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Plot: A brooding loner is sentenced to a prison chain-gang, stands up to the Nazi-like guards, and eventually becomes the leader of his fellow prisoners.
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MCT:August 10, 2008Never seen this movie before, but a friend said I must see it... And I did... What a good damn movie. Punk Rock movie if I ever did see one!
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MCT:July 21, 2008
Excellent movie, especially remembered for the boiled egg eating contest. Sad ending though. Paul Newman was gorgeous and brill in his role.
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MCT:July 15, 2008One of the greatest movies ever made. "What we have here, is a failure to communicate". How many times will that line be appropriate as we live through our days?
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MCT:July 14, 2008
One of the best Paul Newman's movies ever. Similar in storyline to One Flight Over the Cuckoo's Nest.
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MCT:July 14, 2008
The slow, emotional vibe of this movie is truly superb. Newman's quiet strength really makes the film. The effect that he gradually has on the people surrounding him is of particular interest. I thought the supporting characters really helped to demonstrate this. "Cool Hand Luke" is a classic worth a watch by everyone.
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MCT:July 7, 2008
Paul Newman has always played the anti-hero role perfectly and in this film, he does exactly that. A film for all to enjoy!
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MCT:July 2, 2008
It is definetly up there near the pinnacle of cool loner movies, Paul Newman was perfectly cast along with everyone else in the film. Some of the most iconic lines and images ever along with a timeless tale of a rebel sticking it to the man make this film a must-see.
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MCT:June 17, 2008How cool is Cool Hand Luke?
He's so cool that he's willing to eat 50 hardboiled eggs within an hour just to win a bet. This, in a prison where he has to share his immediate space with a
bunch of hardcore criminal chain-gang types, who are well within his ratio of flatulenciated influence. And if you can't understand that,
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MCT:June 1, 2008
Cool Hand Luke is a classic, only recently have i become more aware of Paul Newman's impressive back catalogue. Having seen Newman in Cool Hand Luke i am now sure he is one of the finest actors of the generation. The story is one of a guy who doesn't fit the time but who also feels that he isn't free to be what he wants. When arrested they try to make him conform but he still lives as he wishes an this leads to both touching and funny scenarios. In the end the man may think they got what they wanted but Luke never gave in.
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MCT:May 14, 2008Paul Newman sure looks different young. The big guy was scary in a "i'm gonna rape you boy" kinda way, but I still really enjoyed the film.
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MCT:May 8, 2008
I enjoyed the symbolism, metaphors, foreshadowing, and themes presented in this movie. It was a well-thought out story with a meaningful message about the human spirit.
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MCT:May 6, 2008
"what we have here is failiure to communicate". from the start you can tell it's something special and you know that you're in for trouble when you see lukes attitude... the eye-balling he does. plenty going on to enjoy such as the punch up in the yard, the poker game, the boiled egg scene, the numerous escape attempts or the digging scene... but it does seem a little dated now. it's got a great script and newman's on fine form. i didn't find it great as most others do... but i found it to be good. it's definitely sucking on the right tit!
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MCT:April 21, 2008
Cool Hand Luke is a forever classic movie that tells the fairly simple story of a man who just doesn't know how to give up.
During the opening credits we are introduced to a man named Luke (Newman); he's drunk and cutting the heads off parking meters. His crime isn't seen with sympathy and he is sentenced to two years on the chain gang in a prison camp. His treatment is inhumane as the prisoners are forced to work long hours under the boiling hot sun performing maintenance duties on roads - they re-tar the surface, shovel out clogged ditches, etc. And at night the slightest contravention leads to a night in 'the box'; that is, a small shed where a prisoner will be in solitary confinement. Luke approaches his punishment with a smile on his face. His spirit can't be broken no matter how harsh the conditions are. He's silent most of the time and he's not a trouble-maker. His nickname amongst the prisoners becomes 'Cool Hand Luke' to match his cool personality.
The prison warden (Martin) is not pleased with Luke's attitude and aims to break his spirit. This conflict becomes the heart of the film.
