For about two weeks the star could be seen in daylight, but at the end of November it began to fade and change color, from bright white over yellow and orange to faint reddish light, finally fading away from visibility in March, 1574, having been visible to the naked eye for almost 16 months (more about Brahe's «acid tongue and silver nose,» the cultural shock of the «new star,» and how supernovae create high - energy radiation from Wallace H. Tucker). (members.nova.org)
When the acid tongues are turned on at beginning and end of the film, it's a laugh - provoker from way down. (rottentomatoes.com)
Mirren plays Hopper as a slightly more internal Cruella De Vil, blackmailing bigwigs and shepherding stars around with a sweet smile and an acid tongue. (film.avclub.com)