From Reel to Deal

I am a movie buff and lover. In this space I hope to discuss this passion of mine. Let's define our terms: MOVIES are of their time. So if we are having a discussion about or reviewing a movie from 1989 or 1966 PLEASE, PLEASE don't put 2012 sensibilities into the equation. Things like "why didn't the protagonist use a cell phone?" Modern movies may look better now, and the special effects may be better, but that does not necessarily mean the quality is better. Please keep this in the forefront of your mind. Acting and performances WILL ALWAYS TRUMP CGI and cheesy 3D effects. HANDS DOWN! MOST important; movies are a DIRECTORS medium not an actors or a producers. So what gets my juices flowing is who directed a piece, who wrote it, who produced it, who shot it, who edited it and LASTLY who started in it. Here is my movie collection I update it as time permits: http://connect.collectorz.com/users/rtricoche/movies/view I also maintain a gaming blog (another passion/hobby of mine). If you wanna chat games, head over to: http://bldatruegamer.tumblr.com/

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Welcome Back!

It's been quite a while since I've come to this corner of the internet. So much has happened that it seems like a lifetime ago when I re-read the things I posted here. However, my interests have not changed, in fact, I have acquired a few more. I also added an addition to my family and acquired a disease that I'm trying to manage. Still, I'd like to re-open conversation and post again.

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Make plans to see this movie. It looks pretty badass and funny, and the trailer didn't even make me sick. get HARDCORE

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Prometheus 2 a GO! when they filming? who knows? But its happening.

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Yes, its not movies, but it is Christmas and what do we all want for Christmas? Lets be honest...

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This looks like the kind of movie I can sink my teeth into. Not only is The Wolf of Wall Street jammed pack with some of my favorite stars, its being directed by one of my favorite directors, Martin Scorsese.

Fro the trailer alone I can feel the energy, the comedy and fun I know I am going to have with this movie, oh and guess what? No superheroes to be found ANYWHERE!

Pretty awesome.

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This is a fan made Star Wars Episode VII trailer. Its not official but man is it sweet, check it out if you haven't already, it had 6 million views, so chances are you have seen it.

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So glad to see some real movies coming down the pike and not just actors in spandex. Gotta admit I love the 70's. Thematically you just cant get any better, mix in some of the best young actors in our generation and you are in for a treat.

American Hustle, ladies and gentlemen.

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You know you loved the TV series, you know, you laughed your ass off at the movie, now? You get to do it all over again only this time you do it at 22 Jump Street.

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Banned Skittles commercial?

You be the judge?

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Nice! Captain America has always been one of my favorite Super Heroes. I liked part 1 but this new one looks to be even better. Check out The Winter Soldier trailer and see if you think its better or worse.

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Wanna little taste of Superman Vs Batman early on? Well here it is.

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LET'S MAKE THIS HAPPEN

I don't know about you guys, but I loved the new Dredd movie starring Karl Urban. It had all the right ingredients for a fantastic Dredd story and and it was filmed with respect to the character and the source material.

But in my mind this should have been only the beginning.

There is an official petition going out for a sequel to be made, if you love the characters, the movie and the setting. Hows about you sign this thing and lets try and get this thing made.

Way to many possibilities to keep lots of these movies from happening. COME ON PEOPLE LETS GET THIS SIGNED!

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So here is a trailer for Need For Speed the movie. The fact that am I even writing those words together means something. I mean, who would have thought?

BUT the issue is that Aaron Paul is at the helm and no matter how many times I see this trailer. I cant stop thinking Jessie from Braking Bad.

I think he might be typecast...(sorry AP)

Anyway if it looks cool to you check it out.

For my money I think its a little to serious. I mean the game its based on is about fast chases, ludicrous stories and fantastical car crashes. not the Godfather.

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So, which Terminator does James Cameron like best?

If you follow the jump you will be surprised as to his answer.

Cant say I agree with him but he knows how he feels about his work.

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At mark 1:43 is when Ben starts to talk to Jimmy Fallon about his acceptance of the role of Batman. Based on what he said and how he said it, I am even more excited now than I was when I first heard the news.

I'll be there, day one to see this.

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Your move, creep.

February 07, 2014

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How do you feel about another movie set in the Harry Potter universe, with J.K. Rowling at the helm and in the writers seat?