For Classic Movie Fans - Page 17

Julien · 04-22-2010, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jet

You're right, I know other women were victims in his movies, and If women are meant to be objectified than they are because of the story. But I still don't see it as a separate facet, but suspense overall. Again, there's also males who are objectified, I think. And as far camera work, I thought it was really eventful most of the time, not just surrounding the scenes with women being murdered or victimized. I think it's interesting to note, for instance, the gun scene in Spellbound when Leo Carrol (Ithink its Leo Carrol, it's been awhile since I've seen it) points the gun at Ingrid Bergman, there's no rack focus as we look down the barrel, both the gun and Bergman are in focus, there was trick to it, but I forget how he did it. And putting a light in the glass of milk to make it look more menacing in Suspicion. The falling effects in Vertigo and so many other things. I think that's why call him the master of suspense, all of what he did was suspense, including no music score or very litte the Birds and then using Bernard Herrman's eerie music in other films, And I have to say I Iove the music in Marnie and I added it to my collection. It's beautiful.

I completely agree with you about the music by Herrman. I love it. I have a CD with the works by Hermann. I didn't realize how much of Psycho is the music. Not just the shower scene either. The way it swells and builds to a climax is great.(I do realize it sounds orgasmic, it is suppose to). The music in Marnie is one of my favorites too.

Hitchcock is the Master of Suspense. What I observe through my analysis about the women in the films in no way undercuts Hitchcock's work as an auteur. The suspense builds in much of the same way as Hermann's music builds. Or it is like a roller coaster that takes us on a grand ride.

Talking about camera shots, what about Notorious and Ingrid Bergman's pov through hazy vision? It illustrates her hangover state. She can't see clearly and neither can we. Of course it also shows that she can't see Devlin clearly she doesn't know what his agenda is in regards to her. A foreshadowing of this is when he is "introduced" to us, but all we can see is his back in black or in the shadows.

Julien · 04-25-2010, 08:19 AM

TCM showed The Adventures of Robin Hood yesterday. I love the pairing of Errol Flynn and Olivia deHavilland. I didn't realized how vivid the color was in this film. It was great fun to watch again after a long time. How many of films have you seen with this duo? Captain Blood was their first film together.

cinderella · 04-25-2010, 09:12 AM

Monty, I have seen several films with this duo, however I can't think of the titles off-hand.

I believe the color is so vibrant because this is one of the many films TCM has been instrumental in having restored. TCM must be commended for being involved in this process, and being such a catalyst in bringing these films to the conscieneness of the general public. It is our country's history and must be preserved for future generations. I wish there was some way I could get directly involved in this endeavor other then just by monetay contributions.

Julien · 04-25-2010, 03:23 PM

[QUOTE=cinderella;91777][B][COLOR="Teal"]Monty, I have seen several films with this duo, however I can't think of the titles off-hand.

They are: Captain Blood, Charge of the Light Brigade, Adventures of Robin Hood, Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex, They Died With Their Boots On, Dodge City, Santa Fe Trail, and Fours a Crowd. I had to go to IMDB for some of these. I remembered 6 of them.

cinderella · 05-06-2010, 08:20 PM

'Gypsy' will be on TCM on Sunday, May 9 at 10pm. This is a musical, with a tremendous cast that includes the uncomparable Rosalind Russel, Karl Malden, and many others. It is a delightful film, and if you havent' seen it, do yourself a favor and watch it! Full of great songs and comedy, you will love it!

Also, anyone interested in Native American film - Tuesdays & Thursday at 8pm during the month of May, TCM will be showcasing: Native Americans depicted in film. Happy viewing.

Jaques · 05-08-2010, 06:11 AM

Not a classic movie, but these 3 sisters in l944, have a real talent i think you will enjoy - BUT give em a chance to sing their song lst, be patient and they will amaze you..........

.................Talk about Americas Got Talent, even simon cowell couldnt fail to be impressed

[nomedia]http://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PttvOqUE_FI[/nomedia]

Jet · 05-12-2010, 07:56 PM

High stakes poker!
Two great classics!
Great casts!
Cincinnati Kid and Big Hand for the Little Lady
Featuring Henry Fonda, Joanne Woodward, Steve McQueen, Edward G Robinson,
Joan Blondell and more!

