list billhr's Groups - Spout http://www.spout.com/ billhr's Groups - Spout Copyright 2005-9 Spout, LLC Spout RSS http://www.spout.com/images/SpoutLogoRSS.jpg billhr's Groups - Spout http://www.spout.com/ 136 30 Spout Group:Spout Mavens - Spout's best movie reviewers. Membership is limited. http://www.spout.com/groups/Spout_Mavens/366/default.aspx Group Name: Spout Mavens - Spout's best movie reviewers. Membership is limited.
Group Description:

A group of Spout's best reviewers.
Read the requirements.


Created: 6/20/2007
Number of Members: 36
Number of Lists: 9
Number of discussion posts: 451
]]>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 20:10:52 GMTSpout MavensWed, 20 Jun 2007 10:13:29 GMT369451 Spout Group:Spout Feedback - Help make Spout better. http://www.spout.com/groups/Spout_Feedback/129/default.aspx Group Name: Spout Feedback - Help make Spout better.
Created: 6/27/2006
Number of Members: 116
Number of discussion posts: 287
]]>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 01:12:07 GMTSpout FeedbackTue, 27 Jun 2006 00:15:27 GMT1160287 Spout Group:Movie Watchin Wednesday - At Spout, we watch a movie on Wednesday! http://www.spout.com/groups/Movie_Watchin_Wednesday/624/default.aspx Group Name: Movie Watchin Wednesday - At Spout, we watch a movie on Wednesday!
Created: 6/27/2008
Number of Members: 17
Number of Lists: 3
Number of discussion posts: 78
]]>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:44:55 GMTMovie Watchin WednesdayFri, 27 Jun 2008 12:50:54 GMT17378 Spout Group:1500 plus - Where quantity is celebrated over quality! http://www.spout.com/groups/1500_plus/149/default.aspx Group Name: 1500 plus - Where quantity is celebrated over quality!
Group Description: There are many kinds of film fans in the world - those who follow favorite genres, those who dedicate themselves to the greatness of singular directors...and those who simply love to watch film. All kinds of film, all sorts of genre. In the process, they watch a lot of film...a lot. This group is for them. If you've seen over 1500 film, come on in!
Created: 8/11/2006
Number of Members: 12
Number of Lists: 1
Number of discussion posts: 9
]]>Tue, 24 Jun 2008 20:59:56 GMT1500 plusFri, 11 Aug 2006 17:03:16 GMT1219 Spout Group:Film Fridays - At Spout we watch a film on Friday. http://www.spout.com/groups/Film_Fridays/127/default.aspx Group Name: Film Fridays - At Spout we watch a film on Friday.
Group Description:

staying informed to better serve the films and the community


Created: 6/26/2006
Number of Members: 16
Number of Lists: 10
Number of discussion posts: 39
]]>Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:12:39 GMTFilm FridaysMon, 26 Jun 2006 10:15:30 GMT161039 Spout Group:Holsinger Hyphenators - We've got 2 last names...what have you got? http://www.spout.com/groups/Holsinger_Hyphenators/78/default.aspx Group Name: Holsinger Hyphenators - We've got 2 last names...what have you got?
Created: 3/31/2006
Number of Members: 3
Number of Lists: 2
Number of discussion posts: 2
]]>Sat, 29 Mar 2008 14:56:17 GMTHolsinger HyphenatorsFri, 31 Mar 2006 10:02:02 GMT322 Spout Group:Film Movement - Early Access to Award-Winning Independent and Foreign Film http://www.spout.com/groups/Film_Movement/421/endorsed.aspx Group Name: Film Movement - Early Access to Award-Winning Independent and Foreign Film
Group Description: Film Movement is a full-service North American distributor of critically acclaimed award-winning independent and foreign films. Film Movement has released films from 25 countries and six continents, including top prize winners from Sundance, Cannes, Venice, Toronto, Berlin, Tribeca and many other prestigious film festivals. Through partnerships with theaters, TV networks, wholesalers, retailers, institutions, and a first of its kind subscription service, Film Movement is able to get the films it distributes the audience they deserve.
Created: 8/1/2007
Number of Members: 4
Number of Lists: 1
]]>Wed, 08 Aug 2007 18:00:50 GMTFilm MovementWed, 01 Aug 2007 09:31:04 GMT410 Spout Group:foureyedmonsters - Talk to Susan & Arin about the movie and those addictive podcasts. http://www.spout.com/groups/foureyedmonsters/338/endorsed.aspx Group Name: foureyedmonsters - Talk to Susan & Arin about the movie and those addictive podcasts.
Created: 6/4/2007
Number of Members: 322
Number of discussion posts: 56
]]>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 05:42:31 GMTfoureyedmonstersMon, 04 Jun 2007 15:28:43 GMT322056 Spout Group:missing a film - we'll help you find a film http://www.spout.com/groups/missing_a_film/263/default.aspx Group Name: missing a film - we'll help you find a film
Created: 3/5/2007
Number of Members: 131
Number of Lists: 1
Number of discussion posts: 234
]]>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:30:05 GMTmissing a filmMon, 05 Mar 2007 16:37:43 GMT1311234 Spout Group:Movie Soundtracks - Movie sound tracks. http://www.spout.com/groups/Movie_Soundtracks/100/default.aspx Group Name: Movie Soundtracks - Movie sound tracks.
Created: 5/3/2006
Number of Members: 126
Number of Lists: 8
Number of discussion posts: 155
]]>Sun, 28 Jun 2009 22:43:29 GMTMovie SoundtracksWed, 03 May 2006 12:49:51 GMT1268155 Spout Group:Waterfront Film Festival - Midwest's Best Independent Film Festival http://www.spout.com/groups/Waterfront_Film_Festival/298/default.aspx Group Name: Waterfront Film Festival - Midwest's Best Independent Film Festival
Group Description:

This group is all about sharing the fun of independent film in western Michigan.  We can make lists of the films that screen and films we love as well as discuss the films and events we partake in of thee Waterfront Film Festival.

We can also use this group to help others on 'how' to Waterfront.  Saugatuck is a small coastal town with big sandy dunes, great towny bars, several ice cream stands, quaint B&Bs, great shopping, talented artists, and the best quirky venues a festival could ask for.

** this is a fan site **

For more information, go to the festival website: www.waterfrontfilm.org


Created: 4/25/2007
Number of Members: 23
Number of Lists: 11
Number of discussion posts: 13
]]>Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:54:29 GMTWaterfront Film FestivalWed, 25 Apr 2007 22:37:55 GMT231113 Spout Group:Introduce Yourself - Let's get to know each other! http://www.spout.com/groups/Introduce_Yourself/291/default.aspx Group Name: Introduce Yourself - Let's get to know each other!
Group Description: Whether you are brand new to Spout, have been lurking around for a while, or have been a long time participator, introduce yourself here so that we can get to better know the people we interact with here in this exciting community.
