True Grit (Joel and Ethan Coen, 2010)

[Adeniz19]

The adaption will be more faithful towards the novel instead of the 1969 film. I've never read/seen either, but I'm excited to see what the Coens can do with a Western.

http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118001514.html?categoryid=13&cs=1&nid=2562

[itsmesean0630]

For reals? Hmm, usual hesitance to remake is overpowered by Coen brothers majesty of the screen.

No Country was Western-esque, I'm confident the Coen Brothers can do it.

[WordzandDreamz]

all i have to say is "yep".

[AP_Punk]

yep

[Ailite]

Fantastic news.

[IAmNietzche]

Coen Brothers need to not fall into the "make a film every year" category or they will start churning out shit films like Burn After Reading with regularity.

[Adeniz19]

I thought Burn After Reading was one of the better comedies of last year :shrug:

[WordzandDreamz]

I thought Burn After Reading was one of the better comedies of last year :shrug:

agreed.

[Chemical Love]

Sounds awesome.

[coryatlarge]

true grit is a great movie. i didnt know there was a book. i am going to have to read that. i think this could be a great remake. here's hoping.

[AshesAshes]

This use to be my favorite movie when I was growing up. Excited that its not a exact remake of the original film

[Smash Adams]

http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118008446.html?categoryid=13&cs=1
Jeff Bridges might star

[poppa Q]

Cool, love Bridges.

[IAmNietzche]

I thought Burn After Reading was one of the better comedies of last year :shrug:
It wasn't.

[Thomas Balkcom]

coming on Christmas

http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118014026.html?categoryid=13&cs=1&ref=bd_film

[eraserhead]

Burn After Reading was great.

[williek311]

I wish more directors would make westerns.

[Thomas Balkcom]

I'd like more original westerns and less remakes.

[Genuma]

this is going to be so good if the coen brothers can pull it off right.

[IAmNietzche]

Burn After Reading was great.
No way Richard Pounder.

[TJ Wells]

So I think we have a real possibility of Bridges winning back-to-back Oscars.

[CstSnow]

So I think we have a real possibility of Bridges winning back-to-back Oscars.

While I agree that his performance will most likely be Oscar worthy, and probably will get a nom, but do you think they would really give him the award for the second year in a row for playing a part that somebody else has already won an Oscar for?

[MickShamrock]

I thought Burn After Reading was one of the better comedies of last year :shrug:

Agreed. Hopefully this is a lot better than their remake of The Ladykillers.

[Full Effect Ed]

No way Richard Pounder.

Relax, people do have different opinions than yourself. No need to quote everyone's praised comments regarding Burn After Reading. We get it dude, you didn't like it.



I thought i was alright myself, JK Simmons really gave one of the funniest moments of his career with the minimal screen time he was given.

I've been hearing about True Grit for way too long now, I'm really looking forward to this, Jeff Bridges or not.

[poppa Q]

I'd like more original westerns and less remakes.
As would I.
While I agree that his performance will most likely be Oscar worthy, and probably will get a nom, but do you think they would really give him the award for the second year in a row for playing a part that somebody else has already won an Oscar for?
It sucks, but I agree. If someone is the best actor in a movie two years in a row they damn well deserve the award both times.

[Jefferson Rank]

This sounds like a great idea.

[MyNameIsRoss]

can't fucking wait

[poppa Q]

13 year old Hallee Stelnfeld gets the part of Mattie Ross:
http://geektyrant.com/news/2010/2/23/coen-brothers-cast-the-young-heroine-in-true-grit.html

[Thomas Balkcom]

simultaneous Coen Brothers bumps. I like it.

[Thomas Balkcom]

thread title changed.

[SlappedActor]

I will watch anything the Coen brothers make. For as prolific as they are, their consistency is remarkable.

[Thomas Balkcom]

Barry Pepper cast to play Duvall's character from the original film, "Lucky" Ned Pepper.

[mantipede]

I will watch anything the Coen brothers make. For as prolific as they are, their consistency is remarkable.

Very true, they have an amazing track record.

[Wake Up]

set pictures

http://www.flickr.com/photos/60154506@N00/page2/

[Chemical Love]

Really pumped for this.

[mantipede]

http://filmdrunk.uproxx.com/2010/07/first-look-at-jeff-bridges-in-coen-bros-true-grit

Pictures of Bridges dressed up.

[Thomas Balkcom]

http://www.slashfilm.com/wp/wp-content/images/true-grit-coen-brothers-first-official.jpg

[Drew Beringer]

so stoked for this.

[Star Slight]

Can't wait

[TJ Wells]

I'm curious, how many people have seen the original? Because honestly, it's really not that good of a movie, aside from Wayne's performance.

[coryatlarge]

I'm curious, how many people have seen the original? Because honestly, it's really not that good of a movie, aside from Wayne's performance.
I know the only reason I saw it was because John Wayne is worshiped by my step dad haha.

