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Spoilers What Movie Are You Watching?
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"Out of the Past" 1947...Robert Mitchum, Jane Greer (fantastic performance), Kirk Douglas (first major role).Directed by Jacques Tourneur. Film noir classic!
Also a blast from the past - a few nights ago I watched "North West Frontier" (which was released under the name "Flame Over India" in the US) a splendidly retro movie made in 1958, with a wonderful cast (Kenneth More, Lauren Bacall, Wilfrid Hyde White, Herbert Lom among others), crackling dialogue, great cinematography, and yes, a movie that was (and is) unapologetically imperialist in its world view.
But it's a cracking good adventure story, very well told and beautifully filmed.
But it's a cracking good adventure story, very well told and beautifully filmed.
And I have a mad crush on Ingrid Bergman.
That is a very, very long line.
She was stunning, and owned the camera.
I am constantly amazed by some of the vignettes in the movie, thanks to black & white.
For a "B" movie, tossed off in war-time, this movie is incredible.
As I type this, I'm watching "Casablanca"
Yes, sometimes I'm a sentimental slob...
And I have a mad crush on Ingrid Bergman.
That is a really great movie. A timeless classic.
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Agreed - it doesn't look like a 'B' movie, instead, it's an absolute classic, crackling dialogue, great acting, terrific story, and wonderful cinematography. And it works brilliantly as propaganda, because it doesn't appear to be trying to be such.
A few (not many) other war movies also managed this (I'm thinking especially of 'The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp'), to be subtle, beautifully told stories which were well-acted, and were balanced and nuanced in their efforts to tell a complex tale in trying circumstances.
If you can get past the love interest, The Americanization of Emily is a very good anti-war movie.
Frankly, I was smitten by Julie in that role, very much a wounded bird. ❤
As I type this, I'm watching "Casablanca"
Yes, sometimes I'm a sentimental slob...
And I have a mad crush on Ingrid Bergman.
When in college (Orange Man) I ran the dormitory cinema where we showed Casablanca. I had never seen that movie and it blew me away, just how good it was. And I also liked The Maltese Falcon too.
I'll use this opportunity to ask, I've read Hunger Games, I've ordered the second two books, should I see THG in the theater or wait till rental? Huh, huh?
When in college (Orange Man) I ran the dormitory cinema where we showed Casablanca. I had never seen that movie and it blew me away, just how good it was. And I also liked The Maltese Falcon too.
I'm a fan of films from the 30's, 40's , and early 50's, especially film noir.
If you enjoyed "The Maltese Falcon", you might check out the film noir genre, especially the Warner Brother's stuff from that time period. Fascinating in all ways; cinematography, cynical world outlook, scripts, acting - wonderful stuff.
Try "Out of the Past", "Double Indemnity', and the slightly for recent "Sweet Smell of Success".
She had a naturalistic acting style at a time when film acting was grand and theatrical. Of course, we puritanical Americans drove her out of the country.
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About to watch The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. I've heard it's a good movie so going to give it a shot!
When in college (Orange Man) I ran the dormitory cinema where we showed Casablanca. I had never seen that movie and it blew me away, just how good it was. And I also liked The Maltese Falcon too.
Yes, agreed, The Maltese Falcon was simply brilliant - a movie that comes close to cinematic perfection. Running the dormitory cinema sounds like a great job when you are in college.
Can't speak for the movie, but the book was terrific.
She was a superb actress - and someone who supported progressive causes, (as indeed, did Bogart, also) both of them admirable traits.
Chilling is the perfect word. And the topic, child molestation, was extremely unusual...even in pre-code films. Irving Thalberg said that although he loved the movie, it could never have been made in the US.
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Just got back from seeing "The Cabin in the Woods". It's a pretty good movie and is totally not what you are expecting. Very funny in several parts.
Just got back from seeing "The Cabin in the Woods". It's a pretty good movie and is totally not what you are expecting. Very funny in several parts.
