list http://www.spout.com/ Recent community activity around Big Time 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/Big_Time/39915/default.aspx Title: Big Time
Year: 1988
Director: Chris Blum
Plot: You've seen gravelly-voice actor/singer Tom Waits in meaty dramatic roles in such films as The Fisher King (1989), At Play in the Fields of the Lord (1991) and Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992). And you've heard his compositions on the soundtracks of films like Divine Madness (1980), Wolfen (1981) and Let's Get Lost (1988). The 1988 documentary Big Time combines the vocal and visual Tom Waits, endeavoring to juxtapose glimpses of Waits in concert with staged dramatic scenes, allegedly inspired by his songs. Waits himself assumes several wacky characterizations during the fictional sequences. The "real" scenes in Big Time were filmed during a Waits concert at Los Angeles' Wiltern Theatre. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
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]]>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:51:08 GMTBig Time1988Chris BlumYou've seen gravelly-voice actor/singer <a href="/players/P___115730/default.aspx" style='text-decoration:underline'>Tom Waits</a> in meaty dramatic roles in such films as <a href=/films/47165/default.aspx style='text-decoration:underline'>The Fisher King</a> (1989), <a href=/films/1878/default.aspx style='text-decoration:underline'>At Play in the Fields of the Lord</a> (1991) and <a href=/films/4314/default.aspx style='text-decoration:underline'>Bram Stoker's Dracula</a> (1992). And you've heard his compositions on the soundtracks of films like <a href=/films/9306/default.aspx style='text-decoration:underline'>Divine Madness</a> (1980), <a href=/films/38719/default.aspx style='text-decoration:underline'>Wolfen</a> (1981) and <a href=/films/20169/default.aspx style='text-decoration:underline'>Let's Get Lost</a> (1988). The 1988 documentary Big Time combines the vocal and visual Tom Waits, endeavoring to juxtapose glimpses of Waits in concert with staged dramatic scenes, allegedly inspired by his songs. Waits himself assumes several wacky characterizations during the fictional sequences. The "real" scenes in Big Time were filmed during a Waits concert at Los Angeles' Wiltern Theatre. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide3135http://www.spout.com/images/no_image.jpghttp://www.spout.com/films/Big_Time/39915/default.aspxFilm http://www.spout.com/groups/Criterion_Collection/Re_Re_Films_that_deserve_the_Criterion_treatment/115/41107/1/ShowPost.aspxPost By: MovieBugz
Post To: Criterion Collection
Post Date: 3/18/2009 3:51:08 AM
Body: [quote user="JakeStevens"] There are 4 films I believe are crying out for the Criterion treatment:First, there's "The Red Balloon", a seminal film (I'd first seen it in kindergarden) that I'd recently purchased via some Korean import. Needless to say, the transfer is heartbreaking - it looks like a home movie projected onto a blanket hanging on the wall - you can almost hear the whir of the projecctor. Next, Gregory Peck's "The Snows Of Kilimanjaro" was nominated in 1953 for the Best Color Cinematography Oscar, but you'd never guess is judging from the various "Dollar Double Feature" DVDs hanging out at Wal-Greens all over the country. I think I've managed to find the best transfer out there (thanks Treasure Box), but it's still downright laughable. My uncle loved this film and I've watched this many times over the years thanks to him, but I really wish I could see it how he saw it back when it had it's theatrical run. Tom Waits' 1987 concert film "Big Time" is one I've never seen, but have been aching to - it's just not available. A pity, considering he's widely regarded as one the most original composers alive today (an especially since other, lesser bands/people have multiple "concert" DVDs out). It's also been a while since Criterion did a "concert" film, and I believe this one would be the perfect one to start up that genre again. Incidentally, when are they going to release "At Play In The Fields Of The Lord" on DVD? Finally, Humphrey Bogart and John Huston's final pairing "Beat The Devil" is notorious for being a major flop in both of their careers, but viewed today has a certain blackly comedic flair that just wasn't popular at the time. Again, this film wallows in the public domain cesspool and need to be pulled out of there and toweled off by Criterion. Well, there's my two cents. [/quote] I also am hoping for a DVD to come out for At Play in the Fields of the Lord ! If you ever discover one - PLEASE LET ME KNOW!!! Thanks, MovieBugz, North Carolina USA
]]>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:51:08 GMTMovieBugzCriterion Collection3/18/2009 3:51:08 AM[quote user="JakeStevens"] There are 4 films I believe are crying out for the Criterion treatment:First, there's "The Red Balloon", a seminal film (I'd first seen it in kindergarden) that I'd recently purchased via some Korean import. Needless to say, the transfer is heartbreaking - it looks like a home movie projected onto a blanket hanging on the wall - you can almost hear the whir of the projecctor. Next, Gregory Peck's "The Snows Of Kilimanjaro" was nominated in 1953 for the Best Color Cinematography Oscar, but you'd never guess is judging from the various "Dollar Double Feature" DVDs hanging out at Wal-Greens all over the country. I think I've managed to find the best transfer out there (thanks Treasure Box), but it's still downright laughable. My uncle loved this film and I've watched this many times over the years thanks to him, but I really wish I could see it how he saw it back when it had it's theatrical run. Tom Waits' 1987 concert film "Big Time" is one I've never seen, but have been aching to - it's just not available. A pity, considering he's widely regarded as one the most original composers alive today (an especially since other, lesser bands/people have multiple "concert" DVDs out). It's also been a while since Criterion did a "concert" film, and I believe this one would be the perfect one to start up that genre again. Incidentally, when are they going to release "At Play In The Fields Of The Lord" on DVD? Finally, Humphrey Bogart and John Huston's final pairing "Beat The Devil" is notorious for being a major flop in both of their careers, but viewed today has a certain blackly comedic flair that just wasn't popular at the time. Again, this film wallows in the public domain cesspool and need to be pulled out of there and toweled off by Criterion. Well, there's my two cents. [/quote] I also am hoping for a DVD to come out for At Play in the Fields of the Lord ! If you ever discover one - PLEASE LET ME KNOW!!! Thanks, MovieBugz, North Carolina USA http://www.spout.com/groups/Criterion_Collection/Re_Re_Films_that_deserve_the_Criterion_treatment/115/24607/1/ShowPost.aspxPost By: JakeStevens
