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The Past Tense (Diagnosis Murder, #5)
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
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The body of a woman washes up on the beach, but inside are pictures from Mark's first case. As he thinks back to what happened then, will it give him a clue about the current murder? This is an emotionally gripping book that really explores Mark's character in the new way. Highly recommended for fans of the series.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/02/book-review-diagnosis-murder-past-tense.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
Callie is looking at the non-profit her in laws started to honor the memory of her late husband. But her home coming is anything but peaceful when a stink bomb goes off in the local church and a body is found nearby. Once again, the plot is great, and the development for Callie is very good.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/02/book-review-dime-dozen-by-mindy-starns.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
Homicide in Hardcover (Bibliophile Mystery #1)
Homicide in Hardcover (Bibliophile Mystery #1)
Kate Carlisle | 2009 | Fiction & Poetry, Mystery
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7.0 (2 Ratings)
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When Brooklyn Wainwright is found kneeling over the dead body of her former mentor, she immediately becomes a suspect. But Brooklyn thinks it may have to do with the cursed Faust he was restoring. Can she prove her innocence? The plot had lots of events but didn't move forward quickly. I loved the characters, however.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-homicide-in-hardcover-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
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6.0 (1 Ratings)
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Cora Felton has found herself involved in another murder when a Sudoku shows up on the body of a man poisoned at a boarding house in town. It's the usual verbal sparring and puzzles fans of the series will love. I was just bothered by one action Cora took part way through the book.

<a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/02/book-review-arsenic-and-old-puzzles-by.html">My full review at Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
Odelia travels to Massachusetts to find the mother who abandoned her 34 years before. When she finds her mom, the older woman is kneeling over a dead body in a corn maze. This book juggles the mystery with the story about Odelia's family quite well. I couldn't put it down.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-corpse-on-cob-by-sue-ann.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
Head of the family (1996)
Head of the family (1996)
1996 | Horror
7
6.5 (2 Ratings)
Movie Rating
Upset the head and you’re dead
A Charles band movie that actually isn’t too bad. The head of the family is literally that, a giant head on a tiny body and the rest of his siblings are just as odd. I’m a sucker for these sort of films, it’s got full on weirdness, mixed in with a dose of nudity and a special Joan of arc scene. Who wants more from a movie
  
Weekend at Bernie&#039;s (1989)
Weekend at Bernie's (1989)
1989 | Comedy
10
6.6 (11 Ratings)
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No, this film is not a masterpiece in film-making. But, it's one of my favorite movies.
First, the first scenes of this film where Larry (Andrew McCarthy) brushes off the mugger in Central Park, since makes me smile.
The story-line is very 1980s, fraud/embezzlement in a corporate atmosphere. The physical comedy by Terry Kiser was exactly what was needed. Who thought toting a dead body around could be so amusing?
  
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Barry Levinson recommended Shadows (1959) in Movies (curated)

 
Shadows (1959)
Shadows (1959)
1959 | Drama, Romance
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"For me, personally, I am not sure there is a great Cassavetes film. But the body of work is profound and inspiring. And it endures, which is the ultimate achievement. He allowed actors to create a spontaneity and sometimes an inarticulate dialogue that added to the heartbreak and humor of his characters. He’s a man who had the courage to tell stories in his own way. And that is his great legacy."

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Barry Levinson recommended Faces (1968) in Movies (curated)

 
Faces (1968)
Faces (1968)
1968 | Classics, Drama
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"For me, personally, I am not sure there is a great Cassavetes film. But the body of work is profound and inspiring. And it endures, which is the ultimate achievement. He allowed actors to create a spontaneity and sometimes an inarticulate dialogue that added to the heartbreak and humor of his characters. He’s a man who had the courage to tell stories in his own way. And that is his great legacy."

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A Woman Under the Influence (1975)
A Woman Under the Influence (1975)
1975 | Classics, Drama
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"For me, personally, I am not sure there is a great Cassavetes film. But the body of work is profound and inspiring. And it endures, which is the ultimate achievement. He allowed actors to create a spontaneity and sometimes an inarticulate dialogue that added to the heartbreak and humor of his characters. He’s a man who had the courage to tell stories in his own way. And that is his great legacy."

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