ok here we are just a few days from the movie opening and things are going fast. premiere, hop on the redeye, fill in for regis, do letterman---all to mobilize our people and our people's people to see this movie so we can make more and more of them and take mulder and scully into their old age. or close. did the press junkets this weekend, 10 hours a day of answering the same question and as i blabbed on and on i realized a couple things---this movie is really about the eternal balancing act of love and work, of passion for a goal or quest and passion for a man or woman----this is mulder and scully i'm talking about. this partnership plays out in a emotional way while they are tring to solve this freaky (my kids' word) mystery that may unravel and unravel them. the case pushes mulder away from scully but also toward her, love and work impossibly intertwined until a choice must be made. what is the choice? see the movie.
batman's got everybody scared that we can't do business, and well, it is some kind of a box office juggernaut. but i want to believe. i want to believe that our loyal fans will go see us right away (see some of you at the premiere tomorrow) and they will bring friends who never watched the x files and they will tell a friend and we will become viral and keep growing and hang on for weeks. a boy can dream. see you at the movies.
dd
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«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 400 of 656 Newer› Newest»Excited for you guys and the new movie! Damn, it won't be shown here in the Philippines until Aug. 13 (also my dad's birthday). We X-phliers here will have to wait.
Just saw it today and I LOVED it. I knew I would and I'm a hopeless shipper so it was great. Loved the very last scene after the credits, it should have definitely been included in the movie or moved up a bit so the majority of ppl see it, not just the fans that knew it was there. But that's not the way Chris does things LOL he'd rather leave you wondering.
I'll definitely see it a few more times and bring non fans.
David,
did you like the movie yourself?
PLEASE READ, DAVID.
Dearest David Duchovny:
first and foremost i have to thank you. seeing a baby get buried alive in Home (s4) got me hooked on the x-files. the show brought my family together. my mom was interested in it to see your gorgeous self, my dad was interested in it for the plot. as a result, i was interested for a mixture of the two.
i painted my room green because of the x-files. i had an "alien" phase where i would go outside and just wait for a UFO to pass overhead. (i've actually seen two. i think.) I have two x-files posters hanging behind me right now as i type this.
i bought all the seasons on dvd (excluding the ones in which you are not there... ill buy those in due time.) i have a pillow case with your face on it and a tote bag with you and the saying "reading is sexy" plastered on. my devotion to the x files set me apart from the others in my classes. i felt unique and, yes, special, because i was so involved in such a wonderful thing. i even have barbie dolls of mulder and scully, complete with badges.
i bought "guide to the x files" books and would read the episode books all the time. (i once left my favorite one, Shapes, in an airplane and i was heartbroken for days.)
bree sharp's song is also huge for me. i can still remember exactly where i was when i heard the song for the first time, saw the video, unwrapped the CD, etc...
i began to see tea leoni as the luckiest woman in the world for being with you.
i simply think you should know just how significant you are to me. (and millions of other fans.) i'm just bridget from NY and i know this post has nothing special about it, im sure you hear these things all the time, but it is so special for me. i never had any way of contacting you and i still don't know if youll read this. but if you do, i say thank you. i love you.
and if there is any chance you have read this extremely long and heartfelt post, i have to include my mom in this yet again. she loves you too, but not as much as me :]
I just came from seeing your movie and I don't understand: I just want to go back and see it again... I am not a nutbag. In fact, I think I am a bright woman. I am doing a Ph.D. in genetics.
But it's friday night again and I am fourteen years old and my favorite show in the whole world is on. So I have to go and watch it...
Hi David,
Saw the movie again, it keeps getting better! There are so many cool things to see in Mulder's office; hey nostradamus!
I noticed a lot of familiar names (Tom Braidwood, Steve Kiziak, etc.) in the credits, after time apart did it feel like having lost family members back?? And did you pull any pranks on the set??
ss
I just saw the movie and I have to say: NAILED IT!!!!
This was such a work of art. And such a gift to the fans. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you - To CC, DD, GA, FS and MP for giving the fans such an awesome amount of love!
I feel like my faith was rewarded triple fold. And I will see it again 4 more times this weekend.
Hello David,
I just wanted you to know that you have touched the hearts of millions of X-Philes with your hard work in this film. I really hope that you're able to shake off the mediocre reviews that some news sources are giving -- each one I read is really just a display of the critic's own misunderstanding of what this movie is really about and what it's trying to accomplish. I was completely enthralled and moved by the film -- my only complaint is that I wanted MORE! So here's hoping for a third movie...
Again, thank you!!!!!
Hi David,
This week I was one of the freaky online xphiles who stayed up till 5am in front of my computer, knowing I had to go to work that moring, all just to share
some moments with you guys. I think this premiere event was absolutely amazing. Even though I could only watch it on screen, it seemed like you really ROCKED hollywood!
Thank you sooo much for answering our online questions, you had to answer the same questions over and over again - thank you for not getting tired of answering the same questions. Some questions were really needless to say and stupid, but you did a great job and you were sooo awesome on the red carpet! Jeeez...Thanks for waving at us xphiles in Europe! :)
It must be so exhausting and weary being involved in so many projects, hopping from one promo and tv show to the other, doing it all at the same time and still trying to comfort everyone around you.
Thank you for doing that. I hope
our devotion as fans is rewarding for you and gives back the impact that YOU had on us during the last
few months and will have in the future!
I watched the movie last night and I can't find the right words, it was so very touching and thrilling and surprising! It's amazing how authentically you and Gillian brought S&M back on screen, their chemistry was so thrilling and peaceful at once, just like if the six years hadn't passed.
I loved your gazes, everytime I saw your eyes it made me chill like in good old Mulder-times. You and Gillian were absolutely brilliant together - as always.
Thank you so much for your hard work and bringing back the characters!
Can't wait to see you in person,
Kerstin/Austria
Caught the 12:01 AM show first thing Friday. My boyfriend and I loved it. We managed to drag a couple of newbies along. Congratulations. More!!!
Just to give way too much pointless information about myself, I've made it my personal goal to get as many people as possible to see the movie.
I've seen the movie twice already, dragging my girlfriend along for the ride. She was a non X-Files fan but I've got her hooked over the last year, we watched every episode in the lead up to the release of this movie.
Other converts include; my workmate and his girlfriend who have watched every episode and seen the movie, two of my friends when they were visiting from the US earlier this month, and my excitement this week made my radio co-host decide to go see the movie this weekend also.
Thanks so much for giving us the chance to catch up with Mulder and Scully again.
Dear Mr. Duchovny,
You seem to be really "spiritual" man :). The Movie was great, the story, relationship between Fox and Dana, and a little bit of good lambent humor - definitely better and understandable for non-X-Fans( are there such people??? maybe outthere:o)) than first Movie. We all grew up:). But we (fans) are missing the TV-Show too much. It's a pity that everything in this world has an end. ( Oh, am I citing the Matrix-3?) But we wanna believe that Mulder and Scully will not leave us, and if they do, only for happy ever after:)
Thank you, Gillian, mr. Carter and whole crew for the great job! Well done!
Be happy and healthy, and come visit your fans in eastern (and west) Europe sometime.
Julia (Ukraine and Germany)
The 2nd X-Files movie sure seems to have been made on a much smaller budget than the first one. I think that a lot of people were expecting another big spectacular movie. While the 2nd movie helps to advance the story & franchise, many people would still like to see another big X-F movie on the scale of the first one. There has to be an X-F3.
JF
Great job, David. I really enjoyed the movie--far more than I expected to. I loved that it was smaller in scope and more focused on the characters and how this one case might dissect their sensibilities. Lovely work, really. (And I loved the final shot after the credits. I'm now expecting the next movie to be an X-Files/Lost cross-over.)
And Scully---man, can she rock the google searches or what. I type in a subject and normally just get a bunch of random blog hits. ;-)
I hope the movie does well. Thank you for all your hard work on it.
Hello,
I am worried about Batman too. I am really hoping that every man and his dog has already seen it in its first week. It is incredibly frustrating that there is a great big juggernaut in The X-Files' path.
I am definitely taking my friends with me to see the film when it opens in the UK. I was prepared to drag them kicking and screaming to the theatre if need be - but of course there was no need. As soon as they heard there was a new X-Files film they were all really excited about seeing it. Yey!
I am keeping my fingers crossed for great things at the US Box Office this opening weekend! The X-Files really deserves great things. Mulder & Scully are undoubtedly one of the best screen couples ever and a desperately needed alternative to the majority of vacuous and inane Hollywood characters out there. Thank you so much for working so hard to get this film made. I really hope there are more X-Files films in the future.
Thanks,
-Clarissa :-)
p.s. Good luck with your promotional trip to the UK next week – hope you have fun, we can’t wait to see you.
hi David
i wanto to say that i saw the movie and i am happy becase after 6 years waiting i have that i want: a movie and for me it was a good movie, i enjoy it. I have seen things that I thought I would never see and it was surprising wowow
to see mulder and scully together agian was gratefull and you two continue having a great chemistry
i love the shipper scenes
and i want to belive in a third movie
Don't give up!!!!!
JERALDIN
Cd. Juarez, México.
Hi David,
i just saw the movie and well...i thought it was...ok. i didn't hate it. but i didn't quite fall in love with it either. i think the best thing about it, the thing i DID love about it was the mulder and scully relationship and who they became and how they handled this new case.
the case itself was something i wish that perhaps would of been different. i am slightly disappointed as a fan who has been loyal for over a decade BUT my love for the show and the characters will remain just as strong. i'll content myself still with my season 1-6 dvds. i'm hoping for an xf3 and would hope you guys try to not to think to much about pleasing non philes. just make an xf movie and i'm sure it will be successful.
hope you have a good week-end...i'm off to a nerve wracking audition!
Antonella
Montreal
So far I think this reviewer has said what I wanted to say. She tends to be a little bit more articulate than I seem to be so read it here.
Salon Review
My only complaint is that she doesn't give you your FULL credit but see if you don't like what she does say.
That was a great movie! True hard-core X-Files.
I know the Dark Knight is making it difficult (maybe should have opened in the fall around Halloween), but I hope you guys make enough to consider doing another. We really, really want to believe.
Great job to everyone involved. As a devout X-phile, thank you. Simply thank you for keeping the story alive. Please do more.
I didn't believe when I saw "David Duchovny blog" at Gillian's website.. so far, I'm not really sure if I believe... ;)
There are so many things that we, fans, would like to say.. But I'm pretty much sure you've heard it all! Well.. maybe you haven't heard much of Brazilian fans.. I'm from Northeast Brazil, and we've waiting for soooo long to see the movie.. I saw the preview, in a room that couldn't fit everyone who wanted to watch it. Many people watched it sitten on the floor!!! But it worthed!!!! I hope you will be able to do many others. For sure, in Brazil you'll find many fans, old (like me) e new (like my boyfriend). But I can't help asking and I really hope that you'll answer me... Is there a minimal chance that you guys would come to Brazil??
Once again, congrats about the movie! Remember the episode "they neve die"??? Be sure: you, guys, will stay alive in our memories FOREVER!
All the best!
Oh, yeah... NAILED IT!!!! ;)
David, I love this movie. I have seen it three times and each time allows me to see more and to love it that much more. I feel that this movie is a gift to the fans. It gives us what we have wanted for so long. It is also a great story which is told by great acting, which will bring the new viewers into the fold
Thank you so much
Laura
i just watched the movie in singapore on friday and i gotta admit it was such a thrill seeing mulder and scully on-screen again =D. i've been hooked since i was 12, was so sad when it all ended in 2002, and now i'm 23 i feel no less different about the series! it's so cool to have all the familiar little things in the show to remind us, the fans, of times past. and i was so stoked your characters kissed in this movie (the tv-series doesn't count) and had that getaway thing at the end. (i thought the weird/ paranormal factor was kinda mild this time though, but nothing beats seeing mulder and scully in action again!) thank you and gillian for returning =)!
