It's been many years since I saw this movie. Don't remember much about it other than it is a classic. So my hat is off to you for reacting to it. And I am particularly impressed by how expertly you sidestepped the elephant in the room (Mr. Yunioshi, the landlord).
Audrey Hepburn also starred in "My Fair Lady" and even though she worked and trained her singing voice, they dubbed her over for the musical numbers. In this movie they proposed the same but she refused the role unless they let her sing. I love this movie all the better for her stance.
"I'm like cat here, a no-name slob. We belong to nobody and nobody belongs to us. We don't even belong to each other." Fun Fact: Theatrical movie debut of Beverly Powers. Location Location Fact: Audrey Hepburn moved to New York from Switzerland for the location shoot with husband Mel Ferrer and new baby Sean in tow. Wardrobe Fact: Holly Golightly (Audrey Hepburn) wears the same dresses all the way through the movie, simply changing the accessories to give each outfit a different look. Her black shift dress features through the movie at least four times. Hot Take Fact: Although not visible on camera, hundreds of onlookers watched Audrey Hepburn's window-shopping scene at the start of the film. This made her nervous and she kept making mistakes. It wasn't until a crew member nearly got electrocuted behind the camera that she pulled herself together and finished the scene. Music Enthusiast Fact: The song Moon River (1961 by Henry Mancini was written especially for Audrey Hepburn, since she had no training as a singer. The vocals were written to be sung in only one octave. When played on the piano, Moon River (1961) doesn't require the use of any black keys. Moon River (1961) has since been recorded more than 500 times. Mancini later said that while many versions of the song have been done, he feels that Hepburn's was the best.
Among many other things Martin Balsam was the jury foreman in TWELVE ANGRY MEN. And he was the insurance investigator Arbogast in PSYCHO You may have also seen him if you are a fan of the original TWIGHLIGHT ZONE series reruns that often play on cable as he appeared in two episodes. My favorite movies that he appeared in are CATCH 22 and A THOUSAND CLOWNS, both of which I think you'd enjoy.
You are well read. Did you know Truman Capote wrote this story? they changed a lot of it for the movie. Also the song Moon River is very famous, written for the movie by Henry Mancini of Pink Panther Fame and a lot of other stuff. Andy Williams had the big hit with the song. Audrey sings it in the movie.
I know this may sound ridiculous, but in 1972 I was a summer camp counsellor, and I was assigned a group of about 6 or 7 kids, all 9 years old. At that point, I had not seen the film Breakfast at Tiffany’s. I was then 18 years old. One of the kids in my group had a funny name -Holly Golightly. Which, of course, didn’t ring any bell for me, but I noticed that for some of the older adults, this raised a certain smile that puzzled me at the time…. Which all made sense to me later, much later when I saw the film. Parents play little jokes on their kids that way. Our next door neighbors were the Kanes. They named their daughter Candy. Candy Kanes. Hilarious. I didn’t stay connected with her for decades, but she stayed close to my parents, so I talked with her recently after my father died. She goes by Candace these days. Candace Kanes.
Yes, Martin Balsam, the foreman in 12 Angry Men, the detective (Arbogost) in Psycho, and he also had a nice role in All the President’s Men. And a whole long list beyond that, I’d wager..
Wait Until Dark (67) Audrey is delicate and vulnerable...and then she's becomes Batman. Stephen King called it one of the scariest movies of all time. You'd enjoy it, Mr Valentine.
This is a pretty odd movie, that's true. Truman Capote wanted Marilyn Monroe to play Holly. You should check out Hepburn in _How to Steal a Million_ and _Two for the Road._
Hey Mr. Valentine, I just found you through Lord of the Rings. You seem to really like movies that make you think and that are beautiful and uplifting. Might I recommend the old classics "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" and "You Can't Take it With You"? So lovely.
I HIGHLY recommend checking out the taught thriller: 'WAIT UNTIL DARK' (1967). And I must mention/heavily suggest, this film really demands you to turn out the lights and watch in the dark. Really sets the mood. I also strongly suggest going into this one blind.... No trailers nor film stills or spoilers. It is one of my absolute favorites featuring the wonderful Audrey Hepburn. Quite the 180° flip in terms of character for her to play. Please please please give it a shot. I'm sure you won't be disappointed.
I've seen this many times, but I'm far more interested in the life of Truman Capote, whose short story the film is loosely based upon. The Biographics channel conveniently put a great overview of his life out just today. It's only 20 minutes long and any deeper dive into the subject is usually interesting. I knew him as an older man, always on the talk show circuit as far back as I can remember. The last time I can actually remember seeing him was in the satirical mystery film Murder by Death in late '70s. Very funny! Its cast included Peter Falk, Columbo himself, and other well known mystery/detective icons at the time. I can recommend In Cold Blood both the " True Crime Novel " and the film. Controversial as they may be. I've always been willing to separate the art from the artist or critics about it. There's a couple of good biopics about his life around and after In Cold Blood, starring Seymour Philip Hoffman and Toby Jones, respectively.
