There have been many great movies since the 70s, and it’s hard to just pick one “best movie”. If I have But, choose this in 1975 Dog Day afternoonstarring Al Pacino and John Cazale.
Yes I know. The 1970s were the decade of Coppola. I mean, his best movies came from that decade. I know we got it jaw,,,,, Star Warsand Taxi driver In the 1970s.
All of this is true. But, I still believe in Sidney Lumet's Dog Day afternoon The best movie of the decade (this is from the one who loves warriorthis typical 70s movie). So, that's why I think Dog Day afternoon It's the best movie that must be offered in the 70s.
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First, it is based on a true story, but still fascinating
I usually like movies based on real stories, but some of the problems are that they can be Sloooow. Of course, this is not always the case, and I like most biopics. However, some movies based on real stories tend to have rough spots where we learn Too many About the event, not to give us the most interesting details.
Excellent, Dog Day afternoonThis is based on the natural real-life bank robbery of John Wojtowicz and Salvatore “Salvatore” without this problem. In fact, the movie never lets go during its 125-minute run. This may be because what really happened is stranger than the novel, and it is an amazing story.
Pacino plays Wojtowicz as Sonny Wortzik, the “leader” of bank robbery. But when one of his two partners Steve (played by Gary Springer) loses his nerves and bail, things go south almost immediately. That only leaves Sonny and his friend Sal, played by the magnificent John Cazale in the bank.
Neither of them knew what they were doing, and the robbery turned into a hostage situation. The rest of the movie includes them negotiating escape, like Spielberg's hidden gems Sugarland Expressthe story has a fatalistic quality, you know criminals won’t get rid of crime, but you’ll take root for them somehow anyway. This is a great thing.
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Also, since it's based on someone who wants to change the gender, it still feels very modern
Now, if you dig deeper into the actual story of John Wojtowicz, you may hear contradictory stories. For example, in a post from Countryside soundmentions how the mafia involves robbery in some way. But the story that first appeared was Wojtowicz's boyfriend wanted to change his gender, and that's the story we got in the movie.
It's about midway through the movie, and we learn about Sonny's true intentions, which is through his boyfriend Leon (played by Chris Sarandon), who wants to change the sexual behavior surgery. Similar to the way Pacino and Cazale are based on real people, so are Leon, because the true person Sarandon’s character is based on a trans woman Elizabeth Eden.
As someone who is determined to lag behind trans rights, I find this a modern modern of a 70s movie. The film is fascinating until we are introduced to Leon, but it becomes even more engaging when we have the actual reasons for the robbery.
And, even if I think I'm a minority Emilia Perez Defense attorney (yes, I'm pretty clear about its many obvious problems), I still think in some way Dog Day afternoon It feels more modern than that movie. Because this is a movie from the 70s!
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John Cazale starred in five Oscar-nominated movies, arguably his best role
Have you heard of “Fredo's Kiss”? It comes from The Godfather Part TwoOn the scene, Michael Corleone (Pacino) kissed his brother, Cazale, on his lips and told him: “I know it's you, Fredo. You broke my heart. You broke my heart!” It's one of the most memorable scenes in the history of the entire movie, and perhaps the best Pacino has ever seen.
That is, I wouldn't say the same for poor John Cazale. He skillfully plays the Corion son in the middle, but like his role, he is often overlooked godfather Movie. His death was probably his most memorable moment. The crazy thing is that Cazale has only starred in five feature-length movies, all of which – godfather 1 and 2, dialogue,,,,, Dog Day afternoonand Deer Hunter – Nominated for Best Picture.
Even so, with the help of Pacino and Cazale's third pairing, I do feel like he's snatching the spotlight this time. In this movie, Cazale is the opposite of his co-star. Pacino loud and loud (not very loud yet Scar face Clumsy, but equally clumsy), while Cazale is quiet and sympathetic.
But it was the quiet place where he stole every scene he was in. His performance is sad, and it’s with you throughout the movie, and by the end of the movie, his face is the one you remember the most.
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There may never be a movie that is hotter than a dog day afternoon
Lord mercy, this is the most popular movie you will watch. I mean, the movie where the Sun plays a core role in the story doesn't even feel like it Dog Day afternoon Indeed, this is indeed saying something.
Given a title, it makes sense too. Because even Life The magazine article “Boy in the Bank” is a suitable description (which is based on the film’s script), which covers more people involved in crime than the activity itself. But, the movie feels like a hot summer day when crime takes place.
This really makes it stand out because I can only imagine how hot it must be baking on the street inside that bank and even outside the bank. You know, I often criticize movies for not making me feel anything, emotionally or physically, but Both are OK!
I feel for everyone in the bank (including criminals and their hostages), but I feel very hot too! Just like, the body is hot. Sweat actually leaked from the screen, which is something I don't think any other movie can say. This actually makes you want to take a shower, I like it.
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The ending will last for the rest of your life
Finally, the ending is one of the most frustrating people you will watch. Now, I'm not going to spoil it here because I want you to watch it yourself, but the conclusion of this movie has been sticking to it since I first saw it (like the ending). Texas store chain massacre), I think this will contact you too.
Honestly, this is the character's reaction. The look on their faces shows everything, which makes you feel frustrated all the time.
This reminds me of the conclusion Midnight cowboy, Where we see Dustin Hoffman’s dead face on the bus, Jon Voight hugs him tightly as you hear the haunted harmonica fade out of the movie Darkness.
Yes, the ending has begun That The level of sadness, this is a conclusion, if you want, this will stick with it for the rest of your life.