300, 600, 900, 1200... we can stop this.
Food Relovution Film by Thomas Torelli
Support this project here we need this film out.
Please watch the trailer here.
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Showing posts with label film. Show all posts
Showing posts with label film. Show all posts
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Food Revolution Film
Every second in the U.S. 300 animals are killed
300, 600, 900, 1200... we can stop this.
Food Relovution Film by Thomas Torelli
Support this project here we need this film out.
Please watch the trailer here.
300, 600, 900, 1200... we can stop this.
Food Relovution Film by Thomas Torelli
Support this project here we need this film out.
Please watch the trailer here.
Monday, October 12, 2015
Get Vegucated, Go Vegan
#ForksOverKnives #Vegucated
This weekend I was trapped at home not feeling so great
It was almost a 100° F outside and very dry.
Dry heat gives me migraines, so I stayed in, closed blinds.
My companions weren't that thrilled either.
Frau Kitty slept a lot on a position that clearly stated
Please, Do Not Disturb.
Being inside I had time to re-watch these influential
documentaries, I recommend everybody to watch.
I watch them at the beginning of my vegan lifestyle journey
Forks Over Knives, is packed with rational information
on why we are much better off health-wise on eating
an whole plant based diet (a good link for starters).
How all the sickness that is brought to our bodies
when eat animals makes this way of eating a bad choice
My favorite documentary is still Vegucated
because this film is what actually offered to me a door
into becoming a vegan... the film follows 3 people
from New York City into the challenge of becoming vegan
for 6 weeks... I really appreciate that this documentary
offers a view into the horrible conditions on how
animals for food 'live' and the terrifying deaths they suffer,
it also takes a look at the environmental disaster
that is the meat industry, and talks about health too.
Vegucated is a 'lighter' version of many other vegan documentaries
and the fact that follows every-day people from different
backgrounds and different daily lives makes it
very easy to relate to, as the time-frame of the challenge
So it was about 3 years ago, after watching Vegucated
that I decided to take the 'challenge'
I never ate too much meat or animal products
but of course I had some parmegian cheese at home
and some eggs... I ate the little cheese left
and after a couple of days threw away the eggs,
and then I didn't buy any more animal products,
when going to restaurants I started choosing
vegan options, and luckily we have so many
vegan restaurants in San Diego...
I still clearly remember the 1st time I willingfully
deny the offer to eat a hamburger at a friend's bbq
and the first time I said no to a b-day cake at the office
that had eggs and cream...
My transition wasn't painful at all!
Right away I found so many food substitutes
from vegan hotdogs, to veggie burgers, to 'chick'n'
in many flavors and styles, it does taste like chicken!
My migraines became less frequent and less strong
I lost some weight, and my mind and soul felt lighter, clearer
happier!! Is like I got rid of this weight over my shoulders!
My asthma improved and my hormonal status too.
It was been about 3 years of me ditching animals
and I cannot think of ever eating or wearing an animal ever again.
My only regret regarding veganism is not having done it sooner
in life! Live a wonderful healthier guilt-free compassionate life
Go Vegan, try it for a couple of weeks, or months.
I am sure you will never go back to eat animals
(as a piece of advice, if you ever eat a piece of animal
don't blame yourself and go back to eating vegan,
also indulge in vegan treats when needed... I remember
at the beginning of my vegan journey craving hamburgers
so I just bought veggie burgers instead with a good dose
of french fries and ketchup, maybe not so healthy
but at least I wasn't hurting an animal or our planet,
confession: I still indulge in a lot of processed food
now & then, vegan junk food, but I do love food
vegan food that is, and all you eat, you can find a vegan version of)
Great article:
5 Netflix documentaries that will turn you Vegan
This weekend I was trapped at home not feeling so great
It was almost a 100° F outside and very dry.
Dry heat gives me migraines, so I stayed in, closed blinds.
My companions weren't that thrilled either.
Frau Kitty slept a lot on a position that clearly stated
Please, Do Not Disturb.
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| Frau Kitty says: Do not disturb... |
documentaries, I recommend everybody to watch.
I watch them at the beginning of my vegan lifestyle journey
Forks Over Knives, is packed with rational information
on why we are much better off health-wise on eating
an whole plant based diet (a good link for starters).
