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| bramble |
Posted - Jul 31 2005 : 9:39:18 PM
I know there is somewhere an old posting on this topic but I can't seem to locate it., so here goes. Just finished watching "The Oldest Living Confederate Widow Explains It ALL" and loved it! Read the book years ago but didn't care for it as much (rare for me).You will love the scenery, time setting, the clothes (Diane Lane wears an apron that is almost identical to my favorite but the back of mine is curved not straight at the hem), and her character is a girl who learns to live just left of center the constraints set for women in her day. She's feisty, plucky, funny, compassionate and learns to turn her life into a life worth living and cherishes her days here on earth though they may not be what everyone would call ideal.Donald Sutherland, Cicely Tyson and Anne Bancroft complete this quirky but neat movie.( I got it in the $5.00 DVD bin at WalMart on my way home from camp.Money well spent!)
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| Aunt Jenny |
Posted - Dec 31 2005 : 3:50:10 PM
I totally totally love "The Straight Story" and bought the video. It is such a good one...hey, I havn't watched it in awhile..maybe tonight. Richard Farnsworth was also great as the uncle in Anne of Green Gables..but this movie is so touching...A must see for sure!
Jenny in Utah
It's astonishing how short a time it takes for very wonderful things to happen...Frances Burnette
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| lauradahlia |
Posted - Dec 31 2005 : 3:37:00 PM
How about The Straight Story? An old farmer in his eighties drives his riding mower to the next state to see the brother he hasn't spoken to in 20 years. It's the last adventure of a man who's done a lot of living, and the satisfaction on his face as he crosses gorgeous golden midwest plains on his mower is priceless. The actor, Richard Farnsworth, was nominated for an Oscar but lost to the kid from The Sixth Sense.
Amelie is also a favorite, as well as The Tango Lesson by Sally Potter. Great love story with fantastic dancing.
A tireless mind and a grateful heart will lead to sweeter mysteries. |
| Fabulous Farm Femmes |
Posted - Nov 30 2005 : 10:32:38 PM
The book is lovely, as is Sense and Sensibility. Personally I consider them her best works, I can read them over and over. |
| Kate |
Posted - Nov 30 2005 : 4:16:42 PM
After all of this talk last night I put in the first tape of Pride and Prejudice OHHH I'm excited to start watching it again (for the hundredth time). I'm not sure if the new one will be as good but I'm still excited to see it. I’m hoping Emil will watch it with me. Molly I'm so happy to hear your husband enjoys it too. Have you ever read the book?? Was it good?
xoxo Kate
Tomorrow is always fresh with no mistakes in it.....unless they are spelling mistakes. |
| mollymae |
Posted - Nov 30 2005 : 3:52:39 PM
YES!! The A&E BBC version of Pride and Prejudice (starring a magnificent Colin Firth..woot!) is my all-time favorite movie. My husband's too, for that matter, we love to sit and watch the whole thing together, usually splitting it up into 2 nights since it is around 6 hours long on DVD. I am interested in seeing the new version with Keira Knightley, but it won't be the same  . The funny thing is, not too long ago my husband and I saw Judi Dench in something and said "oh she would make a perfect Lady Catherine DeBurgh"...and sure enough they have cast her in that role!! (We are so good...lol)
Molly
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"This is love: to fly toward a secret sky, to cause a hundred veils to fall each moment. First to let go of life. Finally, to take a step without feet."~Rumi
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| sqrl |
Posted - Nov 30 2005 : 2:46:51 PM
the Tristan and Isolde story has always been favorite of mine. I didn't know they did a movie of the it. Oh can't wait to see it. Fun!!
Blessed Be
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| Fabulous Farm Femmes |
Posted - Nov 29 2005 : 01:23:22 AM
I'm with Kate and Lucinda, the A & E version of Pride and Prejudice was brilliant. Each person cast in that version was so utterly perfect I can't understand why anyone would want to remake it and even try to compete! |
| Kate |
Posted - Nov 28 2005 : 2:13:30 PM
Lucinda
I wish I could come this sounds so FUN!! I would come to a Pride and Prejudice sleep over in a heart beat. It's such a wonderful story one every girl should see. It's the perfect movie to watch on a snow day. I'm praying for Snow!!
Tomorrow is always fresh with no mistakes in it.....unless they are spelling mistakes. |
| thehouseminder |
Posted - Nov 28 2005 : 1:14:36 PM
Hi Kate,
I love the A&E version of "Pride and Prejudice." The first time I watched it, DH was sick in bed with the flu and I was knitting a scarf for him for Christmas.
