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Post by Deleted on Jan 25, 2015 19:36:14 GMT -5
Cool Captain America You Tube
Showing the movie serials from the 40's to the Movies of today. Kind of Neat seeing this today!
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Post by shaxper on Jan 25, 2015 19:37:38 GMT -5
Was it a pilot?
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Post by gothos on Jan 25, 2015 20:23:26 GMT -5
I was considering breaking out both Batman serials, but wasn't sure whether they met Chris' criteria for the month. Still hope to get my hands on the Captain Marvel serial one day. It's on youtube, Shax. Just last weeks showed a part of Episode One to a class that was reading Pete Hammill's "Snow in August," in which the protagonist's love for Captain Marvel and crime comics plays a key part in the story. Interesting that Hammill worked comics into one of his novels. Years ago I read a newspaper essay he wrote about a real-life "Batman," who was a kook who allegedly went around fighting crime by torching loan-shark offices. Or so I remember, I didn't keep the essay. |
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Post by gothos on Jan 25, 2015 20:28:05 GMT -5
I was considering breaking out both Batman serials, but wasn't sure whether they met Chris' criteria for the month. Still hope to get my hands on the Captain Marvel serial one day. I've heard that one was really good but I haven't seen it either, I've rarely liked Columbia's serials but after watching their Phantom I'm convinced they must have made some gems so I may need to do some more research. It's funny you mention Captain Marvel actually as Tom Tyler, who played the Phantom, was also Captain Marvel. I like 1949's Batman and Robin(also by Columbia), but I've never really cared for the 1939 Batman though I liked the ending with the crocodiles. Still, all in all I think the serials are some of my favorite superhero movies, and not just because of the nostalgia, I think the energy these early films really captures what I love about superhero comics much better than even the modern films. That's not to say I haven't enjoyed the slew of superhero movies we've been given in the last 15 years, it's just that these older films have more of the simplicity that I often enjoy. You might like THE DRUMS OF FU MANCHU, a serial starring one of prose-lit's best "supervillains." The 1932 MASK OF FU MANCHU is often cited as the best of the "devil doctor" films, but I like Henry Brandon's Fu-performance more than I do Karloff's. |
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Post by thwhtguardian on Jan 25, 2015 20:51:34 GMT -5
I've heard that one was really good but I haven't seen it either, I've rarely liked Columbia's serials but after watching their Phantom I'm convinced they must have made some gems so I may need to do some more research. It's funny you mention Captain Marvel actually as Tom Tyler, who played the Phantom, was also Captain Marvel. I like 1949's Batman and Robin(also by Columbia), but I've never really cared for the 1939 Batman though I liked the ending with the crocodiles. Still, all in all I think the serials are some of my favorite superhero movies, and not just because of the nostalgia, I think the energy these early films really captures what I love about superhero comics much better than even the modern films. That's not to say I haven't enjoyed the slew of superhero movies we've been given in the last 15 years, it's just that these older films have more of the simplicity that I often enjoy. You might like THE DRUMS OF FU MANCHU, a serial starring one of prose-lit's best "supervillains." The 1932 MASK OF FU MANCHU is often cited as the best of the "devil doctor" films, but I like Henry Brandon's Fu-performance more than I do Karloff's. They're racist as all get out but I'll be darned if they aren't pretty well made films which makes my feelings on them pretty conflicted. |
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Post by shaxper on Jan 26, 2015 2:58:06 GMT -5
I've heard that one was really good but I haven't seen it either, I've rarely liked Columbia's serials but after watching their Phantom I'm convinced they must have made some gems so I may need to do some more research. It's funny you mention Captain Marvel actually as Tom Tyler, who played the Phantom, was also Captain Marvel. I like 1949's Batman and Robin(also by Columbia), but I've never really cared for the 1939 Batman though I liked the ending with the crocodiles. Still, all in all I think the serials are some of my favorite superhero movies, and not just because of the nostalgia, I think the energy these early films really captures what I love about superhero comics much better than even the modern films. That's not to say I haven't enjoyed the slew of superhero movies we've been given in the last 15 years, it's just that these older films have more of the simplicity that I often enjoy. You might like THE DRUMS OF FU MANCHU, a serial starring one of prose-lit's best "supervillains." The 1932 MASK OF FU MANCHU is often cited as the best of the "devil doctor" films, but I like Henry Brandon's Fu-performance more than I do Karloff's. I was not a fan of Mask of Fu Manchu, and while I didn't love the Sax Rohmer novels either (well, really, I only read the first one), I generally like the concept of Fu Manchu, so I'll check it out. Thanks! |
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Post by shaxper on Jan 26, 2015 5:30:47 GMT -5
Though it doesn't technically count for the contest, I watched the first episode of the Japanese Spiderman series from the 1970s just now. Really, apart from the bad writing and VERY Japanese feel to the whole thing, it was pretty good, and far superior to the 1976 American live action series. The special effects and stunts, in particular, were impressive. For those that don't know, this was part of the trade that gave Marvel the rights to produce Shogun Warriors. The Japanese Spiderman television series was also the predecessor to the Power Rangers (Sentai) series.
