Your 2017 in Film

[bizarre_eye@Cult Labs]

Much like last year's thread, here is the place to discuss all things film-related as it pertains to you for 2017; first time watches, new to you films, rediscovered gems, favourites/least favourites and everything in between.

[bizarre_eye@Cult Labs]

So, with January almost over and one month of 2017 already nearly over, I have watched 43 films so far this year.

Of those 43, 30 have been first time watches. Whilst a little early in the year, below are the top 10 new to me films thus far:

1. Red White & Blue (2010)
2. Culloden (1964)
3. High Rise (2015)
4. 10 Cloverfield Lane (2016)
5. Bone Tomahawk (2015)
6. Tenderness of the Wolves (1973)
7. Hide and Go Shriek (1988)
8. Venom (1981)
9. Frantic (1988)
10. Cut-Throats Nine (1972)

Full list here.

As per my comments in last year's thread, I rarely keep up with new releases so am a bit slow on the uptake when it comes to the current year's cinematic offerings. I've seen zero films from 2017 as yet and only 3 films from 2016 at the time of writing this.

Full 2017 YTD Stats

[Demdike@Cult Labs]

Originally Posted by bizarre_eye@Cult Labs

So, with January almost over and one month of 2017 already nearly over, I have watched 43 films so far this year.

Of those 43, 30 have been first time watches. Whilst a little early in the year, below are the top 10 new to me films thus far:

1. Red White & Blue (2010)
2. Culloden (1964)
3. High Rise (2015)
4. 10 Cloverfield Lane (2016)
5. Bone Tomahawk (2015)
6. Tenderness of the Wolves (1973)
7. Hide and Go Shriek (1988)
8. Venom (1981)
9. Frantic (1988)
10. Cut-Throats Nine (1972)

Full list here.

As per my comments in last year's thread, I rarely keep up with new releases so am a bit slow on the uptake when it comes to the current year's cinematic offerings. I've seen zero films from 2017 as yet and only 3 films from 2016 at the time of writing this.

Full 2017 YTD Stats

I see you've now watched Culloden. Glad you like it. It makes a terrific double bill feature for the BFI doesn't it.

I'm also pleased you seem to think highly of Bone Tomahawk. One of my films of last year.

And Venom. I rated that late last year. Used to be a staple of early 80's late night tv if memory serves me right.

Another i think i told you to see, Frantic may not be top notch Polanski but it's certainly very good.

[bizarre_eye@Cult Labs]

Originally Posted by Demdike@Cult Labs

I see you've now watched Culloden. Glad you like it. It makes a terrific double bill feature for the BFI doesn't it.

Yes, a great double-bill and whilst I prefer The War Game, this is one of my favourite releases of last year.

Originally Posted by Demdike@Cult Labs

I'm also pleased you seem to think highly of Bone Tomahawk. One of my films of last year.

One I'd been wanting to check out for a good while and it didn't disappoint. I may even be tempted to pick up the steelbook at some point.

Originally Posted by Demdike@Cult Labs

And Venom. I rated that late last year. Used to be a staple of early 80's late night tv if memory serves me right.

A hugely enjoyable tense thriller with some great performances and a nice blend of crime/thriller/creature feature terror.

Originally Posted by Demdike@Cult Labs

Another i think i told you to see, Frantic may not be top notch Polanski but it's certainly very good.

Yes, this was one that was mentioned not too long ago when I stated I'd only seen The Fugitive from a particular Harrison Ford box set. Whilst nothing mind-blowing, this was very enjoyable as I expected in many ways as Polanski rarely disappoints.

[iank]

1 Scarecrows (1988) (01/01/17) **
2 Curse of Chucky (2013) (07/01/17) ***1/2
3 Amsterdamned (1988) (12/01/17) **1/2 (NEW TO ME)
4 Rabid (1977) (14/01/17) *** (NEW TO ME)
5 Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) (15/01/17) ***1/2
6 Airplane! (1980) (15/01/17) ***1/2
7 Eyes of Crystal (2004) (19/01/17) ** (NEW TO ME)
8 Kingsman: The Secret Service (22/01/17) (2015) ***1/2
9 Time After Time (1979) (23/01/17) ***1/4
10 In A Valley of Violence (2016) (31/01/17) ***1/4 (NEW)

Will probably go to the cinema for the first time this year next week, to see Split.

[bizarre_eye@Cult Labs]

So, now with two months of 2017 already behind us, I have watched 87 films so far this year.

Of those 87, 62 have been first time watches. Whilst still little early on in the year, below are my updated top 10 new to me films thus far (new entries are in red).

1. The Neon Demon (2016)
2. Red White & Blue (2010)
3. Culloden (1964)
4. High Rise (2015)
5. 10 Cloverfield Lane (2016)
6. Bone Tomahawk (2015)
7. Capricorn One (1977)
8. Tenderness of the Wolves (1973)
9. Hide and Go Shriek (1988)
10. Venom (1981)

Full list here.

The main change being The Neon Demon, which stole my heart (and my soul) and jumped straight into the number one spot.

Full 2017 YTD Stats

[Demdike@Cult Labs]

Originally Posted by bizarre_eye@Cult Labs

The main change being The Neon Demon, which stole my heart (and my soul) and jumped straight into the number one spot.

Well of course it did. It's arty farty bollocks where nothing happens. It's like eating candy floss. Looks nice but bugger all substance.

[bizarre_eye@Cult Labs]

Originally Posted by Demdike@Cult Labs

Well of course it did. It's arty farty bollocks where nothing happens. It's like eating candy floss. Looks nice but bugger all substance.

I take it you're not a Refn fan Dem. His work is certainly an acquired taste though.

Plus, plenty happens! Refn's tales are steeped in allegory and metaphor in amongst the sumptuous visuals, score and aesthetic. Whilst not a massive fan of Drive, I adored both Only God Forgives and The Neon Demon... I'd even go as far as saying that Demon is his best film yet.

[Demdike@Cult Labs]

Originally Posted by bizarre_eye@Cult Labs

I take it you're not a Refn fan Dem. His work is certainly an acquired taste though.

Plus, plenty happens! Refn's tales are steeped in allegory and metaphor in amongst the sumptuous visuals, score and aesthetic. Whilst not a massive fan of Drive, I adored both Only God Forgives and The Neon Demon... I'd even go as far as saying that Demon is his best film yet.

I thought Only God Forgives was excellent, the rest, not much.

He's pretentious as well. Seems to be putting his initials everywhere. I know Carpenter calls everything John Carpenter's... but he makes classic popcorn horror, there is a difference.

[Demdike@Cult Labs]

I did think The Neon Demon looked amazing. It's let down by lack of story.