[TJ Wells]

Aww, skeet skeet skeet skeet.

http://trailers.apple.com/trailers/paramount/truegrit/

[Star Slight]

Noice

[TJ Wells]

Post-watch reaction; I WANT TO HAVE SEX WITH THAT TRAILER.

[coryatlarge]

fuck yeah. that trailer got me way more excited for this.

[KingG]

Can Not Freakin' Wait!

[mantipede]

Aww, skeet skeet skeet skeet.

http://trailers.apple.com/trailers/paramount/truegrit/

Came here to post this. Guuuuuh, I cannot freaking wait.

[TJ Wells]

Roger Deakins, enjoy your ninth Oscar nomination . Sadly, also enjoy probably losing again.

[terrycw89]

Roger Deakins, enjoy your ninth Oscar nomination . Sadly, also enjoy probably losing again.

Came in here to post pretty much the same thing.

[jbaseball44]

Trailer looks ballin

[meeotch]

Roger Deakins, enjoy your ninth Oscar nomination . Sadly, also enjoy probably losing again.

Came in here to post pretty much the same thing.
It really is a damn shame. I didn't realize it had been that many though.

[Full Effect Ed]

Consider me stoked

[jwicklun]

ohmygodohmygodohmygod

[popdisaster00]

Looks fucking awesome

[jwicklun]

boners all around.

[CstSnow]

By far my most anticipated movie right now.

[IamTheINDUSTRY]

boners all around.

for sure.

[Rawrr]

Holy shit, so excited for this. A Serious Man was one of my favorites of last year/favorite Coen works, know it's a different kind of film, but still, they definitely still "have it".

[itsmesean0630]

Wood: Sprouted.

[Thomas Balkcom]

http://thefilmstage.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/grit-bg.gif

[meeotch]

niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiicccccccccceeee

[flask]

Did anyone see the trailer before The Social Network? It was longer and more bad ass than the one on apple's website. Mostly because it used Johnny Cash's "Gods Gonna Cut You Down"

[porttheman]

I cant wait to see this!

[Gaston]

I cannot wait to see this.

[DickfaceChillah]

Did anyone see the trailer before The Social Network? It was longer and more bad ass than the one on apple's website. Mostly because it used Johnny Cash's "Gods Gonna Cut You Down"

It was a pretty great trailer. It displayed a lot more of the comedic aspects of the film that embodied the original. The teaser was more effective to me, though.

[flask]

It was a pretty great trailer. It displayed a lot more of the comedic aspects of the film that embodied the original. The teaser was more effective to me, though.

Yeah, this trailer gave away the fact that the girl gets kidnapped. I think they should have left that in the dark. I just loved the way it was paced perfectly to the song.

[DickfaceChillah]

Yeah, this trailer gave away the fact that the girl gets kidnapped. I think they should have left that in the dark. I just loved the way it was paced perfectly to the song.

It also made it feel like a wholey different film. The teaser seems targeted toward the No Country For Old Men audience, while the trailer feels much more broad. But it's all in marketing. Either way, both trailers have sold the film to me.

[IAmNietzche]

Roger Deakins, enjoy your ninth Oscar nomination . Sadly, also enjoy probably losing again.
ADM takes it.

[deadkidsean]

ADM takes it.
127 Hours?

[IAmNietzche]

127 Hours?
Absolutely. ADM is a god among men when it comes to shooting outdoors. 127 Hours is going to be his magnum opus.

[deadkidsean]

Absolutely. ADM is a god among men when it comes to shooting outdoors. 127 Hours is going to be his magnum opus.
100% agreed ... I just wasn't sure if that was what he was working on this year. Figured so, as it's DB, but wasn't positive. I can't wait for the film. I love Franco and (most of) Boyle.

[catherinexhimel]

I just saw a trailer for this at the theaters. It looks awesome and seems to be very No Country For Old Men-esque, which is my favorite Coen Brothers movie, so I'm stoked for it.

[cshadows2887]

Roger Deakins, enjoy your ninth Oscar nomination . Sadly, also enjoy probably losing again.

Always a bridesmaid. How come tech guys don't get "lifetime achievement/make-up" oscars like actors?

[Star Slight]

Full Length (http://filmdrunk.uproxx.com/2010/10/true-grit-full-length-trailer-omg-bear-on-a-horse-bear-on-a-horse#more-34558)

And a bear on a horse

[wall e]

This looks phenomenal

[Protested Hero]

Want want want.

[popdisaster00]

Now being released on Dec 22nd. Should be the perfect movie to go see on Christmas.

[eraserhead]

Just thinking about this movie gives me a chubby.

[Thomas Balkcom]

rated PG13.

[cshadows2887]

Eek.

