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marmalade skye

Jun 11, 2002, 04:06 PM

Actor that is. In all of the beatles movies who do you think gave the best performances. How about worst?

Mine: Ringo's the best, Paul was the worst (he looks great on screen, but it's just not natural.)

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HeyBeatle

Jun 11, 2002, 05:23 PM

I'd pick George, to me he just stands out without looking like he's trying at all.

Then I'd say Ringo, and John and Paul tie for last they're both much better at writing songs.

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Jun 11, 2002, 05:30 PM

George and Ringo are tied.

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LennonReincarnate

Jun 11, 2002, 05:37 PM

Ringo. Definitely my baby Ringo. *ahem*
And then, Geo.
John and Paul, though beautiful, are not actors. They aren't as natural on screen.

But, I love them all and love them all in their films!

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EasternBird

Jun 11, 2002, 05:56 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE>Quote:<HR>Originally Posted By marmalade skye:
Mine: Ringo's the best, Paul was the worst (he looks great on screen, but it's just not natural.)
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I have to agree with this. George is great, but Ringo just seems so natural, especially in AHDN. He's the only one who really displayed some emotion in the films. Although I just read in an interview that Richard Lester thought *George* was the best actor! Here's the link:

http://film.guardian.co.uk/Guardian_NFT/interview/0,4479,110591,00.html

And I also agree that Paul was the worst...he wasn't bad, but I think he tried a little too hard. There must be a reason why his solo scene was cut from AHDN, and you'll notice he actually has very little to do in "HELP!" besides wink and look cute. (Not that there's anything wrong with that!) http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/wink3.gif

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Jun 11, 2002, 09:14 PM

John was a wonderful "performer" http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/wink2.gif

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Sexy_Sadie

Jun 11, 2002, 10:11 PM

I think George was probably the best because he seems so 'unscripted.' I also thought John wasn't a bad actor either..but I think I"m the only one who thinks this, hehe! http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/blush1.gif

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Miss O'Dell

Jun 12, 2002, 03:41 AM

Ringo I think, stood out as the finest actor, hence his bigger roles in AHDN and Help! And Majical Mystery Tour if you think about it. I don't suppose Yellow Submarine can really count!

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Jun 12, 2002, 06:03 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE>Quote:<HR>Originally Posted By 4thGenFan:
John was a wonderful "performer" http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/wink2.gif
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Imagine if John did a Stand-up act

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Amalthea

Jun 12, 2002, 08:09 AM

Ringo, imho http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/images/icons/smile.gif

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Amalthea

Jun 12, 2002, 08:09 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE>Quote:<HR>Originally Posted By Amalthea:
Ringo, imho http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/images/icons/smile.gif

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Oh, and Paul worst, got to agree.

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ChrisG134

Jun 12, 2002, 08:34 AM

George & Ringo are definately the best.But John was good too.I have to say that he's my favorite.http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/wink3.gif http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/inlove1.gif

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shyGirl

Jun 12, 2002, 08:38 AM

Ringo was the best one.

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Jun 12, 2002, 02:13 PM

Originally Posted By marmalade skye:
Actor that is. In all of the beatles movies who do you think gave the best performances. How about worst?

<BLOCKQUOTE>Quote:<HR>Mine: Ringo's the best, Paul was the worst (he looks great on screen, but it's just not natural.)[/B]<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

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Jun 12, 2002, 08:56 PM

Rank from Best to Not the Best http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/images/icons/smile.gif

1. Ringo
2. George
3. John
4. Paul

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Oh my love

Jun 12, 2002, 10:22 PM

Only Ringo is a actor. Though George is more natural on the screen than John and Paul, but he's not an actor. I agree Paul's the worst.

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**DONOTDELETE**

Jun 12, 2002, 10:28 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE>Quote:<HR>Originally Posted By biglou114:
Imagine if John did a Stand-up act

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Don't get me started....http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/images/icons/wink.gif

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marmalade skye

Jun 12, 2002, 11:00 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE>Quote:<HR>Originally Posted By biglou114:
Imagine if John did a Stand-up act

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Here I was thinking I wasn't the only one with my mind in the gutter....then again, it goes that direction whenever forty says anything. http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/wink1.gif

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Kasey1964

Jun 12, 2002, 11:30 PM

George,of course. Followed by Ringo.
I think George said so much just with his eyes. He didn't have to say a word. He was a good scene stealer too.(the part in Help when they are in the jewelery store and you can see Georgie in the background, pocketing the jewels.)

