hi,
my friend is making a movie for his film class in college. from what i have seen of the movie, i honestly do not like it.
I will reserve my judgement until i see the final product. but incase i do not like it, and he asks what i thought of it, what should i say?
i want to be a good friend and say "yes", but at the same time i want to be honest with myself, and i think he is old enough to handle the fact someone did not like his movie.
So, should i
A- Say i liked it no matter what
B- Say i don't like it
C-Give my honest opinion if he asks "what did you honestly think?"
2007-11-15 07:00:40 · 6 answers · asked by arodhater 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
to give you an idea of what type of movie he is making, he originally making a straight up horror movie. but later as production went on, which began two weeks ago, and is due in two weeks, he decided that the material would work better as a cheesey horror movie. but even for a cheesey horror movie, it is pretty bad. it is not funny bad, it is just bad from what i have seen.
2007-11-15 11:43:35 · update #1
Tell him straight up. In situations like this, people don't say the honest thing because they don't have the guts to say the horrible truth. If he was your true friendthen he will understand. I think if you don't have the guts to say it either then send a note, letter, email, text, or whatever. Then say "sorry" and then say "It was my honest opinion".
2007-11-15 07:07:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is for a film class, you might be a good friend by speaking up while he is still making the movie, so he can perhaps make some improvements before it is too late.
Instead of just saying "I don't like it", try to think of constructive suggestions. Perhaps you can begin with questions, as a way to get a dialog started.
"so why do you have the woman throw the hair dryer in the toilet?"
" that's symbolic of the banality of our obsession with physical appearance."
"you know, that really doesnt' work for me.....I don't think the audience will make that connection unless you have her do some other things first."
rather than just saying "that scene is stupid!"
On the other hand, if he explains why he is doing what he is doing, you might come to like the movie better! maybe he can get you to see things that you missed.
2007-11-15 07:13:02 · answer #2 · answered by Michael M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, actually you can lie, and tell the truth at the same time. So if he asks "What do you think?" or "What did you honestly think?" You can say, "I like this a lot, BUT I don't think the class or teachers will like your work."
But...if you don't like that suggestion, then I'll just say "C"-- you should just give your honest opinion no matter what; he's not a baby, and he's gonna have to deal with criticism sometime in his life.
2007-11-15 07:07:10 · answer #3 · answered by missjokergirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give your honest opinion. If he is really your friend then he should be able to handle what you think. Be specific and tell him what you didn't like about it. Honesty is the best policy.
2007-11-15 07:05:21 · answer #4 · answered by silentrefuge86 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
c, give your honest opinion , believe me in a true friend ship you have to be honest. although when you tell your friend your true opinion he will be upset but later on he will appreciate your honesty and admire you. good luck
2007-11-15 07:08:06 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honesty is ALWAYS best!
2007-11-15 07:12:02 · answer #6 · answered by Mean Carleen 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