[doyouhas?]

rated PG13.

A non-R rating worries me for some movies, but PG-13 seems completely appropriate for this. Should be so great.

[jwicklun]

I'm sure the Coen Brothers will do it justice.

[Thomas Balkcom]

I'm sure the Coen Brothers will do it justice.

right, I'm not concerned with this hurting the film's quality, but I am let down in the sense that I always just expected this to be rated R.

[Star Slight]

The fuck

[Chemical Love]

I dont like the PG-13 rating.

[vivatoto56]

Fuckin Pg13.

[flask]

No care about the PG13

[airik625]

Lame rating

[ImTheSheriff]

it'll still be awesome. simmer down everyone.

[vivatoto56]

I'm sure it will be awesome.

But there's nothing wrong with being let down when I wanted an R rating.

[ImTheSheriff]

i know, but let's wait to see it first shall we?

[vivatoto56]

Then someone should have made this thread in December.

I can be angry about the rating.

[ImTheSheriff]

yeah i don't care if you are, i'm just not going to let it bother me. i feel like some people are going to go into the movie thinking it's not going to be as good because it's not rated R. that's all.

[vivatoto56]

And I'm just saying it's something I'm less than excited about.

[ImTheSheriff]

and that's fine. that's your opinion, i just don't see how the PG-13 rating can make that much of a difference.

[vivatoto56]

I like the word "Fuck," and I like violence.

Statistically my favorite movies are rated R.

Just let me be pissed off for like a week and get over it. It can't be that hard.

[ImTheSheriff]

haha i already said i don't care that you're pissed.

[vivatoto56]

Well then don't say "I don't see how..." and not expect me to explain how.

[ImTheSheriff]

okay. go be mad, just don't hurt anyone.

[ShadowAmI]

Saw the trailer and I...
http://img87.imageshack.us/img87/7439/jmp.gif

[popdisaster00]

Damn. Should have been an R.

[deadkidsean]

Anyone upset ... can I ask you why, other than you selfishly wnated blood and cursing? Follow up: Have you ever seen the original? Or, for that matter, any American Western from that era?


Didn't think so. Stop bitching.

[DickfaceChillah]

I don't see how the word FUCK would work it's way into a film like this. A PG-13 is also more of a heavy rating than it used to be as well. The MPAA is very lenient on violence in PG-13 rated films these days. True Grit is not a film that revolves around it's violence anyhow. I think extreme and cold violence like that in No Country For Old Men would cheapen this film.

Also, a PG-13 BENEFITS this film. It has a strong young female lead that many young audience members will be able to look up to. If this movie earned an R, I think half the audience would've fell by the wayside. This will help the movie not only financially, but I also think that having a bigger audience will open up younger crowds to the Coen brothers films.

[deadkidsean]

Exactly. It is a dialogue-heavy, character-driven film about justice in the old west, not Un-fucking-forgiven. It's about innocence. Hell, the original was rated G.

[DickfaceChillah]

I don't think a lot of modern audiences connect to old westerns like True Grit as they do to, say, a 3:10 To Yuma remake or an Unforgiven, or The Proposition. And I understand that, but there's been enough wonderful, gritty and nihilistic Westerns in the past few years. True Grit is a parable. True Grit is not simply a shoot 'em up Western. I'm relieved it isn't an uncompromisingly violent Coen brothers picture.

[deadkidsean]

Yeah. Modern audiences are dense. That's pretty much what it comes down to.

[nolifesingedher]

I'm sure it will be awesome.

But there's nothing wrong with being let down when I wanted an R rating.

I for one understand why the rating gives you pause. Its a Coen movie so it should be uncompromising and PG-13 feels like a letdown. That being said, I'm still excited about it. I don't think this spells death for the movie but I am concerned like you.

[x1onexwo1fx]

was not aware this was pg-13. interesting. i hardly notice ratings anymore, though, save the occasional nc-17 *cough*blue valentine*cough* i don't think i've seen a coen bros. movie that wasn't rated r.

[xjulianx89]

was not aware this was pg-13. interesting. i hardly notice ratings anymore, though, save the occasional nc-17 *cough*blue valentine*cough* i don't think i've seen a coen bros. movie that wasn't rated r.
Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?

[x1onexwo1fx]

Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?

yeah, haven't seen it :-(

[ImTheSheriff]

yeah, haven't seen it :-(

you should, it's good.

[IAmNietzche]

Yeah. Modern audiences are dense. That's pretty much what it comes down to.
Your mom is dense.

[SlappedActor]

lol @ all the people pissed about the rating

Have none of you seen the original?

[deadkidsean]

Your mom is dense.

You're goddamn right she is.

[deadkidsean]

lol @ all the people pissed about the rating

Have none of you seen the original?
I think it's pretty clear they haven't, haha.

[vivatoto56]

I own the original and have seen it in the double digits.

