It is 7 A.M. on a friday morning here in Orlando, Florida. I have yet to sleep because my mind is throbbing. Lately I have encountered many pompous people and engaged them in conversation about movies/actors/ ect. that we like and dislike. Some of these conversations are usually fair, there have been some that like to argue a lot. Movies like 'Inception' and 'Scott Pilgrim' of course get brought up. I have received, almost in accusation form, that I seem like the guy who would love Scott Pilgrim based on other movies I love. I haven't seen Scott Pilgrim yet, my expectations are set, and it looks like a lot of fun.
I am not the kind of guy that falls for Hollywood's tricks into "mindless entertainment." I loved Inception, and I state my reasons clearly in the review. There are a lot of movies out there better than it, but in my opinon it is still perfect. This is an opinon I will not change. I love all genre's comedy, drama, art, romance, mystery...and I judge them based on how they affect the target audience (which in this case is me cause I love all genre's) and how well they complete what they are trying to do.
I agree with the 'hipsters' that Avatar was a bit overrated. Critic's loved it because they knew the general audience would love it. The 'hipsters' don't make up the general audience. In making Avatar the story hit familiar territory. However the effects were phenomenal. Cameron's goal was the eye-popping visuals. He achieved that goal. So I stand by me 4.5/5 review for Avatar.
It seems these 'hipsters' automatically label anything mainstream bad now, most independent and art films focus primarily on story. I believe the story is vital to the viewing experience, however there still has too be an "experience." This pertains to cinematography, artwork, ect. Winter's Bone had an excellent story, excellent character development and everything, it also kept nice cinematography and set design, I loved this viewing experience. Just like I loved my experience with Avatar.
I understand I am fighting an unwinnable war. This frustration that I am looked down upon, my intelligence being insulted because I like mainstream movies is ludicrous in every manner. Whenever someone asks me if they think i'll like Scott Pilgrim, I simply say: From the reviews it looks like the movie does everything it wants and effects its target audience. If I actually believe it to achieve that goal, then I will give it a positive review.
I do find it funny that my three favorite films of the year go from Inception to Kick-Ass to Winter's Bone. I'm sorry that I don't believe in hating a film because a bunch of other people enjoy it. I write my review out thinking, will the general audience like this? Well the general audience loved Inception, Kick-Ass, and Winter's Bone. Not many people will see Winter's Bone, but I truly wish they would. Cause the general audience that sees that movie will love it.
In conclusion, I love all genere's and all types of movies. I can not be labeled as a mainstream junkie, or even and independent pompous jerk. I open my mind to all forms of art.
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