Bronxgirl48 Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I did like the way Price at the end substitutes "old chum" from his usual "old boy" to Jock. This was the only time I saw any real warmth or empathy from Charlie. Angus was adorable, wasn't he? I was trying to think of what his rank was, but didn't remember "orderly". Thanks for jogging my memory; I said "private" but that's wrong. I've always had an affection for Gordon Jackson ever since he played Mr. 'udson in UPSTAIRS, DOWNSTAIRS. To this day, I still have to drop the "H", even with any other character on film or t.v. if their last name is Hudson. Jackson always has an officious quaity about him that I rather like. Message was edited by: Bronxgirl48 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronxgirl48 Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 April, I'd be fascinated to know what you think of TUNES OF GLORY when you get to see it, and if you might agree there could be some connection with Fordian themes. I don't remember RYAN'S DAUGHTER at all; I might have seen it eons ago, though. Ditto THE SWAN. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackFavell Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Oh, man. You just hit my other passion - Brit TV miniseries. And my favorite will always be Upstairs, Downstairs. Mr. 'udson...... I could just cry hearing that name. You see, I am as blubbery as Mrs. Bridges! I am picturing him now, with that officious look on his face, peering over his spectacles. Probably making a comment on how under house parlor maids should not be speculating on the goings-on above stairs. I love his voice. Even now, how many years later, if I hear his voice, I turn around to look at the TV.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissGoddess Posted April 3, 2009 Author Share Posted April 3, 2009 I'd love to get a discussion going on RYAN'S DAUGHTER one of these days. It's a problematic film for me. I can appreciate some of its beauty now, and I can even now grudgingly respect the amazing performance of Robert Mitchum (I always was disappointed in his character, he was so weak to me that it spoiled the movie for me, but I can appreciate that this is crucial to the whole idea of the film, which is ultimately a retelling of Madame Bovary). You would love the scenery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronxgirl48 Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I can't resist Britcoms, dramas, mini-series, etc. I liked Pauline Collins as Sarah, that cheeky second parlormaid. I actually felt a bit romantically attracted to Mr. 'udson. He was so prissy and orderly and well, Victorian, I would have wanted to shake him up a bit... Message was edited by: Bronxgirl48 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElusivePimpernel Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cW_PbkCFXE (that might help refresh your memory... and I see John Mills is in it, too!) Message was edited by: ElusivePimpernel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronxgirl48 Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 That's got a good cast, but eeeek! Barry Foster - NO! I'd be afraid to look at him -- Bob Rusk from FRENZY! I like Sarah Miles. I wish TCM would run TIME LOST AND TIME REMEMBERED. (Brit title is I WAS HAPPY HERE) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronxgirl48 Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I'm getting ready for SHANE tonight and might see you guys over at Western Rambles. Oh, well, it FEELS like Saturday today. Message was edited by: Bronxgirl48 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElusivePimpernel Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 > {quote:title=Bronxgirl48 wrote:}{quote} > I'm getting ready for SHANE tonight and might see you guys over at Western Rambles. *Shane* is actually on TOMORROW night (6pm Eastern). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissGoddess Posted April 3, 2009 Author Share Posted April 3, 2009 That's got a good cast, but eeeek! Barry Foster - NO! I'd be afraid to look at him -- Bob Rusk from FRENZY! I don't know who Barry Foster is by sight, but your LOVE, Trevor Howard is splendid in it! (I haven't seen Frenzy in ages, I didn't like it at all) I like Sarah Miles. I wish TCM would run TIME LOST AND TIME REMEMBERED. (Brit title is I WAS HAPPY HERE) I'm not crazy about her, and her character is hard to like though you can sympathize with her somewhat in the beginning. After that, the main problem becomes that I just don't feel good about either her or Bob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackFavell Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 You saucy gel, you! I would have gone more for straight laced Richard Bellamy.... Sarah was one of the best characters in history. I always try to see any movie with Pauline Collins or John Alderton. They did a cheeky little TV show called Wodehouse Playhouse in which they played all the characters in P.G. Wodehouse stories. I also liked Hazel, Richard's secretary and later James' wife. Something about her quiet held-in demeanor really captivated me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronxgirl48 Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I can't watch FRENZY anymore.... But, Trevvy is my love! For the longest time I used to confuse Sarah Miles with Susannah York. And then there's Judi Bowker ("Andromeda" from CLASH OF THE TITANS) who is a dead ringer for York. (hmm, I should post them in Rich's lookalikes) I love Bob when he's playing against type. I believe he's a schoolteacher in RYAN'S DAUGHTER? Message was edited by: Bronxgirl48 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronxgirl48 Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Oh, yes, Richard Bellamy, how could I forget? And he's got all that money and position! I was going to mention John Alderton, but couldn't remember his last name. He was so calculating, yet Sarah if I recall couldn't resist him. (my horrendous