CLASSIC MOVIE REVIEW: Frank Capra's LOST HORIZON from STEVE HAYES: Tired Old Queen at the Movies
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Ronald Coleman and a party of kidnapped refugees from a war torn country find themselves crash landed in the Himalayas, rescued and taken to a hidden valley called Shangri-la in Frank Capra's classic LOST HORIZON (1937). Taken from the novel by James Hilton, the story deals with a man who discovers paradise and doesn't know whether to give himself over to it or battle his way back to a civilization from which he was relieved to have escaped in the first place. Coleman was at his romantic best in this film and Capra, having just won an Oscar, never attempted such a visionary film again. Lost footage has been salvaged and somewhat restored from the original print and the result is a remarkable film with a subtlety and spirituality all its own. You'll be moved and mesmerized by the hauntingly beautiful LOST HORIZON.
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My mother would have been about 17 years old when Lost Horizon was released. I remember her telling me about it with extraordinary affection. She absorbed the romanticism, the escapism, and the truth of the altruism that is the core of the story. Her enthusiasm for Shangri-la as a source of enlightenment was matched only by her love for Ronald Colman's voice. When I saw the movie, years after she died, I understood her praise of it, and why she was so insistent on life being about love.
What a lovely ememory. Thanks for sharing it. I think it had that effect ob alot of people. It was made during the great depression and was about spirituality and surival and was very rare for the time. It made a lsting impression on me as a child. That score and the finale shot when he sees the entrance to Shangri-La, it's pure Hollywood and I cry every time!
Steve is usually so tongue in cheek, but it's lovely to hear in his voice how much he is genuinely moved by The Lost Horizon.
It's so lovely.
This book by James Hilton is my chill out read..when life becomes too much, and I often snuggle into bed with it..the copy is in tatters. Loved the film with Ronald Colman. Always heart warmed to see it, maybe because like many people..I suspect a place like this might...just...exist..:-))
Hilton was such a magical writer, I loved his novels and they made great films.
Ronald Colman had THE voice -- I could listen to him read a phone book.
Instantly recognizable. It was imitated for the voice of Toucan Sam in the "Fruit Loops" cereal commercials in the '60's as well as the gorilla in the cartoon version of "George Of The Jungle'". " George! Watch out for that tree!"
One of my top 10 films of all time, absolutely great story, beautifully scripted and filmed. The re-release of the restored film had much of the deleted sequences either put back in where possible or represented by still photos when only audio was still available. This is one you'll want to keep handy in your personal separate library to watch again and again.
Hope this film is NEVER forgotten. It is really unfortunate that the original version has so many lost scenes/footage. The restoration is okay. Frank Capra made his best film with this one. Unforgettable! The remake I never saw and can't imagine it being better than this one original.
@@gatewayski1 This one is unforggetable and is my favorite Capra film.
I love the score by Oscar winner Dimitri Tiomkin. Fabulous!
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Hi! Thanks for watching. Both films are on my definite "To Do" list. There was nothing like that Coleman voice. All the great voices seem to be gone. Coleman, Cary Grant, John Wayne, Katharine Hepburn, Bette Davis, Claude Rains, Margaret Sullavan and later Grace Kelly and Audrey Hepburn and on and on. Totally distinctive. You knew who they were in a minute. The development of a distinctive voice was as important to them as any other part and they worked hard to create it.
Quite a few of these Stars of the Golden Era have distinctive voices and are easy to imitate. Ronald,Cary,John, Katherine and my favorite Bette Davis. I love the golden age of hollywood. When Movies were Movies.
Gotta love them arm chair on that DC 3. Love this film
Nine years too late, but your Ronald Colman impersonation is spot ON!
Well, it took Coleman that long to get back to Shang-ri La. LOL! One outa's two ain't bad! Thanks for watching!
I believe some of the exteriors were shot in and around Ojai, California which is a beautiful area. People like Krishnamurti lived around there.