Hi David,
I saw the movie two days ago and I am going to watch it again tomorrow.
Let me say one thing....
NAAAAAILED IT!
I love it. It took a while to get into, but i love that it makes me think and think and think.
You and Gill did a great Job, and also did Chris and Frank.
Hope for a 3rd Movie :)
Stephanie
Hi, David!
I'd like to thank you all for the movie! It's really-really great! I'e seen it already for three times and gonna go to the theatre again. And every times i take my freands with me. More and more!)))
I love You, and Gillian, and Chris, and Frank! You did a fine job! Thank You ones more!
Julia. Russian DD-Forum.
ps Sorry for my english.
As a fan, I really enjoyed the movie. I loved how the investigation served as a backdrop to Mulder and Scully's relationship. I also loved the scene during the credits:-)
I really hope that the movie will be a success, I cross the fingers, we expect it since a long time now, so it will make me very sad for all the cast & crew if it doesn't work. I'll see it on Tuesday, I'm soooo excited :)
I saw the movie yesterday and, well?
It was like being transplanted back to childhood on Friday night, watching a brand new episode of the show ... only this time we got two hours of it. It was like an old friend that I'd been missing for such a long time suddenly reappeared, and I loved it.
The critics giving less than nice reviews are obviously not fans of the show, nor know much of what it was about.
I've now been compelled to but my schoolbooks aside and have myself an X-Files marathon for old times sake and will be crossing my fingers that there will be a movie #3!
I loved this movie. Where did you fim the scene after the credits? Was that really you and Gillian?
Yes, I'm a dork, I stayed through the credits.
OMG David!!!! I just saw the movie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!I loved it!! You and Gill were great! It was real nice to see Skinner too!!! I'm going see it again tomorrow!!!!!! I so wasn't disappointed. I was nervous at first because of the reviews but OMG I am so happy I went!!! Plz Plz Plz make XF3!!! Oh yeah and those crappy critics that said you and Gill lost your chemistry are sooooooooo wrong!! Its still there!!! Bravo!! You nailed it indeed!!!
What a reward!!! I always believed the wait would be worth it, but I could never imagine how wonderful this movie would be. I can't even begin to tell you how special and sweet, scary and thrilling, happy and sad this movie is!! It's like one of those books in lit. class that your professor gushes & gushes & gushes over - and you know in your heart it can't be as good as he/she says - until you close the back cover. CONGRATULATIONS on this movie. If there was ever a movie (or an X-File, for that matter) that pretty much says it all, it's this one. Well done, you & Gillian & Frank & Chris. I've seen it twice already and am bringing other friends & family this week! (insert girly gushy-ness here!)
i did enjoyed the movie. and i plan to see it at least a few more times. i have a lot of things to think about them. to discuss them with my friends who are also the x files fan. its a movie to think about it. its not for who come to the tearte for eat some popcorn and see a violent action and sex scene. its a very good movie. its about mulder and scully. about them together and about each other of them. about their changes. and the plotline is not so weak as do think some people. the only thing i dislike - incorrect translation in another languages. iºd like to see it in original one. i saw it in spanish and russian. itºs a little different. but i liked one thing, one error that made a russian translator maybe a porpose - she called him Fox in a bed spooning scene. it was so... intimate... why , why it wasnºt a real original text??
I saw the movie on friday. I just love. I miss the x files people so much, you have no idea. The waiting fase was driving me crazy! And the movie was full, despite the batman fever. I hope more and more and more movies.
Thank you all for beein part of my life,
Marina,
Brazil.
BTW, I stayed through the credits and wave back to Mulder and Scully! hahahahha
Trutly,
Marina,
Brazil,
I went to see the movie with my 9 family members.It was totally awesome!!!Posted about the movie on my space page.
Okay, I admit it. I snuck away Friday afternoon, drove the 35 miles into town and saw the X-Files movie--twice. (loved it)I'm not going to tell the sisters I saw it already, because I want to see it again. Now I'll have to put more gas ($4.09 it went down)in the Park Avenue for the 70 mile round trip on Tuesday which is Senior Citizen day. Okay the ticket is discounted for us old folk, but I'll go see M/S 2 a few more times before it comes out on DVD.
I'm still trying to figure out how to put the converter on my TV. Hope that doesn't affect my DVD player...but I'm rambling.
Thank you David and Gillian for giving our young people an example of the kind of "love" that is hard to find in today's cinematic offerings. Mulder and Scully's love for each other is something we all long for in this life. Mine is upstair asleep right now.
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you CC, FS, DD, GA, MP and Fox Studio and all the wonderful people behind the scenes.
Rosietoes
Just wanted to stop by and say we really enjoyed the film here in CT. Great stuff!
Hey, it's me again. Can I ask you, sir? If given a chance to do another movie with Ms. Anderson (perhaps, a romantic/comedy movie?), would you accept the offer or not? Why? If you've read this, thanks for taking the time to answer my question!
David-
Saw the movie; loved it. I plan on going again.
P.S.- I HATE BATMAN
I'm so sorry for the people who didn't understand the movie, or who expected ETs and stuff like that! I guess since the first movie it was said that the 2nd one would be a stand-alone story...
I don't worry about these people, and I don't worry about beating other movies or not, XF was always a unique show! You can never compare to another thing! The huge majority of the fans loved and a big quantity of people who aren't fans enjoyed too!
I still didn't give up about having a third movie! I still believe it!
Brasilian kisses, David!
I saw the movie and I thought it was perfect,and I plan to see it at least a few more times! I'm from Brazil and
I was absolutely impressed.Best wishes for the movie and for you!
Take care
Hellis
Saw the movie again tonight in a packed theater in LA. I was so happy that the crowd seemed to really get it, and it sounded like there were a lot of old time fans there-- they even applauded when the theme song played at the beginning. The suspense really played with this crowd, too.
I'm not going to lie. I love this movie, and I got even more out of it the second time I saw it. It's a complex, beautifully woven plot that you just don't get very often these days.
Safe travels to London.
David,
If you're talking VIRAL, go check out John Cusack's MySpace website. He's done a great job of viral 'advertising' for his little film WAR INC. and to their great surprise it is still playing in theaters, weeks after it was released. Perhaps you could think of some similar ideas, because this film needs some good Box Office if you want to do the next one.
I saw the movie, thank you for making a second one! It was subtle on the paranormal aspects. What a change of pace! I hope, hope, HOPE to see a third movie!
Jamie
Dave, it was awesome. Thank you so much for making it. I think it's a little too intelligent with its parallel storylines and philosophical, ethical, and religious questions posed for most, but I always have had a superiority complex. The X-Files is smart and us fans appreciate it more than you'll ever know. Thanks!!!
Dear David,
I'm from Italy and we have to wait untill september 5th to watch the movie. All italian fans are so annoyed about it, no idea why the movie comes out so late here but we promise we'll do our best to bring to the theater as many people as possible!
Good luck in Europe from italian x-philes, we hope to see you and everybody from the x files world in Italy as well!
Mara
I've just watched one of the last episodes ("Essence") and am really looking forward to seeing the movie. Unfortunately my holidays are standing between an evening at the theatre and me (did I really say that?).
Anyway, I'm sure you "nailed it" ;). I cross my fingers that the film will make it at the box office. The X-Files never failed to captivate me.
As someone said a few posts ago, it's strange to call you David, for I don't really know you.. But you're probably used to it!!! ;)
Well.. I said in my previous post that you might not have heard enought from Brazilian fans.. I was wrong! I started reading other posts and realized how many fans had discovered your blog! How ingenuos of me!!! ;)
But not only Brazilians.. also many other Latin America fans wrote.. And that makes me ask once again: would it be possible that you guys would come here? Perhaps a tour at Latin America! First, you'll love all the beauties we have here, and second you'd make A LOT of people so happy.. I don't know if you have ever come to Brazil, but I'm pretty much sure you and all the XF team would love not only Brazil, but the entire Latin America. Is there any chance? A minimal chance?
I wrote something at Gillian's website that I would also like to tell you: don't give up on XF. Scully and Mulder are characters that showed us that we shaw never give up trying to find the truth, to do things right, even though many times they only had each other to look for help. This, David, is a thing that no TV show is tring to show anymore. This is what no movie focus anymore. And this is what we need. And, be sure, there is no one else that could play these characters but you and Gillian!
We are hoping for a XF-3, not only because we are fans, but because you guys have what no one else has. Don't forget it!
All the best!
Liliane
Brazil
Reflecting upon your comments:
Mulder and Scully chose love, but in doing so, also chose their work. By the end, Mulder has decided to make a sacrifice for Scully, offering to escape the darkness with her (as much as is possible). Scully, on the other hand--after fully realizing/admitting why she fell in love with Mulder and that she can't give up (on him, herself, or her beliefs)--has accepted it is their fate to fight the darkness when it finds them (if it finds them).
IWTB is like a little oyster full of pearls! I love it. Thank you!!
Mr. Duchovny,
I think you are singularly awesome, even if I was slightly disappointed by the movie's plot. I will probably go see it again, anyway.
D,
It's been a long time since I've gone to a movie that left me constantly choked up, smiling and teary eyed. It was a bittersweet moment.
Now take a deep breath....and release........and relax.
Well done, David. It's all good.
Yours,
Claudia
Hello David: I am a true X-Files fan from Chile, South America. Chris Carter and Frank Spotnitz visit Santiago (the capital of Chile) for 3 days and they share a forum with the fans at the Telefónica Tower on Saturday 12 of July.
Here in my country, the movie was on theaters the 24 of July, but I went yesterday the 26 to see it because I couldn’t go earlier. It was just great to see you and Gillian playing the roles of our loved Mulder & Scully. In fact, I’m going to see it again today or tomorrow. Thank you David, it really was a great movie.
Please don’t forget that here in Chile are thousands of fans hoping and dying to see you guys again in another X-Files adventure!
Sincerely,
Roberto.
Santiago, Chile.
Too many things are going on in my mind after the movie. I have seen it twice and it is still not enough! Maybe after 10 times it will be easier to get over the emotions. The movie is just awesome. Everything is perfect and the last scene, you waving - oh my gosh... We had an X Files meeting in Warsaw with all The X Files fans from Poland and went to see the movie together. It was an unforgettable experience. We sat in the cinema after the very last scene, in tears. Later talking the whole night and thinking what a masterpiece has been done.
If it hadn't been for The X Files we would have probably never meet and still would have this weird emptiness in our hearts...
Thank you for I Want To Believe.
PS: yes, it was my friend Malvi-Poland who managed to get her nine-seasons question answered by Amanda Peet at L.A. premiere. (sorry, but I promised Malvi to do it ;)
Okay, so congratulations on the movie. I found it to be absolutely amazing. The acting was incredible, as always. And I loved seeing people from past X-files episodes in the movie (ex. episodes: Pilot, Rush, Schizongeny, Clyde Bruckman's etc...) And then there was the easter egg at the end! The Scratchy Beard line was adorable. But aside from the MSR (which was phenomenal) there was the storyline. It really took me back to the X-files episodes that scared my pants off (the ones I had to watch with the lights on, lol) I see it for my third time today. And even with seeing it my second time yesterday, I still loved it. Resurrecting old Fox Mulder couldn't have been easily, but it WAS Mulder none-the-less. You were Mulder to a tee. There wasn't a flaw in you had in becoming the character at all. The acting you did was outstanding, and your chemistry with Gillian hasn't lessened at all over the years. If anything, it increased. I've had many obsessions in my life. Many of which lasted a few months. But, I became enthralled and captivated in X-files just last summer, and I'm even more enthralled with it now. This is despite the fact that The X-files was put on the air a few months after I was born. The movie Also tied up loose ends for me that THE TRUTH did not.
