tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post4602406836825748926..comments2024-03-24T04:12:24.783-04:00Comments on A PERSON IN THE DARK: Carole Lombard - Twentieth Century - What Goes Good With Ham?FlickChickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17351624749230610755noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-12030622539021151152011-10-25T10:07:00.416-04:002011-10-25T10:07:00.416-04:00Too much screaming, too much talking. This film wa...Too much screaming, too much talking. This film was a labour to get through. Great cast, fantastic director, some very funny lines but a chore to watch.Reel Popcorn Junkiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05159234563402927918noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-56964717341237121812011-10-09T19:22:04.050-04:002011-10-09T19:22:04.050-04:00Rachel - Henry & Eliza with sex (and a train)-...Rachel - Henry & Eliza with sex (and a train)- that is great! Thanks for liking my post.FlickChickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17351624749230610755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-12128660878684517592011-10-09T18:06:43.980-04:002011-10-09T18:06:43.980-04:00One thing I liked about this film was the casual w...One thing I liked about this film was the casual way it reveals that Jaffe and Lily are sleeping together but makes it clear that it isn't romance that gives them a thrill. They'll just never have a better audience than each other. It's like Henry Higgins and Eliza, except with sex, trains, and a lot more screaming.<br /><br />Wonderful post, FlickChick, even by your high standards.Aubynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00446079492480611898noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-66138355943250281372011-10-07T16:19:12.487-04:002011-10-07T16:19:12.487-04:00Hey Page - thank you! I know this film featured Ca...Hey Page - thank you! I know this film featured Carole at the beginning of her comdic rise, but it's my favorite. She and JB were just sublime!FlickChickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17351624749230610755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-390112458280136322011-10-07T15:51:46.974-04:002011-10-07T15:51:46.974-04:00FlickChick,
The way you described this film was p...FlickChick, <br />The way you described this film was perfection! Barrymore, I can only imagine being cast opposite him. I suspect though while some actresses would be full of nerves, Carole would not have been fazed in the slightest.<br /><br />I haven't seen this little gem in quite awhile but your colorful description of it makes me want to revisit it!<br /><br />A fun contribution to the Carole-tennial.<br />PagePagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15063277863578004836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-41487422716856178222011-10-07T12:43:15.432-04:002011-10-07T12:43:15.432-04:00The script is just hilarious. It really elevates t...The script is just hilarious. It really elevates the film into the relam of classic - well, that and JB & Carole, too!FlickChickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17351624749230610755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-32621656912804457082011-10-07T11:25:16.206-04:002011-10-07T11:25:16.206-04:00One of my all-time favorites. "I close the i...One of my all-time favorites. "I close the iron door!" Fell hopelessly in love with both Carole and Jack after watching it. ^_^Flapper Flickers + Silent Stanzashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17519672156109642104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-48899302645856429842011-10-07T06:24:15.721-04:002011-10-07T06:24:15.721-04:00Thanks, Inge - it's a fun one!Thanks, Inge - it's a fun one!FlickChickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17351624749230610755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-9681115972449338532011-10-07T05:40:27.590-04:002011-10-07T05:40:27.590-04:00Wonderful post about a fabulous film!Wonderful post about a fabulous film!Inge Greguschhttp://ingegregusch.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-84391661455593393782011-10-07T05:22:40.416-04:002011-10-07T05:22:40.416-04:00Kim - I avoided it to - as I tend not to like fran...Kim - I avoided it to - as I tend not to like frantic films, but the supporting cast is so good and they are such a great balance to the 2 leads that it creates quite a lovely train ride.FlickChickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17351624749230610755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-60784570330988316882011-10-07T05:21:38.081-04:002011-10-07T05:21:38.081-04:00Thank you, Becky. This movie really is JB's sh...Thank you, Becky. This movie really is JB's show, but a fine showcase for Carole. It was a great part and she ran with it. They had great chemistry.FlickChickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17351624749230610755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-63566031111881485562011-10-07T05:20:29.322-04:002011-10-07T05:20:29.322-04:00Lady Eve- that was actually my inspiration for wri...Lady Eve- that was actually my inspiration for writing this post. I was a little stumped until I cam across that perfect