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Welcome to the home of classic film reviews! Here we celebrate movies from the golden age of cinema (and beyond). With a couple of new videos each week we'll dive into the world of some of the silver screens classic movie works and also explore some lesser known movies and cult classics.
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Play Dirty (1969) - Movie Review
A classic war movie review of Play Dirty (1969) starring Michael Caine, Nigel Davenport and Nigel Green. Directed by André De Toth, this cult classic is set during World War II and see's a group of British commandos in North Africa disguised as Italian soldiers who must travel behind enemy lines and destroy a vital German oil depot.
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The 1969 war film Play Dirty, directed by André De Toth, is a gritty and unconventional take on the World War II genre. Set in the North African desert, the story follows Captain Douglas (Michael Caine), a cynical British officer tasked with leading a ragtag group of mercenaries on a dangerous mission to destroy a German fuel depot. Unlike traditional war films of its time, *Play Dirty* emphasizes the moral ambiguity and chaos of warfare, portraying its characters as self-serving and morally flawed rather than noble heroes.
Michael Caine delivers a compelling performance as Douglas, whose growing disillusionment mirrors the film's dark, anti-heroic tone. The bleak desert landscapes and brutal action sequences highlight the futility and harshness of war. Notable for its subversive themes and unflinching realism, Play Dirty is a thought-provoking and underrated war film that challenges the romanticized portrayal of heroism often seen in its genre.
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The 1969 war film Play Dirty, directed by André De Toth, is a gritty and unconventional take on the World War II genre. Set in the North African desert, the story follows Captain Douglas (Michael Caine), a cynical British officer tasked with leading a ragtag group of mercenaries on a dangerous mission to destroy a German fuel depot. Unlike traditional war films of its time, *Play Dirty* emphasizes the moral ambiguity and chaos of warfare, portraying its characters as self-serving and morally flawed rather than noble heroes.
Michael Caine delivers a compelling performance as Douglas, whose growing disillusionment mirrors the film's dark, anti-heroic tone. The bleak desert landscapes and brutal action sequences highlight the futility and harshness of war. Notable for its subversive themes and unflinching realism, Play Dirty is a thought-provoking and underrated war film that challenges the romanticized portrayal of heroism often seen in its genre.
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Erotic Ghost Story Trilogy - Blu-Ray Unboxing from Imprint Films!
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The Erotic Ghost Story Trilogy gets unboxed and reviewed! Limited to 1500 copies, the steamy Erotic Ghost Story trilogy comes courtesy of Imprint Asia, in a Limited Edition 3-Disc Hardbox! These sensual, supernatural Cat III films, the first of which takes influence from The Witches of Eastwick, explore the lustful desires of spirits, demons and humans alike. Packed with plenty of swordplay, we...
Soylent Green (1973) - Movie Review
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A classic movie review of Soylent Green (1973) starring Charlton Heston, Edward G. Robinson and Leigh Taylor-Young. Direcetd by Richard Fleischer this sci-fi classic is the story of a nightmarish future wrecked by environmental catastrophe... . Subscribe for more Classic Film content: th-cam.com/channels/hPx4-gwO5nuRSB48nda5sw.html . Soylent Green is a dystopian science fiction film directed by...
The Hustler (1961) - Movie Review
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A classic movie review of The Hustler (1961) starring Paul Newman, Jackie Gleason and Piper Laurie. Directed by Robert Rossen this is the tale of an up-and-coming pool player who takes on a long-time champion in a single high-stakes match. This is one of the greatest sports movies ever made with a top tier perfomance from Paul Newman, lets take a look... . Subscribe for more Classic Film conten...
His Girl Friday (1940) - Movie Review
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A classic movie review of His Girl Friday (1940) starring Cary Grant, Rosalind Russell and Ralph Bellamy. Directed by Howard Hawks, it's the rapid fire tale of a newspaper editor who uses every trick in the book to keep his ace reporter ex-wife from quitting and remarrying. Using an exclusive interview with a death row convict as an enticement to buy himself some time to win her back, this a pi...
Kind Hearts & Coronets (1949) - Movie Review
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A classic movie review of Kind Hearts & Coronets (1949) starring Dennis Price Alec Guinness and Valerie Hobson. Directed by Robert Hamer it's the classic Ealing Studios story of a distant poor relative of the Duke D'Ascoyne as he plots to inherit the title by murdering the eight other heirs who stand ahead of him in the line of succession... . Subscribe for more Classic Film content: th-cam.com...
The Thing (1982) - Movie Review
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A classic movie review of The Thing (1982) starring Kurt Russell, Wilford Brimley and Keith David. Directed by John Carpenter this is a sci-fi horror masterpiece that see's a research team in Antarctica hunted by a shape-shifting alien that assumes the appearance of its victims... A remake of 1951's The Thing From Another World, this time with some of the most audacious practical special effect...
Crimson Tide (1995) - Movie Review
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Welcome to a classic action movie review of Crimson Tide (1995) starring Gene Hackman and Denzel Washington. Directed by Tony Scott this action thriller is set on a U.S. nuclear missile sub, where a young First Officer stages a mutiny to prevent his trigger-happy Captain from launching his missiles before confirming his orders to do so... . Subscribe for more Classic Film content: th-cam.com/ch...
