Thanks, Shalot, it was "Candy" and I thought it was a pretty good film. It made me so sad to think of when he actually died of a drug overdose.Originally Posted by Shalot
Thanks, Shalot, it was "Candy" and I thought it was a pretty good film. It made me so sad to think of when he actually died of a drug overdose.
"It's so mysterious, the land of tears."
Chapter 7, The Little Prince ~ Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
House of Sand and Fog
It's so (Greekly) tragic, that I had to watch Troy, right after it, so as to recover sanity.
A good movie, tecnically speaking, but unbearable, to those who can't stand heavy stuff (a bit like Saving private Ryan ..., only, not in a war.)
Impartially, I'd say ... a B+ or an A-
If I were a Greek tragodian, I'd say A, or A+ ...
Troy
Since I found out that Briseis wasn't a virgin, but a widow, it can't have a 10 ...
It's about a 7/10 ("B-"?)
I can't forgive these insistent "little changes" they keep making ...
A good movie, anyway. I'll keep watching every week, I suppose. And reread the Illiad because of it.
librarius, I saw this movie a few years back and liked it a lot; it is really sad and tragic though. You said it! I would assess it as you did. It was very well done; but of course it is not enjoyable - very heavy film.House of Sand and Fog
It's so (Greekly) tragic, that I had to watch Troy, right after it, so as to recover sanity.
A good movie, tecnically speaking, but unbearable, to those who can't stand heavy stuff (a bit like Saving private Ryan ..., only, not in a war.)
Impartially, I'd say ... a B+ or an A-
If I were a Greek tragodian, I'd say A, or A+ ...
Chapter 7, The Little Prince ~ Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
The More the Merrier
9.5/10
A very enjoyable 1940's comedy that stars Jean Arthur, Charles Coburn and the great Joel McCrea. I would give it a higher mark, but I have this thing against Jean Arthur. She just irritates me. I would've preferred another actress to be the lead, but oh well!
For Heaven's Sake
9/10
A very nice little silent film starring Harold Lloyd.
W. 9/10
I expected to hate this movie, but I was pleasantly surprised. Josh Brolin did an excellent job of portraying George W. Bush with his mannerisms and all. Also, I never really gave much thought to what drove or motivated our last president to make the choices he made and I don't know how close to the truth this story gets, but it was certainly an interesting way to look at his presidency.
"...if you weren't smart enough to get a pedophile in a dress to put a small amount of water on the child’s forehead, then what the eff did you think was going to happen?
Yes Man. 9/10.
Whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right.
"Entre les murs" - great movie.
the main idea with the books is that there are too many not worthy to be read.
Dinner at Eight
9/10
I don't know why this film always seems to be advertised as a comedy because it really isn't. It is much more a drama with some comedy added in. Anyway, the movie is worth a watch just for Wallace Beery's and John Barrymore's performances.
Let the right one in. 10/10
Hands down one of the best movies I have ever seen
I am back............................
Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony
a must see..
Interviews, archival footage, and filmed performances highlight the role of music in the South African struggle against apartheid.
Our Mutual Friend ~ The 6 hour BBC miniseries
Great cast of colorful characters; wonderful acting and amazing realism; almost too stark and also very dismal and dark at times. If you like Gothic, you will enjoy this film. The atmosphere is often very Gothic in aspect. I especially loved the lead, Steven Machintosh. He has long been a favorite of mine. He did a fine job in this series, with such a quiet nunanced restrained, but emotional performance. Anna Friel was very good, as well; she is the young woman who believes she wants for nothing in this world but money. I particularly liked the performance of Keeley Hawes. I just saw her in the Hardy adaptation of "Under the Greenwood Tree" a few weeks ago. She is very beautiful, I think.
Has anyone seen this film? I think I need to re-watch it, even though that would take considerable time, being such a long film. I think I would gain a better understanding of some of the details, which took place in the first part, of this complicated plot; the plot, by the way, has many twists and turns and keeps you guessing all the time. Some parts I found a little confusing and can be slow-going at times; but stick with it; you would not regret it. I would love to discuss this with someone, who has either read the Charles Dicken's novel (his last) or has seen the production, or both. Definitely, a very interesting novel and movie! I would give this fine production a 9/10.
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Chapter 7, The Little Prince ~ Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
The Seven Samurai
Whoa!
Wow!
Unable to rate it. It's above rating systems.~
My House in Umbria ~ beautifully filmed and set in the Italian countryside, great acting, Maggie Smith was wonderful as always. Heartfelt story with a great supporting cast. I love Chris Cooper, as well; he always turns in a nuanced and convincing performance. Very enjoyable and very touching. A lovely and sweet film. 9/10
Chapter 7, The Little Prince ~ Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Joreads
My nephew just recommended that movie to me too. He also said it was one of the best movies he ever saw. Now I really want to see it.
"What is this life if, full of care, we have no time to stand and stare." W.H. Davies
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