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The Box
Jun 25, 2009 9:35:54 GMT -6
Post by GL on Jun 25, 2009 9:35:54 GMT -6
Norma and Arthur Lewis, a suburban couple with a young child, receive a simple wooden box as a gift, which bears fatal and irrevocable consequences. A mysterious stranger, delivers the message that the box promises to bestow upon its owner $1 million with the press of a button. But, pressing this button will simultaneously cause the death of another human being somewhere in the world; someone they don't know. With just 24 hours to have the box in their possession, Norma and Arthur find themselves in the cross-hairs of a startling moral dilemma and must face the true nature of their humanity. The Box debuts in theatres on October 30th, 2009. Trailer and poster for this available HERE.
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The Box
Jun 25, 2009 9:38:24 GMT -6
Post by bobbygory on Jun 25, 2009 9:38:24 GMT -6
I think this one sounds watchable, nothing that is gonna blow my mind, sounds like an average episode of the Twilight Zone.
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The Box
Jun 25, 2009 9:43:38 GMT -6
Post by GL on Jun 25, 2009 9:43:38 GMT -6
I'm not too big on those kinds. Sounds all right nut I'm not that excited for it.
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The Box
Jun 25, 2009 9:45:25 GMT -6
Post by bobbygory on Jun 25, 2009 9:45:25 GMT -6
Yeah not one that is worth paying 8 dollars at the theater for but one that may be good for a rental one night.
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The Box
Jun 26, 2009 9:09:42 GMT -6
Post by GL on Jun 26, 2009 9:09:42 GMT -6
Exactly my thoughts as well. Though I'll probably see it first on TV before anything else.
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The Box
Jun 26, 2009 9:10:16 GMT -6
Post by bobbygory on Jun 26, 2009 9:10:16 GMT -6
Yeah tv may even be better, cause that is free lol
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The Box
Jul 20, 2009 9:20:39 GMT -6
Post by GL on Jul 20, 2009 9:20:39 GMT -6
New poster for this avaliable HERE.
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Post by GL on Aug 3, 2009 9:26:04 GMT -6
News about the change in release date for this Cameron Diaz-staring film avaliable HERE.
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Post by bobbygory on Aug 3, 2009 9:27:21 GMT -6
Only a week! Good at least it got away from Saw a little
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Post by GL on Aug 3, 2009 9:30:36 GMT -6
And the sad fact is that it'll still make more.
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Post by bobbygory on Aug 3, 2009 9:32:11 GMT -6
Saw will by far make more then this, I smell flop on The Box.
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Post by vexer on Aug 3, 2009 9:33:40 GMT -6
Well you never know.
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Post by GL on Aug 3, 2009 9:39:46 GMT -6
Well, since the date was moved up, you'd think they start promoting this, especially since it's still so close to Saw and they'll want to make as much as they can before that rancid-monkey-shit is released, and so far all I know is that the film stars Cameron Diaz. Not a very good job on that end.
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The Box
Oct 19, 2009 9:17:07 GMT -6
Post by GL on Oct 19, 2009 9:17:07 GMT -6
Saw the trailer for this one last night and it looks utterly stupid. Really, really bad.
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The Box
Oct 19, 2009 9:18:38 GMT -6
Post by bobbygory on Oct 19, 2009 9:18:38 GMT -6
I think it looks quite splendid!
Ha, I love Donnie Darko as well, I actually have quite high hopes. Actually I am gonna make a thread on the premise.
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The Box
Oct 19, 2009 10:07:01 GMT -6
Post by vexer on Oct 19, 2009 10:07:01 GMT -6
Eh, the film looked alright but after sitting through the cinematic abortion that is Southland Tales, i'm gonna have a hard time trusting Kelly, so i'm damn sure not seeing this in theaters.
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The Box
Nov 6, 2009 16:44:20 GMT -6
Post by bobbygory on Nov 6, 2009 16:44:20 GMT -6
Here is the Bloody Disgusting review
Immediately remove Southland Tales from your brain, its history as Richard Kelly has retuned to his Donnie Darko roots with The Box, his adaptation of Richard Matheson’s short “Button, Button.”
Fans of Donnie Darko or “The Twilight Zone” shouldn’t hesitate for a second at taking in this psychological mind-f*ck, while those of you looking for a fast-paced action-filled thriller should instead go see The Fourth Kind. It’s no surprise that Warner Bros. isn’t putting their “all” behind this release; this is a tricky film to put in theaters.
Richard Kelly’s adaptation follows Norma (Cameron Diaz) and Arthur Lewis (James Marsden) as a couple living paycheck to paycheck. Everything is finally looking up as they have a healthy, happy kid, a solid relationship and Arthur is looking to head into space to live out a life long dream. And then it happens. The doorbell rings, outside a wrapped box sits with a car zooming off into the sunrise. Inside is the infamous button box, with a note, “Mr. Steward will return at 5pm” (or something along those lines). While Arthur works, he explains the situation, receive $1 million with the press of a button. However, pressing this button will simultaneously cause the death of another human being somewhere in the world. They have 24 hours to make their decision.
This is where Kelly’s script gets interesting and the audience is transported to “The Twilight Zone.” Arthur is denied a chance to head to space, while Norma is disgraced by a student (she has a foot deformity) and also is fired from her job. Their world is turned upside down. Everything is going wrong and they are now down and out. This is an interesting turn of events as it adds an incredible weight to the decision on whether or not to push the button. The oddity is that everyone who crosses their path and changes their destiny has a nose bleed. What’s going on?
The Box is a tale of denial, reflection and ultimately redemption. To talk any further about the plot would ruin the turn of events that follow the Lewis’ decision to press the button. Much like Darko, many of the film’s flaws are within the screenplay as it’s so deep and so top heavy that the plotholes are impossible to avoid. There are too many coincidences that hope the viewer is forgiving. When the movie was over, the conversations were heated, which is a great thing is this writer’s opinion. To enjoy The Box, one must take it for what it’s worth and go along for the ride. Don’t ask questions and don’t try and put two and two together; just accept it for what it is.
While it’s impossible to pull all the strings perfectly through the one hole, Kelly does an admirable job of really, really trying to make the film believable. The best decision made was to make The Box a period piece, a daunting task as it is. A situation like this presented to someone in 2009 would come off highly unbelievable and completely laughable. Taking this back to the 70’s immediately adds a strong level of belief to the film. Kelly shoots it in a bleak and completely authentic way that will keep his audience on the edge of their seat from start to finish. The cinematography is stunning and the score hits classic Hitchcockian tones that’ll give you chills.
The Box is a dreary and engaging brain trip into the world of Richard Kelly. This is where he’s comfortable, this is where he succeeds and this is where he triumphs. For those of you looking for an unsettling and unnerving theatrical experience, The Box is sure to deliver in more ways than you can imagine. Expect a night of conversation, along with hours of lost sleep while you stare at the ceiling to follow.
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The Box
Nov 9, 2009 10:17:54 GMT -6
Post by GL on Nov 9, 2009 10:17:54 GMT -6
Sounds exactly like I thought it would be based on the previews: utter shit.
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The Box
Nov 9, 2009 10:26:04 GMT -6
Post by bobbygory on Nov 9, 2009 10:26:04 GMT -6
I think it looks really good, but not gonna see it in the theater. I will catch it on dvd.
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