Chopin Prelude No 4 via Five Easy Pieces

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[barbara19612]

My! But he WAS good looking then

[hospitalship1]

Youth, alienation, the angry young man still striving to find himself, young artist's struggle, generational and intellectual angsts and conflicts experienced between different classes and educational attainments of individuals. Youthful alienation growing up and livin gin the world.

[Huddiethegreat]

I always fake a bit of Chopin for the ladies

[viencmuzikanc]

look at the scores in 0:32 - that`s not the right piece... :)

[FabioGhibli]

@viencmuzikanc

It had not to be. : ) In the picture he just sit there and plays the first piece that comes to his mind...

[Lillogambino]

It is quite sad actually when they foccus jack's pics as a young fellow, and nowadays, there he is an old man already...and all that time away from his family...that old man remindes me of my father...the silent look on his face...

[DoubleDdub]

I make music for my people !

[holdsmobile]

I always thought Jack plays this, he learnt the piano for the film, could be wrong. But this is the crux, the still centre of this film that is so busy, with its short cuts. The magic is the script I think, wow. No other hollywood film really deals with class like this, deals with the failure to fulfil what is expected for the middle class, that loves the working class but realises Robert Erioca is foreign to that. THis is a road movie, and this moment in the film is where it all collesces.

[Chad48309]

@holdsmobile I don't think the film necessarily "loves" the working class. It definitely acknowledges triumphs and failures of each, focusing on a man completely ripped between the two and unable to make peace with either.

[cygnett33]

Mr. Jack, I'm a huge fan and I think this is a great movie, and you're getting better with each new film.

[thenotoriousadin]

i miss jack nicholson. how old is he now?

[FrankRabbit600]

@thenotoriousadin He's turning 73 on the 22nd.

[BSFBOPE]

jack really was a great actor before he went nuts, people so often forget that his early work offers some of the best performances on screen ever, 5 easy pieces, chinatown, one flew over the cuckoos nest, all master work we could use an actor like this nowadays...

[integral]

@BSFBOPE before he went nuts (:

ya, feel the same way

he kinda lost it around the time he played the Joker in Batman

five easy pieces and chinatown are just incredible performances

[l11432]

@BSFBOPE -perfectly put!  best wishes!

[creampackage]

I love it when they put this in the Jackulator calls

[freezatron]

I would like to see this film

[hurting]

I love the pan over the family photos - it really captures the weight of growing up in that kind of family, and also the power of the father who, in spite of being unable to speak (or perhaps even morseso because of it), looms over the entire film and the main character's life.

This is such a great film, and I think it's a minor shame that it's best known for the diner scene (as good a scene as that is), because that scene actually tells you so little of what the film really is.

[theuniversebecoming]

I was watching this today, as I do about once a year; I am glad someone else 'gets' this...it penetrates...

[BSFBOPE]

this was a great film, films used to be great and jack used to be a really great actor then, too bad those days are long gone...

[marston5000]

Excellent!!! I can listen again, and again, and again.

[pendragonU]

as somebody else was asking,what was the whole point of the movie,you can find it here in this moment.He found out he didn't want to be hold down anymore in some golden frames as the pictures,paints you see around in this shot.

Even of those that became her golden cunt.

Let Music free,it is easier,admirable bird to respect.

[skuderjay]

What a beautiful shot. This is one of my favorite scenes in the movie.. the camera work and the editing in this film are just fantastic.

[skuderjay]

what does complexity have to do with beauty? or impact?

[cutis1000]

What does complexity have to do with beauty? There are many levels and layers of beauty. Complexity can be beautiful in and of itself the same way simplicity is. Nothing wrong with this particular piece by Chopin. Just not clear why anyone would find it there favorite rendition if they haven't heard other renditions. Nevertheless, I like the fact that it's Nicholson performing the piece.

[skuderjay]

what kind of answer is that? this is youtube.. you're supposed respond with aggression... and call me a name or something.. . I think it's a rule or something.. :-)

[claraboomday]

jack and karen shoulda won awards..what about E.Woodward in the wickerman?

[MANTLEBERG]

Some moveis before the advent of digital sound, had a special quality, the optical tracks, gave a special originn to work like this, re-mastered tracks sound dead.

[elasticmachinery]

exactly.

[scarllett5]

Who is really playing?

[straycoolcat]

Jack is really playing. The notes are genuine.

[BlueRachelC]

Yep Awesome Song but I first heard it on the notebook and I was wondering that about Rachel Mcadams? does she play or not?

[musicisalright]

okay, he probably doesn't play here, but does anyone know whether nicholson actually plays the piano? he seems to be doing it from time to time in his movies, at least.

[dnggitg]

My favorite Jack Nicholson performance and one of my favorite movies. And this scene--which reminds me of Bergman's Cries and Whispers, probably because of the soft, somber Chopin and slow-moving camera--is one of the best in the movie. Other great scenes: Jack's behind-the-wheel self-disgust tantrum, the diner tantrum (of course), Jack's calling a pretentious intellectual woman a "creep," and the beautifully bleak ending.

[jans1736]

I've played piano since age 3 by ear. Started lessons at 9. I've played this piece & learned it to performance level. I agree the mid register is unevenly out of tune...I'm wondering if that was for dramatic effect....the higher register sounds basically in tune to me.....hmmm....

[ozzies333]

Those pictures.. How they represent millions of classy artists, musicians..

[seka1986]

Yes, excellent story telling.

