We went shopping for some of these classic dvds recently, I was desperate to see a great film, and specifically one of my favourites … I recall vividly the first time I saw Casablanca on screen. I was 10 years old, there was nothing else that interested me on tv and no one to play… Continue reading We’ll always have Casablanca and La Marsellaise
During his long and storied career, Wilder had an amazing knack for making films that were not only considered film classics but also model examples of their genre. Wilder defined the film noir genre with Double Indemnity. No one tackled the subject of Hollywood the way he did when he made Sunset Boulevard. With Stalag… Continue reading Stalag 17 is a Masterpiece
The Clock is a quiet, tender, beautiful film set during wartime with genuine performances from the beautiful and talented Judy Garland and her equally talented leading man, Robert Walker. The supporting cast adds to this film’s appeal. I first watched it when I was little more than 10 years old on a Saturday morning rerun… Continue reading The Clock is a Wartime Love Story That Tugs at the Heartstrings
Director John Sturgess’ The Great Escape is a classic. The book was written by Paul Brickhil and the screenplay by James Clavell. Favourite movie of all time? I’d say it’s right up there in the top 3. This is a war film based on actual events and it is historically accurate, more than it s… Continue reading The Great Escape – Amazing All-Star Ensemble, Excellent Direction and Superb Writing Makes This a Timeless Classic
During his long and storied career, Billy Wilder had a knack for making films that were not only considered film classics but were also model examples of their genre. Wilder defined the film noir with Double Indemnity. With Sunset Boulevard he made what is considered to be the best film ever made on Hollywood. Stalag… Continue reading Reminisces of a World War 2 POW – Stalag 17 is a Unique Blend of Cynicism, Comedy, Suspense and Drama
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