Santa Stallone Demands a Certain Level of Christmas Cheer by Rob Smith, Jr.!
Santa Stallone expects demands a certain level of Christmas cheer by Rob Smith, Jr.
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Child 44 (The Child 44 Trilogy) by Tom Rob Smith
Child 44 (The Child 44 Trilogy) by Tom Rob Smith
First sentence…
Since Maria had decided to die her cat would have to fend for itself.
The Overview: Beware of Spoilers…
1953. Soviet Russia. Leo Demidov, a young decorated war hero, now an idealistic security officer, is beginning to see the hypocrisy of the Soviet government. Because all are equal there will be no crime. Murder, especially is a symptom of Western corruption. Soviet murderers like all criminals must be mentally ill.
When Leo looks into the case of a boy supposedly killed when struck by a train, he discovers the boy may have been murdered by a serial killer of children. Told to back off, Leo refuses and finds himself at odds with not only his fellow officers but higher ranking Soviet officials. Soon enough Leo and his wife are under investigation and from there the book really takes off.
To say more would deprive the reader of a great ride. Child 44 has more twists and turns than any book in recent memory. Tom Rob Smith has created a page turner that shocks, surprises and thrills. I loved every page of it and look forward to reading the rest of the trilogy.
Rating:
Rob Smith’s Barney Ross
I’ve known Rob Smith Jr. for decades. In addition to being a talented artist, Rob is one of the most passionate, committed and dedicated people I’ve ever met. Rob absolutely loves the state of Florida, nature, art, politics, reading and more. Rob’s enthusiasm is contagious and he is always on the go. Another thing I admire about Rob is he doesn’t just talk about his passions, he gets actively involved.
Rob gifted me with his take on Sly as Barney Ross a few years ago and sadly it didn’t get posted until just now.
You can check out Rob’s site and learn about more of his passions!
Jim Ivey and Rob Smith
A little over a month ago my wife and I planned a “breakfast get-together” with Jim Ivey and Rob Smith. Both Jim and Rob are old friends that I don’t get to see as much as I’d like.
Our meetings start as get-togethers for breakfast, but without fail turn into “gift” exchanges, sketching, reminiscing and a whole lot of laughing.
Jim and Rob just before they break out the sketch pads and throw-down.
Rob breaks out the smart phone to video Jim as he works his magic.
Jim may not have a smart-phone but he was mentally recording his former student’s every move. Here’s a look at Rob’s creation.
You know, looking at these pictures makes me think it’s about time for another get-together.
Rob Smith’s Santa Stallone
I’ve known Rob Smith Jr. for over 30 years. In addition to being a talented artist, Rob is one of the most passionate, committed and dedicated people I’ve ever met. Rob absolutely loves the state of Florida, nature, art, politics, reading and more. Rob’s enthusiasm is contagious and he is always on the go. Another thing I admire about Rob is he doesn’t just talk about his passions, he gets actively involved.
Rob and I met up for breakfast with another old friend [Jim Ivey] earlier this week. As we were eating, talking and doing a lot of laughing, Rob whipped up his take on Sly as Santa. After our breakfast, Rob headed out to another meeting about preserving an old Florida school and then to an evening meeting with the Florida Trail Association. Whew!
You can check out Rob’s site and learn about more of his passions!
“This Side of the Law” (1950) starring Viveca Lindfors, Kent Smith, Janis Paige, Robert Douglas / Z-View
This Side of the Law (1950)
Director: Richard L. Bare
Screenplay: Russell S. Hughes; story by Richard Sale
Stars: Viveca Lindfors, Kent Smith, Janis Paige, Robert Douglas, John Alvin, Nita Talbot,
Michael Mark, Edward Van Sloan and Monte Blue.
Tagline: He’s coming back – the man they thought they double-crossed to death!
The Plot…
David Cummings is going through hard times. Homeless and looking for work, Cummings is picked up on a vagrancy charge. The judge sentences him to “$50 or 30 days.” Cummings is surprised to learn that Philip Cagle, a lawyer in the courtroom, paid his fine.
Cagle then takes Cummings to dinner and offers him a job. It turns out that Cummings looks exactly like one of Cagle’s clients. A rich man who disappeared nearly seven years ago. In fact, in two weeks it will be seven years exactly that the man has been missing. At that point the man will be declared dead and the man’s estate will be divided up among the missing man’s wife, brother and sister-in-law.
