Terrill wrote:
"Jim, you're assuming Altman thinks being a loser is a bad
thing. If you look at just about any of his films it is
pretty clear to see that he sympathizes with the losers over
the winners every time."
Yeah, sure. Take THE PLAYER, for examp- oh... uhhhh.... that
is....
Seriously though, the above statement struck me as incredibly
glib.
For what it's worth, I don't think that Altman's characters
were ever "real" to him. It always seemed to me as if for
him, directing actors was a bit like moving chess pieces
around on a board, and if you've gotta sacrifice a knight and
a few pawns.... well.
Your Mileage May Vary-
Brian
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