Dear Steve, This film has such heart and emotion, typically of anything by James Hilton, on whose book it was based, and how lucky we are that it has survived, because it has a perfect cast and, as you rightly say, it's amazingly shot. That the truly ghastly 1973 musical version disappeared without trace was the best thing that could have happened to that travesty, but isn't it amazing that a film as old as this is still so perfect. James Hilton's books and the films made of them are always about the best of human emotion and I love them dearly. Thank you for reminding us of this. Best wishes, Alida
I geld James Hilton's Mrs Miniver oscar . It's at The Barter Theatre in Abingdon Virginia where I was doing a show. he lived and is buried there and the Oscar is oon display in the lobby. I love Hilton. Especaily this and " Random Harvest"....I also like the musical. It's a '70's thing. I knew all the songs before it even came out. Don't hate me.
@@STEVEHAYESTOQ I couldn't hate you - I'm too busy hating my sciatica - but let's agree to disagree. I also prefer the stage versions of "A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum" and (especially) "Sweeny Todd" to the films made of them, and that's just skimming the surface, so we all have quirks. Alida
@larkascending66
"Random Harvest" is high on the "to do" list and will be done very, very soon, I promise. Thanks for watching!
Great review. One of my top 10 favourite movies. Always amazed how everyone loves Capra but never mentions this move.
I know. They go on and on about the later ones, but to me, this is his masterpiece. So ambitious. And I'm s sucker for the message. Steve
Thank You Steve! for your intriguing and captivating Chronicles of the Great Old Classics!, you are Magical and Spellbinding, Love you Enthusiasm and Dedication,Wishing you only the very best! Thanks again.
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My mother loved this film as a girl as well as The Prisoner of Zenda. She loved Ronald Coleman, he had a very elegant manner.
And that incredible voice. Unmistakable. I laughed out loud years ago when Kelloggs used his voice for the cartoon character Toucan Sam to advertize " Fruit Loops" cereal. Also, his is the voice of the gorilla in the cartoon series " George Of The Jungle". Both done by someone who did a spot on imitation of Coleman.
@@STEVEHAYESTOQ Steve, Thanks for your reply! Yes, his voice was beautiful. That's funny about those old cartoons, I'll have to do a search & see if I can find one of them. Many years ago when I was in my early teens, I had a chance to meet the actress Lillian Gish when she was doing a book tour. She was still a beautiful woman & when we talked about some of the stars she knew, she was quite kind about RC and I could tell she find him very attractive.
@@mtngrl5859 Oh how lucky you were!!!
@@ginnylorenz5265 Yes, she was a lovely woman!
"I'm never conversational before coffee."
Me either
I think this review is EXCELLENT. Lost Horizon is wonderful and although I prefer the remake to this one, Capra's version is magnificent. Still, I'll take Charles Boyer's High Lama over Sam Jaffe's.
To each his own. I like both versions.
I agree with another post in the fact that this is one of your best reviews. A genuine review with your own unique perspective of the film and it's characters.
Thank you very much!
Thanks for another wonderful review. This is one of my favourite movies. I always find the death of Dr Perot moving. Wonderful deco sets. I much prefer this version
I do too. Wonderful production and beautifully cast.
Please do another Ronald Coleman just for your terrific imitation.
Not to worry, I have " A Tale Of Two Cities", "The Prisoner Of Zenda" and "A Double Life" on my 'to do" list. Thanks for the reminder. Best; Steve
A brilliant review and neat summing up of one of my all time favourite movies.
Steve you have a knack of telling us what we need to know and your love of movies shines out. You are a treasure. I keep buying each movie that I do not have.....thanks from Edmund and the TOQ fans in the English midlands.
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One of my absolute favourites. Definitely in my top 10
It's so magical. I love it too.
Brilliant review and yes the Ronald C impression was lovely! I have loved this film for ages and we here are delighted that Steve has reviewed as this means so many more people will now discover it. Steve is a real International Treasure.
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Like The Magnificent Ambersons, Lost Horizon was heavily cut after its preview, though bits of the cut footage and soundtrack survive. I would love to travel back in time to see the original version!
