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Sunset Blvd. (1950). The title of this one is a subtle indication of one of the profound themes of this Hollywood classic. Called the grandfather of flicks which dare to divulge the dark underbelly of Hollywood, this might be one of the finest movies ever shot. From the opening scene to that sublime ending, everything works magnificently. The driving force of this one is in part dignity as it turns to madness. Holdin and Swanson and Stronheim are simply perfect in their parts. The direction and photography are superb. The script was wonderful, being at times subtly scathing or darkly humorous. Even the seemingly absurd scenes are necessary and compelling. Simply a perfect movie experience.
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Fate is my mistress, mother of the cruel abomination that is hope.
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