It's hard to imagine any film today that would pull together Daniel Stern, Kevin Bacon, Steve Guttenberg, Mickey Rourke, Timothy Daly and Paul Reiser - or even a small combination of any of them. Such an oddly weird, diverse bunch. But once upon a time the mix was perfection. Diner is truly one of the all time great films. (Link is to Janet Maslin review, 1982.. she liked it too.)
I can't remember the last time I saw it, but I've had it in my head for a while and downloaded for my flight - and what imagined would be a probable delay - to LA. But since I never got on that flight, this lazy day felt like the time. Don't usually choose the ipad to watch at home, but it really does look so damn beautiful, and the film, still worthy of the 'classic' rating.
Some of the most fantastic dialogue ever, it's hard to choose the standout scene, but Daniel Stern's "Jazz" gets the top slot. Another once upon a time ago, Shrevie embodied the passion of any true music fan and his collection, me included...
Omg. I was so into the way I organized my vinyl. I forgot about this movie. Thanks for sharing. :)
Posted by: Lisa Bayer | January 01, 2011 at 07:07 PM
omfg. beyond classic and perfect. watching this scene brought ME back to a point in my life. thanks. although there are many many other classic scenes and lines. thanks sue...
Posted by: snooch | January 11, 2011 at 11:10 AM
thought of you when i posted this...
Posted by: Susan Solomon | January 11, 2011 at 11:13 AM