Re: [MOPO] Who Is Your Linen Backer Of Choice?

2008-09-09 Thread simonoram
I've used a few and ended up using Dario Casadei's Vintage Movie Art for the last four to five years - I ship my posters from England to Vancouver for linen backing and restoration and have always been really pleased with the service I receive from Dario. Some people have asked me, if, I am at

Re: [MOPO] OBSENITY AND CRUDE LANGUAGE SHOULD BE BANNED FROM MOPO

2008-09-07 Thread simonoram
Of course, Bob is right! but I do prefer this phrase: I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it Generally attributed to Voltaire but there may be some confusion. Simon - Original Message - From: Robert D. Brooks To:

[MOPO] WTB - Last of the Mohicans (advance/teaser)

2008-08-17 Thread simonoram
Looking for this: US Advance or teaser- double-sided/rolled. http://www.impawards.com/1992/posters/last_of_the_mohicans_ver2.jpg Regards Simon Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com ___

Re: [MOPO] WHO COMPARES TO SPIELBERG?

2008-07-24 Thread simonoram
Spielberg seems to compare favourably with David Lean for me: both show a love of Boys Own heroics; each are obsessed with chronicling their own Empires; both have been heavily criticised from critics; both court controversy through political incorrectness in their films with aplomb. Most of

Re: [MOPO] WHO COMPARES TO SPIELBERG?

2008-07-24 Thread simonoram
Spielberg seems to compare favourably with David Lean for me: both show a love of Boys Own heroics; each are obsessed with chronicling their own Empires; both have been heavily criticised from critics; both court controversy through political incorrectness in their films with aplomb. Most of

Re: [MOPO] THE THIEF OF BAGDAD

2008-06-05 Thread simonoram
I don't think there is any difference between the two releases when it comes to picture quality the MGM is near enough the same as the new Criterion. I've just had a look at both and iy you get the Criterion you would only be upgrading for the extras. There seems to be some harrumph on some of

Re: [MOPO] THE THIEF OF BAGDAD

2008-06-04 Thread simonoram
I'm watching this over the next few days because it will take that long to get through all the extras, a marvellous release from Criterion. Simon - Original Message - From: Kirby McDaniel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: MoPo-L@LISTSERV.AMERICAN.EDU Sent: Wednesday, June 04, 2008 4:44 AM

Re: [MOPO] FA: An example of the incredible deals to be had in my 800 auctions just closing!

2008-05-29 Thread simonoram
what is so fuckin cheap? Simon - Original Message - From: Ari Richards [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: MoPo-L@LISTSERV.AMERICAN.EDU Sent: Friday, May 30, 2008 1:20 AM Subject: Re: [MOPO] FA: An example of the incredible deals to be had in my 800 auctions just closing! Fuck that is cheap!

Re: [MOPO] FA: An example of the incredible deals to be had in my 800 auctions just closing!

2008-05-29 Thread simonoram
PROTECTED] To: MoPo-L@LISTSERV.AMERICAN.EDU Sent: Friday, May 30, 2008 1:47 AM Subject: Re: [MOPO] FA: An example of the incredible deals to be had in my 800 auctions just closing! yo Mamma --- simonoram [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: what is so fuckin cheap? Simon - Original Message - From

Re: [MOPO] MASTERPIECE: Bernard Herrmann

2008-05-17 Thread simonoram
Sometimes I put Vertigo on just for the music and the opening credits.. That's what makes this Hitchcock film so different from the others, his other films integrate the music to add suspense and the trepidation of the foreboding future with Vertigo Hitch seems to be filming for the sound,

[MOPO] WTB: Zodiac 2007 (International US 1 sheet)

2007-09-05 Thread simonoram
Hi MOPO, Im looking for a Zodiac International US 1 sheet, the one with the yellow cab at the base of the poster.If the price is right I'll take a roll of five or maybe ten. Picture of poster http://www.impawards.com/2007/posters/zodiac_ver2.jpg Many Thanks. Simon Visit the MoPo

Re: [MOPO] The results of the minty white poll, and MY views about them

2007-06-18 Thread simonoram
Hi Dario, It's great that you have let everyone on MOPO know about this matter, this is an important issue. You are a great servant to movie poster collecting fraternity, Dario! Now it would be nice If we could get some view points from some of the old wise heads on this forum as to why these

[MOPO] WTB - Anselmo Ballester book..

2007-05-01 Thread simonoram
Hi MOPO. just thought I would drop you all a line on this want, here's the picture of the book, if anyone has one to sell please let me know.Good price paid for one in nice condition. Anselmo Ballester - le origini del manifesto cinematogratico..

Re: [MOPO] WTB: Killer of Sheep (1977)

2007-03-30 Thread simonoram
Dear MOPO, I am looking for US material only on this film, Killer of Sheep (1977) by Charles Burnett,original posters, lobby cards, trade ads, press book or even ads from magazines. Drop me an email if you have anything. Thanks Simon Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at

Re: [MOPO] Watching and Waiting

2006-02-16 Thread simonoram
I no longer use the Ebay watching tool anymore, ever since I learnt the fact that the Ebay seller of that particular auction can see the amount of watchers. The main reason is, that it is unfair and gives the seller a false sense of interest in the item. Secondly I like to manage myself, I don't

Re: [MOPO] Watching and Waiting

2006-02-16 Thread simonoram
Hi Mike, I'm agreeing with everything you say, but I don't entrust my watching habits within the Ebay structure. I'm more of a Peeping Tom, a Psycho would be too rudimentary. Simon - Original Message - From: michael king [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: simonoram [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: MoPo-L

Re: [MOPO] Interesting Post Ed

2005-09-02 Thread simonoram
"Am I paranoid or does anyone else get the feeling the entire world is laughing at us?" Hello Tom, I don't think anyone is laughing but they are in shock and disbelief that this has happened to a major American city, just from the people who have been through my establishment ( I run a

[MOPO] Political Movie?

2004-10-30 Thread simonoram
Hi all, What about Nixion?? did Hopkins do a good portrayal? You know what !! I can't think of one good British political movie. It seems the system in America is more agreeable to the film making process. That's probably why my favourite is 'All The Presidents Men' Simon Visit the MoPo