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caughtbywitness · 16th Nov 2011, 03:43 AM

Has anyone ever watched it?

Robert · 16th Nov 2011, 04:08 AM

Everyone on this whole forum has watched it.

Mad Man L · 16th Nov 2011, 04:28 AM

I have. Sad sad sad sad sad movie. I actually cried during it, which has never happened to me when watching a movie.

fiddledeedee · 16th Nov 2011, 10:34 AM

I have watched it. Go poking around and looking for it online – it is there. It is an incredibly powerful film and I am keeping it in mind for if my mother ever becomes less accepting or something. Maybe I will just show it to her because everyone should watch it, though.

jsmurf · 16th Nov 2011, 10:49 AM

Beautiful movie, amazingly cute actor, great storyline because it's true...

djt820 · 16th Nov 2011, 02:39 PM

Not a very good film.

Doctor Faustus · 16th Nov 2011, 02:44 PM

(googles)

OH YES I MEANT TO WATCH THIS.

MusicMan12 · 16th Nov 2011, 03:03 PM

GREAT movie. I've been trying to get my parents to watch it, but they just refuse to for some reason

reallyrandomguy · 16th Nov 2011, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by djt820

Not a very good film.

Just curious, why do you think it's not a very good film?

I personally enjoyed it, even if some of the editing was somewhat predictable. I particularly liked the flashbacks and mental images that were portrayed during the bridge scene. (Particularly the empty hotel and barbed wire. Interesting directing choice.)

It's a very moving story, imo. Especially being Christian myself and living about five minutes away from Walnut Creek.

**Chip** · 16th Nov 2011, 05:14 PM

Don't feed the troll.

Keelin · 16th Nov 2011, 06:35 PM

^ very true

djt820 · 17th Nov 2011, 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by reallyrandomguy

Quote:

Originally Posted by djt820

Not a very good film.

Just curious, why do you think it's not a very good film?

I personally enjoyed it, even if some of the editing was somewhat predictable. I particularly liked the flashbacks and mental images that were portrayed during the bridge scene. (Particularly the empty hotel and barbed wire. Interesting directing choice.)

It's a very moving story, imo. Especially being Christian myself and living about five minutes away from Walnut Creek.

Badly directed. The story was nonsensical when it hit the climax which I won't spoil. It was so unexpected going from the flow of the story and the situation of the Bobby at the time. Could have been executed WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY better. Uwe Boll could have executed it better. It killed the movie for me. I personally didn't like the resolution of the story either.

And I'm not trolling. I'm telling the god damn truth. It wasn't a good movie.

Want to watch an amazing LGBT movie though? Watch "Boys Don't Cry" if you haven't. Stay away from the trashy, predictable LGBT movies.

Revan · 17th Nov 2011, 01:22 AM

djt djt djt. Sad thing is, it's not a movie, it's an actual life event. It's based on a novel called Prayers for Bobby which is actually based on Mary Griffith and her coming to terms with her son Bobby Griffith's death. Most of it is basically how it happened because Mary Griffith was directly involved with the film. So saying you didn't like the resolution, the flow, blah blah blah is basically you saying you don't like Bobby Griffith's life and how it played out. Good on you man. If you actually knew this factor already, well then I'm more or less slightly shocked because you say watch Boys Don't Cry, another film based on a true story, and claim it's better than a film that's based on a true story. Kind of contradictory if you ask me.

**Gerry** · 17th Nov 2011, 01:30 AM

Yes I have watched it. And it's a very sad movie but it's one of my favorite LGBT films.

djt820 · 17th Nov 2011, 01:34 AM

Oh lol.

Just because a film is based on a true event, doesn't mean that the movie can't be criticized. The film is not replica of Bobby's life. No film could ever replicate one's life; we can only artistically take an educated guess. Your insult saying I didn't like the way his life turned out is stupid, holds no water, and is completely unnecessary. For me to not like how someone's life turned out, I'd have to know them VERY well personally. And last time I checked, I never met Bobby. I watched a fucking film.

I don't care at all how accurate the film is, I want to be entertained by a film and the flow of this film and the sudden transition killed the mood and feeling of the film. The climax held no water. Sigourney is overall an amazing actor but not even she can save this film. It feels like a Lifetime film.

Boys Don't Cry on the other hand, wasn't totally predictable, had a great flow and atmosphere, and was competently directed. MIND YOU, the film ISN'T 100% accurate to the real story. Do some reading and you'll find that out. But to me, that doesn't matter. I was moved by the movie because of the direction and the story.

