Sextette
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Movie Reviews of Sextette
Movie Review: Humor, Folks! That's what it's all about!
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm not certain if most criticizing this film so callously are simply a bit daft when it comes to the gist of British humor, but they seem to be missing the vital dynamic of the movie entirely. Think of any Austin Powers movie. Are they intended to be serious Hollywood musicals with deep meaning that exhibit an abundance of musical genius? Not at all...because Mike Myers KNOWS his British humor. Wayward plots involving any combination of 'spies', sexual innuendo and campy musical numbers where characters are prone to break into song at nearly any random point throughout the film are classic trademarks of what we commonly refer to nowadays as 'spoof'. Ms. West was obviously very innovative and ahead of her time. I think it was absolutely brilliant of her to allow it filmed in such a manner. Very tongue-in-cheek! Bravo, to an extremely intelligent and elegant lady, rest her dear soul.
And also for those critiquing Tim's singing voice and phrasing during "Love Will Keep Us Together", he played it brilliantly as well; delivering the lyrics very in-tune with the highly upper-class 'stiffness' of Sir Michael Barrington--a British Secret Service agent who wouldn't know how to properly sing a Captain and Tennille pop-tune to save his sweet life. I absolutely applaud his unique sense of humor in tailoring the song to aptly suit the character. I have never known a better actor, nor will I ever. I found this movie utterly delightful years ago....and find it the same today, especially after having not seen it for some time. For those harsh critics, I suggest re-watching. However, this time with the lighter expectation of one not in search of great musical depth, but an appreciation for that which is better known as satire.
Movie Review: MAE WEST IN COLOR!!!!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I'll tell you a candid review, ok I got this video because it's the opportunity I've found to see her in COLOR! it is sad that these reviewers on here are so fixated on Mae West being 80 in this movie. *I* for one would never have guessed she had been *that* freakin old. But glad she is, and she captures the heart of this 30something year old man who is absolutely captivated by her (well, what warm blooded man isn't?).
Maybe I just personally love Love LOVE fluffy maribou feathers, shiny rhinestones and diamonds, and fancy fancy gilted and quilted, silk and velvet adorned bedrooms and european furniture, which this movie has plenty of. The bed is carved as a SWAN, and has a maribou black and white feather at the head! oooh.
And IF Mae West is really 80, like they say on here, then YEAY! She still HAS "Stuff", and although you don't see any 80 year old so bold nowadays, you know, SHE manages. She's the same as when she was younger, but in COLOR! Yeay yeay yeay - I don't know about the story, I'm fixated at the furniture and costumes. The man is appealing too, but what man in love isn't.
Movie Review: go for it!
Summary: 5 Stars
I too expected this film to be a total waste of time, but tomy surprise it's a delicious piece of camp, funny and silly and delightfull....not hard to sit through and with a lot of campy hilarious songs.....ANY fan of Mae west will enjoy this and the ones who don't and complain about it being ridiculous and somehow unbelievable have never ever understood the meaning of camp..or do you think Mae was REALLY being a sex symbol in the 30's ...of course not, she was a survivor who made her life out of parody and high camp humor, she understood this, well into her eighties.....and whatever Tony Curtis says(talk about overblown ego's and growing old DISgracefully THERE!)it doesn't look to me as if she was being wheeled around on the set or had problems with her lines.....by the way, I loved her wig, much more than the ridiculous carpet mister Curtis supports these days!Movie Review: or 1???
Summary: 5 Stars
It m a y depend on your mood. If u r a highbrow critic and only embrace "La Strada", Bergman, Fellini, Minnelli, "Cabaret" and so forth u may be the 1 giving this film only 1 point...
But IF u have a sense of humour, satire and respect for ageing superstars NOT past their prime - this is the 1 for u...
Naturally, Miss Mae delivers her most famous lines and there are moments of embarresment - but on the whole - she still is magnetic and of amazing vitality being at the age of 86....
The supporting cast is god(Dom DeLuise a REAL TREAT) but so is Timothy, Ringo and Tony...
Yup, the musical sequences are below average, but as I pointed out, is done with an awareness of humour...
Many a spectator would wish Mae West had`n done this, but I must say, she does NOT come badly out of it...
Movie Review: A REAL JAW-DROPPER!!
Summary: 5 Stars
What an incredible movie! Whatever were they all thinking? For sheer kitch,it's got the lot: an extremely old movie star who looks like she's wheeled in and out of shot after her lines - maybe for some more formaldahide - and who acts like she's still sexually attractive, glamourous and not in her 80's! It's got that extremely naff Englishness that happens when they try to make a Hollywood type musical, and since it's 70's vintage, the clothes and hairstyles and choreography are just laughable. All in all it's so bad it's brilliant. You'll be gobsmacked at Timothy Dalton's performance (he must have really needed the money!) In fact, this is a real hysterical jaw-dropper! Loads of fun - don't miss it - it's one-of-a-kind!