Created: 4/19/2007
Number of Members: 274
Number of discussion posts: 132
]]>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 18:08:34 GMTIntroduce YourselfThu, 19 Apr 2007 13:13:44 GMT2740132 Spout Group:FRESH - Things we've recently noticed, seen. http://www.spout.com/groups/FRESH/75/default.aspx Group Name: FRESH - Things we've recently noticed, seen.
Group Description: Whether we've just seen them or heard their name on the wind, they are fresh in our minds.
Created: 3/29/2006
Number of Members: 92
Number of Lists: 10
Number of discussion posts: 125
]]>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 17:44:57 GMTFRESHWed, 29 Mar 2006 18:18:42 GMT9210125 Spout Group:Movie Games - Fun is power: Movie Games http://www.spout.com/groups/Movie_Games/598/default.aspx Group Name: Movie Games - Fun is power: Movie Games
Group Description:

Play interactive movie games and quizzes, show off fun facts you know about film. Create your own games about movies, challenge others with movie trivia.


Created: 5/13/2008
Number of Members: 171
Number of Lists: 2
Number of discussion posts: 678
]]>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 18:56:55 GMTMovie GamesTue, 13 May 2008 14:34:12 GMT1712678 Spout Group:SXSW Film Festival - Spout's going. Join us. http://www.spout.com/groups/SXSW_Film_Festival/260/endorsed.aspx Group Name: SXSW Film Festival - Spout's going. Join us.
Group Description: The Spout team will be at this year's South by Southwest Film and Intreractive Festival. There'll be podcasts, interviews, and reviews, all posted through SpoutBlog.
Created: 2/27/2007
Number of Members: 61
Number of Lists: 8
Number of discussion posts: 7
]]>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 18:45:36 GMTSXSW Film FestivalTue, 27 Feb 2007 01:43:48 GMT6187 Spout Group:Sundance - The Sundance Film Festival http://www.spout.com/groups/Sundance/532/endorsed.aspx Group Name: Sundance - The Sundance Film Festival
Created: 1/5/2009
Number of Members: 54
Number of Lists: 18
Number of discussion posts: 26
]]>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 18:14:36 GMTSundanceMon, 05 Jan 2009 15:36:09 GMT541826 Spout Group:Filmspotting - A weekly film podcast from Chicago with Adam Kempenaar and Matty Robinson http://www.spout.com/groups/Filmspotting/304/endorsed.aspx Group Name: Filmspotting - A weekly film podcast from Chicago with Adam Kempenaar and Matty Robinson
Created: 5/10/2007
Number of Members: 713
Number of Lists: 84
Number of discussion posts: 412
]]>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 05:21:57 GMTFilmspottingThu, 10 May 2007 10:40:08 GMT71384412 Spout Group:GR Movies and Happenings - What's good Grand Rapids? http://www.spout.com/groups/GR_Movies_and_Happenings/125/default.aspx Group Name: GR Movies and Happenings - What's good Grand Rapids?
Group Description: A place to discuss the latest movies and happenings in Grand Rapids
Created: 6/20/2006
Number of Members: 58
Number of Lists: 3
Number of discussion posts: 28
]]>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 15:41:56 GMTGR Movies and HappeningsTue, 20 Jun 2006 11:39:00 GMT58328 Spout Group:We'd buy these if we could... - givin' the man a little social pressure... http://www.spout.com/groups/We_d_buy_these_if_we_could/52/default.aspx Group Name: We'd buy these if we could... - givin' the man a little social pressure...
Group Description: Here's what I'm thinking: there are a lot of movies listed at Spout. But, sadly, some are the equivalent of "out of print." Do you think if we get ENOUGH people to ask for the same "out of print" films we can make a difference? Let's try...
Created: 3/9/2006
Number of Members: 90
Number of Lists: 3
Number of discussion posts: 59
]]>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 22:45:20 GMTWe'd buy these if we could...Thu, 09 Mar 2006 08:24:06 GMT90359 Spout Group:Grew up in the 80's - If you watched a lot of movies in the 80's, you're in. http://www.spout.com/groups/Grew_up_in_the_80_s/38/default.aspx Group Name: Grew up in the 80's - If you watched a lot of movies in the 80's, you're in.
Created: 2/7/2006
Number of Members: 46
Number of Lists: 3
Number of discussion posts: 76
]]>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 18:56:08 GMTGrew up in the 80'sTue, 07 Feb 2006 13:01:08 GMT46376 Spout Group:Telluride Film Festival 2008 - Spout's going to Telluride! http://www.spout.com/groups/Telluride_Film_Festival_2008/144/endorsed.aspx Group Name: Telluride Film Festival 2008 - Spout's going to Telluride!
Group Description:

Since 1974, Labor Day weekend in Telluride has been film-lover heaven. Join this group to talk about Telluride.


Created: 8/28/2008
Number of Members: 49
Number of Lists: 4
Number of discussion posts: 53
]]>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 11:01:43 GMTTelluride Film Festival 2008Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:00:36 GMT49453 Spout Group:From Here To Awesome - A Discovery and Distribution Festival http://www.spout.com/groups/From_Here_To_Awesome/586/endorsed.aspx Group Name: From Here To Awesome - A Discovery and Distribution Festival
Group Description: Have you made a film you think the world should see? FROM HERE TO AWESOME is a discovery and distribution festival that might be the perfect system to get your film blasted to audiences in theaters, living rooms, online and via mobile phones. All filmmakers are welcome to be a part of the festival. There are NO submission fees, filmmakers retain their rights while receiving revenue directly from the distribution outlets. A wide range of major promotional partners and distribution platforms are on board. FHTA was founded by DIY filmmaking pioneers Lance Weiler (The Last Broadcast, Head Trauma), Arin Crumley (Four Eyed Monsters) and M dot Strange (We Are The Strange).
Created: 4/18/2008
Number of Members: 63
Number of Lists: 1
Number of discussion posts: 33
]]>Tue, 07 Oct 2008 12:40:23 GMTFrom Here To AwesomeFri, 18 Apr 2008 11:06:17 GMT63133 Spout Group:Philosophy of Film - Film and philosophy, ethics, epistemology, aesthetics, metaphysics! http://www.spout.com/groups/Philosophy_of_Film/281/default.aspx Group Name: Philosophy of Film - Film and philosophy, ethics, epistemology, aesthetics, metaphysics!
Group Description: Anywhere that the worlds of philosophy and cinema collide. Moral dilemmas? Issues of language and communication? Does film have a purpose? Bring your questions here!
Created: 4/4/2007
Number of Members: 72
Number of Lists: 1
Number of discussion posts: 95
]]>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 03:09:21 GMTPhilosophy of FilmWed, 04 Apr 2007 13:15:46 GMT72195 Spout Group:Emerging Filmmakers - Up and coming in the world of film http://www.spout.com/groups/Emerging_Filmmakers/546/endorsed.aspx Group Name: Emerging Filmmakers - Up and coming in the world of film
Created: 2/11/2008
Number of Members: 37
Number of discussion posts: 7
]]>Thu, 12 Jun 2008 13:55:29 GMTEmerging FilmmakersMon, 11 Feb 2008 09:54:28 GMT3707 Spout Group:Tribeca Film Festival - Check out what's happening at the Tribeca Film Festival http://www.spout.com/groups/Tribeca_Film_Festival/295/default.aspx Group Name: Tribeca Film Festival - Check out what's happening at the Tribeca Film Festival
Group Description: The Spout team is heading out to the Tribeca Film Festival. Check out the discussions, lists, and films here in the Tribeca Film Fest group.
