Saturday, September 5, 2015

"Niagra" (1953)


I'm going to Niagra Falls in a few weeks, so I was intrigued to see this movie made sixty years ago. Watching it surprised and impressed me. I've never seen a movie starring Marilyn Monroe that I liked; this was the first.

The film itself is entertaining and suspenseful. Two couples meet in Niagra Falls. Someone dies. Lives hang by a thread. The roiling turmoil of the Falls is a metaphor for the visitors' plight.

Marilyn's acting in this is good! I was stunned; I've never seen her perform this well. Plus, she wears some of the most beautiful outfits I've seen in a movie. Gorgeous clothes. And her makeup is done to perfection. My only quibble is when she's shown coming out of a shower wearing bright red lipstick. Who wears lipstick in the shower?!

The movie also stars Joseph Cotton and Jean Peters. After a short career in Hollywood, Jean Peters became a recluse when she married Howard Hughes. They lived in wealthy obscurity for over a decade. She never spoke of her time with him after he died.

If you want to see Marilyn Monroe act well, or just admire her beauty and clothes, check out "Niagra."


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11 comments:

  1. BobbiSeptember 5, 2015 at 8:43 AM

    I've always been a Marilyn fan and Niagara is one of my favorite of her movies - it's the opposite of her stereotypical roles. Someday I'd love to walk across a street like she does. It's been a while since I've seen it...I should fix that.

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  2. Susan BSeptember 5, 2015 at 11:06 AM

    This is such a fabulous movie, and yes I think Marilyn's acting chops were often overshadowed by her public persona.

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  3. PattiSeptember 5, 2015 at 7:09 PM

    This is one of my favorite old movies and Marilyn was so stunning. I was afraid of Joseph Cotton for a long time after this. xo

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  4. UnknownSeptember 6, 2015 at 12:12 PM

    She was so beautiful, never watched any of her movies though. I hope you enjoy your time!

    www.dressed2dnines.com

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  5. The Elle DiariesSeptember 6, 2015 at 12:20 PM

    Great recommendation ! I do think have ever watched a movie in which she starred,, at least in its entirety.. I think this will be great fun, for her beauty, her charisma , and the clothes. I think I can even get hubby to watch with me.
    Happy weekend.
    xx, Elle
    http://mydailycostume.com

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    1. ShybikerSeptember 6, 2015 at 12:52 PM

      There's plenty of excitement for men to watch in the movie.

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  6. Gracey the GiantSeptember 6, 2015 at 3:09 PM

    I haven't seen Niagara, but for the most part, I enjoy Marilyn's movies, so I'll have to check this out!

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  7. SuzanneSeptember 7, 2015 at 3:29 PM

    I have never heard of this film but want to see now if it is on Netflix. I love me some good vintage fashion porn.

    bisous
    Suzanne

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  8. Witchcrafted LifeSeptember 8, 2015 at 4:23 AM

    This is by far one of my favourite MM films as well - and not just because it was set (and shot) in Canada. :)

    ♥ Jessica

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  9. UnknownSeptember 9, 2015 at 9:05 AM

    A much underrated film and Marilyn was so good in this one.

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  10. LorenaSeptember 10, 2015 at 1:32 PM

    I've never seen any of her films, just clips. I might look for this in Netflix.

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