I agree the Bogart version of The Big Sleep is outstanding.
I believe it is the best Marlowe and yet it's not very faithful to the book. Of note: If you get the right DVD it will contain two versions of the movie. The original was never released in the US and was only shown as one of many movies projected for GIs during WWII. Bacall's agent saw it and suggested reshoots playing up Bacall's sex appeal and the romance between her and Bogart. Two quick examples of the difference is in the original version Bacall wears a fishnet type veil on one scene deemphasizing her face. Also the double entendre loaded horse riding discussion was not in the original version.quote:Originally posted by steve8:
I agree the Bogart version of The Big Sleep is outstanding.
Sidenote, the incredibly appealing Martha Vicker, who plays Bacall's sister, had her scenes reduced even in the original to keep the attention on Bacall.
Cul-De-Sac
The Big Sleep
Thanks for the reminder TOM. I checked, and my copy has both versions. Will put them both in the cue.
quote:Originally posted by The Old Man:
[QUOTE]Of note: If you get the right DVD it will contain two versions of the movie. The original was never released in the US and was only shown as one of many movies projected for GIs during WWII. Bacall's agent saw it and suggested reshoots playing up Bacall's sex appeal and the romance between her and Bogart. Two quick examples of the difference is in the original version Bacall wears a fishnet type veil on one scene deemphasizing her face. Also the double entendre loaded horse riding discussion was not in the original version.
Sidenote, the incredibly appealing Martha Vicker, who plays Bacall's sister, had her scenes reduced even in the original to keep the attention on Bacall.
Thanks for the reminder TOM. I checked, and my copy has both versions. Will put them both in the cue.
quote:Originally posted by indybob:
I, Tonya. ***
Excellent.
Kinda like Robert Redford playing Bob Woodward, though.
Our Souls At Night
Meh. Nice to see Redford and Fonda together again, but the whole thing was painfully contrived and falls flat. It would have made a decent play.
At one point while watching it I was so bored I recast it in my mind with Frances McDormand and Paul Giamatti and imagined how they would have played it. It was a much better movie.
The Post
Very good, and Spielberg mostly avoided hitting us over the head with the obvious messages... until near the end when he just couldn't help himself. One example: the scene with Streep walking down the steps of the Supreme Court building with dozens of women lined up, looking up at her with wide-eyed reverence like they just wanted to touch the hem of her garment, was way over the top.
Meh. Nice to see Redford and Fonda together again, but the whole thing was painfully contrived and falls flat. It would have made a decent play.
At one point while watching it I was so bored I recast it in my mind with Frances McDormand and Paul Giamatti and imagined how they would have played it. It was a much better movie.
The Post
Very good, and Spielberg mostly avoided hitting us over the head with the obvious messages... until near the end when he just couldn't help himself. One example: the scene with Streep walking down the steps of the Supreme Court building with dozens of women lined up, looking up at her with wide-eyed reverence like they just wanted to touch the hem of her garment, was way over the top.
Cannery Row
Having recently read the book I thought I'd check out the 1982 film. Well I suppose it is loosely based on the book, but also on the sequel, Sweet Thursday, which I wasn't even aware existed. The cinematography was good, thanks to Sven Nykvist, but the rest of it not so.
XTC: This is Pop
Documentary about one of my favourite bands. Definitely worthwhile if you like their music.
Having recently read the book I thought I'd check out the 1982 film. Well I suppose it is loosely based on the book, but also on the sequel, Sweet Thursday, which I wasn't even aware existed. The cinematography was good, thanks to Sven Nykvist, but the rest of it not so.
XTC: This is Pop
Documentary about one of my favourite bands. Definitely worthwhile if you like their music.
quote:Originally posted by steve8:
Cannery Row
Having recently read the book I thought I'd check out the 1982 film. Well I suppose it is loosely based on the book, but also on the sequel, Sweet Thursday, which I wasn't even aware existed. The cinematography was good, thanks to Sven Nykvist, but the rest of it not so.
XTC: This is Pop
Documentary about one of my favourite bands. Definitely worthwhile if you like their music.
One of my top five favourite bands. I didn't know about this doc, so thanks for the tip. I'll track it down.
A Decent Woman
Rudy and Bridge of Spies - both very good movies.
Trip to Spain - love the scenery but the schtick between the two guys gets old quick.
Baby Driver
Like a 2 hour music video featuring stuff from the 70's. As a movie it's really not very good.
Like a 2 hour music video featuring stuff from the 70's. As a movie it's really not very good.
