I hope no-one minds too much but I'd like to start the ball rolling. Not a film, blu-ray pr dvd but a TV series - now on Sky Atlantic but in my case downloaded. 'What is it?' I hear both of you shout. Boulevard Empire, an American series set in Atlantic City at the time of prohibition.
It's headed up by Steve Buscemi who plays 'Nucky' Thompson, gangster and brother of the Sheriff. The first episode was directed by none other than Martin Scorsese who is executive director for the entire series. His attention to detail is extraordinary and the story line superb. Violence, sex, greed, duplicity, post-war stress, jealousy, gang rivalry - all form part of this incredible story. If you get a chance to watch it, I urge you to do so.
I am not connected to the making or distribution of Boulevard Empire and have no commercial interest in it. But I wish I did!
I think it is a very good idea, I have seen a healthy 'What have you watched' thread elsewhere.
'Boardwalk Empire' as mentioned above is pretty good (Sky America), and the third season of 'True Blood' (FX) is excellent, playing with the ideas of politics, revenge, ancient cultures and race.
On the DVD front, watched 'The Sweet Smell of Success' (1957), Burt Lancaster and Tony Curtis, good, but a little dated now as Curtis' performance is a bit too energetic, Lancaster is excellent though.
went to see that black swan film and just didnt geddit at all !! :-? anyone else seen this wierd film ?
yes, my wife and I went to see that as we both love Portman. It was very depressing but in a pointless way that didn't inspire or provoke any thought. Portman was awesome, but I never ever want to see that film again!
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'Boardwalk Empire' as mentioned above is pretty good (Sky America), and the third season of 'True Blood' (FX) is excellent, playing with the ideas of politics, revenge, ancient cultures and race.
On the DVD front, watched 'The Sweet Smell of Success' (1957), Burt Lancaster and Tony Curtis, good, but a little dated now as Curtis' performance is a bit too energetic, Lancaster is excellent though.