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Buñuel’s Art of the Cocktail

Posted on September 26, 2007 by robchristopher

Luis Buñuel’s method for making the perfect martini, from My Last Sigh (1983): “The day before your guests arrive, put all the ingredients – glasses, gin, and shaker – in the refrigerator. Use a thermometer to make sure the ice … Continue reading →

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3 things about William Friedkin’s BUG

Posted on September 25, 2007 by robchristopher

Bug [2006] 1, Outside the motel, nighttime; blue light on the porch, green light on a detached building (a barn?) Green means danger. 2, The first time we see Harry Connick Jr.  he’s dripping wet and shirtless. Too bad he’s … Continue reading →

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3 things about Michael Apted’s 28 UP

Posted on September 23, 2007 by robchristopher

28 Up [1985] 1, Although everyone is only 28, most of them look significantly older. Do the British age less well than people from other countries? 2, I totally predicted that John, the smarmy barrister, would decline to be interviewed … Continue reading →

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New DVD Review

Posted on August 20, 2006 by robchristopher

On Dangerous Ground

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Hazy Jane

Posted on January 9, 2006 by robchristopher

Last night in a bout of delicious self-indulgence I ordered out from Oodles of Noodles, got baked and watched “Monster-in-law.” The Mongolian Beef was scrumptious and the movie was thoroughly blah, a classic wasted opportunity. What Preston Sturges could have … Continue reading →

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Another Look

Posted on June 6, 2005 by robchristopher

After watching it again last night, here’s my mini-essay: “Mommie Dearest” has gotten an unfair reputation through decades of cable TV repeats and hearsay drag queen re-enactments as an over-the-top campy melodrama. Not true. The film takes itself very seriously … Continue reading →

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