Then there were the little things in the movie such as: Sun Flower Seeds, The I Want to Believe poster, The picture of Samantha, newspaper clippings and articles on the wall, and the basketball on Mulder's desk. I'm talking about the things a real X-phile would appreciate.
The only thing that disappointed me were poor reviews from critics. Now, every movie, show, play, or musical for that matter are going to have their fair share bad reviews. Now that's just status quo. But, I'm betting money that the bad reviews came from the critics that never even paid any attention to the show or anything. They didn't understand an ounce of what was going on.You and Gillian Anderson both made lines that could mean nothing mean so much more (ex. things said about William) Now, those damned critics knew nothing of all the pain and suffering Mulder and Scully have been through those nine years. I feel that it's the reviews of the actual audience that count. The viewers are the ones that pay to see the movie, the ones that will be seeing it over and over again (like myself). I write XF fanfiction on fanfiction . net and I keep getting reviews on my stories and messages through the website saying how much the person had enjoyed the movie. The majority of them say that there planning on seeing at least ten times in theatres. After I saw the movie I went into Batman to see the last ten minutes of it (i saw it last week) I was sitting with my friends during the credits when the audience began filing out. I did my part promoting the movie by yelling at everyone to go see XFILES. I said that the next showing was theatre 17 in ten minutes. I yelled that it was way better than The Dark Knight. I truly believed it was. It was a gripping thriller that had you on the end of the seat the whole movie. It also had a fine balance of romance (not just between Mulder and Scully, but a little Mulder Skinner towards the end too) and intelligence.
Now, if you read my comment I want to say thanks. It was a truly long one.
I'm hoping for XF3!
Well said Andrea!
Loved the movie. Took my entire household to see it. It was great to see Mulder and Scully on the big screen again. You guys did not disappoint!! Thanks for the awesome movie.
Hi David
I saw the movie 4 times until now and i really loved it.
It is perfect!!!
kisses
Tassia - Brasil
Thank you, David, for everything.
And especially for letting Mulder and Scully have a real, real, real kiss at her car. Some of us have been waiting fifteen years for that.
Dear David,
I saw the movie and I have to be honest, I didn't like it...at first. So I went to see it again, and I liked it...so i saw it again and liked it a little more. I am plannign to see it at least one more time and purchase the dvd when it's released. It was so great to see Mulder and Scully again - they have been missed. I hopewe get to visit with them again soon - and I know you will (or at least I hope you do) push for more movies. But maybe Fox should reconsider the release time so they are not overshadowed by the big blockbusters during the summer - unless of course the next one has a huge budget!
Good luck to you, David. Now off to wrap up Californication with you, I can't wait for season 2!
Love,
Michelle
Hi David! i´m spanish, my english it´s no good, i´m sorry! I love X-Files... I love new film. Than you for this gift.
Kisses from Spain
David, like a girl said above...
Please, don't give up!
Don't give up on XF!!
Say that to Chris and all the people who made this great movie!
Most of the people liked the movie, tha fans are still out there, and they loved it!!
Don't give up...don't take our sunshine away :D
Kisses,
Luciana.
What can I say.. You nailed it. I hope we will see more of you soon.
I saw it Friday night and I can't wait to see it again. I was so scared I dont think I can go into a public pool by myself ever again!
Loved seen M&S again together, specially where they are in their relationship, brought a big smile to my face. I have to admit I miss Dodget and Reyes I really loved them as well It would have been fun to have teh foursome again like in the last eppy.
I know the press junkets are tirign but Im so thankfull you and Gillian did tehm together it has been an amazing treat. Thank you!
LOved it LOved it!!! and I do hope theres a third one. SOON!!!!!!!!
Hi David,
The movie's premiered in the States now and I'm just counting down the hours (and minutes and seconds) until the London screening. Can't wait to see the film at the Empire and then again (several times) when I get back home to Wales. I'm already dragging a load of work colleagues along and I've no doubt all the other philes will be doing the same with their friends.
I'm sure with fans like this the movie can't fail to be a success.
Good luck, and thanks so much.
Saw it on opening night and I have only two words. NAILED IT!
Seriously, Thank you, David for bringing one of my all time favorite characters back into my life.
I'll be going again next weekend.
HI Mr. Duchovny....TruCalling again... I just saw the box office numbers and its upsetting that they movie made only 10.2 mil. I hope this doesn't discourage you, CC, and GA bringing another X Files movie. I loved the movie. I loved seeing M&S together again. IF you all decide not to do another X Files, it would be very disappointing, but maybe you and Gillian and do another movie together... You two have amazing on screen chemistry. Keep your head up!!!
Delighted to hear that you and Gillian will be at the London premier. Its hot and steamy in the Uk right now but a little cooler thankfully by Wednesday. Thanks for your gift in doing this movie for all of us, all of you who were involved. It means so much to us. we wills see the movie as much as we can as we really want that 3rd movie!!!
Love to you all for doing this, we so love these characters. See you in London David. we hope you will stay and see the movie chat with fans.
Hi David!
It's just started in Russia. X-files have a lot of fans here, so fingers crossed.
I've seen the movie and must say it worth seeing though pedophilic priest was the last character we expected to see)) But for me it feels relevant to the original show. I mean you guys always raised up themes that others would rather skip.
It was funny to see references to russian scientists in Scully's research. So we are the bad guys? Again? ))
Applauses to you and Gill as Malder - Scully part is definitely the best of all. After all these years you both are so natural, so believable. It felt like a real thing there. And it's great that you made Mulder matured (in a way so different to Hank Moody))) and still keep this Don Quixote's charm...
So THANK YOU, DAVID )) Waiting for X-files-3 now. And if you were the director, what theme would you pick for the next movie?
Mariam, Moscow, Russia
David,
I'm pretty sure that there will be another movie because I am willing to pitch in for it!!! I DONT HAVE MUCH BUT IM SURE X-FILE FANS WILL HELP PAY FOR THE NEXT MOVIE!!!!!
Hi David,
Just want to say that I loved every Mulder & Scully scene in the movie, it was like the old times and then some. Thanks to you and Gillian for bringing Mulder & Scully back. I never knew how much I missed them until I saw them again.
I know the domestic box office numbers are not that encouraging but please "don't give up". We'll be hoping and waiting for the third movie.
Cat
I loved the movie. Well worth the wait, I just hope not to wait so long for the next film(s).
YOU GUYS NAILED IT!!!
Hi DD!
Saw the movie Sat. night with my husband and we loved it! I don't understand the negative reviews I've seen and read, it's a really good movie!
I just found out about the movie a few weeks ago (I know, kinda sad). I was a huge Philer back in the day, was a member of the fan club, etc. But all that came and went as I became a Mom and things like soccer, ballet, house, husband took over.
But, then it happened, I saw the trailer one night while I was putting my kids to bed. It stopped me dead in my tracks, I was frozen. I couldn't believe it! I got online that night and have been online ever since. So I just want to say thanks for bringing back the fun all over again! Here's to many more movies! Go M&S!!
Okay, so I spend a week or two in the north woods of Minnesota every year, kind of a spiritual journey for me, but this year just happened to coincide with the release of the movie. So I didn't get to see it until today (Sunday), after returning to civilization. I went to an early matinee, which was strangely not well-populated, but then again it was a beautiful day, and much of my town is still recovering from the devastating floods of last month. Since I had watched a few of the message boards, I knew to stay until the end of the film, and was - again - strangely the only one who did. So after the little Easter Egg, scene, I raised the roof all by my little self with a full-bodied "NAILED IT!!!" and successfully scared the pants off the kid who had just walked in to clean the theater between shows!
Although most of the audience was the 30-something crowd, I sat next to a couple who was probably in their 80's... the guy almost landed on the floor when he tried to sit in an empty spot for a wheelchair. It was dark. I grabbed him before he hit the deck, and helped him find a real seat. It made me happy to know that the X-Files audience does span the generations.
Now that I've done my motherly duty of "previewing" the movie, I will be taking my 13-year-old daughter, and about 20 of my friends and family. I think that comes out to seeing it about 21 more times myself, but maybe we'll go in groups. :) And we'll do our best to scare a few more members of the cinema's cleanup crew! Mulder and Scully were a constant through a very difficult phase in my life, and I feel that I owe them so much. I'm sure that sounds really pathetic, but what can I say... what doesn't kill you makes you stronger! It was like visiting old friends... I cherish it!!!
Kudos, David. You definitely NAILED IT!!! :)
><>Karol, Cedar Rapids, IA
Hello Uncle David! it is obvious that they were very well in the premiere, and the movie, and I congratulate him. The story I saw the film in the Avant Premiere, July 21 here in Chile, and I liked it very much, I laughed a lot with some dialogues, and I laughed more with the last scene which was very comical novel. does not understand much the "joke" about George Bush .. and I was not the only ... but overall, the film was very good, I liked some games cameras, which I think Uncle Chris was responsible for this true? ... and his performance was spectacular ... haha .. always wanting to believe ... but I think the character of Mulder did not have a big change, besides having matured somewhat, who plays Aunt Gillian, had a more noticeable change, and expressing his feelings and says it without fear, at least that's what I've noticed ... but beyond, so good.
I hope you would have liked to submit to you, and Indian or Rogue Pichulonco ... occurred to me that idea because I think you have a good sense of humor. Beware much and...
ADIÓS!!
Fabiola
Concepción
Chile
Hi, David!
I finally was able to see the movie today and loved it very much. You and Gillian's relationship as Mulder & Scully was complex, intense, and very loving. CC did not disappoint me this time.
Fans: if you've been reading a lot of negative press about this film, ignore it. YOU MUST SEE THE MOVIE FOR YOURSELF, because when it gets down to it, the only opinion you should listen to should be your own. Only YOU can say whether or not you liked it.
David, you and Gillian definitely 'nailed it' and 'don't give up' on the idea of a 3rd movie. Thank you! :)
Andrea
Chicago, IL
The movie was wonderful. Brought my 15 year old sister who has never seen an X file in her life and she loved it too. The whole "What, they can't pay for lunch?" thing on Regis and Kelly was too funny! Thanks for all your promotion and work for this film -- it's been great getting to see Mulder and Scully again.
My best friend and I had the amazing opportunity to meet Ms. Anderson before the premiere and then you on the red carpet, which had our minds spinning and it was a completely surreal experience to then plop down in our seats in the theatre and realise Xzibit and Dr. Dre were directly behind us. That entire experience is one I will most definitely never forget.
Thank you SO MUCH for this film. It is everything I could've wanted and more. The performances are so powerful and the way the relationship between Scully & Mulder has progressed and evolved over the years, away from our prying eyes, is stunning. You both masterfully tackled the interaction of the characters, giving us that electric chemistry in a different, more familiar way than before.
My deep thanks and gratitude go out to everyone involved in the project. Thank you for believing in it and in us. I have seen it four times thus far and plan on seeing it many, many more times. Not only is the film rewarding to X-Philes, it is a solid movie. It was gritty and raw and evoked that wonderful Hitchcock style of anticipation and shadows. I cannot thank you all enough for this "little TV show."
I posted this earlier and it is not showing in your Blog so here it goes again.
BEE NICE! David, I saw you on David Letterman's show. I am willing to bet mucho dinero (Well, I should clarify that I don't have mucho but anyways...) that a bee did not sting your child when he was 3 years old. Bees are very docile and they are not into poolside adventures. Wasps are the ones that are aggressive like that. They are out searching for flesh and any kind of meat. Why must bees continue to get the blame when they are usually the innocent ones? I saw the movie and I was entertained immensely. I prefer you without a beard in movies though. You look too much like an ivy league professor gone mad with that beard. Tee Hee!! ;) I hope your move goes well and it is a happy move for all of you. Anytime I went through Malibu on a trip, I had hoped for a sighting of the Duchovny clan, but alas, I never saw anyone famous there.
X-Files opened this weekend at #4. Not too shabby!
