MissGoddess

Linda's "Stella" makes *Fallen Angel* for me. I lose interest in the later part of the movie when she's not around. But everyeone is terrific, especially Bickford. He's such a fantastic actor. For so long I only knew him as the hard old rancher in *The Big Country*. Moirafinnie read some bio or interview with him where he really went to town with stories of his wild life. It made my mind reel. I heard about the twister warnings. We've actually had a couple of tornados this year, haven't we? I think there was one in the boroughs earlier this spring. What a wild and woolly year its been for weather. I'd add Dana Andrews to the list of actors who look better without the mooostash.

Oooh, I'm swooning! (that's for Movieman) P.S. Gable is cute, too.

CinemAva, after 28 ounces, stop or you'll regret it in the morning. oh! You meant the ice cream?! Jackie...the rain actually has tapered off for the moment to a light shower. It was very steady and I thought "oh oh, if it rains this hard straight through we're sure to lose power". If it remains intermittent we might skim through this.

Hello back at you, Ro! You have completely inspired me to finally revisit *Under Capricorn*. I haven't seen it in so long that I remember nothing about it, except I was underwhelmed at that time. I think now I'm ready to appreciate it much, much better. I recall a conversation we had either here or in some other Hitch discussion with a poster named konway who is a great authority on all things Hitch. He is a fan of the film and lo and behold! I find that he has uploaded the movie to YouTube! yay! Now I can watch it this weekend (at least so long as we don't lose power!). As soon as I do, I'll come back here to talk about it with you. In the mean time, I think Bronxgirl and FrankGrimes are fans of this little known Hitchcock film. Hopefully they'll join the conversation. *Under Capricorn* Part I http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gISBzNguTew

> I have gone to the store and spent $19.48 worth of provisions which include: > > > > > * Ocean Spray Cran-Strawberry > * Poland Spring Water 1 Pt. > * Lean Cuisine Sesame Chicken (I'll put it in the oven as I don't own a microwave) > * Fresh Attitude Melange Printanier Spring Mix Salad (in a container...just slap it on a plate and add Ranch Dressing) > * Haagen-Dazs Cherry Vanilla 14 Fl. oz. (Is that the same as a pint 'cuz I can eat it in one sitting) > * Bumble Bee Sardines in water > I don't have anything (soda, o.j.) to mix my alcohol with, but I guess I drank enuf last nite preparing for the storm. (My bartender makes an absolutely delicious coma-inducing lemon drop martini! :x ) > You're a real girl scout, CinemAva. I have Haagen-Dazs chocolate ice cream and vanilla frozen yogurt. They USED to be pints (16 oz) until they decided their buyers were too dumb to notice if they shaved off 2 ounces and charged the same price. I also have granola bars, and figure I'll cook something tonight in case I have no operating stove later. It's just beginning to rain lightly. I heard from molo that the storm is a bit more severe than he expected, and he's inland. So everyone, batten down dem hatches! p.s. I don't have a microwave either. We're pioneers!

I don't even know who directed the "Manon of the Spring" films...I just love the setting (Provence) which is really more than just a setting, it's what the movies are made of. The stories only did so much for me. How many versions of the story of an older man lusting for a faun-like young girl can the French make, for goodness sake! And as for *Contempt*, you can tell me what it was about because I have no idea! (this is my usual reaction to French films, though) I just felt it was sort of a satirical look at filmaking and its crowd. Frankly, I like it just for Fritz, who is a doll. So charming and urbane, so unlike how he reportedly acted on set! And if you can figure out the Greek (?) statues with their eyes painted out, I'd like to know. I'm not sure if I'd feel the "mood" of *Claire's Knee* today, ha. This was back when I appreciated just about every French movie I saw, indiscriminately. I even liked *Pauline at the Beach*.

You are *brilliant*! <sigh>

I liked *Claire's Knee* for the setting and a kind of "mood" about it. But I don't remember much about it specifically. Have you seen the "Manon" films? I think I already asked you that once before (forgive my pea brain memory).

If I may, I thought I'd share a couple of lists from someone we all know. Rohanaka, this may interest you in particular. In *1977* "The People's Almanac" contacted *John Wayne* and requested his opinion of who he felt were the best film actors and movies of all time Below are his choices, as they appeared in his letter responding to the request. John Wayne's list of Best Motion Picture Actors of All Time: 1) Spencer Tracy 2) Elizabeth Taylor 3) Kathrine (sic) Hepburn 4) Laurence Olivier 5) Lionel Barrymore *John Wayne's list of Best Motion Pictures:* 1) A Man for All Seasons 2) Gone with the Wind :x :x (kisses by MissG, not JW) 3) The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse (Bronxie, I think it probably is the silent version with your husband) 4) The Searchers 5) The Quiet Man

