I had a nice quiet Christmas which is what I wanted. I had a good meal and watched a couple of movies. I often think about the song, “What do the Lonely do at Christmas?” and I hope I never have to find out. It’s one thing to be alone because no one likes you and entirely different when you choose to be alone as I have chosen. Anyway, I watched two of my favorite movies, Out of Bounds which stars Anthony Michael Hall and Jenny Wright. This was Michael’s breakout role into more mature characters. I’m a big fan of AMH, so my view on something and that of the critics don’t always agree. What do critics know anyway? They say those that can’t complain… LOL. The film has an interesting premise and some action. It’s a cat and mouse story between the good guy turned bad by accident and the real good guys chasing the bad guys. I know its sounds confusing. If you’re a fan of AMH then check out the film.

The other film was Speed. I’ve seen this film so many times, but I never tire of watching the action. It has a rush and I think this will be one of those timeless films for the 90’s generation. If you’ve never seen Speed you’re in for a treat. Of course some of the action is over the top, but that’s what makes us like action films. It always raises the question is it really possible?
The film stars, Keanu Reeves, Sandra Bullock, Dennis Hopper, Joe Martin and Jeff Daniels.

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Lawrence of Arabia

One of my all time favorite films is Lawrence of Arabia. I had heard about this film and had seen bits and pieces of it, but I never really appreciated it until I was older and saw the film when it was re-released in the early 80’s. I saw the film at Lakeside on a large screen which is the way this film has to be seen. Once you see it on a large screen then you can appreciate it on a smaller screen. The film is 253 minutes long and visually stunning. Anyone interested in cinematography should watch this film and learn.

When I watched the film yesterday I wondered the pressure Peter O’Toole must have had to live with after the success of this film. This was his first film and it was one of those roles that most actors dream of getting. I don’t recall any other films in which he was in that had that magnitude. I remember him doing a comedy and then he was in Caligula, but he was an older actor by then. I’ll have to do some research and see what his filmography looks like.

If you have not seen this film I suggest you check it out when you have the time. The other classics I recommend are Spartacus, All About Eve, A place in the Sun, From Here to Eternity, Gone With the Wind and Carmen.

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Quantum of Solace

Quantum of Solace - I had planned to see this movie the first weekend that it opened, but I was directed in another direction. I had also planned to watch Casino Royale before I saw Quantum since the film picks up where the other ended. I was quite impressed with Casino Royale and there is something about Daniel Craig playing Bond. He actually gets beat up and the bruises last longer than just one take. This bond is much more realistic than previous bonds. His features are a lot more manly than previous bonds also. As action films go, the anti gets upped each time to figure out what great special effects can be introduced that we’ve not seen before. The action is what makes Bond who he is. The newest gadgets that we can’t wait to get our hands on in the near future.
Quantum of Solace is quite a thrill ride, but Casino Royale was a much better film in my opinion. Check it out and tell me what you think.

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Let's talk film

Priest - I watched Priest over the weekend. I’ve seen it many times and I still enjoy it. When the film was first released, the fact that the priest was gay was never a part of the previews. The trailer made us believe that the priest had secrets or possibly could have been abusing a young girl. The film challenges the bible and the oath that a priest takes dealing with parishioners in the confessional. If you’ve never seen this film and you’re a fan of Tom Wilkinson, Linus Roache or Robert Carlyle then you’ll enjoy the film.

Class of 1984 - This was a film that was over looked. The premise of the film works well in today’s society. Although the film takes a twist and becomes brutal, the talent in this film was extraordinary. Michael Fox who later became Michael J. Fox, Perry King, Roddy McDowell, Timothy Van Patten and Stephen Angram to name a few. This film is about what happens when the authorities can’t control the students in an urban high school. The film is set in the U.S., but was filmed in Canada using Canadian actors. The film is set in the 80’s with the punk rock movement and other trends of the period in the background. Give this cult classic a look see.

Primal Fear - This was the first time I had seen Edward Norton and he gave a flawless performance that was Oscar worthy. Richard Gere plays a lawyer out for fame who actually believes each person is innocent until proven guilty. When the broadcast of the crime is flashed on the screen he takes the opportunity to get in the lime light and represents Aaron Stemple pro bono. The tables begin to turn and the legal system gets dissected as we see good and bad from all sides. It’s one of my top 200 movies that stil holds up quite well. If you love court dramas, you are sure to like this one.
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I Love Movies

This is my first entry here and I thought I'd see if I can keep it up and perhaps it will generate interest to those who enjoy film. The purpose of my blogging is to create the art of conversation which seems to be one of those lost arts.
Let me begin by listing some of my favorite films. Then it would give you an idea of whether or not we have something in common. I also must make you aware of the fact that I do love movies so there are some films I have seen that others may never get the opportunity to see or even want to see. I always see a film all the way through no matter how bad it may seem. Some times an ending can make a film great. Sometimes you realize it was a waste of time, but if you're an aspiring film maker it gives you the incentive to want to do better. My favorite films are in no particular order, just as I think of them since this entry isn't prewritten.
Lawrence of Arabia, Coffy, Cruising, Dog Day Afternoon, Less Than Zero, The Ten Commandments, Priest, Making Love, Mahagony, Lady Sings the Blues, Idlewild, The Doomed Generation, Bad Boy Bubby, School Daze, The Professional, Get on the Bus, Summer of Sam, The Pianist, The Posiedon Adventure, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Cool Hand Luke, Fort Apache the Bronx and Basketball Diairies to name a few. Have you seen any of these films? Share your thoughts and comments. Bare with me as I learn my way around blogspot.com.
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