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beatlebangs1964

Jun 13, 2002, 10:27 AM

I love Paul, but he is not an actor.

I'd have to pick in descending order the same as you did:

Ringo
George
John
Paul

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MaccaGirl

Jun 13, 2002, 07:08 PM

I agree, as much as I love him, Paul's not an actor.
Ringo wins.

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marmalade skye

Jun 13, 2002, 08:07 PM

Aaaah, I just saw Hard Days Night again, and I'm wondering if George should be up higher. His delivery is so great, like in the scene about the shirts!

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marmalade skye

Jun 13, 2002, 08:08 PM

But I'm gonna keep Paul where he is, I saw broad street on cable as well.

Oi.

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**DONOTDELETE**

Jun 13, 2002, 11:10 PM

I think more people need to say that Paul's not an actor. http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/images/icons/rolleyes.gif

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Rellevart

Jun 14, 2002, 04:01 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE>Quote:<HR>Originally Posted By 4thGenFan:
I think more people need to say that Paul's not an actor. http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/images/icons/rolleyes.gif

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Paul's not.... http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/images/icons/wink.gif No, seriously, he's not. I think he's too self-conscious to be a good actor. That's why I suck at acting - I can't submerge myself into a character - I'm always aware of ME.

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kjrocks_1

Jun 14, 2002, 03:06 PM

Ringo's the best actor of the group. If you're talking non-Beatle in a Beatles film, I would have to say Victor Spinetti wins it hands down!

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marmalade skye

Jun 14, 2002, 04:53 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE>Quote:<HR>Originally Posted By Rellevart:
Paul's not.... http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/images/icons/wink.gif No, seriously, he's not. I think he's too self-conscious to be a good actor. That's why I suck at acting - I can't submerge myself into a character - I'm always aware of ME.

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Same here, the only time I give a good performance is if I'm feeling totally comfortable, then I have no shame.

Do you do anything in community theatre Rellevart? Maybe we know the same people, I used to be a part of Village Players in Oak Park.

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**DONOTDELETE**

Jun 14, 2002, 04:59 PM

Ringo
George
John
Paul

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Rellevart

Jun 16, 2002, 01:15 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE>Quote:<HR>Originally Posted By marmalade skye:

Do you do anything in community theatre Rellevart?
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No, I haven't. I've always wanted to, but, as I mentioned before, I suck. http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/images/icons/smile.gif

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Rellevart

Jun 16, 2002, 01:16 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE>Quote:<HR>Originally Posted By 4thGenFan:

So Rell, have you acted before?
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Just in some high school productions and in community theatre back before I moved to Chicago. But there's not much call for sucky acting. http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/images/icons/smile.gif

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Jun 16, 2002, 03:25 PM

I think George was the best actor and well I dont know maybe Paul the worst he just have it I guess. But we still love you Paul!!!

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marmalade skye

Jun 16, 2002, 07:02 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE>Quote:<HR>Originally Posted By Rellevart:
Just in some high school productions and in community theatre back before I moved to Chicago. But there's not much call for sucky acting. http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/images/icons/smile.gif

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If I can get a lead....so can you!

Aaaah, I miss theatre. I wonder if we could ever do the who's tommy at my school.

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Jun 16, 2002, 11:40 PM

Lynner

Jun 17, 2002, 03:46 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE>Quote:<HR>Originally Posted By alliesun:
Rank from Best to Not the Best http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/images/icons/smile.gif

1. Ringo
2. George
3. John
4. Paul

<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>I agree with you, alliesun and I think this was a very nice way to put it! http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/images/icons/smile.gif

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IamtheWalrus

Jun 17, 2002, 04:50 PM

I agree with the majority. Ringo is the best actor. Then, of course, close behind in second comes George, and then John. I suspect you all should be able to figure out where Paul comes in. http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/wink3.gif He is just not an actor.

