Renton

What do you mean? Are you talking about N-O or here?

Not just being pedantic here but weren't they evacuees during the Second World War? I'm just confirming this is the case to make sure I'm not losing my marbles as I read all the books when I was a bairn. 69389[/snapback] You might be right, they were 2nd world war evacuees in the film, although I don't remember that in the book; I thought they looked and acted like they were from the Edwardian era, from memory. The old professor was the original character from Victorian times, called Eustace iirc. 69412[/snapback] I think the old Professor is Digory or something (i.e. the lad out of 'The Magician's Nephew'). He brought an apple back from Narnia which grows into a tree which is then cut down and is made into the wardrobe which becomes a gateway to Narnia in 'The Lion....' . Eustace is the horrible nephew (of Edmund, Lucy et al) from 'The Voyage of the Dawn Treader' who truns out to be a 'good egg' in the end. Not that I read all the books about 3 times when I was younger or anything. Dweeb tbh. 69423[/snapback] Shit, you're right. My Narnia ignorance has been exposed.

Lewis was clearly a man ahead of his time, the last battle is beginning to feel quite prophetic now. 69415[/snapback] Is this the A-Level English thread or what? 69416[/snapback] I was 9 last time I read the Narnia books. But it probably does pass for A level now....

Lewis was clearly a man ahead of his time, the last battle is beginning to feel quite prophetic now.

Not just being pedantic here but weren't they evacuees during the Second World War? I'm just confirming this is the case to make sure I'm not losing my marbles as I read all the books when I was a bairn. 69389[/snapback] You might be right, they were 2nd world war evacuees in the film, although I don't remember that in the book; I thought they looked and acted like they were from the Edwardian era, from memory. The old professor was the original character from Victorian times, called Eustace iirc.

The most important ones were the younger ones - Edmund and Lucy. Considering their ages, I think they did OK. Of course, they were middle class twats from the Edwardian era, which was again completely faithful to the book. I fail to see how the director could have made a better film with the story he was given.

It's worth pointing out that Lewis wrote a prequel to The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, called the Magician's nephew. This might explain the nature of Narnia and "deep magic" somewhat. Having said that though, it isn't much cop if you aren't a kid. The later stories are much more your standard fantasy tales and are all the better for it imo. The last book though, called the last battle, is basically a christian jizz fest. It depicts armageddon, and Susan goes to hell for not "believing" in Narnia any more...... 69322[/snapback] 69324[/snapback] *SPOILERS* (Sorry Gejon, I'd be amazed if they made a film of the last book mind) Did you not see that that the death of Aslan was basically the crucifixion of Christ?

It's worth pointing out that Lewis wrote a prequel to The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, called the Magician's nephew. This might explain the nature of Narnia and "deep magic" somewhat. Having said that though, it isn't much cop if you aren't a kid. The later stories are much more your standard fantasy tales and are all the better for it imo. The last book though, called the last battle, is basically a christian jizz fest. It depicts armageddon, and Susan goes to hell for not "believing" in Narnia any more......

Just seen it and have come to the conclusion that your opinion is bizarre to say the least. It is utterly faithful to the book in much the same way Lord of the Rings was. As such I would say the film is almost beyond criticism. I also completely disagree with your assertion of the acting and CGI, the latter of which I thought was remarkable. As for it being slow moving and a kids film, well yes, what the hell did you expect? A bit like saying the LotR is about hobbits and elves really. At the end of the day Narnia does what it says it will, and is a good nostalgic trip for adults who read the book as a kid, and a brilliant film for kids who haven't read the book. 69293[/snapback] Kids films can still be entertaining for adults - see Toy Story, Shrek, most Disney films are watchable at least. If kids enjoy this film then good for them - I didn't. Perhaps I would have enjoyed it more had I read the book, but again this doesn't have to be a neccessity - I enjoyed the LotR films despite not reading the books first. Being a kids film based on a book does not excuse it from being shite! 69306[/snapback] CS Lewis was virtually compulsory reading when I was a kid, before you graduated to Tolkein! I think you are really criticizing the book in this instance and not the film: perhaps middle class Edwardian fairy tales loosely based on christian allegory are not your thing. I understand they are planning to make the entire Narnia series - at least the other books were far superior to tLtWatW, imo tbh of course.

Just seen it and have come to the conclusion that your opinion is bizarre to say the least. It is utterly faithful to the book in much the same way Lord of the Rings was. As such I would say the film is almost beyond criticism. I also completely disagree with your assertion of the acting and CGI, the latter of which I thought was remarkable. As for it being slow moving and a kids film, well yes, what the hell did you expect? A bit like saying the LotR is about hobbits and elves really. At the end of the day Narnia does what it says it will, and is a good nostalgic trip for adults who read the book as a kid, and a brilliant film for kids who haven't read the book.

