Tomb Raider (2018) (Post-release)
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kristen jones
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Re: Tomb Raider Re-boot
I'm quite excited for it as well.
I am sort of hoping that this outfit she's wearing is preliminary, and that they didn't intentionally leave out so many details from the iconic Reborn outfit from the game.
However, if the story is good, i can forgive some differences in the outfit. :-D
I'm quite excited for it as well.
I am sort of hoping that this outfit she's wearing is preliminary, and that they didn't intentionally leave out so many details from the iconic Reborn outfit from the game.
However, if the story is good, i can forgive some differences in the outfit. :-D
kristen jones
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To each, their own.
I don't personally think I'd enjoy a CG fest...I have the games for that.
I'm not familiar with her work...and that may be a good thing as I won't have preconceptions about whom she is.
And I'd be very pleased if the movie's story line follows the plot of the first game. I enjoyed that immensely, and think that it could translate very well to the screen.
All in all, I remain positive, and look forward to seeing more.
To each, their own.
I don't personally think I'd enjoy a CG fest...I have the games for that.
I'm not familiar with her work...and that may be a good thing as I won't have preconceptions about whom she is.
And I'd be very pleased if the movie's story line follows the plot of the first game. I enjoyed that immensely, and think that it could translate very well to the screen.
All in all, I remain positive, and look forward to seeing more.
Riceball
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Agreed, there are worse story lines out there to base a movie on and as it is the game was pretty cinematic in nature, I definitely think that it will translate well on screen.
Agreed, there are worse story lines out there to base a movie on and as it is the game was pretty cinematic in nature, I definitely think that it will translate well on screen.
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kristen jones
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http://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood...ra-croft-alicia-vikander-exclusive-first-look
Gimpdiggity
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She's definitely got the look down.
Hoping it it turns out well...these newer games have shown that the character can be more than just a sex symbol...and I think if done right the movies could be a GREAT franchise.
She's definitely got the look down.
Hoping it it turns out well...these newer games have shown that the character can be more than just a sex symbol...and I think if done right the movies could be a GREAT franchise.
kristen jones
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Re: Tomb Raider Re-boot
I agree... and hope that this is the start of that.
Though the costumer in me is sad that what we see on her ATM isn't closer to the game outfit, i can totally forgive that if the story and portrayals are on point.
I'd love to see the stories in the games brought to the screen--as long as they are written well and acted superbly.
I agree... and hope that this is the start of that.
Though the costumer in me is sad that what we see on her ATM isn't closer to the game outfit, i can totally forgive that if the story and portrayals are on point.
I'd love to see the stories in the games brought to the screen--as long as they are written well and acted superbly.
Cephus
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Unfortunately, the new games have also shown that she's just an abuse magnet. She gets the crap kicked out of her constantly, and since it's all done in cutscenes, there's no way to avoid every single trap she walks into, even if you, as the player, can see it coming a mile away.
Unfortunately, the new games have also shown that she's just an abuse magnet. She gets the crap kicked out of her constantly, and since it's all done in cutscenes, there's no way to avoid every single trap she walks into, even if you, as the player, can see it coming a mile away.
Axlotl
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That's a unique complaint. It never occurred to me that she was an "abuse magnet".
I figured these are the kinds of things that are likely to happen when you're racing against time in unfamiliar terrain with an army of psychopaths on your heels.
My one complaint about the first game was the huge deal it made of Lara's first kill - how traumatic it was for her - and how that was completely forgotten in 5 seconds as I raced through the burning village murdering every chump in my way, and later in the game as I continuously experimented with more entertaining ways of murdering dudes.
I'd prefer for the movie if they made killing a last resort for Lara and focused on her outwitting enemies instead.
That, to my mind, would send a stronger "girl-power" message than "Murder everyone!!!"
That's a unique complaint. It never occurred to me that she was an "abuse magnet".
I figured these are the kinds of things that are likely to happen when you're racing against time in unfamiliar terrain with an army of psychopaths on your heels.
My one complaint about the first game was the huge deal it made of Lara's first kill - how traumatic it was for her - and how that was completely forgotten in 5 seconds as I raced through the burning village murdering every chump in my way, and later in the game as I continuously experimented with more entertaining ways of murdering dudes.
I'd prefer for the movie if they made killing a last resort for Lara and focused on her outwitting enemies instead.
That, to my mind, would send a stronger "girl-power" message than "Murder everyone!!!"
