King of Kong: A Fist Full of Quarters.

[thepaulo]

In the new documentary that plays like a psychodrama.....
The King of Kong:a fistful of quarters.....
two guys are in a pathological struggle to be seen as the best.......one supposedly broke a million.....
the question is....how difficult is donkey kong?

[Reynolds]

In the new documentary that plays like a psychodrama.....
The King of Kong:a fistful of quarters.....
two guys are in a pathological struggle to be seen as the best.......one supposedly broke a million.....
the question is....how difficult is donky kong?

To play or spell?

[aceofspades7]

it looks awesome - trailer (http://www.apple.com/trailers/picturehouse/kingofkong/trailer/)

[JustJon]

I've heard some really good things about King of Kong and want to check it out.

As to how hard it is, have you ever played to the point where the machine crashes? These guys do.

[thepaulo]

Donkey Kong..... i hope that's correct......

[King Hippos Bandaid]

It does look very cool

Loved Donkey Kong when growing up

Mark Henry would play Donkey kong, if a Movie ever came out

:king:

[aceofspades7]

there used to be a way to flatten a straw, slip it into the hinge area of the right side of the change box, and find a trigger that added credits. we used to do it all of the time. it's amazing how some kid figured that out...

[zentraed]

there used to be a way to flatten a straw, slip it into the hinge area of the right side of the change box, and find a trigger that added credits. we used to do it all of the time. it's amazing how some kid figured that out...

almost as amazing as eating termites with sticks

[Kublakhan61]

I saw this movie last friday at the IFC Center. It's a lot of fun and a good deal of laughs. Very, very strange world these competitive arcade game players inhabit. I suggest seeing it if possible.

[Fezticle98]

Donkey Kong, barreling his way to the Oscars...a ge ge ge

[boonanas]

I saw this at the New York Premiere and it is a great film. It's a true underdog story. There are plans to make this into a fictionalized film, which I know sounds so dumb but the filmmaker promised that it won't end up being some stupid sports movie like blades of glory or dodgeball.

[Kublakhan61]

Should be interesting to hear what Billy Mitchell has to say about this. I've read a couple of articles where he has claimed a law suit is in the works for defamation. Apparently, Billy thought the movie had a bit of a slant.

[moochcassidy]

Im pretty excited about this one..looks like the kind of irreverent documentary i digski.

paul you should check out this dude louis theroux (http://www.tv-links.co.uk/listings/9/1376) 'most hated family in america' about the phelps-ropers would be a good start for r&f'ers

[lleeder]

I saw this at the New York Premiere and it is a great film. It's a true underdog story. There are plans to make this into a fictionalized film, which I know sounds so dumb but the filmmaker promised that it won't end up being some stupid sports movie like blades of glory or dodgeball.

I'm thinking it would be alot like Kingpin.

[thepaulo]

when will harry shearer and martin short bring their synchronized swimming movie to come to the big screen...

[moochcassidy]

HERE (http://stage6.divx.com/user/rgold2/video/1559126/THE-KING-OF-KONG-(2)

i do not endorse the external site above nor do i advise you click.

[Kublakhan61]

Mooch -I'm gonna share this with some FBA people who'll really appreciate it. I'll let them know it's from you.

[moochcassidy]

this is a great doc.


def check it out

[Judge Smails]

I'm sorry for this. I thought it was funny and I didn't know where else to post it. So, what the hell? Just ignore it.

http://e.photos.cx/MarioMinnBridgeCollapse-882.gif

[TheMojoPin]

Oh my God, this is one of the best documentaries I've seen in years...I honestly can't imagine anyone not liking this film, though I can easily see how they might HATE some of the people in it.

[Kublakhan61]

Yeah Billy Mitchell and his protégé aren't the most likable people on film.