Post To: Criterion Collection
Post Date: 2/1/2008 11:25:59 AM
Body: There are 4 films I believe are crying out for the Criterion treatment:First, there's "The Red Balloon", a seminal film (I'd first seen it in kindergarden) that I'd recently purchased via some Korean import. Needless to say, the transfer is heartbreaking - it looks like a home movie projected onto a blanket hanging on the wall - you can almost hear the whir of the projecctor.Next, Gregory Peck's "The Snows Of Kilimanjaro" was nominated in 1953 for the Best Color Cinematography Oscar, but you'd never guess is judging from the various "Dollar Double Feature" DVDs hanging out at Wal-Greens all over the country. I think I've managed to find the best transfer out there (thanks Treasure Box), but it's still downright laughable. My uncle loved this film and I've watched this many times over the years thanks to him, but I really wish I could see it how he saw it back when it had it's theatrical run.Tom Waits' 1987 concert film "Big Time" is one I've never seen, but have been aching to - it's just not available. A pity, considering he's widely regarded as one the most original composers alive today (an especially since other, lesser bands/people have multiple "concert" DVDs out). It's also been a while since Criterion did a "concert" film, and I believe this one would be the perfect one to start up that genre again. Incidentally, when are they going to release "At Play In The Fields Of The Lord" on DVD?Finally, Humphrey Bogart and John Huston's final pairing "Beat The Devil" is notorious for being a major flop in both of their careers, but viewed today has a certain blackly comedic flair that just wasn't popular at the time. Again, this film wallows in the public domain cesspool and need to be pulled out of there and toweled off by Criterion.Well, there's my two cents.
]]>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 16:25:59 GMTJakeStevensCriterion Collection2/1/2008 11:25:59 AMThere are 4 films I believe are crying out for the Criterion treatment:First, there&#39;s "The Red Balloon", a seminal film (I&#39;d first seen it in kindergarden) that I&#39;d recently purchased via some Korean import. Needless to say, the transfer is heartbreaking - it looks like a home movie projected onto a blanket hanging on the wall - you can almost hear the whir of the projecctor.Next, Gregory Peck&#39;s "The Snows Of Kilimanjaro" was nominated in 1953 for the Best Color Cinematography Oscar, but you&#39;d never guess is judging from the various "Dollar Double Feature" DVDs hanging out at Wal-Greens all over the country. I think I&#39;ve managed to find the best transfer out there (thanks Treasure Box), but it&#39;s still downright laughable. My uncle loved this film and I&#39;ve watched this many times over the years thanks to him, but I really wish I could see it how he saw it back when it had it&#39;s theatrical run.Tom Waits&#39; 1987 concert film "Big Time" is one I&#39;ve never seen, but have been aching to - it&#39;s just not available. A pity, considering he&#39;s widely regarded as one the most original composers alive today (an especially since other, lesser bands/people have multiple "concert" DVDs out). It&#39;s also been a while since Criterion did a "concert" film, and I believe this one would be the perfect one to start up that genre again. Incidentally, when are they going to release "At Play In The Fields Of The Lord" on DVD?Finally, Humphrey Bogart and John Huston&#39;s final pairing "Beat The Devil" is notorious for being a major flop in both of their careers, but viewed today has a certain blackly comedic flair that just wasn&#39;t popular at the time. Again, this film wallows in the public domain cesspool and need to be pulled out of there and toweled off by Criterion.Well, there&#39;s my two cents. http://www.spout.com/groups/Criterion_Collection/Re_Films_that_deserve_the_Criterion_treatment/115/9021/1/ShowPost.aspxPost By: josephkuzma
Post To: Criterion Collection
Post Date: 5/19/2007 7:31:38 AM
Body: Personally I find it odd that the only Kubrick to be Criterionized (not a word) is Spartacus. Don't get me wrong, I liked Spartacus but I would prefer to see Criterions of the other Kubrick films. Specifically Dr. Strangelove, A Clockwork Orange, 2001: A Space Odyssey, The Shining & The Killing.Also, what's with the Beastie Boys video anthology? How to Criterionize something that will (apparently) never cease being added to. It's already out of date, isn't it? Plus: THE BEASTIE BOYS!? Really, that's an important contemporary music DVD? Monterey Pop is perfectly understandable but Beastie Boys? Arrrgh... At least Criterionize Big Time of The Last Waltz.
]]>Sat, 19 May 2007 11:31:38 GMTjosephkuzmaCriterion Collection5/19/2007 7:31:38 AMPersonally I find it odd that the only Kubrick to be Criterionized (not a word) is Spartacus. Don&#39;t get me wrong, I liked Spartacus but I would prefer to see Criterions of the other Kubrick films. Specifically Dr. Strangelove, A Clockwork Orange, 2001: A Space Odyssey, The Shining &amp; The Killing.Also, what&#39;s with the Beastie Boys video anthology? How to Criterionize something that will (apparently) never cease being added to. It&#39;s already out of date, isn&#39;t it? Plus: THE BEASTIE BOYS!? Really, that&#39;s an important contemporary music DVD? Monterey Pop is perfectly understandable but Beastie Boys? Arrrgh... At least Criterionize Big Time of The Last Waltz. http://www.spout.com/members/0/tags/actor/MemberTagFilms.aspxactor
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