Lone Ranger

Meds · January 29, 2013, 02:25:20 PM

Is this meant to be a comedy?

ChrisMC · January 29, 2013, 02:27:09 PM

Hard to tell. Certainly trying to cash in on Johnny's Pirates fame as weird guy in weird getup that talks weird.

Bromptonboy · January 29, 2013, 02:27:30 PM

Quote from: Meds on January 29, 2013, 02:25:20 PM
Is this meant to be a comedy?

Seems to be at first glance.

Jobydrone · February 04, 2013, 04:24:42 AM

Certainly seems to have a good bit of humor throughout the trailers I've seen, which is fine with me. I've always wondered what our neighbors across the pond thought of depictions in Hollywood of the American West, especially when they were so popular in the 50s and 60s. Must seem almost like watching scenes from another planet for the Brits.

Bryancd · February 04, 2013, 10:06:54 AM

Quote from: Jobydrone on February 04, 2013, 04:24:42 AM
Certainly seems to have a good bit of humor throughout the trailers I've seen, which is fine with me. I've always wondered what our neighbors across the pond thought of depictions in Hollywood of the American West, especially when they were so popular in the 50s and 60s. Must seem almost like watching scenes from another planet for the Brits.

It's like looking out my front window for me. :)

Bromptonboy · February 04, 2013, 12:07:18 PM

Quote from: Bryancd on February 04, 2013, 10:06:54 AM
Quote from: Jobydrone on February 04, 2013, 04:24:42 AM
Certainly seems to have a good bit of humor throughout the trailers I've seen, which is fine with me. I've always wondered what our neighbors across the pond thought of depictions in Hollywood of the American West, especially when they were so popular in the 50s and 60s. Must seem almost like watching scenes from another planet for the Brits.

It's like looking out my front window for me. :)

You can use your Logan's Run Flame-gun - if it could make a silver flame.

Bromptonboy · June 17, 2013, 10:22:45 AM

hey, one of the Winklevoss twins.. ;) ..is playing the Lone Ranger..

Bromptonboy · July 04, 2013, 03:51:31 AM

Well not looking too good for Lone Ranger. This is a tough one. I wonder if the character can resonate with younger audiences? I recall with fondness the cartoon of the late 60's that I saw in my youth. I don't think there has been any exposure to the character and story since that time. Seems like Westerns don't play that well these days either.
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/box-office-report-despicable-me-579766

WillEagle · July 04, 2013, 05:07:05 PM

I still want to see this at the theater. I think it will be pretty good.

Rico · July 04, 2013, 06:16:38 PM

Quote from: WillEagle on July 04, 2013, 05:07:05 PM
I still want to see this at the theater. I think it will be pretty good.

Yep, I agree. I'm going to try and go this Saturday.

Bromptonboy · July 04, 2013, 07:14:18 PM

I'll make my decision after I hear what you guys think.

Rico · July 06, 2013, 01:11:24 PM

Went out to see this today and enjoyed it. I'm not an expert on the Ranger, but it seemed to have all the elements in there. Some great action, and lots of trains and horses doing some crazy stuff. Depp was his usual slightly off kilter self. Armie Hammer was pretty good as the Ranger but it takes awhile for him to really get into the character since this is kind of an origin story. Loved the horse - Silver. Some beautiful scenery too. Also, for the most part except for a couple moments this movie is pretty kid friendly - as long as they are old enough to handle most of the usual things you see in westerns. Anyway, I had a good time and the last 30 minutes or so are really great, I thought. Check it out for yourself if this kind of film appeals to you.

Rico · July 06, 2013, 01:24:14 PM

TV spots...

The Lone Ranger - "Comin' For You" TV Spot

The Lone Ranger TV SPOT - White Horse (2013) - Johnny Depp Movie HD

Bromptonboy · July 07, 2013, 02:29:58 AM

THanks Rico - maybe we'll hit this today.

Rico · July 07, 2013, 07:21:50 AM

I think you'd get a kick out of it Pete. Is this the greatest movie ever - nope. But it is a fun time - in my opinion after actually seeing it. I think this trailer below gives you a good feel for the film.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Zv9fgSrP-0#ws