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3 things about Guy Hamilton’s LIVE AND LET DIE

Posted on October 4, 2008 by robchristopher

Live and Let Die [1973] 1. “Take Mr. Bond to the farm, Whisper.” 2. “Sheer magnetism, darling.” He unzips her dress using his magnetic watch. 3. The snake slithering through the white shag bathrug.

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Posted on October 3, 2008 by robchristopher

Is Obama really this close to winning? The current EV tally is Obama 338/McCain 185/Ties 15. At this moment in 2004 the EV tally was Kerry 238/Bush 296. I’m not getting complacent but it does have me feeling a bit stunned. Then … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 2, 2008 by robchristopher

The most beautiful map I’ve ever seen.

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3 Things

Posted on October 2, 2008 by robchristopher

Derek [2008] 1. Tilda Swinton: "Culture had something to do with yogurt."2. Two of Jarman’s first three movies turned a profit.3. A clip from Jubilee: a pram on fire.

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Audition!

Posted on September 30, 2008 by robchristopher

Hey, Chicago people: if you know Chicago well, if you have about 5 hours a week to spare and if you’re a damn good writer then  CHICAGOIST wants you. Interested? Drop me a line and I’ll fill you in.

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from an IM

Posted on September 29, 2008 by robchristopher

Steven: looking at the news today, we may all be selling pencils down at the hobo camp soon enoughme:  yeah … down in the tent town of bushville

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3 things about Stanley Kramer’s ON THE BEACH

Posted on September 29, 2008 by robchristopher

On the Beach [1959] 1. Fred Astaire smoking like a chimney, a cigarette between his fingers as he pours himself a drink, takes a swallow, clamps the cigarette between his lips again. 2. A shocking cut for a Hollywood movie … Continue reading →

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3 Things

Posted on September 27, 2008 by robchristopher

Häxan: Witchcraft Through the Ages [1922] 1. The old woman lies asleep on the bed. The devil showers her with coins, his long rakelike fingernails caressing her body.2. The old woman picks up the severed hand of a corpse and … Continue reading →

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Posted on September 26, 2008 by robchristopher

“We have trade missions back and forth,” Ms. Palin said. “We — we do — it’s very important when you consider even national security issues with Russia as Putin rears his head and comes into the airspace of the United … Continue reading →

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Film Festival!

Posted on September 25, 2008 by robchristopher

What’s playing at the festival this year? Here’s my overview.

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