[bruce-leroy]

White Goodman would not agree.

[Glenn01]

Originally Posted by Rambo John J

by definition though, a classic is something that's a perfect example of its type, something that's stood the test of time and is essentially timeless, so I think anyone would be hard pushed to name a modern action film that fits that description, it's too early. Maybe in years to come some of the modern films will fit the bill but I can't think of any off the top of my head. I don't think The Expendables will be considered a classic in 10 or 20 years time, but I'm sure there's plenty of people who'll still be watching it, the same way I still spin a ton of dumb but fun action flicks from way back. I agree that films like Predator, Robocop, Die Hard, First Blood are classics with endless replayability, but that's why they're classics and not every action film from back then was as good as they are. That kind of quality wasn't the norm, that's what set them apart from everything else and why they're remembered with the respect they are now. If making a classic film was easy everything would be a classic and there'd be no bar to measure them by. The 80's set the standard, you're right, and it produced a hell of a lot of decent action films... aswell as a lot of not so decent ones.
It doesn't matter to me that films struggle to reach that kind of high point as long as I get some enjoyment out of them. I'm willing to give them that chance, you know, I like seeing Stallone, Arnie, Dolph, Van Damme and the rest of them going round the block for old times sake in something that isn't going straight to dvd, it puts a smile on my face and gives me yet another reason to dig out their greatest hits from when they were in their prime. They're older yes, they're slower yes, the films aren't as good as their greats but they'd still wipe the floor with me. I like the old school films the same as you do, but I'm not ready to write all those guys off yet. I haven't seen Chuck Norris on the big screen since I saw Code Of Silence at my local ABC cinema twenty something years ago and I'm pretty happy that I'll get that chance again. Maybe some people would prefer that these guys just fade away and leave them with the memories of their best films. I can understand that, but that's not the way I feel. I think they've all still got something to offer and while they're still making films I'll still be interested in seeing what they come up with

Well put mate

[raigraphixs]

Expendables 2 - The Video Game PS3/Xbox360

Is it me or does Stallone sound like Yogi Bear?

The Expendables 2 Videogame - Gameplay Leak (Xbox 360) - YouTube

[raigraphixs]

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[djcla]

do we now if its PG-13 or R yet?

[raigraphixs]

[Glenn01]

Niiiiiiiiiiice

[raigraphixs]

Crews & Lundgren dish out the pain in this trailer for the video game

The Expendables 2 The Videogame The Body Count Trailer PSN SP - YouTube

[raigraphixs]

Arnold - Action Reel

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The video page contains mature subject matter and is suitable for adults only.

Arnold Schwarzenegger Highlight Reel - IGN Action Hero Hall of Fame - YouTube

[Glenn01]

Cool ... now that Batman has been viewed, we can divert our attention back to Ex 2

[raigraphixs]

Featurette

The Expendables 2 - Behind the Scenes Featurette (HD) - YouTube

[jimmyboy1975]

Originally Posted by djcla

do we now if its PG-13 or R yet?

It's confirmed as R rated, for strong bloody violence throughout. Up yours Chuck!

Expendables 2 has its R rating - The times of fear are over, it is for adults - Movie-Censorship.com

[Glenn01]

Originally Posted by raigraphixs

Featurette

The Expendables 2 - Behind the Scenes Featurette (HD) - YouTube

Chuck standing toe to toe with Arnie .... cooooool

[raigraphixs]

Official UK Rating - (BBFC) THE EXPENDABLES 2 (15) Contains strong bloody violence

[Glenn01]

15 !!!!!

Hmmm, that doesn't look promising then does it ... so much for the hard R rating ???

[raigraphixs]

Originally Posted by Glenn01

15 !!!!!

Hmmm, that doesn't look promising then does it ... so much for the hard R rating ???

Lets not forget what R stands for: R – Restricted – Under 17 Requires Accompanying Parent Or Adult Guardian.

So effectivley a 10 year old could watch it with an adult!


At least with a 15 in UK it sets a threshold.


So Expendables 2 needed to be a NC-17 – No Children Under 17 Admitted.
for a chance of it being 18 in the UK, depending on the review by the BBFC.

[Glenn01]

Oh I see.

Hmmm, I must admit I was expecting it to be 18 rated like the first one.

Ok, well to be honest, I am gonna enjoy this movie regardless. At the end of the day, the rating means nothing if the film is no good, so if the film is great, it can be a U for me

I need to hunt out a BIG screen to view this movie as its not showing in my fave dafault IMAX standard !

[barnaby jones]

Originally Posted by Glenn01

Oh I see.

Hmmm, I must admit I was expecting it to be 18 rated like the first one.

Ok, well to be honest, I am gonna enjoy this movie regardless. At the end of the day, the rating means nothing if the film is no good, so if the film is great, it can be a U for me

I need to hunt out a BIG screen to view this movie as its not showing in my fave dafault IMAX standard !

I think you'll find the original was rated 15 aswell.
There was an uncensored directors cut on blu though.

[Glenn01]

Ohhh right yeah ... for the knife 'twisting' scence wasn't it.

In which case, we could be ok then.

[raigraphixs]

TV Spot

Expendables 2 - Payback TV Spot - YouTube

[Glenn01]

Right that's it, we've seen the BAT now, once or several times ... so it is time now to get officially excited about this film

Go Chuck .. he looks damn cool in the trailers

[Glenn01]

By the way ... anyone heard any news about the Brian Tyler soundtrack or when it will be released ?

Can't find anything on the web ?

[raigraphixs]

The Last Supper

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[Glenn01]

I see the London premier for Ex2 is scheduled for Monday next week (13th August).

Anyone know if it's gonna be a high profile event ?

Will search the tv listings at the weekend to see if any channels are covering it like Sky did with TDKR.

[mjn]

Got my tickets sorted for 16th August

A few of us going from work, can't wait!

[raigraphixs]

Originally Posted by mjn

Got my tickets sorted for 16th August

A few of us going from work, can't wait!

Thanks for heads up, been waiting for cinema listing to update over a few days, booked mine for 16th

[Glenn01]

At last ... news on the music score but not out till 17th Sept in the UK (don't know if the same for USA, will need to check).

Track details ...

1. The Expendables Return
2. Fists, Knives And Chains
3. Track Em, Find Em, Kill Em
4. Makin An Entrance
5. Respect
6. Rest In Pieces
7. Preparations
8. Party Crashers
9. Rescue
10. Countdown
11. Bad Way To Live
12. Villain
13. Duelling Blades
14. Escape

[Glenn01]

The London premiere tonight AFAIK but does not appear to be any coverage on TV that I could find !

That said, Daybreak did say Dolph was going to be on "The Lorraine Show" this morning so set the planner to record that.

[raigraphixs]

The cast in London early today ahead of the premiere

The Expendables 2 - UK London Premiere STALLONE interview - YouTube

The Expendables 2 - UK London Premiere VANDAMME interview - YouTube

The Expendables 2 - UK London Premiere SCHWARZENEGGER interview - YouTube

[Azzin]

He was at the Paris premiere wasn't he?