+ Post new thread
Page 14 of 29 FirstFirst ... 4 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 24 ... LastLast
Threads 651 to 700 of 1434

Forum: Arts and Entertainment

A place for discussion of the arts, both low- and high-brow.

Subforums Last post

  1. The Cooking, Drink and Food Forum

    Forum Actions:

    Forum Statistics:

    • Threads: 205
    • Posts: 3,319
  2. For showing off user generated images, photography lessons, and image-oriented threads.

    Forum Actions:

    Forum Statistics:

    • Threads: 125
    • Posts: 3,068
  3. A place to show off your creative works.

    Forum Actions:

    Forum Statistics:

    • Threads: 143
    • Posts: 2,283
  1. Favorite drunk songs

    What is/are the song(s) that you love to listen to/sing/scream when you're drunk? I personally like listening to Total Eclipse of the Heart. And Bob Seger.

    Started by gigglesthebloody‎, 24 Nov 2009 10:05 PM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 2,148
    26 Nov 2009 02:41 AM Go to last post
  2. 1987: The Best Year For Movies, Ever

    http://riverbottomnightmareblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/and-then-there-was-1987and-cinemas.html Cole Stratton blogged about the top 50 grossing films of 1987, and as I looked at the list, I realized that I was raised on films mostly made in 1987....

    Started by gigglesthebloody‎, 24 Nov 2009 10:31 PM
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 2,112
    25 Nov 2009 11:00 PM Go to last post
  3. How adventurous are you when choosing books to read?

    When I choose new books of fiction to read I don't think I have ever just grabbed one from the shelf because it looked interesting. Instead I might choose a book from an author I know already or at least one were I have heard enough about the author...

    Started by Feirefiz‎, 23 Nov 2009 08:47 AM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,639
    25 Nov 2009 08:22 PM Go to last post
  4. Are you a fan of Mad Men?

    I've watched a number of episodes and I don't really get the hype. I like the "period" setting but the characters do little for me. I don't care what happens any of them. Any fans on here? What do ye think? Does it get better as the seasons...

    Started by The Original An Gadaí‎, 06 Oct 2009 03:13 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 877
    25 Nov 2009 07:13 PM Go to last post
  5. The Importance of Accuracy in Film

    How important is it to you that your films be accurate when they portray, say, historical events, or science, or anything where the movie's portrayal of something may affect the audience's view of some real subject? Personally, I am going to...

    Started by OtakuLoki‎, 23 Nov 2009 04:10 PM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 4,410
    25 Nov 2009 11:43 AM Go to last post
  6. Anime - Musings and Thoughts

    As you may have guessed from my name, I'm an anime fan. It was pointed out to me that we haven't had a good anime thread here on Mellophant, and I figured if someone's going to step up into that role, it ought to be someone who's willing to call...

    Started by OtakuLoki‎, 17 Nov 2009 06:18 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,306
    25 Nov 2009 11:15 AM Go to last post
  7. Movie Reviews - Add Yours Please

    The "On Demand" feature is a good thing. I get to watch movies that I vaguely wanted to see during their normal run, but missed somehow. My son Jack and I like to watch movies together and I let him choose the two we watched most recently. The...

    Started by jali‎, 23 Nov 2009 09:51 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 739
    23 Nov 2009 10:37 AM Go to last post
  8. November reads

    I am currently reading New York by Edward Rutherfurd. He writes long historical novels, and his schtick is to follow a few families through the generations. LOVED his book Sarum (his first book). He's written a couple others that have taken place...

    Started by Sarahfeena‎, 20 Nov 2009 12:33 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 929
    20 Nov 2009 03:18 PM Go to last post
  9. What Movies Could You Improve By Adding...

    binks, with a flame thrower? During chate this morning, binks let it be known that she has a fondness for the flame thrower as her insane weapon of choice. And this is obviously a good choice. It's awe-inspiring, terrifying, and you have to...