The movie was wonderful. Just wanted to say thanks, I absolutely loved it.
To Cynthia.
Nice you love bees and I can't be sure that what stung Miller was a bee or a wasp, but what you said isn't true. I've been stung several times by bees and I know very well the difference between wasps and bees. Also two of my dogs were stung by bees while they were just sniffing around. The vet had to pull the stinger out my puppy's nose. So, I don't agree with you. They ARE less agressvie, but when feeling threatened they will sting.
Btw David, I hope you're not too disappointed about how the movie opened. Most of the fans are very happy about the movie and it made a third the opening weekend of what it has cost to make it. For a low budget movie that doesn't sound bad to me at all, but who am I.
I'm hoping to see you on Wednesday in London and hopefully we'll get a chance to talk a few words. My suitcase, eventhough half empty, is packed. I'm very excited already and even a bit nervous, because I don't like to travel with anything different than a car. But hey, at least it's not a plane but a train.
Linda61
David,
I saw the movie for the third time tonight--I just can't get enough! I just wanted to thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for all you and CC, FS, and GA have done to make this film happen. After listening to you guys talk for months about how this movie was really made for the fans... I finally *got* it after seeing the film. It was absolutely beautiful. Mulder and Scully are meant for each other, and their relationship in this film is portrayed in a way that us philes have never had the pleasure of seeing before. So again, thank you. Despite what critics are saying and despite semi-disappointing opening weekend box office figures, you guys absolutely did nail it. Right on the head.
Thank you,
Amanda
Just wanted to say I LOVE the movie and i really hope you get to make XF 3, that would be great.
And I also hope that you will keep writing in this blog for a while, maybe answer a few questions that are puzzling the fans... After the movie will be released everywhere, of course.
Thank you so much for doing this and you & Gillian are amazing actors.
Love always!
Sorina, TN
Thank you. I loved the film!
Best scenes?
-Mulder and Skinner hug, it was so sweet and unexpected.
-Mulder's sunflower seeds,the pic of Sam on the back of the door.
-The wave from the boat;
-the beard shaving;
-Billy Connolly's great acting;
- Amanda Peet´s is great too;
-I loved to see Mulder´s office and the pencils. LOL
-Scully saying Mulder's stubbornness is one reason she fell in love with him.
-Mark Snows emotional score.
-Gilligan,Bowman,Gilligan and
Scully in Mulder´s phone.
I want to thank CC and FOX Network for trying their best to give us closure while also cleaning up the Mulder on trial mess so that an XF3 could be possible.
You must be proud of yourself because I am very proud of you.
I loved your acting in ALL your scenes.
YOU NAILED IT. I LOVED IT.
Hi David.
My hubby and I watched IWTB and had our very own X-Filish experience...was initially seated next to this guy, who was alone. Before and when the movie started, he kept on tilting his mineral water bottle up and down (and it was going "glug, glug glug")and he would suck on it periodically(!)...and it was absolutely getting on my nerves cos it was spoiling my entire movie experience which I had looked forward to forever!
Fortunately, there was an empty seat next to my hubby, to which I escaped with huge relief!
That guy, however, continued his strange actions throughout the whole movie...which was kinda creepy (and as if the movie wasn't keeping me on edge enough awready!)...I intend to catch it another time, hopefully in peace, cos I think it was GREAT! Mulder & Scully still rock! :)
Hi David,
Just saw it for the 5th time in Australia, I LOVE IT!
What did Tea think of the film?
Well done and I plan to see it at least a few more times.
Sebastian
hi - i love the movie. can't wait to see on blu-ray :D thank u david, gillian, chris, frank and to alle the other, who made this film possible!
i'm really looking forward to the next x-files movieS ;)
greetings from olli (hamburg, germany)
Hi David... today is my last day right before I'm flying to London! And I can tell you that in a few hours I will have seen the movie - believe it or not - 10 TIMES! Yeah, today I wanna see the movie 2 times here in Berlin.
Gosh, I LOVE THE MOVIE! And yes, I AM CRAZY!
Please please please, there has to be a third one ... I can't stand the idea of never ever see you and Gillian together on sceen again!
NAILDET IT!
And yes, I saw a lil bit of your tongue! :P MORE PLEASE!
PS: You both were so damn cute together at the LA prem... I hope I can see something like that LIVE in London!!! Gillian is such a beauty preggy woman, wow! I loved her dress!
CU SOON!
AND GOOD LUCK!
Dear. David!
NAILED IT!!!
Film "The X-Files: I want to believe" - magnificent!!!
Thank very mach for Mulder and The X-Files!!!
We love you! And love all your films!
I want to believe in third movie!
Good luck!
With love, Olga. Kyiv, Ukraine.
I thought the movie was great. I don't know what people would expect from an x files movie. I hope you continue to make more.
Stephen
Hi David its soo hot am humid here in the Uk right now. I heard you mention you were so tired of R&K . Please rest up before your flight. we are all looking forward to seeing you but want you to be rested. The humidity here is crazy right now and middle of London is the worst when its like this.
Glad its a shipper movie!!!
I'm a little late to comment here, but I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed the movie!
I'm an eighteen year old fan; I was three years old when the show premiered and didn't start watching it until three years ago. So it was really an amazing experience for me to get to attend the LA premiere.
I've brought non-fans to the movie and they've enjoyed it. I've also told old fans to go see the movie as well. I LOVE this movie! It's not only a truly disturbing, chilling X-File, but also an incredible romance. :)
So thank you, thank you, thank you! I'm looking forward to seeing your future projects. You deserve a nice rest now!
David...
I have no words to describe how much I loved this movie. And I am tired to use PERFECT AND PERFECT AND PERFECT.
Actually, There is nothing I would change.
So... I just have to say: THANK YOU!
THANK YOU, Gillian (who is incredible in this movie), Chris Carter and Frank Spotnitz.
You guys really really really NAILED IT!!! ;-)
Ah, all my friends (that I moved with me to see the movie) love it too.
And my excers-crazy-friends are in ecstasy...
Kisses and kisses from your brasilian fan,
Josi.
OMG! I forgot it...
"I really enjoyed the movie--far more than I expected to." [2]
And I was expecting a lot... :D
Oh... I really love the scene in the end too... ;-)
XF3 - I Believe!
Kisses,
Josi.
I SECOND WHAT JOSI SAID ABOVE!!
"I really enjoyed the movie--far more than I expected to." [3]
O.o, actually....I third that...
:D
I'm taking a lot of people I know to se the movie, and all of them enjoyed it a lot!!!
I can't stop saying THANK YOU!
Kisses!
Like Tara said. It's very hot and humid. We just had a terrible thunderstorm. But I hope (if I can trust the forecast) it will be a bit better on Wednesday. Cooler.
Those who have to travel from Holland and other places and leaving tomorrow just like me, have a good trip, be careful and we'll meet eachother in London. David, you too of course. Have a good trip, be save and we'll be seeing you in London.
Linda61
Hi, I wanted to first of all express my gratitude to you and everyone involved in this project. I've seen the movie 3 times and every time I see it I like it more and I notice more details that I missed in the previous viewings. I plan to keep going to the theater for as long as the movie is out.
I do think that this movie requires more thinking than your typical summer movie requires. It feels (in my very industry un-savvy opinion) that a fall/winter release date may have worked better. In any case, thanks from a very new fan (became a fan through TNT re-runs last year)I hope we can make it enough of a success that we may eventually find out what happens in 2012 :)
Ruth.
PS:
NAILED IT!
Well, as a part in whole the movie was good...being so immersed in the x-files over the past year in anticipation to relive it all over again, I felt a bit let down by some unanswered questions...and it is true as you stated that you are not going to be able to answer it all, but I was hoping for a bit more to chew on for the next six years! I remember being in the basement of my dorm in college watching xfiles on the one tv we had with cable and loving every minute of the action suspense and tension involved with all of the characters....was very happy to see mulder and scully still together after all these years, but was anticipating a search for William...Perhaps that is coming next? A girl can dream right?
Hey Dave
We almost called out Agent Mulder to our town of Buxton, Derbyshire last Sat! Apparantly these
mysterious orange lights were spotted in the North West UK. Even my friend next door and other neighbours witnessed this strange phenomenon. However we are not about to be invaded by aliens! It was infact chinese lanterns with candles inside that were let off by students from various universities after they graduated. How cool that this happened (causing a stir here) several days before you lot come over and premiere the movie in London! Doo, doo, doo, doo, doo, doo!
Penny xx
Hey Dave
We almost called out Agent Mulder to our town of Buxton, Derbyshire last Sat night. Apparantly these mysterious orange lights were spotted in the North West UK. Even my friend next door and other neighbours witnessed this strange phenomenon last Sat night. However we are not about to be invaded by aliens! It was infact chinese lanterns with candles inside that were let off by students from various universities after they graduated. I do find it rather hillarious though that this was causing a stir several days before you lot were coming to premiere the movie in London!
Do, do, do, do, do, doooo! LOL!!!
Penny xx
Penny xx
Just had a flippin' X File myself. Was having trouble with posting.
Sorry 'bout that! :-)
Penny xx
David,
I did my part. When I saw the movie on Friday I brought 12 people, and then I saw it again the next day with more friends. I thought it was GREAT. It felt like I was seeing some long lost friends again. Thank you for making the movie and I hope you do make another one.
My fiancé n' I been watching all the X-Files seasons on DVD for months in preparation for the movie. (Although we've only made it as far as Season 5, because well, life gets in the way of being a couch potato.)
Friday night we watched the first movie, and Saturday we planned to attend 'I Want to Believe'... but dammit, one of our friends had to be born 35 years ago and have his (super lame) birthday party that night, ruining our plans. We really should've bailed and caught the movie instead...
We managed to get out to see it on Sunday, hoping that our eight bucks would still somehow counts towards opening weekend box office totals. (Does Sunday count? It is technically still the weekend....)
Anyhow, we loved the movie, and we plan to see it in the theatre again just to show our support. I *really* hope they make a third!
~Melodie
Kelowna, BC
Hi Dave,
I went to see the movie for the second time today. I still can't get used to it.
I really think expectations have been set too high. And I also think that critics review the film way too harsh. After all, I think it is a movie with a great message but, unfortunately, not everybody seems to get it.
I think there are some great ideas and some of them should have been deepened but... they weren't and so the movie just scratches the surface of these topics like faith, love etc. and thus leaves the viewer not knowing what to think about the movie.
Well, this might sound complicated but this is how I feel.
Moreover, I can't shake the feeling that the X Files itself hasn't really evolved since the end of the show. I mean, the X Files has been so popular on TV because it was something completely new with its theatre-like episodes etc. but technology and society changed. The new X Files film used the means to fascinate and shock people it already used in '93. Unfortunately, this doesn't work anymore. Nowadays almost every TV show has this theatre look and people expect huge explosions and terrifying scenes in a thriller.
I loved the M&S scenes though and I also thought your acting was great. You were so fresh and enthusiastic throughout the movie. I loved that.
Well, I feel like I had to say that. Probably you won't have the time to read it but I just had to pass it on to you! :)
Thank you for your efforts and your acting and everything! :)
Hugs from Germany, Ines
Hi David,
So glad everything's gone well this weekend stateside and in Australia, and can't wait to see you guys at the London Premier on Wednesday. So excited to have won tickets through Frank's blog!
I'm a secondary English Teacher and our school is running an 'Extreme Reading' project this summer that involves teachers being photographed reading in unusual places. Naturally I will make sure I am snapped reading by the red carpet but they all told me it just wouldnt be right if it didnt have either you or Gillian in the shot! If only...!
Thanks for such a great run up to this, it has made my summer!
I believe!
The movie was wonderful. From your first scene to your very last, it was SO good to see Mulder on the big screen again. How different he and Scully are, and yet their constant is each other.
Can't wait to go again. And again. And again! And of course I tell everybody I know. :)
NAILED IT!
