Marilyn

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These are Marilyn Monroe's films in the order that I think are her BEST ROLES to her worst. The ratings in the stars are how I like the film itself. I wasn't sure what the big frou frou about her was until I saw how her films compared with eachother, so here it is!

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Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953,  Unrated)
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes 4.5 Stars
awesome! Marilyn Monroe is not so ditzy in this excellent role as a gold digger!! Some excellent talent in those classic scenes!
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The Misfits (1961,  Unrated)
The Misfits 4.0 Stars
Ok this cover is super cheesy and makes this movie look like a horrible hick flick, but it's NOT! It is actually one of the most flattering roles for Marilyn Monroe's career! She is drop dead GORGEOUS as a blond bombshell on this silver screen. The scenes and clothes created for her are flattering for her curvacious figure and her lines are intuitive and thoughtful as she plays a troubled woman facing a divorce. She happens to be in RENO where 2 cowboys who want her company decide to help her feel comfortable by showing her the countryside.
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How To Marry A Millionaire (1953,  Unrated)
How To Marry A Millionaire 3.5 Stars
Lauren Bacall stood out to me in this comedic tale of 3 ladies who set out to find 3 very rich men to marry. Betty Grable and Marilyn Monroe were beautiful and played the part well, but I still am struggling to see Marilyn in a role where she doesn't come across as so flighty. I prefer Gentlemen Prefer Blondes in that regard!
Definately an entertaining and worthwhile see. :) And of course, love how love wins out in the end :)
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4
All About Eve (1950,  Unrated)
All About Eve 3.5 Stars
A GREAT FILM! Marilyn is a very small role and is solely here for looks. She barely even speaks here, creating a mystery about who she is!
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There's No Business Like Show Business (1954,  Unrated)
There's No Business Like Show Business 2.0 Stars
A lot of singing and dancing... A lot womens legs and sparkly clothing. Marilyn did do a great some performing in this one... but not a big fan of her acting myself... I think Brittany Spears' art director was inspired for the sparkly naked look in one of her music videos by one of Marilyn Monroes show outfits from this movie. The part in the movie where the parents were shocked that thier son wanted to be a priest instead of a singer and dancer is pretty funny!
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6
Let's Make It Legal (1951,  Unrated)
Let's Make It Legal 3.5 Stars
Marilyn is actually a minor role in this film. A good film about a wife who wants a divorce but a husband who realizes he wants her back when an old flame of hers comes back to town. I love how the husband keeps showing up at her home, it's cute and funny.
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7
Clash By Night (1952,  Unrated)
Clash By Night 3.0 Stars
A story about a woman who was always hard to pin down, who decides to settle down with a kind man who loves her and have a child. But, can she stay put? or will she ruin her new life for good with the brooding movie theatre owner?
Monroe also has a monor role here as a doe-eyed tomboy who doesn't like getting pushed around.
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8
The Asphalt Jungle (1950,  Unrated)
The Asphalt Jungle 3.5 Stars
Some classic film noir. Worth a see!!
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9
Monkey Business (1952,  Unrated)
Monkey Business 3.5 Stars
Quite fun! :D I don't remember Marilyn in this one at all! BUT, Cary and Ginger have some great CHEMISTRY!! and end up stirring up some fun! :) CUTE
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10
The Seven Year Itch (1955,  Unrated)
The Seven Year Itch 3.0 Stars
Started out ok. About a man whos wife goes on vacation for the summer while he stays home to work and is tempted to fool around with this ditsy blond... A good commentary on how tempting it is for a man to cheat.
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11
Some Like It Hot (1959,  Unrated)
Some Like It Hot 4.0 Stars
Rather humorous! Marylin has a bit of a flghty role in this one, but still very entertaining!
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12
Don't Bother to Knock (1952,  Unrated)
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13
River of No Return (1954,  Unrated)
River of No Return Want To See
This one actually looks like it could be pretty good!
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14
The Prince and the Showgirl (1957,  Unrated)
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15
Let's Make Love (1960,  Unrated)
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16
Love Nest (1951,  Unrated)
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17
Love Happy (1950,  Unrated)
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18
Something's Got to Give (2001,  Unrated)
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19
Ladies of the Chorus (1948,  Unrated)
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20
As Young as You Feel (1951,  Unrated)
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21
Home Town Story (Hometown Story) (1951,  Unrated)
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22
Niagara (1953,  Unrated)
Niagara Want To See
This one looks like it could be pretty funny. I would see it for that.
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23
Bus Stop (1956,  Unrated)
Bus Stop
Based on the previews, this one doesn't look all that great.
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Johnny Legend Presents: Blonde Mania! (2006,  Unrated)
Johnny Legend Presents: Blonde Mania! Want To See
haha, there is really not much here about this film AND it seems not many people are interested in it. I am curious though, what this is all about. Is this simply a film photographing women Betty Paige style? Is this hilarious? What does this say about women? Is it womanizing (probably)? How have things changed since then? Was this the most extreme that such films went in this time period? Do they pose with men? Is there actually a plot? What is the story? Purpose? So... i am curious!
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