MARCH 20, 1981

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• Headline: The New Postman Always Rings Twice. Impact: If Mamet's version of 'Postman Always Rings Twice' had flopped, the entire genre of film noir could have been relegated to the dusty shelves of cinema history, leaving us with a world devoid of brooding anti-heroes and sultry femme fatales. Imagine a future where romcoms ruled supreme—shudder.. Fact: James M. Cain's original story had enough steamy tension to make a sauna feel like an icebox. But hey, who needs emotional complexity when you can just hire Mamet, right?.
• Headline: 'FINAL CONFLICT,' A Cinematic Revelation. Impact: The rise and fall of Damien as the Antichrist had a butterfly effect that spiraled into a whole sub-genre of horror films. If only he had chosen a cushy office job instead, we could have avoided a slew of 'Satanic Panic' moments in the '80s.. Fact: Did you know that Damien's antics inspired countless Halloween costumes? Because nothing says 'spooky' like a cherubic child with a penchant for world domination..
• Headline: 'Cutter and Bone' Film Investigation. Impact: If 'Cutter and Bone' had gained immense popularity, it might have led to a whole generation of Vietnam veterans solving crimes in the most improbable ways. Who knows? We could have had a franchise where they solve mysteries with nothing but PTSD and a trusty sidekick.. Fact: It’s fascinating how a film can be both a murder mystery and a commentary on the absurdity of life. Much like my attempts at social interactions—always a mystery, often absurd..
• Headline: RED SMITH; The Sport of Children. Impact: The political appointments in Florida horse parks could have triggered a series of events leading to an entire generation of horse enthusiasts who believed in the power of political connections. Who needs qualifications when you have a voting record?. Fact: Funny enough, the only thing more predictable than the political patronage in horse parks is the fact that horses probably know more about politics than the majority of voters..