CoopsGal

*So what kind of noirs are you interested in seeing? Do you want to see the biggest and the boldest? Do you want to see ones with a femme fatale?* I love films that dig deep -- with a lot of twists and turns; characters who have a darn good reason for being so hateful and give meaning to their actions; a script with spiteful comebacks, a razor-blade tongue and a passion -- maybe an obsession -- that drives them to the brink of madness. I hate psychotic films, where the character goes mental and just starts screaming for no reason other than it being written into the script. I didn't care for that in *They Drive by Night*, it's too stressful (especially on the ears). I like a film with attitude, a unqiuely sinister plot and a myserious background, hiding aspects of the film, only releasing to the audience pieces at a time until it comes full frame and hits you like a brick wall. Powerful, bold and sharp. *How many of the films on ChiO's list have you seen? I know you watched The Woman in the Window. Any others?* I listed a few, in my previous reply. I hope I'll be able to find at least a couple clips on YouTube. *No need to be ashamed of not seeing certain titles. Be honest with us. Keep in mind, I have never seen some of the biggest titles in cinema history like Gone with the Wind.* YOU haven't seen *Gone with the Wind* and you got upset with ME for not seeing *It Happened One Night* ?! ...We'll have a talk about this, Frank. This isn't the end as far as I'm concerned...

*Not all are necessarily among my favorites, but these are among the most acclaimed and provide a strong foundation for delving deeper into the darkened alley, the heart of darkness and "B" movies.* I like the way you think, ChiO, very smart. *Woman in the Window* is also a personal favorite of mine; I've taken a strong liking to Eddy G. these past couple months -- he's a phenomenal actor with great depth; that's always a major plus. *Scarlet Street (Lang)* Hmmm, that title sounds vaguely familiar.... *Sunset Boulevard (Wilder)* I never much cared for this one, and I never knew why. I realize now that it's because I dislike Gloria Swanson very much. I have the video, I may just have to force myself to watch it and appreciate the Noiriness the second time around. Thanks so much for the very insightful and quite uniquely written list, ChiO.

Mr. Deeds is definitely one of Capra's masterpieces in that everything is just perfect. The dialogue is snappy and everyone even down to the smallest part is perfectly cast. There isn't a single thing I would change about it and there are few movies I can honestly say that about. I absolutely love the pairing of Gary and Jean Arthur and wished they had made more than 2 films together. I couldn't have said it better myself, Angie. *Mr. Deeds goes to Town* is one of my absolute favorites. It's a wonderful film with a brilliant cast. From Gary's facial features to Cedar's putrid remarks, even to Hallor's ploy against Deeds straight from the very beginning. It's all so marvelously laid out and directed; and just like Angie said, perfect -- down to the last detail. I'm surprised it hasn't gained more recognition or populatiry from the public.

*That made me laugh out loud!!!! Don't worry Sis, Cole and I are here for ya!! But first I gotta flush some jewelry down the toilet.* Gotchya', sis; I'll be in the dance hall, slapping away Rhett Butler's grabby little hands.

Awwwww, Angie; that video was great! I think during New Year's Eve, I'll turn on all those silent films you sent me -- starting with *IT*. It'll give me an excuse to watch *The Winning of Barbara Worth*. I've been itchin' to see that for months, but never could get around to it.

*Again I'm not familiar with this Cary Cooper guy. I doubt he's any good though* Personally, I prefer Ghary Flooper. **Spins around onto the floor in a drunken stammer and obnoxiously wails for Tom**

*You drool over Grace, I'll drool over Gary and we'll call it a draw.* You can call it whatever you'd like; I think it's just plain dirty! Frank, here's a drool bucket. Angie....here's a drooling trough. Mind if I join ya', sis?

