Brewing Despair: The Coffee Scene in the film Children of Men
Children of Men, directed by Alfonso Cuarón, is a dystopian film that explores a bleak future where humanity faces extinction due to global infertility. There is a memorable coffee scene…
Moscow On The Hudson Coffee Coffee Coffee
I loved this movie when I saw it. Robin Williams is brilliant in it. Moscow on the Hudson is a memorable and insightful portrayal of cultural differences, freedom of choice,…
Coffee and the Old West: How the Brew Helped Tame the West
Tichnor Bros. postcard circa 1940 with the caption “Chuck Wagon of The Ole Southwest, Plenty of Meat, Potatoes, Frijoles and Coffee about to be consumed”. There is no life without…
Coffee is for Closers: Glengarry Glen Ross (1992) Movie Review and Breakdown of the Coffee Scene
Glengarry Glen Ross, directed by James Foley and based on David Mamet’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play, is a cinematic masterpiece that immerses its audience into the high-stakes, pressure-cooker environment of real…
A History of Violence Film Review and Coffee Scene
Released in 2005 and directed by David Cronenberg, “A History of Violence” is a gripping exploration of identity, family, and the consequences of one’s past. At the center of the…
Best Coffee Film Scene, The Ipcress File with Spy Harry Palmer (Michael Caine)
“The Ipcress File” is a classic British spy film released in 1965, featuring the iconic Michael Caine in the lead role as the enigmatic and suave Harry Palmer. While the…
A Legendary Encounter: De Niro and Pacino’s Coffee Conclave in “Heat”
In the illustrious realm of cinematic collaborations, few meetings are as iconic as the coffee shop rendezvous between Robert De Niro and Al Pacino in the film Heat. This pivotal…
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Ian Fleming, James Bond, and Coffee: An Intriguing Connection
Sean Connery as James Bond 007 and Tania Mallet as Tilly Masterson in “Goldfinger” while filming at Furka Pass and Andermatt in the Swiss Alps, Credit: ETH-Bibliothek Zürich, Bildarchiv /…
Coffee Rationing in America during World War II
From November 1942 to July 1943, coffee was subject to rationing. Initially, there were abundant coffee harvests in Central and South America as World War II commenced. However, due to…
How to Make Cowboy Coffee
Brewing Cowboy Coffee is a rustic and traditional way to enjoy a cup of joe, whether you’re out camping or just looking to experience the Old West flavor. Here’s a…