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The Twilight Zone: The Comedian (2019)
Very predictable - they coulda woulda shoulda done better
If this premier episode is the caliber of the new Twilight Zone, it's gonna get cancelled very fast. What a total letdown.
77 Sunset Strip: Out of the Past (1959)
A really young Adam West
Right away we see a very young and very good looking actor in Adam West, i.e. TV's Batman of the 60's. What a treat! Love this show and all episodes are great.
Roman J. Israel, Esq. (2017)
Two time Academy award winner Denzel Washington
You know, when you have two - count them two - Academy Award Oscar wins to your credit, you can pretty much do any role you choose as you are Hollywood Gold. And that describes Denzel Washington. Perhaps this role wasn't everyone's cup of tea, but who cares it's Denzel, the actor who can pick and choose whatever role he wants. Denzel has had some great roles - St. Elsewhere, Glory, The Hurricane, Training Day, John Q, even Mo Better Blues (among many) which have been outstanding films with top notch casts and Denzel Washington leading them all with his outstanding acting talent and that "schitch" is exactly what made Denzel famous and why people love him and why he can pick and choose whatever role he pleases. And in this film, it's the dialog that takes it to the next level. No there's no hi speed car chases or shoot 'em out scenes so If this film fails to provide that sort of enthusiasm people are looking for in today's Fantasy Films, perhaps you haven't paid attention to the point of the film. Reality isn't for everyone.
Elementary (2012)
I was hooked after one episode
I picked a random episode to watch and was instantly hooked! I've always loved Sherlock Holmes (and Watson) books, stories, movies and shows and have watched, read, listened to just about all of them. I didn't think Jeremy Brett and Edward Hardwicke could be topped, but I love this modern Sherlock and Lucy is great as Watson. The series sort of follows the Holmes stories - kinda - except with the aforementioned modern upgrade, plus there are original stories too. There's the arch enemy, some of the shows have the same titles and do follow the stories only with a modern twist. I love Aiden Quinn (I've always loved Aiden Quinn) as the Police Captain and Jon Michael Hill as Detective Bell. I think they add a lot and enhance the whole series.
If you aren't opposed to an update of the 19th Century Holmes, you'll love this series!
Route 66 (1960)
People these days would not, could not appreciate Route 66
TV Viewers these days simply cannot and will not appreciate Route 66 - they can't sit still long enough to understand the story lines! Young viewers - 30's and younger - simply cannot comprehend an intelligent show that makes it's audience actually think. Viewers want a show that has more slapstick than knowledge - if they'd just get through a couple of episodes perhaps they'd understand the greatness of Route 66. It's a bygone era and a bygone style of TV writing. So sad for the young viewers - they have no idea what they're missing. Because it's in Black and White, they feel it's "too old" "Outdated" and don't even try. I love the episodes from my home state! I do believe, with the County Libraries help, I've managed to re-watch every episode of Route 66, even that first illusive episode - Black November. It is interesting seeing actors' (Ed Asner, Suzanne Pleshette, Julie Newmar, etc.) guest appearances on these shows! Tod, Buz and Linc were such Good Guys! Such good all American boys traveling to good All American towns. There's love friction, violence, social issues - everything a show has to offer! Route 66 has it all!
Route 66 (1993)
If you don't know what you're talking about don't review a show
The original Route 66 with Tod and Buz/Linc was absolutely wonderful and great! Each week bringing its viewers to a different actual location instead of some Hollywood 'set'. Engrossed in people's lives, always the 'good guys', you just couldn't help but fall in love with Tod, Buz and Linc. Back in the day when blue collar jobs were plentiful, wages were decent and cost of living was reasonable.
This show however, was a horrible attempt to re-create what the original series offered. Black and white shows were the best - back when writers knew how to actually write and audiences appreciated an intelligent show. These days TV seems to be made for morons or people who think it's fun to watch other people insult one another. That's why I prefer to check out old TV series from the local County Library or watch them on Netflix. I'll never pay for cable TV.
The Corvette in the original series was inherited by Tod from his dad (the only thing he left him as he died penniless) which is stated in the first Episode of Season one - a wonderful episode if you can find it. Likewise, Tod did most of the driving. The Sports Car never belonged to Buz (or Linc) so he could not have willed it to anyone - that's a fail right there. Buz would not have abandoned a son since he himself had grown up in an orphanage. It was never stated the car was Red - in fact in interviews with Milner, Maharis and Silliphant (the original writer) they stated the car was blue and sometimes green. The car did change with the latest models.
Going even further - some may think Route 66 was fashioned after "On The Road" by Jack Kerouac, whom Buz and Linc resembled a bit. I however, think that Milner was the better actor and was overlooked time and time again for his abilities - just because he didn't have dark hair and a pretty boy face - although he was very tall and handsome! Milner had a big part in "Valley of the Dolls" and later went to to star in Adam12. He is now 80 years old and looks it. If you look hard enough, I'm sure you can find an episode of the original series that was filmed in your state or possibly your home town! That's one of the wonderful things that was so great about the original series - they actually filmed on location!
About Mrs. Leslie (1954)
Hazel in a swimming suit! Hilarious!
I came across this little film and thought if Shirley Booth was in it, it must be interesting. This is a great little film - a true gem! Seeing Hazel in a swimming suit on the beach and evening gown acting seductive as a nightclub singer is worth everything! Although the film was made a few years before "Hazel" and Shirley is slim and young, she is still "Shirley" - she was no great beauty but her acting makes up for any of that and you don't even think about it. Her genuine smile and easy manner win viewers over in an instant. I loved this film! Old movie buffs will definitely appreciate this true and rare insight into Shirley Booth's acting, outside of "Hazel" - which I loved by the way. Younger viewers should take a look at this to understand what "real" acting is, instead of the lax luster films Hollywood churns out these days.
True Grit (2010)
Loved it - up until the end
I was anxiously awaiting this remake of the John Wayne/Glenn Campbell/Kim Darby 1969 classic. Of course I could not help but compare the two movies. I really liked this 2010 Version - Loved Matt Damman as LaBoeuf and Jeff Bridges was great as Rooster Cogburn - the girl playing Mattie was wonderful as well, although I had not heard or seen her before, so I'll check out some of her other films. I wondered how Mr. Bridges was going to handle that 'awesome' Cogburn scene against Ned Pepper and he did great- no overacting, just natural and to the point. Not enough of Josh Brolin though :) Even if he was the bad guy.
I loved this film up until the end that is. The Cohn Bros. completely changed the ending and I don't know why - it seemed so weak. Maybe that's the original story ending, but I didn't like it. Who wants to see a wrinkled up 40 year old Mattie? It just seemed like they ran out of time or something and quickly slapped something together to end the story and it was purposely done or else they would have just gone with the classic 1969 ending.
But all in all it is well worth a watch and maybe even an Oscar nod. I'd also suggest watching the original.