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re: Dunkirk discussion (NO SPOILERS)

Posted on 7/21/17 at 11:57 pm to
Posted by cas4t
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Posted on 7/21/17 at 11:57 pm to
So true. As I said earlier, it's a best picture nominee and likely winnerthis far (only July)

Certainly won't have any individual actors up for any award.

Unless Hardy was actually flying his jet, anyways.
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Posted by Drank
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 12:39 am to
Just got back from seeing my first ever 70mm IMAX. I am speechless.
I don't go to the movies often, but goodness... this was indeed a masterpiece. However, I don't think I can watch this in another format after seeing it on the largest screen I've ever seen in my life. So hype right now. fricking BRILLIANT.

Edit: (major-ish spoilers) I WILL say I got a bit confused about which tommies were which and I thought that One Direction™ was the one who drowned on the fishing/junket boat before realizing it was Frenchie.. who I initially thought left the boat through the hatch when the Enfield went off and the struggle started. But that's a minor thing. Movie was just plain just awesome.
This post was edited on 7/22/17 at 12:48 am
Posted by supatigah
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 12:40 am to
The audio in IMAX is awesome
The single rifle shots scared the shite out of me
Posted by Carson123987
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 6:54 am to
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nobody is having to deliver dramatic speeches or anything. It's really just a good ensemble performance.


So it's not Exposition: The Movie ala Inception? Great news.

Prob go see it tonight
Posted by jackwoods4
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 12:00 pm to
No. Very little dialogue. Visuals and the score tell so much of the story.

I can see how someone would say it isn't their favorite Nolan film. I love Nolan for attempting ambitious things. Love the uniqueness of Memento, Interstellar, Inception. I can see how someone would enjoy one of those experiences, despite the flaws, more if they connect with it in some way.

But I would definitely argue this is his BEST work because it doesn't get dragged down by dialogue. The characters didn't have to be super strong and well developed for you to root for them to get out. It's only about 1:50, so it doesn't seem to drag in places like his other films seem to do. I thought the pacing was much better here than some of his others. He basically did more of what he's good at and less of what he's bad at.

Obviously a lot of stuff still has to come out, but I'd be shocked if there's someone who tops this score.
Posted by jg8623
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 12:59 pm to
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So it's not Exposition: The Movie


That is correct

People always say in a movie "don't tell me, show me". And this movie does just that
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Posted by RollTide1987
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 1:25 pm to
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Certainly won't have any individual actors up for any award.



Mark Rylance might get a Supporting Actor nod for his performance.
Posted by Carson123987
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 2:42 pm to
quote:

No. Very little dialogue. Visuals and the score tell so much of the story.

I can see how someone would say it isn't their favorite Nolan film. I love Nolan for attempting ambitious things. Love the uniqueness of Memento, Interstellar, Inception. I can see how someone would enjoy one of those experiences, despite the flaws, more if they connect with it in some way.

But I would definitely argue this is his BEST work because it doesn't get dragged down by dialogue. The characters didn't have to be super strong and well developed for you to root for them to get out. It's only about 1:50, so it doesn't seem to drag in places like his other films seem to do. I thought the pacing was much better here than some of his others. He basically did more of what he's good at and less of what he's bad at.

Obviously a lot of stuff still has to come out, but I'd be shocked if there's someone who tops this score.


Sold. Going at 9 tonight. Such a sadness that I don't have IMAX near me. Shame
Posted by voodoodawg
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 2:45 pm to
I have the option of seeing this in IMAX (non 70mm) or 70mm, which is a different screen. Which one should I see it on?
Posted by Carson123987
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 2:48 pm to
IMAX
Posted by SG_Geaux
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 2:49 pm to
IMAX for the audio alone.
Posted by jg8623
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 2:53 pm to
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IMAX for the audio alone.


This. Plus u get to see more of the original picture
Posted by SCLibertarian
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 2:59 pm to
Saw it last night with my girlfriend. We both loved it. I would highly recommend seeing it. Mark Rylance was amazing. As a fan of Wolf Hall on PBS, I was glad to see he is getting high praise for his acting.
Posted by ohiovol
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 3:06 pm to
quote:

Mark Rylance might get a Supporting Actor nod for his performance.



You think so? He was good, no doubt, but in such a limited role in terms of screen time and what was really asked of his characters, it's hard to see it.
Posted by RollTide1987
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 3:30 pm to
quote:

He was good, no doubt, but in such a limited role in terms of screen time and what was really asked of his characters, it's hard to see it.



Watch Judi Dench in Shakespeare in Love and get back to me. She had eight minutes of screen time and won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Beatrice Straight was on screen for two minutes less in Network and still won an Oscar.

Mark Rylance has a good shot at getting nominated. I doubt he'll win though.
Posted by RollTide1987
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Member since Nov 2009
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 3:43 pm to
As it stands right now, these are the Oscar nominations I expect Dunkirk to pull. Of course all of this could change as there are still plenty of movies to be released this year:

Best Picture
Best Director
Best Supporting Actor - Mark Rylance
Best Original Screenplay
Best Production Design
Best Original Score
Best Film Editing
Best Cinematography
Best Sound Mixing
Best Sound Editing
Best Visual Effects
Best Costume Design

I personally think it has four Oscars in the bag (film editing, cinematography, sound mixing, and sound editing). Nolan could also win for Best Director but I don't see it winning any more than that. Could be wrong though.
This post was edited on 7/22/17 at 3:44 pm
Posted by Ghost of Colby
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 3:54 pm to
quote:

I have the option of seeing this in IMAX (non 70mm) or 70mm, which is a different screen. Which one should I see it on?


I read several articles on this yesterday, and they determined 70mm was probably the better choice. However, part of the screen will be cropped and you won't get the same sound quality. Nolan shot most of the movie on 70mm and he recommends people see 70mm, even if it's not IMAX
Posted by voodoodawg
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 4:12 pm to
Yes, I read this also. I bought ticket for 70mm showing.
Posted by HeadChange
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 4:19 pm to
What would top it for best picture and best original score? What else is coming out this year?
Posted by Cap Crunch
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Posted on 7/22/17 at 4:29 pm to
What an intense movie, well worth it to see it in IMAX, just wish we had a 70mm IMAX nearby.

Best movie I've seen so far this year.
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