Tuesday, July 29, 2008
AMERICAN MISS
Today's NYTimes Best 1176 Film was
a satirical look at the world of regional beauty contests.
I know.
It seems to be a used up reservoir of mock potential. But they keep it fresh in this film.
I think mostly because of Bruce Dern and Barbara Feldon. Michael Kidd, the choreographer is, well, the choreographer for the events and he is very good.
They do not exaggerate the situation. The girls are pretty. Some of them are talented. I found myself rooting for them even when they were dorks.
The film is wise enough to stay on the edge of the satire and away from full frontal nastiness. It has a good heart.
Most of the time.
I have never heard of this film. I missed it entirely.
It is a bit dated but still quite entertaining and the people are great to watch.
I will give it a 3 out of Netflix5. Good to see once.
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