list http://www.spout.com/ Recent community activity around Gosford Park 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/Gosford_Park/202979/default.aspx Title: Gosford Park
Year: 2001
Director: Robert Altman
Plot: Maverick American filmmaker Robert Altman takes a witty and absorbing look at the foibles of the British class system in this intelligent murder mystery set in the early '30s. Sir William McCordle (Michael Gambon) and his wife Lady Sylvia (Kristin Scott Thomas) are a pair of wealthy British socialites who have invited a variety of friends, relatives, and acquaintances to their mansion in the country for a weekend of hunting and relaxation. Among the honored guests are Constance (Maggie Smith), Lady Sylvia's matronly aunt; Ivor Novello (Jeremy Northam), William's cousin who is also a well-known actor and songwriter; and Morris Weissman (Bob Balaban), an American film producer who is friendly with Ivor and researching an upcoming project. Observing the proceedings are the domestic staff of the mansion, including imperious butler Jennings (Alan Bates); footmen George (Richard E. Grant) and Arthur (Jeremy Swift); Probert (Derek Jacobi), a valet to Sir William; housekeeper Mrs. Wilson (Helen Mirren); Mrs. Croft (Eileen Atkins), who oversees the kitchen; and Elsie (Emily Watson), a maid. Also on hand are the guests' personal servants, including Mary (Kelly MacDonald), Constance's maid; Henry (Ryan Phillippe), Weissman's valet; and Parks (Clive Owens), a butler. While the servants are required to display a high level of decorum, they are expected to be passive observers who do not comment on what they see, though the gossip among them travels thick and fast once they retire to the servants' quarters downstairs. And it turns out that there's plenty worth gossiping about, especially after Sir William turns up dead, and everyone is ordered to stay at the mansion while the police investigate the killing. Gosford Park also features Charles Dance, Tom Hollander, Natasha Wightman, and Ron Webster; the screenplay was written by Julian Fellowes, based on a story by Altman and co-star Bob Balaban. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
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]]>Fri, 07 Aug 2009 23:00:19 GMTGosford Park2001Robert AltmanMaverick American filmmaker <a href="/players/P____79456/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Robert Altman</a> takes a witty and absorbing look at the foibles of the British class system in this intelligent murder mystery set in the early '30s. Sir William McCordle (<a href="/players/P____25729/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Michael Gambon</a>) and his wife Lady Sylvia (<a href="/players/P____64027/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Kristin Scott Thomas</a>) are a pair of wealthy British socialites who have invited a variety of friends, relatives, and acquaintances to their mansion in the country for a weekend of hunting and relaxation. Among the honored guests are Constance (<a href="/players/P____66495/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Maggie Smith</a>), Lady Sylvia's matronly aunt; Ivor Novello (<a href="/players/P___200549/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Jeremy Northam</a>), William's cousin who is also a well-known actor and songwriter; and Morris Weissman (<a href="/players/P____80466/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Bob Balaban</a>), an American film producer who is friendly with Ivor and researching an upcoming project. Observing the proceedings are the domestic staff of the mansion, including imperious butler Jennings (<a href="/players/P_____4517/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Alan Bates</a>); footmen George (Richard E. Grant) and Arthur (Jeremy Swift); Probert (<a href="/players/P____34894/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Derek Jacobi</a>), a valet to Sir William; housekeeper Mrs. Wilson (<a href="/players/P____49576/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Helen Mirren</a>); Mrs. Croft (<a href="/players/P_____2699/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Eileen Atkins</a>), who oversees the kitchen; and Elsie (<a href="/players/P___221329/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Emily Watson</a>), a maid. Also on hand are the guests' personal servants, including Mary (<a href="/players/P___200403/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Kelly MacDonald</a>), Constance's maid; Henry (<a href="/players/P___200610/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Ryan Phillippe</a>), Weissman's valet; and Parks (Clive Owens), a butler. While the servants are required to display a high level of decorum, they are expected to be passive observers who do not comment on what they see, though the gossip among them travels thick and fast once they retire to the servants' quarters downstairs. And it turns out that there's plenty worth gossiping about, especially after Sir William turns up dead, and everyone is ordered to stay at the mansion while the police investigate the killing. Gosford Park also features <a href="/players/P____16791/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Charles Dance</a>, <a href="/players/P___239413/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Tom Hollander</a>, Natasha Wightman, and Ron Webster; the screenplay was written by <a href="/players/P____23035/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Julian Fellowes</a>, based on a story by Altman and co-star <a href="/players/P____80466/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Bob Balaban</a>. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide27Tag Target (>10)43143http://www.spout.com/ProductImages/t51998l51fv.jpghttp://www.spout.com/films/Gosford_Park/202979/default.aspxFilm http://www.spout.com/groups/Weekly_Theme/Re_Weekly_Theme_for_July_13_Whodunit/625/43035/1/ShowPost.aspx Post By: leeroy711
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Post Date: 7/13/2009 8:23:06 PM
Body: [quote user="mercurial"] Gosford Park is a great recent example of a whodunit. With such an amazing cast it definitely makes me miss Altman. What do you all think? [/quote] Gosford Park's one of my personal favorites. It was simply a great way to film a mystery. So much of the information you need to take in is constantly in the background. Here's a few more that came to mind: Deceiver was a good, not great whodunit style mystery with a really good performance by Tim Roth as an expert at telling lies. He is playing a very similar role on a new show that I can't remember the name of. The Spanish Prisoner is my favorite Mamet film. This one completely blew me away the first time I watched it and I really like to revisit it once every few years. Chinatown and Brick come to mind as a couple of good neo-noir mysteries with alotta flair. ( I try to make a Chinatown reference at least once a month) And who could forget Who Framed Roger Rabbit? P-p-p-p-p-p-p-p-leeeeasse Eddie.. This movie reeks of cool.
