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Post by Richard on Aug 6, 2005 21:19:54 GMT -5
Obviously I didn't watch all these movies today. Everything I've seen this past week, actually.
Young Man With A Horn (1950) Very good. Kirk Douglas plays a man with a passion for the trumpet. I could've swore I had more things to say about this film. Co-stars Lauren Bacall.
The Oklahoma Kid (1939) One of my favorite westerns. James Cagney plays a man who casts revenge on those who hanged his father. Really quick movie. Short too. It also bares a strong similarity to the conclusion of Clint Eastwood's Unforgiven. Co-stars Humphrey Bogart.
All The President's Men (1977) Here's the deal. Anyone who paid attention to anything at all relating to the Watergate Scandal during their history classes in high school should at least remember the few basic facts, which is all I knew. Anyone who previously read books regarding Watergate should've been able to follow this movie quite easy, which doesn't mean I didn't. This film put me right smack down into the start of it all, and it never slowed down, not even when I hoped it would. I had no idea who this Howard Hunt was, and half of the other dozen people mentioned in this movie. Many names, many dates, and too many "committee this, and committee that". But after many moments of confusion (and many rewinding), I finally got the jest of it all. It's a great movie, in my opinion, and it kept me informed. Co-stars Dustin Hoffman and Robert Redford.
The Village (2004) I liked it. Yep, that's right I did! It's a great film to look at too, and it's story is decent. The twist (as so many people hated) was a nice touch, in my opinion, of course. Co-stars Bryce Howard and Joaquin Phoenix.
Ladder 49 (2004) Good. It has some pretty intense fire situations. Co-stars John Travolta and Joaquin Phoenix.
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Post by smith on Aug 6, 2005 21:45:25 GMT -5
The last film by Jack Ford - 7 women . A terrific performance by Anne Bancroft
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Post by Cate on Aug 8, 2005 0:17:13 GMT -5
All the President's Men is one of my favorites  I haven't seen it in a while though. I think since high school... Movies I've seen this week (none today): Friday the 13th - I can't believe they killed Kevin Bacon in like the first half hour of the movie! By the time the mom came around, I was cracking up with the extreme close-ups of her capped teeth and her possessed "Kill her mommy, don't let her get away"s. BTW! Did anyone see the Katharine Hepburn impression the girl in the bathroom did into the mirror? SO awesome. lol I'm pretty sure it was a quote from The Rainmaker. Something like, "You'll always be plain, Lizzie." High Art - I saw this a LONG time ago and remember being bored by it. It's interesting how as you grow older you view things differently. I really liked this movie. It's probably another one of my favorites now. What happened to Ally Sheady anyway??? I just remember seeing her on the MTV Movie Awards this year for the Breakfast Club Tribute and being too shy to talk and when she finally decided to say something, as the rest of the Breakfast Club was walking off the stage, she tried to mumble something into the mic but by that time everyone was cheering and applauding so you couldn't hear it. Garden State - Kinda funny in a bizarre, dark comedy-like way. Great music  The L Word: Season 2: I'm going to go ahead and count this in as being a movie. I watched practically all of Season 2 last week so now I am hooked. I've got a friend hooked as well. We rented the first season but have yet to finish all of them. I'm pretty sure he watches it for the storyline. . . Wow I'm lacking in the movie-watching department this week... Gotta stop going out so I can meet my quota |
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Post by Shaun on Aug 8, 2005 13:19:14 GMT -5
Today:
Alice Adams (1935)-It is a real treat to watch a gem like this for the first time. Katharine's performance was refreshing and genuine and Hattie McDaniel's was hilarious! Probably my favorite Hepburn performance from the 1930's. The only question left in my head after it was over was "Did Bette Davis deserve the Oscar that year? Because Katharine Hepburn certainly did!"
Holiday (1938)-This is the also the first time I've seen this classic. I found the movie (and the acrobatics) to be very entertaining. I loved seeing Kate dressed so glamorous. She was beautiful. Both Holiday and Alice Adams are now on my list of favorite Hepburn films. One of these days I'm going to sit down and make an actual list of my top 10 favorite!