How all the sickness that is brought to our bodies
when eat animals makes this way of eating a bad choice
My favorite documentary is still Vegucated
because this film is what actually offered to me a door
into becoming a vegan... the film follows 3 people
from New York City into the challenge of becoming vegan
for 6 weeks... I really appreciate that this documentary
offers a view into the horrible conditions on how
animals for food 'live' and the terrifying deaths they suffer,
it also takes a look at the environmental disaster
that is the meat industry, and talks about health too.
Vegucated is a 'lighter' version of many other vegan documentaries
and the fact that follows every-day people from different
backgrounds and different daily lives makes it
very easy to relate to, as the time-frame of the challenge
So it was about 3 years ago, after watching Vegucated
that I decided to take the 'challenge'
I never ate too much meat or animal products
but of course I had some parmegian cheese at home
and some eggs... I ate the little cheese left
and after a couple of days threw away the eggs,
and then I didn't buy any more animal products,
when going to restaurants I started choosing
vegan options, and luckily we have so many
vegan restaurants in San Diego...
I still clearly remember the 1st time I willingfully
deny the offer to eat a hamburger at a friend's bbq
and the first time I said no to a b-day cake at the office
that had eggs and cream...
My transition wasn't painful at all!
Right away I found so many food substitutes
from vegan hotdogs, to veggie burgers, to 'chick'n'
in many flavors and styles, it does taste like chicken!
My migraines became less frequent and less strong
I lost some weight, and my mind and soul felt lighter, clearer
happier!! Is like I got rid of this weight over my shoulders!
My asthma improved and my hormonal status too.
It was been about 3 years of me ditching animals
and I cannot think of ever eating or wearing an animal ever again.
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| Vegan Super Italian Meatball Sub with Sausage Seitan from Native Foods Cafe |
in life! Live a wonderful healthier guilt-free compassionate life
Go Vegan, try it for a couple of weeks, or months.
I am sure you will never go back to eat animals
(as a piece of advice, if you ever eat a piece of animal
don't blame yourself and go back to eating vegan,
also indulge in vegan treats when needed... I remember
at the beginning of my vegan journey craving hamburgers
so I just bought veggie burgers instead with a good dose
of french fries and ketchup, maybe not so healthy
but at least I wasn't hurting an animal or our planet,
confession: I still indulge in a lot of processed food
now & then, vegan junk food, but I do love food
vegan food that is, and all you eat, you can find a vegan version of)
Great article:
5 Netflix documentaries that will turn you Vegan
Thursday, September 11, 2014
James Cameron is a vegan
James Cameron is probably one of my favorite vegan celebrities
"[But] I went 100 percent plant-based – vegan – two-and-a-half years ago.
I’ve got tons of energy. I’m fitter now. I’m running farther than I did
when I was in my twenties. So I’m good to go.”
James Cameron’s Vegan Diet Gives Him ‘Tons of Energy’
He does so much for the animals!
For the planet!
Ah, and he makes some cool movies too!
"[But] I went 100 percent plant-based – vegan – two-and-a-half years ago.
I’ve got tons of energy. I’m fitter now. I’m running farther than I did
when I was in my twenties. So I’m good to go.”
James Cameron’s Vegan Diet Gives Him ‘Tons of Energy’
He does so much for the animals!
For the planet!
Ah, and he makes some cool movies too!
Friday, May 02, 2014
Speciesism: The Movie
Don't miss this movie!
It is rather informative, and it talks about
one of the things that we do every day, our food!
It is eye-opening, provoking and
sometimes VERY FUNNY too!
It is a great exercise to stop and
reevaluate your life & society,
the daily things we take for granted as OK,
remember it was OK not long ago to own another person,
it was OK for women not to vote,
STOP for a little and try to see "from the outside"
the way you live your life everyday,
what you eat, what you wear, what you say, what you think
& then think again, watch this film,
many things won't make sense and then they will!
http://speciesismthemovie.com/
It is rather informative, and it talks about
one of the things that we do every day, our food!
It is eye-opening, provoking and
sometimes VERY FUNNY too!
