rohanaka
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Ok--I can't resist this--and it will lose something on screen because you can't hear me say it in a "baby talk" voice....
He can't stand up! He's just a wittle baby!! :-)
(This is getting a little ridiculous!)
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You stole mine!!! Grrr... I may never speak to you again...
Aww, I gotta speak to ya
I would say great minds think alike...but considering the subject matter...maybe I ougta go with "warped minds" instead! :-)
I think I posted this already on the favorite quote thread... but it bears repeating...
"Insanity runs in my family...it practically gallops!" :-)
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All time favorite for this subject would have to be Arsenic and Old Lace. (Whatever you do--don't even SIT in that window seat---let alone look inside!!) I love how Cary Grant just came unglued (and stayed that way) when he found out how the body got there....and that there were more to be found in down in 'Panama". :-)
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This could turn into one of those Anastacia kind of things..."No--I'm the REAL Robert William Pedro" :-)
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Frozen Lemonade!! I am so jealous. I have probably gone to Burger King for frozen lemonade Icees at least a dozen more times since I made my first post on here way back when ( a month or so) and definitely would classify myself as a full-fledged addict. But I haven't had any now for almost two weeks and I think I am have withdrawl pains!! Maybe can sneak out in the evening after the kid and hubby are asleep and hit the BK drive thru...but that would not be very fair to them now would it??? :-)
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Hey Jack Favell! I kinda hate to bust up this party abut Spencer Tracy et al with talk about the Coen's :-) but I thought this was a better spot to make the rest of my comments to you about Fargo than the quote thread. (So forgive me folks, for barging in here)
I think Fargo has a lot of excellent moments in it. I saw it at the theater when it first came out way back in the 90?s and thought it was a really great example of how deep a person can sink when he starts to crave a little money. (and also how many people get affected by one person?s selfishness....I tried to count the death toll one day and gave up at 8--might be off by one or two) But haven't seen it undedited since it first came out--I can only stand to watch now on regular TV because unedited it is way too violent and has too many F-words flying around-not to mention a few racy parts I ?d just as soon forget) But having said all that--it is also probably my favorite role for Frances McDormand. I was glad she won her Oscar. I still remember the acceptance speech she gave-and I don't think I can say that about too many others--but she was talking about how great it was as an actress to play such a character and have the opportunity to work in independent films.
I also though William H. Macy and Steve Buscemi (not sure on my spelling) were terrific too.
But I think this movie would only have been so-so if it had not been for her. She was spot on with Marge's character. The way they mixed the stereotypes in with the story (yah sure...you betcha) are typical Coen Bros. And she works with it and also makes it work for her--(does that make sense?)
My favorite scenes are the ones she has with William H. Macy. I love when he tells her that all the vehicles are accounted for and she keeps after him about it. ? Are ya sure? 'Cause I mean, how do you know??
And then Macy?s character just gets all flustered ?Ma'am, I answered your question!? And then he says something like ? I?m cooperating here?
My husband is forever saying that to me when I ask him something. (I think I told you it seems like we are always quoting some kind of line from some movie around here.) Then I always answer him back...."just don?t flee the interview? :-)
I wonder how many bazillion pounds she gained making this film because she is eating something in just about every other scene!! But it is part of the charm that makes her character so great. And I love how she consoles her husband about his stamps by telling him that it's better he was only chosen for a 2 cent-er( or was it a 3 cent-er?) because people will get to use them more when the postal rates change. It's kind of like she's this sweet, lovable, great big pregnant woman who's a cross between Andy Griffith and Columbo. And somehow it all works to make a really terrific character.
Ok--enough rambling about Margie--thanks for letting me share! :-)
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that's the best scene in Fargo
I don't know Jack...there were some other great moments too. But it certainly is a good way for her to wrap up her case. Marge Gunderson was not you typical hero. But she was a great character--I will post more comments about this for you over in Movie Rambles--don't want to tie up this quote thread with a big long post.
But here's probably my favorite line:
Marge: ?Oh for Pete's sake, he's fleeing the interview! He's fleeing the interview!?
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On Golden Pond
Man From Snowy River or Bridge on the River Kwai
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I can see Reba as Nellie--at least a lot better than I can picture Glenn Close anyway. I guess I am just stuck in my mind with Mitzi Gaynor because I automatically think of her whenever I think of this film. Kinda like trying to picture anyone but Julie Andrews and the Sound of Music...I can't quite do it.
PS--Miss M--I was thinking about what you said about Doris and the rumors--If it's true, that must be one of those "What If"...moments for her I am sure. :-)
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(I like "Pacifique Sud"!) :-) Wow-- Harry Connick Jr....well at least HE can sing--don't know if she can or not. Even if she can, I just can't quite picture her running around singing "I'm gonna wash that man right outta my hair" and "A Hundred and one pounds of fun..." ( I think that's how that song goes...) :-)
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Everytime I hear any quotes about money, I always think of this:
There's more to life than a little money, you know. Don'tcha know that? And here ya are, and it's a beautiful day. "Marge" from Fargo (Spoken more like a mom scolding a child rather than a member of law enforcement hauling away a dangerous multiple murderer.) :-)
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Is the original post the movie where the man commits suicide so the woman does too? Then they end up on a ship and one will go back to earth and one will move on?????
Audge 67--That's not what the original poster was thinking of...at least from what I've read here anyway---but in case you were wondering, I think the film _you_ are describing is Between Two Worlds(1944) Edmund Gwynne plays the ship's steward, I believe.