Love your common sense, to not watch an old movie through the lens of 21 century. You should appreciate light movies like "Gigi" or "Seven Brides For Seven Brothers"
1:08 Her job is just to go out with men to dinner, nothing further than that. Truman Capote (the author of the book) said she was an 'American geisha' (and to clear the record, geisha's are not prostitutes no matter what misconception you might have heard), you pay for their literal company and nothing else.
I hope you do a reaction to “Cabaret” one day. There are interesting similarities between the two main characters in both movies. Novelist Gore Vidal accused Truman Capote of lifting the Sally Bowles character from Christopher Isherwood’s stories for Holly Golightly.
I don't think it was customary for old dudes to take advantage of 13 year old little girls back then. I think that they tried to normalize it, but it's still nasty. Always was.
I first saw this as a teen and while I liked it I thought it was overrated. Now, having watched it again through your eyes I realize it is a much better film than I gave it credit for. Great reaction !
You might like "In Cold Blood," also written by Truman Capote but the studio didn't change his script much. 2:16 Catatonic catastrophe. You've just scratched the surface.
16:30 It is or was legal in some states. Jerry Lee Lewis the rock and roll musician married a 13 year old girl - I think she was supposed to be some sort of cousin of his as well.
I'm not a huge Audrey Hepburn or Turman Copote fan, though I do like some of their work. For Hepburn I like "Charade," and for Copote I like the book "In Cold Blood."
Wonderful commentary - thank you! Two other outstanding Audrey Hepburn films are "Charade" (1963) and "Two for the Road" (1967). Please try to watch them!
It's been many years since I saw this movie. Don't remember much about it other than it is a classic. So my hat is off to you for reacting to it. And I am particularly impressed by how expertly you sidestepped the elephant in the room (Mr. Yunioshi, the landlord).
Audrey Hepburn also starred in "My Fair Lady" and even though she worked and trained her singing voice, they dubbed her over for the musical numbers. In this movie they proposed the same but she refused the role unless they let her sing. I love this movie all the better for her stance.
"I'm like cat here, a no-name slob. We belong to nobody and nobody belongs to us. We don't even belong to each other."
Fun Fact: Theatrical movie debut of Beverly Powers.
Location Location Fact: Audrey Hepburn moved to New York from Switzerland for the location shoot with husband Mel Ferrer and new baby Sean in tow.
Wardrobe Fact: Holly Golightly (Audrey Hepburn) wears the same dresses all the way through the movie, simply changing the accessories to give each outfit a different look. Her black shift dress features through the movie at least four times.
Hot Take Fact: Although not visible on camera, hundreds of onlookers watched Audrey Hepburn's window-shopping scene at the start of the film. This made her nervous and she kept making mistakes. It wasn't until a crew member nearly got electrocuted behind the camera that she pulled herself together and finished the scene.
Music Enthusiast Fact: The song Moon River (1961 by Henry Mancini was written especially for Audrey Hepburn, since she had no training as a singer. The vocals were written to be sung in only one octave. When played on the piano, Moon River (1961) doesn't require the use of any black keys. Moon River (1961) has since been recorded more than 500 times. Mancini later said that while many versions of the song have been done, he feels that Hepburn's was the best.
Oh man, this one has been on my bucket list for so long! This will be my excuse to finally watch it, and then see your reaction.
Among many other things Martin Balsam was the jury foreman in TWELVE ANGRY MEN. And he was the insurance investigator Arbogast in PSYCHO You may have also seen him if you are a fan of the original TWIGHLIGHT ZONE series reruns that often play on cable as he appeared in two episodes. My favorite movies that he appeared in are CATCH 22 and A THOUSAND CLOWNS, both of which I think you'd enjoy.
You are well read. Did you know Truman Capote wrote this story? they changed a lot of it for the movie. Also the song Moon River is very famous, written for the movie by Henry Mancini of Pink Panther Fame and a lot of other stuff. Andy Williams had the big hit with the song. Audrey sings it in the movie.
I know this may sound ridiculous, but in 1972 I was a summer camp counsellor, and I was assigned a group of about 6 or 7 kids, all 9 years old. At that point, I had not seen the film Breakfast at Tiffany’s. I was then 18 years old. One of the kids in my group had a funny name -Holly Golightly. Which, of course, didn’t ring any bell for me, but I noticed that for some of the older adults, this raised a certain smile that puzzled me at the time…. Which all made sense to me later, much later when I saw the film. Parents play little jokes on their kids that way. Our next door neighbors were the Kanes. They named their daughter Candy. Candy Kanes. Hilarious. I didn’t stay connected with her for decades, but she stayed close to my parents, so I talked with her recently after my father died. She goes by Candace these days. Candace Kanes.
