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Post by Captain Spencer on Jan 31, 2018 3:00:39 GMT
The French Connection: The Best Picture Oscar winner, known for its gritty, documentary style of filmmaking, and boasts one of the most exciting car chases ever captured on film. Gene Hackman was perfectly cast as the rough-around-the-edges New York City cop who will stop at nothing to bust a drug smuggler. Set the pattern for this kind of urban action film.
Dirty Harry: This was the other trend-setting police action thriller that gave us a different breed of cop; a tough one who breaks all the rules in order to get the job done. Many A-list actors of the time turned down the role of Harry Callahan (including John Wayne, Paul Newman, and Steve McQueen) before Clint Eastwood accepted it. Andy Robinson gives a one-of-a-kind performance as the psychotic Scorpio, and it's hard to imagine anyone else in that role.
Straw Dogs: My fellow member Movielover and I discussed this classic on another thread, and we agreed that the last 20 minutes, in which David Sumner (Dustin Hoffman) has a showdown with the men who harassed him and raped his wife, are incredibly intense. Some of the finest work by director Sam Peckinpah, and uniquely edited.
A Clockwork Orange: Stanley Kubrick's brilliant and symbolic satire of a dystopian future. Malcolm McDowell is top-notch as the hoodlum who becomes the subject of government brainwashing. This is typical Kubrick that shows the deterioration of the human spirit. Strong stuff, but a delight for those who can take it.
The Cat O' Nine Tails: Dario Argento's second movie was widely maligned when first released, but has since become more admired by Argento fans. And for good reason. Visually stylish, richly atmospheric, stunning camera work, and well-staged murder sequences. Unlike other Argento movies that are thinly plotted, this one has a great story (although there are some noticeable plot holes).
The Sporting Club: This one's a very, very obscure film about the rich members of a summer club who clash with the groundskeeper and his hippie/biker friends. I saw this once on video years ago, but it turned out to be an edited version. From what I know, the uncut version contains graphic violence, sex, and profanity. It would be nice if this was given a blu-ray release, but that would be a miracle.
Walkabout: Even though director Nicolas Roeg is British and this is partly a British production, Walkabout can still be considered part of the so-called Australian New Wave. It certainly has the look and feel of it. Beautifully shot.
Billy Jack: Very popular in its day, but now incredibly dated. As Eric Cartman would say, this is just a bunch of tree-hugging hippie crap. Some nice karate fights, though.
Play Misty For Me: Clint Eastwood's directorial debut and the original Fatal Attraction, about a radio announcer stalked by a deranged woman. Nicely done by Clint; scary, suspenseful, and an intense climax.
Duck, You Sucker!: Sergio Leone's Mexican Revolution epic is not as good as his previous spaghetti westerns, but does have some nice touches. Most of all, it has what is arguably one of Ennio Morricone's best scores; hauntingly beautiful.
McCabe & Mrs. Miller: I have to admit I was never really a big fan of Robert Altman, but I did enjoy this revisionist western. Warren Beatty gives what is probably one of his best performances, and is brilliant as a two-bit gambler who opens up a bordello in a small mining town. He is matched all the way by Julie Christie.
