The Outfit (1963)
A review of “The Outfit” (1963), the third book in the “Parker” series, where Parker attempts to stop the syndicate from harassing him once and for all.
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Ride in the Whirlwind (1966)
A review of “Ride in the Whirlwind” (1966), a lean Western co-produced, written, and co-starring Jack Nicholson.
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The Man with the Getaway Face (1963)
A review of “The Man with the Getaway Face” (1963), discussing how Westlake transformed the hardboiled crime genre.
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The Man in the High Castle (1962)
A review of “The Man in the High Castle” (1962), written by Philip K. Dick. Beginning my exploration of the 13-story boxed set from Library of America.
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The Hunter (1962)
A review of “The Hunter” (1962), written by Donald E. Westlake. I compare the book and the film adaptation by John Boorman, “Point Blank” (1967).
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OSS 117: Panic in Bangkok (1964)
A review of “OSS 117: Panic in Bangkok” (1964), the second title in Kino Lorber’s OSS 117 boxed set. Continuing the Eurospy adventures of Jean Bruce’s literary character that predates Bond.
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OSS 117 Is Unleashed (1963)
A review of “OSS 117 Is Unleashed” (1963) discussing the literary output of Jean and Josette Bruce, and how 117 predates 007.
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A Hyena in the Safe (1968)
A review of “A Hyena in the Safe” (1968) that spotlights its rediscovery, mostly unfamiliar cast, and stylish early giallo twists in a tight heist thriller.
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The Bride from Hades (1968)
A review of “The Bride from Hades” (1968), that explores its tragic romance, social critique, and this adaptation’s unique take on the classic kaidan.
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Black Gravel (1961)
A review of “Black Gravel” (1961), discussing its themes of corruption and survival in postwar Germany.
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Teorema (1968)
A reflection on “Teorema” (1968), exploring its enigmatic visitor, symbolic imagery, and the film’s place within Pasolini’s evolving work.
