The Stop Button Posted by on December 7, 2019

“Superstore” significantly ups its game this episode. The cold open has Jonah (Ben Feldman) trying to show off how well he’s bonded with his coworkers by unintentionally insulting most of them. The sequence ends in a great banter showdown between manager Mark McKinney and assistant manager Lauren A   read more

The Stop Button Posted by on December 7, 2019

“Superstore” significantly ups its game this episode. The cold open has Jonah (Ben Feldman) trying to show off how well he’s bonded with his coworkers by unintentionally insulting most of them. The sequence ends in a great banter showdown between manager Mark McKinney and assistant manager Lauren A   read more

The Stop Button Posted by Andrew Wickliffe on November 19, 2014

When Mannequin is at its best, it makes one forget about its worst. There’s a lot of weak writing–and some strong writing–and director Gottlieb is terrible with actors. What’s so strange about his inability to direct them (most visible with Carole Davis) is how well other pe   read more

Movies Silently Posted by Fritzi Kramer on September 26, 2013

Cesare’s famous escape in The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari. Lugging maidens about is a basic task for henchmen who are worth even half a hench. However, even the most sylph-like lady is bound to feel a bit cumbersome after a few of those painted hills. Thus, the mannequin steps in.   read more

Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on June 26, 2010

Mannequin (1937). Director: Frank Borzage. Cast: Joan Crawford, Spencer Tracy and Alan Curtis. In the film, Crawford plays Jessie, a young working class woman who wants to improve her life by marrying her boyfriend, only to find out that he is no better than what she left behind. Jessie mee   read more