What Was The Last Movie You Watched?

[2jakes]

Maltese Falcon is not perfect like I thought!

Spade & Archer's detective agency was supposed to be at 111 Sutter at
Montgomery Street in San Francisco but the scene was shot in L.A.

I moved the bridge back just a tad. Although it's still too close.
The one in the film is way too close to the windows.

(Staying at home with nagging cold & too much time or Advil
makes me cranky... but still love the old buildings of the period.)

 

[TimeWarpWife]

He and Randolph Scott lived together in luxury in the mid-1930s in an arrangement that seems awfully suspect in modern retrospect -- and maybe not even all that modern. In 1936, Grant and Scott appeared together as guests on the "Amos 'n' Andy" radio program, in a sequence in which Amos and Andy from some quirk of circumstance found themselves at the Grant-Scott residence. The scene was played very casually, with the two actors depicted as relaxing together at poolside, admiring each other's diving form, and although no recording exists to document how they played the lines given them, the script itself is practically screaming its subtext.

A few years ago I saw an interview with Grant's ex-wife Betsy Drake and she claims he was an amorous heterosexual and they were - and I quote - "*profane expletive* all the time." I have seen the photos of Grant and Scott during the time they lived together and frankly I thought, to borrow from you LizzieMaine, that "the subtext was screaming" something altogether different than what Ms. Drake claims.

 

[LizzieMaine]

In the '30s, "AC/DC" didn't just mean a kind of radio.

 

[Doctor Strange]

I've seen this... and it is magnificent. I've been aware of 'The Wrecking Crew' for sometime and their body of work... especially that of Carol Kaye... she has been a monster as far as bass guitar goes... having been a frustrated bassist for many years, I followed her work and technique for years.

There is another great documentary available called "Muscle Shoals," I believe... it's about 'The Swampers' and the body of work that was turned out in that northwest Alabama town down through the years. These guys provided the musical backing for Aretha Franklin, Paul Simon, The Rolling Stones... and many many other acts whose names simply escape me right now. I would highly recommend it as well.

~shoes~

I was already aware of Carol Kaye's career for a while too; this film was on my to-see list for years. Thanks, I'll have to check out the Muscle Shoals film. Another worthwhile documentary in this mini-genre is Standing in the Shadow of Motown.

 

[2jakes]

 

[Touchofevil]

I prefer SGF to not know I'm completely insane...

I gave up on that long ago.

 

[BobHufford]

Another worthwhile documentary in this mini-genre is Standing in the Shadow of Motown.

Also 20 Feet From Stardom. http://m.imdb.com/title/tt2396566/

 

[DNO]

Just re-watched "We're No Angels" with Bogart, Ustinov and Aldo Ray....it's even got Leo Carroll and Basil Rathbone. One of my favourites, I sometimes feel like I'm the only person who's ever seen this delightful movie!

 

[Worf]

The Wrecking Crew, a fascinating documentary about a varying group of Los Angeles studio musicians who played on a simply unbelievable number of hit records and TV soundtracks in the sixties. They coalesced as the backing group in Phil Spector's Wall of Sound records(!), and went on to play on huge hits by the Beach Boys, Frank Sinatra, Sonny & Cher, Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass, The Association, Simon & Garfunkel, The Fifth Dimension, The Byrds, Nancy Sinatra, the Righteous Brothers, The Monkees, Glen Campbell, the Mommas and the Papas, and MANY more.

These guys played together constantly, so they functioned like a well-oiled machine, and they were expert sight-readers and arrangers, and could produce great results far faster than musicians who weren't studio regulars - which reduced studio time rentals to cost-conscious producers, and kept them in high demand. They were essentially unknown to the public because none of the groups/artists wanted it known that THEY weren't playing on their own songs, or that such a small group of musicians were responsible for so many hits. A couple of members went on to notable careers as topliners: Glen Campbell and Leon Russell.

The standout in the interviews is the incredible Carol Kaye - the sole female member of the team, and a bass and guitar wizard of astounding versatility. She comes across as a fascinating character, and her list of credits is jaw dropping!

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carol_Kaye

Anyway, I highly recommend this film for anybody interested in sixties music.

Saw this and reviewed it (I think) last year. Fascinating time capsule. I found Glenn Campbell interesting in that he was a studio musician that couldn't read a note. As a bass player I've some problems with Ms. Kaye. I acknowledge a great deal of her work out in L.A. however she also claims that she was a crucial member of "The Funk Brothers" Motown's famed backing musicians. She takes credit for playing on many Motown standards and claims she was never recognized because she was a white woman. She has NEVER produced one shred of evidence... (pay check, original sheet music etc..) to substantiate her claim. I find it amazing that the Wrecking Crew's demise was bands learning to play their own instruments.

Worf

 

[Worf]

"Atlantis - The Lost Continent" - Enjoyable tripe with special effects by George Pal. I cracked up as all the crowd scenes were glomed from other "Big Budget" gladiator films.

Worf

 

[Stearmen]

The Wrecking Crew, a fascinating documentary about a varying group of Los Angeles studio musicians who played on a simply unbelievable number of hit records and TV soundtracks in the sixties. They coalesced as the backing group in Phil Spector's Wall of Sound records(!), and went on to play on huge hits by the Beach Boys, Frank Sinatra, Sonny & Cher, Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass, The Association, Simon & Garfunkel, The Fifth Dimension, The Byrds, Nancy Sinatra, the Righteous Brothers, The Monkees, Glen Campbell, the Mommas and the Papas, and MANY more.