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Post by outrider127 on Jan 31, 2018 3:13:49 GMT
The French Connection: The Best Picture Oscar winner, known for its gritty, documentary style of filmmaking, and boasts one of the most exciting car chases ever captured on film. Gene Hackman was perfectly cast as the rough-around-the-edges New York City cop who will stop at nothing to bust a drug smuggler. Set the pattern for this kind of urban action film. Dirty Harry: This was the other trend-setting police action thriller that gave us a different breed of cop; a tough one who breaks all the rules in order to get the job done. Many A-list actors of the time turned down the role of Harry Callahan (including John Wayne, Paul Newman, and Steve McQueen) before Clint Eastwood accepted it. Andy Robinson gives a one-of-a-kind performance as the psychotic Scorpio, and it's hard to imagine anyone else in that role. Straw Dogs: My fellow member Movielover and I discussed this classic on another thread, and we agreed that the last 20 minutes, in which David Sumner (Dustin Hoffman) has a showdown with the men who harassed him and raped his wife, are incredibly intense. Some of the finest work by director Sam Peckinpah, and uniquely edited. A Clockwork Orange: Stanley Kubrick's brilliant and symbolic satire of a dystopian future. Malcolm McDowell is top-notch as the hoodlum who becomes the subject of government brainwashing. This is typical Kubrick that shows the deterioration of the human spirit. Strong stuff, but a delight for those who can take it. The Cat O' Nine Tails: Dario Argento's second movie was widely maligned when first released, but has since become more admired by Argento fans. And for good reason. Visually stylish, richly atmospheric, stunning camera work, and well-staged murder sequences. Unlike other Argento movies that are thinly plotted, this one has a great story (although there are some noticeable plot holes). The Sporting Club: This one's a very, very obscure film about the rich members of a summer club who clash with the groundskeeper and his hippie/biker friends. I saw this once on video years ago, but it turned out to be an edited version. From what I know, the uncut version contains graphic violence, sex, and profanity. It would be nice if this was given a blu-ray release, but that would be a miracle. Walkabout: Even though director Nicolas Roeg is British and this is partly a British production, Walkabout can still be considered part of the so-called Australian New Wave. It certainly has the look and feel of it. Beautifully shot. Billy Jack: Very popular in its day, but now incredibly dated. As Eric Cartman would say, this is just a bunch of tree-hugging hippie crap. Some nice karate fights, though. Play Misty For Me: Clint Eastwood's directorial debut and the original Fatal Attraction, about a radio announcer stalked by a deranged woman. Nicely done by Clint; scary, suspenseful, and an intense climax. Duck, You Sucker!: Sergio Leone's Mexican Revolution epic is not as good as his previous spaghetti westerns, but does have some nice touches. Most of all, it has what is arguably one of Ennio Morricone's best scores; hauntingly beautiful. McCabe & Mrs. Miller: I have to admit I was never really a big fan of Robert Altman, but I did enjoy this revisionist western. Warren Beatty gives what is probably one of his best performances, and is brilliant as a two-bit gambler who opens up a bordello in a small mining town. He is matched all the way by Julie Christie. Agree on French Connection, Dirty Harry, Straw Dogs, Play Misty For Me |
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Post by movielover on Jan 31, 2018 3:26:34 GMT
1. Straw Dogs
2. Summer of '42
3. Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
4. The French Connection
5. The Last Picture Show
6. Play Misty for Me
7. A Clockwork Orange
8. Diamonds Are Forever
9. Duel
10. Carnal Knowledge
11. The Beguiled
12. The Omega Man
13. Bless the Beasts & Children
14. Harold and Maude
15. Dirty Harry
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Post by rudeboy on Jan 31, 2018 3:58:13 GMT
Murmur of the Heart and The Last Picture Show may be the two greatest films of the 1970s, but 1971 was packed with great stuff.
My top ten:
1. Murmur of the Heart
2. The Last Picture Show
3. Death in Venice
4. Walkabout
5. The Devils
6. McCabe and Mrs Miller
7. Sunday Bloody Sunday
8. Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
9. Harold and Maude
10. A Clockwork Orange
Also very good: Macbeth, Johnny Got His Gun, Summer of '42, Klute, Play Misty for Me. And I even really like Diamonds are Forever, the most unfairly maligned Bond movie.
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Post by ck100 on Jan 31, 2018 4:17:03 GMT
Diamonds Are Forever - A lot of people hate this Bond film, but I think it's entertaining as long as you don't take it seriously.
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Post by Sulla on Jan 31, 2018 4:25:08 GMT
These are my favorites from that year.