Cool Hand Luke is a memorable movie that is a study of the unbreakable human spirit in the face of oppression. It's not a prison movie, but a simple tale about failure to conform in a world that requires it.
Although a dialogue-driven drama the film has a great message and is filled with memorable sequences. The film is long but it's not overlong. Each scene has a purpose in relation to the advancement of the story; each scene further develops the character of Luke and his indestructible spirit. By developing the character so effectively we can easily empathise with him during his dilemma later on into the movie.
Paul Newman delivers an unforgettable performance as Luke. Many may regard this as his best performance. He was nominated for an Oscar and his portrayal is full of heart, but it's still up for debate as to whether it's his best performance. There are many familiar faces present in this production. George Kennedy achieves a highly memorable performance. His character recognises that Luke is a man who can't be beaten. Also look out for a very young Dennis Hopper.
The music by Lalo Schifrin emphasizes the drudgery of working in a chain gang. The music also underlines the heart and spirit that is a recurring theme in the movie. The soft guitar music is especially effective in creating this type of atmosphere.
Cool Hand Luke is a great film that is a classic in every sense of the word. Its great messages alone make the film worth watching. A must for film buffs. -
MCT:April 21, 2008
Newman is really cool in the movie! He refused to be destined, but struggled hard to change the fate. I will never forget the scene he swallowed that 50 eggs! Eash escape of Luke is a breathtaking climax.
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MCT:April 12, 2008
Cool Hand Luke is a classic drama with a 1st class performance from Paul Newman as the iconic rebel of the title.
This movie has a great sense of fun, with the obvious relish Luke has in defying the system and embarrassing his captors. -
MCT:April 8, 2008
wat a ripa of a film!!!!!!!!! who doesn't love the hard boiled egg scene... makes me sik finkin of it!!!! great stuff
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MCT:April 7, 2008
This is a good prison movie, which suits well for those fond of movies such as "Shawshank Redemption" and "Escape From Alcatraz". It isn't simply a prison movie, it's actually a movie about a man who isn't afraid to stand up for his individuality. An odd scene starts this off, when we see Lucas Jackson (Paul Newman) in the midst of destroying municipal property, by cutting the heads off of parking meters, which gives us an odd, but effective insight into the character's displeasure for conformity. The bizarre crime then sends him to a prison chain gang which is watched over by a seemingly coy, but ultimately tough guard. As rough as the harsh and hopeless prison life seems for the other prsioners, Lucas doesn't allow it to crack him like one of the 50 eggs he eats in one of the more memorable scenes. This refusal to accept his role as a victim of authority wins over his mates, and he ascends to a leadership figure and gains the nickname of "Cool Hand Luke". He further defies the system when he flees from the camp, and his resilience is put to the test once the guards try to break him. This is an enjoyable film thanks in large part to Newman's great performance. The cell scenes were also noteworthy because oif it's grittiness and humor, but if there is a main fault here, it is probably the fact that I don't think it's that much of a tragedy. As different of a guy as Lucas was, trying to escape from prison after a two years sentence is a little implausible, and the fact that he was in there for a crime he committed gives me a more neutral stance that I would like. It does have an anti-establishment narrative, so it isn't altogether ineffective. Not my favorite of the genre, but it's performances and dialogue along with Newman's winning smile should pack enough wallop for most movie buffs.
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MCT:April 7, 2008
A true classic. Love when he sings, the string in the bush to take a leak, and of course the busty babe washing the car.
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MCT:March 2, 2008
This movie is one of the few of its kind that I like. Just watching him eat those eggs raises my cholesterol.
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MCT:February 28, 2008
relatively slow plot-wise, but some great acting (Newman of course and the Oscar-winning George Kennedy before his Naked Gun days) and a great storyline. a great prison movie. Luke's religious crisis and the underlying Christian imagery is another bonus. unexpected ending, too, but totally satisfying.
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MCT:February 24, 2008
Another 70s prison flick. This is one of the most famous. Paul Newman gives an excellent performance.
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