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Post by desertdreamer on Aug 24, 2010 9:28:29 GMT
Good morning everyone!
I can't honestly remember the first movie that I saw him in, I only know which ones I absolutely love. The most recent production I saw him in was "Sense and Sensibility," which I absolutely adored, because he plays my favourite character and is truly wonderful in the role. I've long admired his roles, and am happy to have become more familiar with his other works.
I'm still working on "Blackpool" and haven't gotten past the first episode yet. I've mostly been distracted by other works of his, that and Paul McGann. I've skipped around "Our Mutual Friend" because of something that I read somewhere, which to my dismay, was entirely backwards, so I have no idea if I'll ever finish watching it or not. I've been encouraged to do so, but I'm not so sure I want to.
I saw "Hilary and Jackie" and thought that his character was sincerely adorable, especially the part where he was soaking wet, and just smiling at her. I loved him in "The Waterhorse", even though when I got the movie, I had no idea who was in it, only that from the trailer, there was this irresistably adorable little nessie in it. I was very delighted to discover that Morrissey was in it.
Ahh, now I recall the first movie I saw him in, "Captain Corelli's Mandolin". That movie, his role specifically, helped to alter some thoughts I had during the time, regarding the war and soldiers on all fronts; but that's a long story.
I've definitely seen him in "The Next Doctor" and was genuinely hoping that he would be the 11th Doctor. I was so impressed by how he handled the role, that he's become my own "12th Doctor" and have worked it into my fanfics.
Anyways, that's enough for me, eh?
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Post by lilly on Aug 25, 2010 9:31:55 GMT
Welcome! It's always great to have another admirer of Mr. Morrissey's singular talents on board here. I'm presently watching Blackpool for the second time--the first on my very own DVD (though this version has been edited for American television, which annoys me to no end) and if anything, I'm even more impressed with what a tour de force performance it is on this second viewing. I can't recommend enough that you finish watching Our Mutual Friend, however--I think it's an amazing production overall, and especially after reading the book, I was impressed with what a faithful adaptation it was; the first time I watched Blackpool, I was actually struck by certain similarities between Ripley Holden and Bradley Headstone (though of course being played by the same immensely talented actor definitely helps)! Again, thanks for registering and posting; I think I can speak for the other DMF2'ers in saying that we look forward to hearing more from you!  |
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Post by desertdreamer on Aug 26, 2010 8:28:53 GMT
Thank you for the welcome! It's hard not to be an admirer of his, because he just steals the scene! Tonight I introduced my best friend to "Sense and Sensibility" and she agreed with me that Mr. M is truly talented! The first episode alone of "Blackpool" tells me how intense and amazing it's going to be. The random dancing and singing, with parts where you can actually hear them singing, is hilarious. I saw a clip on youtube of "Should I Stay or Should I Go," which is a song I love, and after I saw that, I couldn't get that out of my head. He is such an amazing actor and he can either be really gentle in his roles, or extremely harsh, and it's scary how genuine it feels! I saw the final bit of "Our Mutual Friend", as I was skipping around it a bit to see if it was going to be worth the investment. I happened upon the scene that lead to his last act in the series, and wound up being deeply troubled by it. I can't really go into detail on what, as that would be spoiling, but it's something that I have a deep fear of, and for it to be shown in part, it upset me and if it wasn't for McGann in that final moment, I would have stopped watching it all together. I'm probably being really silly, but my favourite roles of his are where his characters are generally sweet in nature. He can play the villians and not-so-nice brilliantly, but there is just something to be said for his adorable characters as well. And you are quite welcome! I usually lurk a lot longer than a few minutes, but after I saw the message encouraging people to speak, I wanted to say something. I'm not sure if there's much that I can contribute, but I am definitely welcome to discussions! ~ |
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kitty11
Dreams About David Morrissey
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Post by kitty11 on Aug 28, 2010 3:16:43 GMT
Hi and welcome desertdreamer! Nice to have another DM fan about He certainly does...and when you least expect him to as well! Blackpool is but one example ;D Totally! That's a gorgeous moment...in a gorgeously picturesque film. Some of his best acting moments, I've found, are ones where he's completely silent I'm about to cap "Nowhere Boy" where he doesn't say much at all, but you see all you need to see in his posturing and expressions--and that's what makes him so brilliant. "Captain Corelli's Mandolin" is an interesting introduction to DM, as it's one of those roles which fits into his trademark 'villian with a conscience' thang that comprises many of his dramatic works in some way, shape or form. His character's naivety astounded me in that film...that, and Nic Cage's distractingly awful Italian accent, which made the film a challenge for me to sit through  But "Sense and Sensibility"...what a