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Monday, November 23 2009

Larry David Invents the Reunion Show Finale Do-Over Mash-Up

Tired of boring reunion shows? Angry at disappointing series finales? Larry David and his Curb Your Enthusiasm/Seinfeld mash-up provide all the answers.


Tuesday, February 19 2008

Mr. Warmth

A film on "the poster child for rabies" that left me wanting to understand this man.


Thursday, November 16 2006

I Shouldnt Even Be Doing This! by Bob Newhart

Phoebe Kate Foster tributes a comic genius.


Monday, April 10 2006

The Bob Newhart Show: The Complete Third Season

It might be properly said that Newhart -- in his quiet, insecure manner -- represents something of a shrugging mode of subversion.


Wednesday, June 8 2005

The Bob Newhart Show: The Complete First Season

The Bob Newhart Show manages to rise above generic formulas.


Monday, November 15 2004

Legally Blonde: Platinum Collection (2001/2003)

The audio commentary featuring Reese Witherspoon and Robert Luketic demonstrates the leading lady to be much more thoughtful and subdued than her typical roles might suggest.


Monday, November 10 2003

Elf (2003)

Crass and cunning: 'tis the season.


Thursday, July 3 2003

Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde (2003)

The first time around, Elle's chirpy charm seemed fresh and campy; now it's formula.


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