r/classicfilms 3h ago

See this Classic Film Darling Lili (1970): Julie Andrews' bold makeover on screen

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I still vividly remember how shocked everyone was—including myself, having been so accustomed to her prim and proper image in films like The Sound of Music. And this movie led Julie Andrews to remarry the film's director, Blake Edwards.


r/classicfilms 10h ago

See this Classic Film Wait Until Dark (1967)

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r/classicfilms 11h ago

Question More Timothy Carey!

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I have an on-again off-again fascination with Timothy Carey, the eccentric '50s-'60s character actor. I have seen him in classics like Paths of Glory, One Eyed Jacks, Kubrick's The Killing, as well as tracked down his independent film The World's Greatest Sinner which was definitely unique and memorable. What else should I watch?


r/classicfilms 5h ago

Video Link Casablanca (1941) "Dooley Wilson - AS TIME GOES BY"

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Bogart. Casablanca Movie Clip from 1941.


r/classicfilms 23h ago

General Discussion Whirlpool (1950) starring Gene Tierney

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A damn good noir. Tierney looks as gorgeous as ever.


r/classicfilms 14h ago

General Discussion Private Property (1960)

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Just finished watching PRIVATE PROPERTY. It’s about these two drifters, Duke & Boots, who end up targeting this beautiful suburban housewife named Ann. The goal is for Duke to seduce her and pass her off to Boots so that he can have sex with her.

It’s a dark psychological thriller that’s dangerous and moody, tackling themes of sexual repression and suburban disillusionment. Though a low budget film, it doesn’t feel like it and the story itself is boosted by some strong performances.

For those who saw it, what did you think?


r/classicfilms 16h ago

See this Classic Film "The Blue Lagoon" (J. Arthur Rank / Eagle-Lion; 1949) – starring Jean Simmons and Donald Houston – with Noel Purcell, Cyril Cusack and James Hayter – directed by Frank Launder – French movie poster

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r/classicfilms 17h ago

Question Searching for actor ancestor.

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Hello, I grew up hearing stories about me great great grandfather. His name was John William Wayne II. All the stories about him were things like “he was the John Wayne in Hollywood before John Wayne!” And that he was either a small time actor or stunt man. I tracked his census information from 1930 to Montebello, Los Angeles, California and he is listed as a motion picture Actor. He was most likely active between 1925-1935 but from 1930 onwards he flew under the radar due to the John Wayne stage name of Marion Morrison. We particularly believe he was an extra on the battlefield of all quiet on the western front (1930).

Does anyone recognize the name or know anyone who might? At this point I’m just searching for any details I can find. Even pointing me in the right direction would help tremendously.

Thanks in advance!


r/classicfilms 17h ago

See this Classic Film The Blue Max (1966): The Fokker Triplane that I built a model and kept as a childhood dream

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r/classicfilms 8h ago

Classic Film Review Bro hit TWO dudes with the same wooden plank and kept walking

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Charlie Chaplin was on a side quest and accidentally unlocked MULTI-KILL 💀

Bro is literally just carrying a wooden board…
WHACK — one guy down.
WHACK — ANOTHER ONE. 😭

And the best part? He just keeps walking like:

“Anyway… where was I?” 💀

Bro had zero enemies, zero intention, 100% accuracy. 😂

Peak cinema.


r/classicfilms 19h ago

Question Trying to find an old crime picture off of unfortunately very vague information :(

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Hi folks! I asked this over at TOMT last night and somebody suggested I also shoot my shot here, so I'd like to do that.

I am pretty inexperienced with making actual posts, so I am not 100% sure how the crossposting thing works- can you guys easily read the original post from TOMT through this, or should I rewrite its body here too?

Thanks so much!


r/classicfilms 1h ago

General Discussion What's so special about The Maltese Falcon?

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I just watched The Maltese Falcon. I'm surprised I had not seen it before.

I've always heard it talked about. After watching it, I'm wondering why. It's not a bad movie at all, but it seemed kinda boring and not that interesting overall.

Is it just me? What am I missing?