3 things about Sam Mendes’ SKYFALL

Posted on November 20, 2012 by robchristopher

Skyfall [2012]

1. The frost on the glass slowly dissipates as the bartender pours the drink into it.
2. Q’s Scrabble mug.
3. “Welcome to Scotland.”

3 other things.

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3 things about John Huston’s THE MALTESE FALCON

Posted on November 18, 2012 by robchristopher

The Maltese Falcon [1941]

1. “When you’re slapped, you’ll take it and like it!”
2. He stabs at the lead figure, does a stiff duck-like waddle, then laughs.
3. The elevator gate closes in front of her tear-stained face.

3 other things.

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3 things about Sofia Coppola’s SOMEWHERE

Posted on November 18, 2012 by robchristopher

Somewhere [2010]

1. Pole dance Foley.
2. Bencio Del Toro in a trucker hat.
3. She’s 11 and she’s making Hollandaise sauce.

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3 things about Blake Edwards’ THE GREAT RACE

Posted on November 17, 2012 by robchristopher

The Great Race [1965]

1. “It’s lucky Texas Jack ain’t around. He’d gun that dude for sure!”
2. Foam slides from the bottom of his pant leg.
3. A single speak of blueberry on his immaculate white jersey.

3 other things.

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Trivia: I’m wearing a Neko Case shirt

Posted on November 15, 2012 by robchristopher

in my new author photo. See the picture and read a new interview with me about Queue Tips. Hope to see those of you in Chicago at the book launch tonight. Otherwise, support your local indie bookstore!

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3 things about Vincente Minnelli’s SOME CAME RUNNING

Posted on November 14, 2012 by robchristopher

Some Came Running [1958]

1. He throws some money down and tells the bartender, “Go and buy yourself a Quonset hut.”
2. She says, “I don’t understand you, but I love you! What’s the matter with that?” A dawning in his eyes.
3. A bright blue neon sign: ICE CREAM. Bright red neon signs: ROOMS; LIQUORS.

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3 things about Sam Mendes’ SKYFALL

Posted on November 11, 2012 by robchristopher

Skyfall [2012]

1. Silva is introduced in a single, long take. Later, he puts his hand on Bond’s leg, who says, “How do you know it’s my first time?”
2. Albert Finney in a bushy beard blasting away with a sawed-off shotgun.
3. The familiar coat rack, M’s familiar office. A folder pushed across the desk. “For Your Eyes Only.” “Top Secret.”

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The same dissatisfied question: “What should I watch?”

Posted on November 7, 2012 by robchristopher

A very nice post by Maggie Hellwig about the book. The launch party is next week!

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3 things about Woody Allen’s DECONSTRUCTING HARRY

Posted on November 5, 2012 by robchristopher

Deconstructing Harry [1997]

1. Jumpcut loop.
2. “Tradition is the illusion of permanence.”
3. Next to the typewriter is a box of paper, assorted Chinese takeout cartons, an autographed baseball.

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3 things about Norman Jewison’s AGNES OF GOD

Posted on November 4, 2012 by robchristopher

Agnes of God [1985]

1. “I’m obsessed with smoking. One day I’ll be obsessed with something else, and I’ll quit smoking.”
2. Two nuns in an elevator. A third woman uses the shiny door as a mirror and puts on lipstick.
3. Bilingual judge with stained teeth.

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