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I watched this last week and it was definitely odder than I was expecting. Also quite a bit more violent than I was expecting. I'd love to see an "extended" version of the film where they go through more cars, as they obviously didn't show all of them (or even probably a large percentage of them). The ending was a bit unexpected.

 

I'm also glad to see films of this nature--a pretty unique concept, even if it is a bit ridiculous in terms of plausibility. I think your score of 7.5 is appropriate.

 

..Al

My first thought regarding the ending:

They better go back in the train, because I bet that polar bear is hungry!

 

My first thought was,

 

 

"Holy crap, they just killed everyone!" And even if the two survivors survived, they obviously could not repopulate the species, so humanity is done for anyway.

 

Never heard of it either. Just checked and it's only playing at one theater in the Houston metro area, and only at 4pm at that - guess I'll have to catch it later.

Picked up Cloud Atlas last week on blu-ray. Really enjoyed it. Went to check a few bits online and was surprised to see how poorly it faired at the theater and in reviews.

I rented Snowpiercer through iTunes.

 

I also really enjoyed Cloud Atlas and have it on Blu-Ray. Saw it in theaters originally, but have watched it two more times on BLu-Ray.

 

..Al

Thanks for the inspiring review (as always), sounds like one movie to check out.

Talking about positively weird scifi films - ever heard of "The Quiet Earth"?

Stumbled across this by chance, and it really left a lasting impression on me.

A New Zealand post-apocalyptic film that carries that typical early 80es vibe and has aged rather well.

Good to know, I wouldn't have expected to find it streaming already.

 

 

Plan to watch it a couple more times as well, I'm sure I missed a lot the first go around - such as the graffiti in the 70s storyline. I spotted it in the background while watching the extras and went "wait a minute" then backed it up to get a better look.

Loved The Quiet Earth and the redhead in it.

 

Thanks for the Snowpiercer heads-up. I'll be sure to keep an eye for it on Netflix.

It was definitely odd, though interesting. Saw it last week with my folks and aunt & uncle who were visiting from Bandera. That was a mistake, my mom and aunt did not care for it at all.

 

[never] wearing out parts

 

Unless I misunderstood, parts were wearing out - that's why they were taking small children from the back of the train

 

 

 

How often does stuff like this happen? - US release controversy

A couple of parts wore out, but after 18 years, you'd think it would be a widespread problem.

Maybe we just didn't see a bunch of the other kids they used and (supposedly) discarded.

 

 

I suspect that sort of release-related infighting happens all of the time. It's just part of the movie business. Money vs. art.

Possible Sequels:

* Bum 'Sploder

* Cat Washer

* Tattoo Eraser

* Armadillo Flattner

* Bovine Penetrator

Armadillo Flattener has potential, but the one I'd watch would be a mix of two others: "Cat 'Sploder".

Stopped by Barnes & Noble today during lunch and picked up Snow Piercer 1: The Escape and 2: The Explorers. Hadn't seen them before and I stop by B&N a few times a month.

 

The overview of #2 incudes:

The occupants aboard the Snowpiercer believed themselves to be the last humans alive, yet they soon learn that they are not alone. There is another train that could potentially spell destruction for the passengers of the Snowpiercer as it carves a trail through the endlessly freezing terrain.

Finally finished #1. Other than the setting, and lower classes at the back of the train, the story is totally different. Even the characters are different. Enjoyed it.

 

Started on #2 which is actually about the second train, not the first as the overview I quoted above implied.

FYI, this movies now on Netflix for those interested. I started watching it last night and got about 15 minutes into it before falling asleep. I'll give it another go later.

Last week at Barnes & Noble I noticed Snow Piercer 1: The Escape in paperback, so it's a bit less expensive now.

FYI, this movies now on Netflix for those interested. I started watching it last night and got about 15 minutes into it before falling asleep.

 

That's pretty-much what Netflix is for, isn't? Better than a glass of warm milk.

Picked up Snowpiercer 3: Terminus during lunch today, didn't know there was more in the series.

 

Finished it last night, really liked it. Check it out if you've enjoyed the other two (or the whole series if you enjoyed the movie).