Hollow Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 https://twitter.com/ScottWeinger/status/498973185606295552 The first thing I thought of was Aladdin, and Scott Weinger's post pretty much sums it up for me. This was a rare celebrity death where my initial reaction was " .. I gotta text my mom and tell her .." Frikn sad. no Genie no .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JH Sounds Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 I'm glad I watched World's Greatest Dad years earlier. It would be impossible for me to watch it now, given the new context. (film spoiler follows) Oddly enough I was debating with someone back then whether the film would have worked better with a tragic ending -- I incorrectly predicted that Williams' character would kill himself when he runs to the swimming pool at the end, thus giving him the posthumous version of the literary fame he always wanted. It's insanely portentous thinking back on that conversation. But anyway, this has been a profound loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meteo Xavier Posted August 13, 2014 Author Share Posted August 13, 2014 I felt a portent yesterday. I felt something was going to happen, but I figured it was going to be Tracey Morgan, as he was the one grabbing headlines alongside Tony Stewart, not Robin Williams. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anorax Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 Is it just me, or do comedians seem to be very depressed? (Hint: It's not me) There are so many works of his that I've got to watch now that he's gone, just so I can get a true sense of the legacy he's left. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soul Splint Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 (edited) On the topic of Williams' movies; I saw Mrs. Doubtfire for the first time last night and I loved it. I plan on watching Patch Adams and later maybe Jack. I also really need to give Good Will Hunting a watch. What would you guys say was his best performance, comedic and/or serious? Oh man, I would love to be able to watch Mrs. Doubtfire for the first time again. I think his most iconic roles really depend on how old you are, but my favorites are (barring Mrs. D)Hook, Jumanji, Dead Poets Society, and The Birdcage. I'm sure I'm leaving some out... Also, his performance "Live on Broadway" is piss-yourself hilarious, if a bit crude at times. Just don't watch it with your mom. Edited August 13, 2014 by Soul Splint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BorgMan Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 Just watched What Dreams May Come again, and I think that one is one of his better serious performances. I cried. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beatdrop Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 Yeah I'm not thrilled my mini-shrine to one of my favorite entertainers is being used to cockfight about depression and who doesn't understand what. Seriously, take your beliefs/opinions/philosophies regarding depression to a private message or some shit, and stop tainting what was meant to be a tribute thread to one of the greatest comedians who ever lived and who tragically took his own life. This has turned repulsive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anorax Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 (edited) when you're depressed, you apparently take credit for every negative thing that happens around you, but don't take credit for anything positive. To put it into perspective, If you couldn't find enjoyment about anything with your life, couldn't even bring yourself to get out of bed because you're so depressed, believe everyone hates you and are painfully aware that you're negatively affecting everyone around you like a virus... well this sounds painfully familiar. :-/ Could we please get a mod to clean up this thread? While I know that depression and Mr. William's death go hand-in-hand, there's no reason for all this fighting (and I have some blame here, I'll admit); it all needs to be elsewhere. Maybe a spin-off thread in Off-Topic (Or perhaps into the PPR subforum)? Edited August 14, 2014 by Anorax Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkeSword Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 (edited) Yeah, that's enough talk about depression in this thread. If you want to discuss depression and suicide in general, take it to PPR. Just split a crap-ton of posts to a new thread in PPR. Let's keep this thread about remembering Robin Williams and how great he was. If you feel the need to get on your soapbox about depression and suicide, keep it to yourself. If you really feel the need to get on your soapbox, go to PPR, but I still recommend the former option. Edited August 14, 2014 by DarkeSword Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bejack Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 Sad news indeed. RIP Robin Williams Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cash Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 I can't say I followed Robin Williams' work all that much, but he was still iconic to me, part of our culture. I was surprised and shocked, a tragedy to be sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ad.mixx Posted August 21, 2014 Share Posted August 21, 2014 Jumanji is on Netflix now if anyone wants to watch it. I'm about to finish and damn is it a bad movie. I still like it a lot if only for nostalgia, but these kids almost ruin the entire experience. Robin Williams helps the movie a lot. If it weren't for him I don't think I'd be able to finish it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JH Sounds Posted August 21, 2014 Share Posted August 21, 2014 Jumanji is on Netflix now if anyone wants to watch it. I'm about to finish and damn is it a bad movie. I still like it a lot if only for nostalgia, but these kids almost ruin the entire experience. Robin Williams helps the movie a lot. If it weren't for him I don't think I'd be able to finish it. The book is way better. They cut out so much stuff for the film version. The preceding two sentences are a joke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garrett Williamson Posted August 21, 2014 Share Posted August 21, 2014 The book is way better. They cut out so much stuff for the film version. The preceding two sentences are a joke. That happens pretty often with films based on books. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave the Rave Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 Robin Williams was one of my favourite actors growing up. It is indeed sad he’s gone. But do you want to know the worst thing about is? He died on my birthday and I’ve turned 30 this year. Talk about an unwanted birthday present. Goodbye, Robin. We never had a friend like you… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SystemsReady Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 RIP Robin Williams. His death really hits me hard personally, not just because I watched Flubber a lot when I was a kid, but I've been struggling with suicidal depression for the last month. It's like...wow, another general lost in the war. And the worst part is, everyone's gonna go back to acting like depression/suicidal thoughts aren't a big deal once the buzz dies down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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