Created: 4/23/2007
Number of Members: 26
Number of Lists: 11
Number of discussion posts: 6
]]>Thu, 03 Apr 2008 19:51:21 GMTTribeca Film FestivalMon, 23 Apr 2007 15:07:41 GMT26116 Spout Group:From art house to my basement - For anybody who enjoys watching and discussing films. http://www.spout.com/groups/From_art_house_to_my_basement/8/default.aspx Group Name: From art house to my basement - For anybody who enjoys watching and discussing films.
Created: 12/22/2005
Number of Members: 21
Number of Lists: 1
Number of discussion posts: 22
]]>Fri, 22 Jun 2007 14:11:48 GMTFrom art house to my basementThu, 22 Dec 2005 13:08:07 GMT21122 Spout Group:Repeat - How films change when you see them again. http://www.spout.com/groups/Repeat/132/default.aspx Group Name: Repeat - How films change when you see them again.
Created: 7/2/2006
Number of Members: 18
Number of Lists: 4
Number of discussion posts: 3
]]>Sat, 14 Apr 2007 17:23:29 GMTRepeatSun, 02 Jul 2006 15:42:06 GMT1843 Spout Group:Foodies & Film - We love visual and eatable feasts! http://www.spout.com/groups/Foodies_Film/53/default.aspx Group Name: Foodies & Film - We love visual and eatable feasts!
Group Description: Do you love to cook and eat? Have your eating, cooking, or dining habits been influenced by films? Let's discuss over a metaphorical cup of tea and lavender cookie.
Created: 3/9/2006
Number of Members: 14
Number of Lists: 3
Number of discussion posts: 17
]]>Fri, 26 Jan 2007 19:01:07 GMTFoodies & FilmThu, 09 Mar 2006 08:28:26 GMT14317 Spout Group Post: Spout Feature Feedback: Widgets and Exportable lists http://www.spout.com/groups/Spout_Feedback/Spout_Feature_Feedback_Widgets_and_Exportable_lis/129/8458/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: Spout Feature Feedback: Widgets and Exportable lists
Group Name: Spout Feedback
Last Post By: seely
Post Date: 5/9/2007 12:18:00 PM
Body: We're in the process of adding more exportable widgets to Spout and even working towards opening a Spout API. Check out the Digital Swag page to see what we have so far. I'd love suggestions from this group on what else to add. So far, you can pull some of your lists into a blog or MySpace account...soon you will be able to pull most of your lists as well as stat info.Let me know what you think!
]]>Wed, 09 May 2007 16:18:00 GMTSpout Feature Feedback: Widgets and Exportable listsSpout FeedbackWe're in the process of adding more exportable widgets to Spout and even working towards opening a Spout API. Check out the Digital Swag page to see what we have so far. I'd love suggestions from this group on what else to add. So far, you can pull some of your lists into a blog or MySpace account...soon you will be able to pull most of your lists as well as stat info.Let me know what you think! 5/9/2007 12:18:00 PMWe're in the process of adding more exportable widgets to Spout and even working towards opening a Spout API. Check out the Digital Swag page to see what we have so far. I'd love suggestions from this group on what else to add. So far, you can pull some of your lists into a blog or MySpace account...soon you will be able to pull most of your lists as well as stat info.Let me know what you think! Spout Group Post: Introduce Yourself http://www.spout.com/groups/Introduce_Yourself/Introduce_Yourself/291/7293/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: Introduce Yourself
Group Name: Introduce Yourself
Last Post By: seely
Post Date: 4/19/2007 2:12:37 PM
Body: Hello everyone!Welcome to the Introduce Yourself group.I thought it would be nice to get to know a few more personal details about some of the people we all interact with on Spout. So here is where you can share more about yourself, if you feel so inclined of course.Well I'll start out. My name is Brian, but many people call me "Rizzo". I grew up around Grand Rapids, MI where Spout is actually located. Actually I am from Jenison, but then went to college at Calvin College in Grand Rapids. I actually didn't hear about Spout until after I had moved to Chicago after college, which is where I still am at.Like probably the majority of the Grand Rapids population, I am from Dutch descent. Although Risselada doesn't sound like a Dutch name, it is. I grew up with a great family, wonderful parents, and two younger brothers.Growing up I didn't do anything too unusual. Watched at lot of TV, played a lot of video games. Never have been very big into sports though. Don't really follow professional sports or anything like that. I did play soccer every year until 8th grade though.In high school I played Trombone and was all kinds of school bands like marching band, orchestra, jazz band, playing for musicals. I sang in a church choir too. And eventually I learned the bass guitar which I played with different groups here and there. I was also a big Mac geek. And occasionally a trouble maker, usually more subversive than malicious.In college I first intended to study film, but then became extremely interested in theatre as well. We had a fantastic theatre program at our college in my opinion, and luckily enough an amazing group of classmates with a lot of talent and ambition. Theatre became my major, although I still took many film classes. I made several videos while in college as well and had a great time with that.Throughout my time in college I became infatuated with improv, as in theatrical improv. I figured out pretty early on in college that I wanted to move to Chicago eventually because this is really the birthplace of current mainstream improv as performance and is still the epicenter.It's hard for me to remember when I first became extremely interested in film. It may be when I finally turned seventeen and was able to start renting any kind of movies I wanted to. The thing about film as an art form is that it can encompass almost any other kind of artwork out there. It seems to have the most potential and possibilities. It's quicker and easier to experience than a book, but can be just as absorbing. Unlike a play, it will essentially be the same every time you see it. This makes plays more fresh, but allows movies to be discussed by people from all different times and places as long as they have seen the same movie at some point they have usually seen the same thing (which of course is what pisses me off when movies aren't presented in a consistent format).Currently I'm still doing improv. My main team is called Very Real Cops (just ask me if you are ever going to be in Chicago if we happen to be doing a show). I'm working for an insurance company in the Loop which is working out fairly well for me. I've been involved in a good church community here. Trying to watch a lot of good movies of course. And always searching out new good music to go out and see or fill up my ipod with. And in a week I'm moving out of my current apartment and parting ways with my roommates. I'll be moving into my own tiny little studio apartment, but am pretty excited about it.Well that's quite a bit about me. Hopefully this doesn't all sound too self-indulgent, but my purpose of this group is really to hear more about all of you. So please let us all know!
