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Liked It “The topic of this incredibly researched and well written detailed book is about a new Hollywood emerging from the old one. The liberalization of The Motion Picture Production Code (eventually replaced by a ratings system), the loosening grip of authority on movies by The National Catholic Office...” see full review » see other reviews » |
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“The topic of this incredibly researched and well written detailed book is about a new Hollywood emerging from the old one. The liberalization of The Motion Picture Production Code (eventually replaced by a ratings system), the loosening grip of authority on movies by The National Catholic Office for Motion Pictures, the end of old-guard cultural stalwarts like critic Bosley Crowther of The NY Times, the beginning of adult themes in movies dealing with racism, violence & sexuality, occur because of a new generation of moviegoers (baby boomers) and moviemakers begin to influence decisions made within the movie studios. It details the five movies nominated for Best Picture by the Academy in 1967 from genesis to fruition. The baby boomers artistic and popular taste is represented by a new wave of filmmaking and the rise of a second golden age of studio moviemaking influenced by Warren Beatty, Faye Dunaway, Dustin Hoffman, Sidney Poitier, Mike Nichols, Buck Henry, Robert Benton, David Newman and others.”
sunblazer wrote this review Wednesday, November 18 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Not sure why this was named the best nonfiction of 2008, but I did enjoy it. Fun to read the back story of favorite films. Can you picture Robert Redford as Benjamin in The Graduate? Or Candice Bergen as Elaine?”
Ellen M wrote this review Wednesday, August 5 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Really interesting - lots of details and fun facts about these 5 movies and their journies to the big screen. ”
sheila o wrote this review Tuesday, July 28 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“fascinating and well written book that follows the 5 movies nominated for the best picture oscar in 1968 from the first beginnings of the movie being made, though the awards ceremony. i suggest you rent all the films to watch before reading the book (or refresh your memory if it's been a while). really enjoyed this!!”
Kate O wrote this review Saturday, June 13 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Fantastic - it moves along with the pace of a thriller, but provides you with just the right amount of detail about the production of all of the Best Movie nominees. I will now be rewatching all of the movies discussed by Mr. Harris. Additionally, Sidney Poitier is a red hot motherf**ker.”
Vanessa B wrote this review Wednesday, January 14 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“An engrossing look at the changes in American moviemaking in the mid-late 1960s, using the five nominees for the 1968 Academy Award for Best Picture (Bonnie & Clyde, In the Heat of the Night, Doctor Doolittle, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?, and The Graduate) as the discussion's vehicle. Rich with stories and anecdotes, this is a fun and easy read. Very recommended.”
Lady Starblade wrote this review Monday, August 18 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“This is a tale about the five nominees for best picture of 1967. Mr. Harris has woven together the histories of Bonnie and Clyde, Dr. Dolittle, The Graduate, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, and In the Heat of the Night, beginning with each film's original concept through the night of the Academy Awards ceremony. In 1963 the Hollywood studio system was confronted by a wave of "new cinema" films from Europe; the films that sprang from this confrontation changed the American film industry. The book is meticulously researched, but the author doesn't let his command of the facts bog down this fascinating story ”
pblitt wrote this review Monday, March 10 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
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