delightful way to have your DM interest piqued! It's a lovely production, agreed, and while Alan Rickman's Colonel in Emma Thompson's version gets a heap of plaudits, I really thought DM's performance was superior in adding latent depth to Brandon's character where it doesn't otherwise exist in the book, given its focus on the sisters (which I imagine you've worked out already!). Hey, there's nothing silly about it! I've had my share of whining how I'd prefer him to do more comedy (and happier roles in general), rather than darker stuff. While it seems his dramatic forte` to do gritty and villianous (although his villians are rarely pure *evil*, except for his character in "Mrs. Mandela"  ), he also does comedic and humble 'good guy' parts terribly well, better than many Hollywood actors who supposedly trade in those lighter kind of roles. And if you're inclined to that vein of work, I'd heartily urge you to see "Born Romantic", where he plays the most adorable oaf I can ever claim witness to  As for "Blackpool" and "Our Mutual Friend", I'd strongly recommend persisting with them. I've only seen OMF once, and found it profoundly tough going...such that I probably won't be inclined to watch it again for a long, long time  "Blackpool", on the other hand, is one of my all-time favourites--it's a brilliant series, although I do know it's also a bit of an acquired taste. But if you wish to see maximum DM adorability, it's a must-see! Anyhoo, enough blabbing from me. Welcome again, and I look forward to hearing more from you about all things Morrissey kitty |
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Illyria
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Post by Illyria on Aug 29, 2010 8:27:42 GMT
Welcome to the board, desertdreamer It's always good to meet another DM fan. Apologies for not writing a longer response like the others have; I've been on holiday for the past week and I think my brain is still away despite the rest of me being home again  |
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Post by lilly on Sept 1, 2010 6:09:46 GMT
The first episode alone of "Blackpool" tells me how intense and amazing it's going to be. The random dancing and singing, with parts where you can actually hear them singing, is hilarious. After Hilary and Jackie (which I barely remembered, apart from as previously noted, thinking Kiffer was a nice bit o' sumpin-sumpin), Doctor Who and Sense and Sensibility, those Blackpool clips on YouTube were my next introduction to Mr. Morrissey's work, and pretty much left me gobsmacked; as I mentioned in one of my earliest posts here, there's something about the willingness to sing and dance when it's obviously not your greatest talent that takes a truly incredible amount of cojones...and his capacity for sheer goofiness well and truly slayed me (leading to my now-omnipresent state of being metaphorically laid out over here on the floor, waving weakly at the passerby, then lapsing back into a protracted swoon). Though I heartily second kitty's recommendation re: Born Romantic.... And if you're inclined to that vein of work, I'd heartily urge you to see "Born Romantic", where he plays the most adorable oaf I can ever claim witness to ...not in the least because you will never regard Tabasco in quite the same way ever again. (And on a personal note, I've recently been adopted by a starving stray kitty--they see the "SUCKER!" and "Crazy Cat Lady" signs on me at this point, I reckon--and while "Hobbs" was a significant name contender all along, I've finally chosen to go with, "Fergus" on the grounds that just like Mr. Morrissey's character in that film, he's blonde, adorable, and looking for a special someone...who he eventually finds.) For the record, we're really not too spoilerphobic around these parts, particularly not when it comes to a series originally broadcast in 1998 that derives from a novel published in 1864. IOW, don't sweat it. Aw, sorry to hear that. {{hugs}} If it's going to exacerbate your issues, then you definitely shouldn't watch it (part of why I told celia I would watch Centurion if she watches U Be Dead is because I've had to contend with a few stalkerish exes), but maybe if you read the book first--or at least the Cliff Notes, as it is a pretty time-consuming read--you could put the events in their proper fictional perspective...? Because I think it's one of Mr. Morrissey's most compellingly nuanced performances and absolutely not to be missed if you appreciate his work, but of course I trust you to keep your own counsel on this. You have plenty of company in that regard. and you're not being in the least bit silly about it--as I said about finally getting to see Blackpool in its entirety, I kept thinking, "Jeez, he does this SO WELL[/i]," and wondering why he doesn't accept more roles in a lighter vein (though to judge by his IMDb CV, I still haven't seen a great deal of his work and probably never will unless I get a region 2 DVD player, as I'm not entirely sanguine about torrenting, just on a moral level). *clappy hands* That is exactly the response I wanted to elicit!! (Hear that, all you other quiet lurkers? C'mon and pipe up already, cos I know that you ain't all Googlebots!) All contributions are absolutely welcome, and downright encouraged! |
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), he also does comedic and humble 'good guy' parts terribly well, better than many Hollywood actors who supposedly trade in those lighter kind of roles. 
"Blackpool", on the other hand, is one of my all-time favourites--it's a brilliant series, although I do know it's also a bit of an acquired taste. But if you wish to see maximum DM adorability, it's a must-see!
