~HEROES & VILLAINS~in the Movies-Tell us your favorite?FReeper Canteen Feb.2 07

[fatima]

~HEROES & VILLAINS~
"You never know someone, until you step inside their skin and walk around a little." -- Atticus Finch Silence of the Lambs Silence of the Lambs "Silence of the Lambs" is a memorably startling look into the mind of a killer. In order to stop a disturbed murderer, FBI agent Clarice Starling (Jodie Foster) must enlist the help of Dr. Hannibal Lecter (Anthony Hopkins). A former killer himself, Lecter understands how the criminal's mind works and may be the only one who can help Clarice complete her assignment. But can someone as maniacally insane as Lecter truly be trusted?



No western came close to matching the popularity of "Shane," a great cinematic treasure available now on DVD and VHS. It told a familiar story, but A.J Guthrie Jr's screenplay (based on Jack Shaeffer's novel), George Stevens' direction, and a superb cast headed by Alan Ladd (pictured), Van Heflin, and Jean Arthur (in her last screen appearance), offered up something truly special. "Shane" captured six Oscar nominations, attracted audiences not usually interested in westerns, and earned Alan Ladd a respected place in the hearts of western fans everywhere. Jack Palance was the scallywag. He turned a simple act of putting on a glove into a chilling prelude to murder. Emile Meyer was another who was fascinating to watch. And Elisha Cook Jr. and Ben Johnson left memories. But from the opening scene to the last fade-out, the picture belonged to child star Brandon DeWilde. He spoke for every small boy who ever gave his heart to a western hero. What more could a small boy want than a hero like Shane?



The image of the deranged Baby Jane Hudson tormenting her wheelchair bound sister Blanche is one of the most indelible in all of screen history. Never before or since have two such legendary actresses faced off in a movie in such a visceral manner. After decades of stardom both Bette Davis and Joan Crawford had seen better days as box-office attractions when they signed on to star opposite each other in this low-budget thriller directed by Robert Aldrich. Made for less than a million dollars What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? was an instant smash, earning 1.6 million its opening weekend. Within a year it had grossed nearly ten times its production costs and quickly became a cult classic. When the home video market arrived in the nineteen-eighties it was a hit again and thanks to the wonder of the DVD format is still earning revenue today. Not bad for two old broads who hadn't had a bona-fide hit in years.



Considered by many today as the finest baseball movie ever made, “The Pride of the Yankees” follows Gehrig from his historic 14-year major league career through his battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a debilitating nerve disease, which forced him to retire early in 1939. His farewell speech, made upon his retirement, helped immortalize the quiet personality as a hero and an all-American role model. “The Pride of the Yankees,” which features several of Gehrig’s real-life teammates playing themselves, including Bill Dickey, Bob Meusel, Mark Koenig, Bill Stern and Babe Ruth, won the Oscar in 1942 for Film Editing (Daniel Mandell).



Fredo Corleone: I'm your older brother, Mike, and I was stepped over! Michael Corleone: That's the way Pop wanted it. Fredo Corleone: It ain't the way I wanted it! I can handle things! I'm smart! Not like everybody says... like dumb... I'm smart and I want respect!

[ChildOfThe60s]

[JennysCool]

[ClearBlueSky]

THE movie hero for my generation---
Luke Skywalker.
The perfect archetype of a mythical hero, perfectly portrayed IMO. He went from blonde,beautiful and innocent to confident and powerful and sexy.
If a galaxy needs saving, it might as well be by a blond in black!
The unexplored depths of his character are what make Luke Skywalker the perfect cultural icon.

[fatima]

Wow,What a movie and he was great ChildOfThe60s.

[mylife]

Although The Indiana Jones series is rather dated, Harrison Ford was a fine hero likable and enigmatic.

Villians? William Defoe and Christopher Walken always creeped me out

[fatima]

Bond-James Bond,thanks JennysCool(((Hugs)))

[AZamericonnie]

Supporting our Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen, and Coast Guardsmen
at more than 1,000 places across the U. S. and around the world.

~Tribute to Our Troops~

[tcostell]

[mylife]

I was wondering as well, but you reference to gregory peck reminds me... Robert Duvall is a fine hero as Gus Mcrae in "lonsome Dove

[Soaring Feather]

Hi bestest girlfriend. Great thread, thanks.

[fatima]

Here you go ClearBlueSky,Luke Skywalker

[AZamericonnie]

Sorry late...the thread went up before I got home!:)

Thank you for this evenings thread fatima! *Hugs*

[mylife]

"Robert Mitchum in Cape Fear-never saw it"

Ohh its creepy

[ClearBlueSky]

Oh yessssssssss!
That's my idea of the whole package! Thanks so much for the eye candy!

[SandRat]

Ever wonder about the abbreviation A.S.A.P.? Generally we think of it in terms of even more hurry and stress in our lives. Maybe if we think of this abbreviation in a different manner, we will begin to find a new way to deal with those rough days along the way.

---

There's work to do, deadlines to meet;
You've got no time to spare,
But as you hurry and scurry-
ASAP - ALWAYS SAY A PRAYER

In the midst of family chaos,
"Quality time" is rare.
Do your best; let God do the rest-
ASAP - ALWAYS SAY A PRAYER.

It may seem like your worries
Are more than you can bear.
Slow down and take a breather-
ASAP - ALWAYS SAY A PRAYER

God knows how stressful life is;
He wants to ease our cares,
And He'll respond to all your needs
A.S.A.P. - ALWAYS SAY A PRAYER.

[WestVirginiaRebel]

I always thought Humphrey Bogart was equally effective as a good guy and a bad guy. Michael Douglas, too.

[fatima]

Hi mylife,William Defoe

[acad1228]

Tunes for the Troops!!!

Eddie Cleanhead Vinson

Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson - Sugar
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Bonnie Raitt - Love Me Like A Man
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Chris Duarte Group - What Can I Do
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Colin James - Standin' On The Edge
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Delbert McClinton - Everytime I Roll the Dice
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[fatima]

Thanks Connie(((Hugs)))

[Mrs.Nooseman]

Evening Fatima.{{{HUGS}}}
Great thread.
John Wayne= My all time favorite Movie hero
As to a favorite Movie villain I don't think I have one.