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- Опубликовано: 2 окт 2024
- Johnnie Byrne is a member of the British Parliament. In his 40s, he's feeling frustrated with his life and his personal as well as professional problems tower up over him. His desires to win the next election are endangered by his constant looking for love and he is faced with the choice of giving up a career in politics or giving up the woman he loves.
No Love for Johnnie (1961)
Studio: Five Star Films Ltd.
Director: Ralph Thomas
Writer: Nicholas Phipps
Cast: Peter Finch, Donald Pleasence
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Peter Finch with his great skill makes this film unforgettable. a pleasure to see and hear him.
Finchy you left too soon. Thanks for all the performances
Finch was a master of his craft. What a studied and measured performance!
❤Peter Finch in A TOWN LIKE ALICE..This one seems good too!!!
Peter Finch-so natural and believable-one of the absolute greats! Subtle and complex movie as well. Malcolm Arnold always adds another level of beauty to a film.
Wonderful movie from start (script) to finish (all the stars shining). We need more movies from 1961.
And more film composers like Malcolm Arnold. But he was a genius and in a class by himself I think.
Donald Pleasance with his crooked bow tie, Peter Finch a class act,suave and elegant ladies man. GREAT OLD FILM.
This is a great film. Overlooked and under-rated, but everything about it is flawless: the screenplay, direction, acting, music, editing, photography, everything. A forgotten classic which stands the test of time. Brilliant.
As a fan and fellow Aussie, I could watch anything with Peter Finch in it. But this is a great film on its own terms - touching on the issues with romantic relationships when a big age gap exists, and the grubby factionalism of politics. Some things never change. Like so many films of this period set in the UK, it's realistic and utterly believable.
Don't forget the great Reg Lye !
Another Aussie who appeared on British TV and films from 60 s onwards . Never the leading man but always good to see him.
Or Paul Hogan ...😘
Peter Finch was born in England and died in the USA.
@@EjwiiiMoviesLowvilleNY Bob Hope was born in Britain, doesn't make him British. Finch was a proud Australian.
@@dorkarama3135 Bob was born in Britain and had British parents. How does that not make him British? He even received a British knighthood
Still well remembered....wonderful Peter Finch.
I didn't expect this movie to make me laugh, cry and jump up and down❤P F to bits😊
There was an undeniable aura surrounding actors of this era. They exuded a certain charisma and class
I have a lot to be grateful to this Australian Peter Finch he was responsible
for introducing me to the right people in order the enter the British Film Industry
sweat the small stuff much?
ur tongue is evil.....
@Mac intoSser Ha! Ha!
Ronald Collins Productions: An Assistant Director once asked me ( in a pub, of course, in Chelsea ) if I was Peter Finch's son as Mr. Finch knew my mother well and therefore I should be grateful to Mr. Finch also . But she assured me my father ( no, not Peter ) was there.
:(
He was English altho raised in Australia!
This is such a good movie. Peter Finch excellent as usual. He has such a believable presence.
Very sad! Unfortunately, true to life. No love for Johnnie because no love from Johnnie.
@Howard King, very astute and I agree!
A great british classic. Peter Finch is super and good to look at too. Time well spent watching this.
For someone who's been re-elected you'd think he'd know by now how the political system works. So the govt want to do a regime change against a country with a democratically-elected leader: no change there then.
That's what Russia is doing in Ukraine.
Quite a story - and surprising ending
A rich and timely take on the humanity of political life then and now, thank you Mr. Retrospective!
This is a forgotten British classic. Had ‘X’ certificate when released.
Never saw this movie on TV but I have been watching it for well nearly 20 years.
years. Someone explain.
An interesting insight into how Parliament is run and politicians behave. Peter Finch's character - Johnnie Byrne - doesn't inspire empathy, despite his good looks. The 20-year old Pauline shows more intelligence
and wisdom by dropping him. A good study into how people use people. Thank you for posting.
This can happen in any walk of life.
An old, seldom seen classic. Many thanks for sharing.
How is it that this movie is never shown these days? Terrific acting, intriguing story, beautiful music and scenery. Thanks for posting!
Great movie, loved it. Thanks for uploading. Finch's performance: flawless. Second time I see it, first time was years ago. I appreciated it much more this time around, found it more hopeful. The moment he tore his wife's number, he took charge of his life, which he hadn't done before. Character does have its redeeming qualities.
That's interesting. I felt that he threw away a tough struggle towards intimacy and honesty, and re-joined the political dance. Funny how perceptions differ.
@@gailjarvis2592 I felt the same way, only then to read your comment to realise I had been reading your mind! The PM's PPS summed him up the first time, and delivered the final verdict as its reiteration when Byrne left the PM with his new and breathtakingly modest achievement. A brilliant portrayal of someone whose sole principle is fecklessness.