Much love to you and all of Carter & Co.
The movie was just as you and Gillian described it at the LA premiere, HOT and LOYAL!!
You both did a wonderful job of getting back to Mulder and Scully and keeping that chemistry we love!!
Saw it twice this weekend and will definitely be going back for more!
Hope you're able to have a break and relax soon!
Best,
Jessica G.
Hey David,
I've seen the movie twice now. The first time i was so excited and overwhelmed to see Mulder and Scully together again i thought it was very good. The 2nd time i thought well they could have done better. It just wasn't very X-File-y. I LOVED the shippy stuff (especially the end... heheh), amazing really after waiting all these years for it! But the actual story seems to have been there done that kinda feel to it. I hope that there is another one because i'd hate for this to be the end.
Thanks for your time and effort for all of us hardcore fans! The 2nd time i saw it with a group of fans, making it super wonderful to experience it with them. Maybe you should write the next one, I've always enjoyed your XF Episodes very thoroughly!
Thanks,
Jolene
MN
"Maybe you should write the next one, I've always enjoyed your XF Episodes very thoroughly!"
YES! Or at least be a part of the writing process....
I think the philes should form a corporation, donating $ for the next film (like shareholders of sort). Eh?????
Hi David,
Just wanted to say I loved it!! It was like visiting with old friends. You and Gillian did a wonderful job recapturing Mulder and Scully's relationship.
I was so glad to see Mitch made it into the movie.
Thank Chris for all his 'winks and nods' to his X Philers.
All the best with this seasons Californication.
Hi again David,
I watched the movie 5 times until now, but i'm planning to go to the theathers again and watch at least five times. I really loved this movie, it was perfect. When the series ended up in 2002, I asked to myself what would happened to Mulder and Scully. Thank you. You guys answered my question. Everything was so perfect. I loved everything.
Kisses
Tassia - Brasil
My best friends and I had an X-Files club in the 4th grade (We're sophomores in college now). We reunited for the premiere on Friday. It was fantastic. :)
I have all the episodes on tape from way back when. Started rewatching them yesterday. First season = phenomenal.
I just watched the movie again. It is even better on the second time.
The theather was almost full again. The audience loved when Scully hits the "bad" guy.
Kisses from Brasil
Namarië!
Oh I think this guy gets it and made a darn good review....
GREAT REVIEW
I began watching The X-Files in 2000 after moving away to college (no cable on the family farm). I worked backward from there, eventually watching all of the show's episodes. As a relative latecomer to The X-Files, I Want to Believe offers a new opportunity for me. Seeing Mulder and Scully on the big screen was thrilling! I just wanted to let you know that the film surpassed my expectations. I couldn't have asked for anything more. IWTB is a suspenseful and thoughtful narrative, centered around themes which are very appropriate for today's audience. I am proud to say that this movie made me think, and that's what I've always enjoyed about the series. I am also proud to say that it was quite creepy. To quote many other fans: this movie was "classic X-Files." Honestly, I don't think that higher praise exists.
We believe in you. Thank you for believing in us.
Sincerely,
Dr. Sims
Madison, AL
After watching "The X-Files: I Want to Believe" this weekend, I just wanted to write, as I did on Frank's blog, how much I appreciate the film and everything you all put into making it.
Several of the reviews I have read seem to lament that this wasn't a classic X-Files episode with Mulder and Scully investigating aliens and the paranormal, or that Mulder and Scully themselves have changed. After watching the film, I think these critics completely missed the point. It seems to me that many people reviewed the wrong movie -- not the one that they saw but the one they expected to see.
This is not a big, fun summer popcorn movie. It's not a sequel to "Fight the Future" like people may have expected. It is a surprisingly intimate epilogue to the show, a thoughtful character study that examines faith and redemption and the universal quest to find meaning in life. To me, the casefile itself was incidental, a catalyst for them to deal with the fallout of their retreat from "the darkness". I was surprisingly moved by Mulder and Scully's interaction. I thought you and Gillian did a wonderful job keeping the essence of the characters intact while infusing them with a deeper understanding of themselves and each other.
I'm sure you all could have made a "classic" X-Files movie if you wanted to, but instead you did something I consider a lot more brave and unexpected. Mulder and Scully have grown up. They have gone from being pop culture icons to mature, fully-realized characters. It takes a lot of balls to change iconic characters. Moreover, it's rare for movies to portray a relationship with this depth; Hollywood so rarely goes beyond the adolescent hook-up phase to what it's really like to love another person and the sacrifice and compromise that requires. I certainly didn't expect it in an X-Files movie, and I don't think a lot of other people did either.
I had an Art History professor, Dr. Jonathan Ribner, who told me once that "Art is a conversation that never stops." It's disappointing that the film isn't getting the critical acclaim I think it deserves, but I think this movie will stand the test of time. New fans will see it and want to go back to find out more about these characters, and knowing their future will add an interesting dimension to their viewing experience. For longtime fans like me who found the character motivation just as interesting as aliens and monsters, this movie was an unexpected gift. Thank you so much for bringing it to life.
Yo, DD.
Just watched it for the 2nd time today.
I think it ain't too bad, but at this rate, I hope there will be an XF3? :/
Anyway, good luck with your future endeavours. And Californication, which I haven't begun to watch yet 'cos Singapore doesn't air it *grinds teeth together*
Siew Ann
Singapore
See you tomorrow!!! When my dream comes true:)
Love, Nicole
Hello, David!
I'm Anya from Russia. And I would like to thank you and Gillian Anderson, Chris Carter, Frank Spotnitz and all people, who created the "X-Files: I want to believe". It's a great movie. Very honest, about fear, love and faith.
You and Gillian - amazing actors. And her eyes - it's something unbelievable!
Thank you all!
And don't give up!:) Because we'll wait 3 part :))))
Good luck,
Anya.
Saw the film. twice. Nailed it, indeed!
thank you
Saw it. Loved it. Thanks too all of you for great performances.
I hope to see more films in the future.
David:
I saw the movie at midnight opening day, the first showing. Loved all of it, and gave it five out of five sunflower seeds in my review. I just wanted to say how much I enjoy reading this blog of yours. The behind the scenes stories, your description of what you do to become Mulder (and to become David), all of it is interesting and cool. Thanks for letting us inside your head.
Sarah
www.munchkyn.com
YOU NAILED IT. :o))
It was.. great. Don't know what else to say. Great job :o)
Hi David,
I'm not sure if this has been shared with you or not, but this was posted in Frank's blog as well as the xfilesultimate forms. This reviewer completely understood the movie and has eloquently written the best review I have ever read (about this movie or otherwise). I thought it was worth sharing with you and all the nay-sayers out there:
http://reflectionsonfilmandtelevision.blogspot.com/
I absolutely LOVED the movie and I am so thankful to you, Gillian, Frank, and Chris for making this film. You definitely N.A.I.L.E.D. I.T.!
NAILED IT! haha i loved the movie, david! i dont care what the critics say. this was a great gift from all you guys to the fans. ive seen it twice so far and im goin as many times as i can! it was wonderful to see mulder and scully again and where they are in their lives now. i hope we get to see more and more of them. heres to XF3!
dear mr. duchovny,
sorry - earlier i stated, that i was a little disappointed by the movie. but now, having watched it a second time and this time in english (not german) it suddenly all makes sense! mulder&scully magic back again. the story in the hospital could have been shorter and better written, but despite that i really do believe: it's a great movie! it'll do gain the respect it deserves on dvd...just you wait n see!
still its a pitty that you won't come over to germany...
cheerz,
janebodega
David - I loved it! It's quiet and intimate and strange - beautifully shot and acted. I've seen it 3 times - enjoying it more each time. It shouldn't be compared to other "summer movies"; the plot's no odder than giant green men or caped crusaders. Please don't be disheartened - you guys did good work. A request - would you consider putting together a website (like Gillian's) - it would be nice to know of your future projects.
Mr. Duchovny,
This blog has been a great place for interaction, but the full press run you've made has brought a smile to my face. I love you in interviews.
Anyways. I want to talk about believing today, and I hope you'll address some of these issues in your next post here.
$10 million opening weekend. It's not pretty, but if the reported budget is close to true... we thankfully won't be done with this amazing franchise.
My first reaction to seeing I Want to Believe was lacking. The film does suffer from its budget-- sequences like the snow plow taking out Scully's car (with poor ol' you in it) need more. The film's supporting cast isn't quite X-Files worthy... I'd give up Xzibit for Robert Patrick in the role of "doubter" any day (and I like Xzibit as an actor, this just wasn't his role) and Amanda Peet sucked the film dry every time she came on screen... never a good sign when people are saying "Thank goodness" when a "good guy" dies. And, while I think the man is a genius in many ways... Chris Carter is not a director. Someone with a better eye needed to be doing the visuals for this film.
I think the decision to take care of the many relationship issues the show had was a good one for this movie. But with this done, it's important to look back over nine years and realize that the most important element of the show was missing-- "The X-Files". The show revolved around the idea that there was someone who was searching in that darkness, and that he was such a revolutionary figure that his death would mean the start of a crusade.
"I Want to Believe" was an okay movie. Well acted, one of the best soundtracks this year, and even though it fails on many of the levels that critics are accusing, it is NEVER untrue to the established world, allowing the fans to embrace it. But because the word "okay" has circulated, this film is going to suffer at the box office. It will do fine on DVD, but there is no reason to see this movie in a theater. The easy way out for Fox will be saying "Dark Knight killed us", but that simply isn't the case. At least a third of your current fanbase has started up since "Fight the Future". And where did they start? TV reruns. DVDs. This movie didn't promise anything big enough for them to leave their homes!! I remember the promotions for "Fight the Future"... right up front was always that explosion with the police car flying forward with you and Gillian ducking inside. Something grand. Something that looked expensive. I hate to admit this, but in the science fiction genre you need something "big" to get us to know this is more than something to watch from the couch. I wish that I could say otherwise, but big plot events in "I Want to Believe" are small--LOOKING UP STEM CELL THERAPY ON GOOGLE? There simply has to be a more interesting way to show our genius scientist finding out about such procedures than something that boring.
We need to know there is an event. Part of that will be casting. Bring on more Skinner in a trailer. Use the supporting cast who will make more fans come out-- Armin Mueller-Stahl, Lucy Lawless. Promise us something that demands our immediate attention.
From my understanding you are a large part of who we have to thank for the fact that we are getting MORE X-FILES and the fans appreciate that. But we need something more intense to bring in the greater crowd. You have given us the emotional arcs to the characters that we needed. Now scare us. Now shock us. And at some point, you'd better damned well tell us what happens in 2012. :)
Thank you for believing, but realize that in some ways... well, that isn't enough. 20th Century Fox screwed you all on this one some. Find a way to fight back, and prove the critics (including myself) wrong. No matter what, know the fans and critics alike loved what you brought to the table... you nailed it, but the whole needed something more.
In case anyone was thinking my first post was putting the x-files down, i wanted to clarify: I liked the movie, it was a good movie, but so much happened after the first movie with the plot that i wanted it to go there, to believe Mulder and Scully are saving us from complete colonization...that somehow William would return as a Gibson Praise mini-me and lead his parents to the answer they need for a happy ever after...I just didn't think the case they made for Mulder's atonement was really x-files material...could I see Mulder showing scully some slides of a severed arm at the feet of Father Joe a crazy convicted priest who claims God led him to it sure, but a missing FBI agent in the middle of an obviously very harsh winter in the middle of nowhere hardly pushes my buttons enough to bring in one of the best paranormal detectives the FBI ever had and forgive him all his trespasses against the government...they really need to push dr. frankenstein a bit more for me... to call in the calvary...I'm sure David if you are reading this you think I'm bummin' on your film, but I've been with the xfiles from the beginning and love the underlying plot of the whole thing, after all it's what finally brought the dynamic duo together even after the artic trip only left us marveling at the possibility...ok so i've stated my thoughts..perhaps we might get movie feedback straight from the Fox's mouth if he returns to his blog sometime soon.
