Monthly Archives: April 2021

3 things about Amy Seimetz’s SHE DIES TOMORROW

Posted on April 6, 2021 by robchristopher

She Dies Tomorrow [2020] 1. A rather faster tempo for the Lacrimosa than I’m used to hearing. 2. They agree not to wake her up. 3. Bloody rivers.

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3 things about Seijun Suzuki’s TAKE AIM AT THE POLICE VAN

Posted on April 5, 2021 by robchristopher

Take Aim at the Police Van [1960] 1. Burma Shave-style road signs warning of danger. 2. Group of teens hanging around the jukebox. 3. He replies that he prefers Japanese mystery novels.

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3 things about Steve Buscemi’s TREES LOUNGE

Posted on April 4, 2021 by robchristopher

Trees Lounge [1996] 1. He takes a bite of the ice cream sandwich and says, “Too much? Want me to put it back?” 2. Almost falling asleep while kneeling in front of the casket. 3. Little boy with a sheriff’s … Continue reading →

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3 things about Roberto Rossellini’s JOURNEY TO ITALY

Posted on April 3, 2021 by robchristopher

Journey to Italy [1954] 1. She seems to notice expectant mothers everywhere. 2. The look on his face when he hears that the girl’s husband is returning home. 3. “You’ve never tried to understand me.” 3 other things.

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3 things about W.S. Van Dyke’s MANHATTAN MELODRAMA

Posted on April 1, 2021 by robchristopher

Manhattan Melodrama [1934] 1. Torches and waterlogged corpses. 2. Over-the-shoulder shot, looking at Snow, then Wade socks him in the jaw. 3. He bends towards her and says, “Every now and then.” 3 other things.

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