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November 21, 2006
Altman
Forty more years, seven more months, who's counting?
I keep feeling like I should be sad about his death - and of course, in a certain sense, I am. I'm sorry that we'll never get to see the new film that he announced he was gearing up for only a month ago. But at the same time...if I live to be 81 and go out on top, doing what I love, that's not a tragedy. It's one hell of a triumph.
A great way to celebrate his life and work would be to spend the day watching his films. But for me, having been so inspired by both over the years, it would be just as commemorative to spend the day working on my own.
Posted by David Lowery at November 21, 2006 11:09 AM
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A sad day indeed... Rest in peace, Mr. Altman. I will be returning to my cove at the end of the week, and enjoy the complete "Short Cuts" dvd set as a farewell ceremony. I'll also turn back to the Altman blog-a-thon for directions to films of his I have yet to see.
Posted by: Karsten at November 21, 2006 11:51 AM
i like your style, mr. lowery. for me, i'll have to be content w/ watching.
Posted by: brad at November 21, 2006 04:08 PM
"...it would be just as commemorative to spend the day working on my own."
i agree...
Posted by: frank at November 21, 2006 05:22 PM