movieman1957
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The one I have now I have had for over twenty years. My mother, who is a marvelous player, bought it didn't like the way it looked in her living room so she told me to come and get it. I've played since I was a kid. (You'd think I would be better than I am but I get by.)
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I like several for different reasons but one of the best is "Pork Chop Hill." A top notch Korean War film that deals with the Americans trying to take a hill held by the Chinese.
My other top two are "Bridge On The River Kwai" and "The Guns of Navarone."
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Michaela:
Having seen "Tombstone" and "Wyatt Earp" I would say that "Tombstone" is the better of the two. "Earp" is a lot longer and deals more with Wyatt's life before and after that period, especially before. Its length is probably the main drawback. There doesn't seem enough to fill it.
The unfortunate thing for "Earp" was the timing. They are only a year apart and the main section of each movie covers the same ground. As far as the characterization goes it is probably a matter of preference. Kurt Russell plays his Wyatt much more passianately that Costner. That's not to say Costner isn't good, but it's the more silent determination. Dennis Quaid's "Doc" is as mannered as Kilmer's but differently so.
I think if you are familiar with one the might have tendancy to compare how they each handle the same stories. That has its benefits.
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Ladies and Gents:
Sitting on my piano is the DVD "Design For Living" and "Peter Ibbetson." If I don't have a breakdown this weekend I plan on watching them. What kind of weekend am I in for?
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If it were all about the money I'd like to think they would have left the old one running. The music is also my biggest issue.
They have already dispensed with the monthly music promos and maybe even the Star of The Month promos. I guess they are trying to be trendy where they can.
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How about Shirley MacLaine? I saw that "The Children's Hour" was on yesterday. She has had her legs in both sides.
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Last night at the 11:45 showing of "Out of The Past" TCM showed the fanfare opening instead of the new one they showed at 8:00pm or at at least it looked that way to me. Did I get confused?
Could it have been an old intro?
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Come to think of it April neither have I. I was thinking more literally. I'm not sure I've seen Patinkin sing in the movies.
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This one doesn't go back very far but Mandy Patinkin from "The Princess Bride" has one of the most wonderful voices. I saw him in concert and he specializes in standards and even early 20th century pop music. Very passionate approach to his music.
Burl Ives can go in both categories.
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I was really surprised to see "Love Is A Many Splendored Thing" and "Friendly Persuasion." Looks like they pulled a few surprises.
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Christine:
Hi! So glad you stopped by. It's good to hear from you and that your daughter is well. You must miss her terribly. And one in the Navy. What a mom!
Danny has some new art work. She is doing well. She's working hard at school but seems to have it under control.
Don't be a stranger.
Here's a link to enjoy http://silverscreenoasis.com/oasis/viewtopic.php?t=129&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0
Regards
Chris
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Re: "Winchester '73."
I didn't have any problem with the information coming later in the movie. THe thing that got my attention was their reactions to each other. It tells you right away that there is a history there. Giving you that much gives you a reason to invest in that realtionship. What could make two guys hate each other so much? Well, there's a darn good reason. When it finally comes out all hell breaks loose.
I still like this one better than "Devil's Doorway" but "Doorway" is certainly worth repeated viewings.
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Now that you mention it Raymond does remind one a little of Tierney. Maybe she was like too many other women in the late 40's or early 50's. Pleasant and good enough but they didn't jump off the screen. She did a good job but I imagine there were many who would have done as well.
I don't remember Brynner playing an Indian. I guess the thing that struck me about Taylor was in playing an Indian the difference between his Indian-ness and the rest of his family seemed rather more than it might be. I would have liked to have had some more background on his character. How he came to be in the Union Army. I do think that they showed he got the Medal of Honor is enough to show what kind of man he is. Even having said that I think he did a fine job.
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Kathy:
"Ox Bow" is the better of the two. It is also much shorter. It comes in at about 73 minutes. It is a very serious western. No action to speak of but great drama. Fonda is terrific. Harry Morgan is good as well. Great film.
"Santa Fe Trail" is enjoyable enough but runs more to the mainstream type western.
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Constance's dress. "Enough" indeed.
I looked through the movie and I can't find the scene for I'm thinking the actor. My mind must be failing me. I'll keep looking but I'm beginning to doubt myself.
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April:
I watched "Devil's Doorway" tonight. Good western. Pretty good story of Taylor trying to hold on to his land. (I'm sure I'm not telling you anything new.) Good photography, action, cast and music. I'd never seen this one before. (Imagine a new western for me.)
On Robert Taylor (no relation
) I think he does a fine job but I don't completely buy him as an Indian. He just seems like Robert Taylor in dark makeup. It's an interesting, turned-on-its-head land war story. I like the way Taylor and Paula Raymond come together for business because they need each other more than their reservations about each can get in the way. Two people determined to get things done their way. The trouble is these situations don't often end well.I'm sure you've seen it as I seem to remember some comments some months back but I wonder if you might share them again. (And that goes for anyone else who has seen it.)
Thanks
Me
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You sure know how to do some digging. I may get a chance tonight to find the two places. Thanks for the info.
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That's great. Now we have to go bail Kathy out of jail. She should get time off for good taste though.
"Impetuous! Homeric!"
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The overnight intro is so popular it has far reaching effects. I can only think it inspired this -
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My eyes! My eyes! Ahhh!
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April:
I'll dig it out and see if I can tell. I read this somewhere. I have a book by J. Place called "The Westerns of John Ford which may have mentioned it so I'll check there. Other than that I don't really remember.
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Hi April:
I didn't watch "The Horse Soldiers" yesterday but I have a TCM version of it. I always thought Holden was good in the part. That character is the epitome of sarcasm and who better to play it?
The arguments between Wayne and Holden work because they have a different approach to the war and their being in it. The only time, as I recall, Holden calms down, so to speak, is when he delivers the baby. However, he can't quite let it his guard down as he makes one more biting comment to Wayne. Overall I like it. It might be a bit long but everyone is pretty good.
There is one thing that is funny about the picture, intended or not. There is an actor that actually plays two roles in the movie. I know he play a Union doctor who comes into the saloon to treat someone but he also plays a Confederate (doctor?) earlier in the picture. It made me wonder if he was just handy?
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Kathy:
Selleck plays a small town police chief named Jesse Stone. The three titles come off of that name. I've seen a couple and it's an interesting character with a troubled past. He is a man of few words. They are enjoyable enough but not great. I hope he doesn't think he is too old for westerns.
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Kathy:
Glad you got to see "Crossfire Trail." Good, solid entertainment. Nothing fancy or deep. Selleck looks made for westerns doesn't he?
) I think he does a fine job but I don't completely buy him as an Indian. He just seems like Robert Taylor in dark makeup. It's an interesting, turned-on-its-head land war story. I like the way Taylor and Paula Raymond come together for business because they need each other more than their reservations about each can get in the way. Two people determined to get things done their way. The trouble is these situations don't often end well.
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"Silverado" is such a fun movie for a host of reasons. (It is one my daughters favorite movies. She's 18.) I always looked at it like they took all the major western plot lines and strung them into one film. The cast is first rate. My only reservation is Costner is a little too exhuberant. Major kudos to whoever had the idea to cast Linda Hunt. That was brilliant. It's more about her character and the way she fits in the movie.
I'll go find your comments on HTWWW. (I enjoy that movie too.)