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Jackie Brown

JACKIE BROWN (2 hours 34 minutes)Jackie Brown is in her mid-forties, but looks like she's in her thirties. She's a "knockout."Tarantino continues to use the phrase, "beeline" on 146.Variations of the n-word are used 29 times, mostly by Ordell. Jackie uses it sparingly, often to make a pronounced point, including breaking the fourth wall: "holding a bunch of money, looking into the camera, and saying with a smile: Gotcha n-" (198)The word "migbht" is misspelled and published on 78.Jager is spelled "Jaeger" on 155 and 156. Perhaps because of licensing issues?There is a focus on "retro" seventies style and soul music.Unique phrasing and quotes include:"'holding in smoke' voice" (9)"regular-Joe-type" (14)"two grinning Cheshire cats as the balance of power rolls over her" (49)"you-better-do-exactly-what-I-say manner" (49)"weighs things in her mind" (71)"a little surprised and a touch pissed at her nonchalantness" (84)"Coffee's almost there, but not quite." (88)"They're going at it like a couple of fuck monkeys. Almost on the fade up, Louis cums." (108)"shark smile" (113)"In fact, she looks like she's coming home from a date." (117)"yellow Bic" (137)"He doesn't like the last piece of information" (152)"mustache like a Walrus" (153)"half-a-million-dollar switcharoo" (162)"Louis's hand immediately goes to his forehead and touches dampness." (181)"hard convict look" (181)"Melanie smiles at him, feeling the stare, but too much of a natural-born smart-ass to change." (181)"tensely through gritted teeth:" (183)"One; to make sure. Two; 'cause it felt good." (187)"He slumps over- his life gone." (201)"His face is ice, the music is LOUD." (220)"She's cool as a breeze, smoking her brand. No music." (220)"drops to the ground like a sack of potatoes" (222)"dead as fried chicken" (222)"I'll send you a postcard, partner." (230)

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