Icon134 0 #1 February 5, 2006 You know the movie... I watched it this evening... I've been avoiding the movie like the plague. It was good... there were parts that I really didn't like... but there were also parts that were extremely funny (I especially enjoyed a bunch of the bonus features) Now, my question is why is it that we as a society have such a stigma towards virgins? Y'all are welcome to ignore this if you so desire... ScottLivin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McDuck 0 #2 February 5, 2006 QuoteNow, my question is why is it that we as a society have such a stigma towards virgins? Knee-jerk reaction to the highly conservative affection for the chaste path? I dunno, just fishing for SC-style responses. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yamtx73 0 #3 February 5, 2006 Quote Now, my question is why is it that we as a society have such a stigma towards virgins? Perhaps it's our society's way of trying to seperate itself from it's puritanical origins and traditions?The only naturals in this sport shit thru feathers... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McDuck 0 #4 February 5, 2006 QuotePerhaps it's our society's way of trying to seperate itself from it's puritanical origins and traditions? Ahh, my faith is restored. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #5 February 5, 2006 QuoteKnee-jerk reaction to the highly conservative affection for the chaste path? I dunno, just fishing for SC-style responses. Actually I'd just as soon avoid SC type responses... to some extent I think of it from more or less a scientific propigation of genetics... socieologically speaking we are dependent on sexual intercourse to survive and someone that isn't "active" doesn't assist in that survival. Of course there is something to be said about waiting until after marrige in order to ensure that there is less burden on society... Scott I debated putting this in SC... FWIW: I'm just conserned that I'm likely to be the but of this movies joke...Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnyshrek 0 #6 February 5, 2006 Stay in SC scott. We don't take kindly to people like you round herehttp://www.skydivethefarm.com do you realize that when you critisize people you dont know over the internet, you become part of a growing society of twats? ARE YOU ONE OF THEM? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #7 February 5, 2006 QuoteStay in SC scott. We don't take kindly to people like you round here You mean virgins or freaks I'm not as freaky as Andy (in the movie) is... I don't have a huge collection of action figures... Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peregrinerose 0 #8 February 5, 2006 Are my husband and I the only two that thought the movie was overrated? It was ok, but not any more than that. Do or do not, there is no try -Yoda Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sneaky 0 #9 February 5, 2006 I watched this last night and thought it was hilarious. I especially enjoyed the arguments on the shop floor and the ' I do plenty of interesting things in my spare time ' Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike111 0 #10 February 5, 2006 some of it was really funny... watched it again fri night with a mate... but some bits wre painfully embarassing! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cesslon 0 #11 February 5, 2006 how old are you scott ? and mike why was it embarssing ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike111 0 #12 February 5, 2006 just some bits were too corny where Andy was just such a flop in what he sai d- it was painful to watch and listen as we cringed in our seats!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #13 February 5, 2006 Quotehow old are you scott ? I'm not 40 but I am old enough such that I'm not sure I'm willing to answer that question. Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #14 February 5, 2006 QuoteAre my husband and I the only two that thought the movie was overrated? It was ok, but not any more than that. No, I thought it was overrated too.Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #15 February 5, 2006 QuoteQuoteAre my husband and I the only two that thought the movie was overrated? It was ok, but not any more than that. No, I thought it was overrated too. Me three. It had some funny parts but was far too inconsistent. "There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lawrocket 3 #16 February 5, 2006 It's because the thought is, "IF you can't get laid by the time you're 16, there's something wrong with you." I guess I had something seriously wrong with me. DO you old-time posters here remember how sweet and refreshing it was back when Arthur was still chaste? Now he's getting tattoos and stuff. See what that activity does? My wife is hotter than your wife. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kschilk 0 #17 February 5, 2006 You promiscuous young'uns! Gettin laid, at the tender age of 40?! Who ever heard of such a thing?! I copped my first "knee-feel", last week....figure I'll be gettin' lucky, pretty soon. I ordered a new walker...."ribbed, for her pleasure". I'm hopin' to corral the lil' filly, in the restroom....at the Golden Country Buffet, one of these mornin's! Damn! Those support hose drive me wild!"T'was ever thus." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lolie 0 #18 February 5, 2006 QuoteDO you old-time posters here remember how sweet and refreshing it was back when Arthur was still chaste? Now he's getting tattoos and stuff. See what that activity does? Yup, I remember the days of trying to get Viking laid. And remember his "I am getting drunk for the first time" thread? -Miranda you shall above all things be glad and young / For if you're young,whatever life you wear it will become you;and if you are glad / whatever's living will yourself become. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amanda965 0 #19 February 5, 2006 The movie was funny, but didn't it seem as if it dragged on FOREVER!! About virgins- it is funny because I know some people (in their mid twenties) who are virgins. by society's norms, this just is not normal. I have seen people's reactions to the statement, "I am 25 and still a virgin." People react with, "Wow, that is really good" or "I respect that" however, by the tone in their voice and facial expression, I get the feeling they really often times think, "What is his/her problem?" That is really sad... I am not a virgin, but I used to say that I was going to wait until I was at least "in love" of not married to have sex.That does not mean that I have always complied with this statement, due to our society, pressure, alcohol and whatever else... However, what I normally see is that these days the thought of "sex until marriage" rarely happens and it is sad to for me to see so many friends (guys and girls) who have sex with lots of people just to "get laid" then if something negative results, such as pregnancy or a STD they say "how could this have happened?" Take responsibility for your actions and realize that the consequences of sex can often times be more than just an hour or less of pleasure... OK, off my soap box now...Blue skies and SAFE landings! ~Amanda~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #20 February 5, 2006 QuoteThe movie was funny, but didn't it seem as if it dragged on FOREVER!! I think part of the problem is that I saw it on DVD, and the only option was the "uncut" version, so it was longer than the theatrical version. So, I saw the stuff that probably was better off left on the cutting room floor. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #21 February 5, 2006 Quote About virgins- it is funny because I know some people (in their mid twenties) who are virgins. by society's norms, this just is not normal. I have seen people's reactions to the statement, "I am 25 and still a virgin." People react with, "Wow, that is really good" or "I respect that" however, by the tone in their voice and facial expression, I get the feeling they really often times think, "What is his/her problem?" Very well put... I'm over 25... and sometimes I "do" think there's something wrong with me. I have a really good friend... that has/had only been with one person... I think she stayed in the relationship longer then she really should have because of the connection from the sex (he was the jealous/controling type and everyone except her saw it...) ScottLivin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dougiefresh 0 #22 February 5, 2006 There's nothing wrong with waiting. Two of my best friends are over 25 and still haven't done the deed. Just waiting for the right woman. Or maybe I just hang out with losers. Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so. --Douglas Adams Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
micro 0 #23 February 5, 2006 very good thread. i thought the movie really went over the top w/ w/ banality but in the end had a fairly redeeming message. i was not a virgin when i married. far from it. and i deeply regret most of my "escapades." it saddled me with baggage. my wife on the other hand was a virgin when we married. and ya know, i'm forever grateful that she decided to wait for whom she would one day marry. she brought no baggage to the bedroom. just a willingness to give all of herself to her husband. and i don't have to worry about her past... does she compare me to other lovers, does she still fantasize about others, etc. i also have no worries about her straying. she is singularly devoted and i believe strongly that being a virgin when we married has a lot to do w/ all of that. of course, this isn't to say that nonvirgins can't have these things... i just think it can be more challenging. I miss Lee. And JP. And Chris. And... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
