The Culture Cup round 2.

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OK, after the roaring success of round one, here is the roundup.

Round 1 threw up a few surprises, not least seanmichaels claiming first place and Galted close behind in second.  Not the section of the league that these two usually frequent.  It was clearly incorrect because To Kill a Mockingbird is obviously superior to Lord of the Rings but there is nowt as queer as folk and the good people of 606v2 have spoken.  They have also spoken enough to garner Niall Quinn's autobiography some votes and some points, despite the p*ss taking throughout.

Adam has made his usual solid start, taking third place which is one below where he will inevitably end up.  Perhaps the biggest surprise is that Union finished with a vote and some points.  Remarkable.  

Table after round 1;

seanmichaels (Lord of the Rings): 12
Galted (To Kill a Mockingbird): 10
Adam (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory): 8
Hero (Fantastic Mr Fox): 7
Dolphin Ziggler (Hitchikers Guide to the galaxy): 6
onlytreblewinners (Strange case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde): 5
Azzy (Moby Dick): 5
compelling & rich (Storm of Swords): 4
The Boss (Niall Quinn's autobiography): 4
Jbeadlesbigrighthand (The Old Man and the Sea): 4
The Womble (A Kestral For A Knave): 3
Superflyweight (Trainspotting): 3
Julius (The Big Sleep): 2
Rowley (The Godfather): 2
Union (The Dogs of War): 2
TopHat (Rage): 2
ChequeredJersey (The Kindly Ones): 0
bhb (The Ragged Trousered Philantropists): 0

Question 3:  What is the best film released since the turn of the century? Culture isn't limited to old sh*t so what is the best film released since the 1st January 2000.  This should eliminate some people choosing old films that they haven't actually seen but come near the top of best film lists.  It can be re-releases if you want, animated films, porn, whatever you think deserves a mention.  Fo' shizzle.

Please PM me your answers and pick a couple of choices.  As usual, if you don't get your first pick I will let you know.

Please see the poll for round 2.  Please vote for your top 2 and remember, It is open for the whole forum to vote.

Thanks.

Mind the windows Tino. wrote:

bhb001 wrote:I'd like to see two rounds per week. Seems to be the right tempo for me. Say Monday and Thursday.

I'm sure you would, but as I said to Adam, it is much more work than I envisaged!

You may find it hard to believe, but I actually do hold down a real, full-time job.

Sorry Tino, I wasn't trying to wind you up, honest. I am having to fit in comments while working also and I am busy today, so couldn't read all the traffic. You're doing a great job, so whatever you want to do, I am 100% behind you.

bhb001 wrote:

Mind the windows Tino. wrote:

bhb001 wrote:I'd like to see two rounds per week. Seems to be the right tempo for me. Say Monday and Thursday.

I'm sure you would, but as I said to Adam, it is much more work than I envisaged!

You may find it hard to believe, but I actually do hold down a real, full-time job.

Sorry Tino, I wasn't trying to wind you up, honest. I am having to fit in comments while working also and I am busy today, so couldn't read all the traffic. You're doing a great job, so whatever you want to do, I am 100% behind you.

No homo??

TopHat24/7 wrote:
No but it's bloody good fun. And, ironically, less pretentious than showing off on an internet forum about all your celebrity mates/neighbours.

I don't have any celebrity mates or neighbours.

Stop being so mischievous.

Mind the windows Tino. wrote:

TopHat24/7 wrote:
No but it's bloody good fun. And, ironically, less pretentious than showing off on an internet forum about all your celebrity mates/neighbours.

I don't have any celebrity mates or neighbours.

Stop being so mischievous.

Who's the poster who had Westlife sh@gging a dog in front of his mum - was that Rowley? That's genuine celebrity.

bhb001 wrote:

Mind the windows Tino. wrote:

bhb001 wrote:I'd like to see two rounds per week. Seems to be the right tempo for me. Say Monday and Thursday.

I'm sure you would, but as I said to Adam, it is much more work than I envisaged!

You may find it hard to believe, but I actually do hold down a real, full-time job.

Sorry Tino, I wasn't trying to wind you up, honest. I am having to fit in comments while working also and I am busy today, so couldn't read all the traffic. You're doing a great job, so whatever you want to do, I am 100% behind you.

I was only messing mate. You're far too nice a chap to lower yourself to winding people up.

JuliusHMarx wrote:

Mind the windows Tino. wrote:

TopHat24/7 wrote:
No but it's bloody good fun. And, ironically, less pretentious than showing off on an internet forum about all your celebrity mates/neighbours.

I don't have any celebrity mates or neighbours.

Stop being so mischievous.

Who's the poster who had Westlife sh@gging a dog in front of his mum - was that Rowley? That's genuine celebrity.

Yep. And superflyweight played cribbage with the drummer from ACDC or something along those lines.

Mind the windows Tino. wrote:

TopHat24/7 wrote:
No but it's bloody good fun. And, ironically, less pretentious than showing off on an internet forum about all your celebrity mates/neighbours.

