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The Blue Angel (1959)
Fighting a classic
Some of the reviews here denigrate this 1959 version and the question must be asked....why?.....are the reasons given valid?
it seems that nostalgia to some reviewers is under attack.
The original is acknowledged as a classic both for the film and for the performances. But it is of its time. The 1959 version in cinemascope and colour
is no threat to the original. That remains as it is.
The later film judged for its own virtues has much to recommend it.
All the performances are worthy. The direction perfectly achieves the story
telling from scene to scene and the emotion of the film is captured intact
by the whole film for later audiences.
Denigration seems on a par to that by purists who cannot accept a black and
white film being coloured. The original is still there for those that enjoy it but
an offence has been committed against....something!
The 1959 film deserves an unbiased watch. Maybe it will happen and the result
will be a reappraisal. I believe it will happen.
La La Land (2016)
Terrific and a wholehearted pleasure!
As this is IMDb I am amazed at not the negative reviews but the nature of the hostility expressed. It is one thing of course not to appreciate a film but is it really necessary to be so vindictive? La La Land as a film may be the antidote. Those of us who appreciate it can take consolation that the awards that came (and more may be coming) will give added pleasure to top what is already a feel good film experience. To finish I would like to comment with reference to those reviews that go beyond the pale. In Bad Day at Black Rock Spencer Tracy says and I para-phrase.... You are wrong. Not only are you wrong but you are wrong in a long loud voice.
Diana (2013)
Be wary!
I have not seen this film yet but I certainly intend to. The thing that is interesting to me is the fact that many reviewers whether media or otherwise take it upon themselves to actually direct us away from watching the film. This to me is an ego trip too far. Of course we are all different and one persons classic.... well you know the rest! My appeal to reviewers is ....like a film or not but do not command us to avoid it. Let us have the privilege of making up our own minds. When I view the trailers I see a film that has the potential to be an interesting film experience and a well made film. I await with interest to see if my anticipation is rewarded. Despite some reviews.