tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post7927536930307566237..comments2024-03-28T06:14:54.076-04:00Comments on And So It Begins...: Blue JasmineAlex Withrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15887018476048271594noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-69772152784611541442014-03-02T19:28:01.005-05:002014-03-02T19:28:01.005-05:00One of her best yet, no doubt. I'm glad she...One of her best yet, no doubt. I'm glad she'll win tonight.Alex Withrowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15887018476048271594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-19519981240104131282014-03-02T18:55:54.207-05:002014-03-02T18:55:54.207-05:00Yup not sure what happened to her after that but i...Yup not sure what happened to her after that but it made you wonder. Looked close to being picked up and threw in a psych ward, she loved rambling to herself. Great performance.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02336407932225304077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-30219015553090582402014-03-01T20:17:52.763-05:002014-03-01T20:17:52.763-05:00Hell yeah man, and I totally think she will. So we...Hell yeah man, and I totally think she will. So well deserved. How 'bout that final scene? I mean... jesus.Alex Withrowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15887018476048271594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-35296820327531880712014-02-28T10:15:57.051-05:002014-02-28T10:15:57.051-05:00Great movie, totally on board with you again, Blan...Great movie, totally on board with you again, Blanchett is great and the supporting cast is on point as well. Loved every minute. 9/10 for me. She should win Sunday, its a wrap.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02336407932225304077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-75672552826321794532013-08-19T14:22:35.976-04:002013-08-19T14:22:35.976-04:00Those old women love to talk, don't they? I th...Those old women love to talk, don't they? I think by this point, most older audiences go to see a Woody Allen film because they think it's going to make them laugh. And possible make them feel good about themselves. But most fans know that he's made nearly as many dramas as he has comedies. <br /><br />But oh well for the people who didn't like it, I'm glad YOU liked it, because I thought it was terrific.Alex Withrowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15887018476048271594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-86552272092247550182013-08-18T13:08:22.171-04:002013-08-18T13:08:22.171-04:00Loved this movie, a real return to form after the ...Loved this movie, a real return to form after the mess that was To Rome With Love. I think it's no surprise that Blanchett is great (I can't think of a performance where she isn't) but I thought the real surprise here was Hawkins. I loved her in Happy-Go-Lucky and I've seen her in a few minor roles as well where she's been good, but from the first scene where she appeared on screen I was blown away by her. Such a fantastic performance from her and one that definitely needs to be given plenty of recognition (awards and otherwise). Dice Clay, Cannavale, C.K., and Sarsgaard are all equally fitting for their roles as well and damn entertaining (wish C.K.'s character had more screen time cause he was a riot). Baldwin did the baldwin thing but as a whole this was fantastic. <br /><br />Funny story was that I was sitting in a screening that was probably half full and when the movie ended (with that closing shot on Blanchett) and people started moving out, I heard so many people saying that they were either disappointed because it wasn't funny or that they didn't get what was going on (as in no happy ending). It was hilarious, especially considering I had to go up to a pair of old-ladies in the middle of it and ask them to stop talking. I just couldn't imagine not loving this movie. Guess others think otherwise. maskofgojirahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18305737005899440472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-35189510527058348952013-08-14T21:31:46.790-04:002013-08-14T21:31:46.790-04:00That Happy-Go-Lucky snub was so ridiculous to me. ...That Happy-Go-Lucky snub was so ridiculous to me. Obviously, they liked the film, as Leigh got a nomination, but no Hawkins... silly shit. <br /><br />But either way, she has a great shot here.Alex Withrowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15887018476048271594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-58898887966744377582013-08-14T20:36:54.295-04:002013-08-14T20:36:54.295-04:00Can't. Wait. Thrilled to hear that the support...Can't. Wait. Thrilled to hear that the supporting cast is in good form along with Blanchett. I'd love for Hawkins to get a Best Supporting Actress nod, which would make up for the Happy-Go-Lucky snub.Joshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08596682195753811295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-6089337190377166362013-08-12T14:11:54.036-04:002013-08-12T14:11:54.036-04:00Hey man, thanks so much for stopping by and commen...Hey man, thanks so much for stopping by and commenting. And thanks for your kind words about my writing - they mean a lot!<br /><br />I'll scope out your site soon!Alex Withrowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15887018476048271594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-10267646900260281972013-08-12T02:53:16.803-04:002013-08-12T02:53:16.803-04:00Yes, I am dying to see this film! You're write...Yes, I am dying to see this film! You're write-up just makes the wait all the harder. I've been wanting to see this one since I first heard about it.