Edward G. Robinson was one of the great actors of Hollywood - personally, among male actors of the 30s-40s, I'd only class Bogart, Cagney and perhaps one or two others on his level. Dynamic, charismatic, extremely versatile and always enthralling, he is one of those actors who I can watch and enjoy in anything.
Well-known for a run of superb tough guy/gangster roles, he could also be immensely moving and tender on screen.
As with all great stars, there are many of his films I have not seen but hope to, one day. My favourites from those I have watched to date include:
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Réponse de AusFem
le 14 avril 2017 à 04h13
The only movie I've watched him in was Double Indemnity. I thought he was fabulous. To me he really stole the movie. He definitely had the best lines.
Réponse de rudely_murray
le 14 avril 2017 à 04h28
Agree wholeheartedly. Double Indemnity is surely one of the most rewatchable of all 1940s classics, and Robinson is a very big part of the reason why.
As well as being a great actor, he was a passionate supporter of various human rights causes.
i hope you get to see some of his other movies at some point - he really was one of a kind.
Réponse de AusFem
le 14 avril 2017 à 04h30
I'm definitely planning to
Réponse de wonder2wonder
le 15 avril 2017 à 19h44
One of my favourites is "The Woman in the Window (1944)". It's different, he seems out of character, a bit funny and still in a strange way it feels the same. So relaxing to re-watch now and then.
Réponse de rudely_murray
le 15 avril 2017 à 19h52
Yes, I really like that one too. I have heard many criticisms of the ending of that film but it didn't really bother me - strange movie indeed!