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Second Chance

Posted on December 13, 2007 by robchristopher

The response to my Rob’s Best of 2007 mix CD offer was a bit underwhelming so I’m extending the offer one more time. It’s that time of year. That time of year when I make my mix CD! Rob’s Best of … Continue reading →

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3 Things

Posted on December 13, 2007 by robchristopher

Night of the Demon [1957]  1. The cloud of smoke: an ink splotch spreading in a tank of water. Eerie.2. Dana Andrews’ voice is so different than in Laura. More gravel, deeper. He was definitely a smoker and a drinker.3. … Continue reading →

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3 Things

Posted on December 12, 2007 by robchristopher

The Thin Man [1934] 1. Myrna Loy on Christmas morning in pyjamas and fur coat. 2. Nick : “The important thing is the rhythm. Always have rhythm in your shaking. Now a Manhattan you shake to fox-trot time, a Bronx … Continue reading →

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3 things about W.S. Van Dyke’s AFTER THE THIN MAN

Posted on December 10, 2007 by robchristopher

After the Thin Man [1936] 1. Nick: “I’m so hungry! Let’s go get something to drink.” 2. The polished, wooden parquet floor of the “Anderson” apartment. 3. Jimmy Stewart stuffing his fingers in his mouth.

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3 things about W.S. Van Dyke’s ANOTHER THIN MAN

Posted on December 10, 2007 by robchristopher

Another Thin Man [1939] 1. Housekeeper, cheerfully: “The pool is on fire!” 2. Amazing dance number by René y Estela. 3. Nick Jr. sleeping in the bureau drawer.

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3 Things

Posted on December 10, 2007 by robchristopher

Laura [1944]  1. Vincent Price wearing his raincoat like a cape.2. The opening shot is of Waldo’s collection of prized relics; the closing shot is of Waldo’s smashed clock.3. “He’s no good, but he’s what I want.”

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Posted on December 10, 2007 by robchristopher

 100 Spinning Plates has sold out!

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Posted on December 8, 2007 by robchristopher

Come see me today at the Renegade Craft Fair! I’m in booth #12. There’s gonna be lots of cool, reasonably-priced, locally-made crafts and gewgaws. Perfect for all your holiday gift needs!

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Christmas, “Laura”

Posted on December 6, 2007 by robchristopher

Last night I was just plain tired, mentally. I zoned out in front of the Christmas tree for awhile  with a glass of wine. Andy was in the other room hard at work on his final projects for school. He’ll … Continue reading →

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3 Things

Posted on December 3, 2007 by robchristopher

Julius Caesar [1953] 1. Marlon’s near-shirtless entrance. Mmmmm. Who cares what he’s actually saying, he looks hot.2. Wow, John Gielgud looks young. His diction is flawless, yet completely natural-sounding. When he talks about “bending his body” to Caesar I believed … Continue reading →

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