How has DD influenced you??

[littlepinkstar]

Hi, I'm writing a paper on the movie Donnie Darko and how it has influenced peoples lives. If there is anyone on here who would like to share their story with me, I would really appreciate it. I have a list of about 20 questions I would like to ask. Please, someone help me out! If you agree to this, I'd just like to get your e-mail adress or screen name so we can have some sort of exchange. Thanks and I hope to hear from someone soon.

[Madridarko]

Hello PINKstar.. I will gladly help you in this research or whatever it is you're doing...
umm.. for right now let's communicate through Private Messeges.. in case you don't know how to use it.. on the top banner of this site next to the words "Donnie Darko Fansite" there are the words "Hey, PINKstar, you have 0 messeges" click on the bright orange "0 messeges" and then you can access you're messege account and send/recieve messeges...

[Madridarko]

Or even esier.. my bad... umm just click on the person's account name and then click at the bottom send this person a private messege.. that is much esier... but if you want to do it on this thread I don't mind...

[gretchen]

i'm sure you will find plenty of willing participants here.

good luck with your paper and feel free to ask any questions you have.

welcome to the forum!

[Twitch]

I'll do it, though I can only do it if it's posted, because my acount is bloody wonky

[Bigboy]

Pink - feel free to PM me with your Qs. (just click my name and then 'Send this member a private message'.)

[littlepinkstar]

„« When was the first time you saw Donnie Darko?

„« What made you want to watch it?

„« How many times have you watched it?

„« What was your first impression of the movie?

„« What was one scene in the movie that really stood out? Why?

„« What scene is your favorite? Why?

„« Is this your favorite movie?

„« What do you think the movie means?

„« Can you relate to Donnie and/or any of his experiences?

„« What¡¦s your favorite line from the movie?

„« What character is your favorite? Why?

„« Are there any ideas in the movie that you disagree with?

„« Are you a part of any sort of Donnie Darko clubs, forums, etc.?

„« Does your interest in Donnie Darko carry out into your life? (ex.: Is your room decorated with pictures from the movie? Do you wear DD tee shirts? Etc.)

„« Have you ever shared a similar experience with Donnie Darko?

„« Have you ever met any of the actors in the movie?

„« Is there anything in the movie that you don¡¦t understand?

„« If you could ask Richard Kelly one question what would it be?

„« If you could ask Donnie Darko once question what would it be?

„« Why do you think the movie has such a large following?

„« Would you recommend people to see this movie? Why?

„« Do you think this movie symbolizes the life of Jesus in any way?


Questions About You: (You don¡¦t have to answer any of these questions, only do it if you feel comfortable. Thanks!)

Age:
Gender:
Location:
Profession:
Any other information you feel might be relevant:

[littlepinkstar]

hey guys. anyone who feels like answering these questions can do so. anything you guys can share with me would be great. thank you! if anyone has any questions, feel free to ask.

[Twitch]

« When was the first time you saw Donnie Darko?

A little over a year ago I think.

„« What made you want to watch it?

I jut thought I recognized the name on one of the movie channels so I watched it.

„« How many times have you watched it?

12 times.

„« What was your first impression of the movie?

Quite impressed, I thought the atmosphere was great

„« What was one scene in the movie that really stood out? Why?

The introduction sequence, where head over heels plays, it's just funny and powerful.

„« What scene is your favorite? Why?

Probably the dinner sequence, it set up the atmosphere of the movie quite well I think.

„« Is this your favorite movie?

Probably, but Sling Blade is good too

„« What do you think the movie means?

I think it's just a kid's journey to not feel so alone, it is a lot more but that's just opening pandoras box.

„« Can you relate to Donnie and/or any of his experiences?

A little bit, wish I could elaborate more but I'm just not sure.

„« What¡¦s your favorite line from the movie?

"I'm not afraid anymore!"

„« What character is your favorite? Why?

Probably Kitty Farmer, she's just so funny and she's trying to be so serious.

„« Are there any ideas in the movie that you disagree with?

I'm not sure if I believe there is a god, but I don't really disagree with it.

„« Are you a part of any sort of Donnie Darko clubs, forums, etc.?

I'm part of these forums, yes. I also have my own DD fangroup.

„« Does your interest in Donnie Darko carry out into your life? (ex.: Is your room decorated with pictures from the movie? Do you wear DD tee shirts? Etc.)

Not really, I have a DD shirt but it doesn't look that great (I made it myself) so I don't wear it often.

„« Have you ever shared a similar experience with Donnie Darko?

Well, girls think I'm weird pretty often.

„« Have you ever met any of the actors in the movie?

Nope, only Leonard Nimoy, who was sadly absent from DD.

„« Is there anything in the movie that you don¡¦t understand?

I don't think most of it can be understood definitively, it's just about what you take from it and what value you find in it.

„« If you could ask Richard Kelly one question what would it be?

"What the hell is Southland Tales gonna be about!?"

„« If you could ask Donnie Darko once question what would it be?

"Want to go have a beer?"

„« Why do you think the movie has such a large following?

Every aspect is wonderfully crafted.

