CaveGirl
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... titles that include the word TRAIL.
I give my most heartfelt thanks to God and the TCM programmers that this collection does not include THE HALLELUJAH TRAIL, one of the very worst movies I ever committed the mistake of watching. 'tis a miracle that it did not ruin the careers of Lee Remick, Burt Lancaster, and Donald Pleasence!
Are they showing "Monty Python and the Holy Trail"?
By the way, happy trails to you!
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Cigar Joe--
My tap dancing is in the style of Gene Kelly with a Twist of Eleanor Powell.
I don't recommend doing those Eleanor Powell tap turns after drinking tap beer. LOL
Just reading about beer makes me want to go out and buy some Guinness for lunch, Princess!
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This German documentary was wonderful. I am so glad and thankful that TCM showed it, along with the other films.
By the way, that print of Caligari was amazing and the best one I've ever seen. I own two versions of it already but would love to buy that version, since it was so bright, crisp and visually beautiful!
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Well, Ava Gardner also had a relationship with billionaire Howard Hughes......
Yeah, I remember the Ava quote about how much Frankie weighed, and well...okay, I won't go any further. Those who know, know and those who don't will have to look it up.
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CaveGirl, considering your explanation of the topic, is does kind of sound like you are talking about men who have old cars.
As such, not on topic......
Quick - lets talk about Peter Falk and that weird old car he drove on Columbo.....
I LOVE Peter Falk as Columbo. Wasn't his beat up car a Peugot?
By the way, I was wrong about the Bessie Smith song. It was about "her" pocketbook and went like this:
"You can look at my bank book
But I'll never let you feel my purse"
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Sexist & ageist! LOL.
In the vein of Gentleman Prefer Blondes, does the size of the gentleman's... um.... wallet come into play?
Yes, being that I like to emulate all things men do, I have decided at this late date to become sexist and ageist.
Speaking of wallets and men, I think Bessie Smith had a song about that. Let me see if I can find the lyrics.
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I've got some really risqué remarks, but I'll honor your "Ladies only" restriction.
Aw, go ahead, DGF.
This thread will probably get canned for not being on-topic anyway.
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Maybe Turner Canadian Movies could celebrate July 1st with Canadian film stars?
I'm not Canadian but I do like to drink Canadian Mist so I concur, GPF.
It's the least TCM can do for our friends there.
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1954
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A new feature on labor issues made by blacklisted artists, called SALT OF THE EARTH, was causing a great deal of anxiety in Hollywood. Howard Hughes, who was still in control of RKO, refused to distribute it. In a fanatical anti-Communist rage, he contacted the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) and shared his ideas for blocking the release of SALT OF THE EARTH in theaters across the country. Only a year or two earlier, Hughes had temporarily shut down RKO, in order to purge the studio of all personnel suspected of having ties to communism.
Meanwhile, 20th Century Fox continued to offer films in its new CinemaScope format. But not all theater owners were happy about the expense involved with converting their businesses so the new widescreen pictures could be shown. They were already upset about upgrades they had to make for stereo sound systems. But because the CinemaScope pictures were doing well with moviegoers, they had no choice but to adapt.
Back in Hollywood studios were now hiring more non-star actors to appear in the widescreen features. The epic was the real star now, not the people who played in them. Exhibitors were used to selling pictures to customers that had big movie stars, but now everything was different. The size of movies was different, the subject matter was different, and the way to sell a movie was suddenly different.
Studios that had relied on the 3-D craze to help them compete with television were in for a rude awakening. The fad did not last long, and by the end of 1954, many features that had gone into production as 3-D entertainment were now screening in cinemas in the old flat format. MGM had shelled out considerable expense to make its musical KISS ME KATE in 3-D, but when it was not attracting audiences (who were tired of wearing special glasses for such pictures), the film was quickly reissued and re-advertised as 2-D.
A new genre was developing at the movies. A year earlier, MGM had a massive hit on its hands with the behind-the-scenes drama THE BAD AND THE BEAUTIFUL. Because of its success, and the earlier success of SUNSET BOULEVARD, the quasi-expose had quickly become a popular way to tell stories. This new narrative structure, combined with the younger generation’s fascination for motorcycles, gave birth to an iconic motion picture in 1954.
It was Stanley Kramer’s THE WILD ONE, starring Marlon Brando as a charismatic anti-hero. The story examined a breakdown in law and order when Brando’s motorcycle gang takes over and terrorizes a wholesome small American town. Though the film was denied release in Britain, it became a cult classic in many other countries. It firmly established Brando in the minds of moviegoers as a masochistic sex symbol.
