The BJMDDS General Discussion Thread......

[bjmdds]

Man of Steel (June 14): With his superhuman strength and somewhat bland personality, it's been tough to get Superman to stand out against Batman, Spider-Man and the like in the past few decades: 2006's Superman Returns did decent business ($200 million domestic) but was widely considered a creative disappointment. With Dark Knight director Christopher Nolan providing guidance to director Zack Snyder, though, it appears Man of Steel has found a way to make the invincible superhero seem accessible to general audiences. The movie's previews have received tons of praise so far, and if it's as good as rumors suggest, then Warner Bros. should have a pretty big hit on their hands. (Domestic: $290 million, Foreign: $360 million)
Star Trek Into Darkness (May 17): The 2009 Star Trek reboot was a surprise hit with $257.7 million, and maintains a very strong reputation four years later (it has a spot in IMDb's Top 250). Usually this would mean that the sequel would noticeably outperform its predecessor: unfortunately, the movie seems to be having a tough time standing out amidst the crowded May schedule, and early word indicates that it isn't a leap forward in quality. Even if it does wind up around the same level domestically as the first movie, though, four years of strong word-of-mouth and the addition of 3D will at least translate in to significantly higher foreign grosses. (Domestic: $250 million, Foreign: $400 million) Lone Ranger (July 3): A decade ago, star Johnny Depp, director Gore Verbinski and producer Jerry Bruckheimer bucked the trend of unsuccessful pirates movies with Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, which spawned one of the most successful franchises ever. That crew is looking to do the same thing for Westerns with The Lone Ranger, though that's easier said than done. Depp's schtick is struggling a bit lately—the fourth Pirates movie was the lowest-grossing one yet, and last Summer's Dark Shadows couldn't even get to $80 million. Additionally, previews for The Lone Ranger still aren't really gelling, despite what seems like a valiant effort from Disney. Expect slightly higher grosses than other big-budget Westerns like Cowboys & Aliens ($100.2 million) and Wild Wild West ($113.8 million), but not by much. (Domestic: $135 million, Foreign: $270 million)

[FormerBondFan]

FBF, plenty of acting talent here besides your Sheamus as your next Bond: http://www.legendsofthering.com/LOTR16.html

I did mentioned the likes of Sheamus, did I not?

Why limit it to just him with all of this wrestling talent available?

Sheamus is from the British Isles.

[bjmdds]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXseCq9N3Zs LALD with Denny Laine last night.

[bjmdds]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiRaiidt ... C0D0094DB1 Interesting Rigg interview.

[Kristatos]

http://www.latinospost.com/articles/176 ... second.htm Mendes is another jerk. If another Bond film makes him ill, how do we all feel?

What a strange person. He's gone from "It's about 75% certain that I'm going to direct the next Bond film" to "My theatre commitments won't let me, but I hope to return in future" to "The thought of doing another Bond film makes me ill" within the space of a few months.

"Mendes also admitted that he was not afraid to disappoint Bond fans and stated, "I say to them, my life is not a democracy. It's not up for discussion'. What? Maybe I should go to one of the [Bond] chat threads and change my mind? I don't think that's going to happen." Hey Sam, if you are reading this on this chat thread, Cr-egg sucks as Bond

Actually, whilst the way he phrased it is kinda dickish, i'm sort of with him on this. Many a movie franchise, TV show, comic book etc has been spoiled by trying too hard to please the fans. Directors should follow their own creative instincts first, and not use the internet as a sort of giant focus group.

[Dr. No]

http://www.latinospost.com/articles/176 ... second.htm Mendes is another jerk. If another Bond film makes him ill, how do we all feel?

What a strange person. He's gone from "It's about 75% certain that I'm going to direct the next Bond film" to "My theatre commitments won't let me, but I hope to return in future" to "The thought of doing another Bond film makes me ill" within the space of a few months.

"Mendes also admitted that he was not afraid to disappoint Bond fans and stated, "I say to them, my life is not a democracy. It's not up for discussion'. What? Maybe I should go to one of the [Bond] chat threads and change my mind? I don't think that's going to happen." Hey Sam, if you are reading this on this chat thread, Cr-egg sucks as Bond

Actually, whilst the way he phrased it is kinda dickish, i'm sort of with him on this. Many a movie franchise, TV show, comic book etc has been spoiled by trying too hard to please the fans. Directors should follow their own creative instincts first, and not use the internet as a sort of giant focus group.

IMO it kinda shows what he thinks of fans. I understand more of his attitude that I've just done this for three years (? wasn't it only a year) and now I need to move on with my real job. Saying the thought of working on Bond make him physically ill is ungrateful IMO for the opportunity and the success.

[Capt. Sir Dominic Flandry]

Dr No
IMO it kinda shows what he thinks of fans. I understand more of his attitude that I've just done this for three years (? wasn't it only a year) and now I need to move on with my real job. Saying the thought of working on Bond make him physically ill is ungrateful IMO for the opportunity and the success.

