list http://www.spout.com/ Recent community activity around Plunkett & Macleane on Spout Copyright 2005-9 Spout, LLC Spout RSS http://www.spout.com/images/SpoutLogoRSS.jpg http://www.spout.com/ 136 30 http://www.spout.com/films/Plunkett_Macleane/133984/default.aspx Title: Plunkett & Macleane
Year: 1999
Director: Jake Scott
Plot: A historical comedy that applies a 1990's mindset to a tale of crime in the 1740's, Plunkett and Macleane stars Robert Carlyle as Will Plunkett and Jonny Lee Miller as Capt. James Macleane. Plunkett is a druggist who has gone broke and turned to robbery to pay his bills, while Macleane was a minor member of the aristocracy who has resorted to similar means to support himself. The two meet while serving time in prison, and after comparing notes they set out together for a career in crime. They soon discover they make a good team; Plunkett understands the nuts and bolts of theft well enough, while Macleane has the charm and connections to get them into places where they might find things worth stealing. When Macleane manages to wrangle an invitation to a night of gambling at the estate of Lord Rochester (Alan Cumming), he uses the occasion to his advantage, making the acquaintance of the lovely Rebecca (Liv Tyler) at the party and donning a mask to relieve her of her winnings on the way home. The charm and panache with which the pair commit their crimes give them a widespread reputation as "The Gentlemen Highwaymen," but Rebecca's uncle, Lord Chief Justice Gibson (Michael Gambon) is not amused, and when an especially ruthless lawman, Chance (Ken Scott), is sent on their trail, Plunkett is eager to quit while he's ahead and flee the country. Macleane, however, is too busy wooing Rebecca to listen to reason. Plunkett and Macleane is the first feature film from director Jake Scott, who has a background in commercials and music videos and is now moving forward in the family business -- his father is Ridley Scott, while his uncle is Tony Scott. If you think you've seen leading men Carlyle and Miller together before, you have -- they were also co-stars in Trainspotting. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
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]]>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 04:23:55 GMTPlunkett & Macleane1999Jake ScottA historical comedy that applies a 1990's mindset to a tale of crime in the 1740's, Plunkett and Macleane stars <a href="/players/P____11052/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Robert Carlyle</a> as Will Plunkett and <a href="/players/P___200487/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Jonny Lee Miller</a> as Capt. James Macleane. Plunkett is a druggist who has gone broke and turned to robbery to pay his bills, while Macleane was a minor member of the aristocracy who has resorted to similar means to support himself. The two meet while serving time in prison, and after comparing notes they set out together for a career in crime. They soon discover they make a good team; Plunkett understands the nuts and bolts of theft well enough, while Macleane has the charm and connections to get them into places where they might find things worth stealing. When Macleane manages to wrangle an invitation to a night of gambling at the estate of Lord Rochester (<a href="/players/P____16130/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Alan Cumming</a>), he uses the occasion to his advantage, making the acquaintance of the lovely Rebecca (<a href="/players/P___198152/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Liv Tyler</a>) at the party and donning a mask to relieve her of her winnings on the way home. The charm and panache with which the pair commit their crimes give them a widespread reputation as "The Gentlemen Highwaymen," but Rebecca's uncle, Lord Chief Justice Gibson (<a href="/players/P____25729/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Michael Gambon</a>) is not amused, and when an especially ruthless lawman, Chance (<a href="/players/P____64100/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Ken Scott</a>), is sent on their trail, Plunkett is eager to quit while he's ahead and flee the country. Macleane, however, is too busy wooing Rebecca to listen to reason. Plunkett and Macleane is the first feature film from director Jake Scott, who has a background in commercials and music videos and is now moving forward in the family business -- his father is <a href="/players/P___110579/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Ridley Scott</a>, while his uncle is <a href="/players/P___110585/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Tony Scott</a>. If you think you've seen leading men Carlyle and Miller together before, you have -- they were also co-stars in <a href=/films/93107/default.aspx style='text-decoration:underline'>Trainspotting</a>. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide5Slightly Tagged (1-5)212http://www.spout.com/ProductImages/t05524w32fq.jpghttp://www.spout.com/films/Plunkett_Macleane/133984/default.aspxFilm http://www.spout.com/groups/Community_Recommendations/Re_Historical_Drama/643/38218/1/ShowPost.aspx Post By: mercurial