description!FlickChickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17351624749230610755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-56742247664032626742011-10-07T01:59:11.290-04:002011-10-07T01:59:11.290-04:00For years I ignored this film and then one day dec...For years I ignored this film and then one day decided to watch it and what a delight it was. You're quite right about Lombard matching Barrymore in this film. Both were hilarious in their roles. When people ask me what are some of the best films that take place on a train I always mention this one. Enjoyed reading your review.Kimberly J.M. Wilsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09078951928157843937noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-17166532814925845132011-10-07T00:15:14.481-04:002011-10-07T00:15:14.481-04:00FlickChick, you really gave a good picture of Barr...FlickChick, you really gave a good picture of Barrymore on his way out and Carole on her way in -- and did it with humor and pathos. That impressed me. It's been a while since I saw this movie, but I remember liking it so much. when Barrymore pulled himself together, he was just wonderful, and Carole was a great foil for him. Boy is that white dress she wears in your first "favorite scene" an absolute knockout!<br /><br />You really summed up the acting of both performers perfectly: "(Carole)...takes a page from the master, asserts herself right into the center of things and gives the old boy a real run for his money. And like the old thoroughbred he is, he ups his game to the finish line."<br /><br />Excellent post!ClassicBeckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03591715859057540467noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-2381651091871140002011-10-06T22:34:12.443-04:002011-10-06T22:34:12.443-04:00FlickChick - Love that you Googled to find out &qu...FlickChick - Love that you Googled to find out "what goes good with ham?" - a great opening for a great contribution to VP's blogathon...The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-68228490574753463422011-10-06T21:06:54.319-04:002011-10-06T21:06:54.319-04:00That would have been fun getting in trouble for! :...That would have been fun getting in trouble for! :)FlickChickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17351624749230610755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-17320657042144612152011-10-06T21:05:06.399-04:002011-10-06T21:05:06.399-04:00True that, FlickChick. Only the chemistry between ...True that, FlickChick. Only the chemistry between the two of you would probably have made the Hayes board too uncomfortable.Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15532386898201721692noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-10071243946375328032011-10-06T20:44:41.084-04:002011-10-06T20:44:41.084-04:00Thanks, Laura. I really love them together. I have...Thanks, Laura. I really love them together. I have a real soft spot for JB, so when he;s good, I'm ga ga! Carole keeps pace with him, but I know I could have done a better job!FlickChickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17351624749230610755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-63330010674513180022011-10-06T20:35:42.609-04:002011-10-06T20:35:42.609-04:00This might just be my favorite screwball comedy. T...This might just be my favorite screwball comedy. The chemistry between Lombard and Barrymore is magnetic. Wonderful review!<br /><br />And I never knew Barrymore said that about Lombard! Man, if I'd been her, I'd have been high for weeks off that comment!Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15532386898201721692noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-41095039591515523352011-10-06T19:52:16.653-04:002011-10-06T19:52:16.653-04:00Wasn't she? Effortless chic and the lightest o...Wasn't she? Effortless chic and the lightest of spirits.FlickChickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17351624749230610755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-7909030401260817132011-10-06T19:48:33.522-04:002011-10-06T19:48:33.522-04:00Happy Birthday, Carole. You could walk in today a...Happy Birthday, Carole. You could walk in today and feel quite comfortable. You were so hip and modern.Robin@DecoratingTennisGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09896928242190026852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-48847456741487174262011-10-06T18:49:00.366-04:002011-10-06T18:49:00.366-04:00Thanks, Vince. I'm off now to read the others....Thanks, Vince. I'm off now to read the others.FlickChickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17351624749230610755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143901229925085760.post-14435186385656183292011-10-06T18:44:42.518-04:002011-10-06T18:44:42.518-04:00Lombard always appreciated what Barrymore did for ...Lombard always appreciated what Barrymore did for her. Three years later, when she was a full-fledged star and drink had caused Barrymore's career to decline, she made sure he received a supporting part (and third billing) in "True Confession," what would be her final film made at Paramount.<br /><br />A nice entry, and a wonderful contribution to "Carole-tennial(+3)!"VP81955https://www.blogger.com/profile/11792390726196611188noreply@blogger.com