There was a time not too long ago when I loved watching three hour movies. I got excited when I saw movies that reached at least two and half hours in length. “Alas! A movie chock full of story!” I would proclaim (or something like it). Not content with the original cuts of The Lord of the Rings, I immediately bought the extended editions that added, 30, 40, and 50 minutes to each of the movies respectively. But the problem is, I never watch them. They’re just too long! And when I get a Netflix these days, I immediately turn it over and look at the runtime, getting slightly excited when I see that they are under two hours. What happened to me? I don’t think it has anything to do with my attention span, because I still loved going to the theater and seeing The Dark Knight and Australia which were each two hours and forty-five minutes. But I think that’s because it’s kinda like going out and doing something (yes, even if it’s just sitting in a theater). However when I’m home, I just can’t seem to dedicate that kind of time to sitting in front of the television. Wait, no. That was a lie. I can sit in front of the television watching entire seasons of television without batting an eye. So why can’t I do it with movies? I think it’s because if you watch three hours of television, it’s like getting three movies for the price of one. You get a lot more out of your time watching a bunch of episodes of television rather than one movie. What do you think?
Joemo, no dissing of The Women 2008, Annette Benning and Meg Ryan’s hair were fabulous. It’s all about managing expectations. I never liked the original (sue me), the reviews were abysmal, so my expectations were subterranean and I had a fun time.
Polt, I don’t share your love of Goldfinger, the movie, there are lots I like better. Basically all except Dr. No, Man with the golden gun, View to a Kill, Tomorrow never dies. My judgement is still out on Quantum of Solace.
I will say that I don’t completely blame the actresses…..It was an archaic idea that tried to make it work in the modern world. It was awful. Even Meg ryan and annette benning, whom i love, couldn’t save it.
M. Nicodemus & Dave S.: I see you and raise you Fresh Horses. Horrible, horrible movie.
jomosexual: Like to iron…crease sleeves…so, what are you doing later?
David S: Arrgghhh! Ever since you mentioned it I have had the Chitty Chitty Bang Bang song stuck in my head! Too… much… wholesome… goodness… Get it out! Get it out!
Nope. Worst movie = House of Sand and Fog
John: I was thinking about putting my legs behind my head and smacking my ass to the beat of wipeout…..what about you?
Joemo, we all know what happens in your bedroom, so make no promises you can’t keep..
haha I assume you’re referring to this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gD8mZkEcKTA
because I can do a little bit of both. maybe even twirl some batons while I do it.
jomosexual: I’m not sure I could keep up, Wipe Out is a pretty aggressive tune to slap out on one’s ass. All that plus batons? Looks like I’m going to be ironing on my own.
Does that fiancé of yous know how lucky he is?
Oh trust me. He knows. I actually think he keeps me around more for my ironing and cooking abilities.
Oh no, Joe, to waste those talents of yours on someone who doesn’t appreciate them. Blatant waste of precious resources.
Yeah – long movies… I don’t like my entertainment to be an ordeal. Although I have no problem reading for 3 hours (or longer). I prefer long movies at home. In the theater, I can’t stretch out and my butt falls asleep. Favorite long movie: Sound of Music.
Mary Poppins – good. Mirror Mask – bad. The Women (remake) – bad. I did enjoy the weird in-color fashion show they stuck in the original black and white The Women, though.
Naughty Nicky – paying or not paying for movies ; ).