]]>Thu, 19 Apr 2007 18:12:37 GMTIntroduce YourselfIntroduce YourselfHello everyone!Welcome to the Introduce Yourself group.I thought it would be nice to get to know a few more personal details about some of the people we all interact with on Spout. So here is where you can share more about yourself, if you feel so inclined of course.Well I'll start out. My name is Brian, but many people call me "Rizzo". I grew up around Grand Rapids, MI where Spout is actually located. Actually I am from Jenison, but then went to college at Calvin College in Grand Rapids. I actually didn't hear about Spout until after I had moved to Chicago after college, which is where I still am at.Like probably the majority of the Grand Rapids population, I am from Dutch descent. Although Risselada doesn't sound like a Dutch name, it is. I grew up with a great family, wonderful parents, and two younger brothers.Growing up I didn't do anything too unusual. Watched at lot of TV, played a lot of video games. Never have been very big into sports though. Don't really follow professional sports or anything like that. I did play soccer every year until 8th grade though.In high school I played Trombone and was all kinds of school bands like marching band, orchestra, jazz band, playing for musicals. I sang in a church choir too. And eventually I learned the bass guitar which I played with different groups here and there. I was also a big Mac geek. And occasionally a trouble maker, usually more subversive than malicious.In college I first intended to study film, but then became extremely interested in theatre as well. We had a fantastic theatre program at our college in my opinion, and luckily enough an amazing group of classmates with a lot of talent and ambition. Theatre became my major, although I still took many film classes. I made several videos while in college as well and had a great time with that.Throughout my time in college I became infatuated with improv, as in theatrical improv. I figured out pretty early on in college that I wanted to move to Chicago eventually because this is really the birthplace of current mainstream improv as performance and is still the epicenter.It's hard for me to remember when I first became extremely interested in film. It may be when I finally turned seventeen and was able to start renting any kind of movies I wanted to. The thing about film as an art form is that it can encompass almost any other kind of artwork out there. It seems to have the most potential and possibilities. It's quicker and easier to experience than a book, but can be just as absorbing. Unlike a play, it will essentially be the same every time you see it. This makes plays more fresh, but allows movies to be discussed by people from all different times and places as long as they have seen the same movie at some point they have usually seen the same thing (which of course is what pisses me off when movies aren't presented in a consistent format).Currently I'm still doing improv. My main team is called Very Real Cops (just ask me if you are ever going to be in Chicago if we happen to be doing a show). I'm working for an insurance company in the Loop which is working out fairly well for me. I've been involved in a good church community here. Trying to watch a lot of good movies of course. And always searching out new good music to go out and see or fill up my ipod with. And in a week I'm moving out of my current apartment and parting ways with my roommates. I'll be moving into my own tiny little studio apartment, but am pretty excited about it.Well that's quite a bit about me. Hopefully this doesn't all sound too self-indulgent, but my purpose of this group is really to hear more about all of you. So please let us all know!4/19/2007 2:12:37 PMHello everyone!Welcome to the Introduce Yourself group.I thought it would be nice to get to know a few more personal details about some of the people we all interact with on Spout. So here is where you can share more about yourself, if you feel so inclined of course.Well I'll start out. My name is Brian, but many people call me "Rizzo". I grew up around Grand Rapids, MI where Spout is actually located. Actually I am from Jenison, but then went to college at Calvin College in Grand Rapids. I actually didn't hear about Spout until after I had moved to Chicago after college, which is where I still am at.Like probably the majority of the Grand Rapids population, I am from Dutch descent. Although Risselada doesn't sound like a Dutch name, it is. I grew up with a great family, wonderful parents, and two younger brothers.Growing up I didn't do anything too unusual. Watched at lot of TV, played a lot of video games. Never have been very big into sports though. Don't really follow professional sports or anything like that. I did play soccer every year until 8th grade though.In high school I played Trombone and was all kinds of school bands like marching band, orchestra, jazz band, playing for musicals. I sang in a church choir too. And eventually I learned the bass guitar which I played with different groups here and there. I was also a big Mac geek. And occasionally a trouble maker, usually more subversive than malicious.In college I first intended to study film, but then became extremely interested in theatre as well. We had a fantastic theatre program at our college in my opinion, and luckily enough an amazing group of classmates with a lot of talent and ambition. Theatre became my major, although I still took many film classes. I made several videos while in college as well and had a great time with that.Throughout my time in college I became infatuated with improv, as in theatrical improv. I figured out pretty early on in college that I wanted to move to Chicago eventually because this is really the birthplace of current mainstream improv as performance and is still the epicenter.It's hard for me to remember when I first became extremely interested in film. It may be when I finally turned seventeen and was able to start renting any kind of movies I wanted to. The thing about film as an art form is that it can encompass almost any other kind of artwork out there. It seems to have the most potential and possibilities. It's quicker and easier to experience than a book, but can be just as absorbing. Unlike a play, it will essentially be the same every time you see it. This makes plays more fresh, but allows movies to be discussed by people from all different times and places as long as they have seen the same movie at some point they have usually seen the same thing (which of course is what pisses me off when movies aren't presented in a consistent format).Currently I'm still doing improv. My main team is called Very Real Cops (just ask me if you are ever going to be in Chicago if we happen to be doing a show). I'm working for an insurance company in the Loop which is working out fairly well for me. I've been involved in a good church community here. Trying to watch a lot of good movies of course. And always searching out new good music to go out and see or fill up my ipod with. And in a week I'm moving out of my current apartment and parting ways with my roommates. I'll be moving into my own tiny little studio apartment, but am pretty excited about it.Well that's quite a bit about me. Hopefully this doesn't all sound too self-indulgent, but my purpose of this group is really to hear more about all of you. So please let us all know! Spout Group Post: The more the merrier http://www.spout.com/groups/1500_plus/The_more_the_merrier/149/2383/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: The more the merrier
Group Name: 1500 plus
Last Post By: peterfecteau
Post Date: 8/13/2006 1:19:28 PM
Body: As the description of this group says:There are many kinds of film fans in the world - those who follow favorite genres, those who dedicate themselves to the greatness of singular directors...and those who simply love to watch film. All kinds of film, all sorts of genre. In the process, they watch a lot of film...a lot. This group is for them.This group is for people who have watched a ton of films. How many is a ton? If you have seen over 1500 films, come on in. We have amassed a wide breadth and depth of knowledge about film. By the way, 1500 films represents about 112 days of film-watchin goodness!Want to join? Just ask.Already a member? What have you learn from all of that film watching?
]]>Sun, 13 Aug 2006 17:19:28 GMTThe more the merrier1500 plusAs the description of this group says:There are many kinds of film fans in the world - those who follow favorite genres, those who dedicate themselves to the greatness of singular directors...and those who simply love to watch film. All kinds of film, all sorts of genre. In the process, they watch a lot of film...a lot. This group is for them.This group is for people who have watched a ton of films. How many is a ton? If you have seen over 1500 films, come on in. We have amassed a wide breadth and depth of knowledge about film. By the way, 1500 films represents about 112 days of film-watchin goodness!Want to join? Just ask.Already a member? What have you learn from all of that film watching?8/13/2006 1:19:28 PMAs the description of this group says:There are many kinds of film fans in the world - those who follow favorite genres, those who dedicate themselves to the greatness of singular directors...and those who simply love to watch film. All kinds of film, all sorts of genre. In the process, they watch a lot of film...a lot. This group is for them.This group is for people who have watched a ton of films. How many is a ton? If you have seen over 1500 films, come on in. We have amassed a wide breadth and depth of knowledge about film. By the way, 1500 films represents about 112 days of film-watchin goodness!Want to join? Just ask.Already a member? What have you learn from all of that film watching? Spout Group Post: Test of the discussion system http://www.spout.com/groups/Holsinger_Hyphenators/Test_of_the_discussion_system/78/26739/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: Test of the discussion system
Group Name: Holsinger Hyphenators
Last Post By: billhr
Post Date: 3/29/2008 10:55:00 AM
Body: Testy test test test.
