The Great Movie Tournament - 1980s: Round 2 - Group 16 of 32

During the second round of The Great Movie Tournament, please vote for up to four films you would like to move onto the next round. The top four films will be moving on. Keep in mind that the percentage of the vote a given film receives will determine its standing going forward.

The poll will run for seven days. Discussion is greatly encouraged!

The nominees are (please let me know if any video doesn't play for you):

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The Fly (1986)
Directed by David Cronenberg

Watch Trailer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPhM5T1DViw

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Lethal Weapon (1987)
Directed by Richard Donner

Watch Trailer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ko17nhYorTw

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Creepshow (1982)
Directed by George A. Romero

Watch Trailer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5hOCtJZAqc

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Brazil (1985)
Directed by Terry Gilliam

Watch Trailer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vi0l8-FMi2A

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Clue (1985)
Directed by Jonathan Lynn

Watch Trailer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDDdeHtrxfA

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Grave of the Fireflies (1988)
Directed by Isao Takahata

Watch Trailer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vPeTSRd580

if Lethal Weapon doesn't advance I'm shutting down the tournament

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Originally Posted by fernandito

if Lethal Weapon doesn't advance I'm shutting down the tournament

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You mean Grave of the Fireflies?

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Originally Posted by mae

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Originally Posted by fernandito

if Lethal Weapon doesn't advance I'm shutting down the tournament

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You mean Grave of the Fireflies?

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No, he meant Creepshow

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Originally Posted by mae

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if Lethal Weapon doesn't advance I'm shutting down the tournament

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You mean Grave of the Fireflies?

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No, he meant Creepshow

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I actually meant Brazil.

Lethal Fireflies of Brazil is the correct answer.

Creepshow is fun and a favourite, but if I have to objective, it's not a best anything.

I would love for Clue to move on. But sadly it seems like people here haven't seen it. It's such a fun movie, that I thought everyone had seen back in the 80s.

The Fly
Lethal Weapon
Creepshow
Clue

It pains me to see a Terry Gilliam film but be unable to vote for it.

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Originally Posted by Heather19

I would love for Clue to move on. But sadly it seems like people here haven't seen it. It's such a fun movie, that I thought everyone had seen back in the 80s.

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I like it fine enough but wouldn't put it above the other 4 qualifying.

Grave of the Fireflies gravely needs more support!

Grave of the fireflies? Seriously? Where do you guys find these films? In a dumpster behind the original Wal-Mart? lol lol Oh, I know at an archeaological dig in Greenwich Village!!! lol

And it made it past the first round? lol Seriously, you guys slay me and I mean that in a good way!! Keep on keeping on, men!!! :thumbsup::thumbsup:

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I mean come on okay, a firefly dies. Who the fuck buries it and marks the grave? lol

Grave of the Fireflies is my favorite film of the entire decade of the 1980s, it's a masterpiece, and utterly tragic and devastating, but it's also a magical and beautiful film speaking to themes of innocence, pride, coldheartedness. It's streaming on Hulu, so I would suggest watching it but be prepared to cry. I'm surprised it's not more popular and garnering more votes, I saw it around 1999 and it was already a well-known film at that point. First time watching it I was completely in tears and so depressed afterwards, but I couldn't stop thinking about it. I have seen it a number of times since and it never fails to emotionally wound me, even when I know all the sad and painful things that will happen. Just the first notes of the main theme is enough to nearly bring me to tears. It's such a powerful film. It should not be eliminated in the second round by average movies like Lethal Weapon and Creepshow, and even The Fly, which I adore. It's a film that should be going very far in this tournament, but it seems that won't be happening, a shame. Again, it's streaming on Hulu now, so if you've never seen it or never even heard of it, now is the time. It's truly a film anyone who considers themselves a fan of film should see. Whether it will have the same effect on you as me, I don't know, but I can't see anyone not coming away appreciating this film.

https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/grave_of_the_fireflies

Nearly 100% by both critics and sheeple. That doesn't happen too often.

All I will say is that it is the saddest film I have ever seen and that everyone I know that has seen it, loves it. It definitely gets high marks from me.

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Originally Posted by WeDealInLead

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Nearly 100% by both critics and sheeple. That doesn't happen too often.

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Sorry guys, but I'm not sold. First, I don't go to the movies to get sad. I wanna get sad all I gotta do is turn on the news. Second, I really care about two kids at the end of WWII? Anyone still remember December 7th? That's the problem with the "Millenial generation", everyone is worried to death about everyone's feelings. Well, what you gonna do when that group comes along that's feeling froggy and wants your lilly pad? The killer instinct is going away. Eat or be eaten. If you don't take it, nobody is giving it to you, pal. yeah, save it I know I'm a dinosaur and there is no place for me in the "New America". Yada yada.

