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3 things about Alain Resnais’ LAST YEAR AT MARIENBAD

Posted on May 9, 2008 by robchristopher

Last Year at Marienbad [1961] 1. The woman slowly tears up the letter. She then puts the fragments on the tabletop in front of her, piece by piece. Later, when X arrives, she puts the fragments into an ashtray. 2. … Continue reading →

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3 Things

Posted on May 8, 2008 by robchristopher

Advise & Consent [1962] 1. The Senator informs everyone that Brick has just died. The room clears. Except for Charles Laughton. He sits alone, taking a long puff off his cigarette, the most enigmatic expression in human history on his face.2. Betty … Continue reading →

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3 Things

Posted on May 6, 2008 by robchristopher

Love Crazy [1941] 1. William Powell has his head stuck between the elevator doors. The dog comes up to him and starts licking his face.2. William Powell in drag looks distinctly like Alec Guinness in drag.3. At the dinner in … Continue reading →

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3 things about David Cronenberg’s VIDEODROME

Posted on May 4, 2008 by robchristopher

Videodrome [1982] 1. Max sticks the pin through Nicki’s earlobe, leaves it there. They kiss. 2. MS Max entering Spectacular Optical for the first time: to the right of the doorway is a small hand-written sign, “please turn off all … Continue reading →

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3 things about Thom Eberhardt’s NIGHT OF THE COMET

Posted on May 4, 2008 by robchristopher

Night of the Comet [1984] 1. In the department store, the countertop mannequin: a hand and arm from the elbow up supporting a head. Used as a hat display. 2. The red dust being washed away by the rain, running … Continue reading →

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Looptopia

Posted on May 3, 2008 by robchristopher

I’m really glad I went. There were some weird, brief downpours early in the evening but aside from that the weather was perfect. Hovering around 60 degrees with just the slightest hint of a breeze. I met up with Jim … Continue reading →

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Differences Between The Old Job and The New One #1

Posted on April 30, 2008 by robchristopher

Yesterday, coming back from lunch, I let my boss know that I was back at my desk. Her response: “Oh, you don’t really have to tell me when you’re going on your lunch.”

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First Day

Posted on April 29, 2008 by robchristopher

As with any first day somewhere, it was mildly bewildering, exciting, dull, anxiety-inducing, and easy. It’s hard to find yourself stuck into a new place. I’ll be fine though. People seem very at ease. It will easily be the largest … Continue reading →

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3 Things

Posted on April 29, 2008 by robchristopher

Away from Her [2006] 1. Fiona is leaving her examination. She looks at the people gathered in the waiting room. Then she says, "What an ugly baby!"2. Marian closes her front door after Grant leaves. She says, "What a jerk." … Continue reading →

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Posted on April 28, 2008 by robchristopher

Alright: today’s the first day at the new job. Wish me luck!

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