Apr 19 2009, 01:11 AM
QUOTE(stringfellow @ Apr 19 2009, 12:50 AM)
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Summer is almost upon us, and starting from next month, as per tradition, summer blockbuster movies are lining up to woo our intentions, our money, and our interest in them. Since Nokia's departure to Melbourne, it has been a while since we had an iPhone TT, so this thread is posted to gauge and gather info on whether iPhone users/potential users in here are interested to gather and attend another edition of the iPhone TT. But instead of the usual meet-and-greet at usual haunts, I have this idea of holding a TT + Movie gathering to spice things up a bit. This very thread serves to gauge the interest in such a TT, and if there are, to also determine the suitable date, venue, and if the idea of a Movie TT is sound to everyone here, the movie of choice.
I am keen on the idea of a Movie TT itself, where we can blend having fun at the movies and a makan/drink TT at a venue of choice. The after-effects of watching a movie with a groups of friends is usually condusive to generate camaraderie and fellowship, so a TT right after a movie would help do just that.
The movies themselves, here are the candidates, based on their projected release date in Malaysia:-
Star Trek - Release date May 8th 2009 - Rated PG-13
Star Trek: Synopsis - *Warning: Movie spoilers ahead!*
Terminator Salvation - Release date May 28th 2009 - Rated PG-13
Terminator Salvation: Synopsis - *Warning: Movie spoilers ahead!*
Angels & Demons - Release date May 14th 2009 - Rated ??
Angels & Demons: Synopsis - *Warning: Movie spoilers ahead!*
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen - Release date June 26th 2009 - Rated PG-13
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: Synopsis - *Warning: Movie spoilers ahead!*
Personally, I'm leaning towards either Star Trek OR Terminator Salvation myself, as this allow ample time to prep for the details and interest, as well as arrangement for the movie-watching at the venue itself. Terminator Salvation would be ideal, since it would be a month away from now, so that gives more than enough time (I think) for attendees to mull things over before making any decision. Transformer: Revenge of the Fallen is 2 months away from today, so by the time this TT happens, the interest in it may have waned. However, it should not stop a second similar iPhone Movie TT with Transformers 2 as the chosen movie if anyone wants it.
I am keen on the idea of a Movie TT itself, where we can blend having fun at the movies and a makan/drink TT at a venue of choice. The after-effects of watching a movie with a groups of friends is usually condusive to generate camaraderie and fellowship, so a TT right after a movie would help do just that.
The movies themselves, here are the candidates, based on their projected release date in Malaysia:-
Star Trek - Release date May 8th 2009 - Rated PG-13
Star Trek: Synopsis - *Warning: Movie spoilers ahead!*
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From the first scene the Star Trek universe as we knew it has changed forever. Kirk is now an angry wayward young man looking for trouble.He fights with Starfleet cadets in Iowa when a Capt. Pike takes an interest in him, finding out he's the only 'genius level repeat offender in the Midwest'. Pike dares Kirk to join Starfleet, goading him with the legacy of his father. A young Spock is tortured over his mixed heritage, the emotions he fights to control and the very different paths he has before him. He must choose between the Vulcan world which will never accept him as anything other than 'half human' and Starfleet Academy, worlds away from everything he has ever known. We meet Dr 'Bones' McCoy and a young linguist Uhura at the Academy and watch as a headstrong Kirk wreaks havoc on Starfleet's rules and regulations.Kirk's antics culminate in his reprogramming the famous Kobayashi Maru test and consequent disciplinary hearing. He comes face to face with the scenario creator, Mr Spock. As this unfolds; a vicious Romulan from the future is hell bent on vengeance upon 'Ambassador' Spock and nothing will get in his way. The fleet is called to arms as peril aims at the heart of the Federation and Kirk and Spock are irrevocably pulled together to save the galaxy - for the first time.
