My thanks to NetGalley and Gray Bear publishers for a copy of “Rewind “ for an honest review.

I love watching films, and reading about them , so this was the ideal book for me.Many of the movie selections covered I’d seen , but there were some mentioned that I wasn’t very familiar with , so it was good to have recommendations to look out for.
This was an entertaining and interesting book and I highly enjoyed reading it

A short round-up of the author’s favorite films, Rewind is a fun foray into one man’s watchlist. The book is filled with mostly films I haven’t heard of before, along with short descriptions and reviews. I picked this up to learn a bit more about classic movies from a film lover, and I did come away with some more knowledge and a few more films to add to my list. Maybe this is my fault for not totally understanding what the book was going for, but I did expect more of the review side and less of the recap. It felt a bit impersonal, but still enjoyable.

Rick Anderson does a great job in talking about these classic movies. I was engaged with what he read and enjoyed getting to read about these movies.

We might have to agree to disagree on what is or isn't an iconic movie. I feel like this was missing some great films that were maybe made for a different demographic.
Whoever helped research this messed up one very important quote, and had it just been in the text I could have overlooked it, but it's in bold writing.
The Court Jester quite goes: Listen carefully. The pellet with the poison's in the vessel with the pestle, the chalice from the palace has the brew that is true.
There were some movies I quite enjoyed and finding out fun facts about them, like Danny Kaye becoming too proficient with a fencing sword, lights up my day. I love a good random fact.
I received a copy via NetGalley and all opinions are my own.

An engaging collection of reviews about American movies from the 20th century. As noted in the introduction, these reviews are written by a sportswriter and often come off as such - more focused on accounting for the history and some of the statistics of specific movies rather than digging into their themes or looking at these films from a larger framework. This makes for good, light reading and some offbeat movie picks that enliven the book.

Did exactly what I hoped it would, allowed me to extend my watch list and gave me a little bit of trivia for movies that I had already seen and enjoyed. The movies I had already seen were ones I absolutely love so lets hope the ones I haven't seen yet are just as good.

The problem with writing a book which claims to list a top 50 films is that the choice is entirely subjective - Rick Anderson gets around this by making no claim to his selection being the best, but rather films he loves, ranging from classic black and white movies to more recent (although they don't go further than the 90s). Anderson is obviously a movie buff and that makes it a very interesting selection of films, some of which I was familiar with and others less so. He writes really well about them all, never claiming perfection and pointing out things that have aged badly or well and giving a good background on the subject of the film and his opinions on it. The book reminded me of films I've really enjoyed (and may want to rewatch in some cases) but also suggested a few I haven't seen but now want to look up. It's not always easy to find classic movies any more but this was an excellent reminder of the range and quality of them. A great book for any film lover which will almost certainly end up with you creating a list of your own!

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy in return for an honest review.

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As a film lover myself, I was pleased to see Anderson's list of his top films particularly because some of these films I have not seen. I plan to add these to my list of what to watch. Each film has a brief synopsis as well as personal insights and photographs. This was an enjoyable book to read and to discover old classic films (from 1945-1995) that I either will watch again or see for the first time. Such a fun read!

Thank you to Netgalley and Gray Bear Books for an ARC and I left this review voluntarily.

So much FUN!!

I have a deep passion for anything “cult” positive in the movie industry. Not creepy cult, but culture cult. So needless to say, this was one fun, interesting, unique ride through the history of Rick’s favorite or most notable cult films from the mid-1940s to the mid-1990s. He gives intuitive anecdotes and fun opinions on a variety of films. Some I’ve heard of and some I haven’t. It was neat seeing these unique films through the eyes of another cult film lover. I’ve definitely added a few to my watchlist.

I’ll admit the title has a huge impact on my emotions. The concept of rewinding is such a happy time in most of our lives so not only is this book entertaining but it also feel nostalgic and I love that.

In Rewind, the author Rick Anderson takes readers on an insightful journey through a selection of fifty films spanning from 1945 to 1995. With the keen eye of a seasoned film buff, Anderson explores the history and impact of these movies, delving into both iconic classics and hidden gems. Through his engaging writing, he offers readers a chance to rediscover beloved favorites like Rear Window and Apollo 13, while also shedding light on lesser-known yet equally captivating films. Rewind is a must-read for any cinephile seeking to explore the magic of cinema across decades, and Anderson's passion for the subject shines through in every page.

This is a list of movies that the author finds remarkable for some reason or another. Not in any kind of order, he jumps around from classic Hollywood to modern films, blockbusters, cult movies, Oscar-nominated, popcorn movies, successes and flops alike. Every entry includes fun anecdotes, historical background, casting choices, awards and a bit of information about each movie and its creators. Featuring all genres, the author’s love of cinema is palpable. I’ve seen many of these movies, others I’ve heard about and yet many were unknown to me, and I really enjoyed learning about them. I also liked how there are no spoilers here. Each one also includes photographs, production year and the main cast and crew details. There is no rhyme or reason as to why these movies were chosen, other than the author likes them. A treat for movie lovers.
I chose to read this book and all opinions in this review are my own and completely unbiased. Thank you, #NetGalley/#Gray Bear Books!

Buckle up, movie buffs, because Rewind: A Half-Century of Classics, Cult Hits, and Other Must-See Movies is about to take you on a journey through film history like no other! Rick Anderson, the ultimate movie guru, spills the beans on fifty films from the golden age of 1945 to the cool '90s. Seriously, this book's like that friend who's seen it all and wants to give you the inside scoop on the best movies ever. From big-name classics to hidden treasures that you didn't even know existed, Anderson's got your back. Whether you're a fan of thrillers like Rear Window or curious about quirky cult hits, this book's got something to make your movie-loving heart skip a beat. So, ready to hit that rewind button and dive into a world of cinematic magic? Grab this book, grab some popcorn, and get ready to be wowed!

I was hoping for some inside information that maybe I wouldn’t find on an IMDB page. I really liked the cover!