Films/DVD Asylum

"The Browning Version" : A Classic that Never Loses Its Power

69.143.200.205

Cosmic Closet

I pulled out my old tape of this film, and once again I was blown over by Michael Redgrave's performance.
For anyone who hasn't seen this film, definitely give it a chance. It's B/W British drama, rather 'stagey' if you are only used to newer films, but Redgrave's portrayal of the hated, broken professor with his own crushing grief hidden behind his frosty manners is just devastating.

The one scene where he finally gives in to his pain will make anyone weep.

I put this in the league of Emil Jannings in 'The Blue Angel.'

I know it has been remade, and kudos to Albert Finney for tackling the role, but I have yet to bring myself to watch it.

Not a cheerful film, but an unforgettable one.

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Follow Ups:

YES, YES, YES - Larry I 06:45:30 01/05/09 (0)
I've always thought that M. Redgrave's performance is one of the best male lead performances on film. I have a copy of both this film and the Albert Finney remake. The remake is not too bad, but, it is pointless to do a remake when the original is so good (particularly sad that the remake has Matthew Modine in an important role).
I liked the remake (nt) - Doug Flynn 23:32:44 01/04/09 (0)
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