I noted in an earlier (cached) version, you had the novel "Chasing Carole" as related reading, and wanted to comment that it's a very good, albeit fictionalized, view of Carole Lombard's life and times.
Thanks Claire for your comment and the information. Who do you think are our current day Carole Lombard and William Powell (in style and feel) and have we seen movies that are representative of economic issues being faced in this country now?
I don't think we have a modern version of Lombard and Powell, and I don't think one will find a more scathing look at economic issues than My Man Godfrey, its relevance for today is interesting – given the ever-growing gaps between classes. I don't think modern filmmakers have even tried to take on the situation the way "Godfrey' did.
Yes Claire, I'v not heard on seen anything about a film on this subject. I know it is making interesting reading (lots of books) and I would love to see a good film maker tackle the subject. I have the feeling that we are witnessing something truly incredible and that it would make a great film.
It would – perhaps it's time for a revival of My Man Godfrey. "Chasing Carole" takes a pretty close look at those times, in the context of the stars of thirties (and we'll never see their like again). The contrasts are interesting, it's probably what got me interested in what I'm witnessing today, the stories my parents told were just that, boring stories of an era long gone, no relevance to my life. Ah, the arrogance of the young, I should have paid attention. Have you read the book, Mr. Martin? It's not Pultizer Prize literature, but it's a pretty good read overall. Thank you replying to my posts, I appreciate the courtesy, Claire
I noted in an earlier (cached) version, you had the novel "Chasing Carole" as related reading, and wanted to comment that it's a very good, albeit fictionalized, view of Carole Lombard's life and times.
Thanks Claire for your comment and the information. Who do you think are our current day Carole Lombard and William Powell (in style and feel) and have we seen movies that are representative of economic issues being faced in this country now?
Hi Mr.Martin,
I don't think we have a modern version of Lombard and Powell, and I don't think one will find a more scathing look at economic issues than My Man Godfrey, its relevance for today is interesting – given the ever-growing gaps between classes. I don't think modern filmmakers have even tried to take on the situation the way "Godfrey' did.
Yes Claire, I'v not heard on seen anything about a film on this subject. I know it is making interesting reading (lots of books) and I would love to see a good film maker tackle the subject. I have the feeling that we are witnessing something truly incredible and that it would make a great film.
It would – perhaps it's time for a revival of My Man Godfrey. "Chasing Carole" takes a pretty close look at those times, in the context of the stars of thirties (and we'll never see their like again). The contrasts are interesting, it's probably what got me interested in what I'm witnessing today, the stories my parents told were just that, boring stories of an era long gone, no relevance to my life. Ah, the arrogance of the young, I should have paid attention. Have you read the book, Mr. Martin? It's not Pultizer Prize literature, but it's a pretty good read overall. Thank you replying to my posts, I appreciate the courtesy, Claire
Hi Claire, thanks for the book recommendation. I will place on my list. Stay tune, we appreciate your following us and your feedback.
Bob