]]>Sat, 29 Mar 2008 14:55:00 GMTTest of the discussion systemHolsinger HyphenatorsTesty test test test.3/29/2008 10:55:00 AMTesty test test test. Spout Group Post: Spout Feature Feedback: MovieMind http://www.spout.com/groups/Spout_Feedback/Spout_Feature_Feedback_MovieMind/129/6749/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: Spout Feature Feedback: MovieMind
Group Name: Spout Feedback
Last Post By: scswngr
Post Date: 4/5/2007 11:02:14 AM
Body: We created MovieMind as a way for all sorts of people (from the casual consumer to the serious film fan) to get an intelligent list of recommendations based upon their ratings, contacts and experts. So the question is, does it live up to that promise?...and if so, how could you see using it?...and if not, what sort of special sauce would make it tastier?
]]>Thu, 05 Apr 2007 15:02:14 GMTSpout Feature Feedback: MovieMindSpout FeedbackWe created MovieMind as a way for all sorts of people (from the casual consumer to the serious film fan) to get an intelligent list of recommendations based upon their ratings, contacts and experts. So the question is, does it live up to that promise?...and if so, how could you see using it?...and if not, what sort of special sauce would make it tastier?4/5/2007 11:02:14 AMWe created MovieMind as a way for all sorts of people (from the casual consumer to the serious film fan) to get an intelligent list of recommendations based upon their ratings, contacts and experts. So the question is, does it live up to that promise?...and if so, how could you see using it?...and if not, what sort of special sauce would make it tastier? Spout Group Post: Top five favorite Soundtracks http://www.spout.com/groups/Movie_Soundtracks/Top_five_favorite_Soundtracks/100/1043/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: Top five favorite Soundtracks
Group Name: Movie Soundtracks
Last Post By: Dr_Gor
Post Date: 5/3/2006 1:11:03 PM
Body: As ridiculous as the 347 year old Dick Clark can be, his whole "Music is the soundtrack to tour lives" quotes is...well, pretty ridiculous as well. Still, there's something about it that clicks, I think. Sometimes music is overused and misused in movies. Like Cameron Crowe's recent film Elizabethtown. You know, it's easy to enjoy a movie just because there's lots of great music, when in fact underneath it all is an all-too familiar plot, silly-shallow characters, and...well, that's about it. But then there's filmmakers who place just the right song in just the right places and as a result makes a great film more magical. I think Wes Anderson is a great example. I mean, when Gwynneth Paltrow (the troubled adopted daughter in The Royal Tennenbaums) meets Luke Wilson on the train station while Neco's version of "These Days" plays...it sets a perfect atmosphere of moments all viewers can relate to. So what's your top five favorite soundtracks? Here's mine to start: 1. Rushmore: From obscure Kinks tracks ("Nothing in this World Stops Me Worrying About That Girl") to forgotten Donovan classics, the soundtrack's songs are as quirky and marginalized as Max Fisher. 2. Can't Hardly Wait: If the film had any depth or practical wisdom I wouldn't like it nearly as much as I do. It's just about naive, clueless highshool graduates with only two priorities: have fun and fall in love. I think its soundtrack, with greats like Third Eye Blind, Parliament, and Matthew Sweet, is the perfect pomp and circumstance for the film's characters. 3. Forrest Gump: Sure, maybe a double disc of nearly EVERY pop classic from 1955-1975 was a bit much. But like the movie, these songs never lose their heartwarming charm. 4. Stand By Me: No other film better illustrates childhood friendship. And the songs that the ragtag boys sing and walk along to as they search for a dead body remind us what it was like to be young. Standout track/scene? "Lollipop." 5. Night On Earth: Tom Waits, my favorite singer, did the wonderful soundtrack to Jim Jarmusch's breakthrough film. Now, what are yours?
]]>Wed, 03 May 2006 17:11:03 GMTTop five favorite SoundtracksMovie SoundtracksAs ridiculous as the 347 year old Dick Clark can be, his whole "Music is the soundtrack to tour lives" quotes is...well, pretty ridiculous as well. Still, there's something about it that clicks, I think. Sometimes music is overused and misused in movies. Like Cameron Crowe's recent film Elizabethtown. You know, it's easy to enjoy a movie just because there's lots of great music, when in fact underneath it all is an all-too familiar plot, silly-shallow characters, and...well, that's about it. But then there's filmmakers who place just the right song in just the right places and as a result makes a great film more magical. I think Wes Anderson is a great example. I mean, when Gwynneth Paltrow (the troubled adopted daughter in The Royal Tennenbaums) meets Luke Wilson on the train station while Neco's version of "These Days" plays...it sets a perfect atmosphere of moments all viewers can relate to. So what's your top five favorite soundtracks? Here's mine to start: 1. Rushmore: From obscure Kinks tracks ("Nothing in this World Stops Me Worrying About That Girl") to forgotten Donovan classics, the soundtrack's songs are as quirky and marginalized as Max Fisher. 2. Can't Hardly Wait: If the film had any depth or practical wisdom I wouldn't like it nearly as much as I do. It's just about naive, clueless highshool graduates with only two priorities: have fun and fall in love. I think its soundtrack, with greats like Third Eye Blind, Parliament, and Matthew Sweet, is the perfect pomp and circumstance for the film's characters. 3. Forrest Gump: Sure, maybe a double disc of nearly EVERY pop classic from 1955-1975 was a bit much. But like the movie, these songs never lose their heartwarming charm. 4. Stand By Me: No other film better illustrates childhood friendship. And the songs that the ragtag boys sing and walk along to as they search for a dead body remind us what it was like to be young. Standout track/scene? "Lollipop." 5. Night On Earth: Tom Waits, my favorite singer, did the wonderful soundtrack to Jim Jarmusch's breakthrough film. Now, what are yours?5/3/2006 1:11:03 PMAs ridiculous as the 347 year old Dick Clark can be, his whole "Music is the soundtrack to tour lives" quotes is...well, pretty ridiculous as well. Still, there's something about it that clicks, I think. Sometimes music is overused and misused in movies. Like Cameron Crowe's recent film Elizabethtown. You know, it's easy to enjoy a movie just because there's lots of great music, when in fact underneath it all is an all-too familiar plot, silly-shallow characters, and...well, that's about it. But then there's filmmakers who place just the right song in just the right places and as a result makes a great film more magical. I think Wes Anderson is a great example. I mean, when Gwynneth Paltrow (the troubled adopted daughter in The Royal Tennenbaums) meets Luke Wilson on the train station while Neco's version of "These Days" plays...it sets a perfect atmosphere of moments all viewers can relate to. So what's your top five favorite soundtracks? Here's mine to start: 1. Rushmore: From obscure Kinks tracks ("Nothing in this World Stops Me Worrying About That Girl") to forgotten Donovan classics, the soundtrack's songs are as quirky and marginalized as Max Fisher. 2. Can't Hardly Wait: If the film had any depth or practical wisdom I wouldn't like it nearly as much as I do. It's just about naive, clueless highshool graduates with only two priorities: have fun and fall in love. I think its soundtrack, with greats like Third Eye Blind, Parliament, and Matthew Sweet, is the perfect pomp and circumstance for the film's characters. 3. Forrest Gump: Sure, maybe a double disc of nearly EVERY pop classic from 1955-1975 was a bit much. But like the movie, these songs never lose their heartwarming charm. 4. Stand By Me: No other film better illustrates childhood friendship. And the songs that the ragtag boys sing and walk along to as they search for a dead body remind us what it was like to be young. Standout track/scene? "Lollipop." 5. Night On Earth: Tom Waits, my favorite singer, did the wonderful soundtrack to Jim Jarmusch's breakthrough film. Now, what are yours? Spout Group Post: Spout Feature Feedback: Groups Enhancements http://www.spout.com/groups/Spout_Feedback/Spout_Feature_Feedback_Groups_Enhancements/129/15145/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: Spout Feature Feedback: Groups Enhancements
