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Tag Archives: 3 things
3 things about Steven Soderbergh’s OUT OF SIGHT
Out of Sight [1998] 1. Snowflakes drifting down, as seen through the windows of the hotel bar. 2. Whiteboy Bob liberates an armful of steaks from the fridge. 3. “You wanted to tussle so we tussled.”
3 things about Matt Ogens’ CONFESSIONS OF A SUPERHERO
Confessions of a Superhero [2007] 1. “Marilyn Monroe” bitching about the lack of tips from a group of “oriental” tourists. 2. Bonnie poses next to a Crystal Gale album cover. 3. Chris/Superman gives Bonnie a Superman engagement ring.
3 things about Godfrey Reggio’s POWAQQATSI
Powaqqatsi [1988] 1. In the pit, “third world” people wearing “first world” clothes. 2. A phosphorescent red dot on a child’s forehead. 3. Human-powered Ferris wheel.
3 things about Lewis Allen’s DESERT FURY
Desert Fury [1947] 1. Mary Astor’s squiggle blouse. 2. The glowing red edges of the steering wheel. 3. “She only calls me that when she wants something from me.” “I do want something from you! I want you to kiss me!” … Continue reading
3 things about Christian Marquand’s CANDY
Candy [1968] 1. “I’d give my right arm.” “You know, he’s left-handed.” 2. James Coburn enters the operating theater wearing white loafers. 3. Fake snow stuck to her eyelashes. This was a beautifully photographed piece of crap. It’s one of those … Continue reading
3 things about A. Edward Sutherland’s POPPY
Poppy [1936] 1. “Run to the nearest golf course and find me a doctor!” 2. The hat rolls around and around and around. 3. He picks up the Mayor’s hat and cane and slowly strolls out the door. Always a … Continue reading
3 things about John Glen’s FOR YOUR EYES ONLY
For Your Eyes Only [1981] 1. “We can do a deal! I’ll give you a delicatessen! In stainless steel!” 2. First he throws the pin at him. To help the car over the side of the cliff, he gives it … Continue reading
3 things about Tommy Wiseau’s THE ROOM
The Room [2003] 1. It’s morning. He turns off the alarm clock. Naturally the first thing he does is to pick up a rose and smell it. On his way to the bathroom he throws it on top of Lisa, … Continue reading
3 things about Frank Perry’s PLAY IT AS IT LAYS
Play It As It Lays [1972] 1. She hands her car over to the valet. Without asking, she picks up the Coke bottle on the valet stand, takes a swig, and puts it back down as she walks away. Later … Continue reading
3 things about Steven Lisberger’s TRON
TRON [1982] 1. On the wall of his cubicle: GORT KLAATU BARADA NIKTO. 2. A corporation where, apparently, it’s not at all unusual for the senior exec and a large number of staff to be at the office in the … Continue reading
