Out of curiosity, are you writing something about Frederick Wiseman? I He died February 16. I saw Titicut Follies (1967) on television in Paris when I lived there. I had no idea who Wiseman and what Follies were. I turned on the tv and the film started. I don't remember when I saw it.
It was interesting when I returned to the US, the few people who had heard of this film yelled "violation of patients' privacy and dignity." They didn't think that the patients' treatment by the government psychiatric facility was a violation of patients' dignity and privacy? I realized how far outside many US legal parameters I existed and thought, legal parameters that I think are grossly and ethically incorrect.
I appreciate the eulogy and loved Robert Duvall, but I'd disagree with the 2nd footnote. As my all-time favoritest actor, he was also my prophet of MAGA as his disagreements with the world turned victimy and whiny. In addition to protesting the Walmart he protested "Disney America" and complained something like, how'd they like it if we built an amusement park next to Auschwitz.
Since everyone's going to do this, Tender Mercies deserved a paragraph. I loved that movie. And the Apostle.
I will always remember him in Lonesome Dove, which he considered his favorite role. After leaving a saloon and being chided by his partner (played by the great Tommy Lee Jones) for causing a fight he says “Ain’t much of a crime, whacking a surly bartender.”
What an actor! He was one who you always wanted to watch regardless of the film. My favorite was Lonesome Dove. He was great in anything he did. Anybody remember the dark Major Frank Burns in Mash?
years ago, when Food and Wine magazine did (I think) their 25th anniversary edition, they included his mom's recipe. He grew up in Annapolis and she had a restaurant. The recipe is so simple and crab forward. I used cracker crumbs in the crab cakes but use panko onthe outside. I just make a simple remolade sauce to accompany. YUM! enjoy! https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/mrs-duvalls-crab-cakes-recipe1-1912530
Interesting. I have a recipe in my book that is nearly identical. Mrs. Small's Crab Cakes from Oxford MD. Mrs. Small was the housekeeper for Louise Fletcher and when Broadway colleagues came down for a visit everyone wanted Mrs. Smalls Crabcakes. I am told by Louise's daughter that everyone begged ro the recipe but she only gave it up nearly on her deathbed. Instead of crackers Mrs. Small used torn up pieces of soft white bread -- enough to bind but not too much. The essential piece in both recipes is that overnight rest before fryingl
My favorite Duvall film is Tender Mercies, a story about tragedy and redemption. It never falls into sentimentality because of the outstanding performances of the entire cast, but especially Duvall himself.
I'd recommend Get Low as a pretty fitting goodbye to Duvall.
I'll always remember Boo Radley. Always.
Out of curiosity, are you writing something about Frederick Wiseman? I He died February 16. I saw Titicut Follies (1967) on television in Paris when I lived there. I had no idea who Wiseman and what Follies were. I turned on the tv and the film started. I don't remember when I saw it.
It was interesting when I returned to the US, the few people who had heard of this film yelled "violation of patients' privacy and dignity." They didn't think that the patients' treatment by the government psychiatric facility was a violation of patients' dignity and privacy? I realized how far outside many US legal parameters I existed and thought, legal parameters that I think are grossly and ethically incorrect.
Much Love one of my favorites. RIP
I appreciate the eulogy and loved Robert Duvall, but I'd disagree with the 2nd footnote. As my all-time favoritest actor, he was also my prophet of MAGA as his disagreements with the world turned victimy and whiny. In addition to protesting the Walmart he protested "Disney America" and complained something like, how'd they like it if we built an amusement park next to Auschwitz.
Since everyone's going to do this, Tender Mercies deserved a paragraph. I loved that movie. And the Apostle.
Good call on Open Range. Underappreciated western.
I will always remember him in Lonesome Dove, which he considered his favorite role. After leaving a saloon and being chided by his partner (played by the great Tommy Lee Jones) for causing a fight he says “Ain’t much of a crime, whacking a surly bartender.”
You knew you were in good hands with Duvall
What an actor! He was one who you always wanted to watch regardless of the film. My favorite was Lonesome Dove. He was great in anything he did. Anybody remember the dark Major Frank Burns in Mash?
lovely tribute - his mom's crab cakes are killer!
Ok, I'll bite. Do you have the recipe and how did you come by it
years ago, when Food and Wine magazine did (I think) their 25th anniversary edition, they included his mom's recipe. He grew up in Annapolis and she had a restaurant. The recipe is so simple and crab forward. I used cracker crumbs in the crab cakes but use panko onthe outside. I just make a simple remolade sauce to accompany. YUM! enjoy! https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/mrs-duvalls-crab-cakes-recipe1-1912530
Interesting. I have a recipe in my book that is nearly identical. Mrs. Small's Crab Cakes from Oxford MD. Mrs. Small was the housekeeper for Louise Fletcher and when Broadway colleagues came down for a visit everyone wanted Mrs. Smalls Crabcakes. I am told by Louise's daughter that everyone begged ro the recipe but she only gave it up nearly on her deathbed. Instead of crackers Mrs. Small used torn up pieces of soft white bread -- enough to bind but not too much. The essential piece in both recipes is that overnight rest before fryingl
He was one of the greats. My favorite role was Bull Meacham - the Great Santino
"I am the great Santini"!...... Much like Gene Hackman, he always dominated a scene he was in and was a pleasure to watch!
Santini. Sorry, typo.
My favorite Duvall film is Tender Mercies, a story about tragedy and redemption. It never falls into sentimentality because of the outstanding performances of the entire cast, but especially Duvall himself.
Yes! His performance was powerful because he was so understated. Oscar for Best Actor.
We rewatch Miniature from Season 4 (EP 8) of the Twilight Zone every now and again. An amazing performance.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0734589/?ref_=ext_shr
One of the greatest. He will be missed.
Thanks for this. “Network” is in my all-time top 3, and Duvall’s zest is integral to its success. “It’s a big, fucking, big-titted hit!”
Great review of a great actor. He possessed soul.
It was a not much of a movie, but for some odd reason, I really enjoyed Duvall in Second Hand Lions, with Michael Caine. RIP Robert.