Watchmen

032Devil · 25th September 2008, 21:21

The trailer of this film looks very good.

http://www.apple.com/trailers/wb/watchmen/

The soundtrack by the Smashing Pumpkins looks a winner too. Very good!

dumbo · 25th September 2008, 21:32

The director's a fucking idiot.

That is all.

ERICSAGOD · 25th September 2008, 21:33

Wow, that looks amazing. Thanks for that mate!

032Devil · 25th September 2008, 21:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by dumbo

The director's a fucking idiot.

That is all.

You're appropriately named.

ERICSAGOD · 25th September 2008, 21:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by dumbo

The director's a fucking idiot.

That is all.

Didn't he do ''300'', which I thought was fantastic!

Saints RL MUFC · 25th September 2008, 21:56

The worry I have with the Watchmen is more how the lack of Moore's influence will affect the outcome, similar to how V for Vendetta was inherently spoilt with sly digs at the Septics.

300 worked because Miller wants to be a part of his movies (like Sin City). Moore distances himself from movies of his work.

From what I have seen, the Watchmen will make me come, everywhere. But part of me remains sceptical.

olesmyhero · 25th September 2008, 22:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saints RL MUFC

The worry I have with the Watchmen is more how the lack of Moore's influence will affect the outcome, similar to how V for Vendetta was inherently spoilt with sly digs at the Septics.

300 worked because Miller wants to be a part of his movies (like Sin City). Moore distances himself from movies of his work.

From what I have seen, the Watchmen will make me come, everywhere. But part of me remains sceptical.

So Watchmen could leave you with blue balls?

ecantona7 · 25th September 2008, 22:14

I'm midway through the comic book, love it so far.

Saints RL MUFC · 25th September 2008, 22:16

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Originally Posted by olesmyhero

So Watchmen could leave you with blue balls?

If it is as good as it looks, and follows the graphic novel, people won't be able to see the screen for my love juices squirting all over it.

Saints RL MUFC · 25th September 2008, 22:16

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Originally Posted by ecantona7

I'm midway through the comic book, love it so far.

NO!

It is a graphic novel. The Beano was a comic.

Alex · 25th September 2008, 22:17

I hope it's more Sin City, than 300, all indications are that it is

olesmyhero · 25th September 2008, 22:18

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Originally Posted by Saints RL MUFC

If it is as good as it looks, and follows the graphic novel, people won't be able to see the screen for my love juices squirting all over it.

Avoid seeing it in Kansas City then please.

ecantona7 · 25th September 2008, 22:20

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Originally Posted by Saints RL MUFC

NO!

It is a graphic novel. The Beano was a comic.

who cares what it's called, it's a good read so far

Jiggs'Hamstring · 26th September 2008, 11:11

It is a really amazing graphic novel (nothing wrong with calling it a comic in my book), and I don't normally go for superhero-based stuff, apart from Marvels and the odd bit of Batman.

Garethw · 26th September 2008, 17:18

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Originally Posted by 032Devil

The trailer of this film looks very good.

http://www.apple.com/trailers/wb/watchmen/

The soundtrack by the Smashing Pumpkins looks a winner too. Very good!

Its called the end is the beginning is the end, or something, and it was originally part of the Batman and Robin soundtrack in 1997.

Wonder Pigeon · 14th November 2008, 19:43

http://movies.yahoo.com/feature/watc...ml?showVideo=1 new trailer.

101 · 14th November 2008, 19:50

Looking good. Might get the graphic novel from eBay.

Wonder Pigeon · 14th November 2008, 19:55

You definately should.

It's not the only comic book on the list of the 100 greatest books ever for nothing.

brad-dyrak · 14th November 2008, 20:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wonder Pigeon

You definately should.

It's not the only comic book on the list of the 100 greatest books ever for nothing.

What he said.

Pronewbie · 15th November 2008, 05:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wonder Pigeon

You definately should.

It's not the only comic book on the list of the 100 greatest books ever for nothing.

Graphic Novel.

Wonder Pigeon · 15th November 2008, 09:04

Comic, graphic. Book, novel.

Alex · 15th November 2008, 09:12

Got it for my bday, the gnovel that is. Gonna read it when I am less drunk in a day or two

cesc's_mullet · 15th November 2008, 10:01

READ IT!

It's absolutely fantastic, you'll love it lads. So dark and just all round awesome.

