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Thanks to "It", the box office during the month of September was abnormally booming. How can the month of October possibly keep up this gaudy pace. With bigger titles looming in the months of November & December ahead of us, this month will certainly do it's best to keep movie audiences interested. With Halloween on the calendar there is always going to be horror movies to keep those looking for a good scare excited. Although it will be impossible for any other horror movie this month to come close to scaring up the type of numbers that "It" has brought in, there will be some fresh stuff out there for horror fans. However, horror this month is taking more of a back seat this year, as drama will be at the forefront with many different offerings. One movie in particular, will bring sci-fi, action and drama to the forefront in a follow up to a classic, that was released 35 years ago.

 

Ryan Gosling & Harrison Ford star in, "Blade Runner 2049". A young blade runner's discovery of a long-buried secret leads him to track down former blade runner Rick Deckard, who's been missing for thirty years. Also starring Dave Bautista, Robin Wright, Ana de Armas & Jared Leto. Directed by Denis Villeneuve & produced by Ridley Scott.

 

Michael Fassbender stars in, "The Snowman". Detective Harry Hole investigates the disappearance of a woman whose pink scarf is found wrapped around an ominous-looking snowman. Also starring Rebecca Ferguson, Chloe Sevigny, J.K. Simmons & Val Kilmer.

 

Pierce Brosnan & Jackie Chan star in, "The Foreigner". A humble businessman with a buried past seeks justice when his daughter is killed in an act of terrorism. A cat-and-mouse conflict ensues with a government official, whose past may hold clues to the killers' identities. Also starring Katie Leung, Rufus Jones & Mark Tandy.

 

Idris Elba & Kate Winslet star in, "The Mountain Between Us". Stranded after a tragic plane crash, two strangers must forge a connection to survive the extreme elements of a remote snow covered mountain. When they realize help is not coming, they embark on a perilous journey across the wilderness. Also starring Beau Bridges & Dermot Mulroney.

 

Chadwick Boseman is, "Marshall". About a young Thurgood Marshall, the first African-American Supreme Court Justice, as he battles through one of his career-defining cases. Also starring Josh Gad, Kate Hudson, Sterling K. Brown & James Cromwell.

 

Matt Damon stars in, "Suburbicon". A home invasion rattles a quiet family town. Also starring Julianne Moore & Oscar Issac.

 

"Only the Brave", is based on the true story of the Granite Mountain Hotshots, a group of elite firefighters risk everything to protect a town from a historic wildfire. Starring Josh Brolin, Taylor Kitsch, Jennifer Connelly, Jeff Bridges, Miles Teller & Andie MacDowell.

 

In "Thank You For Your Service", A group of U.S. soldiers returning from Iraq struggles to integrate back into family and civilian life, while living with the memory of a war that threatens to destroy them long after they've left the battlefield. Starring Miles Teller, Haley Bennett, Keisha Castle-Hughes & Amy Schumer.

 

In "Same Kind of Different as Me", International art dealer Ron Hall must befriend a dangerous homeless man in order to save his struggling marriage to his wife, a woman whose dreams will lead all three of them on the journey of their lives. Starring Renee Zellweger, Greg Kinnear, Djimon Honsou & Jon Voight.

 

in "Geostorm", When the network of satellites designed to control the global climate start to attack Earth, it's a race against the clock to uncover the real threat before a worldwide geostorm wipes out everything and everyone. Starring Gerard Butler, Abbie Cornish, Jeremy Ray Taylor, Talitha Eliana Bateman, Richard Schiff, Jim Sturgess, Andy Garcia & Ed Harris.

 

In "My Little Pony: The Movie", A dark force threatens Ponyville, and the Mane 6 embark on an unforgettable journey beyond Equestria where they meet new friends and exciting challenges on a quest to use the magic of friendship to save their home. Starring the voices of Emily Blunt, Kristin Chenoweth, Liev Schreiber & Michael Pena.

 

In "Happy Death Day", A college student relives the day of her murder with both its unexceptional details and terrifying end until she discovers her killer's identity. Starring Jessica Rothe, Israel Broussard, Ruby Modine & Rachel Matthews.

 

In "All I See Is You", A blind woman's relationship with her husband changes when she regains her sight and discovers disturbing details about themselves. Starring Blake Lively, Jason Clarke & Ahna O'Reilly.

 

In "Jigsaw", Bodies are turning up around the city, each having met a uniquely gruesome demise. As the investigation proceeds, evidence points to one man: John Kramer. Starring Laura Vandervoort, Tobin Bell, Callum Keith Rennie & Brittany Allen.

 

Finally, in "Tyler Perry's Boo 2! A Madea Halloween", Madea, Bam, and Hattie venture to a haunted campground and the group must run for their lives when monsters, goblins, and the boogeyman are unleashed. Starring Tyler Perry, Brock O'Hurn, Patrice Lovely & Inanna Sarkis.