It is a great exercise to stop and
reevaluate your life & society,
the daily things we take for granted as OK,
remember it was OK not long ago to own another person,
it was OK for women not to vote,
STOP for a little and try to see "from the outside"
the way you live your life everyday,
what you eat, what you wear, what you say, what you think
& then think again, watch this film,
many things won't make sense and then they will!
http://speciesismthemovie.com/
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
picture test, Life of Pi film
just testing the uploading of pictures on Blogger
it works OK with Google Chrome
while testing, I uploaded this guy
I met him at the Grand Canyon back in 2008...
last night I watched Life of Pi on 3D with my mom
really enjoyed the film!
for a good review of it, please read I Me My's blog entry
http://iditis.blogspot.com/2013/01/ang-lees-movie-life-of-pi-illustrates.html
it works OK with Google Chrome
while testing, I uploaded this guy
I met him at the Grand Canyon back in 2008...
last night I watched Life of Pi on 3D with my mom
really enjoyed the film!
for a good review of it, please read I Me My's blog entry
http://iditis.blogspot.com/2013/01/ang-lees-movie-life-of-pi-illustrates.html
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Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Halloween
another American Halloween!
I like this dark holiday
I celebrate with my cats, and at work
and even better, this year, I watched
the original Halloween film
from 1978
spooky low budget film!
some pictures to share
I like this dark holiday
I celebrate with my cats, and at work
and even better, this year, I watched
the original Halloween film
from 1978
spooky low budget film!
some pictures to share
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| Franken-Herr-Gato, grrrrr |
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| Frau Kitty and the Little Witch: "Please be my black cat tonight!", "But I am a tuxedo cat, not a black cat!", "It's OK, a half-black cat will do..." |
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| Halloween at the office |
Monday, September 24, 2012
Jiro dreams of sushi
Saturday, February 18, 2012
The Artist
tonight i smiled after leaving the theater
i smiled, cried, and smiled again
what a lovely film!
The Artist deserves this year's Oscar
and deserves to be watched!
the nicest tribute to the Silent Film era
and to cute dogs on the big screen
it will capture your heart!
a lovely reminder of why we love films
Monday, February 13, 2012
great films to make you cry and smile
i watched two great films this weekend
preparing for the Oscars? maybe?
A Better Life with Demian Bichir was excellent!
close to home, well-known scenarios from L.A.
beautiful sunny gardens and
the familiar faces gardening them
the music is quite a revelation too
and yes, I cried a lot, highly recommended!
You will practice you español y el inglés too
the other one was The Help
]great story, great acting, straight to the heart
and yes, I cried a lot too...
this film is nominated for best picture for the Oscars
after watching it i understood why
http://thehelpmovie.com/us/
don't miss it either!
preparing for the Oscars? maybe?
A Better Life with Demian Bichir was excellent!
close to home, well-known scenarios from L.A.
beautiful sunny gardens and
the familiar faces gardening them
the music is quite a revelation too
and yes, I cried a lot, highly recommended!
You will practice you español y el inglés too
the other one was The Help
]great story, great acting, straight to the heart
and yes, I cried a lot too...
this film is nominated for best picture for the Oscars
after watching it i understood why
http://thehelpmovie.com/us/
don't miss it either!
Thursday, February 02, 2012
The Limits of Control, an e-mail/review
a couple of weeks ago i watched
The Limits of Control, directed by Jim Jarmusch
he's one of my preferred directors
so I sent an e-mail to a couple of friends about it
I guess I am too lazy to re-write my review
and usually re-written stuff comes out wrong for me
so here, a couple of copy-pasted e-mails regarding the film
The Limits of Control, directed by Jim Jarmusch
he's one of my preferred directors
so I sent an e-mail to a couple of friends about it
I guess I am too lazy to re-write my review
and usually re-written stuff comes out wrong for me
so here, a couple of copy-pasted e-mails regarding the film
talking about masters of American 'something'
watched yesterday Jim Jarmusch latest film... The Limits of Control
worth watching but not for everybody... it reminded me a lot of his Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai film
this The Limits of Control, is not among the 'fun' movies he makes, yes, sure Bill Murray is there, but in a very short and obscure apparance...
the film is superb visually!! superb, as in really really good! and the Flamenco scenes are amazing!!
but over all the film has a really really slow feel to it... and YES the plot is a thriller that keeps you wondering what is about so much that actually feels like a David Lynch film
the acting by Isaach de Bankole is just amazing!
