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Casablanca

Discussion in 'Anything goes' started by SoSueMe, May 29, 2007.

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  1. Fenian_Bastard

    Fenian_Bastard Guest

    Actually, for about 50 years now, it's been considered to be one of the deftest, wittiest screenplays ever.
    But, do carry on. The professional-contrarian opinion is always a joy.
     
    Fenian_Bastard, May 31, 2007
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  2. Ace

    Ace Well-Known Member

    Sadly, people just weren't that smart from 1942-57.

    I think I read it's because they didn't get enough vitamins or folic acid or something during the Depression.

    Fact.
     
    Ace, May 31, 2007
    #50
  3. Fenian_Bastard

    Fenian_Bastard Guest

    Junk --
    Not liking something is not contrarian.
    "Cure for insomnia" is contrarian.
     
    Fenian_Bastard, May 31, 2007
    #51
  4. Ben_Hecht

    Ben_Hecht Active Member

    The Big Sleep is the ultimate triumph of style over substance. It looks great, and the set pieces are terrific. Can't tell you how many times I've watched it. Remember . . . even Raymond Chandler
    was unclear in his own mind in terms of just how all those pieces were supposed to fit together.
     
    Ben_Hecht, May 31, 2007
    #52
  5. Ben_Hecht

    Ben_Hecht Active Member

    Ingrid B. thought Casablanca was junk. She remains in the distinct minority, today.
     
    Ben_Hecht, May 31, 2007
    #53
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