Well it must be true then. Quick, phone the Daily Mail! P.S. What religious connotation does tinsel have? Could there be another more legitimate reason? 68317[/snapback] Sorry Rabbi Renton, i seem to have given you a flea in your kippa! The connection is simply that tinsel is a christmas related decoration and they take offence to it. This wife was also on about the taxi drivers being asked not to refer to Christmas but to say festive period instead! Basically not specify the particular occasion, so next time Ramadam comes round I expect not to hear a peep out of the Jews then????? 68329[/snapback] Excuse me for asking for a source; some wifey of a taxi driver on the radio doesn't really count for me. If you think its true though, contact the Mail or TalkSport, they'll make it the headline in 5 minutes. Don't know if you're being ironic about Ramadam btw.

Well it must be true then. Quick, phone the Daily Mail! P.S. What religious connotation does tinsel have? Could there be another more legitimate reason?

Have you got a legitimate source for this (Daily Mail not acceptable), or is it in fact complete bull shit?

That sounds a bit like me actually.

After the Exorcist Kermodes second favourite is Brazil, which I've already said I hated. He says "The only thing I'm certain about is that The Exorcist is both my own favourite film and the definitive Best Film Ever Made." Who's he to say what's the definitve best film ever made. Just leave it at "my favourite". I often agree with him though. 67086[/snapback] Personally, I thought the Exorcist was utter rubbish. That bit where her head does a 360, was it supposed to be funny or what? It would definitely get my vote as the most over-rated horror film of all time.

Get it out and judge for yourself, but imo I'd rather rub my balls with a cheese grater for a couple of hours then sit through that shit again. Just out of interest how old are you Renton? 66950[/snapback] I'm 35. What's that got to do with anything, hope you're not trying to patronise me. For some reason you really hated the film, but more than one person on here disagree with your assessment. Furthermore, check out the reviews for it, I have yet to see a negative one. I'm not saying you should judge a film by what a film reviewer says, but it makes your opinion that it is the worst film ever sound a bit unlikely imo.

It's a matter of opinion apparently. Seriously, ignore Whacky and Alreetlike and make your own mind up.

I don't recall ever saying if you join the police you should expect to be shot at, but you have to accept the risk. In truth, medical staff are at risk of assault by drunks and smack heads, fireman have things lobbed at them, people working in shops etc are abused. That's the reality of the situation. 36 policeman killed in 20 years is less than two a year, and this includes car crashes etc. Whilst in an ideal world it would be none, this actually strikes me as a pretty low rate, and, although its just a guess, I bet more people have been killed by the police or have died in their custody over this period. I wonder how many police are killed in the states btw?

Bollocks, its superb. Try watching it all the way though before judging it. 66705[/snapback] Watched up to where she stuck the pic in her mates neck, fucking pony. You really need to get a grip if you think thats a good show. Tombraider on Acid if you ask me 66710[/snapback] Well, that was nearly the end actually. It's a matter of opinion, but it was praised in virtually every review, check out a meta-review site like Rotten Tomatoes. Have to say, if you are serious that the Descent is the worst film ever, I'd be interested to know what you count as a good horror film.

like the poor sod shot for carrying a chair leg? HE KNEW he had a chair leg - the coppers thought it "might" be a gun he's dead - they're alive and drawing their pensions 66454[/snapback] complete bollocks 66458[/snapback] what is bollocks? that an innocent man carrying a chair leg was shot dead? That the police got off without a charge??? 66654[/snapback] bollocks that you are trying to paint the police as trigger happy mobsters. Fact is, if the guy was stupid enough to not heed their warning, and raise something that looked like a gun, there's no grounds for anyone to complain. In that situation, you would shoot first rather than be shot yourself, and you know it. Have you forgotten that dead lady copper from 2 weeks ago already ? Or are you one of these anti police people ? Shame she didn't have a gun, if she had been able to deservedly blow their heads off first, her kids would still have their mother. And one of them is an asylum seeker.....no doubt the likes of you will be saying he should be allowed to stay in the UK after "doing his time"... We should drop the bastard out of an aeroplane in the middle of the Atlantic, after shooting him in the balls for what he did, then ask who else fancies a bit of the same 66682[/snapback] Regards the police women who was killed, tragic though it was, wasn't she the first in over 20 years? I would say that was a pretty good reason NOT to arm the police, if they were routinely armed, there would almost certainly be more gun related fatalities amongst criminals AND police. Then there's the little fact that the majority of police don't want to be armed.... We all know the police have a difficult job Leazes, but they signed up for it. The problem is, you seem to think they should be above the law.

Bollocks, its superb. Try watching it all the way though before judging it.

all a bit wishy washy isnt it, poor bloke. then again, innocent people get shot by police in america all the time and nowt more gets said! 66485[/snapback] shame they didn't shoot the 9/11 mob then eh, I hope they aren't allowing the pc do gooder brigade to interfere over there too .... 66496[/snapback] What?

Actually, I think I have read it. Diiirty, diiiirty women.

Do tell..... Ever read the joy of sex? Apparently sex with armpits comes highly recommended....

I love reading them. The stories are great, apparently the ladies love a man who can accidentally drop a towel. 66272[/snapback] All women have lesbian fantasies too. FACT! 66276[/snapback] Oh. It was literal, I see.