do watch it, but not late at night 'cause if you are not used to obscure slow films you might fall asleep and if you watch it do pay attention to every single line and detail, it will all make sense at the end... at the very very end
i personally loved it, but then again, i am used to this weird stuff, glad to know Jim Jarmusch is still himself
re: 2
oh forgot! is all filmed in beautiful Spain, from a high-tech looking Madrid to the back desert of Extremadura, beautiful photography!
re: 3
re: 2
oh forgot! is all filmed in beautiful Spain, from a high-tech looking Madrid to the back desert of Extremadura, beautiful photography!
re: 3
was reading about the soundtrack too! has Bad Rabbit, and LCD Soundsystem
the film is worth it, my favorite film ever i think is actually Dead Man by Jarmusch with Neil Young guitar playing soundtrack, i love his films! Night on Earth from 1991 was the 1st Jarmusch film i watched, i still have fun watching now!
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Kodak no more
as Kodak files for bankruptcy, The Guardian releases
this lovely collection of images from the legendary company
this lovely collection of images from the legendary company
visit the entire collection
http://www.guardian.co.uk/artanddesign/gallery/2012/jan/19/women-in-focus-kodak-girl-in-pictures
http://www.guardian.co.uk/artanddesign/gallery/2012/jan/19/women-in-focus-kodak-girl-in-pictures
and as the world went digital
for a while, and still, i keep on photographing
with 35mm film, some of it Kodak film
[i do photograph digital too]
35mm Kodak film, grainy, old, familiar stuff
the infamous T-MAX film black & white
and some random 35mm film
with my good old friend Nikkormat
here all my Kodak film photos on 23hq
here some of my own photos shedding a little
digital tear for yet another company lost
love the feeling of film, cannot be recreated by any digital camera
Monday, May 02, 2011
Es gibt manchmal...
"Es gibt manchmal so viel Schönheit auf der Welt, dass ich sie fast nicht ertragen kann. Und mein Herz droht dann daran zu zerbrechen."
i found this quote from American Beauty (one of my favorite films) written in German, translation:
"Sometimes there's so much beauty in the world I feel like I can't take it, like my heart's going to cave in."
und... i found this picture from back when it was cool here in San Diego
3/21/2011 at 8:35am
i like taking photos early in the morning, even when it takes me months to post them
beauty on an early morning dirty water pool shows that there is beauty almost anywhere if you look the 'right' way...
i found this quote from American Beauty (one of my favorite films) written in German, translation:
"Sometimes there's so much beauty in the world I feel like I can't take it, like my heart's going to cave in."
und... i found this picture from back when it was cool here in San Diego
3/21/2011 at 8:35am
i like taking photos early in the morning, even when it takes me months to post them
beauty on an early morning dirty water pool shows that there is beauty almost anywhere if you look the 'right' way...
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
two italian films
recently i watched two Italian films
my Netflix queue seems to be all about Italy these days...
the first one was a classic film great italian film!
Mafioso
a noir comedy about the Sicilian mafia on the 60's
directed by Alberto Lattuada
who i read was an architect before being a film director
which explains the beautifully framed framed
and the aesthetically timed scenes
it featured Italian star Alberto Sordi
who does an excellent job in this noir comedy
really enjoyable performance!
Mafioso is a hidden jewel, showcasing
every Sicilian and mobster cliche you can think of
but... just when you are about to get tired
of Sicilian old ladies and so much 'baciamo la mano'
(kissing of the hand)
the film offers a superb visual & musical twist...
do not miss it!
the other film is much more contemporary
is a subtle comedy about old age, good food,
wine drinking, all happening in Rome
during Ferragosto...
Pranzo di Ferragosto
or as they called it here
Mid-August Lunch
this film is not a strong film
but it's lovely in its subtlety, it's delightful one!
i watched on a perfect schedule
on my TV at home, during this past warm Sunday
while sipping wine and preparing a late snack
this is a perfect setting for this film
you don't want to watch this film late at night
you want to watch it on a light warm day
while sipping wine (believe me you'll want some)
and with a light snack, at least...
