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British movies; Notting Hill, The Full Monty, etc Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson, la di da.
What, are you blind? You're overlooking some fantastic movies, and it's time you looked into some of the great movies that have come out of Wales in recent times:
The Lost Bhoyos
After the break up of her marriage, Bronwen takes her two teenage children, Owen and Bevan, and moves to Denbigh, unaware that the town is known as the 'murder capital of Wales' as well as having a huge number of missing persons. When Bevan is taken in by a group of middle-aged ex-miners, Owen seeks out the head ex-miner, before Bevan can be completely converted. Starring Rhys Ifans.
Dai Hard
Bangor, Christmas 2001, a man waits for his wife in the car park by her office building. As time passes he realises something is wrong, and stumbles upon a terrorist plot. Any normal man would alert the police, but not Dai Jones, because he's hard, and wears a vest. Dai sets about stopping the terrorists and saving his wife's life. A sequel is expected every other year for the rest of time. Stars Rhys Ifans.
Llanelli Vice
Movie spin-off from popular Welsh TV show. The mean streets of Llanelli are full of pimps, drug dealers and pornographers, but not for long once two new cops start worker the beat. With a mean attitude and even meaner dress sense it won't be long before Guto and Gruff clear up.
Colwyn BayWatch
Another spin off from a popular Welsh TV show. Nerys, Cerys, Serys a nd Gerys often spend most of the show running in slow motion. The film is pretty much the same, but with Rhys Ifans playing the part of head life guard, Aled.
Porthmadog and Englishmen
Fans of the movie call it Wales answer to Braveheart. Directed by and starring Rhys Ifans it gives an account of the time the Welsh drove the English out of Porthmadog, and all the way back to Bristol. Some critics say that it is historically inaccurate, others say that the truth has just been covered up for a long time. Whatever your opinion on the events of the movie, you'll be stunned by the incredible battle scenes.
Merthyr Most Horrid
A thriller set in Carmarthen. When a family are slaughtered in their own homes, Inspector Davey Jones begins an investigation that will lead him into a tangled web of lies and depravity. In a frantic race against time he only has 48 hours to clear his name and catch the killer, but watch out for a shocking finish. Stars Rhys Ifans.
Snowdon White and the Seven Daffs
Animated classic. Rhian is an attractive girl, so much so that her step-mother is jealous. Rhian is taken on a family holiday to Mount Snowdon. The step-mother leaves Rhian behind claiming she is dead. Left alone and scared Rhian stumbles across 7 strange little men, that are all called Daff.
The Rhyl Silyn Shady
Biopic of famous Welsh gangster rapper Llymllymyn, aka Silyn Shady, that tells of his rise from a the Rhyl 'hood, and moving out of the shadow of his father, an ex-miner and popular local club singer. Aled Jones plays the part of the troubled rapper in his first acting role.
Ifan Powers In MoldMember
Retro 60's secret agent Ifan Powers faces his most dangerous foe yet, the repugnant MoldMember. Filmed in and around Mold this is the third in the Ifan Powers series after Ifan Powers in The Spy Who Bangor'd Me and Ifan Powers gets Holyhead. Rhys Ifans once again dons his sparkly suit and comedy wacky teeth to play the part of Ifan Powers.
Aberystwythnail and I
The tale of two men, and their escapades in and around Aberystwyth. The film has gained a cult status in Wales, and features an early performance from Rhys Ifans in the classic, and indeed hilarious sheep dip scene.
Brecon the Rules
A romantic comedy set in Brecin, telling the tale of one man, two women, and a sack full of lies. Guto, played by Rhys Ifans thinks he is in love with both Bronwen and Gweneth. Unable to decide between them he decides that there's no need to, just as long as they don't know about each other. Events come to a head when a dying relative tells Guto that he must marry with the next 3 months, or he won't receive his inheritance.
Pulp Fishguard
The ultimate in hip, maverick Welsh director Cledwyn Tyfodwgteilo presents a tale split into several parts and rearranged. This presentation takes nothing away from the story, in fact it helps deliver the finale in a unique and refreshing style. Featuring some great performances, particularly from Rhys Ifans, it's the film that proves that the Welsh know how to make a great movie.