1. A Clockwork Orange
2. Dirty Harry
3. Nicholas and Alexandra
4. The French Connection
5. Murphy's War
6. THX 1138
7. Man in the Wilderness
8. The Andromeda Strain
9. The Omega Man
10. Big Jake
11. Straw Dogs
12. Play Misty for Me
13. Walkabout
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Post by bondfan90 on Jan 31, 2018 4:35:10 GMT
Diamonds Are Forever - A lot of people hate this Bond film, but I think it's entertaining as long as you don't take it seriously. It's a far cry from Sean's earlier films. It looks very cheap. The explosions look like something from a kid's chemistry set. Sean's performance fluctuates between bored and suave. There are good things about the film. John Barry's score is fantastic. I like the tinkling sound that occurs in most of the cues, Shirley Bassey's theme is haunting, Wint and Kidd are entertaining henchmen. I llke the quips they come out with and the inventive ways they try and kill people. Unfortunately this and Wint's love for aftershave, causes the downfall of the pair on a cruise liner. |
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Post by dirtypillows on Jan 31, 2018 4:36:29 GMT
The French Connection: The Best Picture Oscar winner, known for its gritty, documentary style of filmmaking, and boasts one of the most exciting car chases ever captured on film. Gene Hackman was perfectly cast as the rough-around-the-edges New York City cop who will stop at nothing to bust a drug smuggler. Set the pattern for this kind of urban action film. Dirty Harry: This was the other trend-setting police action thriller that gave us a different breed of cop; a tough one who breaks all the rules in order to get the job done. Many A-list actors of the time turned down the role of Harry Callahan (including John Wayne, Paul Newman, and Steve McQueen) before Clint Eastwood accepted it. Andy Robinson gives a one-of-a-kind performance as the psychotic Scorpio, and it's hard to imagine anyone else in that role. Straw Dogs: My fellow member Movielover and I discussed this classic on another thread, and we agreed that the last 20 minutes, in which David Sumner (Dustin Hoffman) has a showdown with the men who harassed him and raped his wife, are incredibly intense. Some of the finest work by director Sam Peckinpah, and uniquely edited. A Clockwork Orange: Stanley Kubrick's brilliant and symbolic satire of a dystopian future. Malcolm McDowell is top-notch as the hoodlum who becomes the subject of government brainwashing. This is typical Kubrick that shows the deterioration of the human spirit. Strong stuff, but a delight for those who can take it. The Cat O' Nine Tails: Dario Argento's second movie was widely maligned when first released, but has since become more admired by Argento fans. And for good reason. Visually stylish, richly atmospheric, stunning camera work, and well-staged murder sequences. Unlike other Argento movies that are thinly plotted, this one has a great story (although there are some noticeable plot holes). The Sporting Club: This one's a very, very obscure film about the rich members of a summer club who clash with the groundskeeper and his hippie/biker friends. I saw this once on video years ago, but it turned out to be an edited version. From what I know, the uncut version contains graphic violence, sex, and profanity. It would be nice if this was given a blu-ray release, but that would be a miracle. Walkabout: Even though director Nicolas Roeg is British and this is partly a British production, Walkabout can still be considered part of the so-called Australian New Wave. It certainly has the look and feel of it. Beautifully shot. Billy Jack: Very popular in its day, but now incredibly dated. As Eric Cartman would say, this is just a bunch of tree-hugging hippie crap. Some nice karate fights, though. Play Misty For Me: Clint Eastwood's directorial debut and the original Fatal Attraction, about a radio announcer stalked by a deranged woman. Nicely done by Clint; scary, suspenseful, and an intense climax. Duck, You Sucker!: Sergio Leone's Mexican Revolution epic is not as good as his previous spaghetti westerns, but does have some nice touches. Most of all, it has what is arguably one of Ennio Morricone's best scores; hauntingly beautiful. McCabe & Mrs. Miller: I have to admit I was never really a big fan of Robert Altman, but I did enjoy this revisionist western. Warren Beatty gives what is probably one of his best performances, and is brilliant as a two-bit gambler who opens up a bordello in a small mining town. He is matched all the way by Julie Christie. My all-time favorite year for good movies! And there were so many of them. The Last Picture Show Klute Sunday, Bloody Sunday A Clockwork Orange Macbeth X, Y and Zee Play Misty For Me Dirty Harry The Beguiled (Clint Eastwood triple threat!) Claire's Knee THX 1138 Duel Willard Fortune in Men's Eyes Panic in Needle Park Walkabout Let's Scare Jessica to Death Cat O' Nine Tails Harold and Maude The Mephisto Waltz Straw Dogs Bananas Desperate Characters Murmur of the Heart See No Evil Twitch of the Death Nerve |
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Post by bondfan90 on Jan 31, 2018 4:37:54 GMT
Get Carter was a fantastic film as well. I'm biased because i live in the North East of England where the movie was filmed. I like spotting the familiar landmarks.
