Hello there.
It’s been almost a year since you’ve heard from me (at minimum). On the off chance a refresher is needed, here goes: I am one half of (the possibly) erstwhile film writing project In Reel Deep. That’s why I have your email address, and why you’re getting this missive.
Not included here is an update on the future of In Reel Deep. That project remains frozen in proverbial carbonite. Steve and I might choose to thaw it at some point. Or we might not. Guess which outcome is more likely the more time goes on. Either way, the archive there is full of good stuff, including a bunch of timely and salient podcast episodes on Christmas movies that I highly recommend.
So why am I writing? Because, as of yesterday, I’ve stood up a new home for a personal project that was one part of all things In Reel Deep for years.
That project was (and still is) called Film 101, and, well, here it is again.
The basic idea is this: I write an essay apiece about the 101 “greatest” films of all time as determined by cross-referencing fan, critic, and industry rankings. These aren’t the 101 films I personally consider to be the very best. Instead, they are what the people who enjoy movies or make them or study them collectively view as standing the test of time. If you’re curious about how I sourced the list, just head over to the About page on the new site.
As of yesterday, this little project of mine can and will resume.
What does it look like now? Well, take a look around at your leisure. The first 25 entries in the series have been migrated to this new home, and revisiting them as part of that process was pretty fun.
Since the new home is built on the Substack platform, I am set up to deliver new entries straight to your inbox, starting with the 26th in the series, Double Indemnity. When inspiration strikes, I’ll also post musings about films, new and old, in the Extras section. If exactly none of that sounds appealing, it’s also really easy to unsubscribe.
OK, it’s about time to roll the credits on this post. For those of you who decide to stick around, I’ll be in touch soon with my thoughts on one of the quintessential noir films from Hollywood’s Golden Age.