#adamarkin

[duranduratulsa]

Up next on my 90's Fest Movie 🎬 🎞 🎥 🎦 📽 marathon...Halloween: H20 (1998) on glorious vintage VHS 📼! #movie #movies #horror #Halloween #halloween7 #halloweenh20 #johncarpenter #michaelmyers #theshape #jamieleecurtis #lauriestrode #steveminer #janetleigh #ripjanetleigh #nancystephens #joshhartnett #adamhannbyrd #JosephGordonLevitt #adamarkin #llcoolj #michellewilliams #JodiLynOKeefe #ChrisDurand #vintage #VHS #90s #90sfest #durandurantulsas4thannual90sfest

[therealmrpositive]

Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (1998)

In today’s review, I find that a new change of place, may not be enough to escape your past. As I attempt a #positive review of the 1998, anniversary of Halloween H20 20 Years Later. #JamieLeeCurtis #JoshHartnett #AdamArkin #MichelleWilliams

We all have that desire or inclination, deep in the back of the mind, that wonders what if we could run away from our responsibilities and start over; away from the baggage of the past? In 1998, over two decades since Michael’s attack on October 31st, we might find out that a certain resident of Haddonfield might have just done that. Yet the events of Halloween may still shadow her life, and the…

[doomonfilm]

Thoughts : Pig (2021)

It’s probably not a new thing, but I’ve been working on a theory that there’ve been a rash of films positioned as character pieces where the lead actor’s cache worked as shorthand for worldbuilding or backstory.  If this is the case, and even more so if this is strictly a recent phenomenon, one would have to say that Nicolas Cage has comfortably positioned himself as the king of this domain.  From classics like Mandy to forgettable films like Willy’s Wonderland, Cage has carved himself out a career’s worth of offbeat films that induce an immediate gravity strictly by their association with the enigmatic star.  As a fan of films that skew more on the Mandy side of things, the buzz around Pig and its immediate warm reception by critics and audiences alike made it a must-see for my 2021 top film list research.

Pig, intentionally or not, has some very compelling things to say about the artist in both society and within their nice realm, specifically both sides of the jealousy coin in terms of those who overstay their welcome versus those who know how to make a graceful exit.  It is more than clear that Robin Feld is as accomplished in the culinary field as any chef could ever dream to be, as a decade removed from his exodus out of the Portland restaurant scene his name immediately can change the tenor of a conversation.  That being said, even with him isolating himself outside of society to a wildly uncomfortable level, those still grinding away in the scene feel the need to take from Feld as both a show of disrespect and an attempt to elevate themselves beyond the Feld legend.  It is this central conflict that fuels the film both narratively (which is obvious to anyone who has watched the film) and esoterically, as the respect that Feld commands, not to mention the sense of tradition he adheres to, stand the test of time to the point that it spits in the face of those attempting to build new legends.  Feld’s sincerity is also magnetic, as it becomes the foundation for his passion that was so cherished in the moment that it allows him to have memory recall that can put him in a moment more than a decade after the fact.

While a beautiful film, there are other aspects of the narrative that stand out in equal measure.  Perhaps the strongest element outside of the raw beauty that Nicolas Cage captures via his portrayal of Feld is the revenge element, which is so strong that it trumps many classic revenge narratives done in the name of a significant other, loved one or friend in the history of cinema.  To think that Feld is willing to put himself through the amount of pain that he does and still keep an imposing sense of composure, and all in the name of a truffle pig that is ultimately ornamental, is a testament to the ice cold, steely reserve that bubbles within the soul of the Feld character.  Like some sort of man out of time, Feld is willing to remove himself from a comfortable, self-imposed isolation and insert himself into a crowded, pride-filled, shallow world and navigate it without one hint of lowering himself to the world’s level, providing us with a unique look at the protagonist character even more enigmatic than Bob Odenkirk’s Hutch Mansell from Nobody.  I could be reaching a bit, but Pig also feels a bit like a dramatic reinterpretation of the supply chain process, illustrating how one seemingly meaningless bump in the road can cause issues that spiral up the ladder. 

