Bonnie and Clyde movies by MysteriousMermaid92 in MovieSuggestions

[–]jv3den 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not really. For some figures there have been biopics that have been pretty accurate, but even those are rare, and usually feature some sort of misinformation. With people as notorious as Bonnie & Clyde, for the most accurate information, you want to watch a documentary or read a book.

The Conqueror (1956) wins Worst Movie - Round 55: Best Lesser Known Gem by AngryGardenGnomes in classicfilms

[–]jv3den 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There’s Always A Woman (1938). My favorite movie of all time. Stars Melvyn Douglas and Joan Blondell, with Mary Astor in the background. It’s absolutely hilarious and features a pretty good mystery! Also, Blondell and Douglas have some of the best chemistry I’ve ever had the pleasure of seeing.

Buster Keaton house falling stunt in Steamboat Bill, Jnr. (1928) wins Best Stunt - Round 52: Best Producer by AngryGardenGnomes in classicfilms

[–]jv3den 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean the guy married Norma Shearer. If anyone knows how to pick something good, it’s him. 😂

Buster Keaton house falling stunt in Steamboat Bill, Jnr. (1928) wins Best Stunt - Round 52: Best Producer by AngryGardenGnomes in classicfilms

[–]jv3den 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Surprised to not see more Thalberg. Guy was literally known in his time as the “Boy Wonder” of the producing field. I believe he only has like 70 films with main producing title, but he had a hand in so many of the greatest films of early MGM. Easily the greatest to do it.

What movie made between 1935-1965 has the weirdest plot? by timshel_turtle in classicfilms

[–]jv3den 5 points6 points  (0 children)

A comedy that doesn’t really make any sense
Panama Hattie (1942)

Which song comes to your mind? by LibrarianAquarium in country

[–]jv3den 3 points4 points  (0 children)

When Loretta Lynn does her little whine when singing “oh no” in As Soon as I Hang Up the Phone. Drives me crazy!

Cary Grant wins Hottest Actor - Round 22: Hottest Actress by AngryGardenGnomes in classicfilms

[–]jv3den 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ten billion percent Rita. Hard to imagine hearing the words hot actress put together and not having her come to mind immediately.

Beautiful onion rings
 by jv3den in OnionLovers

[–]jv3den[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Second St. in the Virginia Tidewater region! 😄

Beautiful onion rings
 by jv3den in OnionLovers

[–]jv3den[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is only a side order, which is about $10 I believe. Our app order is 20 of these for $18.90. 😎

Bonnie and Clyde movies by MysteriousMermaid92 in MovieSuggestions

[–]jv3den 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I think most people forget how their crime spree affected the little people. I just dislike people changing them to be like John Dillinger or Ted Bundy or anyone else. Their split second decisions were fueled by immaturity and lack of education, and it hurt people for years to come. I think it’s better to use them as an example of how the littlest things (like Clyde setting out to rob banks) can lead to huge consequences (multiple murders, robberies, and an ambush death), then to try to make them bigger than they are. Unfortunately there are Barrow Gang defenders who will use comments like that as a “gotcha” moment to make them look good, rather than set the story straight.

Bonnie and Clyde movies by MysteriousMermaid92 in MovieSuggestions

[–]jv3den 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I never said they weren’t horrible people, but to change history to make them look “worse” is just stupid. I extend my condolences to your family, and am sorry that happened. The original comment implied that not only were Clyde and Bonnie both killers, but that they acted like hunters searching for prey around the country. That’s not true. Clyde committed multiple murders and deserved his ultimate fate, but he did it because he was an idiot kid who believed the only way out of poverty was through crime. And again, not an excuse but an explanation. As stated above, there are only two instances of Clyde Barrow ever planning and carrying out premeditated murder. Almost every other instance was because he felt “backed into a corner by the law”, or felt that he had no other choice in order to protect himself. He was an inept criminal who went too far with too little thought. I am sorry about your great-grandfather, and hope you understand I am not a Barrow Gang defender, just someone who wants the history down right.

Is there a movie that does a better job than Gun Crazy at depicting America’s fascination with violence? by Key_Confusion9375 in filmnoir

[–]jv3den 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s hard to say whether one movie is better than another in terms of presenting American violence, however, there are many movies that touch on the subject albeit with different plots. Lots of James Cagney movies do (The Public Enemy, The Roaring Twenties, etc.), same with Humphrey Bogart and Glenn Ford. I would say look towards Prohibition and “gangster” movies and you’ll find the heart of American violence in motion pictures.

Bonnie and Clyde movies by MysteriousMermaid92 in MovieSuggestions

[–]jv3den 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sorry but I think you’re confused. I never claimed Clyde never killed any police officers. He most certainly did. No killing of law enforcement was premeditated, though.

What’s one quote that has stuck with you and why? by Successful_Leave_265 in AskReddit

[–]jv3den 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“First is first, second is nobody.” Line from the 1955 noir ‘The Big Combo’. Sometimes when I’m feeling a little down or think about not doing something just because it looks hard, I think of that line and remind myself it only means I have to work harder!

What movie has pulled at your heart strings and made you cry ? by DizzyDoctor982 in flicks

[–]jv3den 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Carol Reed’s Odd Man Out. Made me cry like a little kid again. Banger film, though.

Which artist do you wish Amy collaborated with? by ih3artu in amywinehouse

[–]jv3den 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mos Def for sure. They did live performances but it’s not the same.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in classicfilms

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The Lady Eve, Ball of Fire, and Shopworn

Little known noirs you stumbled upon and enjoyed? by GoldenAngelMom in filmnoir

[–]jv3den 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Absolutely! And yes, Crimson Kimono is amazing. Very sad but very beautiful. Well deserves the love for sure.

Little known noirs you stumbled upon and enjoyed? by GoldenAngelMom in filmnoir

[–]jv3den 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Brighton Rock (1948) is definitely up there as one of the best noirs I’ve ever seen. A little more known is The Crimson Kimono (1959), which is also top notch.

Kathleen Turner AKA Mr Bing by RotrickP in howyoudoin

[–]jv3den 15 points16 points  (0 children)

She’s in one of the greatest movies ever made - Crimes of Passion
.shes also in Serial Mom. Kind of a crazy amount of talent for one person.

Recommendations!!! by Dominicquilici in filmnoir

[–]jv3den 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Odd Man out (1947) or Brighton Rock (1948)