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Martin Scorsese narrates an overview of American film history, beginning with D.W. Griffith and ending in 1969.Amazon.com
“I can only talk about what has moved me or intrigued me,” says filmmaker Martin Scorsese (Raging Bull) at the beginning of this four-hour documentary about his passion for U.S. cinema. “I can’t really be objective here.” Hallelujah! A Personal Journey with Martin Scorsese Through American Movies is the perfect antidote to the forced and artifi… More >>
A Personal Journey with Martin Scorsese Through American Movies
Listening to Martin Scorsese talk about movies is always a pleasure, and the depth of his knowledge never fails to astound. But in this documentary, Scorsese isn’t really talking — he’s reciting a script, if a very well-written one. This has the very unfortunate effect of dousing much of Scorsese’s spontaneous spark, which is so captivating in other documentaries and interviews (esp. “Martin Scorsese Directs” on PBS’s American Masters several years ago).
And for this 38-year-old non-film buff, most of the movies discussed are either unfamiliar or not-yet-seen — Scorsese states that he doesn’t want to talk about the work of his contemporaries. One ends up making a great list of films to see, but also still longing to hear what he thinks about films you know well.
Rating: 3 / 5
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What a treat, to listen to the most film-literate of American filmmakers (or at least the most talkative) take us through his favorite films. Some of his choices are questionable but he manages to unearth many interesting obscurities, and present them in such a way as to make them look great. You will want to take notes, and make many trips to your local video store for future rentals. Be warned though. Many of the films he recommends highly look more interesting in this film than they do in real life. Listen to Scorsese discuss Shock Corridor, and then try to sit through Shock Corridor. Don’t be surprised if you start to doubt Scorsese’s judgement afterwards.
Rating: 3 / 5
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Some people think I’ve seen a lot of movies, but I haven’t seen anywhere near as many as Marty has. I wish I had seen all of the ones documented in this film before watching it.
This documentary is very well done, and extremely entertaining to people who would like this sort of thing. It introduced me to many movies that I have never seen before and piqued my interest in watching them in the future. However, on many occasions, Marty either shows clips from the ends of films or describes how the movie ends. I started fast-forwarding past any clip that looked suspiciously climactic.
It’s an uniquely entertaining and educational film, but it might ruin a few films for viewers in the process.
Rating: 3 / 5
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Scorsese dazzles you with his knowledge of film. I’ve heard of most of these flicks, but Martin has actually watched them and decoded them scene by scene. You get the feeling he’d be a real trivia jukebox at parties.
Of course, Scorsese’s analysis of directors would boil down to strategic types! Mr. S doesn’t screw around: art may result but moviemaking is in large part about how one uses the current picture to solicit funding for the next one.
I may be an aspiring writer with no dreams of Hollywood but I would recommend this series to anyone who is serious about achievement in any art. Historical knowledge, good storytelling, superb technical execution, and a military mind are the keys to success in all creative endeavors.
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A great intro to American films by the scholar/practitioner Martin Scorsese. I wish he had even more time to show even more.
Rating: 5 / 5
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