Monthly Archives: February 2020

3 things about John Huston’s FREUD

Posted on February 8, 2020 by robchristopher

Freud [1962] 1. “I’m not falling asleep. I’m gathering my strength. Sit down, and don’t interrupt me.” 2. False memories. 3. A scar just below his jawline, not hidden by his beard.

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3 things about Bong Joon Ho’s PARASITE

Posted on February 5, 2020 by robchristopher

Parasite [2019] 1. “I googled ‘art therapy’ and ad-libbed the rest.” 2. Sewage-stained cigarette. 3. The best plan? No plan.

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3 things about Noah Baumbach’s MARRIAGE STORY

Posted on February 5, 2020 by robchristopher

Marriage Story [2019] 1. “Even though I am 64 and have a dead gay husband, I manage to get up every day, live my life and feel pretty good about it.” 2. Double standard monologue. 3. He looks over at … Continue reading →

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Glasgow is heating up!

Posted on February 4, 2020 by robchristopher

An Official Selection of the Glasgow Film Festival, Roy’s World: Barry Gifford’s Chicago will screen at The Centre for Contemporary Arts‎ (CCA) on February 28 at 6pm and February 29 at 3:45pm. And tickets are now on sale! On the … Continue reading →

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3 things about Guillermo del Toro’s THE DEVIL’S BACKBONE

Posted on February 3, 2020 by robchristopher

The Devil’s Backbone [2001] 1. For no discernible purpose, a long rack of knives. 2. Rum and spices. 3. Sharpened sticks.

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3 things about Larry Cohen’s GOLD TOLD ME TO

Posted on February 2, 2020 by robchristopher

God Told Me To [1976] 1. Jailhouse hallway prostitute interview. 2. Cronenbergesque vaginal orifice. 3. End credit dedication to Bernard Herrmann! Often crude and confusing but exciting.

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3 things about Guillermo del Toro’s CRIMSON PEAK

Posted on February 1, 2020 by robchristopher

Crimson Peak [2015] 1. A black hand reaches over her shoulder. 2. Spoon scrape. 3. “I heard you the first time.” A cheap laugh, a line that’s completely out of place in this movie.

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