Monthly Archives: December 2014

3 things about Don Siegel’s MADIGAN

Posted on December 31, 2014 by robchristopher

Madigan [1968] 1. A private elevator up to his office. Then he sits down at his desk, and a black policewoman brings him a cup of coffee on a saucer. 2. “I like Helen. She’s a bitch, but what the … Continue reading →

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3 things about Michael Glover Smith’s COOL APOCALYPSE

Posted on December 29, 2014 by robchristopher

Cool Apocalypse [2015] 1. Personal style, self-described: prairie hipster. 2. “Hey! You’re the one who taught me the importance of moisturizing.” 3. A package of Upton’s in the fridge.

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3 things about Peter Jackson’s THE HOBBIT: THE BATTLE OF THE FIVE ARMIES

Posted on December 26, 2014 by robchristopher

The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies [2014] 1. A strand of starlight, shown once and then never mentioned again. 2. Orcs on moose antlers, all beheaded. 3. “Your slip is showing.” Meh.

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3 things about Frank Capra’s IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE

Posted on December 25, 2014 by robchristopher

It’s a Wonderful Life [1946] 1. H.P. is painted on the side of his carriage. 2. “Please don’t hit my sore ear again! Please don’t hit my sore ear again!” 3. In every reality, it’s a Schlitz bar. 3 other things.

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3 things about Anthony Mann’s THE FURIES

Posted on December 23, 2014 by robchristopher

The Furies [1950] 1. She walks past the old woman, who turns her head and spits on the floor. 2. “I’m Dallas Hart. I’m new around here, honey.” “You couldn’t be new anywhere.” 3. She holds the handkerchief against the … Continue reading →

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3 things about Peter Godfrey’s CHRISTMAS IN CONNECTICUT

Posted on December 22, 2014 by robchristopher

Christmas in Connecticut [1945] 1. Mashed prune whip. 2. Restaurant Felix, 325 46th St. 3. “I’m not in a flipping mood, Mr. Yardley.” 3 other things.

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3 things about Mitchell Leisen’s REMEMBER THE NIGHT

Posted on December 20, 2014 by robchristopher

Remember the Night [1940] 1. Mary Smith of Roaring Falls, Ohio. Occupation: bubble dancer. 2. Her mother lives across from a junkyard. 3. As clear as Pikes Peak. 3 other things.

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Throwback Thursday: Gavin and Lesley.

Posted on December 18, 2014 by robchristopher

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3 things about George Seaton’s MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET

Posted on December 15, 2014 by robchristopher

Miracle on 34th Street [1947] 1. The look on her face after she tugs on his beard. 2. “Your Honor, the State of New York is second to none in its admiration of the Post Office Department.” 3. A giant … Continue reading →

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3 things about Sebastián Cordero’s EUROPA REPORT

Posted on December 14, 2014 by robchristopher

Europa Report [2013] 1. “I can’t find my toothbrush.” “We have to go back to earth.” 2. Omnipresent Europa One chyron. 3. Hygiene issues.

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