Group Name: Spout Feedback
Last Post By: rjsprague
Post Date: 7/17/2007 3:26:08 PM
Body: Howdy all!If you didn't notice it already, we have made a number of changes/enhancements to Groups on Spout...most of it from your feedback. Please give it a once over and let us know what you think. The enhancements sound be most beneficial for those who currently "own" a group. So if you don't own one yet, go ahead and get started. Thanks as always for your comments!Bill
]]>Tue, 17 Jul 2007 19:26:08 GMTSpout Feature Feedback: Groups EnhancementsSpout FeedbackHowdy all!If you didn't notice it already, we have made a number of changes/enhancements to Groups on Spout...most of it from your feedback. Please give it a once over and let us know what you think. The enhancements sound be most beneficial for those who currently "own" a group. So if you don't own one yet, go ahead and get started. Thanks as always for your comments!Bill 7/17/2007 3:26:08 PMHowdy all!If you didn't notice it already, we have made a number of changes/enhancements to Groups on Spout...most of it from your feedback. Please give it a once over and let us know what you think. The enhancements sound be most beneficial for those who currently "own" a group. So if you don't own one yet, go ahead and get started. Thanks as always for your comments!Bill Spout Group Post: We Need A Wiki Party http://www.spout.com/groups/Spout_Feedback/We_Need_A_Wiki_Party/129/1853/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: We Need A Wiki Party
Group Name: Spout Feedback
Last Post By: rjsprague
Post Date: 7/16/2006 11:30:26 AM
Body: So I was thinking this weekend about my favorite aspects of Spout and I think that I've isolated it to the social networking aspect of the site. I love the design, the movies and everything else, but it's really the people that keep me coming back and interacting with the site. In thinking of how one could take adavantage of the social aspect to the site I came up with two ideas.First, when it comes to the groups, I would try and highlight those a bit more. Right now, information on the groups is listed under the My People section, but I might encourage you to move that info straight onto the My Page section of the site. This way the groups are highlighted on the first page that someone sees after logging into Spout. I believe that the stronger you can connect an individual to a group that the more sticky the site will be for them and by giving it front page exposure, you can encourage participation. You could either just show the groups that people are already in, but I might try and highlight a group of the week or maybe all recent groups, etc. I'm not sure how you do the details really, but I do think that this is Spout's greatest strength and anyway that you can increase participation in the groups will be a real benefit to the community.Secondily, I was thinking about how one could use the information on Spout to network with other members and I think it might be cool if we had wikis that we could create for actors, directors, independent studios, etc. My idea would be to have Spout create the tools and then let the community populate the data. You could allow someone to create a page for an actress for example that lists their films, links to fan sites or photos, that automatically picks up any conversation threads where they are mentioned (or perhaps where the wiki is linked to), etc. The idea would be to allow independent filmakers/actors to showcase the work they've done by highlighting all of their accomplishments. Eventually, I could see you using this information to recruit actors for films or to help the consumer find other films that the indie's are working on. I'm not sure how much work this would be to create and in all honesty, I can't say that I'd personally use this feature a lot, but if after seeing a great film, I could find out more about some little know producer, I think that it could help to enhance the social networking aspect of the site. Right now you have a list of all movies that someone was involved in, but you can't search by actor or director and it doesn't show any of the conversations that people are having about them. By figuring out an automated way to connect information that Spout members write about an actor or director and then implementing that into their bio, I think that you could really create a powerful tool that could be used to help filmakers and viewers.
]]>Sun, 16 Jul 2006 15:30:26 GMTWe Need A Wiki PartySpout FeedbackSo I was thinking this weekend about my favorite aspects of Spout and I think that I've isolated it to the social networking aspect of the site. I love the design, the movies and everything else, but it's really the people that keep me coming back and interacting with the site. In thinking of how one could take adavantage of the social aspect to the site I came up with two ideas.First, when it comes to the groups, I would try and highlight those a bit more. Right now, information on the groups is listed under the My People section, but I might encourage you to move that info straight onto the My Page section of the site. This way the groups are highlighted on the first page that someone sees after logging into Spout. I believe that the stronger you can connect an individual to a group that the more sticky the site will be for them and by giving it front page exposure, you can encourage participation. You could either just show the groups that people are already in, but I might try and highlight a group of the week or maybe all recent groups, etc. I'm not sure how you do the details really, but I do think that this is Spout's greatest strength and anyway that you can increase participation in the groups will be a real benefit to the community.Secondily, I was thinking about how one could use the information on Spout to network with other members and I think it might be cool if we had wikis that we could create for actors, directors, independent studios, etc. My idea would be to have Spout create the tools and then let the community populate the data. You could allow someone to create a page for an actress for example that lists their films, links to fan sites or photos, that automatically picks up any conversation threads where they are mentioned (or perhaps where the wiki is linked to), etc. The idea would be to allow independent filmakers/actors to showcase the work they've done by highlighting all of their accomplishments. Eventually, I could see you using this information to recruit actors for films or to help the consumer find other films that the indie's are working on. I'm not sure how much work this would be to create and in all honesty, I can't say that I'd personally use this feature a lot, but if after seeing a great film, I could find out more about some little know producer, I think that it could help to enhance the social networking aspect of the site. Right now you have a list of all movies that someone was involved in, but you can't search by actor or director and it doesn't show any of the conversations that people are having about them. By figuring out an automated way to connect information that Spout members write about an actor or director and then implementing that into their bio, I think that you could really create a powerful tool that could be used to help filmakers and viewers. 