Movies

Since this is a movie thread….what did you all think of "Alone yet not Alone", of those who saw it?

I'm glad someone finally asked! =D

I was actually very impressed with it. I went in with pretty low expectations, because the trailer didn't look that good, but I was pleasantly surprised. I thought the acting was above average, the camera work was very good, the music was fitting, and the sets were well done.

Now I know the big thing that most people didn't like was the violence. But actually – as morbid as this may sound – that was one of my favorite parts. Not because I like violence, but because the makers of the movie were actually bold enough to portray the Indians in an historically accurate way, when it came to the way they fought. Sure, it may have been disturbing to see/hear the tomahawks making contact, to see gunshot wounds, etc. But that's how it happened. They didn't shrink back and try to make it palatable. I thought that was a very admirable decision on the part of the movie makers.

Now, another issue was that there was no gospel presentation. Some would say, "What's the point of having a Christian movie if you're not going to present the gospel?" I agree, to some extent. However, I don't think the purpose of the movie was evangelistic. It was a cinematic depiction of a beloved book. Nothing more. I appreciated the brief scene where Barbara told her Indian lover that her God was different from his. That He had sent His Son Jesus to forgive our sins. I thought that was a good way to at least reference the gospel, without making it seem out of place. That's the problem with a lot of Christian movies sometimes: they make it seem really forced. That's why I was sort of okay with the fact that there wasn't really a true presentation of the gospel in the movie. I was afraid that if one had been included, it would have ruined the flow of the movie.

So anyway…. yeah, I liked it. I'm interested to hear what others thought though.

I enjoyed it! I was glad that they stuck as close to the book as they did. I hate it when I watch a movie based on a book and it is nothing like the book. I also thought it was cool that I recognized at least three of the actors from either other movies or books:)

I completely agree with all that, but I will never stop whining about how the books are always better than the movies. Never.

I agree, I love how books can let you see the characters thoughts in a way that you just can't express in a movie.

I totally agree, ISC!

I completely agree with all that, but I will never stop whining about how the books are always better than the movies. Never.

Wise words of wisdom.

You people are so mean! The point of having a superhero around is that no one dies! Ever heard of the Punisher? Iron Man? Captain America? Wolverine? Rorschach? Etc

Punisher's not a super hero. He's a freelancing vigilante. Iron Man and Cap, when they have killed, have had extenuating circumstances surrounding those particular events. Logan's....................Logan. He's had...a difficult past. And stuff. And adamantium claws. *goes to look up Rorschach, even though the name sounds familiar*

My dad and I peeked in…it was really loud!!

HOW DARE YOU SAY THE PUNISHER (bless his name) ain't a Super hero! Of course he is! Wolverine is one of the most recognizable superheroes ever. Rorschach is also widely recognized as a superhero, and he's almost as violent as the punisher!

Rorschach is also widely recognized as a superhero, and he's almost as violent as the punisher!

I think that might be why he's kinda controversial on here.

YOU DON'T EVEN KNOW WHO HE IS! Heck, you don't even know who Punisher is!

I don't need to know all about something to figure out why people don't like it. Just so you know, I'm okay with a little bit of violence, but if it's for the wrong reason, as the Punisher and Rorschach's seem to be, then it's not good.
EDIT: Is not knowing about all these so-called "superheroes" a problem?

I can't believe I'm reading this! Rorschach and the punisher only commit violence for a good reason, like preventing a murder or taking down a mafia organization. I have a feeling that you know nothing about these two besides a picture, and maybe not even that.

I have no clue who Rorschach is. I have heard of the punisher from my cousins who are crazy about Marvel.

Glad to have ye aboard, josh!

Are you doing school today or no?

Maybe, I'm on a huge break for the next week, but I'll still do a bit of school. How bout you?

I am not for today but next week will be back on track….even this week we didn't get on track with school after Nats because of the holiday.

Do you go to Xavier's School for gifted youngsters?

LOL is that even a real school? (I promise you I will not say lol as much as my sister)

No one can 'lol' as much as your sister!

Precisely.

Have any of you watched "The Radicals" before?

I have not. What is it about?

It's about the war between the Catholics and the Protestants. It's really good!

Ok my sister probably knows what it is.

Okay.

She'll 'Lol' when Carissa axes her!

Dood, due u even no howe 2 spel?

No, I most certainly don't. How about you?

Knowpe.

Hey I'm back. Anyone know where people like Sam and Danielle are today?……No wait, Danielle is standing right behind me.

Sounds like a horror movie!

Sam just woke up. And is leaving. But might be back later today.

Hey Sam!

Entirely. xD

Interesting….Danielle says hi to all.

And we say hi back

She said- hi??? I thought she'd be saying LOL! :P

She doesn't say lol in real life, she just laughs lol ;).

Yes, I noticed that. xD And now I can't fault her for saying lol all over the place, because now I know that she seriously does do that in real life. xP

Yep that's true. @Noah when you say "we say hi" does it mean you and the other people or you and Deadpool?

Sam resumes talking in third person :P

Christian chuckles.

Ian stares at the screen with a straight face. (Just barely.)

Stefani is surrounded by crazy people :D

Since this is a movie thread....what did you all think of "Alone yet not Alone", of those who saw it?

The movie itself was pretty good not incredible but good. :) I'll always love it though just cause of the memories it holds being at nats and all :P :) It was a awesome way to end and awesome 3 days. ;)

Stefani is surrounded by crazy people :D

Yes you are dear! :P Its one of the only things we have in common…. jk!

Yep that's true. @Noah when you say "we say hi" does it mean you and the other people or you and Deadpool?

Me and Deadpool. Do you wanna know how I got these personalities?