We'll expect everyone who is reading this post to be familiar with the film and spoilers can be expected. So feel free to address everything you always wanted to say about this Sci-Fi-Classic. Compare the different versions, tells us your thoughts on the Unicorn question or the film in general. What did you think?
I'll get things started with my own review of the film.
L.A. in 2019 is always dark, rainy, full of neon ads, skyscrapers and a true melting pot of cultures. Set in this futuristic and gloomy scenario, beautifully designed and filmed, this movie actually tells a rather classic detective story with motifs of the film noir but also some rather philosophical themes.
Carried by a very special atmosphere, also thanks to Vangelis' soundtrack, the movie isn't exactly fast but pretty intense at any moment.
Especially Rutger Hauer as the leader of the hunted Replicants gives an unforgettable performance. His ultimate encounter with the Blade Runner Harrison Ford in a decayed house is just breathtaking.
Director Ridley Scott's final cut of the movie actually turns out to be the best version. While I grew up with the theatrical one, including Ford's off screen comments and the pretty optimistic and bright ending, this latest and last version is just perfect and what the director always intended.
One of the truly unique movies of the 80s.
9 out of 10 Tannhauser Gates.
I'll get things started with my own review of the film.
L.A. in 2019 is always dark, rainy, full of neon ads, skyscrapers and a true melting pot of cultures. Set in this futuristic and gloomy scenario, beautifully designed and filmed, this movie actually tells a rather classic detective story with motifs of the film noir but also some rather philosophical themes.
Carried by a very special atmosphere, also thanks to Vangelis' soundtrack, the movie isn't exactly fast but pretty intense at any moment.
Especially Rutger Hauer as the leader of the hunted Replicants gives an unforgettable performance. His ultimate encounter with the Blade Runner Harrison Ford in a decayed house is just breathtaking.
Director Ridley Scott's final cut of the movie actually turns out to be the best version. While I grew up with the theatrical one, including Ford's off screen comments and the pretty optimistic and bright ending, this latest and last version is just perfect and what the director always intended.
One of the truly unique movies of the 80s.
9 out of 10 Tannhauser Gates.
*MySmiley*
You mustn't be afraid to dream a little bigger, darling.
You mustn't be afraid to dream a little bigger, darling.
This message last edited by ironclad on 05/04/2010 at 09:41:11 PM
Movie club March part 1: Blade Runner
11/03/2010 09:11:13 AM
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I haven't gotten around to watching it yet...
11/03/2010 11:00:40 PM
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I'll be joining in soon. I haven't watched my copy yet...going to tomorrow afternoon. *NM*
12/03/2010 06:58:19 PM
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This movie is a benchmark for me.
15/03/2010 01:30:47 PM
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Looking back 1982 was a great year for movies.
15/03/2010 05:56:54 PM
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Strangely, I think I've seen Grease 2 the most often out of those films.
15/03/2010 06:13:37 PM
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Re: Movie club March part 1: Blade Runner
15/03/2010 08:22:14 PM
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You know...
15/03/2010 08:53:18 PM
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Re: You know...
16/03/2010 12:52:55 PM
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Re: You know...
16/03/2010 01:05:19 PM
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I imagine your impressions will be common for first time viewers. *NM*
15/03/2010 09:03:35 PM
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This is such a curious movie....
16/03/2010 05:46:18 AM
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A gorgeous and immersive experience
22/03/2010 12:57:10 AM
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So now I saw it, finally.
25/03/2010 09:50:23 PM
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Quick question....did you see the final cut, or one of the original cuts w/the voiceover?
25/03/2010 10:19:26 PM
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Final cut (and in a cinema - that didn't hurt with some of the shots, let me tell you)
25/03/2010 10:25:29 PM
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I wish I could see it in a theater....one of these days I'm going to find it in a local theater
25/03/2010 10:49:14 PM
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