I just wish that more theaters would have retrospectives of all those old 3-D films, since it is such a joy to see them in a real movie house. I saw "House of Wax" in a theater in 3-D and it was the best 3-D I've ever seen.
Also saw the Andy Warhol horror film, that was in 3-D and the perspective was so bizarre it looked like body parts were being thrown into the audience. But it was still fun to see. Great take on 1954, TB!
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A movie I often recommend to friends, which is not talked about much anymore is "House of Games" from 1987.
The first movie directed by the great David Mamet and also written by him, it stars Lindsay Crouse and Joe Mantegna. It has twists and turns galore and is a real psychological gem.
Here's the IMDB listing:
A psychiatrist comes to the aid of a compulsive gambler and is led by a smooth-talking grifter into the shadowy but compelling world of stings, scams, and con men.Please share a film that you think is great, but forgotten that others might enjoy.
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In about 1979 or 1980, friends and I went to a midnight (Do they still have midnight movies? Hope so) showing of Pink Flamingos. About 10 minutes in the movie caught on fire and the audience had to evacuate the old, somewhat down on the heel, movie theatre. In my memory the film melted on the screen, but I may be confusing that with a screen in Desperately Seeking Susan.
Thus, divine providence--or more likely a faulty projector--kept me from seeing Divine!
Divine could be rather incendiary on screen, TGD.
If you get another chance, I'd ask for a chance to see "Polyester" but only with Odorama cards in tow.
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One thing that I did find quite interesting about I'm No Angel was Mae's relationship with her maids (who were, of course, all black.) There was a camaraderie with them that I don't think would've been tolerated in a post-code film, similar to the relationship that Stanwyck has with her traveling companion and eventual maid in Baby Face and Jean Harlow had with Hattie McDaniell in China Seas .
Yes, they are servants; and yes, a few of their lines were degrading- but at the same time, one got a sense that if they were not exactly on equal footing with their employer, then there was a mutual understanding and degree of freedom at least. (of course, this might also have been done to show the protagonists were supposedly "low" women; ultimately it makes them more likeable.)
not until possibly Gone with the Wind would the crossing of the line between "servant" and "master" (for lack of better terms) be crossed in such a fashion.
I see nothing degrading about asking a maid to peel one a grape.
Why I ask my butler to do that daily.
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Bogie-- I really appreciate your comments on John Cusack in relationship to him playing Brian Wilson. I must be one of Brian Wilson's biggest fans and I loved the movie.
However,I would be on an all-time high with Paul Dano's scenes, then when they would switch to Cusack, I found myself getting angry, confused and guilty about not liking him. I knew something was not right, but I didn't know what it was.
I'm not familiar with him as an actor , but it makes me feel better to hear other people say that they thought he loused it up too.
I thought both Paul Dano and Paul Giamatti deserved Oscar nominations for those roles.
Giamatti played Brian Wilson's evil, mind-controlling psychologist Dr. Landy. Brian said Giamatti's portrayal of Dr. Landy was so authentic that it frightened him in the movie theater.
All I can say about the whole thing is that Paul Dano did a wonderful job with his part of portraying Brian's life and that he has a very brilliant future ahead of him.
John Cusack might be fine in other roles, but he was no Brian Wilson.
The dissimilarity in their appearances, plus to that of Dano just was not believable to anyone who has followed Brian's career in any respect.
It was like having John Malkovich playing Errol Flynn.
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I always enjoy seeing John Wayne's entrance in Ford's "Stagecoach" since he does not really enter, but the stagecoach comes up upon him in a flash.
Very exciting visual!
I forgot to add for the best exit, Alida Valli walking past Joseph Cotten in "The Third Man".
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No, actually, word is the guards at the Philly Trader Joe's were all sent over to the Costco in Cherry Hill for a week and so they can check off the things you buy there on the receipt as you walk out. But this is only a temporary assignment.
(...and so look for 'em to be back hasslin' you by around the 18th of this month)
My Trader Joe's has no security, and live music!
It's right near the beer and ale section, past the wine shelving.
Last week the guy was playing "All Along the Watchtower" a la, Jimi Hendrix. I tipped him a buck since he did not stink like most people playing with a hat in front of them for tips.
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Wouldn't the 2005 Noah Baumbach movie "THE SQUID AND THE WHALE" qualify as a dandy double-feature with CABINET OF DOCTOR CALAMARI?
