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Am I alone in missing Alec Baldwin?
Permlink Replies: 21 - Pages: 2 [ 1 2 | Next ] - Original Post: Mar 4, 2012 6:37 PM Original Post By: mzloretta

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Re: Am I alone in missing Alec Baldwin?
Posted: Dec 16, 2012 12:33 AM   in response to: mzloretta in response to: mzloretta
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Can't believe I'm saying this, but compared to now, I do miss him. I disagree with him on just about everything in life, including a lot of movie opinions (opinions mind you, he brought a lot knowledge and factual information to "The Essentials" also, which is a different thing). At least I didn't have to listen to him drivel on about how the movie "just makes me feel so joyful" ugh. I liked the give-and-take of his opinions with Mr Osborne, as he could usually back them up with pertinent information.

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Re: Am I alone in missing Alec Baldwin?
Posted: Dec 15, 2012 5:47 PM   in response to: mzloretta in response to: mzloretta
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Or, mz, it could mean it's time to update the furniture on the set -- or to change the camera angle (esp. at the end). Maybe that chair doesn't offer him enough support. Maybe moving the camera so AB doesn't have to turn his body?

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Posted: Dec 12, 2012 8:47 PM   in response to: dpompper in response to: dpompper
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Ok, dp ... that was funny. Ideal description of Mr. Baldwin. He's not the most relaxed person in the world. ;)

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Posted: Dec 11, 2012 1:52 PM   in response to: classics4all in response to: classics4all
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Well, I wouldn't say that I "miss" him, per se. I found him uncomfortable to watch. Jacket too tight? Hard to turn his neck?

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Re: Am I alone in missing Alec Baldwin?
Posted: Nov 18, 2012 8:20 AM   in response to: mzloretta in response to: mzloretta
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I miss him too. Good conversation, good reviews, good opinions. I can defniitely tune out for The Essentials with Drew.

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Re: Am I alone in missing Alec Baldwin?
Posted: Oct 27, 2012 9:15 PM   in response to: mzloretta in response to: mzloretta
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I miss Baldwin. Baldwin came off as quick witted and really into movies, and without pretention. Currently the co-host can lay claim to one of those three qualities-- being really into movies. And that's something.

Still, I really miss Alec Baldwin. A smartass in the best possible way. As opposed to...

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Re: Am I alone in missing Alec Baldwin?
Posted: Oct 19, 2012 11:57 AM   in response to: mzloretta in response to: mzloretta
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I dont care for her at all, but it doesnt stop me from watching if I'm in the mood for the movie. But since her picks are mostly stuff TCM shows constantly, I rarely watch. Why do we need this show again????

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Posted: Jun 13, 2012 7:25 AM   in response to: mzloretta in response to: mzloretta
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Good Heavens NO-the repore between Alec and Robert was intelligent. Drew is ruining the Essentials- I either DVR so I can eliminate her or mute her out.

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Posted: Jun 3, 2012 1:03 AM   in response to: casablancalover in response to: casablancalover
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I like Drew Barrymore very much, but I miss Baldwin.

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Posted: Apr 20, 2012 8:24 PM   in response to: bwfilms in response to: bwfilms
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That's the other thing about Baldwin. I like the selections for the Essentials. I think Drew is doing quite well, but I miss Alec too.

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Posted: Apr 20, 2012 4:39 PM   in response to: Doublepar65 in response to: Doublepar65
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I wouldn't go as far as you, but I'm no big fan of Drew either.

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Posted: Apr 20, 2012 9:36 AM   in response to: mzloretta in response to: mzloretta
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I find Ms. Barrymore to be the very antithesis of TCM's programming mission. Her knowledge of classic cinema is limited at best. Additionally, the is virtually no chemistry between her and Robert.
The entire segment is very uncomfortable to watch.

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Re: Am I alone in missing Alec Baldwin?
Posted: Apr 5, 2012 11:27 AM   in response to: mzloretta in response to: mzloretta
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i miss Alec Balwin...i havent seen barrymore ye...i found the choices with her so far to be uninteresting...i was sorry to see him leave :( :0

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Re: Am I alone in missing Alec Baldwin?
Posted: Mar 22, 2012 9:34 AM   in response to: chameleon in response to: chameleon
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Thanks for your thoughtful responses, chamelon and helenbaby. I'm glad I'm not alone in missing Alec, but I'm glad to find out it was his decision.

I'm hoping Drew can grow into the role as co host. She has some big shoes to fill for sure, but as I've mentioned before, she also has a great film heritage that just might be dormant and kick in later. She has a good mentor with Mr. Osborne.

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Re: Am I alone in missing Alec Baldwin?
Posted: Mar 22, 2012 9:13 AM   in response to: chameleon in response to: chameleon
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chameleon wrote:You're not alone! I agree w/some of the other posters that Alec Baldwin as co-host with sometimes differing opinions from Robert Osborne's lent interest to the discussions. While Drew has enthusiasm, she's jumped into the water and seems to be in over her head at this stage. IMHO Alec was a better fit for this spot.

I wonder why he actually left and if it was his idea. (:={

Edited by: chameleon on Mar 18, 2012 9:31 AM

Baldwin talked about this on Letterman a few weeks ago and it was definitely his decision. Osborne also addressed it on the cruise and I got the impression it was a friendly parting of the ways.
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