WTF was that morning show with mike and juliet about. Their inane questions were disgusting. YOu were barely even on and it was my first and last visit to that waste of tv time.
The movie was even better the third time around. Make more please.
david, thank you so much, i hope you know just how much the intelligent, devoted fans are loving this movie. PLEASE DO XF3! the fans will pay for it!
you are beloved and I hope you and Gillian aren't getting discourgaged, because much like the early days of The X Files, this movie will slowly catch on and people will realize it's brilliance.
also you are INCREDIBLE in the "break up scene" for the 30 seconds before you say, "well good luck then." I LOVE THAT PART SO MUCH!
I saw the movie for the second time yesterday. For me, it was just as awesome as the first time. For my friends that are too young to have watched the series from the beginning, it was much better the second time. Hopefully that means I can get them to go again in a couple days!
btw, I noticed a lot of little funny things this time (the "Beautiful Wasps Having Sex" book on the bed, "POO......L", etc.). Are those things funny while your filming it or only when you're watching the movie?
Mr. Duchovny,
I loved the movie you and gillian are amazing together I do hope the whole x-files team will continue to make more movies. There is so many things that are unanswered from the series and I think it would be great if you guys could create more movies that answer some of these things. Oh and I love Californication, I can't wait for the second season. But until the next movie I'll have to depend on my box set of all nine seasons of x-files. It's so amazing!!!!! Have a great time moving to New York.
Toodles
It was so great to see these characters again, like meeting old friends. I had the same feeling watching Indiana Jones - except that movie didn't make me jump out of my seat.
Hopefully there will be another X-Files Movie, myth arc or motw, as long as we get to see more of them (and it's a pity Agent Whitney most likely won't appear again..).
Can't wait for the DVD to come out.
Confratulations! Great film !
What will be your following film?
great movie thank you all for doing it
love it once again thank you
one of your greastest fans in Denmark
thought I'd pass this along since i took the time to write it for a friend.
this review is coming from an avid fan....
even if the movie blew chunks, I still probably would have been happy to simply see Scully and Mulder on the screen again. I'm just your average Joe....not really. Jenna. 30 something, mother of 6. I first found x files when I was a teen. The episode I happened to catch was terrifying to me at the time and I never thought of the series much again (wish I could remember the episode). I mean, come on, I was too busy watching 90210 to give x files a chance. I revisted the series several years later in early reruns my husband had taped on vhs's. (hmmm, that might be incriminating-dont think your supposed to do that....I redeemed myself anyhow and later bought the series off of amazon when my thirst for more could not be quenched.) I was bored and wanted something to watch. It was old x files or star trek episodes, and well, for me, star trek will never be my first choice. First episode i do recall seeing is "Humbug" and I was hooked.
Back to the movie......
The beginning felt ackward. As an audience I did not feel confident of the actors revisit to their old characters. I would describe it as "staged" though that seems quite an ironic term as...... well, its a movie, it is staged. The idea and goal though I suppose is to leave us (the audience) believing we are watching actual events.
Though the chemistry between Scully and Mulder felt evident immediately, I still felt unsure of their current relationship in this film and it took some time for that to be fully understood. maybe i don't catch on quick, but i don't think thats necessarily the case.
There was a certain part in the movie about 1/3 of the way in where Mulder is speaking with Father Joe that all of the sudden his character clicks again for me. Before that I was attentive but felt the movie somewhat uncomfortable, especially certain parts in which the script felt like the old Scully and Mulder, but that they pushed it too hard and made their lines feel ackward, unnecessary and out of place. It was the right lines at the wrong time and place. Lines we have all heard before many times, but didn't really fit in this moment. Though the scene at hand may have seemed inconsequential, once this scene with Father Joe and Mulder took place I enjoyed the film much more because here was the reason I spent $50.00 to come and see it. I can't explain what was so riveting about this particular moment. It just felt like the actors, particularly Duchovny, were in true character now.
The plot itself was interesting, though contained no reference to the conspiracy theory-which in my impression got a bit whacked out towards the end of the series, but hey, its the wackiness we all loved about the series anyway, right?
This movie actually contained a relatively tame reality (in my opinion). Not like Tooms or something equally wild and fascinating. I feel they stuck too closely to reality and that took away some of the spirit of x files. Granted, there were definite bizarre moments and ideas, but not the old show stoppers we (meaning I) remember and love. This movie and the plot surrounding it could have been made by any studio with any actors. It did not feel limited to x files in its grandiose plot and theme. Especially an x files episode worthy of the big screen. and actually, thats kind of what this movie felt like, an episode. i was expecting a bit more bang in there. Also, I think i read of the desire not to alienate new viewers by making the movie a reference to the conspiracy theory, but well, I'd take a guess that most of the movie goers are already fans anyhow. Your competing with a new batman movie, Will Smith in hancock, and Wall-E is still showing on multiple screens. who knows what else is out there...I dont keep up on films much. But anyhow, thats alot to compete with. The average american can only afford to attend the theatre so many times, with rising ticket costs to go along with the many other rising costs that are clawing at our pocketbooks. so there must be a reason for one to choose this movie over the others out there. The reason is, I believe, the same one that brought me to taking my husband and older sons to the movie. My thirst was still unquenched with a desire for more Scully and Mulder. So, would it really have hurt to go out on the edge, probably not.....it actually may have helped and hooked new viewers to feel the need to go back and see it all for themselves.
Now I give kudos to the makers of the this series period. once most series are through, the viewer feels generally okay about it and moves on. X files though keeps hanging on and you just want more.....gosh, is there subliminal messages in this show to keep us coming back? Nah, I think its just a winner. Well thought out, scripted, and acted.
So, though I think any x files lover will be satisfied seeing their favorite characters take the stage together once again, I would not classify this movie as a must see for its entertainment value. It was decent, but not awe inspiring wonderful.
The first box office x files movie was definitely a better movie in my opinion.
Saying all this, I still wouldn't be sad if x files continued to make movies. I'd go see them. Through my x files "obsession" (as my family will call it) I have a little place in my mind where I like to keep Scully and Mulder and just prefer to pretend they are real people there, so feeding that desire to continue watching their escapades would keep me going back. after all that's what draws many people to x files. Not just the fantastic storylines, but the unique ability to totally immerse the actor into the character and converge them as one so well.
......and a note- i thought it funny to see another like minded individual who has no time for proper punctuation.....i regularly have to back up in my writing to fix it, particularly in business dealing, lest I appear a dolt.
my friends like me anyway....
D,
Alright, three times is the charm. I've managed to kidnap, entrap, coerce and sexually bribe all my friends and family to the movie, so I do BELIEVE I have more than done my part to help you BELIEVE that your fans, old and new, will always, always, always have your back.
Go with the flow,
Claudia, eagerly awaiting your NEXT project
Im keeping my fingers crossed for a 3rd movie!! I loved this one! Thanks so much. I know it's tough doing all of the junkets etc...but we sure do appreciate it!!
I for one will do my part and see this movie as many times as I can (without my family thinking Ive lost my mind...!) and I haven't gone to see Batman...just on principle!! Good luck to you guys...I really hope it does well. Im hearing that the theaters here locally (west palm beach) are much busier this week than last!! Good luck and thanks to all of you!
It's crazy to me to think you(DD) may actually read this...;)
NAILED IT!
I've spent 30 bucks now seeing the movie for a third time...if it stays in theaters long enough maybe I can make the money back...
I been waiting a long time for this
saw the movie the first day it came to Philly loved it I am a big fan You and Gillian have chemisrty on screen an you compliment each other I still watch the series I have the hole series and all the Mythology ones both the games the first movie X-Files Fight The Future! oh it was great to see Mich
in the movie as well and I was afraid at first about CAIFORNICATION! but I love it.
Playing God, Kalifornia etc.
You bring it definitely !!!
Hey David,
Just dropping by to tell you that I've seen the movie 3 times and will be seeing it more next week.I love it!!
I wanted to ask you about something I read in an interview, you said that Tea didn't even know the plot but there was one thing that you had to tell her about.Can you tell us what it was?Was it about one of the scenes you had with Gillian, like the kiss or the bed scene?Or what else was that important? Hope you don't mind me asking.:-)
Congrats on the movie again and take care of yourself,eat something.:-)
Sorina,TN
Hello all, I've started a blog and a petition campaigning for an XF 3. Drop over to it, say hello and sign
http//iwanttobelievexf3.blogspot.com
Stephen
I really enjoyed the movie!
Yours and Gillian's performances were fantastic.
Thank you!
Whitney
Hey David!
I've seen this movie 7 times now and there's always something new in it!
Loved it!! It's a great movie!
Thanks! NAILED IT
Can't wait to see XF3!
Take care...
Kaline - Brasil.
Saw the film. Just so you know, I am a fan. I own every episode, but it's not my life or anything. I just decided to collect the episodes because the show was on during my children's births and such and I was perpetually confused since I missed too many episodes.
Anyway.....the film. I saw it on July 27th. Me and ten other people. Mama Mia and The Dark Knight had sold out multiple shows. It made me quite sad that no one was there. Where was the buzz? The advertising? Or has TIVO wiped out that possibility? Back to the movie.......a little slow with uncomfortable characters and a little rusty. But, I enjoyed it. I'm going to go again with my 15 year old and give it another go. Good luck with it's success. I'd love to see more movies.
And I love Californication. Very smart show. I support you and Gillian unconditionally.
N A I L E D I T ! ! ! ! !
Thanks so much for bringing us back to the beginning...
One question: at some point, does Mulder and Samantha see each other in a corridor or is it just me?
And whose idea was the brilliant scene of the credits?
hey, How about you taking your vacations here in Santorini, Greece? I'm a local guy, and i can arrange evetything for you. The least i can do for all the hours i've spent watching X-files....Thanks David,
P.S seriously, think about it
I came back from London last night. I hurt, my almost dislocated my shoulder on my way back and it's killing me, I'm so tired I can hardly keep my eyes open (how you guys do that???) but OH BOY WAS IT WORTH IT!!!!!
Thank you SO MUCH!! I sat on the front row, gave Chris a bag of Dutch licorice (drop), saw you and Gillian finally in real and then the movie. My goodness, did I love the movie!! Mulder and Scully has changed, but then again, so have we. I don't need to see constant shooting and yelling and fighting. I'd love to see the internal fight of the two characters.
And maybe I'm wrong, but I saw a message in the movie. Don't give up!! Never give up!! And suddenly I realized, even if it's only me seeing that message, that without the X-Files I WOULD have given up..
If the X-Files wouldn't been there at the time and there wouldn't have been fans to talk to I really don't think I'd still be here. A I realized that during the movie. It was good it was dark because I had difficulties keeping my tears in.
So whatever people think of it, this might have been the most important one of my life.
Thank you for saving it. Please say thanks to Gillian, Frank and Chris too. And tell Chris to start a blog, so we can have talks with him too.
Linda61
Sorry about the typo's again. I'm tired and my keyboard is acting up again.
Linda61
I just want to say thank you for this amazing movie. I really loved it. I watched seven times until now, but i'm planning to go to the theathers more days. I loved the way Chris put Mulder and Scully's relationship. It was very beautiful, honest and deep. The movie was very intense, the photograph was beatiful and the narrative was perfect too.
Some crtics didn't understand the movie, so they talked a lot of crap. But i don't care what they say. They don't understand X Files' world. Unfortunately, not everybody is smart enough to understand it. But anyway, it is an amazing movie and make me more hungry for more X Files' movies. And i have some friends that never watched the series and liked the movie, in fact, they want my DVDs!
When the series ended up in 2002, I was asking to myself what would happened to Mulder and Scully. I'm so glad thay you guys answered my question. I watched The X files during nine years and it was the best show ever. I'm very happy with this movie and i can't wait to buy the DVD and I hope you can make more X Files' movies.
