Rosalind Russell - Top 10 Best Performances

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  • Опубликовано: 31 янв 2025

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  • @knitterscheidt
    @knitterscheidt Месяц назад +16

    I couldn't agree with you more! The Women, His Girl Friday and Auntie Mame are among my all time favorites. Thanks Jack!

  • @Jacko1165
    @Jacko1165 Месяц назад +17

    The Trouble with Angels is sublime 😇

  • @Roz-y2d
    @Roz-y2d Месяц назад +11

    Loved her in ‘The Women’.❤️

  • @jeffbassin630
    @jeffbassin630 Месяц назад +40

    Roselind Russell is the one and only Mame!

  • @loridegrande2350
    @loridegrande2350 Месяц назад +9

    Auntie mame is one of my all time favorites 💜

  • @Seabasstien
    @Seabasstien 23 дня назад +2

    Can't tell you how much I enjoyed your video it was delivered with such love and admiration for this wonderful and under appreciated actress. For Roz and Barbara Stanwyck oh and Thelma Ritter to never win the Oscar keeps me awake at night. Thanks again for this tribute to Roz I love Gypsy and Sister Kenny especially but all your choices are spot on.

    • @theclassicfilmloversguide1871
      @theclassicfilmloversguide1871  23 дня назад +1

      Thank you so very much for watching and supporting!!!! Oh Goodness can't wait until the Top 10 on Thelma...!!

    • @Seabasstien
      @Seabasstien 23 дня назад

      I'm subscribing ❤​@@theclassicfilmloversguide1871

  • @greeneyedwarlock882
    @greeneyedwarlock882 23 дня назад +6

    Your tribute was EXQUISITELY written and read. I've always loved Russell and your insights and descriptive of her are so insightful, endearingly kind and elegant. Fantastic video and I couldn't agree with you more and I never really knew how amazingly accomplished she was as an Actress and a 5 time Golden Globe winner too!

  • @DMOrtmann
    @DMOrtmann 21 день назад +2

    I think you really nailed it with the term "generous." No doubt underappreciated, Roz was a natural talent from the beginning - a talent that imporved through her c onscious hard work and tenacious commmitment to craftsmanship. Roz was a uniquely *generous* actor, to your point, and thst's easy to miss because she was *so damn good at it* Perhaps she remains under-appreciated because of that very generosity. Roz always looked great and excelled in any scene, but she made sure everyone else in the scene looked good, TOO. She nevah hammed or tried to "steal" a scene, despite being a undeniably Master Class level actor. Thank you for helping to keep Rosalind Russell's work and spitit alive. Hopefully some viewers who may not know her very well will be inspired to watch these 10 films.

  • @thebolter24
    @thebolter24 Месяц назад +12

    “Acting is standing up naked and turning around very slowly.” - Rosalind Russell
    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @alexrafe2590
    @alexrafe2590 23 дня назад +2

    I agree with everything you say about RR. There was never a part that she played that I didn't love her in. She's amazing as a comedic actress, but even the roles where she played dark characters she's completely compelling. It's a travesty that she never won an oscar. The consistency of her abilities across so many films is a testament to how great she was.

  • @edwardf9661
    @edwardf9661 Месяц назад +11

    PICNIC! She was fantastic!

    • @TheSaltydog07
      @TheSaltydog07 Месяц назад +2

      She broke my heart.
      ❤❤❤❤❤

    • @Colorbrush21
      @Colorbrush21 22 дня назад

      PICNIC! Yes, loved her in this movie. She made so many good movies - Auntie Mame, Craig's Wife, The Women and His Girl Friday.

  • @fthomasdigaetano3886
    @fthomasdigaetano3886 22 дня назад

    Life is a Banquet is kept in the collection of books on my bed stand. The story of the Duchess alone would put it there - but it’s her story and that has earned the spot in truth. This was a lovely retrospective. Thank you for sharing it.

  • @NancyPollyCy
    @NancyPollyCy Месяц назад +5

    I was so glad that you included Sister Kenny. I loved (and still do) that movie. And could anyone deny that her Auntie Mame is the one we all wished was ours? Of all its moments, my favorite is at the very end, when she leads Patrick's son up the stairs, weaving her spell with such mesmerizing skill that I always want to slap Patrick and Pegeen for laughing and breaking it. If ever there was a moment just to shut up and let us wallow in her genius...