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Post by shaxper on Jan 26, 2015 11:43:41 GMT -5
So, on prince Hal's recommendation, I found the original Captain Marvel serial on youtube today. I've been waiting nearly ten years to see this thing and am thrilled its now readily available (just try finding a reasonably priced copy of the dvd!). The special effects were even more breath-taking than I'd imagined, and the stunts were first rate as well, but the story, itself, bores me to tears. I'm sorry to say I honestly don't know if I'll stick around for the next chapter  Still, I'm so glad I finally got to see it. Thanks, prince hal! |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 26, 2015 11:45:41 GMT -5
A video store in my hometown when I was in high school had the Capt. Marvel serial on VHS and I must have rented it 3 or 4 times over the years of high school, but I haven't watched it since. I may hav eot check it out on youtube if I can find the time.
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Post by Prince Hal on Jan 26, 2015 11:50:30 GMT -5
So, on prince Hal's recommendation, I found the original Captain Marvel serial on youtube today. I've been waiting nearly ten years to see this thing and am thrilled its now readily available (just try finding a reasonably priced copy of the dvd!). The special effects were even more breath-taking than I'd imagined, and the stunts were first rate as well, but the story, itself, bores me to tears. I'm sorry to say I honestly don't know if I'll stick around for the next chapter Still, I'm so glad I finally got to see it. Thanks, prince hal! You're welcome, Shax, and I agree. A little can go a long way. Watching most serials in one sitting is a little like reading an entire volume of a DC Showcase edition. They often repeated death-traps and close calls and overused the "which guy is the villain?" bit . Space them out as was intended, though, and many sins can be overlooked, maybe even forgiven. Still, some just aren't as compelling. I'm partial to many of the Republic serials b/c of their higher production values. Republic was like the MGM of serials... |
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Post by shaxper on Jan 26, 2015 11:52:47 GMT -5
So, on prince Hal's recommendation, I found the original Captain Marvel serial on youtube today. I've been waiting nearly ten years to see this thing and am thrilled its now readily available (just try finding a reasonably priced copy of the dvd!). The special effects were even more breath-taking than I'd imagined, and the stunts were first rate as well, but the story, itself, bores me to tears. I'm sorry to say I honestly don't know if I'll stick around for the next chapter Still, I'm so glad I finally got to see it. Thanks, prince hal! You're welcome, Shax, and I agree. A little can go a long way. Watching most serials in one sitting is a little like reading an entire volume of a DC Showcase edition. They often repeated death-traps and close calls and overused the "which guy is the villain?" bit . Space them out as was intended, though, and many sins can be overlooked, maybe even forgiven. Still, some just aren't as compelling. I'm partial to many of the Republic serials b/c of their higher production values. Republic was like the MGM of serials... The only serials I've ever watched from beginning to end were the 1943 and 1949 Batman serials. The 1949 one was pretty bad, but the 1943 one thoroughly captivated me with its ever twisting plot and elaborate villain contraptions (not the least of which was their secret hideout). I'd like to find more serials like that one. |
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Post by Slam_Bradley on Jan 26, 2015 11:58:22 GMT -5
The Spy Smasher serial is frequently regarded as one of the best serials of any genre. It's available on YouTube.
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Post by dupersuper on Jan 26, 2015 14:52:29 GMT -5
I have the Superman serials on DVD.
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Post by dupersuper on Jan 26, 2015 14:53:09 GMT -5
Anyone remember the 1987 version of The Spirit?  I actually liked this version. A little campy, but I thought the theme music was very cool. Plus it starred Sam Jones (Flash Gordon), and Nana Visitor (From Star Trek:DS9). How have I never heard of this?? |
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Post by robsuperfriend63 on Jan 26, 2015 19:29:50 GMT -5
Anyone remember the 1987 version of The Spirit? I actually liked this version. A little campy, but I thought the theme music was very cool. Plus it starred Sam Jones (Flash Gordon), and Nana Visitor (From Star Trek:DS9). How have I never heard of this?? Maybe cause it only aired once on TV. |
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Still, I'm so glad I finally got to see it. Thanks, prince hal!