 

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10/6

"Blade Runner 2049: http://bladerunnermovie.com/

 

"The Mountain Between Us": http://www.foxmovies.com/movies/the-mountain-between-us?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkrDUzvnX1gIVAQbTCh2uZgrnEAAYASAAEgJJhvD_BwE#tickets

 

"My Little Pony: The Movie": http://www.mylittlepony.movie/

 

10/13

"Happy Death Day": https://www.universalpictures.com/movies/happy-death-day

 

"The Foreigner": http://theforeignermovie.com/

 

"Marshall": http://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi2448275737?ref_=ttvi_vi_imdb_2

 

10/20

"Geostorm": http://www.geostorm.movie/

 

"The Snowman": http://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi4006394137?ref_=ttvi_vi_imdb_2

 

"Only the Brave": http://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi298694937?ref_=ttvi_vi_imdb_3

 

"Boo! 2 A Madea Halloween": http://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi2546776345?ref_=ttvi_vi_imdb_1

 

"Same Kind of Different as Me": http://www.samekindofdifferentasmemovie.com/

 

10/27

"Jigsaw": http://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi1288616217?ref_=ttvi_vi_imdb_1

 

"All I See Is You": http://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi192461081?ref_=ttvi_vi_imdb_1

 

"Thank You For Your Service": http://www.thankyouforyourservicemovie.com/

 

"Suburbicon": http://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi876001561?ref_=ttvi_vi_imdb_4

 

That's all for now. I will post the Independent films later. Until then.....Enjoy!

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Hubby had expressed interest in Blade Runner 2049, so we had planned on seeing it. Until we rewatched Blade Runner last night, and it brought back just how bored I was during the movie. We shall wait for the reviews from "real" people. However, if he wants to go I'll suck it up and go.

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I am a huge fan of the original Blade Runner, but I am willing to concede the film is ultimately flawed and could have been a lot better. And I am speaking of the Director's Cut which is much better than the theatrical release.

 

However, for creating an other-worldly atmosphere that really takes the viewer to another time and place, I consider it one of the greatest films ever made. The score by Vangelis is beyond fantastic, and it plays a big role in the atmosphere.

 

Fast forward to the TV commercials for the new version. It looks freaking horrible.

 

I will watch it, but my expectations are set very low.

 

I'm wondering what others think about the old movie and the new one.

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I am a huge fan of the original Blade Runner, but I am willing to concede the film is ultimately flawed and could have been a lot better. And I am speaking of the Director's Cut which is much better than the theatrical release.

 

However, for creating an other-worldly atmosphere that really takes the viewer to another time and place, I consider it one of the greatest films ever made. The score by Vangelis is beyond fantastic, and it plays a big role in the atmosphere.

 

Fast forward to the TV commercials for the new version. It looks freaking horrible.

 

I will watch it, but my expectations are set very low.

 

I'm wondering what others think about the old movie and the new one.

I was watching to see just how much they got wrong in 35 years. Basically everything. :P I am not that big a fan of noir from a film perspective, and honestly? Harrison Ford was terrible in Blade Runner (and I am a huge HF fan).

I didn't know Bautista was in Blade Runner 2049. I'll definitely see it in the theater then.

One of the reasons I'd suck it up and go if my husband insisted (and I am hoping he does not insist).

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Well, I really like Blade Runner. I like noir if one means Out of the Past, The Third Man, The Big Sleep, etc., but not a fan of the B-movie genre as a whole.

As sci-fi noir, I thought Harrison Ford played Decker just right. It's not a glamorous lead role. Rutger Hauer steals the show in that degree, but that is fitting, as the redemptive thematic moment belongs to Roy Batty. I agree the director's cut is far preferable, though I have some nostalgia for the voice over version and don't absolutely hate it.

I rarely go see movies at the theater. The Artist was the last one, so you see how infrequent. I think I'd like to see the new Blade Runner on Imax, though.

The whole question of identity and the mix of interesting philosophical/theological questions with a rich, dystopic mythos makes the original and sequel worth contemplating.

Blade Runner is based on Philip K. Dick's Do Androids Dream of Electric Sleep, so the speculation regarding the future was further out than the film date might lead one to surmise.

Anyway, I know quite a few folks who think it dull and I can understand how they find it so (I find David Lean films dull, though they are cinematic masterpieces I suppose.)

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Saw Blade Runner 2049 last night. Really, really good -- much better than the original in my opinion.

Just got back from watching it. Very good movie.

 

Slow pace, not that much action, high on style, low on dialogue.

 

Never heard of Sylvia Hoeks before, and I thought she had a great presence in this movie.

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Just got back from watching it. Very good movie.

 

Slow pace, not that much action, high on style, low on dialogue.

 

Never heard of Sylvia Hoeks before, and I thought she had a great presence in this movie.

