There Will Be Blood [Archive] - RonFez.net Messageboard

TheMojoPin

12-05-2007, 09:16 PM

Daniel-Day Lewis is like the Shaq (in his prime) of actors. He's so fucking great and so beyond everyone else that he's taken for granted.

Which kinda makes it frustrating how much time he's taken off from acting in films over the years...though I suppose quality over quantity.

zentraed

12-06-2007, 09:36 AM

Which kinda makes it frustrating how much time he's taken off from acting in films over the years...though I suppose quality over quantity.

For some reason, I just never watch his movies. After finally watching "Gangs of New York" last year, I had to get on the DDL bandwagon.

MikeB

12-09-2007, 08:22 PM

when does it come out?

thepaulo

12-09-2007, 08:28 PM

in NY and LA the final week of 2007.....Just recieved a bunch of nods from the LA critics

KnoxHarrington

12-22-2007, 05:45 AM

Here's the AP's review of this movie -- it's an absolute rave.

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071221/ap_en_mo/film_review_there_will_be_blood;_ylt=AmTyWjzggZ_qZ h1wZAwCfytxFb8C

The review makes the point that I've sort of figured out for myself just from reading other reviews and seeing previews: in this one, PTA's becoming a true epic filmmaker. He's setting aside some of the quirks and film school tricks that have kind of marred all his movies (and rendered "Punch Drunk Love" totally unwatchable, in my opinion.) He's come into his own as a director.

Damn, I want to see this. Now.

TheMojoPin

12-22-2007, 07:00 AM

(and rendered "Punch Drunk Love" totally unwatchable, in my opinion.)

What the funk?

thepaulo

12-22-2007, 06:48 PM

I can watch it.

....but it's no Citizen Kane.

Rthentic

12-26-2007, 07:33 PM

I just got back home from watching this film.....
I have to be honest.....
I'm not sure if can even have a number two film of the year.
NUMBER 1: "THERE WILL BE BLOOD"
Number 2: ... I have to leave this blank just because, in My "current" view, "There Will Be Blood" is so great and ahead of the pack that it almost needs the space to be reckoned with.
Number 3: "Into The Wild"
Number 4: "Juno"
Number 5: "No Country For Old Men"

"The Darjeeling Limited" Is Close to Me too.

Peace
RTNC

thepaulo

12-27-2007, 06:37 AM

I guess I can get around to writing my review now since it is technically out there.....
but I agree....and as I said on the air, it might be one of the best movies I've ever see, so far and away it's the best movie of the year....but I'm sure lot's of people will hate it.

Sheeplovr

12-27-2007, 04:15 PM

pretty dissapointing

its really not that good at all

there no look
every actor but danile day lewis is horrid

story is interesting but not epic like it wants to be

see it fast before everyone starts telling things about it so you can judge your self

but its deinftly not movie ofthe year

not even top 5 i think i gotta make a list of everything ive seen this year and decide where it would go based on what ive seen
and theres still 5 more movies of the year i want to see

thepaulo

12-27-2007, 07:30 PM

We must agree to disagree, sir.

DolaMight

12-27-2007, 07:50 PM

Don't waste your time Paulohh, Ronfez.net's official movie critic Pat-O already gave it one of his patented eh ge ge get it of here must miss reviews.

thepaulo

12-27-2007, 08:13 PM

Pat has an opinion?

epo

12-27-2007, 08:35 PM

Shouldn't Sheepy be complaining about Listening Threads & not commenting on great film?

thepaulo

12-27-2007, 08:38 PM

Hey, Sheepy's entitled to an opinion. What is this...Russia?

Sheeplovr

12-27-2007, 08:54 PM

Hey, Sheepy's entitled to an opinion. What is this...Russia?

it wasnt jsut me
it was the whole theator of people leaving with dissapointment in the bathroom people were discuessing how much it wasnt that good

in the halls
up and down the theator down to the street

the emperor has no cloths
im going to watch giant now because i want to see a EPIC oil family movie thats compleatly enjoyable

thepaulo

12-27-2007, 08:58 PM

Since when is a great work of art suppose to be enjoyable?

