Bubi

I don't underestimate Forman at all; on the contrary, I consider him a great director, right from his early days in Czechoslovakia: The Firemen's Ball. As for Nicholson, the character seems tailor-made for him, one of his best performances. Nicholson manages to shine even in roles where he plays a military man, just look at A Few Good Men or The Last Detail; I enjoy him even more than in The Shining.

It was '91, I lived in Cesano Maderno for 7 years, and with my "girlfriend" I often went to Milan; she would window shop while I went to the cinema. After watching Cape Fear, I felt inspired to write a story, not knowing to whom I could show it, I thought of Morandini who wrote for Telesette. I managed to contact him by looking in the directory because Morando Morandini isn't a very common name. He set up an appointment, and I showed up completely drunk, but he was very kind, even more so, he read the script and gave me some advice. Then, every time I went to his house, I always had a bottle of whiskey in me, but he had gotten used to it by then. Now I've been sober for a few years, otherwise, I wouldn't be here writing.

Pippo, and zeroincondotta, every time I see Bevilaqua on TV, I can't help but think he's an idiot, with his wrong and out-of-place comments-judgments. I don't even think he's good as a writer, but I'll never know. By the way, I would like you to write a list of the best books you know. I’ve known Morandini for many years, Pippo; he was the first one I had read my first screenplay. He gifted me his dictionary. Here’s a copy-paste of what he thinks about the film: Federico is married to wealthy Giovanna. They live in her father's house in Rome. Giuseppe, his father, is a craftsman who was a brave anti-fascist and lives in his native Parma, in a "world" quite different. The second film of the writer from Parma, adapted from his own novel (1966, Campiello Prize). Unresolved and convoluted, with a few successful pages. Tognazzi, decent in the role of the son, is excellent as the father. He gives it 2 stars. Zeroincondotta, if you want I can also send you a couple of screenplays if you feel like reading them, but you need to contact me privately.

But Dylan Dog, in my opinion the best comic is Blueberry, the one with Belmondo's face, not to mention the Breccia, both father and son; as an artist, I prefer the father... and then there's the great Robert Crumb as well.

Great Marx brothers, especially Groucho, I watched the movie a long time ago, I don't remember it well.

You’re right, kosmogabri, Gere is not Belmondo; however, in my opinion, the Frenchman's performance in this film is his best one. (Among those I've seen)

With her elegant demeanor and her way of speaking as a foreigner, Seberg has captivated even me; unfortunately, I believe she passed away prematurely after several years of depression.

peggiopunx, you claimed that the Pistols and the Clash were among the first to earn from Punk; I replied because, in my opinion, it means nothing—every musician wants to earn. Then I mentioned Richard Hell because I thought you didn't know about him (I was mistaken). Of course, Malcolm McLaren was quite the sly fox. Bye, if you want we can leave it here; I'm going to watch the game now.

peggiopunx that comparison might be fine, but what does it mean? The Ramones also profited, just like Richard Hell, who started before both the Pistols and the Damned. Moreover, Richard Hell, because of his look, was a model for Malcolm McLaren, whom you mention. Being Punk doesn't mean you don’t want to make money.

If you feel boredom and you don't know many of these bands, I recommend the compilation All That Punk. It's three CDs featuring around thirty groups (including the Dead Boys) that showcase the best of their work. I'm not doing this to promote myself since I've reviewed all three albums, but because I sincerely believe it's an excellent collection; by the way, I paid only 15 euros for it.