    Started by OtakuLoki‎, 18 Nov 2009 02:23 PM
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 1,336
    19 Nov 2009 06:44 PM Go to last post
  10. Help Me ID An Actor Please

    Is the Scanner Darkly guy the long haired guy from Dazed and Confused? (the one with the backwards cap and hair past his shoulders)

    Started by jali‎, 19 Nov 2009 04:12 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 760
    19 Nov 2009 05:53 PM Go to last post
  11. Paranormal Activity [spoilerish]

    It's a bad sign when I check the time on my cellphone to try to figure out how much longer the movie is going to last. It's a really bad sign when I do that every five minutes. Paranormal Activity is the story of the two stupidest people on the...

    Started by Nrblex‎, 18 Nov 2009 08:44 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 5,832
    18 Nov 2009 09:28 PM Go to last post
  12. Annoying minor cinematic clichés

    I mean not so much plot or character clichés but rather small devices or acting techniques. My example is something that appears surprisingly often and once you notice it, it just becomes more and more annoying. For some reason a character has...

    Started by Feirefiz‎, 18 Nov 2009 05:04 AM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,084
    18 Nov 2009 02:10 PM Go to last post
  13. How has film/TV changed our expectations of narratives?

    On idea that you hear from time to time is that the rise of film and TV has changed the audience's expectations of narratives even in other media like e.g. books. It seems to make sense. Film has its own narrative requirements and the average...

    Started by Feirefiz‎, 18 Nov 2009 11:06 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,280
    18 Nov 2009 12:43 PM Go to last post
  14. Movie Protagonists You Dislike

    I HATE Grandpa Joe from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. First there is his highly suspect "miracle" recovery when Charlie finds the ticket. You couldn't get off your ass for 20 years to support your family but you can dance around for...

    Started by Myrnalene‎, 17 Nov 2009 03:58 PM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 3,147
    17 Nov 2009 06:29 PM Go to last post
  15. Edward Woodward RIP

    Actor Edward Woodward best known for his role in "The Wicker Man" and as "The Equalizer" has died aged 79. He was a really fine actor and will be missed. Other roles he was well known for included Breaker Morant and Callan.

    Started by CatInASuit‎, 16 Nov 2009 08:18 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 752
    16 Nov 2009 01:15 PM Go to last post
  16. Why the hatred for novellas?

    This is very, very tangentially inspired by the NaNoWriMo article. Repeatedly I have heard or read that novellas are unpopular. Conventional wisdom seems to be that readers don't like them. Apparently publishers go so far as to misrepresent books as...

    Started by Feirefiz‎, 02 Nov 2009 02:52 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 2,816
    16 Nov 2009 09:09 AM Go to last post
  17. Dollhouse, Season 2

    Okay, so who's watching and what do you think? I'm still enjoying the creepy premise of it all and looking forward to things moving toward the apocalyptic future we saw in Epitaph One, but there's a huge problem with the show that I just can't...

    Started by Zuul‎, 16 Oct 2009 05:43 PM
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 1,781
    16 Nov 2009 01:32 AM Go to last post
  18. The Pacific miniseries (2010)

    So apparently we have a few other people around this place who enjoy WWII history. Is there anybody else around here who's been following and awaiting The Pacific from the creators of Band of Brothers as much as me? The trailer: e99B80crU3E ...

    Started by Zuul‎, 18 Oct 2009 09:19 AM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 911
    16 Nov 2009 01:25 AM Go to last post
  19. Poll Poll: Top Actor Polls: Current

    This was not easy to narrow down a list. I used my knowledge of movies and several Internet sources. The lines between Old Hollywood, Post Studio and Current are not sharp but I managed to get 23 actors for each list. (Except Current that went to...

    Started by What Exit?‎, 20 Oct 2009 01:31 PM
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 1,802
    16 Nov 2009 12:45 AM Go to last post
  20. Poll Poll: Top Actress Polls: Current

    This was not easy to narrow down a list. I used my knowledge of movies and several Internet sources. The lines between Old Hollywood, Post Studio and Current are not sharp but I managed to get 25 actors or less for each list. In the end I will take...

