I've got to say, I saw Julie Christie in Dr. Zhivago, and I thought she was pretty as a blond. But here her hair is dark and she looks beautiful!! I think it brings out her eyes more, gosh she looks great.
@CarlHalling :- Her part as Fanny was so good. I used to go drinking with her at the Nova Scotia pub on the docks in Bristol. She was a lovely person to be with and a fantastic cook.
So true. I first saw her when I was a teenager at boarding school; they showed "Crowd", and it became one of my favourite ever films. Her screen time was relatively small, but she was captivating in every scene she was in. I knew so little about her; yet was such an admirer. And then I'd read she passed on. But that you actually knew her, Laurie...that's amazing!
I wondered what happened to her, poor Prunella; she was beautiful wasn't she; an unusual yet fascinating beauty. A better time? I made some fantastic friends, but was no school genius (smile). I think that's why "Madding Crowd" affected me so...we saw films so seldom. "If" made a massive impression on me when I first saw it; McDowell was so charismatic as Mick Travis. I think it was based on Anderson's actual school experiences. So many immortal lines!
@CarlHalling :- She was very beautiful and had a wonderful personality and superb cook. Even our mate Keith Floyd liked it. If.. was based on Anderson's school and so much like mine. I to made lots of friends at school and go to reunions every year. Must admit I hated the strict routine and left age 15 with no O levels etc.
Thanks, Laurie. I had a soft spot for her, and was so shocked to read she'd gone so soon; and yes, she was very beautiful. I think all public schools of that era, which was a transitional one don't you think, as the "old era" was fading and the new being born with the changes of the '60s, had many points in common, and Anderson captured much of that. I left at 16, although I had a grand total of 2 "O" Levels to my name! But at 19, I went back to (technical) college and got more.
I only took a handful, maybe 4. I got the French due to having gone to French school, and English grade "6" I think it was. My college has changed so much; it's now co-ed and a lot less "old school". Keith? Yes, he loved his vino didn't he bless him; so did I once, until the sauce almost did for me. My system refuses it these days; may be a survival tactic...
@CarlHalling :- Very wise to keep off the drink. Must admit I do like wine in the evening. I could never keep up with Keith Floyd, which was probably a good thing. My school went co-ed in later years then closed down. It's now used for functions, weddings etc. which is good for the ex pupils as we can rent the place for our reunions. My first reunion was very scary and I almost chickened out at the bottom of the school drive. So many memories hitting me at the same time.
Yes, very much so, I've tried to drink in moderation, but I just get ill. I do miss the odd glass of wine or beer, but there it is. I've not been to a school reunion for aeons I'm afraid to say, but I still often think of my old mates. I know what you mean about memories, I don't think we ever get over them do we.
@CarlHalling :- Very true about the memories. I found going back to the school after 40 years, had a very calming effect on me. I actually stopped smoking and haven't smoked since. I was on 100 a day, so it saved me a lot of money. It was great fun to stay in my old dorm for two nights.
Yes. Things are so intense when you're an adolescent, and particularly so in the hothouse atmosphere of a boarding school, I feel. I stopped smoking about 15 years ago, it was interfering with my breathing; we may have spared ourselves a lot in terms of health thank goodness. I'd like to go back too. Not just yet though, but one of these years soon. It might well have the same calming effect on me.
Espainting.... Do visit to Dorset. Walk along the cliffs from Budmouth (Weymouth) to Knollsworth (Swanage) and you will be back in Hardy's time. Visit Tyneham or Little Bredy and you can imagine the hamlets such a Lower and Higher Weatherbury.
This is great! I'm getting teary-eyed watching it!
That Boldwood was such a Lunk! (Bathsheba should have never sent that Valentine)
I live in NY (US) and this movie version of FFMC was on. The scene where Boldwood shoots Troy, and Bathsheba's subsequent grief really tore my heart out.
I LOVE Thomas Hardy! My Favorite Writer. His landscape descriptions are breathtaking.Makes me want to visit England someday.
Thanks for uploading. This film has always been very dear to me. As has the music by Richard Rodney Bennett. And stunning performances by Julie Christie; Alan Bates; Terence Stamp; and Prunella Ransome.
I've got to say, I saw Julie Christie in Dr. Zhivago, and I thought she was pretty as a blond. But here her hair is dark and she looks beautiful!! I think it brings out her eyes more, gosh she looks great.
missmuggledetector 4 months ago
Terrence Stamp sure was a hottie back then.
RatedArggg 7 months ago
This film remains one of my all time favorites. The story, the actors, the score, are all superb...I find its beauty both lasting and haunting.
A lovely, well done job on the video! Is there any way to upload a few clips? If yes, much thanks!
KellyGreen5555 11 months ago
Sad that Prunella Ransome ie no longer with us.
lauriebooth 1 year ago
@lauriebooth
It really is, Laurie...I never forgot her as Fanny Robin, and when I read she'd passed on, I couldn't believe it. She was such a lovely actress.
CarlHalling 1 year ago
@CarlHalling :- Her part as Fanny was so good. I used to go drinking with her at the Nova Scotia pub on the docks in Bristol. She was a lovely person to be with and a fantastic cook.
lauriebooth 1 year ago
@lauriebooth
So true. I first saw her when I was a teenager at boarding school; they showed "Crowd", and it became one of my favourite ever films. Her screen time was relatively small, but she was captivating in every scene she was in. I knew so little about her; yet was such an admirer. And then I'd read she passed on. But that you actually knew her, Laurie...that's amazing!
