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A Prairie Home Companion (2006)
A Prairie Home Companion, Robert Altman’s final film, is a delight. It proves, as Altman’s career is testament to, that sometimes all you need to make a great film is a rugged and well-oiled ensemble. Showcasing the director’s penchant for busy … Continue reading
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Tagged 2006, John C. Reilly, Kevin Kline, Lily Tomlin, lindsay lohan, Maya Rudolph, Meryl Streep, robert altman, Tommy Lee Jones, Woody Harrelson
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Eyes of Laura Mars (1978)
As far as American gialli go, Eyes of Laura Mars presents itself as something of an ideal. Stylishly directed by Irwin Kershner, front loaded with a star-studded cast and hung on a tastily absurd concept – she sees what the … Continue reading
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Tagged Brad Dourif, Eyes of Laura Mars, Faye Dunaway, Irvin Kirshner, John Carpenter, Raul Julia, Tommy Lee Jones
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"This Film Should Be Played Loud" 