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Tarzan in Manhattan (1989)
One of the funniest films ever - though not sure that was intended
This film is hilarious. It takes the tarzan character and moves him to New York in search of his missing monkey friend, to do a whole fish out of water plot line, as well as the usual good vs evil thing that seems to be present in most films these days, and obviously the obligatory love story.
Tony Curtis, though it should go without saying, is absolutely superb in it. The overacting involved in his part really just makes his role so funny. He plays the ex cop father of the love interest who occasionally masquerades as a main part, and adds a touch of (intended) humour to the film.
Everyone should watch it at least once just for the experience, and as it is the perfect TV movie it should be on somewhere soon!
Boeing, Boeing (1965)
An excellent film, with two of the greats as the leading men
In my mind Jerry Lewis and Tony Curtis are two of the best actors of that era, and they both bring to this film a star quality, which I don't think the film could do without. Jerry Lewis proving himself to actually be a good actor without having to resort to over the top slapstick. And I really don't think I need to say anything about the greatness that Tony brings.
The plot though kind of cute isn't all that, and I suppose nowadays is considered to be quite politically incorrect. However the plot is secondary to the interactions between the two main characters and the housekeeper which is really what the film is about.
I used to watch this film on a very regular basis, and I would encourage everyone else to do the same!
Twice Round the Daffodils (1962)
A heartwarming Carry On esque film
This is a lovely film, that always makes me feel all happy and warm inside by the end. It is a very gentle comedy starring some familiar stars from the Carry On dynasty. There is nothing too threatening involved and the characters are all very easy to warm to.
The location in a TB sanitorium does add depth to the film which takes it just that touch above a regular carry on film. The title refers to the touching idea that when you start to get better you can venture forth in the open air more. And the sign that you are almost well again is when you are allowed to walk round the daffodils twice.
When watching this film, it is important to just go with it and enjoy it for what it is - a true classic!
Popeye (1980)
The second scariest film ever!
Now I loved the cartoon, I love Robin Williams (most of the time), and so I thought yeah I can watch this! However I was sadly mistaken. Not only was it not good - which normally wouldn't have been a problem as I love quite a few crappy films - but it was scary.
I have to say that it wasn't just one bit in particular that I was terrified of, it was most of it. Besides the inevitable weird results when converting a cartoon or comic strip to life, the sets and costumes were weird to say the least. Robin himself scared the life out of me every time he uttered a word! But worst of all was one of the fight bits with Bluto where his hands whirl round continually hitting him. That image still haunts me today!
I do think though that it is worth seeing but only if your mental state can handle the surrealness of the film - mine definitely couldn't cope with anymore after that!
Li'l Abner (1959)
The scariest film ever!!
Forget about the exorcist, poltergeist etc the technicolour splendour that is this film has always made me hide behind the sofa more than any other - even more than Popeye! Whether it is just the cringeworthyness of the whole thing or something to do with the weird fantasy land they live in, where their clothes are extremely bright and designedly ripped and the sets look like cardboard - it definitely scares me!
Having said that - I still think that everyone should see it at least once in their life. It is definitely something to experience! Remember though to make sure you have something to hide behind in case the scariness gets too much for you!