7/16/2006 11:30:26 AMSo I was thinking this weekend about my favorite aspects of Spout and I think that I've isolated it to the social networking aspect of the site. I love the design, the movies and everything else, but it's really the people that keep me coming back and interacting with the site. In thinking of how one could take adavantage of the social aspect to the site I came up with two ideas.First, when it comes to the groups, I would try and highlight those a bit more. Right now, information on the groups is listed under the My People section, but I might encourage you to move that info straight onto the My Page section of the site. This way the groups are highlighted on the first page that someone sees after logging into Spout. I believe that the stronger you can connect an individual to a group that the more sticky the site will be for them and by giving it front page exposure, you can encourage participation. You could either just show the groups that people are already in, but I might try and highlight a group of the week or maybe all recent groups, etc. I'm not sure how you do the details really, but I do think that this is Spout's greatest strength and anyway that you can increase participation in the groups will be a real benefit to the community.Secondily, I was thinking about how one could use the information on Spout to network with other members and I think it might be cool if we had wikis that we could create for actors, directors, independent studios, etc. My idea would be to have Spout create the tools and then let the community populate the data. You could allow someone to create a page for an actress for example that lists their films, links to fan sites or photos, that automatically picks up any conversation threads where they are mentioned (or perhaps where the wiki is linked to), etc. The idea would be to allow independent filmakers/actors to showcase the work they've done by highlighting all of their accomplishments. Eventually, I could see you using this information to recruit actors for films or to help the consumer find other films that the indie's are working on. I'm not sure how much work this would be to create and in all honesty, I can't say that I'd personally use this feature a lot, but if after seeing a great film, I could find out more about some little know producer, I think that it could help to enhance the social networking aspect of the site. Right now you have a list of all movies that someone was involved in, but you can't search by actor or director and it doesn't show any of the conversations that people are having about them. By figuring out an automated way to connect information that Spout members write about an actor or director and then implementing that into their bio, I think that you could really create a powerful tool that could be used to help filmakers and viewers. Spout Group Post: What was the FIRST film that scared you? http://www.spout.com/groups/HORROR_MOVIES_101/What_was_the_FIRST_film_that_scared_you/222/7548/1/ShowPost.aspx Post Subject: What was the FIRST film that scared you?
Group Name: HORROR MOVIES 101
Last Post By: stuntman_James
Post Date: 4/24/2007 4:11:54 PM
Body: As a companion to the "What was the LAST film that scared you" thread, do you remember the very first film that scared the living daylights out of you? For me, it was Darby O'Gill and the Little People -- a Disney movie! (Oh, the shame!) But I was just a little kid at the time, and when I saw those Banshees, I was afraid to go to sleep for days afterwards, thinking they would come and carry me away!Oh, and ladies, I was too young to appreciate it at the time, but this is a notable film for another reason...it was the movie debut of 20-year-old Sean Connery!
]]>Tue, 24 Apr 2007 20:11:54 GMTWhat was the FIRST film that scared you?HORROR MOVIES 101As a companion to the "What was the LAST film that scared you" thread, do you remember the very first film that scared the living daylights out of you? For me, it was Darby O'Gill and the Little People -- a Disney movie! (Oh, the shame!) But I was just a little kid at the time, and when I saw those Banshees, I was afraid to go to sleep for days afterwards, thinking they would come and carry me away!Oh, and ladies, I was too young to appreciate it at the time, but this is a notable film for another reason...it was the movie debut of 20-year-old Sean Connery! 4/24/2007 4:11:54 PMAs a companion to the "What was the LAST film that scared you" thread, do you remember the very first film that scared the living daylights out of you? For me, it was Darby O'Gill and the Little People -- a Disney movie! (Oh, the shame!) But I was just a little kid at the time, and when I saw those Banshees, I was afraid to go to sleep for days afterwards, thinking they would come and carry me away!Oh, and ladies, I was too young to appreciate it at the time, but this is a notable film for another reason...it was the movie debut of 20-year-old Sean Connery! Spout Group Post: Spout Feature Feedback: New Front Page http://www.spout.com/groups/Spout_Feedback/Spout_Feature_Feedback_New_Front_Page/129/10207/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: Spout Feature Feedback: New Front Page
Group Name: Spout Feedback
Last Post By: drknstormy
Post Date: 6/5/2007 5:13:12 PM
Body: Hey all! We've been working hard over here developing a new front page for your Spouting pleasure. We think it really simplifies the experience and provides an interesting live feed of Spout activity (reviews, rating, lists, etc). This page will be available tomorrow (6.6.07) by the end of the day. Let us know what you think!Cheers!Bill
]]>Tue, 05 Jun 2007 21:13:12 GMTSpout Feature Feedback: New Front PageSpout FeedbackHey all! We've been working hard over here developing a new front page for your Spouting pleasure. We think it really simplifies the experience and provides an interesting live feed of Spout activity (reviews, rating, lists, etc). This page will be available tomorrow (6.6.07) by the end of the day. Let us know what you think!Cheers!Bill 6/5/2007 5:13:12 PMHey all! We've been working hard over here developing a new front page for your Spouting pleasure. We think it really simplifies the experience and provides an interesting live feed of Spout activity (reviews, rating, lists, etc). This page will be available tomorrow (6.6.07) by the end of the day. Let us know what you think!Cheers!Bill Spout Group Post: Coming of age in the 80s http://www.spout.com/groups/Grew_up_in_the_80_s/Coming_of_age_in_the_80s/38/222/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: Coming of age in the 80s
Group Name: Grew up in the 80's
Last Post By: lukasblu
Post Date: 2/7/2006 9:19:19 PM
Body: The "Coming of Age in the 80s" list takes me back like that one song by The Outfield. Is it taking you back too? And have any of you seen Breakin'?
]]>Wed, 08 Feb 2006 02:19:19 GMTComing of age in the 80sGrew up in the 80'sThe "Coming of Age in the 80s" list takes me back like that one song by The Outfield. Is it taking you back too? And have any of you seen Breakin'?2/7/2006 9:19:19 PMThe "Coming of Age in the 80s" list takes me back like that one song by The Outfield. Is it taking you back too? And have any of you seen Breakin'? Spout Group Post: "The Incredible..." or "The amazing doctor..."arghh...was that even it? http://www.spout.com/groups/missing_a_film/_quot_The_Incredible_quot_or_quot_The_amazing/263/6945/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: "The Incredible..." or "The amazing doctor..."arghh...was that even it?
Group Name: missing a film
Last Post By: billhr
Post Date: 4/12/2007 8:01:41 AM
Body: So, I have this incredibly fond memory of being about 4 or 5 (1973 or 1974) and living in Indianapolis, IN. My parents used to watch this TV channel that had some great (and not so great) sci-fi films on it on a regular basis. I think I knew what night they came on, because I would always make sure not to fall asleep that night and then sneak downstairs to watch TV, huddled hidden in the shadows.On one particular night I think I coughed or sneezed and gave away my location. To my surprise, my folks invited me to watch what was on that night...and I have been thinking about this film ever since. This is what I remember:probably came out in the 50's or 60'shad to do with a family or group of people taking a spaceship trip to visit another planeton the planet they met the hospitality of a scientist or doctor?this person had many robot helpers......but we find out that the robots are actually manned by aliens (or would the robots have been aliened?)i seem to remember very bright vivid colors, which is why I'm thinking early technicolori think the title was "The Incredible..." or "The Amazing..." something...but this could be wrong too That's all I remember. Might not have even been movie, could have been a TV show too. But that's what I have.Can anyone help me with this?
