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3 things about Richard Curtis’s LOVE ACTUALLY
Love Actually [2003] 1. Hearty rendition of “Good King Wenceslas.” 2. “Now, which doll shall we give Daisy’s little friend Emily? The one that looks like a transvestite or the one that looks like a dominatrix?” 3. He encourages his … Continue reading
3 things about Todd Haynes’ CAROL
Carol [2015] 1. Flung out of space. 2. No bullets. 3. A long pause. “No, I don’t think so.” 3 other things.
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3 things about Ava DuVernay’s A WRINKLE IN TIME
A Wrinkle in Time [2018] 1. Glitter lips. 2. “It’s just a physics thing. The classic slingshot maneuver.” 3. It’s not food, it’s sand.
3 things about Peter Yates’s BULLITT
Bullitt [1968] 1. Hubcap continuity problems. 2. “I demand that signed statement. Now.” The slightest pause. And then he says, “Excuse me,” and walks away. 3. An ending reminiscent of Heat.
Exquisitely mellow holiday tunes.
Jackie Gleason: ‘Tis The Season/Merry Christmas Quite simply, there is not a better set of music to play while dreamily sipping cocktails in front of your Christmas tree. If you play it softly there’s no doubt that Jackie’s caressing sounds … Continue reading
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3 things about Kartemquin Films’ THE INQUIRING NUNS
The Inquiring Nuns [1968] 1. They’re in a band called The Bubblegum Orgy. 2. Complaining about a rude cashier. 3. “I’m not sure why, but I’m glad you asked me.” A classic.
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3 things about the Coen Bros.’ THE BALLAD OF BUSTER SCRUGGS
The Ballad of Buster Scruggs [2018] 1. “First time?” 2. “Goodnight, Mister Pocket.” 3. The variety of facial expressions caused by his breath.