[AuthenticPunkDance]

That piano is seriously out of tune.

[hacelocononda]

the sound we hear is out of tune, but it is probably the microphone since the notes seem ok, but the pitch varies randomly.

Good observation

[camthemancan]

I faked some Choppin....you faked a few tears..

[greyhoundfriend123]

I love Chopin!

[caya2594]

I know I love his attitude, he should have won an oscar for that movie

[akvammen]

beautiful!

[doctorx3]

This film is a masterpiece, and this scene is one of my favorite bits from any movie ever.

You see the degradation of the family in this one long pan, and the father's total devotion to music.

Goddammit, my DVD is an older and un-restored copy, with tons of negative burns, hair cracks, and distorted audio. I NEED to get this update.

[seka1986]

The annoying buzzing sound makes this so enjoyable!

[findogsligo]

if you havn t seen this movie GET IT!

low buget movie but GREAT actors and acting!

[seka1986]

low budget?

[findogsligo]

Sorry what i mean is that you don t have to pump millions into making movies for them to be great like they do alot these days!

[seka1986]

I wonder if a movie like this would be made today. No special effects, no car chases, no long music video montage. People wouldn't stand for it!

[findogsligo]

Ya i think film making has turned very bubble gum and very far feched or ott!I feel i can relate to nearly every scene in this movie because its based on reality. anyway takecare!

[immortalperser]

The best reason to watch this movie is Jack Nicholson and how professionally he created the character. In high budget movies, the effect of characters in diminished but the power of producers and directors rule the movie for the most part.

[spazmodicbip]

Haunting wonderful picture ! MASTERPIECE BABY

[MuizeekPhanahtic]

A very vivid and poignant (not to mention, extremely important) scene of "Five Easy Pieces." Robert (Jack Nicholson) revealed a very vulnerable side of himself to the music afficiando, Catherine (Susan Anspach). Bob Rafelson's brilliant direction in this scene is clever because it shows off the real isolation Robert felt living here, and has felt since leaving home. Catherine was clearly drawn to him and his gifts that he let pass him by. Back then in film, so much could be felt without words.

[dindan4]

well i forgot that piece i will replay it

[Dynamis831]

uwielbiam to preludium love it liszka

[ellecto]

does jack nicholson actually play the piano in 'real life' or did he just learn this for the role?

[seka1986]

He had a stuntman.

[BrokenChair88]

No, he didn't Jack plays the piano. His head is attached to his body, which is attached to his arms, which are attached to his hands, which are playing the piano.

[seka1986]

There is a link missing somewhere, maybe from head to body. I don't think we actually see an entire shot of Jack playing the piano. Clever editing and camera work.

[actionjackson9000]

he may be able to play that one first part, on a fake piano, with somebody else actually playing the real music, or they added it in later who knowssss

[87kekeke87]

Jack Nicholson is a talented guy, I wouldn't put it past him. For practical reasons though you're probably right.

[Flankitto04]

The clip is missing the conversation between her and him at the end of the scene. Her vulnerability and his corresponding flippant retort really shows the duality of his character. Agree with everyone, this a great scene, great movie and a great posting

[hinatachansama]

he cant play chopin

[WarriorSoulX]

Nobody could like this movie better than I do! It is my all-time favorite, and I have been "in love" with Jack ever since! This profile shot of him at the piano makes my heart melt every time I see it! He was and is THE BEST (inside and out)! BTW, guess how old I am, folks? I'll turn 73 this year! But I still LOVE "THE JACK"!! If you young'uns have never seen "China Town" or "The Last Detail" -- check 'em out on Netflix! Classic Jack -- If you liked "Five Easy Pieces", you'll like them too!

[bissikrima]

me too !

[hawkssens]

Thanks for uploading!

[sergage]

coda's too fast and loud for my taste

[blibool]

the piana needs a pick me up! tuning needed!

[HuiroCat]

But the off-tuneness is what adds to the mood of the song

[CBsvufan]

I totally agree. Sometimes it can add that little extra to a song, but I can't stand this tune.

(And this is coming from someone who can't always hear the difference between in and out of tune and actually has an out of tune piano herself)

[Spiderking9]

This is a tranquil moment in the film, reflecting on the family portraits, obviously all were musically talented. It's ashame about the "Dad". Probably a genius conductor from the look of the pic before the stroke.

[percphs]

Horrible intonation .... But I suppose it was intentional because it was in a movie and all.

[cbus03]

All-time favorite movie. Somebody has to post the final "conversation" between Bobby and his dad. Jack's performance may be the greatest of all-time, and movies just don't have character studies like this anymore.

[YoknapatawphaKid]

I totally agree! The Chicken-Salad Sandwich scene is classic, but his true revelatory moment with his father is heartwrenching.

[robotoko]

jack plays one of the most complex characters in this flick.

"auspicious beginnings..." (my favorite line)

[cionster]

I thrilled so many people love this movie as much as I do..I was beggining to think this film was a very well kept secret. and only jack's 2nd or 3rd movie I think. Written specially for him I believe.

[bruntlon]

fat city, five easy pieces, hud, last picture show, that about sums it up

[zastro52]

My favorite of all modern films. Can anyone post the scene when "Bobby" has the one way conversation with his father outside? Gawd what a flick!!

[joxster9]

This is the best scene, for the best film.. ever

I say this for personal reason! haha x

[jtslady87]

I love this movie! Seeing Jack play the piano was cool!