Tassia
Rio de Janeiro - Brasil
I was one of those fans who was there at 12 am to see the movie, and then actually went again with a group of friends at 8 pm that night. I was not so worried about Batman, its two diff fan bases. Both geeky, but different :)
I loved the movie, felt like a love letter from Chris Carter to his fans, cause of all the little inthings fans of the show would recoqnize.
Thanks to the whole crew at the x-files.
David,
"Nailed it"
I don't know if you heard us at the premiere in L.A. Right after the credits we yelled "nailed it"
just back from seeing the film. First impression? WOW!
I loved it. I took my friend (never watched XF) and she was well impressed. Thank you for all your hard graft - thanks to all the team, GA, CC, FS and all the cast/crew. I'll be going to see it again on Monday.
Can't wait for the DVD.
Martina, Northern Ireland
Hi David...
I saw you right in front of me at the London prem and it was such a crazy feeling to see you live and so near AGAIN!
I hope you've heard us yelling NAILED IT in London in the theatre when you and Gillian and CC and FS went out. OMIGAWSH!
I just missed my chance to get an autograph when we all were right behind the barrier, we had to leave our space to get inside. And after you left the empire you went right to 'our' spot, dammit!
So is the live.
I hope you have seen the banner we'd made for this event - bc I will never see it again... I think so bc it was stolen! :(
I hope you're ok, you seemed so thin and ... I dunno! Are you fine or was everything to much for you!
Beside that it was just so damn cute to see you finally with Gillian arms in arms LIVE. Your both performance in XF2 was so wonderful. Yeah, I love the spooning-scene and the very end where you both are waving at US! Wow!!!
XF3 has to come, maybe there is hope!
David,
I saw the movie for the second time today, and I have to say that I enjoyed it more this time than the first. I think that Chris Carter and Frank Spotnitz did a wonderful job of paying homage to the original heart and intention of the series, while cleverly managing to create something unique and highly entertaining for a new fan base.
I'd also like to say how much I appreciate that both you and Gillian have continued to perfect your craft over the last six years. There has been much growth in both of you as artists, and it really showed on screen. Thank-you for honouring (yes, spelled correctly since I'm Canadian!) the subtlety of these two meticulously constructed characters. The effort was not lost on me.
Kind regards,
Lisa
David,
I saw the movie for the second time today, and I have to say that I enjoyed it more this time than the first. I think that Chris Carter and Frank Spotnitz did a wonderful job of paying homage to the original heart and intention of the series, while cleverly managing to create something unique and highly entertaining for a new fan base.
I'd also like to say how much I appreciate that both you and Gillian have continued to perfect your craft over the last six years. There has been much growth in both of you as artists, and it really showed on screen. Thank-you for honouring (yes, spelled correctly since I'm Canadian!) the subtlety of these two meticulously constructed characters. The effort was not lost on me.
Kind regards,
Lisa
yo DD.
would you please blog again? i know you might be hiding your face (??) due to the "lousiness" of XF2 (that's what THEY think anyway). but come on. you can't let the blog die after what, five posts? that's pathetic. yeah.
just give your comments about the audience's reactions. SOMETHING.
and btw, why did you go back to do californication when you didn't want to do a long tv series like the x-files? just wondering.
yep.
siew ann (3rd time tagging on this post of yours)
and no offence. blech.
Wow!! I loved it!
I saw the movie 4 times already and will go again!
I found a Mulder true to himself but also more caring, and a strong as ever, very touching Scully. Very emotional!
THANK YOU so much to both of you for all you've given us playing these characters so brilliantly!
We had a fan gathering on the opening day, spreading the good word, and were interviewed and of course we shouted 'nailed it!'
I was wondering during the chase scene, you're very wet on the face... sweat? rain? make up? ;-)
I keep fingers crossed for a XF3!
David, I loved the movie. thankyou. I thought the Mulder and Scully scenes were perfect. Excellent stuff. x
Hello David,
You looked a little unsettled at the London Premiere last Wednesday? I'm guessing because you're away from the family? That must be tough to deal with sometimes. Plus the moronic press were asking you all the same fucking questions that you must be have been totally SICK of! I know it's not really your scene but so glad you flew over with Chris and Frank...and I bet Gillian's glad she's home now. :-) You guys made a lot of folk very happy! I just think it was so kind of you to pull out all the stops and make a real effort to be there for the UK and European fans. Oh and thanks to Frank you probably now have my CD? You were only a few feet away from me when you stepped out of the car. But I really didn't wish to bother you with it. So I just called out a 'Hi' to you (and received a lovely :-) in return.) Anyway I hope you enjoy my songs? (I think Miller and West may enjoy the original little xmas number I recorded :-) And I think the letter inside says everything I wanted to say regarding past online stuff.
Hope you and the family don't take too long to settle down in New York. Moving is very stressful (well it was each time for me!)
I felt a little out of my depth in London, so am glad to be back home with my husband. Don't really like cities as I'm a country lass - born and bred. However Vancouver made a real impact on me! So looking forward to going over again next year (this time with Pete, who is getting the oportunity to work as a gardener on V Island!)
All the best with everything else you pursue in this crazy little thing called LIFE! :-)
Take Care!
Penny xx
hi david:) i loved the movie.
impressive.
David I love you!
David, thanks you so much for coming to London and letting me meet you in person. Hope by now you are on a beach enjoying family time and a a drink with an umbrellas in or something. You earned it. you must be exhausted. I loved meeting you and seeing you in London on Wednesday and getting to say *Nailed it* and happy birthday as you walked where I was sitting in the cinema, you grinned at me and my son as you made your way to the screen. fabulous movie loved all of it , so did my friends who were with me.It was a spellbinding experience and being an x files fan doesn't get much better than this. So thankyou so much for coming and looking lovely despite the stifling heat and humidity. I think I lost a few pounds and got sunburned in the heat. It was an amazing never to be forgotten experience. Have a rest now if you can recharge. Looking forward to Californication and the new movie. Thanks for the best two days I have had in ages. It was pure magic.
My love to all your family ,. Thanks also to CC Gillian and Frank. I loved meeting you all and thanks CC for the laugh!!!
tara
Hi David,
I saw the movie last night and loved it!. I wrote a quick review on my blog, so check it out if you get time.
I hope you guys get the greenlight for another movie, it'll be lovely to see you all every 5 years or so :)
Btw when does the new series of Californication start?
Cheers
Liz
I gave Chris some Dutch licorice. Never knew you may like those too, most foreigners don't. Did he share? It wasn't double salt but coins. So much better.
Linda61
Take no notice of critics or people who were sent to see the movie who either were not fans or who don't have the mental capacity to accept a cerebral, multi-layered movie. Screw them, Your fans Love it!!! Carry on, make movies about ever evolving, wonderful characters that you breathed life into many years ago are still much appreciated.
Loved the fact that Doggett and Reyes were completely , utterly ignored. WAY TO GO!!! Not in any third movie either and bring back the LGM instead. Please get William back for the 3rd movie. DON'T GIVE UP I think was pertaining to William, the coming 2012 invasion or both.
get some rest David. You did great. Thanks for making us so happy to see you in the flesh. sorry about the humidity. Only bad thing about Wednesday. ***Badly behaved German fans*** pushing shoving and being asses and the humidity.
Love ya David. You rock. Tara
Yet more blurting at the end of a very long trail of comments...
I really enjoyed the movie, and it brought back some wonderful memories of the friendships I had when the first film came out, and the fan community in those days (the world before Facebook and mySpace, oh my!). In those days, I was the geek running the Desk for Dana Fund website, which was how I met my husband.
A lot of myself at that time was caught up in this show and it was great to just enjoy the movie and think about how some things have changed, and how much else remains. Looking forward to the next one!
A question for you: my husband was at the press conference for Evolution in Sydney a few years back now, and he asked you whether Chris had planned the mytharc all along and you said something like "there was never a plan!" Just wondering what you think about it these days, especially if the third movie goes back to the mytharc!
Hi, David!!!
I just want to say that I really love this movie!!! It's smart, emotional, nostalgic...Thank you for bringing Mulder back!!!
I've seen it 7 times already and will do even more like many other Russian Philes!!! So far we're really proud of ourselves because TXF:IWTB opened #1 in Russian Box Office!!!
Unfortunately, other countries don't follow our example((( But we won't give up!!! We still believe in XF3!!!
Oh,... and NAILED IT!!!
Ira
Russia
Forgot to add that you were probably completely jet lagged! It's always worst flying east than west. Usually takes me a week to recover fully!
Penny xx
Hi David,
I finally saw it last night with my family and loved it. Just sending my thanks to you, Gillian, Chris, Frank, and the rest of the cast and crew for doing your best to make this happen! All of you definitely NAILED IT!!!
And I also loved the "easter egg." :)
I Want to Believe... in XF3 (set in Hawaii, of course).
Thanks again!
Elaine
I could have loved the movie more. Unfortunately the story really sucked. There was no premise. We are used to seeing the unexplained, the paranormal in a very smart, scary way, that raises a lot of questions instead of answering them. I was disappointed that the movie actually turned into a really gross episode on a Sci-Fi channel.
Mulder and Scully rocked, they were still Mulder and Scully. It was both nostalgic and amazing. I can't believe we survived so long without them. Loved it beyond words.
Anyway, I am too much of a X-Files fan to trash the movie. Even if you guys did a movie in which you were a sunflower seed and Gillian was a poppy seed and you were protecting the garden against an evil locust in a silly spoof of a X-Files, I would still watch it and rave about it.
I would really wish that you challenge the boundaries of people's perception. If you can be Hank Moody, I am sure Gillian could land up on Californification and do something, maybe berate and hate you - be the women you can't stand. I am sure it can be figured out
It would be a real pity if no X-Files movie is made and we never see you guys act together. Apart from the history, I think she is a very fine actress, one of the best.
Anyways, I have always been in love with all things X-Files, I hope you continue this blog after the X-Files as well. I recognize that it started as a tool to get people to connect with X-Files again.
Best.
Ghunoo
LA
Hello David,
I watched the movie now twice, in German and in English. I must say that I liked the English version much better and that it is good to watch the movie twice to get everything ;-)
IWTB really initiated a huge discussion within the (German) fandom, I am active myself. The opinions vary and are at times very opposite.
For me, personally, there were very good aspects and less good aspects, but altogether I am happy with it!!
I am thankful to have been able seeing Mulder and Scully again and I like your acting, both of you, and the way you grew your characters!
I liked the boat scene at the end, thanks for that one :-) (even that caused many speculations *g*).
The so-called Easter eggs were fun and the soundtrack is just awesome, adorable, brilliant, overwhelming!!!! Especially the two Unkle tracks are running all the time :o)
I hope there will be a third movie!! It doesn't have to be for the cinema though, a TV or DVD release could take off pressure you folks might have with 20CF and having to match with the non-Phile audience.
The intention to catch more viewers was successful with some people though, there are some new Philes showing up.
My conclusion; not all are totally happy with it but I'd say most are satisfied anyhow! And despite all discussions; the movie made it to revive the fans' fever and passion, bringing them together again. Like I drove to Cologne, bringing a friend of mine -a non-Phile- and met up with 6 other Philes I never met and only know from the fanbase forum. They had to be on the train for 2hrs to get there. Many fans watched the movie twice or more often (like some 10 times!!) and took even larger distances to meet up with others. And getting the fans together again to kinda celebrate what they like (mostly love) and appreciate is what I feel is the most important thing IWTB caused and what makes it precious! So thank you for doing it!!
Keep up the good work and never give up ;-)
Greetings from Europe!
Monika, 28
Germany
oh and, so did you finally go to Hawaii to film the boat scene???
I loved XF2.
You and gillian are wonderful together.