  • @judithcoloma613
    @judithcoloma613 7 дней назад

    I loved watching Rosalind Russell. The Women is my favorite classical movie.

  • @w.m.515
    @w.m.515 27 дней назад +1

    I always take time out to watch Auntie Mame, His Girl Friday and The Women whenever I get the chance! ❤

  • @anthonyanderson2405
    @anthonyanderson2405 8 дней назад

    A MAJORITY OF ONE is well worth seeing, the ending supremely touching.

  • @audreydaleski1067
    @audreydaleski1067 Месяц назад +5

    She IS Mame. Did the best number in Gypsy. Played a nun, perfectly. His Girl Friday. Many other outstanding roles.

  • @DavidWarias
    @DavidWarias Месяц назад +2

    Couldn't agree more....Rosalind Russell was beyond the very best!!! Perfection personified!! I have loved her and each and every character that she played ....untouchable!!

  • @Darrigrande
    @Darrigrande Месяц назад +4

    She was a fantastic actress that deserved more recognition and attention.

  • @danieldumas7361
    @danieldumas7361 27 дней назад +1

    This has to have been a true labor of love for Marcus. For how else could anyone infuse this dissertation with so much love, admiration, sincerity in one's voice. Thank you for that & am looking forward to going through more of "Reportages", now that I've subscribed. + Quick note: My hairdresser Michael, Who's a Big fan of RR, made me promise to see Antie Mame in a Movie theatre for my 1st viewing. Good Call!

  • @markbeck8384
    @markbeck8384 29 дней назад +2

    Loved this tribute. She so deserved it. Really a wonderful actress/comedienne/Star/singer. I suspect she was a really fine human being, too; but, of course, I never knew her. She will always be Auntie Mame to me.

  • @marshagarwood2076
    @marshagarwood2076 28 дней назад

    Great choices.

  • @williamperri1202
    @williamperri1202 29 дней назад +1

    One of the very BEST actresses EVER !!!! The only Auntie Mame and Mama Rose. Thanks, I will watch some movies I didn't know about.

  • @audreydaleski1067
    @audreydaleski1067 Месяц назад +3

    Ros was rightfully proud of her comedic prowess.

  • @VictorBoris-qz6jl
    @VictorBoris-qz6jl 5 дней назад

    I experienced the film version of GYPSY at Radio City in the fall of 62. Whenever I think of the Music Hall I think of her. She is in my Top Five.

  • @MrJimmyolson
    @MrJimmyolson Месяц назад +2

    Well done!!!❤

  • @LilFaith90
    @LilFaith90 4 дня назад

    My Girl Friday and The Women are my favorites ! 💖

  • @Sotzume
    @Sotzume 29 дней назад +1

    Thank you for this tribute to the most underrated actress of cinema history...larger than life....funny, dramatic, poignant...so many emotions she brought to the screen. And her stage triumphs also do not get the respect they deserve.

    • @chucknyc123
      @chucknyc123 28 дней назад

      And easily the funniest Mystery Guest on What’s My Line EVER!

  • @kathleencunningham6236
    @kathleencunningham6236 Месяц назад +1

    I am so glad i found your channel. I will have to check some of the movies you mentioned. She was amazing! The ONLY Auntie Mame.

  • @edwardrodgers9383
    @edwardrodgers9383 26 дней назад +1

    I agree!🌹

  • @TerriKnight-x3s
    @TerriKnight-x3s 27 дней назад +1

    My favorite actress! Omgosh. ❤️

  • @MSK-jd5fi
    @MSK-jd5fi Месяц назад +1

    I’m so tickled that you included The Trouble With Angels in the top 10. It’s always been one of my favorites and I think it holds up really well because the emotional underpinnings are so good. And I had no idea that Cary Grant played matchmaker for Roz!

    • @TerriKnight-x3s
      @TerriKnight-x3s 27 дней назад

      I just watched it today! First saw it at 11 in 66? With my best friend. So good

  • @johnwwirtanen1283
    @johnwwirtanen1283 Месяц назад

    OMG. YES, YES , YES.
    I've always been warmly touched or outrageously bent over in laughter (sometimes both) by her performances.

