Sherlock Holmes

[caz]

Jan 6, 2010 2:48:06 GMT 8 Jonathan said:

I haven´t seen Sherlock Holmes yet The film arrived to Mexican cinemas last January 1st but I am ill so I will wait a few days more before go to the cinema

I hope you feel better soon and enjoy the film! I did.

[Jonathan]

Jan 6, 2010 5:47:05 GMT 8 caz said:

Jan 6, 2010 2:48:06 GMT 8 Jonathan said:

I haven´t seen Sherlock Holmes yet The film arrived to Mexican cinemas last January 1st but I am ill so I will wait a few days more before go to the cinema

I hope you feel better soon and enjoy the film! I did.

Thanks Caz! I hope to see the movie next week ;D I have read a lot of of it and reviews are divided but I think it is a movie for having fun so I will enjoy it for sure

[cat]

I went to see SH today. What can I say that hasn't already been said about this film in this thread. The plot jumps and twists that I did lose interest about half way through. Not the best thing I've seen Hans in, but it's enjoyable enough I guess!

[lolly]

Oh really, I don't think I will be able to see this at the cinema I hope it won't be long till it's out on dvd I was really looking forward to seeing the film but the reviews don't seem to be that good.

[lynette]

In the section "Videa" (Videos) is "Film o filmu" (Movie about movie):
www.csfd.cz/film/242855-sherlock-holmes/videa/

But I feel that the same thing you find on YT...

[Virgil Reality]

Just reposting the quote with which I started this thread

'Sherlock Holmes' Script Is Escapist 'Pirates' Adventure Meets Hilarious 'CSI' 1.0
10/16/2008

We just finished the Mike-Johnson-written script of "Sherlock Holmes" that's currently being shot by Guy Ritchie in London. At best it's fun, harmless romp through the Holmes mythos, revitalized for audiences assimilated with the 'Bourne'-style, action, smarts and authenticity vibe. At worst its "Pirates of the Caribbean" set in Scotland yard - mindless, escapist entertainment that's trite and hokey.

But the 'Bourne'-angle is how they draw you in. 'Sherlock 2000' (what we like to sardonically call it) is no more realistic than say 'Indiana Jones 3' (its not quite as ridic as 'Indy 4') and from we get from the script, we shouldn't expect anything much more than a fun PG-13-ish summer popcorn flick with a smidgen of edge unless Ritchie can really dig into this thing, but there's not a ton of depth to mine.

They promised action-adventure, so with that in mind, the writer has succeeded, but there would have to be a miracle for this thing to land even anywhere near the shoehorn of the Indiana Jones classic films or even "Romancing The Stone" (which granted, if it came out today, it'd be laughed out the door).

One can't help but hearken back to Catherine Zeta Jones' "Zorro," or the three's-a-crowd dynamic of the 'Pirates' series (which obviously isn't at all new).

Like Johnny Depp in 'Pirates,' Robert Downey Jr. will probably make watching Holmes a lot of fun (for the first episode, err, franchise installment anyhow). The new Sherlock is a curious fellow who's not so stiff as past incarnation. He loves to get soused, to box in underground clubs for free and more than anything lives to to detect and do his job. The writer posit him as an aimless man who only comes alive when there's a serious riddle, challenge or villain to solve/tackle (and of course all three the better).

A old school cross between Batman and CSI (version 1.0) Holmes is almost MacGyver like in his seemingly impossible (and amusing) makeshift levels of deduction (Scratches on his door frame? He's an alcoholic cause he can't fit the key in the door soberly!)

His method of true detecting meditation - when it really counts! - is unintentionally hilarious. He squawks away on a violin, parsing his mind rapidly through the labyrinth of clues and possibilities and as he gets closer to solving the dilemma, the cacophonous music begins to subside and become smoother and listenable - of course it does, he's almost figured the complex riddle out! He knows where the bad guy is. Elementary my dear Watson!

Watson 2000 (to be played by Jude Law) on the other hand wants out of the game, he's getting engaged and wants to free himself from the detecting racket despite the excellent asset he is. This friction between the two friends is a dynamic that vacillates back and forth, but you can surely figure out where it goes as its arc is all too predictable and even eye-rolling at times.

The semi-invented character of Irene Adler (Rachel McAdams; her character was only in one of the many Holmes stories) is basically a thorn-in-the-side script device. A rival of Holmes, their flirtatious relationship is a love/hate one and in this story its not immediately clear who's side she's on. The uber-crafty character is both ally and out for herself, but she's also a love interest... of course.

Finally, Mark Strong villain is pure comic-book evil. An occult leader and a seemingly super-human badguy. One dimensional or not the viciousness ("bad-assness" to geeks) of his character will surely appeal to less discerning audiences.

A lot of action adventure films have a hokey, whoa-what's-going-on! corny thrill ride vibe to them (we can't help but going back to 'Pirates') and "Sherlock Holmes" is no exception. The story is meant to begat a Mcfranchise (and look for a famous villain cameo near the end) and that means asses-in-seats and nothing too wild or edgy. Let's bring in the whole family and entertain them. So perhaps it's nothing more than it aims to be: a tentpole vehicle for next summer which is fair enough, we suppose, but even "Iron Man," proved you could make a smart and enjoyable popcorn flick, but on the page, there's not much here to suggest that kind of quality, spark or vitality (let's not even go there with 'Bourne', it can't hope to compare with even the worst of any three).

So a fresh new take on the series? We suppose. But make this new batch, extra large and don't hold back with the butter, please. Oh and nachos while we're at it too.

Seems a pretty good summing up if you ask me.

And some info about the musicians in SH

watertower-music.com/sherlockholmes/musicians/

[jenny]

Jan 15, 2010 6:08:26 GMT 8 jenny said:

A masonic ceremnony with a twist. The real Masons are a philanthropic order comprising stalwarts of the establishment.

I just finished Dan Brown's book "The Lost Symbol" It was a typical Dan Brown book...a good yarn, but as usual he does embellish on the Masonic rituals and pretty much everything else. It did give me a better understanding of Freemasonry and it's history and some insight into the reasons for their "secrecy." It was fun to read!

[Gg]

And the golden globe went to... Robert Downey Jr!!!

[lynette]

I congratulate him on success!

[Laura2102]

That's so great. I saw it on here and then naturally had a Facebook post from my friend who is as obsessed with RDJ as I am with Hans. He deserves it.

[cat]

Congrats to Mr Downey Jr on getting a golden globe. As for the SH film, I'm trying to decide on whether to go & see it again. I might be less critical & enjoy it alot more if I watch it for a 2nd time!

[Laura2102]

I was considering going to see SH again but I didn't really enjoy it all that much the first time. And as much as it is great to see Hans on the big screen I just don't think I could happily spend another £7. Although saying that I will naturally buy the DVD when it comes out!

[Gg]

It's not the same of course -- you can skip to the scenes in a DVD. More economic both financially and temporally I suspect!

[Laura2102]

Of course! Seeing as I would skip the first half of the movie and pick up from where oh what's his name Lord Coward arrives!

[Virgil Reality]

DVD and Blu ray - March 30

Details here

www.thehdroom.com/news/Warner_Offers_Sherlock_Holmes_Blu-ray_Details/6265