This movie gets a bad rap. It really isn't bad. Thompson & Hemsworth have decent chemistry, but nothing could equal Smith & Jones. It was a worthy attempt with a good cast.
Sweet little short from MGM featuring thier most popular talent in that day. Starring Jackie Coogan with Norma Shearer, Clark Gable, Bette Davis, Lionel Barrymore (pre back injury and wheelchair), Marion Davies, Wallace Beery, Marie Dressler, Jimmy Durante, and many more adult and child actors.
It's basically a Christmas Card from the studio to the audience. Good story and (obviously) excellent acting. I enjoyed it.
Anyone who knows me knows that I just don't cry. I have never even cried during a movie (not even E.T.).
Well, we just saw Bohemian Rhapsody and I cried like I haven't cried in as long as I can remember. The memory of the first time I ever heard a Queen song (We Will Rock You/We Are The Champions) and the impact it made on me. The originality and largesse of Live AID. The magnitude and gravity of AIDS in the 80s. The power and magnificence that was the majesty of Freddy Mercury.
No. Purists will never be pleased. Honestly, if you want complete accuracy and every detail shown, there are several terrific documentaries that are available for streaming. For the rest of us, their is Bohemian Rhapsody.
Mostly a short regarding daredevils, I guess that poking fun at large women was modus operandi in those days. That scene was totally out of place in this silly old picture.
Overly long and drawn out, but it has some fantastic acting by Jimmy Stewart (at his mean and stodgy best). Best performances are from Sir Richard Attenborough, Ernest Borgnine, and Hardy Krüger.
I have a question, though. Someone help me understand how
Dr. Renaud and Capt Harris were killed
. The only thing I could understand was that it had something to do with the camel.
Silly little frollick, but those with modern sensibilities be warned that there is a routine done in black face (as was common at the time). I'd like to say that it was done with good taste, but alas...
Even though I never saw Night Watch (which I hope to soon see), I enjoyed this film immensely. I just wish that I had seen it subtitled instead of dubbed.
An interesting, and sometimes psychedelic, study of dance for film. The short features Dave Gould, Adaggio Dancers, Russian knife dancing, with a lot of slow motion to show the intricacy in each dance. Of course, it wouldn't be a golden age flick without casual racism and fat shaming.
Not a bad movie, but not great either. Jay Morh's character is probably the worst and most selfish brother I've seen on screen. What line of work is he supposed to be in anyway?
Gary Cooper nearly steals the film away from Ronald Colman and Vilma Bánky in his debut as a film lead. That was no small feat at the time and a sign of what was to come from Cooper.
Very good silent film that mirrors a true event in Salton Basin/Lake, California.
The chemistry between Julia Roberts and George Clooney is always a win for me. Good escapist entertainment. It's not a fantastic movie, but it is a good film.
This is definitely Ethel Merman's movie. Donald O'Connor and Mitzi Gaynor are terrific, but Dan Dailey seems to be just going through the motions. I don't think they put much work into the syncing.
A lovely film with great musical numbers. Aline MacMahon is a real pip.
Warner and Zanuck were correct (for once) when they moved Forgotten Man to the end. What an amazing, moving, and beautifully shot sequence. Etta Moten was a revelation. A fantastic tribute to the circumstances that WW1 vets found themselves in during The Depression. They were showing the effects of PTSD before anyone knew what it was.
I watch this every time it's on TCM and highly recommend it to everyone.
Was it common in the 40s for people to think that a 5 year old is old enough to be left at home alone for several hours? I certainly know that things were different back then, but this appears insanely irresponsible. Perhaps this was the point, but I just want to ensure I'm not judging unfairly.
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Movie comment on Tortilla Flat
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I love Spencer Tracy, but this was not a good vehicle for him.Movie comment on Men in Black: International
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This movie gets a bad rap. It really isn't bad. Thompson & Hemsworth have decent chemistry, but nothing could equal Smith & Jones. It was a worthy attempt with a good cast.Movie comment on Tenet
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Overly long and overly loud.Movie comment on The Whole Town's Talking
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Unlike any other John Ford movie I've ever seen.Movie comment on The Christmas Party
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Sweet little short from MGM featuring thier most popular talent in that day. Starring Jackie Coogan with Norma Shearer, Clark Gable, Bette Davis, Lionel Barrymore (pre back injury and wheelchair), Marion Davies, Wallace Beery, Marie Dressler, Jimmy Durante, and many more adult and child actors.It's basically a Christmas Card from the studio to the audience. Good story and (obviously) excellent acting. I enjoyed it.
