Apocalypse Now

Slime · 17 Apr 2010 at 18:32

Having never seen this, I might give it a watch tonight. Do I go for the original or redux? Redux is longer....right?

Irish_Tom · 17 Apr 2010 at 18:43

Redux definitely – one of my all-time favourite films.

Just don't expect the action of 'We Were Soldiers' or the latest Hollywood blockbuster.

It's a slow burner but it's a damn good watch.

"andy" · 17 Apr 2010 at 18:43

redux. theres more kilgore and that can only be a great thing

Quint · 17 Apr 2010 at 18:48

You might be better off with the original imo, if you like it, watch the redux next time as its a bit drawn out. Or maybe you got nowt better to do tonight so what the hell, redux it.

jp_bl_68 · 17 Apr 2010 at 18:51

Panzerbjorn said:
Redux definitely – one of my all-time favourite films.

It's a slow burner but it's a damn good watch.

This. It's about 3h20m so you might want to get cracking if you plan to watch it tonight.

manoz · 17 Apr 2010 at 20:06

Redux, like someone said, more Kilgore. My favourite Coppola film.

Cosimo · 17 Apr 2010 at 20:10

It has to be Redux. Can I persuade her to watch it tonight.

"andy" · 17 Apr 2010 at 20:25

manoz said:
Redux, like someone said, more Kilgore. My favourite Coppola film.

i had to watch his highlights on on you tube after reading this thread. what a guy!

Cob · 17 Apr 2010 at 20:26

Redux.

But don't fall asleep during the French plantation scene. It's been the downfall of many a viewer.

TonyM19 · 18 Apr 2010 at 11:52

Cob said:
Redux.

But don't fall asleep during the French plantation scene. It's been the downfall of many a viewer.

Completely agree. You can see why it was cut.

p4radox · 18 Apr 2010 at 12:26

I watched Redux and found it incredibly dull. I haven't seen the original though.

Hudzy · 18 Apr 2010 at 12:43

Redux is pretty much the only film I've had real trouble staying awake for. I'll give it another chance some day though.

JBuk · 18 Apr 2010 at 13:12

Redux

& drink plenty of Redbull

Sankari · 18 Apr 2010 at 15:11

It's Redux or nothing. Buy a cow and remember to kill it at the right moment. This is essential for the ambience.

Pay close attention during the French plantation scene. The entire movie hinges on a crucial 3-minute dialogue within that scene. I won't say any more unless I spoil it for you.

:cool:

thepharcyde · 18 Apr 2010 at 16:19

Awesome film

Pen66 · 18 Apr 2010 at 19:24

I've only watched the original and quite enjoyed it, is it worth watching the redux?

silversurfer · 18 Apr 2010 at 19:40

Redux is the one with the playboy bunnies right. I like that they had all that footage and the version exists but the actual original cut was the best. Theres no need to watch redux on the first go unless you like longer films

What was your verdict slime

jp_bl_68 · 18 Apr 2010 at 19:41

Pen66 said:
I've only watched the original and quite enjoyed it, is it worth watching the redux?

If you liked the original and have got three and a half hours to spare then yes. I saw Redux first and loved it, the original feels incomplete by comparison.

Grimley · 18 Apr 2010 at 19:49

I just wish they'd hurry up & bring this out on blu-ray.

manoz · 18 Apr 2010 at 22:27

There is a documentry called "Hearts of Darkness - A Director's Apocalypse". That's worth watching too.