Rthentic

12-27-2007, 09:05 PM

Man.....I would have never thought that this subpar review would be given to this film...Couldn't even imagine it. Nonetheless, I loved it, period. The last sequence in the film alone was better than most entire films.
It's the great thing about art, No such thing as right and wrong.....

Just wondering, Sheepy, What would You say are the best films of the year?

Peace
RTNC

thepaulo

12-27-2007, 09:09 PM

It's classic filmmaking fully informed by modern thinking...which hardly ever happens any more. I could make a crazy argument that it is a better film than two of it's most obvious inspirations.....Citizen Kane and The Treasure of Sierra Madre.

Rthentic

12-27-2007, 09:10 PM

By the way, I'm guessing that if anyone saw that film and You're not a critic/reviewer and or not from LA, then You saw it at The AMC Linciln Center.....When, I saw it the whole place applauded.....Is this a big "give Paulo a hard time" ruse? No offense Paulo, I just don't get the reactions, HAha.....but, If True, I respect'Em.

PEACE

thepaulo

12-27-2007, 09:20 PM

"...A give Paulo a hard time ruse...."......of course not.

Sheeplovr

12-28-2007, 08:54 PM

It's classic filmmaking fully informed by modern thinking...which hardly ever happens any more..
where do you see that
really
fully explain it

cause it's not there at all

Sheeplovr

12-28-2007, 08:55 PM

By the way, I'm guessing that if anyone saw that film and You're not a critic/reviewer and or not from LA, then You saw it at The AMC Linciln Center.....When, I saw it the whole place applauded

PEACE

my crowd was angry 4 people clappped in the back then stoped when eveyrone else was like ...okay

TheMojoPin

12-28-2007, 09:13 PM

I'm even more curious to see this...I love PTA's films and this has been getting stellar reviews across the board, but I've noticed Sheepy's pop culture opinions are almost always spot-on with my own.

thepaulo

12-28-2007, 09:21 PM

The style of filmmaking is classic Hollywood...Beautifully shot, expansive with magnificent set design and a perfect feel for location....

The modern thinking comes into the approach to the two main characters ...
their relationship to each other almost mirrors a subtle split in both characters psyche...
Paul Thomas Anderson has an intuitive feel to unspoken psychological fractures in both characters.
Giant is an enjoyable film and is certainly epic but it is also fairly hokey and kitchy. James Dean while remarkable at times also went way over the top in the later scenes...Elizabeth Taylor was at the height of her powers, being what they were....and Rock Hudson was a little more stiff and stuffy than normal, partly because that's what the character required but also because he was not up to the task.

Dainel Day Lewis simply gives one of the best performances in film history.

The ending is definately a shock and a little insane but completely rooted in the character.

This is a dark and misanthropic character who we are clearly not suppose to feel sympathy for.

Sheepy....I like all kinds of films...and like to have fun and enjoy myself at the movies....

but I can actually enjoy myself more at a film that presents a dark and disturbing vision in such a clear and commanding way......I have absolutely no doubt that this is a masterpiece...and besides it's just plan entertaining.

Dre

12-29-2007, 05:46 AM

I saw this movie the other night, and I completely agree with Paul-O's review, loved Daniel-Day Lewis the most in this movie out of any of his other movies, amazing preformance, this was definitely my favorite movie of 2007 along with "No Country"

So, thus, I give it a "Yeh!"

TheCarter

01-02-2008, 06:46 PM

This movie looks fantastic. I really can't wait to see. I might have to drag myself to Manhattan tomorrow.

cogsdoc

01-04-2008, 09:06 PM

I just got back from seeing the movie. I am still digesting it, and haven't decided if it is my favorite of the year left. However, a few things are very clear to me:

1) Daniel Day-Lewis is an incredible actor, watching the movie you just can't take your eyes off of him. One thing did bother me though, I couldn't stop noticing the similarities between this character and the one he played in Gangs of New York.