Delightful anecdote
Yes, Martin Balsam, the foreman in 12 Angry Men, the detective (Arbogost) in Psycho, and he also had a nice role in All the President’s Men. And a whole long list beyond that, I’d wager..
Martin Balsam was a great character actor.
Wait Until Dark (67)
Audrey is delicate and vulnerable...and then she's becomes Batman.
Stephen King called it one of the scariest movies of all time.
You'd enjoy it, Mr Valentine.
sounds stimulating, thanks for the suggestion! added to list
This film is Old Hollywood at its finest. They literally don't make movies like this anymore, and, sadly, never again will.
Yes. Long distance calls were very expensive. I think minimum wage was $1.25 an hour in 1960. And the call cost a dollar a minute.
This is a pretty odd movie, that's true.
Truman Capote wanted Marilyn Monroe to play Holly.
You should check out Hepburn in _How to Steal a Million_ and _Two for the Road._
Hey Mr. Valentine, I just found you through Lord of the Rings. You seem to really like movies that make you think and that are beautiful and uplifting. Might I recommend the old classics "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" and "You Can't Take it With You"? So lovely.
I HIGHLY recommend checking out the taught thriller: 'WAIT UNTIL DARK' (1967). And I must mention/heavily suggest, this film really demands you to turn out the lights and watch in the dark. Really sets the mood. I also strongly suggest going into this one blind.... No trailers nor film stills or spoilers.
It is one of my absolute favorites featuring the wonderful Audrey Hepburn. Quite the 180° flip in terms of character for her to play. Please please please give it a shot. I'm sure you won't be disappointed.
ohhhhhhh that sounds tremendously rewarding. will do my friend
I've seen this many times, but I'm far more interested in the life of Truman Capote, whose short story the film is loosely based upon. The Biographics channel conveniently put a great overview of his life out just today. It's only 20 minutes long and any deeper dive into the subject is usually interesting. I knew him as an older man, always on the talk show circuit as far back as I can remember. The last time I can actually remember seeing him was in the satirical mystery film Murder by Death in late '70s. Very funny! Its cast included Peter Falk, Columbo himself, and other well known mystery/detective icons at the time.
I can recommend In Cold Blood both the " True Crime Novel " and the film. Controversial as they may be. I've always been willing to separate the art from the artist or critics about it. There's a couple of good biopics about his life around and after In Cold Blood, starring Seymour Philip Hoffman and Toby Jones, respectively.
Love your common sense, to not watch an old movie through the lens of 21 century. You should appreciate light movies like "Gigi" or "Seven Brides For Seven Brothers"
1:08 Her job is just to go out with men to dinner, nothing further than that. Truman Capote (the author of the book) said she was an 'American geisha' (and to clear the record, geisha's are not prostitutes no matter what misconception you might have heard), you pay for their literal company and nothing else.
I hope you do a reaction to “Cabaret” one day. There are interesting similarities between the two main characters in both movies. Novelist Gore Vidal accused Truman Capote of lifting the Sally Bowles character from Christopher Isherwood’s stories for Holly Golightly.
I don't think it was customary for old dudes to take advantage of 13 year old little girls back then. I think that they tried to normalize it, but it's still nasty. Always was.
I first saw this as a teen and while I liked it I thought it was overrated. Now, having watched it again through your eyes I realize it is a much better film than I gave it credit for. Great reaction !
You might like "In Cold Blood," also written by Truman Capote but the studio didn't change his script much. 2:16 Catatonic catastrophe. You've just scratched the surface.
16:30 It is or was legal in some states. Jerry Lee Lewis the rock and roll musician married a 13 year old girl - I think she was supposed to be some sort of cousin of his as well.
*Audibly gasps*
21:22 Trenchant is a very good word.
22:09 Equivocation is also a good word, but I use it frequently. I don't I have ever used trenchant in a sentence.
I'm not a huge Audrey Hepburn or Turman Copote fan, though I do like some of their work. For Hepburn I like "Charade," and for Copote I like the book "In Cold Blood."
The character of Holly was originally supposed to have been based on a young gay man; but, that was too controversial for the times.
1:25 60s racism does ruin everything doesn't it?
Don’t blue ball us with Lord of the Rings like this 😭
😂 tomorrow, my friend
Yeah, the Mickey Rooney is . . . so bad.
It really wasn't customary to marry 14-year-olds in that time either.
Wonderful commentary - thank you! Two other outstanding Audrey Hepburn films are "Charade" (1963) and "Two for the Road" (1967). Please try to watch them!
Coincidentally I almost watched charade tonight, it is a sign! Appreciate you watching
⏯️ You promised. 😏
Very punny reaction.
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