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| Movie Review: I Like Killing Flies Alternate Title: Eggs Over Easy with Sides of Philosophy
and Attitude
Story: If you see this very
entertaining film I encourage you to go on a full stomach or you will
not be able to handle all of the visually exciting food that is displayed
before your eyes. Director (and customer) Matt Mahurin
creates a glowing tribute to restaurateur, philosopher, genuine New
York character, Kenny Shopsin as he is forced to relocate
his eatery after 35 years in the West Village. Kenny runs his business his own way and his philosophy
is apparent. The customer is never right. He has rules such as no parties
of five - no matter who you are or how you split up the group. He has
over 900 items on his fusion menu and his kitchen is put together in
a manner that Rube Goldberg would have adored. He and his wife Eve and
their five adult kids run the place. The customers are as quirky as
the owners. The film is a delight as he cooks, philosophizes
and generally makes magic in cramped quarters. If you are foodie, this
film is a must. Here's an article from the New Yorker that was
written by Calvin Trillin, a Shopsin's regular customer. http://www.newyorker.com/fact/content/?020415fa_FACT Shopsin's temporarily closed on July 23, 2006.
There are rumors galore as to what Kenny is going to do next. Will he
go to Brooklyn? Will he reopen somewhere else? Is he just taking time
off? Who knows? But you can check out his website which includes a pdf
menu, house rules, hours and location at http://www.shopsins.com Acting: It is a documentary - no acting. But lots
of eating Predilection: I like documentaries
Critters: A beautiful black dog
Food: Food glorious food and then some.
Visual Art: The artwork displayed on the walls of
the eatery is priceless. Portraits of Kenny, his wife and various other
folk can only be called naive and charming.
Theater Audience: Another blistering hot summer day
brought out quite a NY crowd.
Weather: It seems to be 72 and sunny wherever Kenny
goes.
Sappy Factor: 0
Quirky Meter: 3
Drift Factor: I did not drift for a second. Oh yes,
I admit to wondering what I was going to have for dinner tonight.
Oscar Worthy: No
Soap Box: It's always sad to see realtors force family
business' out of their long term premises.
Big Screen or Rental: Either will do.
Length: 90 minutes
LOBO HOWLS: 8
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