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Post by Nora on Jan 31, 2021 23:49:35 GMT
Just found the One Robin Williams movie I have not seen yet - Worlds Greatest Dad, watching it now and man, do I “miss” this man. Its crazy I know, since I didnt know him in person, but he was such a big part of my childhood and he is So incredibly personable on screen.
The world could use more Robin Williams. It actually emotionally affects me knowing he is not around anymore when I think about it. Anybody can relate?
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Post by marianne48 on Jan 31, 2021 23:57:48 GMT
Not a big Robin Williams fan, but I think Worldś Greatest Dad is one of his better films...very twisted.
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Post by novastar6 on Feb 1, 2021 0:06:41 GMT
Never even heard of the movie, but I definitely agree. I remember the day he died, it was a red breaking news banner on top of MSN and I just walked into the kitchen in shock and told my mom and brother, it was surreal. I couldn't imagine the world without him.
It was the same thing when Michael Jackson died, when that happened it just felt like the world had turned cold and dark overnight.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2021 0:07:12 GMT
Just found the One Robin Williams movie I have not seen yet - Worlds Greatest Dad, watching it now and man, do I “miss” this man. Its crazy I know, since I didnt know him in person, but he was such a big part of my childhood and he is So incredibly personable on screen. The world could use more Robin Williams. It actually emotionally affects me knowing he is not around anymore when I think about it. Anybody can relate? To be honest with you, I always found him annoying as hell. My worst nightmare would be to play out No Exit with him and Pauly Shore. But as contradictory as it may sound, I did respect the guy a lot as well. He wasn't ever my tempo but he lit up a lot of peoples' lives and seemed to be a genuinely good dude. So I can understand your sentiment even if I can't relate to it.
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Post by gw on Feb 1, 2021 0:10:07 GMT
I didn't care for his standup comedy, but he was a good actor and I wish he were still alive.
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Post by Nora on Feb 1, 2021 0:18:47 GMT
Never even heard of the movie, but I definitely agree. I remember the day he died, it was a red breaking news banner on top of MSN and I just walked into the kitchen in shock and told my mom and brother, it was surreal. I couldn't imagine the world without him. It was the same thing when Michael Jackson died, when that happened it just felt like the world had turned cold and dark overnight. oh then u r in for a treat. its a really good black comedy, with very Robin Williamsy atmosphere of love and tenderness and vulnerability plus some twisted humor. |
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Post by Nora on Feb 1, 2021 0:22:49 GMT
Just found the One Robin Williams movie I have not seen yet - Worlds Greatest Dad, watching it now and man, do I “miss” this man. Its crazy I know, since I didnt know him in person, but he was such a big part of my childhood and he is So incredibly personable on screen. The world could use more Robin Williams. It actually emotionally affects me knowing he is not around anymore when I think about it. Anybody can relate? To be honest with you, I always found him annoying as hell. My worst nightmare would be to play out No Exit with him and Pauly Shore. But as contradictory as it may sound, I did respect the guy a lot as well. He wasn't ever my tempo but he lit up a lot of peoples' lives and seemed to be a genuinely good dude. So I can understand your sentiment even if I can't relate to it. you dont like Any of his movies? No Mrs Doubtfire no Deat Poets Society no Night at the Museum no Good Will Hunting, really none? Yes he made so many people happy. I had a (stand up) set the day after he died and was changing my bit because it had referenced suicide and as I was watching the people go before me, all the comics were so incredibly affected, really everybody, that in the end it was really just an evening of talking about favorite memories of Robin Williams. It was really powerful and emotional to see. It was the only time I saw all the comics as well as audiance react in unison for the entire evening. And yes thats the feeling I got as well; that he was a genuinly good dude. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2021 0:27:35 GMT
To be honest with you, I always found him annoying as hell. My worst nightmare would be to play out No Exit with him and Pauly Shore. But as contradictory as it may sound, I did respect the guy a lot as well. He wasn't ever my tempo but he lit up a lot of peoples' lives and seemed to be a genuinely good dude. So I can understand your sentiment even if I can't relate to it. you dont like Any of his movies? No Mrs Doubtfire no Deat Poets Society no Night at the Museum no Good Will Hunting, really none? Yes he made so many people happy. I had a (stand up) set the day after he died and was changing my bit because it had referenced suicide and as I was watching the people go before me, all the comics were so incredibly affected, really everybody, that in the end it was really just an evening of talking about favorite memories of Robin Williams. It was really powerful and emotional to see. It was the only time I saw all the comics as well as audiance react in unison for the entire evening. No, I wouldn't say I don't like any of his movies. Good Morning Vietnam is probably the first I saw as a lad and I have fond memories of it (despite the subject matter), I think Hook is criminally underrated, I think he's excellent in One Hour Photo, and I could go on. He simply overwhelmed me with all his other appearances where he was going full Robin Williams-- in film, TV, and just the talk show circuit-- and that is always what I will associate with him and I just find that style of humor incredibly grating. That might come off as damnation when it comes to a comedian but there it is. With respect, though, I'm in the minority there. So you can mostly disregard it.