I saw the whole thing as an illustration of how absurd man is when he thinks he can control outcomes in a world that is much bigger then he will ever be.
Astonishing, ranks with Gore Vidal's take on American politics, "The Best Man".
It would be nice to hear that some people involved in politics have still some time to share for love or friendship.
I am afraid they have not, not at all, but some program decided for their needs.
This is quite a movie. I love that it doesn't have a sappy ending. I recognized Billie Whitelaw,who played his neigbor lady, from her role as the evil Mrs. Baylock in "The Omen," and Rosalie Crutchley, his estranged wife, from her role as Catherine Parr in the 1970 TV series, The Six Wives of Henry VIII.
But most amazing is the uncredited cameo of Oliver Reed at about 28:20 and 29:00, as a wild guy at a party. You can see him here before he got the scar on his face.
Really entertaining - thanks for posting!
Yes she sees her prey at 35:16.
A flawless gem. Finch is supreme, backed by a star-studded supporting cast. A 5/5 in my book without a moment's hesitation.
My sentiments exactly.
Couldn't agree more love British films of this era
I agree. I was just introduced to the film. I was literally on the edge of my seat emotionally. I was rooting for this man on all levels.
@@jeanetteterry9386
Hi, Jeanette. I'm going to watch it again, today. Cheers.
@@ivanppillay914 Enjoy 😉!
Good movie. Could be alternately titled “Three Women Dodge a Bullet” 😂
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Haha 😆 good one!
Politics (power over others) bring out the worst in people. Power corrupts. 'Man dominates man to injure them.' - Ecclesiastes 8:9.
Hesitate to be picky, but why are two sitting room windows wide open in the middle of a rainstorm at 1hr:26min. And why does the spendidly smooth Peter Finch at times have an obviously fake handkerchief in his breast pocket?
To injure whom? Should be Man dominates man to injure HIM. And Politics IS like the news. Looks plural but IS in fact, singular. So, politics brings out the worst... The news IS bad...
The Acronym of power over others is Poo.
@@rogerjenkinson7979 Add 'people' and you got POOP.
Very realistic and believable particularly with the real life Profumo scandal about to break.
Most enjoyable Great acting from all. Always loved Peter Finch RIP
Very intense well made film. Thanks for sharing, have never seen it before.
Good to see the beautiful Billie Whitelaw again. I had a crush on her in the mid-1960s and even managed to talk to her as she was learning her lines in a park. As a good Bradford lass, she didn't dismiss me, but politely chatted until I nervously burbled my farewell. Oh..... and it is an excellent film.
Check out the actors listed......almost a who's who of British talent in '61.
Born in 1960 I can't believe it's been 63 yrs, thank you for the movie
"We don't have anybody else" (Alice's argument) is an unhealthy reason to continue an unhappy relationship.
But that's why most do continue. We get snagged. This character didn't want that. He only cared for himself. He probably would go very far in his "business". So, you have to try. That's what his wife was asking. She was making the stretch and he wasn't taking. He said "Nobody wants me.", but he only "wanted" people as satellites revolving around him. -- Fine acting all around. Finch was tip-top in a tough role, and the actress who played Pauline was absolutely lovely and simple in a complex characterization.
Thank you for uploading this! We really enjoyed it~great acting and a superb ending!
You mean there are actually people who work to save their marriages?? How novel. Rare too.
He may have had a similar situation in his real life with his real wife and career.
Just started watching; isn't that Billie Whitelaw? Peter Finch, in my opinion was even greater as Oscar Wilde than Robert Morley. There is something so comforting about his great yet vulnerable manliness. I love him.
Yes i allways thought she was dead sexy
Finch won the BAFTA award for ..Johnnie, Town Like Alice, Trials of Oscar Wilde, Sunday Bloody Sunday, and Network.
XLNT acting!!! Love Johnnie.....
What a truly original idea. An absolute gem.
Not many films with Peter Finch on RUclips. Thanks. He is my favourite Artist .
The gorgeous Peter Finch. He starred with the sadly missed Glenda Jackson in another fabulous British film, Sunday Bloody Sunday.
Great film absorbing and Finch .. a superb actor
The City in the beginning, here called Earnley, sure looks like Sheffield !!
Not far off. Halifax.
What a depressing movie; Peter Finch plays a very unsympathetic figure, no warmth, no love indeed. The movie leaves a bitter taste.
Maybe that's the point. Destroying hope is a kabal psyop.
Extremely well made. How the corridors of power can influence a member and let them put personal issues aside, Thanks for the upload, Any film with Finch, Pleasance, Keen and Holloway is going to be exceptional.
Absolutely!!! Including Mervyn Johns, Billie Whitelaw. Dennis Price.
Was Pleasance there? Gosh I wish he'd had a larger showing.
Peter Finch was so unusual in British Film. An erotic charge emanated from him. I can't think of anyone else in those relatively staid days that conveyed sexuality as powerfully as he did. I also enjoyed the cynicism about career politicians. It seems obvious today, but the final scene when he joins his fellow backbencher and actually puts his feet up on the bench is priceless.
Yes to every bit of that.
Byrne followed every tide, and ended up at the right place for him. The women in his life made the right choices for themselves, as well. Everyone got what they wanted and needed.
There was someone in his personal life talking to his boss; it could have been anyone or everyone. My guess would be Mary, the upstairs neighbor.
I agree with everything you wrote. What a sublime actor he was and what a gem of a movie.
Yes, the minute I saw her I knew she was going to be a spy or a traitor. She was the evil nanny in the Omen. She always played evil women. The mother of the krays too?
The character reminds me of prince andrew.
oliver reed is also in this great movie. all great actors.
Indeed; cameo, uncredited, at the party (quelle surprise !)
And Dennis Price.
Happiness is silent, or speaks equivocally for friends,
Grief is explicit and her song never ends,
Happiness is like England, and will not state a case,
Grief, like Guilt, rushes in and talks apace.
Stevie Smith
Can I add the names Wilfred Fienburgh and Mordecai Richler to the writing credits?
Thanks
Peter Finch was one of the most amazing Actor who ever lived.....watching on The Trials of Oscar Wilde ( he deserved an Oscar for this Play) make you became an Actor yourself
He was excellent as Oscar Wilde and played this character in exactly the same way I thought he would
One of the best actors, I agree.
What a terrible human being. Great film.
"I'm mad as hell, and I'm not gonna take this anymore!" Priceless.
He’s a wee bit younger in this flick!🇬🇧
No high windows in this one, fortunately!😅
“You’ll treat me like a daughter, except when we’re in bed.” That, sadly, sums up the age difference between two people in love.
This was a very good film. Peter Finch, as always, was outstanding in his role as a weak, self-serving politician with little integrity, as were Mary Peach and the other supporting actors (Billie Whitelaw most of all).
This was a fantastic film! Thanks
Brilliant, this film was so emotional moving and deep on so many levels. This man was so transparent, vulnerable and forth-coming. He yearned for acceptance, love, forgiveness, purpose. This movie was such a treat, treasure, and emotional high. Thank you for sharing the film.
Politicians are awful people. Nothing has changed. Great film.
Don't generalize but accept responsibility for voting them in.
@@justtubingby129 You can only for people on the ballot paper.
AMEN
Wow.......... !!!!! Restrained yet dramatic...... real I nuances of the emotional chiarasuro
Glad it wasn't much to do with politics. I enjoyed drama between the male and the different women that surround him. Good story and pace. The acting by all was above standard. Thanks for sharing this one.🧡☮
Superb movie. Sir Peter Finch is a Fantastic Actor. I had the pleasure in serving him once in the old Army and Navy store in Victoria London in the jewellery department. I was a Saturday sales girl then. What a gentleman and handsome. 🙏 🌹 God bless him.
A good decision about the wifey...she was a snarl. Finch was such a fine actor. A revealing look at the times and coming from the US, it's amusing to see how politics are much the same elsewhere.
Great acting no doubt. It's interesting to know that some of the people in the UK were forced to wait for a phone line for up to 8 years. Not unlike what was experienced behind the Iron Curtain.
Great film, shame about the 16:9 letterboxing, it wasn't shot that way.
Wonderful acting by one and all.
"Sorry I behaved so badly last night, I had too much to drink", Well it's 1961 we women are used to all that! Oliver Reed with a bin on his head - no change there then....
COULD NOT WATCH IT, TOO MANY F/IN ADVERTS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Terrific commentary on political cynicism and personal emptiness.
Yep the swamp
Better than average British movie from the early sixties before they became silly. Well cast with Finch as the ambitious MP, Billie Whitelaw as the good girl and Mary Peach as what was then called the dolly bird. Excellent supporting roles from Pleasance, Holloway and the rest. Alas, they had to work 'Johnnie' into the title - a fad of that era... Johnnie Nobody, Johnnie Guitar, etc... but then I suppose it helped put bums on seats. Good script, tight editing and a nice twist to the ending. Well worth watching.
willie otoole: Was that Fanella Fielding in it? - hostessing the party - first party.
Top, appraisal WoT.
"Johhhnee Remember meee.."
Great to see a master at work. The bombastic music could be adjusted.
That was always a problem: they used to lay it on as if they hadn't enough confidence in the action or the acting. Always the same sort of music-track, whether in (at random) "...River Kwai", "The Sea Shall Not Have Them" or this picture : those Malcolm Arnold crescendos...God knows what they would have done without them.
