More than just a movie

Ashleigh 2022-01-11 08:02:46

First of all, there is no doubt that Henry Fonda loves his career very much. The role of Norman not only fulfilled his Oscar actor's wish at the end of old Fonda’s life, but also poured the last bit of heat into his life. A fond memory for movie fans. K. Hepburn, the actor who has picked up four Oscars, has successfully portrayed the image of the protagonist’s wife. Her personality is different from Norman and complements each other. The wonderful and humorous dialogue between them is undoubtedly the beginning of the film. The last big thing.
It is worth mentioning that this film is considered H. Fonda's final work, less than a year after his death. But his outstanding performance is undoubtedly the best memorial left to the audience by this outstanding actor. The fact that father and daughter go into battle also shows the significance of this film beyond an excellent film. The coincidence of the father-daughter relationship in the film also hints to the audience: In reality, the relationship between Fonda's father-daughter and his daughter also tends to ease. It is believed that the old Fonda will get rid of loneliness and end his life peacefully. What's more interesting is that although his father and girl have constant conflicts, Cong Jian Fonda is deeply influenced by his father in terms of performance style and character creation in this film and other films. This may also prove that there is only unnecessary misunderstanding between the father and daughter, just like in the movie.
ps: Norman in the film is undoubtedly a character with a distinct personality. Personally, judging from his character's experience and characteristics, he believes that this is the prototype of Tim Burton's "Big Fish Dad".

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On Golden Pond quotes

  • Billy Ray: A canoe! Just like the Indians used.

    Norman: Actually, the Indians used a different grade of aluminum.

  • Bill Ray: You're having a good time, aren't you?

    Norman: Huh?

    Bill Ray: Chelsea told me all about how you like to have a good old time with people's heads. She does too, sometimes. Sometimes I can get into it and sometimes not. I think you should know, I'm pretty good at recognizing crap when I hear it. You know, it's not imperative that you and I become friends. I thought it would be nice. I'm sure you're a very fascinating person, and I thought it would be fascinating getting to know you. That's obviously not an easy task... No. You just go ahead and be... as poopy as you want, to quote Chelsea, and I'll be as receptive and as pleasant as I can be. But I want you to bear one thing in mind while you're jerking me around, making me feel like an asshole. I know precisely what you're up to. I'll take just so much of it. Ok?... Now what is the bottom line on this illicit sex question?

    Norman: Very good. That was a good speech. Bottom line, huh? You're a bottom line man? All right, here's the bottom line... Okay.

    Bill Ray: Hm?

    Norman: You seem like a nice man. A bit verbose, but nice...

    Bill Ray: Thank you.

    Norman: ...and you're right about me. I am fascinating.

    Bill Ray: I'm sure you are.

    Norman: Let's get back to talking about sex... anything you want to know, just ask me.

    Bill Ray: No, I just... uh, I just wanted to clear up that little question. Chelsea and I can sleep together, right?

    Norman: Sure, please do.

    [pauses, resumes reading]

    Norman: Just don't let Ethel catch you.