Cannery Row
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Movie Reviews of Cannery Row
Movie Review: Great movie, great cast, Never go wrong with Steinbeck
Summary: 5 Stars
I debated a little as to whether to give this 4 stars or 5 stars, I see the concensus is 4 1/2, so I guess I fall right in with the crowd. First, this is a combination of two Steinbeck works- Cannery Row and Sweet Thursday, and while it is based on both, don't expect it to precisely conform to the books. One point I would like to make along those lines, and may make now and then in my reviews, is that if you want every sentence and description to be directly out of the book, then read the book! Too often I read DVD reviews with very low ratings solely because they did not exactly match the book. DVDs will always have some interpretation, and certainly some omissions since there is rarely time enough to put all of a book on film. Back to the subject at hand- CANNERY ROW- I had this on VHS years ago, and was glad to see it is now on DVD. The acting is mostly excellent, with the supporting cast, especially Mac and the boys, offering as much as the stars. Reproduction of both visual and sound is good, though some graininess can be seen at times, it is not objectionable. The sets and costume design are adequate. The music, while not something I would typically listen to, fits the film perfectly. Bluesy horn at the right time, honky tonk piano at the right time. I feel this film also has a good balance of comedy and drama. John Huston's narrative, with his distinctive voice, adds a lot. IF I wanted to find fault, I would say that the film at times appears to be a series of smaller events, which might have been tied together a bit better, I personally did not find that objectionable, though. The ending was perhaps just a bit weak, I might have tried a couple of other bits with the camera, maybe had a slightly longer ending. The actors at the end (Nolte and Winger) seemed to have a bit less steam than they had earlier in the film. Don't let that stop you from watching this, though, it is too good overall, to miss.Movie Review: A Terrific Romance
Summary: 5 Stars
I saw Cannery Row when it was in theaters and have had a copy of the film first on VHS and now on DVD. The screen play adapts two of John Steinbeck's books: Cannery Row and Sweet Thursday. Although connected the mood of the novels is quite different with Cannery Row being grittier and realistic and Sweet Thursday more sentimental. Both books make great reading. The film picks up more from Sweet Thursday and the character of Doc (based on marine biologist Ed Ricketts) has nothing to do with baseball in the novels. It goes without saying that the character of the Seer, the injured baseball player, fits the screen play and not the novel.
That said, Cannery Row is a nice romantic comedy and the story is brought to life by the supporting cast as much as the leading actors Nick Nolte (as Doc) and Deborah Winger (as Suzy). M. Emmet Walsh plays Mack, the leader of "the boys," to perfection and the slow witted but physically strong Hazel (one of the boys) is marvelously played by Frank McRae. Audra Lindley plays Fauna, proprietor of the Bear Claw Hotel, otherwise known as the local house of ill-repute. John Huston lends his distinctive voice to the narration.
Cannery Row is a feel good film with comic and heartbreaking moments that are the hallmarks of a great film. The sets are good and the atmosphere of Monterey Bay is nicely captured on film.
Movie Review: One of my favorite movies
Summary: 5 Stars
OK, first let me make it clear that my taste in movies is not quite the same as others. Am I the only guy that likes the movie Tremors? "Stinking weezels!" But I must tell you that this is one of my favorite movies of all time.
Cannery Row is a very nontraditional movie, and even a little quirky. It is sad, almost dark, but funny, and even thought provoking. I mean have you ever tried a beer milkshake? Have you ever wanted to run away and live someplace apart from the rest of society? This movie featured a younger Nick Nolte and Debra Winger. Their characters are attractive and a little sad. I first watched this movie 25 years ago, and still enjoy it. I watched it on vhs recently and today i am going to finally order the DVD.
Get this movie and watch it. Don't pick it apart for it's accuracy or quality of production. Follow the story, imagine yourself in Nolte's shoes. You might be sad and uplifted at the same time.
Movie Review: Lovable Misfits
Summary: 5 Stars
Cannery Row was a delightful romp through both Steinbeck books: Cannery Row and Sweet Thursday. However, more material from Sweet Thursday than Cannery Row. One needs to read both books before viewing this movie so background material on all the characters is known. The movie does not have time to address all that information, but picks up within the Cannery Row story and moves swiftly through Sweet Thursday.
Nick Nolte was rugged enough to give a good performance of Doc and Debra Winger's character was endearing and ditzy enough so that they formed an opposite in characters who attracted each other to answer needs of loneliness within an aura of isolation.
The sets were great and reflected the down-and-out time frame of the story. The viewer was drawn into the day to day world of each of the characters and that makes an entertaining movie to watch. I consider it a Classic for my movie collection.
Movie Review: Cannery Row Is Cannery Gold
Summary: 5 Stars
A friend introduced me to this movie years ago (way before invention of the DVD) and I never forgot it. Among the things I love about this film are the chemistry between Nolte and Winger, but perhaps most importantly the love of each other between Doc (Nolte) and Mack and the boys. The most important lession their relationship taught me is that of contentment. Although they had very little, nothing really, they were HAPPY. You see people, being content with your life doesn't mean you have to have a Zillion things, the latest car and a home in the hills. There are a lot of unhappy people in the world who have it "all" and they are still not happy. Mack and the boys have nothing but the friendship and love of each other and they ARE happy. Sometimes life lived simply is the best life of all. John Huston's voice-overs help give the film a quality like no other. A great Sunday afternoon film with a very human message.