 

You may have not recognized her if you did see her before.

 

 

http://www.interviewmagazine.com/film/sylvia-hoeks-gained-16-pounds-of-muscle-for-blade-runner-2049

Sylvia Hoeks gained 16 pounds of muscle for Blade Runner 2049
To prepare for the role, Hoeks put her body through the wringer. “I worked out six hours a day, six days a week, to get 16 pounds of extra muscle,” she says. “Then on Sundays I couldn’t walk. But Luv will do anything to please her boss. So going into that struggle of training every day, I really found her motivation and her pain.”
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Blade Runner?? Is Hollywood that out of ideas??

Not at all. 2049 is one of the most idea-filled movies I've seen in years. Best of all, it doen't pander to modern sensibilities for a nice, neat, linear, easy to follow (i.e., dumb) plot simply to make a ton of money....

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Blade Runner?? Is Hollywood that out of ideas?? I blame all the drugs!

 

 

Not at all. 2049 is one of the most idea-filled movies I've seen in years. Best of all, it doen't pander to modern sensibilities for a nice, neat, linear, easy to follow (i.e., dumb) plot simply to make a ton of money....

Marv's Neighbor, in a lot of circumstances you are correct. There are plenty of awful movies that come from Hollywood, and there are too many re-makes and sequels out there.

 

However, there are some movies of this kind that turn out to be very good.

 

Lurker's explanation is spot on. "Blade Runner 2049" is not some cheap cash grab attempt by Hollywood. It's a very well made movie.

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Here are some of this month's Independent Films.

 

Colin Farrell and Nicole Kidman star in, "The Killing of a Sacred Deer". Steven, a charismatic surgeon, is forced to make an unthinkable sacrifice after his life starts to fall apart, when the behavior of a teenage boy he has taken under his wing turns sinister. Also starring Alicia Silverstone, Raffey Cassidy & Barry Keoghan.

 

Luke Evans stars in "Professor Marston and the Wonder Women". The story of psychologist William Moulton Marston, the polyamorous relationship between his wife and his mistress, the creation of his beloved comic book character Wonder Woman, and the controversy the comic generated. Also starring Rebecca Hall, Bella Heathcote & Connie Britton.

 

Domhnall Gleeson and Margot Robbie star in, "Goodbye Christopher Robin". A behind-the-scenes look at the life of author A.A. Milne and the creation of the Winnie the Pooh stories inspired by his son C.R. Milne. Also starring Will Tilston & Kelly MacDonald.

 

Willem Dafoe stars in, "The Florida Project". Set over one summer, the film follows precocious 6-year-old Moonee as she courts mischief and adventure with her ragtag playmates and bonds with her rebellious but caring mother, all while living in the shadows of Disney World. Also starring Brooklynn Prince, Valeria Cotto & Bria Vinaite.

 

Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy star in, "Breathe". The inspiring true love story of Robin and Diana Cavendish, an adventurous couple who refuse to give up in the face of a devastating disease. Also starring Hugh Bonneville, Ed Speleers & Tom Hollander. Directed by Andy Serkis.

 

In "Wonderstruck", The story of a young boy in the Midwest is told simultaneously with a tale about a young girl in New York from fifty years ago as they both seek the same mysterious connection. Starring Oakes Fegley, Julianne Moore, Michelle Williams & Millicent Simmonds.

 

In "Novitiate", Set in the early 1960s and during the era of Vatican II, a young woman in training to become a nun struggles with issues of faith, the changing church and sexuality. Starring Margaret Qualley, Dianna Agron, Dennis O'Hare, Liana Liberato & Melissa Leo.

 

Finally, in "Una", A woman confronts an older man, her former neighbor, to find out why he abandoned her after they had a sexual relationship when she was thirteen. Starring Rooney Mara, Ruby Stokes, David Shields & Ben Mendelsohn.

 

Calendar with Trailers Note: These dates are for Exclusive or Limited release. These films may appear in your area at a later date.

 

10/6

"The Florida Project": https://a24films.com/films/the-florida-project

 

"Una": http://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi656324889?ref_=ttvi_vi_imdb_1

 

10/13

"Goodbye Christopher Robin": http://www.foxsearchlight.com/goodbyechristopherrobin/

 

"Professor Marston and the Wonder Women": http://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi2915809561?ref_=ttvi_vi_imdb_3

 

"Breathe": http://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi3252074777?ref_=ttvi_vi_imdb_3

 

10/20

"Wonderstruck": http://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi2541402393?ref_=ttvi_vi_imdb_1

 

"The Killing of a Sacred Deer": https://a24films.com/films/killing-of-a-sacred-deer

 

10/27

"Novitiate": http://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi824228121?ref_=ttvi_vi_imdb_1

 

That's all for now. I'll have the November Movies posted later. Until then.....Enjoy!

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