Old Movies

[Dr. Robert]

oh, yeah....I forgot....is CG not wearing the best grey suit ever???? fits like a glove, stayed good through out film!
the man had style

[rolio]

Period pieces; of earlier times; of earlier humor. Things which we find appealing are things we can somehow be drawn to for one reason or another. I like The Treasure of Sierra Madre, for example. I'm not a prospector panning for gold, but enjoy watching the character interaction, dialogue, and deep moral flaws they exhibit . And, of course, the famous line we all use now, "Badges? What badges? We don't need no stinking badges!"

[Vincent65]

classic Bogey!

[Oyster1982]

I love the movie "Its a Mad, Mad, Mad World".That movie has some of the best stars, and the worst operation of land/air vehicles I have ever scene. It was sad to see all those nice classic cars just wrecked in the movie.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by capote

While I do agree some movies can become dated, I think age isn't the most important aspect. Guy Richie's Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels or Finchers Fight Club are hopelessly dated but Hitchcock's Rebecca is not.

Fight Club is NOT dated, it was a seminal statement of intent, that men need to recover their nutsacks and fight back and find their place in the world again, that things dont own you, you own things. It is a timeless film with an important message and one we should never forget, esp here on trf.

[Cesium133]

Originally Posted by aksing

Fight Club is NOT dated, it was a seminal statement of intent, that men need to recover their nutsacks and fight back and find their place in the world again, that things dont own you, you own things. It is a timeless film with an important message and one we should never forget, esp here on trf.

While I agree with your sentiments that it is a great movie, I must remind you, The 1st Rule of Fight Club is...

[Art 1]

Originally Posted by rolio

Period pieces; of earlier times; of earlier humor. Things which we find appealing are things we can somehow be drawn to for one reason or another. I like The Treasure of Sierra Madre, for example. I'm not a prospector panning for gold, but enjoy watching the character interaction, dialogue, and deep moral flaws they exhibit . And, of course, the famous line we all use now, "Badges? What badges? We don't need no stinking badges!"

One of my favorite movies, watched it the other day. I love old movies. Casablanca being my favorite.

[joeychitwood]

We watched Vertigo one evening with friends, after which I watched nearly every movie Hitchcock made. Rear Window is probably my favorite.

[jatco]

Originally Posted by joeychitwood

We watched Vertigo one evening with friends, after which I watched nearly every movie Hitchcock made. Rear Window is probably my favorite.

2 of many classics by Hitchcock...
It was when cinema was cinema...for the time and place... VS the movies produced today, yet those of today, will probably become 'classics' in their own right...come then...!! (perhaps)

[Dr. Robert]

IMHO, the films of the late 40's,50's & 60's were the golden age of cinema....& Hitch had some great ones........Notorious, Dial M For Murder, Rear Window, To Catch A Thief,
Vertigo, North By Northwest, Psycho, The Birds.......and an early one of his that's still a favorite of mine...The 39 Steps.
Humans....real, no CGI @#$%......bah humbug I haven't seen a good film since Lawrence of Arabia.

[capote]

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

IMHO, the films of the late 40's,50's & 60's were the golden age of cinema....& Hitch had some great ones........Notorious, Dial M For Murder, Rear Window, To Catch A Thief,
Vertigo, North By Northwest, Psycho, The Birds.......and an early one of his that's still a favorite of mine...The 39 Steps.
Humans....real, no CGI @#$%......bah humbug I haven't seen a good film since Lawrence of Arabia.

All great movies, I went through some film noirs from the 40's not long ago, Blue Dahlia, The Big Sleep and some others. Excellent movies. The 70's also had alot to offer, I saw Hearts of Darkness the other day, a documentary on the production of Apocalyps Now. Unbelievable that it was ever completed

[GradyPhilpott]

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

oh, yeah....I forgot....is CG not wearing the best grey suit ever???? fits like a glove, stayed good through out film!
the man had style

Not only that, but there seems to be a limitless supply of crumpled bills of all denominations in Grant's pockets.

He even takes time to tip the waiter in the dining car before he evades the police.

I haven't finished the film, yet, but it's pretty engrossing.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by Cesium133

While I agree with your sentiments that it is a great movie, I must remind you, The 1st Rule of Fight Club is...

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

IMHO, the films of the late 40's,50's & 60's were the golden age of cinema....& Hitch had some great ones........Notorious, Dial M For Murder, Rear Window, To Catch A Thief,
Vertigo, North By Northwest, Psycho, The Birds.......and an early one of his that's still a favorite of mine...The 39 Steps.
Humans....real, no CGI @#$%......bah humbug I haven't seen a good film since Lawrence of Arabia.

Out of all Hitchs movies I have to say Psycho is the standout for me, I watched that in the 90s thinking a 60s film is never gonna truly scare me now, but damn when Norman Bates emerged as his mother yeah that really freaked me out. For its time it was a helluva daring and innovative movie.

[AK797]

Of all the B/W films I have to say my fav is 12 Angry Men. To film that in basically just 2 rooms, like a play, and to keep it intriguing and suspenseful was a great piece of film making.

[wantonebad]

Originally Posted by AK797

Of all the B/W films I have to say my fav is 12 Angry Men. To film that in basically just 2 rooms, like a play, and to keep it intriguing and suspenseful was a great piece of film making.

Yup I agree, tremendous movie!!

