American Sniper
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Fair enough but he is echoing how crappy it is to go see movies today. I think it sucks when people come into the theater and feel they are the only ones in the theater.
But I cannot tell you how bad it is when people bring kids into movies that are clearly meant for adults.
I stopped going to the movie theatre because of incidents like the one mentioned. One of the last times I went, a lady with a bad combination of bronchitis and emphysema sat behind us and coughed her way through previews. We moved as far away as possible but could still hear her. I told my wife then it was pay per view for me or I won't go. It's not that important for me to see it a movie's first run.
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If I go see a new movie in the theater, I wait a few weeks until the theaters are pretty much empty for it. No need to be one of the sheep who flock to be first to see it in a crowded theater.
Probably wait on this one for Netflix and watch it in my den, in a cozy recliner, on my big screen tv, and with a glass of bourbon.
Probably wait on this one for Netflix and watch it in my den, in a cozy recliner, on my big screen tv, and with a glass of bourbon.
Normally, I would have moved, but there were no other seats. I got there 15min early and it was still packed. Having said that, I shouldn't even have to move. If people have issues then that's fine, but a little courtesy goes a long way. It was just one of those "perfect storms" I guess and where I was trying to be polite, those behind them were not. Though they ended up saying throughout, I think it left a mark so that hopefully the next time they decide to see a movie, they are better prepared.
Originally posted by CaliNoleFan6:
Just watched it. Solid flick - my issue was more about my experience in the theatre, moreso than the movie itself.
Went with a buddy. We sit the customary 1 seat apart.
Why didn't you just move over to the seat you left between you and your buddy?
Just watched it. Solid flick - my issue was more about my experience in the theatre, moreso than the movie itself.
Went with a buddy. We sit the customary 1 seat apart.
Why didn't you just move over to the seat you left between you and your buddy?
This...........I hope to God (whichever one you believe) I never have to take a life. Don't get me wrong, somebody kicks in my door I'm going to put them down permanently......but I don't think I'll handle it very well afterwards.Originally posted by DukeFan1:
I haven't seen it yet, but it sounds like Eastwood is recycling the prevailing theme from Unforgiven; that killing, even for a righteous cause, still leaves you emotionally scarred for life....
It wasn't an option - the smell of dirty diaper pretty much bombed a good portion of the entire area where we were sitting.
Off topic - when you flew F4's were they equipped with the drag chute? I ask because when I was a rigger in the Air Force, they had a model of one on the wall - completely different from the ACES II, but still pretty cool. Long flutes to store the 550 and so on.
Just finished watching it now. I didn't know anything about the actual person or the back story, so I didn't know what to expect.
Overall, somewhat entertaining. There were a few decent moments. The story telling was weak imo. Not sure what the hype was all about, but I didn't really get that much out of it. I'm glad they focused on PTSD, probably could have done it more service if they had made it a stronger focus rather than focusing on a sniper duel.
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Overall, somewhat entertaining. There were a few decent moments. The story telling was weak imo. Not sure what the hype was all about, but I didn't really get that much out of it. I'm glad they focused on PTSD, probably could have done it more service if they had made it a stronger focus rather than focusing on a sniper duel.
This post was edited on 1/23 1:27 AM by dmm5157
All F4's had drag chutes. And yes they are different from an ejection seat parachute.
F5's had them too.
Very interesting read, glad I am reading this after seeing the movie or I may not have even watched it.
I do see the actual person (Chris Kyle) in a different light, having watched some of his interviews and read portions of that article that make him seem more human.
the movie really missed some great opportunities to tell a much bigger and more meaningful story.
I watched it today..It was worth watching.Maybe knowing exactly how it ended ruined it for me.I actually wasn't aware of the story until the movie came out and I read a little bit about it.
I watched it today. I have a friend who votes for the AA so I get the DVD. Good movie but not great.
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The article the link goes to is just as much political propaganda as what it accuses the movie of being. I just saw the movie last night, and while I agree it was a good, but not great, movie, I didn't see all of the implications that the article portrays are in there...the article talks more about what it thought the movie should have been (an overall depiction of the Irag war) instead of the movie it was (it was about Chris Kyle and his perspective).
You guys realize not having music playing during the end credits makes for a quiet, awkward exit right?
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Which is precisely what the makers of this exploitation film aimed at the American sub-genius want you to think.
It was a good movie.....not one of my all time favs but a good movie.
Not sure what some folks are getting all bent out of shape about...it not like the real American Sniper was killing innocent people. I'm sure the movie sensationalized things some, but nonetheless...he is one of the good guys killing the bad guys.
Go FSU
Frank
Not sure what some folks are getting all bent out of shape about...it not like the real American Sniper was killing innocent people. I'm sure the movie sensationalized things some, but nonetheless...he is one of the good guys killing the bad guys.
Go FSU
Frank
Rules of engagement.
I'm sorry this movie didn't go into any detail on the copious paperwork required like this book did,
but you can rest assured under this president and his million lawyers in DC now bout for blood, if any sniper kills someone they shouldn't they'll be all over it and the media would exploit it. that's what these soldiers have to deal with now, detailing with who they kill and in what scenario on top of just staying alive and completing whatever was assigned. War had never been this catalogued before.