Cincinnati Kid Summary (imdB)
In 1930s New Orleans, the Cincinnati Kid, a young stud poker player who travels from one big game to the next, stopping along the way up with various girls, is pitted against the legendary champion card-sharp Lancey Howard in a high-stakes poker game. Written by alfiehitchie

The film follows the story of a young poker player who comes to 30s New Orleans to face the best player of the country, the one known as "the Man". The Man has been the master of the game for many years now, so our "hero" thinks it is time for him to take his place. And he believes he can make it without the "help" a gangster offers. Written by Chris Makrozahopoulos <makzax@hotmail.com>

A naive couple and a child arrive to the town on the way to San Antonio, Texas to buy a farm there. There is a poker game between the richest men in the region. The man cannot resist it and though he is a very bad poker player, enters the game betting all the money of his family. In the climax of the game he suffers a heart-attack. His wife then takes his place in the table. That's the only way of recovering their savings. But there is a little problem. Can anybody explain her how to play poker? Written by Miguel A. Andrade <andrade@gredos.cnb.uam.es>

A Big Hand for the Little Lady (imBd)
A couple with a young son arrive in the town of Laredo, just as the five richest men of the area, are settling down to play the biggest game of poker of the year. When the wife disappears, the husband, after watching a few hands, joins in the game, only to lose most of the families savings. As the wife returns, he finds that he has dealt himself a winning hand, but does not have the cash to continue. In the following argument, he collapses, and his wife has no choice, but to continue with his hand, in order to win back their money, the only problem being, she can't play poker. Written by <mike.wilson6@btinternet.com>

Kätzchen · 05-13-2010, 01:58 AM

I just spent the last hour (or so) watching some of the best video clips of classic movies here! Some of these movies I have never seen before - only heard of - like, "An Affair to Remember" and there was a Hitchcock movie too, back several pages ago!

I liked Sophia Loren and Peter O'Toole in "Man of LaMancha" but I don't know if the movie is considered a classic?

I'm also a huge Doris Day fan! Pillow Talk, The Glass Bottom Boat, and With Six, You Get Eggroll are among my favorite movies that she stars in! I love her voice too!

I enjoyed spending time here tonight! Thanks to everyone here for all the great commentary and special thanks going out to Jet - for sharing all your talent and wealth of knowledge!!!

cinderella · 05-13-2010, 12:13 PM

I think this post would be more appropriate in the 'What are you listening to?' thread. This thread is exclusively for classic film discussion, video clips, etc.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jaques

Not a classic movie, but these 3 sisters in l944, have a real talent i think you will enjoy - BUT give em a chance to sing their song lst, be patient and they will amaze you..........

.................Talk about Americas Got Talent, even simon cowell couldnt fail to be impressed

http://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PttvOqUE_FI

cinderella · 05-13-2010, 12:28 PM

Lovely, first, to answer your ? on your rep post - yep, you guessed it, it's me Carmin, as I was known on the dash site, and the BFD site as well. Thought that name was getting a little rusty, so I reverted to my old alter-ego, Cinderella, lol.

Re your post here...I too love Doris, even tho she was a bit smaltzy and was in all those 'fluff' films with Rock, et al. A sidebar...Doris Day had a very successful career as a singer before entering film. She sang with a big band of the 40's - can't remember which one at the moment. She was in the band very early - I think she was about 19.

However, if you want to see the range of talent our girl Doris has, make a point to see 'Love Me or Leave Me'. Doris is fantastic in this. An added plus is James Cagney, his role in this is a nod to his 'gangster' films of the past. Both he and Doris give a tour-de-force performance. The story is based on the life of 20's big singing star Ruth Etting. I never heard of Ruth Etting until I saw this movie. I am going to google her on YouTube - hopefully they have some clips of her singing.

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Originally Posted by ALovelyKiss

I just spent the last hour (or so) watching some of the best video clips of classic movies here! Some of these movies I have never seen before - only heard of - like, "An Affair to Remember" and there was a Hitchcock movie too, back several pages ago!

I liked Sophia Loren and Peter O'Toole in "Man of LaMancha" but I don't know if the movie is considered a classic?

I'm also a huge Doris Day fan! Pillow Talk, The Glass Bottom Boat, and With Six, You Get Eggroll are among my favorite movies that she stars in! I love her voice too!

I enjoyed spending time here tonight! Thanks to everyone here for all the great commentary and special thanks going out to Jet - for sharing all your talent and wealth of knowledge!!!

Jet · 05-13-2010, 01:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cinderella

I think this post would be more appropriate in the 'What are you listening to?' thread. This thread is exclusively for classic film discussion, video clips, etc.

backatcha

Jet · 05-13-2010, 01:31 PM

may I comrade?

Quote:

Originally Posted by cinderella

Re your post here...I too love Doris, even tho she was a bit smaltzy and was in all those 'fluff' films with Rock, et al. A sidebar...Doris Day had a very successful career as a singer before entering film. She sang with a big band of the 40's - can't remember which one at the moment. She was in the band very early - I think she was about 19.