Sometime I want to have a Farmgirl Pajama Party and watch the whole thing again marathon style.
We have a "British Tea Shop" here in town run by a British Ex-Pat. She hosts a Jane Austen tea the second Saturday of every month. We show up wearing our "Kate Greenaway" style outfits, sip tea and sherry, and generally have a wonderful time.
Wish you were here, you could join us!!!
Lucinda
P.S. Are you going to go and see the new one with Keira Knightly and Rosamund Pike? I keep thinking I'll be too distracted the parts they have played previously: Pike was a Bond Femme Fatale and Knightly has played soccer and medival tomboys.
When we were young, there were moments of such perfectly crystallized happiness that we stood stock still and silently promised ourselves that we would remember them always. And we did. --Holly J. Burkhalter , "Four Midwestern Sisters' Christmas Book"
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| Kate |
Posted - Nov 28 2005 : 12:27:19 PM
My Favorite movie of all time is Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austin. My sister mom and I always watched it when I lived at home. On VHS it's really long...8 tapes I think but totally worth it. I see a new version is out in the theater I'm so excited to see if it's any good. Has anyone seen it??
Tomorrow is always fresh with no mistakes in it.....unless they are spelling mistakes. |
| BlueEggBabe |
Posted - Nov 28 2005 : 12:07:05 PM
"What right do we have to try to understand the feelings of another person?"
Trying to understand the feelings of others is what makes the world go 'round. Judging the feelings of others is what hurts.
My feeling is that if I want to spend time with a same sex couple, I'll go visit my real life friends, not pay $10 to watch a faked Hollywood version by two men who are obviously heterosexual.
This topic started as " Hottie-Heath Ledger-Casanova-Fantasy Man for
all Women." I posted about the one Heath Ledger movie that wasn't discussed earlier and completely opposite of the roles that were.
I guess I should have avoided the topic like everyone else.
Note to self for future posts.
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| Fabulous Farm Femmes |
Posted - Nov 23 2005 : 1:12:18 PM
Wait for it to come out on DVD, and then you can zap to "next scene"!! |
| KJD |
Posted - Nov 23 2005 : 12:44:29 PM
I won't be seeing that one. Too bad, I'm sure the scenery will be beautiful. |
| Aunt Jenny |
Posted - Nov 23 2005 : 08:53:27 AM
I don't know...seems like seeing him kissing a guy would sort of blow the fantasy..but thats just me.
Jenny in Utah
It's astonishing how short a time it takes for very wonderful things to happen...Frances Burnette |
| Julie |
Posted - Nov 22 2005 : 09:58:08 AM
Sue, I do wish you were closer, as we could surely have some turkey day fun.
I've spent the past 4 days with my old girlfriends and we have laughed, cried, giggled, shopped, and cooked wonderful meals together. Never do we miss a beat. I'll let you lick the beaters until they are in no need of washing!
My daughter and I are cooking breakfast as I type. She is expecting a baby girl, Maida, in March. I love to watch her eat. Every bite is like a new experience to her taste buds.
Sounds like you need to be lifted up, so I'm putting you in my arms right now girlfriend. Warmest hugs Sue. I'll be thinking of you today as I travel over the Montana mountain passes, listening to my tunes and books on CD.
always close
julie
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| MeadowLark |
Posted - Nov 22 2005 : 08:35:12 AM
BEB, I'll save some batter for ya in me warm kitchen!
If I keep a green bough in my heart, the singing bird will come. |
| CabinCreek-Kentucky |
Posted - Nov 22 2005 : 08:09:13 AM
Walk the Line ... just saw this movie last night and very much enjoyed it. Can't believe that Joachim and Reece actually did all the Johnny and June SINGING in this film! The 'opening' shot of the movie is my most favorite 'opening' scene i've seen in a movie in my memory. And the scenes with his brother in their youth were very touching too. The scene where he is pretty much 'discovered' (when he 'brings it home') gave me chills .. and WOWZER ... the Folsom Prison scene just gave me 'stand up and shout' chills .. AND .. when he proposes to June (on stage) .. give me cry clumps in my throat! I've not really 'given anything away' here .. it's all very obvious as you watch the movie .. and it's not a who-dunnit type of film. Definitely Academy Award Nomination .. if, indeed, not winner! xo, frannie |
| Julie |
Posted - Nov 21 2005 : 10:53:37 PM
Saw HARRY POTTER AND THE GOBLET OF FIRE last night. AWESOME!!! It had me at the edge of my seat and trying not to spill the popcorn. The computer-generated special effects jumped right out of the screen at me. I did make a few yells and squeals. Darn Voldermort, I just don’t like him at all. He has no manners. EVER! But wait, that’s the way the story goes…There is a romantic storyline that begins to unfold, but left one a little confused as to who Hermione is really affectionate for, Ron or Harry? We know it is Ron, for her tears come from her heart, yet she does spend a lot to time with Harry. Not as much classroom time in this film, but lots of excitement with the Triwizard Tournament. Harry finds himself right in the middle of it as his name is mysteriously chosen. It was the shortest 2 ½ hours of my day. Go see it, you’ll have a magical time for sure.
