tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post4482691560202244914..comments2024-02-05T21:23:49.249-08:00Comments on Lady Eve's Reel Life: Gimme Shelter: Classics for Comfort, CMBA Spring Blogathon 2020The Lady Evehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-50310093616219225482020-05-29T17:45:47.989-07:002020-05-29T17:45:47.989-07:00Thanks for stopping by, Rick. With as interesting ...Thanks for stopping by, Rick. With as interesting and varied a career as Norman Jewison has had I have always associated him most with The Thomas Crown Affair and Moonstruck. Even though The Thrill off it All is my favorite Doris Day. And even though there's also In the Heat of the Night, And Justice for All, Judy, etc. He's had quite a career alright. Deserves more credit, I think.The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-64323067084258991542020-05-29T14:10:22.497-07:002020-05-29T14:10:22.497-07:00Hi,
I've long said that 'Moonstruck' w...Hi,<br />I've long said that 'Moonstruck' was the best romantic comedy of the '80s. It's a perfect gem of a movie, with Shanley's great script, Jewison's sure and snappy direction, and the great ensemble cast. And it's certainly Cher's finest 2 hours on film. <br /><br />I enjoy The Man Who Knew Too Much, too, despite a few too many choruses of Que Sera Sera belted! But it definitely isn't in the same league as Rear Window or North by Northwest. <br /><br />Sure you know this, but Jewison directed two of Doris' better '60s comedies, The Thrill of it All and Send Me Know Flowers. Also, didn't he direct episodes of The Judy Garland Show on TV? What a career!<br /><br />Cheers, glad to read your blog!<br />Rick http://ricksrealreel.blogspot.com/https://www.blogger.com/profile/14243899548141583461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-10635001036602673242020-05-24T17:57:10.684-07:002020-05-24T17:57:10.684-07:00Please do see I Know Where I'm Going! If you a...Please do see I Know Where I'm Going! If you are a fan of The Red Shoes or any film from P&P I think you will become a fan of this film, too.The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-71606231610208625402020-05-24T17:54:13.490-07:002020-05-24T17:54:13.490-07:00It seems that all who see I Know Where I'm Goi...It seems that all who see I Know Where I'm Going! become enchanted by it. I hope you do blog on it, the film deserves lots more space than I gave it here. And I agree about Shadow of a Doubt. The Newton family and the town of Santa Rosa depict an idyllic small-town America. Mom and apple pie. Snug and safe. With a Hitchcock twist.The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-91587759933714850752020-05-24T17:41:23.095-07:002020-05-24T17:41:23.095-07:00Thank you, Le. Very happy to pique your interest i...Thank you, Le. Very happy to pique your interest in La Ronde. I think you will love it. The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-86830882282117977132020-05-24T17:23:04.874-07:002020-05-24T17:23:04.874-07:00Totally with you on any Sturges film. (I too have ...Totally with you on any Sturges film. (I too have a soft spot for The Lady Eve.) I haven't heard of I Know Where I’m Going! but love The Red Shoes, and your description is so intriguing. I'll have to check it out.carygrantwonteatyou.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07113307554617254662noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-55657397946898685242020-05-24T05:12:46.015-07:002020-05-24T05:12:46.015-07:00Fine films, different and yet themes that are univ...Fine films, different and yet themes that are universal. I love SULLIVAN'S TRAVELS and I've wanted to blog on I KNOW WHERE I'M GOING for some time. I like your perspective on this and all your choices. I don't suppose, as you've noted, that most of Hitchcock's work is particularly soothing to shattered nerves, but I would make an exception, I think for SHADOW OF A DOUBT. As sinister as that is at some points, I have to admit, I find it rather cozy.Jacqueline T. Lynchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11047941886908178350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-49466930436353278662020-05-23T13:10:04.833-07:002020-05-23T13:10:04.833-07:00Another amazing selection. Sullivan's Travels ...Another amazing selection. Sullivan's Travels is inspiring, and I haven't rewatched it in a long time - seems that now is a good opportunity. I haven't watched La Ronde yet, but it sounds great.<br />Kisses!<br />LeLêhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02419693749682458647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-22926536643540220002020-05-23T12:14:26.750-07:002020-05-23T12:14:26.750-07:00Yes, these two female protagonists are both no-non...Yes, these two female protagonists are both no-nonsense women who seem to have their life paths all figured out. They both became engaged for entirely practical reasons. Then "love walked in" and, like it often does, turned everything upside down.The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-10060657773008757362020-05-23T12:06:36.461-07:002020-05-23T12:06:36.461-07:00I mention to Christian that IKWIG! is on Amazon Pr...I mention to Christian that IKWIG! is on Amazon Prime @$3.99. Since posting that I remembered that it's a Criterion Collection film and might also be available on the Criterion Channel. Absolutely worth seeking out.The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-28909396464070144132020-05-23T11:35:35.390-07:002020-05-23T11:35:35.390-07:00Moonstruck and I Know Where I'm Going are comf...Moonstruck and I Know Where I'm Going are comfort movies for me as well. Both of them feature splendid performances by their leading ladies, who play strong, independent women who find love when they least expect it.Rick29https://www.blogger.com/profile/08358116647815569722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-78761134115881633262020-05-23T11:18:45.113-07:002020-05-23T11:18:45.113-07:00Moonstruck and The Man Who Knew Too Much are two o...Moonstruck and The Man Who Knew Too Much are two of my faves. They're excellent choices for any occasion.