Tag Archives: Paul Newman

Paul Newman’s Farewell (film: Road to Perdition – Sam Mendes, 2002)

The tradition of big Hollywood actors playing the roles of crime family bosses is well entrenched in the history of American cinema. About halfway between Marlon Brando and Robert De Niro we have Paul Newman, one of the most impressive … Continue reading

Posted in movies | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

the odd charm of the cold war films (Film: Torn Curtain – Alfred Hitchcock, 1966)

I love seeing films half a century after their initial releases. It’s not only a cinematographic experience that in many cases brings up unexpected gems, but also an opportunity to compare the acting and directing styles, the technical means, and … Continue reading

Posted in movies | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment