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No, you're always entitled to share a differing viewpoint, even if one or more of us don't concur.

Posted by Audiophilander (A) on January 18, 2006 at 23:06:38

In Reply to: You guys will probably expell me, but... posted by TRoutbum on January 18, 2006 at 19:51:43:

>>> "The guy who played Murrow certainly maintained a serious composure, but I liked his performance better in the "River Wild". Is the ability to maintain a serious demeanor worthy of an Oscar?" <<<

David Strathairn for all intent and purpose WAS Edward R. Murrow; that's what a talented actor should be able to convey when portraying a historical character. I don't wish to be presumptuous, but is it fair to say that you haven't seen much vintage footage of Murrow? If you had, you might agree at least in principle that David Strathairn's "serious composure" was not only appropo, but uncanny.

>>> "I could have done without the filterless cigarettes being smoked to the quick in every scene...is this supposed to duplicate a real feeling for the times?" <<<

The reason is simply authenticity. Back in the 50's nearly everyone smoked and Murrow was known to be a chain smoker. Lot's of folks died of lung cancer, so I understand your displeasure, but revising history to accomodate contemporary PC attitudes about smoking is much worse and just as noticeable, IMHO.

>>> "Oh well......I think I've just committed hari-kari here." <<<

Naw, Victor confiscated all of the serious edged weapons; you just nicked yourself with a safety razor; no biggy. :o)

AuPh

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Topic - Clooney...go back to ER - Troutbum 18:59:07 01/17/06 (7)

I'll sure agree about The Squid & The Whale but... - Harmonia 17:09:03 01/18/06 (0)

Sorry, but I have to disagree about Good Night and Good Luck. - Audiophilander 00:20:41 01/18/06 (5)

Re: Sorry, but I have to disagree about Good Night and Good Luck. - AudioHead 08:00:46 01/18/06 (4)

You guys will probably expell me, but... - TRoutbum 19:51:43 01/18/06 (3)

No, you're always entitled to share a differing viewpoint, even if one or more of us don't concur. - Audiophilander 23:06:38 01/18/06 (2)

Joe Pyne= Heavy Smoker=Lung Cancer=Death. nt - AudioHead 06:28:48 01/19/06 (0)

Re: No, you're always entitled to share a differing viewpoint, even if one or more of us don't concur. - Troutbum 06:10:45 01/19/06 (0)

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No, you're always entitled to share a differing viewpoint, even if one or more of us don't concur. - Audiophilander 23:06:38 01/18/06 (2)

Joe Pyne= Heavy Smoker=Lung Cancer=Death. nt - AudioHead 06:28:48 01/19/06 (0)

Re: No, you're always entitled to share a differing viewpoint, even if one or more of us don't concur. - Troutbum 06:10:45 01/19/06 (0)

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