Review of A Face in the Crowd (1957) by Alec B — 20 Apr 2012
This movie is absolutely terrifying. The combination of the eerily truthful prediction of the conglomeration of business, media, politics, and popular personality to manipulate the public along with Andy Griffith's manic performance (Its probably the best thing he's ever done) creates a film that still feels relevant, like its warning us of something we still have the capability to stop.
I hesitate to praise it too much on that basis, as the film has so many other great elements (Patricia Neal, Kazan's direction) . . . its just outstanding on all fronts.
This review of A Face in the Crowd (1957) was written by Alec B on 20 April 2012.
A Face in the Crowd has generally received very positive reviews.
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