Great movie anyway, never seen an audience so affected by a flick
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I'm sorry this movie didn't go into any detail on the copious paperwork required like this book did,
but you can rest assured under this president and his million lawyers in DC now bout for blood, if any sniper kills someone they shouldn't they'll be all over it and the media would exploit it. that's what these soldiers have to deal with now, detailing with who they kill and in what scenario on top of just staying alive and completing whatever was assigned. War had never been this catalogued before.
Great movie anyway, never seen an audience so affected by a flick
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So affected by what? I feel like I'm missing something. The way the movie ended, it didn't seem to clearly convey the manner in which Chris Kyle was murdered. It says he was killed, but it does not do him justice in explaining it wasn't an accident. He was murdered by a fellow veteran (former marine) that was suffering from mental illness or severe PTSD (or both).
Is it the shock that he was killed by someone he barely knew who was also ex-military? The film didn't really give much information about his killer, but that in and of itself is interesting and seems like it could/would tie into the PTSD part of the film, which was its most redeeming facet.
PTSD is very real and it's a very dangerous condition that has always existed and should be highlighted. That is to the benefit of current soldiers, veterans, and their families.
Source reputation aside, but this is pretty intriguing information (see links below).
Helping soldiers deal with PTSD so this kind of thing happens less frequently would have been more useful than showing the funeral procession footage from Chris Kyle. Seemed to me that showing him as a hero to be more important than trying to use his tragic story to help other soldiers moving forward.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/post-nation/wp/2015/01/22/the-trial-of-eddie-routh-the-man-who-killed-chris-kyle-will-be-american-snipers-darkest-chapter/
http://abcnews.go.com/US/american-sniper-happened-real-life-movie-fades-black/story?id=28352754
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Dmm,
I'm not sure but again I already knew the ending so someone who didn't know can give a more honest assessment of the emotions of the ending.
Saving private Ryan is only comparison I can make in person from audience around me.
I thought the movie definitely provided some info on the struggle he had and how he wanted to help other PTSD vets. Certainly not like the book but I dont think Eastwood glamorized Kyle in some hero worship either.
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I'm not sure but again I already knew the ending so someone who didn't know can give a more honest assessment of the emotions of the ending.
Saving private Ryan is only comparison I can make in person from audience around me.
I thought the movie definitely provided some info on the struggle he had and how he wanted to help other PTSD vets. Certainly not like the book but I dont think Eastwood glamorized Kyle in some hero worship either.
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I didn't know anything about Chris Kyle before the movie and purposely avoided this thread or anything about him on the internet before watching the movie. I didn't know how he was killed, so for me the ending left me with questions. I watched the movie at home, so I immediately Googled Kyle and looked up how he was killed. I figured his death was an accidental shooting or something, so I was shocked to learn he and another man were murdered by an ex-marine (Eddie Routh). That is the reason for me saying the movie could have done more to give some additional information about his death to benefit others in the future as well.
Personal statements:
I have no political agenda and I have many family members who are currently serving in the military (some army, mostly air force), as well as veterans (including my grandfather who served in WWII).
My wife is a licensed clinical social worker who has worked with some veterans and/or their family members using EMDR therapy to treat PTSD. The only thing the movie did, for me, was make me a little more worried about her safety a bit when working with her clients, but that is a personal issue. I do value the work that she does and, from her accounts, it seems like it does work.
I liked the ending because it felt more real and not a hollywood ending. Mainly because it is real. Its still an ongoing trial so that may be why they didnt go into too much with the guy who killed Kyle. Or they didnt want to glorify him with much backstory. Or because nobody really knows what actually happend that day at the gun range. We still dont know the guys mindset. Diving into what happened that day when nobody actually knows anything would have ruined the movie for me.
No need to dive into any particular narrative but a little bit more information would have been welcomed. They gave very little at all.
I'll have to go back and watch the ending again to see what they actually said before showing the funeral procession footage.
As an F Class 1000 yard shooter, I find the movie alluring. Lots of work and lots of luck go into shooting long distances.
It would be nice if old vets like me, if found to have a terminal illness, could be shipped out with their rifles and given the opportunity to terminate these bastards.
It would be nice if old vets like me, if found to have a terminal illness, could be shipped out with their rifles and given the opportunity to terminate these bastards.
My wife is also an LCSW who has done some counseling for vets with PTSD. She's an oncology social worker so she gets the double whammy of counseling vets with cancer in addition to PTSD. She's had her share of "interesting" patients who don't have PTSD so hearing stories about it add to the worry.
There are rumors of a Special Operator that has a verified 1600yd head shot, but he got so inebriated with Kelly Lowrey he lost his car in Tallahassee and made the most pathetic voice mail EVA...
* SNICKER*
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* SNICKER*
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I agree....I sure as hell didn't walk out of the movie thinking where can I sign up. I thought it was a good movie though
The thing that I kept thinking during that movie was how in the hell do those guys stand being away from their kids that long. I remember when I had to go to India for 3 weeks for work and but the end of the second week I could not wait to see my wife and kids.
It is one hell of a sacrifice that the troops and their families make.
The thing that I kept thinking during that movie was how in the hell do those guys stand being away from their kids that long. I remember when I had to go to India for 3 weeks for work and but the end of the second week I could not wait to see my wife and kids.
It is one hell of a sacrifice that the troops and their families make.