I would love to see Steve give his take on the Magnificent Ambersons, but first, I want to hear his view of the weirdest western ever made, "Johnny Guitar" if only to hear some good gossip about Sterling Hayden and Mercedes McCambridges' open dislike of Joan Crawford!
How about his take on 'Trials of Oscar wilde' or 'Brokeback mountain?'Dying to hear those.
Me too!
@@STEVEHAYESTOQ Not sure if you already did Johnny Guitar - i would sort of imagine you must have, then again might just be wishfulfilment fantasy.....cause well you know, we chew the popcorn just to hear and watch you do the impressions.....if you did Mercedes McCambridge or hubbahubba Sterling Hayden i would remember no ?
@@palmereldritch7777 I'm saving it! I have a few that I do that with.
I recently discovered your channel and have found your reviews to be quite delicious. I live your Ronald Colman impression 💜 and made me want to watch the movie and I hadn't seen it in years. I also watched most of the Bette Davis movies, she's my favorite actress. At any rate, thanks for the review
I watched this movie as a young boy in Manila, but very surprised to see that it was in Black and White!
Somehow, I have remembered this movie in Colors!😘👌
The early '70's musical re-make was shot in glorious color. Thanks for watching! Best; Steve
@@STEVEHAYESTOQ Oh I see. Thanks for info. All the best!
I finally watched this movie today. No wonder it's one of best 5 from Frank Capra
Yes. It's etherial, magical and so haunting. Unlike anything else he made.
Beautiful depth here. I keep being surprised. Love to you, Steve.
I meant Steve's depth. His beautiful soul and heart is revealed in his description of this movie. Thank you for sharing your review and YOURSELF. Blessings to you.
@@ginnylorenz5265 I love this and love your coments!
One of your finest💙 I wish your reviews could be longer because your love for the classics is wonderful to share.💙💙
Well, i beleive in the old showbiz adage; " Leave "em wanting more." Thanks for watching! Steve
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one of the your best reviews. You seem like your in a somber mood
No, just reflective I guess.
Thanks for all the reviews Steve. Today was my birthday and I spent the whole day watching classic movies (Some Like It Hot, Laura, The Pirate, Rear Window).
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So happy to find Steve's review of Lost Horizon! Thank you!
Thank you for watching! Steve
I loved this movie, really insightful and I love it's philosophy and message!
Me too.
What a lovely, heart-felt review. I did like both the movie and the book, although it's been ages since I laid my eyes on either one. I don't have much interest in mysticism, but I certainly understand the appeal of that kind of peace and escape from the world. I could use some of that for the next few months.
Couldn't we all? Thanks for watching! Steve
Thanks for reviwing this. I've never seen it all the way through. Lost Horizon is my favorite book of all time, and I don't think any film version could ever live up to what the story is in my mind. I first read it when I was 14 (summer reading list!) and I've read it several times since then. I can't really put into words what this book means to me. Great to see someone's opinion of the movie, though. Thanks again.
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Another superb review!
Thank you!
I admire your love for the movie. The original LOST HORIZON is one of the most romantic pictures ever made, but I feel the Burt Bacharach musical better captures the giddy happiness that James Hilton wrote about in his novel.
I like that version too, bought thee sountrack and memorized the songs before it was even released.
Never saw this one ... what a terrific review .... thanks, Steve
It's magical.
Great review,and a nice Ronald Coleman ❤️😊
Such a classy man. I love him.
Beautiful movie--great review and great RC impression.
I mastered it watching the talking cartoon gorilla on "George Of The Jungle" as a kid. Don't tell Ronnie! LOL! Happy New Year! Steve
I have missed you, been a few years, just too busy, now all the time in the world... I will be a Steve Hayes junkie.
HOORAY! Welcome back aboard!
Your the Man I love your reviews . It is one of the best movies ever.
