This is a call for all fans of Farewell My Lovely. I have reached out to get permission to do an updated DVD wide screen version of the film. But I need the support of the fan base to show there is a reason to do this.
So a positive responce is needed.
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Jack O'Halloran
Then let me be the first: Farewell, My Lovely is #1 on my DVD "Must Buy" list! I've been waiting ten years, so please give this neglected classic a top-notch DVD release!
Consilio et prudentia
Yes, it is a tragedy that this great noir film is not available. One of my favorite films, I will run, not walk, to buy it when it is released. My ancient VHS tape is all but worn out.
shareThank you for your comment, we need to speak this word as far into the fan base as possiable. The stronger reaction the faster I can accomplish this and getting this film it's just due is my goal.
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Jack O'Halloran
Moose Malloy
But the DVD is available- I've just rented it from Blockbuster.
shareIn HD format,is the quality good.
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Jack O'Halloran
It seemed fine. It looked a bit TV-movieish, but I think that's due to the director's choices rather than anything else. I personally found it confusing and a bit trashy (being a big fan of the master stylist Chandler), but each to their own.
shareWe are just making a deal for the first real DVD to be done.If you ever seen the film in the thearter or on a video. It was extremely stylish and very well done. When the new DVD comes out you will see a big difference.
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Jack O'Halloran
Go for it Jack...love to see a restored wide screeen version in all it's sulky, time capsule glory...a real period piece if there ever was one...!! Will have more, just wanted to get this off quickly...!
Best regards,
RSGRE
I'll be among the first to buy it Jack. I saw it at a preview back in 1975, and several times since on cable, but not in a widescreen version.
What kind of extras are you thinking of doing for the DVD?
It ain't easy being green, or anything else, other than to be me
I spoke to Elloitt Kasner about doing an interview in front. And up dating the tech ability would be great. I am dying to see the film in wide screen. Great Movie!!!
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Jack O'Halloran
Great Jack, just posted an earlier message, didn't see all of the comments that were here already. Again, go for it Jack..would be great to see this wonderful period piece in all it's glory..!! It's the summer of 1941, the last peaceful summer this country would ever have, WWII was ahead, then the Cold War and all the rest of that B.S. It would never be the same ever again...
Best regards,
RSGRE
We are working on it diligently to get this done.
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Jack O'Halloran
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Thank you for your responce, we are doing everything possiable. To have the new DVD done asap.
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Jack O'Halloran
Great Jack, so glad you are still here to participate in the ongoing DVD reissue. Some advice: if you are going to have a narrated version, give us facts, facts, facts, not silly ramblings. (When & where it was filmed, events during the filming, anything interesting that happened while filming, personal intimate observations, but relevant to the scene we are watching, very important).
I say this because several old films that had narrated versions that come to mind (Vertigo, North by Northwest, The Man in the Gray Flannel Suite) had terrible, half-hearted narrated versions, by people who just rambled on about the wrong things (and even said some negative things...we don't want to hear that..why do you think we bought a copy....??!!). I think we all love to hear the technical details involved, especially a film like this with so much location footage, and intimate details about the actors.
Will have more....!
Regards,
RSGRE
Jack,
Love this film. I was lucky enough to see this in first release. Noir, mood, music ... just terrific.
If you want us to speak out, give us a e-mail and I'll gladly send a note.
Cheers
Living Is Easy With Eyes Closed
This is great news! Put me down for a copy of this new DVD! I've only seen part of this film on cable in a shoddy pan-and-scan, but even the thought of Robert Mitchum as Marlowe...is just mindblowing! Mitchum is always the man I viewed as Marlowe-not Bogart. Just look at his Jeff Markham in Out of the Past (many shades of Marlowe). This is very exciting!
shareThank you for all your support.
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Jack O'Halloran
We are working very hard and should have a place to write to soon. Thank you for your support.
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Jack O'Halloran
Dear Mr. O´Halloran,
thank you for your initiative supporting a new DVD of this excellent film. I support it too 100 percent. Will spread the word around!
Sincerely,
Stefan Andersson
Sweden
I very much agree, I have ask to do something unique,because it is my favorite film in which I worked.
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Jack O'Halloran
I'm in! Netflix doesn't have anything. I've never seen Farewell.
You're awesome Jack for being on these boards and talking to your fans. One of my favorite lines in movies is "Chewing gum, Snickers bar, and my attorney badge kisser."
I still laugh at that delivery!
I would buy this if released in R1. Thanks.
shareA DVD with any commentary would be just awesome, I actually prefer something a little pricey with good quality so if the DVD is ever released I hope the studio isn't cheap about it.
The way I see it, is that we weren't retreating, we were just attacking in a new direction.
I agree an O’Halloran commentary would be wonderful. I’d pay more for that! But you know what would be a really fun bonus? (Although I’d imagine that the rights would be near impossible to secure.) In the 90’s Robert Mitchum hosted “Saturday Night Live” and he did a screamingly funny parody of “Farewell My Lovely.” The sketch even used David Shire’s terrific score from the actual move! I remember watching it when it originally aired and thinking how wonderful it was to see Mitchum as Marlowe again. I hope big Bob enjoyed putting on the fedora one more time. I sure enjoyed seeing him do it.
shareWe are so very close now.
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Jack O'Halloran
There are meetings this week about this very project. I am very excited and glad to finally see the justice given to this film.
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Jack O'Halloran
Please keep us informed.
"Velma" would have wanted it that way...
Hopefully I will have some answers for you this week.
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Jack O'Halloran
Great Jack...I like the last comment about "Velma"...and the memory of her....and thinking about Philip Marlowe...and the whole pre-WWII USA...totally different place...no financial meltdown then...everybody knew their place...
Will have more....please keep us posted....!
RSGRE
I've wanted to buy a widescreen DVD of this for years - very disappointing that the only Region 2 release is pan&scan. Very good luck with your campaign to get it released - it's a wonderful movie, with a great feel and a once in a lifetime cast.
"This Backwards Day a lot of *beep* ain't it? " - Desperate Living
We get closer to doing this every day. I will keep everyone informed on our progress.
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Jack O'Halloran
I just watched my old copy again today. Any movie designed by Tavoularis and shot by John Alonzo NEEDS to be seen with the best possible transfer. I'll pre-order my copy right now. Thanks for your efforts, Jack.
They keep telling me soon, so I am staying on top of this.
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Jack O'Halloran
Keep fighting the fight! I'm all for it. This is one of my favorite Marlowe stories. Everyone in the cast was great. I'd buy a DVD of it.
Thank you for your efforts, Jack.
I keep asking and they say it is coming. I just won't let up until it is done.
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Jack O'Halloran
I have a VHS copy and I had a gift card for Amazon. So I thought I would get the DVD to replace my old VHS tape. I was surprised and sad to find it wasn't available. So I'll be in line to get the DVD. I just love the look and feel of the movie.
It definitly a classic and stands the test of time. The look and feel plus the music,is as good today as anything made.
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Jack O'Halloran
Hey Jack!
I'm so glad to have stumbled into this thread. I've been trying keeping an eye out for a dvd of this film for what feels like ages. Is there any chance that this will be released via The Criterion Collection? They have another underrated Mitchum title coming out, The Friends of Eddie Coyle, I think a Criterion of this dvd would greatly help give it's the attention that it greatly deserves.