[Meifa]

Anyone see it yet? Anyone planning to see it?

My stepfather and I saw it on a whim tonight. I won't spoil anything (at least not yet

). However, I liked the movie, but it was very dense. IMHO, it'll require a second viewing to really cut through.

All in all though, I think it's an interesting look at the geopolitical dynamics of big oil, the middle east, and all the varied players involved, presented in a fictional package.

Definitely wanna check out the book it was partly inspired by, See No Evil.

 

[Homeless]

I am definitely looking forward to seeing this...not sure if Syriana or King Kong will get my money first though...

 

[warubozu]

So many great movies so little time, definitely will go and see Syriana as I've also heard good things about it.

 

[scrypt]

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Originally Posted by Meifa All in all though, I think it's an interesting look at the geopolitical dynamics of big oil, the middle east, and all the varied players involved, presented in a fictional package.

I wonder whether it's possible to comment deeply on a film of this kind without violating Head-fi policy. While I'm quite interested in seeing the flick, I doubt the issues it explores may be discussed in these forums comfortably. Interviews I've seen with the director suggest the content is decidedly political.

 

[gloco]

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Originally Posted by Meifa Anyone see it yet? Anyone planning to see it? My stepfather and I saw it on a whim tonight. I won't spoil anything (at least not yet ). However, I liked the movie, but it was very dense. IMHO, it'll require a second viewing to really cut through. All in all though, I think it's an interesting look at the geopolitical dynamics of big oil, the middle east, and all the varied players involved, presented in a fictional package. Definitely wanna check out the book it was partly inspired by, See No Evil.

I saw it last weekend and it was (and is) excellent. I agree with you that it is rather dense and i think i'll need to see it again to fully understand all the players in the movie and how their roles affect each other. For the most part, i had a decent grasp on it but i wouldn't mind catching it again.

Unfortunately, scrypt is right. I imagine this thread will be closed or closely watched based on the past history of how political discussions spiral out of control around here.

 

[zotjen]

I also saw it last weekend. I did like it but it's extremely complex. You really have to pay attention otherwise it becomes hard to follow.

 

[jefemeister]

I have to agree with everyone else. I saw it last night and really enjoyed it. But there were a bunch of points I was pretty confused on. I will have to see it again when it comes out on DVD to fully grasp it. Still, very good but I recommend renting it as you'll want to see it twice, look at special features, and I don't think the big screen is all that important for this one.

 

[Trance-Fusion]

my class and i are going to watch it on weds, world issues class.... should be interesting

 

[F1GTR]

What class is that? Sounds progressive and interesting.

 

[Head Creep]

I seem to have missed this thread... I saw it the day after it came out, and it was a very good movie. Very well done from a technical standpoint (example: the few "action" scenes were understated and, IMO, put an emphasis on what part they played in the story, not the action itself), good acting, and a dense but well-made script. I really want to see it again, but I just haven't had time to catch a showing (and King Kong isn't going to help my schedule one bit).