Pranzo di Ferragosto or Mid-August Lunch
is one of those little films that probably you'll forget
and that sometimes seems pointless but just like
a good magazine article, it will keep you fulfilled
while you watch... and it will make you smile
many times... lovely little film
great film for an outdoor summer day...
my Netflix queue seems to be all about Italy these days...
the first one was a classic film great italian film!
Mafioso
a noir comedy about the Sicilian mafia on the 60's
directed by Alberto Lattuada
who i read was an architect before being a film director
which explains the beautifully framed framed
and the aesthetically timed scenes
it featured Italian star Alberto Sordi
who does an excellent job in this noir comedy
really enjoyable performance!
Mafioso is a hidden jewel, showcasing
every Sicilian and mobster cliche you can think of
but... just when you are about to get tired
of Sicilian old ladies and so much 'baciamo la mano'
(kissing of the hand)
the film offers a superb visual & musical twist...
do not miss it!
the other film is much more contemporary
is a subtle comedy about old age, good food,
wine drinking, all happening in Rome
during Ferragosto...
Pranzo di Ferragosto
or as they called it here
Mid-August Lunch
this film is not a strong film
but it's lovely in its subtlety, it's delightful one!
i watched on a perfect schedule
on my TV at home, during this past warm Sunday
while sipping wine and preparing a late snack
this is a perfect setting for this film
you don't want to watch this film late at night
you want to watch it on a light warm day
while sipping wine (believe me you'll want some)
and with a light snack, at least...
Pranzo di Ferragosto or Mid-August Lunch
is one of those little films that probably you'll forget
and that sometimes seems pointless but just like
a good magazine article, it will keep you fulfilled
while you watch... and it will make you smile
many times... lovely little film
great film for an outdoor summer day...
Saturday, October 16, 2010
El Secreto de sus ojos
I've heard about this film a lot
good opinions, and great recommendations,
won the Oscar to best foreign film
and I knew Argentinian films are great,
this one is excellent!
El Secreto de sus Ojos
Mesmerizing, really
you get into the, as i read somewhere,
byzantine plot that interlaces
an unresolved crime with a love story
mixing past time & present
sometimes complex and always elegant script
the photography, the acting
the witty, poetic, and at times,
very funny dialogs, make of it
a complete film, i'd say a masterpiece
it's very well-done in every aspect
without expensive effects, but very classy resources
i'd love to watch more films by this director
i have the lovely advantage
of being a native Spanish speaker
so the fast spoken Argentinian accent
and the 'boludo' slang
weren't a problem but rather a delight
The secret in their eyes
i recommend you that if you need subtitles
do keep the sound in Spanish, there's a lot
to the acting that makes this film
i read a bit of the English subtitles when I was done
i was curious!, and even if they are not literal
[they said: "damn you!"
when is Spanish were saying: "que me cago en ti, boludo."
that is more like, i shit on you, asshole...
which is a common, even if very rude, thing to say in Argentina
in Mexico we have other insults]
this film is worth watching even in its native language
so, highly recommendable!
one of the best murder thrillers I've seen in a while
and a soulful love story
good opinions, and great recommendations,
won the Oscar to best foreign film
and I knew Argentinian films are great,
this one is excellent!
El Secreto de sus Ojos
Mesmerizing, really
you get into the, as i read somewhere,
byzantine plot that interlaces
an unresolved crime with a love story
mixing past time & present
sometimes complex and always elegant script
the photography, the acting
the witty, poetic, and at times,
very funny dialogs, make of it
a complete film, i'd say a masterpiece
it's very well-done in every aspect
without expensive effects, but very classy resources
i'd love to watch more films by this director
i have the lovely advantage
of being a native Spanish speaker
so the fast spoken Argentinian accent
and the 'boludo' slang
weren't a problem but rather a delight
The secret in their eyes
i recommend you that if you need subtitles
do keep the sound in Spanish, there's a lot
to the acting that makes this film
i read a bit of the English subtitles when I was done
i was curious!, and even if they are not literal
[they said: "damn you!"
when is Spanish were saying: "que me cago en ti, boludo."
that is more like, i shit on you, asshole...
which is a common, even if very rude, thing to say in Argentina
in Mexico we have other insults]
this film is worth watching even in its native language
so, highly recommendable!
