tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post8290899420767587088..comments2023-07-23T15:47:50.464+01:00Comments on Aziza's picks: Children of Men [2006]Dianahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18333927581755884053noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-80428294122065329402012-11-05T23:12:30.181+00:002012-11-05T23:12:30.181+00:00"Do you have something against the word sci f..."Do you have something against the word sci fi"<br /><br />Actually, sometimes I do. It's often used as shorthand by pompous professional critics who want to belittle the entire genre. It *is* an accurate term to use in some cases, though. I discussed the difference between "sci-fi" and "SF" here: http://www.tipsfromchip.blogspot.com/2011/03/movies-before-star-wars.htmlChip Laryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00787403805554027107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-44578420657597887292012-11-05T18:17:46.869+00:002012-11-05T18:17:46.869+00:00Thanks Chip. Do you have something against the wor...Thanks Chip. Do you have something against the word sci fi, or is it incorrect to call it that?Dianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18333927581755884053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-88571410744581543902012-11-05T00:16:14.421+00:002012-11-05T00:16:14.421+00:00Good review. This is one of the best films of the...Good review. This is one of the best films of the 2000s and one of the best science fiction (NOT "sci-fi") films made in the last generation.Chip Laryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00787403805554027107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-52773521383137634302012-10-31T18:08:40.788+00:002012-10-31T18:08:40.788+00:00She is talking in Romanian, but the way gypsies do...She is talking in Romanian, but the way gypsies do, with a strange accent, maybe that's why you couldn't understand. Thanks!Dianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18333927581755884053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-70816356687773946312012-10-31T16:53:51.486+00:002012-10-31T16:53:51.486+00:00Great review, you've reminded me how much I lo...Great review, you've reminded me how much I love this one. The two long scenes (escaping in the car, and going through the building) are astonishing pieces of filmmaking. Also interesting to learn about that Romanian connection, I'm pretty good at recognizing the language now after seeing so many films, but I never noticed that when I first watched this.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00597866901901238462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-28422991463857203392012-10-31T09:08:56.131+00:002012-10-31T09:08:56.131+00:00Thanks Ruth! the car scene is indeed fantastic, I ...Thanks Ruth! the car scene is indeed fantastic, I love the ambush part!Dianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18333927581755884053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-54803078121560048192012-10-31T09:08:16.128+00:002012-10-31T09:08:16.128+00:00I totally agree, a very well made film!I totally agree, a very well made film!Dianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18333927581755884053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-83311322087838641212012-10-31T09:07:47.880+00:002012-10-31T09:07:47.880+00:00Chiwetel Ejiofor did a great job, too, he is alway...Chiwetel Ejiofor did a great job, too, he is always so underrated!Dianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18333927581755884053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-41220018281381258542012-10-31T09:06:10.794+00:002012-10-31T09:06:10.794+00:00I really loved the ending,too- bittersweet, but st...I really loved the ending,too- bittersweet, but still amazing!Dianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18333927581755884053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-25556298161276770842012-10-31T02:10:12.469+00:002012-10-31T02:10:12.469+00:00It's been far too long since I've dropped ...It's been far too long since I've dropped by your blog Diana! Love the review, especially what you said about the film relying more on the relationships between people rather than 'unseen gadgets' to create the dystopian feeling. This has been in my watchlist for far too long, but I do remember the scene in the car - one big long take. Amazing stuff. Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00175638828147935702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-42579863361861991532012-10-30T19:15:30.385+00:002012-10-30T19:15:30.385+00:00Glad you liked this one, definitely one of my favo...Glad you liked this one, definitely one of my favorite films from the '00s. The cast is indeed flawless, and the cinematography, and script and...everything.Alex Withrowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15887018476048271594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-11784468614649931202012-10-30T15:50:56.245+00:002012-10-30T15:50:56.245+00:00Great review of an excellent film! This is a caree...Great review of an excellent film! This is a career-making turn from Owen, I wish he'd do more of this kinds of roles. I love the depiction of dystopian world that looks believably bleak and rundown, but the performances, including Chiwetel Ejiofor and Michael Caine are all fantastic. ruthhttp://flixchatter.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-84900743960855137122012-10-30T15:02:54.555+00:002012-10-30T15:02:54.555+00:00Definitely a must-see! Love this film. Not reall...Definitely a must-see! Love this film. Not really a big fan of Clive Owen, but I agree this is definitely one of (if not) his best! And the cinematography is AMAZING! Those long takes in the car ambush and at the end are just brilliant!ilovethatfilmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11882133059882238037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-52700349233328637262012-10-30T08:20:24.719+00:002012-10-30T08:20:24.719+00:00Thanks Sati! Oh, that's one of my favorite sce...Thanks Sati! Oh, that's one of my favorite scenes, too! Dianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18333927581755884053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-88235759115683182702012-10-30T08:16:11.035+00:002012-10-30T08:16:11.035+00:00Honestly, the man has the looks and the talent, I ...Honestly, the man has the looks and the talent, I just don't get it :PDianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18333927581755884053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-66471538274315264302012-10-30T08:15:47.131+00:002012-10-30T08:15:47.131+00:00Thanks! Do it-rewatch it soon :)Thanks! Do it-rewatch it soon :)Dianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18333927581755884053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-67266452804234255972012-10-30T08:15:11.757+00:002012-10-30T08:15:11.757+00:00Yeah, you're right Dan, it is a beautiful flic...Yeah, you're right Dan, it is a beautiful flick, despite its darkness. Dianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18333927581755884053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-15187305898354363282012-10-30T00:12:39.596+00:002012-10-30T00:12:39.596+00:00Great review. I love this film, so I'm glad yo...Great review. I love this film, so I'm glad you enjoyed it too. And yes, Clive Owen NEEDS better roles.Joshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08596682195753811295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-90119437273327989562012-10-29T22:24:15.808+00:002012-10-29T22:24:15.808+00:00Great review! Really liked this movie - very scary...Great review! Really liked this movie - very scary, sad and not totally unreallistic premise. Clive Owen and Michael Caine were terrific here and the movie was amazingly shot - especially the scene in the car when some people are shooting at them.s.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13987831438787776712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-30399502981875445112012-10-29T17:29:22.262+00:002012-10-29T17:29:22.262+00:00Wonderful review. I told you it was amazing! Gah I...Wonderful review. I told you it was amazing! Gah I need to rewatch this sometime.Nikhathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10379713171889712078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3759165361533454798.post-27721966134232351842012-10-29T17:00:45.183+00:002012-10-29T17:00:45.183+00:00Good review Diana. This is a very strong flick tha...Good review Diana. This is a very strong flick that's heavy on it's mood and atmosphere, but is also a movie that shows us what our future could most likely end up being if we aren't able. It's a dark flick, but in a way, a very beautiful one as well and took me by surprise from the first shot on. Dan O.http://www.dtmmr.comnoreply@blogger.com