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Post Date: 12/10/2008 6:56:57 PM
Body: My personal favorites: Barry Lyndon Unequivocally the best 18th century period film ever made. Incredible. Black Narcissus Great drama set in the Himalayas. And nuns! Elizabeth Probably have already seen this, but just in case. Great film. Dogville A lot of people have not seen this due to the overwhelming negative reviews for it. But it is an amazing film nonetheless about early 20th century America. Manderlay The second film in the unfinished trilogy that follows Dogville. Gosford Park Impeccable film about the English caste system. A Little Princess Amazing kid's film. I still love it. Edward II Postmodern interpretation of Edward II. Might be too much for some. Battleship Potemkin Great historical film. Iconic scenes throughout. The Red Violin Traces a violin from its creation over 300 hundred years ago to today. And it has Samuel L. Jackson. A Very Long Engagement Tragic wartime flick about World War I in France. The Mission Insightful film about the struggles to convert South American natives to Christianity. Pride and Prejudice (2005) Best adaptation of the novel in my opinion. The Hours Three women going through the same whirlwind of emotions a three different times in history. Plunkett & Macleane Dramatic comedy set around the time of Marie Antoinette. Marie Antoinette (2006) I've grown to love this film since my hesitant initial reaction. Titus Postmodern interpretation of Titus Andronicus. The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc Another postmodern interpretation of the life of Joan of Arc. Andersonville Tragic movie about life in a prisoner of war camp in the South during the Civil War. Sleepy Hollow Quirky flick set in 19th century New England. The Color Purple Early 20th century South and the struggle of slaves. Great movie. That's all I can think of for now. I'm sure you've seen a number of these.
]]>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 23:56:57 GMTmercurialCommunity Recommendations12/10/2008 6:56:57 PMMy personal favorites: Barry Lyndon Unequivocally the best 18th century period film ever made. Incredible. Black Narcissus Great drama set in the Himalayas. And nuns! Elizabeth Probably have already seen this, but just in case. Great film. Dogville A lot of people have not seen this due to the overwhelming negative reviews for it. But it is an amazing film nonetheless about early 20th century America. Manderlay The second film in the unfinished trilogy that follows Dogville. Gosford Park Impeccable film about the English caste system. A Little Princess Amazing kid's film. I still love it. Edward II Postmodern interpretation of Edward II. Might be too much for some. Battleship Potemkin Great historical film. Iconic scenes throughout. The Red Violin Traces a violin from its creation over 300 hundred years ago to today. And it has Samuel L. Jackson. A Very Long Engagement Tragic wartime flick about World War I in France. The Mission Insightful film about the struggles to convert South American natives to Christianity. Pride and Prejudice (2005) Best adaptation of the novel in my opinion. The Hours Three women going through the same whirlwind of emotions a three different times in history. Plunkett &amp; Macleane Dramatic comedy set around the time of Marie Antoinette. Marie Antoinette (2006) I've grown to love this film since my hesitant initial reaction. Titus Postmodern interpretation of Titus Andronicus. The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc Another postmodern interpretation of the life of Joan of Arc. Andersonville Tragic movie about life in a prisoner of war camp in the South during the Civil War. Sleepy Hollow Quirky flick set in 19th century New England. The Color Purple Early 20th century South and the struggle of slaves. Great movie. That's all I can think of for now. I'm sure you've seen a number of these. http://www.spout.com/members/0/tags/prison/MemberTagFilms.aspxprison
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