Terminator Salvation - Release date May 28th 2009 - Rated PG-13
Terminator Salvation: Synopsis - *Warning: Movie spoilers ahead!*
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Set in post-apocalyptic 2018, John Connor is the man fated to lead the human resistance against Skynet and its army of Terminators. But the future Connor was raised to believe in is altered in part by the appearance of Marcus Wright, a stranger whose last memory is of being on death row. Connor must decide whether Marcus has been sent from the future, or rescued from the past. As Skynet prepares its final onslaught, Connor and Marcus both embark on an odyssey that takes them into the heart of Skynet’s operations, where they uncover the terrible secret behind the possible annihilation of mankind.
Angels & Demons - Release date May 14th 2009 - Rated ??
Angels & Demons: Synopsis - *Warning: Movie spoilers ahead!*
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When Langdon discovers evidence of the resurgence of an ancient secret brotherhood known as the Illuminati - the most powerful underground organization in history - he also faces a deadly threat to the existence of the secret organization's most despised enemy: the Catholic Church. When Langdon learns that the clock is ticking on an unstoppable Illuminati time bomb, he jets to Rome, where he joins forces with Vittoria Vetra, a beautiful and enigmatic Italian scientist. Embarking on a nonstop, action-packed hunt through sealed crypts, dangerous catacombs, deserted cathedrals, and even to the heart of the most secretive vault on earth, Langdon and Vetra will follow a 400-year-old trail of ancient symbols that mark the Vatican's only hope for survival.
Angels and Demons was the reclusive authors third novel after he gave up his job as an English teacher. It tells the story of Langdons brush with a shadowy secret society, the Illuminati, and his frantic quest for the worlds most powerful energy source, in the company of a beautiful Italian physicist whose father, a brilliant physicist, has been murdered.
The team behind the global phenomenon "The Da Vinci Code" returns for the highly anticipated "Angels & Demons," based upon the bestselling novel by Dan Brown. Tom Hanks reprises his role as Harvard religious expert Robert Langdon, who once again finds that forces with ancient roots are willing to stop at nothing, even murder, to advance their goals.
Angels and Demons was the reclusive authors third novel after he gave up his job as an English teacher. It tells the story of Langdons brush with a shadowy secret society, the Illuminati, and his frantic quest for the worlds most powerful energy source, in the company of a beautiful Italian physicist whose father, a brilliant physicist, has been murdered.
The team behind the global phenomenon "The Da Vinci Code" returns for the highly anticipated "Angels & Demons," based upon the bestselling novel by Dan Brown. Tom Hanks reprises his role as Harvard religious expert Robert Langdon, who once again finds that forces with ancient roots are willing to stop at nothing, even murder, to advance their goals.
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen - Release date June 26th 2009 - Rated PG-13
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: Synopsis - *Warning: Movie spoilers ahead!*
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Revenge is coming. Decepticon forces return to Earth on a mission to take Sam Witwicky prisoner, after the young hero learns the truth about the ancient origins of the Transformers. Joining the mission to protect humankind is Optimus Prime, who forms an alliance with international armies for a second epic battle.
Personally, I'm leaning towards either Star Trek OR Terminator Salvation myself, as this allow ample time to prep for the details and interest, as well as arrangement for the movie-watching at the venue itself. Terminator Salvation would be ideal, since it would be a month away from now, so that gives more than enough time (I think) for attendees to mull things over before making any decision. Transformer: Revenge of the Fallen is 2 months away from today, so by the time this TT happens, the interest in it may have waned. However, it should not stop a second similar iPhone Movie TT with Transformers 2 as the chosen movie if anyone wants it.
I've experience handling and organizing movie events previously, from booking the entire hall of Gold Class at GSC Berjaya Times Square for the screening of Star Wars Episode III for the LYN PSP gathering at that time. 48 seats in the house, 48 attendees, we had the hall all to ourselves. I've also contacts on the inside, more on the TGV side than GSC (but that can be arranged) so that we could arrange advance ticket purchasing to secure good seats should this TT turns out in huge numbers. *I've organized the Matrix Revolutions 100-strong attendance movie-watching gathering at GSC Midvalley, complete with attendees wearing clothing themed to the movie (all black, we even have a forumer and a good friend attend complete with the Neo outfit!)*
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Since this is based on when these movies opens, I would suggest the weekends of which these movie premieres. So:-
Star Trek opens May 8th on Friday, we can make it either 9th or 10th of May which is a Saturday or a Sunday.
