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Summary: Another list from AFI, another controversy for film fans
Review: "AFI's 100 Years, 100 Stars" was the American Film Institute's companion piece to their controversial "100 Years, 100 Movies." On the one hand this list is equally controversial; look at how low predictable top 10 stars John Wayne and Shirley Temple are on the list, how we have Mae West but no Alec Guiness, etc. But on the other hand you have to admit that when you get to the second half of the list there is a sharp drop off in the talent level from the top half. You can come up with another 100 films that could have been on AFI's list and made a compelling case for most of them, but I do not think you could do the same with movie stars. This CBS Television Special first aired in 1999 and combines clips from classic films with commentary from some of today's biggest stars, most of whom surely know they are not going to be on this list the next time it is done. If you love the movies and the people who star in them, then you should give this the once over if you missed in the first time around. I bet you see clips from some movies you have never seen and which you are now going to want to check out.
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Summary: Another list from AFI, another controversy for film fans
Review: "AFI's 100 Years, 100 Stars" was the American Film Institute's companion piece to their controversial "100 Years, 100 Movies." On the one hand this list is equally controversial; look at how low predictable top 10 stars John Wayne and Shirley Temple are on the list, how we have Mae West but no Alec Guiness, etc. But on the other hand you have to admit that when you get to the second half of the list there is a sharp drop off in the talent level from the top half. You can come up with another 100 films that could have been on AFI's list and made a compelling case for most of them, but I do not think you could do the same with movie stars. This CBS Television Special first aired in 1999 and combines clips from classic films with commentary from some of today's biggest stars, most of whom surely know they are not going to be on this list the next time it is done. If you love the movies and the people who star in them, then you should give this the once over if you missed in the first time around. I bet you see clips from some movies you have never seen and which you are now going to want to check out.
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Summary: Nostalgic and unforgettable
Review: I saw this TV programme on British television (FILM 4) and I can say that it is well worth a look. It goes through the AFI'S choice of the 50 greatest stars ever to grace Hollywood presented by 50 of today's stars. It provides commentary of the defining roles of such stars as Bogart, Brando, Stewart, Grant and the Hepburn's. It includes such films as THE AFRICAN QUEEN, SUNSET BOULEVARD and THE PUBLIC ENEMY.
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Summary: Brilliant yet Mistaken
Review: I think AFI was trying to spark controversy instead of treating it fairly. One of the guidelines for the stars was popularity. Well, if John Wayne isn't popular enough to make the top 10, I don't know who is! It was a bit surprising to see Bogey finish first, but it sure was exciting. I thought Stewart or Grant would have the title. No matter what, you need to know that even though there are mistakes, the clips of the stars are a lot longer than the 100 Movies list. They take about two or three minutes to profile each. If you get this film, and don't get too upset about surprises, you'll love it!
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Summary: For movie lovers!
Review: Many, many years ago, there was a terrific television special called "Life Goes to the Movies" which was packed with great film clips from the whole history of cinema. Unfortunately, this is not available anywhere, but this AFI program is one of the best I have seen on the movies since then. While the previous 100 Years, 100 movies was okay, it suffered from too much talk and not enough clips. The AFI has learned from that error and given us much more time on clips, which is what it is all about, the movies we love, right? The special focuses on stars who entered films 1950 and before, and whose careers were completed by the time this special aired. The modern stars talking about the past screen legends are very affectionate tributes to people who inspired them. I can highly recommend this DVD.
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Summary: For movie lovers!
Review: Many, many years ago, there was a terrific television special called "Life Goes to the Movies" which was packed with great film clips from the whole history of cinema. Unfortunately, this is not available anywhere, but this AFI program is one of the best I have seen on the movies since then. While the previous 100 Years, 100 movies was okay, it suffered from too much talk and not enough clips. The AFI has learned from that error and given us much more time on clips, which is what it is all about, the movies we love, right? The special focuses on stars who entered films 1950 and before, and whose careers were completed by the time this special aired. The modern stars talking about the past screen legends are very affectionate tributes to people who inspired them. I can highly recommend this DVD.
