That's my boy - Page 5

Ramplate · 06-18-2012, 07:25 PM

Meanwhile, at Night Wing's house...

SnoBorderZero · 06-18-2012, 10:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doomsday

I can never decide between Dumb and Dumber and Das Boot, either.

To be fair, I do like both of those films.

Dhamon22 · 06-19-2012, 03:58 PM

Sandler has plenty of movies I like, just none in at least the past five years (other than Funny People). This looks to continue that trend. No thanks.

Justin · 06-19-2012, 04:12 PM

Has nine1wing been banned yet, or what? Starting a thread on That's My Boy seems like enough of a reason. Right alongside the insults to masterchief's family, it only seems appropriate.

MasterChief117 · 06-19-2012, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by PG Cooper

Which Oscar?

Best Screenplay, hopefully.

Deexan · 06-19-2012, 04:18 PM

It's pointless questioning which Oscars That's My Boy will win when the obvious answer is "all of them".

Justin · 06-19-2012, 04:18 PM

Ahaha....

MasterChief117 · 06-19-2012, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Deexan

It's pointless questioning which Oscars That's My Boy will win when the obvious answer is "all of them".

But only like one or two MTV Movie Awards right? Those things are like...legit.

MovieBuff801 · 06-19-2012, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by MasterChief117

But only like one or two MTV Movie Awards right? Those things are like...legit.

Forget it...there's still one more Twilight movie left.

Daniel · 06-20-2012, 01:28 AM

I think the fact this movie has 5 pages is sad.

Daniel · 06-20-2012, 01:29 AM

Nevermind, I see now how entertaining it is. Thread on.

Daniel · 06-20-2012, 02:00 AM

That's My Boy - Review

Adam Sandler has run a wide gamut of films in his career, and many people have counted him out, even referring to him as a box office repellant. The sad truth is that a once-great actor who brought us some solid comedy hits started signing up for anything and everything, and the quality waned along with the crowds.

However, a few gems showed up in his repertoire, mainly dramatic pieces like Reign Over Me and Punch Drunk Love. Whatever source he went to in order to make those performances so grandiose, it seems he has tapped into it again here with That's My Boy.

Boy is a tale that depicts an every day kid in school getting involved with one of his teachers. When she ends up pregnant, he ends up a dad, and with the mom in jail, he is given the taxing burden of being a father while trying to juggle school and maintain an income for himself and his kid. Like most teenagers, Sandler's character manages to make a few faux pas and alienates himself from his son. Years later, he finds himself reunited with his grown up son, played expertly by Andy Samberg. In awkwardly trying to reunite with Samberg, Sandler doesn't just tickle our funny bones, he shows us a side of humanity often overlooked, though it happens each and every day - probably in your own neighbourhood, or with a family you know.

To say Boy is a comedy is rather misleading. The parallels between what one wants for their lives and what actually transpires due to one's humanity and choosing to do what feels right in the moment versus what is better in the long run is depicted here in a way that is nothing short of tragic. This is exasperated by here is a pain in Sandler's eyes that he manages to wear throughout. I laughed a lot at his character, but I was crying on the inside as well. To see such a sweet angelic face on the screen (from Samberg's character) affected by Sandler's less-than-respectable actions really moves you and touches to the core.

Throughout the film, the father/son relationship is explored to depths few other movies have dared to. Movies are a way of escape, but Boy goes for the guts by taking a more realistic turn. I think, honestly, any actor other than Sandler would have mucked this up. There's just a sincere honesty to him that really tugs at the heart strings.

All this talk of Oscars isn't far off the mark - I'd be appalled to see this passed over for, at the very least, Actor/Film/Supporting Actor of the year nominations.

10/10

Daniel · 06-20-2012, 02:01 AM

Way to not include a poll, nine1wing. sigh.

sshuttari · 06-20-2012, 02:41 AM

You sir get the award for best review I have ever read in this forum

10/10

**JBond** · 06-20-2012, 02:43 AM

I hope there's a joke involved in this somewhere.

nine1wing · 06-20-2012, 08:04 AM

Wow, nice review, i,ll admit the best man gift was sad, well not sad but u know what i mean. Like i said before this movie obviously isnt meant for everyone because of some of the raunchy scenes, but its still a very good movie but thats coming from me, but for people like i believe it was cooper who gave it an f and this isnt a mock but thats coming from someone who would rather watch titanic, or eternal sunshine, instead of dumb and dumber then yes hes gonna really despise this movie. Sorry about the poll when i made thus thread it was more of a yeah, this one is actually really funny. On a side note, i also though his movie just go with it was pretty funny as well, him aniston, kidman and lol dave matthews had some pretty funny scenes.

saveus1011 · 06-20-2012, 09:51 AM

Genius Daniel.

Ramplate · 06-20-2012, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by JBond

I hope there's a joke involved in this somewhere.

Quote:

Originally Posted by nine1wing

Wow, nice review...

http://virtualrimshot.com/

sshuttari · 06-20-2012, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by nine1wing

Wow, nice review,

Oh dear... God...