Cagle offers Cummings $500 to impersonate the missing man. Cagle hopes that Cummings will then be able to discover the fate of the missing man. Cummings agrees to the job… for $5,000.00 and is surprised when Cagle agrees to the sum.
Cummings is able to fool everyone. He quickly discovers that each member of the missing man’s family had reason to kill him. And now at least one of them has reason to kill him again.
Thoughts (beware of spoilers)…
If you can go along with the conceit that the imposter could fool the missing man’s wife, brother and former lover, then this movie works well. I went with it and enjoyed the ride.
This Side of the Law marks Nita Talbot’s first credited feature film role. Ms. Talbot would go on to accumulate over 150 credits on her acting resume.
This Side of the Law (1950) rates 4 of 5 stars.
RIP: Robert Redford
It was announced that Robert Redford died today in his sleep. Mr. Reford was 89.
Charles Robert Redford was born in Santa Monica, California. He attended Van Nuys High School in Van Nuys, California. According to Mr. Redford his focus was on sports and art rather than academics. After his graduation in 1954, Robert Redford attended the University of Colorado. After a year and a half, Mr. Redford was kicked out.
Instead of trying to find another college, Robert Redford decided to travel. He lived for a time in France, Spain, and Italy. When Mr. Redford returned to the United States he settled in New York. He took painting classes at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, as well as classes at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Manhattan.
In 1959, Robert Redford made his Broadway debut in small parts in Tall Story and later that year in The Highest Tree. Mr. Redford reprised his Tall Story role when it was made into a feature film in 1960. At this point Robert Redford began alternating between stage, television and feature films. As his career progressed Robert Redford continued to act, but also worked as a producer and director.
Robert Redford’s career included multiple awards for his work. Examples include…
Nominated for five Academy Awards, winning two…
- 1974 Nominee for Best Actor in a Leading Role for The Sting
- 1981 Winner for Best Director for Ordinary People
- 1995 Nominee for Best Director for Quiz Show
- 1995 Nominee for Best Picture for Quiz Show, shared with: Michael Jacobs, Julian Krainin, Michael Nozik
- 2002 Winner for Honorary Award as an Actor, director, producer, creator of Sundance, inspiration to independent and innovative filmmakers everywhere.
Nominated for two Directors Guild of America Awards, winning one…
- 1981 Winner for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Motion Pictures for Ordinary People
- 1995 Nominee for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Motion Pictures for Quiz Show
Nominated for two Primetime Emmy Awards…
- 1963 Nominee for Outstanding Performance in a Supporting Role by an Actor for Alcoa Premiere in the episode “The Voice of Charlie Pont”
- 2013 Nominee for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special for All the President’s Men Revisited; shared with: Andrew Lack, Laura Michalchyshyn, Nancy Daniels, Denise Contis, Peter Schnall
Nominated for eleven Golden Globe Awards, winning six…
- 1966 Winner Golden Globe for Most Promising Newcomer – Male for Inside Daisy Clover
- 1975 Winner Henrietta Award for World Film Favorite – Male
- 1977 Winner Henrietta Award for World Film Favorite – Male
- 1978 Winner Henrietta Award for World Film Favorite – Male
- 1981 Winner Golden Globe for Best Director – Motion Picture for Ordinary People
- 1993 Nominee Golden Globe for Best Director – Motion Picture for A River Runs Through It
- 1994 Winner Cecil B. DeMille Award
- 1995 Nominee Golden Globe for Best Director – Motion Picture for Quiz Show
- 1999 Nominee Golden Globe for Best Director – Motion Picture for The Horse Whisperer
- 2014 Nominee Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama for All Is Lost
- 2019 Nominee Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for The Old Man & the Gun
Some of the television projects that feature Robert Redford include: Maverick; Rescue 8; The Deputy; Playhouse 90; Tate (2 episodes); Perry Mason; The Iceman Cometh; Our American Heritage; Play of the Week (3 episodes); Naked City; The Americans; Whispering Smith; Route 66; Bus Stop; The New Breed; Alfred Hitchcock Presents; The Twilight Zone; Dr. Kildare (2 episodes); Alcoa Premiere; The Untouchables; The Alfred Hitchcock Hour (2 episodes); The Dick Powell Theater; Breaking Point; The Virginian; The Defenders; One More Chance and Dark Winds.
