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Group Name: British Invasion
Last Post By: JimBell
Post Date: 4/3/2007 7:48:08 AM
Body: Here's an easy question just to get some activity going in this group for a change - and sorry about that, but I haven't seen much released lately in the States lately, and I haven't been able to watch many movies in general lately (hence my lack of activity) so we have to look back: what's your favorite British or Britain-inspired film? It can be anything so long as the accent's included, hee hee.I'd say my two favorites are two of my honestly favorite movies of all time: Bridget Jones' Diary (ok, so Renee Zellweger is from Texas, but you don't even notice, most of the time) and Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Are they cliche? Maybe, but I watch and quote these repeatedly. I've got loads of others, but these jump to mind. Though I've kind of stopped identifying them as "British" only because I really have seen them so much and so often. Plus, I identify with good ole Bridge, and while I don't identify with the crazy English k-nig-its of Holy Grail, I quote it in conversation quite a bit. You'd be amazed at how many uses there are for lines from this movie.Anyways, discuss your favorites here!
]]>Tue, 03 Apr 2007 11:48:08 GMTFavoritesBritish InvasionHere's an easy question just to get some activity going in this group for a change - and sorry about that, but I haven't seen much released lately in the States lately, and I haven't been able to watch many movies in general lately (hence my lack of activity) so we have to look back: what's your favorite British or Britain-inspired film? It can be anything so long as the accent's included, hee hee.I'd say my two favorites are two of my honestly favorite movies of all time: Bridget Jones' Diary (ok, so Renee Zellweger is from Texas, but you don't even notice, most of the time) and Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Are they cliche? Maybe, but I watch and quote these repeatedly. I've got loads of others, but these jump to mind. Though I've kind of stopped identifying them as "British" only because I really have seen them so much and so often. Plus, I identify with good ole Bridge, and while I don't identify with the crazy English k-nig-its of Holy Grail, I quote it in conversation quite a bit. You'd be amazed at how many uses there are for lines from this movie.Anyways, discuss your favorites here!4/3/2007 7:48:08 AMHere's an easy question just to get some activity going in this group for a change - and sorry about that, but I haven't seen much released lately in the States lately, and I haven't been able to watch many movies in general lately (hence my lack of activity) so we have to look back: what's your favorite British or Britain-inspired film? It can be anything so long as the accent's included, hee hee.I'd say my two favorites are two of my honestly favorite movies of all time: Bridget Jones' Diary (ok, so Renee Zellweger is from Texas, but you don't even notice, most of the time) and Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Are they cliche? Maybe, but I watch and quote these repeatedly. I've got loads of others, but these jump to mind. Though I've kind of stopped identifying them as "British" only because I really have seen them so much and so often. Plus, I identify with good ole Bridge, and while I don't identify with the crazy English k-nig-its of Holy Grail, I quote it in conversation quite a bit. You'd be amazed at how many uses there are for lines from this movie.Anyways, discuss your favorites here! http://www.spout.com/groups/British_Invasion/Guy_Ritchie/188/37089/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: Guy Ritchie
Group Name: British Invasion
Last Post By: pippin06
Post Date: 11/7/2008 8:00:16 PM
Body: So, what are everyone's thoughts on Guy Ritchie movies? I get the feeling they're a lot better recieved (although I don't think they've ever been terribly well acclaimed) in the states than they are in Britain, based on the endless rantings of the BBC's outspoken movie critic, Mark Kermode. I personally thought "Snatch" was a pretty dull piece of work, but had its moments. What about everyone else? Anyone dying to see "RockNRolla?" ( I have to admit I'm a little intrigued.)
]]>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 01:00:16 GMTGuy RitchieBritish InvasionSo, what are everyone's thoughts on Guy Ritchie movies? I get the feeling they're a lot better recieved (although I don't think they've ever been terribly well acclaimed) in the states than they are in Britain, based on the endless rantings of the BBC's outspoken movie critic, Mark Kermode. I personally thought "Snatch" was a pretty dull piece of work, but had its moments. What about everyone else? Anyone dying to see "RockNRolla?" ( I have to admit I'm a little intrigued.)11/7/2008 8:00:16 PMSo, what are everyone's thoughts on Guy Ritchie movies? I get the feeling they're a lot better recieved (although I don't think they've ever been terribly well acclaimed) in the states than they are in Britain, based on the endless rantings of the BBC's outspoken movie critic, Mark Kermode. I personally thought "Snatch" was a pretty dull piece of work, but had its moments. What about everyone else? Anyone dying to see "RockNRolla?" ( I have to admit I'm a little intrigued.) http://www.spout.com/groups/British_Invasion/Why/188/3331/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: Why?
