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jhiggy23 · 07-01-2014, 02:25 AM

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Originally Posted by jlk5844

I've had very mixed experience with silent comedies. For example, I loved The Kid, but that one also had some emotion behind it and I connected with that. Many fall flat for me, however. I think it's just discovering those few diamonds in the rough because I'm not a big fan of the genre.

I think the Gold Rush and City Lights equal The Kid's emotion. I think the Circus also has an emotional hook.

Al_The_Strange · 07-01-2014, 02:28 AM

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This one is on my CC wishlist right now but I haven't heard enough about it (and I don't recall seeing much on it on IMDB and other sites but I haven't checked in a while).

I keep passing it over when buying CC releases, but it still interests me.

I haven't heard much either, but it caught my eye. Most historical epics and dramas seem to. In fact, that's how I got into Criterion in the first place, when I got the box set with Ivan the Terrible and Alexander Nevsky (in fact, why the heck aren't those on Blu-Ray already?!

). Then I discovered Kurosawa, and The Seventh Seal, Beauty and the Beast, the Trilogy of Life, and most recently Marketa Lazarova...I guess I'm a genre fan.

jhiggy23 · 07-01-2014, 02:28 AM

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Well, I watched La notte on Hulu just earlier today, after having enjoyed Blow-up a few months ago. It mostly went over my head, aside from the gorgeous photography. Not keen to revisit but given some of the comments regarding L'avventura here today leads me to believe it may be more up my alley.

L'avventura is my favorite of the trilogy, followed by La Notte then L'Eclisse. They share common themes and I think each can help allow for a better understanding of the others.

jlk5844 · 07-01-2014, 02:29 AM

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Originally Posted by jhiggy23

I think the Gold Rush and City Lights equal The Kid's emotion. I think the Circus also has an emotional hook.

Cool. Thanks. I'll look into those. I've heard of the first two of course but I haven't really dived into Chaplin's films.

ultlife2013 · 07-01-2014, 02:29 AM

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It's absolutely a comedy. A satirical criticism of modernity, but undoubtedly a comedy.

I thought it was more like a social commentary. But it does have comedic bits in it as well.

jhiggy23 · 07-01-2014, 02:29 AM

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Charade is the bomb!

Excellent film. Love the end.

jhiggy23 · 07-01-2014, 02:31 AM

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Originally Posted by jlk5844

Cool. Thanks. I'll look into those. I've heard of the first two of course but I haven't really dived into Chaplin's films.

The Kid has broad appeal because of the orphaned child. City Lights' ending has been voted most emotional/romantic moment in film history. I was equally as moved by the Gold Rush though, placing me in the minority.

Illy Scorsese · 07-01-2014, 02:32 AM

And so it begins... lol

My First Order of the Sale:

"Thief"
"Red River"
"A Hard Day's Night"
"Jules and Jim"
"Rififi"
"Three Colors Trilogy: Blue, White & Red"

ultlife2013 · 07-01-2014, 02:32 AM

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Excellent film. Love the end.

Cary Grant was a badass and he didn't even have to try either. He was so effortless in his acting.

JJJ225 · 07-01-2014, 02:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Polaroid

Thats another genre I won't touch - Silent Comedy, just doesn't do it for me.

If you avoid, how can you say you don't like it?

Al_The_Strange · 07-01-2014, 02:33 AM

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Forgiven Corespondent is very good!

And also Foreign Correspondent is good too!

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Foreign Correspondent is one of Hitchcock's finest early works IMO.

Great to hear.

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Monsieur Verdoux is a very unique Chaplin, it's not for everyone and liking Chaplin doesn't guarantee you'll like it. However, I think it's an essential film in his oeuvre.

Uh oh.

I seem to be aiming to become a Chaplin completionist, sorta, so I don't expect to feel too bad if it disappoints. Might even be something I'll just need multiple viewings of to appreciate, like many other films I love. We'll see how it goes.

jlk5844 · 07-01-2014, 02:35 AM

Are there any Hitchcocks in the collection that aren't good?

Scottie · 07-01-2014, 02:36 AM

Charlie Chaplin is one of my favorite beings in the cinema world.

Even if individuals are not fans of the silent era, they cannot deny the charm that Chaplin brings to the stage.

Edward J Grug III · 07-01-2014, 02:39 AM

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Are there any Hitchcocks in the collection that aren't good?

The Man Who Knew Too Much is inferior to the remake, IMO. It has certainly got strong points, but not sure I will rewatch it much...

smoss469 · 07-01-2014, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Al_The_Strange

I haven't heard much either, but it caught my eye. Most historical epics and dramas seem to. In fact, that's how I got into Criterion in the first place, when I got the box set with Ivan the Terrible and Alexander Nevsky (in fact, why the heck aren't those on Blu-Ray already?!

