Hazed and Amuzed Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 I Just got back from an advance screening of Pineapple Express. It was pretty freakin' good. Might be one of the better stoner buddy movies ever made. Seth Rogan does a pretty good job playing the loser pothead trying to get it all together. Rogan overall, is good in this but he's playing himself, the same guy he plays in every movie. James Franco on the other hand pulls off what will surely be mentioned as one of the great characters in Dope movie history. He is going to be mentioned with the Lebowski's, Spicoli's and Woodersons as a pothead staple. Danny Mcbride who plays Red completes the trio as one of the funniest characters in the movie. Overall it's better then I thought it would be(I wasn't expecting much) and I think a lot of people are going to like it. I'm sure a few won't like it as much but then again it's not everyones cup of tea. Just think: The 40 year old Virgin meets Half Baked going into it and you'll be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wacka Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 A movie about the storms we get here in Norcal in the winter??? In the winter the storms usually make a bee line from Hawaii to Sf , hence the name "Pineapple Express" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoodBye Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 Oh, I thought this thread was going to be about a weather pattern. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoodBye Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 A movie about the storms we get here in Norcal in the winter??? In the winter the storms usually make a bee line from Hawaii to Sf , hence the name "Pineapple Express" Doh! Beat me to it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsPride12 Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 Thats awesome you saw it, but please do me a favor and DON'T post any spoilers because I'm probably going to see it opening night, after I see it we can start discussing it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 Thats awesome you saw it, but please do me a favor and DON'T post any spoilers because I'm probably going to see it opening night, after I see it we can start discussing it the Titanic sinks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 I've seen several Judd Apatow films and I feel like I've already seen every other film he's ever going to make. PTR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Cat Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 I've seen several Judd Apatow films and I feel like I've already seen every other film he's ever going to make. PTR Piggybacking off what the original poster said: I can't wait see Seth Rogan's first ACTING project. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullpen Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 I've seen several Judd Apatow films and I feel like I've already seen every other film he's ever going to make. PTR I haven't really enjoyed too much of his stuff after "Freaks and Geeks" to be honest. Seems like he's kind rehashing the same schtick in each film now. Piggybacking off what the original poster said: I can't wait see Seth Rogan's first ACTING project. I know what you mean, Mr. Rogan is dangerously close to becoming a Jack Black-type "actor" where he's esentially playing himself everytime with different costume changes. "Hi I'm Seth Rogan, playing myself in a movie about a 20-something slacker. (insert sarcastic, smarmy line here to re-enforce the Rogan-esqueness of my 'acting')" Yep bitter old man @ 37... that's me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew in CA Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 Well, I for one don't care if Apatow/Rogan movies are predictable, similar, and use all the same actors- they've all made me laugh (except for Drillbit Taylor). I'm pumped to see this. And what about "Undeclared?" That was a great show that is now forgotten Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Cat Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 I haven't really enjoyed too much of his stuff after "Freaks and Geeks" to be honest. Seems like he's kind rehashing the same schtick in each film now. I know what you mean, Mr. Rogan is dangerously close to becoming a Jack Black-type "actor" where he's esentially playing himself everytime with different costume changes. "Hi I'm Seth Rogan, playing myself in a movie about a 20-something slacker. (insert sarcastic, smarmy line here to re-enforce the Rogan-esqueness of my 'acting')" Yep bitter old man @ 37... that's me. Exactly how I feel about the fat kid from SuperBad. Totally unimpressed. In fact, I've grown to loooooathe his style. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hazed and Amuzed Posted July 30, 2008 Author Share Posted July 30, 2008 Well, I for one don't care if Apatow/Rogan movies are predictable, similar, and use all the same actors- they've all made me laugh (except for Drillbit Taylor). I'm pumped to see this. And what about "Undeclared?" That was a great show that is now forgotten That was such a great freakin' show! I wish it would have made it just a few more seasons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullpen Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 Exactly how I feel about the fat kid from SuperBad. Totally unimpressed. In fact, I've grown to loooooathe his style. I thought that was just a Mini-me version of Seth Rogan? You know like how gremlins spawn other gremlins if they get wet? I figured the same principle was at work here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Cat Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 I thought that was just a Mini-me version of Seth Rogan? You know like how gremlins spawn other gremlins if they get wet? I figured the same principle was at work here. At least Rogan doesn't come across as TOTALLY slovenly, pig headed, and abnoxious...er...I mean... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apuszczalowski Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 I thought that was just a Mini-me version of Seth Rogan? You know like how gremlins spawn other gremlins if they get wet? I figured the same principle was at work here. Well, in that movie he was playing "Seth". That movie was supposed to be written about Seth Rogan growing up, and originally he wrote it to star in it too. I have not had a problem with Rogan (Seth, I hate Joe)and the movies he does, and I don't care if they are similar, or he plays the same character. I don't go into movies with him and expect top notch acting, and stories. I expect a comedy that is going to make me laugh, and so far him and his movies have done that. I am not a stoner or do any drugs either, I just know going in that it is going to be a dumb movie that will have points where I am going to laugh for an hour and a half Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hazed and Amuzed Posted July 30, 2008 Author Share Posted July 30, 2008 Well, in that movie he was playing "Seth". That movie was supposed to be written about Seth Rogan growing up, and originally he wrote it to star in it too. I have not had a problem with Rogan (Seth, I hate Joe)and the movies he does, and I don't care if they are similar, or he plays the same character. I don't go into movies with him and expect top notch acting, and stories. I expect a comedy that is going to make me laugh, and so far him and his movies have done that. I am not a stoner or do any drugs either, I just know going in that it is going to be a dumb movie that will have points where I am going to laugh for an hour and a half I think that's the right way to go into any movie. People just have to take it for what it's worth. Like I said though, this one exceeded my expectations so it might others too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 Well, in that movie he was playing "Seth". That movie was supposed to be written about Seth Rogan growing up, and originally he wrote it to star in it too. I have not had a problem with Rogan (Seth, I hate Joe)and the movies he does, and I don't care if they are similar, or he plays the same character. I don't go into movies with him and expect top notch acting, and stories. I expect a comedy that is going to make me laugh, and so far him and his movies have done that. I am not a stoner or do any drugs either, I just know going in that it is going to be a dumb movie that will have points where I am going to laugh for an hour and a half finally! we agree on something pertaining to the entertainment industry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apuszczalowski Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 finally! we agree on something pertaining to the entertainment industry Great, now I have to change my opinion, I can't be agreeing with you now, I am already agreeing with Deluca on the Sabres board, lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apuszczalowski Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 I think that's the right way to go into any movie. People just have to take it for what it's worth. Like I said though, this one exceeded my expectations so it might others too. Thats the way I go into all movies. I'm going in to be entertained. If I'm going to see a comedy, I'm not expecting to go see something that will have acadamy award winning acting, If it makes me laugh and I was entertained, it did its job. If I go see an action movie, I expect action, for a horror movie I expect to have some moments where i am grossed out or a little frightened/shocked. If I go to see a dram, I expect.............Well I expect to want to leave immediatly because i'm in the wrong theatre cause I wouldn't go see a drama Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-Gun10 Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 One of the Funniest movies ive seen couldnt stop laughing a halarious fight seen in it SEE IT ITS A MUST!!!!! next up Tropic THunder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew in CA Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 I just got back from seein it... It was really funny and entertaining. Surprising violent, too. Franco killed it, and the big hitman, the guy that plays Daryl in the Office, was hilarious as well. I loved the scene with the girlfriend and her family at dinner. I definitely recommend it.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stl Bills Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Not as good as Cloverfield Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Still have not seen it. But most everyone else has their own thread about this- why not me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bmwolf21 Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 the Titanic sinks Darth Vader is Luke's father. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hazed and Amuzed Posted August 9, 2008 Author Share Posted August 9, 2008 I just got back from seein it... It was really funny and entertaining. Surprising violent, too. Franco killed it, and the big hitman, the guy that plays Daryl in the Office, was hilarious as well. I loved the scene with the girlfriend and her family at dinner. I definitely recommend it.... I loved the violence. They did it in such a funny way. Like them calling "Timeout!". I thought that was hysterical, so typical of how me and my friends used to get into it growing up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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