As Time Goes By
In celebration of its 40th anniversary, the American Film Institute revised its lists of the 100 greatest American films and 100 greatest movie songs of all time (Registration required to download.) In the venerated #1 song spot was Judy Garland’s soulful and iconic rendition of Over the Rainbow from the beloved family classic, The Wizard of Oz, and it would be hard to argue with their selection.
A close second, though, and one of my all time favorites, was As Time Goes By from the movie Casablanca. Surprisingly, it wasn’t written for the film and the movie version was never released as a single. Still, it’s hard not to associate the song with “Rick’s Café Américain. “ For me , it will always belong to Bogie and Bergman.
I’m sure most of you know at least some of the lyrics and will appreciate this video clip edited from the movie and featuring As Time Goes By. It brought back fond memories for me. You too?
Doug
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My favorite movie! Yes, the memories came in a tidal wave.
I think it's a movie for the romantic in all of us, one to watch with someone you love. Turn the lights down low, curl up with him or her near the fire with a glass of cognac, and enjoy this movie.
Whenever the wife and I are feeling like a love story (not one of today's "formula" sap-fests) we put on Casablanca. It is timeless. And you are right, when ever I hear that song I think of Bogart and Bergman.
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Sorry, couldn't resist. Love the movie, love the song, love the blog.
A great chick flick.
One thing I can tell about you is that you are a hopeless romantic. Am I right?
Guilty.