21. The Grapes of Wrath (1940) – This is the ultimate American story about the great depression. It is well directed and has some real moments of gold. But for all that it can be quite dull and dreary. — 22. 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) – A true masterpiece, yet I still find it […]
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AFI Recap: #21 – #30
September 17, 2010Film Club Review – Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
July 22, 2010I don’t know why its taken me so long to watch this movie. I suppose its just one of those that fell through the cracks. But man am I sure glad I watched it now. I was one of the first collaborations between Frank Capra and Jimmy Stewart and dealt very coherently and intelligently with […]