Any news on the troubles surrounding the production of the movie?

cesc's_mullet · 15th November 2008, 10:04

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wonder Pigeon

http://movies.yahoo.com/feature/watc...ml?showVideo=1 new trailer.

shivers + cum in pants

The_Red_Hope · 15th November 2008, 10:04

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Originally Posted by cesc's_mullet

READ IT!

It's absolutely fantastic, you'll love it lads. So dark and just all round awesome.

Any news on the troubles surrounding the production of the movie?

What troubles surrounding production ? Hadn't heard anything about it ...

cesc's_mullet · 15th November 2008, 10:06

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Originally Posted by The_Red_Hope

What troubles surrounding production ? Hadn't heard anything about it ...

Hrm, I read somewhere that there was some trouble with the producers or something, and someone had taken them to court because they owned the rights or something like that.

Could have my wires crossed on the exacts there, but I'm sure there was some trouble surrounding the production of the movie. At least that's what I'd read.

dumbo · 15th November 2008, 12:05

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Originally Posted by cesc's_mullet

Hrm, I read somewhere that there was some trouble with the producers or something, and someone had taken them to court because they owned the rights or something like that.

Fox claim to own distribution.

But the real production problem is that having been passed from Terry Gilliam to Paul Greengrass, it's now fumbled to Hack Snyder and he's running like Forrest Gump for the line in super slow-mo, accompanied by awsome rock music and cool violence. He's an auteur don't you know.

101 · 22nd December 2008, 14:05

My copy of the novel came in the post this morning. Going to start reading it now!

Wonder Pigeon · 22nd December 2008, 15:54

Heard that the script was leaked and that they changed the ending, with Rorschach living and Ozymandias using Dr. Manhattan's power somehow to cause nuclear explosions instead of creating the alien thing. Very unhappy if that's true.

The_Red_Hope · 23rd December 2008, 04:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wonder Pigeon

Heard that the script was leaked and that they changed the ending, with Rorschach living and Ozymandias using Dr. Manhattan's power somehow to cause nuclear explosions instead of creating the alien thing. Very unhappy if that's true.

The ending has definitely changed. There is definitely no chance of the alien-in-new-york ending. Zack Snyder confirmed that at Comic Con a while back because the studios were not willing to take the risk of shooting that particular end. Hadn't heard about the Rorschach-living thing though, that would just be plain silly and go against the very essence of the novel.

The_Red_Hope · 23rd December 2008, 04:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by 101

My copy of the novel came in the post this morning. Going to start reading it now!

Enjoy it man !! Its as good as they come.

Wonder Pigeon · 23rd December 2008, 10:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by The_Red_Hope

The ending has definitely changed. There is definitely no chance of the alien-in-new-york ending. Zack Snyder confirmed that at Comic Con a while back because the studios were not willing to take the risk of shooting that particular end. Hadn't heard about the Rorschach-living thing though, that would just be plain silly and go against the very essence of the novel.

I knew I was wrong to trust Zack Snyder.

The_Red_Hope · 24th December 2008, 04:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wonder Pigeon

I knew I was wrong to trust Zack Snyder.

Well, in his defense it seems that he did everything he could to convince the producers who just didn't budge ... but they did let him have his way with every other aspect of the movie and judging from the trailers he's done what looks like a pretty good job. He also said that the ending though altered maintains the essence of the book. Only time will tell.

101 · 24th December 2008, 13:42

Finished! What a read! And from the trailers, a lot of the scenes look very close to the graphics in the novel. The change to the ending displeases me.

Twigginater · 25th December 2008, 20:21

The change to the ending completely ruins the "Who watches the Watchmen" feel of the book. How stupid.

The_Red_Hope · 1st February 2012, 16:54

Ok, fellow Watchmen nerds, DC has announced prequel mini series to the Watchmen. Origin stories of the characters ..... but all this without Alan Moore. I'm so conflicted, not sure whether I'm excited or not.

Watchmen prequels: Full list unveiled - Comic Riffs - The Washington Post

Sir Matt · 1st February 2012, 17:22

Fail...

Wonder Pigeon · 1st February 2012, 18:49

Most of the writers and artists involved, like Cooke, Connor and Azzarello, are really talented, so I'm willing to wait and see.

Plus, Moore can talk about leaving the characters alone etc, but it's a bit rich when you consider Watchmen was originally supposed to be about pre-existing characters from Charlton Comics like Blue Beetle and The Question, and when you consider his work on League of Extraordinary Gentlemen and Lost Girls.

