Posted: 30 May 2005 at 8:04pm | IP Logged

it feels good to be apart of your Movie Club AC

The Films i am mostly looking forward two are

War Of the Worlds ( I think this could beat Star Wars in the Box Office)

King Kong  This is looking very good.

Fantastic Four not looking so Fantastic and Batman looking quite good two.

Posted: 30 May 2005 at 8:18pm | IP Logged

Fantastic Four

The choice of director for Fantastic Four didn't exactly inspire me but after watching the trailer, I have some faith in it. I know it'll be better than the 1994 F.F. movie.

What am I talking about, I hear you ask?

In the early 90s, a Fantastic Four movie was made. However, it was never meant to be released to the general public. To cut a long story short, it was filmed as part of a complicated licensing deal in order for the studio to retain the rights to the Fantastic Four.

I've seen it. It's faithful to the original F.F. comics. It's fun for it's time, despite an anti-climatic ending. But it's not spectacular and whilst the actors all did the best they could, it's probably a blessing in disguise that it was never released.

Batman Begins

I hope this film is good, I really do. I've always been a fan of Batman. By that, I'm talking about the original Batman, the one who worked alone, the one who struck fear into the hearts of criminals, the one who was slightly unhinged and waged a war against crime.

Michael Keaton was my favourite actor to play Batman. I believe the 1989 movie is underrated and it did a good job of returning Batman to his dark roots at a time when the campy 60s exploits of Adam West and Burt Ward were still fresh in people's minds. Batman Forever and Batman and Robin were decent films but not as good as the first two, directed by Tim Burton.

It'll be nice to see The Scarecrow and Ras Al Ghul in the movie. It would have been so easy for the producers to go with a name like The Joker or The Penguin but by going with two lesser known villains, we may be in for a treat. Plus, the film will have little CGI, which is a bonus in my book.

Is the superhero craze over? Has the bubble burst? I don't know.

At one time, you had to wait for superhero movies, back when DC Comics was king of the big screen. You had Superman (1978). Superman II (1980). Superman III (1983). Supergirl (1984). Superman IV (1987). Batman (1989). Batman Returns (1992). Batman Forever (1995). Batman & Robin (1997).

Back then, you had time to breathe and to anticipate films. Of course, DC has had little dominance since the 90s and Marvel is King of the Big Screen now. With each passing day, you hear about a new Marvel movie in production. But I guess as long as people see them, they'll continue making them. And as long as the scripts are good, I'll be watching them.

Other movies

With regards to movies, there's nothing I'm looking forward to much, apart from War of the Worlds. At first, I was a little dismayed that the movie would not be set in Victorian England, like the original H.G. Wells novel. However, giving it a contemporary setting may be interesting and with Spielberg directing, and Tom Cruise performing on-screen, it may be a good movie.

Posted: 30 May 2005 at 8:31pm | IP Logged

I have to disagree with you on calling these villains lesser known villains Ras Al Ghul is one of Batmans most popular villains and since making his Debut has become just as popular as The Joker.

This film will go back to the roots of Batman and go back to what made Batman so popular. It will be Gothic dark and have good acting and showcase the actors at there best.

Christoper Bale I think will prove to be the best choice for playing Batman Since Micheal Keaton who I think has been the fans favorite since he put on the mask and cowl.

Posted: 30 May 2005 at 8:43pm | IP Logged

When I said "lesser known" villains, I meant they were lesser known to the casual moviegoer or casual Bat-fan. Me and you know who Ras Al Ghul and Scarecrow are. But would the casual moviegoer know who they are? I don't know.

By the way, Ras Al Ghul is my favourite villain. Have you ever read Batman #332-335 (1981)? Those issues saw Batman take on Ras Al Ghul in an epic called "The Lazarus Affair". In my opinion, it may the best Bat-tale ever told.

Posted: 30 May 2005 at 8:48pm | IP Logged

Yes I seen those issues

And I remember in the Batman Animated Show Ras Al Ghul had some great episodes

Posted: 30 May 2005 at 8:54pm | IP Logged

true but i never classed him as a true villian. just a shame he's dead now.

Posted: 31 May 2005 at 5:33pm | IP Logged

So what dose anyone think of Sin City

I saw this movie and thought it was fantastic. It captured the books to perfection. it had the feel look and a fantastic cast that made this film just awesome. one of the best films of the years. Bruce Willis has one of his best performances in Sin City and his story is the most emotional. Micky Rouge is just as cool as his character and plays Marv just the way he was meant to be. I did not like Clive Owen in this film I thought he was weak. I think this will become a cult classic its that dam good.

Sin City 2 is already in the works and will be out next year. in the summer.

Posted: 31 May 2005 at 7:17pm | IP Logged

One question. how have u seen it when it isn't on general release till thursday?

Posted: 31 May 2005 at 7:22pm | IP Logged

With the Superhero movies, i am really looking forward to Batman Begins. It should erase the horrible memories of Batman And Robin. With Fantastic Four, i didn't hold out much hope until i saw the trailer. It doesn't look 'that bad' but looks arn't everything.

On a seperate movie note, i can't wait to see Mr and Mrs Smith

Posted: 31 May 2005 at 7:45pm | IP Logged

Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

its because u fancy ms jolie