The town occupied by the nazi’s in This Land is Mine, could be any European city. The mayor, Henry Manville, (Thurston Hall), could be any politician, presiding over a subjugated populace. Mayor Manville, wants a type of control. He is willing to sacrifice freedom and his soul, cooperating with Major Erich von Keller, (Walter Slezak).
The Big Store is the tenth entry in The Marx Brothers stable of films. It is a worthy one. The story is a standard one for The Marx Brothers, chaos, with some plot. This plot involves a change of ownership of a department store. There isn’t a strong story, just general comic chaos. Tony Martin
Errol Flynn had become a star when this film was released. The movie is for the most part, a standard melodrama. The presence of Flynn carries the film. Another Dawn does have screen veterans, Kay Francis and Ian Hunter. They play a couple, Col. John Lister and Julia Ashton Wister. They are in a loveless
Another Dawn (1937) Errol Flynn Kay Francis Ian Hunter Director-William Diertele Read More »
Dark Victory stars Bette Davis as doomed heiress, Judith Traherne. She lives a life of luxury. She has two suitors, Michael O’Leary, (Humphrey Bogart), and Eric, (Ronald Reagan). This was before both actors became stars. They are both good in their supporting roles. Judith’s best friend is her secretary, Ann King, (Geraldine Fitzgerald). She appears
Irena Dubrovna, (Simone Simone) and Oliver Reed, (Kent Smith), seem to be perfect for each other. The trouble is Irena has a problem. She believes the folklore of her Serbian heritage, involving witchcraft and big cats. She believes she can become a large cat, when angered or becoming jealous.This strange obsession, doesn’t deter Oliver. He
The two stars of The Three Musketeers, are Douglas Fairbanks and the movie sets. Douglas Fairbanks, brings D’Artagnan to life, in this silent version of the book. He does terrific stunts, and is excellent in the swordplay throughout the movie. The movie’s sets loom large, especially Louis XIII’s castle. Even King Louis, (Adolphe Menjou), seems
Rudy is the true story of Daniel (Rudy) Ruettiger, (Sean Astin). He attended Notre Dame university in the the seventies. It isn’t just a story about a normal student. It is a story Hollywood loves. Rudy is a little guy, who loves Notre Dame football. He wants nothing more than to play for his beloved
Rudy (1993) Sean Astin Jon Favreau Ned Beatty Charles S. Dutton Director-David Anspaugh Read More »
John Ford earned respect, by making movies like The Informer. It is a very strong drama set in Ireland, during the rebellion of 1922. The movie shows the harsh conditions of the people under British occupation. It also brings out how little life can mean, when it comes to money. The main character is Gypo
Who is responsible for James Stewart becoming a great actor? He worked with Alfred Hitchcock, who is considered by many to be a great director. Stewart was given in these films, (four), opportunities to play various personalities. They ranged from influential college professor to a detective, with a fear of heights. The master of suspense,
John Ford was born with a camera in his hand. This could be what a person viewing Drums Along the Mohawk, might think. He was able to show various degrees of human emotion in this movie. The action scenes are very well done. He captures Henry Fonda’s sense of urgency, as well as his state