2)Seeing a movie in the theater is just not worth it sometimes. Especially when surrounded by elderly brain dead moviegoers. One particular couple just would not shut up throughout the movie. To make matters worse the wife asked such brilliant questions as: (I have blacked them out as they are spoilers)

a) When Daniel's son returns: "Is that his son?"
b) When Daniel beats Eli to death at the end: "Is he dead?" mind you with blood pouring out of his crushed head
c) When talking to his son revealing he is an orphan: "Why is he so angry?"

These are just the ones my rage is allowing me to remember right now, I promise there was at least 20 more of this kind. :furious:

Bay Ridge Tim

01-05-2008, 06:05 PM

Just got back. Liked it, didn't love it. As everyone has said, Daniel Day Lewis is terrific. But, Paul Dano is very good and creepy, too.

One strange thing is that there are really only two characters in the film. Two or three others comes in and out, but only Lewis and Dano have any real depth. To be sure, you can't take your eyes off them, but hardly anyone one else is worth a damn.

One other thing: Johnny Greenwood's score is terrific. It's probably my favorite thing about the film. I also really liked the last 20 minutes or so. Beautifully shot, crazy climax.

underdog

01-06-2008, 08:19 AM

One other thing: Johnny Greenwood's score is terrific. It's probably my favorite thing about the film. I also really liked the last 20 minutes or so. Beautifully shot, crazy climax.

The score was amazing. It was the first thing I noticed when I saw a preview for this movie. Its haunting.

cogsdoc

01-06-2008, 01:32 PM

Haunting is definitely the right word. I'm not one to usually take note of a musical score, but Greenwood did a wonderful job building tension throughout the movie.

pittphantoms

01-06-2008, 08:11 PM

I will agree that the movie was beautiful - and the best ART I have seen this year. I will also agree that Daniel Day Lewis should win Best Actor - no problem. The score was perfect... but I would never ever see this movie again. I also dont know that I could recomend this to anyone who isn't an art film person... as Paulo says - I am sure a TON of people are going to hate this movie. I know my movie theatre - which was packed - was very down on the movie when it was over.

I found a lot of the themes very interesting - especially what Daniel requires said at the end.

It really is scary how the truly rich people I know destroy everything around them... Daniel is dead on a family aquaintance of mine who basically is living this life (sans the murder as far as I know).

I am happy I saw it once... and only once.

badorties

01-07-2008, 03:23 PM

great movie

very dark, and an uneasy atmosphere punctuated by the amazing score

didn't leave the theatre feeling too good about humaity, but the movie resonates the longer i think about it

TheMojoPin

01-07-2008, 03:34 PM

Damn, this thing is an experience.

What an opening sequence.

badorties

01-07-2008, 03:52 PM

Damn, this thing is an experience.

What an opening sequence.

as strong as the performaces were, the quieter moments seemed to haunt a bit more ... the opening salvo's lack of dialog was fucking brilliant

sefskillz

01-16-2008, 02:51 PM

i can't fuckin believe dave spoiled this today. he said 'its been out 3 weeks' but the damn thing is in limited release and doesn't open here until friday... fuckin dave

Fallon

01-19-2008, 06:20 PM

I thought it was really good, first "film" I've seen in a theater in a long time and thanks to my DVR I avoided all commercials and trailers, so I got an unspoiled view. When the movie ended I wasn't sure how I liked it, then talking to my friend on the ride home I realized how many great scenes their were and how DDL had an amazing performance.

stump12

01-19-2008, 07:28 PM

i can't fuckin believe dave spoiled this today. he said 'its been out 3 weeks' but the damn thing is in limited release and doesn't open here until friday... fuckin dave

Dave is a DICK. It didnt ruin the movie at all though. And the score was amazing really went well with the film. I think people are comparing DDL character to the one in Gangs cause he has the same look. Hes in my top greatest actors in the last 30 years.

joeyballsack

01-19-2008, 09:13 PM

I saw it tonight and wish I hadn't. I fell asleep three or four times while watching it. Luckily there was a loud noise everyonce in a while that kept me from snoring.

KnoxHarrington

01-20-2008, 06:55 AM

Dave is a DICK. It didnt ruin the movie at all though. And the score was amazing really went well with the film. I think people are comparing DDL character to the one in Gangs cause he has the same look. Hes in my top greatest actors in the last 30 years.

