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For those of you who haven’t seen season 2 of White Lotus, F Murray Abraham is excellent in that.
Agree, it’s top 5 for me easyThis may be where I complain about a movie being ranked too low. Amadeus probably in the running for 50 greatest movies of all time for me.
Yes, of course - was pretty much joking. But anyone that carries his pledge class with a 1.2 GPA shouldn’t be overlooked.The other two movies, he was part of an excellent ensemble cast. In Amadeus, he and Abraham carried it. So I’d vote that.Not an easy decision determining whether Tom Hulce's best performance was in Amadeus, Parenthood or Animal House.
You’re missing out on such a fun movie. I don’t think I know anyone who has ever seen it who didn’t like it, including some of my stoner friends in college who only listened to rap and knew nothing about classical music. It’s just not the movie you think it is but I understand why people get the impression it’s a stuffy period piece. Amadeus is a frat kid obsessed with boobs and farts and getting drunk and it’s really more of a murder mystery than biopic.I’ve never seen Amadeus and I’m ok with that.
I have stayed away because of the bold. Maybe I ought to put it in the list to watch.It’s just not the movie you think it is but I understand why people get the impression it’s a stuffy period piece. Amadeus is a frat kid obsessed with boobs and farts and getting drunk and it’s really more of a murder mystery than biopic.
I’m not opposed to it - just haven’t seen it for whatever reason, and at this point it’s been so long that I don’t really care if I see it or not.You’re missing out on such a fun movie. I don’t think I know anyone who has ever seen it who didn’t like it, including some of my stoner friends in college who only listened to rap and knew nothing about classical music. It’s just not the movie you think it is but I understand why people get the impression it’s a stuffy period piece. Amadeus is a frat kid obsessed with boobs and farts and getting drunk and it’s really more of a murder mystery than biopic.I’ve never seen Amadeus and I’m ok with that.
I'd recommend giving it a shot. It really was a whole lot more entertaining than I thought it would be.I’m not opposed to it - just haven’t seen it for whatever reason, and at this point it’s been so long that I don’t really care if I see it or not.You’re missing out on such a fun movie. I don’t think I know anyone who has ever seen it who didn’t like it, including some of my stoner friends in college who only listened to rap and knew nothing about classical music. It’s just not the movie you think it is but I understand why people get the impression it’s a stuffy period piece. Amadeus is a frat kid obsessed with boobs and farts and getting drunk and it’s really more of a murder mystery than biopic.I’ve never seen Amadeus and I’m ok with that.
ETA: I’m not opposed to movies about classical music composers as I loved “Immortal Beloved” about Beethoven.
For those of you who haven’t seen season 2 of White Lotus, F Murray Abraham is excellent in that.
I think this is a solid ranking. Really like this movie.45. Victory (1981)
I think this is a solid ranking. Really like this movie.45. Victory (1981)
I also liked that if you read the white board in a couple of the Ted Lasso episodes they had the keeper listed as "Hatch". I actually started laughing and everyone in the room had no idea why I was doing that. It just struck me as a nice little touch that shows how good of a show Lasso was.
This got The Simpsons’ Dr. Zaius song stuck in my head.
47. Bull Durham (1988)
Directed by: Ron Shelton
Starring: Kevin Costner, Susan Sarandon, Tim Robbins
Synopsis: In minor league baseball, a veteran catcher attempts to teach a young pitcher the ropes.
I believe in the Church of Baseball- Susan Sarandon as Annie.
A classic rom-com of the 80s (there will be more) AND a classic baseball film of the 80s (there will be more of these as well.) All three leads play their parts perfectly and there is plenty of sexual tension. Shelton made several sports rom-coms over a decade or so; this is probably his best.
46. Amadeus (1984)
Directed by: Milos Foreman
Starring: F. Murray Abraham, Tom Hulce
Synopsis: The life of Wolfgang Mozart as seen through the eyes of his competitor Salieri.
It seemed to me that I was hearing the voice of God- F. Murray Abraham as Salieri.
This film is a gorgeous period piece and its main conceit is fascinating: that a genius like Mozart could be, to those close to him, an annoying jerk. Yet Hulce offers such a great performance (both leads do) that you can’t help but like him anyhow. I was actually thinking of Hulce’s performance in this film recently as I watched A Complete Unknown with Timothee Chalomet as Bob Dylan (great movie btw.) There are similarities. Both actors masterfully portray their characters as self-centered annoying jerks who are somehow likable yet ultimately unknowable.
