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• Re: This is a minor film I never forget, " Peter´s Friends " - TAFKA Steve 15:19:55 01/23/04 (5)
  In Reply to: Re: This is a minor film I never forget, " Peter´s Friends " posted by Beethoven on January 23, 2004 at 08:52:25:

  Kenneth Branagh gave a very convincing performance as a drunkard.

  > > A pure British ensemble drama. < <

  How do you feel about the Rita Rudner character? The first time I saw this I thought she was an unnecessary diversion from the others. But seeing it a second time, I could appreciate the British view of the annoying American stereotype.

  Also loved the Emma Thompson "Catwoman" character, as I have a friend who used to carry pictures of her cats in costumes in her purse.

  I really enjoyed the music of this film's soundtrack, chosen by Branagh, and recommend it on CD. Nina Simone's "My Baby Just Cares For Me" has audiophile quality sound, and that wonderful strolling piano.
  
  

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  • At the time, Rudner was married to a Brit--pretty sure that's how she scored the role. -n - albee33 11:19:16 01/24/04 (0)
    In Reply to: Re: This is a minor film I never forget, " Peter´s Friends " posted by TAFKA Steve on January 23, 2004 at 15:19:55:

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  • Rita Rudner - Beethoven 05:50:46 01/24/04 (0)
    In Reply to: Re: This is a minor film I never forget, " Peter´s Friends " posted by TAFKA Steve on January 23, 2004 at 15:19:55:

    I think she is one of the writers of the movie. From what I understand, it was originally to be played by all American actors, but it turned into something else. Her character didn't bother me, though I am not a big fan of her personally.

    Yes, I admit the movie is somewhat predictable and there are other ensemble dramas that are good, but there is a quality to this story and the acting by the various actors that kept me engrossed.
    
    

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  • So, it's one of those British films that.... - dennzio 18:00:56 01/23/04 (2)
    In Reply to: Re: This is a minor film I never forget, " Peter´s Friends " posted by TAFKA Steve on January 23, 2004 at 15:19:55:

    bores one to tears? Maybe it's me, but they all look as if they got into the prunes a bit too much. And the Ugly American prop...is that in all British movies or what?
    
    

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    • I didnt like it; there are FAR better British films - grinagog 19:51:31 01/23/04 (0)
      In Reply to: So, it's one of those British films that.... posted by dennzio on January 23, 2004 at 18:00:56:

      "Friends" I thought was shallow, mediocre, predictable and largely humorless
      If you want to see just how pale fare this is; compare Ken Russels "Salomes Last Dance" with Nicholas Grace, Stratford Johns and Glenda Jackson to see just how wickedly delicious British cinema can be
      Graham
      
      
      

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    • "What was the middle one?"--Otto, Fish Called Wanda. - TAFKA Steve 18:19:26 01/23/04 (0)
      In Reply to: So, it's one of those British films that.... posted by dennzio on January 23, 2004 at 18:00:56:

      The Ugliest American in British cinema.
      
      

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• Re: This is a minor film I never forget, " Peter´s Friends " - patrickU 08:57:29 01/23/04 (0)
  In Reply to: Re: This is a minor film I never forget, " Peter´s Friends " posted by Beethoven on January 23, 2004 at 08:52:25:

  I love it too, of course, but it still a "minor" film..for me.
  If you write " not " you should cary on, on the " why´s "...
  
  
  

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