Some of Robert Redford’s feature films include: Tall Story; War Hunt; Inside Daisy Clover; The Chase; This Property is Condemed; Barefoot in the Park; Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid; Downhill Racer; Tell Them Willie Boy is Here; The Hot Rock; Jeremiah Johnson; The Candidate; The Way We Were; The Sting; The Great Gatsby; The Great Waldo Pepper; Three Days of the Condor; All the President’s Men; A Bridge Too Far; The Electric Horseman; Ordinary People (director); Brubaker; The Natural; Out of Africa; Legal Eagles; The Milagro Beanfield War (director); Havana; Sneakers; A River Runs Through It (voice and director); Quiz Show (director); Indecent Proposal; The Horse Whisperer (star and director); The Legend of Bagger Vance (director); The Last Castle; Spy Game; An Unfinished Life; Charlotte’s Web; The Conspirator (director); All is Lost; Captain America: The Winter Soldier; The Old Man and the Gun and Avengers: End Game.
I first became aware of Robert Redford before I ever saw him in anything. I can remember my mom and her friends gushing over how handsome he was. I first saw him act in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. I could see what the ladies were talking about. My two favorite Robert Redford performances are in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and Three Days of the Condor. Of course Mr. Redford was good in everything. I enjoy seeing him popup in unexpected places like Alfred Hitchcock or The Twilight Zone. As good an actor as he was, I hope people realize he was also a great human being.
Out thoughts and prayers go out to Robert Redford’s family, friends and fans.
“Chinatown” (1974) written by Robert Towne; directed by Roman Polanski; starring Jack Nicholson & Faye Dunaway / Z-View
Chinatown (1974)
Director: Roman Polanski
Screenplay: Robert Towne
Stars: Jack Nicholson, Faye Dunaway, John Huston, Perry Lopez, John Hillerman, Darrell Zwerling, Diane Ladd, Roy Jenson, Richard Bakalyan, Joe Mantell, Bruce Glover, James Hong, Jerry Fujikawa, Rance Howard, Burt Young and Roman Polanski.
Tagline: You get tough. You get tender. You get close to each other. Maybe you even get close to the truth.
The Plot…
The year is 1937. It’s been a hot summer and Los Angeles is going through a terrible drought. The heat is putting folks on edge. Especially farmers.
Jake Gittes is a private detective. His bread and butter is getting the goods on cheating spouses. So when Evelyn Mulwray hires Jake to find out if her husband, Hollis, is cheating he does. Hollis is. Jake gives the photos to prove it to Mrs. Mulwray.
When the compromising photos of Hollis and a young woman (definitely not his wife) show up in the paper, the affair is made public. Jake is surprised the pictures were made public, since it wasn’t by him. Jake is even more surprised when the real Mrs. Mulwray shows up at his office threatening legal action. Jake was duped.
But why?
When Hollis Mulwray is found dead in an L.A. reservoir. Jake decides to investigate. That night he heads down to the reservoir. Suddenly water begins rushing through the basin. Jake makes it out only to be confronted by the Water Department Security Chief Claude Mulvihill and a short thug. Mulvihill warns Jake to stop asking questions. The little gangster pulls a knife. He asks Jake if he understands what happens to people who stick their nose where it doesn’t belong. He then shows him.
Jake is even more determined to find answers. Why was he set up? Why was Hollis Mullwray killed? Who killed him? Why are huge amounts of water being wasted nightly in the middle of a drought? Jake wants answers. In his search for the truth, Jake will uncover a sinister secret that had been hidden for years.
Thoughts (beware of spoilers)…
Chinatown was nominated for eleven 1975 Academy Awards and won one…
- Nominee for Best Music, Original Dramatic Score – Jerry Goldsmith
- Nominee for Best Film Editing – Sam O’Steen
- Nominee for Best Sound – Charles Grenzbach, Larry Jost
- Nominee for Best Costume Design – Anthea Sylbert
- Nominee for Best Art Direction/Set Decoration – Richard Sylbert, W. Stewart Campbell, Ruby R. Levitt
- Nominee for Best Cinematography – John A. Alonzo
- Nominee for Best Director – Roman Polanski
- Nominee for Best Actress in a Leading Role – Faye Dunaway
- Nominee for Best Actor in a Leading Role – Jack Nicholson
- Nominee for Best Picture – Robert Evans
- Winner for Best Writing, Original Screenplay – Robert Towne
Jack Nicholson actually slaps Faye Dunaway in the movie. They had tried several takes where they faked the slap and they didn’t look real. So Dunaway told Nicholson to really slap her. He did and that is the shot that was used.