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Post by ck100 on Jan 31, 2018 4:43:31 GMT
Diamonds Are Forever - A lot of people hate this Bond film, but I think it's entertaining as long as you don't take it seriously. It's a far cry from Sean's earlier films. It looks very cheap. The explosions look like something from a kid's chemistry set. Sean's performance fluctuates between bored and suave. There are good things about the film. John Barry's score is fantastic. I like the tinkling sound that occurs in most of the cues, Shirley Bassey's theme is haunting, Wint and Kidd are entertaining henchmen. I llke the quips they come out with and the inventive ways they try and kill people. Unfortunately this and Wint's love for aftershave, causes the downfall of the pair on a cruise liner. It still mystifies me why Wint and Kidd would just stuff Bond in some pipe and leave him there. Take out a gun, put it against Bond's head, pull the trigger, and then he's out like a light. Simple as that. |
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Post by FridayOnElmStreet on Jan 31, 2018 4:54:59 GMT
Top 10 of 71.
1. Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
2. Dirty Harry
3. The French Connection
4. A Clockwork Orange
5. And Now for Something Completely Different
6. Shaft
7. Harold and Maude
8. Diamonds Are Forever
9. The Anderson Tapes
10. Duel
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Post by bondfan90 on Jan 31, 2018 4:58:35 GMT
It's a far cry from Sean's earlier films. It looks very cheap. The explosions look like something from a kid's chemistry set. Sean's performance fluctuates between bored and suave. There are good things about the film. John Barry's score is fantastic. I like the tinkling sound that occurs in most of the cues, Shirley Bassey's theme is haunting, Wint and Kidd are entertaining henchmen. I llke the quips they come out with and the inventive ways they try and kill people. Unfortunately this and Wint's love for aftershave, causes the downfall of the pair on a cruise liner. It still mystifies me why Wint and Kidd would just stuff Bond in some pipe and leave him there. Take out a gun, put it against Bond's head, pull the trigger, and then he's out like a light. Simple as that. They got a bit too cocky in thier methods. Interestingly though. They shot Shady Tree in his dressing room, but Guy Hamilton left it out of the final cut of the film. It can be seen in the deleted scenes. |
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Post by hi224 on Jan 31, 2018 5:43:41 GMT
It's a far cry from Sean's earlier films. It looks very cheap. The explosions look like something from a kid's chemistry set. Sean's performance fluctuates between bored and suave. There are good things about the film. John Barry's score is fantastic. I like the tinkling sound that occurs in most of the cues, Shirley Bassey's theme is haunting, Wint and Kidd are entertaining henchmen. I llke the quips they come out with and the inventive ways they try and kill people. Unfortunately this and Wint's love for aftershave, causes the downfall of the pair on a cruise liner. It still mystifies me why Wint and Kidd would just stuff Bond in some pipe and leave him there. Take out a gun, put it against Bond's head, pull the trigger, and then he's out like a light. Simple as that. because the script said so honestly. |
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Post by jonesjxd on Feb 1, 2018 1:48:26 GMT
One of the greatest years in film history-- my favorites are Straw Dogs, Carnal Knowledge, French Connection, Clockwork Orange, Fiddler On The Roof, Escape From The Planet of the Apes, Willy Wonka, Diamonds are Forever, Last Picture Show, Vanishing Point
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Post by Captain Spencer on Feb 1, 2018 2:32:50 GMT
I agree with the comments here about how 1971 was a great year for cinema. Indeed it was!
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Post by them1ghtyhumph on Feb 1, 2018 2:44:04 GMT
I'll go with Dirty Harry and The Devils
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2018 2:46:42 GMT
Diamonds Are Forever - A lot of people hate this Bond film, but I think it's entertaining as long as you don't take it seriously. Bond in a pink tie. Nuff said. F. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2018 2:47:19 GMT
I thought A Clockwork Orange was overrated. It wasn't bad, but I didn't see it as being particularly great either.
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Post by ck100 on Feb 1, 2018 3:35:52 GMT
Diamonds Are Forever - A lot of people hate this Bond film, but I think it's entertaining as long as you don't take it seriously. Bond in a pink tie. Nuff said. F. And it's very short.
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Post by movielover on Feb 1, 2018 3:51:53 GMT
Bambi and Thumper were memorable characters.  |
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