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Category Archives: Actors
My Oscar picks
These are not necessarily what I think SHOULD win – but what I think WILL win. I will not editorialize here in this post (except to say that the fact that Zodiac was snubbed all around is totally baffling to … Continue reading
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Tagged Cate Blanchett, Coen brothers, Julie Christie, Zodiac
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over the top
jim emerson’s post on over-the-top perfromances the comments are great too. i think meryl streep is best when she’s over-the-top in comedies. i love when an actor dares to go BIG … dares to be misunderstood by an audience … … Continue reading
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Burt Young Smashes Up the Apartment
If you don’t remember the scene, here is what happens, in recap, let’s break it down: Paulie has invited the press to come and watch Rocky train at the meat locker … without Rocky’s permission. Rocky and Paulie have a … Continue reading
Comments Made To One Another Tonight While Watching Rambo
“It appears that Sylvester Stallone has cast the entire nation of Thailand.” “Holy shit, his head just came off.” “Hey, look! That’s Ken Howard! The white shadow!” “I can’t believe Stallone is, what, 63 years old? He’s incredible.” “Rambo is … Continue reading
Roy Scheider: A perfect gentleman
The Siren has a moving tribute up to Roy Scheider. Sniff.
“Because I need it.”
The most moving Roy Scheider tribute I’ve read yet.
R.I.P., Roy Scheider
Sad sad news. New York Times obit here. More thoughts at Cinematical. Here’s Jonathan’s post – he includes a clip from Sorcerer. And here is a not-to-be-missed post on Scheider from Jeremy at Moon in the Gutter. A compilation of … Continue reading
The Burt-A-Thon
Not sure if you’re aware but the always-excellent Larry will be doing a Burt Reynolds blog-a-thon all month – and seriously, you do not want to miss it. Larry’s awesome. He’s got a great eye. Wonderful critic. Larry makes it … Continue reading
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“Thank you for flying Church of England, cake or death?”
February 13th. We’re going to see Izzard! 3rd row! I can’t WAIT! “I AM your wife.” “What is it, Sebastian? I’m arranging matches.” “Did I leave the gas on? Of course not! I’m a fucking squirrel!” Izzard as Hitler the … Continue reading