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Nov 21, 2011, 05:10 PM
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Old Brown Shoe
Join Date: Jul 07, 2002
Location: chicago 'burbs
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Quote:
Originally Posted by taxman
I haven't seen the whole film yet, only excerpts, but from what I've seen, one thing caught my attention, this photo:

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love this photo!
i saw the documentary by a relative. i think part of what i loved most was when his music came
on! i guess her tv has a great sound system, it was so exciting to hear....and when the
song would cut off i was like noooooooooooooooo!
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Nov 23, 2011, 09:39 AM
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#82
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Join Date: May 23, 2001
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My two favorite Beatles! What a wonderful photo, each Fab (Paul & George) as adorable as his bandmate.
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Nov 25, 2011, 09:46 PM
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Nowhere Man
Join Date: Aug 30, 2011
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I don't know why I held off so long, but I finally watched the whole doc. tonight, after having taped it back in early Oct. when it first came on...I was kind of saving it I guess.
I was really affected by it, the second half did not disappoint me. Yes, some legal troubles, etc. were left out, but it wasn't meant to be a gossipy expose as far as I know, just the basic story of his life for people who enjoyed his music, or for people who hadn't yet caught on to George and now will enjoy his music. I have read some rotten reviews and don't get that at all...I was really touched by the whole thing and found myself laughing more than once and also crying more than once. Whatever else, George can stir powerful emotions...I know I will watch it again and again...
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Nov 26, 2011, 10:31 AM
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Join Date: May 23, 2001
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Does anybody know when this dvd will be available for sale?
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Nov 26, 2011, 07:29 PM
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Nowhere Man
Join Date: Aug 30, 2011
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One thing about George, considering he was often referred to as the "quiet" one, or the one who changed the most, or the "weird" Beatle, etc...he sure seems to have had the most solid and long-lasting friendships with many people in various occupations, of all of the Beatles, as best as we can tell. For all the rumors of his "hibernation" at FP, etc...he was always doing things, always involved in projects with friends, always seemed to be reaching out and maintaining contact with those he loved. In many ways, he seems to have been the most social Beatle, as far as making and keeping friends anyway.
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Dec 14, 2011, 02:23 PM
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George's sister Lou said George was not the "Quiet Beatle." That, said Lou, was a nickname bestowed upon him when the Beatles came to America. George had strep and talking was painful for him. Lou, as we know watched George like a little falcon until his throat healed.
Tom Petty said that George wasn't a quiet Wilbury either - he [George] just did not demand to be heard.
I can't WAIT for Lou's memoirs to come out!
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Dec 17, 2011, 02:14 PM
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Wild Honey Pie
Join Date: Nov 21, 2011
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Being of Mexican descent, unless she converted as an adult, maybe Olivia was raised Catholic too, since that is the dominant religion in the Latin culture. That may be the reason for so many statues on the property too. I recall seeing the movie, Nuns On The Run, it was OK. I think Friar Park was a monastery before he bought it. I think most of the Beatles were raised Catholic, Paul even compoosed some classical music with Latin verses in the early 90's. I use to wear religious medals of St. Michael as a kid on my clothes.
Last edited by peanut333 : Dec 17, 2011 at 02:17 PM.
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Dec 17, 2011, 05:53 PM
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George was baptized in the Catholic church in March of 1943. Louise was Catholic and maintained that George was too, even after he has long become a household name.
George always had his Catholic roots remain a part of him. He had a lovely statue of the Blessed Mother on his property.
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Dec 17, 2011, 06:49 PM
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Wild Honey Pie
Join Date: Nov 21, 2011
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I recall seeing George on a magazine cover in a praying posture , I'm not sure he had a rosary. This was a few years before he became ill. I think Eric Idol may have been raised Catholic too, I recall he made a saucy comment about nuns on the Arsenio Hall show while promoting the movie years ago.
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Dec 22, 2011, 06:59 PM
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Dr. Robert
Join Date: Jan 14, 2011
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George did pose for a Rolling stone photographer in a praying position. I saw it in a book of photos
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Jan 15, 2012, 07:19 AM
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Apple Scruff
Join Date: Oct 30, 2008
Location: Perth, Western Australia
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I was given the DVD for Christmas (thank you wonderful hubby!!) and I must say I loved every minute of it. Could have done with a bit more George solo years and who didn't love those demin overalls during the 70's??!!
Really enjoyed seeing Patti too.
Ringo almost had me in tears when he was describing the last time he saw George and had to leave as his daughter was having surgery and George said "Do you want me to come with you."
Ringo wipes his eyes and says "This is like Barbara ******* Walters!!!"
Awwww!!!!
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May 09, 2012, 05:24 PM
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Dr. Robert
Join Date: Jan 14, 2011
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NOw that I finally own the movie on DVD and have watched the first part at least a 2nd time, I can say that I'm catching little things I didn't catch the first time around...such as the opening sequence with the flowers and how the voice (which I believe is one of George's Krishna devote friends who did that video) is talking about George's death.
Did you guys catch the message on George's fb page from Dhani thanking us for making the dvd number one?
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Jun 02, 2012, 07:43 PM
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Join Date: May 23, 2001
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I bought it 1 day ago.
Last edited by beatlebangs1964 : Jun 02, 2012 at 07:43 PM.
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Jun 12, 2012, 01:28 PM
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Nowhere Man
Join Date: Mar 15, 2011
Location: So Cal
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Loved it! Hated Ringo's toupee. That was kinda disturbing to see. I thought he was above all that.  Aside from the bad rug, I give the documentary TWO thumbs up! :D
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Jun 12, 2012, 06:11 PM
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Dr. Robert
Join Date: Jan 14, 2011
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I commented I didn't like Ringo's hair but my girlfriend loved it so that was the end of that.
I noticed a few scenes that flipped by me the first time. One, George and paul are looking at old pictures of Girls they knew back in Liverpool. George makes a comment about the girls being all ugly and Paul joking how the stocking top still looks nice even though George has moved up in the world.
My fav is still the dhani scenes. Best parts of the film for it's warmth and touching.
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Jun 12, 2012, 08:46 PM
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Join Date: May 23, 2001
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I didn't like the rug either. Damn shame our moptop has become a croptop.
It's a film well worth watching.
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Jun 13, 2012, 09:22 AM
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Nowhere Man
Join Date: Mar 15, 2011
Location: So Cal
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Quote:
Originally Posted by misfittoy
My fav is still the dhani scenes. Best parts of the film for it's warmth and touching.
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I nearly cried when Olivia started talking about the stabbing.  She really went into detail about it, which is kind of surprising.
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What's The New Magill?
I know how sweet life can be So I'll keep myself free Of wah-wah wah-wah wah-wah
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Jun 13, 2012, 04:09 PM
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Nowhere Man
Join Date: Aug 30, 2011
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Quote:
Originally Posted by beatlebangs1964
I didn't like the rug either. Damn shame our moptop has become a croptop.
It's a film well worth watching.
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Is Paul's hair real? I know the color is not...but not sure that can be his hair, at this age...
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Jun 14, 2012, 09:23 AM
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Join Date: May 23, 2001
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I think it is.
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