Golden Years: “Nancy Babich”
How to choose a fave scene from Cosmopolis, that is the question. There are so many AMAZING moments, each & every one I love. Â When having to choose just one though, I went with the scene where Eric shoots Torval. When I read that part in the book I knew seeing Rob act it out would be epic & of course he did NOT disappoint, he completely blew me away (pun not intended) Until now, Eric has never really had a proper conversation with Torval, of course they have spoken but no smiles or general friendly banter like here. Eric is lulling Torval into a false sense of security, smiling & joking, even looking him in the eye for the first time then BANG. Torval never saw that coming. Rob NAILS this scene, the look in his eye when he shoots Torval – perfect. I cannot say enough amazing things about Rob’s performance & the film. I still remember the feeling after I had watched the film for the first time. Eric & his story had me mind, body & soul & I feel the same every time I have watched since. There are no words to describe how much I LOVE Rob as Eric, his portrayal of this character is truly beyond words. You all know exactly what I mean. Cannot wait to spend the week celebrating Rob as Eric & this fantastic film.
Thanks so much once again to Maria for making these amazing vids for us. LOVE them so much.
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Maria
I love we are celebrating Cronenberg this week after this morning’s confirmation
Another masterpiece in the making that will clearly polarise the audience again
Michelle
Me too Maria, such perfect timing 🙂 Rob & David working together again makes me so happy. Cannot wait to witness the brilliance once again.
Carmel
Michelle, I have no idea how you girls pick out your fave bits of any movie but Cosmopolis would be impossible. But I am very glad you all do though. I love RPAU Goldern Years.
I understand your ‘ mind body and soul ‘ comment. This movie gets better with every viewing.
Michelle
It was SO hard Carmel, nearly impossible. I would have loved to have chosen the whole movie but sadly that would have been cheating. Oh & greedy *giggles*
Maria
No probs @Carmel – I doubt Lynda watched Cosmopolis – there’s no Edward in it.
Carmel
@Maria – I’m quoting again – ‘the more visionary the idea, the more people it leaves behind’ (Kinski this time). God, I loved her and Eric’s conversations. Such wonderful ideas so beautifully written and performed.
This book. This movie. Eric. I love them all with such intensity. This is going to be an exciting week
Lynda
I did watch Cosmopolis. Just because I loved the Twilight Saga, it doesn’t mean I don’t like anything else he is in. I have watched Water For Elephants and Remember me just as much as the Twilight Saga. I haven’t watched Cosmopolis as much as I would like but thats only because my children are usually around and the language is pretty bad in it, but Rob is excellent
Sue
Awesome choice, @Michelle. I love seeing this part of the movie with people who don’t know what’s coming. Agree, Rob totally nailed it.
(And for the record, I don’t think there would be any complaints if one of you was to choose the ENTIRE movie as your Golden Years Favourite Scene. Now who’s being greedy?!)
Maria
@Lynda I stand corrected.
Michelle
*giggles* @Sue, so true! Being greedy when it comes to Rob really is essential after all.
Jules
absolutely brilliant post Michelle!! i always love reading your comments. 🙂 couldn’t agree more 🙂