Group Name: British Invasion
Last Post By: joem18b
Post Date: 10/20/2006 11:45:39 AM
Body: Hello all. I don't know how people feel about this little group I've started. I've watched groups of different geographical and national origins sprout up on Spout and was looking at a few profiles and decided that I really wanted to express my appreciation for films from "across the pond." A great many British films are introduced through Hollywood distribution companies, and a great many are not. Yet, British films are unique because, despite some views I've heard, British culture is separate from American culture. Just ask Terry Gilliam and Madonna... So, why am I interested and starting this group? One side of my family is English, the other side has some Scottish and Irish, and I've always theorized that I am genetically prone to appreciating things from the UK. All of my pop culture favorites have roots from over there. I love the Beatles, Led Zeppelin, U2 (I know they're Irish, but I'm making a point), and the Who; Lewis, Carroll, Tolkien, and Rowling (yes, she can be included in that company); Bridget Jones, Monty Python, and Mr. Bean; Shakespeare, Bronte, Austen, and so many others; I watch BBC America and enjoy it, and so on. I've even traveled to England and can't wait to get back and see more, and include Scotland, Wales, and Ireland in the process. And how do I get my fixes for some of this stuff? Watching films! If you're like me, whether you are a proud person living in the UK or a Yank yearning for the culture, or abroad with a similar yen, please request membership. Or, at least say hello.
]]>Fri, 20 Oct 2006 15:45:39 GMTWhy?British InvasionHello all. I don't know how people feel about this little group I've started. I've watched groups of different geographical and national origins sprout up on Spout and was looking at a few profiles and decided that I really wanted to express my appreciation for films from "across the pond." A great many British films are introduced through Hollywood distribution companies, and a great many are not. Yet, British films are unique because, despite some views I've heard, British culture is separate from American culture. Just ask Terry Gilliam and Madonna... So, why am I interested and starting this group? One side of my family is English, the other side has some Scottish and Irish, and I've always theorized that I am genetically prone to appreciating things from the UK. All of my pop culture favorites have roots from over there. I love the Beatles, Led Zeppelin, U2 (I know they're Irish, but I'm making a point), and the Who; Lewis, Carroll, Tolkien, and Rowling (yes, she can be included in that company); Bridget Jones, Monty Python, and Mr. Bean; Shakespeare, Bronte, Austen, and so many others; I watch BBC America and enjoy it, and so on. I've even traveled to England and can't wait to get back and see more, and include Scotland, Wales, and Ireland in the process. And how do I get my fixes for some of this stuff? Watching films! If you're like me, whether you are a proud person living in the UK or a Yank yearning for the culture, or abroad with a similar yen, please request membership. Or, at least say hello.10/20/2006 11:45:39 AMHello all. I don't know how people feel about this little group I've started. I've watched groups of different geographical and national origins sprout up on Spout and was looking at a few profiles and decided that I really wanted to express my appreciation for films from "across the pond." A great many British films are introduced through Hollywood distribution companies, and a great many are not. Yet, British films are unique because, despite some views I've heard, British culture is separate from American culture. Just ask Terry Gilliam and Madonna... So, why am I interested and starting this group? One side of my family is English, the other side has some Scottish and Irish, and I've always theorized that I am genetically prone to appreciating things from the UK. All of my pop culture favorites have roots from over there. I love the Beatles, Led Zeppelin, U2 (I know they're Irish, but I'm making a point), and the Who; Lewis, Carroll, Tolkien, and Rowling (yes, she can be included in that company); Bridget Jones, Monty Python, and Mr. Bean; Shakespeare, Bronte, Austen, and so many others; I watch BBC America and enjoy it, and so on. I've even traveled to England and can't wait to get back and see more, and include Scotland, Wales, and Ireland in the process. And how do I get my fixes for some of this stuff? Watching films! If you're like me, whether you are a proud person living in the UK or a Yank yearning for the culture, or abroad with a similar yen, please request membership. Or, at least say hello. http://www.spout.com/groups/British_Invasion/Anyone_Know/188/6673/1/ShowPost.aspxPost Subject: Anyone Know...?
Group Name: British Invasion
Last Post By: El_Aaron
Post Date: 4/3/2007 7:40:38 AM
Body: ...of any new British-made or inspired films on the horizon? I mean, other than Harry Potter? Talk about them here!
]]>Tue, 03 Apr 2007 11:40:38 GMTAnyone Know...?British Invasion...of any new British-made or inspired films on the horizon? I mean, other than Harry Potter? Talk about them here!4/3/2007 7:40:38 AM...of any new British-made or inspired films on the horizon? I mean, other than Harry Potter? Talk about them here!