<br /><br />Thanks for the introduction to I Know Where I'm Going. I've been exploring more British cinema lately, but haven't yet come across this one. I know I'll enjoy it!Silver Screeningshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04955048716754142299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-33925257298804960142020-05-23T11:17:34.304-07:002020-05-23T11:17:34.304-07:00Available to rent on Amazon Prime @$3.99 :)Available to rent on Amazon Prime @$3.99 :)The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-80973274502841135672020-05-22T23:34:35.517-07:002020-05-22T23:34:35.517-07:00Yes, from the Archers - I Know Where I'm Going...Yes, from the Archers - I Know Where I'm Going has to be great. Thanks for bringing it up.Christian Esquevinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04442827724576856379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-31353290059245807992020-05-22T17:28:38.655-07:002020-05-22T17:28:38.655-07:00Thanks, Christian. I hope you have the chance to s...Thanks, Christian. I hope you have the chance to see I Know Where I'm Going! sometime soon. It's a treasure.The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-8477239652617456392020-05-22T15:27:31.279-07:002020-05-22T15:27:31.279-07:00Great selections Lady Eve. These are all excellen...Great selections Lady Eve. These are all excellent films and I'm reminded by your post to go back and see them again. And as you point out, some of the others from these directors should be watched again too. I don't know "I know Where I'm Going" (I should by now) so I'll look for that one. Great post.Christian Esquevinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04442827724576856379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-69894667098567657842020-05-22T13:19:32.822-07:002020-05-22T13:19:32.822-07:00While you abandoned your comfort zone, my friend, ...While you abandoned your comfort zone, my friend, I burrowed deeply into mine. No gritty reality for me right now - but one day again.The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-9376862028110701542020-05-22T13:02:27.271-07:002020-05-22T13:02:27.271-07:00Brenda de Banzie! I watched Hobson's Choice ju...Brenda de Banzie! I watched Hobson's Choice just last week. What a jewel it is and she is amazing - and John Mills - and Charles Laughton. I am thinking it might be time to blog about her, what a talent. The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-43282759281167682992020-05-22T12:59:33.291-07:002020-05-22T12:59:33.291-07:00Sullivan's Travels' subject seemed so idea...Sullivan's Travels' subject seemed so ideal for the times - and Sturges's brand of humor is the icing on the cake. But I could easily have made all five picks on my list Sturges films, adding Lady Eve, The Palm Beach Story, The Miracle of Morgan's Creek and either The Great McGinty, Hail the Conquering Hero or Unfaithfully Yours.The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-87436139501059623582020-05-22T12:56:40.788-07:002020-05-22T12:56:40.788-07:00Me, too, any day, any time.Me, too, any day, any time.The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-29528046618062921122020-05-22T12:51:19.444-07:002020-05-22T12:51:19.444-07:00Oh gosh - Moonstruck is such a brilliant choice. I...Oh gosh - Moonstruck is such a brilliant choice. I recently saw I Know Where I'm Going for the first time - what took me so long? A lovely, elegant and totally comforting post!FlickChickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17351624749230610755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-44906537954334890522020-05-22T11:24:15.673-07:002020-05-22T11:24:15.673-07:00Such a delightful visit with these films through y...Such a delightful visit with these films through your eyes. The term "scrupulously synchronized" for La Ronde is perfect. Rear Window was in our lineup yesterday and Sturges is never far from our minds. <br /><br />Of all the many joys of I Know Where I'm Going!, it is the punchline that warms my heart.<br /><br />You have inspired a longing for How to Marry a Millionaire, and in a roundabout way, by focusing on The Man Who Knew Too Much, I am thinking it might be time for Hobson's Choice.<br /><br />Take care. Perhaps the world will be better for this crisis. Caftan Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-31192103937506746292020-05-22T11:00:18.430-07:002020-05-22T11:00:18.430-07:00How did I know Vertigo would be one of your picks?...How did I know Vertigo would be one of your picks? :) Sullivan's Travels is a great pick and I've got Moonstruck on my watch list as we speak. Hope all is well.John/24Frameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14719659042858962026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8509825018139758536.post-53371971578345816082020-05-22T10:41:31.711-07:002020-05-22T10:41:31.711-07:00Moonstruck is a great choice for a comfort film. I...Moonstruck is a great choice for a comfort film. I could watch it again and again, at any time, really.Mariannehttp://makeminefilmnoir.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com