[moochcassidy]

the dude that got me was the alien guy with the wrestlers glove and his record on some baffling 'foot edition' game... theres a documentary in that freak alone.

and the wee "Donkey Kong Kill Screen Donkey Kong Kill Screen" guy

[Stankfoot]

Good flick, definitely worth checking out. I watched it twice already!

[giannidesk]

Paul O. - I heard some rumors that this movie might grab an Oscar nod for best documentary?

What cha think about that?

[thepaulo]

King of Kong
Sicko
My Kid Can Paint
No End in Sight
Sharkwater
the 11th hour

some of the contenders for best documentary.....

[sailor]

would this movie be interesting even if you hate the game?

[thepaulo]

I think video games are the greatest evil ever perpetrated on man....I think the movie about them is fantastic.

[giannidesk]

Absolutely.
Donkey Kong fades into the background as the movie goes on.


would this movie be interesting even if you hate the game?

[thepaulo]

I'm pretty sure there are plans for a dramatic adaptation......

[tele7]

Just got finished watching it On-Demand. It's basically a
documentary about the Donkey Kong world record. Kind of like Trekkies, only it wasn't just a goof-fest. Awesome flick. Well worth the $4.95.

[underdog]

I thought it was a really fantastic movie. And I really enjoyed watching the enormous geeks.

[Stankfoot]

linky (http://www.ronfez.net/forums/showthread.php?t=62697&highlight=king+of+kong)

[DonInNC]

If you have netflix, it's available online. I watched it the other night. Good stuff.

[ToddEVF]

oh the documentary that makes billy mitchel look like a bitch and a pussy. I saw this. I actually quite enjoyed it.

[TheMojoPin]

Apparently you can be a "protoge" of anything.

Awesome documentary.

[SeriouslySuprCJ]

I'm just repeating what everyone else said, but this documentary is my favorite by far. I was surprised they were able to find such a good story in something that is odd, but ultimately seems like it'd be boring.

[SyndicateParish]

I just finished watching 'King of Kong'.. It is literally the best documentary I have ever seen. It's on demand in my area. If you get a chance, watch. The nerdy cringe moments slowly and masterfully give way to an epic tale of good vs. evil..

Very cool.

Two thumbs waaay up. :thumbup:

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[King Hippos Bandaid]

sorreeeeee (http://ronfez.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68065&highlight=kong)

[MobCounty]

Goddamit.. I ran a search too.. WTF I got 50 zillion posts but none were that one.

[Doctor Manhattan]

Apparently you can be a "protoge" of anything.

Actually, that guy said if Billy Mitchell is the Champ he guesses that make him the "prodigy" but I think he meant "protégé"

I heard about the movie on O&A and just rented it. I now want to see the one that caller mentioned: Chasing Ghosts.

I loved the movie and I want to choke everyone in it except Steve Wiebe who I would just slap. I will start my choking with Billy Mitchell and then move onto Robert Mruczek.

[tele7]

Goddamit.. I ran a search too.. WTF I got 50 zillion posts but none were that one.

Don't feel bad. I did the same damn thing:wallbash:

[angrymissy]

Just watched this on Saturday and I thought it was one of the best movies I've seen recently. I was expecting a silly movie where I could poke fun at old video game nerds, but by the end I was screaming out loud for someone to beat that fucking assface Billy!

Definitely worth a rental. I was fucking emotionally invested in this movie by the end.

[MobCounty]

SPOILER..

http://www.twingalaxies.com/index.aspx?c=22&pi=2&gi=3852&vi=22

http://www.twingalaxies.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=11221&highlight=billy+mitchel

...crazily awesome

[angrymissy]

SPOILER..

http://www.twingalaxies.com/index.aspx?c=22&pi=2&gi=3852&vi=22

http://www.twingalaxies.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=11221&highlight=billy+mitchel

...crazily awesome

THAT ASSFACE GOT THE TITLE BACK?

Guaranteed he bribed the ref or something:thumbdown::thumbdown:

[Doctor Manhattan]

Yeah, if it was one of those Twin Galaxy judges I don't trust it. They all have huge hard ons for that douche bag.

