Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
it always cracks me up when exotic things are given plain human names, like the giant bird in up! is kevin and the alien in district 9 is christopher.
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Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Originally Posted by The Bus
(Post 9646413)
Yes, there were some inconsistencies (for example, why are there "humans only" signs all over the city when the aliens never leave District 9?) but overall, I liked it.
It was in the beginning of the movie: the aliens were initially allowed in the city, but as they were causing death and mayhem (killing people, train detrailment, etc), protesting from humans eventually forced them to be restricted into District 9 and then the eventual relocation to District 10. |
Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
I just got back from seeing District 9 and will recommend it to others, but not with any real enthusiasm. It is a deeply flawed film and very disappointing in that it failed so conspicuously to achieve the greatness that it should have.
The first two thirds of the film were quite pleasing, although peppered with a number of elements that will not easily survive post-viewing scrutiny. These peccadilloes could be easily forgiven were it not for the direction that the film turns later on. It's not that it tries to turn into an action film (as a previous poster suggested), it's that it tries to turn into a really bad action film. For about 20 minutes, District 9 asks its audience to accept a tremendous amount of insane implausibility. If only the writers had not chosen to be so lazy. If only they had created characters who overcome tremendous odds with their brains and not a long series of ridiculous and far too convenient contrivances. This is the same sort of nonsense that has ruined so many otherwise passable action films that preceded it. Why District 9's creators chose to take the same route I cannot say. Overall, the film is buoyed substantially by the sheer originality of its premise. Yes, it definitely borrows elements from other films here and there but it is, on the whole, something audiences will not have seen before. This, is the best reason to go see District 9. However, to call this film a “masterpiece” requires a remarkable ability to overlook some pretty glaring flaws. Too bad. I really wanted to love this film. |
Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
There needs to be a poll so I can give it 1 star.
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Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Originally Posted by mountain_dew
(Post 9646709)
There needs to be a poll so I can give it 1 star.
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Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) — Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Originally Posted by riotinmyskull
(Post 9646790)
this is a forum, please feel free to state why it deserves 1 star.
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Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Originally Posted by jfoobar
(Post 9646659)
I just got back from seeing District 9 and will recommend it to others, but not with any real enthusiasm. It is a deeply flawed film and very disappointing in that it failed so conspicuously to achieve the greatness that it should have.
The first two thirds of the film were quite pleasing, although peppered with a number of elements that will not easily survive post-viewing scrutiny. These peccadilloes could be easily forgiven were it not for the direction that the film turns later on. It's not that it tries to turn into an action film (as a previous poster suggested), it's that it tries to turn into a really bad action film. For about 20 minutes, District 9 asks its audience to accept a tremendous amount of insane implausibility. If only the writers had not chosen to be so lazy. If only they had created characters who overcome tremendous odds with their brains and not a long series of ridiculous and far too convenient contrivances. This is the same sort of nonsense that has ruined so many otherwise passable action films that preceded it. Why District 9's creators chose to take the same route I cannot say. Overall, the film is buoyed substantially by the sheer originality of its premise. Yes, it definitely borrows elements from other films here and there but it is, on the whole, something audiences will not have seen before. This, is the best reason to go see District 9. However, to call this film a masterpiece requires a remarkable ability to overlook some pretty glaring flaws. Too bad. I really wanted to love this film. I agree with pretty much all of this. |
Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Really liked this movie. The best "true" scifi film I've seen in awhile (I loved Star Trek '09 but it's a space adventure more than scifi). The basic premise of D9 would also make a great video game with you playing Wikus van der Merwe (talk about the most unlikely name for a hero) battling the MNU mercs and the Nigerians. Those alien weapons and the mech suit were awesome!
I also enjoyed seeing a hard "R" action movie, something I also haven't seen in a long time. Lots of gory, bloody violence that got lots of "whoa!" reactions from my audience. |
Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Saw it today - I thought it was a very good movie, I've recommended it to friends that I know will like this type of movie. Being a chick, I got a little teary eyed at the end with the wife and metal rose, then the shot of Wilkus (?) making it :(
What also made me sad was the message that the aliens (mainly Christopher) was acting more "human" than the humans.. |
Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Originally Posted by Dr. DVD
(Post 9646462)
While not exactly on topic, I do not know how Jackson and DelToro intend to cast The Hobbit. I would like to see Ian Holm and Ian McKellan reprise their roles, but I have heard Holm is out. If McKellan is also out, the movie will be a harder sell to me. While he might seem young compared to the book version, I think Sharlto Copley would make a good Bilbo Baggins. His performance in this movie reminded me of those of Merry and Pippin in LOTR, and he seems like a good fit for the role.
