On the Waterfront

1954 "The man lived by the jungle law of the docks!"

On the Waterfront

8.1 | 1h48m | NR | en | Drama

A dim-witted yet kind-hearted boxer, Terry Malloy, who failed to succeed unintentionally lures a man to his death after being tricked by a criminal called Johnny Friendly whose men pick of every man who has the courage to speak up to their crimes. As he works on the waterfronts that Friendly owns, he is sent to a church meeting run by a good preacher about how to deal with the problem and runs into the dead man’s sister. Slowly, he falls in love with her and begins to feel guilt about his crime.

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8.1 | 1h48m | NR | en | Drama , Crime , Romance | More Info

Released: July. 28,1954 | Released Producted By: Columbia Pictures , Horizon Pictures Country: United States of America Budget: 0 Revenue: 0 Official Website:

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Cast

Marlon Brando , Karl Malden , Lee J. Cobb

Director

Richard Day

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Columbia Pictures , Horizon Pictures

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Reviews

Ivan Lalic Not seldom great actors are remembered not by their best roles, but the ones that went out into theaters at just the right time for a certain generation, like did "On the Waterfront". Mid fifties were the time of changing in the Hollywood and some fresh, new faces were hitting the big screen, bringing the spirit of rebellion with them. Brando fitted like a glove in that surroundings, earning his first nom, and so did the movie, winning a total of 8 ''oscars", including all the major ones. However, the movie itself brought ''just'' an ok story, some good grim atmosphere and trademark Brando acting. Taking that into consideration, the praise it earned was somewhat overacted, since both Kazan, Brando and Malden had better movies. ''On the waterfront'' was maybe an important movie in its time, but now represents just a solid social drama.

leethomas-11621 Despite a compelling script and a knockout performance from Marlon Brando I wish the film were more inspirational because the message is important. Maybe time has faded its impact. The over-dramatic Bernstein score takes away more than it gives. The irony of this film's being made because its director didn't do what Terry Malloy did- stand up to thugs in authority - leaves me with reservations.

Eric Stevenson I admit to knowing nothing about this film other than that it was the movie that Marlon Brando's famous line, "I coulda been a contender" came from. I guess this wasn't also the one where his famous "Stella!" line came from. I didn't know this film won so many Oscars, but it certainly deserves it. It really was interesting going into this movie completely blind and then being amazed at how great it was. I just love the characters in this movie. I didn't even know what the title meant. There's a nice little title drop and it's revealed the film is simply about working on the docks, literally near the front of the water. I live in Florida, you'd think I've heard of that before.The best character is probably the preacher. I just love the use of religious role models in films, particularly with how this guy talks about how we should be loyal Christians. Even as he's getting hit by random objects, he continues to discuss the importance of his beliefs. I also feel like this movie was just the right length. It's actually pretty short for a Best Picture Winner, but there's nothing wrong with that. There are so many genuinely exciting scenes and I totally get the romantic relationship with Terry (Marlon Brando). It's set up and paced very nicely. If you're a fan of well, anything, be sure to check this classic out! ****

PimpinAinttEasy Dear Martin Scorsese, I watched your interview on the special features section of the On The Waterfront DVD. You did make some good points about how On the Waterfront was a pioneer in the way the streets of New York was filmed and looked on screen. You also stated that Brando's performance was unique and you had not seen anything like it before except for John Garfield in Force of Evil. But I was thinking about Sterling Hayden in The Asphalt Jungle. I am not comparing Sterling to Brando. But I was thinking about how both the characters were conflicted by the corruption around them, seemingly unable to escape their terrible circumstances. Brando exuded the lonesomeness and melancholy of the failed boxer trying to save his soul by standing up to the union boss who controls the livelihood of the longshoremen. I see parallels between Brando's performance in On the Waterfront and De Niro's in The Raging Bull. I also think Lee.J.Cobb's performance is seriously underrated. He upstaged Brando in some of their scenes together. Cobb's menacing certainty about his evil manipulative ways was a perfect foil for Brando's confusion. Their interactions were the best part of the film. I wish the writer had written more scenes with the two of them squaring off. I was not too impressed by the weepy Eva Marie Saint or the saintly Karl Malden. On the Waterfront tells a universal story. It is a very depressing film when you think about it. I can never forget the final scenes when Brando is being beaten up by the thugs and all the longshoremen simply crowd around and look on. The shots of them passively crowding around the brawling men like sheep was clearly used by Kazan to convey their impotence. Best Regards, Pimpin. (8/10)