Tikisoo
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Great thread with great examples!
No one has mentioned Maria Ouspenskaya. In many films, she's in a few quick scenes but always makes a huge impact.
In 1939's THE RAINS CAME
And what about powerhouse Thelma Ritter in MIRACLE ON 34th St as the shopper?
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Very likable character, a standout. A lady of great talent, she will be missed.
Rest In Peace, you did a great job while here.
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17 hours ago, spence said:
There is a hilarious yet true by all accounts HOLLYWOOD true story involving the 2 legendary actors
We all know the tired old story.
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18 hours ago, speedracer5 said:
I have seen this movie before, but I don't remember anything about it except for Ronald Reagan's legs
Haha, I hadn't seen Kings Row in awhile and only once which is why I revisited it. Looking at the DVD cover I muttered, "I hope this isn't the one about Reagan's legs" because that's all I remembered too!
I did get a lot more from this second viewing- especially enjoyed the beautiful (JW Howe) photography.
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17 hours ago, speedracer5 said:
I loved Maria Ouspenskaya in Love Affair. She's also great in Dance, Girl, Dance. I see that she's in Dodsworth.
Ouspensyaya's role in KINGS ROW is definitely my favorite of all.
Maria Ouspenskyaya is a dead ringer for my Hungarian great grandmother whom I only know from stories & photos. In Kings Row it seems she has more than usual screen time and isn't playing an over-the-top character. Ouspenskaya in this role "fleshes out" my Great Grandma Szerbin from frail old lady to pistol.
(although these too could be pictures of my ancestors)
Great Grandma was related to Bela Lugosi.
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I get bored with Too Much Too Soon once Errol leaves the story in the second half. That says something about his star power even as an older, tired actor.
I'm also offended by the early quote in this thread by Olivia DeHavilland saying "poor Errol, so sad" about his appearance. While alcohol/drug use can accelerate aging, I think most of the changes in his face were pretty normal. Genetics, smoking & sun exposure are definitely additional factors at play here.
The typical way a face ages even for those who take decent care of themselves: Extra flesh starts to sag & droop around the chin. Eyes appear smaller but most notable is the lips get thinner, the mouth widens and turns downward in the corners.
An example of Joan Bennett in her 20's & thirty years later (lighting sure makes a difference too!)
I realize not a perfect example because she's scowling. Most likely she's wearing a "chin/neck lift" appliance in pic 2, but it's still a good example of what we call the typical "Relaxed B Face" most are familiar with (and some of us have!)
With Errol having such a sweet, girlish face in his 20's, any aging is going to be startling & disheartening to see. None of us stay young & pretty forever.
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5 hours ago, TikiSoo said:
I got a lot more from this movie re-watching it. It was definitely a sordid melodrama.
Is this what some people call "soapers"? Because they are like themed like soaps?
While I enjoy the occasional THE WOMEN, MILDRED PIERCE, THE BAD & THE BEAUTIFUL ilk, 2 hours is my limit.
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On 2/13/2020 at 5:08 PM, speedracer5 said:
This weird, awkward conversation between mother and daughter always makes me laugh.
Oh my Mother said the same thing to me-good thing I followed that advice & got marriage & divorce out of the way while young, haha.
I just finished watching KINGS ROW (library is sending Peyton Place next) and found several melodramatic places that made me LOL. The scene where Parris is digesting the tragedy is scripted & edited just like the "Dr Scott/Brad/Janet/Rocky/Ugh" sequence in Rocky Horror: "Oh What happened? WHY did he do it? Why did SHE do it? What will I do?" Ugh.
I got a lot more from this movie re-watching it. It was definitely a sordid melodrama. I agree Ann Sheridan is great in this, I think most likely her best role. I also really liked Reagan and well really it's superb acted by all. Surprised to see Claude Rains- he's uncredited on the DVD cover, as is fave Judith Anderson.
Thankfully, I did not sense the incest angle you all speak of.
I also requested my library sends me a copy of ISN'T SHE GREAT? I like Bette Midler & Nathan Lane a lot-I see nothing ominous from the trailer, looks fun. Thanks!