]]>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:23:06 GMTleeroy711Weekly Theme7/13/2009 8:23:06 PM[quote user="mercurial"] Gosford Park is a great recent example of a whodunit. With such an amazing cast it definitely makes me miss Altman. What do you all think? [/quote] Gosford Park's one of my personal favorites. It was simply a great way to film a mystery. So much of the information you need to take in is constantly in the background. Here's a few more that came to mind: Deceiver was a good, not great whodunit style mystery with a really good performance by Tim Roth as an expert at telling lies. He is playing a very similar role on a new show that I can't remember the name of. The Spanish Prisoner is my favorite Mamet film. This one completely blew me away the first time I watched it and I really like to revisit it once every few years. Chinatown and Brick come to mind as a couple of good neo-noir mysteries with alotta flair. ( I try to make a Chinatown reference at least once a month) And who could forget Who Framed Roger Rabbit? P-p-p-p-p-p-p-p-leeeeasse Eddie.. This movie reeks of cool. http://www.spout.com/groups/Weekly_Theme/Weekly_Theme_for_July_13_Whodunit/625/43030/1/ShowPost.aspx Post By: mercurial
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Post Date: 7/13/2009 6:01:50 PM
Body: With the internet all abuzz about the onslaught of board games getting the celluloid treatment, I was reminded of one of my favorite movies that is based on a popular board game: Clue. Now I get a lot of criticism for liking this film but am unwavering on my commitment to its absolute hilarity and it being a deft example of a whodunit mystery movie. Not as widespread as it was back in the Golden Age of Hollywood when the studios were pumping out Charlie Chan and The Thin Man like their lives depended on them (which they probably did, but alas), the whodunit genre has more or less been slivered into other more popular genres such as Horror and Action. I may be wrong, but movies like Scream, The Thing, and Identity definitely utilize key elements of a whodunit film. Dressed to Kill (along with Clue) is one of my favorite murder mysteries due to the insane nature of the film and all the traditional elements being twisted and played with by De Palma. The other day I grabbed a copy of Murder By Death at my local grocery store for a buck and have to say I was slightly amused by it (if not completely offended by Peter Sellers horribly racist portrayal of a Chinese detective). Gosford Park is a great recent example of a whodunit. With such an amazing cast it definitely makes me miss Altman. What do you all think?