The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992) - Movie Review
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A classic Christams movie review of The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992) starring Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggie, The Great Gonzo and Sir Michael Caine...Directed by Brian Henson this is one of the finest and most heartwarming adaptations of Charles Dickens' beloved novella A Christmas Carol... . Subscribe for more Classic Film content: th-cam.com/channels/hPx4-gwO5nuRSB48nda5sw.html . The Muppet Ch...
Conan the Barbarian (1982) - Movie Review
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A classic movie review of Conan the Barbarian (1982) starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, James Earl Jones and Max von Sydow. Directed by John Milius this is the dark fantasy adventure story of a powerful warrior who seeks to avenge the genocide of his people and the murder of his parents at the hands of a snake cult. . Subscribe for more Classic Film content: th-cam.com/channels/hPx4-gwO5nuRSB48nda...
The Day of the Jackal (1973) - Movie Review
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A classic movie review of The Day of the Jackal (1973) starring Edward Fox, Michael Lonsdale and Cyril Cusack. Directed by Fred Zimmerman and based on the Frederick Forsyth novel, it's what-if story of resentful military veterans hiring a professional assassin codenamed "Jackal" to kill President Charles de Gaulle, in the aftermath of France allowing Algeria's independence. . Subscribe for more...
The Rock (1996) - Movie Review
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Welcome to a classic action movie review of The Rock (1996) starring Seam Connery, Nicolas Cage and Ed Harris. Directed by Michael Bay this is the high octane action thriller set on Alcatraz Island as a group of rogue marines aim poison gas rockets into San Fransisco... . Subscribe for more Classic Film content: th-cam.com/channels/hPx4-gwO5nuRSB48nda5sw.html . In The Rock (1996), rogue U.S. Ma...
Criss Cross (1949) - Movie Review
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Welcome to a classic movie review of Criss Cross (1949) a film noir thriller starring Burt Lancaster, Dan Duryea and Yvonne De Carlo. Directed by Robert Siodmak, its the tale of an armored truck driver and his ex-wife as they conspire with a gang to have his own truck robbed on the route. . Subscribe for more Classic Film content: th-cam.com/channels/hPx4-gwO5nuRSB48nda5sw.html . After being aw...
The Wolf Man (1941) - Movie Review
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A classic movie review of The Wolf Man. The original Universal Horror film starring Lon Chaney Jr., Claude Rains and Bela Lugosi. Directed by George Waggner it is the spooky tale of a young man (Larry Talbot) who, upon returnning to his father's estate, meets a beautiful woman, attends a mystical carnival and uncovers a horrifying curse... . Subscribe for more Classic Film content: th-cam.com/c...
The Ten Best Movies of 1990
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As a new decade dawned, the year 1990 (which is at the time of this video, almost 35 years ago!) was the year that would see Nelson Mandela released from prison after a 27 year sentence, Britain's first female prime minister Margaret Thatcher resigning from the downing street after 11 years and 3 elections, Iraq invading Kuwait, eventually leading to the Gulf War, glad that all turned out for t...
The Wizard of OZ (1939) - Movie Review
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It! The Terror from Beyond Space (1958) - Movie Review
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Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror (1922) - Movie Review
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In the Name of the Father (1993) - Movie Review
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A Hard Days Night (1964) - Movie Review
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A Hard Days Night (1964) - Movie Review
Well the title does say it all and the ending is what the whole film is inevitably leading up to
I need these on 4K.
I didn''t understand the plot of the film very well when I saw this. For example when the Davenport character caused the vehicle to crash going up the hill. I couldn't understand what his motivations were supposed to be.
As all ways a great review. I think I saw this in the cinema. But I get this and too late the hero muddled up. To be honest I had to look it up and see similar films. Too late came out the following year. Need to watch both again. 👍
Looks like a good one!
Awesome unboxing mate, I love Imprint Films releases they are a top boutique label, that always put a lot of effort in their releases. Nice one mate👍😃👍
I can see why the only decade old Department of Defense wouldn't support the production in this film in no shape or form during its production, and was poorly marketed in distribution. A rarely seen, underated B-movie shoulda-been a classic with some of the best actors of that period.
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Very well reviewed for this type of movie.
I've only just heard about this movie, but the themes of society remind me of Trainspotting.
With a title like that, I'm sold! But in all seriousness, the set looks very well made!
Hi mate, I love it when a film set in the future is now in our past (and why is it the future is alway bleak 🤣) this is one I’ve not seen but it’s the type of movie (age, subject matter and cast) that I would enjoy so I have no excuse. I do have the blu-ray so will be addressing that issue this week 🧐 I do know the meaning behind the title already but as the film is 52 years old, that’s fine, nice one mate, take care 👍😃👍
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Great movie along with the other Heston apocalyptic classics. Omega Man and Planet of the Apes
The final scene was so poignant where McDowell's character gives in to his repressed feelings by revealing his grief for his deceased would-be brother in law.