Yeah, I don't think this is some dumbass M. Night Shamamadkeriei3n3i34ian movie where the whole point of the movie existing is the "shock ending". I mean, does "Citizen Kane" suddenly become stupid if you know Rosebud is his old sled?

Oops, should I have put that in spoiler text? :lol:

sefskillz

01-20-2008, 08:49 AM

Doesn't matter if it's a twist or not. When the bowling alley came into view, i knew what was going to happen and it took me out of the movie cause all i could think was 'fucking dave'...

Still loved it though, DDL was amazing.

TheMojoPin

01-20-2008, 09:05 AM

Just wanted to post the theatrical trailers for those who haven't seen them...I've seen this movie 3 times now. Amazing. DDL is so powerful and terrifying in the first trailer.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=GZOMYSEHZeQ&feature=related

http://youtube.com/watch?v=ml2Ae2SIXac&feature=related

Bay Ridge Tim

01-20-2008, 09:18 AM

I drink your MILKSHAKE!!! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCCdZmHk5Fk)

EffMeBoobs

01-20-2008, 04:25 PM

Saw it tonight. I really loved the movie beginning to middle, DDL is unspeakably amazing. The last 20 minutes of the movie, while shocking yes, left me feeling disappointed about the ending.

Reynolds

01-21-2008, 03:29 AM

If you didn't like this movie, you should just admit you're a shallow individual that loves only popcorn movies. No I will not just agree to the "fact" that different people have different opinions.

monkfish

01-21-2008, 06:24 PM

If you're planning on seeing the movie in the near future, listen to the scenes where young Eli starts screaming - it sounded to me a lot like ESD when he's on the receiving end of a beating.

thepaulo

01-21-2008, 07:09 PM

speaking of ESD, the young wanna be cook in ratatouille always reminds me of.....

chubbyknuckles

01-21-2008, 07:11 PM

Saw it tonight. I really loved the movie beginning to middle, DDL is unspeakably amazing. The last 20 minutes of the movie, while shocking yes, left me feeling disappointed about the ending.

i don't know what it is with me, but lately I like the unconventional different ways movies are ending and not giving a neatly wrapped up good feeling. Like Cloverfield, and even I am legend, it's about time movies changed.

CofyCrakCocaine

01-21-2008, 08:13 PM

i don't know what it is with me, but lately I like the unconventional different ways movies are ending and not giving a neatly wrapped up good feeling. Like Cloverfield, and even I am legend, it's about time movies changed.

Yes and no. Catharsis is still pretty goddamn desirable, but it is unique right now to have movies that don't sport any. But I don't think anyone has anything over the ending of No Country for Old Men.

Loved the entire movie this thread's talking about. Start to finish. Even though Dave fucked the surprise ending in the ass for me, it was still the best movie I've seen in the theater ever.

underdog

03-25-2008, 02:28 PM

Alright, so I'm getting ready for the movie to be released to DVD (on the same day at The Diving Bell and the Butterfly <3 ). And I listen to the soundtrack a lot, as its fucking amazing.

Something that has always stuck with me, however, is that Mr. Ron Bennington said the score wasn't that great because it took him out of the movie a lot of the time, because the score includes instruments that weren't around during the period of the movie.

What instruments? The album is entirely orchestral. Its mainly piano, violin and glockenspiel. Am I just forgetting a part of the movie that had electric guitar or something?

Doogie

03-25-2008, 07:12 PM

If you didn't like this movie, you should just admit you're a shallow individual that loves only popcorn movies. No I will not just agree to the "fact" that different people have different opinions.

And that is why you sir, are a fuckstick...Yes, I said it. Fuckstick.

Yes I loved it...but I can see why a lot of people would not like this movie. I wont hold that against them though. There are some mother fuckers in this world that eat steak almost raw. Do I like that?? Fuck no. But I wont hold that against them.

thepaulo

03-25-2008, 07:30 PM

What the hell is wrong with a fuckstick?

Doogie

03-26-2008, 02:45 PM

What the hell is wrong with a fuckstick?