I seriously hope your trolling

PG Cooper · 06-20-2012, 02:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nine1wing

Wow, nice review, i,ll admit the best man gift was sad, well not sad but u know what i mean. Like i said before this movie obviously isnt meant for everyone because of some of the raunchy scenes, but its still a very good movie but thats coming from me, but for people like i believe it was cooper who gave it an f and this isnt a mock but thats coming from someone who would rather watch titanic, or eternal sunshine, instead of dumb and dumber then yes hes gonna really despise this movie. Sorry about the poll when i made thus thread it was more of a yeah, this one is actually really funny. On a side note, i also though his movie just go with it was pretty funny as well, him aniston, kidman and lol dave matthews had some pretty funny scenes.

I never said I didn't like Dumb and Dumber.

MovieBuff801 · 06-20-2012, 02:27 PM

But I did.

Justin · 06-20-2012, 02:28 PM

I thought of That's My Boy as more of an existential tragicomedy. But yes, I agree nevertheless, Daniel, it's an A++.

**JBond** · 06-20-2012, 02:54 PM

It takes on whole new meaning if you play it along with Dark Side of the Moon.

the elmo zombie · 06-20-2012, 03:55 PM

My question for nice1wang is whether he'd still love the movie if Kate Winslet was in it. Also, since you're obviously under 17, which of your fathers did you go to the movie with? Will we get to read his opinion too?

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Daniel Flawed Design Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,606	I think the fact this movie has 5 pages is sad. __________________ Only fear can make you feel lonely out here

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Daniel Flawed Design Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,606	Nevermind, I see now how entertaining it is. Thread on. __________________ Only fear can make you feel lonely out here

06-19-2012, 04:12 PM	#104
Justin Executive Producer Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 11,896	Has nine1wing been banned yet, or what? Starting a thread on That's My Boy seems like enough of a reason. Right alongside the insults to masterchief's family, it only seems appropriate.

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Justin Executive Producer Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 11,896	Ahaha....

06-20-2012, 02:00 AM	#112
Daniel Flawed Design Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,606	That's My Boy - Review Adam Sandler has run a wide gamut of films in his career, and many people have counted him out, even referring to him as a box office repellant. The sad truth is that a once-great actor who brought us some solid comedy hits started signing up for anything and everything, and the quality waned along with the crowds. However, a few gems showed up in his repertoire, mainly dramatic pieces like Reign Over Me and Punch Drunk Love. Whatever source he went to in order to make those performances so grandiose, it seems he has tapped into it again here with That's My Boy. Boy is a tale that depicts an every day kid in school getting involved with one of his teachers. When she ends up pregnant, he ends up a dad, and with the mom in jail, he is given the taxing burden of being a father while trying to juggle school and maintain an income for himself and his kid. Like most teenagers, Sandler's character manages to make a few faux pas and alienates himself from his son. Years later, he finds himself reunited with his grown up son, played expertly by Andy Samberg. In awkwardly trying to reunite with Samberg, Sandler doesn't just tickle our funny bones, he shows us a side of humanity often overlooked, though it happens each and every day - probably in your own neighbourhood, or with a family you know. To say Boy is a comedy is rather misleading. The parallels between what one wants for their lives and what actually transpires due to one's humanity and choosing to do what feels right in the moment versus what is better in the long run is depicted here in a way that is nothing short of tragic. This is exasperated by here is a pain in Sandler's eyes that he manages to wear throughout. I laughed a lot at his character, but I was crying on the inside as well. To see such a sweet angelic face on the screen (from Samberg's character) affected by Sandler's less-than-respectable actions really moves you and touches to the core. Throughout the film, the father/son relationship is explored to depths few other movies have dared to. Movies are a way of escape, but Boy goes for the guts by taking a more realistic turn. I think, honestly, any actor other than Sandler would have mucked this up. There's just a sincere honesty to him that really tugs at the heart strings. All this talk of Oscars isn't far off the mark - I'd be appalled to see this passed over for, at the very least, Actor/Film/Supporting Actor of the year nominations. 10/10 __________________ Only fear can make you feel lonely out here Last edited by Daniel; 06-20-2012 at 05:32 AM.

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06-20-2012, 08:04 AM	#116
nine1wing Executive Producer Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 371	Wow, nice review, i,ll admit the best man gift was sad, well not sad but u know what i mean. Like i said before this movie obviously isnt meant for everyone because of some of the raunchy scenes, but its still a very good movie but thats coming from me, but for people like i believe it was cooper who gave it an f and this isnt a mock but thats coming from someone who would rather watch titanic, or eternal sunshine, instead of dumb and dumber then yes hes gonna really despise this movie. Sorry about the poll when i made thus thread it was more of a yeah, this one is actually really funny. On a side note, i also though his movie just go with it was pretty funny as well, him aniston, kidman and lol dave matthews had some pretty funny scenes.

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06-20-2012, 02:28 PM	#122
Justin Executive Producer Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 11,896	I thought of That's My Boy as more of an existential tragicomedy. But yes, I agree nevertheless, Daniel, it's an A++.

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06-20-2012, 03:55 PM	#124
the elmo zombie SWITCH TO KRYPTONIIIIIITE!!! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: NOT THE BEES!! Posts: 4,677	My question for nice1wang is whether he'd still love the movie if Kate Winslet was in it. Also, since you're obviously under 17, which of your fathers did you go to the movie with? Will we get to read his opinion too?