What Was the Last Movie You Watched?

JustDave said:
I was just reading a few minutes ago that Before Sunrise was among 25 films that were recently added to the National Film Registry. I don't know how meaningful that is, and I'm not sure if I've ever heard of the National Film Registry. I don't know if they select 25 films each year or what criteria they use to select films for the honor.

I find it interesting that Before Sunrise would be selected, because besides you, I've never heard anyone talk about it. It's a low budget film and what I would consider obscure, even though it held my interest, and I've re watched it a number of times. I started directing my attention to Ethane Hawke after that movie.
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I think it was an achievement to film just two people talking and walking and it can hold your attention. I remember the first time I watched it. I just couldn't believe I kept on watching.

"The National Film Registry is a collection of films selected by the U.S. Library of Congress for preservation due to their cultural, historical, or aesthetic significance. Established in 1988, it adds up to 25 films each year to ensure the preservation of America's film heritage."
 

It's not a movie, but my wife and I are making our way through The Beatles Anthology 9 episode documentary. We watched episode 6 this evening. I think we both needed a break from all the crap that's going on in the world. Watching the Beatles just makes you feel good, and that's as true today as it was back in the '60s, which was part of their appeal. George Martin recognized that about the band, which is one reason he signed them.
 
These are my latest. I would recommend them highly.

"Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight" Netflix
"Birthing a Nation. The resistance of Mary Gaffney" Paramount Plus. (Documentary)
 

I just finished watching Bill Bryson's A Walk in the Woods with Redford and Nolte for at least the second time. It's so funny and soooo sad and introspective. During the movie and at the end the music was excellent and I had never heard of the group, Lord Huron before.


The name of the song is Brother
 
OldFeller said:
I think it was an achievement to film just two people talking and walking and it can hold your attention. I remember the first time I watched it. I just couldn't believe I kept on watching.

"The National Film Registry is a collection of films selected by the U.S. Library of Congress for preservation due to their cultural, historical, or aesthetic significance. Established in 1988, it adds up to 25 films each year to ensure the preservation of America's film heritage."
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It would be interesting to see what criteria are used for inclusion in the 25, and how many are on the committee. On second thought, I don't want to know...:cautious:
 
ChiroDoc said:
It would be interesting to see what criteria are used for inclusion in the 25, and how many are on the committee. On second thought, I don't want to know...:cautious:
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For 2025,
The full list includes:
The Tramp and the Dog (1896),
The Oath of the Sword (1914),
The Maid of McMillan (1916),
The Lady (1925),
Sparrows (1926),
Ten Nights in a Barroom (1926),
White Christmas (1954),
High Society (1956),
Brooklyn Bridge (1981),
Say Amen,
Somebody (1982)
The Thing (1982),
The Big Chill (1983),
The Karate Kid (1984),
Glory (1989),
Philadelphia (1993) ,
Before Sunrise (1995),
Clueless (1995),
The Truman Show (1998),
Frida (2002),
The Hours (2002),
The Incredibles (2004),
The Wrecking Crew (2008),
Inception (2010),
The Loving Story (2011),
The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)
 
The Outlaw King on Netflix. Movie on Robert the Bruce and his rise,
I have a weakness for this time era in movies no matter where in the world
the story is about. How people survived those times interests me.
I'm too lazy today to look up who on SF called attention to it... Thank You
It is one I will probably watch again.

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OldFeller said:
For 2025,
The full list includes:
The Tramp and the Dog (1896),
The Oath of the Sword (1914),
The Maid of McMillan (1916),
The Lady (1925),
Sparrows (1926),
Ten Nights in a Barroom (1926),
White Christmas (1954),
High Society (1956),
Brooklyn Bridge (1981),
Say Amen,
Somebody (1982)
The Thing (1982),
The Big Chill (1983),
The Karate Kid (1984),
Glory (1989),
Philadelphia (1993) ,
Before Sunrise (1995),
Clueless (1995),
The Truman Show (1998),
Frida (2002),
The Hours (2002),
The Incredibles (2004),
The Wrecking Crew (2008),
Inception (2010),
The Loving Story (2011),
The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)
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Without looking at their website, I'll guess that the films they pick are based upon which ones are very relevant to the culture at the time they were made. Obviously some of the selections are not what you'd call "great films", but they do reflect the American culture of their time.
 
OldFeller said:
For 2025,
The full list includes:
The Tramp and the Dog (1896),
The Oath of the Sword (1914),
The Maid of McMillan (1916),
The Lady (1925),
Sparrows (1926),
Ten Nights in a Barroom (1926),
White Christmas (1954),
High Society (1956),
Brooklyn Bridge (1981),
Say Amen,
Somebody (1982)
The Thing (1982),
The Big Chill (1983),
The Karate Kid (1984),
Glory (1989),
Philadelphia (1993) ,
Before Sunrise (1995),
Clueless (1995),
The Truman Show (1998),
Frida (2002),
The Hours (2002),
The Incredibles (2004),
The Wrecking Crew (2008),
Inception (2010),
The Loving Story (2011),
The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)
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Of this entire list, "Philadelphia," "Clueless," and "The Loving Story" are the only ones I've seen. or maybe it was the remake of "Loving," unsure.
 
ChiroDoc said:
Without looking at their website, I'll guess that the films they pick are based upon which ones are very relevant to the culture at the time they were made. Obviously some of the selections are not what you'd call "great films", but they do reflect the American culture of their time.
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"Established by the National Film Preservation Act of 1988, the National Film Preservation Board works to ensure the survival, conservation and increased public availability of America's film heritage, including: advising the Librarian on its recommendations for annual selections to the National Film Registry, apprising the Librarian of changing trends and policies in the field of film preservation, and counseling the Librarian on ongoing implementation of the National Film Preservation Plan."

"The National Film Registry selects 25 films each year showcasing the range and diversity of American film heritage to increase awareness for its preservation."

"Featuring the first comprehensive look at American film preservation. Information was gathered through hundreds of interviews and library research, as well as public testimony and written statements from over 100 organizations and individuals."

Here is an explanation of the research done...
Preservation Research | National Film Preservation Board | Programs | Library of Congress
 
We watched Casino this evening, staring Robert DeNiro, Sharon Stone, and Joe Pesci. While it had its moments, all in all it was an unpleasant movie, full of unsavory characters. I don't think I liked anybody in that movie.

It got an 8.2 rating on IMDB. I'd give it a 6.5, and I'm being generous with that rating.
 

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