EriqX / TNM / Playlist 081-100

10-APR-2007

BARTON FINK A troubled New York playwright is charged with the task of writing a B-movie westling picture, and struggles to balance his artistic passion with Hollywood's numbers-driven machine. My ongoing apprehension toward showing one of my most favorite films of all time was quickly relieved by a huge crowd having a great time. Tonight was truly what I wanted TNM to be week after week. I'm glad it got one last hurrah, and ended with a bang, not a whimper. [TNM: 100 Movie Montage] TNM-100 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 17

03-APR-2007

BUBBLE Set against the backdrop of a decaying Midwestern town, a murder becomes the focal point of three people who work in a doll factory. In the spirit of inconsistancy, attendance dips once again after a brief recovery. Movie Night's sole purpose, to expose a handful of willing participants to movies they would not likely see otherwise, is essentially becoming a lost cause.   TNM-099 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 01

27-MAR-2007

TIDELAND Jeliza-Rose is a young girl in a very unusual situation, both of her parents are junkies and she is usually left to her own devices for entertainment. TNM came back to life tonight with a better than usual crowd, and a better than average movie. Uniquely humerous and depressing, Tideland is the sort of film TNM is here for.   TNM-098 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 06

20-MAR-2007

GIRLS CAN'T SWIM On the verge of full-blown teenhood, Gwen and Lise are beginning to explore their sexuality and must face the possibility that their platonic friendship may be changing to love. It took 97 weeks of Movie Nights, but it finally happened. No one showed up. Mo and I pretty much just hung around and called it a night. The intense adolescent turmoil of this incredible film will have to wait I suppose.   TNM-097 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 01

13-MAR-2007

THE SCIENCE OF SLEEP A man entranced by his dreams and imagination is lovestruck with a French woman and feels he can show her his world. Acclaimed director Michel Gondry mixes a depressing storyline with the dream-like beauty and oddball animation style of some of his earliest works. Thanks again to everyone for a great TNM.   TNM-096 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 04

06-MAR-2007

SEX, LIES, AND VIDEOTAPE Steven Soderbergh kickstarted the independent film movement of the 1990s with this landmark drama about the tangled relationships among four people and a video camera. Nearly 20 years later, this film is still interesting and funny. Still holding steady at a smaller sized, but interested crowd. TNM trudges onward.   TNM-095 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 03

27-FEB-2007

THE VIRGIN SUICIDES A group of male friends become obsessed with a group of mysterious sisters who are sheltered by their strict parent, religious parents after one of them commits suicide. Sofia Coppola's feature length directorial debut played to a small but interested audience tonight. My thanks as always to everyone who came, and for making extra room for my gimp leg at the same time.   TNM-094 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 03

20-FEB-2007

EDMOND An encounter with a fortuneteller has caused bland businessman Edmond to confront the emptiness of his life and marriage. Think American Beauty meets Falling Down, with some David Mamet tension. William H. Macy is still a badass. And it's about time we see him in a bizarre, strong leading role. Tonight was the smallest turn out ever, but he transitioned into a fun video game night with the girls.   TNM-093 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 02

13-FEB-2007

LES TRIPLETTES DE BELLEVILLE When her grandson is kidnapped during the Tour de France, Madame Souza and her beloved pooch Bruno team up with the Belleville Sisters to rescue him. Every frame of this movie is a masterpiece. It's too bad no one was around to see it. This is the second week that TNM has been struggling for a modest audience. Hopefully things will pick up as the weather calms down.   TNM-092 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 03

06-FEB-2007

THE INTERVIEW A duel between a suspected murderer and a detective pressed by people who want results. Tonight was Morgan's last TNM for another year, as she embarks on another adventure in Korea. Thanks to the few who managed to brave the intense cold tonight.   TNM-091 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 03

30-JAN-2007

SYRIANA A politically-charged epic about the state of the oil industry in the hands of those personally involved and affected by it. Tonight was the ninetieth TNM, and it's been a great run so far. Thanks to everyone who braved the bitter cold tonight, to see a depressingly perfect movie.   TNM-090 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 07

23-JAN-2007

ENDURING LOVE Two strangers become dangerously close after witnessing a deadly accident.. TNM seems to be holding steady at 6 attendees, even though they are never the same 6 people. Thanks go out to a few would-be first-timers that nearly made it, and extra special thanks to Jodi, who actually did.   TNM-089 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 06

16-JAN-2007

BRICK A teenage loner pushes his way into the underworld of a high school crime ring to investigate the disappearance of his ex-girlfriend. This was a really, really good film, and I think that resonated with everyone who came. I wish every TNM could be a film of this caliber, but they are few and far between. My Thanks to Ben for making this his first TNM.   TNM-088 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 06

09-JAN-2007

THANK YOU FOR SMOKING A chief spokesman for Big Tobacco makes his living defending the rights of smokers and cigarette makers in today's neo-puritanical culture. This is by far one of the funniest movies I've shown for a TNM. Thanks to everyone who turned up for the not-so-typical material. Next week will be back to business.   TNM-087 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 06

02-JAN-2007

MYSTIC RIVER Three childhood friends are reunited in Boston 25 years later when they are linked together in a murder investigation. A surprise visit from Dave tonight rounded out a small but enjoyable TNM. Thanks to Maria and Ashley for coming back, and bringing sour patch kids.   TNM-086 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 05

26-DEC-2006

THE CORPORATION This documentary looks at the concept of the corporation throughout recent history up to its present-day dominance. Jill and Dawn were in town from Spokane, WA, tonight. Special thanks to both for crashing. Thanks also to Morgan and Riles for stopping in, briefly.   TNM-085 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 06

19-DEC-2006

MEAN CREEK A group of teenagers set out on a boat trip. It's all an elaborate secret ploy for some innocent payback against a local bully. But when some members of the posse begin to harbor second thoughts, the plot unravels... quickly. A quiet turn out tonight, with several people coming in to say hello, but not actually staying for the film. Thanks to those who did manage to stay for this great movie.   TNM-084 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 04

12-DEC-2006

HARD CANDY A mature 14-year old girl meets a charming 32-year old photographer on the Internet. Before she knows it, shes mixing drinks at his house, and stripping for an impromtu photo shoot. But things are not as they seem. Tonight was a blast. A good crowd, and a bit of a late start, but everyone had a good time and appreciated a great movie. Thanks to Jodi for sending the bean-dip, even thou she wasn't there herself.   TNM-083 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 08

05-DEC-2006

PRIMER Four entrepreneurs, knowing that there's something bigger and more innovative than the devices they've built, wrestle over their new invention. True to TNM's original run, the better the film, the less people show up. Still a great night of food, friends and the ever-present post-movie bar adventures.   TNM-082 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 03

28-NOV-2006

V FOR VENDETTA A shadowy freedom fighter known only as "V" uses terrorist tactics to fight against his totalitarian society. TNM's first showing in over two years was a success. A good mix of new faces and old. Lots of beer and the traditional pizza rolls. Felt like we never stopped.   TNM-081 [IMDb] [Trailer] / Attendance: 12