I don't understand why the Guinness World Records folks would trust them to handle all the videogame records for them. I hope someone from Guinness sees the film and takes TG out of it.

Fuck Billy Mitchell up the ass with one of those giant bottles of his awful hot sauce. Hey Billy, fix your stupid teeth and stop spraying that Nagel into your fucking hair.

[angrymissy]

Yeah, if it was one of those Twin Galaxy judges I don't trust it. They all have huge hard ons for that douche bag.

I don't understand why the Guinness World Records folks would trust them to handle all the videogame records for them. I hope someone from Guinness sees the film and takes TG out of it.

Fuck Billy Mitchell up the ass with one of those giant bottles of his awful hot sauce. Hey Billy, fix your stupid teeth and stop spraying that Nagel into your fucking hair.

omg seriously. I was so happy when Steve faced those stupid judges live. And they were all hanging over him while he was playing too, it must have been fucking annoying. And the phone updates to Billy during that was just ridiculous. I don't believe his stupid fucked up tape at all. The screen warbled right where the score was!

[booster11373]

it was a great movie

[MobCounty]

THAT ASSFACE GOT THE TITLE BACK?

Guaranteed he bribed the ref or something:thumbdown::thumbdown:

Reading the whole thread was like watching the movie all over again. Awesome.

[foodcourtdruide]

I think I'm the last person to have seen these movie and I must say, awesome!

One of the best documentaries I've seen in a long time. Doesn't Steve Weibe remind you of Joe Schmoe from the Joe Schmoe show?

[JustJon]

I finally watched it last week. I had vague familiarity with the Twin Galaxies world, and this movie just confirms what a douchebag Billy Mitchell is.

[pittphantoms]

I didnt think this could live up to the hype Dave was giving it - and it really did... great movie...

It infuriates me that Billy Mitchell is back on top...

[Coach_Mac]

Just watched this after hearing about it all the time from Dave and I loved it. Did anyone watch the extras on the DVD and see the Mr. Awesome interview....wow. What a cool guy.

[oldladyfacepuncher]

I came across a similar movie on Encore, I think, called Chasing Ghosts. That ref guy, Walter did the sound track. I liked it better than Kong. They had all the record holders on and where they are now. It has to be one of the funniest movies I've seen. Check On Demand, it's probably there.

Best line in it: "If they dropped a bomb on this house right now, the two best Berserker players in the world would be dead."

[Coach_Mac]

I came across a similar movie on Encore, I think, called Chasing Ghosts. That ref guy, Walter did the sound track. I liked it better than Kong. They had all the record holders on and where they are now. It has to be one of the funniest movies I've seen. Check On Demand, it's probably there.

Best line in it: "If they dropped a bomb on this house right now, the two best Berserker players in the world would be dead."

I've got to see it just for that line!

[mikeyboy]

Brian Kuh is a douche.

[Caseyelan]

dave and I are dying to watch chasing ghosts.

ANYONE KNOW HOW THIS IS POSSIBLE!!??!?!?!?

[Coach_Mac]

Was Kuh the guy who kept calling Billy and updating him on Steve's game? That was hilarious, he wanted Billy's nuts.

[Coach_Mac]

dave and I are dying to watch chasing ghosts.

ANYONE KNOW HOW THIS IS POSSIBLE!!??!?!?!?

It comes on Showtime Next if you get that channel. Here's the upcoming schedule from the website.


01/07/09 at 3:15 AM On Showtime Next
01/15/09 at 8:40 AM On Showtime Next
01/24/09 at 11:30 AM On Showtime Next
01/28/09 at 12:00 PM On Showtime Next
02/06/09 at 8:30 AM On Showtime Too

[Doogie]

Was Kuh the guy who kept calling Billy and updating him on Steve's game? That was hilarious, he wanted Billy's nuts.

