I am glad you pointed out that article to us. As I was reading the article many people popped in my mind. I do know alot of people that read, but it seems to me that all they read is "mind candy." Mind candy books have their place of course - and I do read a few on occasion, but it seems like that is all most people read. To me, reading trash books is almost as bad as not reading at all. It does nothing to stretch your way of thinking. I would be curious to know what kind of books the "47% of readers" read.
I totally and completely agree with jblack about lbangs being a media god (sorry lbangs, just a little g). If it weren't for lbangs I wouldn't have discovered this site and 95% of the movies that I enjoy. I am just now discovering all of the movies that many of you grew up loving (e.g. I just saw Citizen Kane for the first time a few months ago). I would have continued to dislike most of the "current" movies and stayed in the dark about all of the wonderful movies made. Lbangs is largely responsible for the numerous hours I have spent glued to the television and I am eternally grateful. Of course, I have the added bonus of seeing him almost daily so I can talk about my reactions to the movies in person and I am always astonished at staggering amount of information he knows about everything. I think lbangs missed one of his callings and should have been a judge because he is so fair minded.
Of course, I learn alot about things here on listology from everyone that I would have never known - so thanks to everyone for all of the effort and time you have put into this site. It really is a one of a kind site. While I am passing around kudos - thank you jblack for your series of lists on the best movies of each year beginning in 1940. It is a invaluable guide and an incredible source of information.
I have been able to watch a lot of movies lately so I am coming along on the list. There are several films on this list that I really enjoyed and I doubt that I would have been exposed to them if it wasn't for this list. Go you.
I have seen this movie also, and like the two of you I thought it was an excellent movie but I have no desire to see it again because it was so disturbing. Possibly one of the reasons it was so ignored was simply the subject matter. Most people go to the movies to have a good time and don't want to see a movie that very well may alter their view of the world. Maybe the avoidance of the movie is in fact an avoidance of the admittance that snuff films really are out there.
I have only seen 15 of the films listed here. Of course, that may be due to my total lack of exposure to movies growing up. I keep adding to the amount, but it takes some time. Thanks for all the work you have put into it. It gives a lot of direction to movies novices such as myself.
I just saw Italian for Beginners in the theatre last night. It was a very good film, you owe it to yourself to go see it.
I am glad you pointed out that article to us. As I was reading the article many people popped in my mind. I do know alot of people that read, but it seems to me that all they read is "mind candy." Mind candy books have their place of course - and I do read a few on occasion, but it seems like that is all most people read. To me, reading trash books is almost as bad as not reading at all. It does nothing to stretch your way of thinking. I would be curious to know what kind of books the "47% of readers" read.
This is a nice list of documentaries. Would you consider putting Shoah up there?
How about A Bug's Life?
I can't believe I have thought of some that you guys haven't gotten to yet.
Best Years of Our Lives (young soldier missing hands)
Glass Menagerie (crippled)
Of Mice and Men (mental)
and a movie I justed watched recently
Pride of the Marines (blind)
I totally and completely agree with jblack about lbangs being a media god (sorry lbangs, just a little g). If it weren't for lbangs I wouldn't have discovered this site and 95% of the movies that I enjoy. I am just now discovering all of the movies that many of you grew up loving (e.g. I just saw Citizen Kane for the first time a few months ago). I would have continued to dislike most of the "current" movies and stayed in the dark about all of the wonderful movies made. Lbangs is largely responsible for the numerous hours I have spent glued to the television and I am eternally grateful. Of course, I have the added bonus of seeing him almost daily so I can talk about my reactions to the movies in person and I am always astonished at staggering amount of information he knows about everything. I think lbangs missed one of his callings and should have been a judge because he is so fair minded.
Of course, I learn alot about things here on listology from everyone that I would have never known - so thanks to everyone for all of the effort and time you have put into this site. It really is a one of a kind site. While I am passing around kudos - thank you jblack for your series of lists on the best movies of each year beginning in 1940. It is a invaluable guide and an incredible source of information.
I have been able to watch a lot of movies lately so I am coming along on the list. There are several films on this list that I really enjoyed and I doubt that I would have been exposed to them if it wasn't for this list. Go you.
Although Das Boot is my favorite movie of all time (as of now) I will have to go with Citzen Kane on this one too.
I have seen this movie also, and like the two of you I thought it was an excellent movie but I have no desire to see it again because it was so disturbing. Possibly one of the reasons it was so ignored was simply the subject matter. Most people go to the movies to have a good time and don't want to see a movie that very well may alter their view of the world. Maybe the avoidance of the movie is in fact an avoidance of the admittance that snuff films really are out there.
Once again, very sorry. Dillman was in "A Rage to Live."
Sorry. The movie - The Way We Were.
Hey, I know this one! Misery.
Have you seen Scenes from a Marriage. The movie is a little long but well worth it.
I have only seen 15 of the films listed here. Of course, that may be due to my total lack of exposure to movies growing up. I keep adding to the amount, but it takes some time. Thanks for all the work you have put into it. It gives a lot of direction to movies novices such as myself.