Thanks, Timothy! I think so too! I hope you subscribe to the channel and that you are well and SAFE. Best Wishes; Steve
❤addicted to these thank you😊
I'm absolutely delighted! Thanks for watching! Steve
I absolutely love all of your reviews!!!🥰 Thank you ❤
What a lovely compliment! I happen to be listening to the beautiful Dimiti Tiomkin score to "Lost Horizon" as I write this! Thanks fort watching! Steve
That is so beautiful! Thank you 🥰
@@MarcelaBellyDance "May he find his Shangri-la. May we all find it!"
@@STEVEHAYESTOQ AMEN to that🙏🏽 I couldn’t agree more 💖✨
Admit it, Steve--you reviewed "Lost Horizon" because you love doing your Ronald Colman imitation, which was very amusing and affectionately done.
Thank you for reminding us and introducing many to this splendid actor once again in one of his signature films. Isn't it time that you turned your antic gifts to a review of "Random Harvest," another James Hilton-inspired flick? Thanks so much for your postings. I look forward to them every other week.
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I reviewed "Random Harvest" a year or two after I did this one. I love it too. I love all the films made from Hilton's novels.
A very moving film.
It stirs my soul. The whole concept. And for the time it was made, the Great Depression, quite profound.
Love your reviews
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Steve Hayes always .
Look for Shawn Phillips' 'Lost Horizon' here on YT - it is terrific.
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Well, thank you so much. You made my day!
Such a great and inspirational film! Love it!
Me too, Tim. I'm listening to Dimitri Tiomkin's soundtrack as I write this. mesmerizing. Steve
@@STEVEHAYESTOQ God, I even love the 1970's version... for different reasons, obviously! haha
@@timfrye3586 Me too!!! I adore the '70's musical. I bought the album and knew all the songs by heart before the mopvie was even released...which, by the way, only played for 48 hours in my town before it got yanked. Pity. It always makes me happy. Steve
@@STEVEHAYESTOQ Absolutely, I only discovered both versions via RUclips a few years ago! Wonderful films and great commentary, thanks as always!
@@timfrye3586 Thak YOU, Buddy!
Well I think that this review was an most appropriate response to the movie. Why 'Do a Margo' when there is no point?, the great joy of Steve's reviews is that they are not only fun but very informative and they give you a real idea of the movie with out any spoilers. I know many people who have come to love these movies from Steve's reviews. Stick to your format Steve you are great.
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This is one of my favorites from the 1930s, The opening prologue said it all when it asked whether you've ever wanted to live in a place of peaceful delight? Because of its cost, it lost money for Columbia in the initial release, but I think---more than any other film that studio made in the 1930s---that it was no longer a second rate studio. Back then, Columbia actually made Hollywood's best comedies, but it's ability to make a grand scale drama was in question. Yet, when you look at the amazing cast, Stephen Goossen's Oscar-winning sets, the Oscar-winning film editing of Gene Milford and Gene Havlick and the magnificent score by Dimitri Tiomkin, under the direction of Max Steiner (on loanout from Warners), there could not have been any doubt any more about Columbia as a major studio. The "Torch Lady" was carrying a pretty good torch.
+William Snyder Don't forget the beautifully nuanced cinematography by longtime Capra cohort Joseph Walker.
I've watched this movie and appreciated what it was, but still I love the color and vibrancy of the 1973 version with Burt Bacharach score/music. Yes, the Capra's version was more dramatic and incredible for the day....but just love the 1973 version a wee bit more. Probably because of my memories associated with it. Going to the drive in with the family in our 1968 Barracuda fast back with all us kids load in the back with sleeping bags watching it with wonder. Wonderful music numbers I can sing (in the shower only...wouldn't risk alarming dogs from 5 blocks away LOL). Surprised you haven't reviewed that version. Or maybe I missed it? In any event. Movies like these are timeless. Brigadoon is another (sorry, anything with Gene Kelly in tight pants is a winner to me), that follows similar story lines. A man, between worlds a brother/best friend pulling him back to the rat race and to ignore pure simplistic paradise. Given what's going on in the world today? I'd jump at the chance...and sing (albeit badly) all the way to Shangri-La or Brigadoon in a heartbeat.