For Diane Lane fans, Paris Can Wait
quote:Originally posted by DoubleD:
For Diane Lane fans, Paris Can Wait
How could anyone NOT be a fan of Diane Lane!
Kidnap
Well at least the first 25 minutes or so. Pretty bad.
Well at least the first 25 minutes or so. Pretty bad.
Diane Lane is the equivalent of a Lafite - beautifully young, graceful and elegant as she ages
quote:Originally posted by DoubleD:
Diane Lane is the equivalent of a Lafite - beautifully young, graceful and elegant as she ages
Excellent analogy
Magnus, Netflix Doc about the chess champion Magnus Carlsen. Excellent
quote:Originally posted by DoubleD:
Diane Lane is the equivalent of a Lafite - beautifully young, graceful and elegant as she ages
When we finally get together for an offline, I hope you'll give me the chance to test that thesis...... (so, either open a well-aged Lafite, or invite Diane Lane!)
LOL bman I wish I can test either thesis although I would prefer Diane Lane!
g-man, got any more 2002s left?
g-man, got any more 2002s left?
quote:Originally posted by patespo1:
Magnus, Netflix Doc about the chess champion Magnus Carlsen. Excellent
Just watched this. Agree. I don't play chess, but this guy's mastery is just amazing.
PH
Loved 3 Billboards!
Commuter.
Waste of time.
Waste of time.
Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri--88 pts. Tremendous cast. Plus it has Peter Dinklage doing his Station Agent thing.
Recently:
The Thomas Crown Affair (1968)
Love Liza
La La Land
The Greatest Showman
Coco
Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
It Might Get Loud
The Magnificent Seven (2016)
Midnight In Paris
The Thomas Crown Affair (1968)
Love Liza
La La Land
The Greatest Showman
Coco
Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
It Might Get Loud
The Magnificent Seven (2016)
Midnight In Paris
Scarface. What a fun movie.
quote:Originally posted by Rothko:
Scarface. What a fun movie.
Paul Muni was a great actor.
quote:Originally posted by The Old Man:quote:Originally posted by Rothko:
Scarface. What a fun movie.
Paul Muni was a great actor.
Wrong version... I watched the Pacino one.
quote:Originally posted by Rothko:quote:Originally posted by The Old Man:quote:Originally posted by Rothko:
Scarface. What a fun movie.
Paul Muni was a great actor.
Wrong version... I watched the Pacino one.
This has a TOM rant written all over it.
A bit of a run for me over the past few weeks:
Girl on the Train - close to book and ok
Wolf of Wall Street - wild and only second time I have seen it
The Informant - clever
Hoosiers - have not seen it in quite a while and it never gets old; favorite quote "I love you guys"
Girl on the Train - close to book and ok
Wolf of Wall Street - wild and only second time I have seen it
The Informant - clever
Hoosiers - have not seen it in quite a while and it never gets old; favorite quote "I love you guys"
quote:Originally posted by bates40:
Commuter.
Waste of time.
Watched it as well, as part of my two week experiment with Moviepass...don't know about you, but I sorta knew it was going to be a waste of time beforehand!
If you're wondering why I dumped Moviepass, it was because they wouldn't let me see movies at AMC Century City anymore...fortunately, Costco (where I bought the pass..still available) has the best return policy in retail. FWIW, if I had theaters in my area that took Moviepass, I would sign up in a New York minute!
Army of Shadows
Shallow Grave
I thought I'd seen this film before but it was not the one I thought. Liked it a lot though.
I thought I'd seen this film before but it was not the one I thought. Liked it a lot though.
The Autopsy of Jane Doe
A mild horror movie. Only 1:25 or so long.
Not worth watching, in my opinion.
A mild horror movie. Only 1:25 or so long.
Not worth watching, in my opinion.
Le Cercle Rouge
Bon Cop, Bad Cop 2
The first one was entertaining. This one was a struggle. Not recommended.
The first one was entertaining. This one was a struggle. Not recommended.
quote:Originally posted by steve8:
Bon Cop, Bad Cop 2
The first one was entertaining. This one was a struggle. Not recommended.
It was ok on a plane. But I wouldn't watch it anywhere else.
Logan - A nice ending to the X-Men series of movies. Assuming it is the ending.
quote:Originally posted by Rothko:
Logan - A nice ending to the X-Men series of movies. Assuming it is the ending.
That is a big assumption. That series is like herpes.
Sullivan’s Banks