I have watched several movies lately. One of them was "Crash." It was good, very intense, but not the Los Angeles that I grew up in and knew. It may be different now. Really made you think though, eh? Also been watching some westerns: Broken Trail and Open Range. Was really very good, I thought. Saw Wedding Crashers and that was hysterical.
They've ruined as much as possible already with the pre show interviews and trailers.
Mikel
Very true, Mikel
BTW if you go see it make sure you stay after the credits there is a funny suprise.
Dang it. I had to go to the bathroom real bad so I ran out
Next time, don't buy the big vat of pop. Do what I do. Bring your own in. Do you really think some sixteen-year-old kid cares if you're not buying the $5 vat of pop?
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Mike F.
May the Irish hills caress you. May her lakes and rivers bless you. May the luck of the Irish enfold you. May the blessings of Saint Patrick behold you.
I found a nice outlet for chee-pee older dvds, and I'm catching up on stuff I never saw during first runs. One of them is "Empire of the Sun", the Spielberg film about the Shanghai americans and british who were interned in China by the Japanese. It's from the point of view of an 11 year old boy (this movie introduced Christian Bale as a child actor -- what an amazing performance!). I found it very moving and complex, without simple ideas about enemies and friends. And I also watched "Twelve Monkeys" -- bizarre futuristic time-travel kind of thing, directed by Terry Gilliam (whom I love). Slightly muddled story (cleared up in 2nd viewing), but visually very interesting, and stunning performance by Bruce Willis, f you're a fan. Also a truly bizarre and interesting performance by Brad Pitt, playing a manic delusional spoiled rich boy who wants to destroy humanity.
I watched Labrynth again the other night. I'd forgotten how fun that movie is. How cool is Bowie!
I adore Labyrinth...I've been meaning to watch that one again sometime. I really do love Bowie in that movie...I mean how hot is he in that Ballroom scene
More movie news....I have seen a couple of times now ads on Time Warner Cable that they're bringing back some of the classics in HD. Might get a chance to watch some of them at some point.
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Senara-ism : Life is like a theatrical production only you get to be actor, director, and audience all at once. So break a leg, sit back and enjoy the show!
"When the waves are high and the light is dying, raise a glass and think of me..." -Gaelic Storm
Cha chòir dòrn a thoirt an aghaidh pòig. A kiss ought not to be met with a fist.
Thig crioch air an saoghal, ach mairidh gaol is ceòl. The world will pass away, but love and music last forever.
"I am a crazy, rabid squirrel! I want my cookies!" Hammy-Over the Hedge
watch munich ad meriores od a gishia this weekend both moving stroies, memories was particly good great insight to the world of it's own tho not fullly hiostoryly coorrt but seen thorh the eyes a yuong girl it hit right on the mark i felt.btoh wothr your time if you ahve not seen them.both thumbs way up
I finally got to see Tristan & Isolde. I enjoyed the film. I didn't expect that ending. I thought there were a few good sword fighting scenes. Very good drama...
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QUOTE (Senara @ 17-Jul-2006, 04:43 PM)
QUOTE (ballydun @ 13-Jul-2006, 12:07 PM)
I watched Labrynth again the other night. I'd forgotten how fun that movie is. How cool is Bowie!
I adore Labyrinth...I've been meaning to watch that one again sometime. I really do love Bowie in that movie...I mean how hot is he in that Ballroom scene
I've maintained a warm fuzzy feeling for David Bowie ever since I saw Labyrinth as a kid. A few years ago my sister gave me the DVD for Christmas. I have to admit, I've probably watched it half a dozen times since then. Mmmm.
Sadly, most of his other movies are far less enjoyable.
The last movie I watched was Wilby Wonderful. It's Canadian indie about the kooky small-town residents of the fictional island of Wilby, Nova Scotia. It was a bit slow at times but still very cute and sweet in a dark comedy way. The main plot concerns a melancholy man who is trying to commit suicide but is repeatedly interrupted/rescued by his neighbors. Sounds morbid I know, but it actually ends up being heartwarming.
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Hold fast to dreams For if dreams die Life is a broken-winged bird That cannot fly. Hold fast to dreams For when dreams go Life is a barren field Frozen with snow. -Langston Hughes
I went and saw Clerks II last night with my girl friend. We loved it! If you're a Kevin Smith fan make sure to check this one out.
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May those who love us love us And those who don't love us May God turn their hearts, And if He doesn't turn their hearts, May He turn their ankles, So we'll know them by their limping.