Official "Once Upon A Time In Mexico" Discussion Thread
07-19-03, 12:24 PM
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OK seriously, is there ANY actor alive better than Johnny Depp. I mean, I can't even see many in the same category. He looks absolutely awesom in this movie, & look at this character compared to Jack Sparrow, compared to Gilbert Grape, compared to Donnie Brasco, compared to Fear & Loathing in Las Vegas, compared to Sleepy Hollow compared to Benny & Joon, etc etc, etc. The guy is so diverse it's insane, & he is convinving & brilliant in every single role, even if the movie is not up to par. I cannot wait for this movie.
07-19-03, 01:16 PM
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I'm just curious, anyone know why this movie was held for 2 years? Usually a bad sign, but dammit this flick looks like fun. (Was finished in 2001 apparently... I can understand why it wouldn't be released in late 2001 or early 2002.. Summer 2002 somewhat understandable.. but Fall 2003? Seems like a stretch.)
Most creative looking action flick this year..and also the lowest budgetted ($30m)
Most creative looking action flick this year..and also the lowest budgetted ($30m)
07-19-03, 03:00 PM
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RichC2,
Apparently the test screenings haven't gone so well since test audiences found the film incoherent. Although a few people blame that on the version screened not having English subtitles since a huge chunk of the movie is reportedly in Spanish. Also Robert Rodriguez has been reported to be experimenting a lot with what he can do in this movie since he wants to push the limits of what can be accomplished in HD.
I forone will keep an open mind until I finally see the movie. I've wanted another Mariachi so bad that no one (Enrique Iglesias) and nothing (bad word of mouth) will keep me from seing it.
I just hope that since the film was shot on video that the DVD feature removable English subtitles since I wish the ones present in Desperado weren't there (I personally find them obtrusive since Spanish is my first language).
Apparently the test screenings haven't gone so well since test audiences found the film incoherent. Although a few people blame that on the version screened not having English subtitles since a huge chunk of the movie is reportedly in Spanish. Also Robert Rodriguez has been reported to be experimenting a lot with what he can do in this movie since he wants to push the limits of what can be accomplished in HD.
I forone will keep an open mind until I finally see the movie. I've wanted another Mariachi so bad that no one (Enrique Iglesias) and nothing (bad word of mouth) will keep me from seing it.
I just hope that since the film was shot on video that the DVD feature removable English subtitles since I wish the ones present in Desperado weren't there (I personally find them obtrusive since Spanish is my first language).
07-20-03, 01:45 AM
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Originally posted by jdslater
looks cool!depp looks good in this, have you seen him with the shades and the eye make-up.
looks cool!depp looks good in this, have you seen him with the shades and the eye make-up.
Spoiler:
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07-20-03, 07:44 AM
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Originally posted by Trigger
Can't wait - glad to see Rodriguez working on films for my age group again rather than those kids movies he's been doing.
Can't wait - glad to see Rodriguez working on films for my age group again rather than those kids movies he's been doing.
07-21-03, 08:23 AM
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Originally posted by Groucho
I don't know if you've seen any of the Spy Kids movies, but they are great regardless of your age.
I don't know if you've seen any of the Spy Kids movies, but they are great regardless of your age.
Man this trailer also took me by surprise, and it looks HOT. I love the Juno Reactor song they used in the 2nd half of the trailer, I love that song and it's perfect for this movie. I am now officially excited.
07-21-03, 10:24 AM
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Originally posted by RocShemp
RichC2,
Apparently the test screenings haven't gone so well since test audiences found the film incoherent. Although a few people blame that on the version screened not having English subtitles since a huge chunk of the movie is reportedly in Spanish. Also Robert Rodriguez has been reported to be experimenting a lot with what he can do in this movie since he wants to push the limits of what can be accomplished in HD.
I forone will keep an open mind until I finally see the movie. I've wanted another Mariachi so bad that no one (Enrique Iglesias) and nothing (bad word of mouth) will keep me from seing it.
I just hope that since the film was shot on video that the DVD feature removable English subtitles since I wish the ones present in Desperado weren't there (I personally find them obtrusive since Spanish is my first language).
RichC2,
Apparently the test screenings haven't gone so well since test audiences found the film incoherent. Although a few people blame that on the version screened not having English subtitles since a huge chunk of the movie is reportedly in Spanish. Also Robert Rodriguez has been reported to be experimenting a lot with what he can do in this movie since he wants to push the limits of what can be accomplished in HD.
I forone will keep an open mind until I finally see the movie. I've wanted another Mariachi so bad that no one (Enrique Iglesias) and nothing (bad word of mouth) will keep me from seing it.
I just hope that since the film was shot on video that the DVD feature removable English subtitles since I wish the ones present in Desperado weren't there (I personally find them obtrusive since Spanish is my first language).
I second that. I'm glad rodriguez is using a bit of spanish in this.
I personally can't wait.
07-21-03, 11:55 AM
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Originally posted by Groucho
I don't know if you've seen any of the Spy Kids movies, but they are great regardless of your age.
I don't know if you've seen any of the Spy Kids movies, but they are great regardless of your age.
Dudikoff, I know what you mean man. 
07-22-03, 12:36 AM
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I read that he shot this movie a while ago but didn't edit it until after Spy Kids 3 was finished (he wanted to make all 3 before the kids got too old). Thats supposed to be the reason it took so long to come out.
07-22-03, 12:49 AM
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Originally posted by kicker_of_elves
Poster for the Movie!
Poster for the Movie!
September 12th can't get here fast enough..
07-22-03, 01:48 AM
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wow, looks great. I thought Danny Trejo's character died in Desperado. Count me in for any movie that has Enrique Iglesias and Willem Dafoe in it!
07-22-03, 02:36 AM
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So did Cheech Marin but they are playing different characters (continuing the gag featured in From Dusk Till Dawn). Dafoe as a Mexican. 
07-22-03, 04:32 PM
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Jack.. shoot me an e-mail or AIM me. I'll send you the script. Plus I got the View Askew figures (and some others) from Comic Con, too, if you wanted them.
07-22-03, 08:19 PM
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Actually "Once Upon A Time In MEXICO" is actually Part 4... Rodriguez mentioned it in an interview that "Once..." will have FLASHBACKS showing scenes from part 3, that was not a complete movie... I'll get the website from my friend, and posted later.
part 4? What happened to 3?