She was with Les Brown.

However, if you want to see the range of talent our girl Doris has, make a point to see 'Love Me or Leave Me'. Doris is fantastic in this. An added plus is James Cagney, his role in this is a nod to his 'gangster' films of the past. Both he and Doris give a tour-de-force performance. The story is based on the life of 20's big singing star Ruth Etting. I never heard of Ruth Etting until I saw this movie. I am going to google her on YouTube - hopefully they have some clips of her singing.

I love the movie because of the score— I have the music. With that, a reminder she appeared in "Young Man With a Horn" about the life of a musician, played Kirk Douglas.
The score is terrific and Harry James did the trumpet work for Douglas. It also stars Lauren Bacall and Hoagy Carmichael. (sp)
Great movie, great music.

cinderella · 05-13-2010, 01:46 PM

Why, of course, snookums...any lil' ol' thang your hunk-heart desires...

[QUOTE=Jet;105154]may I comrade?

Jet · 05-13-2010, 05:03 PM

you are so funny comrade...

see ya at the movies...

cinderella · 05-13-2010, 06:10 PM

Why do I always think of Garbo in Ninochka when you say that? lol

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Originally Posted by Jet

you are so funny comrade...

Jaques · 05-13-2010, 06:27 PM

.........and here's me in "Tipping the Velvet" - im the one on the right lol!

http://

cinderella · 05-13-2010, 06:58 PM

Jacques, a reminder of the OP's intent for this thread:

"Comment on anything, everything about classic movies from the 30s through the 70s. Share video clips of scenes from your favorite movies...."

'Tipping the Velvet' was a book written in 1998, and made into a mini-series on BBC TV in 2007. So, it doesn't belong in this thread. Perhaps you can start a thread of movies post-1970's.

Please respect the OP's intent. You have every right to post on this thread, but you do not have the right to ignore and disrespect the OP's purpose, which seems to be something you're repeatedly doing.

Jaques · 05-14-2010, 01:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cinderella

Jacques, a reminder of the OP's intent for this thread:

"Comment on anything, everything about classic movies from the 30s through the 70s. Share video clips of scenes from your favorite movies...."

'Tipping the Velvet' was a book written in 1998, and made into a mini-series on BBC TV in 2007. So, it doesn't belong in this thread. Perhaps you can start a thread of movies post-1970's.

Please respect the OP's intent. You have every right to post on this thread, but you do not have the right to ignore and disrespect the OP's purpose, which seems to be something you're repeatedly doing.

.........thank you for your reminder........tipping the velvet was set in a period prior to 1930's, i was thinking in those terms and someone used my face in the photo which i thought was funny..........i apologise most profusely for tarnishing the thread with my sense of humour

Kätzchen · 05-17-2010, 11:02 AM

Cinderella???

Did you watch any good movies over the weekend?
You know, I won't have much time over the next six
weeks of classes to watch full length films.
But I was thinking that if you had the time
or inclination, maybe you (or Jet) could post some cool movie clips
here for me to watch when I have a few moments to spare and need something to inspire me?

*pretty please???*

Thank you for filling me in about other Doris Day movies to watch!
In August, I will have three weeks off again and I will see if
I can find a few of her movies to check out!

Have a great day today, okay???

cinderella · 05-17-2010, 11:28 AM

Hey, you! Thanks for visiting the thread and your interest in classic movies - it always warms the cockles of my heart when anyone comes in here to post. As I've said many times, folks don't have to be knowledgeable at all - just an interest and an appreciation of what came before is enough. Jet, Graphita, I and anyone else who has extensive knowledge of classic film would be more then happy to educate you.

As for clips of films for you to see (they may spark an interest in you to see the complete movie), I will post some on occassion so you can see what you're missing.

Have a lovely day, and good luck with your studies.

As my cinema comrade Jet always says: See ya at the movies.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ALovelyKiss

Cinderella???

Did you watch any good movies over the weekend?
You know, I won't have much time over the next six
weeks of classes to watch full length films.
But I was thinking that if you had the time
or inclination, maybe you (or Jet) could post some cool movie clips
here for me to watch when I have a few moments to spare and need something to inspire me?

*pretty please???*

Thank you for filling me in about other Doris Day movies to watch!
In August, I will have three weeks off again and I will see if
I can find a few of her movies to check out!

Have a great day today, okay???

