A lot of these films were on cable TV all the time back in the 1980s. Plenty has always been one of my favorite underrated, obscure movies. It's a heartbreaking story about a woman who reaches the peak of her life as a young woman during the chaos of WWII but thereafter is shunted into stifling conformity and never again realizes heroism or her personal potential. Again, it's Streep, and she's great.
GARBO TALKS is very enjoyable. Good performances by Anne Bancroft and Ron Silver. It's a good-hearted meditation on movie star worship. When I saw it in the theater on its first release, I had never seen a Garbo movie. Now that I've become a Garbo freak, I watch the film in a very different way. I'm also a big fan of PLENTY. So glad to see Kino bringing these films back, although I still have decent DVD copies of both.
I was pleasantly surprised that on my last visit to Barnes and Noble they had a Kino Lorber section and it was 50% off. Very glad because I still very much want to shop in person and pay with cash.
Cross Creek is a special little film about a woman that moves to the everglades to escape and write a book. You’ll love it Heath! Youngblood is a guilty pleasure and fun! Made in England looks awesome! I’m going to pick up all three! Great video!
Thanks, Heath! If you haven't seen it, you should check out a movie called International House. I have it as part of a W.C. Fields box set. It's a very weird pre-code comedy about investors gathering at a hotel in China where they're hoping to buy an inventors new television invention. It features Cab Calloway and his band doing a song about smoking marijuana. There's all kinds of other weirdness in this one. Bela Logosi is in it in a comedy role and he's hilarious. W.C. Fields makes some very pre-code wisecracks. Also here are Rudy Vallee, Burns & Allen, Baby Rose Marie (the Rose Marie from the Dick Van Dyke show when she was a child), Franklin Pangborn and Peggy Hopkins Joyce playing herself. She was a socialite from the era who was famous for getting rich from her multiple marriages to tycoons.
‘Plenty’ is a slow burn, brilliantly acted. It was a David Hare script based on his play of the same name. It’s one of my favourite performances of Meryl because she isn’t the typical relatively character. Directed by Fred Schepsi (also directed ‘A Cry in the Dark’ with Meryl). I remember seeing ‘Garbo Talks’ back when it first came out on VHS. I recall finding it a fun watch. Anne Bancroft’s as good as always. As for ‘Up the Creek,’ I clearly remember that Kino had released this film before. The same with ‘Youngblood,’ as you guessed.
Up the creek and Youngblood are awesome really entertaining I have the older Kino Blu's I had to import them to here in the UK as neither has yet been released been years since I watched Thunderbolt And Lightfoot but remember it being pretty great!
Billy Mitchell was a very important historical figure, helping to get air power accepted during World War I and beyond. Mostly a courtroom drama, it features an excellent Gary Cooper performance.Worth seeing, even if not a totally engrossing film.
Thanks again, Heath. I will gladly check out Classic Ghosts, as l have nothing against made for tv movies. I recently watched a tv movie with Elliot Gould from the 1980's and it was excellent. CROSS CREEK also looks like another small winner, as are most films with Rip Torn. Lots of great material from Kino!
Regarding your comment about the likes of Scorsese and Coppola: Eddie Muller of the Film Noir Foundation (and TCM host) spoke about "Megalopolis" and his interview of Francis Ford Coppola. View "Ask Eddie" October 24 2024 starting at about the 1:27:26 mark on RUclips.
I'm pretty excited every time you post these because there's always something I didn't know was coming out and it's something else for me to be psyched about. I'm excited for that cab calloway and Harold Lloyd set. I had that to my ever-growing Kino lorber wish list, haha Keep on shirt-c*ckin' it 😂
For a Friedkin film, Rules of Engagement is forgettable, but for KL releases The Hunted and Bug are pretty good, and To Live and Die in LA is fantastic
I would love to get TOPKAPI- but I just CAN'T buy any blu ray that specifically says it is from a new 4K scan. That means a 4k disc could be around the corner and I am tired of the double dip strategy that Kino and Arrow ALWAYS employ. (I know Tarzi says that isn't their M.O. - and I simply don't believe it.)
I've seen Brick back in my Uni days, friend recommended it. Initially I kinda liked it as I loved a good murder mystery, but I do agree it can be a bit pretentious, and all the terminology they use, you will need to look up the words they use... or they may explain them in the movie I don't remember. But Joseph Gordon Levitt is brilliant in this.
Brick is excellent. If you're into noir (I know you are!), then the lingo shouldn't be a barrier. Sure, it's stylized. That either works for you or it doesn't. It's easily my favorite Rian Johnson film. I'm excited for The Falling Star. Abel & Gordon are the heirs of Keaton/Chaplin slapstick. I've hunted down all their previous films, from a bunch of labels (the only other Kino is The Fairy). There is always something charming to be found in their works.
You need to watch FLUKE... that is a VERY unique "dog movie" to say the least. The opening sequence alone is like- whaaaaa, did I play the correct movie? Very interesting, very cute at times, sad at times and tonally BIZARRE at times. Worth watching.
