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C’mon, Billy
C’mon Billy, Come to me, You know I’m waiting, I love you endlessly, C’mon Billy, You’re the only one… These mania-infused…
Great Cocksmen of the American Presidency (Who Are Not Bill Clinton)
Finally, a list without Jimmy Carter.
A Few Ruthless Movie Villains
Here are A Few Ruthless Movie Villains. Villains have been part of movies since their inception. We love them, we love…
Barbie (2023)
Full disclosure: I love Greta Gerwig. Lady Bird makes me ugly-cryface with gratitude every time I watch it. Her version of…
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Elf (2003)
Read more: Elf (2003)Will Ferrell was a human who was dropped on his head at birth and delivered by mistake to the North Pole. He was subsequently raised by elves and worked in Santa’s workshop. Ferrell, of course, because of his extensive brain damage thought that he was an elf and just could not understand why he didn’t…
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Dr. Suess’s Ron & Jim Ruined Christmas
Read more: Dr. Suess’s Ron & Jim Ruined ChristmasSeveral times while watching the Ron Howard-directed How the Grinch Stole Christmas, I found myself wondering, “Who is this even for?” At 105 minutes, it’s a bit on the long side for kids small enough to actually enjoy.
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The ABC’s of Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD)
Read more: The ABC’s of Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD)Having just survived a year of multiple ER visits, stomach-churning injuries, multiple Cronenberg-squicky exams and, most recently, a gnarly hernia surgery I am recovering from as I pound out this screed…
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The ABC’s of Christmas
Read more: The ABC’s of ChristmasAlcohol– Face it, whether it be the vilest Kosher Wine, Grandmas 90 proof eggnog or just the familiar handle of Jack Daniels, you cannot get through this period without it. Besides, its the biggest holiday of the year, so you can get hammered with a minimum of repercussions. Raise a glass…to Baby Jesus. Bonus–The Christmas…
MOVIES
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The Birds (1963)
Read more: The Birds (1963)In his excellent nonfiction book Danse Macabre, Stephen King posits that the horror story is essentially conservative, a chronicle of the battle between Apollonian and Dionysian forces. These are the Light and Dark sides of the Force, respectively, if you prefer that terminology (obviously it is not only horror stories that utilize this formula). The…
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The Last Man on Earth (1964)
Read more: The Last Man on Earth (1964)The Last Man on Earth is a B & W classic starring Vincent Price. It is a dark and depressing movie based on Richard Matheson’s novel; I Am Legend. This film has to be the basis for dozens of zombie movies, including the classic Romero’s Night of the Living Dead. I debated even watching this…
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The Fighting 69th (1940)
Read more: The Fighting 69th (1940)( “Faugh a Ballagh” ) A battle cry of Irish origin meaning ‘clear the way’ was first used as a regimental motto of the Royal Irish Fusiliers back in and now the motto of the Royal Irish Regiment. It was adopted by the the Fusiliers back in 1798 after the exploits of Sgt Patrick Masterson…
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A Note on Hitchcock’s Strangler Trilogy.
Read more: A Note on Hitchcock’s Strangler Trilogy.Flanked by Shadow of a Doubt (1943) and Strangers on a Train (1951), Rope. A budding pianist anxious to know if his debut concert will be a success, Philip asks Mrs. Atwater to read his palm. She grants his request and says: “These hands will bring you great fame.” Her prophecy should please him, but…
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Uncut Gems
Read more: Uncut GemsFrom acclaimed filmmakers Josh and Benny Safdie comes an electrifying crime thriller about Howard Ratner (Adam Sandler), a charismatic New York City jeweler always on the lookout for the next big score. When he makes a series of high-stakes bets that could lead to the windfall of a lifetime, Howard must perform a precarious high-wire…
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Bacurau
Read more: BacurauBacurau is a film that hides like the fictional town the film is named after. Small and vibrant, the town is filled with sweat-stained faces and interesting characters. Shot in tight close-ups and extreme wide-angles (in the style of a Sergio Leone spaghetti western), Bacurau takes its time for almost an hour. Directors Juliano Dornelles…
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John Welsh’s Look At Turner Classic Movies
Read more: John Welsh’s Look At Turner Classic MoviesFor a movie lover, life can change for the good even in these troubled times when Turner Classic Movies re-enters. Yes, I went without TCM for years, when last week a miracle occurred. Yes, a miracle. Great films are on my television screen. What need have I of HBO or Showtime? Ha! I say Ha!…
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Midnight Run (1988)
Read more: Midnight Run (1988)Tagline: This could be the beginning of a beautiful friendship. Entire Story In Fewer Words Than Are In This Sentence: Bounty hunter and his quarry trade wisecracks. Homoeroticism: Hardly anything to report, sadly. Bounty hunter Jack Walsh (Robert De Niro) and accountant Jonathan “the Duke” Mardukas (Charles Grodin), who is in his custody, quickly develop…
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Miller’s Crossing
Read more: Miller’s CrossingI had trouble finding a hook for a critique of the excellent Coen Brother’s film, Miller’s Crossing. I read several reviews, even going so far as to read Roger Ebert’s pedestrian analysis. As to be expected, Ebert, who seemingly offers reviews from beyond the grave like a Dracula with press credentials, the piece was about…
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