These guys played together constantly, so they functioned like a well-oiled machine, and they were expert sight-readers and arrangers, and could produce great results far faster than musicians who weren't studio regulars - which reduced studio time rentals to cost-conscious producers, and kept them in high demand. They were essentially unknown to the public because none of the groups/artists wanted it known that THEY weren't playing on their own songs, or that such a small group of musicians were responsible for so many hits. A couple of members went on to notable careers as topliners: Glen Campbell and Leon Russell.

The standout in the interviews is the incredible Carol Kaye - the sole female member of the team, and a bass and guitar wizard of astounding versatility. She comes across as a fascinating character, and her list of credits is jaw dropping!

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carol_Kaye

Anyway, I highly recommend this film for anybody interested in sixties music.

Why does Hollywood rip off good names instead of creating them from scratch? The Wrecking Crew, was the title that went to Harley Davidson, Indian, Excelsior and other motorcycle teams, depending on which team won that year. Over 100mph, no brakes, no throttle, on tracks made of boards set at up to 60 degree banking. Wearing leather helmets, and sweater, incredible.

 

[Doctor Strange]

There have been LOTS of uses of the term:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wrecking_Crew

 

[Fading Fast]

Maltese Falcon is not perfect like I thought!

Spade & Archer's detective agency was supposed to be at 111 Sutter at
Montgomery Street in San Francisco but the scene was shot in L.A.

I moved the bridge back just a tad. Although it's still too close.
The one in the film is way too close to the windows.

(Staying at home with nagging cold & too much time or Advil
makes me cranky... but still love the old buildings of the period.)

I regularly lose myself in the old architecture and other period details when watching these old movies to the point that I forget the story is going on. Also, I'll rewind and freeze on a building or a clock or radio or something. Thankfully, my girlfriend is equally into this stuff or I'm sure I'd drive her nuts doing that.

I hope you feel better soon.

 

[2jakes]

I regularly lose myself in the old architecture and other period details when watching these old movies to the point that I forget the story is going on. Also, I'll rewind and freeze on a building or a clock or radio or something. Thankfully, my girlfriend is equally into this stuff or I'm sure I'd drive her nuts doing that.

I hope you feel better soon.

Thanks...I'm feeling better!

As far as movies, I usually "lose" myself in favorite films that I have watched many times .


Big Sleep (1946)

Scene:
Bogie finds naughty sister who has passed out on the sofa and takes her home.
(Notice Bogie looks at the camera after he looks at the sister.)

Same scene according 2jakes:

 

[Fading Fast]

Thanks...I'm feeling better!

As far as movies, I usually "lose" myself in favorite films that I have watched many times .


Big Sleep (1946)

Scene:
Bogie finds naughty sister who has passed out on the sofa and takes her home.
(Notice Bogie looks at the camera after he looks at the sister.)

Same scene according 2jakes:

⇧ well done.

That said, I'm never sure there is another scene in that movie other than the bookstore one.

Glad you are feeling better.

 

[Dated Guy]

Last night I ploughed through 'Anne of the Thousand Days' with Genevieve Bujold and Richard Burton amongst others. A quite good film from 1970 all about Anne Boleyn and Henry V111. A sordid story really.!

 

[swanson_eyes]

Tonight or Never. Nothing Gloria did will compare to Sadie Thompson in my view, but I do like watching her. She did have a face, even in the talkies.

 

[2jakes]

Thomas Crown Affair.
So sixties...half-remembered names & faces.

 

[Stearmen]

The Wrecking Crew, a fascinating documentary about a varying group of Los Angeles studio musicians who played on a simply unbelievable number of hit records and TV soundtracks in the sixties. They coalesced as the backing group in Phil Spector's Wall of Sound records(!), and went on to play on huge hits by the Beach Boys, Frank Sinatra, Sonny & Cher, Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass, The Association, Simon & Garfunkel, The Fifth Dimension, The Byrds, Nancy Sinatra, the Righteous Brothers, The Monkees, Glen Campbell, the Mommas and the Papas, and MANY more.

These guys played together constantly, so they functioned like a well-oiled machine, and they were expert sight-readers and arrangers, and could produce great results far faster than musicians who weren't studio regulars - which reduced studio time rentals to cost-conscious producers, and kept them in high demand. They were essentially unknown to the public because none of the groups/artists wanted it known that THEY weren't playing on their own songs, or that such a small group of musicians were responsible for so many hits. A couple of members went on to notable careers as topliners: Glen Campbell and Leon Russell.

The standout in the interviews is the incredible Carol Kaye - the sole female member of the team, and a bass and guitar wizard of astounding versatility. She comes across as a fascinating character, and her list of credits is jaw dropping!

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carol_Kaye

Anyway, I highly recommend this film for anybody interested in sixties music.

I just realized, my other reply makes it sound like I am blaming you for the title! Believe me I am not, and it does sound like a great documentary. Just wish Hollywood would stop recycling names.

 

[Stearmen]

Thomas Crown Affair.
So sixties...half-remembered names & faces.

Steve wasn't a pilot at the time, so he did not fly the glider, but it did inspire him to become a pilot. For a short time before his death, he lived the dream, he bought a hanger at the Santa Paula airport. He, along with Barbara, his collection of motorcycles, cars and biplanes, all living in harmony in a few hangers!