Seriously? Just searched your reviews...no BRIGADOON? Get with it mister. Would love to know what you think. :)
I like that version too. Love Bobby Van and Sally Kelerman especially. It's on my "To Do" list. Thanks for watching!
A great, as usual, review Steve. I'd love to know what you think of the 1973 Musical version. Panned overall - but I quite like it. I love Bette Midler's comment about it. "I never miss a Liv Ullman musical."
I may be in the minority, but I loved it. I bought the album and knew all th songs before it was ever released.
Secret guilty pleasure. Shhh...please don't tell😬
Your great in your review
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Wow, your voice just cured my headache. You just made me want to take a second look at this movie.
BTW, Edward Everett Horton in "Holiday" makes a wonderful (straight) husband in my opinion, and I wonder what you think of both that film and "Champagne for Caesar"?
Love the former and don't think much of the latter.
You said the the proposed budget was two million depression-era dollars. Did it make its money back?
Many years ago my aunt bought me a shearling coat for a trip. I feel like Ronald Coleman when I wear it. Don't look or sound like him, but it's a wonderful coat.
I'll bet it's war,. As for " Lost Horizon", it cost a fortune and barely broke even.
Steve---I just happened to tumble across your night as a "Guest Programmer" with Robert Osborne on TCM in 2014. Have you had any feelers from TCM to join the network? They should hire you. You'd be so much fun there.
None, althogh last year 2019, they did a celebration of 25 years and recorded my again telling how thrilled I was to be on the 20th anniversary. They then presented it at the TCM Classic Film Festival.
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Seems as though everyone wants Random Harvest. Couldn't wait for the review, had to watch it again. It's a 6 kleenex special - that's for sure!
I reviwed it awhile after I did this. I love it too. I worked at The Barter Theatre in Abbingdon, Virginia where James Hilton lived and is buried. His Oscar for co-writing the screenplay to "Mrs Miniver" is on display in the theatre lobby. . They let me hold it and I was so touched.
Wasn’t there a remake of this later??
Yes. A lavish, all-star musical version produced in the early '70's by Ross Hunter with music and lyrices by Burt Bacharach and Hal David. It bombed terribly and reunied the Bacharach David relationship. I like it though. Everyone seems to be having a good time. Best; Steve
The supporting parts in Lost Horizon aren't up to par with the remake. Thomas Mitchell and Edward Everett Horton are over the top and hard to watch. Also, unlike the remake, Capra's Shangri-La focuses on opulence and rich decor. It beggars logic, how did the porters get that GRAND PIANO up that hill and what's with the FLASH GORDON automatic doors? In contrast the remake focuses on humble furnishings and all things in moderation. The basic theme of the novel.
Don’t you wish there was a place?
In have discovered over the years that there are many forms of Shangri-la's that are revealed to me in the most unexpected places. They are the places and people who I love, inspire me and bring me serenity. For example, whenever I feel blue or conflicted, I find myself strolling through the shelves of The Strand Bookstore here in Manhattan, which specializes in used and out of date books. I am instantly put at ease just gazing at the titles and occasionally picking up a volume here and there. Total peace and contentment. Or sitting in a park with someone who knows and loves me and makes me laugh at myself, which is always healthy. As the man says at the end of the film in so many words: " I hope he finds his Shangri-la, may we all find it." Happy Summer, Lynn. Best Steve
@@STEVEHAYESTOQ I live in a small small town out in the country,it is very peaceful and beautiful. Moved here from California what a difference.Thank you for your beautiful comment.
@showstartsatdusk The remake focuses on all things in moderation? Really??? You are speaking of the epically miscast, grotesquely overblown, musical abomination, mega-bomb from 1973? The one that laid such an egg at the box office it was called "Lost Investment"? The one that it's own producer, Ross Hunter, acknowledged as a total failure? That one? Really? Well, I guess somebody had to like it.
Nemesis---Good points. Not only that, producer Ross Hunter was so embarrassed by the failure of the remake that he quietly retired.