I believe so...that Billy Mitchell was an asshole. I fucking HATED that guy. I hated that the dude from Seattle had to prove himself TWICE in front of people, and people took that pompous ass Billy Mitchells word for it. I never wanted to bash nerds so much in my life.

[mikeyboy]

I believe so...that Billy Mitchell was an asshole. I fucking HATED that guy. I hated that the dude from Seattle had to prove himself TWICE in front of people, and people took that pompous ass Billy Mitchells word for it. I never wanted to bash nerds so much in my life.

http://www.luminomagazine.com/2004.10/spotlight/nerds/images/ogre/ogre2.jpg

[Caseyelan]

It comes on Showtime Next if you get that channel. Here's the upcoming schedule from the website.


01/07/09 at 3:15 AM On Showtime Next
01/15/09 at 8:40 AM On Showtime Next
01/24/09 at 11:30 AM On Showtime Next
01/28/09 at 12:00 PM On Showtime Next
02/06/09 at 8:30 AM On Showtime Too

looks like I have to order showtime.

thanks!!!

[biozombie]

I hope someone makes a full length documentary about the life & times of Roy "Mr. Awesome" Shildt, ladies man & greatest Missile Command player of all time.

[Doogie]

I hope someone makes a full length documentary about the life & times of Roy "Mr. Awesome" Shildt, ladies man & greatest Missile Command player of all time.

Ha ha ha...I was laughing at how fucking awful that guys movies were. Even if we only got a small taste of his videos they were so horrifically bad I would love to see the MST3K guys get their hands on them.

And Mikey, that response gave me a guffaw.

[Coach_Mac]

If you havn't watched the extras on the DVD there is an extended interview with Mr. Awesome and it is amazing.

[mikeyboy]

I came across a similar movie on Encore, I think, called Chasing Ghosts. That ref guy, Walter did the sound track. I liked it better than Kong. They had all the record holders on and where they are now. It has to be one of the funniest movies I've seen. Check On Demand, it's probably there.

Best line in it: "If they dropped a bomb on this house right now, the two best Berserker players in the world would be dead."

Just finished watching it. I think I liked King of Kong more, but I definitely enjoyed it. My favorite parts:

Robert Mruczek's "art" collection and the final punchline of the film.

[Furtherman]

Apparently, Billy thought the movie had a bit of a slant.

That was his own doing.

Wow... just saw this and yes, I too thought it was one of the greatest documentaries I've ever seen.

In fact, the end sequence of Billy Mitchell sitting with his pink shirt lawyer friend and the double take and look he gives him when his friends opens up that Wiebe is a great guy, is one of the best real life moments I've ever seen captured. The entire movie was summed up in that look Mitchell gave him.

It was Billy saying "How dare you take his side and I will drop you like bad habit, for I am the World Champion".

Great, great movie. Watch it if you haven't.

And yes, Brian Kuh needs to be pummeled repeatedly and severely.

[JPMNICK]

no matter who comes over, I always put this on and play clips of billy mitchel for them, and his parents. They are just fucking hysterical. If you just watch those parts, it seems like you are watching a Christopher Guest movie

[thepaulo]

shouldn't this be moved to another forum.

[Edwin]

It's uploaded on Google Video. The quality stinks, but I still watched it. Fantastic.

"Billy...are you saying you want to submit this as an official score?" The importance they all put on the whole thing is awesome. Weibe got JOBBED on the whole submission thing.

[pittphantoms]

http://www.twingalaxies.com/index.aspx?c=22&pi=2&gi=3852&vi=22

It sucks Billy has the record by 1100 points right now..

[thepaulo]

I'm waiting, Mods.

[mikeyboy]

shouldn't this be moved to another forum.

Why? You started it in your own forum. Does it need to be moved just because it's garnering a lot of discussion?

[hammersavage]

It's not about GAP and self promotion so Paulo doesn't like it.