  • @RickCarter-kb6vp
    @RickCarter-kb6vp 23 дня назад +1

    I have watched Mame a dozen times .. yes Rosalind was brilliant.. I would have given number 2 to Gypsy … she she put the template of one of the greatest mature female rolls on film.

  • @krzysztofpaus8127
    @krzysztofpaus8127 Месяц назад +1

    I'm so happy you made video about the one and only Rosalind Russell. She is worth to mention ❤ and remember!

  • @ron9576
    @ron9576 Месяц назад +1

    Yes, your favorite picks were spot on! However, if I could add one more of my own personal favorites, it would be..."The Velvet Touch." Being that I was a theater actor for many years, that film hit home for me. And not only Rosalind Russell, but the whole cast was stellar. You have a great channel here. 💫⭐I just subscribed!

  • @mocowan6642
    @mocowan6642 Месяц назад +2

    Another one of her overlooked performances is in the film Five Finger Exercise.

  • @FrankLaduca-o4n
    @FrankLaduca-o4n Месяц назад +1

    Rosalyn, russell, one great lady.One great actress and always will be our auntie mame!!!!❤❤❤

  • @markolson4284
    @markolson4284 Месяц назад

    Live from Fabulous Las Vegas . . . yet another beautimous show!!

  • @CorinParkerCL
    @CorinParkerCL Месяц назад +1

    Thank you so much for this. Seven years ago I bought “His Girl Friday,” blind because I knew the combination of Cary Grant and Rosalind Russell had to be great. It was perfection.
    On another note, do you think you’d ever be interested in doing a top ten on Anthony Perkins? I realize he has a huge filmography. It just seems that people forgot he was nominated for an Oscar for his 2nd film and that “Psycho” was him playing against type. He did eleven movies before “Psycho” and good work after. I don’t think most people even know that. I just saw one of his later movies that I had never come across, “Remember My Name.” It’s incredible and forgotten.
    Regardless, I love the channel. I can’t wait to see your upcoming videos. Happy New Year!

  • @JosephCampos-g9j
    @JosephCampos-g9j Месяц назад +1

    Love her

  • @christophermichael7296
    @christophermichael7296 20 дней назад

    Trouble With Angels is my favorite. Very funny but an interesting, touching story too. Her performance in Picnic is outstanding. She was so great she couldn't help but almost steal the show.

    • @inthrutheoutdoor5849
      @inthrutheoutdoor5849 15 дней назад

      The second part was great and touching as well. Were Angels Go, Trouble Follows.

  • @agustinprystupa280
    @agustinprystupa280 Месяц назад +1

    I love this top 10 acting performances I hope one day you make one of Barbara Stanwyck and Irene well there lots of performers to make videos just saying. Hope you have a happy year 2025 and greetings from Argentina

  • @johnnzboy
    @johnnzboy Месяц назад

    What a treat your videos are :)

  • @FrankLaduca-o4n
    @FrankLaduca-o4n Месяц назад +1

    Also, damn good actress. What a good human being giving back to the people who loved and adored her❤❤❤

    • @chucknyc123
      @chucknyc123 28 дней назад +1

      She and Freddy Brisson were true Hollywood royalty. Nobody ever deserved that humanitarian Oscar more.

  • @thomask1424
    @thomask1424 24 дня назад +1

    OMG, Michael Redgrave, wowsa!

  • @jameslong6329
    @jameslong6329 Месяц назад

    My favorite movie she made was Mame! It always cheered me up when I was sad!!!❤

  • @Nylgk
    @Nylgk Месяц назад

    Agree 💯. She will always BE Mame, but I can still watch The Women, Angels and Girl Friday over and over again. A real legend. Her appearance on What’s My Line to promote Wonderful Town was also one of the funniest things I’ve ever seen😂😂😂
    I just came upon your video and never watched you before but have you ever done anything on a truly forgotten but great actress, Miriam Hopkins?
    Great vid though, thanks👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

  • @audreydaleski1067
    @audreydaleski1067 Месяц назад +2

    Never under-rated. Simply rhe best.

