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3 things about the Coen Bros.’ MILLER’S CROSSING

Posted on May 4, 2019 by robchristopher

Miller’s Crossing [1990] 1. Wisps of smoke rising from the floor. 2. “It’s not so easy, is it Verna?” 3. Sam Raimi cameo.

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3 things about Howards Hawks’ SCARFACE

Posted on February 23, 2014 by robchristopher

Scarface [1932] 1. He tosses the gun into the hamper and covers it up with a few towels. 2. Boris Karloff’s only attempt at an American accent? 3. She enters the room dressed all in black. Seriously, except for swear … Continue reading →

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3 things about Burt Balaban & Stuart Rosenberg’s MURDER, INC.

Posted on July 2, 2011 by robchristopher

Murder, Inc. [1960] 1. Sarah Vaughan seems to chew the end of each syllable. 2. He points to the map and says, “Every pin is an unsolved murder. What do I do about this?” Tobin shrugs. “Send for more pins.” … Continue reading →

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