CROSS CREEK is based on a novel by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings who wrote THE YEARLING. While the film does not match that classic, it is still quite a good, involving film. Tell us what you think.
The remastered 3D 1978 kung fu classic Magnificent Bodyguard was supposed to be released in November, but I checked my preorder, and now it claims it might be released next year or a year afterward. I couldn't believe it. Then, some American distributors of the preorder claimed it would be released in December this year. I don't know what to believe . I had to cancel the order.
I found Cowboys and Aliens to be VERY disappointing. No HDR and to be honest, I couldn't tell the difference between it and the original studio blu-ray release from years ago. KL claimed they couldn't properly add the HDR for some reason, so they left it out. A shame because that might have made it a little more worthwhile. Extd cut on the blu-ray - I'm guessing that's a licensing issue, but getting sick of it nonetheless
There is only ONE Billy Mitchell and he is the King of Pac Man, lol. Yes Heath he is the first Billy Mitchell that came to my mind. Then I thought hey maybe this is him being persecuted in a court for cheating? Just kidding.
Not just pants,
Disco pants 💥🕺💥
A lot of these films were on cable TV all the time back in the 1980s. Plenty has always been one of my favorite underrated, obscure movies. It's a heartbreaking story about a woman who reaches the peak of her life as a young woman during the chaos of WWII but thereafter is shunted into stifling conformity and never again realizes heroism or her personal potential. Again, it's Streep, and she's great.
GARBO TALKS is very enjoyable. Good performances by Anne Bancroft and Ron Silver. It's a good-hearted meditation on movie star worship. When I saw it in the theater on its first release, I had never seen a Garbo movie. Now that I've become a Garbo freak, I watch the film in a very different way. I'm also a big fan of PLENTY. So glad to see Kino bringing these films back, although I still have decent DVD copies of both.
I was pleasantly surprised that on my last visit to Barnes and Noble they had a Kino Lorber section and it was 50% off. Very glad because I still very much want to shop in person and pay with cash.
Thanks for the rundown, Heath! Always enjoy these!👍
Cross Creek is a special little film about a woman that moves to the everglades to escape and write a book. You’ll love it Heath! Youngblood is a guilty pleasure and fun! Made in England looks awesome! I’m going to pick up all three! Great video!
I went to see Brick in theaters. The trailer wowed me. I get the pretentious angle but it really is worth a watch. Great movie!!!
Barnes and Noble 50% off now. I just got 17 films on a hand full of releases, some 4k uhd. adds up to 7.50 per film . yippee!
Another good job Heath on bringing many movies to us all that would go under the radar ,I’m interested in the Caligari film.
Thanks for the info, Heath "No Pants" Ledger
Heath. Where's all the George Burns movies?
Thanks, Heath! If you haven't seen it, you should check out a movie called International House. I have it as part of a W.C. Fields box set. It's a very weird pre-code comedy about investors gathering at a hotel in China where they're hoping to buy an inventors new television invention.
It features Cab Calloway and his band doing a song about smoking marijuana. There's all kinds of other weirdness in this one. Bela Logosi is in it in a comedy role and he's hilarious. W.C. Fields makes some very pre-code wisecracks. Also here are Rudy Vallee, Burns & Allen, Baby Rose Marie (the Rose Marie from the Dick Van Dyke show when she was a child), Franklin Pangborn and Peggy Hopkins Joyce playing herself. She was a socialite from the era who was famous for getting rich from her multiple marriages to tycoons.
Love these videos Heath. I’m discovering so many movies that I would otherwise not even know existed.
‘Plenty’ is a slow burn, brilliantly acted. It was a David Hare script based on his play of the same name. It’s one of my favourite performances of Meryl because she isn’t the typical relatively character. Directed by Fred Schepsi (also directed ‘A Cry in the Dark’ with Meryl).
I remember seeing ‘Garbo Talks’ back when it first came out on VHS. I recall finding it a fun watch. Anne Bancroft’s as good as always. As for ‘Up the Creek,’ I clearly remember that Kino had released this film before. The same with ‘Youngblood,’ as you guessed.
Keep up the amazing job buddy
Plenty with Streep is very good- WW2 atmosphere and Sting does a good job. Recommend.
Great work once again! Thanks, Heath! God bless and stay safe!
Thanks for the info. I am happy to see such a wide range of films being distributed by KL. I see at least eight that I will be getting.
Thanks for the new video, Heath! Always something good to get with Kino~this month has some solid offerings!
Screened the Powell and Pressburger doc for a festival. I think you'll enjoy it.
Up the creek and Youngblood are awesome really entertaining I have the older Kino Blu's I had to import them to here in the UK as neither has yet been released been years since I watched Thunderbolt And Lightfoot but remember it being pretty great!