    Started by What Exit?‎, 20 Oct 2009 02:53 PM
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 1,825
    16 Nov 2009 12:11 AM Go to last post
  21. Poll Poll: Top Child Actor Poll

    I thought it might be a good idea to make a companion poll for What Exit's Best Actor and Actress polls. With help from some brainstormers in chat I have come up with a list of 20 boys and girls. I tried to stay aware from teen actors as much as...

    Started by Myrnalene‎, 21 Oct 2009 04:31 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,635
    15 Nov 2009 11:58 PM Go to last post
  22. Star Trek-inspired songs

    Yet another chat spin off thread. Here's The Firm singing Star Trekkin', which at one time at least was de riguer at every sci-fi convention around here FCARADb9asE Leslie Fish's Banned From Argo (courtesy of OtakuLoki) q50UBIWXvfc

    Started by The Original An Gadaí‎, 10 Nov 2009 06:13 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,614
    15 Nov 2009 10:31 AM Go to last post
  23. Poll Poll: Top Actor Polls: Old Hollywood

    This was not easy to narrow down a list. I used my knowledge of movies and several Internet sources. The lines between Old Hollywood, Post Studio and Current are not sharp but I managed to get 23 actors for each list. In the end I will take the top...

    Started by What Exit?‎, 20 Oct 2009 01:12 PM
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 2,917
    15 Nov 2009 09:01 AM Go to last post
  24. Poll Poll: Top Actress Polls: Old Hollywood

    This was not easy to narrow down a list. I used my knowledge of movies and several Internet sources. The lines between Old Hollywood, Post Studio and Current are not sharp but I managed to get 25 actors or less for each list. In the end I will take...

    Started by What Exit?‎, 20 Oct 2009 02:39 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,359
    15 Nov 2009 08:55 AM Go to last post
  25. Poll Poll: Top Actor Polls: Post Studio

    This was not easy to narrow down a list. I used my knowledge of movies and several Internet sources. The lines between Old Hollywood, Post Studio and Current are not sharp but I managed to get 23 actors for each list. In the end I will take the top...

    Started by What Exit?‎, 20 Oct 2009 01:20 PM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 2,609
    15 Nov 2009 08:52 AM Go to last post
  26. Poll Poll: Top Actress Polls: Post Studio

    This was not easy to narrow down a list. I used my knowledge of movies and several Internet sources. The lines between Old Hollywood, Post Studio and Current are not sharp but I managed to get 25 actors or less for each list. In the end I will take...

    Started by What Exit?‎, 20 Oct 2009 02:46 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,071
    15 Nov 2009 08:49 AM Go to last post
  27. The Corbomite Maneuver

    This is the episode of the week. It's a good episode, but I'm just not that into this one. Uhura is in yellow (wtf?) and there are some major wardrobe malfunctions with Spock's and Sulu's uniforms. Plus, Ron Howard's little brother is just...

    Started by eleanorigby‎, 08 Nov 2009 05:06 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,105
    13 Nov 2009 07:57 PM Go to last post
  28. Gorillas in the MIS (Truncated Movie Titles)

    I recently noticed that on the lists of Cable On Demand movies, the titles that are too long simply get truncated with no indication that there's something cut off. Even more bizarre because they only use about half the screen to display it, so...

    Started by parzival‎, 12 Nov 2009 03:04 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 936
    12 Nov 2009 09:11 AM Go to last post
  29. Stephen Tyler not leaving Aerosmith

    The power of the internet indeed. Joe Perry saw an online report saying that Stephen Tyler would be leaving the band. Taking it for the truth, it was released in to the mainstream press. Stephen Tyler has now come out and said that nothing...

    Started by CatInASuit‎, 11 Nov 2009 09:53 AM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,635
    11 Nov 2009 06:27 PM Go to last post
  30. Star Trek Marathon

    I just finished watching all 6 ST: TOS movies in less than 2 days. And still am hungry for more. I plan to watch whatever one comes next (with Picard, where Kirk dies) and then proceed to watch more of the TOS shows. I am insatiable for Kirk,...

