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Of all the Philip Marlowes, Robert Mitchum's in Farewell, My Lovely resonates most deeply. That's because this is Marlowe past his prime, and Mitchum imbues Raymond Chandler's legendary private detective with a sense of maturity as well as a melancholy spirit. And yet there's plenty of Mitchum's renowned self-deprecating humor and charismatic charm to remind us of his own iconic presence. As in the previous 1944 film version, Murder, My Sweet, Marlowe searches all over L.A. for the elusive girlfriend of ex-con Moose Malloy, a lovable giant who might as well be King Kong. In typical Chandler fashion, the weary Marlowe uncovers a hotbed of lust, corruption, and betrayal. Like Malloy, he's disillusioned by it all, despite his tough exterior, and possesses a tinge of sentimentality for the good old days. About the only current dream he can hold onto is Joe DiMaggio and his fabulous hitting streak. Made in 1975, a year after Chinatown (shot by the same cinematographer, John Alonzo), Farewell, My Lovely is more straightforward and nostalgic, but still possesses a requisite hard-boiled edge, and the best kind of angst the '70s had to offer. (By the way, you'll notice Sylvester Stallone in a rather violent cameo, a year before his Rocky breakthrough.) --Bill Desowitz
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Robert Mitchum stars as Philip Marlowe, Raymond Chandler's classic hard-boiled detective. Marlowe's case begins when he is hired by an ex-con to locate his missing sweetheart, Velma. No sooner has Marlowe's search begun than he's beaten unconscious and wakes up next to a corpse. Marlowe's being framed for the murder and he has to clear his name. But what does this have to do with the missing Velma? Marlowe soon finds himself caught between a beauty and a beast as he doggedly follows every clue looking for answers. His quest takes him from the swankiest of nightclubs to the darkest of back alleys. This is Los Angeles in all its 1940's film-noir glory. This is Raymond Chandler at his best and Robert Mitchum in the role of a lifetime. Robert Mitchum, Charlotte Rampling
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By Winnie
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I was eagerly anticipating this old movie classic and was very disappointed and angry when disc would not play due to unauthorized playback which meant to me an illegal copy.
By lebowski52
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I saw this movie on TV and loved it...film noire as it should be... bought the product online, from an Amazon seller. Thinking the sale takes place in North America the DVD would play here.. unfortunately it was a European code..so, not seeing the movie I hated it.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Director Richard Rush presented us a valentine with this incredible film, the third version made from the the 1940 Raymond Chandler novel. At least seven actors have portrayed Philip Marlowe. Robert Mitchum, played the part twice. The first time, in this film, he was nothing short of brilliant; just world-weary, battered, meloncholy, and tough enough to spark this tale into a full flame. His voice-over narrative hit perfect pitch; all gravel, too many smokes, and cheap booze. Mitchum, himself the veteran of several Noir classics, played the gumshoe as comfortable as one's favorite overcoat; a perfect fit. He shuffled lazy-lidded yet irascible and alert, as ready for a sap behind the ear, as he was to be the recipient of the sexual energy radiated off of Charlotte Rampling as Helen, the femme. She, likewise, postured perfectly in the Noir 1940's clothes and hairstyles. John Alonzo, fresh from shooting CHINATOWN, presented us with an LA bathed in just the right mix of golden light and shadow. Jerry Goldsmith delivered another spectacular score, overlapping jazz, blues, and swing, underscoring the action and dialogue masterfully. John Ireland, also a veteran of classic Noir, Anthony Zerbe, and Harry Dean Stanton gave tremendous support with their roles. There was even a couple of glimpses of Sly Stallone ( pre-ROCKY ) as a viscious punk. Some of the critics felt that this lush color film had to try too hard for that Noir feel. I disagree. This movie is a modern Noir classic, even in living color.
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Disappointed
The service was excellent, but the product is a disaster. I cannot play a region 2 disc on my equipment.
Published on Jan 26 2010 by Laura Ann Scaife
3.0 out of 5 stars
The sets look really cheap.
'Farewell, My Lovely' is a likable detective film, but the sets look really cheap and fake. I didn't get the feeling I was back in Los Angeles in the 1930s; I felt like I was... Read more
Published on Nov 8 2003 by Dhaval Vyas
3.0 out of 5 stars
Movie Transcends the Material
The photography is perfect, the score is magnificent. Robert Mitchum was made to play a middle aged Philip Marlowe, and his voice over has all the weariness and angst the most die... Read more
Published on Jun 16 2003 by sweetmolly
5.0 out of 5 stars
"New" Old Time Detective Thriller
To many of the reviews I've read rave on about Ms. Rampling, and while she is good in her small role, this is a Robert Mitchum Movie, and he is very good in it..... Read more
Published on Jun 23 2002 by Gandalf T. Grey
5.0 out of 5 stars
the spirit is dead on
purists might debate whether the deviancies from the novel are to positive or detrimental effect, but Mitchum captures Marlowe in a casual and powerful way. Read more
Published on Jan 28 2002 by Matthew Gray
5.0 out of 5 stars
Flawless .............!
CHARLOTTE RAMPLING!
It's really her movie - she ignites any red blooded male instantly with that first Mitchum meeting [and husband dearest, a beat away from a pacemaker - is... Read more
Published on Jan 28 2002
5.0 out of 5 stars
Robert Mitchum at his best!
I watched this movie yesterday and would have to say i was taken aback at how good this movie is. Arguably the best Phillip Marlowe recreation by an actor, showing how underrated... Read more
Published on Sep 14 2001 by Stanley C Stapleton
5.0 out of 5 stars
Neo-noir at it's best, and above all classic Marlowe!!!!!!!!
"Farewell, my Lovely" is one of the most faithful and well made adaptions of Chandler's work. Read more
Published on Mar 27 2001 by Kristopher Haines
4.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent, but not quite a masterpiece.
This film is a remake of Murder My Sweet with Dick Powell. The earlier version is in black and white and very 40's in its approach. Read more
Published on Mar 9 2000 by smarmer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dick Richards Magic
Very few films can evoke the noir attitude of the 40,s ..this film does on all counts. What better way to start a film than have the baratone of Mitchum narrating the action. Read more
Published on July 6 1999
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