Tubbs’s Film Reviews

8089 Films have been rated or reviewed by Tubbs.

Red River (1948): You suspect it was originally written for the stage as there were 97 campfire scenes – the cowboys chewing the cud leaving little for the cows they were looking after. The screenplay was too long but the stampede scene was well worth the wait.
Saving Grace (2000): Its strength is in the casting – fans of British Television and film will more than likely find one of their favourite actors in this. For me, there are delightful cameos from Leslie Phillips as the vicar and Ken Campbell as the police sergeant.
Honey (2004): The dance segments are worth watching.
Producers, The (1968): The comedy writing is very consistent from the first scene to the last and is built on an original idea. The cast is spot on and they make the most of the larger than life characters.; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Au Revoir Les Enfants (1987): It has the time and the place spot on. The screenplay, particularly the terrific ending, does not appear to have been embellished in any way and is very believable.
Life Is A Bed Of Roses (1983): It is one of those films that when you get comfortable you are thrown something from left field just to disturb you on principle. It probably needs a second watch to get full value from its screenplay. Full marks for its freshness of ideas though.
Seventh Seal, The (1957): What I admire most about this film is that it has no bells and whistles. For example, Death is in a simple costume & simple makeup but is unforgettable. The screenwriting is terrific & will never date plus the top photography makes this a memorable film.
All That Jazz (1979): Fosse depicts himself as a hands on person – in his private life as well as a choreographer. The dance numbers were okay but not memorable.
God's Country (1985): 35 years on it has some value as a time capsule.
Farewell, My Lovely (1975): Mitchum looks the part and is perfectly cast both as the lead and the voice over. The screenplay and script are solid and the period details are well catered for. Sylvia Miles shines when called upon.

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