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“Parker”

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Paleo Retiree

Paleo Retiree writes: Jason Statham and J-Lo directed by Taylor Hackford, in an adaptation of one of Donald Westlake’s “Parker” novels. For me the film straddled the line between “an OK watch” and “an unfortunate misfire.” It’s full of lively … Continue reading →

Posted in Movies | Tagged Action Movies, donald westlake, J-Lo, Jason Statham, movies, Taylor Hackford | 16 Comments

Notes on Two Late Naruse Films

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Fabrizio del Wrongo

Fabrizio del Wrongo writes: “The Stranger Within a Woman,” from 1966, is an unsettling late Naruse that feels a bit like one of Bergman’s ’50s films, especially in its use of the flashback as a structuring device. The plot concerns a … Continue reading →

Posted in Movies | Tagged Autumn Has Already Started, Film, Japan, Mikio Naruse, movies, The Stranger Within a Woman | 3 Comments

“After Earth”

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Fabrizio del Wrongo

Fabrizio del Wrongo writes: I’ve never been a fan of M. Night Shyamalan’s brand of high-concept solemnity. Yet his latest, the sci-fi fantasy “After Earth,” is so measured — so delicate and quiet and grave — that I found myself … Continue reading →

Posted in Movies, Performers | Tagged After Earth, fantasy, Film, Jaden Smith, M. Night Shyamalan, movies, Science Fiction, Will Smith | 4 Comments

Sounds of the Italian Crime Cinema

Posted on November 3, 2013 by Fabrizio del Wrongo

Fabrizio del Wrongo writes: Related A good source. I wrote about funky movie themes back here.

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The Movies and Ms. B

Posted on November 2, 2013 by Fabrizio del Wrongo

Fabrizio del Wrongo writes: People often make great claims for the movies as an art form. I suppose I’m one of them. But it must be remembered that they’re often at their best when aiming for the gut. What other … Continue reading →

Posted in Movies, Performers | Tagged Barbara Bouchet, Fernando Di Leo, Film, go-go dancing, Milano Calibro 9, movies | 1 Comment

“Broke”

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Fabrizio del Wrongo

Fabrizio del Wrongo writes: I really like the documentary work of Billy Corben. He’s got a feel for muckraking sensationalism as well as a knack for weaving talking-head interviews into dense, colorful swathes of information. You can sense his inquisitiveness, … Continue reading →

Posted in Movies, Sports | Tagged Billy Corben, Cocaine Cowboys, documentaries, drugs, ESPN, Film, Miami, movies, sports | 3 Comments

David, Victor, and Stanley

Posted on October 31, 2013 by Fabrizio del Wrongo

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“Respiro”

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Paleo Retiree

Paleo Retiree writes: Three and a half stars. Set on the harshly beautiful Italian island of Lampedusa, this 2002 film is EZ neorealism — and I don’t mean that as a putdown. For much of its length, the film is … Continue reading →

Posted in Movies | Tagged Emanuele Crialese, movies, Neorealism, Valeria Golino | 1 Comment

Listing Movies: Horror Since 1980

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Fabrizio del Wrongo

Fabrizio del Wrongo writes: David Edelstein and Bilge Ebiri discuss their fave horror films since 1980 here. It’s a pretty good list. But since such lists seem intended to inspire competing lists, I’ve included my own below. 1. Audition (Miike, … Continue reading →

Posted in Movies | Tagged Film, horror, listing movies, movies | 22 Comments

Horror Movie Posters

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Fabrizio del Wrongo

Fabrizio del Wrongo writes: Nosferatu. Does this word not sound like the deathbird calling your name at midnight? Beware you never say it — for then the pictures of life will fade to shadows, and haunting dreams will climb forth from … Continue reading →