The Long Green by Chipka
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Every so often, I do something that even I find unexpected. Yesterday, I sat in a restaurant with Corey…talked with Corey (and a really nice [and cute] waiter,) ate far more than I planned to eat, and as Corey left the table to make use of the bathroom facilities, I surprised myself. I took a picture of the tip we’d left. I’m not in the habit of photographing money (I’m usually too busy spending it) but the urge came over me, as I saw the tip sitting on the faux-wood-laminate table in front of me.
As I look at his picture, prior to posting it, I see…well…five paper dollars, and for some reason, I’m stirred to thoughts centered on one of my favorite films. I can’t say that the film in question is an artistic masterpiece. It’s…well…it’s something. It’s a Russ Meyer movie with the deliciously psychedelic title: Faster Pussycat, Kill! Kill! I don’t know about anyone else, but I happen to have a weakness for films with such titles. Indeed, I have something of a weakness for Russ Meyer films. They’re…um…they’re distinct. In Faster Pussycat, Kill! Kill!, our three anti-heroine bad-girls led by Varla (played by the impressively tall Tura Satana) commit all sorts of mayhem in skimpy shorts or tight jeans. They are—to make a long story short—after an old man’s money, or as Varla puts it, after the long green…which, in typical B-movie fashion, is hidden in a rather interesting place. I won’t reveal too much of the movie, but I will say that it’s featured in the ReSearch Guide to Incredibly Strange Movies.
I bring this up, because of a tip sitting on a restaurant table. I thought of Varla (and her two bad-girl partners) on their quest for the long green. There’s just something about that bit of slang. It’s so dated. The origins of the term mark a time when US-American money was actually green, or at least more green than it is today. And so, in honor of dated slang, Russ Meyer films with improbable titles, and a nicely relaxed Saturday afternoon and evening, I’m posting this image, and I’m also wondering what the waiter is likely doing with the $5 tip left for him.
As always, thank you for viewing, reading, and commenting, and I hope you’re all off to the start of a great week.
Comments (17)
anaber
Haaaaaa!!! Wonderful this one!I always love the memories that come with, when we are in our´s own...And here, can begin another story, with you photo.Love the "green" and love the view!Fabulous.
MrsRatbag
I do love reading your meanderings...what an interesting place your mind is!
SerenityBlue
I remember that a dollar was really a lot of money (to me as a kid). Now five dollars doesn't even buy much, nor ten. But you have placed a significance on this $5 tip, and a little study in filmography as a bonus.
RodS
An interesting photo - it's amazing how commonplace things can sometimes make great subjects. Interestingly enough, the red and green colors are very appropriate to the season - as is the money, which wll be spent by the tons!
kgb224
Stunning capture my friend.
KatesFriend
It's fascinating where ones thoughts come from. I've not seen the movie of which you speak though somehow I recognize the title. I expect that my older brother went to see it at one time. He was a big fan of the B class action films from that era. He and his buddies went to the drive-ins all the time just for such films. There is something about the old cloth like quality of the the US $1 that seems to compel. Maybe that, mixed with the antique look of the inking itself that is a subconscious appeal. Or maybe it's that particular moss green of the ink - a shade that a certain AI character found (will find) appealing. Yes, the green, more than any other aspect of American currency, it's the colour that is such a cultural touchstone. The colour of envy and avarice - perhaps the dark heart at the centre of all empires. And the Green contrasts perfectly against the table's deep cherry. The incandescent light warms the scene with its yellowish hues. But there still the money dominates the entire scene. Great inspiration.
jocko500
the money and story is very well done
lick.a.witch
Superb! Both in description and in image! So that's what money looks like! ^=^
durleybeachbum
The pic is very attractive! Strange, that. It's must be the excellent compo and of course as ever your narrative is so interesting.
helanker
I like this simple image alot. Well, I like money, but it is not what I meant :D I find it a mighty awesome capture in all its simplicity. And of course, I love the little story behind it :-)
makron
Sugestiva imagen amigo. Por eso la humanidad entra en guerras...es terrible. Muy buena la foto.
auntietk
Excellent composition and color make this a winner! The light is interesting, too. It gives me a feeling of being there. Well seen, and very nicely done!
sandra46
WONDERFUL COMPOSITION
KateBlack10
Neat shot - I love the POV, colors and the texture of the money. The narrative is great. I really like the way the color of the table, the color and texture of the money and the lighting work together. Very nice.
Orinoor
It's been quite awhile since I've seen an actual dollar bill, so your post is a bit of nostalgia for me. The movie sounds intriguing, not enough to actually see it, but I'm glad you've seen it, so you can talk about it, which is what I prefer anyway.
flavia49
amazing!
three_grrr
Not a movie I've seen. But I love the title! And I love how you've described it, just enough to make one want to see just why it's considered strange, and how it ends. Love the image .. and the thought process that goes with it. I love the contrast of the "long green", two crisp new bills and three older worn ones, and the table top ..