Across the Universe

325_fan · Post by **325_fan** » Mon May 07, 2007 6:56 am

http://www.apple.com/trailers/sony_pictures/acrosstheuniverse/

nattiep · Post by **nattiep** » Mon May 07, 2007 8:33 am

Yup, saw that trailer when I went to see Spider-Man 3. ****** me off big time. I even had to shout at the screen ("Stop ruining the classics!") to make myself feel better. Really the only thing that bothers me is the soundtrack is all covers.. can they not afford the real songs?

tennis_nick · Post by **tennis_nick** » Mon May 07, 2007 8:39 am

No they can't!

I'm at a crossroads about this movie. Yes it's kinda cheesy and a strange idea. on the other hand, it's bringing Beatles songs to a generation of people who haven't listened/ haven't appreciated the Beatles like we have.

HOPEFULLY, A few fergie, Black Eyed Peas, Hip-hop whatever fans will go see this movie, appreciate strong songwritting ability and look into old fashioned great music.

If we convert 5, it'll be worth it.

leesh · Post by **leesh** » Mon May 07, 2007 8:53 am

Bono's in it....if that means anything

Scastles · Post by **Scastles** » Mon May 07, 2007 9:10 am

While it's not exactly how I would like to see the Beatles work presented, it might, as Nick said, inspire the younger generation to appreciate Lennon/McCartney compositions. However, many may never know who originally did the tunes.

teeder · Post by **teeder** » Mon May 07, 2007 9:34 am

"Bono's in it....if that means anything"

It means my interest level just dropped. Thanks for the warning!

lyle_from_minneapolis · Mon May 07, 2007 9:49 am

beefandbones · Post by **beefandbones** » Mon May 07, 2007 11:10 am

"Charles Manson stole this movie from the Beatles, and we're stealing it back!"

alanz · Post by **alanz** » Mon May 07, 2007 6:33 pm

I think it's great.

ealdrett · Post by **ealdrett** » Tue May 08, 2007 7:23 am

I like it and glad to see the spirit of The Beatles is being carried on to new generations.
You'd be surprise by the number of young kids who know Beatles music and love it.
I say more power to the movie and music.

teeder · Post by **teeder** » Tue May 08, 2007 8:44 am

My son is in 2nd grade and that's his favorite band. He has a lot of friends that like them too.

sloop_john_b · Post by **sloop_john_b** » Tue May 08, 2007 8:55 am

It looks cool, and I liked some of those renditions too.

However, many may never know who originally did the tunes.

If someone within the film's intended target audience (agewise) goes to see the film and doesn't know who wrote or sang the songs, chances are they never will, nor will they ever care, either.

Scastles · Post by **Scastles** » Tue May 08, 2007 10:00 am

That was exactly my point, John!

bosifis · Post by **bosifis** » Wed May 09, 2007 5:16 pm

The only think I like about the trailer is the a cappella verse of "Girl" at the beginning. Aside from that.....ehhhhhh....

nattiep · Post by **nattiep** » Wed May 09, 2007 7:33 pm

I heard that version of Girl and said "NOOOO!!!" and they kept spitting out bad Beatles covers. Imho you can't cover the Beatles. It just can't be done right. So people should stop trying. And naming the characters around the songs?! Pfft, please.