Now, XF3 in 2010 and XF4 in 2012!
Just a short note to leave with the masses you already have!
I remember having snuck down to watch the show when I was about five and being marched to bed because I was "too young". My mum didn't watch it much when school runs meant she had to sleep instead of sneak in a few X-Files episodes.
Have to say I was plesantly surprised that she enjoyed it as much as I did when I convinced her that she had to come.
I think you guys did a great job of pulling in new fans as well as us old ones since I heard a lot of folks muttering that they were glad they'd come to see it despite having never watched an episode before. And I knew I'd finally found some long term fans who sat chuckling at the small things like I did.
I definitely now plan to drag a lot of my non-Phile friends along because I know they'll enjoy it too! They may never hear the end of me saying "So... they're going to be ok, right?" but they know that the OS Forum and years of watching made me as much a Shipper as the next person.
This better do well because I'm looking forward to more movies ;)
Anna
UK
I did in fact see the midnight premier opening day/morning and after seeing it understand exactly what you are talking about w/r/t the relationship of the Scully Mulder characters.
I would argue that the two are by far the two most developed characters in television. with the years that have gone into them as well as the situations it has been nice to watch them grow to this point.
I was very curious to see how you David (and Gillian) would bring that growth both in yourselves as actors and as people apart from the characters to the roll - or return to the roll.
I think I read someone's comment earlier that said he/she was a fan since he/she was 13 and I'd agree I came of age on the X-Files watching it from 14+ and am 27 now. As I go back and watch old eps and the movie its been nice to catch things I might not have fully understood and put it in context with my own development as an adult. This film really enabled me to bring that growth full circle as well.
Your performances were well done - as I fan I couldn't say anything else, but truly as a writer myself and film buff seeing how you brought your own development into the characters to bring them to this point was truly remarkable.
I do have a question, if you're still taking them: I heard a while back that you had a PHD in literature. I was an English major and find a great appreciation for your character on Californication. I look at him so much like someone who seems to be rebelling against the traditional "academic" world in both the way they have him write but also in how you play it. Is that something you think about when you craft his persona?
thanks again, what a great forum.
--Sarah Burris
Also, I write for Rock the Vote's Rock the Trail and even though I'm supposed to be covering politics, I tried to write a little something about XF on our blog.
http://trailblog.rockthevote.com/2008/07/real-conspiracies.html
Hi Dave
I've just sent my views on IWTB to Frank's Blog and thought I'd post to you as well. I had noticed all the comments on there were just gushing the movie with praise. But I would hope that you and those who were involved would allow for a little criticism? Of course I was thrilled to get the chance to see the film at the premiere but I'm afraid I ended up having mixed feelings. There were some aspects I really enjoyed eg: the really disturbing creepiness of the plot which was pretty freaky even for X Files! But I had a hard time dealing with the Mulder & Scully connection. I could see they wanted to centre on their relationship of being together and the X File was driving them apart because of their different views on him accepting the paranormal aspect and her scepticism ...and so on. But I felt it was some what disjointed and forced in places? There were some snappy one-liners though. And I liked the fact they ended up together though felt it was rather in the style of James Bond at the end. Both heroes in their bathing suits in a boat out at sea with Mulder rowing them to a better life? Or maybe it was symbolic? They were finally free of the 'darkness' and heading for the 'truth and light'...which then possibly means 'The End'? (Which I know Frank suggested in interviews on the red carpet, IF it wasn't to carry on.) Or perhaps it was all just a beautiful dream? I do think some of the best scenes in the movie were with Scully and the little sick boy. That was beautifully handled by both actors. I also liked the Mulder torture stuff but it took a little getting used to the changed Mulder and in-particularly, Scully. I am taking several friends (one non-fan) and my husband to our local cinema next week. I for one would like to see it again to find out if I can enjoy it a little more next time around? Maybe I missed some stuff due to the excited atmosphere of the whole event?
I really do want to believe...that there's a chance for a third movie in the near future. But if not? Hey - thanks for giving us another shot of X Files! :-)
Take Care,
Penny xx
ok, David, everyone wants to know 1) is that you getting bumped down the stairs and 2) is that you or Frank Spotnitz being held by Skinner?
I don't think the extra scene with Mulder and Scully in the boat had anything to do with the actual film. That's why it was seperated. It was just a funny thing to say hi.
Or that's how I saw it.
I've seen it 6 times now. I loved it and I really want more movies. I wrote a review if anyone wants to read it. Its on my blog at sanpacoblog.blogspot.com
Hi DD, it's me again!
I just wanna let you know that I've seen the movie 13th times now. It's a cool and meaningful number, but gosh, tomorrow I'll watch it twice with a whole bunch of other philes here in Berlin, Germany!
So I do everything I can to support XF2. I love it.
XF3 MUST HAPPEN!
Ah, and one critic said something about OSCAR FOR GILLIAN! WOHOOOOOOOO!
So, more and more critics are now re-thinking about the movie and describing it as “The new X-Files spin-off isn't just a failed attempt to revive a dated franchise. It's a brilliant and compelling tract for our time”! There are some quite wonderful reviews out there now, WOW!
DON'T GIVE UP, DAVID!!!
(shipp shipp hurraaay)
bb
your lil Mari
greetings from Germany
PS: I SAW YOU, YOU WAS RIGHT IN FRONT OF MY, OMIGAWSH... but I've got no autograph at the red carpet in London... :(
Hey David!
Well, it's over. My Mom and I were at the premiere and had an amazing time. I enjoyed the movie, but as you must already know, that's not the majority of people unfortunately. I did hear that the numbers will be enough to allow you to make another movie, so I'm really happy about that. I'm not sure what the plot should be about, but try for something unique, edgy and intelligent. I'll just be happy to see Mulder and Scully (and Skinner) together again. More scenes with Mulder and Skinner together! For me, it's about the characters and how they deal with all the sh*t.
;-)
Thanks for blogging!
Hi David!
I just wanted to congratulate you and Gillian and Chirs, Frank and all the crew members for the movie! I have to say that I have loved it so much and that I'm going to watch it a lot of times!
Thanks for giving the fans this great movie!
Kiss form Spain.
Virginia
Hi David,
Firstly, thankyou for the blog, much appreciated and for injecting your david-humor into it:)
Thumbs up from Australia:)
Saw the movie with a friend in Sydney last weekend and i honestly really enjoyed it. It was hard to know what to expect after all this time... i'd almost accepted there wasn't going to be a movie, then as soon as i do...you guys go and make the movie! Thank you to all of you for bringing back those characters we spent years watching on one of the most unique and entertaining shows there ever was.
I think, like yourself, we have all changed and obviously grown older (I was still in Highschool when X Files first started!lol) so it was really nice to revisit these characters and their journey and in some way, a special time in our own lives. I didn't realise how much i had missed them until i saw the movie. I can recall having a poster of you and Gillian from a local TV Guide on my wall and watching the show with friends and even my Grandparents. My Nanna loved the show!
We've been lucky enough to watch your talent in various movies and on Californication in the past couple of years but i hadn't seen much of Gillian and i was reminded in this movie just what a wonderful actor she is:)
The chemstry between the two of you and the characters was still there. We all love a 'will they won't they' story ..for a while and admired the largely intellectually based romance Mulder and Scully had...but let's get real...if those two didn't have at least a little sumthin' going on in this movie, i think collectively we all would have kicked the writers asses!God knows we waited long enough:P LOL. I see no reason that they couldn't have a private relationship as well as be collagues....it just adds to the drama:P
I was so glad to see Mitch pop up too, wouldn't have been the same without Skinner.
I know all the fans of the show will go...and take their friends. And audience will keep growing once word of mouth starts to build that it's a movie with a storyline that anyone, not just X Files fans can enjoy.
I saw Batman, a couple of great actors and admirable performances in there for sure. But i walked out with a headache, i don't know..just...."too much" going on and i don't think one person in that movie smiled!
But in your movie, i sat there scared, entertained,touched and even laughed a couple of times....and i walked out smiling like i just caught up with a couple of old mates i hadn't seen in a few years.
So give me that over Batman any day!
I definately see many possiblities for future movies, just the whole William story alone...if he were to fall into the wrong/or 'alien' hands.
Congrats to you all and the writers/producers.
For what it's worth, this Aussie chick enjoyed it and i will see it again.
Good Luck with everything and Take care
Cheers
Mel
p.s I have a question...Any chance that the X Files will captilise on the current success of musicals? Maybe release a special edition "X-Files....I want to Believe I Can sing?" I think you would look fine in spandex and flares belting out some Abba with Gillian and Mitch? Maybe ressurect the Lone Gunman as back up singers;)
Just kidding....blame it on the cold and flu meds lol.
Hi David,
I went to see the movie with my mom and a good friend of mine, and we all loved it!! I even (finally) convinced my friend to start watching the series... he's rather stubborn himself =P... been trying to get him to watch it for years, but he kept on refusing.
But finally, after seeing the movie, he changed his mind. Also, he's somewhat of a horror buff -- and before seeing this movie, thought that there was no such thing as a good Pg-13 horror film... but you guys proved him wrong :).
As for the movie itself, it was fun to watch... loved seeing the chemistry between you and Gillian again -- it was certainly refreshing, compared to all of the junk that is on tv today. Loved the cinematography as well -- it was breathtaking. Also, loved both the end scene between Mulder and Scully (very, very well acted by both you and Gillian) and the boat scene :D. My mom and I both waved back, and not to mention at the end of the film, I made sure to say 'nailed it' -- since both you and Gillian did a VERY good job acting and the movie itself turned out well.
Kudos to the both of you along with the rest of the cast and crew for doing such a good job on this film -- from the looks of things, it seemed to be a labor of love :D.
I've never been prouder to be a fan and I certainly plan to get the movie once it comes out on DVD.
My dearest Mr. Duchovny,
Today, after seeing the Movie for the second an probably the last time on the big screen, only wanting to catch Mr. Carter in hospital, Mulders phone book and the last scene ( God, looks Gillian gorgeous! really like a goodness, maybe even better than 15 years ago! This british style became so normal and obvious,she is great, and definitely not only as Dana Scully.)I have realized that names mean something. They really do!
I am not an movie freak, I do not really believe( but I want to), that You, not the marketing department of FOX have been writing this blog and answering the questions, BUT IMHO, there just some Actors all over the world and maybe ten in Hollywood ( not all of them are alive ) which have such terrific synergy of intelligence in their eyes ( surely not only there) and beautiful human sexuality ( not vulgar but natural and exiting) as You. And your “ spiritual” surname is the best prove that Names do mean something.
You know, I do not believe in Aliens, but I do believe in You!
I like x-files because of your dream team with Gillian, and some kind of romance between your heroes, which is dramatic and not soap-like (sorry I am just a girl, who believes in princesses and prince charming, who Is not just a prince but a Hero)
I you would make the next movie, I would be happy. , But you know what? If you don’t, I will be happy as well. The Last scene in the second movie is the best ending of the story at all. I am not sure, I want to know more about Fox and Dana ,( I can’t really understand why they call each other Mulder and Scully even in the bedroom? Some kind of game?)
Thank you for your work and your soul, which you gave as an give each time we watching you at the (big) sreen. You must be a proud of yourself!
You are great actor, be healthy and happy and come back soon, we all are waiting for your (and our) next challenge!
Julia ( Germany and Ukraine as well!)
David. You have some serious blogging to do to catch up to Frank.
:D
Hope your enjoying the numerous 'Nailed It!' vids and audio.
LOVED THE MOVIE. Thank you!
PS: Random question! What is your favorite type of pasta?
(You should bring it as your dish to Jessa's end of the world party)
PS: Here is a 'NAILED IT' video of a full theater of fans at the Sherman Oaks Arclight in LA after the midnight showing on July 25.
(Recorded by the Frankie <3's Larry girl!)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jrOhfFhE5iw
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