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1.Love Letters starring: Jennifer Jones, Joseph Cotten, Ann Richards, Cecil Kellaway, Gladys Cooper directed by: William Dieterle February 17, 1998
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This insanely romantic movie, fueled by Victor Young's repetitive but unforgettable love theme, has some of the same sort of overripe, unintentionally hilarious dialogue that makes "The Fountainhead" such an entertaining howler of a right wing melodrama, but Jones and Cotton, with their uniquely delicate emotional interplay, are an irresistable couple and their authenticity saves and sells the movie. Though couched as a romantic melodrama (with elements borrowed from "Cyrano de Bergerac") Rand still manages to interlard some of her trademark loony political cant, mostly through the fey pronouncements of Cotton's old family retainer, Cecil Kellaway, a canny performer captured here at his most insincere. Rand's politics, with their weird blend of authoritarian longing and barely ... Read More

2.Juarez starring: Paul Muni, Bette Davis, Brian Aherne, Claude Rains, John Garfield directed by: William Dieterle September 01, 1998
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The 1939 film "Juarez" depicts the debacle of the French attempt to establish hegemony in Mexico under the auspices of Maximilian von Habsburg. The unlikely combination of characters involved in the fiasco shows that once again truth is stranger than fiction. Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, styling himself as Emperor of the French, was the master manipulator of the affair which sent the Austrian Archduke Maximilian to his doom. Maximilian's consort was the intelligent and mercurial Charlotte (Carlota) of Belgium, a granddaughter of Louis-Philippe, the Citizen-King. Although "Juarez" is a simplification of an extremely complicated series of events, it brings to life the historical reality of such fascinating characters coming together. I personally think that the film was misnamed; it should have been ... Read More

3.The Story of Louis Pasteur starring: Paul Muni, Josephine Hutchinson, Anita Louise, Donald Woods, Fritz Leiber directed by: William Dieterle December 21, 1994
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Paul Muni, who had a propensity for being cast in roles of historical figures scored big in his Oscar winning portrayal in the title role of "The Story of Louis Pasteur". His acting style, honed by years in the Yiddish theatre was perfect for these grandiose parts. Pasteur, a French chemist in the 1860's is ridiclued and scorned by the French Academy of Medicine for his theories postulating the microbial origins of infectious disease. With the rates of death during chilbirth soaring, Pasteur feels compelled to determine why. Although presenting convincing evidence that lack of sterilization is to blame, he is cast out from Paris at the insistence of Emperor Louis Napolean. Pasteur settles in Abois where he perfects a vaccine for the prevention of an anthrax epidemic that is decimating the cattle ... Read More

4.Omar Khayyam starring: Cornel Wilde, Michael Rennie, Debra Paget, John Derek, Raymond Massey directed by: William Dieterle November 11, 1998
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Let's face it--most people (not all) want to see this, to see the beautiful and extraordinarily talented Yma Sumac. She is included in the cast credits (even touted) yet she is in it all of a few seconds. I agree with the other reviewer, she was featured no more than an any extra. And other than her, the movie isn't so interesting. What is somewhat ironic about this, is that Sumac's only other U.S. film, "Secret of the Incas" is not at all interesting except for her parts, as well! In truth, it was she, not Paramount, who decided she would do no more films.

5.Salome starring: Rita Hayworth, Stewart Granger, Charles Laughton, Judith Anderson, Cedric Hardwicke directed by: William Dieterle June 02, 1998
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Salome is not a movie that sticks close to the Biblical account of the story .The script by Harry Kleiner ,based on a story concocted by Jesse Lasky Junior ,embroiders the Biblical tale and makes a great many changes,,in particular by absolving Salome of all blame for the fate of John the Baptist ,the guilt for which is laid squarely at the feet of her mother,Queen Herodias(played by the excellent-as ever-Judith Anderson).It also ignores the account given by the eminent Jewish historian ,Josephus who claims she went on to marry two members of her own family ,Philip the Tetrach and Aristobulus .Provided ,however that you are not a stickler for such things as historical accuracy ,this is a ripe and enjoyable melodrama. Salome -the lustrous Rita Hayworth -is banished from Rome by Caesar (a cameo from Cedric Hardwicke)who ... Read More

6.Portrait of Jennie (1948) / Movie starring: Jennifer Jones, Joseph Cotten, Ethel Barrymore, Lillian Gish, Cecil Kellaway directed by: William Dieterle May 24, 1990
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The Portrait of Jennie is a great movie. I would consider it a classic. Jennifer Jones and Joseph Cotten are superb! Movies that involve time travel are fascinating and this particular movie is very well done. It's a beautiful story.

7.Duel in the Sun starring: Jennifer Jones, Joseph Cotten, Gregory Peck, Lionel Barrymore, Herbert Marshall directed by: David O. Selznick, Josef von Sternberg, King Vidor, Otto Brower, Sidney Franklin July 14, 1998
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This has always been one of my favorites westerns, although I never went to the trouble of getting a DVD version, until it came up on my Amazon recommendation list. I ordered it right away, and received the usual good Amazon service, and quick, free shipping, and have not been disappointed. Gregory Peck is one of best actors, and makes the movie, playing the bad guy this time, instead of his usual hero role. I can personally recommend this movie, going against a number of the negative reviews that are posted here.

8.The Hunchback of Notre Dame starring: Charles Laughton, Maureen O'Hara, Cedric Hardwicke, Thomas Mitchell, Edmond O'Brien directed by: William Dieterle June 11, 1996
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Sure, it's early Hollywood - Maureen O'Hara's hair remains perfectly styled even after she is tortured - but the film remains for me as fresh and wonderful as when I first saw it in the 1930s.

9.September Affair starring: Joan Fontaine, Joseph Cotten, Françoise Rosay, Jessica Tandy, Robert Arthur directed by: William Dieterle September 30, 1992
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I have watched this movie a few days ago. Throughout I was wondering how I never purchased this movie earlier and made it part of my collection. The scenary was great; the exotic Capri locations made every moment sheer delight. Joan Fontaine is perfect for the role she portrayed. Francoise Rosay, who plays Fontaine's friend and mentor, happens to be a very famous and talented French actress. The antique furniture shown in her villa was absolutely tasteful and beautiful. I highly recommend this movie to all of those who collect classics.

10.Prince & The Pauper (1937) starring: Errol Flynn, Claude Rains, Henry Stephenson, Barton MacLane, Billy Mauch directed by: William Dieterle, William Keighley September 01, 1998
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The Prince and the Pauper Great family classic. Wonderful story. One of my all time favorites. The only problem is the sound. Since it's an original and an oldie, the sound isn't so great. That's the only reason I gave it 4 stars.

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