Dunaway and director Roman Polanski clashed several times during filming. At one point she asked what her character’s motivation was for a scene. Polanski responded with, “Just say the f***ing words. Your salary is your motivation!”
Ali McGraw was originally scheduled to play Evelyn Mulwray. She lost the role when she left her husband for Steve McQueen. McGraw’s husband was Chinatown‘s producer, Robert Evans.
Phillip Lambro wrote the film’s music score. After a test screening, Robert Evans decided a new score was needed. Jerry Goldsmith was hired with only 10 days to write and record a new score. Goldsmith’s score was nominated for an Academy Award.
Chinatown is a classic. Most reviewers and audiences rate it a 5 out of 5. I liked it a lot, but not as much as most folks. Your mileage may vary.
Chinatown (1974) rates 4 of 5 stars
“The Alto Knights” starring Robert De Niro, directed by Barry Levinson – The Poster and Trailer are Here!
The poster and (mainly) the trailer for The Alto Knights has moved that film to the top tier of my “must-see movies” list. My guess is that a ton of awards are in the future for all involved with this production.
Deal me in.
#TheAltoKnights starring Robert De Niro – only in theaters March 21.
From Warner Bros. Pictures, “The Alto Knights” stars Academy Award winner Robert De Niro in a dual role, directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Barry Levinson.
The film follows two of New York’s most notorious organized crime bosses, Frank Costello (De Niro) and Vito Genovese (De Niro), as they vie for control of the city’s streets. Once the best of friends, petty jealousies and a series of betrayals place them on a deadly collision course that will reshape the Mafia (and America) forever.
“The Alto Knights” was written by Oscar nominee Nicholas Pileggi (“Goodfellas”) and produced by Oscar winner Irwin Winkler (“Rocky,” “Goodfellas”), Levinson, Jason Sosnoff, Charles Winkler and David Winkler, with Mike Drake executive producing.
De Niro stars alongside Debra Messing (“Will & Grace”), Cosmo Jarvis (“Shōgun”), Kathrine Narducci (“The Irishman”), Michael Rispoli (“Billions”), Michael Adler (“Peppermint”), Ed Amatrudo (“Till,” “Nashville”), Joe Bacino (“Kick-Ass”), Anthony J. Gallo (“The Irishman”), Wallace Langham (“Ford v Ferrari”), Louis Mustillo (“Cooper’s Bar,” “Mike & Molly”), Frank Piccirillo, Matt Servitto (“Billions”) and Robert Uricola (“Raging Bull”).
Joining Levinson (“Rainman,” “Dopesick”) behind the camera are Oscar-nominated director of photography Dante Spinotti (“The Insider,” “L.A. Confidential”), production designer Neil Spisak (the “Spider-Man” films, “Dopesick”), Oscar-nominated editor Douglas Crise (“Babel,” “Dopesick”), Oscar-nominated costume designer Jeffrey Kurland (“Bullets Over Broadway,” “Tenet”), award-winning casting director Ellen Chenoweth (“Past Lives”) and composer David Fleming (“Hillbilly Elegy,” “Mr. & Mrs. Smith”).
Warner Bros. Pictures Presents an Irwin Winkler Production, a Barry Levinson Film, “The Alto Knights.” The film will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures worldwide and released in theaters nationwide on March 21, 2025, and internationally beginning 19 March 2025.
“Hurricane Heist” (2018) directed by Rob Cohen / Z-View
Hurricane Heist (2018)
Director: Rob Cohen
Screenplay: Scott Windhauser, Jeff Dixon; story by Anthony Fingleton, Carlos Davis
Stars: Toby Kebbell, Maggie Grace, Ryan Kwanten, Ralph Ineson, Jamie Andrew Cutler, Ed Birch, James Barriscale, Erik Rondell, Mark Rhino Smith, Brooke Johnston and Ben Cross
Tagline: The storm of the century… the heist of a lifetime.
The Plot…
A well organized group of thieves plan to rob a Federal Reserve money shredding facility in the small town of Gulfport, Alabama. The crooks are going to do so under the cover of a Category 5 Hurricane heading for the evacuated city.
