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This short documentary, shot in the glass factories of Leerdam and Schiedam, demonstrates how glass blowers do their work. But thanks to the superbly edited ballet of working hands and the sequence of mechanical motions of the engines, is it especially a cinematic tour de force. That the industry can’t do without man’s involvement is shown in the scene where we hear the voice of Haanstra himself counting the bottles on the conveyor belt, until one bottle breaks…
A young Apache boy, raised by white settlers after his tribe's massacre, grapples with his identity and seeks revenge against the outlaws responsible for his family's death. Torn between his adopted family and his desire for retribution, he must navigate the complexities of loyalty and justice in the volatile American West.
The film received a mixed reception, with critics noting its attempts at a sensitive portrayal of Native American themes but often finding the execution lacking. While some appreciated the performances, particularly from the younger cast, others criticized the pacing and conventional Western tropes.
Praised for its ambition in exploring a complex Native American perspective.
Criticized for predictable plot points and uneven pacing.
Robert Blake's performance as the conflicted protagonist was often highlighted.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest appreciation for the film's emotional depth and its attempt to present a more nuanced view of the Western genre, though some found the storyline to be somewhat dated.
Although Sam Newfield directed over 200 films in his career, 'Glass' is one of his lesser-known works, often overshadowed by his earlier B-westerns.
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Ostensibly a documentary about the art of Dutch glassblowing, and engagingly illustrative at that - with a gently jazz soundtrack - it gradually evolves into something altogether more thought-provoking. Back to the actual blowing, though, a...