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Re: Blade Runner Police Spinner
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Fri, 21 Feb 2003 03:32:20 GMT
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In lugnet.space, John Henry Kruer writes:
> In lugnet.space, Allan Bedford writes:
> > Couldn't agree more. This film should be must viewing for any science
> > fiction fans. Be forewared... it's very dark. Much more subdued and
> > introspective than most other stories in this genre. It's everything that
> > Attack of the Clones isn't. :) Not a film for kids or anyone who isn't
> > ready to do some thinking during a flick.
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> Well, I am 13 and parental control is an issue. :)
I saw it in the theaters 20 years ago and was about your age at the time.
(does that date me?) To be honest... I didn't really "get it" at the time.
It's a pretty deep story, but a good one. I would certainly not recommend
it for someone who's not ready for it. I know that sounds silly, but
everyone's different. Perhaps you could watch it with a parent... or an
older relative?
Or wait a couple years... you may even enjoy it more.
> > For even more background, give the book a read. The movie was based on a
> > novel by Philip K. Dick, called "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" The
> > book is darker yet than the movie and delves deeper into the character of
> > Deckard (played by Harrison Ford).
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> Sounds interesting...
It's good stuff... though Dick was a bit twisted. :)
I would almost suggest reading the book before seeing the movie. Many of
the subtle themes of the movie are revealed once you understand the full story.
All the best!
Allan B.
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| (...) My parents never really got it, nor liked it. I don't think most parents, unless they happen to be sci-fi fans, would particularly enjoy BR. It didn't do very well in theaters when it was released, either. (...) I held off on reading certain (...) (22 years ago, 21-Feb-03, to lugnet.space)
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| (...) Same here. Although even then I could appreciate it at a purely aesthetic level. The visuals and the music and the mood they create virtually spawned the whole cyberpunk genre. (...) And some. Ever read 'A Scanner Darkly'? (...) I read the (...) (22 years ago, 21-Feb-03, to lugnet.space)
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