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3 things about Robert Benton’s STILL OF THE NIGHT

Posted on November 9, 2025 by robchristopher

Still of the Night [1982] 1. A green box in his pocket. 2. Chinese take-out with Jessica Tandy. 3. Bloody knife through the slats in the door. Yes, it’s a Hitchcock pastiche, but it’s done with style and care. Loses … Continue reading →

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3 things about Jonathan Demme’s LAST EMBRACE

Posted on January 19, 2025 by robchristopher

Last Embrace [1979] 1. Sweaty Roy Scheider in black bikini briefs. 2. The walls of the secret office and lined with compact shelving. 3. Commandeering a chunky tourist bus.

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3 things about William Friedkin’s SORCERER

Posted on November 21, 2022 by robchristopher

Sorcerer [1977] 1. “Do you know whose church this is?” 2. His pocket is just the right size. 3. Charlie Parker on the radio. The recent Blu-ray looks amazing. 3 other things.

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