Saturday:
Batman (1989)-I haven't seen this movie in a while and liked it much more than I ever remembered. It really grabbed me by the throat this time.
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Post by Richard on Aug 8, 2005 14:49:00 GMT -5
Catherine: You were watching IFC, were you? No need to watch Friday the 13th for I have the entire series on DVD. By the way, I've seen that movie dozens of times, and never have I noticed that KH impression. Could be because I've never seen The Rainmaker. Oh, and High Art was okay. Just okay though. I rented that movie just a short while ago. From the weekend. The Manchurian Candidate (1962) This film is more popular than I thought. It kinda makes me feel bad when I say it was just ALRIGHT, and I didn't really think of it as anything even remotely special. It started off a little dull but quickly started to get interesting. Some scenes were exhilarating to watch considering when the film was made and how efficient it was shot by director John Frankheimer. I'm gonna watch this movie again, with the hope of catching up with the rest of the world and realizing that 'maybe' this could be one of the best films ever made. Co-stars Frank Sinatra and Laurence Harvey. The Lavender Hill Mob (1951) A nice little british comedy starring Alec Guinness. I liked it. Co-stars Stanley Holloway and Sid James. Murder By Death (1976) A really good black comedy starring Peter Sellers, Alec Guinness, David Niven, Peter Falk, and Truman Capote. It's a spoof on some of the most popular detective films ever made. Such as The Thin Man series with Nick And Nora Charles, but now, it's Dick and Dora Charleston... getting it now? The comicalness this movie has is so genuine you really have to pay close attention to everything being said to fully understand and appreciate it. **Highly Recommended** Naked Gun 33 1/3 : The Final Insult (1994) Really bad. Almost forced comedy and really is the last straw for the Naked Gun series. Although pathetic, it does have some nice comic bits, but overall... it just doesn't work. The original is classic. |
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Post by Cate on Aug 9, 2005 2:27:50 GMT -5
Richard: Yes, I was Actually, I borrowed High Art from a friend of mine who told me he saw part of it on IFC and then decided to go buy it because he liked the part he saw so much. But the other two, yeah, IFC I can't believe you missed the Kate impression! She actually did a pretty good job... better than Cate Blanchett |
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Post by Judy on Aug 9, 2005 15:22:21 GMT -5
SUMMERTIME.
Saw the restored version last night. Robert Osborne (Hollywood Reporter, TCM) was there to introduce it and Kathy Houghton made a guest appearance and sat for a short interview.
This movie - and KH in it - is just sublime. Through and through. Venice is beautiful but when she is on the screen, it's near impossible to look at anything else.
JS
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Post by Richard on Aug 10, 2005 18:37:29 GMT -5
Blood Alley (1955) Good movie starring John Wayne and Lauren Bacall.
Thoroughbreds Don't Cry (1937) One of Judy Garland's early films starring opposite Mickey Rooney. It's a nice "G" movie, with some good comic bits. It also features a nice song sung by Judy called "Got a Pair of New Shoes". Co-stars Alfred E. Green and Ronald Sinclair.
Listen, Darling (1938) Another one of Judy's early films, and a nice one at that. It's about two kids, Pinkie and Buzz, who kidnaps Dottie (Pinkie's mother) in their family trailer with the hope of finding her a husband both she and Buzz would like. Co-stars Mary Astor.
The Pirate (1948) A swashbuckling gem starring Gene Kelly and Judy Garland. Kelly plays an actor who falls in love with Judy's character who's engaged to be married. As always, great musical numbers performed by Kelly. The movie is weak in some parts, but the acting by both Garland and Kelly and the direction by Vincente Minelli saved this film.
In The Good Old Summertime (1949) Probably one of the best romantic comedies I've seen in my life. The story follows both Andrew and Veronica (played by Van Johnson and Judy Garland) as they display a constant hatred to each other, but secretly engaged in a romantic anonymous relationship through their local post-office. Co-stars Buster Keaton.
Easter Parade (1948) The best film I've seen starring Fred Astaire. Originally, the lead was offered to Gene Kelly but was given to Astaire at the last minute because Kelly busted his ankle. Regardless, he was great in it. And with Garland alongside... you can't go wrong.
