IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE (1946) - Nov. 27, 2004 (Second Viewing)
A classic. Jimmy Stewart gives a brilliant performance and is perfect as George Bailey, a man who famously comes to find out what life would be like if he had never been born. Of course, the movie is about far more than just that; we see George Bailey go from an idealistic young man to a husband and father with the burden of responsibility heavy on his shoulders. And did I mention how good Jimmy Stewart was? He was absolutely perfect in what has to be one of the best performances of all time. Despite being over two hours the movie doesn't feel long for a second, and was excellently directed by Frank Capra. And then of course there is that ending -- I submit that anyone who doesn't get at least a little bit choked up must be some kind of robot. ****
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