crispcharles-44249
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The greatest "film" ever is difficult to say - something like Bergman's "The Seventh Seal" comes to mind. "Movies" and "films" are simply different categories.
Why is it the greatest movie? You must watch it to find out (if possible, see the slightly longer "director's cut"). There are aliens, vampires, zombies (the Prime Minister of England becomes a victim), Halley's comet, exploding blood apparitions, life-size animatronic puppets, Mick Jagger's brother, and Mathilda May. Regardless of the version you see, it is full-on insanity from start to finish. There is never a point when you think "OK, that could happen in real life", and of course I mean that in a good way. By the way, Ennio Morricone scored it, so if you like beautiful soundtracks it is a bonus.
Why is it the greatest movie? You must watch it to find out (if possible, see the slightly longer "director's cut"). There are aliens, vampires, zombies (the Prime Minister of England becomes a victim), Halley's comet, exploding blood apparitions, life-size animatronic puppets, Mick Jagger's brother, and Mathilda May. Regardless of the version you see, it is full-on insanity from start to finish. There is never a point when you think "OK, that could happen in real life", and of course I mean that in a good way. By the way, Ennio Morricone scored it, so if you like beautiful soundtracks it is a bonus.
Bookmaker Tommy Vale never refuses a bet - "That's my reputation, and I stick with it". One afternoon (the day of the Belmont Stakes) a nattily-dressed man walks in and makes a bet on the race. Upon winning, he puts the proceeds into another bet on a future baseball game - and wins that as well. Who is the mysterious man with unbeatable betting instincts?
If you grew up in the '80s, you probably watched "Tales From the Darkside" at some point. In their original run they were a Friday night treat. This episode features the late, great Danny Aiello and a young (and still with us, as of April 20 2025) Tom Noonan, a character actor with a lanky build. Like many great episodes, this one has the feel of a play rather than a TV show. I highly recommend it.
If you grew up in the '80s, you probably watched "Tales From the Darkside" at some point. In their original run they were a Friday night treat. This episode features the late, great Danny Aiello and a young (and still with us, as of April 20 2025) Tom Noonan, a character actor with a lanky build. Like many great episodes, this one has the feel of a play rather than a TV show. I highly recommend it.
Most people have a selection of movies they can watch repeatedly and which they enjoy more with each viewing. "The Raven" is one of those on my list. The egotistical character played by Peter Lorre cannot stay out of trouble, but perhaps he deserves it. Vincent Price is the most level-headed of the bunch, but his weak spot (the desperate longing to be reunited with "Lenore") causes him to do a supremely foolish thing - visit the castle of his father's old adversary in magic, played by Boris Karloff. And what of Lenore? This is where the heart-breakingly gorgeous Hazel Court enters the picture. The advertisements for the film described her as "luscious", and for once Hollywood was not lying. 10/10.