Is Jodie Foster's Movie Contact More Thrilling Than We Remember?

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The discussion centers around reactions to thrilling rides, particularly roller coasters, with one participant expressing enthusiasm for such experiences while another shares a lack of interest. The mention of a specific wooden roller coaster in Santa Cruz highlights a personal encounter that was frightening yet memorable. The conversation takes a humorous turn with a reference to Jodie Foster and the movie "Contact," suggesting a playful connection between the thrill of rides and cinematic experiences. Overall, the dialogue captures a mix of excitement and apprehension regarding extreme amusement park attractions.
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just WOW

 
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I'm usually down for stuff like that, but that must be barf inducing! Someone calc the forces on your body from that! :D
 
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Greg Bernhardt said:
I'm usually down for stuff like that

I'm not ... never really been a fan of any sort of joy ride like that
The only rollercoaster I have been on is the old wooden one at Santa Cruz, CA. scared the hell out of me hahaha
 
It's all fun and games until Jodie Foster shows up in a capsule. :olduhh:
 
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Borg said:
It's all fun and games until Jodie Foster shows up in a capsule. :olduhh:

yeah, it did remind me of the movie Contact
 
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