tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post6970672288429238054..comments2024-03-08T18:49:51.289-05:00Comments on Classic Film and TV Café: The Best Movies You May Have Never Seen (January 2016)Rick29http://www.blogger.com/profile/08358116647815569722noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-4017397044071839732016-02-04T22:05:57.944-05:002016-02-04T22:05:57.944-05:00"Ghost Breakers": I like the old Hope mo..."Ghost Breakers": I like the old Hope movies and had only seen this once, long ago. Downloaded a version recently, alas the video/audio was so out of synch as to make it unwatchable. Also a shout for Red Skelton's "Whistling" movies of the same era.Ronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00452222696907771602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-82256557942663523862016-02-02T21:15:29.055-05:002016-02-02T21:15:29.055-05:00I just saw Murder, He Says last month during TCM&#...I just saw Murder, He Says last month during TCM's MacMurray tribute and it was a spry, odd little number though I preferred Pardon My Past which was another new film of his I caught last month. It was a real charmer.joel65913https://www.blogger.com/profile/14526657073681774683noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-23762586311168115272016-01-30T17:12:21.751-05:002016-01-30T17:12:21.751-05:00I saw "Murder, He Says" as a kid and hav...I saw "Murder, He Says" as a kid and have never forgotten it. I need to track it down and watch it again! Thanks for reminding me.Jennifer Garlenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05400915069469993143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-63313255095447547422016-01-29T16:42:54.998-05:002016-01-29T16:42:54.998-05:00Rick, "Scott of the Antarctic" has the p...Rick, "Scott of the Antarctic" has the perfect cast, and making this film must have been a gruelling experience for them. I'm curious to hear your thoughts on it if you do have the chance to see it! :)Silver Screeningshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04955048716754142299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-11451891402388436932016-01-29T16:41:23.661-05:002016-01-29T16:41:23.661-05:00Yes, please add "Scott of the Antarctic"...Yes, please add "Scott of the Antarctic". It's really worth it. I have to add "Murder, He Says" to my list! It's getting rave review in the comment section, no?Silver Screeningshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04955048716754142299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-34909039517920490082016-01-29T16:33:02.238-05:002016-01-29T16:33:02.238-05:00Ha ha! Scott of the Sahara! Excellent!!Ha ha! Scott of the Sahara! Excellent!!Silver Screeningshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04955048716754142299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-56508658492812960342016-01-29T10:40:37.328-05:002016-01-29T10:40:37.328-05:00I've seen neither of these, but they sound int...I've seen neither of these, but they sound intriguing! Gotta add them to the many films on my TBV (to-be-viewed) list! :)Debbihttp://www.debbimacktoo.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-17590207908914830352016-01-29T00:56:17.341-05:002016-01-29T00:56:17.341-05:00Thanks for the kind words, toto2. Anyone who likes...Thanks for the kind words, toto2. Anyone who likes mysteries like Hound of the Baskervilles or offbeat comedies like Arsenic and Old Lace should definitely give Murder, He Says a look-see.Gary Cahallhttp://www.moviefanfare.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-46579075433682324002016-01-29T00:47:24.735-05:002016-01-29T00:47:24.735-05:00And thank you, Silver Screenings, for your Scott o...And thank you, Silver Screenings, for your Scott of the Antarctic review. As much as I enjoy "Man vs. Nature" adventure films, the closest I ever got to this was Monty Python's "Scott of the Sahara" sketch. I've got to check it out before all the snow in Philly is done melting.Gary Cahallhttp://www.moviefanfare.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-13512258915580872322016-01-28T21:32:35.974-05:002016-01-28T21:32:35.974-05:00I have never seen SCOTT OF THE ANTARCTIC, but will...I have never seen SCOTT OF THE ANTARCTIC, but will now be looking for it. That is an incredible cast--l'm a huge fan of John Mills, James Robertson Justice, and Christopher Lee. And I love a gripping, fact-based tale. MURDER, HE SAYS is a wonderful--slightly dark--comedy. Fred is perfectly cast and Helen Walker is immensely charming. But my favorite performance may have been Peter Whitney as the twins. He was so good that I had to look up the cast to confirm same actor was playing both Mert and Bert. That darn song was in my head for a couple of days! And it does sound like All a Things Considered!Rick29https://www.blogger.com/profile/08358116647815569722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-44563433438466029332016-01-28T14:58:35.433-05:002016-01-28T14:58:35.433-05:00Scott of the Antarctic is a terrific film. I hope ...Scott of the Antarctic is a terrific film. I hope you get the chance to see it... Just be sure to have a cup of hot tea handy – you can almost feel that cold wind coming through the screen!Silver Screeningshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04955048716754142299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-3972947120848318102016-01-28T14:39:21.573-05:002016-01-28T14:39:21.573-05:00Yes, Scott of the Antarctic really does leave a &q...Yes, Scott of the Antarctic really does leave a "chilly" impression on a person. I can't watch it without putting on a sweater!Silver Screeningshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04955048716754142299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-41881523675740113332016-01-28T14:37:58.943-05:002016-01-28T14:37:58.943-05:00It really is an underrated gem, as you put it. Fir...It really is an underrated gem, as you put it. First-rate filmmaking, as are so many British films from that era. I came across this by chance, on a "History in Film" DVD collection for $10.00!Silver Screeningshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04955048716754142299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-15789023203174203312016-01-28T14:37:17.195-05:002016-01-28T14:37:17.195-05:00I haven't seen "Scott of the Antarctic&qu...I haven't seen "Scott of the Antarctic" but really enjoyed reading Silver Screenings' post. <br /><br />"Murder, He Says" is a fun little mystery. It made me think of "The Hound of the Baskervilles" with a country bent. I thought Fred warmed up to his role especially when Helen showed up. This was an excellent choice for a best movie you may have never seen selection. Great job, Gary!toto2https://www.blogger.com/profile/09652682900471649463noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-73204222408088246562016-01-28T14:35:46.474-05:002016-01-28T14:35:46.474-05:00"Murder, He Says" sounds like a terrific..."Murder, He Says" sounds like a terrific film, especially if it has Fred MacMurray! Thanks for this recommendation.Silver Screeningshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04955048716754142299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-53405925259032943742016-01-28T11:14:46.865-05:002016-01-28T11:14:46.865-05:00Great picks....Scott of the Antarctic is a really ...Great picks....Scott of the Antarctic is a really underrated gem. In fact, almost all British classics are neglected by American film viewers, even us fans.The Metzinger Sistershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10728879307994086409noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-45089511202313599352016-01-28T10:22:00.112-05:002016-01-28T10:22:00.112-05:00Something for everyone.
I recall seeing "Sco...Something for everyone.<br /><br />I recall seeing "Scott of the Antarctic" in my teen years and the sense of cold has stayed with me. Ruth has convinced me that the movie should not remain a memory, but a new and adventurous experience.<br /><br />Gary's selection of "Murder, He Says" has reminded me why, despite the homey vibe of "Green Acres", etc., hillbilly country is not on my travel wish list. Caftan Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.com