Pig looks and presents itself like some sort of modern day film noir on a surface level, but in reality, we are given an offbeat and esoteric love story meant to capture the idea of love outside of the standard constraints we tend to shackle it with.  Because of this dynamic, we are presented with pain and beauty in equal measure, the main personification of this being the way that an extremely beat up Nicolas Cage is able to deliver some exquisite monologues time and again.  The location-work in this film deserves praise as well, as the variance of locations gives us looks at places that range from gritty to eloquent, from rural to opulent and so on.  The camerawork, a vast majority of which is done in a very raw handheld manner, helps to carry viewers through the unease of the unfolding narrative while also serving towards building that same sense of unease.  The hair, makeup and costuming used to produce Feld from Cage helps the characterization by giving Cage something tangible to lean into and use as fuel for the way he carries himself and interacts with others.  Alexis Grapsas and Philip Klein lay out a moving symphonic score that lives up to (and lifts the film beyond) the high aspirations set by the story and the characters that dwell within the world.  The sound editing works in tandem with the score, especially the way in which it allows moments of silence to sit and resonate.  In terms of writing, we are given a smart and focused narrative that is inherently (and deeply) romantic without pandering, overtly gesturing or having it lean on standard conventions.

Nicolas Cage, no matter whether people take him seriously or not, has proven time and again that he has the pedigree and wherewithal to deliver strong performances, and in Pig, we get a calm and measured approach where Cage carries a world of sadness with him, all the while maintaining the kind of grace that is generally associated with royalty and diplomats.  Alex Wolff plays believably overly confident and wonderfully naïve in equal parts, embodying the desire of attaining manhood trapped within the fear and respect that a boy feels for his father.  Speaking of the fatherly presence, Adam Arkin channels his own inner pain into a gesture-filled show of capitalism-based force, all of which crumbles into an emotional wreckage when the mirror is held back up to him.  David Knell presents a front of pretentiousness he uses to shield the fact that his character core symbolically ran headlong from his dreams and into the arms of the niche machine, all for the illusion of comfort and peace of mind.  Outside of these core performances are a strong collective of brief supporting performances and appearances, including Nina Belforte, Gretchen Corbett, Beth Harper, Julia Bray, Darius Pierce, Elijah Ungvary, Cassandra Violet and others.

Pig isn’t necessarily an indie gem hidden away from the masses, but is it too indie of a project to garner Nicolas Cage a nomination for Best Actor in a couple of months?  I would hope not, as Pig is a huge old-school approach-style breath of fresh air that managed to emerge from the current deluge of blockbuster releases that defines the era.  Pig has all the makings of an achingly beautiful cult classic, not to mention that it is full of sampleable moments from Cage that I plan to use in future musical projects.  This one was definitely well worth the wait to see it get to standard streaming, and I would highly recommend seeking it out.

[bryanlenning]

YES! #pigmovie is a perfect combo of everything you want in a cinematic experience 🙌 had to create a #posterdesign in tribute 🙏#whohasmypig @neonrated . . #nicolascage #alexwolff #adamarkin #michaelsarnoski #neon #cinema #cinematography #soundtrack #design #graphicdesign #poster #movieposter #art #artistsoninstagram #fanart #instart #minimalism #photoshop #illustration #digitalart https://www.instagram.com/p/CRjan0NBGOz/?utm_medium=tumblr

[adafine]

Horror Movie Marathon (2022) October 13th 37. Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (1998) Directed by Steve Miner #halloweenh20 #halloweenh2020yearslater #jamieleecurtis #joshhartnett #michellewilliams #adamarkin #michaelmyers #jodilynokeefe #janetleigh #llcoolj #steveminer #screamfactory #4kbluray (at Eastpointe Apartments) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjrjQSpgVZG/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[elizapdushku]

Monk (2002-2009) #monk #tonyshalhoub #bittyschram #tedlevine #jasongraystanford #traylorhoward #emilyclarke #stanleykamel #héctorelizondo #jarradpaul #timbagley #johnturturro #danhedaya #glenneheadly #adamarkin #timcurry #stellinarusich #melorahardin #maxmorrow #kanerichotte #rayporter #sarahsilverman #sharonlawrence #andybreckman #ripstanleykamel #ripglenneheadly #tvtuesday #tvtuesdays #tvilove #favouritetvseries https://www.instagram.com/p/CXv99m8sabu/?utm_medium=tumblr

[horrorpaingoredeath]

