Monthly Archives: May 2008

Uh oh. I’ve come to the conclusion that my new workplace is one of those buildings that is feezing year round. Especially in the summer, due to hyperactive air conditioing. I swear, if I had a little space heater in … Continue reading

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My review of Recount

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Take it from Neil Young: The world on a stringdoesn’t mean a thingit’s only real in the waythat I feel from day to day

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 via my pal at Optimist ClubIsabella Rossellini & Insect Sex You must check this out.

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Clearly my iPod is twisted. On my way to work this morning it played, in the following order: “The Rolling People” The Verve“Where Will I Be” Daniel Lanois“The Dark of the Matinee” Franz Ferdinand“I’d Really Love to See You Tonight” … Continue reading

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3 things about Paul Thomas Anderson’s THERE WILL BE BLOOD

There Will Be Blood [2007] My second viewing. 1. “Give me the blood so I can get out of here.” 2. He coats the tip of the stick with oil and then sets it on fire with a match. 3. … Continue reading

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3 Things

Breakfast on Pluto [2005] 1. Kitten is out in the rain, looking at a group of televisions in the window of a shop. An elderly gentleman with an umbrella watches. Then says to Kitten, “William Holden and Jennifer Jones.”2. Kitten … Continue reading

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3 things about Michael Apted’s 42: FORTY TWO UP

42: Forty Two Up [1998] 1. Karaoke: Sue does “Superstar” by the Carpenters. Her parents sit and watch, smiling. 2. Nicholas talks about how he wisheshe’d be more famous for his scientific work than for appearing in the films. “But … Continue reading

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3 Things

Recount [2008] 1. Laura Dern (as Katherine Harris) is about to step in front of the podium for a major press conference. She breathes in deeply and exhales. We hear her whispery, stuttering breath. Then the sounds of the crowd … Continue reading

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I’m feeling cranky today and I’m really not sure why.

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