04-25-2010, 08:19 AM	#322
Julien Member How Do You Identify?: TG/GenderQueer Preferred Pronoun?: I'm flexible, but only up to a point. Relationship Status: Single Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Alabama, Gulf Coast area Posts: 1,007 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2,247 Thanked 2,702 Times in 737 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	TCM showed The Adventures of Robin Hood yesterday. I love the pairing of Errol Flynn and Olivia deHavilland. I didn't realized how vivid the color was in this film. It was great fun to watch again after a long time. How many of films have you seen with this duo? Captain Blood was their first film together. __________________ Julien “Self-plagiarism is style.” Alfred Hitchcock Formerly known as Graphiteta2s

04-25-2010, 09:12 AM	#323
cinderella Member How Do You Identify?: Pinky's mommy :) Preferred Pronoun?: Su Majestad Relationship Status: Happy with my puppy Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Pocono Mtns., Pa. Posts: 1,238 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 4 Thanked 1,501 Times in 638 Posts Rep Power: 14266108	Monty, I have seen several films with this duo, however I can't think of the titles off-hand. I believe the color is so vibrant because this is one of the many films TCM has been instrumental in having restored. TCM must be commended for being involved in this process, and being such a catalyst in bringing these films to the conscieneness of the general public. It is our country's history and must be preserved for future generations. I wish there was some way I could get directly involved in this endeavor other then just by monetay contributions. __________________ Who needs reality when you have Turner Classic Movies!! The is an organ of fire.

04-25-2010, 03:23 PM	#324
Julien Member How Do You Identify?: TG/GenderQueer Preferred Pronoun?: I'm flexible, but only up to a point. Relationship Status: Single Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Alabama, Gulf Coast area Posts: 1,007 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2,247 Thanked 2,702 Times in 737 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	[QUOTE=cinderella;91777][B][COLOR="Teal"]Monty, I have seen several films with this duo, however I can't think of the titles off-hand. They are: Captain Blood, Charge of the Light Brigade, Adventures of Robin Hood, Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex, They Died With Their Boots On, Dodge City, Santa Fe Trail, and Fours a Crowd. I had to go to IMDB for some of these. I remembered 6 of them. __________________ Julien “Self-plagiarism is style.” Alfred Hitchcock Formerly known as Graphiteta2s

05-06-2010, 08:20 PM	#325
cinderella Member How Do You Identify?: Pinky's mommy :) Preferred Pronoun?: Su Majestad Relationship Status: Happy with my puppy Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Pocono Mtns., Pa. Posts: 1,238 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 4 Thanked 1,501 Times in 638 Posts Rep Power: 14266108	Natalie Wood Fans - Heads Up!!! 'Gypsy' will be on TCM on Sunday, May 9 at 10pm. This is a musical, with a tremendous cast that includes the uncomparable Rosalind Russel, Karl Malden, and many others. It is a delightful film, and if you havent' seen it, do yourself a favor and watch it! Full of great songs and comedy, you will love it! Also, anyone interested in Native American film - Tuesdays & Thursday at 8pm during the month of May, TCM will be showcasing: Native Americans depicted in film. Happy viewing. __________________ Who needs reality when you have Turner Classic Movies!! The is an organ of fire.

05-08-2010, 06:11 AM	#326
Jaques Member How Do You Identify?: male/TG Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: England Posts: 220 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 51 Thanked 398 Times in 122 Posts Rep Power: 2583511	SOLID POTATOE SALAD Not a classic movie, but these 3 sisters in l944, have a real talent i think you will enjoy - BUT give em a chance to sing their song lst, be patient and they will amaze you.......... .................Talk about Americas Got Talent, even simon cowell couldnt fail to be impressed [nomedia]http://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PttvOqUE_FI[/nomedia]

05-12-2010, 07:56 PM	#327
Jet Timed Out - TOS Drama How Do You Identify?: .. Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: .. Posts: 3,471 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 292 Thanked 2,647 Times in 1,293 Posts Rep Power: 0	High stakes poker! Two great classics! Great casts! Cincinnati Kid and Big Hand for the Little Lady Featuring Henry Fonda, Joanne Woodward, Steve McQueen, Edward G Robinson, Joan Blondell and more! Cincinnati Kid Summary (imdB) In 1930s New Orleans, the Cincinnati Kid, a young stud poker player who travels from one big game to the next, stopping along the way up with various girls, is pitted against the legendary champion card-sharp Lancey Howard in a high-stakes poker game. Written by alfiehitchie The film follows the story of a young poker player who comes to 30s New Orleans to face the best player of the country, the one known as "the Man". The Man has been the master of the game for many years now, so our "hero" thinks it is time for him to take his place. And he believes he can make it without the "help" a gangster offers. Written by Chris Makrozahopoulos <makzax@hotmail.com> A naive couple and a child arrive to the town on the way to San Antonio, Texas to buy a farm there. There is a poker game between the richest men in the region. The man cannot resist it and though he is a very bad poker player, enters the game betting all the money of his family. In the climax of the game he suffers a heart-attack. His wife then takes his place in the table. That's the only way of recovering their savings. But there is a little problem. Can anybody explain her how to play poker? Written by Miguel A. Andrade <andrade@gredos.cnb.uam.es> A Big Hand for the Little Lady (imBd) A couple with a young son arrive in the town of Laredo, just as the five richest men of the area, are settling down to play the biggest game of poker of the year. When the wife disappears, the husband, after watching a few hands, joins in the game, only to lose most of the families savings. As the wife returns, he finds that he has dealt himself a winning hand, but does not have the cash to continue. In the following argument, he collapses, and his wife has no choice, but to continue with his hand, in order to win back their money, the only problem being, she can't play poker. Written by <mike.wilson6@btinternet.com>

