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Alfie: Michael Caine
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Caine’s Alfie was an unrepentant jerk, but he got to have fun. It wasn’t until the final act that he began to grow a conscience. His cynicism was innocent; watching him, you’re repulsed by his attitudes but you understand that he really doesn’t know any better. He thinks his way of living is the only safe way — avoid attachments and the fun of shagging a new girl every night can go on indefinitely. Any other choice would be a capitulation to the Establishment. Being amoral made him cruel, but it made him feel more alive than the suckers who bought into the status quo.
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Watching Alfie, which was Caine's breakout film (along with The Ipcress File of the previous year), it's easy to see why it made him a star. It's ... difficult to understand why a remake is necessary. What's that all about, Hollywood?
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The original “Alfie” captured a blend of romp and reality that was shocking and innovative in its time, and introduced a young Michael Caine to the world. In this contemporary re-invention, Alfie is now an irresistible Londoner who has taken up residence in Manhattan, where he hopes to make his fortune -- and make love to as many beautiful women as possible. The sophistication of New York City is the perfect setting for Alfie, who knows that when it comes to shagging birds, it’s all about one thing… “location, location, location.” Surrounded by an abundance of gorgeousness and diversity,” Alfie takes every opportunity to conquer all the women he can, whenever he can.
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