    Started by eleanorigby‎, 25 Oct 2009 08:56 PM
    • Replies: 38
    • Views: 2,810
    11 Nov 2009 05:57 PM Go to last post
  31. Muse

    I'm late as hell for this party! Why has no one hipped me to this AMAZING band? I had to find out all by myself so now I'm a bandwagon jumper, but I've been listening to their music all morning and they are my current favorite band. I have CDs to...

    Started by jali‎, 10 Nov 2009 09:37 AM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 979
    10 Nov 2009 05:21 PM Go to last post
  32. Change the lyrics of a well-known song.

    It doesn't have to be a complete song. < deep breath > "i walked up to her, asked her if she wanted to dance she looked at me and said "you've got no fucking chance" so i said, "hey, you've got great tits" then she caught me with a lucky...

    Started by ivan astikov‎, 06 Nov 2009 01:48 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 3,602
    09 Nov 2009 07:02 PM Go to last post
  33. Your favorite love songs

    I've had some on the brain lately-which is kind of tragic in it's own right but anyway. Post (at least? at most?) your five favorites, if you have 'em. Be honest. There is no shame. Lately, I can't stop singing this one. And it has to be this...

    Started by RabbitMage‎, 09 Nov 2009 06:26 AM
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 1,658
    09 Nov 2009 04:57 PM Go to last post
  34. ST:TOS; Dagger of the Mind

    This was a good episode, if a bit ham acted (so what else is new?). The idea of a "neural neutralizer" is intriguing and there is precedence in our own world (lobotomy, anyone? Ok, it's not a light ray changing personality but compared to ST world,...

    Started by eleanorigby‎, 31 Oct 2009 12:10 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,023
    07 Nov 2009 02:07 PM Go to last post
  35. Favourite Stand Up Routines

    Andrew Maxwell on Hibs and Rangers. Language is definitely not safe for work. KZNxRpqabHY

    Started by The Original An Gadaí‎, 28 Oct 2009 09:20 AM
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 1,677
    05 Nov 2009 01:29 PM Go to last post
  36. Movies where the villain realease a disease because they alone have the cure (minor spoilers necessary)

    Let's just collect examples of this through film. I believe there are many, my brother thinks this is a novel idea that hasn't been used enough. Let's embarrass someone! I'll start with two examples. Mission Impossible 2 : Bad guys include...

    Started by beebs‎, 02 Nov 2009 12:18 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 649
    03 Nov 2009 11:14 AM Go to last post
  37. I'M A STREET WALKIN' CHEETAH WITH A HEART FULL OF NAPALM! or Stooges on tour in 2010

    http://blog.limewire.com/posts/29504-iggy-and-the-stooges-plan-full-slate-of-2010-tour-dates/ So The Stooges are hitting the road with James Williamson (guitarist on Raw Power) filling in for the late Ron Asheton. I can't wait! I've seen...

    Started by Revs‎, 02 Nov 2009 06:17 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,264
    02 Nov 2009 06:17 PM Go to last post
  38. Project Runway starts tonight, bitches!

    Project Runway fans, don't forget that the new season premieres tonight on Lifetime! And before the premiere, there will be a 2-hour "all-star" challenge, with the following previous contenders trying again: Daniel Vosovic and Santino Rice from...

    Started by Sarahfeena‎, 20 Aug 2009 01:53 PM
    • Replies: 48
    • Views: 1,934
    30 Oct 2009 12:20 PM Go to last post
  39. Who is the most famous person you've ever met (ever)?

    I met Rupert Murdoch once. Who have you met?

    Started by The Original An Gadaí‎, 08 Sep 2009 03:11 PM
    2 Pages
    1 2
    • Replies: 61
    • Views: 4,004
    29 Oct 2009 06:18 PM Go to last post
  40. Goodreads

    I know a lot of members here are already using Goodreads, but if you're not it's a great way to keep track of your own reading and to stalk, er observe other readers as well. I created an SDMB group a while back. DoMeBos (and Giraffes) are very...

