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3 things about William Wyler’s THE LETTER

Posted on June 1, 2008 by robchristopher

The Letter [1940] 1. In the beginning of the movie, to calm her nerves, they give Bette Davis a drink. It’s black as molasses, almost looks like grape juice. What drink is it supposed to be? It’s too dark for … Continue reading →

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3 things about William Wyler’s THE LITTLE FOXES

Posted on June 1, 2008 by robchristopher

The Little Foxes [1941] 1. “Go ahead, say it. Say it and see what happens.” 2. The ornate, cut-glass pitcher of elderberry wine. Birdie drinks steadily. During the single scene she has four glasses. 3. Bette Davis stares off in … Continue reading →

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Dream This Morning

Posted on September 4, 2005 by robchristopher

It’s an episode of “Night Gallery” called “A Zero For Us.” And it stars Bette Davis an an actress who is making her final film before retiring. She’s weary but polite; she wants to end her career on a high … Continue reading →

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