„« Would you recommend people to see this movie? Why?

Yep, it's just a damn fine movie, in every aspect, though I particularly value the atmosphere.

„« Do you think this movie symbolizes the life of Jesus in any way?

Maybe, but that's not what I get from it.

[greedy]

littlePINKstar said:

„« When was the first time you saw Donnie Darko?

„« What made you want to watch it?

"my friend he said it was good"
„« How many times have you watched it?
"about 8 or 9"

„« What was your first impression of the movie?
"fantastic one of the greats"

„« What was one scene in the movie that really stood out? Why?

"for me it was when the daught said she was voting for dukakis"
„« What scene is your favorite? Why?
"same"

„« Is this your favorite movie?
"no"

„« What do you think the movie means?
"i think it means we won't run out of cult classics anytime
soon"
„« Can you relate to Donnie and/or any of his experiences?
"sure why not"

„« What¡¦s your favorite line from the movie?
"yeah i am scared but your the fucking anti-christ"

„« What character is your favorite? Why?
"donnie"

„« Are there any ideas in the movie that you disagree with?
"yes the daughters view that dukakis would be a good president"

„« Are you a part of any sort of Donnie Darko clubs, forums, etc.?
"this one thats about it"

„« Does your interest in Donnie Darko carry out into your life? (ex.: Is your room decorated with pictures from the movie? Do you wear DD tee shirts? Etc.)
"nope i want a T-shirt though"
„« Have you ever shared a similar experience with Donnie Darko?

"i've had a knife to my throat and debated the smurfs before"
„« Have you ever met any of the actors in the movie?
"no"

„« Is there anything in the movie that you don¡¦t understand?
"severale things"
„« If you could ask Richard Kelly one question what would it be?
"are u gonna finish eating that"
„« If you could ask Donnie Darko once question what would it be?
"same question i'm hungry"
„« Why do you think the movie has such a large following?
"it's like jimmy buffet it's fan base is very loyale becuase we know we have a quality product"
„« Would you recommend people to see this movie? Why?
"yes, it's a good movie there arn't many out there anymore"
„« Do you think this movie symbolizes the life of Jesus in any way?
"no"

Questions About You: (You don¡¦t have to answer any of these questions, only do it if you feel comfortable. Thanks!)

Age:"18"
Gender:"M"
Location:"NC"
Profession:"producer at a radio station"
Any other information you feel might be relevant:

" we are no longer the knioght who say knee"

[orkad work cant log in]

„« When was the first time you saw Donnie Darko?

March 17, 2005

„« What made you want to watch it?

A friend recommended it.

„« How many times have you watched it?

Six times, but not an expert yet.

„« What was your first impression of the movie?

Perplexing, but very enjoyable. Not many thought-provoking movies out there.

„« What was one scene in the movie that really stood out? Why?

Opening, “I’m voting for Dukakis,” scene. I thought that the acting was superb. The family seemed real to me. Found it comical and could relate. Caused me to really open my mind. Based on the cover and trailer, I thought it was some basic teen horror flick.

„« What scene is your favorite? Why?

When Donnie walks Gretchen home from her bus stop. “Do you wanna go with me?” Brilliantly funny, but integral part of the story. G: “It’s like a superhero or something” D: “What makes you think I’m not.” Great stuff.

„« Is this your favorite movie?

It is my infatuation at the moment. Not my ultimate favorite movie, but it is definitely in the top five.

„« What do you think the movie means?

Destiny, fate, making choices that go against what you believe is right for you. Utilitarianism: the greater good for the greater people. Love, compassion and, above all else, being able to believe that there is something bigger and greater beyond this life.

„« Can you relate to Donnie and/or any of his experiences?

Donnie and I share the same pragmatic way of thinking. We both need proof and evidence. I do wish that I had his courage to challenge the “norm.”

„« What¡¦s your favorite line from the movie?

“I’ll tell you what he said. He asked me to forcibly insert the Life Line exercise card into my anus!”

„« What character is your favorite? Why?

Undoubtedly, Cherita. The quirkiness of her character intrigues me. She reminds me of Tolkein’s Tom Bombadil. Cherita is an enigma. Her character doesn’t have any major influence on the storyline, but the movie would not have been the same without her.

„« Are there any ideas in the movie that you disagree with?

Roberta Sparrow waiting for the letter. Maybe if there were more elaboration on her character I would see why this is so important. As it stands, even when she receives the letter and its contents are revealed to us, I fail to see how this progresses the story. I could be wrong, though.

„« Are you a part of any sort of Donnie Darko clubs, forums, etc.?

Just a lurker on this board. People seemed to get flamed for asking questions that have already been answered, so I try to maintain my anonymity.

„« Does your interest in Donnie Darko carry out into your life? (ex.: Is your room decorated with pictures from the movie? Do you wear DD tee shirts? Etc.)

I am trying to find a shirt with, “Chut Up!” It’s gonna be awesome.

„« Have you ever shared a similar experience with Donnie Darko?