BEB, I haven't seen the previews for Casanova with Heath Ledger yet. You better believe it will be on my list. Heath Ledger is so hot! even for an older chick like me....My girls and I have watched him in Ten Things I Hate About You, a million times! I love the scene where he is singing 'your just to good to be true'(my old boyfriend sang it to me all the time) as he is watching Julia Stiles play soccer, and pops the security guard on the bottom....The two sisters in the film where so much like my two girls growing up that I thought I was looking in a mirror. BEB, thanks for the hug last week.
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| Fabulous Farm Femmes |
Posted - Nov 20 2005 : 8:06:29 PM
Tristan and Isolde were always my favorite English Lit.studies!! I had not heard they were making a movie...oh I am in heaven!! I did hear that someone was making "Beowulf"..any one know anything about that?
Sue BEB, I am a fellow sucker for anymovie of the past!! Wish you lived closer, we could have FarmGirl movie night outs!! |
| mollymae |
Posted - Nov 20 2005 : 2:36:40 PM
Ooh just your description of Tristan and Isolde, BEB, makes me definitely want to see it, I'm going to have to do an internet search for it, and the fact that it is also a Ridley Scott movie will make it incredible. I can't wait to see "Chronicles of Narnia" as well!!!
Molly
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"This is love: to fly toward a secret sky, to cause a hundred veils to fall each moment. First to let go of life. Finally, to take a step without feet."~Rumi
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| BlueEggBabe |
Posted - Nov 20 2005 : 12:06:48 PM
Did you also see a preview for Casanova with Heath Ledger?
nope,didn't see that one.My daughter swoons over him though! In fact, all the other previews I saw paled in comparison to Tristan & Isolde. I can't even recall what they were.
Did see a huge billboard for "Narnia" that looked like it would be cool to watch. Not sure the arrival of that one
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| KJD |
Posted - Nov 20 2005 : 11:56:39 AM
We saw Walk the Line last night, too, and loved it! I love how June Carter stuck by him and brought him through his dark days. She was so loveable! Did you also see a preview for Casanova with Heath Ledger? Another British of olde movie coming soon. And I'd like to go see the new Pride and Prejudice... |
| BlueEggBabe |
Posted - Nov 20 2005 : 10:25:54 AM
I am a sure sucker for all those "times of olde" movies.
I love the medieval attire, the beauty of the languages,the rich historical backdrop (minus modern day cars,telephones,etc)
you name it...
I am there!!!
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"If more of us valued good food, cheer and song above hoarded gold,the world would be a merrier place."
J.J.R.Tolkien |
| MeadowLark |
Posted - Nov 20 2005 : 10:14:47 AM
Thanks for the recs BEB! Joaquin Phoenix is one of my favorite actors these days...there is Oscar talk about this movie....also I love those princess/warrior /castles films...this sounds like an awesome movie!
If I keep a green bough in my heart, the singing bird will come. |
| BlueEggBabe |
Posted - Nov 20 2005 : 07:41:02 AM
Went to see the new release of "Walk the Line" last night...
about the early life of Johnny Cash. Joaquin Phoenix's performance of "the man in black" was nothing short of incredible. He even did all of his own singing as well did Reese Witherspoon, who sang her part as June Carter.Just had to come home and dig up and dust off my old album of Johnny singing Folsom Prison Blues.
I really enjoyed the movie.
ALSO, so looking forward to a movie that is being released in January called "Tristan and Isolde".They bill it as "Before Romeo and Juliet there was...." Here is a description I plucked off the internet:
"This longtime dream project of producers Tony Scott and Ridley Scott explores the medieval legend of a princess and warrior's love affair, which threatens to tear apart an uneasy peace between England and Ireland. A tale of epic battles, royal intrigue and a timeless, star-crossed passion."
All I can say is the trailer had such striking and beautiful visuals, soundtrack and of course the thrill of forbidden love.
I cannot WAIT to see this one!!!
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