tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post2383918419975513937..comments2024-03-29T04:12:44.919+13:00Comments on Cinematic Paradox: I Will Find You and I Will Bring You HomeStevee Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12284769251750574447noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-60408687800772111332012-02-01T22:28:20.142+13:002012-02-01T22:28:20.142+13:00Exactly - I'm glad that someone agrees with me...Exactly - I'm glad that someone agrees with me!Stevee Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12284769251750574447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-51716782786655123612012-01-30T01:59:16.949+13:002012-01-30T01:59:16.949+13:00This film has stirred up quite some hate, because ...This film has stirred up quite some hate, because of how it is filled with 'typical Spielberg' stuff. Is that particularly bad? Do you hate a Hitchcock film for having suspense similar to another? No. War Horse, while not a phenomenal film is still a great story with sentimentality and engaging. Though, it does have its flaws.<br /><br />Terrific review, and I agree with your final comments.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11776335173868465442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-16111451193754599622012-01-29T15:34:57.236+13:002012-01-29T15:34:57.236+13:00Thanks! Joey was a magnificent creature indeed :)Thanks! Joey was a magnificent creature indeed :)Stevee Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12284769251750574447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-22771770297442070242012-01-29T15:33:58.998+13:002012-01-29T15:33:58.998+13:00I think that's part of the reason why I love S...I think that's part of the reason why I love Spielberg's work - I'm an emotional wee one.Stevee Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12284769251750574447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-88286898967202850602012-01-29T15:33:22.386+13:002012-01-29T15:33:22.386+13:00There were a few things that I picked up criticall...There were a few things that I picked up critically...I'm such a snob! And yes, that is exactly right. Thanks!Stevee Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12284769251750574447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-67342745720819988002012-01-29T15:31:47.524+13:002012-01-29T15:31:47.524+13:00I was almost sick in Dragon Tattoo when that happe...I was almost sick in Dragon Tattoo when that happened. Huge cat fan, too. Bloody Fincher.Stevee Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12284769251750574447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-40541891811839535462012-01-29T15:31:10.717+13:002012-01-29T15:31:10.717+13:00Cool story bro.Cool story bro.Stevee Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12284769251750574447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-15085155236311351252012-01-29T15:30:49.921+13:002012-01-29T15:30:49.921+13:00Get it done, before the Oscars! You might like it....Get it done, before the Oscars! You might like it. Thanks!Stevee Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12284769251750574447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-34528940971822441832012-01-29T15:30:20.642+13:002012-01-29T15:30:20.642+13:00You found In Bruges personal? Please don't say...You found In Bruges personal? Please don't say you killed a little boy! Haha, jokes. That's awesome. <br /><br />I dislike the name Joey, too. It sounds like a kangaroos name, to me. Haha.<br /><br />You need to get a pet :)Stevee Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12284769251750574447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-4683230113947124312012-01-29T15:28:05.459+13:002012-01-29T15:28:05.459+13:00Yeah, you'll hate it! And no, it doesn't m...Yeah, you'll hate it! And no, it doesn't matter, but other's opinions always get the better of me. Thanks!Stevee Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12284769251750574447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-85165842663006235502012-01-29T15:26:38.023+13:002012-01-29T15:26:38.023+13:00Awww, if I had a horse I'd go home and give it...Awww, if I had a horse I'd go home and give it a hug too! And I know how that feels, with your dog. I had a horse for 15 years and it was hard to say goodbye.<br />I don't think it is Oscar worthy either, but I don't understand why everyone thinks it is so bad.Stevee Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12284769251750574447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-9588955122124969822012-01-28T11:31:04.574+13:002012-01-28T11:31:04.574+13:00Wonderful review, Stevee. Films are so personal th...Wonderful review, Stevee. Films are so personal that it can resonate deeper to one and others can deem it as rubbish, emotionally manipulative, etc. I was quite moved by this film though I do feel that the over-sentimentality did get to be too much at the end. Still it's a good movie and I enjoyed the performances. I'm not into horses as much as you but I was so in love by Joey, what a magnificent creature, he just touched every single human being's life that he comes into contact with.ruthhttp://flixchatter.