We are halfway through August already, and I spent the entirety of today watching movie after movie but it was so hot and somehow sleepy that I did not have energy to do literally anything else — not even take some notes for my (more or less) daily post. Instead of a review, here is the list of the Gregory Peck movies I ended up seeing. What I find pretty interesting that all of them are lesser know works of his, one I have not really seen discussed (or mentioned, to be honest). Too bad my laziness and the summer weather cause me to not bring any significant change to the situation.
Only the Valiant (1951) — a pretty forgettable western.
Moby Dick (1956) — I know this one is not forgotten, but it still seems like an adaptation of Moby Dick by John Huston, starring Gregory Peck should have been a bigger deal. The book IS better but I like how the film tried to incorporate some of the most iconic quotes, plus I liked the design of the ship.
Behold Pale Horse (1964) — Spanish war drama that seems both impressive and odd. I kind of wish I watched it with more attention, and not while marathoning movies because there’s a lot to unpack here.
Mackenna’s Gold (1969) — definitely the wildest of the movies and the one I enjoyed most. Probably an unforgivably offensive portrayal of indigenous Americans but just such a ride. The soundtrack by Quincy Jones is great and this is the second, after Behold Pale Horse, Gregory Peck—Omar Sharif project today which I enjoyed.
The Scarlet and the Black (1983) — my personal feelings towards Catholic Church make my view of this film biased. This is all I’ll say.
Swingin' at the Seance 