The Rourke "Idea"

"Out of all the guys who could be nominated, don't we all want to see Mickey Rourke win? How great would that be to see this guy shamble up to the stage, tears flowing -- it'd be amazing. And I'm not even a huge fan. I like the 'idea' of Rourke maybe more than the man himself. But the way he really puts it all out there in this film is pretty great. I don't even think he was acting. So maybe, somehow, he doesn't deserve it over some other guy who really is 'acting,' but it's still a performance, and it might be the best thing anyone's done this year (except for Ledger, of course)." -- HE reader "Mindless Obamaton," posted at 5:53 am.

Posted by Jeffrey Wells on December 30, 2008 at 7:03 AM

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actionman Author Profile Page says ...

I really want to see this film, tired of having to wait.

Posted by actionman Author Profile Page at December 30, 2008 7:19 AM

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p.Vice Author Profile Page says ...

"it might be the best thing anyone's done this year (except for Ledger, of course)."

If we're talking about his death and not his second-rate performance, I'm in complete agreement. Talk about a career boost.

Posted by p.Vice Author Profile Page at December 30, 2008 7:27 AM

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vansmith Author Profile Page says ...

yeah yeah yeah, rourke the realist the humblest, the biggest, whatev. he should have really went into wrestling that would have been something to see. what about this movie with jack nicholson and warren beatty entitled 'the fortune' how is it? where is it? not on netflix?? que pasa

Posted by vansmith Author Profile Page at December 30, 2008 8:00 AM

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AH Author Profile Page says ...

Why is it that people who mess up always get the most credit when they do something substantial? Its much more difficult to be consistent day in and day out, but that never gets any credit.

Posted by AH Author Profile Page at December 30, 2008 8:10 AM

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jbf81 Author Profile Page says ...

humm, count me OUT. I dont give a damn about this douch life, if he became this sad story its all his fault. I want Penn to receive his second Oscar, loved his performance and loved Milk.

Posted by jbf81 Author Profile Page at December 30, 2008 8:36 AM

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actionman Author Profile Page says ...

Penn was indeed great in the role but the film itself is becoming a tad overrated. The script was as by-the-numbers as it gets and the film really benefited from Van Sant's direction and Savides' excellent cinematography.

Posted by actionman Author Profile Page at December 30, 2008 8:46 AM

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Sabina E Author Profile Page says ...

They still haven't released THE WRESTLER in St. Louis, fuck. I want to see the movie so bad!!!

Posted by Sabina E Author Profile Page at December 30, 2008 9:19 AM

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Ms. M Author Profile Page says ...

The value of a good story impacting the winners at the Oscars has been a factor for decades. If the performances are of roughly similar value, why not give it to the more interesting person? Anyhow, Penn has said he doesn't even care about winning an Oscar, let alone a second one.

And I agree that it is kind of annoying when reformed screw-ups get so much attention, but that sort of thing goes back to the story of the Prodigal Son.

Posted by Ms. M Author Profile Page at December 30, 2008 9:41 AM

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Admiral82 Author Profile Page says ...

DeafBrown: It's coming out around here in January. I can't wait either...

Posted by Admiral82 Author Profile Page at December 30, 2008 9:45 AM

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TVMCCA Author Profile Page says ...

vansmith wrote:
what about this movie with jack nicholson and warren beatty entitled 'the fortune' how is it? where is it? not on netflix?? que pasa

You're not missing much if you haven't seen THE FORTUNE. Generally unfunny, with Stockard Channing essentially a sexual football passed between the two leads. If memory is correct, Dub Taylor, in a small role, pretty much steals the film.

Posted by TVMCCA Author Profile Page at December 30, 2008 10:20 AM

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buckzollo Author Profile Page says ...

Mickey was bad to the bone as The Ram, mos def a cinderella story for ratings come Oscar night. raw

Posted by buckzollo Author Profile Page at December 30, 2008 10:24 PM

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the400blows Author Profile Page says ...

I don't understand all the attention Sean Penn is getting for his performance as Milk. He was very good, but it was hardly one of his best performances. As a matter of fact, I'll take Josh Brolin's rendition of George W. Bush over Penn's rendition of Milk. I even liked W. more than Milk. Whereas Milk was more of a political commentary film, W. was more of a character study film. That's why I liked W. more than Milk.

Posted by the400blows Author Profile Page at December 31, 2008 1:55 AM

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Magic Rat Author Profile Page says ...

The Wrestler features a great performance from Rourke, but the film itself is too familiar and cliched (stripper with a heart of gold, estranged relationship with daughter, one last shot at glory). In terms of Oscar, I think the nomination will be his win. Look for Penn or Eastwood to take it.

Posted by Magic Rat Author Profile Page at January 1, 2009 12:08 PM

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YRG Author Profile Page says ...

I'd much rather see Richard Jenkins get the Oscar as the most deserving. Talk about being consistent day in and day out. I know it will never happen, but one can hope...
I just caught The Visitor last night on Xbox. It's refreshing to see a film that doesn't fall into the same predictable Hollywood format and isn't foreign.

Posted by YRG Author Profile Page at January 5, 2009 3:51 PM

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