Billy Mitchell was a very important historical figure, helping to get air power accepted during World War I and beyond. Mostly a courtroom drama, it features an excellent Gary Cooper performance.Worth seeing, even if not a totally engrossing film.
I love Brick! I think it's really clever. I suggest a revisit :)
Up the Creek was previously one of the MGM Vault titles.
Not a huge Brick fan either. But I think about it often because I drive past the high school where they filmed it multiple times a week.
I’m going to go with shorts!
Thanks again, Heath. I will gladly check out Classic Ghosts, as l have nothing against made for tv movies. I recently watched a tv movie with Elliot Gould from the 1980's and it was excellent. CROSS CREEK also looks like another small winner, as are most films with Rip Torn. Lots of great material from Kino!
Brick was heavily influenced by Miller's Crossing. It's my favorite Rian Johnson film.
Yes, Cross Creek, especially, nice to see it get a good release. also Garbo Talks and Plenty are all good films.
Regarding your comment about the likes of Scorsese and Coppola: Eddie Muller of the Film Noir Foundation (and TCM host) spoke about "Megalopolis" and his interview of Francis Ford Coppola. View "Ask Eddie" October 24 2024 starting at about the 1:27:26 mark on RUclips.
BODY & SOUL is THE movie that directly inspired RAGING BULL
I'm pretty excited every time you post these because there's always something I didn't know was coming out and it's something else for me to be psyched about.
I'm excited for that cab calloway and Harold Lloyd set. I had that to my ever-growing Kino lorber wish list, haha
Keep on shirt-c*ckin' it 😂
My copy of the Classic Ghosts collection should be coming in a few days. I looked up the individual titles so I'm looking forward to checking them out
Pants? I say Honey Nut Cherios pajamas.
Don't be fooled. FLUKE is aimed at adults. It follows Carlei's success with FLIGHT OF THE INNOCENT. Both are terrific films
For a Friedkin film, Rules of Engagement is forgettable, but for KL releases The Hunted and Bug are pretty good, and To Live and Die in LA is fantastic
Hi Heath. You also know that there is a 1962 release of Dr. Calabari and also 2005 version.
I would love to get TOPKAPI- but I just CAN'T buy any blu ray that specifically says it is from a new 4K scan. That means a 4k disc could be around the corner and I am tired of the double dip strategy that Kino and Arrow ALWAYS employ. (I know Tarzi says that isn't their M.O. - and I simply don't believe it.)
has kino done this recently?
FYI- CALIGARI was released last year on 4k by EUREKA/Masters of Cinema
Yup and with art that was 1,000 times better. That slip art is hideous,
I've seen Brick back in my Uni days, friend recommended it. Initially I kinda liked it as I loved a good murder mystery, but I do agree it can be a bit pretentious, and all the terminology they use, you will need to look up the words they use... or they may explain them in the movie I don't remember. But Joseph Gordon Levitt is brilliant in this.
TF1 is a tv network in France
Brick is excellent. If you're into noir (I know you are!), then the lingo shouldn't be a barrier. Sure, it's stylized. That either works for you or it doesn't. It's easily my favorite Rian Johnson film.
I'm excited for The Falling Star. Abel & Gordon are the heirs of Keaton/Chaplin slapstick. I've hunted down all their previous films, from a bunch of labels (the only other Kino is The Fairy). There is always something charming to be found in their works.
You need to watch FLUKE... that is a VERY unique "dog movie" to say the least. The opening sequence alone is like- whaaaaa, did I play the correct movie? Very interesting, very cute at times, sad at times and tonally BIZARRE at times. Worth watching.
Anchorman style
No pants or underwear. You’re wearing a kilt in honor of Braveheart.
TF1 is one of the major channels in France.
CROSS CREEK is based on a novel by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings who wrote THE YEARLING. While the film does not match that classic, it is still quite a good, involving film. Tell us what you think.
The remastered 3D 1978 kung fu classic Magnificent Bodyguard was supposed to be released in November, but I checked my preorder, and now it claims it might be released next year or a year afterward. I couldn't believe it. Then, some American distributors of the preorder claimed it would be released in December this year. I don't know what to believe . I had to cancel the order.
Brick is so good it birthed a film award category on the long running film podcast Filmspotting called The Golden Bricks.
I found Cowboys and Aliens to be VERY disappointing. No HDR and to be honest, I couldn't tell the difference between it and the original studio blu-ray release from years ago. KL claimed they couldn't properly add the HDR for some reason, so they left it out. A shame because that might have made it a little more worthwhile.
Extd cut on the blu-ray - I'm guessing that's a licensing issue, but getting sick of it nonetheless
There is only ONE Billy Mitchell and he is the King of Pac Man, lol. Yes Heath he is the first Billy Mitchell that came to my mind. Then I thought hey maybe this is him being persecuted in a court for cheating? Just kidding.
A lot of releases but I only bought Cowboys and Aliens and The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari. Not really interested in the rest.
No pants