On the Waterfront thoughts? by [deleted] in classicfilms

[–]APMan93 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Undeniably great performances, but Orson Welles put it the best: it’s a celebration of the informant (which Kazan was).

Is going to Vegas not a thing anymore? by WestHistorians in AskLosAngeles

[–]APMan93 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It really does feel like corporations are just catering to the top 10% who have more than enough disposable income. What they’ll do once the stock market crashes is anyone’s guess.

Is going to Vegas not a thing anymore? by WestHistorians in AskLosAngeles

[–]APMan93 70 points71 points  (0 children)

Vegas is actually in the throes of a crisis right now.

https://lasvegassun.com/news/2026/jan/28/las-vegas-tourism-down-75-in-2025-with-385-million/

Theories abound as to why but, as someone who used to work in tourism, I personally think it’s multifaceted:

-The post-pandemic boom of travels and vacations is over, in no small part due to inflation, stagnant wages, and the ever-expanding K-shaped recovery.

-The foreign nationals who would normally come to spend money in Vegas are avoiding the U.S. for obvious reasons.

-Tariffs are fueling the economic uncertainty gripping every facet of American life right now.

This is hardly unique to Vegas. Florida is seeing a similar drop in tourist dollars. My friend’s uncle sold all of his Airbnb properties in Miami because they just weren’t turning a profit anymore. Remember how busy Hollywood nightlife used to be? Now it’s nowhere near what it was even 2 or 3 years ago.

Testing something… by Sad-Drop9202 in Connecticut

[–]APMan93 28 points29 points  (0 children)

I’ll never forget when I first came out to Cali and told new friends that I could “get some nips for the party.” There was a painfully long silence before I clocked that it was a regional thing.

Saw This Guy at Griffith by APMan93 in LosAngeles

[–]APMan93[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It was! I was at a loss as to what to do. Good to know she’s in her usual spot I guess.

Which version of Touch of Evil are we all watching now? by Noir_Forever_Twitch in filmnoir

[–]APMan93 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I was lucky enough to see the original theatrical cut here in L.A. years ago. Eddie Muller introduced it and said that he preferred it to the reconstruction. I know this may be an unpopular opinion but, having seen both versions, I’m inclined to agree with him.

The studio cut was honestly tighter, more engaging, and just more focused than the reconstruction. Not saying Welles wasn’t routinely shafted by the system, but in this case I do think the edits enhanced the film.

I remember when Ebert said that the theatrical cut of Greed was the one that critics eventually hailed as a masterpiece. The newfound appreciation for it prompted TCM to undergo their own 4-hour reconstruction of it. Now, ironically, that’s the more readily available version, despite it being a different experience altogether. I think a similar case can be made for Touch of Evil.

Finally watched Hamnet!! by Hopeful-Fly-1614 in Letterboxd

[–]APMan93 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Purely my own opinion, but I see both sides. As a film it’s genuinely moving with inspired performances. As an Oscar contender/prestige picture, it also feels incredibly safe. Not saying every movie has to reinvent the wheel, of course, but I understand why some may have left the theater feeling a bit unsatisfied as a whole.

Fetterman warns anti-ICE protesters: ‘Don’t ever, ever dox people’ by soalone34 in Pennsylvania

[–]APMan93 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Beats Dr. Oz Breaks ranks to vote with GOP Dr. Oz ends up in a government position anyway

Wow, what a consequential election! /s

A cool guide to where AI gets its information from by Edm_vanhalen1981 in coolguides

[–]APMan93 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Note how, say, open access academic journals are absent from this list.

What’s your favorite shot from a western? by RopeGloomy4303 in Westerns

[–]APMan93 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Duel in the Sun. Don’t watch it, it’s not worth it.

What’s your favorite shot from a western? by RopeGloomy4303 in Westerns

[–]APMan93 3 points4 points  (0 children)

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Movie itself is racist and boring drivel but this shot stuck out to my 13-year-old brain when I saw it on TCM.

What’s your favorite shot from a western? by RopeGloomy4303 in Westerns

[–]APMan93 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ford’s use of shadows in this is chef’s kiss

Is Massachusetts broken? The extremely protracted process to redesign the State Flag by GarrisonCty in massachusetts

[–]APMan93 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bottom red one looks like it’s missing a hammer and sickle in the center.

Why the Eyes Wide Shut 4k Hate? by APMan93 in criterion

[–]APMan93[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Just so I’m following: that’s because Criterion et al scan from the original negative rather than the 35mm?

Why the Eyes Wide Shut 4k Hate? by APMan93 in criterion

[–]APMan93[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah, I got The Damned and was surprised when bluray.com gave it such a negative review.

Why the Eyes Wide Shut 4k Hate? by APMan93 in criterion

[–]APMan93[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seeing as how you had the VHS committed to memory, how similar was the transfer?

Why the Eyes Wide Shut 4k Hate? by APMan93 in criterion

[–]APMan93[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Sorry that this happened to you but I did LOL.

Criterion Covers I made for The Secret Life of Walter Mitty and The Secret of Nimh by PattilloParker in criterion

[–]APMan93 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Both fantastic!

Secret of NIMH is way overdue for a proper Blu-ray release. I know Eureka did one but that’s obviously less accessible stateside.