  • @robert9557
    @robert9557 Месяц назад

    My favorite actress of all time. Favorite film of mine Rosie. Can't find on video. Made in the 60s.
    Based on a play called A Very Rich Woman.

  • @suebarner8364
    @suebarner8364 20 дней назад

    I still know all the words to all the songs from My Sister Eileen er Wonderful Town!!

  • @westtexastalent
    @westtexastalent Месяц назад

    The trouble with angels was the first movie I saw her in. Love at first sight

  • @jonathanfarrell2378
    @jonathanfarrell2378 Месяц назад

    Oh! And, what about the musical movie “Girl Rush?” That displays some of Rosalind’s most memorable musical comedy talents. The cast in it is memorable too, as well as some of the music. And while the sequel to “Trouble With Angels” isn’t as smashing as the original movie, it has merit. The sequel provides an interesting look at how the times were changing in the 1960s. Much of those social changes have made an impact upon life today in the 21st Century. And, what about Rosalind’s last film in 1971? “Mrs. Pollifax-Spy” It’s an amazing testament to her ability as an actress/performer, that even as she had been suffering from ailments like arthritis and cancer she met the requirements of the role. Rosalind was an amazing woman. Thanks again for posting!

  • @HappyValleyDreamin
    @HappyValleyDreamin Месяц назад

    I loved her as Sylvia Fowler in The Women and as Rosemary Sydney in Picnic💖💖💖

  • @inthrutheoutdoor5849
    @inthrutheoutdoor5849 15 дней назад

    Never Wave at a WAC is hilarious. One of her best! Reminds me of Goldie Hawn's performance in Private Benjamin.

  • @paulsuchy6210
    @paulsuchy6210 Месяц назад

    It's difficult for me to be objective regarding Gypsy because it was the first film I saw; I was 3 years old and overwhelmed by the experience of motion pictures. Today, I still maintain that Russell nails her portrayal of Rose and her final monologue in Gypsy is her best work on film. I would have placed His Girl Friday at the top, but I expected Auntie Mame to be number 1. My issue with Auntie Mame is that much of it lacks spontaneity and seems too worked out which can affect many stage to film adaptations. The contrast between Mame and Mother Superior is a fine example of Russell's versatility and in a way places her above many actresses who thrived on their personality alone. Thank you for this enjoyable presentation and best wishes for the new year.

  • @erikagholston6610
    @erikagholston6610 Месяц назад +1

    She is my daughter's favorite actress.

  • @JacQues58
    @JacQues58 Месяц назад

    Roz was the best. She deserves the Oscar many times and should have been nominated for more roles. I watch her films this time of year.

  • @ronniehayes178
    @ronniehayes178 Месяц назад +1

    Got the spelling right. My sister Eileen, that's how it's spelled. Thanks everyone for your support. As a friend of mine said " they don't make stars used to." Such words are so true. R I P. John K

  • @SM-pu2dh
    @SM-pu2dh 29 дней назад +2

    We need a top 10 of Geraldine Page and Ann Bancroft

  • @jonathanfarrell2378
    @jonathanfarrell2378 Месяц назад

    Thanks for posting this wonderful tribute! Also, I read or heard somewhere that Rosalind would only take roles where the woman was a strong person. A person who was intelligent, determined and committed. Also, she liked portraying women who worked or were educated.
    I find it interesting that there were so many women in years past who did a lot to promote women’s rights and yet didn’t call much attention to themselves.
    Nor did they promote extreme liberalism either. They just did their work and made the most of their lives.
    Perhaps if you do a sequel to this video of Rosalind, you might explain/examine why she didn’t do the musical version of “Auntie Mame.” Just a thought! Thanks again for posting!

    • @davidgeary1511
      @davidgeary1511 29 дней назад +1

      She was offered the musical when it was being written but 30:51 she turned it down saying I don't eat last weeks stew.

  • @arjnsdca
    @arjnsdca Месяц назад +1

    The Women is one of my favorite movies!🎦

  • @ThomasBiddle-c2d
    @ThomasBiddle-c2d Месяц назад +1

    What ever happened to "Rosie!", the comedy/drama she made in the late 60s? I loved that one as a kid and it has never been released since.