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Jun 22, 2002, 08:07 AM

how can we not noticce???!!!

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beatlegirl273

Jun 22, 2002, 11:12 PM

i would have to agree with pretty much everyone. Ringo was so natural, as stated in 'Act Naturally'. Paul was ok but seemed a bit shy. He sings much better than he acts.

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Sgt.McCartney

Jun 22, 2002, 11:13 PM

Ringo

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Jun 24, 2002, 08:33 PM

In order:

Ringo
George
John
Paul

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Jun 24, 2002, 11:56 PM

Ringo was the best actor of the Fab Four. I liked John's witty lines. Paul was quite lame.

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rolypoly

Jun 26, 2002, 06:13 AM

I've only seen Yellow Submarine, but I have to rate Ringo very highly after Thomas the Tank Engine.

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marmalade skye

Jun 26, 2002, 06:18 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE>Quote:<HR>Originally Posted By rolypoly:
I've only seen Yellow Submarine, but I have to rate Ringo very highly after Thomas the Tank Engine.

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Joos100

Jun 28, 2002, 10:43 AM

My oppinion, Ringo is the best actor, and the worst, I don't know.

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Nerk Sister

Jun 28, 2002, 07:26 PM

Ringo was probably the best, and Paul was probably the worst- but he was so cute it didn't matter!!

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Magill

Jul 05, 2002, 01:47 PM

Ringo is such a natural born actor anyway, IMO. He's so endearing in his roles.
In the Rolling Stone George Harrison tribute, they talked to the producer (or the director?) of HDN. He said George was the one with the natural ability. Learned his lines so quickly and easily and was always on his mark. Who'da thunk it? http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/images/icons/wink.gif His did do other bit acting parts much later tho, right? Shanghai Surprise and couple others? I think??

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Jul 07, 2002, 01:59 AM

hard to decide between Ringo and George, but after reading that the director or someone said that George was the better, and Ringo saying in the anthology that there was no acting going on in his scene by the canal as he "felt like shit", and if George is so easily noticed and admired by his acting even though he doesn't do lead roles, i'd say George is the best, then Ringo on 2nd (or maybe equal 1st with George), John, and then Paul; Ringo must like acting though, since he did the caveman, and the voice for the fat controller in thomas the tank engine.

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angelgodiva

Jul 25, 2002, 08:15 PM

I would say Ringo, too. I've seen all his movies, as far as I know, and he did a fine job in all of them. He just has that kind of face...

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AriesGirl78

Aug 22, 2002, 01:13 PM

In my humble opinion, I too would go for George as being the best actor. Ringo was great, John was awesome (Rule brittania in the bathtub! LOL), and Paul, well he had his moments, so overall, they are all fantabulous by me. http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/clap1.gif

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Aug 22, 2002, 11:30 PM

All of them.I love'em allhttp://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/angel5.gif

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LuvLennon

Aug 23, 2002, 06:16 AM

As far as acting ability I think I have to agree with everyone that's said Ringo, George, John, Paul. But as far as stage presence is concerned I'd have to say John is first. Whenever he is on screen I seem watch him more than the others, because he is always coming out with these hilarious lines or doing unexpected things...of course in my opinion he's the nicest to look at too! http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/wink1.gif

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LeonardaBeatle

Aug 31, 2002, 01:43 PM

Actually, Ringo's the best actor, then I can't decide who I like more, John or George. Paul's just too self conscious.

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beatlebangs1964

Sep 04, 2002, 09:23 AM

John! He was a natural wit. Check John out on the Beatles' First US Visit. He was such a panic!

George was an excellent straight man, but of the two, I'd have to pick John for acting.

Ringo took to acting like a malamute takes to snow. He is a natural. Love that droll Starr style! http://www.beatlelinks.net/ubb/smilies/thumbsup2.gif

Paul, sexpot and talent extraordinaire that he is, ain't no actor. That's just one thing out of so many other things Paul can do. I love Paul, but he ain't no actor.

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