Monthly Archives: May 2009

3 things about Christian Marquand’s CANDY

Posted on May 11, 2009 by robchristopher

Candy [1968] 1. “I’d give my right arm.” “You know, he’s left-handed.” 2. James Coburn enters the operating theater wearing white loafers. 3. Fake snow stuck to her eyelashes. This was a beautifully photographed piece of crap. It’s one of those … Continue reading →

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Posted on May 10, 2009 by robchristopher

The Sci-Fi Spectacular yesterday was a bit disappointing. Not the movies themselves; Planet of the Apes was really, really awesome in widescreen. But the marathon itself was kind of carelessly organized. Whether because they started the movies late or just … Continue reading →

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3 Things

Posted on May 8, 2009 by robchristopher

Diary of a Mad Housewife [1970] 1. "Com’on Teen, snap to it!"2. George doesn’t appear to have a TV set in his apartment. He does have an expensive-looking stereo though.3. He puts ice in two glasses. A strip of lemon … Continue reading →

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One last blast

Posted on May 7, 2009 by robchristopher

OK. One last time … if you can, get down to U of C’s Doc Films tonight at 7 to see Diary of a Mad Housewife. Truly one of the great forgotten movies of the 1970’s.

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3 things about A. Edward Sutherland’s POPPY

Posted on May 7, 2009 by robchristopher

Poppy [1936] 1. “Run to the nearest golf course and find me a doctor!” 2. The hat rolls around and around and around. 3. He picks up the Mayor’s hat and cane and slowly strolls out the door. Always a … Continue reading →

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More DOAMH

Posted on May 5, 2009 by robchristopher

Further thoughts of mine concerning Diary of a Mad Housewife.

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Crucial

Posted on May 4, 2009 by robchristopher

Diary of a Mad Housewife screens this Thursday. If you live in  Chicago and you love movies, you need to be there. Here’s what I wrote.

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3 things about John Glen’s FOR YOUR EYES ONLY

Posted on May 3, 2009 by robchristopher

For Your Eyes Only [1981] 1. “We can do a deal! I’ll give you a delicatessen! In stainless steel!” 2. First he throws the pin at him. To help the car over the side of the cliff, he gives it … Continue reading →

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3 things about Tommy Wiseau’s THE ROOM

Posted on May 3, 2009 by robchristopher

The Room [2003] 1. It’s morning. He turns off the alarm clock. Naturally the first thing he does is to pick up a rose and smell it. On his way to the bathroom he throws it on top of Lisa, … Continue reading →

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3 Things

Posted on May 2, 2009 by robchristopher

Raw Deal [1948] 1. Ann says, "If it makes any difference, Joe means nothing to me now." Pat slaps her, hard, and says, "That’s for nothing."2. Raymond Burr’s shoulders are a mile wide.3. Pat’s face in profile, covered with a … Continue reading →

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