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Post by Nora on Feb 1, 2021 0:32:38 GMT
I love his stand up and him in straight acting roles, but I’m not a big fan of his comedies. He tended to overact in these parts. He is great in Mrs Doubtfire...probably his best restrained comedy work. what about Hook? I ADORED williams as Peter Pan... |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2021 0:49:37 GMT
what about Hook? I ADORED williams as Peter Pan... Now there’s an example of a rotten Robin Williams comedy. Sorry, if you love it. We all have our pug-uglies that we cherish. Nah, I'll spar with you over this one, Paul. Hook is a gem.
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Post by Prime etc. on Feb 1, 2021 0:55:13 GMT
I think he was hilarious in his Carson appearances.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2021 0:58:02 GMT
Nah, I'll spar with you over this one, Paul. Hook is a gem. To each his own. Oh sure. Yeah, well, I guess I can't argue that. *stuffs 300 page thesis explaining why Hook is a great film back into waistband*
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Post by Nora on Feb 1, 2021 1:17:53 GMT
Oh sure. Yeah, well, I guess I can't argue that. *stuffs 300 page thesis explaining why Hook is a great film back into waistband* hit me with the top 3 arguments  |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2021 1:40:22 GMT
Oh sure. Yeah, well, I guess I can't argue that. *stuffs 300 page thesis explaining why Hook is a great film back into waistband* hit me with the top 3 arguments Top three, alright. Rapid fire. 1.) Dustin Hoffman's performance. Made the film. I dare anyone to argue that it was anything other than extremely entertaining. 2.) It's a film that gets better as you age. As a kid, it's a bit too dire in tone in spots and frustrating that Peter Pan won't be Peter Pan again. As an adult, you understand why he can't believe in all the Neverland nonsense-- reality has crushed his soul-- and it's extremely cathartic when he finally lets go, finds his happy place, and becomes like a kid again. It's like Scrooge coming around after the three ghosts visited him. 3.) This might be an extension of the second point but it's interesting to see Peter Pan's arc being one of a workaholic learning to appreciate his family because young Peter Pan was kind of a capricious, loveless douche who just wanted to make a name for himself and would often disregard the feelings of others, even close friends, because he was completely self-absorbed. Much as many workaholics are. It's debatable, but originally he couldn't even touch anybody, if that's a symbolic enough red flag. I think this paints Peter Pan in a more mature light where he's grown and does eventually learn to think outside himself. That's a good wrap-up for the character.
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Post by rachelcarson1953 on Feb 1, 2021 1:56:18 GMT
"Scuse me, why has no one mentioned "The Bird Cage"(1996)? my all-time favorite! Added bonus; Gene Hackman in drag!
"Mrs. Doubtfire" (1993)
"Good Morning, Vietnam" (1987), "Dead Poets Society" (1989), and "The Fisher King" (1991)
And I loved "Mork and Mindy".
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Post by Nora on Feb 1, 2021 2:03:32 GMT
"Scuse me, why has no one mentioned "The Bird Cage"(1996)? my all-time favorite! Added bonus; Gene Hackman in drag! "Mrs. Doubtfire" (1993) "Good Morning, Vietnam" (1987), "Dead Poets Society" (1989), and "The Fisher King" (1991) And I loved "Mork and Mindy". You are right. What an unsightly omission on my part. That movie made my teen years so much better. I must have seen it like 30 times at least during a few years. He is really wonderful in it.
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Post by Nora on Feb 1, 2021 2:06:01 GMT
hit me with the top 3 arguments Top three, alright. Rapid fire. 1.) Dustin Hoffman's performance. Made the film. I dare anyone to argue that it was anything other than extremely entertaining. 2.) It's a film that gets better as you age. As a kid, it's a bit too dire in tone in spots and frustrating that Peter Pan won't be Peter Pan again. As an adult, you understand why he can't believe in all the Neverland nonsense-- reality has crushed his soul-- and it's extremely cathartic when he finally lets go, finds his happy place, and becomes like a kid again. It's like Scrooge coming around after the three ghosts visited him. 3.) This might be an extension of the second point but it's interesting to see Peter Pan's arc being one of a workaholic learning to appreciate his family because young Peter Pan was kind of a capricious, loveless douche who just wanted to make a name for himself and would often disregard the feelings of others, even close friends, because he was completely self-absorbed. Much as many workaholics are. It's debatable, but originally he couldn't even touch anybody, if that's a symbolic enough red flag. I think this paints Peter Pan in a more mature light where he's grown and does eventually learn to think outside himself. That's a good wrap-up for the character. Completely agree on all 3 but especially on point 2 and 3. I liked it a lot when I was a kid, but I LOVE it now. It's so relatable on so many different levels and it has so many layers. And he did such a great job portraying all those layers/shades of that one character. to this day I dont understand why there seems to be so many people who dont like this wonderful and highly entertaining movie. It has heart, it has humor, it has love, it has understanding, it has empathy, it has spark, it has magic, it has it ALL.
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Post by hilda on Feb 1, 2021 2:14:03 GMT
I liked his comedy to some extent. He died a few days before my birthday.
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