of like an arthouse film critic.
                    The only person I've jumped on is Longhorn, and for reasons totally unrelated to the film.

                    Who have I jumped on for enjoying the movie?

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                    • Gibbz
                      All Star
                      • Aug 2005
                      • 8240

                      #280
                      re: James Cameron's "Avatar"

                      Originally posted by TheLetterZ
                      The only person I've jumped on is Longhorn, and for reasons totally unrelated to the film.

                      Who have I jumped on for enjoying the movie?
                      Alright, that's cool. I just hate when elitists jump down people's throats for liking anything popular.

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                      • TheLetterZ
                        All Star
                        • Jul 2002
                        • 6752

                        #281
                        re: James Cameron's "Avatar"

                        Those people suck.

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                        • spankdatazz22
                          All Star
                          • May 2003
                          • 6219

                          #282
                          re: James Cameron's "Avatar"

                          Originally posted by TheLetterZ
                          You're right. For many people, it's cool to hate what's popular.
                          That's a very good way to put it. It's like he was proud to say he's different, not a part of the herd so to speak
                          HBO's "The Wire" should rank as one of the top 10 shows EVER on tv - period

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                          • luv_mist
                            Older
                            • May 2004
                            • 9596

                            #283
                            re: James Cameron's "Avatar"

                            I have the option of watching it at a theater with 3D or at the IMax. Which would you guys recommend and why? I'm trying to find the perfect time to watch it with the wife. Think I'll go on Sunday afternoon.

                            For those who are offended by people who might not like the fact that this movie is making a lot of money regardless of the lack of plot, more movies with a lack of plot will get through because it looks pretty. I personally hate when video games have the potential but don't live up to what they could have been (Gears of War 2 comes to mind). Of course, I never will knock someone for their like or dislike of something. I love to hear the whole flow from all sides if possible and come to my own conclusion.

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                            • MC Fatigue
                              Banned
                              • Feb 2006
                              • 4150

                              #284
                              re: James Cameron's "Avatar"

                              Originally posted by luv_mist
                              I have the option of watching it at a theater with 3D or at the IMax. Which would you guys recommend and why? I'm trying to find the perfect time to watch it with the wife. Think I'll go on Sunday afternoon.
                              Is it in 3D at the IMax?

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                              • bkfount
                                All Star
                                • Oct 2004
                                • 8467

                                #285
                                re: James Cameron's "Avatar"

                                Originally posted by Seymour Scagnetti
                                Have you noticed anyone who attacked me. They don't offer constructive criticism on why I was wrong. Kinda tells you right there the merits of this movie are not the strongest besides the eye candy.
                                Because it's a movie, not global politics. No one should have to prove why someone is "wrong" in their opinion of a movie. You hate it, fine. Crying for a response sounds like trolling, and the long post you made comes off as the typical "I hate everything" guy that pops up in response to anything popular. You described your 3d experience to be nothing like I, anyone I know, or even the frenzied masses experienced. Sorry that it sucked for you, but maybe you're just in the small percentage of people that can't physically watch some 3D formats. Perhaps the theater sucked, as not all are created equal.

                                Yes, the story is derivative and "Pocahantas in space". It's a $250 million dollar blockbuster pushing new 3D technology, of course it wasn't going to make further financial risks with a complicated plot. All the closet movie critics that think they're smart for pointing out the plot seem to ignore how most Hollywood movies are actually distinguished by how simple stories are executed on screen and made compelling.

                                Cameron told the story in a very thorough, innovative, and brilliant alternative universe, with CGI that's second to none. There's enough fascinating details about Pandora to fill a 300+ page encyclopedia, and the movie left me with a desire to learn more about his universe.
                                Last edited by bkfount; 01-08-2010, 09:35 PM.

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