Thanks for the report. Will have to catch that on rental. Just watched "Your Highness" a completely forgettable costume comedy.
Just got back from seeing "The Cabin in the Woods". It's a pretty good movie and is totally not what you are expecting. Very funny in several parts.
I to have just seen 'Cabin in the woods'. I liked the movie, it had a good story line and good dialogue, what else do you expect from Joss Whedon.
saw wrath of the titans in IMAX last week
wasn't a fan of the first, but I was really bored so I checked it out.
Movie itself wasn't that great, but some of the effects when they are fighting with the lava... WOW!
wasn't a fan of the first, but I was really bored so I checked it out.
Movie itself wasn't that great, but some of the effects when they are fighting with the lava... WOW!
Watched two movies today.
Watched The Hunger Games in the theaters. I really enjoyed it, just like the books. I noticed a few small discrepancies between the book and the screenplay, but overall I thought it was a good adaptation. The cinematograph was purposefully shaky, which allowed the viewer to feel up close and personal with the action, but at times it was just too close - you couldn't tell what was going on IMO. I think it was a rather clever attempt to hide the gore and keep the movie PG13.
And then I purchased The Iron Lady from iTunes. WOW. I don't have much to say about the movie per se, but Meryl Streep's performance was phenomenal, even for her. I thought she was barely recognizable. Even if the screenplay wasn't that great (not that it was bad), the acting alone makes it an excellent movie to see at least once (though, I'm really glad I bought it, because I'll want to see it again... but admittedly I have a bit of a soft-spot when it comes to Meryl Streep movies).
Watched The Hunger Games in the theaters. I really enjoyed it, just like the books. I noticed a few small discrepancies between the book and the screenplay, but overall I thought it was a good adaptation. The cinematograph was purposefully shaky, which allowed the viewer to feel up close and personal with the action, but at times it was just too close - you couldn't tell what was going on IMO. I think it was a rather clever attempt to hide the gore and keep the movie PG13.
And then I purchased The Iron Lady from iTunes. WOW. I don't have much to say about the movie per se, but Meryl Streep's performance was phenomenal, even for her. I thought she was barely recognizable. Even if the screenplay wasn't that great (not that it was bad), the acting alone makes it an excellent movie to see at least once (though, I'm really glad I bought it, because I'll want to see it again... but admittedly I have a bit of a soft-spot when it comes to Meryl Streep movies).
Yesterday I watched Thor (again) to help set the mood for the Avengers. I plan to watch through Iron Man 1&2 at some point too. I'm really liking the quality of these Marvel films, they are a lot of fun to watch and hopefully the Avengers film will build on them. Admittedly the lead actors are fantastic in their roles and are the main reasons why the films are fun to watch.
Still, roll on April 26th
I also watched From Paris with Love yesterday. It had been a while since I saw a John Travolta film. I guess like the Marvel films it isn't exactly shooting for an Oscar, but again- a lot of fun to watch. I loved the Pulp Fiction reference
I've got this evening free so I'm debating whether or not to watch the Norwegian film Troll Hunter which has been sitting in my collection for a while, or start going through the Star Wars bluray boxset. Hmm...
Still, roll on April 26th
I also watched From Paris with Love yesterday. It had been a while since I saw a John Travolta film. I guess like the Marvel films it isn't exactly shooting for an Oscar, but again- a lot of fun to watch. I loved the Pulp Fiction reference
I've got this evening free so I'm debating whether or not to watch the Norwegian film Troll Hunter which has been sitting in my collection for a while, or start going through the Star Wars bluray boxset. Hmm...
^^ yep, love the Marvel movies, can't wait for avengers.
I've already bought a ticket for the ultimate marvel marathon so I'll see every movie on Thursday leading up to the midnight premier of The Avengers!! I'm like a little kid giddy with excitement!
I've already bought a ticket for the ultimate marvel marathon so I'll see every movie on Thursday leading up to the midnight premier of The Avengers!! I'm like a little kid giddy with excitement!