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This is spectacularly bad.Movie comment on Bohemian Rhapsody
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Anyone who knows me knows that I just don't cry. I have never even cried during a movie (not even E.T.).Well, we just saw Bohemian Rhapsody and I cried like I haven't cried in as long as I can remember. The memory of the first time I ever heard a Queen song (We Will Rock You/We Are The Champions) and the impact it made on me. The originality and largesse of Live AID. The magnitude and gravity of AIDS in the 80s. The power and magnificence that was the majesty of Freddy Mercury.
No. Purists will never be pleased. Honestly, if you want complete accuracy and every detail shown, there are several terrific documentaries that are available for streaming. For the rest of us, their is Bohemian Rhapsody.
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The music made me think of the soundtrack played for silent movies.Movie comment on Crashing the Movies
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Mostly a short regarding daredevils, I guess that poking fun at large women was modus operandi in those days. That scene was totally out of place in this silly old picture.Movie comment on The Beach of Nazaré
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Interesting view of a time long past.Movie comment on The Flight of the Phoenix
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Overly long and drawn out, but it has some fantastic acting by Jimmy Stewart (at his mean and stodgy best). Best performances are from Sir Richard Attenborough, Ernest Borgnine, and Hardy Krüger.I have a question, though. Someone help me understand how
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Why did I watch this crap movie? Oh yeah. Eion Bailey.Movie comment on Brave Little Tailor
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I guess the giant never wakes up...Movie comment on The Dolly Sisters
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Silly little frollick, but those with modern sensibilities be warned that there is a routine done in black face (as was common at the time). I'd like to say that it was done with good taste, but alas...Movie comment on Above the Sea
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Just a fantastic short. You really don't know what's going to happen. I highly recommend seeking it out.Movie comment on Dnevnoy dozor
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Even though I never saw Night Watch (which I hope to soon see), I enjoyed this film immensely. I just wish that I had seen it subtitled instead of dubbed.Movie comment on Let's Dance
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An interesting, and sometimes psychedelic, study of dance for film. The short features Dave Gould, Adaggio Dancers, Russian knife dancing, with a lot of slow motion to show the intricacy in each dance. Of course, it wouldn't be a golden age flick without casual racism and fat shaming.Movie comment on Hereafter
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Not a bad movie, but not great either. Jay Morh's character is probably the worst and most selfish brother I've seen on screen. What line of work is he supposed to be in anyway?Movie comment on The Winning of Barbara Worth
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Gary Cooper nearly steals the film away from Ronald Colman and Vilma Bánky in his debut as a film lead. That was no small feat at the time and a sign of what was to come from Cooper.Very good silent film that mirrors a true event in Salton Basin/Lake, California.
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The chemistry between Julia Roberts and George Clooney is always a win for me. Good escapist entertainment. It's not a fantastic movie, but it is a good film.Movie comment on Les saveurs du Palais
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The English title is Haute Cuisine.Charming film.
Movie comment on There's No Business Like Show Business
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This is definitely Ethel Merman's movie. Donald O'Connor and Mitzi Gaynor are terrific, but Dan Dailey seems to be just going through the motions. I don't think they put much work into the syncing.Movie comment on Gold Diggers of 1933
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A lovely film with great musical numbers. Aline MacMahon is a real pip.Warner and Zanuck were correct (for once) when they moved Forgotten Man to the end. What an amazing, moving, and beautifully shot sequence. Etta Moten was a revelation. A fantastic tribute to the circumstances that WW1 vets found themselves in during The Depression. They were showing the effects of PTSD before anyone knew what it was.
I watch this every time it's on TCM and highly recommend it to everyone.
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Was it common in the 40s for people to think that a 5 year old is old enough to be left at home alone for several hours? I certainly know that things were different back then, but this appears insanely irresponsible. Perhaps this was the point, but I just want to ensure I'm not judging unfairly.