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Summary: AFI's 100 YEARS, 100 STARS!
Review: SEE 100 of the greatest movie stars from the first 100 years of American movies! HEAR many of today's leading stars drool over the great stars of the past! SALIVATE over the wonderful clips of these stars and then RUN to the closest movie rental star so you can see the ENTIRE FILM! You will be AMAZED at how many of these stars you have never seen! You will be OFFENDED that your favorite stars are ranked so low or left off the list entirely! You will ARGUE with your friends over this list, but NOT as much as you did with AFI's 100 Years, 100 Movies list. You will compare the STARS OF TODAY to these GREAT STARS OF THE PAST and find them pretty inferior. If you missed this CBS special on television, then THIS IS YOUR CHANCE to see it in the privacy of your own home!
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Summary: AFI's 100 YEARS, 100 STARS!
Review: SEE 100 of the greatest movie stars from the first 100 years of American movies! HEAR many of today's leading stars drool over the great stars of the past! SALIVATE over the wonderful clips of these stars and then RUN to the closest movie rental star so you can see the ENTIRE FILM! You will be AMAZED at how many of these stars you have never seen! You will be OFFENDED that your favorite stars are ranked so low or left off the list entirely! You will ARGUE with your friends over this list, but NOT as much as you did with AFI's 100 Years, 100 Movies list. You will compare the STARS OF TODAY to these GREAT STARS OF THE PAST and find them pretty inferior. If you missed this CBS special on television, then THIS IS YOUR CHANCE to see it in the privacy of your own home!
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Summary: AFI's 100 Years-100 Stars (50 Legends) now on DVD!!
Review: The American Film Institute (AFI) & over 1800 Leaders in the Film Community in 1999 determined the TOP 25 Male & Female American Film Legends from a compiled list of 250 Nominee Stars. The final 25 Male & 25 Female American Film Legends were determined...Many are critical of this Top 100 (50) American Film Legends List, while others praise it. I found after I understood the judging criteria the Final 50 American Film Legends were justified. This was a subjective decision based on the following criteria: STAR QUALITY (charisma, screen presences, mythic persona), CRAFT (acting aptitude & versatility), LEGACY (body of work), POPULARITY (fame) & HISTORICAL CONTEXT. Must be feature length film greater than 60 minutes. Screen debut on or before 1950 but whose death has marked a completed body of work. The TOP FEMALE LEGEND - Katherine Hepburn & TOP MALE LEGEND - Humphrey Bogart. AFI's 100 YEARS - 100 STARS America's Greatest Screen Legends is now on a Full Screen DVD (135 minutes). A 3 hour CBS TELEVISION SPECIAL, Hosted by Shirley Temple with a cast of over 50 stars & Hollywoods Best star commentaries. This 3 Hour CBS Special was presented in a 50 Legend countdown starting with the #25 Female & #25 Male Legend Stars, Ava Gardner & William Holden. Many Guest Stars & Movie Professionals provide commentary and statements regarding their favorite Legends. This is an excellent DVD & a very delightful collectors edition. Shirley Temple does an excellent job in hosting this Legend Special. A must for the DVD FIlm Library. The AFI DVD series introduces us to the complex world of the American Film Legends over the first 100 years. With this list whether we agree or not allows us to experience & get to know these Film Legends & their contribution & how they are immortalized forever in the American Film. Enjoy.
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Summary: A Great Television Special
Review: This is a wonderful t.v. special counting down the top 50 American acting legends. It is done in two parts-the top 25 males and the top 25 females. Even though I disagreed with the ordering of the list, I can't complain over the number one stars. Also, even if your favorite star isn't number one, you can still see clips of there films if they are one the list. Although only 50 stars were honored by the AFI, 50 more introduced them, so that is why it is titled so. Also by the AFI-100 Years 100 Movies, and 100 Years 100 Laughs
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