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relative though, I see no problem with anyone posting 25 times a day or more, if they post topics of interest to fans of TCM. Just as having an all day marathon of films by Billy Wilder is not necessarily a bad thing, and there are no rules as to how many times a day Holly or anyone can post, then this comes down to personal preference. Why, I'm sure I've posted many more times a day than some find acceptable, but...I can't see that this prevents anyone else from speaking. It's not like this is a table with only so many chairs to sit on, and that one is hogging anything. Following rules of conduct which are posted, is not arbitrary so one should be obedient, but following rules which are ephemeral and shifting, should be left to each person's judgment, and let the chips fall where they may. If a person's posts are not of interest to anyone, then they will fall naturally to the bottom of the pile by their own volition. Just my three cents worth, and I hope Holly returns to the fold.

most kind. No, I'm just your average movie fan, who finds the offbeat things about films the most interesting, like Traven's origins and I had read some old articles in magazines about him a few years ago, and thought since TCM shows this movie often, that it might be of interest to some who like the film. I'm glad if you enjoyed reading it. Thanks and have a great weekend!

Traven supposedly had as many aliases and backgrounds, as Fields had bank accounts, though some say that legend is unfounded. And aren't you glad that John Huston and Bogart convinced Walter to take his teeth out to play the prospector? Apparently Walter was a bit against this idea, as even he had some ego about his looks, and did not want to appear toothless on screen. Have a nice weekend, Mongo and I shall be departing now so take care!

about the patented cat yowl, if you find out about it. I know I should feel ashamed, but I always wanted Sylvester to catch Tweety, and stop all that mealy mouthed chirping.

the last time I had a dog from Nathan's it was in the New Jersey aiport. Pathetic, isn't it?

appreciation for your kind words! TRF

film versions of Bierce's "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" but in the French one that was the Cannes winner and was shown on the original "Twilight Zone" there is no ending like this. The guy just keeps running toward his home in his visions, and then finally...one hears the rope snap, and you see that he did not get away as he was dreaming, and is still hanging by the noose, as the soldiers walk away. There is another TZ that is similar to what you say though, but I would have to look through my TZ Companion book for the title. Oddly enough, your description is also reminiscent of one of the segments of Kurosawa's "Ran".

Walter Denton standing there in a waitress uniform, in front of Miss Brooks, I'm guessing this was said to Joan in "Mildred Pierce" by Eve.

"Don't Go Near the Water" is pretty tame, but does have some pretty women in it, if Eva Gabor, Gia Scala or Anne Francis is to your liking, Mongo? Or perhaps you are more the Mary Wickes type? By the way, just so as not to elicit grammar chastizement from any avenues, that should have been: "When she came out of the darkened theater, she said she WAS afraid she might run into a shark in the parking lot."

who saw "Jaws" in a rather seedy part of town due to it being sold out at all the other theatres playing it at its opening. When she came out of the darkened theater, she said she were afraid she might run into a shark in the parking lot. Her companion said, that the only shark they'd see in that part of town, was a loan shark. Dreyfuss, Scheider and Shaw make a mighty triumvirate in that film, which is incredibly suspenseful to be sure. I like Glenn Ford too...

entertaining they are, Mongo! Of course you should keep your opinion, as we all have a right to our individual ones. Personally I like to venture forth opposing opinions more on films and personalities therein for scintillating conversations and debate from which I can learn, than to discuss the proclivities of fellow posters, which seems puerile and futile. But if push comes to shove, well....I shall be honest when I see abusive behaviour, and call them as I see them, as that type of behaviour is outlawed by forum rules. Great chatting with you and have you seen the film "Don't Go Near the Water"?

for this fine Mexican festival. I've watched every week, though I've missed a few films. But what I've seen has totally transported me to a new world, inhabited by people and stories which I had never had the opportunity to see before, which were immensely entertaining and elucidating. For some strange reason, it seems that films from just about everywhere else in the world, get more tv airplay than the Mexican ones, and I really enjoyed all the great movies, and loved seeing Cantinflas last night. Bravo, TCM!

I came her to talk about movies, being that I am a movie fan, with those who like movies and that is all. I celebrate TCM for the films of many eras, which are quality entertainment and not simply exercises in thought control. In trying to talk about movies, and not about other specific members' persecution complexes, victim mentality, control freak issues and other tiresome non-movie talk with which I have been assailed lately, I have been siderailed by non-movie talk which is not conducive to any forum or of any interest to me. I shan't be sly, but shall say most boldy, that I do not suffer fools gladly who are subverting the real purpose of an open film forum, to conduct personal vendettas, to run crowd control or nitpick over minor issues with no authority. If one has an issue with another's posts as to specific flagrant abuses, then it should be handled through channels, and perhaps not in manners or modes seemingly meant ostensibly to embarrass or shame said individuals publically. Going through channels would be the polite way to handle such things, unless I missed something and did not know that certain persons here were in charge as appointed by TCM, which I did not read in the Terms of Usage. Correct me if I am wrong here, and supply me with the names of those I need to obey, if I am nescient about their authority. I doubt Bogey or Spencer would be impressed with such discourtesy to one of his fans, uttered in such idous, snide and officious terms as: "Is there a legitimate reason we should know about that you consistently fail to use it?" I'm here to talk movies, not deal with borderline personality issues, and those who want to talk movies, know where I am if they would like to have adult talk about films hereafter. As in Field of Dreams, I shall continue to post, that they may come.... No remarks made above, are about you by the way, Mongo whose posts I enjoy. And you most certainly have a right to defend anyone you choose, but I thought you might like to see the viewpoint of an outsider from the "respected" ranks, that I keep hearing about interminably. Venom, and vitriole by the way, are in the eye of the beholder.