Bryn-Hur
A historical epic loosely based on the Welsh translation of the Bible. Taking some 6 years to make, it's the most expensive Welsh film of all time, but also the highest regarded. Winning a record 16 awards at the Welsh equivalent to the Oscars, the Owens, including best Welsh picture, and best actor for Rhys Ifans. It features an unforgettable scene, a sheep-led chariot race. Truly stunning.
I hope this has opened your eyes a little to Welsh cinema. Next time you hear someone talk of British cinema, tell them there's more to it that Richard Curtis getting Hugh Grant to stutter around and get the girl. That lame overly-Englishness isn't a patch on the movies the Welsh have been making for years now, they just need more recognition, and maybe Welsh cinema will finally get the credit it deserves on a world cinema scale.
What, are you blind? You're overlooking some fantastic movies, and it's time you looked into some of the great movies that have come out of Wales in recent times:
The Lost Bhoyos
After the break up of her marriage, Bronwen takes her two teenage children, Owen and Bevan, and moves to Denbigh, unaware that the town is known as the 'murder capital of Wales' as well as having a huge number of missing persons. When Bevan is taken in by a group of middle-aged ex-miners, Owen seeks out the head ex-miner, before Bevan can be completely converted. Starring Rhys Ifans.
Dai Hard
Bangor, Christmas 2001, a man waits for his wife in the car park by her office building. As time passes he realises something is wrong, and stumbles upon a terrorist plot. Any normal man would alert the police, but not Dai Jones, because he's hard, and wears a vest. Dai sets about stopping the terrorists and saving his wife's life. A sequel is expected every other year for the rest of time. Stars Rhys Ifans.
Llanelli Vice
Movie spin-off from popular Welsh TV show. The mean streets of Llanelli are full of pimps, drug dealers and pornographers, but not for long once two new cops start worker the beat. With a mean attitude and even meaner dress sense it won't be long before Guto and Gruff clear up.
Colwyn BayWatch
Another spin off from a popular Welsh TV show. Nerys, Cerys, Serys a nd Gerys often spend most of the show running in slow motion. The film is pretty much the same, but with Rhys Ifans playing the part of head life guard, Aled.
Porthmadog and Englishmen
Fans of the movie call it Wales answer to Braveheart. Directed by and starring Rhys Ifans it gives an account of the time the Welsh drove the English out of Porthmadog, and all the way back to Bristol. Some critics say that it is historically inaccurate, others say that the truth has just been covered up for a long time. Whatever your opinion on the events of the movie, you'll be stunned by the incredible battle scenes.
Merthyr Most Horrid
A thriller set in Carmarthen. When a family are slaughtered in their own homes, Inspector Davey Jones begins an investigation that will lead him into a tangled web of lies and depravity. In a frantic race against time he only has 48 hours to clear his name and catch the killer, but watch out for a shocking finish. Stars Rhys Ifans.
Snowdon White and the Seven Daffs
Animated classic. Rhian is an attractive girl, so much so that her step-mother is jealous. Rhian is taken on a family holiday to Mount Snowdon. The step-mother leaves Rhian behind claiming she is dead. Left alone and scared Rhian stumbles across 7 strange little men, that are all called Daff.
The Rhyl Silyn Shady
Biopic of famous Welsh gangster rapper Llymllymyn, aka Silyn Shady, that tells of his rise from a the Rhyl 'hood, and moving out of the shadow of his father, an ex-miner and popular local club singer. Aled Jones plays the part of the troubled rapper in his first acting role.
Ifan Powers In MoldMember
Retro 60's secret agent Ifan Powers faces his most dangerous foe yet, the repugnant MoldMember. Filmed in and around Mold this is the third in the Ifan Powers series after Ifan Powers in The Spy Who Bangor'd Me and Ifan Powers gets Holyhead. Rhys Ifans once again dons his sparkly suit and comedy wacky teeth to play the part of Ifan Powers.
Aberystwythnail and I
The tale of two men, and their escapades in and around Aberystwyth. The film has gained a cult status in Wales, and features an early performance from Rhys Ifans in the classic, and indeed hilarious sheep dip scene.
Brecon the Rules
A romantic comedy set in Brecin, telling the tale of one man, two women, and a sack full of lies. Guto, played by Rhys Ifans thinks he is in love with both Bronwen and Gweneth. Unable to decide between them he decides that there's no need to, just as long as they don't know about each other. Events come to a head when a dying relative tells Guto that he must marry with the next 3 months, or he won't receive his inheritance.
