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| Shane |
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| In truth, guys, I've missed ya'll too! |
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| Marc |
| Posted: Thu Apr 27, 2006 7:54 pm |
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| Eli Roth's HOSTEL has an interminable first 45 minutes of unfunny frat boy humor followed by 45 minutes of skincrawling splatter and torture. I have no idea who this film was made for. Its a fucking endurance test. With the exception of a couple of inventively staged gore scenes, this turd is a real stinker. |
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| Marc |
| Posted: Thu Apr 27, 2006 7:56 pm |
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Quote: In truth, guys, I've missed ya'll too!
In truth, I haven't missed you at all. In fact, its been a relief not having your inane bullshit cluttering this place up. |
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| Nancy |
| Posted: Thu Apr 27, 2006 7:57 pm |
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TCM is showing a Valentino marathon on May 21. Titles include:
Beyond the Rocks (1922)
On her honeymoon with an aging millionaire, a young woman falls for a handsome younger man. Cast: Gloria Swanson, Rudolph Valentino, Alec B. Francis. Dir: Sam Wood. (Check out Marilyn's review of this one on her blog.)
Moran of the Lady Letty (1922)
A playboy fights to save a young woman from the smugglers who have kidnapped them. Cast: Dorothy Dalton, Rudolph Valentino, Charles Brinley. Dir: George Melford. (I got this one on tape recently, but have yet to review it.)
Young Rajah, The (1922)
An All-American boy learns that he is really an Indian ruler and must desert his sweetheart to reclaim his throne. Cast: Rudolph Valentino, Wanda Hawley, Charles Ogle. Dir: Phil Rosen. (Presumably this is whatever footage survives of this film, which is otherwise lost.)
Delicious Little Devil, The (1919)
In this silent film, a roadhouse dancer has to prove to a rich businessman that she really loves his son. Cast: Mae Marsh, Rudolph Valentino, Harry L. Rattenberry. Dir: Robert Z. Leonard.
Stolen Moments (1920)
Love turns a young innocent into a blackmail victim and murder suspect. Cast: Marguerite Namara, Rudolph Valentino, Albert L. Barrett. Dir: James Vincent.
Conquering Power, The (1921)
In this silent film, a young man falls for his wicked uncle's stepdaughter. Cast: Alice Terry, Rudolph Valentino, Eric Mayne. Dir: Rex Ingram. BW-89 mins,
Four Horsemen Of The Apocalypse (1921)
In this silent film, a young Argentine fights for France, his father's country, in World War I. Cast: Rudolph Valentino, Alice Terry, Nigel De Brulier. Dir: Rex Ingram. BW-134 mins,
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| Shane |
| Posted: Thu Apr 27, 2006 10:55 pm |
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| After the kind of reviews like the one I just read, you have the nerve to call anything else inane? Talk about brass ones!! Marc get your head further from the nether worlds where the sun don't shine, that ain't roses your smelling! |
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| shannon |
| Posted: Thu Apr 27, 2006 10:58 pm |
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| mo_flixx |
| Posted: Thu Apr 27, 2006 11:17 pm |
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Nancy wrote: TCM is showing a Valentino marathon on May 21. Titles include:
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Young Rajah, The (1922)
An All-American boy learns that he is really an Indian ruler and must desert his sweetheart to reclaim his throne. Cast: Rudolph Valentino, Wanda Hawley, Charles Ogle. Dir: Phil Rosen. (Presumably this is whatever footage survives of this film, which is otherwise lost.)
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Four Horsemen Of The Apocalypse [/i](1921)
In this silent film, a young Argentine fights for France, his father's country, in World War I. Cast: Rudolph Valentino, Alice Terry, Nigel De Brulier. Dir: Rex Ingram. BW-134 mins,
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Too bad I don't get TCM.
I loved BOTH versions (including the one from the '50's) of the "Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse."
I would LOVE to see THE YOUNG RAJAH.
(Perhaps the time has come to subscribe to satellite. I live too far out of town to get cable. But it seems awfully expensive considering that I'm not home very much.) |
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| mo_flixx |
| Posted: Thu Apr 27, 2006 11:20 pm |
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| WHY NOT RE-MAKE 'THE YOUNG RAJAH' STARRING SHAH RUKH KHAN?? Sounds like a perfect project. |
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| Shane |
| Posted: Thu Apr 27, 2006 11:38 pm |
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The Eagle Has Landed (1976)
Directed by John Sturges
From the man who brought so much to the big screen starting with army documentaries and going on to the Magnificent Seven and the Great Escape, this was by far no weak film. Depending as he does with strong actors, he has brought out of a frustrated attempt to bring an amicable peace to the Second World War, a buddy flick. Throughout this visually captivating film threads stories of sacrifice and devotion all done in the name of loyalty. In the case of Col. Steiner (Michael Caine) and his crack paratroopers, it’s unquestionable duty to the people of Germany. While to Donald Pleasence, as Heinrich Himmler, being seen by the Fuehrer as loyal, to the point of treason, is his failing.
By far the most complicated role of devotion is that of the Irish collaborator, Liam Devlin, played with much zest by Donald Sutherland. While his accent can be off putting his feel for the role is remarkable. The shady side of Irish history in modern time is brought to a personal level by his portrayal of a man who doesn’t feel he is on the wrong team as long as it gets England out of Ireland and helps in uniting his homeland. These feelings run strong throughout the film to make us feel that there is much more to war then what is normally portrayed in the run of the mill 50’s army dramas. Of course this tilting of ones senses about the confrontation is helped immeasurably by the two dimensional commander, recent reservists from Mississippi, played not so believably at times by Larry Hagman, and the poor imitation of Sgt. Rock caricatured by Treet Williams. All in all as a buddy flick there are warm moments of devotion, “ It has been a privilege serving with you.” Says Col. Steiner as his men offer to stay and sacrifice themselves as a ploy so he may go and take care of Churchill who just happens to be down the road apiece. Even Robert Duvall gives his all as the German officer Col. Radl who shoulders the responsibility for sending Col. Steiner and his men on the mission. This is a wonderfully shot movie from a bit of the English countryside with just enough twists and plot changes to keep someone quite entertained. Oh did I mention that Col. Steiner kills…better wait on that. See it for the cast and director if not the cinematography. |
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| Marc |
| Posted: Fri Apr 28, 2006 2:00 am |
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| daffy |
| Posted: Fri Apr 28, 2006 2:21 am |
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Marc wrote: Quote: Good to see your post, Shane! You have been missed.
yes we need THIRD EYE's collective I.Q. decreased.
Marc wrote: Quote: In truth, guys, I've missed ya'll too!
In truth, I haven't missed you at all. In fact, its been a relief not having your inane bullshit cluttering this place up.
Marc wrote: shane,
you're an idiot.
What is the reason for this kind of treatment? |
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| jeremy |
| Posted: Fri Apr 28, 2006 2:30 am |
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| Marc |
| Posted: Fri Apr 28, 2006 2:32 am |
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Quote: What is the reason for this kind of treatment?
trust me. there are reasons. |
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| Shane |
| Posted: Fri Apr 28, 2006 2:48 am |
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| Daffy, I enjoyed your take on Eight Below. So much so that I'm going to pass on it. I love critter movies, even the penguins, and I hate to waste my time on the people cast crippling what could have been a worthwhile endeavor. |
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| Shane |
| Posted: Fri Apr 28, 2006 2:58 am |
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| Might try blue, my friend, it usually goes well with all my trousers. |
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