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In Reply to: Re: Glengarry GlenRoss posted by Victor Khomenko on December 12, 2002 at 13:07:07:
Every performance is inspired. Being derived from the Pulitzer Prize winning stageplay Glengarry Glen Ross is composed of a limited number of set pieces that may appear somewhat claustrophobic on the big screen, but given the high-caliber of acting of it's outstanding ensemble cast that is quickly forgotten and may even work to it's advantage. IMHO, criticism of ANY performance in this film borders on pure buffoonery coming from someone who considers himself a connoisseur of quality film fare. True, Pacino has phoned-in overacted performances in a number of roles over the years, but he NAILS his character in David Mamet's screenplay. As a matter of fact, every character is stunningly well defined and each actor's performance articulated flawlessly.FYI, the story which you consider "banal and trivial, artificial and tired" would more accurately be described as inspired and sophisticated, realistic and original in my informed opinion; unfortunately, your viewpoint is diametrically opposed to what I've expressed here. Of course, you're entitled to like or dislike whichever films you choose, but in fairness you should also consider the possibility that some of those European films you like may fall well short of the praise you and other armchair critics heep on them; some are REAL snoozers by comparison.
AuPh
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Personnal, dear Auph ?
Victor and I agree on some things and disagree on quite a few more, but when someone criticizes every element of a film which you consider artistic and insightful it comes close to a criticism of one's personal tastes. My remarks were entirely fair and I stand by them.AuPh
And do NOT stand by yourself...Bad habit.
Sometimes he loses it, and getting personal is not unusual for him.Unfortunately he also divides all films into American and Foreign, and instead of learning what else is out there, in that great world of ours, he simply locks the door and closes his eyes.
As I've pointed out, it's nothing personal; if someone else had heaped dung all over Glengarry Glen Ross they would've received a similar critique of their shoveling technique. As for Mr. Khomenko's comment about dividing films into European and American, I do this only because the styles and subject matter are often quite different, not better or worse, nor because I've chosen to "lock the door and close my eyes." It would probably surprise Victor to learn that I'm actually a fan of WORLD cinema, ...just not the particular European films he seems to find favor with. As a matter of fact, judging from his track record on critiques, I'd almost conclude that Victor's recommendation is a sure fire reason to ask for a second or third opinion, but THAT might get personal. ;^)AuPh
Mr. Khomenko and Victor are they the same person ?
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