@@johnhardman3 : This is my biggest criticism: excessively loud and intrusive music and, at times, barely audible dialogue.
Good movie.
These days, politicians of Byrne's stamp are the overwhelming majority...
I think Peter Finch had all on staying awake in this one.
I surrendered to the story and at each turn wondered if he would be altered incrementally in some way, but in the end, he just reverted to his true nature. Well done all the way around!
What a great film! Peter Finch was a superb actor; and I really believe his Oscar-winning performance in Network (1976) contributed to the heart-attack that killed him after the film was released. His wife accepted the award on his behalf.
Beautiful man Peter Finch.
Similar mould to Albert Finney IMO
@@mikedowns8293 Thought same.
Lesson to those males who just might come across this: It's NEVER a good idea to call a woman a b*tch just because you can't have your way ... word to the wise ...
Thanks for the upload, very enjoyable, has stood the test of time very well
Wasn't that William Tell in opening scene ? ( aka . Conrad
Philips ). And Billie Whitelaw ? What a cast ?!
Halifax when it was dirty, lived in and plenty of work.
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Is there anyone in this film who wasn't a famous actor?
Wow! England was breathtakingly beautiful back then, shame it was destroyed by small boats and dinghies.
Yes, let's go back to the days when the photographer would have been arrested and sent to prison if he dared reveal his sexuality.
@@johnmiller0000 That’s not true. Ordinary people mostly looked the other way. You talk as though society today is perfect when in fact modern British culture is much, much worse than it was in after the war. We’ve been deliberately destroyed and will never recover.
@@Woodman-Spare-that-tree You are aware that it was literally illegal for a person to be gay in Britain at that time, right?
Great cast in a well made film.
Very interesting. Odd to be watching this the day after Frank Field resigns the Labour whip in part because of problems with his constituency party. There is a temptation to see the latest crop of politicians as representing a new low. This film shows that it is not just in our times that these issues occur. Plus ca change.
Politicians will always come up with a lower "low".
Class, British you know?
You commentators get me, you have gone on about P Finchyet not one of you guys have mentioned how wonderful Mary Oeach was and the ladies not mentioned her wonderful outfits. PF was great but Mary made it for me,,,lovely
Al Melling: Agree. Mary Peach was stunning, lovely - and Billie Whitelaw. Alice ( Rosalie ? ) was good too. And I'm prepared to say that knowing Peter Finch knew my mother - who was stunning also. Agree.
couldn't agree more
As a female I am more interested in Peter Finch
This film is an eye opener to the trick played in Westminster and the back stabbing
Thank you. Another Gem of a movie. I have been a looong time fan of any and all of Peter Finch movies-performances. It is so good to find one of his movies here. Thank you!
Finch is actually better than Richard Burton, albeit I speak a taboo I'm sure.
Oh dear, " What a dreadful web we weave, when we set out to deceive " ( to misquote ). Peter Finch has a lot of collisions with Alices - A town.... like.... and this time his wife. " He should have struck with Billie Whitelaw but Mary is such a Peach, who married Robert Shaw who learned to bite with such shark teeth - A good film but Peter Finch the usual morose character as I am here - I've never seen him happy in anything - in real life he knew my Mother. I hope she didn't let him down and cause him to suffer like Mary, Alice and Pauline as Johnnie had no love and as he said, " from anyone. " Such a cad, ambition got in the way, but Peter had some compensation - in real life he had Shirley Bassey, Vivien Leigh, Tamara his ballerina wife ( and not my mother according to her [ so maybe she did let him down ] ) and a whole string of lovely women as demonstrated here. Full marks. A good film.
Thx for that info.
Was that guy counting out at 29 a young Oliver Reed ??Peter Finch conveys a confused ambiguity whether out of character or the situation ; anyway a refreshing change from the headstrong and single tracked characters that you normally encounter in 'adventure' ventures. Quite an interesting story .
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Yes! Well picked! Shalom to us only in Christ Yeshua.
I think that was perfect. Thanks Retrospective!
Makes politics interesting and shows what a toll it can take on personal life and morals.
fine movie, always love Peter Finch.. Some beautiful birds in this one....9/10 thank you.
Agree. Good film. Nice women.
Save your kisses for the Prime Minister! Billie Whitelaw is always brilliant.
Well done! Thanks!
I got plenty of pleasure just watching Mary Peach.
I imagine this story & film is too slow & subtle for most Americans-- it was for me too, early on. But as this unfolded, I see a very well done and accurate portrayal of most of our elected representatives-- a doltish , self-serving political hack.
It's not too slow or subtle for this American, but you are generally right ofc.