And I would have loved this movie to be R.

It's not like it's going to stop me from seeing it.

There's nothing wrong with wanting it to be rated R. I'm sure they are thinking, "Oh my god, Vivatoto is complaining that it's rated Pg-13....we decided we're not going to show the movie."

Fuck off, let me think what I want.

[Healthy Scratch]

why would you 'love a movie to be rated r'?
shouldn't you just want it to be good?

and what about the orignal would even hint at a possible R?

[vivatoto56]

1. 95% percent of my favorite films are R.

2. Yes, I'd very much so like it to be good.

3. I'm not a fan of the shot for shot remake.

Why the fuck does everyone care that that bothers me?

I don't think this would be a big deal if everyone would shut up about it, it's not like you're changing my opinion.

The stupidest thing about this is I guarantee I'm more excited for this movie than everyone bitching me out.

[SlappedActor]

The stupidest thing about this is I guarantee I'm more excited for this movie than everyone bitching me out.

lololol who says stuff like this?

[vivatoto56]

lololol who says stuff like this?

This guy (http://www.absolutepunk.net/member.php?u=207887).

Who says laugh out loud out loud out loud?

[SlappedActor]

That picture explains a lot actually.

[vivatoto56]

That picture explains a lot actually.

...Who are you?

[vivatoto56]

Sitting at 100% with 8 reviews.

[Colorblind!]

To appease Sean, I know nothing about the original or Westerns in general, but I do kind of with this had an R rating simply because I was hoping for it not to be a shot for shot remake. Figured they'd Coen it up a little, add some healthy doses of philosophy and oddball shit like they usually incorporate.
I personally like films, especially if they're dark like the trailer for this one pointed to, to be uncompromising and uncomfortable, but I have faith in the Coens and love O Brother so I have no doubts this will rule.

[DickfaceChillah]

To appease Sean, I know nothing about the original or Westerns in general, but I do kind of with this had an R rating simply because I was hoping for it not to be a shot for shot remake. Figured they'd Coen it up a little, add some healthy doses of philosophy and oddball shit like they usually incorporate.
I personally like films, especially if they're dark like the trailer for this one pointed to, to be uncompromising and uncomfortable, but I have faith in the Coens and love O Brother so I have no doubts this will rule.

But a PG-13 rating doesn't guarantee it'll be shot-for-shot, nor does it hint that it won't deal with the odd, existential themes the Coens are known for...

[jwicklun]

I swear to God, if another critic bitches about the lack of humor...

[DickfaceChillah]

I swear to God, if another critic bitches about the lack of humor...

A lot of the early reviews of No Country For Old Men had this complaint. My mind was blown when I saw it, as it is so darkly comical.

[x1onexwo1fx]

yeah, Anton was scary as hell, but he was also kind of funny.

[Colorblind!]

But a PG-13 rating doesn't guarantee it'll be shot-for-shot, nor does it hint that it won't deal with the odd, existential themes the Coens are known for...

Sorry, I thought somebody earlier said it was going to be shot for shot, my mistake.

[Gaugzilla]

If ratings are a barometer of quality for a movie, then Pixar has been churning out garbage while Lions Gate's horror films are top of the line.

[vivatoto56]

Still gonna talk about that?

[Wake Up]

Still gonna talk about that?

IT'S IMPORTANT!!!!

[stayillogical]

I had no idea that some critics complained No Country For Old Men lacked some humor. How do you just completely miss the dark humor in that movie? I love those moments.

[DickfaceChillah]

I had no idea that some critics complained No Country For Old Men lacked some humor. How do you just completely miss the dark humor in that movie? I love those moments.

I'm gonna guess by not paying attention. I suspect a lot of critics are guilty of this.

[SkyHeldUpByStar]

I always thought the first two minutes of this clip were darkly comical. Partly because of Anton's ingenuity and nonchalant behavior, but also because of the editing. The cuts to wide while he's standing behind the car make me chuckle.

EZqVv_x-n0s

[Thomas Balkcom]

If ratings are a barometer of quality for a movie, then Pixar has been churning out garbage while Lions Gate's horror films are top of the line.

Is anyone actually stupid enough to make this assertion?

[domotime2]

im excited.

[vivatoto56]

Is anyone actually stupid enough to make this assertion?

I'm fairly certain they are under the impression I am because I said something along the lines of "Too bad it's not R."

[dirty frank]

gutted. just read it doesn't come till next month in the uk. would have loved to have seen this leading up to christmas

[Gaugzilla]

Is anyone actually stupid enough to make this assertion?
Have you read any comments on a movie that's been rated PG-13? For some reason, some people seem to think more blood/profanity = better movie.

[vivatoto56]

Holy shit, not one person has said that.

For about a day a few people said things along the lines of "Too bad..."

