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The Wide World of Mystery: The Norming of Jack 243 (1975)
Still looking for it
Like others that were able to see this film in its only showing I've been looking for it since films started showing up on the internet and cable. I do hope it gets a showing soon! I was fascinated by its premise and sympathize with its main character trying to be himself. Asimov write a short story that pairs with it about Education day where education was done by a single treatment via computer. The education was only as good as the equipment and depended on where you lived.
The film explores what it's like to live in a society where everyone thinks alike and looks alike. Jack is resisting being made to be that way.
Smoky (1946)
Fairly decent horse movie
Most horse centered movies are maudlin and attribute silly behavior to horses. This horse is allowed to act like a horse and does show some affection to Fred Macmurray. Interesting film work showing practical training of a ranch horse. Funny insertion of MacMurray riding the bucking "horse". Multiple horses used as is normal to play the part but not too blatantly obvious. Good movie for learning about 40s stock handling.
Expedition Unknown (2015)
You can glean a bit from this.
He's very entertaining in presentation and sometimes finds something. I enjoy watching it if I'm not resorting to go deep into a study. My one complaint is the constant drumming background music which sometimes obscure what's being said and gives a headache. Stops me from watching on a regular basis.
Le Cinquième Élément (1997)
Still great after 25 years
This snappy fast paced Sci-fi film would be diminished with the absence of any actor with even the smallest part. (Consider the robber with the wierd hat)! Never taking itself seriously it's a without any attempts at profundity. Ian Holms isn't mentioned much in reviews but he puts in a great comic performance with Shakespearean style. There are a few weak moments that generally can be ignored. People still know what you are referring to when you say "Leeloo multi pass!"