4 Star Films Posted by 4 Star Film Fan on September 26, 2019

It begins unobtrusively enough. In a backwater Arkansas jail, a drunkard plays his guitar on a radio segment of “A Face in the Crowd” being broadcast from his cell. They don’t know it quite yet but soon the host who found him, Marcia Jeffries (Patricia Neal), and Larry “Lone   read more

CineMaven's Essays from the Couch Posted by Theresa Brown on November 6, 2016

One of my favorite films is “A FACE IN THE CROWD.” Andy Griffith, Patricia Neal and Walter Matthau were wonderful. In fact, I enjoyed every one’s characterizations and Elia Kazan’s message of cynicism was spot on. Power brokers…false prophets… charlatans…snake oil salesmen and dem   read more

Flickers in Time Posted by Beatrice on June 17, 2016

A Face in the Crowd Directed by Elia Kazan Written by Budd Schulberg 1957/USA Newtown Productions Repeat viewing/Netflix rental Lonesome Rhodes: Marcia, I put my whole self into everything I do. This is must-see viewing during any U.S. political campaign but is fantastic any time. Marcia Jeffri   read more

4 Star Films Posted by 4 Star Film Fan on May 17, 2016

The Crowd is a true piece of urban Americana, setting the standard when it comes to your average everyday American. King Vidor’s film lacks big-name star power and plays on a universal story similar to Murnau’s Sunrise. Our protagonist is Johnny Sims, who was fittingly born on the 4th of   read more

4 Star Films Posted by 4 Star Film Fan on May 17, 2016

The Crowd is a true piece of urban Americana, setting the standard when it comes to your average everyday American. King Vidor’s film lacks big-name star power and plays on a universal story similar to Murnau’s Sunrise. Our protagonist is Johnny Sims, who was fittingly born on the 4th of   read more

CineMaven's Essays from the Couch Posted by Theresa Brown on June 26, 2015

I did it. I did it for History. I did not blink. I did not avoid. I did not retreat. I watched a silent movie. “THE CROWD.” WoW! What a simple epic tale of the life of a young man. I was stunned and amazed by the simple, straightforwardness of...   read more

The Man on the Flying Trapeze Posted by David on August 3, 2014

Pre-code versus post-code is the difference between a Duesenberg and a Hummer, between cafe au lait and chocolate milk, between a camisole and a union suit. Take the differences, for instance, between the 1932 film "The Crowd Roars" and the 1939 film "Indianapolis Speedway." Same story (by Howard H   read more

The Man on the Flying Trapeze Posted by David on August 3, 2014

Pre-code versus post-code is the difference between a Duesenberg and a Hummer, between cafe au lait and chocolate milk, between a camisole and a union suit. Take the differences, for instance, between the 1932 film "The Crowd Roars" and the 1939 film "Indianapolis Speedway." Same story (by Howard H   read more

The Best Picture Project Posted by Alyson on June 20, 2013

Most know Andy Griffith best from his popular show, The Andy Griffith Show, and his later years on Matlock.  However, few realize that his screen debut came in 1957 in the film by Elia Kazan, A Face in the Crowd.  Here, Griffith is a downtrodden young man found in jail...   read more

The Hitless Wonder Movie Blog Posted by Dan Day Jr. on March 20, 2013

If you have a large movie collection like me, chances are you have a couple DVDs from Alpha Home Entertainment. Alpha is a company which specializes in rare & low-budget films. Most of Alpha's product is public domain--that is, movies that are not under copyright to anyone. Because of this,...   read more

The Hitless Wonder Movie Blog Posted by Dan Day Jr. on March 20, 2013

If you have a large movie collection like me, chances are you have a couple DVDs from Alpha Home Entertainment. Alpha is a company which specializes in rare & low-budget films. Most of Alpha's product is public domain--that is, movies that are not under copyright to anyone. Because of this,...   read more

Hollywood Revue Posted by Angela on September 15, 2010

Spending some time in jail for drunk and disorderly conduct turns out to be a life altering event for Larry Rhodes (Andy Griffith).  While he’s in jail, Marcia Jeffries (Patricia Neal) stops by to broadcast her radio show and the sheriff makes a deal with Larry that he’ll be released...   read more

Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on February 19, 2010

The Crowd (1928) Silent Film. Cast: James Murray and Eleanor Boardman. Director: King Vidor. John Sims always believed that he would some day become important. Unfortunately, John's father, died young, changing John's future and his plans. By twenty one, John is working as a clerk for the Atlas   read more

Movie Classics Posted by Judy on September 16, 2008

I found it a powerful film, with wonderful acting from Cagney and Ann Dvorak in particular, and am puzzled as to why it isn’t better-known – especially as a top director like Howard Hawks was at the helm. You’d think there would be a demand for it just because of...   read more

Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Google profile on November 10, 2007

About MeBlogger, Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog and more. Please add my Google profile to your circles.   read more

Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog Posted by Google profile on October 28, 2007

About MeBlogger, Out of the Past - A Classic Film Blog and more. Please add my Google profile to your circles. "THERE'S NOTHING AS TRUSTWORTHY AS THE ORDINARY MIND - OF THE ORDINARY MAN" ~ Lonesome Rhodes The collection of truly amazing classic films, that I have yet to see,...   read more