I don't have any celebrity mates or neighbours.

Stop being so mischievous.

 

JuliusHMarx wrote:

Mind the windows Tino. wrote:

TopHat24/7 wrote:
No but it's bloody good fun. And, ironically, less pretentious than showing off on an internet forum about all your celebrity mates/neighbours.

I don't have any celebrity mates or neighbours.

Stop being so mischievous.

Who's the poster who had Westlife sh@gging a dog in front of his mum - was that Rowley? That's genuine celebrity.

Am glad someone has finally realised what a zinger that story is. Believe she even has his mobile number.

Rowley wrote:

JuliusHMarx wrote:

Mind the windows Tino. wrote:

TopHat24/7 wrote:
No but it's bloody good fun. And, ironically, less pretentious than showing off on an internet forum about all your celebrity mates/neighbours.

I don't have any celebrity mates or neighbours.

Stop being so mischievous.

Who's the poster who had Westlife sh@gging a dog in front of his mum - was that Rowley? That's genuine celebrity.

Am glad someone has finally realised what a zinger that story is. Believe she even has his mobile number.

You might want to re-read that account of the story. Of course, if you're happy for that to become the official version...

To be honest I let it pass, it is Julius after all, he does get easily confused.

Rowley wrote:To be honest I let it pass, it is Julius after all, he does get easily confused.

My brain is messed up from all the times I dropped acid with Cary Grant

Mine has never been right since we went to Egypt on honeymoon. Suspect the gamma rays form the pyramids have fried something up there.

Rowley wrote:

JuliusHMarx wrote:

Mind the windows Tino. wrote:

TopHat24/7 wrote:
No but it's bloody good fun. And, ironically, less pretentious than showing off on an internet forum about all your celebrity mates/neighbours.

I don't have any celebrity mates or neighbours.

Stop being so mischievous.

Who's the poster who had Westlife sh@gging a dog in front of his mum - was that Rowley? That's genuine celebrity.

Am glad someone has finally realised what a zinger that story is. Believe she even has his mobile number.

Why would the dog have a mobile phone?

Rowley wrote:Mine has never been right since we went to Egypt on honeymoon. Suspect the gamma rays form the pyramids have fried something up there.

I don't even remember us going on honeymoon to Egypt, that's how fried mine is. Did we have a good time?

JuliusHMarx wrote:

Rowley wrote:Mine has never been right since we went to Egypt on honeymoon. Suspect the gamma rays form the pyramids have fried something up there.

I don't even remember us going on honeymoon to Egypt, that's how fried mine is. Did we have a good time?

I'm way out of your league Julius.

Adam D wrote:Why would the dog have a mobile phone?

Was it a Golden Receiver?

Rowley wrote:

JuliusHMarx wrote:

Rowley wrote:Mine has never been right since we went to Egypt on honeymoon. Suspect the gamma rays form the pyramids have fried something up there.

I don't even remember us going on honeymoon to Egypt, that's how fried mine is. Did we have a good time?

I'm way out of your league Julius.

That's what your mum said just before Westlife and I sh@gged your dog.

The dog is way out of your league Julius.

Rowley wrote:The dog is way out of your league Julius.

For Chrissake, can I at least have the gay bloke from Westlife?!

Rowley wrote:The dog is way out of your league Julius.

rowley, are you of travelling heritage? no offence but we're looking for a dog and it seems that it is quite difficult to get one (non staffie) that isn't being peddled by carnies.

JuliusHMarx wrote:

Rowley wrote:The dog is way out of your league Julius.

For Chrissake, can I at least have the gay bloke from Westlife?!

I've seen the pictures of his partner, I'd guess not mate.

Sean am not a traveller. Buying a dog is easy, you have just got to pay good money from a reputable breeder.

jesus, i was just trying to broaden my mind by listening to some of the songs i hadn't heard. I guess force & styles is unions choice.....

Rowley wrote:

JuliusHMarx wrote:

Rowley wrote:The dog is way out of your league Julius.

For Chrissake, can I at least have the gay bloke from Westlife?!

I've seen the pictures of his partner, I'd guess not mate.

Sean am not a traveller. Buying a dog is easy, you have just got to pay good money from a reputable breeder.

Like i said, no offence. £1k for a labradoodle? someone needs to explain that to me. I could get an african kid for that.

Rowley wrote:

JuliusHMarx wrote:

Rowley wrote:The dog is way out of your league Julius.

For Chrissake, can I at least have the gay bloke from Westlife?!

I've seen the pictures of his partner, I'd guess not mate.

Ah well, guess I'll just stick with Mrs Marx and her sisters.

JuliusHMarx wrote:

Rowley wrote:

JuliusHMarx wrote:

Rowley wrote:The dog is way out of your league Julius.

For Chrissake, can I at least have the gay bloke from Westlife?!

I've seen the pictures of his partner, I'd guess not mate.