You continue to jump to conclusions and not let it go. I really want this movie to come out just so you can have something else to talk about.

[Ailite]

I'm seeing this tonight in New York, can't wait.

[WarpSpeedChewy]

I'm seeing this in Atlanta tonight as well. Really excited.

[airik625]

I'm seeing this in Atlanta tonight as well. Really excited.

Jealous.

[Thomas Balkcom]

I'm seeing this in Atlanta tonight as well. Really excited.

how'd you manage that?!

[Ailite]

I'm seeing this in Atlanta tonight as well. Really excited.

:highfive:

[WarpSpeedChewy]

how'd you manage that?!
CHUD.com offered passes to the screening. That site is great for that type of thing and I often get passes from them. I just hope I'm able to leave soon enough to get a good spot.

:highfive:
:highfive:

[Thomas Balkcom]

CHUD.com offered passes to the screening. I just hope I'm able to leave soon enough to get a good spot.

:highfive:

damn! Sorry I missed that.

[WarpSpeedChewy]

damn! Sorry I missed that.
Well, let's hope I'm able to get their at a good time since it's first come first serve type of deal.

[Thomas Balkcom]

Well, let's hope I'm able to get their at a good time since it's first come first serve type of deal.

what theater?

[WarpSpeedChewy]

Saw it. An unbelievably entertaining movie. A lot more light hearted and funny than I expected it to be. The trailer ironically isn't the best representation of it. It's insane how well Matt Damon and Jeff Bridges work off of each other.

what theater?
Atlantic station.

[thesafeword]

The PG-13 rating is a little off putting, but I still want to see it.

Edit- lol, posted this before reading the last page, oh well. I just feel like some things can be compromised in a PG-13 movie. And so what if I enjoy some swearing, increased violence and/or nudity.

[Ailite]

what theater?
I spent 22 dollars to get to New York and didn't get into the theatre. DISAPPOINTING

[chasingsafety]

seeing this tonight. im excited im 2 for 2 this week both black swan and tron were good

[GeeBee]

Saw it. An unbelievably entertaining movie. A lot more light hearted and funny than I expected it to be. The trailer ironically isn't the best representation of it. It's insane how well Matt Damon and Jeff Bridges work off of each other.


Atlantic station.
I find their movies to suffer from this quite often. The trailers misrepresent what the film actually turns out to be.

[chasingsafety]

Saw it. An unbelievably entertaining movie. A lot more light hearted and funny than I expected it to be. The trailer ironically isn't the best representation of it. It's insane how well Matt Damon and Jeff Bridges work off of each other.
.

Yea the trailer was really misleading. It made it seem like it would be much heavier than it really was (the kidnapping scene in the trailer which you think would be this huge event and really propel the movie was just a blip in the film)

the whole film was about the relationship between Damon Bridges and the girl and their bantering. If you arent a fan of westerns than you wont be a fan of this film. I was pretty amused with it all but at the same time wasnt blown away. I wont watch it again kinda feeling. Yea i saw it but would i recommend someone to go out and spend 10 bucks on it. I doubt it

i was glad it was free

[flask]

I find their movies to suffer from this quite often. The trailers misrepresent what the film actually turns out to be.

Coen Bro. movies always have awesome trailers though.

[WarpSpeedChewy]

I spent 22 dollars to get to New York and didn't get into the theatre. DISAPPOINTING
Sorry. This nearly happened to me. I got there 10 mintues before the time it was supposed to be showing and I was extremely surprised I got in nonetheless a miracle I was able to get me and my friend decent seats together.

I find their movies to suffer from this quite often. The trailers misrepresent what the film actually turns out to be.
Yeah, the commercials for it make it seem something closer to No Country For Old Men than O Brother. It's actually a pretty good mix of those 2.

[jbaseball44]

http://www.slantmagazine.com/film/review/true-grit/5211

Three stars from Slant

[WordzandDreamz]

The PG-13 rating is a little off putting, but I still want to see it.

Edit- lol, posted this before reading the last page, oh well. I just feel like some things can be compromised in a PG-13 movie. And so what if I enjoy some swearing, increased violence and/or nudity.

The film is definitely on the violent side.

[jbaseball44]

http://rogerebert.suntimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20101221/REVIEWS/101229997
Three 1/2 stars from Ebert

[wall e]

Can't wait for this

[poppa Q]

Fortunately, you don't have to.

[wall e]

Yarrr, I have to wait until next week because I don't have any time this week

[Recovery Room]

I've been anticipating this for the longest time and even though I now know it's the Coen Bros. doing a genre flick, I can get down.

[Jefferson Rank]

Tomorrow?

[zion the lion]

So people complain when a movie is PG-13, but they'll complain about another movie being NC-17. If it bothers anyone that much just take the MPAA hostage every time a movie comes out.

And I'm seeing this on christmas.