). Then I discovered Kurosawa, and The Seventh Seal, Beauty and the Beast, the Trilogy of Life, and most recently Marketa Lazarova...I guess I'm a genre fan.

Marketa Lazarova seems to be one of the more polarizing movies in the collection. People either love it on multiple levels or they cannot understand it or get bored and don't even make it through it. It's on the list to check out as well but with people so split I'll try to watch it before I buy it

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Originally Posted by ultlife2013

Cary Grant was a badass and he didn't even have to try either. He was so effortless in his acting.

Look at the lineup in the movie:

Cary Grant
Audrey Hepburn
Walter Mathau
George Kennedy
James Coburn

How can a movie with that crew be bad? Speaking of Mathua, I really would LOVE to see Hopscotch get an upgrade, one of my favorite titles in their catalog.

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Charlie Chaplin is one of my favorite beings in the cinema world.

Even if individuals are not fans of the silent era, they cannot deny the charm that Chaplin brings to the stage.

I enjoyed Gold Rush and really enjoyed City Lights (One of the more heart warming endings around!)

I've been slowly working my way through the massive Keaton Kino boxed set as well and some of them are really good!

jlk5844 · 07-01-2014, 02:48 AM

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The Man Who Knew Too Much is inferior to the remake, IMO. It has certainly got strong points, but not sure I will rewatch it much...

How would you rank them all? (if you've seen them all)

I'm wondering if I should get one which one I should get. I haven't seen any of the ones from Criterion.

Al_The_Strange · 07-01-2014, 02:53 AM

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Originally Posted by smoss469

Marketa Lazarova seems to be one of the more polarizing movies in the collection. People either love it on multiple levels or they cannot understand it or get bored and don't even make it through it. It's on the list to check out as well but with people so split I'll try to watch it before I buy it

That would be the best. It is quite a surreal picture that can be hard to follow. I can't say I fully understood it, but I appreciated its style.

Fellini912 · 07-01-2014, 02:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Polaroid

Thats another genre I won't touch - Silent Comedy, just doesn't do it for me.

Love Silent film though - was lucky enough to see screening of Metropolis with the new found footage - what a great night!

surprised that isn't on Criterion, I know MoC has it but still...

Brand Upon The Brain was an interesting take on the Silent film genre, loved the option to have the different voice overs on Criterion release.

Have you seen any films by Buster Keaton? I consider him to be better than Chaplin. The stunts are amazing.

Highly recommend The General and Steamboat Bill Jr. Also Sherlock Jr, Our Hospitality , ........(I recommend all his films)

hoytereden · 07-01-2014, 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by smoss469

Marketa Lazarova seems to be one of the more polarizing movies in the collection. People either love it on multiple levels or they cannot understand it or get bored and don't even make it through it. It's on the list to check out as well but with people so split I'll try to watch it before I buy it.

I was watching this early this morning but had to stop when I realized it was 1:30 am and I was only 40 minutes in. Plus I had earlier watched the 3 hour + Jeanne Dielman so I was fading fast. I liked what I saw of Marketa and was in no way bored. I hope to finish it tonight.

smoss469 · 07-01-2014, 03:06 AM

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Originally Posted by jlk5844

How would you rank them all? (if you've seen them all)

I'm wondering if I should get one which one I should get. I haven't seen any of the ones from Criterion.

I know you weren't asking me, but:

The Lady Vanishes
Foreign Correspondent
The Man Who Knew Too Much
The 39 Steps

All are outstanding films, The Lady Vanishes has the added benefit of Crook's Tour being included as well.

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07-01-2014, 02:32 AM	#104028
Illy Scorsese Special Member Top contributor Member since:Mar 2010 Location:New York Blu-ray collection:735 DVD collection:141 Trading Score:86	And so it begins... lol My First Order of the Sale: "Thief" "Red River" "A Hard Day's Night" "Jules and Jim" "Rififi" "Three Colors Trilogy: Blue, White & Red"

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jlk5844 Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Oct 2011 Location:Arizona, USA 4K collection:235 Blu-ray collection:2401 DVD collection:463 Digital collection:3 Trading Score:95	Are there any Hitchcocks in the collection that aren't good?

07-01-2014, 02:36 AM	#104033
Scottie Moderator Top contributor Member since:Oct 2010 Location:Rhode Island Trading Score:647	Charlie Chaplin is one of my favorite beings in the cinema world. Even if individuals are not fans of the silent era, they cannot deny the charm that Chaplin brings to the stage.

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