  • @1trschaefer78
    @1trschaefer78 28 дней назад

    I love Roz! She made a great nun in The Trouble with Angels, and was masterful as Rose in Gypsy! (such an unfairly underrated film...)

  • @imperiallebaron2391
    @imperiallebaron2391 Месяц назад

    Auntie Mame and mother superior in the trouble with angels and where angels go, trouble follows are my personal favorites.

  • @TheSaltydog07
    @TheSaltydog07 Месяц назад

    Three: "Mame
    Mame
    Mame"
    ❤❤❤❤❤❄️✨💍💎💠

  • @hanschristianbrando5588
    @hanschristianbrando5588 Месяц назад +1

    "Underappreciated" is an excellent word for the incredible Rosalind Russell. People tend either to love her or hate her, but her body of work defies such generalizations. So many of her movies are of the "love to hate" variety ("Gypsy," "Rosie," "Mourning Becomes Electra," "Oh, Dad, Poor Dad"), but even in her less inspired vehicles (some of which themselves are underrated) she is never not watchable.
    And once and for all, her husband did not buy "Gypsy" for her. (Why would David Merrick sell the show to a rival producer when obviously he'd make more money dealing directly with the studios?) She got it because producer/director Mervyn LeRoy wanted her for "A Majority of One," and she said she'd do it if he gave her "Gypsy." Also, she was at her post-"Auntie Mame" peak: if it's true that "Auntie Mame" saved Warner Bros. from the brink of bankruptcy in the late '50s, you'd think they'd be only too happy to have that film's star back for more Broadway-based extravaganzas.

  • @timme2844
    @timme2844 28 дней назад

    "Get'em at Gimballs!" Rosiland Russell is in the top 5 greatest actresses of all time! Bar none!

    • @SandViolet
      @SandViolet 23 дня назад

      Gimbels (NYC department store, 1910-1986)

  • @haroldmachroli7038
    @haroldmachroli7038 27 дней назад

    I absolutely agree with your observations. I have always enjoyed Rosalind Russell even above those who were considered greatest actresses but not really greater just different. Rosalind was just as brilliant as any other actress. Another underrated was Myrna Loy. And I've decided to add another injustice I think the academy committed was in snubbing Thelma Ritter. One of the greatest supporting actress ever in my opinion.

  • @GeorgeKenmore
    @GeorgeKenmore 19 часов назад

    I respect Russell for her refusal to be placed in the Supporting Actress category which, it's true, she could have won. Her rationale that she was a leading lady and wasn't ready to be relegated to character/supporting parts. A class act through and through.

  • @christophermichael7296
    @christophermichael7296 18 дней назад

    A list for Ginger Rogers please. The Major And The Minor is my favorite.

  • @lesliebest5562
    @lesliebest5562 20 дней назад

    I simply cannot believe
    that Loretta Young won for “The Farmer’s Daughter”, still.
    Rosalind Russell was
    insanely brilliant as
    ‘Vinnie’! ❤ me some
    “Mourning Becomes
    Electra!

  • @commandoxy
    @commandoxy 29 дней назад

    Be sure to see her as the mystery guest on "what's my Line" from 1953.

  • @brianmoore6306
    @brianmoore6306 28 дней назад

    My favs are in a bit different order...1 - Auntie Mame, 2 - Picnic, 3 Girl Rush, 4 - The Trouble With Angels.

  • @marshagarwood2076
    @marshagarwood2076 29 дней назад

    One great Came. Equally good in comedy and drama. Yes Aunt MAME and Rose.

  • @audreydaleski1067
    @audreydaleski1067 Месяц назад

    Night Must Fall is fantastic. Dame may whitty.

  • @jerrycallender9352
    @jerrycallender9352 29 дней назад

    I wore out 2 VHS tapes of "AUNTIE MAME"!

  • @sheilaholmes8455
    @sheilaholmes8455 Месяц назад

    God I love her in The Women.

  • @richardfletcher9606
    @richardfletcher9606 29 дней назад

    I also would have included Where Angels Go, Trouble Follows as either honorable mention or number 10.

