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Joe Karlosi · 01-04-2005, 11:12 AM

Mash (1970)

Though I've never been a fan of the TV show (too young to appreciate it at the time I suppose), I quite enjoyed the movie. Very funny black comedy with interesting characters and well-picked actors playing them. Maybe could have been even more potent if it contained more of the "serious" and uglier side of war to contrast the laughs, but either way an exceptional film. Sally Kellerman was perfect and this may be the first time I've enjoyed Elliot Gould.

Phantom of the Opera (2004)

Even though I'm an Opera hater and only semi-tolerant of musicals, I was surprised to enjoy this version which featured breathtaking cinematography and lavish sets. Even with the lesser appealing musical numbers I was still able to enjoy the scenery. I liked the lead girl and thought the Phantom was properly portrayed as a villainous yet pitiable person with a well-defined origin. Minnie Driver was an added hit as the spoiled diva.

The Defiant Ones (1958)

Tony Curtis could have gotten an Oscar for his performance in this film. He and Sidney Poitier make a great pair of escaped convicts handcuffed to one another, learning tolerance and appreciation for each other as they plan an escape. Lon Chaney is also very good in a small role.

Amadeus (1984)

Gets my vote as one of the most Overrated of all the "great films". Way too boring, long, and strangely lacking in strong drama, with Tom Hulce (ANIMAL HOUSE) miscast as the irritating Mozart, as well as Elizabeth Berridge as his 20th Century-like wife. Both speak very much like modern folk (I doubt people were saying "Kiss my ass" or "People fart backwards" in the 1700s). The one saving grace is F. Murray Abraham who is very good as the jealous Salieri; his character and the performance are intriguing - too bad it's historically fictional.

Help Wanted Female (1968)

So-so sixties sexploitation sleaze flick with very trippy scenario.

01-04-2005, 11:12 AM	#34 of 2004
Joe Karlosi Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Local Time: 08:54 AM Local Date: 01-08-2009 Posts: 4,747	Mash (1970) Though I've never been a fan of the TV show (too young to appreciate it at the time I suppose), I quite enjoyed the movie. Very funny black comedy with interesting characters and well-picked actors playing them. Maybe could have been even more potent if it contained more of the "serious" and uglier side of war to contrast the laughs, but either way an exceptional film. Sally Kellerman was perfect and this may be the first time I've enjoyed Elliot Gould. Phantom of the Opera (2004) Even though I'm an Opera hater and only semi-tolerant of musicals, I was surprised to enjoy this version which featured breathtaking cinematography and lavish sets. Even with the lesser appealing musical numbers I was still able to enjoy the scenery. I liked the lead girl and thought the Phantom was properly portrayed as a villainous yet pitiable person with a well-defined origin. Minnie Driver was an added hit as the spoiled diva. The Defiant Ones (1958) Tony Curtis could have gotten an Oscar for his performance in this film. He and Sidney Poitier make a great pair of escaped convicts handcuffed to one another, learning tolerance and appreciation for each other as they plan an escape. Lon Chaney is also very good in a small role. Amadeus (1984) Gets my vote as one of the most Overrated of all the "great films". Way too boring, long, and strangely lacking in strong drama, with Tom Hulce (ANIMAL HOUSE) miscast as the irritating Mozart, as well as Elizabeth Berridge as his 20th Century-like wife. Both speak very much like modern folk (I doubt people were saying "Kiss my ass" or "People fart backwards" in the 1700s). The one saving grace is F. Murray Abraham who is very good as the jealous Salieri; his character and the performance are intriguing - too bad it's historically fictional. Help Wanted Female (1968) So-so sixties sexploitation sleaze flick with very trippy scenario.