According to Screen Rant, the mysterious Player X played by Michael Cera in Molly’s Game, is actually, probably, most likely, none other than…Tobey Maguire? I don’t phrase that as a question because I don’t think it’s true. Their argument is convincing, and you should read the article if you remain skeptical. But the implications of Tobey MaguireContinue reading “Tobey Maguire is Player X? [Molly’s Game]”
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The Dance Scene [Pulp Fiction]
Mia Wallace and Vincent Vega are so stinkin’ cool. I mean, completely bombed out on cocaine, and sometimes barely above perceptible levels of functionality. But the dialogue… the swagger. And there is no point in Pulp Fiction where this is more evident than at Jackrabbit Slim’s. And inside of Jackrabbit Slim’s, there is no betterContinue reading “The Dance Scene [Pulp Fiction]”
Workout Montages [Rocky, Creed]
Judging the Rocky workout montages based on what type of wall I would run through after viewing. Rocky There is a freshness and unexpectedness to this first Rocky workout montage that still remains even when watching it now. Why is Rocky running in a gray sweat suit? Where is this going? What is about toContinue reading “Workout Montages [Rocky, Creed]”
A Race of Peeping Toms [Rear Window]
“We’ve become a race of peeping toms. What people outta do is get out of their house and look in for a change”- Stella (Rear Window) Nothing should resonate with us more than the thrill and horror of living our lives in the confines of one room. And amidst the current pandemic, nothing should ringContinue reading “A Race of Peeping Toms [Rear Window]”
Can We Talk About [Jaws]?
Farewell and adieu to you fair Spanish ladies… I have no reason to bring up Jaws. Farewell and adieu, you ladies of Spain… But who the hell needs one? For we’ve received orders to sail back to Boston… I just want to talk about how amazing it is. And so nevermore shall we see you again…Continue reading “Can We Talk About [Jaws]?”
Welcome to the Blog [Reservoir Dogs]
Click here for Did you blank it? home page. The idea of a heist where no one knows each other is maybe the best representation of internet life in film. I was immediately drawn to the characters in Reservoir Dogs, who were all dressed the same and brought together for the same reason, and also veiled theirContinue reading “Welcome to the Blog [Reservoir Dogs]”
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