Most recent public comments by Albi Kallashi https://nowcomment.com/users/23567 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=640311 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=640311 Watching a split screen film like this you have to pay attention a lot, because its easy to miss events happening in fast pace, you have to watch twice this film to fully appreciate the amount of work put into it. it would be hard for the average viewer to get used to this technique. Fri, 16 Dec 2016 14:26:48 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=636013 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=636013 Adding on to the Hollywood approach, Almost always there is romance & melodrama, good vs evil. Sun, 11 Dec 2016 15:50:59 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=636012 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=636012 By single screen camera, i assume you mean using the entire screen for each segment of the film. One thing I liked about Franco's way of shooting was the multiple use of hand camera. By using a hand camera, he can rally pull the audience into and make them a part of that scene. Fri, 09 Dec 2016 12:45:43 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=635958 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=635958 I believed the film. The way it was shot in terms of cinematography, scene sequence, cast, shooting locations, authentic accents, did enhance the novel for me. Mon, 12 Dec 2016 07:21:29 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=635942 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=635942 Not just the split screen segments, but also the language accent. Its authenticity makes it hard for the average audiance to engage, I had to put on subtitles. Sun, 11 Dec 2016 15:45:49 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=635939 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=635939 Yes, not so easy to understand everything with the split screen technique. But I do think put that novel on a screen it's not an easy task to do, they way Faulkner creates a scene with his words it's impossible to imitate into screen, especially this one. Think about the horse scene, as much of a good job Franco did, not so closes to novel world. Fri, 09 Dec 2016 08:31:34 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=635938 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=635938 Yes you must have read the novel and perhaps watch the movie more than once since sometimes it's hard witch screen side to focus on, and pay attention Sat, 10 Dec 2016 16:53:24 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=635932 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=635932 Sounds correct, manipulation of time was only a difference of seconds on the spit screen, other than that there were a few flashbacks, for example the mother conceiving Jules Fri, 09 Dec 2016 08:23:06 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=634568 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=634568 Two main things of Hollywood approach movie evolves around a main character usually a big star Movie has to have a good ending Sun, 11 Dec 2016 15:50:59 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=630643 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=630643 No doubt, this is a decenterd film, covering multiple points of views in a parallel way. Sun, 11 Dec 2016 16:05:01 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=630599 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=630599 Yes I would agree that it allows us to understand it the film better this way, although I have to say without reading the novel and have a few information about it prior to viewing the film, It would still be a difficult movie to watch. Sat, 10 Dec 2016 16:53:24 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=630519 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56433?scroll_to=630519 Franco's technique of using split screen is his best interpretation of putting a complex novel with no main character into film. Split screen allows the viewer to connect with each character at ath same level instead of using a Hollywood approach. By doing this he introduces different point of view at the same time but also playing with time. Thu, 27 Apr 2023 16:01:19 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628862 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628862 Good Answer, Jones does make the film quite more interesting, otherwise it could have been a more boring movie. Sat, 03 Dec 2016 08:09:23 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628861 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628861 Film ending was different from novel, I the movie you would assume he just left the family and that life behind him, but in the novel it didn't seem like he had an option, his father and brother got shot or died, and him walking to the woods Sat, 03 Dec 2016 08:01:48 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628860 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628860 I thought then film was ok, Tommy Lee Jones was great as Abe Snopes I feel like he carried the entire film, and maybe because he was so good the focus was on him esteem of his son. But I could see how it could get boring at parts, also it was a 40min film so it's the plot couldn't develop much more. Sat, 03 Dec 2016 08:08:13 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628845 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628845 I believe his character showes more hope that the father will change instead of fear, he stands his ground at the end of the novel & film and gives in his father causing his death or at least shooting Tue, 06 Dec 2016 07:26:02 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628486 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628486 Exactly, plus the presence of both characters was equally distributed between the two charachters, Abe & Sart, Which made easier to transition the main focus and allow This credible actor cary the film. Thu, 01 Dec 2016 21:32:24 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628482 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628482 In the Novel we view the story through Sarty's eyes, however the film is focus around Tommy Lee Jones as the main character. I believe that may have happened due to the actors strong presence and acting skills. His portrayal of Abe Snopes was powerful and captivating. Mon, 05 Dec 2016 07:22:10 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628478 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628478 Very well said, Every time he burns a burn and they have to move to a different town, Sarty hopes that the last time, but same story keeps following, until Sarty gives an end to it. Thu, 01 Dec 2016 21:23:36 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628474 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628474 