]]>Thu, 12 Apr 2007 12:01:41 GMT"The Incredible..." or "The amazing doctor..."arghh...was that even it?missing a filmSo, I have this incredibly fond memory of being about 4 or 5 (1973 or 1974) and living in Indianapolis, IN. My parents used to watch this TV channel that had some great (and not so great) sci-fi films on it on a regular basis. I think I knew what night they came on, because I would always make sure not to fall asleep that night and then sneak downstairs to watch TV, huddled hidden in the shadows.On one particular night I think I coughed or sneezed and gave away my location. To my surprise, my folks invited me to watch what was on that night...and I have been thinking about this film ever since. This is what I remember:probably came out in the 50's or 60'shad to do with a family or group of people taking a spaceship trip to visit another planeton the planet they met the hospitality of a scientist or doctor?this person had many robot helpers......but we find out that the robots are actually manned by aliens (or would the robots have been aliened?)i seem to remember very bright vivid colors, which is why I'm thinking early technicolori think the title was "The Incredible..." or "The Amazing..." something...but this could be wrong too That's all I remember. Might not have even been movie, could have been a TV show too. But that's what I have.Can anyone help me with this? 4/12/2007 8:01:41 AMSo, I have this incredibly fond memory of being about 4 or 5 (1973 or 1974) and living in Indianapolis, IN. My parents used to watch this TV channel that had some great (and not so great) sci-fi films on it on a regular basis. I think I knew what night they came on, because I would always make sure not to fall asleep that night and then sneak downstairs to watch TV, huddled hidden in the shadows.On one particular night I think I coughed or sneezed and gave away my location. To my surprise, my folks invited me to watch what was on that night...and I have been thinking about this film ever since. This is what I remember:probably came out in the 50's or 60'shad to do with a family or group of people taking a spaceship trip to visit another planeton the planet they met the hospitality of a scientist or doctor?this person had many robot helpers......but we find out that the robots are actually manned by aliens (or would the robots have been aliened?)i seem to remember very bright vivid colors, which is why I'm thinking early technicolori think the title was "The Incredible..." or "The Amazing..." something...but this could be wrong too That's all I remember. Might not have even been movie, could have been a TV show too. But that's what I have.Can anyone help me with this? Spout Group Post: Why do so many films end poorly? http://www.spout.com/groups/The_End/Why_do_so_many_films_end_poorly/123/1471/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: Why do so many films end poorly?
Group Name: The End
Last Post By: gothere
Post Date: 6/15/2006 9:09:37 PM
Body: One test of a truly great film is to examine its ending. It's said that the hardest part about painting is knowing when to stop. We all know how most big budget films rely on formulaic storylines and "Hollywood" endings. But even among good films, a promising start looses its value when the film goes nowhere. Too often, they go on too long, meander aimlessly, or just seem unresolved. I don't mean wrapped in a nice little bow, with no questions remaining. I mean where the last five mintues are as compelling as the first – hopefully even more.
]]>Fri, 16 Jun 2006 01:09:37 GMTWhy do so many films end poorly?The EndOne test of a truly great film is to examine its ending. It's said that the hardest part about painting is knowing when to stop. We all know how most big budget films rely on formulaic storylines and "Hollywood" endings. But even among good films, a promising start looses its value when the film goes nowhere. Too often, they go on too long, meander aimlessly, or just seem unresolved. I don't mean wrapped in a nice little bow, with no questions remaining. I mean where the last five mintues are as compelling as the first – hopefully even more.6/15/2006 9:09:37 PMOne test of a truly great film is to examine its ending. It's said that the hardest part about painting is knowing when to stop. We all know how most big budget films rely on formulaic storylines and "Hollywood" endings. But even among good films, a promising start looses its value when the film goes nowhere. Too often, they go on too long, meander aimlessly, or just seem unresolved. I don't mean wrapped in a nice little bow, with no questions remaining. I mean where the last five mintues are as compelling as the first – hopefully even more. Spout Group Post: 2007 Sundance http://www.spout.com/groups/Film_Festivals/2007_Sundance/62/2992/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: 2007 Sundance
Group Name: Film Festivals
Last Post By: Jenn
Post Date: 9/18/2006 12:13:14 PM
Body: anyone going to Sundance?
]]>Mon, 18 Sep 2006 16:13:14 GMT2007 SundanceFilm Festivalsanyone going to Sundance?9/18/2006 12:13:14 PManyone going to Sundance? Spout Group Post: Marilyn Monroe http://www.spout.com/groups/Walk_of_Fame/Marilyn_Monroe/173/2967/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: Marilyn Monroe
Group Name: Walk of Fame
Last Post By: Indie
Post Date: 9/15/2006 4:01:28 PM
Body: There are a lot of movies that stick out in people's minds when they think of Marilyn Monroe, but mine happens to be How to Marry a Millionaire. I really like that film. There is something about seeing Marilyn as a kind of mousey kid with glasses that really tickles me. Everyone is good in that film, but I think that I was most impressed by Marilyn.
]]>Fri, 15 Sep 2006 20:01:28 GMTMarilyn MonroeWalk of Fame There are a lot of movies that stick out in people's minds when they think of Marilyn Monroe, but mine happens to be How to Marry a Millionaire. I really like that film. There is something about seeing Marilyn as a kind of mousey kid with glasses that really tickles me. Everyone is good in that film, but I think that I was most impressed by Marilyn.9/15/2006 4:01:28 PM There are a lot of movies that stick out in people's minds when they think of Marilyn Monroe, but mine happens to be How to Marry a Millionaire. I really like that film. There is something about seeing Marilyn as a kind of mousey kid with glasses that really tickles me. Everyone is good in that film, but I think that I was most impressed by Marilyn. Spout Group Post: What makes a film "great"? http://www.spout.com/groups/A_Great_Film/What_makes_a_film_quot_great_quot/18/87/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: What makes a film "great"?
Group Name: A Great Film
Last Post By: TheFool
Post Date: 12/28/2005 1:41:52 AM
Body: I wonder if a great film happens when the people making it are truly in love with the craft filmmaking. Isn't obvious when a film is made without passion? Can a film be made with a true devotion and passion for the craft and still suck?
]]>Wed, 28 Dec 2005 06:41:52 GMTWhat makes a film "great"?A Great FilmI wonder if a great film happens when the people making it are truly in love with the craft filmmaking. Isn't obvious when a film is made without passion? Can a film be made with a true devotion and passion for the craft and still suck?12/28/2005 1:41:52 AMI wonder if a great film happens when the people making it are truly in love with the craft filmmaking. Isn't obvious when a film is made without passion? Can a film be made with a true devotion and passion for the craft and still suck?