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Hey Miss M!! I was thinking about South Pacific today when I looked back in to see if you had posted anything new....Got any good pics from that one??? Even if it's Mitzi instead of Doris--this is a wonderful film. Didn't they remake this recently with Glenn Close?? I can't picture that at all. Was it still a musical??
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I'd like to see that earlier version myself
I wish I could remember it better... I am getting very fogeyish in my old age....whatever you do, If you want to see it, don't look on the info site here and read the synopsis, because it will tell you how it ends...and the ending is very different. ( I do at least remember that much) :-)
I agree Duke was great with that little baby. They all three were--very heartwarming and endearing. I love the part where they are reading in the book about the baby's "toilette" and they decide to grease him up with the wagon grease. That little "Robert William Pedro" looked like he loved every minute of it! :-)
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Thanks for posting the Duke pics Miss G! I haven't seen the top one, but I LOVE the Three Godfathers. There are so many things I like about this film...the repentance angle is probably my favorite aspect... but I just love how the whole story plays out. I saw a much older version of this a while back (it might even have been a silent, but I can't recall) the ending is different too if I memory serves...but anyway...I wish it was Christmas time right now, because it seems like you only get to see this film right about then. (Next time it's on, I hope to get it taped---then I can have Christmas in July if I want! :-)
Ok--after I posted this I got curious--I went searching on here-and the older version is a black and white-but not a silent film..and IT is scheduled to aire on here on July 25th (at 6AM ugh!--that's 5am for me) The one I would rather see--with John Wayne...not currently scheduled....boo hoo. :-)
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Thanks Nightwalker, for the post. I checked out *Deluge* on TCM's info site and it sounds very "futuristic" for a movie made way back in the 30's. Films about world wide devastation and its resulting mayhem are a dime a dozen now days, but back then this would have been a lot more "original" of a concept for a movie. I'd be interested in watching this to see how the story plays out as much as for the big "miniature" flood scene you mentioned. According to what I read, it is not scheduled on TCM at present, but maybe I will come across it sometime. Will keep my eyes open.
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I agree. Miniatures give filmmakers the chance to tell their story anywhere (and in any point in time) without having to actually "be there". I think this sort of technique is one that has stood the test of time too, because despite all the computer technology we have, a lot of films still rely heavily on miniatures for certain locations and buildings, etc. I can't begin to imagine all the man hours that most go into some of those sets. I remember watching something on TV several years ago on the use of miniatures in the making of the film Independence Day (not necessarily a "classic film" but I guess it goes to show what I was getting at about this method still being used today) I was very impressed at all the artwork and the attention to detail. (Especially since they only built it so they could blow it up!!) :-)
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I spent almost 9 years in retail as a shoe store manager way back in the eighties. And shoes are still the first thing I notice. Old habits die hard! :-)
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Aww Judy--the credit goes to you...I just took a hint from your Weightwatcher's comment and then ran with it. :-)
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I can just see you in your twirly dress at Chuck E Cheese! I'll be there in my stunning black satin number and we can play ski ball with elegance and style.....
I usually avoid that place like the plague if at all possible!! But if you're gonna be there, I will make an exception!! :-)
PS--the picnics around our house are slightly less formal--Munchkin hats are entirely optional!
Speaking of the Munchkins--I watched the Wizard of Oz the other night with the short person. We were cracking up over their "flowered-toe" shoes!! The very height of fashion for the sophisticated Munchkin, I am sure! After all, accessories are everything! :-)
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Call in Richard Simmons!! (He just introduced a new "Townspeople-free, low-human lifeform diet!!) This coupled with a responsible exercise program will give that Blob a whole new lease on life. And since even giant gelatinous globs of goo can't resist a good 50's tunes, that Blob will be so busy Sweatin' To the Oldies, he won't even want to go back to his poor eating habits ever again!
(Thanks Judy for my "fix"!! I was starting to really miss it!) PS--Best wishes on your writing project! :-)
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Hi Jack--I agree-that Ginger was one smart dresser! I'm not one to go dancing anywhere--(even my right foot is a leftie when it comes to dancing) but I love these gowns! ( I think the ruffled one is my favorite) Wouldn't it be fun if this was how I could dress all the time!! I can just see myself walking through Walmart twirling around just so I can make the bottom of the dress flair out. My daughter loves to do that anytime she gets dressed up! Too cute. (I STILL love to do that too, though I am way past the age where anyone else would consider it "cute") :-)
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Thanks for the comments on the book. With Fall coming up, I know my trips to the Library are going to be more frequent (they have a great kid's program up there for my little one) so I will likely be checking this one out for myself. I have always thought it would be good to read this story (and a few of the other popular classic romance stories that are also classic films) but never have found the time( or is it the self discipline?) to do anything about it. Maybe will do better this time around. :-)
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If you find him, let me know. :-) He is my all time favorite. Maybe he's still out there somewhere and just "took a wrong turn at Albuquerque! :-) We should also try St. Louis (as in "So long, screwy--see ya in St. Louis!") Or better yet, Florida--"So long Sammy, See ya in Miami" (He IS well past retirement age so this would not be out of the question.) :-)
Seriously, though--I hope you find him. He's a true classic!
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Ok--I can't take it anymore...I am pulling out the video tape as we speak. Let's all go to Happy Dale!
"There is a Happy Dale far far away..."