<br /><br />Hey, I really like this page and I just followed you. Thankfully I just stumbled upon this page. I read through some of your other posts and I really dig your writing. Your personality shines thorough and it doesn't seem like a robot typed up your stuff like most people who haven't found their voice. Bravo.<br /><br />If you wanna chat horror films, swing by and check me out. <br /><br />http://grimmreviewz.blogspot.com/<br /><br />Cheers!Drew Grimm Van Esshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01612788931230137094noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-72567156618707934582013-08-11T14:55:01.105-04:002013-08-11T14:55:01.105-04:00Yeah, when you make one flick a year, you're b...Yeah, when you make one flick a year, you're bound to produce some hits and some misses. Thankfully, this one works in the best possible way. Can't wait to hear your thoughts on it.Alex Withrowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15887018476048271594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-18876425349444964582013-08-11T13:48:52.312-04:002013-08-11T13:48:52.312-04:00Woody Allen has always been -- just as you said --...Woody Allen has always been -- just as you said -- hit or miss for me. His particular blend of quirky/funny and philosophical -- to me, it sometimes blends seamlessly and *works* and sometimes doesn't. Glad to hear this is a hit. I'll come back and read your review after I see the film.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-79372314783058046342013-08-11T13:33:00.671-04:002013-08-11T13:33:00.671-04:00I didn't get around to mentioning the suspense...I didn't get around to mentioning the suspense factor of the film and her performance, but you're so right, that was a crucial element to the film's success. Woody really got this one right. Thanks for reading Dan.Alex Withrowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15887018476048271594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-9017447126371489832013-08-11T13:32:06.919-04:002013-08-11T13:32:06.919-04:00I think that'd be a good idea at this point. F...I think that'd be a good idea at this point. Former winner, popular directer, marketable performer/film. She wouldn't be my personal first choice right now, but she'd definitely be the Academy's.Alex Withrowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15887018476048271594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-44927701819271580212013-08-11T13:28:57.536-04:002013-08-11T13:28:57.536-04:00I think you will LOVE this one. You just have To R...I think you will LOVE this one. You just have To Rome With Love now...? Ew. That is my least favorite film of Woody's career. Hated it. Hope Blue Jasmine comes your way soon!Alex Withrowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15887018476048271594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-7850485361674519442013-08-11T12:10:39.646-04:002013-08-11T12:10:39.646-04:00Blanchett is amazing. She carries the movie on the...Blanchett is amazing. She carries the movie on the weight of her shoulders because you never know if she's going to turn the other cheek and be a pleasant woman, or still continue to berate everyone around her. The suspense is what killed me, because I never knew what was next with her and that all works because Blanchett is great. The rest of the cast is great too and helps with this flick, but she's the one who steals it all. Good review bud.Dan O.http://www.dtmmr.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-90921595856731785132013-08-11T06:47:53.478-04:002013-08-11T06:47:53.478-04:00Maybe I should hop on Blanchett at $8 odds for Bes...Maybe I should hop on Blanchett at $8 odds for Best Actress at the Oscar's. Hmmmm. Haha will check this one out when we get it in Oz!Alex Thomashttp://timeforafilm.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-82233364735948802632013-08-11T00:18:53.390-04:002013-08-11T00:18:53.390-04:00YUSSS! Man, I'm dying to see this. I find it h...YUSSS! Man, I'm dying to see this. I find it hilarious how To Rome With Love released here and there is still no talk about Blue Jasmine. Get your shit together, India!<br /><br />Still, oh so excited now :DNikhathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10379713171889712078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-61466348268937248002013-08-10T20:50:01.748-04:002013-08-10T20:50:01.748-04:00Man, I know exactly how you feel. When I crushed t...Man, I know exactly how you feel. When I crushed through his filmography, I needed a long break afterward. Even though his films vary in terms of how good or bad they are, they all clearly come from the same place, and watching 44 of them can be exhausting. So keep on pushing!<br /><br />Thankfully, you have a great one waiting in Blue Jasmine. A superb Woody Allen film indeed.Alex Withrowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15887018476048271594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4784665635104956142.post-17329552464197376712013-08-10T19:46:16.341-04:002013-08-10T19:46:16.341-04:00This is the film I want to see right now as I thin...This is the film I want to see right now as I think it's coming to Atlanta next weekend. At this point with Allen's filmography. I have four more of his films (including this one) that I haven't seen and need to watch and one more film to re-watch as I'm going to unleash the third part of the Auteurs series on Woody Allen this coming Friday and then 2 weeks later, the fourth and final part. I'm a little burned out at the moment but I'm glad that I'm getting very close to finishing his filmography. And then I'm taking a one-week vacation as I need to get Woody out of my system for a while until the next film.thevoid99https://www.blogger.com/profile/03055459287396592446noreply@blogger.com