I hate the way Mendes, Craig, Haggis etc think they are great artists and think Bond is beneath them, and that they are doing everyone a special favour by making some Bond movies.

[bjmdds]

TNT Taps Third Season of Hit Drama Series Dallas

TNT has renewed the hit drama series Dallas for a third season. Produced by Warner Horizon Television, Dallas centers on the Ewing clan, an enormously wealthy Texas family whose sibling rivalries, romantic betrayals, corruption and even murder are truly legendary. TNT has ordered 15 episodes for the third season, which is slated to launch in early 2014.
"Dallas has built a passionately loyal following with its expertly woven storylines, clever twists and turns, and numerous outstanding performances by a cast that spans generations," said Michael Wright, president, head of programming for TNT, TBS and Turner Classic Movies (TCM). "Although we said goodbye to Larry Hagman and his iconic character J.R. Ewing this year, Dallas has many more stories left to tell, and the Ewing clan will continue to honor J.R.'s memory by keeping its audience surprised and delighted." Great show

[Omega]

Dr No
IMO it kinda shows what he thinks of fans. I understand more of his attitude that I've just done this for three years (? wasn't it only a year) and now I need to move on with my real job. Saying the thought of working on Bond make him physically ill is ungrateful IMO for the opportunity and the success.

I hate the way Mendes, Craig, Haggis etc think they are great artists and think Bond is beneath them, and that they are doing everyone a special favour by making some Bond movies.

You said it capt !

My memory of Brosnan and Dalton was they were grateful for the opportunity and took the time to say thanks to the fans, Craig would rather spray a face full of mace on any fan that dares to breath the same air as he does.


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[Kristatos]

"Rushed and incoherent"...beset by production problems...directed by Marc Forster...are you starting to notice a pattern here?

http://www.denofgeek.com/movies/world-w ... -z-exposed

[Napoleon Solo]

"Rushed and incoherent"...beset by production problems...directed by Marc Forster...are you starting to notice a pattern here?

http://www.denofgeek.com/movies/world-w ... -z-exposed

Here's a preview of the article on the Vanity Fair Web site. The actual article isn't online.

http://www.vanityfair.com/online/oscars ... r-z-budget

"It establishes a pattern. Like Sherlock Holmes, I like patterns."

[bjmdds]

The perfect opening to introduce the 7th 007, ala OP's opening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0VsWcALYMI OR this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmIDXk2J5_U http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRB-woVjlFY Now THAT's a Bond opening

[Omega]

"Rushed and incoherent"...beset by production problems...directed by Marc Forster...are you starting to notice a pattern here?

http://www.denofgeek.com/movies/world-w ... -z-exposed

Here's a preview of the article on the Vanity Fair Web site. The actual article isn't online.

http://www.vanityfair.com/online/oscars ... r-z-budget

"It establishes a pattern. Like Sherlock Holmes, I like patterns."

The difference between qos and this is somebody noticed it was all f'ed up and Eon was busy cashing their sponsorship checks.
One place has it wwz is looking like Ishtar, thing is Ishtar was not as big a disaster as its remembered as.

BTW Lindelof had a part to play in Cow Boys and aliens. Looks like Craig's A Team is here to screw up another movie that could of rocked.

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[carl stromberg]

I think everyone should read the WWZ book instead.

[bjmdds]

Mr. and Mrs. Cr-egg out on the town in their new set of wheels this week: https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BJNn71XCQAELcC-.jpg

[bjmdds]

FBF, will you see Pierce this weekend in his smash hit LOVE IS ALL YOU NEED? http://boxofficemojo.com/img/l/loveisallyouneed/13.jpg http://boxofficemojo.com/img/l/loveisallyouneed/2.jpg http://boxofficemojo.com/img/l/loveisallyouneed/5.jpg http://boxofficemojo.com/img/l/loveisallyouneed/7.jpg http://boxofficemojo.com/img/l/loveisallyouneed/8.jpg http://www.boxofficemojo.com/images/lov ... poster.jpg http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/0 ... 95126.html

[John P. Drake]

Awesome avatar, bjmdds. I want one, as well.

[bjmdds]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piSdceCW31I http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byku-4Sl4zE Best interpretations of Cr-egg as Bond I have seen.

[FormerBondFan]

FBF, will you see Pierce this weekend in his smash hit LOVE IS ALL YOU NEED? http://boxofficemojo.com/img/l/loveisallyouneed/13.jpg http://boxofficemojo.com/img/l/loveisallyouneed/2.jpg http://boxofficemojo.com/img/l/loveisallyouneed/5.jpg http://boxofficemojo.com/img/l/loveisallyouneed/7.jpg http://boxofficemojo.com/img/l/loveisallyouneed/8.jpg http://www.boxofficemojo.com/images/lov ... poster.jpg http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/0 ... 95126.html

I'll wait until DVD.

[The Saint 007]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piSdceCW31I http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byku-4Sl4zE Best interpretations of Cr-egg as Bond I have seen.

That YouTube poop actually made Quantum Of Solace more watchable.