Memorable Biopics
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spiderwort — 6 years ago(August 28, 2019 01:26 AM)
Oh, man did Lynch get real, and brilliantly, too! I love this film. And I actually saw the play on Broadway, so I have a point of reference. They are very different efforts in some ways, but Lynch, whose films in general do not please me, really captured the heart and soul and mind of this extraordinary man. A wonderful film, this one.
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Lilith — 6 years ago(August 28, 2019 01:17 PM)
Yeah I think we were talking about this one before. It was BRUTAL, and gave me a newfound respect for Tina Turner. I can't believe what a nasty piece of work Ike was. What a mofo. The abuse she went through. Watching her evolution and how hard she was drilled. Performing right after giving birth. The beatings. The rapes.
And to be honest, Angela Bassett was so believable in this performance. Perfection.
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spiderwort — 6 years ago(August 28, 2019 01:31 PM)
I recently saw an interview with Tina Turner on 60 Minutes, and it seems that she has a good life now, living in Europe with a man who loves her. I'm glad for that.
And, yes, the film was brutal, but Basset was indeed wonderful in her ability to meet it head on. -
spiderwort — 6 years ago(August 28, 2019 02:47 PM)
As I recall it's in remission. I could be wrong, but that's what I remember. I just know that she was really happy with her life and seemed healthy in general.
Edit: I found this from Snopes on-line.
What's True
Between 2013 and 2018, Turner suffered a series of major health setbacks beginning with a stroke and followed by bouts of intestinal cancer and kidney disease. She underwent successful operations in 2016 and 2017 to remove a cancerous section of her colon and to receive a kidney transplant. As of March 2019, she was still under medical treatment related to the transplant and her body's rejection of the organ.
What's False
As of March 2019, there were no reliable reports of Turner suffering a recurrence of either stroke or cancer, and she was in good enough health to travel abroad, make public appearances, and conduct on-camera interviews. -
etc — 6 years ago(August 28, 2019 02:28 AM)
Amazing as well as true story, fully agree with NZer on this pick.
Actually caught a rerun of this one just a couple of weeks ago and watched through the whole story again. Totally worth it. Not often I like reruns of movies already watched, only since there are sooo many still not seen.
Another amazing story with same actor once again doing a fab job
Leo! He is kind of a one of a kind
THE WOLF OF WALL STREE
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spiderwort — 6 years ago(August 28, 2019 12:43 PM)
It shows up on tv once in awhile, and next time I'll really make a point to watch it. And you're right about DiCaprio; he is one of a kind. I remember him when he was a kid. Amazing actor and a dedicated environmentalist. Bless him for that.
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Lilith — 6 years ago(August 28, 2019 01:12 PM)
I absolutely LOVED this movie!
I saw a speech given by the real Frank Abagnale, Jr who said they took quite a bit of liberty in making the movie, but at the same time, described in today's world with technology, it might even be easier to do what he did back then! (That surprised me).
This was fantastic, and I could watch it over and over!
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MissMargoChanning — 6 years ago(August 28, 2019 01:25 PM)
NZer, I liked how the movie started with the re enactment of his appearance on this show. Here is the real Frank Jr.
You asked a pretty question; I've given you the ugly answer.
Fasten Your Seatbelts….
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spiderwort — 6 years ago(August 28, 2019 01:33 AM)
Oh, you're breaking my heart with this one, Margo. What a beauty it is. I remember it like it was yesterday. One of the best of the television biopics, rivaling so many on the big screen. Thanks so much for the post.
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MissMargoChanning — 6 years ago(August 28, 2019 01:40 AM)
I think it was the best of the best TV Movies of the Week.
It was a movie known to make grown men cry.
You asked a pretty question; I've given you the ugly answer.
Fasten Your Seatbelts….
It's Going To Be A Bumpy Night!