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Entries by John Farr from 08/2011

Even After Midnight In Paris, I Prefer Woody Allen's Early Work

| Posted 08.12.2011
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Great artists of all types and stripes confront the same challenge: once they've created something truly brilliant, how do they ever equal it, much less surpass it?

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As He Turns 75, Thoughts on the Legacy of Robert Redford

| Posted 08.19.2011
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I saw no mention of Robert Redford's birthday amongst all the pop dreck that seems to capture people's attention these days. I am going to attempt a tribute of sorts, as I can think of few people in the entertainment field more deserving.

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