Ah well, guess I'll just stick with Mrs Marx and her sisters.

 
Christ almighty!  Your missus has sisters?!  Mine has one brother and I'm it.

Rubbish on here today.

Morning, Galted.

Better?

Much better, Tino, your semi-swift response is much appreciated.

What do you want to talk about?

Don't pander to him Tina. Him and azzy's constant negativity bring down the general positive vibes we have going on here.

I know what will get people talking - the next round of voting.

Make it so, Capt Tina

I was going to suggest talking about the refreshing qualities of camomile tea but, after Rowley's post, I don't think I'll bother.

Galted, I'd walk a million camomiles for one of your smiles.

Cheers Julius, that's quite sweet if slightly disturbing.

Adam D wrote:I know what will get people talking - the next round of voting.

Make it so, Capt Tina

Tomorrow morning.

Friday is a good day and Rd 3 will make it even better. It is a little sad, but I am genuinely excited by the next round. Ridiculous standard of films and I am struggling to narrow it down to 2. Should be a good one.

BTW - why have 71 votes been cast??

Someone miss the point and only vote once?

Need to get that extra vote for Heroes, can't bear the thought of Teenage Kicks beating it!

Mind the windows Tino. wrote:

Adam D wrote:I know what will get people talking - the next round of voting.

Make it so, Capt Tina

Tomorrow morning.

Friday is a good day and Rd 3 will make it even better.  It is a little sad, but I am genuinely excited by the next round.  Ridiculous standard of films and I am struggling to narrow it down to 2.  Should be a good one.

When in doubt, my general rule of thumb is to lean towards Ewan McGregor starring musicals

TopHat24/7 wrote:BTW - why have 71 votes been cast??

Someone miss the point and only vote once?

Need to get that extra vote for Heroes, can't bear the thought of Teenage Kicks beating it!

I like the way you think TopHat!!

TopHat24/7 wrote:BTW - why have 71 votes been cast??

Someone miss the point and only vote once?

Need to get that extra vote for Heroes, can't bear the thought of Teenage Kicks beating it!

I suspect that some sneaky b'stard/master tactician voted for their own and no-one else's.

When is the next round going up? This is killing me. I suspect I'm on to another hiding, but Tino's been talking it up so much that I'm desperate to see everyone's choices.

My film will almost certainly end up with 0 votes.

Superfly stole/voted sooner for mine. Have had to pick a film I am nothing more than indifferent about.

Rowley wrote:Superfly stole/voted sooner for mine. Have had to pick a film I am nothing more than indifferent about.

Can I just clarify for sake of transparency that Jeff guessed who had taken his film choice.

Jesus, Rowley, you'll have the ethics police after me soon.

JuliusHMarx wrote:My film will almost certainly end up with 0 votes.

There has never been anything more certain in life, Julius.

You do make me laugh now and again but a horrific film choice, old boy.

I thought my book would do well but I was very wrong, so I am not going to even fathom a guess at how my film will do.

Mind the windows Tino. wrote:

JuliusHMarx wrote:My film will almost certainly end up with 0 votes.

There has never been anything more certain in life, Julius.

You do make me laugh now and again but a horrific film choice, old boy.

It's a very good film, but a horrific choice in terms of getting votes on this forum.

Mind the windows Tino. wrote:

Rowley wrote:Superfly stole/voted sooner for mine. Have had to pick a film I am nothing more than indifferent about.

Can I just clarify for sake of transparency that Jeff guessed who had taken his film choice.

Jesus, Rowley, you'll have the ethics police after me soon.

I could have worked it out anyway Tina. Admin's can read peoples PM's

Rowley wrote:

Mind the windows Tino. wrote:

Rowley wrote:Superfly stole/voted sooner for mine. Have had to pick a film I am nothing more than indifferent about.

Can I just clarify for sake of transparency that Jeff guessed who had taken his film choice.

Jesus, Rowley, you'll have the ethics police after me soon.

I could have worked it out anyway Tina. Admin's can read peoples PM's

I woud just like to clarify this is absolutely not true.

BTW, Tina, your mum dropped you a PM to pick up milk on the way home. I might have deleted it by accident.

Only a little joke Adam. Was fairly confident that even if it was true (it isn't I will reiterate) everyone would have known I do not have the IT skills to actually do it.

Adam D wrote:

Rowley wrote:

Mind the windows Tino. wrote:

Rowley wrote:Superfly stole/voted sooner for mine. Have had to pick a film I am nothing more than indifferent about.

Can I just clarify for sake of transparency that Jeff guessed who had taken his film choice.

Jesus, Rowley, you'll have the ethics police after me soon.

I could have worked it out anyway Tina. Admin's can read peoples PM's

I woud just like to clarify this is absolutely not true.

BTW, Tina, your mum dropped you a PM to pick up milk on the way home. I might have deleted it by accident.

That's fine. Thanks for letting me know.

Next time you're at your Ma's place, can you ask her if I can have my underpants back?