Reviews
Sweet November (1968)
also one of my top ten movies of all time
Today I read the sad news that Anthony Newley had died, on April 14, 1999. It recalled to mind one of my favorite movies: Sweet November. It is a movie which the New York Times obituary did not even bother to mention but one which touched me. I saw the movie in college in 1968 and have not had the chance to see it since but I have never forgotten it. As the other user comment on this site indicates, it is a tender, moving, love story and is probably primarily a "woman's movie." But I am a man and I have to say I loved and enjoyed it. Over the years I have mentioned and recommended this movie to friends and,sadly, invariably they have never heard of it. That is too bad: I highly recommend Sweet November; it is well worth the trouble of locating a copy and taking a look!
How the West Was Won (1962)
Inspiring epic movie wonderfully cast, photographed and scored
This is an inspiring epic movie with an excellent cast, great locations beautifully photographed, moving action, and a wonderful score. Unfortunately most of the effect of this movie is completely lost when shown on the small screen. It must be viewed in the original Cinerama to be appreciated. It is, of course, difficult to view this movie in Cinerama today but it is still possible. The New Neon Theater in Dayton, Ohio, USA offers occasional showings of How the West Was Won in original Cinerama and it is well worth the trip to see this movie the way it was meant to be seen!