Caprice
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Movie Reviews of Caprice
Movie Review: Awesome MOD Doris Day!
Summary: 5 Stars
One thing you will notice with this very lush production is just that. IT's LUSH! Alot of money went into producing this film and it shows. Doris' favorite cinematographer, Leon Shamroy (Dr. Zivago, Glass Bottom Boat, etc) really did a great number on this film. Doris Day is one of a handfull of true film stars that did justice to the MOD look. Ray Aguyahan (sp?) did the costumes as he did for Doris' Do Not Disturb and Glass Bottom Boat. They are awesome.
Just as a tidbit of info, Cher, not the singer actess, ownes many of Doris' costumes from Do Not Disturb such as the orange sequence gown, and some from Caprice. Debbie Reynolds owns many too. She owns the mermaid outfit from Glass Bottom Boat and hopefully they will display it in her new museum in Branson, MO when it gets going.
Another bit of info is that Caprice is Doris Day's last commercial recording. It was released in 1967 as a Columbia single and was backed with a nice song by Johnny Mercer called "Sorry". These are avail on different collection CD's. I guess Doris thought that her style of singing was over and she just didn't want to do it anymore. Her son, Terry Melcher said that "When she thought she was just one inch past her prime, she quit." But she wasn't past her prime, that's for sure. He tried to get her into a recording studio many times, finally succeding in 1985-6 for her "Animals Are My Best Friends" series on CBN. WOW, what a voice!
In 1967, my uncle who was an actor, took me to Twentieth Century Fox where I was able to tour the Caprice sets. They were all shut down because Doris had a pinched nerve in her back and was in the hospital in traction. The sets were somewhat dark, but sure was fun to sit on that swinging bed for a moment or two. I remember dust had formed on everything somewhat....also we went down to publicity and I was given a few stills from the film and one that was trashed, but he pulled it out for me to have....never ok'd for release. They were nearly at the point of scrapping the film because it was costing so much money while Doris Recouperated.
I believe this would have been an excellent vehicle for a second reunion with Carry Grant and Doris. This film had all the lush richness that this man would have fit into perfectly and would have given it a much more charismatic coupling than that of Richard Harris with Doris.
Doris Day was signed to do this film by her husbund Marty Melcher without her knowing. He had power of atty and frequently did this to her. She was never madder at him! A terrible verbal fight between them ensued. You will never detect this in seeing this film. That's the ultimate professionalism of this superstar.....DORIS DAY. Instead of rebelling further, she simply did nothing to promote it at all beyond what was required by the studio. One example is she did NOT attending the premire.
Also during the filming of Caprice, Richard Harris consulted Doris about singing because he intended to start a singing career at that time, and he did. She coached him! What a girl!! We will NEVER see the likes of Doris Day again. Very few people, in fact no one has all that talent in one individual...NOT LIKE THAT! And those looks! Shew.......!
Doris Day lives in Carmel, CA on a gorgeous 11 acre estate full of dogs, cats, birds, and who knows what else! She has outlived most all of her family and friends from the movie days, and is a beautiful woman in her early to mid 80's.
I declare that Doris Day is one of America's MOST PRECIOUS TREASURES. If you don't believe me, just watch her; listen to her; you'll see. Watch children discover her for the first time....or anyone. The look in their eyes and the uncontrolled smile on their faces hearing her voice. She literally touches your soul....you'll see.
Movie Review: DORIS DAY IS SUNSHINE...
Summary: 5 Stars
The review from Jeepster01 "DoDozboy" sums up in a nut shell how marvelous Doris Day is. I am also a fan of Doris Day. My soul smiles when I'm watching one of her movies. She reminds me of sunshine and flowers. I have a large collection of her movies and when I just want to feel 'happy' I'll watch them. My favorite comedies are "Pillow Talk", "Lover Come Back", (Tony Randall is hilarious in both of these), "The Thrill of it All" & "Move Over Darling" (which is FINALLY being released on DVD this month). My favorite drama is "Love Me or Leave Me" and suspense " Midnight Lace", musical "My Dream is Yours" . I think every famous male actor of that time wanted his name shared with hers on movie billboards. She is fantastic in every genre of film and a gifted singer. I'm also a fan of her singing. What a voice! Again, when I feel I need a lift I'll put on her CD's. She brings class and elegance to the fashion industry. She epitomize class and pizazz. There's something to be said about an actress and actor who consumes your being when watching them perform. If they can make you laugh or bring a tear to your eye then they have what it takes in my book! She is a fantastic actress who lives in my heart. You can't go wrong with any movie Doris Day stars in.Movie Review: Doris, you make my Day!!
Summary: 5 Stars
Doris Day's image has sometimes been mocked as 'the good girl.' To me she's the 'good girl who got the guy'--and what guys! Cary Grant, Rock Hudson, James Garner, Rod Taylor...and in "Caprice" Richard Harris gets the honor as a 'cockney James Bond' double-agent who becomes Doris' worst and sexiest complication as she goes undercover in the cosmetics industry to find her father's killer and bring an international narcotics ring to justice. I have always loved this movie and was delighted to find it on DVD at last. The plot is, well, the ultimate hair spray/swinging beds, but who cares? It's a lot of fun, great music, the clothes and sets are gorgeous, and as usual, Doris gets her man. If you're a fan of the goofier spy spoofs of the '60's as well as "Austin Powers," get "Caprice." You won't regret it.Movie Review: Best Doris Day Movie Ever!!
Summary: 5 Stars
Doris Day acted in many Wonderful movies..and i enjoy them all..but for me..this is my favorite..it is suspenseful..romantic..and funny..Richard Harris is a Marvelous leading man who seems to have an underlying Real Life chemistry with Doris..something i dont see very often in her movies..and Doris Day was really at her Best in this film ..acting..singing and even preforming some very funny physical comedy..the movie has that sixties trippy funny appeal.. a bit like the monkees tv shows..or other films which were considered Hip in that time in american history..add to all this an Awesome soundtrack..which i wish would be rereleased on cd...Enjoy..Movie Review: Our favourite gal
Summary: 5 Stars
Are there any bad Doris Day movies? I doubt it. Her movies are escapism at its best. One forgets your worries, problems and escape to another world for an hour or two. Glad to see both Caprice and Do not disturb are available on DVD. I do not think there is another actress with the talents of Doris Day on the scene. The current young generation does not realise what they missed during the Doris Day era. Caprice (as I recall) is an excellent comedy, spy-thriller. Cant wait to see it again. Some older movies of the 1960's, - 1980's have lost their appeal but not Doris Day. Clean, good, holesome fun the way it should be.