Less is more in understated ‘Shadow of a Doubt’ (1943)
On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): The thin plot actually serves as a red carpet rolled out so Cotten and Wright can shine.
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Less is more in understated ‘Shadow of a Doubt’ (1943)
Hollywood takes three shots at ‘Maltese Falcon’ (1931-41)
Sleuthing Sunday (Movie reviews): The 1941 Bogart-starrer is the most famous and best of these adaptations.
‘Strangers on a Train’ (1951) a first-class suspenser
On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): Guy’s situation of having a bothersome person sit next to him is relatable but extreme in this classic thriller.
‘Thin Man’ movie (1934) emphasizes stars, but I can’t blame it
Sleuthing Sunday (Movie review): Dashiell Hammett’s mystery is still there, but Powell and Loy steal the show. And that’s OK.
‘The Postman Always Rings Twice’ (1981) launches Mamet’s film writing career
Mamet Monday (Movie review): This Jack Nicholson showcase launches Mamet’s big-screen writing career.
‘Sin City’ sequel ‘A Dame to Kill For’ offers more of the same, but that’s not such a bad thing (Movie review)
“Sin City: A Dame to Kill For” was apparently made for me and about five other geeky guys, as almost no one went to see it on its opening weekend. One of the theories for the […]