Author Archives: robchristopher

Life With Father [1947] 1. William Powell empties the rest of water glass, watering the rubber plant.2. “Why, this woman claims that she sat on my lap and I didn’t like it!”3.  Elizabeth Taylor jumping onto the boy’s lap.

28 Weeks Later [2007] 1. Ridiculous ending that blatantly leaves the door open for a sequel. Puh-lease.2. The father conveniently pops up whenever handy plotwise.3. One nice touch: the dirty goose waddling about on the bridge among the garbage. (What … Continue reading →

In an attempt to be completely random, I’m posting the recipe for the ad hoc chili I made on Sunday. Which was probably the best I’ve ever made. Should have made more. I’ll make it again while the weather is still freezing. … Continue reading →

A MIRACLE! WE HAVE DSL!

Evelyn Prentice [1934] 1. Una Merkel and her jug of cocktails. Funny.2. William Powell staring sternly into the fireplace as the diary burns.3. The absurd courtroom scene at the end of the movie, whereupon all credibility goes completely out the … Continue reading →

A Nos Amours [1983] 1. Suzanne leaning over the railing of the boat. Klaus Nomi on the soundtrack.2. Suzanne’s mother is slammed into the wall. A moment later blood can be seen running down the side of her face.3. Suzanne’s … Continue reading →

My interview with Bob Balaban

Notes on a Scandal [2006] 1. Judi’s birdlike eyes as she peers through the window of the classroom.2. Judi in the tub, one leg propped up, smoking a cigarette. The bathwater is the same color as the bathwater in Brazil … Continue reading →