*I HAVE seen Gone with the Wind, but I didn't care much for it. Don't kill me, 'kay?* *Are you off your sister's rocker again?* Nah, she went plum insane and pitched the whole chair completely. Now it's mine to fall off whenever I darn well please; I hardly sit on it at all anymore... *Curiously, what do you or any of the other Coop fans out there think are the five biggest films in Gary's filmography. I'm not asking for your personal favorites or his most critically-acclaimed, I'm speaking of mass appeal popularity.* High Noon For Whom the Bell Tolls Sergeant York Love in the Afternoon Morocco *A Farewell to Arms* and *Mr. Deeds* could also be included, but I know that the Audrey Hepburn fans have spoken highly (and loudly) about the film *Love in the Afternoon*; and *Morocco* is quite popular due to Marlene Dietrich. I know Angie adores *Love in the Afternoon*. I haven't seen it in such a long while; but I prefer 20's/30's Gary, and she prefers 40's/50's Gary. *I've always liked you more than that Kim girl who makes homemade skirts, likes the Astros, and drinks Champoo. That girl is dreadful.* Goodness gracious, I'm so confused! I know Theresa makes homemade skirts and Angie likes the Astros.......April, do you drink that nasty bottled champoo? You should come to Minnesota, our champoo is so much healthier!

*You totally missed me and Kim duking it out to see who would keep their screen name. It got pretty ugly what with all the virtual hair pulling and biting .* I still have the scars from that afternoon. I developed a deep sense of respect for you that day; though a professional therapist wouldn't probably call it respect...more like an underlying terror that lies deep in my heart, mixed with an obligation to keep you happy, content, and comfy. ...Would you like an extra pillow, Angie?

*Ugh. What thread is this, by the way? * IT'S THE GARY COOPER THREAD, FRAAAAAAANK! **Ahem** ...

**Oohhh, fight, fight! Darnit!** You big meanie! Oooo, Angie, he's tryin' to split up the sister clan. Let's get him! *Have you ever seen Gone with the Wind? If you haven't, you REALLY should be embarrassed.* I HAVE seen Gone with the Wind, but I didn't care much for it. Don't kill me, 'kay? *I'd never associate with a person who hasn't seen either of those two films.* Frankly my dear, I don't give a damn. Tease, tease. *Am I seeing things or do you have 700 posts on this board now?* Yep! I have 700! Yip-de-doo! I would have had 1,000 but when I first came to TCM, Angie and my screennames were similiar: hers was "Coopsgirl" and mine was "Coopsgal". Neither one of us knew each other at the time, and we were constantly being mistaken for one another, so I decided to change my name. The moment I did, I lost everything, and my "register date" was reset. I joined TCM last year around December, but you'd never know it.

*I don't like It's a Wonderful Life* Angie, I.....I don't know what to say. This is the first time we've actually disagreed on something. **Gasps** I still love ya', sis *You Can't Take it With You is wonderful and it always makes me cry at the end.* I must be the only person who's never seen *It Happened One Night* I'm not much of a Gable fan, so I don't make for an attempt to view his movies on TCM; but I've heard this one is good.

It certainly is great to have you back, PKT

Angie, I can't thank you enough for all of those movies!! I'm going to watch "Three Pals" tonight, even though Gary's only a bit role. Dallas is also one of my favorite Gary westerns. I just can't help but fall into a trance, gawking at his beautiful leather jacket. Strangely, I sometimes catch myself admiring that horribly awful mad hatter outfit, too; amazed that such a hideous jacket could look so shiek and stylish. It's then, when you're finally able to break from that entracting daze, that you realize it's the man who wears the clothes -- not the clothes that wear the man.

Every time I see "Doc" scowl I just melt. Oh, now I think I'll have to watch this movie next. After I finish watching "Flipper" with my little 5-year-old charge. You chose a dolphin over Gary?

