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franks & wieners
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This review covered the world premiere screenings of the film on November 3 and 4, 2000. It was originally published in the November 13, 2000, issue of Community News, and is reprinted here with their kind permission. A viewer's reply follows the article, also reprinted with permission, as excerpted from an email dated December 4, 2000. The recent first showing of franks & wieners, a home grown film produced by Gordon and Greg Del Giorno, was met with enthusiasm by some and distaste by others. Overly long, (which is something the Film Brothers have already corrected) the movie is a sophomoric attempt at what I can only describe as bathroom humor, appealing perhaps to young people in the audience, but crude and crass to anyone over the age of 30. There were a few good performances along the way; Paul Goodman in the lead role of Frank was competent as was Yvonne Roen (Bonnie to Frank's Clyde as they carried out a series of robberies); but Jim Rubright, as Roen's funny and flashy gay brother stole the show. The sound track was bad but some of the cinematography had merit (especially the scene where Frank contemplates suicide while lying upside down on his car). There were elements of satire which had they been the main focus of the film could have saved it, but for the most part this was an evening of gratuitous sex, profanity and crime. It will be shown at the Delaware Art Museum on November 30. If you have info on arts events in Delaware, contact Paula Shulak at delarts@juno.com or 310 Cannon's Way, Newark, DE 19713 A VIEWER'S REPLY TO THE REVIEW It is a good idea and an admirable endeavor to try and get exposure and recognition for artists. Speaking of artists, I read a review by Paula Shulak on the film "Franks & Wieners". Normally, I listen closely to reviews and don't waste time on anything with a bad review. However, as the Delaware Art Museum is a short distance from my house and they were showing the film, I walked over to see it. I'm glad the museum supports artists and I was allowed the opportunity. I think the film was funny. How two young men with a small budget pulled it off amazes me. I observed the auditorium crowd and they were roaring with laughter. Now, I'm not an expert or paid critic but I've been around a little. Cannes during the film festivals, Stratford-on-Avon England for Shakespearean theater, opera in Vienna, theater in China - you know what I mean. Tell [Paula Shulak] a 60 year old lady saw that movie despite the negative review and can't remember laughing that hard in a long time. Oh, yes even though it was a bit vulgar here and there, I'm a cultured lady who can see the big picture and appreciate the effort and talent that these two young men demonstrated. Elizabeth Collins eccart@aol.com This review covered the world premiere screenings of the film on November 3 and 4, 2000. It was originally published in the November 13, 2000, issue of Community News, and is reprinted here with their kind permission. A viewer's reply follows the article, also reprinted with permission, as excerpted from an email dated December 4, 2000. |