Author Archives: robchristopher

What I’ve been trying to explain to people is that, regardless of what you actually think of Obama, or the fine points of his character, what he actually represents is change. A vote for Obama is a vote for change. … Continue reading →

O my gosh! Might Obama actually win in Iowa? Fingers crossed.

Writers vs. Producers

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly [2007] 1. The light refracting through the petals of the roses; the blurry streaks of the black & white cartoon on the TV in the hospital room.2. Crumbled glaciers rebuilding themselves out of the … Continue reading →

Holiday [1938]  1. Lew Ayres isn’t quite as hubba-hubba handsome as he was as All Quiet on the Western Front. But nevertheless …2. Edward Everett Horton drinking champagne out of some sort of trophy.3. We can actually see Kate’s neck … Continue reading →

The Wizard of Oz [1939] 1. In her room Dorothy has a little kennel for Toto with his name on it. Never noticed that before.2. That cutaway shot of Glenda bobbing her head and smiling at the munchkins. As if … Continue reading →

I made this for our New Year’s Eve party last night. No hangover! Highly recommended for a frosty night. YULE WASSAIL To a large stockpot, add 4 bottles (48 oz.) of ale, the grated peel of one lemon, 1 tsp. … Continue reading →

Manhattan Melodrama [1934] 1. The tiny souvenir gavel given out as a party favor at the Cotton Club on Election Night.2. William Powell leaning against the padded fireplace rail in the governor’s mansion.3. Myrna Loy: “I’m fully equipped.”