MissGoddess
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Everyone: What are some film roles, or characters/historical figures you would like to have seen him play?
I know it may sound off-the-wall but I have always thought he would have been just as effective as Hank Fonda in YOUNG MR. LINCOLN, perhaps more so because he had that unique sweetness which people say characterized Lincoln. Henry's voice was more like Abe's, though.
And as much as I deeply admire Alan Ladd's work in SHANE, I can't help but be enthused by the idea of Cooper in it.
Anyone else have their own ideas?
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You just reminded me I have to look for DISTANT DRUMS---I've never seen that one either.
MAN OF THE WEST is a fascinating film and probably his most graphically violent. However, the extreme tenderness in his behavior toward Julie London's character (a very good, underrated actress, by the way) is beautiful to behold. What I find particularly exceptional about that aspect of his performance is it is about the only instance of such gentleness in virtually all of Mann's films. And I bet your boots that is entirely because of Gary and who he was as an actor.
Miss G
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I can't wait to see this new dvd---it literally will be like seeing it for the first time. And I really want it to add to my collection of my favorite Ava movies (BAREFOOT CONTESSA, SNOWS, PANDORA & THE FLYING DUTCHMAN, RIDE, VAQUERO!, THE HUCKSTERS, TEXAS, BHOWANI JUNCTION, THE SUN ALSO RISES and MOGAMBO).
Miss G
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I would have happily volunteered to be his WATER GIRL.
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Hi Angie----Ayn Rand's philosophy is the basis of The Fountainhead, and she used the story simply to convey her ideas, which is why it is so creaky. I don't believe in the absolute selfishness theory either, but in spite of its flaws I do admire Vidor's vigorous and expressionistic style of direction. And I have always liked "serious" Gary most of all in the body of his work, over his comedies---he is so potent and charismatic when he gets slightly stern that I really go kookoo over it! Lol!! That bedroom scene and the one in the quarry you mentioned are my two favorites.
It would be interesting to see what Stanwyck might have done with it, though she was really too old to play a virgin.
However, it was she who campaigned for this movie and it was one of the big disappointments of her career when she lost the part to Pat. Interestingly, and I'm sure you recall it from reading his bio, Gary enigmatically commented that it was only after seeing his performance of the courtroom scene that he realized what he should have done differently with the part of Roark. I have always been burning with curiosity just exactly what it was he would have changed.
It's also of interest that he was secure enough in himself to play men whose ideals and values were not necessarily his own---though he was too decent to play rats. For which I am profoundly grateful.
Miss G
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That is so cool, Coopsgirl! I love looking at those gorgeous old fan magazines (and other periodicals of the day). The hand-tinted photos and illustrations were so beautifully executed. I may just order one myself! Thanks so much for posting that link.
Miss G
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> Gary Cooper would have been great in it but I wonder
> if he was really eager to spend months in the desert
> shooting this movie!
You never know, he was mad for nature and I think the vastness and beauty of that part of the world would have enthralled him. However, realistically, he might have been too old for the part at that point in time.
Miss G
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Lol! Sorry to be so mysterious but it's my own secret...however here is a hint---use white wine vinegar and a dash of herbs de provence, and you can't go wrong.
I'll just have to have all of the TCM Forum members over for a spread one day, while we watch La Dietrich and other favorites (e.g., Gary Cooper).
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Don't remember if there was strudel, but I recall her recipe for German potato salad. I think my own is just as good.
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The "snooze"?? Lol! But thanks for the clarification on Herrmann.
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I really can understand the appeal of Lawrence---it's a magnificently crafted film and all the cast are first rate actors (and I love Omar Sharif), but the lack of a love story truthfully bores me.
Now, I just wonder if I'd feel the same if Gary Cooper had played T.E.
Miss G
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I don't think I've seen CAPTAINS OF THE CLOUDS but DIVE BOMBER is excellent.
Miss G
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Ben: I have never seen Hurry, Sundown, but will add it to my "list".
Cinemascope: What did you think of Whirlpool?
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It's a coincidence to find this thread when only last night a friend, watching the Gene Kelly movies last night with me, asked why did the colors look so much better back then than today---when everything is supposed to be better than ever in filmmaking?
I learned a little about it in my brief film studies but only remembered there was a cost consideration. I've learned a lot more in this thread today.
Miss G
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I remember reading her "ABC" book a long time ago and writing down some of her recipes, which are similar to some my Mother makes. I will have to find that book again.
Miss G
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I will declare that I will NEVER get used to temps below 70 no matter how long I have to suffer thru living in the Nor'East. I can't wait for the day I finally move to some divinely warm climate. I'm taking a trip to South America, near the Equator soon and it just can't be hot enough for me! B-)
Thanks a bunch for that synopsis of "IT", because I never actually knew before what it was all about. You make me want to look for the Milestone version, pronto!
I confess I love 'Cinerella' stories so this is right up my alley.
I tell people my tastes run "cheap" because I adore melodramas, romantic comedies or anything with a boy/girl angle, no matter how trite---and I hate to watch movies with no really interesting "love angle" to them. I have no apologies, I just acknowledge that its my cheap taste, ha ha!! I'll take a movie like "IT" over Lawrence of Arabia most days.
After all, what is more important than love?
Miss G
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When I first was informed (on this site) of that Universal France collection my jaw dropped to the floor and that's when I determined to get an all-region player no matter what!
I love La Dietrich, and my favorites with her are:
MOROCCO
SHANGHAI EXPRESS (love, love, love these two early Von Sternberg films)
DESIRE
ANGEL (I'm among those who love this film---and agree it is Lubitsch at his most subtle and adult)
MANPOWER (I love this film----it contains more of that sarcastic WB slang than almost all of the Warners' films put together!)
I also enjoy her three films with John Wayne.
I have always longed to see La D with Spencer Tracy in a movie for just the two of them. They had such magnificent scenes together in Judgement at Nuremburg that I felt here was a lost opportunity.
Being German myself, she feels like kin t me---I identify with her half glamorous, half house-frau persona.
Miss G
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Hi BHF---I was just curious what you thought of last night's Gene Kelly documentary?? I thought it was very good and I'm sure everyone enjoyed the parts with Fred.
Miss G
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I still have hopes Beau Sabreur may turn up one day, like some other rarities have in people's attics, basements, old storage boxes, etc..
Wasn't 10 North touching? My heart aches thinking of his poignant final moments. And you have made my mouth simply water with your descriptions of The Hanging Tree....I'm dying to see this movie, finally. Hopefully I will have my all-region player by the end of next week and can do so.
From Frrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrreeeezing Manrattan,
Miss G
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Hi! That is a glorious shot from Beau Sabreur---there have been several nice stills from this movie that it makes me almost want to weep that it is "lost".
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> . There is just too much coming out<<
You said it! My bank account is going to be one big Red River!!
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His legs really seem to go on forever!
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Thank you, Coopsgirl! But I still think he needs his very own.
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> MissG I can totally understand what you're saying, it
> bothers me a lot when they show a classic movie in a
> theater and some in the audience just snicker for no
> apparent reason at things that were quite normal at
> the time the movie first came out. It's not like
> these things aren't constantly in flux, all the time.
So true, Cinemascope! But it's even worse when critics publish such things, which can influence classic movie newbies wrongly. Which goes back to what I say about the necessity of forming one's own, unique opinions!
However, it was she who campaigned for this movie and it was one of the big disappointments of her career when she lost the part to Pat.
The Tarnished Angels (1958)
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I do like Cagney and will watch out for it!