]]>Mon, 13 Jul 2009 22:01:50 GMTmercurialWeekly Theme7/13/2009 6:01:50 PMWith the internet all abuzz about the onslaught of board games getting the celluloid treatment, I was reminded of one of my favorite movies that is based on a popular board game: Clue. Now I get a lot of criticism for liking this film but am unwavering on my commitment to its absolute hilarity and it being a deft example of a whodunit mystery movie. Not as widespread as it was back in the Golden Age of Hollywood when the studios were pumping out Charlie Chan and The Thin Man like their lives depended on them (which they probably did, but alas), the whodunit genre has more or less been slivered into other more popular genres such as Horror and Action. I may be wrong, but movies like Scream, The Thing, and Identity definitely utilize key elements of a whodunit film. Dressed to Kill (along with Clue) is one of my favorite murder mysteries due to the insane nature of the film and all the traditional elements being twisted and played with by De Palma. The other day I grabbed a copy of Murder By Death at my local grocery store for a buck and have to say I was slightly amused by it (if not completely offended by Peter Sellers horribly racist portrayal of a Chinese detective). Gosford Park is a great recent example of a whodunit. With such an amazing cast it definitely makes me miss Altman. What do you all think? 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/groups/Top_5/Re_Depressing_holidays_dysfunctional_families_fo/190/37173/1/ShowPost.aspx Post By: mercurial
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Post Date: 11/10/2008 10:13:51 PM
Body: 10 Best Dysfunctional Families in Movies (in no particular order): 1.) Gosford Park 2.) Beetlejuice 3.) Happiness 4.) Little Miss Sunshine 5.) National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation 6.) Mommie Dearest 7.) Parenthood 8.) Slums of Beverly Hills 9.) The Virgin Suicides 10.) Welcome to the Dollhouse
]]>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 03:13:51 GMTmercurialTop 511/10/2008 10:13:51 PM10 Best Dysfunctional Families in Movies (in no particular order): 1.) Gosford Park 2.) Beetlejuice 3.) Happiness 4.) Little Miss Sunshine 5.) National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation 6.) Mommie Dearest 7.) Parenthood 8.) Slums of Beverly Hills 9.) The Virgin Suicides 10.) Welcome to the Dollhouse http://www.spout.com/blogs/hairylime/archive/2007/2/20/5650.aspx Post By: HairyLime
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Post Date: 2/20/2007 8:23:00 PM
Body: In a discussion group recently the topic of 'book adaptations' has been brought up, and while I was watching this last night it occurred to me that this one is another good example of a successful 'book to movie' transformation that is neither too literal of a rote retelling, and stands on its own as a film.Caught the final third of this one a couple weekends ago while flipping channels, and then watched the rest of the movie yesterday evening. Not the first time I'd seen it (I've actually lost count how many times), and it struck me how very fresh and innovative it still seems 30 plus years after the fact. There wasn't really anything like it seen before, with its overlapping dialog, meandering storyline and counter-cultural viewpoints.Those brought up on the television series may find the flavor a little hard to digest, no neatly tied up plotlines, no laugh track, a subtler brand of humor.Gould and Sutherland are a great pairing, and would go on to costar in a few other 'anti-establishment' comedies after this to lesser success. Gary Burghoff is quite good as Radar and would go on to repeat the role on television (I actually find him funnier in the movie, more subversive, where he seems to turn into a cute little mascot on the television series), Bud Cort, John Shuck, Michael Murphy & Sally Kellerman would all go on to become Altman regulars, and Robert Duvall portrays a truly memorable Frank Burns, who is all the more frightful for his seriousness, where the television version is turned into a buffoonish caricature.A first feature by one of my favorite directors who unfortunately passed away last year, some other favorite Altman films: Nashville, McCabe & Mrs. Miller, 3 Women, Short Cuts, The Player, Gosford ParkSome other good 'anti-war' films and 'book adaptations': Catch 22, Slaughterhouse Five
]]>Wed, 21 Feb 2007 01:23:00 GMTHairyLimeHairyLime Blog2/20/2007 8:23:00 PMIn a discussion group recently the topic of &#39;book adaptations&#39; has been brought up, and while I was watching this last night it occurred to me that this one is another good example of a successful &#39;book to movie&#39; transformation that is neither too literal of a rote retelling, and stands on its own as a film.Caught the final third of this one a couple weekends ago while flipping channels, and then watched the rest of the movie yesterday evening. Not the first time I&#39;d seen it (I&#39;ve actually lost count how many times), and it struck me how very fresh and innovative it still seems 30 plus years after the fact. There wasn&#39;t really anything like it seen before, with its overlapping dialog, meandering storyline and counter-cultural viewpoints.Those brought up on the television series may find the flavor a little hard to digest, no neatly tied up plotlines, no laugh track, a subtler brand of humor.Gould and Sutherland are a great pairing, and would go on to costar in a few other &#39;anti-establishment&#39; comedies after this to lesser success. Gary Burghoff is quite good as Radar and would go on to repeat the role on television (I actually find him funnier in the movie, more subversive, where he seems to turn into a cute little mascot on the television series), Bud Cort, John Shuck, Michael Murphy &amp; Sally Kellerman would all go on to become Altman regulars, and Robert Duvall portrays a truly memorable Frank Burns, who is all the more frightful for his seriousness, where the television version is turned into a buffoonish caricature.A first feature by one of my favorite directors who unfortunately passed away last year, some other favorite Altman films: Nashville, McCabe &amp; Mrs. Miller, 3 Women, Short Cuts, The Player, Gosford ParkSome other good &#39;anti-war&#39; films and &#39;book adaptations&#39;: Catch 22, Slaughterhouse Five http://www.spout.com/members/0/tags/Loved-It/MemberTagFilms.aspxLoved-It
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