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On 2/13/2020 at 8:27 PM, David Guercio said:
I’ve got a few requests.
China 1943.
Secret Of The Incas 1954.
King Soloman’s Mines 1950.
The Naked Jungle 1954 and
Gunga Din 1939.
While loving TCM, I realize they can't do everything.
King Solomon's Mines & Gunga Din are shown often, it's just a matter of waiting. If the other movies you want to see aren't available on TCM, you could be proactive and try your library or source a rare DVD dealer.
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54 minutes ago, sewhite2000 said:
But I'm going to put my head down and now and just try to plow through it.
It may be easier for you to keep up with your "review" posts if you keep them shorter & less detailed. While the above post is very impressive, realize many of us have already seen these classics and are familiar with the actors, studios, directors, etc. I'm more intrigued hearing a poster's impressions of a movie, rather than a synopsis.
55 minutes ago, sewhite2000 said:The part doesn't require any real emoting, but a lot of delivery of principle as if it was the word of God or Lincoln or somebody.
LOL!
1 hour ago, sewhite2000 said:The other characters seem to primarily exist to show various weaknesses in contrast to all of Roark's strengths:
Perfectly stated!
Thanks for your thoughtful review!
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This comment is not intended to be mean. I just saw a photo of Lou Reed that reminded me of Boris Karloff:
While not dead ringers for each other -Lou's face isn't quite as thin as Karloff's- their faces have the same proportions & shaped features.
Karloff's personal elegance & charm make him come across more handsome than he is.
Lou Reed, not so much.
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I saw the Star Trek episode Assignment: Earth last night, which includes an adorable very young Teri Garr:
and realized she reminded me of an adorable very young Shirley MacLaine:
Both have that "gamine" look.
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22 hours ago, Det Jim McLeod said:
Ann Revere won an Oscar as Taylor's loving mother. Her best scene is a touching one where she talks about her past dreams and encourages daughter Taylor to follow hers.
That scene always makes me cry. I think the message of things come in their own time is a valuable one.
22 hours ago, Bethluvsfilms said:I have to say he was very convincing as Mi Taylor, the young lad at first anxious to make an easy buck through theft, but he comes to care for Velvet and the rest of the Brown family
I agree Mickey Rooney was born to play that redemption role-he looks right and acts so tough, but happy that someone recognizes his talent.
I absolutely love this clip:
Amazing. I would never gallop a horse in the open like that-especially without a helmet!
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12 hours ago, Dargo said:
I just couldn't resist
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I don't think TCM has ever shown SECRET OF THE INCAS '54.
(A favorite movie because of the appearance of Yma Sumac)
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15 hours ago, speedracer5 said:
Has anyone read Ayn Rand's book The Fountainhead ?
Ugh I read it. It was long, rambling and preachy.
My biggest issue was Roarke's inability to make the customer happy with his design. We all have clients that want something particular...it's your job as an artist to design something that is fully functional & satisfies the customer while maintaining your personal philosophy. Man up! Believe me, even a restoration artist faces artistic/philosophical challenges with every assignment.
A man I had just started dating bought me The Fountainhead and said, "This book reflects my life philosophy". I should have broken up with him then.
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On 2/7/2020 at 2:49 PM, Roy Cronin said:
Interesting article, and of course everyone has his/her own opinion about these things. I agree on some, disagree on others.
One thing that bothered me a bit is the author mentioning numerous times that now some winning films seem dated or "didn't hold up" so therefore didn't deserve to win. But at the time they are voting, I doubt many Academy members consider that as a factor: will this film seem too dated 20, 30, 40 years from now? At the time, they probably seemed particularly relevant.
Sorry, I disagree.
I often think a movie will become "dated" as I'm watching it. The one that pops in my head first is Aladdin '92. When I heard the Genie's ramblings my first thought was, "who's going to know this reference in a decade?" While I love Robin Williams comedic genius, I thought it had no place in a kid's Disney cartoon-I much prefer Disney "classics".
And what makes a film a "classic"? A story that touches people of all ages & cultures over a long period of time. That is not opinion or taste, but referring to mainstream, majority.
