Executive Suite and Rachel and the Stranger
Posted: April 17th, 2007, 9:05 pm
I'm not sure where this should go, so I'm sticking it here in General for anyone who may want to comment.
These two movies are a couple of my 'really likes' ones. There is something about Executive Suite that draws me every time it's on. Maybe it's my years of working for all the high mucky mucks at Rockwell and Westell.
I was in on most of those board meetings for the votes and decisions on promotions and raises taking my little notes to be transcribed later. I was Nina Foch. But this movie is more than just a scramble for electing a new president. The star of the movie is actually dead, but his character permeates the lives of all the cast members. Between love, loyalty, treachery and greed, his power is viable. Except for Nina Foch, every character in the film is dissected. We learn the backgrounds of each person and why they do what they do. It's a character study that will thrill any viewer who likes to know the ins and outs of every character.
On the other hand, Rachel and the Stranger is strictly for fun and enjoyment. I was glad to see this come on after the seriousness of Executive Suite and Sunset Blvd. It was a relief to laugh and cheer Loretta on in the cellar with her practice. Of course my Bob being in it doesn't hurt the matter any either. For a 'self-proclaimed, ignorant walkin man' he sure teaches Bill Holden a lot. And what better way to bring a little boy around to your side than to have him see you shoot a mountain lion?
For anyone who hasn't seen these two movies, and missed them today, try to catch them at another time. They are both well worth it.
Anne
These two movies are a couple of my 'really likes' ones. There is something about Executive Suite that draws me every time it's on. Maybe it's my years of working for all the high mucky mucks at Rockwell and Westell.
I was in on most of those board meetings for the votes and decisions on promotions and raises taking my little notes to be transcribed later. I was Nina Foch. But this movie is more than just a scramble for electing a new president. The star of the movie is actually dead, but his character permeates the lives of all the cast members. Between love, loyalty, treachery and greed, his power is viable. Except for Nina Foch, every character in the film is dissected. We learn the backgrounds of each person and why they do what they do. It's a character study that will thrill any viewer who likes to know the ins and outs of every character.
On the other hand, Rachel and the Stranger is strictly for fun and enjoyment. I was glad to see this come on after the seriousness of Executive Suite and Sunset Blvd. It was a relief to laugh and cheer Loretta on in the cellar with her practice. Of course my Bob being in it doesn't hurt the matter any either. For a 'self-proclaimed, ignorant walkin man' he sure teaches Bill Holden a lot. And what better way to bring a little boy around to your side than to have him see you shoot a mountain lion?
For anyone who hasn't seen these two movies, and missed them today, try to catch them at another time. They are both well worth it.
Anne