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powerbook867 · Sep 5, 2006, 08:22 PM

Fantasy, horror....definitely not for kids...

This movie looks amazing..

http://www.chud.com/demo/pan640x360_1500.mov

alligator · Sep 5, 2006, 08:27 PM

Wow, I'm game. Should this be seen in a theater, or with a really good home theater? I haven't been to a theater in about 5 years now. Would it be worth the cost?

powerbook867 · Sep 5, 2006, 08:32 PM

The web site listed all kinds of critics reviews all ready from film festivals..

Pan's Labyrinth | Official Movie Site | Picturehouse

Heck I want to see this more than the premiere of Battlestar Galactica...

waxcrash · Sep 5, 2006, 08:37 PM

Looks cool.

DeathToWindows · Sep 5, 2006, 08:43 PM

Hm. Potential.

Dark Helmet · Sep 5, 2006, 09:15 PM

It is strange that a movie rated R has a young girl as a lead. At first I thought it was a kids movie.

olePigeon · Sep 5, 2006, 09:18 PM

Here's another teaser:

http://www.deltorofilms.com/pantrail..._teaser_hi.mov

I'm so there. It's actually Rated R, I'm sick of the PG-13 sh*t that's been coming out.

Anyone see Mirror Mask? Pretty cool movie.

Dark Helmet · Sep 5, 2006, 09:21 PM

It looks like what the movie Legend looked like to me as a kid in terms of scariness and art direction.

powerbook867 · Sep 5, 2006, 10:33 PM

Thanks for the teaser olepigeon...looks great there as well!

baw · Sep 5, 2006, 11:08 PM

There is only one Labyrinth and that is the one where we get to see David Bowie's package.

The trailer looks good though.

- - e r i k - - · Sep 6, 2006, 02:53 AM

Originally Posted by olePigeon

Here's another teaser:

http://www.deltorofilms.com/pantrail..._teaser_hi.mov

I'm so there. It's actually Rated R, I'm sick of the PG-13 sh*t that's been coming out.

Anyone see Mirror Mask? Pretty cool movie.

I hope it's better than mirror-mask. Though written by my favourite author and directed by a pretty sweet graphic artists it was a snooze for the most part

Looking forward to this though.

Heh. That teaser had the same shot as in the first one minus the pixie. Must be an earlier version.

Eug Wanker · Jan 6, 2007, 07:31 PM

OK, finally saw this movie.

I'd say it was quite a good movie, with genuinely moving scenes and a nice contrast between fantasy and reality.

That said I think it's overrated. I'd give it a solid 4 stars out of 5 (ie. very good), but perhaps wouldn't tote out the "masterpiece" moniker as many reviewers are giving it.

Why?

1) The character of the stepdad of Ofelia (the little girl) is a little over the top. Very harsh man, but sometimes it seems contrived.
2) Pacing. Some of the scenes (both fantasy and reality) seemed slow, and more drawn out than necessary.
3) Not the most interesting fantasies. The frog was kinda meh. The introduction of the 1st fairy was very nicely done however.

That said, I still recommend this to adult viewers. In fact, it's one of the best movies I've seen this year. I'd even purchase it on hi-def if it came out on HD DVD. Don't take your little kids though. It's far too harsh a movie for small children.

BTW, the teaser is quite misleading.

Peter · Jan 6, 2007, 08:01 PM

saw this movie a few months ago -- I really enjoyed it, more than i expected.
I agree entirely with Eugs comments on the movie basically.
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gradient · Jan 6, 2007, 08:07 PM

You saw this a few months ago? I've been waiting for this but it's still not out in theatres where I am - looks like not for a while yet.

Pan's Labyrinth | Official Movie Site | Picturehouse

Eug Wanker · Jan 6, 2007, 08:12 PM

It was on the film fest circuit many months ago, and started playing in Toronto in December 2006, albeit in limited release.

P.S. I'm not sure it really deserved an R-rating. In truth there were a couple of scenes that were potential R scenes, but the vast majority of the movie wasn't even close. To me it was more like a PG-13 movie with a couple of scenes a bit more graphic than usual.

gradient · Jan 6, 2007, 08:14 PM

ah, ic. I had to work pretty much every night of the Vancouver Film Fest, can't remember if it made it here at that point.