You can't give me shit because I didn't like a film you did like. I provided my opinion and my reasons for not liking it respectively. If you can't actually disprove my points (especially when you try to insult me), then stop typing and press the back button.

Thanks.

**Chip** · 17th Nov 2011, 01:44 AM

As I said, don't feed the troll.

Revan · 17th Nov 2011, 01:54 AM

I know, I read the book thanks. I didn't insult you I simply said I'm shocked you're comparing two films based on true stories and saying one is better than the other, I liked both, I found them equally enjoyable. Case closed, you have your opinion, I have mine, done.

Chip sorry just had to finish that off.

djt820 · 17th Nov 2011, 01:57 AM

Yup. Opinions. Subjectivity. They're all around and everyone has the right to voice them.

Also, you might want to re-read your original statement and re-think what an insult is.

Austin · 17th Nov 2011, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Corporal Sparks

Everyone on this whole forum has watched it.

Thanks for calling me a nobody.

DJNay · 17th Nov 2011, 05:00 AM

one of my favourite films!

16th Nov 2011, 03:43 AM	#1
caughtbywitness Well Known Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: I really don't know anymore Out Status: Most people (: Location: Shropshire Age: 16 Posts: 131 Join Date: Oct 2011	Prayers for Bobby? Has anyone ever watched it?

16th Nov 2011, 04:08 AM	#2
Robert EC Addict Full Member Gender: Male ♂ Orientation: Gay Out Status: Some people Location: World Posts: 971 Join Date: Jun 2011	Re: Prayers for Bobby? Everyone on this whole forum has watched it. __________________ "I am like a mirror that dares not be what nature made it, but feels obligated, always, to reflect what surrounds it." - Frederick II of Prussia. "England is a Prison" - Gerrard Winstanley

16th Nov 2011, 04:28 AM	#3
Mad Man L EC Addict Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Bisexual Out Status: All but family Location: Brisbane, Australia Age: 16 Posts: 1,244 Join Date: Jul 2011	Re: Prayers for Bobby? I have. Sad sad sad sad sad movie. I actually cried during it, which has never happened to me when watching a movie. __________________ I really should get a proper signature...

16th Nov 2011, 10:34 AM	#4
fiddledeedee 22/12-31/12+X! Full Member Gender: Complicated female Orientation: Bisexual Out Status: Most, sans Dad Location: England Age: 15 Posts: 1,128 Join Date: May 2011	Re: Prayers for Bobby? I have watched it. Go poking around and looking for it online – it is there. It is an incredibly powerful film and I am keeping it in mind for if my mother ever becomes less accepting or something. Maybe I will just show it to her because everyone should watch it, though. __________________ A problem should be measured not by the cause of the problem but by the consequences it has on a person. ~ Anfauglith

16th Nov 2011, 10:49 AM	#5
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16th Nov 2011, 02:39 PM	#6
djt820 Brutally Honest Regular Member Gender: Male Orientation: DICKS EVERYWHERE Out Status: Like A Cock Slapping Your Face Kind-of Out. Location: SoCal Age: 19 Posts: 1,282 Join Date: Feb 2009	Re: Prayers for Bobby? Not a very good film. __________________

16th Nov 2011, 02:44 PM	#7
Doctor Faustus EC's resident Philosopher at Large Regular Member Gender: Male Orientation: Not straight. But only interested in men. xD Out Status: People who ask me. People whom I trust. Location: Basingstoke Posts: 1,610 Join Date: Oct 2011	Re: Prayers for Bobby? (googles) OH YES I MEANT TO WATCH THIS. __________________ "I have found the paradox, that if you love until it hurts, there can be no more hurt, only more love." - Mother Teresa.

16th Nov 2011, 03:03 PM	#8
MusicMan12 Looking for advice and friends! Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: (Mostly) Closeted Gay Out Status: My parents Location: Chicago, IL USA Age: 20 Posts: 191 Join Date: Sep 2011	Re: Prayers for Bobby? GREAT movie. I've been trying to get my parents to watch it, but they just refuse to for some reason

16th Nov 2011, 05:14 PM	#10
Chip EC Advisor EC Admin Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: northern CA Posts: 5,581 Join Date: May 2008	Re: Prayers for Bobby? Don't feed the troll.

