Night and Day

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Dallas H Does anyone know if Jim Broadbent's performance as Harold Zidler in Moulin Rouge (2001) was inspired by Monty Woolley? The similarities between the two's general appearance and vocal deliveries got me wondering about a plausible connection between them. This biopic about Cole Porter is a nice little diddy, clearly draped in the usual studio production style of the '40s. Maybe I am more partial to the 2004 biopic De-Lovely, starring Kevin Kline and Ashley Judd. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 09/12/23 Full Review David K Passable for the music. I'm not sure how much they can step around the whole Cole Porter was gay issue, but they do. I wonder if audiences in 1946 had any clue about Mr. Porter's sexual orientation, but looking at the film 77 years later, it's should be obvious to today's viewers. It's rare that I can say Cary Grant is miscast but that is the case in this film. Alexis Smith is not though I prefer her work in Noir. Finally, these classic tunes do come off flat with their treatment here. But, it passes the time. Rated 2.5/5 Stars •  Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 05/05/23 Full Review steve d Only if you pretend it isn't Porter will you have fun. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review Annette C Purely fictional account of Cole Porter's life. Great music. Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 04/13/18 Full Review W. W. W As a biography of Cole Porter, it is mostly untruthful. But as a fictional musical, its historical perspectives in music are interesting. And the performances are commendable. Rated 2.5/5 Stars •  Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 08/12/24 Full Review Audience Member I can assure you the pleasure is all yours. Cole Porter is a Yale graduate composer who initially struggles to get on his feet, and finds true love during his struggles; but when his career takes off, it takes off with a bang and leads to him leaving true love by the wayside. Cole will need to make some tough decisions, and if he makes the wrong ones, may regret his direction in life. "All you have to do is be amusing and don't say a word." Michael Curtiz, director of Casablanca, White Christmas, Mildred Pierce, We're No Angels, Mildred Pierce, Yankee Doodle Dandee, Santa Fe, and The Sea Wolf, delivers Night and Day. The storyline for this picture is excellent and very well told. The settings, story, and acting were all perfect. The cast includes Cary Grant, Alexis Smith, Monty Woolley, Jane Wyman, and Eve Arden. "What's wrong with him?" "He probably wants to be alone. Haven't you ever wanted to be alone?" "Yeah...but with somebody." I randomly came across this Curtiz/Grant collaboration and had to DVR it. This was a brilliant picture and a very underrated addition to the genre. I loved the evolution of Grant's character and the pace of the film is perfect (as is the conclusion). I strongly recommend seeing this picture. "Don't forget to share him for Christmas." Grade: A- Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/19/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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