Christopher Nolan Appreciation Thread

[the_pestilence]

Until recently, I had watched all this guy's movies but didn't know he directed them all. They make up an impressive list of deep intellectual thrillers including Memento, The Prestige, and Insomnia, all easily three of the most intellectually engaging movies of all time.

 

[pjcolpitts?]

Memento is one of the best movies that I've ever seen. Its really a great story, but the way it is filmed is what sets it apart from other films that are similar to it. I think its one of the more underated films. I almost never see people talk about this film when talking about the best movies of all time. Leonard, the main character, is one of the best characters that has ever been thought of. It's one of those films that I had to watch twice to fully understand. I would recomend this film to anyone who liked movies like Fight Club, The Machinist, or anything of that nature.On Nolan, he is greatly underated. I think part of it is that he hasnt directed a ton of movies. He's really only directed 5 films. Memento, Batman Begins, Insomnia, The Prestige, and Following. I've not seen Following, but from what I've heard and read from reviews, it was a pretty good film. He's also directing the rest of the Batman movies, at least 2 more if I'm correct.

 

[the_pestilence]

I haven't seen following, I'll be sure to see itwasn't there another one called Mr. Hughes or something?

 

[Rok]

For the Memento fans, check out Guy Pierce in First Snow. It's limited but if you have a chance, recommended.On Nolan, like you said Pestilence. All of his films have a degree of intelligence behind them. If you see Nolan on the credits, you have to pay attention. Underrated filmmaker but I think that's because of the shortage of movies he's directed.One thing I hope with the Batman series, I hope he doesn't sell out afterwards ala Sam Raimi. I know he's putting his spin on the Batman series with dark undertones but comic book movies tend to get dumbdowned. I'll be watching for his next flick after the series to see what he does.

 

[Bo_]

I saw and liked Batman Begins, but after seeing The Prestige, I put all of his movies that I haven't seen at the top of my netflix queue.

 

[The Truth]

Ive had chances to watch Batman Begins but for some reason I still havent, Yeah Memento just bought the DVD other day sick movieInsomnia I havent seen but the others I have

 

[pjcolpitts?]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (tHe_pEsTiLeNcE @ Apr 9 2007, 01:45 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>I haven't seen following, I'll be sure to see itwasn't there another one called Mr. Hughes or something?</div>I'm not sure. I havent heard of one called Mr. Hughes. I looked it up on imdb and it only lists the 5 films and like 2 short films. On to the Batman series, who likes the idea of Heath Ledger as Joker? When I first heard, I was sort of disapointed, but I've come around to the idea and think he could and will suprise a ton of people. Rok and I were talking about this and he would of liked to seen Paut Bettany, who I think would of been a great pick for the joker. They aslo have Aaron Eckhart as Harvey Dent/Two-Face. I think that is a great pick for Harvey Dent. Also, Katie Holmes isnt comming back and is replaced by Maggie Gylennhal. I wish Holmes was comming back. Not because her acting was great or anything like that, but becuase I hate when they dont get the same people back in sequels and trilogies.

 

[the_pestilence]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE </div><div class='quotemain'>Insomnia I havent seen but the others I have</div>Insomnia was brilliant. Al Pacino at his best and Robin Williams playing a rare serious role with great subtle acting by Hillary Swank. You should see it.

 

[Rok]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE </div><div class='quotemain'>Not because her acting was great or anything like that, but becuase I hate when they dont get the same people back in sequels and trilogies.</div>Yes I hate this. Terminator 3 could have been somewhat satisfying to watch if it had FURLONG!Dark Knight should just kill off Holmes and bring in Maggie as a different character or continue the previous films method of one night stands.

 

[the_pestilence]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Rok @ Apr 10 2007, 04:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>Yes I hate this. Terminator 3 could have been somewhat satisfying to watch if it had FURLONG!Dark Knight should just kill off Holmes and bring in Maggie as a different character or continue the previous films method of one night stands.</div>yeah, unless the actor or character dies it's weak to change the actor

 

[Bo_]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (tHe_pEsTiLeNcE @ Apr 10 2007, 02:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>Insomnia was brilliant. Al Pacino at his best and Robin Williams playing a rare serious role with great subtle acting by Hillary Swank. You should see it.</div>A serious role for Robin Williams isn't very rare..Good Will Hunting (Won Oscar)Dead Poet's Society (Oscar Nom)Bicentennial ManGood Morning Vietnam (Oscar Nom)Just off the top of my head...really one of the best actors out there. I guess GMViet. was kind of a comedy, but he was still nommed for an oscar.

 

[Rok]

^He was really good in the underrated One Hour Photo. In fact, I don't think I know of many who saw that film.

 

[SerbBojo]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (pjcolpitts? @ Apr 10 2007, 02:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>I'm not sure. I havent heard of one called Mr. Hughes. I looked it up on imdb and it only lists the 5 films and like 2 short films. On to the Batman series, who likes the idea of Heath Ledger as Joker? When I first heard, I was sort of disapointed, but I've come around to the idea and think he could and will suprise a ton of people. Rok and I were talking about this and he would of liked to seen Paut Bettany, who I think would of been a great pick for the joker. They aslo have Aaron Eckhart as Harvey Dent/Two-Face. I think that is a great pick for Harvey Dent. Also, Katie Holmes isnt comming back and is replaced by Maggie Gylennhal. I wish Holmes was comming back. Not because her acting was great or anything like that, but becuase I hate when they dont get the same people back in sequels and trilogies.</div>Yeah I felt the same way about Ledger at first. Kinda an odd choice, but hes a good actor and I can see him doing fight scenes and looking really creepy. Casting a skinny guy as the joker just wouldnt seem like a real challenge to Batman. Im glad Holmes is gone, she was the one person holding Batman Begins back from being great. It is definitely the best comic book movie made but she just sucks as an actor. Maggie will have a limited part in the movie so I dont think it'll be that bad having her replace Holmes. Im also hoping Scarecrow is back

 

[the_pestilence]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE </div><div class='quotemain'>I'm not sure. I havent heard of one called Mr. Hughes. I looked it up on imdb and it only lists the 5 films and like 2 short films.</div>yeah, I saw it on wikipedia, it turned out the project was abandoned.

 

[Opal]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (pjcolpitts? @ Apr 9 2007, 12:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>Memento is one of the best movies that I've ever seen. Its really a great story, but the way it is filmed is what sets it apart from other films that are similar to it. I think its one of the more underated films. I almost never see people talk about this film when talking about the best movies of all time. Leonard, the main character, is one of the best characters that has ever been thought of. It's one of those films that I had to watch twice to fully understand. I would recomend this film to anyone who liked movies like Fight Club, The Machinist, or anything of that nature.</div>I think we are the only people here who believe that Memento should be considered as one of the greatest movies all time, it is so creative and the acting is really good.As for Nolan, I think he is a really good director. The Prestige was a really good movie also along with Batman.