Peter · Jan 6, 2007, 08:47 PM

at cambridge we have a picturehouse cinema - and picturehouse is the publisher, so we get all the movies way early.
great cinema too

Wiskedjak · Jan 6, 2007, 09:16 PM

Originally Posted by Dark Helmet

It is strange that a movie rated R has a young girl as a lead. At first I thought it was a kids movie.

Blasphemy · Jan 6, 2007, 09:58 PM

The flick looks interesting. Too bad they're not showing it in my area.

IceEnclosure · Jan 6, 2007, 11:49 PM

I left the theater while watching Poltergeist. Dragged my bro and my dad out, and we left.

I think it was during the tree_grabbing_the_kid_from_his_bedroom scene.

I'm better now.

p.s. Poltergeist came out in '82. I saw it in the theater. I was 6 years old?? Shouldn't I have been at home!?

MaxPower2k3 · Jan 6, 2007, 11:52 PM

Originally Posted by Dark Helmet

It is strange that a movie rated R has a young girl as a lead. At first I thought it was a kids movie.

Not a girl, but what about The Shining? Danny Lloyd was 6 when they shot that. Although he never knew he was in a horror movie until a few years later.

gradient · Jan 7, 2007, 02:52 AM

Carrie also comes to mind.... I'm sure there are plenty more.

gradient · Jan 7, 2007, 02:53 AM

ah of course - the Exorcist. I knew I was missing an obvious one.

Dark Helmet · Jan 7, 2007, 10:50 AM

I have been itching to see this as I didn't know about it when it was at the Toronto Film Festival.

Where is it playing locally now?

gradient · Jan 7, 2007, 01:05 PM

Originally Posted by Dark Helmet

Where is it playing locally now?

http://www.panslabyrinth.com/tickets/

Blasphemy · Jan 7, 2007, 01:09 PM

cool

So I just need to be patient and it may hit my local mega-plex

Dark Helmet · Jan 7, 2007, 01:21 PM

Originally Posted by gradient

http://www.panslabyrinth.com/tickets/

American only.

voodoo · Jan 7, 2007, 01:28 PM

Originally Posted by Dark Helmet

American only.

There is no world outside America, as well you know. That's why it is perfectly logical to assume that any information given about any event should apply to America only.

One shouldn't even mention the fact that it is America-only, because it is unnecessary.

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gradient · Jan 7, 2007, 01:29 PM

It's from their official website - I assumed that meant it IS only playing in the US right now. If not great - maybe the release here in Vancouver will be sooner.

EDIT: Movietickets.com has it scheduled to open in Canada on January 19th.
Pan's Labyrinth (El Laberinto del Fauno) @ MovieTickets.com

Blasphemy · Jan 7, 2007, 02:11 PM

voodoo is just sniping

Eug Wanker · Jan 7, 2007, 03:50 PM

In Toronto, it's only playing at the Varsity (regular theatre and VIP theatre) for the time being.

It has been playing there since Xmas.

gradient · Jan 15, 2007, 11:49 PM

Well I finally got to go see this movie this past weekend and what can I say.... it was as good, hell it was BETTER then I could possibly have hoped. Everything aspect of it I enjoyed completely - just a brilliant, beautiful film.

Atomic Rooster · 12:12 AM

Originally Posted by Eug Wanker

OK, finally saw this movie.

1) The character of the stepdad of Ofelia (the little girl) is a little over the top. Very harsh man, but sometimes it seems contrived.

Yes, I agree. Way over the top. It wasn't that needed to get the point across that he was an homicidal asshole.

Why would the mother seem so oblivious to him being a meany?

My 2 centavos.

Dark Helmet · Jan 16, 2007, 12:10 AM

Originally Posted by Eug Wanker

In Toronto, it's only playing at the Varsity (regular theatre and VIP theatre) for the time being.