Standing in their way are two individuals: Treasury agent Casey Corbyn (Grace) and a National Weather Service meteorologist named Will (Kebbell). If the thieves don’t kill them, the hurricane might.
Thoughts (beware of spoilers)…
Hurricane Heist isn’t as bad as reviews might lead you to believe. It has excellent effects/scenes/stunts, but they get crazier as the movie goes on. Still, I enjoyed it. As always, your mileage may vary.
Hurricane Heist (2018) rates 3 of 5 stars.
“Murder by Death” (1976) written by Neil Simon, starring Peter Falk, Alec Guinness, Peter Sellers, Eileen Brennan, Truman Capote, James Coco, Elsa Lanchester,David Niven, Maggie Smith, Nancy Walker, Estelle Winwood and James Cromwell / Z-View
Murder by Death (1976)
Director: Robert Moore
Screenplay: Neil Simon
Stars: Peter Falk, Alec Guinness, Peter Sellers, Eileen Brennan, Truman Capote, James Coco, Elsa Lanchester,
David Niven, Maggie Smith, Nancy Walker, Estelle Winwood and James Cromwell.
Tagline: By the time Eileen Brennan, Truman Capote, James Coco, Peter Falk, Alec Guinness, Elsa Lanchester, David Niven, Peter Sellers, Maggie Smith, Nancy Walker and Estelle Winwood figure out whodunnit, you’ll die laughing.
The Plot…
The eccentric and wealthy Lionel Twain (Capote) invites the five greatest detectives in the world for dinner. The guests include…
- Sam Diamond (Falk) and his sexy assistant Tess Skeffington (Brennan)
- Sidney Wang (Sellers) and his son Willie Wang
- Monsieur Milo Perrier (Coco) and his chauffeur, Marcel (Cromwell)
- Jessica Marbles (Elsa Lanchester) and her nurse, Miss Withers (Winwood)
- Dick (Niven) & Dora Charleston (Smith) and their pet pooch, Myron
The guests arrive to Twain’s remote creepy old mansion. They are unaware that others were invited. When everyone sits down for dinner, Twain pushes a button that locks all doors and windows. He then announces that someone will be murdered at midnight. Twain says that he will give one million dollars to the detective that solves the crime.
Slightly before midnight the butler is found dead. Then right after midnight, Twain’s body is discovered. He’s dead from twelve stab wounds.
Let the game begin.
Thoughts (beware of spoilers)…
Murder by Death is a parody of the great “old dark house” and movie detective whodunits of the past. Sam Diamond is a hardboiled dick from the mold of Sam Spade. Sidney Wang and his son is based on Charlie Chan and his #1 son. Monsieur Milo Perrier is modeled on Hercule Poirot. Jessica Marbles was inspired by Miss Marple. Dick & Dora Charleston are stand-ins for Nick and Nora Charles.
The theatrical film debut of James Cromwell. It is also the final theatrical film of Nancy Walker.
The animated cartoon drawings of the detectives at the start of the film were created by Charles Addams, the creator of The Addams Family.
The doorbell screams are Fay Wray’s from King Kong.
If you’re a fan of the type of movies parodied, you should enjoy this. Everyone gets a moment to shine.
Murder by Death (1976) rates 3 of 5 stars.
“Darker Than Amber” (1970) starring Rod Taylor and William Smith / Z-View
Darker Than Amber (1970)
Director: Robert Clouse
Screenplay: John D. MacDonald, Ed Waters based on DARKER THAN AMBER by John D. MacDonald
Stars: Rod Taylor, Theodore Bikel, Suzy Kendall, William Smith, Janet MacLachlan, Robert Phillips, James Booth and Jane Russell.
Tagline: Travis McGee is having a conference with one of his clients. Business as usual.
The Plot…
Late one night Travis McGee (Taylor) and his buddy are quietly fishing under a bridge. Suddenly a woman is thrown off the bridge and quickly sinks below the water. McGee jumps in. He is shocked to find the woman’s hands and feet are bound. A dumbell tied to her ankles is pulling her down. McGee frees her and gets her to the surface. She’s in bad shape.
McGee takes her home. Her name is Vangie. She refuses to go to the police. McGee learns that Vangie was almost killed by cold-blooded body builder named Terry (Smith). Terry uses women to drug lonely men. Terry then robs and sometimes kills them. Vangie became a target when she discovered Terry was a killer. As the days pass, McGee and Vangie fall in love.
