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3 things about David Swift’s HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING

How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying [1967] 1. “Put up or shut up, son.” 2. A bulky office machine sheathed in its cover. 3. Biggley’s private washroom is located behind the fireplace. (Is that feasible?) 3 other things.

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3 things about Sarah Polley’s STORIES WE TELL

Stories We Tell [2012] 1. Talking on the phone, making a stop sign with her hand. 2. He explains why taking out the garbage makes him feel like he’s not in control. It means you’re on someone else’s schedule. 3. … Continue reading →

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3 things about Guillermo del Toro’s HELLBOY II: THE GOLDEN ARMY

Hellboy II: The Golden Army [2008] 1. Night Gallery on TV. 2. “I’m not a baby, I’m a tumor.” 3. Wings of eyes.

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3 things about Robert Altman’s THAT COLD DAY IN THE PARK

That Cold Day in the Park [1969] 1. He lies on the floor under the coffee table puffing on a cigar, a glass of wine balanced on his chest. 2. “He has a terrible habit of plucking at the creases … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday: Grey Card and Donuts

That’s me holding a grey card. And a box of donuts.

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3 things about Rich Moore’s WRECK-IT RALPH

Wreck-It Ralph [2012] 1. Brick blanket. 2. Devil Dogs. 3. Mentos stalactites.

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3 things about Denis Villeneuve’s ENEMY

Enemy [2013] 1. Walking down the ceiling of the hallway. 2. Conventional blueberries, organic blueberries. 3. “How was school tonight?” Brilliant. The Toronto setting adds immeasurably. It really captures the disquiet of Saramago’s work.

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3 things about Christopher Guest’s BEST IN SHOW

Best in Show [2000] 1. Seven kimonos. 2. “She looks like a cocktail waitress on an oil rig.” 3. Pug and leg.

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Throwback Thursday: on location

Shooting on location in Colorado, January 1995: (L to R) me, Gavin Mayer, Lesley Walbridge, DC Vito. Happy Thanksgiving!

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3 things about Howard Hawks’ MAN’S FAVORITE SPORT?

Man’s Favorite Sport? [1964] 1. As the bar revolves he walks alongside holding his martini. 2. “Every time I see you, you’re up to your neck in zippers!” 3. Paula Prentiss: a pioneering Manic Pixie Dream Girl.

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