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From the Vaults @fromthevaults.bsky.social · Jul 1

Stepping back into the world of #twinpeaks this week as we delve into The Return! A triumphant return to one of the best tv series ever made! #davidlynch #thereturn #film #filmhistory #tvhistory open.substack.com/pub/fromthev...

Twin Peaks: The Return (2017) Part 1

Part 1 of the Return sets us up for a Twin Peaks that goes all over the map!

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From the Vaults @fromthevaults.bsky.social · Jun 24

#twinpeaks week at From the Vaults! Today I cover Fire Walk With Me Directed by the late David Lynch. Even though it was panned when it came out, the film has been reevaluated over the years, especially within the context of the 3rd season. #davidlynch #filmsky

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Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me (1992)

An incredibly disturbing entry in the Twin Peaks universe, Fire Walk With Me tells the story of Laura Palmer's last seven days in the small town of Twin Peaks before her gruesome death.

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From the Vaults @fromthevaults.bsky.social · Jun 17

Today on From the Vaults we talk about the newest #wesanderson film! #thephonecianscheme is a fun ride that might not be a top tier Wes Anderson film, but still is a very enjoyable ride! Definitely recommend seeing in theaters! open.substack.com/pub/fromthev...

The Phoenician Scheme (2025)

A fun Wes Anderson adventure with quirky characters and stunning visuals as usual!

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From the Vaults @fromthevaults.bsky.social · Jun 11

New From the Vaults post covers one of the most unique film/theatre experiences. "Vanya on 42nd Street" is an example of how theatre and film can co-exist in a really effective way. Plus, the performances from this ensemble are just incredible! #film #filmhistory open.substack.com/pub/fromthev...

Vanya on 42nd Street (1994)

A brilliant blend of theatre and film in one of the most poignant of Chekhov's large body of work.

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From the Vaults @fromthevaults.bsky.social · Jun 3

New post is up about The Misfits (1961) Read and subscribe below! #film #filmhistory #marylinmonroe #clarkgable
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The Misfits (1961)

Marylin Monroe's and Clark Gable's last screen appearance was, and I say this as nicely as I possibly can, a bit boring...

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From the Vaults @fromthevaults.bsky.social · May 27

Teaming up with Budding Heads to talk about the influences on our play “Scab for Hire” | Come see it this summer starting on July 10th! #theatre #film #performanceart open.substack.com/pub/fromthev...

Scab for Hire Influences

With Scab for Hire rehearsals starting next month, let's dive into the influences on the play!

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From the Vaults @fromthevaults.bsky.social · May 20

Covering a very important episide of #thetwilightzone today. He’s Alive is a fourth season gem that warns of fascism coming to America. Wish we heeded Rod’s warning… #rodserling #twilightzone #television #1960s open.substack.com/pub/fromthev...

He's Alive (1963)

Fascism is alive in America. The Twilight Zone warned about this moment in the startling and important episode that aired in 1963 as part of the 4th season.

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From the Vaults @fromthevaults.bsky.social · May 14

Today I talk about the Original Cast Album: Company (1970) and Best Worst Thing That Ever Could Have Happened (2016) 2 documentaries about the work of Stephen #Sondheim! (And clearly, I also cover the Documentary Now! Parody: Co-op) #film #filmhistory #musicals open.substack.com/pub/fromthev...

Original Cast Album: Company/Best Worst Thing That Ever Could Have Happened

Two documentaries about Sondheim's work that are very different in presentation, but come to similar conclusions. Show business is hard and unpredictable!

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From the Vaults @fromthevaults.bsky.social · May 6

Another iconic San Francisco story this week! The Maltese Falcon, one of the defining noir films of the 1940’s! Read and subscribe below! #film #johnhuston #filmnoir #filmhistory #humphreybogart

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The Maltese Falcon (1941)

Another San Francisco story that's full of noir staples and classic zingers!

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From the Vaults @fromthevaults.bsky.social · Apr 29

What do you think about Alfred Hitchcock’s Vertigo? Read about my complicated views on it below! #vertigo #hitchcock #film #filmhistory #filmcriticism #jimmystewart #kimnovak #1950sfilm fromthevaults.substack.com/p/vertigo-19...

Vertigo (1958)

I saw Vertigo in 70mm at the Heights Theater on April 23rd! Although it's a beautiful movie, many of its flaws were more visible on the big screen.

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From the Vaults @fromthevaults.bsky.social · Apr 22

Albert Brooks is a true innovator! With “Real Life” he created a new genre of film in the mockumentary and with Modern Romance he redefined the rom-com genre! Read and subscribe below! #film #filmcriticism #filmstack #albertbrooks #mockumentary #comedy #romcom

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Real Life/Modern Romance

Two Albert Brooks films that defined a generation of comedy and one of them created a whole genre of comedy to come...

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From the Vaults @fromthevaults.bsky.social · Apr 16

Covering one of my favorite shows from last year! What’d you think of Baby Reindeer? Read and subscribe by clicking below! New post every Tuesday! #film #filmcriticism #substack #television #miniseries #netflix #babyreindeer

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Baby Reindeer (2024)

The Netflix hit is worthy of all the hype... and more!

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From the Vaults @fromthevaults.bsky.social · Apr 1

Welcome to From the Vaults where I examine both classic and contemporary films from a modern lens. My most recent post is about a silent short from 1928 and the classic #sunsetboulevard. They have more in common than you might think! Read below! #film
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The Life and Death of 9413, a Hollywood Extra/Sunset Boulevard

Welcome back to From the Vaults!! Let's talk about a couple of films that deal with America's destructive obsession with fame!

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