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Death on the Nile (1978) 7/10
It’s saved by some truly great performances by great actors but kinda meanders through the story. Best part was me realizing Poirot was the voice actor for Prince John from Disney’s Aladdin.
Rad (1986) 7/10
Truly boring story/performances that’s elevated by a great soundtrack and really well shot action.
Marcel the Shell with Shoes On (2021) 9/10
This movie made me cry and really miss my grandmother.
Zatoichi and the Chest of Gold (1964) 7/10
Continuing my quest to watch them all (maybe). Was hoping for more considering the ratings but, while it’s a welcome departure from the formula, the plot is so threadbare. Only scored as high as it did because of Miyagawa’s cinematography.
Pale Flower (1964) 8/10
Pale Flower was kinda like the epitome of Noir. Super depressing, claustrophobic, a femme fatale, and a cool main character. Not what I expected and very understated compared to his other film I saw. Had higher hopes for this than it reached but still a solid movie.
There was a panel after a Marcel the Shell With Shoes On where a little girl asked Dean Fleischer Camp if he found Marcel or if he made him, he responded with "a little bit of both". It's just such a beautiful little film with so many gems
"Guess why I smile a lot?"
"Why?"
"Uh, 'cause it's worth it"
Marcel is just so genuine. Gonna have to show this movie off to people for sure.
I liked the first one, but gave up after the third. I did a similar thing a few weeks ago where I thought I was going to watch all the actress Glenda Farrell's 'Torchy' movies, but after the first three (starting with Smart Blonde), I decided it wasn't worth the time. I wish I'd done the same with Star Wars! ;-)
Oh well, I guess I better find that Zatoichi, then!
Fire Festival (#21) is also Miyagawa and directed by Musumi (Lone Wolf & Cub).
Oh no! Now I have to find them both!
Interesting mix of films!
What is the goal you're chasing?
There are like 26 Zatoichi films. Golden Chest is #6.