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3 things about Mel Brooks’ YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN

Posted on September 7, 2010 by robchristopher

Young Frankenstein [1974] 1. It begins to rain. 2. “There. Now I’ve touched it. Are you happy?” 3. Sssst!

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3 things about Andrei Tarkovsky’s IVAN’S CHILDHOOD

Posted on September 6, 2010 by robchristopher

Ivan’s Childhood [1962] 1. Chicken on a chain. 2. Suddenly, a blinding flash on the water. 3. Hanging from the rafters is a line of wire nooses.

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3 things about Gregor Jordan’s THE INFORMERS

Posted on September 4, 2010 by robchristopher

The Informers [2008] 1. Looping, looping, looping. How much of this movie was dubbed because of bad location sound? 2. Mickey Rourke’s unconvincing mustache. 3. Is the final shot supposed to be some kind of weird, inappropriate homage to Whatever … Continue reading →

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3 things about Edgar G. Ulmer’s DETOUR

Posted on September 3, 2010 by robchristopher

Detour [1945] 1. “What’d you do? Kiss him with a wrench?” 2. The torn label of the liquor bottle. 3. “You hurt me.” For the briefest of moments she appears bewildered and astonished.

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George Clooney: cold-blooded, crinkly charm

Posted on September 1, 2010 by robchristopher

The American is uneven but, because of George Clooney’s canny performance, still worthwhile. And here are 3 things.

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3 things about Anton Corbijn’s THE AMERICAN

Posted on August 31, 2010 by robchristopher

The American [2010] 1. “Don’t make friends. You used to know that, Jack.” 2. They stroll past a pair of lovers on a bench, kissing. The priest says, “I wonder how many bastards have been made here.” 3. He carefully … Continue reading →

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New cocktail: MYSTERIOUS FLAME

Posted on August 30, 2010 by robchristopher

Mysterious Flame 2 oz. gold rum (DonQ) 1/2 oz. dark rum (Myers’s) 3/4 oz. fresh lime juice 1/4 oz. apricot brandy 1/4 oz. Don’s mix Shake well with cracked ice, pour unstrained into a tumbler or tiki mug. Add more … Continue reading →

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3 things about Lone Scherfig’s AN EDUCATION

Posted on August 30, 2010 by robchristopher

An Education [2009] 1. She places the wrapped package on top of the book she’s just been given. The package is the exact shape and size of the book. 2. “David! I don’t want to lose my virginity to a … Continue reading →

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3 things about David Lean’s THE BRIDGE ON THE RIVER KWAI

Posted on August 28, 2010 by robchristopher

The Bridge on the River Kwai [1957] 1. “I have already given the order.” Unspeakable weariness. 2. Night. In the center of the river, a glowing green rock. 3. He drops his stick; the spell is broken.

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3 things about Alfonso Cuarón’s CHILDREN OF MEN

Posted on August 27, 2010 by robchristopher

Children of Men [2006] 1. “This is the country we live in.” 2. “Pull my finger.” 3. “I’m going to name her Dylan, it’s a girl’s name too.”

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