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Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
I think people are a little insane with calling this a "masterpiece" & going nuts over this movie, but it is certainly solid entertainment. And at the very least, it's refreshing to see an original script, and R-rated sci-fi on the big screen, but even in a dreadful year for film, this is hardly the "best" film of the year, so many people here seem to be saying. 500 Days of Summer, Star Trek, & Thirst were all way way better.
Visually it deserves all of that praise, for 30-mil every second of this film looks 1000 times better than anything in GI Joe which probably cost 6 times as much to make. This movie is heavy on the borrowing ideas & premises from other films, it has an in your face, beat you over the head with a brick message over & over & over again, which I absolutely cannot stand & is what ultimately hurts this movie. I have no problem with message movies, but they can be subtle & not dumbed down for the audience. Personally, & clearly it doesn't bother anyone else here, I don't like a film that places mankind as evil, & the aliens as basically the good guys. In fact, with the exception of Christopher & his son, there is essentially nobody in this movie to cheer for. Every human in the film is portrayed as being despicable, including the lead. Also, for a movie that tries to be so smart, there are countless plot holes. For instance, when Wikus Spoiler:
Another plot hole that drove me nuts was. . . Humans had pretty much no problem understanding the aliens, & vice versa, which in itself annoyed me. But what really makes no sense in this movie is that in the end Spoiler:
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Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Originally Posted by Sessa17
(Post 9646985)
Another plot hole that drove me nuts was. . .
Spoiler:
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Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
And to the people being puzzled at the acclaim for this movie, I personally just think that people are so hungry for good, thought provoking sci-fi instead of constant shit like Terminator Salvation that this seems way better than it is.
I still love it though, and will buy the Blu for sure. |
Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Originally Posted by Wolf359
(Post 9646988)
My theory on that
Spoiler:
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Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Originally Posted by Sessa17
(Post 9646992)
Yeah, but that is the gaping plot hole of the movie. See my first spoiler?
Spoiler:
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Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) — Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Originally Posted by Sessa17
(Post 9646985)
In fact, with the exception of Christopher & his son, there is essentially nobody in this movie to cheer for. Every human in the film is portrayed as being despicable, including the lead.
I think his wife legitimately avoids the "despicable" label. [/nitpick] |
Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
A few other gripes I had:
Spoiler:
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Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Originally Posted by jfoobar
(Post 9647014)
[nitpick]
I think his wife legitimately avoids the "despicable" label. [/nitpick] Mankind is portrayed as absolute evil. Not just to aliens, but also to themselves. Politicians are evil in this movie, the military is evil, big business is evil. The average man, Wikus is evil. The only good are 2 aliens & a woman on screen for 4 minutes. |
Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Well made, thought provoking film that left me depressed. It was a dismal environment that I was happy to leave after two hours. Great visuals but why do we have to always demonize "the others". (Demonize the otters I could understand:) )
I went to see Ponyo to clear the palette. |
Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Originally Posted by RyoHazuki
(Post 9647023)
A few other gripes I had
Spoiler:
At the time the Nigerians didn't know that Wikus or any human could use the guns. They literally even say that in the scene. So they had no clue that Spoiler:
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Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Originally Posted by Sessa17
(Post 9646985)
500 Days of Summer, Star Trek, & Thirst were all way way better.
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Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Originally Posted by slop101
(Post 9647047)
:lol: Thanks, I needed that.
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Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
my thoughts on a possibly sequel plotline.
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Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
I wish the damn camera would stay still. Good movie but i hate movies where i get motion sickness from it. :(
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Re: District 9 (Blomkamp, 2009) Ex-Halo director fleshes out "Alive in Joburg"
Originally Posted by Sessa17
(Post 9647064)
I don't get it, what's funny?
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