Rounders 2: The Sequel
December 18th, 2013 at 6:15:09 PM
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Vegas Chatter is reporting a potential sequel to Damon and Norton's "Rounders".
Vegaschatter
I'm stoked.
Vegaschatter
I'm stoked.
Yo field, yo come, both gunna get you some!
December 18th, 2013 at 6:54:13 PM
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This is why I'm a Damon fan. How many A-listers would go for this? "Oh, you want to do a sequel to that low-budget cult classic I was in 15 years ago? Sure. I'll drop everything for that. Just send the filming dates."
"So as the clock ticked and the day passed, opportunity met preparation, and luck happened." - Maurice Clarett
December 18th, 2013 at 7:02:01 PM
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I never understood why he didn't get the Oscar for what I thought was his best work:
December 18th, 2013 at 7:11:21 PM
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That's going to be a tough one to out do. Unless its a tragedy, it won't be a good movie. Rise and fall is what America loves. Can't see the link on my phone, so just going with my opinion not knowing any details from the link.
I am a robot.
December 18th, 2013 at 7:15:17 PM
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Quote: PerditionI never understood why he didn't get the Oscar for what I thought was his best work:
LOL!! The sex scene in that movie (which does not include Matt Damon) is epic. IIRC, they couldn't get the voice for Damon to sound different enough from his actual voice, so they cut all the lines and made it only say "Matt Damon." I guess you know you're dedicated to satire when you actively patrol the differential from the subject of the caricature.
"So as the clock ticked and the day passed, opportunity met preparation, and luck happened." - Maurice Clarett
December 18th, 2013 at 7:33:33 PM
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I couldn't find the actual interview where they say this but this here is the story behind the Matt Damon Puppet:
Question: Does anyone know what the joke is about Matt Damon always calling out his name? Is it supposed to be a reference to something?
Answer: I read an interview with Trey Parker and Matt Stone where they said that they had not intended for it to be that way but that when they made the Matt Damon puppet, it looked so retarded that they thought it would be funny to just have him be retarded in the movie and only say his name. They said it was nothing personal against Matt Damon.
Question: Does anyone know what the joke is about Matt Damon always calling out his name? Is it supposed to be a reference to something?
Answer: I read an interview with Trey Parker and Matt Stone where they said that they had not intended for it to be that way but that when they made the Matt Damon puppet, it looked so retarded that they thought it would be funny to just have him be retarded in the movie and only say his name. They said it was nothing personal against Matt Damon.
December 18th, 2013 at 7:50:39 PM
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Guest starring Phil Helmuth to take the place of Chan. :P :P
December 18th, 2013 at 8:06:55 PM
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Bring back TEDDY KGB.
enough said.
enough said.
Its just a forum. Nothing here to get obsessed about.
December 19th, 2013 at 3:51:58 AM
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Why can't Hollywood leave things alone? At the least I hope they go the "Money Never Sleeps" route and call it something besides "Rounders II."
All animals are equal, but some are more equal than others
December 19th, 2013 at 4:05:12 AM
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Quote: AZDuffmanWhy can't Hollywood leave things alone? At the least I hope they go the "Money Never Sleeps" route and call it something besides "Rounders II."
Because it can work.
The Hustler, The color of Money
Terminator, Terminator 2
Godfather, Godfather part 2
The key, gotta tell a good story.
Its just a forum. Nothing here to get obsessed about.
December 19th, 2013 at 5:01:37 AM
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No matter how bad Hollywood's reputation is for sequels I'd give it a shot and go see it.
December 19th, 2013 at 6:21:15 AM
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December 19th, 2013 at 8:34:16 AM
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Quote: terapinedBecause it can work.
The Hustler, The color of Money
Terminator, Terminator 2
Godfather, Godfather part 2
The key, gotta tell a good story.
I am leaning toward it being worhwhile for one reason. Damon knows poker. He plays WSOP events. He know what doesnt ring true. Plus he could wait it out till the script is just right. He doesnt need the money.
I saw a horrible recent movie with stallone where they were playing private poker games, and in the middle of a hand you can reach in your wallet or ask a friend for more money and throw it on the table.. And if someone made a bet that was larger than you could call....you automatically lost.
December 19th, 2013 at 8:36:39 AM
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Quote: terapinedBecause it can work.
The Hustler, The color of Money
Terminator, Terminator 2
Godfather, Godfather part 2
The key, gotta tell a good story.
It can also suck Ocean's 12 or be dreadful even Godfather 3
Shed not for her
the bitter tear
Nor give the heart
to vain regret
Tis but the casket
that lies here,
The gem that filled it
Sparkles yet
December 19th, 2013 at 8:39:26 AM
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Quote: LarrySAnd if someone made a bet that was larger than you could call....you automatically lost.
Ah, shades of "A Big Hand for the Little Lady."
December 19th, 2013 at 9:44:42 AM
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Quote: rdw4potusThis is why I'm a Damon fan. How many A-listers would go for this? "Oh, you want to do a sequel to that low-budget cult classic I was in 15 years ago? Sure. I'll drop everything for that. Just send the filming dates."
I'm sure he's not doing this out of the goodness of his heart
December 19th, 2013 at 9:51:41 AM
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Quote: debitncreditI'm sure he's not doing this out of the goodness of his heart
That depends on how you look at it. Did he do it out of the goodness of his heart if he takes $4MM to make Rounders II instead of taking $15MM to make another movie that he was approached about?
"So as the clock ticked and the day passed, opportunity met preparation, and luck happened." - Maurice Clarett
December 19th, 2013 at 9:51:54 AM
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Damon & Norton are two of my favorite male actors and the previous poster is correct, Damon knows poker. I can't wait and hope that the three A-List actors mentioned make it a great sequel, but that will be a pretty tall order as we all know what typically happens with sequels.
I wonder if the Sequel track record is any better with sequels coming out so long after the original....it isn't like they will be pushing this out quickly to capitalize on the "franchise" momentum from the first film. Take your time boys and do it right!
I wonder if the Sequel track record is any better with sequels coming out so long after the original....it isn't like they will be pushing this out quickly to capitalize on the "franchise" momentum from the first film. Take your time boys and do it right!
December 19th, 2013 at 3:58:30 PM
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If Teddy KGB isn't in the sequel, I ain't watching.
Talent hits a target no one else can hit; genius hits a target no one else can see.
December 19th, 2013 at 4:16:23 PM
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And James Woods knew poker but was first out when he appeared on some poker show and got suckered by players who pretended they were rather ignorant of the game.Quote: ParadigmDamon knows poker. I can't wait and hope that the three A-List actors mentioned make it a great sequel, but that will be a pretty tall order as we all know what typically happens with sequels.
December 19th, 2013 at 5:13:44 PM
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I looked every week on imdb for updates on this move. I gave up hope about 6 months ago so this was assume news. I NEVER see moves in theaters but I will make it a point to see this one.
Expect the worst and you will never be disappointed.
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December 19th, 2013 at 5:40:07 PM
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Quote: FleaStiffAnd James Woods knew poker but was first out when he appeared on some poker show and got suckered by players who pretended they were rather ignorant of the game.
I hear ya flea, I meant it from the "he will know what will and won't work" from a movie perspective, not that he is going to outplay real poker players on a regular basis.
December 20th, 2013 at 8:25:10 AM
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I think Mikey and Worm should go beat down those crooked Cops in Binghamton for taking ALL their money!!!
December 20th, 2013 at 2:45:48 PM
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Quote: BedWetterBetterI think Mikey and Worm should go beat down those crooked Cops in Binghamton for taking ALL their money!!!
If they live in Binghamton not much you are going to do to them.
Seriously I made the comment "tell me about it" when Mike said it as a four hour drive each way there. NYC to Binghamton and other points has to be the only place in the USA where the shortest way is to driv thru two states to get back to the state you started in.
All animals are equal, but some are more equal than others
December 20th, 2013 at 2:55:58 PM
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I think it was during the filming of Rounders that Matt Damon and Ed Norton came to the Horseshoe and played the main event. Amazingly, Matt Damon wound up at the same table with Doyle Brunson. Damon picked up pocket kings and raised, he got reraised by Doyle. Damon had to make a decision. If he called the raise he would be all in.
Damon said something like "Well, if I'm gonna get knocked out of the tournament at least it is going to be by Doyle Brunson." He called and Doyle rolled over pocket Aces. Damon got knocked out. He walked through the Horseshoe telling everybody "Guess what? I got knocked out of the tournament by Doyle Brunson."
Damon said something like "Well, if I'm gonna get knocked out of the tournament at least it is going to be by Doyle Brunson." He called and Doyle rolled over pocket Aces. Damon got knocked out. He walked through the Horseshoe telling everybody "Guess what? I got knocked out of the tournament by Doyle Brunson."
"Quit trying your luck and start trying your skill." Mickey Crimm