memory) I love Wodehouse but I've never seen that t.v. show. And I'm blanking out on Hazel. Do you think some ginko biloba would help me, or am I past it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElusivePimpernel Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 > {quote:title=Bronxgirl48 wrote:}{quote} > Do you think some ginko biloba would help me, or am I past it? I believe it's called _Ginkgo_ Biloba. As to whether or not it might help... consult your physician B-) Message was edited by: ElusivePimpernel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissGoddess Posted April 3, 2009 Author Share Posted April 3, 2009 I can't watch FRENZY anymore.... I've never been able to finish it in one sitting. But, Trevvy is my love! He's a priest! Shame on you! But he's twice the man of any other in that rotten hamlet, so you have good taste. For the longest time I used to confuse Sarah Miles with Susannah York. And then there's Judi Bowker ("Andromeda" from CLASH OF THE TITANS) who is a dead ringer for York. (hmm, I should post them in Rich's lookalikes) And I have always confused Susannah York with Juliette Mills, Ha!!! I love Bob when he's playing against type. I believe he's a schoolteacher in RYAN'S DAUGHTER? Yes, actually you might really go for him in this role. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronxgirl48 Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 > > > > > I love Bob when he's playing against type. I believe he's a schoolteacher in RYAN'S DAUGHTER? > > Yes, actually you might really go for him in this role. I'm a sucker for hunky guys who wear glasses. Like Rod Taylor in THE CATERED AFFAIR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackFavell Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 You're not having an Alzheimer moment... OK. I don't want to interrupt you guys anymore, but here is Hazel in a nutshell. Hazel was so quiet and self-effacing that she almost wasn't there. She arrived right before Lady Bellamy's trip on the Titanic in 1912. She was from the middle class, and this caused all sorts of problems. She never fit in upstairs or downstairs. Although James pursued her for 2 years, she continued to say no to his marriage proposals. Finally, she told him of her disastrous first marriage to an abusive alcoholic. After she finally became James' wife, they simply could not get along. James was too reckless for her and she was too staid for James. Hudson would not recognize her as the lady of the house, and she always felt uncomfortable as such. WWI caused more problems for Hazel and James. Hazel discovered that James had not been coming home on leave and this was the last straw. She had an affair with a flyer who was eventually killed in battle. Hazel actually would have been a better match for Richard, since she had a strong sense of responsibility and had become close to him. They would have made a tremendously appealing couple. She had a stubborn streak as well and she eventually found her strength when dealing with Hudson. As the war ended, James found himself attracted to his cousin Georgina. When he came home with a bit of shell shock, he found out that Hazel had come down with the flu and died. The End...... of Hazel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texanna Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 > {quote:title=ElusivePimpernel wrote:}{quote} > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cW_PbkCFXE > > (that might help refresh your memory... and I see John Mills is in it, too!) > it looks like it's set in ireland, i think tcm should try to play this sometime, thank s for posting this pimprenl anita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texanna Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 > {quote:title=Bronxgirl48 wrote:}{quote} > > Do you think some ginko biloba would help me, or am I past it? broxngirl, i have been taking giniko bilboa on and off for a couple of years, i have felt a lot better since, but milage may vary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissGoddess Posted April 3, 2009 Author Share Posted April 3, 2009 I'm a sucker for hunky guys who wear glasses. Like Rod Taylor in THE CATERED AFFAIR. He's your man, then, Babette. Wendy! I'm the one who's been interrupting...please go on with Upstairs/Downstairs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texanna Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I have heard a lot of things about upstairs/dnowstairs, i think i'm going to rent it. i love all things proper and birtish! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackFavell Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Nope. I'm done. Actually, the discussion made me want to go watch some episodes..... And I've got to make dinner and shove things around so it looks like I've done some housework..... I've been a bad girl today! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texanna Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 > {quote:title=JackFavell wrote:}{quote} > And I've got to make dinner and shove things around so it looks like I've done some housework..... I've been a bad girl today! :0 well there are worse things you could do than to start ramblin' about movies. Message was edited by: texanna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissGoddess Posted April 3, 2009 Author Share Posted April 3, 2009 Nope. I'm done. Actually, the discussion made me want to go watch some episodes..... And I've got to make dinner and shove things around so it looks like I've done some housework..... I've been a bad girl today! Well, then we've been the beneficiaries of your "badness". Enjoy dinner and stop in again tonight if you have a mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronxgirl48 Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 You make me want to watch every episode of U,D all over again -- that was GREAT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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