Thoughts on rewatching ‘Grosse Pointe Blank’ (1997):

Forgot how funny it was.
Didn’t know Joe Strummer composed the score.
We have never replaced John Cusack.
I miss ‘small’ movies.

Watched John Cassavetes’ ‘A Woman Under the Influence’ (1974) at the BFI today for the first time in years.

It’s such a different experience in a theatre. Cinema is made to be witnessed IN the cinema.

A ‘small’ story does not mean a small experience. #filmsky

Every so often you get the chance to drink an absolute worldie. This 2020 Penfolds ‘Grange’ was shared apropos of nothing and is comfortably the finest Australian #wine I have ever tasted.

‘The Oner’ episode of #TheStudio manages to skirt ‘cringe’ comedy so masterfully. Never not funny, never not riveting, and yet somehow is still charming throughout. Had high hopes for this show, and it’s already surpassed those lofty expectations.

Don’t really have the palate for prestige Bordeaux when young. I lack the sophistication necessary for appreciation. That said, I couldn’t turn down the chance to try the 2019 Chateau Lynch-Bages. Despite its youth, its fruit was already darkly rich and tannins hardly grippy at all.

It’s been a good few days on the writing front, so this 2018 Mayacamas Napa Cab was a bit of a treat. Had that trademark Mount Veeder freshness, but still a little tight, and will be right in the pocket in 5 years time.