Its ok to use your fuckstick...but you dont want to be a fuckstick. It's sort of like being a mother fucker. You can fuck a chick who is also a mother. But you dont want to be called a mother fucker.

Enabler

03-26-2008, 02:48 PM

What the hell is wrong with a fuckstick?

http://infinitecoolness.com/galleries/badsanta/badsantawallpaperthumb04.jpg

Fuckstick?

romerocortez

03-31-2008, 07:22 PM

i saw daniel day-lewis in "my left foot" and that was probably the greatest acting i've ever seen. in terms of just plain becoming a character, guys like day-lewis and deniro are just unmatched and on another level. day-lewis is also REALLY selective about the parts he takes, so i'm excited about watching there will be blood.

CofyCrakCocaine

03-31-2008, 07:28 PM

I'd fuck a stick if it'd fuck me...

thepaulo

03-31-2008, 07:35 PM

That Daniel Day Lewis is The fuckstick.

Furtherman

04-14-2008, 07:06 AM

I bought this movie last week and have watched it twice so far. Brilliant. Loved it.

badorties

04-14-2008, 07:39 AM

i was really excited to pick this up last week, and really enjoyed in after multiple viewings (although the score is still seems a bit mis-matched)

iscream22

04-30-2008, 08:51 AM

I thought the film was good but it was not great. It dragged on a lot ESPECIALLY the first hour or so (not just because theres no action, but because i was bored, and i enjoy watching slacker and clerks).

The acting and cinematography were good, but the story was nothing to really write home about.:thumbdown:

fezident

01-26-2009, 04:04 AM

Even better the 2nd time.

God damn I love this movie.

thepaulo

01-26-2009, 04:10 AM

Even better the 2nd time.

God damn I love this movie.

ditto

Hofert

02-03-2009, 02:03 AM

Just a good movie, period.

Raskolnikov

06-05-2009, 09:43 PM

Has Ronnie ever brought that movie up on the air? I'm sure he has. I know he's a Paul Thomas Anderson fan.

hammersavage

06-05-2009, 09:44 PM

Yes

Suspect Chin

06-05-2009, 09:44 PM

Has Ronnie ever brought that movie up on the air? I'm sure he has. I know he's a Paul Thomas Anderson fan.

I think he mentioned that it has no soundtrack.

Suspect Chin

06-05-2009, 09:46 PM

He also bitched that There Was No Blood...until the end.

TooLowBrow

06-05-2009, 09:49 PM

He also bitched that There Was No Blood...until the end.

ron bitched?

Fez4PrezN2008

06-05-2009, 09:50 PM

I think he drank someone's milkshake too once.

STC-Dub

06-06-2009, 07:27 PM

It has been brought up. How sad is it that I watched the entire movie before I remembered reading the book it is based on?

biozombie

06-07-2009, 01:45 AM

Watch out for that bowling pin

thepaulo

06-07-2009, 03:04 AM

a feel good movie.

yojimbo7248

06-07-2009, 03:07 AM

a feel good movie.

a feel good movie...?

thepaulo

06-07-2009, 09:06 AM

What the motherfucking shit is going on. I give the motherfucking shit up Fuck all your mothers, you cunts.

drjoek

06-07-2009, 09:31 AM

What the motherfucking shit is going on. I give the motherfucking shit up Fuck all your mothers, you cunts.

:ohmy:

thepaulo

06-07-2009, 10:51 AM

motherfucker cocksucking dickweed cuntasses!

disneyspy

06-07-2009, 10:55 AM

motherfucker cocksucking dickweed cuntasses!

fuckhead douchebag assrompin jerks!

mikeyboy

06-07-2009, 10:57 AM

motherfucker cocksucking dickweed cuntasses!

hey drunky

spoon

06-07-2009, 11:01 AM

While the acting was good, I just couldn't take the misery and boredom of the lives they showed. Oh and yah, watch out for that mud lake and bowling pin! Where's the church's piece?

hammersavage

06-07-2009, 11:10 AM

hey drunky

What? You don't pregame for the Tony's?

thepaulo

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