I just got the BluRay for Robocop, and it's great,sure, but no Making of content that Criterion put on their fabulous LaserDisc, it's another great avenue for asking a director, their feelings on DVD, LaserDisc, Home theater and TV versus theatrical. And when you know it's a film Paul is helming, it would seem like he gets final cut on it! haha
@NamwobYnda83 As it stands, Total Recall is set for a Reboot from Young Hollywood, you could say. Basic Instinct as well, It's one of my all time favs
I love this guy... He get involved so much in all his own movies, most director usually pushes small things to someone else. Believe me try to do more research on this man.
Yeah but in context, he specifies being able to walk away for at least a few minutes and get some fresh air and time away from work. He said composers as an example of someone in the same industry with a different work ethic. I'm sure he would know how his composers work, he's been making films for decades.
Paul is a smart man, and should get more recognition. Sure, some of his more popular films are pretty unsubtle, but the guy has more brains than you would think. I'm sure we will see more great films from him soon.
Fave Verhoeven quote: about being considered for directing Return of the Jedi, but being turned down by Lucas after he saw The Third Man and Turkish Delight:
"I guess that George was afraid that the Jedi would start fucking right away!"
I just got the BluRay for Robocop, and it's great,sure, but no Making of content that Criterion put on their fabulous LaserDisc, it's another great avenue for asking a director, their feelings on DVD, LaserDisc, Home theater and TV versus theatrical. And when you know it's a film Paul is helming, it would seem like he gets final cut on it! haha
MetallicBill 11 months ago
C'mon you apes! You wanna live forever?!?!
One of his best films.
MrMICHAELCABOOSE 1 year ago
This man is seriously underrated. "Robocop", "Total Recall", nobody can make violent, fucked-up films like these.
NamwobYnda83 1 year ago
@NamwobYnda83 As it stands, Total Recall is set for a Reboot from Young Hollywood, you could say. Basic Instinct as well, It's one of my all time favs
MetallicBill 11 months ago
"Sometimes a dream is what makes you a slave" - Liz Phair
lxo88 1 year ago
Kubrick was one of the few directors who was so respected that studios would let him shoot for as long as he wanted
Casarzino 1 year ago
@Casarzino As mentioned here, David Lean is thought of in that same elite group
MetallicBill 11 months ago
I love this guy... He get involved so much in all his own movies, most director usually pushes small things to someone else. Believe me try to do more research on this man.
kenzeliano 3 years ago 2
He speaks excellent English.
hanshotfirst1138 4 years ago 3
@hanshotfirst1138
LOL you are a funny guy
robertiseengekkegast 1 year ago
Yeah but in context, he specifies being able to walk away for at least a few minutes and get some fresh air and time away from work. He said composers as an example of someone in the same industry with a different work ethic. I'm sure he would know how his composers work, he's been making films for decades.
boojiboy1986 4 years ago
Paul is a smart man, and should get more recognition. Sure, some of his more popular films are pretty unsubtle, but the guy has more brains than you would think. I'm sure we will see more great films from him soon.
clonard 4 years ago 7
Yeah, you definately get that impression here. Lots going on upstairs
hanshotfirst1138 4 years ago 2
I think all verhoeven's films are more subtle than they appear at first sight, even his "blockbusters".
yanndick 3 years ago 5
Corporate greed has stomped on creativity and art. It makes us all a little smaller and closer to war. Think about it.
miketheday 4 years ago 3
I don't think he's referring to deadlines but rather schedules.
boojiboy1986 4 years ago 3
I would love to be in his position - maybe he wants to trade?
Olphus 4 years ago
I'd trade!
zenbeer 4 years ago
Fave Verhoeven quote: about being considered for directing Return of the Jedi, but being turned down by Lucas after he saw The Third Man and Turkish Delight:
"I guess that George was afraid that the Jedi would start fucking right away!"
hanshotfirst1138 3 years ago 3
Oh yes, and "Do I feel I have a responsibility as a film-maker.... Nope, I just do what the fuck I like..."
hanshotfirst1138 3 years ago
I'd trade too! But maybe I don't know what I'm getting into...
I'm a wannabe filmmaker, so...
hanshotfirst1138 3 years ago
video? what camera are you using?
zenbeer 3 years ago
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hanshotfirst1138 3 years ago
Of course, the things he hates most about directing really comes down to his choices to direct big-budget studio pics, with....lots of pressure.
But he's great. He's got a great visual style.
NoGuff 4 years ago
"maybe they could make better movies with more time"
--That's why Kubrick's films are so great. He took a lot of time to shoot, and reshoot.
NoGuff 4 years ago 6