Cephus
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Except it happens to her constantly, even in the second game where you'd think she'd know what she was doing. She still gets the crap kicked out of her all the way through. I really can't think of any shooter games (which is what the new games are) where the male protagonist gets abused constantly like Lara does.
It was a bit jarring, yes. I was more bothered by it because after going through the emotional trauma of killing that first deer, you really didn't need to kill any more animals throughout the game. If it doesn't turn out to be a big deal, why do it at all?
That will just mean the movie will fail. I don't want to see "girl-power", I want to see "gender is irrelevant". If you're going to make her an action hero, make her an action hero. Violence is what sells in those movies. I get so sick and tired of people wanting "female heroes". Just make heroes. Gender shouldn't matter. Make the best movie you can with the best cast you can and the best script that you can and who cares what genitals the characters have?
Except it happens to her constantly, even in the second game where you'd think she'd know what she was doing. She still gets the crap kicked out of her all the way through. I really can't think of any shooter games (which is what the new games are) where the male protagonist gets abused constantly like Lara does.
It was a bit jarring, yes. I was more bothered by it because after going through the emotional trauma of killing that first deer, you really didn't need to kill any more animals throughout the game. If it doesn't turn out to be a big deal, why do it at all?
That will just mean the movie will fail. I don't want to see "girl-power", I want to see "gender is irrelevant". If you're going to make her an action hero, make her an action hero. Violence is what sells in those movies. I get so sick and tired of people wanting "female heroes". Just make heroes. Gender shouldn't matter. Make the best movie you can with the best cast you can and the best script that you can and who cares what genitals the characters have?
Axlotl
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I agree completely. I thought you were making a feminism reference with your "abuse magnet" comment, and I was responding to that.
I'm just very tired of violence for the sake of violence in movies. It's as though Hollywood believes that's the only way to solve problems, and that isn't true at all.
They have a real opportunity here to create an iconic, positive role model for kids. I hope they do, and I hope I'm not setting myself up for disappointment with lofty expectations.
I agree completely. I thought you were making a feminism reference with your "abuse magnet" comment, and I was responding to that.
I'm just very tired of violence for the sake of violence in movies. It's as though Hollywood believes that's the only way to solve problems, and that isn't true at all.
They have a real opportunity here to create an iconic, positive role model for kids. I hope they do, and I hope I'm not setting myself up for disappointment with lofty expectations.
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Cephus
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Nope, feminism is stupid. However, in the new games at least, Lara Croft is getting abused a lot more than her male counterparts in other games. I don't know if that's on purpose because of her gender, but I'm certainly not the only one who noticed it.
And violence is part of the action/adventure genre. Nobody would go see Indiana Jones if he spent the whole movie in the library, researching artifacts. That's not what the genre does. There are other genres out there if you're disturbed by this one.
Nope, feminism is stupid. However, in the new games at least, Lara Croft is getting abused a lot more than her male counterparts in other games. I don't know if that's on purpose because of her gender, but I'm certainly not the only one who noticed it.
And violence is part of the action/adventure genre. Nobody would go see Indiana Jones if he spent the whole movie in the library, researching artifacts. That's not what the genre does. There are other genres out there if you're disturbed by this one.
kristen jones
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kristen jones
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Speaking as someone who has had their particular demographic WELL represented in action movies since... like, ever.
I for one am happy that there is a new trend toward showing capable female heroes...especially when they aren't portrayed as overtly sexy.
I don't want Lady heroes just for Lady Heroes' sake.... but I do want them. Not at the expense of a good story, however.
While playing the game i reckon i mostly thought of her "abuse" as part of her learning curve... since she generally learned new skills as a result of those trials. It felt like she was growing her skill set, and also hardening a part of herself in order to be able to handle what comes next.
Speaking as someone who has had their particular demographic WELL represented in action movies since... like, ever.
I for one am happy that there is a new trend toward showing capable female heroes...especially when they aren't portrayed as overtly sexy.
I don't want Lady heroes just for Lady Heroes' sake.... but I do want them. Not at the expense of a good story, however.
While playing the game i reckon i mostly thought of her "abuse" as part of her learning curve... since she generally learned new skills as a result of those trials. It felt like she was growing her skill set, and also hardening a part of herself in order to be able to handle what comes next.
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Axlotl
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Re: Tomb Raider Re-boot
If I had known I was poking a troll I never would have quoted you.
Don't worry, it won't happen again.
If I had known I was poking a troll I never would have quoted you.
Don't worry, it won't happen again.
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