Review of Bottle Rocket (1996) by Johannes J — 16 Jul 2008

Anthony: Dear Grace, I enjoyed your letter. I agree Camp Douglas isn't all it's cracked up to be. It never was. But if you're feeling lonely or homesick even I recommend that (1) You call me. I'm staying at Bob Mapplethorpe's and (2) that you keep extremely busy. It's working for me...

Bob: Come here, Hector. throwing stick into pool.

Anthony: I've got a whole new program. Bob and I get up at 5:30 every morning to run our paper route. We've got three jobs. The money isn't much, and Bob in particular isn't suited for this kind of work. But we keep each other company, and we both feel much better about ourselves now that we're working hard.

Bob: Glad you enjoyed it. Y'all come back.

Anthony: Thanks Mr. Fine.

Bob: Jack, I've been working. I made $75 in tips last night. Futureman grabs the cash.

Anthony: Bob's brother Futureman has accumulated some extensive legal debts, but we're gradually helping him to pay those off.

Bob: Can I have at least three bucks for gas?

Anthony: I'm also coaching a little league soccer team called the Hurricanes. They're mostly beginners, but they've got a lot of spirit, and they don't let defeat get them down. They remind me of Dignan in that way. Say what you will about him, he's no cynic and he's no quitter. I'm usually so exhausted now at the end of the days that I don't have to time to think about blown opportunities or wasted time. I do have one bit of advice for you, though Grace. Take the time in school to learn a foreign language. I myself never did , and I feel I've paid a price for it. Well, so long Grace. I miss you very much. Don't forget to write me back. Anthony.