Is it just me, or... - Britmovie

Brian Brandt · 03-12-2003, 09:15 PM

...do other people do this too. Movies used to use a device to advance the plot which consisted of showing a newspaper headline (ROCKY DIES YELLOW!).

In the few seconds it's on the screen, I like to look at the other stories.

Lisa-Lou · 04-12-2003, 01:28 AM

Hi Brian! :)

I'm always interested in the papers characters are reading and that includes old TV programmes too, I get so frustrated that the scene never lasts long enough or the actor puts the paper down! In some cases were they real papers of that day's shooting or purposely printed? It's always intrigued me - Have you ever tried reading the Simpson's newspaper-flashes besides the main headline, very funny.

So you are not the only person who does this, don't feel weird!

Love L.L.X

Steve Crook · 04-12-2003, 11:42 PM

That's what freeze-frame on the video is for :)

But often while I'm watching a film in a cinema I wish I could say to the projectionist "Hang on, can you go back & show that bit again"

smudge · 05-12-2003, 07:56 AM

LMAO !

People are the same the world over....!

Good, I say.

Lisa-Lou · 06-12-2003, 02:08 AM

Oh I know about freeze-fame and I've tried it! But on my video it's always so fuzzy!! And anyway, if the film you are watching is "live" as such it's just a challenge to see how fast you can move your eyes! LOL!!

Love LLX

Steve Crook · 07-12-2003, 01:59 AM

And it's amazing how much you see on these old films when you see them on a big screen. Remember, that's how they were made to be seen.

Even a film you've seen many times on video or DVD, even on a "big" screen, you see so much more when it fills your field of vision. So, whenever you get the chance, do ho and see them at a cinema.

MikeA · 07-12-2003, 01:44 PM

The experience is just so different isn't it? Seeing old movies "as they were meant to be seen" can be an awe-inspiring experience. I remember years ago I got the opportunity to watch a favourite film - Black Narcissus (one of your favourites too I imagine, Steve!) - on a big screen. I was bowled over by the combined effect of the colour, the music and the dramatic tension, all coming right at you at the same time, especially during the climax.

Steve Crook · 07-12-2003, 01:52 PM

A favourite example of what I mean Mike. It's when those mountains fill your field of view and it feels like you're going to fall down that precipitous drop below the bell tower :)

OK yes, so we know they're just painted, but they are so well done, better than any CGI. I saw it recently at The Arts Club in London and those views got a round of applause from the artists present.

The other scene I love on the big screen in Black Narcissus is Sister Clodagh's first flashback, when she's fishing in the Irish lough. The glistening reflections on the water dance around beautifully to frame Deborah Kerr standing there in her gingham shirt.

MikeA · 07-12-2003, 02:14 PM

What can I say? I couldn't agree with you more, Steve.

Yes, I've always thought that flashback was particularly effective in providing a real contrast to the life Sister Clodagh is now living.

I could prattle on for hours - but perhaps I should be talking about this on your own excellent P & P site.

03-12-2003, 09:15 PM	#1
Brian Brandt Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Lansdale, PA Posts: 82 Country: iTrader: (0)	Is it just me, or... ...do other people do this too. Movies used to use a device to advance the plot which consisted of showing a newspaper headline (ROCKY DIES YELLOW!). In the few seconds it's on the screen, I like to look at the other stories.

04-12-2003, 01:28 AM	#2
Lisa-Lou Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 11 iTrader: (0)	Hi Brian! :) I'm always interested in the papers characters are reading and that includes old TV programmes too, I get so frustrated that the scene never lasts long enough or the actor puts the paper down! In some cases were they real papers of that day's shooting or purposely printed? It's always intrigued me - Have you ever tried reading the Simpson's newspaper-flashes besides the main headline, very funny. So you are not the only person who does this, don't feel weird! Love L.L.X __________________ Just Me Really!

04-12-2003, 11:42 PM	#3
Steve Crook Moderator Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: London Posts: 8,947 Country: iTrader: (1)	That's what freeze-frame on the video is for :) But often while I'm watching a film in a cinema I wish I could say to the projectionist "Hang on, can you go back & show that bit again" __________________ Steve Crook PaPAS

05-12-2003, 07:56 AM	#4
smudge Moderator Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 3,082 Country: iTrader: (10)	LMAO ! People are the same the world over....! Good, I say. __________________ Welcome to my house. Enter freely, and of your own will...

06-12-2003, 02:08 AM	#5
Lisa-Lou Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 11 iTrader: (0)	Oh I know about freeze-fame and I've tried it! But on my video it's always so fuzzy!! And anyway, if the film you are watching is "live" as such it's just a challenge to see how fast you can move your eyes! LOL!! Love LLX __________________ Just Me Really!

07-12-2003, 01:59 AM	#6
Steve Crook Moderator Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: London Posts: 8,947 Country: iTrader: (1)	And it's amazing how much you see on these old films when you see them on a big screen. Remember, that's how they were made to be seen. Even a film you've seen many times on video or DVD, even on a "big" screen, you see so much more when it fills your field of vision. So, whenever you get the chance, do ho and see them at a cinema. __________________ Steve Crook PaPAS

07-12-2003, 01:44 PM	#7
MikeA Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: East Harptree Posts: 58 Country: iTrader: (0)	The experience is just so different isn't it? Seeing old movies "as they were meant to be seen" can be an awe-inspiring experience. I remember years ago I got the opportunity to watch a favourite film - Black Narcissus (one of your favourites too I imagine, Steve!) - on a big screen. I was bowled over by the combined effect of the colour, the music and the dramatic tension, all coming right at you at the same time, especially during the climax. __________________ .....mine has gin in it.....

07-12-2003, 01:52 PM	#8
Steve Crook Moderator Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: London Posts: 8,947 Country: iTrader: (1)	A favourite example of what I mean Mike. It's when those mountains fill your field of view and it feels like you're going to fall down that precipitous drop below the bell tower :) OK yes, so we know they're just painted, but they are so well done, better than any CGI. I saw it recently at The Arts Club in London and those views got a round of applause from the artists present. The other scene I love on the big screen in Black Narcissus is Sister Clodagh's first flashback, when she's fishing in the Irish lough. The glistening reflections on the water dance around beautifully to frame Deborah Kerr standing there in her gingham shirt. __________________ Steve Crook PaPAS

07-12-2003, 02:14 PM	#9
MikeA Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: East Harptree Posts: 58 Country: iTrader: (0)	What can I say? I couldn't agree with you more, Steve. Yes, I've always thought that flashback was particularly effective in providing a real contrast to the life Sister Clodagh is now living. I could prattle on for hours - but perhaps I should be talking about this on your own excellent P & P site. __________________ .....mine has gin in it.....

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