05-13-2010, 01:58 AM	#328
Kätzchen Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: She, please. Relationship Status: Attached to my granddaughter & chosen friends and family.. Join Date: May 2010 Location: Enjoying life with my granddaughter & chosen friends and family. Posts: 16,091 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 29,733 Thanked 33,524 Times in 10,650 Posts Rep Power: 21474868	I just spent the last hour (or so) watching some of the best video clips of classic movies here! Some of these movies I have never seen before - only heard of - like, "An Affair to Remember" and there was a Hitchcock movie too, back several pages ago! I liked Sophia Loren and Peter O'Toole in "Man of LaMancha" but I don't know if the movie is considered a classic? I'm also a huge Doris Day fan! Pillow Talk, The Glass Bottom Boat, and With Six, You Get Eggroll are among my favorite movies that she stars in! I love her voice too! I enjoyed spending time here tonight! Thanks to everyone here for all the great commentary and special thanks going out to Jet - for sharing all your talent and wealth of knowledge!!!

05-13-2010, 01:46 PM	#333
cinderella Member How Do You Identify?: Pinky's mommy :) Preferred Pronoun?: Su Majestad Relationship Status: Happy with my puppy Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Pocono Mtns., Pa. Posts: 1,238 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 4 Thanked 1,501 Times in 638 Posts Rep Power: 14266108	Why, of course, snookums...any lil' ol' thang your hunk-heart desires... [QUOTE=Jet;105154]may I comrade? __________________ Who needs reality when you have Turner Classic Movies!! The is an organ of fire.

05-13-2010, 05:03 PM	#334
Jet Timed Out - TOS Drama How Do You Identify?: .. Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: .. Posts: 3,471 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 292 Thanked 2,647 Times in 1,293 Posts Rep Power: 0	you are so funny comrade... see ya at the movies...

05-13-2010, 06:27 PM	#336
Jaques Member How Do You Identify?: male/TG Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: England Posts: 220 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 51 Thanked 398 Times in 122 Posts Rep Power: 2583511	.........and here's me in "Tipping the Velvet" - im the one on the right lol! http://

05-13-2010, 06:58 PM	#337
cinderella Member How Do You Identify?: Pinky's mommy :) Preferred Pronoun?: Su Majestad Relationship Status: Happy with my puppy Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Pocono Mtns., Pa. Posts: 1,238 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 4 Thanked 1,501 Times in 638 Posts Rep Power: 14266108	Jacques, a reminder of the OP's intent for this thread: "Comment on anything, everything about classic movies from the 30s through the 70s. Share video clips of scenes from your favorite movies...." 'Tipping the Velvet' was a book written in 1998, and made into a mini-series on BBC TV in 2007. So, it doesn't belong in this thread. Perhaps you can start a thread of movies post-1970's. Please respect the OP's intent. You have every right to post on this thread, but you do not have the right to ignore and disrespect the OP's purpose, which seems to be something you're repeatedly doing. __________________ Who needs reality when you have Turner Classic Movies!! The is an organ of fire.

05-17-2010, 11:02 AM	#339
Kätzchen Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: She, please. Relationship Status: Attached to my granddaughter & chosen friends and family.. Join Date: May 2010 Location: Enjoying life with my granddaughter & chosen friends and family. Posts: 16,091 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 29,733 Thanked 33,524 Times in 10,650 Posts Rep Power: 21474868	*bump* Cinderella??? Did you watch any good movies over the weekend? You know, I won't have much time over the next six weeks of classes to watch full length films. But I was thinking that if you had the time or inclination, maybe you (or Jet) could post some cool movie clips here for me to watch when I have a few moments to spare and need something to inspire me? pretty please??? Thank you for filling me in about other Doris Day movies to watch! In August, I will have three weeks off again and I will see if I can find a few of her movies to check out! Have a great day today, okay???