Howdy bystanders- I may not make the movie here on the east coast but recently caught the 1968 Dudley Moore film “30 is a dangerous age, Cynthia” on TCM. Kind of a mess, but a wonderful showcase of Moore’s talents, particularly as a comic and pianist. The film features wild flashback and fantasy scenes, kind of a “mod Walter Mitty” vibe. Particularly jarring is seeing what I can only assume was Moore’s influence on Rowan Atkinson, as there are numerous bits which seem to be Mr Bean to a T (for better or worse.) a jumbled, nonsensical film in a lot of ways but a neat watch to expand the kinds of bits that are possible in comic filmmaking.
I don’t consider SOB “late era Edwards” though. That’s how desperately I clung. I was still sitting through stuff like A Fine Mess and Switch. But yes, SOB is brilliant!!
Howdy bystanders- I may not make the movie here on the east coast but recently caught the 1968 Dudley Moore film “30 is a dangerous age, Cynthia” on TCM. Kind of a mess, but a wonderful showcase of Moore’s talents, particularly as a comic and pianist. The film features wild flashback and fantasy scenes, kind of a “mod Walter Mitty” vibe. Particularly jarring is seeing what I can only assume was Moore’s influence on Rowan Atkinson, as there are numerous bits which seem to be Mr Bean to a T (for better or worse.) a jumbled, nonsensical film in a lot of ways but a neat watch to expand the kinds of bits that are possible in comic filmmaking.
My finger is on the play button.
42?!! I will start drinking myself now.
Can’t make it tonight, but I’m looking forward to more of these in the future! Big Blake Edwards fan btw
[I jumped out my window because of the soundtrack.]
Yes henry Mancini has something to answer for with this one
Also, if you find yourself on a late era Edwards kick, Skin Deep is the way to go!
What do you think of SOB?
I love it!
There are many scenes filmed on Montana Avenue, where I walk/bike all the time. I saw SOB at a theater on that very street. Many changes in 40 years.
I don’t consider SOB “late era Edwards” though. That’s how desperately I clung. I was still sitting through stuff like A Fine Mess and Switch. But yes, SOB is brilliant!!
You are indeed a diehard!
It’s not something I’m proud of
Stand up and be counted and we'll start working on the Blake Flag