Pulp Fishguard
The ultimate in hip, maverick Welsh director Cledwyn Tyfodwgteilo presents a tale split into several parts and rearranged. This presentation takes nothing away from the story, in fact it helps deliver the finale in a unique and refreshing style. Featuring some great performances, particularly from Rhys Ifans, it's the film that proves that the Welsh know how to make a great movie.
Bryn-Hur
A historical epic loosely based on the Welsh translation of the Bible. Taking some 6 years to make, it's the most expensive Welsh film of all time, but also the highest regarded. Winning a record 16 awards at the Welsh equivalent to the Oscars, the Owens, including best Welsh picture, and best actor for Rhys Ifans. It features an unforgettable scene, a sheep-led chariot race. Truly stunning.
I hope this has opened your eyes a little to Welsh cinema. Next time you hear someone talk of British cinema, tell them there's more to it that Richard Curtis getting Hugh Grant to stutter around and get the girl. That lame overly-Englishness isn't a patch on the movies the Welsh have been making for years now, they just need more recognition, and maybe Welsh cinema will finally get the credit it deserves on a world cinema scale.
Meka Dragon wrote:
> Dark Mark wrote:
> LOL, funny. Although, you nicked Dai Hard from Barry Welsh Is
> Coming,
> didn't you? DIDN'T YOU?! EXPLAIN YOURSELF!
>
> Nope, I know not of what you speak.
>
> It was going to be Dai Another Day until the last minute, but I
> thought Dai HArd sounded better.
*
Damn! LOL! But you should see the Dai Hard thingy on Barry Welsh Is Coming. More than moderately chuckle-inducing, I can tell you!
> Dark Mark wrote:
> LOL, funny. Although, you nicked Dai Hard from Barry Welsh Is
> Coming,
> didn't you? DIDN'T YOU?! EXPLAIN YOURSELF!
>
> Nope, I know not of what you speak.
>
> It was going to be Dai Another Day until the last minute, but I
> thought Dai HArd sounded better.
*
Damn! LOL! But you should see the Dai Hard thingy on Barry Welsh Is Coming. More than moderately chuckle-inducing, I can tell you!
He he. Inspired stuff.
Dark Mark wrote:
> LOL, funny. Although, you nicked Dai Hard from Barry Welsh Is Coming,
> didn't you? DIDN'T YOU?! EXPLAIN YOURSELF!
Nope, I know not of what you speak.
It was going to be Dai Another Day until the last minute, but I thought Dai HArd sounded better.
> LOL, funny. Although, you nicked Dai Hard from Barry Welsh Is Coming,
> didn't you? DIDN'T YOU?! EXPLAIN YOURSELF!
Nope, I know not of what you speak.
It was going to be Dai Another Day until the last minute, but I thought Dai HArd sounded better.
LOL, funny. Although, you nicked Dai Hard from Barry Welsh Is Coming, didn't you? DIDN'T YOU?! EXPLAIN YOURSELF!
Brilliant :D
Very good. :D
Mae Meka Dragon yn pidyn..!
Heh nah you be funny guy.
Heh nah you be funny guy.
Heh, maybe a bit of stereotyping, but some nice ideas there.
British movies; Notting Hill, The Full Monty, etc Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson, la di da.
What, are you blind? You're overlooking some fantastic movies, and it's time you looked into some of the great movies that have come out of Wales in recent times:
The Lost Bhoyos
After the break up of her marriage, Bronwen takes her two teenage children, Owen and Bevan, and moves to Denbigh, unaware that the town is known as the 'murder capital of Wales' as well as having a huge number of missing persons. When Bevan is taken in by a group of middle-aged ex-miners, Owen seeks out the head ex-miner, before Bevan can be completely converted. Starring Rhys Ifans.
Dai Hard
Bangor, Christmas 2001, a man waits for his wife in the car park by her office building. As time passes he realises something is wrong, and stumbles upon a terrorist plot. Any normal man would alert the police, but not Dai Jones, because he's hard, and wears a vest. Dai sets about stopping the terrorists and saving his wife's life. A sequel is expected every other year for the rest of time. Stars Rhys Ifans.
Llanelli Vice
Movie spin-off from popular Welsh TV show. The mean streets of Llanelli are full of pimps, drug dealers and pornographers, but not for long once two new cops start worker the beat. With a mean attitude and even meaner dress sense it won't be long before Guto and Gruff clear up.