The Harvey Girls (1946) The weakest entry of all the Judy Garland films I watched during TCM's 24-hour marathon. It wasn't entirely bad per say, it just simply lacked what the others had. The songs and dance sequences were more or less forgettable, in my opinion, and the role for Judy wasn't particularly interesting to begin with. She looked great, but she could've been used better. Garland has been known to upstage anyone, and she clearly didn't in this film.
Life Begins For Andy Hardy (1941) This is my first Andy Hardy film I've seen, out of order too, but that didn't matter because it was great. Rooney and Garland are amazing together, and these films are the sparkling examples. It's so 'friendly' in a way you can easily see why these movies were always a success at the box-office during that time. Great movie for any age. Co-stars Lewis Stone and the beautiful Patricia Dane.
Firefox (1982) I don't like aerial combat films. I wouldn't say it was boring, but someone who has no interest in the story, like me, will find it kinda lousy. Up until I saw this movie, I strongly believed I can watch Clint Eastwood in almost anything. That was a swift kick in the groan. Eastwood also directs.
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Post by Richard on Aug 13, 2005 22:28:21 GMT -5
The past few days...
Heartbreak Ridge (1986) It's kinda lame. In fact, it's like a PG version of Full Metal Jacket, which doesn't cut it for me. Clint Eastwood directs and stars.
A Patch Of Blue (1965) Amazing. One of the best films I've seen in my life. It's about a blind white girl, (played by Elizabeth Hartman) who meets and eventually falls in love with a black man (played by Sidney Poitier) whom she met at a local park. As the film progresses, her mother finds out and won't stand for it. Temperature rises between mother and daughter, and also from Ole' Pa (played by Wallace Ford). The mother, played by Shelly Winters, is one of the finest roles I've seen from her yet. **Highly Recommended**
Thousands Cheer (1943) A decent movie starring George Sidney, Kathryn Grayson, Gene Kelly, and Mary Astor. A little boring at some bits, but the film quickly picks up when the musical numbers start to commence towards the finale of the film. Special guest appearances by Mickey Rooney, Judy Garland, and Red Skelton. We love Red.
Duel (1971) Really good. Probably the best TV movie I've ever had the pleasure to watch.
Titanic (1953) Great. Not as spectacular as Cameron's epic, but still worth the watch. It's obvious this film was a major inspiration to Cameron with quite a few strong similarities, and I think it would be a little unfair to compare with the 97' release. I'll leave those interested to find out for themselves. Co-stars Clifton Webb, Barbara Stanwyck, and Robert Wagner.
Birthday Girl (2001) What's everyone's opinion on this film? Almost all the important dialogue is in Russian, but I somehow found it all fascinating. I was amused. Nicole Kidman is really hot in this movie. Co-stars Ben Chaplin.
She Done Him Wrong (1933) Horrible, well at least I think so anyway. One of Cary Grant's early films, and it showed. I mean by appearance, not by characterization. I found the entire picture boring. Co-stars Mae West.
Hitch (2005) It's actually pretty good. But the mistake with this film, in my opinion, is the secondary storyline with Hitch's character and Sara. I thought it slowed the movie down to what the audience really wanted and cared for; the main focus of it all between Albert and Allegra. The entire picture was funny, more than what I expected, but the pace came to a halt during the second half. I think this was the same complaint Roger Ebert gave, if so, I do agree with him. Co-stars Will Smith, Eva Mendes, Kevin James, and Amber Valletta.
Butch Cassidy And The Sundance Kid (1969) Classic. I can't believe it took me almost 18 years to finally see this picture. One of my favorite westerns. Co-stars Paul Newman, Robert Redford, and Katharine Ross.
Laura (1944) Another classic movie. The cinematography wasn't nearly a great as Orson Welles Touch Of Evil but the movie has film-noir written all over it. For those who are simple-minded, the story is real easy to follow, and you should be impressed by the end of the picture. Co-stars Gene Tierney.
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Post by Richard on Aug 16, 2005 17:32:47 GMT -5
There was a Cary Grant marathon on TCM...
