Comments for Lasso The Movies

Comment on On Her Majesty’s Secret Service (1969)- Peter R. Hunt by Paul

Paul — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:03:46 +0000

Thanks so much for the complements! I am thrilled that you have enjoyed both Lasso the Movies and the James Bond series.

In regards to “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service”, last year I watched this film for the first time in years and was very impressed. Then I watched it twice this last week and each time I found it to be more and more lacking. I enjoy the seriousness of the film and in many ways consider it to be ahead of its time. Obviously this film follows the books better as well, but it does seem to lack some of the “magic” that other Bond films contain. I think it gets a bad wrap overall, but in the end I find myself wanting more.

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this film. I enjoyed hearing a different opinion.

Comment on Hulu Tuesday- Hobson’s Choice (1954)- David Lean by Paul

Paul — Thu, 23 May 2013 22:38:13 +0000

It's such an enjoyable film, and very unexpected from Lean. I read the post you did on this film as well and loved to see your thoughts. Here is a link for anyone interested in reading Caftan Woman's post!

Comment on On Her Majesty’s Secret Service (1969)- Peter R. Hunt by Stephen

Stephen — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:00:31 +0000

I’ve been following LTM for some time now, and must say you do a great job. I have been introduced to some excellent films, particularly westerns – thank you.
I was intrigued when you started the Bond thing, because I knew soon enough you would come to OHMSS, one of my favourites. A shame you only gave three stars to what I consider a 5-star movie, for most of the reasons you outline. The film brings Bond off in a new direction, and as a fan of the books, I think this is more like Fleming’s character. And, as you rightly point out, the action in excellent and not so staged as before.
I look forward to more…. Keep up the good work.

Comment on Hulu Tuesday- Hobson’s Choice (1954)- David Lean by Patricia Nolan-Hall (Caftan Woman)

Patricia Nolan-Hall (Caftan Woman) — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:09:09 +0000

By gum, the joys of “Hobson’s Choice” are many.

Comment on Sunday’s New Release Round-Up! by Paul

Paul — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:17:27 +0000

That sounds like a good day to be watching Tuner Classic Movies!

Comment on Cinemark Classic Series Teams with Steven Spielberg by Paul

Paul — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:16:50 +0000

I promise that there is no better way to experience “Schindler’s List” than on a big screen. Of course I feel that way about most movies.

Comment on Sunday’s New Release Round-Up! by Teddy Casimir

Teddy Casimir — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:42:44 +0000

I love Little Caesar! And White Heat!

What’s funny about you posting this now is that TCM is playing Little Caesar, The Petrified Forest and White Heat today (5/21). I’m definitely going to try and catch The Petrified Forest.

I also need to see Side Effects already.

Comment on Cinemark Classic Series Teams with Steven Spielberg by Teddy Casimir

Teddy Casimir — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:36:12 +0000

Hmmm, I do need to get around to seeing Schindler’s List. Thanks for the heads up! I’ll pass on the other 3 titles though.

Comment on Star Trek Into Darkness (2013)- J.J. Abrams by Paul

Paul — Tue, 21 May 2013 00:57:34 +0000

Glad to see that you enjoyed it as much as myself. I know it must be hard to make a film in a franchise and make it entertaining for a new audience, but I think Abrams has done a marvelous job.

I am a fan of calling it “The Scotty Show”. It might even be better than “Into Darkness”!

Comment on Star Trek Into Darkness (2013)- J.J. Abrams by Patricia Nolan-Hall (Caftan Woman)

Patricia Nolan-Hall (Caftan Woman) — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:26:28 +0000

The movie truly did accomplish a seamless combination of story and action, with relationships being an important focus. There was enough referencing the TV past to please long-time fans, but nothing that would impede enjoyment on the part of a newer audience. My daughter and I were alternately punching each other and clasping hands.

I look forward to seeing this one more than once. I have subtitled it, “The Scotty Show”.