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R.I.P. Mr. Albert Finney

posted 6 years ago by LeWildPlatypus (768)
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Call me Sir if you like! Maybe people in America think being a Sir is a big deal. But I think we should all be misters together. I think the Sir thing slightly perpetuates one of our diseases in England, which is snobbery. And it also helps keep us 'quaint,' which I'm not a great fan of. You don't get much with the title anymore. That was all carved up by the robber barons in the Middle Ages.

Humble man.

https://www.standard.co.uk/showbiz/celebrity-news/albert-finney-dead-oscar-nominated-actor-dies-aged-82-after-short-illness-a4061641.html

[–] [deleted] 6 years ago

Great actor. One of the very best. Should have won at least one Oscar.

Sadly, I had a feeling this would happen soon. He was at that age, and we hadn't heard from him for a while.

Anyway, a true great whose indelible presence in film should never be underestimated.

RIP.

[–] twinA (4921) 6 years ago

I'll make it a point to see one of his films for the first time, Miller's Crossing (1990). May his legacy and tactfulness live on and serve as an example for aspiring actors and actresses now and in the future.

~~/o/

[–] [deleted] 6 years ago

You haven't seen Miller's Crossing?

It's brilliant. One of the Coen Brothers' best.

[–] twinA (4921) 6 years ago

I read it really shows Finney's acting chops.

~~/o/

[–] [deleted] 6 years ago

It does.

He was one of those few British actors who I found genuinely convincing whenever he put on an American accent. It helped that he often played larger-than-life/gregarious characters who were akin to something out of a golden age Hollywood movie.

[–] twinA (4921) 6 years ago

I had posted this in the general discussion board but it fits right in with your description of Mr. Finney.

From The Hollywood Reporter:

"Finney's respect for acting, rather than the trappings of celebrity, allowed him to seek out parts for their character depth rather than the notoriety they might bring him. Often, he was unrecognizable under makeup or in costume, and he was known for his mastery of accents."

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/albert-finney-dead-tom-jones-dresser-erin-brockovich-star-was-82-1022693

That is the very definition of great acting. May his memory live on.

~~/o/

[–] [deleted] 6 years ago

I wholeheartedly agree with that epitaph.

[–] charliekelly (1018) 6 years ago

You're in for a treat with Miller's Crossing. Probably the most underrated film from the Coen's.

[–] twinA (4921) 6 years ago

I'm excited now, thank you. (^_^)
The Coen's have such a good reputation, the thought of working with them even got Bill Murray interested in jumping at the chance and he's a very picky actor.

~~/o/

[–] charliekelly (1018) 6 years ago

I've read that about him. Even bigger names have trouble just getting Murray on the phone. Something about a number that you can only leave messages on, and he'll randomly call you back if he likes something.

[–] PaladinNJ (21509) 6 years ago

just heard. Said to see him go.

[–] Gary O. (1009) 6 years ago

Finney was excelent as an NYPD detective in Wolfen.

[–] DarthRoger (867) 6 years ago

I've liked him in most every role he's taken. "Big Fish" was a gem of a movie that not many people have seen. Really enjoyed it and he will be missed!

[–] paulsdhart (277) 6 years ago

Rip.
Sad news

[–] charliekelly (1018) 6 years ago

Big Fish is a really good one. Always reminded me of my grandfather and his stories.

[–] gcarras (2770) 6 years ago

Yeah, I eadf about it by looking at YouTube. A main, and great role, in 1970's Dickens musical SCROOGE.

[–] Xcalat3 (3748) 6 years ago

R.I.P.

[–] TM1617-2 (642) 6 years ago

He always has been and will be Oliver Warbucks to me. This is tragic news as I've known the actor since my early years. May Albert Finney continue forever as the richest man in the country.

[–] PaladinNJ (21509) 3 years ago

Scrooge will always be my favorite of his.

[–] TM1617-2 (642) 3 years ago

PaladinNJ, Albert Finney does an excellent job in Scrooge, too. I have been introduced to him through Annie. Its one of my special movies.