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3 things about Mervyn LeRoy’s GOLD DIGGERS OF 1933

Posted on September 16, 2011 by robchristopher

Gold Diggers of 1933 [1933] 1. For no discernable reason, the song switches to Pig Latin for a chorus. Dolly into an extreme closeup of Carol. 2. “Look what I got out of it already: gold, platinum, animals!” She fondles … Continue reading →

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3 things about Mitchell Leisen’s EASY LIVING

Posted on December 16, 2008 by robchristopher

Easy Living [1937] 1. She’s sitting on the upper, open deck of the bus, minding her own business. An expensive fur coat falls on her head. She pulls it off and says, “Hey, what’s the big idea?” An Indian gentleman … Continue reading →

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