Many of the films mentioned here "hold up" very well, even predict future mores like NETWORK. Maybe some of the films were voted best picture because they were trail-blazers in technique, something you may not realize in retrospect.
And all of you regulars on this board know my disdain for Tom Hanks. He can't act. (from people I know who worked with him on set) Maybe he just needs strong direction or great script to come across on film.
I hated Gump, barely got through it. Of course you know what you'll get from a box of chocolates - A CHOCOLATE CANDY!
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Yes, those look like mature trees that have had all their branches cut at the trunk (common term; bobbed or banged) and have had new branch growth afterward. I did not know this was traditionally done for forest growth, only for ornamental trees like these cherrys:
The things you learn from classic movies!
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12 hours ago, Hibi said:
Interesting....ever since I first saw Alexis Smith in THE HORN BLOWS AT MIDNIGHT as a kid, I had a thing for her. You could tell she was tall, and had beautiful red hair even in b&w...there is just something natural, yet elegant about her. "Alexis" was even my first choice of name if I had a girl (I didn't)
Funny, reading her bio on Wiki, she was brought up in LA but wasn't "discovered" by the studios until college. Also on wiki:
Smith was born in Penticton, British Columbia to Gladys Mabel Fitz-Simmons (a Canadian) and Alexander Smith (a Scot).
OK, so my terminology has yet again been corrected.
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I wasn't sure the proper place to post this-sorry if this is a faux pas:
I just saw this great short piece on CBS Sunday Morning about vintage Hollywood back drop paintings:
Any one of us classic film fans could ID those paintings in a second-esp the Singin In The Rain one!
I am so glad JC Backings is still a viable family owned business.
I absolutely prefer paintings to photos-the human eye "sees" a certain way and paintings just work better on film. Bright lit photos are too crisp and hard, seeming one dimensional. Although I was impressed with the modern day/night picture.
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On 9/6/2019 at 11:09 AM, CinemaInternational said:
I remember there was talk years ago that they wanted Sandra Bullock was wanted to play Grace, but given that they look nothing alike other than the dark hair, it would require an Academy-award level makeup job......
Why? Where is it a requirement someone can't portray a person without a strong resemblance? It's called ACTING. Oh, you're talking about Sandra Bullock....(jk-sure she'd do a fine job)
I haven't seen KINGS ROW in a decade...don't know if I've ever seen Peyton Place, now I'm intrigued. Time to stop in the li-berry! Thanks!
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On 2/8/2020 at 9:06 AM, TomJH said:
Cooper's character, McGregor, is identified as Scotch Canadian
Scotch is a delicious drink, the people are Scottish.🤷♂️
Miss Wonderly said: There is such a thing as sincere "homage"
Beautifully & clearly explained in your post.
While I very much enjoy Woody Allen's nod to films that influenced him, I absolutely hate when a movie inserts old movie quotes or scenes just to get a "laugh". I see this most often in kids movies, whom have never seen the original movie (like Casablanca) Presumably, these cheap shots are put in as a joke for the parents, but they only know the "line", usually not the movie or it's context.
How often do you hear someone yell, "Stella!" or "This is the beginning of a beautiful friendship" or "You're tearing me apart!" inappropriately?
I was once horrified by a 12 year old girl who when offered a gift, said; "I've always depended on the kindness of strangers" and had to explain the context of the quote to the parent. Oy!
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12 hours ago, Mr. Gorman said:
That's a Universal Picture so I'm not surprised TCM didn't get it for Kirk's tribute.
Yeah, because all TCM has to do is buy the DVD on demand. (sarcasm) Universal is pretty tight with some of their titles.
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There's also pin up girl photos on the "employee" side of the pillars in Bailey Savings & Loan in IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE that cannot be seen by patrons.
Welcome to the boards Cathy!
Performances of Limited Screen Time That Still Have A Jolting Impact
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Would that be Patsy Kelly?
I love ROSEMARY'S BABY- the slow intense build up and confusion. I also think the acting is superb. It was several years before I realized that charactor is my beloved wisecracking Patsy Kelly from those early Roach shorts with Thelma Todd:
It totally makes sense. Kelly lived in NYC at the time and Rosemary's Baby was filmed in NY.