Two Out of Three "New York Stories" Ain't Bad
Stuart Klawans reviews the new movie, which features a trio of shorter films directed by Martin Scorsese, Woody Allen, and Francis Coppola. Klawans says the efforts of the first two directors are fantastic, but viewers can step out into the lobby for Coppola's contribution.
Other segments from the episode on March 2, 1989
Comedy Writer and Film Director Carl Reiner
Reiner is a prolific director of comedy films. A frequent collaborator with Mel Brooks, he started in the theater and later television, where he began his career as a writer on the program Your Show of Shows. His latest movie, inspired by classic Hollywood musicals, is called Bert Rigby, You're a Fool.
A Band Without Purpose Soothes an Angry Critic
Ken Tucker is, as usual, disappointed by the winners of this year's Grammy Awards. But he's also dismayed by reader and critic polls which, according to him, celebrate dolorous and purposeless artists. New Order's recent album, Technique, could be described the same way, but Tucker appreciates its charm and accessibility.
The Comedy of Home Buying
Humor writer Alfred Gingold's newest book, The House Trap, highlights his misadventures buying a house with his wife.
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