Michael E. Grost
Tomatometer-approved critic
Biography:
Abstract painter, writer of mystery fiction.
History of Film, Mystery Fiction, Comics, Art
Favorites:
The Tree of Wooden ClogsMinistry of FearIsn't Life WonderfulValley GirlThe Year of Living DangerouslyLapisSome Came RunningThunderboltA GeishaWonder RingOur HospitalityLola MontesL'avventuraSullivan's TravelsGrease 2Singin in the RainThe Immortal StoryRegenerationLes VampiresVertigoHe Walked by NightMeshes of the AfternoonA Man's CastleMurder is My BeatOrpheus
Location:
Detroit, Michigan, USA
“Pleasant little B-movie mystery, with fun portrayal of Dick Tracy.” –
Classic Film and Television
Apr 8, 2021
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The Redhead From Wyoming (1952)
50%
“Mild Western has good characters and an admirable interest in non-violent solutions to conflict.” –
Classic Film and Television
Apr 16, 2020
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Siegfried (1924)
93%
“Grim retelling of medieval legend.” –
Classic Film and Television
Feb 28, 2020
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Number 17 (1932)
73%
“Brilliantly photographed early Hitchcock.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 13, 2019
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The Mad Doctor of Market Street (1942)
“Genuine oddity bridges genres and techniques.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 13, 2019
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Tomahawk Trail (1957)
“Liberal anti-war, pro-Native American Western is surprisingly absorbing, despite low budget. Good cast helps.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 13, 2019
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Twenty Plus Two (1961)
“Solid detective story builds on the storytelling strengths of writer Gruber and director Newman.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 13, 2019
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A Thunder of Drums (1961)
“Sociological study of US Cavalry is grim, but at least it's faithful to director Newman's traditions.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 13, 2019
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3 Women (1977)
83%
“One of Altman's most atmospheric films.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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Daughters of the Dust (1991)
94%
“Visually beautiful classic.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome (1954)
“Visually creative extravaganza, with superb color and superimpositions.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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In the Mirror of Maya Deren (2002)
95%
“Informative look at great filmmaker Deren.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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Fireworks (1947)
“Original, poetic classic.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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Rabbit's Moon (1950)
“Dry run for later Anger films.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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Eaux d'Artifice (1953)
“Rousing look at fountains, stairways and the geometry of flowing water.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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L'enfant De Paris (2012)
“Delightful early film with engaging hero rescuing a kidnapped young woman.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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Le mystère des roches de Kador (The Mystery of the Kador Cliffs) (1912)
“Gem of early film has hero use technology and psychology to solve crime.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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The Chocolate Soldier (1941)
“Operetta fans will enjoy this nostalgic outing.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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Lady Killer (1933)
“Fun film is absolutely loaded with plot and fast paced zing.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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Taxi! (1932)
“Over-violent and grim.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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Thanks a Million (1935)
100%
“Film mixes delightful political satire with exuberant musical numbers.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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Bureau of Missing Persons (1933)
“Off-beat tale of police investigation benefits from supporting actors.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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My Past (1931)
“Triangle drama has charming stars and flashes of sensible realism.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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Blonde Crazy (1931)
“Talented stars suffer from indifferent material.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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Dangerous Female (1931)
71%
“First version is closer to the novel and has more romance.” –
Classic Film and Television
Dec 27, 2018
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