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One of my all time favorite movies, I know it line by line. I find myself using the "p i g Hog" line as a description. I Love the family relationships and how they can be applied to life now as well as in the past. There are always favorites and the others striving to be the favorite and more popular family member. It shows even the most popular members are only human and have problems also. Of course, having Elizabeth Taylor and Paul Newman to look at doesn't hurt this film at all. Their supreme acting and chemistry in this film seems to simmer below the surface at all times.
If I could only own one DVD..this would be it. Out of the vast myriad of movies that I thoroughly adore..this ranks the number one movie of all time. Maggie (Elizabeth Taylor)is sensational as a woman of determination,loyalty, beauty,class,love and strength. Brick (Paul Newman) immobilizes himself with drink to avoid facing himself. In so doing, he hurts all that love and need him. Big Daddy (Burl Ives) is the ultimate patriarch..self-made millionaire determined to get to the bottom of his family's dilema. The movie is a classic example of the only way out is through..and through they go. As pain and dishonesty erupt into anger and truth, the characters grow and heal. Big Daddy's illness does not deter him from bringing his family together and that he does. The entire cast demonstates the true essence of the roles..bringing each scene beautifully into the next. A movie of pure joy and superb acting!!!!!!!Read full review
Excellent adult entertainment. No murder, no rape, only plenty of alcohol. Raw adult emotions come to the surface and old problems get solved. Great screen play, great acting.
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An all time classic movie and story, no serious film aficionado should miss. Burl Ives is the grumpy overweight millionaire "Big Daddy" who oversees his family and plantation and business empire without compassion, heart and with an iron fist. Ultimately, love triumphs over the chaos that ensues with his families awareness of his impending death. Paul Newman and Elizabeth Taylor performances shine brightly like diamonds, that won each of them best acting awards at the Oscars in 1958. A timeless story.
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the actors in the movie are very beleveable . Burel Ives as big daddy, Paul Newman as Brick a former super star football player and track man from the high school years hiding in the bottle from his past. High drama of family infighting for control and money!!!!
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I first watched this movie in my AP English class and LOVED it! I truly enjoy watching older/classic films, but this one goes beyond all expectations. Elizabeth Taylor is in her prime in the film, astounding all who watch with her beauty and skills as an actress. Paul Newman is not so bad on the eyes as well, but he sincerely gives the character his all. It doesn't take long before the audience is drawn in to the storyline and emotions of each character. This is an experience that just must be had. This film is worth almost any price in my opinion! Buy it, watch it, and enjoy!
In my opinion it's one of the best movies ever written what a great performance by all the characters it really helps you figure out the complications in families and move pass some of what needs to be moved passed
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ome movies never get old. I watched this in Dec 2011 and couldn't get over what a fabulous film it is and was. Sultry, stimulating and rich with palatable drama. I loved it. There's no need for a remake on this one... it's already great. Blessings, Max Rainet. **If you found this information at all helpful, please take a moment to select the "yes" button below. The more people that select the "yes" button, the better the chance this REVIEW is seen by more eBay members.
Paul Newman and Liz Taylor are very compatible and compliment each other in this melodrama. "Big Daddy" was also a major factor in making this movie compelling.
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great movie, i am specific, it is a great movie, elizabeth taylor is fantastic, especialy considering her husband died while she was making this movie, yet she finished it, paul newman was great
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