Angels & Demons opens on May 14th on Thursday, we can make it either 16th or 17th of May which is a Saturday or a Sunday.
Terminator Salvation opens on May 28th on Thursday, we can make it either 30th or 31st of May which is a Saturday or a Sunday.
I'll leave Transformer 2 out of the possible list, since it is 2 months away, but the same rules may apply. The reason being making it on weekend is so that we can assure attendance, and so that attendees dont have to hurry over for other errands or appointments on the next day. If there are other days in which falls within the month of May that constitutes a public holiday that may be suitable for a candidate for a date for this possible iPhone Movie TT, please post them here as well.
Venue, I leave it up to you guys. Besides comfortable seats and good cinema circuit/hall of choice, since it is a TT after all, we'll need to adjourn to a makan/TT venue so that the usual activities of a TT can be done there. Suggestions on the venue, both of the movie itself, and the TT afterwards/or before, are definitely welcomed. We need all the info we can get here.
The rest, I leave it up to the crowd here to mull over. If the interest of a TT does not suit or not in the mind of you guys here, anything other suggestions are also most welcomes. The reason a Movie + TT is picked here is to offer variety to the usual meet-and-greet at Starbucks for the usual jailbreaks/themes intros/catching up sessions that usually happens at these TTs. EVERYONE IS WELCOMED, from the already veteran owners of the iPhone, to the on-the-fence potential consumers, to even those interested Windows-to-Mac switchers infact. If the response is encouraging, the choice of hall (Gold Class or normal hall seats) depends on the number of interested parties.
If there are interested parties, I'd appreciate if you could post your interest in which movie/date/venue/number or attendees, based on this template:-
The ball is on your court.
Star Trek opens May 8th on Friday, we can make it either 9th or 10th of May which is a Saturday or a Sunday.
Angels & Demons opens on May 14th on Thursday, we can make it either 16th or 17th of May which is a Saturday or a Sunday.
Terminator Salvation opens on May 28th on Thursday, we can make it either 30th or 31st of May which is a Saturday or a Sunday.
I'll leave Transformer 2 out of the possible list, since it is 2 months away, but the same rules may apply. The reason being making it on weekend is so that we can assure attendance, and so that attendees dont have to hurry over for other errands or appointments on the next day. If there are other days in which falls within the month of May that constitutes a public holiday that may be suitable for a candidate for a date for this possible iPhone Movie TT, please post them here as well.
Venue, I leave it up to you guys. Besides comfortable seats and good cinema circuit/hall of choice, since it is a TT after all, we'll need to adjourn to a makan/TT venue so that the usual activities of a TT can be done there. Suggestions on the venue, both of the movie itself, and the TT afterwards/or before, are definitely welcomed. We need all the info we can get here.
The rest, I leave it up to the crowd here to mull over. If the interest of a TT does not suit or not in the mind of you guys here, anything other suggestions are also most welcomes. The reason a Movie + TT is picked here is to offer variety to the usual meet-and-greet at Starbucks for the usual jailbreaks/themes intros/catching up sessions that usually happens at these TTs. EVERYONE IS WELCOMED, from the already veteran owners of the iPhone, to the on-the-fence potential consumers, to even those interested Windows-to-Mac switchers infact. If the response is encouraging, the choice of hall (Gold Class or normal hall seats) depends on the number of interested parties.
If there are interested parties, I'd appreciate if you could post your interest in which movie/date/venue/number or attendees, based on this template:-
CODE
Callsign/Forum name:
Preferred Movie:
Preferred Date:
Preferred Venue:
Possible number of attendees (including yourself):
Preferred Movie:
Preferred Date:
Preferred Venue:
Possible number of attendees (including yourself):
The ball is on your court.
Added on April 19, 2009, 1:12 amand i'm coming as well!
This post has been edited by nokia2003: Apr 19 2009, 01:13 AM
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