Classic movies that lived up to their reputation once you finally saw them
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EclipseAg said:I had always wanted to watch "Zulu" and this thread reminded me to do so. Found it free on Amazon Prime.agz win said:
Held up:
Zulu (1964)
Although the actual battle scenes lack authenticity by today's standards, the movie holds up well. Lots of tension as the British soldiers wait to be attacked. And the movie builds out the characters nicely.
Plus, the scenery is beautiful.
On a big movie screen it is amazing, like Giant and Ben Hur.
The Shining does NOT hold up IMO. It's a good movie, but it is not a horror movie. Because I had so many people tell me how scary it was, and then to watch it... I was very let down.
Once Upon a Time in the West.
Saw it as a kid and didn't care for it, but then later was able to appreciate how great it is.
Saw it as a kid and didn't care for it, but then later was able to appreciate how great it is.
Carlo4 said:
The Shining does NOT hold up IMO. It's a good movie, but it is not a horror movie. Because I had so many people tell me how scary it was, and then to watch it... I was very let down.
I know Kubrick essentially abused her but shelley Duvall was a beating to watch for 2+ hours
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"91a: You are so classy." -abl
"and i find myself agreeing with 91 yet again..." -Gramercy Riffs
I think The Shining is an absolute bore and not scary at all.
I've always thought Kubrick was overrated.
The first two Godfather movies were what first came to mind.
Then I started thinking Star Wars is probably the best answer to this question. Made nearly 50 years ago and even elementary school kids still love seeing it for the first time. That to me is incredible.
Dances with Wolves, Tombstone, and Schindler's List were in the theaters when I was in elementary school so I didn't watch them until many years later....all three absolutely stand up.
I couldn't get through Citizen Kane or Gone With the Wind.
Then I started thinking Star Wars is probably the best answer to this question. Made nearly 50 years ago and even elementary school kids still love seeing it for the first time. That to me is incredible.
Dances with Wolves, Tombstone, and Schindler's List were in the theaters when I was in elementary school so I didn't watch them until many years later....all three absolutely stand up.
I couldn't get through Citizen Kane or Gone With the Wind.
I stumbled on to watching The Maltese Falcon earlier this year, so didn't go into it with high expectations, and remembered being talked about as a great older movie. I must have missed something. I don't get it at all.
I hear Tombstone mentioned a lot as people's most favorite movie. I've stumbled on that one a few times, so I haven't watched it from the beginning, and maybe I'm missing something on the plot. But it's not the plot that bothers me. It's primarily the HORRENDOUSLY bad southern accents spewing from every single actor in that movie. Distractingly bad. Ruins the entire movie right there. Second is the perfect dress and makeup of everyone. I can't look at any character and not forget I'm watching a cover girl talking on a movie set. Also horrible. There's no way for me to put all that aside and start believing in any of these characters at all. As a contrast, compare to Josey Wales. That's a totally believable cinematography that I can believe enough to get drawn into the story.
I hear Tombstone mentioned a lot as people's most favorite movie. I've stumbled on that one a few times, so I haven't watched it from the beginning, and maybe I'm missing something on the plot. But it's not the plot that bothers me. It's primarily the HORRENDOUSLY bad southern accents spewing from every single actor in that movie. Distractingly bad. Ruins the entire movie right there. Second is the perfect dress and makeup of everyone. I can't look at any character and not forget I'm watching a cover girl talking on a movie set. Also horrible. There's no way for me to put all that aside and start believing in any of these characters at all. As a contrast, compare to Josey Wales. That's a totally believable cinematography that I can believe enough to get drawn into the story.
Agree about Star Wars IV. Some, not all, of the special effects look better than those of the later films mainly because the spaceships were real, just small.AgRyan04 said:
The first two Godfather movies were what first came to mind.
Then I started thinking Star Wars is probably the best answer to this question. Made nearly 50 years ago and even elementary school kids still love seeing it for the first time. That to me is incredible.
Dances with Wolves, Tombstone, and Schindler's List were in the theaters when I was in elementary school so I didn't watch them until many years later....all three absolutely stand up.
I couldn't get through Citizen Kane or Gone With the Wind.
Last week on my flight from Houston to Medellin, I finally watched Casablanca.
I'm not saying that I wish I would have watched it 30 years ago but, at age 55, I thought Casablanca was outstanding. I probably did need to be an older person to really appreciate it.
