i-40312 Cat on a Hot Tin Roof shows incredible quanlification on Paul Newman and Elizabeth Taylor's performance.During watching this film,one who appreciates it must contribute adequate concentration to their expression.

davidcarniglia A memorable drama, with superb performances by Elizabeth Taylor, Paul Newman, and Burl Ives. The undercurrent of Taylor and Newman's wrecked marriage energizes the plot; they "occupy the same cage" as Taylor's Maggie puts it. She relentlessly tries seduction, but Newman could care less.As others have pointed out, Brick's brother is presented as a hen-pecked mediocrity, his family fairly trashy, while Brick and Maggie are the 'cool couple.' Actually, Gooper is a solid citizen, and Brick is a bitter alcoholic. It's amusing how Ives' Big Daddy shows no respect for Gooper's family, dropping sarcastic bombs all over them. Nonetheless, he's even more upset by Brick's non-conformity. It would be interesting to have a sort of prequel in which Brick's relationship with Skipper is shown, instead of just referred to. That would've been impossible in the 50s. In fact, it's surprising that the gay theme was explored in such depth, even if inferentially. Big Daddy is consumed by Brick's inclination; he can't understand it, for him it's a problem that should have a solution.Still, he shows considerable sensitivity to Brick. He never insults Brick, as he does everyone else, Maggie excepted. "We even love your hate" as Big Momma aptly puts it. He goes through a huge effort to shoo everyone away when he wants to talk to Brick. "Now that I'm straightened out, I'm gonna straighten you out!" Big Daddy tells him. Brick's alcoholism is the buffer between the way he is, and the way he's expected to be. The thunderstorm breaks, literally, just as they bring up Skipper. While Skipper was losing control, just before his suicide, Maggie wanted to go bed with him in an ironic attempt to keep him away from Brick by trying to 'fix' him. Interestingly, Big Daddy shows concern for Skipper, realizing that Brick is partially responsible for Skipper's death. Big Daddy has sensitivity, but lacks love.After Big Daddy discovers that he will die, the family argument over the estate rivals Brick and Bid Daddy's earlier argument for its intensity. It succeeds in pointing out Gooper's greed and shallowness. The climactic cellar scene telescopes the show's themes adroitly; Brick and Big Daddy finally do understand each other, and each other's strengths and weaknesses. The last scene, however, seems artificial, as though Brick can change his nature through an act of will.Cat On a Hot Tin Roof is an excellent movie, very passionate and very intelligent.

elvircorhodzic CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF is a drama about disruption, anger, lies, life storm and unrequited love in a rich family. It's hard to find a movie with a lot of brutal, greedy, dishonest and unfortunate characters. This is one of those films.Members of one family have gathered to celebrate the birthday of a wealthy landowner, who is the head of the family. In addition, they eagerly await the results of a medical search, because the landowner is seriously ill. If the results are positive, his children will inherit his fortune. However, family members, finally, have to look each other in the eye and say what they really think ...This is a very explicit drama about the lives of people which are lost in their own lies. They are ready for anger, hatred and greed through „toxic" dialogue, but are not ready to hear the truth about themselves and their family. Traces of happiness and love are only visible as a kind of illusion.The story, through the constant tension, handles serious family topics. However, serious family problems often transcend logic in one melodrama. This is especially noticeable in the characterization. Complex characters need a lot of space. Conflicts are full of violent and vulgar emotions. It is a more realistic picture of life, which is filled with lies and lack of understanding.I have noticed a certain fear of truth in some of the protagonists. They are actually in conflict with the ghosts of the past and can not move on. Mr. Brooks has tried to show us the real love and happiness in relation to material wealth. However, there is something missing. Perhaps an allusion to homosexuality, which he has skillfully hidden in the story. Perhaps the lack of human warmth .... The story, in which human weakness, the secrets of the past and hidden desires describe human personality is hard to believe.Paul Newman as Brick Pollitt is a former athlete and current drunkard, who is, despite that, looking very good. He despises his wife, who infinitely loves and wants him. Brick is haunted by the spirit of the past - the best friend. Mr. Newman is simply brilliant with a thoughtful expression on his face and a half-empty glass in his hand. An expert for character roles. Elizabeth Taylor as Margaret "Maggie/Maggie the Cat" Pollitt is truly a cat on a hot tin roof. She is passionate, impatient, sharp on the tongue, calculated, but desperate woman, who is willing to do anything to restore the love of her beloved husband. Maggie is grumpy and gentle, combative and fragile at the same time. The woman who is on the verge of an emotional precipice ready to stubbornly raise her head and move on.Burl Ives ( Harvey Pollitt) is a real thunderstorm in the house. Judith Anderson (Ida Pollitt) is a woman who can not accept any truth in addition to a sense of illusionary love. It's hard to be a mother. Jack Carson (Cooper Pollitt) is pretty boring as greedy and deceptive older brother. Madeleine Sherwood (Mae Pollitt) does a fine job as a foul-mouthed and squeaky little woman who smelled "treasure".Ironically, the film ends with the most pronounced lie. However, afterwards, everyone is happy.

Mr-Fusion I don't think I've seen Elizabeth Taylor as gorgeous as she is in "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof". Just stunning. And she gives a great performance in the film, adding to the terrific ensemble cast (Newman, Ives, Carson, Anderson, Sherwood) in this near-2- hourlong argument that feels just like you're watching a stageplay. The dialogue bristles and keeps your attention rapt even as you pray for these people to stop punishing each other. Not I've wanted to punch someone so badly as I did sister Mae and her no-neck heathens. At the very least, the incorrigible Newman came to his damn senses and learned to love Taylor again. But it's Burl Ives performance that steals the show. Easy. The guy had heart, and lent depth to that character. Really a great performance. It's a bit of a rough movie, flared tempers and voices always shouting. It's like one of those really awful family reunions (with death hanging in the air, to boot) you have to sit through. But there's a catharsis at the end of this hard-fought skirmish, and the movie's all the more rewarding for it. Great movie.8/10