Never heard of this one, looks great!
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Great review.
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Saw this at the cinema. A great film.
So incredibly tragic. The overcrowding is less likely to come true. It's tipping in the other direction actually. For example, the rate the replacement basically dipped towards negative in 1971 here in Germany. The US is one of the few places where this has not yet happened. It's just a couple of the least stable African states that actual growth of the population still occurs at a significant rate. Thankfully we've made progress on the food front, but it's a constant fight too. I find this film apocalyptic. Rampant, accepted and expected corruption. Codified slavery. And that twist. The German version is a little more direct for the final lines of Heston in the film. The English version is rather nice compared to that.
Well, this would NEVER happen in real life, right....? ::Large parts of Los Angeles are still burning...in January:: Right? 🤐
Scoops are on the way!
Great film. Edward G.Robinson has a great death scene, fittingly for his final movie.
Hi mate, another great film, I remember seeing a documentary on Minnesota Fats on Tv when I was a kid and being fascinated by him and his skill set, he was incredible. The cast here are brilliant , there’s not a weak link in the film cast. It’s hard to believe Paul was overlooked at the Academy Awards for so long 😮 take care mate👍😃👍
Yeah I agree, Newman had so many great roles but was maybe perceived as more of a 'movie star' than a 'serious actor' ... maybe... I'm going to have to re-watch The Color of Money now I think... 🤔 Thanks for checking out the video buddy, always very much appreciated. 👏📽
Hi mate, sorry this video slipped past me so had to check to see if I missed one 🧐 I love these fast paced movies with the dialogue delivered at speed. Cary Grant is always a joy to watch on screen, I’ve not seen this one for a while but luckily, I have it in my collection. I completely agree with you, audiences shouldn’t dismiss it just because it’s considered old 🤔 take care mate👍😃👍
Hi Alan, thanks for popping by to watch the video, very much appreciated. Yes, this is a 90 minute movie that feels like its half that length as it barley stops for a breath! I love Rosalind Russell in this and she was apparently according to her, "Everyone's fifteenth choice" for the role, but she's great! Thanks again mate, have a great weekend! 👏📽
Great review as always, such a great film
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Good vid. I put this film as an awkward watch with raw characters, along with This Sporting Life, another sports film of that era.
Looks great, strange to see Piper Laurie so young as I only know her from Carrie and the Faculty!
You know I’ve had this in the collection for years but never watched it. Tonight could be the night. Top review as always 😊
Always think the old movies have a better storyline.
I didn't realise his eyes were so blue. Not normally a fan of Steve McQueen. He often plays emotionally remote characters. This is the first time I recall seeing him laugh.
👍 Good review. Made me remember another film I haven’t seen for over fifty years now, _The Cincinnati Kid_ with Steve McQueen, Edgar G. Robinson and Ann Margret (one of my heart throbs when I was a teenage boy). Amazing though, I still remember the last poker hand played in that movie.
Truly great film. In a way similar to the Cincinnati kid with Steve McQueen Check out pool hall Richard. A song by the faces or Rod Stewart can’t remember.
I love the last game of pool. Eddie now knows, and Minessota knows that Eddie is unplayable. And all it took was Sarah's tragic demise. George C Scott is ridiculously good as always.
In the 70's the cinematic Big 4 were revamped for a new generation. Back in cinema's infancy it started with Phantom of the OPERA (1925) King Kong in '33, A Star is Born and Frankenstein in the mid to late 30's. Skip to the 70's where we have YOUNG Frankenstein, Phantom of the PARADISE, both released in 1974 and my ABSOLUTE double-feature faves! King Kong (Jessica Lange) and A Star is Born with Barbra Streisand both saw the screen in 1976. Wild, how that worked!
Wow
Classic movie. Such a funny film and the dialogue moves quicker than the speed of light. I am glad I watch movies with subtitles, it helped me keep up with the super quick dialogue.
This is a very charming old American movie. Strong human values which are timeless are in this movie that any family around Christmas time right up to today can relate. Also Cary Grant, David Niven, Elsa Lanchester and Loretta young and all supporting actors many of them children do a marvellous job. As the taxi driver in the movie says when you watch this movie .."your faith in humanity is restored" Well we all feel like the taxi driver after watching this great movie.
Great film. It provides space for important reflections in relation to what we live today, with exacerbated nationalism and the need to put humanity first.
Great play and film. 😊👍🏻
Great review, sir. Yeah, Cary Grant is definitely one of the best. Cheers!
I like her witty response at the end. And Cary Grant does screwball comedy well,... Bringing Up Baby is good fun, too.
Loved the jack lemon version. Great review as always. Thanks
Thanks for the review, from Ireland 🇮🇪
A fantastic film!
Although unfamiliar to modern audiences, the gentlemen that played the press corps in that movie was a collection of some of the best "character actors" of the time. And the uncredited waiter was played by yet another, Irving Bacon. A completely random and unnecessary fact I like to mention whenever this film is brought up... :)
Can't beat an old black and white movie.