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Tag Archives: 3 things
3 things about Joseph Sargent’s THE TAKING OF PELHAM ONE TWO THREE
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three [1974] 1. “How the hell can you run a goddamn railroad without swearing?” 2. He grabs another bundle from the body on the way out. 3. Smoke under the collar.
3 things about Paul Schrader’s THE CANYONS
The Canyons [2013] 1. Sitting outside at the sidewalk cafe. Traffic streams by continuously. An attention to street signs. 2. “Because he’s a bad boy. He’s a bad little boy.” “Go on.” 3. A grand piano on the second floor … Continue reading
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3 things about Jonathan Demme’s A MASTER BUILDER
A Master Builder [2014] 1. Obligation. 2. “It was after the fire! That! That! That!” 3. A funeral wreath? A dedication wreath.
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3 things about John Huston’s KEY LARGO
Key Largo [1948] 1. “Put it this way, for a few hours you’re going to be our guests.” 2. He grabs her by the arms and goes in for a kiss. She’s too stunned to resist. 3. Glistening, miniature rubber … Continue reading
3 things about Don Siegel’s CHARLEY VARRICK
Charley Varrick [1973] 1. Cameo as a losing ping pong player. 2. A $500 sucker. 3. “I like your bed. You may find this hard to believe but I’ve never slept on a round bed.” Someone needs to write about … Continue reading
3 things about Howard Zieff’s HOUSE CALLS
House Calls [1978] 1. “You have a very infectious laugh.” “Don’t worry, it’s the only thing about me that is!” 2. An attempt to keep one foot on the floor. 3. Why does all the red wine in the movie … Continue reading
3 things about Richard Linklater’s BOYHOOD
Boyhood [2014] 1. Around the corner, half hidden in shadow, he watches the argument unfold. 2. Garage door half open. “Go in the house! Go in the house!” 3. The Moment is always Now. Simply: masterpiece.
3 things about Drew Goddard’s THE CABIN IN THE WOODS
The Cabin in the Woods [2012] 1. Honeytoes. 2. Puppeteer. Pop-Tarts? 3. Elbow-length black leather gloves.
3 things about Vincente Minnelli’s THE COBWEB
The Cobweb [1955] 1. The left side of the frame, in the room beyond: her bed. The right side of the frame: he calls the clinic. “I can be reached at this number.” She moves into the shot. He hangs … Continue reading
3 things about Hubert Sauper’s DARWIN’S NIGHTMARE
Darwin’s Nightmare [2004] 1. The only artist in his village, he signs most of his artwork with a copyright symbol next to his name. 2. It’s better to wait, he explains, until the intruder is on the inside of the … Continue reading