Never had a jet engine smoosh me to death. Never discovered a Tangent Universe. Oh! And I’ve never been haunted by a 6-foot tall bunny rabbit. But I have wrestled with the idea of God and the afterlife and have accepted both on blind faith.

„« Have you ever met any of the actors in the movie?

No.

„« Is there anything in the movie that you don¡¦t understand?

Again, it would be Roberta Sparrow. Damn Grandma Death! But, I promise to be a good student and research it further.

„« If you could ask Richard Kelly one question what would it be?

Of all the animals in the world, why the bunny?

„« If you could ask Donnie Darko once question what would it be?

If you had to choose all over again, would you choose to remain in the tangent universe and see the world come to an end?

„« Why do you think the movie has such a large following?

It a fine example that Hollywood doesn’t consider us all whores of pop culture and the media. DD doesn’t insult you with a cheesy, predictable ending. The characters are real and people you can relate to.

„« Would you recommend people to see this movie? Why?

Most definitely and probably for the exact reason above.

„« Do you think this movie symbolizes the life of Jesus in any way?

I do in the fact that Donnie must sacrifice himself in order to save the world for the people he loves. Personally, I would like to think that Jesus, like Donnie, was a reluctant hero. I do not think that coming to terms with your own ordained death is something that one could accept easily.

Questions About You: (You don¡¦t have to answer any of these questions, only do it if you feel comfortable. Thanks!)

Age: 24
Gender: Female
Location:
Profession: Medical Claims and processing
Any other information you feel might be relevant:

[littlepinkstar]

thank you everyone for posting your answers to my questionaire thing. you're all being so helpful! keep adding things if you'd like, every little bit helps. thanks a lot!!

[Madridarko]

Thank you for posting such interesting questions (some which made me reflect for I had never thought of them before) and you are welcome here any time you wish and we will be here to help you.. Hoping not to be to nosy... what is this questionair for.. project.. or just personal statistical use? Or maybe.. you are one of those Kelly personell that goes around questioning DD fans to gather statistics!... but that is just a remote idea... anyways.. thank you again and please stick around a little longer if you wish to....

[guest]

„« When was the first time you saw Donnie Darko?
3 weeks ago

„« What made you want to watch it?
My brother said it was good

„« How many times have you watched it?
5

„« What was your first impression of the movie?
it captured how i feel suprisingly well

„« What was one scene in the movie that really stood out? Why?
the end - "madworld" beacuse it creates a lot of questions.

„« What scene is your favorite? Why?
The smurf discussion - funny

„« Is this your favorite movie?
yes or BASEketball

„« What do you think the movie means?
to me, It means that any one can love/be loved no matter how detached they may be. I know it has deeper stuff but...

„« Can you relate to Donnie and/or any of his experiences?
a bit

„« What¡¦s your favorite line from the movie?
"i dont want to be alone"

„« What character is your favorite? Why?
Donnie - can relate to him

„« Are there any ideas in the movie that you disagree with?
Him being related to Jesus (im a Christian)

„« Are you a part of any sort of Donnie Darko clubs, forums, etc.?
nope

„« Does your interest in Donnie Darko carry out into your life? (ex.: Is your room decorated with pictures from the movie? Do you wear DD tee shirts? Etc.)
i don't do that no.

„« Have you ever shared a similar experience with Donnie Darko?
called my mum a bitch once as she walked away, big mistake. discussed smurfs and there logic. (who hasn't?)

„« Have you ever met any of the actors in the movie?
no

„« Is there anything in the movie that you don¡¦t understand?
a lot, i dont think there is one reason for most parts, i think it was created so we think

„« If you could ask Richard Kelly one question what would it be?
"Did you base Donnie on anyone you know/knew?"

„« If you could ask Donnie Darko once question what would it be?
"If you had to choose all over again, would you choose to remain in the tangent universe and see the world come to an end?" - stole off of orkad work sorry but its a good question

"
„« Why do you think the movie has such a large following?
It is so different, you wont find another film like this. And ir raises so many question and different views that people research others views more (i.e on this board)

„« Would you recommend people to see this movie? Why?

Yes, because it is amazing and unique

„« Do you think this movie symbolizes the life of Jesus in any way?
It may symbolise the life of Jesus, but i definatley would not say "donnie is like Jesus". too blasphemous

Questions About You: (You don¡¦t have to answer any of these questions, only do it if you feel comfortable. Thanks!)

Age: 15
Gender: M
Location:U.K
Profession:In school
Any other information you feel might be relevant

[ProvidencePortal]

Guest-orkad said:

Just a lurker on this board. People seemed to get flamed for asking questions that have already been answered, so I try to maintain my anonymity.

This made me sad -- particularly because you seem to be smart and thoughtful, Orkad. I do know where you're coming from, but to be fair, I don't think people get flamed just for asking questions that have appeared previously. Usually they get a (I'll admit: sometimes terse) response that says, "This is a long-standing topic being discussed in several threads. Please use the 'search' button to find one and review the content there." It's only when the inevitable, "why you bein jurks" retort pops up that the flaming begins.

I want to personally invite you to ask any questions you want or contribute any theory you have.