Yes! The had gorgeous voices. I would put Richard Burton's ahead of those two but that's just me. I'm so glad you mentioned him, April! I had just seen one of Richard Burton's films last week and his voice was very alluring. Though I must say I do love Ronald's a tad bit more

Thanks for The Hanging Tree clip, Kim!! That's one of my favorites, I adore "Doc Frail". Oh, I know. He's such a hunker of a man -- no doubting that

In reply to your question about thumbnails, Snorky, if you have a photobucket account then upload your photos just as you would normally; select the images desired and click "generate HTML and IMG code" at the bottom of your photobucket screen. Use the first set of HTML mumbo-jumbo: "HTML clickable thumbnails for Ebay, Livejournal, MySpace, etc. - recommended" Then voila! Although, I've found, through trial and error, that you'll need to modify the post before you send it. Erase the code. Hope that helps! If you have any more questions, don't hesitate to ask, pally.

I dont think Mr Deeds will be my cup of tea .... So far the only one I really liked was Mr Smith Goes to Washington, Its a Wonderful Life My gut feeling is the others will be 'good' but not keepers... Mr. Deeds is similiar to Mr. Smith, but Gary adds a little (all right, a lot) of flavor to the film -- so it's a toss up at this point. Keep me posted, though; it's my favorite Gary film and I'd like to hear your comments. Another great Capra movie is "Meet John Doe." I just watched that one a couple hours ago, for the umpteenth time, and it just gets better everytime. but I want to see it anyway, since I want to see the Frank Capra movies... Capra is my favorite director -- he's very unique and his story is very interesting...

I still haven't watched any Cooper movies, BUT Cloak and Dagger & Mr Deeds Comes to town are in my top 5 of the Netflix queue..if they were faster with shipping I would have seen them by now Netflix usually reaches my house within two days of my return; but during the Christmas season mail is increadibly slow... I'm sure you'll love Cloak and Dagger -- I'd also say the same for Deeds but you may not have a taste for sappy love stories, lol.

Jimmy Porter (Richard Burton) is a loud, obnoxious man, rude and rather abusive to his wife, Alison (Mary Ure). He works a mundane job with a partner, Cliff Lewis (Gary Raymond), in a candy stall. Cliff lives with Jimmy and Alison and when Jimmy leaves for work Alison confides to Cliff that she is pregnant. She is frightened of Jimmy's reaction to this news, and has not told him about the child. She visits her doctor and asks him if it is too late to do something about her pregnancy. Understanding that Alison is considering an abortion, the doctor immediately dissuades her. Alison tells Jimmy that her actress friend, Helena Charles (Claire Bloom), is coming to stay at the flat. Jimmy hates Helena. In his anger he curses Alison, wishing her the nightmare of a stillborn child to haunt her in her sleep. Helena arrives, and when she has had enough of Jimmy's bitterness toward Alison, she calls Alison's father, Colonel Redfern (Glen Byam Shaw), to ask him to come for his daughter. Alison says this time she will go with him. Helena stays in the flat with Jimmy and Cliff. After Alison has gone to live with her father, Helena tells Jimmy that Alison is going to have a baby. Jimmy says he doesn't care if it has two heads; he has just returned from visiting his mother, who is dying. When he calls Helena an evil-minded virgin, she slaps him. Then they kiss and make love, locking Cliff from the flat. At the candy stall, Cliff tells Jimmy that he has decided to leave. He wants something better. Jimmy has decided to get out of the candy business, too. This film was both horribly awful and terribly great at the same time. Wouldn't be counted among my top favorites, or even a favorite at all, but it was, no doubt, different from anything I've ever seen. I'm surprised this wasn't a horror film -- Richard Burton played the part TOO well.

Mrs. Nikola Tesla. The scientists wife?! The man was smart, but if he married anything that looks like that he should have his sanity checked.

Judging by the size of his ears, I'd say Prince Charles. If we're judging by the size of his ears, I would have said Clark Gable. This picture is from THE PLAYHOUSE (1921) where Keaton plays all the roles, even the audience member who says: "This fellow Keaton seems to be the whole show!" He portrayed nine members of a minstrel show, the conductor of the orchestra, every member of the orchestra, the actors, the dancers, the stagehands, the minstrels, and every member of the audience, male and female. He may look like a monkey, but he didn't think like one. Well, only when he was drunk