The year 2024 was the first time a movie with baseball as the central theme was not made since 1982.47. Bull Durham (1988)
Directed by: Ron Shelton
Starring: Kevin Costner, Susan Sarandon, Tim Robbins
Synopsis: In minor league baseball, a veteran catcher attempts to teach a young pitcher the ropes.
I believe in the Church of Baseball- Susan Sarandon as Annie.
A classic rom-com of the 80s (there will be more) AND a classic baseball film of the 80s (there will be more of these as well.) All three leads play their parts perfectly and there is plenty of sexual tension. Shelton made several sports rom-coms over a decade or so; this is probably his best.
I'm hard pressed to name a better baseball movie. I probably have "The Natural" ahead, but not by much.
he year 2024 was the first time a movie with baseball as the central theme was not made since 1982.
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If we aren't counting Major League then there's always moneyball, 8 men out, the sandlot47. Bull Durham (1988)
Directed by: Ron Shelton
Starring: Kevin Costner, Susan Sarandon, Tim Robbins
Synopsis: In minor league baseball, a veteran catcher attempts to teach a young pitcher the ropes.
I believe in the Church of Baseball- Susan Sarandon as Annie.
A classic rom-com of the 80s (there will be more) AND a classic baseball film of the 80s (there will be more of these as well.) All three leads play their parts perfectly and there is plenty of sexual tension. Shelton made several sports rom-coms over a decade or so; this is probably his best.
I'm hard pressed to name a better baseball movie. I probably have "The Natural" ahead, but not by much.
My rankings.If we aren't counting Major League then there's always moneyball, 8 men out, the sandlot
Bad News Bears (the original) not up there?My rankings.If we aren't counting Major League then there's always moneyball, 8 men out, the sandlot
1. The Natural
2. Moneyball (totally slipped my mind)
3. Bull Durham
4. Major League
5. Sandlot
6. Field of Dreams
7. 8 Men Out
I've never seen it or don't remember seeing itBad News Bears (the original) not up there?My rankings.If we aren't counting Major League then there's always moneyball, 8 men out, the sandlot
1. The Natural
2. Moneyball (totally slipped my mind)
3. Bull Durham
4. Major League
5. Sandlot
6. Field of Dreams
7. 8 Men Out
and they say my list is badMajor League did not slip my mind but it did not make this list.
This will probably be my biggest disagreement for your list. It's a great movie and definitely 80's. I would for sure have it above Bull Durham (not by much but they have to be in some order).Major League did not slip my mind but it did not make this list.
Its a better movie talking about it and reminiscing about the lines than actually watching it at this point. I watched it a few months ago and while it was still entertaining and full of nostalgia as I knew what was coming it just wasn't quite as good as I had thought it would be. It wasn't bad, it just had the story get in the way of the comedy more than I remembered.I'm not a fan of either Murray or (especially) Chase but almost everything works in Caddyshack.
I can see that. It's like a movie version of a Rowan and Martin type sketch show.Its a better movie talking about it and reminiscing about the lines than actually watching it at this point. I watched it a few months ago and while it was still entertaining and full of nostalgia as I knew what was coming it just wasn't quite as good as I had thought it would be. It wasn't bad, it just had the story get in the way of the comedy more than I remembered.I'm not a fan of either Murray or (especially) Chase but almost everything works in Caddyshack.
"You'll get nothing and like it!"44. Caddyshack (1980)
Directed by: Harold Ramis
Starring: Chevy Chase, Rodney Dangerfield, Ted Knight, Bill Murray
Synopsis: Golf caddy becomes embroiled in a feud between country club members
Don’t sell yourself short, judge, you’re a tremendous slouch! - Chevy Chase as Ty Webb
I’ve never been a huge Chevy Chase fan but this is probably the funniest thing he ever did. Also probably the best golf movie ever.
If the last paragraph means Fletch isn’t on your list, I’m probably done reading the rest of this thread.44. Caddyshack (1980)
Directed by: Harold Ramis
Starring: Chevy Chase, Rodney Dangerfield, Ted Knight, Bill Murray
Synopsis: Golf caddy becomes embroiled in a feud between country club members
Don’t sell yourself short, judge, you’re a tremendous slouch! - Chevy Chase as Ty Webb
I’ve never been a huge Chevy Chase fan but this is probably the funniest thing he ever did. Also probably the best golf movie ever.