[thepaulo]

Okay

[Edwin]

http://www.twingalaxies.com/index.aspx?c=22&pi=2&gi=3852&vi=22

It sucks Billy has the record by 1100 points right now..

Yeah I saw that, too. Makes you feel like there is no justice in the world.

[JustJon]

http://www.twingalaxies.com/index.aspx?c=22&pi=2&gi=3852&vi=22

It sucks Billy has the record by 1100 points right now..

Actually, Billy did that as a stunt at the premiere of the documentary

[pittphantoms]

I thought I heard he did it live at some gig he got paid to play at... something about lawyers or something paid him and he happened to break it there. Either way, it sucks...

[tele7]

It's on now on the G4 channel.

[STC-Dub]

It's on now on the G4 channel.

I noticed that, DVR'ing it now. Finally, been trying to find it for 6 months now and found it by accident today.

[IamFogHat]

This film is fucking great, it's one of those documentaries that becomes interesting as a character study and melds it with an amazing story and just becomes sublime. I can't fault it in any way. You'll love it.

[FezsAssistant]

Awesome movie.

[Walt1028]

steve wiebe is less than 200,000 points away from beating billy's world record live right now at E3 http://www.justin.tv/g4tv_wiebecam

He is on his last life and has been for about half the game now

[JPMNICK]

steve wiebe is less than 200,000 points away from beating billy's world record live right now at E3 http://www.justin.tv/g4tv_wiebecam

He is on his last life and has been for about half the game now

its fucking nerve wracking watching him! it always looks like a barrel is going to hit him. i hope he breaks it

[Walt1028]

less than 100,000 points away

[JPMNICK]

he lost at 923k

[Walt1028]

NO! he died..

[TripleSkeet]

What a fucking douche.

[Walt1028]

next attempt at 2pm EDT

[Pestz4Evah]

he's back at it right now:

http://www.justin.tv/g4tv_wiebecam

[Pestz4Evah]

The power just went out on the game.....everyone is asking where Billy Mitchell is.

[Stankfoot]

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[biozombie]

Fuck Billy Mitchell and fuck anyone who isn't Greg Bond.
http://spyhunter007.com/Images/greg_bond.jpg

[mikeyboy]

Fuck Billy Mitchell and fuck anyone who isn't Greg Bond.
http://spyhunter007.com/Images/greg_bond.jpg

Mappy sucks!

[biozombie]

Mappy sucks!

Yeah, it does, but Greg Bond makes the best faces ever in that movie.

[dino_electropolis]

This is great...i remember seeing commercials for this....thanks for the heads up.


Anyone know what the high score is? or is he just tryin to zero out the board?

[tele7]

This is awesome! Thanks for the heads up as well!

[metaregina]

Go Steve!!! :clap:

His daughter's probably pissed about this....

[tele7]

959k on the first guy!

[metaregina]

Did he do it?

[tele7]

Damn!! I was wrong...not the first guy.

[dino_electropolis]

Fail!

[tele7]

Did he do it?

nope

[Kublakhan61]

Does he get to try again?

[TripleSkeet]

This is great...i remember seeing commercials for this....thanks for the heads up.


Anyone know what the high score is? or is he just tryin to zero out the board?

1,050,000

[Stankfoot]

"Today at the E3 2009 conference, G4 gave Steve Wiebe the chance to regain his title as world record holder live in front of the studio audience and streaming live across the internet. Wiebe was given three chances to take back the record currently held by Billy Mitchell.

In one attempt the power went out while he was at level 12 with no deaths and a score over 150,000. In his third and final attempt Wiebe did actually reach the famous "kill screen" but fell short of Billy Mitchell's record by 60,800 and coming just under the 1,000,000 mark with a final score of 989,400.

So as it stands now, Billy Mitchell remains the Donkey Kong world record holder with his high score of 1,050,200. "

BOOOOOOOOOOOO!