New Releases: 11/9/12

It's time for me to say some controversial things again. Yay!

Skyfall
Honestly, I'm not much of a Bond fan. I've seen a few, but never could get behind him as an icon. I did see Casino Royale, which was much better than the Brosnan years, but was far too long. So I wasn't impressed enough to see Quantum of Solace, though I understand I didn't miss much. Despite all the hype this third Craig installment has been collecting over the weeks, I can't suppress my indifference enough to care. But perhaps I'll catch up with it, and Solace, on dvd someday.

Lincoln
Ahhh, two things I feel have been severely overrated the past few years: Steven Spielberg and Daniel Day-Lewis. Yeah, you read that right. Sure Spielberg has made some truly classic films, but I haven't been truly knocked out by anything in a long time. DDL has been hamming it up at least since Gangs of New York (though not as much in Nine, which was just dull all around) and I find it downright painful to endure, despite all the praise he continually receives. Forgive me if I skip this obvious Oscar bait film for now.

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  1. Rachel! This is crazy! US are historically not supportive of 007... go against the grain. It really is one to watch on weekend of release! Seriously... you'll regret it... (also it stars Voldermort!)

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    1. Trust me Simon, I wish I was excited for the newest James Bond because I really feel left out in the rain. I wouldn't be able to see it this weekend anyway, but if I feel pressured, maybe in a couple weeks during our holiday weekend.

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  2. LINCOLN is easily DDL's least hammy role since THE BOXER. That "Nownownow" scene that they showed in the trailer really isn't indicative of the film's overall tone, nor DDL's performance.

    Give it a look when you can - probably on blu-ray.

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    1. Good to know. That bit in the trailer was the official turn off for me. I'll see it after the rest of the world, probably next summer.

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