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Permalink Reply by Carmen on February 25, 2009 at 7:41pm

I will probably see it. It looks good, though I know nothing about the graphic novel that inspired it. I've heard good things about the novel.

Permalink Reply by Mean Eyed Corgi on February 25, 2009 at 8:00pm

The graphic novel was pretty interesting. Especially since it kinda turned the idea of superheroes on its head (they have faults!) It's set in an alternative Earth circa 1980s. While superheroes have no real powers (except for Dr. Manhattan), they are (or were) a part of society that fights crime. Its a little dark and in some parts violent, so if that's not something your okay with (like my wife), you might want to not see the movie. Otherwise, it should have lots of action, special effects, and (hopefully) it retains the storyline and plot.

Permalink Reply by Sam Tsang on February 25, 2009 at 8:05pm

I was very impressed with what Zack Snyder did for 300, so this time around with more scene shot outside of the green screen, it should be quite interesting, oh and lets not forget Silk Spectre :)

Permalink Reply by Banjo and Starbuck on February 25, 2009 at 8:40pm

Hollywood has been trying to adapt Watchmen almost as log as I've been alive. I really hope it's worth the wait. If you haven't read it yet, you should stop what you're doing and read it now. Right now. Seriously.
A very geeky aside: My husband and I are likely going as Silk Spectre & NiteOwl for Halloween. This was after we ruled out Chun-Li & Guile and Riker & Troi, even though I bear a fair resemblance to Marina Sirtis.
I can't wait to see how many hardcore geeks paint themselves blue for opening weekend... *shudders*

Permalink Reply by Sam Tsang on March 9, 2009 at 1:01pm

Wow, the watchmen was long, almost 3 hours. Here are my thoughts: (NO SPOILER)

1. It helps if you read the series before watching.
2. It is much darker than the dark knight.
3. It is not something you bring the kids to watch.
4. CG was awesome
5. Politically and Historically hilarious.
6. Prison fight scene.
7. Awesome soundtrack
8. HELP! I cannot get the blue dong out of my head!

Permalink Reply by SFF Corgi on March 9, 2009 at 6:01pm

Oh Sam, #8 is soooo teenage boy. :)

Permalink Reply by Corgibyassociation on March 11, 2009 at 11:56am

Your funny! Yeah, I was expecting the blue dong of doom either. I thought it was going to be like a ken doll deal...but most importantly, why did they put him in such a ridiculous cover?

Permalink Reply by Spartan on March 9, 2009 at 5:42pm

I haven't seen the movie yet and the trailer looks good but, some of my family members went to see it and they didn't understand it. Maybe I should read the novel first before i see it cuz they didn't.

Permalink Reply by Corgibyassociation on March 11, 2009 at 11:55am

Saw it on Imax monday, we loved it!

Permalink Reply by Julia on March 19, 2009 at 12:27am

I will, I will, I will, when I finally finish reading it. I'm such a procrastinator! My boys went the first weekend without me (an unusual event) and they tell me I must finish the book first. But they will see it again with me, the darlings. I really meant to be ready. really I did. The book will come with me to the beach next week (spring break), although I have no excuse for waiting this long. Mea culpa, mea geeka culpa.

Julia