Very clever, Mr.G.
I've seen the British version called "The Quid, The Squid and The Whale".
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Ida Lupino dealt with a lot issues in her directed features which are now talked about a lot buy were not at the time.
Edward Dymetrik (sorry, I don't know how to spell his name, but he directed Cornered) was an early film noir director before 'film noir" really took hold in United States.
Great choices, GPF. I think it is spelled "Dmytryk" but we may both be wrong. I'm sure someone will correct us!
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A few I can think of off the top of my head...
Virtually anything directed by Alfred Hitchcock. I think he sort of paved the way for future thriller/horror films of the 1950s and 60s, as well as maybe the 80s and beyond.
The Bad Seed (1956) dealt with an 8 & 1/2 year old girl named Rhoda, who was essentially born without the normal emotions of remorse, guilt, etc. and murdered grown ups whose personalities clashed with hers, or who promised her things after they died. I can't think of any (at least right now) that related so prolifically to a child that was so evil or ominous, except for The Innocents (1961) with Deborah Kerr, that came later, obviously.
Possibly some of Bette Davis' earlier films could maybe be considered "ahead of their time," as well, mainly due to the fact that the kinds of women in these films (i.e. Of Human Bondage; 1934) were women that no other actresses really wanted to play. These somewhat garish or grotesque roles (I think) were sort of ahead of their time, because the majority of roles for women during this time period were more sophisticated and more glamorous.
The Moon is Blue (1953): This one just popped into my head. This was one of the first 50s films to include the word "mistress" in relation to a married man's "other woman," rather than, say, "Mistress of the Manor" or whatever. Other terms included were "virgin" and "pregnant," and the production code organization refused to endorse this film, but director Otto Preminger refused to take the words out, and thus released the film without the seal of approval.
*don't know if this is related to the thread or not, but it's just what I thought of*
Love your takes and also your Janet Blair picture!
Rhoda Penmark is definitely ahead of her time as a child serial killer.
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Now that I'm in my 60s I think men at 70 and beyond could be considered "classic"
as long as their brain is reasonably sharp. Really, it depends on your own age and point of view. It's like when you're a kid and your parents seem ancient even though they may be only in their 30s. As for actors, Cary Grant always seemed classic and looked good with the white hair and glasses when he got older.Agreed, Christine!
Cary Grant in his eighties was like a classic Lamborghini.
Jack Nicholson, would be a classic Chevy Corvair.
Jack Gilford would be a classic Ford Edsel.
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You've ruined it for my "Misinterpreted Thread Titles" thread.
Carry on. Please.
Haha!
Where is this thread, since I like misunderstood titles and lyrics.
One of my favorites, is the song by Herman's Hermits called "She's a Must to Avoid" which has been called "She's a Muscular Boy" by some hearing challenged folks.
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Not me. I will be tied up on the phone.
As all good men should be!
Do you live in Taiwan?
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Depends on the model and wear on the chassis.
Ladies only topic!
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Does anyone know if a film was made out of Jackson's story "The Lottery?"
GPF. I remember seeing a tv version of that tale. It might have been on PBS, not sure.
I do remember it starred a really cute guy, who used to be on that show with Kirstie Alley I think. Let me find his name on IMDB.
Update: It starred Dan Cortese who was in "Veronica's Closet" and it was a tv movie from 1996:
The Lottery
On his deathbed in the hospital, Jason's father asks that his ashes be spread over the top of his wife's grave. Jason, who came to the city with his father at a young age, remembers little ...See full summary »Director: Daniel Sackheim -
I enjoy 'em all (and in part 2, I will mention five more)...but it's no secret Alison Skipworth is my fave character actress of all time. I love the way she turns a line. She's a riot as Mae West's unlikely roommate in NIGHT AFTER NIGHT. Those gals should have been arrested for having too much fun!
Look at George Raft in this photo...he knows he's prime rib dealing with two hams:
If George flips a coin for a date, I hope he gets Alison!
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as long as their brain is reasonably sharp. Really, it depends on your own age and point of view. It's like when you're a kid and your parents seem ancient even though they may be only in their 30s. As for actors, Cary Grant always seemed classic and looked good with the white hair and glasses when he got older.
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I hate to say what I first thought this thread was about when I saw:
"Annual SUTS Wish List"
I think I hallucinated an "L" after the "S" which changed the whole meaning.
Sorry for interrupting the frivolities.