Despite McGee’s objections Vangie heads to her apartment to get some things. Terry has been watching and kills her.
McGee is going to get revenge even if it kills him. It just might.
Thoughts (beware of spoilers)…
The final extended fight scene is considered a brutal classic. Reportedly it was the reason that Bruce Lee wanted Robert Clause to direct Enter the Dragon.
Darker Than Amber is the last time Jane Russell appeared in a feature film.
Darker Than Amber was scheduled to kick off a franchise. The plan was for Taylor to star in a series of Travis McGee films based on John D. MacDonald’s novels. Poor box office for this film killed the idea.
Filmed in 1970, the film is a product of it’s time. It probably felt hip and cool when it was released. Now it feels dated.
Darker Than Amber (1970) rates 2 of 5 stars.
“Chrome and Hot Leather” (1971) starring William Smith / Z-View
Chrome and Hot Leather (1971)
Director: Lee Frost
Screenplay by: Michael Haynes & David Neibel and Don Tait from a story by Michael Haynes & David Neibel
Starring: William Smith, Tony Young, Michael Haynes, Peter Brown, Michael Stearns, Larry Bishop, Kathrine Baumann, Wes Bishop, Herb Jeffries, Bobby Pickett, Cheryl Ladd (aka Cherie Moor), Robert Ridgely, Erik Estrada, Dan Haggerty and Marvin Gaye.
Tagline: A terrifying look at Motor Cycle Savagery – from the same studio that made “Born Losers”
The Story:
When a US Special Forces sergeant learns that his fiancé was killed by the member of a motorcycle gang, he recruits three of his service buddies to track down the murderer. Four Viet Nam vets against an entire motorcycle gang? Yeah, that sounds about right.
Thoughts (beware of spoilers)
William Smith and Peter Brown co-starred in the television series Laredo before working on this film.
Chrome and Hot Leather features some interesting cast member trivia…
- Cheryl Ladd made her feature film debut billed as Cherie Moor.
- Marvin Gaye, best known as a multi-Grammy award-winning singer, made his feature film debut as well.
- Bobby Pickett, best known as the writer/singer of the classic The Monster Mash appears.
- Herb Jeffries, a popular jazz singer and actor in films made for African-American audiences in the 1930s/1940s, shows up.
- Erik Estrada can be seen in an uncredited role in only his second feature film.
- Dan Haggerty also has an uncredited role. He plays a bearded member of the biker gang.
Chrome and Hot Leather (1971) was made to cash in on the biker craze of the era. It’s a low-budget drive-in film. William Smith was built for biker films. If he was a bit younger, he’d have been an action movie star of the 80s. Still playing Conan’s dad is quite a notch on your resume.
“The Locksmith” (2023) starring Kate Bosworth & Ryan Phillippe / Z-View
The Locksmith (2023)
Director: Nicolas Harvard
Screenplay: John Glosser, Joe Russo, Chris LaMont
Stars: Kate Bosworth, Ryan Phillippe, Ving Rhames and Noel Gugliemi.
Tagline: None.
The Plot…
Miller Graham (Phillippe) was just released from prison. Graham is determined to go straight and get back with his wife, Beth (Bosworth) and daughter. The crooked cops who set Graham up have other ideas and when a friend needs help, Graham finds himself on the wrong side of the law.
Thoughts (beware of spoilers)…
I hoped The Locksmith would be better. I like Bosworth, Phillippe and Rhames. Unfortunately, the decisions that Phillippe’s character makes are so stupid that I couldn’t muster much sympathy for him. Just a few of his bad decisions: He agrees to rob a mansion that has armed security. He never cases the joint or makes a plan. He parks his truck right outside the fence of the property.
The best character in the movie is played by Ving Rhames. He doesn’t get much to do except tell Phillippe to get his act together, play with Phillipppe’s daughter and then be murdered. Don’t worry though, there’ s a little scene to wrap up the film to show he’s gone but not forgotten. (Unlike the movie which will soon be.)
The Locksmith (2023) rates 2 of 5 stars.
Barry Windsor-Smith’s Conan Saga #1 Cover!
Barry Windsor-Smith created the art above. It was used for Conan Saga #1. If you click over to Go Ask Crom! Robert E. Howard in Comics you can see how the art appeared on the cover.
