Capo
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Post by Capo on Dec 27, 2006 0:08:12 GMT
12 Angry Men Sidney Lumet 1957 USA A juror with doubts about a trial tires to convince the other eleven of a Not Guilty verdict. A kind of objectification of onscreen subjectivity, and a terrifically handled script relying entirely on dialogue to crank up the suspense. But this is not just a teleplay; the first, introductory shot of the twelve jurors seems to go on forever, thoroughly establishing them in what is to be an overwhelmingly claustrophobic setting throughout. Tellingly, as they become increasingly irritable as the film progresses, the camera gets closer and closer, the sweat more and more visible.
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Post by Valenti on Dec 27, 2006 2:47:03 GMT
One of my favorites.
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jrod
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Post by jrod on Dec 27, 2006 7:32:52 GMT
one of my favorites too. Its amazing to me how pretty much anyone watching knows what the final verdict will be, yet the movie is still so enticing. Every actor gives a distinct and memorable character to the table, with Fonda and Cobb leading the way. Incredibly enjoyable film
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