Colwyn BayWatch
Another spin off from a popular Welsh TV show. Nerys, Cerys, Serys a nd Gerys often spend most of the show running in slow motion. The film is pretty much the same, but with Rhys Ifans playing the part of head life guard, Aled.
Porthmadog and Englishmen
Fans of the movie call it Wales answer to Braveheart. Directed by and starring Rhys Ifans it gives an account of the time the Welsh drove the English out of Porthmadog, and all the way back to Bristol. Some critics say that it is historically inaccurate, others say that the truth has just been covered up for a long time. Whatever your opinion on the events of the movie, you'll be stunned by the incredible battle scenes.
Merthyr Most Horrid
A thriller set in Carmarthen. When a family are slaughtered in their own homes, Inspector Davey Jones begins an investigation that will lead him into a tangled web of lies and depravity. In a frantic race against time he only has 48 hours to clear his name and catch the killer, but watch out for a shocking finish. Stars Rhys Ifans.
Snowdon White and the Seven Daffs
Animated classic. Rhian is an attractive girl, so much so that her step-mother is jealous. Rhian is taken on a family holiday to Mount Snowdon. The step-mother leaves Rhian behind claiming she is dead. Left alone and scared Rhian stumbles across 7 strange little men, that are all called Daff.
The Rhyl Silyn Shady
Biopic of famous Welsh gangster rapper Llymllymyn, aka Silyn Shady, that tells of his rise from a the Rhyl 'hood, and moving out of the shadow of his father, an ex-miner and popular local club singer. Aled Jones plays the part of the troubled rapper in his first acting role.
Ifan Powers In MoldMember
Retro 60's secret agent Ifan Powers faces his most dangerous foe yet, the repugnant MoldMember. Filmed in and around Mold this is the third in the Ifan Powers series after Ifan Powers in The Spy Who Bangor'd Me and Ifan Powers gets Holyhead. Rhys Ifans once again dons his sparkly suit and comedy wacky teeth to play the part of Ifan Powers.
Aberystwythnail and I
The tale of two men, and their escapades in and around Aberystwyth. The film has gained a cult status in Wales, and features an early performance from Rhys Ifans in the classic, and indeed hilarious sheep dip scene.
Brecon the Rules
A romantic comedy set in Brecin, telling the tale of one man, two women, and a sack full of lies. Guto, played by Rhys Ifans thinks he is in love with both Bronwen and Gweneth. Unable to decide between them he decides that there's no need to, just as long as they don't know about each other. Events come to a head when a dying relative tells Guto that he must marry with the next 3 months, or he won't receive his inheritance.
Pulp Fishguard
The ultimate in hip, maverick Welsh director Cledwyn Tyfodwgteilo presents a tale split into several parts and rearranged. This presentation takes nothing away from the story, in fact it helps deliver the finale in a unique and refreshing style. Featuring some great performances, particularly from Rhys Ifans, it's the film that proves that the Welsh know how to make a great movie.
Bryn-Hur
A historical epic loosely based on the Welsh translation of the Bible. Taking some 6 years to make, it's the most expensive Welsh film of all time, but also the highest regarded. Winning a record 16 awards at the Welsh equivalent to the Oscars, the Owens, including best Welsh picture, and best actor for Rhys Ifans. It features an unforgettable scene, a sheep-led chariot race. Truly stunning.
I hope this has opened your eyes a little to Welsh cinema. Next time you hear someone talk of British cinema, tell them there's more to it that Richard Curtis getting Hugh Grant to stutter around and get the girl. That lame overly-Englishness isn't a patch on the movies the Welsh have been making for years now, they just need more recognition, and maybe Welsh cinema will finally get the credit it deserves on a world cinema scale.
What, are you blind? You're overlooking some fantastic movies, and it's time you looked into some of the great movies that have come out of Wales in recent times:
The Lost Bhoyos
After the break up of her marriage, Bronwen takes her two teenage children, Owen and Bevan, and moves to Denbigh, unaware that the town is known as the 'murder capital of Wales' as well as having a huge number of missing persons. When Bevan is taken in by a group of middle-aged ex-miners, Owen seeks out the head ex-miner, before Bevan can be completely converted. Starring Rhys Ifans.