[deadkidsean]

Tomorrow?
10:45. Counting down the minutes.

[stayillogical]

I loved it.

Edit: I was just thinking, it's amazing how I laughed more in this movie than any comedy released this year. This is a serious contender for the top of my list (no surpise there). I really loved everything about it. And dammit, if Deakins doesn't win Best Cinematography, there is no justice.

[deadkidsean]

What a great, great movie and truly hilarious -- their funniest since O' Brother. If I knew nothing about it going in, I could have EASILY pegged it as a Coen brothers product. Great writing, cast, cinematography. Really just enjoyed myself. The film FLEW by. So well-paced. Top 5 material, certainly. Looking forward to discussing once more people see it.


I loved it.

[deadkidsean]

And man, it was one of the most violent PG-13 films I've seen in terms of blood. I never, ever thought they'd be able to show point-blank gunshot to the face WITH blood splatter. And Hell, that one cat got his fingers straight chopped off. That really surprised me.


And man, I loved Bridges' last shot. Fires his revolver, drops to his knees, complains about his age one last time, haha.

[meeotch]

Going with my dad Friday. Can't wait.

[drewinseries]

Cannot wait to see this. I have a final tomorrow (the 23) and I should use my time/money afterwards to get my girlfriends christmas gifts. Will I? Probably not. Will I go see this instead? Probably.

[deadkidsean]

What's everyone's favorite performance? I GOTTA go w/ Barry Pepper. Gave me chills. Wish his role was bigger man.

[Recovery Room]

What's everyone's favorite performance? I GOTTA go w/ Barry Pepper. Gave me chills. Wish his role was bigger man.
Whoa, even better than Bridges?!

Really can't wait to see this, hope I can still make it happen tonight.

[narcoleptic953]

So psyched to see this.

[deadkidsean]

Whoa, even better than Bridges?!

Really can't wait to see this, hope I can still make it happen tonight.

Given his VERY limited time, ya. I had zero idea it was him until the end, haha, that's how good a performance/makeover it was. Of course Bridges shines, but Pepper crushed it.

[Thomas Balkcom]

definitely agreed on Pepper, he was goddamn fantastic.

[Thomas Balkcom]

and the Mondo poster is on sale.

[itsmesean0630]

Might see this with my dad tomorrow night. So excited. He loves the original, so I'm interested to see what he thinks of the remake.

[jbaseball44]

Going to see it at 730

[Paulie4star]

Want to see this so bad.

[vivatoto56]

Going at 10.

[fly_guy]

Going at 9:40. No one will see it with me so I guess Im going alone. Really excited

[Jefferson Rank]

Going at 9:40. No one will see it with me so I guess Im going alone. Really excited

At least it's free for you or something.

I just got back from seeing this. I really liked the cinematography and dialogue.

[s.t.e.v.e.n.]

Just got back from this. Really enjoyed it. Great acting. I've always hated John Wayne so it doesn't take much for me to prefer this to the original, but I thought Bridges was great as usual. Seemed to be lacking something I can't quite put my finger on at the moment. 8/10.

Edit: And I completely agree about Pepper. He was great.

[jbaseball44]

Good flick to be sure, not as great as some of their others but still solid.

[Recovery Room]

This was exactly what I expected and then some.

Beautifully shot, wonderfully written and perfectly acted; the comedic touch seasoned with it was a nice addition as well.

Cannot wait to go see this again.

I'd rank it right up there in a tie with Inception and The Social Network for favorite of 2010.

P.S. I was really touched and moved there towards the end and throughout the whole sequence when he scaled down the pit, sucked out the poison, stabbed the horse, shot the horse, picked her up, was running and fell to his knees.

[Recovery Room]

What's everyone's favorite performance? I GOTTA go w/ Barry Pepper. Gave me chills. Wish his role was bigger man.
Pepper was great, still gotta give the nod to Bridges, though. And the young girl deserves major props. It's rare for me not to groan at a child actor's performance but she was perfect -- didn't think I was watching anything but how that character would be once.

[deadkidsean]

Pepper was great, still gotta give the nod to Bridges, though. And the young girl deserves major props. It's rare for me not to groan at a child actor's performance but she was perfect -- didn't think I was watching anything but how that character would be once.
Ya, she was phenomenal. Seemed mature beyond her years (part of that was the character, but Hailee killed it). Especially for her first role man. Really good.

[Recovery Room]

By the way, this ALMOST got ruined for me by the two dweebs conversing behind me at certain parts.

For example, when she was on the roof they were like, "She's going to fall. Yeah." Of course she didn't and they look like morons. Can't stand when people try and predict what's going to happen out loud while watching a movie.. Save the commentary for the filmmakers and when I'm watching it on Blu-Ray.

[fly_guy]

At least it's free for you or something.

