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Blindsided by HOWARD’S END

June 27, 2017

On luck, legacy, and changing tastes.

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Ryan McNeil
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Blindsided by WATERSHIP DOWN

May 30, 2017

Is it wrong that I could really go for a bowl of stew right now?

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Ryan McNeil
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Blindsided by THE ELEPHANT MAN

April 25, 2017

Unforgettable imagery sparks thoughts of decency, charity, and maturity

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Ryan McNeil
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Blindsided by CARLITO’S WAY

March 28, 2017

A selection that’s more on the modern side hooks me with romance, and makes me wonder what happened to De Palma?

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Ryan McNeil
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Blindsided by THE PLAYER

February 28, 2017

City of stars…are you shining just for yourselves?

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Ryan McNeil
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Blindsided by SECONDS

January 31, 2017

Live faithfully, live eternally. An offer or a warning?

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Ryan McNeil
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Blindsided by SCENES FROM A MARRIAGE

December 27, 2016

“People told us and told us; marriage is hard work…”

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Ryan McNeil
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