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Sorry, that one kinda took a dark turn outta nowhere!!! lol Getting cranky in my old age!!! LOL Wait until "Still Servant" see's this!!!! He's gonna get a boner!!! LOL

Anyway, I'm glad you all love and enjoy the film. I'm gonna pass though, thank you. I don't generally enjoy Japanese animation. Just a matter of taste is all. It's not for me. Best of luck though.

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Originally Posted by mae

Grave of the Fireflies is my favorite film of the entire decade of the 1980s, it's a masterpiece, and utterly tragic and devastating, but it's also a magical and beautiful film speaking to themes of innocence, pride, coldheartedness. It's streaming on Hulu, so I would suggest watching it but be prepared to cry. I'm surprised it's not more popular and garnering more votes, I saw it around 1999 and it was already a well-known film at that point. First time watching it I was completely in tears and so depressed afterwards, but I couldn't stop thinking about it. I have seen it a number of times since and it never fails to emotionally wound me, even when I know all the sad and painful things that will happen. Just the first notes of the main theme is enough to nearly bring me to tears. It's such a powerful film. It should not be eliminated in the second round by average movies like Lethal Weapon and Creepshow, and even The Fly, which I adore. It's a film that should be going very far in this tournament, but it seems that won't be happening, a shame. Again, it's streaming on Hulu now, so if you've never seen it or never even heard of it, now is the time. It's truly a film anyone who considers themselves a fan of film should see. Whether it will have the same effect on you as me, I don't know, but I can't see anyone not coming away appreciating this film.

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Careful, Mae. He's going to go crazy and then block you.

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https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/grave_of_the_fireflies

Nearly 100% by both critics and sheeple. That doesn't happen too often.

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Sorry guys, but I'm not sold. First, I don't go to the movies to get sad. I wanna get sad all I gotta do is turn on the news. Second, I really care about two kids at the end of WWII? Anyone still remember December 7th? That's the problem with the "Millenial generation", everyone is worried to death about everyone's feelings. Well, what you gonna do when that group comes along that's feeling froggy and wants your lilly pad? The killer instinct is going away. Eat or be eaten. If you don't take it, nobody is giving it to you, pal. yeah, save it I know I'm a dinosaur and there is no place for me in the "New America". Yada yada.

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Sorry, that one kinda took a dark turn outta nowhere!!! lol Getting cranky in my old age!!! LOL Wait until "Still Servant" see's this!!!! He's gonna get a boner!!! LOL

Anyway, I'm glad you all love and enjoy the film. I'm gonna pass though, thank you. I don't generally enjoy Japanese animation. Just a matter of taste is all. It's not for me. Best of luck though.

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Says the Boomer snowflake that got bent out of shape when I posted a scene from Schindler's List.

“Boomer,” eh? God forbid anyone be over 45 years old...

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Originally Posted by Merlin1958

First, I don't go to the movies to get sad.

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So you never watch dramas? They're the majority of all movies.

I just watched Grave of the Fireflies for the first time a few weeks ago. And I truly would consider it an amazing film. I dont think it should be written off because it's animated. Yes, it's a heartbreaking story. And I wanted to bawl my eyes out by the end. But isn't that a sign of a powerful film? And this isn't a dig at other films that are nominated because you all know I also love a really good cheesy film that is purely for entertaining. Most of the films from the 80s that I love are those types of films. But films can also go beyond entertainment and tell great stories as well. I would definitely recommend that film to any film lover.

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Originally Posted by St. Troy

“Boomer,” eh? God forbid anyone be over 45 years old...

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Actually, the youngest of the baby boomer generation is in their mid 50's.

@Bill - my friend I can't tell if you're trolling or not, but it's sad that you can't celebrate one of the most beautiful, moving films ever made. I implore you to watch it if you haven't already. Guarantee you'll change your tune after experiencing the profound masterpiece that is Grave of the Fireflies.

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Originally Posted by fernandito

@Bill - my friend I can't tell if you're trolling or not, but it's sad that you can't celebrate one of the most beautiful, moving films ever made. I implore you to watch it if you haven't already. Guarantee you'll change your tune after experiencing the profound masterpiece that is Grave of the Fireflies.

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Trolling? Nice thanks dude. God forbid anyone disagree or not go with your advice with you cretins.

And Mae, every drama is not a tear jerker which is what you described. So, NO I don't go to a film to have a cry. Now, as long as you are all bemoaning the "power" of this film and how emotional it is, have any of you seen "Pride of the Yankees"? No, I doubt it, but it is also an excellent and emotional film but is likely not your cup of tea. That's cool, but you don't have me ganging up on you guys and bemoaning the fact that you didn't watch it do you? You guys are all the "Next Generation" right with tolerance for everyone and all that? Yeah, tolerance for everyone that agrees with you. I'm out.

Yeahhh the difference is we're not shit talking a movie we haven't even seen it. :lol:

Think about it dude.

I loved The Pride of the Yankees and I do not follow baseball at all. A great film is a great film regardless of how you come at it.