CarlHalling 1 year ago
@CarlHalling :- I met her during the time she was doing some TV work at HTV Bristol. She sadly died of breast cancer.
I hope you had a better time at boarding school than I did. The film If.... Sums up my old school.
lauriebooth 1 year ago
@lauriebooth
I wondered what happened to her, poor Prunella; she was beautiful wasn't she; an unusual yet fascinating beauty. A better time? I made some fantastic friends, but was no school genius (smile). I think that's why "Madding Crowd" affected me so...we saw films so seldom. "If" made a massive impression on me when I first saw it; McDowell was so charismatic as Mick Travis. I think it was based on Anderson's actual school experiences. So many immortal lines!
CarlHalling 1 year ago
@CarlHalling :- She was very beautiful and had a wonderful personality and superb cook. Even our mate Keith Floyd liked it. If.. was based on Anderson's school and so much like mine. I to made lots of friends at school and go to reunions every year. Must admit I hated the strict routine and left age 15 with no O levels etc.
lauriebooth 1 year ago
@lauriebooth
Thanks, Laurie. I had a soft spot for her, and was so shocked to read she'd gone so soon; and yes, she was very beautiful. I think all public schools of that era, which was a transitional one don't you think, as the "old era" was fading and the new being born with the changes of the '60s, had many points in common, and Anderson captured much of that. I left at 16, although I had a grand total of 2 "O" Levels to my name! But at 19, I went back to (technical) college and got more.
CarlHalling 1 year ago
@CarlHalling :- I agree with you about "Old Era" You did a lot better than me with the two O levels:)
I left school and went into photography. Pity Keith Floyd is now no longer with us, he was always up for a drink.
lauriebooth 1 year ago
@lauriebooth
I only took a handful, maybe 4. I got the French due to having gone to French school, and English grade "6" I think it was. My college has changed so much; it's now co-ed and a lot less "old school". Keith? Yes, he loved his vino didn't he bless him; so did I once, until the sauce almost did for me. My system refuses it these days; may be a survival tactic...
CarlHalling 1 year ago
@CarlHalling :- Very wise to keep off the drink. Must admit I do like wine in the evening. I could never keep up with Keith Floyd, which was probably a good thing. My school went co-ed in later years then closed down. It's now used for functions, weddings etc. which is good for the ex pupils as we can rent the place for our reunions. My first reunion was very scary and I almost chickened out at the bottom of the school drive. So many memories hitting me at the same time.
lauriebooth 1 year ago
@lauriebooth
Yes, very much so, I've tried to drink in moderation, but I just get ill. I do miss the odd glass of wine or beer, but there it is. I've not been to a school reunion for aeons I'm afraid to say, but I still often think of my old mates. I know what you mean about memories, I don't think we ever get over them do we.
CarlHalling 1 year ago
@CarlHalling :- Very true about the memories. I found going back to the school after 40 years, had a very calming effect on me. I actually stopped smoking and haven't smoked since. I was on 100 a day, so it saved me a lot of money. It was great fun to stay in my old dorm for two nights.
lauriebooth 1 year ago
@lauriebooth
Yes. Things are so intense when you're an adolescent, and particularly so in the hothouse atmosphere of a boarding school, I feel. I stopped smoking about 15 years ago, it was interfering with my breathing; we may have spared ourselves a lot in terms of health thank goodness. I'd like to go back too. Not just yet though, but one of these years soon. It might well have the same calming effect on me.
CarlHalling 1 year ago
@CarlHalling :- Well worth a try, going to a reunion, try and get to stay in your old dorm. Even better if you can share it with some old friends.
lauriebooth 1 year ago
@lauriebooth
Thanks Laurie, I'd love to do that one day. I'm sure it would do me good.
CarlHalling 1 year ago
Espainting.... Do visit to Dorset. Walk along the cliffs from Budmouth (Weymouth) to Knollsworth (Swanage) and you will be back in Hardy's time. Visit Tyneham or Little Bredy and you can imagine the hamlets such a Lower and Higher Weatherbury.
Herblay63 1 year ago
This is great! I'm getting teary-eyed watching it!
That Boldwood was such a Lunk! (Bathsheba should have never sent that Valentine)
I live in NY (US) and this movie version of FFMC was on. The scene where Boldwood shoots Troy, and Bathsheba's subsequent grief really tore my heart out.
I LOVE Thomas Hardy! My Favorite Writer. His landscape descriptions are breathtaking.Makes me want to visit England someday.
Esqpainting 1 year ago
And of course...Peter Finch in one of his most moving roles as the desperately lovesick Boldwood.
CarlHalling 1 year ago
Thanks for uploading. This film has always been very dear to me. As has the music by Richard Rodney Bennett. And stunning performances by Julie Christie; Alan Bates; Terence Stamp; and Prunella Ransome.
CarlHalling 1 year ago
Awesome filim!
Jakey92407 1 year ago 2
lovely
alisoncordin 1 year ago
Thanks for this. Very well done. I love this film and the music.If I havent got time
to watch the whole movie I can just watch this. Bliss !
treherne7 1 year ago
Looks like a dramatic movie with some well shot scenes, like the download , Thankyou~
fraaaaaag 1 year ago
wow, u did a great job putting this vid together w/the music!
Made me want to see this movie, cannot believe I have not
seen this--thought I had seen all these type of mivies-lol!
T.Stamp looks real good in it also and of course Julie is
lovely as always!
Rolfe2009 1 year ago