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-52206849113983326292012-01-28T04:54:11.641+13:002012-01-28T04:54:11.641+13:00You're right to mention the emotional manipula...You're right to mention the emotional manipulation - Spielberg is a master at it. But ultimately storytelling is about playing around with the emotions and the director's focus is on taking his/her audience's emotions on a sort of rollercoaster. I haven't seen this yet but I'm looking forward to watching it.Danhttp://www.top10films.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-38954776351903723312012-01-27T12:07:03.667+13:002012-01-27T12:07:03.667+13:00There is no shame in liking a movie that most thin...There is no shame in liking a movie that most think it's bad- I am sure everyone has perfect examples for that (mine are Dirty Dancing and Cry Baby), because, as you said, it is all about the connection with the movie- somehow, these films, just raise a flame in you and appeal to you consciously or not; it can be something you have, or desire, or need! In your case, the loss of your horse is the answer! Like I said in my review, for me, a non-lover of animals, it didn't do much, but it's understandable for you! Oh, and you said you didn't watch it with a critical eye- I think you did, there are some great things there! I loved your review!Dianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18333927581755884053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-43370018708583440822012-01-27T07:29:54.813+13:002012-01-27T07:29:54.813+13:00Beautiful review! I disliked the movie but I can t...Beautiful review! I disliked the movie but I can totally see where are you coming from, I love dogs and if for example the animal killed in Dragon Tatttoo would be a dog I'd probably be in tears.s.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13987831438787776712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-25421384644745392942012-01-27T04:21:38.587+13:002012-01-27T04:21:38.587+13:00Our first house was new & only cost $137,000 f...Our first house was new & only cost $137,000 for a 2045 square foot bi-level home in town which included the lot.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rentalchoice.com" rel="nofollow">Rental Management</a>Alastairvaglehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14460580563001389875noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-89760911922002100982012-01-27T00:59:54.222+13:002012-01-27T00:59:54.222+13:00I am super happy you enjoyed this film so much Ste...I am super happy you enjoyed this film so much Stevee. It had to be so, with your love of all things HORSE related.<br /><br />I haven't seen it yet, not my bag, but I need to get it done before the oscars!!<br /><br />Great reviewScott Lawlorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13494245383368638698noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-15558951116768877132012-01-27T00:31:03.330+13:002012-01-27T00:31:03.330+13:00I hated this film, but I can understand why you mu...I hated this film, but I can understand why you must have loved it. Films have that power to crossover from the screen, into our lives, which is why we love them so. I mean I found In Bruges extremely personal, and I am no Irish hitman.<br />I've never had pets, and never felt the need for them (aren't I all fuzzy inside?). I don't really like animal movies either. I had a quite opposite idea of how the horse brought about death to everyone it met, even though it was a beautiful horse. Also I hate the name Joey. I really tried liking it... the middle part was making me warm up to it, but that wire-cutter scene came and ruined everything.<br />It really does not deserve those nominations.Nikhathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10379713171889712078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-48981245084664137802012-01-26T21:40:38.828+13:002012-01-26T21:40:38.828+13:00I haven't seen WAR HORSE, so I cannot pass jud...I haven't seen WAR HORSE, so I cannot pass judgment on it. I have no problem that you loved it, even though I am almost certain from what I have seen and heard that I will hate it. If a movie really moves you emotionally and personally, then it doesn't matter how "bad" the movie is according to others. Some of my favourite movies, such as the intensely personal and very meaningful independent cinema masterpiece THE BROWN BUNNY, are hated by many others. I say good for you that you have found a film that really speaks to you in this unique way. Well done!Tylerhttp://magnoliaforever.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2587775651487578742.post-7890680844754894712012-01-26T21:40:03.438+13:002012-01-26T21:40:03.438+13:00Aaaw, I understand completely how you feel! :) My ...Aaaw, I understand completely how you feel! :) My friend has a horse, and she told me after she saw this movie (she cried buckets too) she had to go straight home and give him a hug! Any movies involving dogs usually get me going, after the dog I grew up with since I was ONE passed away when she was sixteen. <br />I honestly didn't think War Horse was as bad as everyone else is saying. Maybe I don't think it's Oscar worthy, but still quite touching.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00175638828147935702noreply@blogger.com