#bankshot #copsandrobbers #fullmoonhigh #santointhetreasureofdracula #thesexyvampireversion #bluray #comedy #crime #georgecscott #joannacassidy #heist #larrycohen #adamarkin #edmcmahon #alanarkin #bobsaget #patmorita #elsanto #thetreasureofdracula #thevengeanceofthevampirewomen #diffleystyle #julianostyle #knocks #kinolorber #screamfactory #vcientertainment (at Horror Pain Gore Death Productions HQ) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLXtTaeptsC/?igshid=66ghwx6hp9vw

[duranduratulsa]

Up next on my Halloween 🎃 movie 🎬 🎞 🎥 🎦 📽 marathon...Halloween: H20 (1998) on glorious vintage VHS 📼! #movie #movies #horror #Halloween #Halloween7 #halloweenh20 #johncarpenter #michaelmyers #theshape #lauriestrode #jamieleecurtis #joshhartnett #LLCoolJ #adamhannbyrd #JosephGordonLevitt #adamarkin #michellewilliams #JodiLynOKeefe #nancystephens #steveminer #janetleigh #ripjanetleigh #ChrisDurand #90s #vintage #vhs

[pleasereadmeok]

Tiny bit of Matthew Goode in this.

[burak0z]

#halloweenh20 #animated #poster #jamieleecurtis #adamarkin #josephgordonlevitt #joshhartnett #halloweenmakeup #bluray #movie #moviestar #movieday #movies #horror #horrorfan #horrormovie #horrormovies #killer #kill #killers #terror #slashermovie #halloweenmovie #halloween #michaelmyers #halloween20yearslater https://www.instagram.com/p/BoL3ZmTFUbZ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1fmqlz0qng8ud

[adafine]

Horror Movie Marathon (2021) October 8th 19. Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (1998) Directed by Steve Miner #halloweenh2020yearslater #halloweenh20 #jamieleecurtis #joshhartnett #michellewilliams #adamarkin #adamhannbyrd #jodilynokeefe #janetleigh #llcoolj #josephgordonlevitt #nancystephens #steveminer #michaelmyers #johnottman #marcobeltrami #darynokada #patricklussier #bluray #screamfactory (at Eastpointe Apartments) https://www.instagram.com/p/CUyzaG0MLAu/?utm_medium=tumblr

[billybennight]

Here’s my shot of Adam Arkin at the PAINT THE MIC - 3rd Annual Event to Benefit At-Risk Youth at Artist Studios Los Angeles. @theadamarkin #adamarkin @paintthemic @getshortyonepix #getshortyonepix #paintthemic #losangeles #art #charity #director #moviedirector #fashion #fashionlook #redcarpetfashion #atriskyouth #photography #photographer #losangelesphotographer (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1S9daNpM3l/?igshid=1vuvguw0ku9py

[mcbastardsmausoleum]

I am loving the abundance of #larrycohen titles arriving on Blu-ray! FULL MOON HIGH (1981) gets the HD treatment from #screamfactory with a new Larry Cohen commentary #adamarkin #rozkelly #edmcmahon #elizabethhartman #billlkirchenbauer#joannenail #jimbullock

[alienbeeusa]

Larry Cohen’s hilarious 1981 horror-comedy Full Moon High finally arrives on Blu-ray on April 10th from @Scream_Factory. I love this crazy movie! #fullmoonhigh #larrycohen #adamarkin #horror #horrormovies #horrorfans #horrorfamily #horrorcommunity #comedy #horrorcomedy #movies #reviews #moviereviews #bluray #blurayreviews #bluraycollector #bluraycollection #instagrambham #bhamreviews #geeklife #alienbeearmy #screamfactory #moviebuff #filmbuff #cinephile #moviemaniac #cinemaniac #watchlist #whattowatch #newrelease #entertainmentnews #homevideo #comingsoon #mailcall

[pauldaleyreview-blog]

#ATXFestival Actors to Action Panel with #AdamArkin #KenOlin #PatrickJAdams #EdwardJamesOlmos and #KyraSedgwick #ATX #atxtvs6

[inkcosmetics]

Pretty cool evening! Dinner with my #CSI Boss with #AdamArkin sits around the corner! 😍#respectedprivacy #tooknophotos The food was AMAZING and now we have a new favorite restaurant in #NewMexico! 😋 Yum #italianfood #chicagohope #howtogetawaywithmurder #actor #GQ #forensics #csilife