one can have fun guessing who is being portrayed on film! Being the goof I am, I enjoy films which are based on a true story, but whose production team don't like to admit it publically, for fear of lawsuits perhaps or other unpleasant reactions. For example, a townsperson in Plainfield, Wisconsin might find Robert Bloch's contention that he based the character of Norman Bates on his close friend, Calvin something, instead of Eddie Gein, the fiend of Plainfield, a bit ludicrous and they would have many supporters, who knew Eddie and the infamous Mrs. Gein, who mothered and smothered him during his formative years. Nevertheless, though Eddie seems to have inspired characters like Leatherface and ones in films like, "Deranged", he never made any money off such enterprises thankfully, though his dominance in the domain of horror, thanks to his multifarious grave digging activities, remains firm to this day as inspiration for filmmakers. Another movie with a thinly disguised portrait of a real person, is "All the King's Men". Broderick Crawford portrays Willie Stark with all the repugnant vehemence of Huey Long, demagogue of the South, even though the name is not the same in the film. Do you have any films which you think are based directly or even loosely on real characters, and transposed to film reels, with just a few red herring embellishments to trick some into thinking otherwise?

so well seeing this Linda in her interviews about the contest on TCM, and feel deeply moved by her death. It is most sad, and she seemed like a lovely person with much talent, who so deserved the award and was so accomplished. Thanks for reporting this, albeit very upsetting news.

make sense. Soon, everyone will be collecting the VHS versions of films as they will be unavailable, just like some audiophiles collect eight-track tapes that are rare. I have noticed on Movies Unlimited's website, that some rare VHS copies, which are still not on DVD, are limited to one per customer. I recently bought both "Zabriskie Point" and that Michael Reeves' flick with Vincent Price called "Conqueror Worm" under those guidelines. "Supernatural" is a wonderful thriller as you say and Vivienne Osborne is an actress that my grandmother liked and clued me in to. Grandma is so great at identifying those character people in films like Osborne or someone like Sara Haden. Congrats on picking up the Hitchcock boxed set at such a great price!

just took control off my keyboard! As I was trying to say, Brackenhe, that's a really interesting point you make about the Depression era audiences eating up how the other half lives. One would have thought, that people with limited means would have resented such opulence on film, but I agree with you that it seemed to become a type of vicarious pleasure for the masses, affected by the stock market crash and down and out. The movies with the all white Deco decor were there to make them forget their troubles for awhile and get happy. Also...many of the screwball type comedies, did make fun of those with largesse and living in mansions on Park Avenue, in whimsical ways...and this made such subject matter perhaps more appealing. As you say, Gene was more a meat and potatoes kind of guy onscreen, whereas Fred seemed more into caviar. Both were magnificent though...in their differing styles on film.

brackenhe Posts: 728 Registered: Dec, 2003 Re: GENE KELLY Posted: May 26,2005 8:05 PM Reply I think because Kelly was on top of him game post WW 2 that the times were more casual, or as fuster said, he was portrayed as the Average Joe. Most of Astaire movies made at his peak was during the 30's when the times were more elegant and I think (my opinion only) that the Depression/Post Depression audiences really ate up that "how the other half lives" stuff. Plus, Astaire did more of couples dancing whereas Kelly danced along side others but rarely had ballroom dancing scenes. It was more of a jazz/tap/ballet type dancing. All of this is just my opinion though. Also, after the was, Astaire was wearing a little less formal clothing too. More costumes or suit and tie rather than tux and tails.

As for my moniker, I meant to put in Buster once, as a screen name on another site, for my idol, Keaton...but my finger slipped and I typed in Fuster. And it stuck, and I like it because people often think I am a man for some reason, and I find it funny when they cast aspersions toward me, that are gender related..but unfortunately not my gender. My remarks concerning talking to Bogey or Spencer, were not directed at you. Being so lax and unregimented as to not see such precise dividing lines between forum areas as some see, I would not think of taking to task anyone for their placement of a post, but then...that's just me, non -martinet that I am. Any fan of Bogey and Spencer is okay by me, wherever they place their posts and I enjoyed reading your brain teaser. Congrats on stumping me completely with your great general purpose Bogey question, about "Melville Goodwin, USA"! TRF

for saying this about how things on film seem different and less present than video. I used to think I was nuts, when I would feel that things on film seemed not live, but things on videotape seemed to be happening as I watched them transpire. There was the whole season of "Twilight Zone" which were the hour episodes I think, that were not on film, and seem so live to me. I'm glad I'm not the only person who feels this way about the difference inherent to each mode of filming.

welcome and being that I can see you too admire the "talents" of Mitchum, I hope you will recommend for me sometime one of your favorites of his films for me. Enjoy this one and report back after you've seen it please! TRF

your very kind words! I think Lolite captured the true essence of the film's denouement better than my long wordy exposition though and set up. The film just makes me want to talk about it though, it is so dark and perverse. I hope you enjoy the film!

so right! The ending is quite the shocker, hopefully not giving anything away by saying that. I'm so glad that this film has other fans, like you who dug it. Thanks for sharing your cute take on how the film affected you. TRF

recently bought the DVD of "Secret Agent" from Movies Unlimited for under 10 bucks. They also have a VHS version, that supposedly is remastered for under 25 dollars if I recall correctly. Don't ask me why the VHS is more than the DVD, but I notice that a lot lately. My friend found the DVD version in a catalog from Movies Unlimited which came in the mail, but I'm sure it is probably on their online website. It is a great movie, with good performances by Gielgud and Lorre.

"The Trouble with Harry". Just kidding, but it did have trees you know.