This is gonna be short. Yesterday I packed up the Hatter DVD Library in prep for the move to the new joint. Of course, there’s no way I was going to survive a whole week without having any dvd’s to watch, so I kept a select dozen aside. Mostly newer stuff…or dvd’s I’ve bought recently…
Confession
Every episode of my podcast begins with a survey asking “What classic or essential haven’t you seen?”. Usually right around then I act all guffawed and incredulous when a guest tells me a ‘Film Lit 101’ title they haven’t seen. I’ve been asked on more than one occasion what my answer would be to this…
Call and Answer (aka "Ask Hatter")
So? Whaddaya Wanna Know?
Special
Do We Even Bother With What’s Special Anymore?
Everybody’s Talkin’ 6 – 11 (Chatter from Other Bloggers)
Somebody needs to explain to me why this week felt so long despite me only spending three days at the office. Hopefully today will fly, especially with all the fun I have to look forward to next week. Along with recording the next Matineecast this weekend, I’m also hoping to catch two movies. Once all…
Two of Us
Seems like it’s somewhat of a week of self-reflection here at Dark of The Matinee. Might not be such a bad thing given the amount of film-specific posts that are coming over the next ten days. Still, trends amuse me and I thought I’d point this one out. Friday night I’ll be going to see…
The List
“It’s on The List” I say these words often, and usually when I do, you can hear the capital letters. The List is sometimes a source of much frustration. The List is often a source of great joy. The List is also neverending. This List I refer to is something I’d wager you have as…
