John Matrix

Havent contributed anything to this topic so far, but Fox News just confirmed that the Press Conference will be held at 3pm this afternoon (obviously US time)I hope thats of interest to some of you

My vote went to Supremo. Theres some great nominees in the running this year, but i can honestly say that when i visit the forum, i nearly always visit a topic where i can see that he's started or posted last in, such is how interesting i find his contributions.

The Machinist****May contain VERY VAGUE spoilers****One of the best films i've seen in a long time!! I've gotten really into psycological thrillers recently and am a big Christian Bale fan, so i was drooling over the prospect of this one and i wasnt dissapointed.Somewhat confusing at times, in its early stages the film seems to lack direction as it introduces you to the main charecters relationships with those around him, but nothing seems to stem from them, however things soon start to get interesting and what follows is a complicated journey into the mind of a man who after a year without sleep is a mental and physical wreck, tormented by an increased state of paranoia.Its true that this film borrows elements from films like Fight Club and Memento, but its message is far more grounded and hard hitting than both movies and its closing moments make you realise that whilst the subject of the film is haunted by something of his past which you would normally frown upon, you have to feel for him, as his charecter is finally at peace.All in all a well paced film with first class acting, two good twists, one of which is predictable, the other not so, beautifully shot and lit throughout and one of those which you are guaranteed to have to re-visit in order to understand some elements - i for one had to visit some spoiler sites for clarity on some parts, only to watch it again and appreciate it even more when more aware of what i was watching.****1/2 out of 5

Jimmy Carr - Stand Up

 

having already seen the show live twice, i was buying more to add to my collection than expecting to enjoy the jokes as much third time around, but still had me in stitches!

 

A decent collection of extras and the 'Comedy Idol' feature is hilarious! The guy who does the song about Gene Hackman, and the guy who walked in with the notes written on his hand were easily better than the eventual winner, but a really awesome special feature, with a good running time too!

 

Not as good as 'Jimmy Carr Live' but that was a show far longer in the making, and definately an above average follow up.

 

***1/2 out of 5

 

Quantum Leap Series 1/2

 

Only 2 episodes into the second series so far, but i'm amazed at how well this programme has aged. I fucking adore this show, so far i've seen 18 episodes in total and not one that i've considered forwarding, skipping or lost concentration watching. My favourite series of any genre ever, and thats saying something considering that drama and sci fi are probably my least favourites, but i fall in love with this show over and over each time i watch it especially the early episodes where Sam is swiss cheesed, and cant remember details of his family, the phone call home, remembering his brother died in Vietnam, really tear jerking moments, in what is essentially a sub plot in the episodes in which they occur. I could talk for hours about this series.

 

***** out of 5

 

Bill Bailey Cosmic Jam

 

Bit of a let down in all honesty, some top class musical comedy as ever, the starsky and hutch and cockney music skits are fucking brilliant, but his other material is far less, 'odd rambling weirdo' for which he's so popluar nowadays, and much more 'stoned festival going student' type stuff, although its not without its hilarious moments such as..

 

"so i wonder....who photographs Kebabs?"

 

Definately enough good, previously unseen stuff to make it worthwhile buying, especially considering you get a directors cut of bewilderness (a much better show) as an extra, but sadly not as strong as his most recent stuff. Understandable as it was early days, but those expecting something on par with Bewilderness or Part Troll may be a little dissapointed.

 

*** out of 5