I just take it for what it is. It's that sweet spot of early 80's cheesy.....like Fast Times, or Bad News Bears.Its a better movie talking about it and reminiscing about the lines than actually watching it at this point. I watched it a few months ago and while it was still entertaining and full of nostalgia as I knew what was coming it just wasn't quite as good as I had thought it would be. It wasn't bad, it just had the story get in the way of the comedy more than I remembered.I'm not a fan of either Murray or (especially) Chase but almost everything works in Caddyshack.
There's gotta be at least a couple more Chevy Chase appearances on this list. I wouldnt give up hope just yet!If the last paragraph means Fletch isn’t on your list, I’m probably done reading the rest of this thread.44. Caddyshack (1980)
Directed by: Harold Ramis
Starring: Chevy Chase, Rodney Dangerfield, Ted Knight, Bill Murray
Synopsis: Golf caddy becomes embroiled in a feud between country club members
Don’t sell yourself short, judge, you’re a tremendous slouch! - Chevy Chase as Ty Webb
I’ve never been a huge Chevy Chase fan but this is probably the funniest thing he ever did. Also probably the best golf movie ever.
Definitely. I wasn't trying to say it was bad.......just that as time goes on the funny hits first and the story goes away but when actually watching it the story is more involved than it should be.I just take it for what it is. It's that sweet spot of early 80's cheesy.....like Fast Times, or Bad News Bears.
Jeesh......I can't believe you are selling Caddyshack 2 short.Also probably the best golf movie ever.
It's a tremendous slouch.Jeesh......I can't believe you are selling Caddyshack 2 short.Also probably the best golf movie ever.
Wikipedia has let me down once again.he year 2024 was the first time a movie with baseball as the central theme was not made since 1982.
Wikipedia link
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Yeah, perhaps my biggest movie-related hot take is that I don't think Caddyshack is very good. I just don't think it's that funny aside from Murray's scenes, the plot is dumb and Chase is awful.Its a better movie talking about it and reminiscing about the lines than actually watching it at this point. I watched it a few months ago and while it was still entertaining and full of nostalgia as I knew what was coming it just wasn't quite as good as I had thought it would be. It wasn't bad, it just had the story get in the way of the comedy more than I remembered.I'm not a fan of either Murray or (especially) Chase but almost everything works in Caddyshack.
Oh yeah? Well tanks fer nuttin!Its a better movie talking about it and reminiscing about the lines than actually watching it at this point. I watched it a few months ago and while it was still entertaining and full of nostalgia as I knew what was coming it just wasn't quite as good as I had thought it would be. It wasn't bad, it just had the story get in the way of the comedy more than I remembered.I'm not a fan of either Murray or (especially) Chase but almost everything works in Caddyshack.
Of course the plot is dumb. That's the point, it's a slapstick comedy a notch above an SNL skit.Yeah, perhaps my biggest movie-related hot take is that I don't think Caddyshack is very good. I just don't think it's that funny aside from Murray's scenes, the plot is dumb and Chase is awful.Its a better movie talking about it and reminiscing about the lines than actually watching it at this point. I watched it a few months ago and while it was still entertaining and full of nostalgia as I knew what was coming it just wasn't quite as good as I had thought it would be. It wasn't bad, it just had the story get in the way of the comedy more than I remembered.I'm not a fan of either Murray or (especially) Chase but almost everything works in Caddyshack.
Right on"You'll get nothing and like it!"44. Caddyshack (1980)
Directed by: Harold Ramis
Starring: Chevy Chase, Rodney Dangerfield, Ted Knight, Bill Murray
Synopsis: Golf caddy becomes embroiled in a feud between country club members
Don’t sell yourself short, judge, you’re a tremendous slouch! - Chevy Chase as Ty Webb
I’ve never been a huge Chevy Chase fan but this is probably the funniest thing he ever did. Also probably the best golf movie ever.
Makes my top 10 for the 80's, easy
Good double entendre, that line.Oh yeah? Well tanks fer nuttin!Its a better movie talking about it and reminiscing about the lines than actually watching it at this point. I watched it a few months ago and while it was still entertaining and full of nostalgia as I knew what was coming it just wasn't quite as good as I had thought it would be. It wasn't bad, it just had the story get in the way of the comedy more than I remembered.I'm not a fan of either Murray or (especially) Chase but almost everything works in Caddyshack.