I don't know if there's another Bogart movie I need to watch but, he definitely lived up to his reputation playing Rick.
I'm not saying that I wish I would have watched it 30 years ago but, at age 55, I thought Casablanca was outstanding. I probably did need to be an older person to really appreciate it.
I don't know if there's another Bogart movie I need to watch but, he definitely lived up to his reputation playing Rick.
The Maltese Falcon is pretty great
The French Connection
I saw some people mention Vertigo and Rear Window in a negative light.
I'm not as a big of a fan of Vertigo as some critics (it was good but not great. IMO)
But I can't see how anyone doesn't love Rear Window. Great movie.
I'm not as a big of a fan of Vertigo as some critics (it was good but not great. IMO)
But I can't see how anyone doesn't love Rear Window. Great movie.
I finally watched Borat over the weekend. Not sure what I expected. That wasn't it. So wrong. So hilarious.
Nice!
Nice!
Wes97 said:
I saw some people mention Vertigo and Rear Window in a negative light.
I'm not as a big of a fan of Vertigo as some critics (it was good but not great. IMO)
But I can't see how anyone doesn't love Rear Window. Great movie.
I like them both but really enjoyed North By Northwest
Bruce Almighty said:
I think The Shining is an absolute bore and not scary at all.
Exceeded the hype:
- Jaws: saw the imax 50th anniversary showing this summer and it was awesome.
- French Connection
- Godfather
- Godfather P2
- High and Low
- Jaws: saw the imax 50th anniversary showing this summer and it was awesome.
- French Connection
- Godfather
- Godfather P2
- High and Low
Since my first post, I have watched The Maltese Falcon. I will say it lived up to the hype but it is likely I won't watch it again.
- The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
- The Third Man
- Singin' in the Rain
“Things weren’t gentle and politically correct in those days. We weren’t candy asses. Okay?”
-Frank Borman
“Who are you to doubt El Dandy? ‘Cause this guy’s a serious professional.”
-Bret Hart
-Frank Borman
“Who are you to doubt El Dandy? ‘Cause this guy’s a serious professional.”
-Bret Hart
PDEMDHC said:Bruce Almighty said:
I think The Shining is an absolute bore and not scary at all.
The book is way better.
HollywoodBQ said:
Last week on my flight from Houston to Medellin, I finally watched Casablanca.
I'm not saying that I wish I would have watched it 30 years ago but, at age 55, I thought Casablanca was outstanding. I probably did need to be an older person to really appreciate it.
I don't know if there's another Bogart movie I need to watch but, he definitely lived up to his reputation playing Rick.
For extra credit, my son had to watch a movie made during WWII. I suggested Casablanca. He didn't really want to watch it, but the choices are limited. I told him to give it a chance. After he watched it, he said, "Wow. That was really good." If people can just get past that it is black and white, the story is actually really incredible. Very timeless for almost any age group. What makes it more impressive is that is was written and filmed in the middle of the war.
Win At Life said:
I stumbled on to watching The Maltese Falcon earlier this year, so didn't go into it with high expectations, and remembered being talked about as a great older movie. I must have missed something. I don't get it at all.
I hear Tombstone mentioned a lot as people's most favorite movie. I've stumbled on that one a few times, so I haven't watched it from the beginning, and maybe I'm missing something on the plot. But it's not the plot that bothers me. It's primarily the HORRENDOUSLY bad southern accents spewing from every single actor in that movie. Distractingly bad. Ruins the entire movie right there. Second is the perfect dress and makeup of everyone. I can't look at any character and not forget I'm watching a cover girl talking on a movie set. Also horrible. There's no way for me to put all that aside and start believing in any of these characters at all. As a contrast, compare to Josey Wales. That's a totally believable cinematography that I can believe enough to get drawn into the story.
2.5 years later, but as for your take on Tombstone:
I see a bad Tombstone take, I kill the man sayin' it!!!
Nah - Tombstone to me was always more of an action movie than a true western. Iconic and epic and awesome, and insanely quotable. Turn off your brain and enjoy!
Nah - Tombstone to me was always more of an action movie than a true western. Iconic and epic and awesome, and insanely quotable. Turn off your brain and enjoy!
Win At Life said:
I stumbled on to watching The Maltese Falcon earlier this year, so didn't go into it with high expectations, and remembered being talked about as a great older movie. I must have missed something. I don't get it at all.
