Page 2 Filmphernalia Screenopticals: The Killer — Homoerotic Chemistry? John Woo’s world-famous The Killer had been on my “watch list” for decades, and it didn’t disappoint when I finally got a chance to see it (review posted on Filmospheric). What caught my attention were opinions, no better than speculation, that the two lead male characters (the assassin Jeff and the cop Li) shared onscreen homoerotic chemistry. Really? As someone who is somewhat familiar with the Asian culture and film, particularly the Hong Kong martial arts films, it was no shocker to me to see such interpretations of certain scenes in the movie. I don’t see homoerotic chemistry between the characters of Jeff and Li, and writing a screenoptical was due so as to explain why people in the west can get this feel while watching the two men team up in their fight against the bad guys. It’s worth mentioning that Woo learnt of these interpretations and clarified that nothing of the sort was meant to be in the movie between the characters. Read the screenoptical online at Filmospheric.com (carousel). FilmBuzz — Usual, Unusual, and Unheard Eastwood also deserves to enjoy a relaxing retirement now that he is 96. Michael reclaims the top box-office spot, tops $700 million globally. (MarketWatch, May 18) Alamo Drafthouse backlash grows as petition demands return of nophones rule. (MySA, May 28) Joan Collins turns 93. (MediaMass, May 23) Clint Eastwood officially retires after turning 96. (The Mix, June 2) Wim Wenders withdraws 1975 film featuring 13year-old Nastassja Kinski topless. (The Guardian, June 3) James Handy Dead: 'Top Gun: Maverick' Actor Killed. (Variety, June 5) Scripter’s Haven — Choose Our Future Deadline: July 19, 2026 This unique writing challenge includes 4 archetypal scenarios for scripts that envision the future of our world: 1. Market Forces, 2. Policy Reform, 3. Fortress World, and 4. Great Transition. The story begins here and now... Based out of London, UK, the contest is free to enter with a £5,000 to £10,000 prize. Entries can only be submitted in English. Films made in other languages must be subtitled or dubbed into English. Dialogue lists are not acceptable. To learn more, visit: http://chooseourfuture.org/.
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