I just got back from seeing this. I really liked the cinematography and dialogue.

Since it just came out, we employees dont get to see it for free. I spent $9, but I have really been looking forward to it. It was the best movie I've seen all year. Completely perfect

[fly_guy]

The end was so sad

[pshh]

good, not great, wasn't blown away as much as NCFOM

[vivatoto56]

Wow, movie was stunning.

[SeeTheLights]

Seeing it at 2:00 today.

[Losthope182]

Going to try and see this tonight after I finish the last of my shopping, but I feel like shit right now, so we'll see.

[jbaseball44]

Agreed that all the performances are spot on

[surfwaxsideshow]

It's a very good movie, but not an excellent one. It's visually incredible and the performances (especially the three main characters) are excellent. With that said, I was disappointed by the choice to frame the movie with Mattie grown up. While many have criticized the epilogue, I was actually more put off by what this choice did to the beginning. One, it takes away a lot of the tension to know that she lives through the ordeal, and two, the dramatic impact of her father's death is almost nonexistent. The epilogue similarly lacks punch, although I found it slightly more satisfying than the film's opening.

I genuinely did like the film, but it just kind of felt like something was missing for much of it. Aside from two virtually perfect scenes (first, where Mattie rides the horse across the river when she is denied help, and second, the cabin shooting) I never felt like the movie truly capitalized on its full potential. For a film that had little reason not to be unabashedly epic (and probably would have benefited from a lack of restraint), some crucial moments felt slightly subdued (particularly Chaney's final scene). Overall, I'd definitely recommend it and might even see it again before it leaves theaters, but it wasn't the knockout best film of the year that I (perhaps unreasonably) expected.

[Colorblind!]

I know nothing of the originals or Westerns in general, so all of this was new to me.
I was enthralled the entire movie, not a single bad performance, some absurdly funny stuff like the man in the bear skin and the guy in Ned's crew making all the animal noises and fantastic dialogue. It stands for me as one of the best movies of the year, but I still come away slightly let down.
NCFOM and A Serious Man are two of my favorite films and all have so much going on, be it symbolism or philosophical interjections, and this (unless I'm missing something) was felt like entertainment and never really went into anything substantial. While I think that's completely valid, just in light of their two past films which I've watched and re-watched and discussed for hours I don't think this is as powerful.

Still, adored it.

[Jefferson Rank]

The end was so sad

Had you not seen the John Wayne one?

[Ailite]

I loved it. So many beautiful shots. I was so touched for the lsat 20 minutes.

[WTG]

Just saw this. Really good movie.

[vivatoto56]

I think Josh Brolin stole it once he popped in.

[Stavie Steelo]

Movie was just eh. Wasn't awful wasn't great. Had good parts had boring parts. Expected more from this.

[irthesteve]

Annoying how the main character isn't on movie posters or in the end credits as the main star. In all honesty though, she bugged the shit out of me the whole movie... I swear she had the same look on her face throughout. Score was cheesy as well.

Enjoyed it overall, though it did drag in parts. And what the hell was up with animal noises man, none of my friends could figure it out (and if the answer is that you have to read the book or watch the first film, that isn't an excuse)

[Trainsaw]

Liked the movie a whole lot, that dick bag Rex Reed spoiled the ending in his review tho so I knew what was gonna happen. Kinda ruined the suspense

[deadkidsean]

Annoying how the main character isn't on movie posters or in the end credits as the main star. In all honesty though, she bugged the shit out of me the whole movie... I swear she had the same look on her face throughout. Score was cheesy as well.

Enjoyed it overall, though it did drag in parts. And what the hell was up with animal noises man, none of my friends could figure it out (and if the answer is that you have to read the book or watch the first film, that isn't an excuse)

I thought it was pretty clear that he was mentally retarded.

[jbaseball44]

I thought it was pretty clear that he was mentally retarded.
Was also under that impression

[batmannj]

I liked the movie overall, and I think the performances by the cast were all excellent. My favorite scene was when Mattie was trying to trade for the horses, vintage Coen Brothers scene, and it was hilarious.

I wasn't impressed by the score, but I mean that is more nit picky than anything else.

[Chemical Love]

I should try to catch a early afternoon showing today. I'm still really excited to see this.

[irthesteve]

I thought it was pretty clear that he was mentally retarded.

Still felt weird and out of place. Was he supposed to be comedic or just strange

[-Aaron-]

Still felt weird and out of place. Was he supposed to be comedic or just strange


Do you realize that throughout movies/history in most gangs of bandits in the West there were mental people?

It's funny that you creamed your undies over Black Swan but keep talking down on this.

[irthesteve]

Do you realize that throughout movies/history in most gangs of bandits in the West there were mental people?

It's funny that you creamed your undies over Black Swan but keep talking down on this.