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25th September 2008, 21:32	#2 (permalink)
dumbo Reserve Team Player Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 3,313	The director's a fucking idiot. That is all.

25th September 2008, 21:33	#3 (permalink)
ERICSAGOD Grumpy Old Git Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Mrs Slocombe's Pussy Posts: 5,729	Wow, that looks amazing. Thanks for that mate!

25th September 2008, 21:56	#6 (permalink)
Saints RL MUFC Reserve Team Player Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Leyland Posts: 3,065	The worry I have with the Watchmen is more how the lack of Moore's influence will affect the outcome, similar to how V for Vendetta was inherently spoilt with sly digs at the Septics. 300 worked because Miller wants to be a part of his movies (like Sin City). Moore distances himself from movies of his work. From what I have seen, the Watchmen will make me come, everywhere. But part of me remains sceptical.

25th September 2008, 22:14	#8 (permalink)
ecantona7 First Team Regular Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Whatever happens, there are always things you could have done better. You score two goals and you usually feel you could have done better.You score two goals and you usually feel you could have scored a third. That's what makes you progress in life. Posts: 10,110	I'm midway through the comic book, love it so far.

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Alex Banned Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: ____ Posts: 42,275	I hope it's more Sin City, than 300, all indications are that it is

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Jiggs'Hamstring Reserve Team Player Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: right up next to Sky Valley Posts: 1,730	It is a really amazing graphic novel (nothing wrong with calling it a comic in my book), and I don't normally go for superhero-based stuff, apart from Marvels and the odd bit of Batman.

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Wonder Pigeon 'Shelbourne FC Supporter' Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Forza Shelbourne Posts: 17,202	http://movies.yahoo.com/feature/watc...ml?showVideo=1 new trailer.

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101 Damnations Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Somewhere between a rock and a hard place. Posts: 7,613	Looking good. Might get the graphic novel from eBay.

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Wonder Pigeon 'Shelbourne FC Supporter' Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Forza Shelbourne Posts: 17,202	You definately should. It's not the only comic book on the list of the 100 greatest books ever for nothing.

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Wonder Pigeon 'Shelbourne FC Supporter' Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Forza Shelbourne Posts: 17,202	Comic, graphic. Book, novel.

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Alex Banned Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: ____ Posts: 42,275	Got it for my bday, the gnovel that is. Gonna read it when I am less drunk in a day or two

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cesc's_mullet Get a haircut Hippy! Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: ONE SONG! we've only got one song... we've only got one song Posts: 18,473	READ IT! It's absolutely fantastic, you'll love it lads. So dark and just all round awesome. Any news on the troubles surrounding the production of the movie?

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101 Damnations Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Somewhere between a rock and a hard place. Posts: 7,613	My copy of the novel came in the post this morning. Going to start reading it now!

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Wonder Pigeon 'Shelbourne FC Supporter' Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Forza Shelbourne Posts: 17,202	Heard that the script was leaked and that they changed the ending, with Rorschach living and Ozymandias using Dr. Manhattan's power somehow to cause nuclear explosions instead of creating the alien thing. Very unhappy if that's true.

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101 Damnations Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Somewhere between a rock and a hard place. Posts: 7,613	Finished! What a read! And from the trailers, a lot of the scenes look very close to the graphics in the novel. The change to the ending displeases me.

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Twigginater WUM Alert! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Obertans #1 fan. Posts: 5,584	The change to the ending completely ruins the "Who watches the Watchmen" feel of the book. How stupid.

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The_Red_Hope Reserve Team Player Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 2,439	Ok, fellow Watchmen nerds, DC has announced prequel mini series to the Watchmen. Origin stories of the characters ..... but all this without Alan Moore. I'm so conflicted, not sure whether I'm excited or not. Watchmen prequels: Full list unveiled - Comic Riffs - The Washington Post

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Sir Matt First Team Sub Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: LUHG Posts: 9,289	Fail...

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Wonder Pigeon 'Shelbourne FC Supporter' Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Forza Shelbourne Posts: 17,202	Most of the writers and artists involved, like Cooke, Connor and Azzarello, are really talented, so I'm willing to wait and see. Plus, Moore can talk about leaving the characters alone etc, but it's a bit rich when you consider Watchmen was originally supposed to be about pre-existing characters from Charlton Comics like Blue Beetle and The Question, and when you consider his work on League of Extraordinary Gentlemen and Lost Girls.