Sweet, that is directly across the street from my work.

awaspaas · Jan 16, 2007, 11:02 PM

That doesn't look nearly as good as The Secret Garden.

voodoo · Feb 26, 2007, 09:08 AM

I saw Pan's Labyrinth the other day. It is possibly the best movie I have ever seen in my life. Shame it didn't win the Oscar for best foreign language picture, but it won me.

There isn't a weak spot in it and I can't recommend it enough. The soundtrack is amazing as well.

Just. Wow.

V

andreas_g4 · Feb 26, 2007, 09:13 AM

Apple - Trailers - Pan’s Labyrinth - HD

and:

YUCK!

olePigeon · Feb 26, 2007, 09:31 AM

Originally Posted by andreas_g4

Hah. That was my favorite scene. Especially when it pans over the mural.

voodoo · Feb 26, 2007, 10:04 AM

Interview with the director Del Toro about this movie:

http://movies.netscape.com/story/200...on-cinematical

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RAILhead · Feb 26, 2007, 10:14 AM

Why's it rated R? My wife tends to have R movies because of all the foul language and stuff.

G Barnett · Feb 26, 2007, 10:57 AM

Mostly due to subject matter, theme and the occasional bursts of quite graphic violence. If I recall correctly, there's a BIT of language issues, but they're extremely minor. The dialogue is, overall, pretty tame -- it's a distinct contrast with the actions of, for example, Captain Vidal.

voodoo · Feb 26, 2007, 12:21 PM

Originally Posted by G Barnett

Mostly due to subject matter, theme and the occasional bursts of quite graphic violence. If I recall correctly, there's a BIT of language issues, but they're extremely minor. The dialogue is, overall, pretty tame -- it's a distinct contrast with the actions of, for example, Captain Vidal.

Yeah, the language and most of the film is PG13. Then there are the outbursts of Vidal, which are R.

A masterpiece of a movie. Wonderful how two worlds and two stories are so elegantly entwined. The music score is also a part of the movie, which is a wonderful touch. While not a children's movie - because children wouldn't understand the moral of the movie - it is a movie for every adult.

Really strange it didn't win more awards at the Oscars, but then it did finish second place after the Departed with 3 statues. Not bad for a foreign, low budget, non-hyped independant Spanish/Mexican movie.

V

olePigeon · Feb 26, 2007, 01:10 PM

I think the best part of the movie was when a peanut gallery sat next to me (some obnoxious mom with 2 kids that wouldn't shut up through the opening credits) blurted out about 5 minutes into the movie, "Oh, it's one of THOSE movies" and walked out.

The audience clapped after they left.

powerbook867 · Feb 26, 2007, 01:15 PM

Originally Posted by andreas_g4

Apple - Trailers - Pan’s Labyrinth - HD

and:

YUCK!

I love that guy! The art work and design that went into his (or her) creation just amazes me. The creature really is scary to look at and if a child saw it, it would scare the crap out of them!

andreas_g4 · Feb 26, 2007, 04:01 PM

Since I already had the chance to see 300 (yes, I am showing off

), I think this is the movie I am anticipating the most for 2007. If I had only seen the Trailer with no additional Info, I'd have assumed it to be directed by Terry Gilliam.

powerbook867 · Feb 26, 2007, 04:06 PM

ok, I have to say I hate you for being able to see 300 all ready..

300 and Zodiac are at the top of my list in the coming weeks..

RAILhead · Mar 1, 2007, 07:43 PM

Crap, I can't find the DVD ANYWHERE!

powerbook867 · Mar 1, 2007, 08:58 PM

RH, it's not out on DVD yet (unless overseas..)

I know it is available via other means....but the quality is not the greatest. It is deserving of a dvd viewing.

RAILhead · Mar 1, 2007, 09:59 PM

After posting, it seems that the US release is May 15, and the UK release is March 20th. I may have to go for the UK and pay extra shipping so that I don't have to wait so long.

andreas_g4 · Mar 2, 2007, 08:16 PM

Just saw it. It is a great, different movie, my thoughts after a good night of sleep.

Did anybody see or read "Tideland" from Terry Gilliam. Pan's labyrinth is very similar…

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