Well Black Swan is a better movie, and I already said I liked this movie anyway so fuck off

[deadkidsean]

Still felt weird and out of place. Was he supposed to be comedic or just strange
Common in Westerns/real life 'Wild West.'


And the Coen brothers have made a living on weird and out of place. So even if it weren't common, it still shouldn't really surprise you.

EDIT: Already answered. Nvm.

[Thomas Balkcom]

Since we're throwing out opinions, True Grit is superior to Black Swan.

[spiffa0]

Loved True Grit. Felt like the trailer does not do the movie justice at all.

[stayillogical]

Since we're throwing out opinions, True Grit is superior to Black Swan.

Haha, I decided to just leave this one alone so thanks for throwing that out there.

[jusscali]

It was okay. Almost cried after minutes of unintentional laughter as he rode her back to help. Gave it to her raw.

[zion the lion]

I was supposed to see this tonight. I was looking forward to it but my mom had to go to the hospital last night and is just too sick to go, and she was my ride and my movie buddy.

[flask]

Since we're throwing out opinions, True Grit is superior to Black Swan.

As a fan of both, I'll agree with this statement.

I would also watch a 3 hour movie about the various adventures of the Bear Man.

[Jefferson Rank]

I thought Black Swan and True Grit were about even. I enjoyed True Grit more though. While a great movie, Black Swan isn't entirely enjoyable.

[SgtSmegma]

Definitely a different movie than I was expecting, but I still enjoyed it. It did not live up to my lofty expectations, still. Probably a 7.5/10

[deadkidsean]

To the many people saying it wasn't what you were expecting:


What the hell were you expecting? Have you never seen a Western before? Did you just want NCFOM Pt. 2? What gives?

[Full Effect Ed]

Fucking amateurs, dude

...a lot are in this thread

[Healthy Scratch]

movie was alright. not great. coulda used some tits. maybe some bruce willis-style 'yippee kay yay motherfuckers' when cogburn was charging on his horse. fucking pg-13 rating.
/sarcasm

[drewinseries]

Saw this last night with my dad, really enjoyed it. Hoping to see it again sometime soon.

[popdisaster00]

Saw it last night, loved it. The last 10 minutes or so with Cogburn bringing Mattie back on the horse was beautiful. It was a perfect blend of humor and suspense.

[Wake Up]

Had a lot of fun with this one.

[ThisIsNotDan]

saw it last night, enjoyed it. there were a few "wait, what did he say?" moments for me with Cogburn, but it was good. got a big kick out of the animal noises guy and Steinfeld was fantastic

[L'Inhumaine]

Barry Pepper always makes the most of his screen time.

[pleasedontask]

Seeing this on sunday, where does it rank among the best movies of this year?

[L'Inhumaine]

Seeing this on sunday, where does it rank among the best movies of this year?
Depends on who you ask. It was probably the best wide release film of the year.

[pleasedontask]

Depends on who you ask. It was probably the best wide release film of the year.

Over Social Network, Toy Story, Inception, etc.?

[L'Inhumaine]

Over Social Network, Toy Story, Inception, etc.?
It's much better than any of those films.

[ShadowAmI]

Barry Pepper always makes the most of his screen time.

This. He's a great actor.

[Thomas Balkcom]

Depends on who you ask. It was probably the best wide release film of the year.

yes, it was. And I can tell this is Dan.

[Recovery Room]

Already saw it twice, really want to go again.

[jbaseball44]

yes, it was. And I can tell this is Dan.
Didn't realize you were such a fan of this, Social Network was better for me

[stayillogical]

I liked this more than Social Network too, but then again, I'm partial to the Coen brothers.

[L'Inhumaine]

yes, it was. And I can tell this is Dan.
Shhhhhh...

[Matt Chylak]

seeing this on friday afternoon. pretty excited; even my dad (who hasn't expressed interest in movie theaters in over two years) said he wants to see this.

[jbaseball44]

It's much better than any of those films.
Didn't know you had seen Social Network, thought you were passing on it. Did you like it at all?

[L'Inhumaine]

Didn't know you had seen Social Network, thought you were passing on it. Did you like it at all?
I liked it. I thought there was some great dialogue and the acting was very good. I had no interest in the subject matter and the film didn't draw me in despite that, like I'd hoped. Overall it wasn't bad.

[jbaseball44]

I liked it. I thought there was some great dialogue and the acting was very good. I had no interest in the subject matter and the film didn't draw me in despite that, like I'd hoped. Overall it wasn't bad.
Glad to hear you liked some aspects of it.

[deadkidsean]

Agreed on this being exemplary and easily one of the years best.

[MADSTA]

I liked this, but the ending seemed a bit weird to me.

[wall e]

Awesome movie.

[Protested Hero]

Good stuff.

[cantnokdahustle]

Anyone find rationale for why Pepper played Ned as though he were Robert Duval?