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Post by mhynson27 on Feb 8, 2017 14:51:09 GMT
Seeing as the sequel is coming out this week (In America at least), I thought I would make this thread. I just finished watching it for the first time and I definitely enjoyed it. The action was amazing, it was well shot and directed and Keanu Reeves made for a engaging lead. The story was a bit thin and cliche however and some of the acting from the supporting players felt a bit off. All that said I will be checking out the sequel when it rolls around here and hopefully they delve more into the intriguing Continental Hotel. Your thoughts?
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Post by stephen on Feb 8, 2017 15:11:42 GMT
If it weren't for Dr. George and his mad, mad, mad, mad world, John Wick would be my favorite action film of the new millennium.
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Post by jakesully on Feb 8, 2017 19:41:35 GMT
Just a ton of fun. Nothing was held back . Balls to the walls action all around. Looking forward to seeing the sequel on Friday.
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Post by FatherJames on Feb 9, 2017 2:40:11 GMT
One of the most fun pure action movies this decade. Keanu is awesome.
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Post by theycallmemrfish on Feb 9, 2017 7:07:10 GMT
I said it once, I'll say it again...
It's nothing original but it makes a Ferrari out of a Vespa. Just a well-oiled, amazing piece of machinery that's under the umbrella of an action film.
But the best part is that it adds some heart, mystery, and chemistry to the proceedings.
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Post by theycallmemrfish on Feb 9, 2017 7:08:42 GMT
Also, I'd like to say that the concierge deserves his own FX/HBO series.
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Post by Film Socialism on Feb 9, 2017 7:11:56 GMT
it's not on the level of some of the action kino we've gotten lately (Batman v Superman, Hardcore Henry, Edge of Tomorrow, etc.) but it's pretty great.
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Post by bobbystarks on Feb 9, 2017 7:16:43 GMT
It's just a total blast. No it's not the most original concept ever, but the film is just so well made, and the fact that it created this underground world of assassins was just a smart way to introduce this character and made the film a whole lot more interesting than just a typical assassin revenge tale. It's refreshing to see a successful action hero who isn't part of a pre-existing franchise, comic book, TV show, etc, and best of all doesn't wear a damn cape. It's sleek, it's got it's own voice and style, and if done right, it could end up being one of the best action franchises of the decade.
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Post by bobbystarks on Feb 9, 2017 7:17:15 GMT
Also, I'd like to say that the concierge deserves his own FX/HBO series. That's already happening, right? |
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Post by Lubezki on Feb 9, 2017 7:23:13 GMT
Anybody watch this in Blu-ray/Dolby Atmos? A servility to your ears and senses and pretty much solidifies the sound editing/mixing as one of the best of the decade.
The film as a whole is extremely entertaining.
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Post by harlequinade on Feb 9, 2017 15:32:46 GMT
The dog scene is one of the worst things ever but it only makes it all the more fun when the rampage begins. Great, entertaining movie
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Post by cheesecake on Feb 9, 2017 20:54:11 GMT
A blast from start to finish. It's a simplistic premise that is sprinkled with little details and lathered in style. Amazing choreography and cinematography. One of my favorites of 2014.
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Post by rhodoraonline on Feb 13, 2017 7:38:38 GMT
It had a very cool mystique and intrigue. You want to know more about the Hotel, you want to know more about the guys who come to clean up the aftermaths. You take Willem's character's death to the heart. You are fascinated by the club scene. It really draws you in.
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Post by theycallmemrfish on Feb 22, 2017 23:31:41 GMT
Just got out. Balls to the wall action. I prefer the tighter original, but this really expanded the universe and was in itself a really good stand-alone. I also loved a lot of the photography particularly in the mirrored art thingy. ***1/2
Can't wait for Chapter 3.
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Post by doddgerhardt on Feb 23, 2017 1:51:38 GMT
Just got out. Balls to the wall action. I prefer the tighter original, but this really expanded the universe and was in itself a really good stand-alone. I also loved a lot of the photography particularly in the mirrored art thingy. ***1/2 Can't wait for Chapter 3. Glad you liked it although I'm starting to think I'm the only here preferring this one more. Maybe that expansion really tipped it over for me. Also I much prefer the mirror location for a third act than the one in the first. |
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Post by mhynson27 on Feb 23, 2017 15:02:09 GMT
Who the fuck and how the fuck did someone change the title of this thread???
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Post by AKenjiB on Feb 24, 2017 2:21:46 GMT
Excellent film. One of my favorite action films of the century. The assassin world-building is excellent, the action scenes are superbly filmed, and Keanu Reeves is really excellent here. I compare the film to the Equalizer a lot since they came out the same year and have somewhat similar premises, but I think John Wick is the superior film in every way. The most notable difference is that in The Equalizer, McCall takes out all of his enemies so effortlessly that there's little tension or excitement to any of the action scenes In John Wick, Wick is obviously a badass and a superior shooter and fighter to most of the mooks he's up against, but he's not invincible. He gets hurt numerous times and there's still a sense of danger in the action scenes.
John Wick 2 is an excellent sequel as well. Just as good as the first one. Excellent action scenes, does great with expanding the world building, and it really raises the stakes (I won't get into specifics for those who haven't seen the film, but I really liked that the film didn't give John an easy solution to his problems). I'm an aspiring filmmaker and my desire is to make a variety of films, including the occasional action flick and John Wick (as well as Mad Max: Fury Road and The Raid films) is definitely where I'd be pulling my inspiration from.
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Post by theycallmemrfish on Feb 24, 2017 4:19:33 GMT
Just got out. Balls to the wall action. I prefer the tighter original, but this really expanded the universe and was in itself a really good stand-alone. I also loved a lot of the photography particularly in the mirrored art thingy. ***1/2 Can't wait for Chapter 3. Glad you liked it although I'm starting to think I'm the only here preferring this one more. Maybe that expansion really tipped it over for me. Also I much prefer the mirror location for a third act than the one in the first. True, but to be fair they had double the budget to work with this time. I imagine that the museum set pieces were just a teeny tiny more expensive than an empty dock and an abandoned warehouse.  |
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Post by rhodoraonline on Feb 24, 2017 8:09:30 GMT
Also, I'd like to say that the concierge deserves his own FX/HBO series. That would be so cool. I can see it as an anthology series: Each short season focuses on one assassin or "job". John Wick is part of the background mythology and makes at least one cool essential cameo each season... |
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Post by rhodoraonline on Feb 24, 2017 8:10:00 GMT
Who the fuck and how the fuck did someone change the title of this thread??? How about the moderator...? |
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Post by mhynson27 on Feb 24, 2017 10:48:10 GMT
Who the fuck and how the fuck did someone change the title of this thread??? How about the moderator...? That would make a lot of sense. And for the record I have no problem with it, was just confused. |
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