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Author Archives: robchristopher
3 things about Sam Mendes’ SKYFALL
Skyfall [2012] 1. The frost on the glass slowly dissipates as the bartender pours the drink into it. 2. Q’s Scrabble mug. 3. “Welcome to Scotland.” 3 other things.
3 things about John Huston’s THE MALTESE FALCON
The Maltese Falcon [1941] 1. “When you’re slapped, you’ll take it and like it!” 2. He stabs at the lead figure, does a stiff duck-like waddle, then laughs. 3. The elevator gate closes in front of her tear-stained face. 3 … Continue reading
3 things about Sofia Coppola’s SOMEWHERE
Somewhere [2010] 1. Pole dance Foley. 2. Bencio Del Toro in a trucker hat. 3. She’s 11 and she’s making Hollandaise sauce.
3 things about Blake Edwards’ THE GREAT RACE
The Great Race [1965] 1. “It’s lucky Texas Jack ain’t around. He’d gun that dude for sure!” 2. Foam slides from the bottom of his pant leg. 3. A single speak of blueberry on his immaculate white jersey. 3 other … Continue reading
Trivia: I’m wearing a Neko Case shirt
in my new author photo. See the picture and read a new interview with me about Queue Tips. Hope to see those of you in Chicago at the book launch tonight. Otherwise, support your local indie bookstore!
3 things about Vincente Minnelli’s SOME CAME RUNNING
Some Came Running [1958] 1. He throws some money down and tells the bartender, “Go and buy yourself a Quonset hut.” 2. She says, “I don’t understand you, but I love you! What’s the matter with that?” A dawning in … Continue reading
3 things about Sam Mendes’ SKYFALL
Skyfall [2012] 1. Silva is introduced in a single, long take. Later, he puts his hand on Bond’s leg, who says, “How do you know it’s my first time?” 2. Albert Finney in a bushy beard blasting away with a … Continue reading
The same dissatisfied question: “What should I watch?”
A very nice post by Maggie Hellwig about the book. The launch party is next week!
3 things about Woody Allen’s DECONSTRUCTING HARRY
Deconstructing Harry [1997] 1. Jumpcut loop. 2. “Tradition is the illusion of permanence.” 3. Next to the typewriter is a box of paper, assorted Chinese takeout cartons, an autographed baseball.
3 things about Norman Jewison’s AGNES OF GOD
Agnes of God [1985] 1. “I’m obsessed with smoking. One day I’ll be obsessed with something else, and I’ll quit smoking.” 2. Two nuns in an elevator. A third woman uses the shiny door as a mirror and puts on … Continue reading