However 12 angry mean IS dated at this point. I'm not saying we're cured of racism or that class and social rankings don't happen anymore but Jury pools, the selection process and even the way strangers interact in the movie has no bearing on current day. Not to mention that if there were no AC in a jury room everyone would go home until it was fixed LOL

It's a great film and a murderers row of acting talent but it doesn't translate to modern day. I'm almost 50 and it's a movie for my grand-parents. The theme is solid and the intent pure but you're not going to get many teenagers to take it seriously. JMHO

[AK797]

I agree it is a bit dated now but it was a wonderful film of its time as it was a great story expertly told and beautifully acted. In truth I think nearly every film made before 1970 is dated now but I place more value on story, directing and acting.

[capote]

Originally Posted by AK797

Of all the B/W films I have to say my fav is 12 Angry Men. To film that in basically just 2 rooms, like a play, and to keep it intriguing and suspenseful was a great piece of film making.

Yes, I agree it is a good one. Speaking of courtroom dramas it is tough to beat Judgment at Nuremburg IMO. Excellent actors, important subject

[AzPaul]

Originally Posted by capote

Yes, I agree it is a good one. Speaking of courtroom dramas it is tough to beat Judgment at Nuremburg IMO. Excellent actors, important subject

"Were we deaf, dumb, blind?!!!"

[SUBversive]

Speaking of court room dramas: is "the verdict" considered an old movie yet?

Also sad to see the venerable Locke ober close....

[springer]

Originally Posted by AK797

Of all the B/W films I have to say my fav is 12 Angry Men. To film that in basically just 2 rooms, like a play, and to keep it intriguing and suspenseful was a great piece of film making.

Bingo! We have a winner! 12 Angry Men, what an outstanding movie.

[jatco]

Originally Posted by springer

Bingo! We have a winner! 12 Angry Men, what an outstanding movie.

A true classic.. with classic actors.. Henry Fonda, an Icon, still today..(who also produced, for the 1st time, '12 Angry Men' )..along with Lee J.Cobb..and a cast of greats..
Some of these films will forever be classics...and viewed all the time..!!

[gypsy jim]

Cary Grant is so smooth, just the way he moves. I love Hitchcock also. My favorites include Dial "M" for Murder, It Takes a Thief, and The Birds. Grace Kelly, Tippi Hedren, and Suzanne Pleshette

[Rock]

While we are talking about favourites, I'd list Gregory Peck and Robert Mitchum as two of my favourite actors from the 50s/60s. Consequently Cape Fear is a favourite movie.
Both these guys are always convincing in their roles. I also liked De Niro in the remake, but then who doesn't like De Niro.

[jatco]

...Cape Fear is a classic.. both the original and the DeNiro 'remake' .. (which I think, is more entense than the original..) - but also updated..
Some remakes 'work' ..others miss the mark... - This one works.....imo..!

[joe100]

The Train, John Frankenheimer, with Burt Lancaster. Doesn't get much better than that!

[jatco]

Originally Posted by joe100

The Train, John Frankenheimer, with Burt Lancaster. Doesn't get much better than that!

Burt Lancaster. - Wow.. Cant get much better than him... Love all is movies..
Elmer Gantry, The Rainmaker, From Here to Eternity - a real classic... Geeze..!!

[Demosthene]

Originally Posted by Rock

While we are talking about favourites, I'd list Gregory Peck and Robert Mitchum as two of my favourite actors from the 50s/60

You have seen Night of the Hunter right?

[AK797]

Originally Posted by Demosthene

You have seen Night of the Hunter right?

I have, excellent movie and terrifying too.

And lets not forget Casablanca, an absolute gem, with maybe the greatest twist and uplifting ending in silver screen history. And when they sing the Marseillaise against the Fatherland well Im not French but even that made me proud to be of the Allies

[Rock]

Originally Posted by Demosthene

You have seen Night of the Hunter right?

No - just looked it up on Rotten Tomatoes. (98%.) Will have to get hold of this. You have to love the '50s style superlative laden trailer on Tomatoes.

[Boopie]

I agree that some movies don't hold up well. Others are highly regarded because they were trailblazers at the time, but are harder to watch now (Citizen Kane?).

I have to say that "Vertigo" left me underwhelmed, although I love Jimmy Stewart.

We recently saw "The Big Sleep" and I loved it (plot holes and all). We also thoroughly enjoyed "Sullivan's Travels" (the message is very relevant for today), "Charade" (Cary Grant) and "To Catch A Thief" (Cary Grant again).

As much as I totally love Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers in "Swing Time" and "Top Hat" (movie dancing perfection), the non-dancing scenes of those movies do not hold up well. "Swing Time" probably does better than the others.

I think that "Wizard of Oz" and "Singing in the Rain" are fantastic, and hold up well, while I think "An American in Paris" drags.

To go way, way back, I recently saw Charlie Chaplin's "The Kid." It was great, and I never would have thought that a 90-year-old film could bring tears to my eyes. The ending did.

Now that I have younger children, I do appreciate older movies because I can watch them with them without worrying about excessive violence, sex, nudity, or language. We saw "Treasure of the Sierra Madre" with our boys (ages 7 and 10) last year and they loved it. Obviously, there was quite a bit of violence in the movie (including an off-screen beheading) but it was done so well that we knew what was going on without blood and gore flying around. The movie effectively conveyed its message about greed.