The Travels and Rants Journal

1. Some movies…

The Hoax: A clever movie. I definitely have a thing for current events/historical movies like this. Richard Gere is not as predictably bland as he often is. 4/5.

Grey Gardens: I thought I was going to like this. I didn’t. At all. 1/5.

Crazy Love: A strange little documentary about a very stange relationship. 3/5.

Sweet Smell of Success: It’s a great story, it’s got great performances. But more than that, it’s got The Style. I love pretty much everything about this movie. 5/5. *

The Comedians: Maybe the best movie - with the best cast - from the 1960’s that I had never even heard of. Richard Burton is Richard Burtony, Graham Greene’s story is Graham Greeney, and Elizabeth Taylor’s “German” accent provides unintended comic relief. 4/5.

Copying Beethoven: Ed Harris is a true artist, and this film is a sweet and creative little treasure. It takes a few rather annoying historical liberties, but all in all, it’s a moving and well-considered story that’s beautifully presented. 4/5. *

All the President’s Men: This is just a great piece of American filmmaking, that holds up perfectly - and carries a vital message - over 30+ years. 5/5. *

Next Stop Wonderland: A quirky and sweet little indie flick. You know all along where it will end up, but you still enjoy going along for the ride. 4/5.

* Highly recommended.

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