I hear Tombstone mentioned a lot as people's most favorite movie. I've stumbled on that one a few times, so I haven't watched it from the beginning, and maybe I'm missing something on the plot. But it's not the plot that bothers me. It's primarily the HORRENDOUSLY bad southern accents spewing from every single actor in that movie. Distractingly bad. Ruins the entire movie right there. Second is the perfect dress and makeup of everyone. I can't look at any character and not forget I'm watching a cover girl talking on a movie set. Also horrible. There's no way for me to put all that aside and start believing in any of these characters at all. As a contrast, compare to Josey Wales. That's a totally believable cinematography that I can believe enough to get drawn into the story.
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Win At Life said:
I stumbled on to watching The Maltese Falcon earlier this year, so didn't go into it with high expectations, and remembered being talked about as a great older movie. I must have missed something. I don't get it at all.
I hear Tombstone mentioned a lot as people's most favorite movie. I've stumbled on that one a few times, so I haven't watched it from the beginning, and maybe I'm missing something on the plot. But it's not the plot that bothers me. It's primarily the HORRENDOUSLY bad southern accents spewing from every single actor in that movie. Distractingly bad. Ruins the entire movie right there. Second is the perfect dress and makeup of everyone. I can't look at any character and not forget I'm watching a cover girl talking on a movie set. Also horrible. There's no way for me to put all that aside and start believing in any of these characters at all. As a contrast, compare to Josey Wales. That's a totally believable cinematography that I can believe enough to get drawn into the story.
Add me to the list of people that think Tombstone is overrated.
I'm in the Tombstone is overrated crowd. A few good one liners, but otherwise, meh.
Best Tombstone quote is from BBT dealing cards
It's like I'm playing cards with brothers' kids or something, you nerve wracking sonsa*****es.
It's like I'm playing cards with brothers' kids or something, you nerve wracking sonsa*****es.
Leonard Part 6
Absolutely LOVE "Tombstone".
The Godfather movies I found boring. It's probably because I have seen so many mafia movies over the years before seeing the Godfather.
"Goodfellas" is a MUCH better mafia movie, to me.
The Godfather movies I found boring. It's probably because I have seen so many mafia movies over the years before seeing the Godfather.
"Goodfellas" is a MUCH better mafia movie, to me.
The Godfather is one I first watched at 24... loved it from the first watch.
12 Angry Men is one we watched my senior year of high school, back in '05, after reading the play. I, and everyone else in the class, was mesmerized from the start. One of the few black and white classics I truly think is worth the hype it gets.
12 Angry Men is one we watched my senior year of high school, back in '05, after reading the play. I, and everyone else in the class, was mesmerized from the start. One of the few black and white classics I truly think is worth the hype it gets.
AustinAg2K said:HollywoodBQ said:
Last week on my flight from Houston to Medellin, I finally watched Casablanca.
I'm not saying that I wish I would have watched it 30 years ago but, at age 55, I thought Casablanca was outstanding. I probably did need to be an older person to really appreciate it.
I don't know if there's another Bogart movie I need to watch but, he definitely lived up to his reputation playing Rick.
For extra credit, my son had to watch a movie made during WWII. I suggested Casablanca. He didn't really want to watch it, but the choices are limited. I told him to give it a chance. After he watched it, he said, "Wow. That was really good." If people can just get past that it is black and white, the story is actually really incredible. Very timeless for almost any age group. What makes it more impressive is that is was written and filmed in the middle of the war.
I thought it did a good job of portraying the desperation of people trying to escape. Also, the fact that the War was an equalizing factor in many ways for the haves and have nots.
And the fact that Germany needed neutral sites to be able to conduct business - rather than just come in and level the place.
Also, the fact that in some countries, as long as everyone is getting paid, certain rules don't apply.
And of course the romance angle.
HollywoodBQ said:
Last week on my flight from Houston to Medellin, I finally watched Casablanca.
I'm not saying that I wish I would have watched it 30 years ago but, at age 55, I thought Casablanca was outstanding. I probably did need to be an older person to really appreciate it.
I don't know if there's another Bogart movie I need to watch but, he definitely lived up to his reputation playing Rick.
I saw Casablanca on the big screen in Austin 20 years ago. Totally different from TV. Very clever and subtle. As far as other Bogart films, Maltese Falcon (check out the book) and Treasure of the Sierra Madre (also check out the book) are excellent.
gggmann said:
Rashomon
That's not how I remember it.
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