  • @paullockwood4872
    @paullockwood4872 29 дней назад

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @robinturner1138
    @robinturner1138 27 дней назад

    The Velvet Touch was another great murder movie with her as the lead. Night must fall is a great movie for her because you are not certain of her emotions and what she will do.

  • @patcurrie9888
    @patcurrie9888 Месяц назад +1

    Check out Roz on What's my Line? Jan '53 She was great!

    • @darrylbrooks9365
      @darrylbrooks9365 Месяц назад +1

      Thanks for that info. I just watched it. She was fabulous!

  • @cibreopirate
    @cibreopirate Месяц назад

    I think that the actor closest to RR today would be Cate Blanchett. Cate can straddle drama and comedy, film and theatre and has a wonderful sense of comedy and slapstick with a distinctively Australian touch.

  • @Michaela1942
    @Michaela1942 Месяц назад

    I wish you had included 1945's Roughly Speaking that she did with Jack Carson (very different role for him). It's not one of her better known films, but I've always liked it a lot. And, it's directed by Michael Curtiz - had could it be bad.

  • @Dillondynasty
    @Dillondynasty 20 дней назад

    Do BETTY GRABLE

  • @jonhinson5701
    @jonhinson5701 Месяц назад

    Rosalind Russell is the reason I own The Women but His Girl Friday and Auntie Mame are also my favorites of hers. No disrespect to Lucille Ball but I cannot anyone who can top Rosalind as the eccentric aunt.

  • @SM-pu2dh
    @SM-pu2dh 29 дней назад

    We need a top 10 Maggie Smith

  • @davidgeary1511
    @davidgeary1511 29 дней назад

    She also gives an amazing performance in Rosie, one of her ladt.fklmd.

  • @newcreature222
    @newcreature222 Месяц назад +1

    IMO this raven beauty has never gotten her due as a comedy legend and great actress that she is , it like she is in the shadows which makes no sense I never see or hear her name or image being celebrated in pop culture which is a tragedy to my ears outside of Turner classic movies , for someone who brought so much color to humanity, humanity needs to change it frequency and celebrate the people who make life more colorful for us all

  • @audreydaleski1067
    @audreydaleski1067 Месяц назад

    Mourning suits Electra!

  • @audreydaleski1067
    @audreydaleski1067 Месяц назад

    She should have won for Mame.

  • @shon7425
    @shon7425 Месяц назад

    Shes the only one i see in that part

  • @1079walter
    @1079walter Месяц назад

    "Flight for Freedom" missing "the list" is unacceptable, sir! "Honorable mention", indeed!

  • @DanielLiebert-i1p
    @DanielLiebert-i1p Месяц назад

    George Cukor insisted she could do comedy but each time she did the role he told her no.... make it CRAZIER... As you say after about 8 tries she got sick of it and thought "He wants crazy, I'll give him crazy" And she did the most ridiculous, gum chewing, bug eyed, fast talking maniac she could. And George said.... THAT"S IT.

  • @DanielCrappi
    @DanielCrappi Месяц назад

    ❤❤❤❤❤😂😂😢

  • @victormagliacane
    @victormagliacane Месяц назад +1

    I hated her in " Picnic . Liked her very much in " The Women "

  • @kitkeller5831
    @kitkeller5831 Месяц назад

    She did an underrated drama called "The Velvet Touch." The first scene is overheated, but the rest is first-rate.

  • @topogigio2879
    @topogigio2879 29 дней назад

    Ann-Margret was up for Mama Rose? I think you meant she was up for Natalie Wood's role. I think HIS GIRL FRIDAY is easily Russell's best. I'm the only person I know who doesn't like AUNTIE MAME. The whole thing is so flatly directed by theatre veteran Morton DaCosta with awkward staging and everybody playing to the rafters. The only performance I liked was Coral Browne as Vera Charles. Somehow she knew how to make an outrageous character also seem like a real person.

  • @collettedobrocke4518
    @collettedobrocke4518 22 дня назад

    Sorry. BUT MY FAVORITE IS Auntie MAME

  • @derekc4503
    @derekc4503 29 дней назад

    Rosalind was great but I dislike your list.