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3 things about Lewis Allen’s DESERT FURY

Posted on May 15, 2009 by robchristopher

Desert Fury [1947] 1. Mary Astor’s squiggle blouse. 2. The glowing red edges of the steering wheel. 3. “She only calls me that when she wants something from me.” “I do want something from you! I want you to kiss me!” … Continue reading →

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3 Things

Posted on May 13, 2009 by robchristopher

Leatherheads [2008] 1. "You’re the kind of cocktail that comes on like sugar but gives you a kick in the head."2. He knows the jig is up. Jonathan Pryce adjusts his tie and turns the gesture into a shrug, sheepishly … Continue reading →

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David Byrne coolness

Posted on May 12, 2009 by robchristopher

New live David Byrne EP available!

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Posted on May 11, 2009 by robchristopher

Over the weekend I also saw Star Trek: The Motion Picture, The Planet of the Apes, 2001: A Space Odyssey and The Brother From Another Planet. But I’m not doing my 3 Things for those. Wasn’t taking notes, hehe.

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3 things about Christian Marquand’s CANDY

Posted on May 11, 2009 by robchristopher

Candy [1968] 1. “I’d give my right arm.” “You know, he’s left-handed.” 2. James Coburn enters the operating theater wearing white loafers. 3. Fake snow stuck to her eyelashes. This was a beautifully photographed piece of crap. It’s one of those … Continue reading →

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Posted on May 10, 2009 by robchristopher

The Sci-Fi Spectacular yesterday was a bit disappointing. Not the movies themselves; Planet of the Apes was really, really awesome in widescreen. But the marathon itself was kind of carelessly organized. Whether because they started the movies late or just … Continue reading →

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3 Things

Posted on May 8, 2009 by robchristopher

Diary of a Mad Housewife [1970] 1. "Com’on Teen, snap to it!"2. George doesn’t appear to have a TV set in his apartment. He does have an expensive-looking stereo though.3. He puts ice in two glasses. A strip of lemon … Continue reading →

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One last blast

Posted on May 7, 2009 by robchristopher

OK. One last time … if you can, get down to U of C’s Doc Films tonight at 7 to see Diary of a Mad Housewife. Truly one of the great forgotten movies of the 1970’s.

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3 things about A. Edward Sutherland’s POPPY

Posted on May 7, 2009 by robchristopher

Poppy [1936] 1. “Run to the nearest golf course and find me a doctor!” 2. The hat rolls around and around and around. 3. He picks up the Mayor’s hat and cane and slowly strolls out the door. Always a … Continue reading →

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More DOAMH

Posted on May 5, 2009 by robchristopher

Further thoughts of mine concerning Diary of a Mad Housewife.

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