Tag Archives: 3 things

Secret Beyond the Door [1948] 1. The figures in the jury box, all dressed alike. Shadowy grey suits and ties. 2. She parts the curtains and sees an exact duplicate. 3. David curled up in the chair, reading a book, … Continue reading →

Whirlpool [1949] 1. In Anne’s bedroom: a group of shelves arranged in the shape of an inverted pyramid. Above Korvo’s bed: a group of masks hung on the wall, forming a circle. 2. “Here’s hoping your new marriage gives you … Continue reading →

A Woman Under the Influence [1974] 1. “This kid is naked!” 2. They run around in circles on the lawn. Savoring the dizziness. 3. She drinks the entire glass of Seagram’s 7. “You were thirsty!”

The Original Kings of Comedy [2000] 1. Bernie Mac defines motherfucker. 2. Cedric the Entertainer explains why we’ll never have a black president. 3. Kool & the Gang on the Titanic.

Marathon Man [1976] 1. Shimmery patterns of light on the wall, reflected from the surface of a record that’s playing. 2. A face behind the curtain. 3. Momentarily, he holds the diamond between his teeth.