Operation Petticoat (1959) Nothing much here. A nice navy comedy starring Cary Grant and Tony Curtis. I found it somewhat enjoyable.
His Girl Friday (1940) This is a great movie. It's use of overlapping dialogue and the sheer pace of it all is just exhilarating to watch. It's probably my favorite Cary Grant film.
April Fool's Day (1986) One of the best horror films of the 80s. I'm serious. Or I should say one of the best Halloween ripoffs, of the bagillion that were made. Some may believe the ending to be easily predictable, but the first time I saw this movie, when I was a kid, the ending was a complete surprise. The acting is not that bad either. It's funny too.
Gunga Din (1939) Another great Cary Grant film. I thoroughly enjoyed this picture. It had a nice use of dramatic and comedic moments.
Walk, Don't Run (1966) Cary Grant's last film, and clearly it came suddenly to the world because this movie didn't strike me as "a last effort" to one of the most beloved screen legends. As for the movie, it's nice, but pointless, in my opinion.
Cary Grant: A Class Apart (TV) (2004) This is a cool documentary in tribute of Cary. I've learned a lot of new things about the actor.
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Post by Cate on Aug 17, 2005 2:11:15 GMT -5
Wow, Richard. I think you've set a record.
Movies I've watched the past couple of days:
In Good Company - I thought it was good. Sometimes kind of slow... there were some funny parts. I liked Topher Grace and Scarlett Johansson (for some reason I like her. I can't figure out why because most of the movies she is in, she pretty much never shows any emotion).
Finding Neverland - OK I have to admit I only watched this because Johnny Depp is in it. I now love him even more and am convinced he is going to leave his wife (or girlfriend. . ) for me (I guess I just have to believe ;D). The movie was great. There were slow parts as usual but I think I just become bored easily by some movies. For instance, even though I understood why they did it, I could not get into the make-believe scenes. As the movie progressed, my eyes never left the screen.
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Post by Cate on Aug 17, 2005 2:36:11 GMT -5
PS Richard. I love Operation Petticoat! Perhaps it is just for sentimental reasons. I watched it with my dad a million times when I was little. Maybe I was just fascinated by the pink submarine. I don't know.
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Post by Cate on Aug 17, 2005 2:39:59 GMT -5
PPS I watched a bit of Birthday Girl the other night. I wasn't too enthralled so I left to get coffee. It p*ssed me off that they had entire dialogues in Russian for like 10 minutes. My friend and I were confounded. We were trying to figure out if we had hit some button on his TV that took off subtitles (because he is able to watch some shows dubbed in Spanish)... but NO. I guess the director or writer or whoever decided that it would add to the ambience or something. Didn't work for me.
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Post by Richard on Aug 17, 2005 13:34:02 GMT -5
I started college two days ago. There will be a serious lack of watching movies on my part. Oh, and I'll be getting Finding Neverland tomorrow.
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Post by Richard on Aug 20, 2005 19:41:58 GMT -5
Deconstructing Harry (1997) My first Woody Allen film. It was alright. I need to see more of his better work to form some kind of opinion on him.
Ghost World (2000) I've seen this movie before, but it aired on IFC recently and I just couldn't resist. Actually, it was better than I remembered it. This is my favorite Scarlett Johansson film.
Natural Born Killers (1994) It was so bizarre in a way I managed to like it, but it also made me mad. It's a cruel, violent movie, even tasteless in my opinion, and I just couldn't wait for that Bonnie & Clyde moment I knew was going to happen at the end but never did. Disappointing.
Ziegfeld Girl (1941) Another Ziegfeld movie starring Judy Garland, James Stewart, and Lana Turner. Nothing much here.
Finding Neverland (2004) The film looked nice, but I found almost the entire picture a little tedious. Depp's acting efforts were good, and I thought the performances by the actors who played the four brothers were great. I've been a fan of Peter Pan and all that jazz after I saw the 1960 version, and though this is more or less a biography... it really wasn't my cup of tea.
The Spencer Tracy Legacy (1986) (TV) A nice documentary hosted by Katharine Hepburn. Good for those who are interested.
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I haven't seen it in a while though. I think since high school...
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