the scene where Abe Snopes wipes his shoes full of dirt on his landlords rug is a pivotal moment. It shows that Abe hates the rich, and he is just looking for reasons to burn their barn, in order to get even. Perhaps getting even for Abe was a compromise for his miserable life. Sat, 17 Dec 2016 08:31:09 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628472 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56429?scroll_to=628472 There are 2 crucial moment on the film & novel where Sarty's loyalty to his father and family is proven. First, we can see him fighting another boy for offending his father and calling him barn burner, second in the novel Sarty has a moment where he contemplates whether running away or giving the flammable material to his father and choses to help his father. Fri, 16 Dec 2016 16:21:27 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56428?scroll_to=620606 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56428?scroll_to=620606 I believe what Faulkner was referring to when calling it an honest film, was that the adaptability of the novel to film didn't feel over the top. Even though a melodramatic film it never fells that it goes over the edge with it. Thu, 17 Nov 2016 22:26:35 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56428?scroll_to=620598 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56428?scroll_to=620598 Giving the reporter a name, gives more emphasis to his character. Allows the film audience to identify him as one of the main actors and gives his role more importance. Thu, 17 Nov 2016 22:16:15 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56418?scroll_to=612645 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56418?scroll_to=612645 Both films had a similar setting. Intruder in the Dust was mostly shot at interior space, for example Jailhouse, lawyers office, barber shot etc. The Reivers had many scenes shot in the exterior in rural areas, until they arrive in Memphis. Fri, 04 Nov 2016 11:05:21 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56418?scroll_to=612602 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56418?scroll_to=612602 The more i watched the film the more i realized a part of this film is a coming of age film. We see Chick a child taking control over the situation and believing Lucas is innocent when nobody else wanted to. The message for me was that the hope to a change relies on the new generations. Fri, 04 Nov 2016 10:52:03 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56418?scroll_to=612594 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56418?scroll_to=612594 I believe Bruce Kawin called intruder in the dust best Faulkner movie, is because how complete it is. The film is so authentically made creating a suspense throughout the entire film and capturing the audiences interest. For me as a viewer, i felt there was not one false note. Two important characteristics of the film were the shooting on location, and delivery of a strong message that was important. Fri, 04 Nov 2016 10:45:26 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56417?scroll_to=597017 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56417?scroll_to=597017 Because even though he kills people and doesn't do his job as instructed, he still has to be the good guy and the film has to develop around him, Thu, 27 Apr 2023 16:01:18 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56417?scroll_to=597016 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56417?scroll_to=597016 This line shows Marlow as an upfront character that is not afraid t to intimidate his bosses daughter, but also that he has a sense of humor Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:38 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56417?scroll_to=597015 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56417?scroll_to=597015 I believe this happens due to the complexity of the movie genre, and specifically to this as it gets quite confusing at certain parts. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:38 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56417?scroll_to=592168 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56417?scroll_to=592168 In the big sleep, Bogart's character is even more playful than the one on to have and have not. He can flirt and drink his way out very charmingly from any situation. Fri, 16 Dec 2016 20:17:11 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56417?scroll_to=592140 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56417?scroll_to=592140 Complicated, captivating & long Thu, 15 Dec 2016 14:40:31 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56416?scroll_to=589856 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56416?scroll_to=589856 That's true. I remember having a conversation in class where audience wouldn't go to the movies if they had a depressing ending. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:38 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56416?scroll_to=589661 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56416?scroll_to=589661 There is a big difference between the novel and the film, and i assume it had to be that way because of studio profit and film audience preference. To begin with the story is very different, in the novel Harry ends up getting involved because of the harsh times of the century and he had to support his wife and two daughters. Furthermore, in the novel Harry loses his arm due to a the shooting. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:38 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56416?scroll_to=589660 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56416?scroll_to=589660 Regarding the dialogue between Bogart and Bacall its very metaphorical and playful. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:38 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56416?scroll_to=589659 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56416?scroll_to=589659 Depending on the emotion the cinematographer is trying to bring on screen, different techniques will apply. Close up scenes and non diagetic music creating some melodrame is an example. Thu, 15 Dec 2016 14:32:35 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56416?scroll_to=589658 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56416?scroll_to=589658 The style of the film is "Noir", There is a little bit of gangsters involved in the film, shot black and white, also there are multiple shots of window shades Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:38 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56415?scroll_to=585941 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56415?scroll_to=585941 Ethos is a Greek word meaning the spirit of a culture or a community. I think we can understand the ethos of the Boss when he decides what the right punishment will be for him as he remembers his own times when he was breaking the rules, and paying for his mistakes. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:38 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56415?scroll_to=585940 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56415?scroll_to=585940 Right couldn't agree more, i mean it was a brothel i couldn't have imagined it existed. It was interested to see Corrie being inspired by Lucius, i think she was impressed with his manners and his maturity, as she was looking up to him. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:37 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56415?scroll_to=585939 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56415?scroll_to=585939 In "The Reivers" the film portrays the brothel as someone visited their aunts house, they have dinner as a family, and they have guest rooms for little children just in case, it looked like quite the experience i have to say. On the other hand, in "The Story of Temple Drake" Brothel was portrayed as somewhat darker, there was no silver lining to Temples life as she had to become another southern bell, no place for kids for sure. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:37 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56415?scroll_to=585937 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56415?scroll_to=585937 Watching the film after reading the novel, the hell creek scene seems quite short. One of the differences i noticed is that in the film the hell creek scene comes as an accident, while in the novel Boon had talked about it on the way there. Furthermore in the novel Lucius was in the mud as well helping instead of being in the car. Wed, 09 Nov 2016 07:27:01 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56415?scroll_to=585936 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56415?scroll_to=585936 We can see the Idea of the gentleman in the film in a few scenes. For instance when lucius hears from the other boy that Corey is a whore he fights for her as he feels she is insulted. Furthermore we can see a gentleman behavior from lucius every time he meets new person. The novel creates a better understanding not only of his behavior as a gentlemen but also the values he has in such young age that distinct him from the other men, there is a feeling as he is the mature and not Boon. Sat, 10 Dec 2016 00:34:17 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56412?scroll_to=570007 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56412?scroll_to=570007 I wouldn't say flashbacks were nescessary, quite the opposite. The story was implemented straight forward, in a sense that no further information were needed to be shown from flashbacks. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:37 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56412?scroll_to=569739 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56412?scroll_to=569739 i agree, without a clipped dialogue i think Gary Cooper would have been the lead actor in the film. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:37 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56412?scroll_to=569724 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56412?scroll_to=569724 Crawford's thoughts may have been that her character didn't have as much importance as the men roles without a clipped dialogue. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:37 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56412?scroll_to=569678 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56412?scroll_to=569678 Hey Polina, i think Hawks was more passionate about the artistic side more than the financial. I Believe his intentions of not allowing Faulkner flashbacks was because they never worked together before, maybe he was cautious because of his lack of experience Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:37 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56412?scroll_to=569673 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56412?scroll_to=569673 As we are informed from the above passage, no flashbacks seems to be the will of Hawks. I believe a reason for that is the inexperience if Faulkner as a screenwriter Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:37 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56411?scroll_to=559125 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56411?scroll_to=559125 My thoughts about it are similar to yours. So many years after, the industry is not all that different. Nowadays you still have plenty of blockbusters films with terrible writing making huge profit just because of its fan base. Back then you had actors with large fan base. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:37 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56411?scroll_to=559123 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56411?scroll_to=559123 I wouldn't say he sold himself to the devil, after all he had dependents to take care of. Money doesn't have to be evil,He went from a writer to a screen writer, not such a big difference. I believe Faulkner really enjoyed working as a screenwriter, as he ended up being somewhat successful in the industry. Mon, 12 Dec 2016 07:22:45 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56411?scroll_to=559093 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56411?scroll_to=559093 I agree Guang Xing Li, obviously the Studios had to make money, and the stars were the cash-cows of the business at that time, also we should take into account technology. Today you have 100s of review websites that can kill a movie before it even plays in the cinemas. Back in the day you didn't have that, People just trusted previous work of Actors Fri, 16 Dec 2016 01:26:53 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56411?scroll_to=559091 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56411?scroll_to=559091 Faulkner moving to Hollywood might initially have been of financial reasons, however he would soon find a career in screenplay writing. His screen-writing debut starts with a war short Story “turn about”. With Howard hawks as the Director attached to the project, Faulkner enters himself into what would be a successful collaboration in movie making. Starting with his own short story, a decade after Faulkner would get himself job security after his popular work on Ernest Hemingway's novel directed by Hawks. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:37 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56411?scroll_to=559061 https://nowcomment.com/documents/56411?scroll_to=559061 The reason i would give for that order is simply because studios have to primarily make profit from all their films if possible. It also appears profit came from that order, First you had the studio bosses making decisions, then you had big star actors attracting a large amount of viewers, and lastly writers Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:35:37 -0400