16th Nov 2011, 06:35 PM	#11
Keelin ... Full Member Gender: I have a girl's mind Orientation: --- Out Status: Not out at all Location: Pittsburg, PA Age: 14 Posts: 354 Join Date: May 2011	Re: Prayers for Bobby? ^ very true __________________ "Your sexuality is only a small part of who you are... Don't let it own you." ~Ukeye

17th Nov 2011, 01:22 AM	#13
Revan EC Addict Full Member Gender: M for MEEP! Orientation: Mutant and Proud Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Windsor, Ontario Age: 24 Posts: 6,565 Join Date: Jun 2005	Re: Prayers for Bobby? djt djt djt. Sad thing is, it's not a movie, it's an actual life event. It's based on a novel called Prayers for Bobby which is actually based on Mary Griffith and her coming to terms with her son Bobby Griffith's death. Most of it is basically how it happened because Mary Griffith was directly involved with the film. So saying you didn't like the resolution, the flow, blah blah blah is basically you saying you don't like Bobby Griffith's life and how it played out. Good on you man. If you actually knew this factor already, well then I'm more or less slightly shocked because you say watch Boys Don't Cry, another film based on a true story, and claim it's better than a film that's based on a true story. Kind of contradictory if you ask me. __________________ "Is there some reason my coffee isn't here? Has she died or something?" - Miranda Priestly. Strength is not defined by physical capacity, but by indomitable will. ~ Mahatma Gandhi Procrastination is like masturbation, in the end you just wind up screwing yourself.

17th Nov 2011, 01:30 AM	#14
Gerry We're all a little mad! EC Moderator Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Some people Location: Las Vegas Age: 24 Posts: 5,551 Join Date: Jan 2008	Re: Prayers for Bobby? Yes I have watched it. And it's a very sad movie but it's one of my favorite LGBT films. __________________ "Everybody's journey is individual. If you fall in love with a boy, you fall in love with a boy. The fact that many Americans consider it a disease says more about them than it does about homosexuality".-James Baldwin

17th Nov 2011, 01:34 AM	#15
djt820 Brutally Honest Regular Member Gender: Male Orientation: DICKS EVERYWHERE Out Status: Like A Cock Slapping Your Face Kind-of Out. Location: SoCal Age: 19 Posts: 1,282 Join Date: Feb 2009	Re: Prayers for Bobby? Oh lol. Just because a film is based on a true event, doesn't mean that the movie can't be criticized. The film is not replica of Bobby's life. No film could ever replicate one's life; we can only artistically take an educated guess. Your insult saying I didn't like the way his life turned out is stupid, holds no water, and is completely unnecessary. For me to not like how someone's life turned out, I'd have to know them VERY well personally. And last time I checked, I never met Bobby. I watched a fucking film. I don't care at all how accurate the film is, I want to be entertained by a film and the flow of this film and the sudden transition killed the mood and feeling of the film. The climax held no water. Sigourney is overall an amazing actor but not even she can save this film. It feels like a Lifetime film. Boys Don't Cry on the other hand, wasn't totally predictable, had a great flow and atmosphere, and was competently directed. MIND YOU, the film ISN'T 100% accurate to the real story. Do some reading and you'll find that out. But to me, that doesn't matter. I was moved by the movie because of the direction and the story. You can't give me shit because I didn't like a film you did like. I provided my opinion and my reasons for not liking it respectively. If you can't actually disprove my points (especially when you try to insult me), then stop typing and press the back button. Thanks. __________________

17th Nov 2011, 01:44 AM	#16
Chip EC Advisor EC Admin Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: northern CA Posts: 5,581 Join Date: May 2008	Re: Prayers for Bobby? As I said, don't feed the troll.

17th Nov 2011, 01:54 AM	#17
Revan EC Addict Full Member Gender: M for MEEP! Orientation: Mutant and Proud Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Windsor, Ontario Age: 24 Posts: 6,565 Join Date: Jun 2005	Re: Prayers for Bobby? I know, I read the book thanks. I didn't insult you I simply said I'm shocked you're comparing two films based on true stories and saying one is better than the other, I liked both, I found them equally enjoyable. Case closed, you have your opinion, I have mine, done. Chip sorry just had to finish that off. __________________ "Is there some reason my coffee isn't here? Has she died or something?" - Miranda Priestly. Strength is not defined by physical capacity, but by indomitable will. ~ Mahatma Gandhi Procrastination is like masturbation, in the end you just wind up screwing yourself.

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