Monthly Archives: December 2018

Best films I watched for the first time in 2018.

Posted on December 31, 2018 by robchristopher

2018 was the year I learned that when you’re making a film, you don’t go to theaters very often. Or at least I didn’t. As a result, there are lots of 2018 heavyweights missing from my list. For me, watching … Continue reading →

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3 things about John Glen’s LICENCE TO KILL

Posted on December 29, 2018 by robchristopher

Licence to Kill [1989] 1. Parachuting into the wedding. 2. Bond and Q share a bedroom. 3. Felix seems to have completely gotten over the death of his wife. In the bottom five worst 007 films. 3 other things.

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3 things about Josie Rourke’s MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS

Posted on December 28, 2018 by robchristopher

Mary Queen of Scots [2018] 1. Animal herd traffic jam. 2. Black wedding dress. 3. A pardon in exchange for the bond.

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3 things about Orson Welles’ THE OTHER SIDE OF THE WIND

Posted on December 27, 2018 by robchristopher

The Other Side of the Wind [2018] 1. School bus full of dummies. 2. “When you talk poor to the rich, they jump to conclusions. They think we’re getting ready for the touch.” 3. Birthday candles reflected in Bogdonovich’s glasses.

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3 things about Sarah Smith & Barry Cook’s ARTHUR CHRISTMAS

Posted on December 20, 2018 by robchristopher

Arthur Christmas [2011] 1. “Converting milk and cookies to biofuel.” 2. Three pieces of sticky tape. 3. A really big map. Thank you Keith Phipps for the suggestion!

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3 things about Anthony Mann’s WINCHESTER ’73

Posted on December 19, 2018 by robchristopher

Winchester ’73 [1953] 1. “Are we going to quarrel?” he asks wearily. 2. Time for a quick cup of coffee before the attack. 3. Rock Hudson as an Indian chief, Tony Curtis as a cavalry soldier!

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3 things about David Mackenzie’s OUTLAW KING

Posted on December 18, 2018 by robchristopher

Outlaw King [2018] 1. Horses’ hooves, apples, mud. 2. Suspended in a hanging cage. 3. Impalement galore.

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Kevin Eskew joins ROY’S WORLD

Posted on December 17, 2018 by robchristopher

I am pleased to announce that animator Kevin Eskew has come onboard Roy’s World: Barry Gifford’s Chicago. Alongside Lilli Carré’s work, his animation will help the Roy stories come to life. Originally hailing from Indianapolis, Kevin attended the Animation Program … Continue reading →

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3 things about Kelly Reichardt’s CERTAIN WOMEN

Posted on December 17, 2018 by robchristopher

Certain Women [2016] 1. At the food court, she watches a teen in ceremonial dress order some Asian food. 2. Sliding open the bar door to reveal a magnificent view. Day after day after day. 3. “No privacy.” 3 other … Continue reading →

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3 things about Peter Sullivan’s CHRISTMAS TWISTER

Posted on December 16, 2018 by robchristopher

Christmas Twister [2012] 1. CHRISTAMS TWISTER. The film’s misspelled title card is the most shocking thing of all. 2. They just stand there and watch Bryan die! That’s no way to get him to ask you out on a date! … Continue reading →

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