one of the best murder thrillers I've seen in a while
and a soulful love story
Thursday, October 14, 2010
la fotografía y el internet
my very first love with the internet
was photography, yeah! digital, scanned
film, whatever, but images capturing still
a moving life
my most frequented site was 23hq.com
and somehow has been left behind
the silly Facebook, the blog, those more
instantly rewarding sites have kept me away
from doing more photography
also 'cause i have more limited time
and i have already too many times
photographed my front yard and my chubby cats
i feel i've become repetitive on themes
'cause i don't have much time left on the day
to go out and chase photographs
but anyway, it was refreshing to post
a couple of photos, all 35mm film
taken with my old Nikkormat camera
most taken with black & white film
an iso 100 film Kodak T-Max TMX
i really hope i get myself to photograph more
(i do photograph plenty but i don't post)
but also to do from more interesting themes
that my doorstep, my poor cats, who probably
think i am a Cat-paparazzi, and all the food i eat...
OK less blah and here are the images
was photography, yeah! digital, scanned
film, whatever, but images capturing still
a moving life
my most frequented site was 23hq.com
and somehow has been left behind
the silly Facebook, the blog, those more
instantly rewarding sites have kept me away
from doing more photography
also 'cause i have more limited time
and i have already too many times
photographed my front yard and my chubby cats
i feel i've become repetitive on themes
'cause i don't have much time left on the day
to go out and chase photographs
but anyway, it was refreshing to post
a couple of photos, all 35mm film
taken with my old Nikkormat camera
most taken with black & white film
an iso 100 film Kodak T-Max TMX
i really hope i get myself to photograph more
(i do photograph plenty but i don't post)
but also to do from more interesting themes
that my doorstep, my poor cats, who probably
think i am a Cat-paparazzi, and all the food i eat...
OK less blah and here are the images
Monday, August 30, 2010
the last Saturday of August
this past Saturday good feeling
lined up for me
i went back to yoga after almost 3 weeks...
it was great to stretch the body, the mind
and overall, the soul
later....
i had lunch at my favorite bakery
Bread & Cie, a roasted eggplant & feta cheese sandwich
i never saw the bottom of the paper bags, lovely motto!
later i went to pick up some film photos 35mm
that i took a while ago with my old Nikkormat
a 1972 Japanese camera
here a sample, even if digital cameras are so convenient
i still love the feel of a developed film, the grain
the texture, the contrasts, there are somethings that
technology cannot fool
to top my lovely Saturday, i went to the movies!
i used to go to the movies so often before
these days i watch more DVDs or movies on my computer
just like with cameras, nothing tops the rush of watching
a movie on the big screen...
now it's Monday and i had to work
the memories of that lovely day are just that
memories, and a post on the blog now... ah sighs...
i choose Christopher Nolan's Inception
as i wrote on Facebook:
from the strange, brilliant, and confusing mind of Christopher Nolan, i watched Inception tonight... as i tweeted, you'll either love it or will get a strong headache... if you like Christopher Nolan films, watch Following, his 1st film, noir noir and probably still the best one, Inception is pretty close too, i personally liked it
lined up for me
i went back to yoga after almost 3 weeks...
it was great to stretch the body, the mind
and overall, the soul
later....
i had lunch at my favorite bakery
Bread & Cie, a roasted eggplant & feta cheese sandwich
i never saw the bottom of the paper bags, lovely motto!
later i went to pick up some film photos 35mm
that i took a while ago with my old Nikkormat
a 1972 Japanese camera
here a sample, even if digital cameras are so convenient
i still love the feel of a developed film, the grain
the texture, the contrasts, there are somethings that
technology cannot fool
to top my lovely Saturday, i went to the movies!
i used to go to the movies so often before
these days i watch more DVDs or movies on my computer
just like with cameras, nothing tops the rush of watching
a movie on the big screen...
now it's Monday and i had to work
the memories of that lovely day are just that
memories, and a post on the blog now... ah sighs...
