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3 things about Errol Morris’s THE PIGEON TUNNEL

The Pigeon Tunnel [2023] 1. The joy of self-imposed schizophrenia. 2. “I really don’t think any artist, whether he’s a writer, a painter, or anybody else, I don’t think he has to explain his work beyond a certain point. If … Continue reading

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3 things about Fred Schepisi’s THE RUSSIA HOUSE

The Russia House [1990] 1. “Listen, nowadays you have to think like a hero just to behave like a merely decent human being.” 2. Roy Scheider’s yellow bowtie. 3. An apartment overlooking the harbor so he can watch the ships … Continue reading

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3 things about Sidney Lumet’s THE DEADLY AFFAIR

The Deadly Affair [1966] 1. She answers the door wearing a short robe, bare legs, and thick gray socks. 2. Lunch at the Serpentine Restaurant. 3. Completely sodden wool overcoat. 3 other things.

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