> {quote:title=molo14 wrote:}{quote}Yes everyone is fine. That was really unusual to say the least. I was at home and it took me a few seconds to realize what was happening. We've had them before but never that strong. The whole house was rattling and I quickly made my way upstairs to my mom's room. She was sleeping at the time. > > I was about halfway up when I heard her yelling: "Who's shaking my bed!" When I got to her room her "shot glasses of the world" collection were vibrating off the shelves. I said "I think we are having an earthquake" Then it stopped. She was pretty freaked out for a while but she's okay now. > The poor little thing! I'm so glad you and she are alright, I can't believe all this drama radiating from Virginia, for a minute I thought y'all were trying to start another war. > Hope you and everyone else fared well. I guess the big worry now is this storm. > > (I know the West Coast guys like Kyle and Lynn must think we are wimps. ) > I was in the Northridge Quake so the trembler the other day brought waves of deja vu, but no need for "****" to come searching for me through the rubble.

T-Mave, though it's been a long time since I saw it, I agree with you about STAND-IN, it's a VERY underrated comic gem and I never, ever would have thought the pairing of Howard and Blondell would be so cute or that Bogie could be so perfect in such a movie, too! I wish I had recorded it. Loved your post.

Thank you Mr ELUSIVE Mad Hat!!! Now just tell me that all this "earth shaking" left you and yours intact (P.S. Maybe it's time to houseclean the PM box)!

> {quote:title=Bronxgirl48 wrote:}{quote}I never knew Richard Boone had such a good pair of legs. He apparently lived in Hawaii at the time. Looks like they didn't have to spend for wardrobe, lol. Richard looks like he just walked out of his own house wearing the shorts. > lol. Another thing he and I have in common, I'd love to move to Hawaii. Boone strikes me as a kind of Paul Gaugin type of the movies, ha, preferring to be a beachcomber over impressing suits in the front office or going on publicity tours. > A CHILD IS WAITING is unique. Haven't seen it in some time but I'll be watching tonight. I totally understand the Marilyn/Judy connection with the character. In their own pain and raw-nerve vulnerabilities, they can reach out to young people who are challenged by life on a very basic level. It's the movie that drove Cassavetes into independent filmmaking, as Burt was a frustrated director and wanted to take over! But their styles compliment the story beautifully -- Burt's controlled, strong/tender, tough-love personality/persona meshes well with John's improvisational, cinema verite sensibilities. > Brilliantly descriptive! I do remember reading of the clashes behind the camera on this one. > I'm always moved by Paul Stewart introducing his daughter to Steven Hill. I don't remember that scene!

*1895-1926*

Poor Richard, what would Paladin say? I've always preferred Judy Garland's few forays into straight drama (no singing), especially *A Child is Waiting* which is on later today at 6:00 p.m. (EST). Judy has a role I could see, strangely enough, Marilyn Monroe playing. But then the actresses always reminded me of each other in the degree that their private demons seem to reveal themselves in their faces and expressions. Placing someone as fragile as Garland in the role of mediator for damaged kids is smart casting, too. Burt is appropriately quiet and doesn't try to take over. Strange movie, strangely affecting at times.

*Merci beaucoup*, metsie and mrs valentino!

Thank you CinemAva (and Willie).

*My Ten Favorite Foreign Language Films* (not including silents). 1. Les bijoutiers du clair de lune (1958) 2. Et Dieu crea la Femme (1956) 3. Un Homme et Une Femme (1966) 4. Rider on the Rain (1970) 5. Monsieur Vincent (1947) 6. Mississippi Mermaid (1969) 7. L'avventura (1960) 8. Belle de jour (1967) 9.A Very Private Affair (1962) 10. Contempt (1963) Edited by: MissGoddess on Aug 24, 2011 4:40 PM

Thank you so much, Ro. My favorite cake. I could eat twenty pieces right now. But I'll share.

> I typically adore Maureen, but I didn't like her in this kind of role, particularly in the second half. I thought she was in over her head. > Well, I love the movie and her in it and I thought the ending realistic in tone for the time. I also liked Fonda a lot. I've lost count how many times Fonda's been "the wrong man" and a victim of the "system".

thank you, Chris. But don't feel that way about jumping in, I wish you and others would. Right now I just don't have the energy to post in a lot of different threads.

Thanks very much. It's an embarrassing milestone to say the least! So you evidently didn't like *Let Us Live* as much as me. That's not surprising. I found it incredibly moving and I loved Maureen's ferocious tenacity.

Big Stinky can hold his liquor.

They are. Wyler is always good at highlighting characterization.

I like it, though it is very stage-bound looking. That doesn't bother me but it does some. I think all the performances are very distinct, sharply drawn and unique. Each character is very different...different backgrounds, points of view, ages, status...all come together very dramatically. Claire is especially good.