Dai Hard
Bangor, Christmas 2001, a man waits for his wife in the car park by her office building. As time passes he realises something is wrong, and stumbles upon a terrorist plot. Any normal man would alert the police, but not Dai Jones, because he's hard, and wears a vest. Dai sets about stopping the terrorists and saving his wife's life. A sequel is expected every other year for the rest of time. Stars Rhys Ifans.
Llanelli Vice
Movie spin-off from popular Welsh TV show. The mean streets of Llanelli are full of pimps, drug dealers and pornographers, but not for long once two new cops start worker the beat. With a mean attitude and even meaner dress sense it won't be long before Guto and Gruff clear up.
Colwyn BayWatch
Another spin off from a popular Welsh TV show. Nerys, Cerys, Serys a nd Gerys often spend most of the show running in slow motion. The film is pretty much the same, but with Rhys Ifans playing the part of head life guard, Aled.
Porthmadog and Englishmen
Fans of the movie call it Wales answer to Braveheart. Directed by and starring Rhys Ifans it gives an account of the time the Welsh drove the English out of Porthmadog, and all the way back to Bristol. Some critics say that it is historically inaccurate, others say that the truth has just been covered up for a long time. Whatever your opinion on the events of the movie, you'll be stunned by the incredible battle scenes.
Merthyr Most Horrid
A thriller set in Carmarthen. When a family are slaughtered in their own homes, Inspector Davey Jones begins an investigation that will lead him into a tangled web of lies and depravity. In a frantic race against time he only has 48 hours to clear his name and catch the killer, but watch out for a shocking finish. Stars Rhys Ifans.
Snowdon White and the Seven Daffs
Animated classic. Rhian is an attractive girl, so much so that her step-mother is jealous. Rhian is taken on a family holiday to Mount Snowdon. The step-mother leaves Rhian behind claiming she is dead. Left alone and scared Rhian stumbles across 7 strange little men, that are all called Daff.
The Rhyl Silyn Shady
Biopic of famous Welsh gangster rapper Llymllymyn, aka Silyn Shady, that tells of his rise from a the Rhyl 'hood, and moving out of the shadow of his father, an ex-miner and popular local club singer. Aled Jones plays the part of the troubled rapper in his first acting role.
Ifan Powers In MoldMember
Retro 60's secret agent Ifan Powers faces his most dangerous foe yet, the repugnant MoldMember. Filmed in and around Mold this is the third in the Ifan Powers series after Ifan Powers in The Spy Who Bangor'd Me and Ifan Powers gets Holyhead. Rhys Ifans once again dons his sparkly suit and comedy wacky teeth to play the part of Ifan Powers.
Aberystwythnail and I
The tale of two men, and their escapades in and around Aberystwyth. The film has gained a cult status in Wales, and features an early performance from Rhys Ifans in the classic, and indeed hilarious sheep dip scene.
Brecon the Rules
A romantic comedy set in Brecin, telling the tale of one man, two women, and a sack full of lies. Guto, played by Rhys Ifans thinks he is in love with both Bronwen and Gweneth. Unable to decide between them he decides that there's no need to, just as long as they don't know about each other. Events come to a head when a dying relative tells Guto that he must marry with the next 3 months, or he won't receive his inheritance.
Pulp Fishguard
The ultimate in hip, maverick Welsh director Cledwyn Tyfodwgteilo presents a tale split into several parts and rearranged. This presentation takes nothing away from the story, in fact it helps deliver the finale in a unique and refreshing style. Featuring some great performances, particularly from Rhys Ifans, it's the film that proves that the Welsh know how to make a great movie.
Bryn-Hur
A historical epic loosely based on the Welsh translation of the Bible. Taking some 6 years to make, it's the most expensive Welsh film of all time, but also the highest regarded. Winning a record 16 awards at the Welsh equivalent to the Oscars, the Owens, including best Welsh picture, and best actor for Rhys Ifans. It features an unforgettable scene, a sheep-led chariot race. Truly stunning.
I hope this has opened your eyes a little to Welsh cinema. Next time you hear someone talk of British cinema, tell them there's more to it that Richard Curtis getting Hugh Grant to stutter around and get the girl. That lame overly-Englishness isn't a patch on the movies the Welsh have been making for years now, they just need more recognition, and maybe Welsh cinema will finally get the credit it deserves on a world cinema scale.