i choose Christopher Nolan's Inception
as i wrote on Facebook:
from the strange, brilliant, and confusing mind of Christopher Nolan, i watched Inception tonight... as i tweeted, you'll either love it or will get a strong headache... if you like Christopher Nolan films, watch Following, his 1st film, noir noir and probably still the best one, Inception is pretty close too, i personally liked it
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Madredeus und Lisbon Story
hopefully the scene will illustrate why you have
to watch Wim Wender's Lisbon Story
Lisboa, la ciudad, y Madredeus
with Fado's queen senhorita Teresa
to watch Wim Wender's Lisbon Story
Lisboa, la ciudad, y Madredeus
with Fado's queen senhorita Teresa
Monday, January 18, 2010
The Namesake
another good film
The Namesake
the film is based on Jhumpa Lahiri's novel
a while ago I read her fantastic collection
of short stories Interpreter of Maladies
a Pulitzer winner book, superb and
soulful writing about Indian immigrants living in USA
apparently her novel The Namesake wasn't as good as
this collection stories, yet the film is very good
I would recommend you to watch it...
& for a good review please
check ID's blog here
The Namesake
the film is based on Jhumpa Lahiri's novel
a while ago I read her fantastic collection
of short stories Interpreter of Maladies
a Pulitzer winner book, superb and
soulful writing about Indian immigrants living in USA
apparently her novel The Namesake wasn't as good as
this collection stories, yet the film is very good
I would recommend you to watch it...
& for a good review please
check ID's blog here
Wednesday, January 06, 2010
The class / Entre les murs
the second film of the year
and another great one!
The Class - Entre les murs
will touch anybody who ever has been to a school
the teacher, the students, their relationships
the glory of an education system, and its many flaws
all portrayed so naturally that, in spite of being in French,
takes you back to the classroom of your youth
i won't say more since i am not a good reviewer
but the man who wrote this review is,
& here the trailer but as one of the comments in youtube said,
"This trailer doesn't accurately represent how truly awesome this movie is."
watch it! watch it! watch it!
you'll love it
a high-class film, superb dialogues
that were improvised in many cases
while following the plot of the book
written by François Bégaudeau
who plays himself in the film
as Mr. Marin, and just like in high school,
i am in love with the teacher
and while you watch, remember,
the young students in the film are NOT actors
they are actual students from Dolto High
a high-school in a not-so-romantic neighborhood of Paris
a last recommendation, if you watch it on DVD
do not fall into temptation of watching
the dubbed version in English...
it is much better on the original French version
with English subtitles, it's wide-screen too
so the subtitles do go over the film,
but on the horizontal black bar below
and the irony!
to think i had this DVD at home for 4 or 5 months
and never watched it before
'cause i was too busy with my CSS "class"
and another great one!
The Class - Entre les murs
will touch anybody who ever has been to a school
the teacher, the students, their relationships
the glory of an education system, and its many flaws
all portrayed so naturally that, in spite of being in French,
takes you back to the classroom of your youth
i won't say more since i am not a good reviewer
but the man who wrote this review is,
& here the trailer but as one of the comments in youtube said,
"This trailer doesn't accurately represent how truly awesome this movie is."
watch it! watch it! watch it!
you'll love it
a high-class film, superb dialogues
that were improvised in many cases
while following the plot of the book
written by François Bégaudeau
who plays himself in the film
as Mr. Marin, and just like in high school,
i am in love with the teacher
and while you watch, remember,
the young students in the film are NOT actors
they are actual students from Dolto High
a high-school in a not-so-romantic neighborhood of Paris
a last recommendation, if you watch it on DVD
do not fall into temptation of watching
the dubbed version in English...
it is much better on the original French version
with English subtitles, it's wide-screen too
so the subtitles do go over the film,
but on the horizontal black bar below
and the irony!
to think i had this DVD at home for 4 or 5 months
and never watched it before
'cause i was too busy with my CSS "class"
Friday, January 01, 2010
once
the 1st film of the year
this beautifully told story!
once
i started watching once
knowing that it had a 'good soundtrack'
and 'a good story'
but after a couple of minutes
i realized the jewel i was watching
with superb music writing
and fine singing
this story took my heart by surprise
if you enjoy music and appreciate
a lovely story, please watch it
you'll like it
hope you had a 1st great day of 2010
this beautifully told story!
once
i started watching once
knowing that it had a 'good soundtrack'
and 'a good story'
but after a couple of minutes
i realized the jewel i was watching
with superb music writing
and fine singing
this story took my heart by surprise
if you enjoy music and appreciate
a lovely story, please watch it
you'll like it
hope you had a 1st great day of 2010
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