    Started by Julie‎, 18 Mar 2009 10:10 AM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,365
    28 Oct 2009 03:07 PM Go to last post
  41. Poll Poll: Top Horror Actors

    Had to re-post due to technical difficulties.

    Started by Myrnalene‎, 26 Oct 2009 03:28 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 971
    27 Oct 2009 09:55 AM Go to last post
  42. Favorite Songs from the 20s to the 40s

    At An Gadaí's request! Quite a few of mine will be clips from movies. Paul Robeson sings "Old Man River" from Show Boat Marlene Dietrich sings "Falling in Love Again" from Blue Angel Édith Piaf sings La Vie En Rose

    Started by Myrnalene‎, 22 Oct 2009 07:26 PM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 2,206
    26 Oct 2009 04:50 PM Go to last post
  43. John Prine lyrics question.

    John Prine has a delightful ditty called "Grandpa Was A Carpenter". In the chorus of said song he sings the line "And voted for Eisenhower, because Lincoln won the war." Not knowing enough about American politics I'm not sure what this lyric means...

    Started by The Original An Gadaí‎, 18 Oct 2009 04:25 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 937
    25 Oct 2009 11:31 AM Go to last post
  44. Glee ez zee masterpiece!

    This show has captured my heart. The cast is talented. The storyline is hilarious. The characters are great. Who watched last night?

    Started by jali‎, 08 Oct 2009 02:25 PM
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 1,673
    24 Oct 2009 04:49 PM Go to last post
  45. German movie recommendations

    As requested in chat, here is a thread for German movie recommendations. I am not a great expert but of course I have seen a few things that might not be that well known around the world. Unfortunately I have to leave now but perhaps you could...

    Started by Feirefiz‎, 21 Oct 2009 11:35 AM
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 1,827
    24 Oct 2009 01:08 AM Go to last post
  46. H.P. Lovecraft Recommendation

    I was wondering which of his stories would be the best place to start?

    Started by Xan‎, 14 Oct 2009 12:14 AM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 2,760
    24 Oct 2009 12:05 AM Go to last post
  47. Night of the Hunter on TCM tonight!

    Sorry for the short notice, but I just realized that Night of the Hunter is on Turner Classic Movies at 8:00 PM EST. If you have a chance, do yourself a favor and watch it. It is a rather fairy-tale like suspense movie starring Robert Mitchum, with...

    Started by Myrnalene‎, 23 Oct 2009 05:14 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 696
    23 Oct 2009 09:10 PM Go to last post
  48. Recommend A Gangster Movie.

    I've watched The Godfather and The Godfather II in recent days. Anyone want to recommend other gangster films? I've seen a fair few but I'm sure there are plenty I haven't seen.

    Started by The Original An Gadaí‎, 22 Oct 2009 09:25 AM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 1,691
    23 Oct 2009 01:40 PM Go to last post
  49. Poll Poll: What should I read first?

    I have three new books, all of which I'm anxious to read, and I can't decide which to dive into first. All non-fiction and have pretty much the same type of appeal to me, so I can't go by what I'm in the mood for right now. Dumbos, please help me....

    Started by Sarahfeena‎, 22 Oct 2009 10:27 AM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 890
    23 Oct 2009 10:08 AM Go to last post
  50. The Children's Hour (A review with SPOILERS)

    The Children's Hour (A review with SPOILERS) Audrey Hepburn and Shirley MacLaine star in this intense 1961 B&W drama of two friends that run a private school for girls. The movie starts by introducing most of the principal characters. Audrey...

    Started by What Exit?‎, 02 Oct 2009 09:32 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,014
    23 Oct 2009 09:58 AM Go to last post

+ Post new thread

Thread Display Options

Use this control to limit the display of threads to those newer than the specified time frame.

Allows you to choose the data by which the thread list will be sorted.

Order threads in...

Note: when sorting by date, 'descending order' will show the newest results first.

Icon Legend

New posts
New posts
Contains no unread posts
Contains no unread posts
Closed thread
Thread closed
You have posted in this thread
You have posted in this thread

Posting rules

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts