11 posts tagged “film”
Ate a lot of good food (not good-for-you food), feel well rested, actually taking time to read a few books and watch some movies..
I really enjoyed the film "The Visitor" and felt the acting was just brilliant. Very touching film, reminding me of how many blessings I have in my life.
Was tempted by the jacket cover of "Summer Kitchen" by a new writer, Karen Weinreb. The plot revolves around a wealthy couple living in an exclusive East Coast community, where the men work high pressure jobs and the women have babies and throw parties to show off their wealth.
Some interesting elements in the story, but the characters seem forced at times acting out in ways I would expect from a Jackie Collins novel. I think Weinreb is still trying to find her voice, hopefully she will follow the path of Elizabeth Berg.
Wishing you a fantastic weekend ;o)
of the long journey home of a fallen soldier.
If you had to watch only one film this summer, make it this one.
And I was inspired by the upcoming release of the film, "The Soloist" with Jamie Foxx and Robert Downey Jr.
Against some serious obstacles, the two characters (based on the real life of a LA Times journalist & homeless musical prodigy) find themselves becoming friends.
It makes me smile to think about this film being made today, and reminds me that even Hollywood can get it right sometimes..
For your viewing pleasure, attached are links to a story about this uncanny friendship, the official movie trailer, and a fantastic 60 Minutes interview with the real characters behind the story.
"He's Just Not that Into You.."
Been thinking about seeing this movie
and my friend just sent over this clip
from some of the starring actors...hmmmm
Are you in?
Just for Fun ~ I just heard that a new Sherlock Homes film will be release this year. I have always been an avid fan of the Sir Arthur Conan Doyle novels, and enjoyed the 1930's classic films with Basil Rathbone. I wonder how the new film will hold up?
Hello voxers,
I hope you had a safe & happy holiday...I enjoyed the time off of work and did the following:
- Have decided to try my hand at sewing again. It's been many years since I used a sewing machine, so I am essentially navigating uncharted waters. I got a Brother Sewing machine with 25 stitches, and the journey begins!
- Have made a commitment to get back on track with my food choices, and will be dedicating myself to eating more fruit & vegetables. Sugar is a big hurdle for me, and I look forward to feeling healthy when I kick the Sugar blues.
- Re-invested time with my family, enjoyed my mom's visit to our California home, and I anticipate my sisters may join us soon (since Chicago is getting a record cold winter so far).
- Watched "10 Questions for the Dalai Lama" during the holiday. What an extraordinary film and personal journey for the filmmaker. The Dalai Lama is so very jovial for an esteemed religious leader, and it is a pleasure to watch him answer questions on life, culture and forgiveness.
I hope you had a good holiday too & look forward to catching up on your blogs...
Hello friends..
I've been absent from Vox due to a recent battle with a head cold, which became a painful sinus infection. However, it hasn't stopped me from watching some interesting films and I have one I would like to share with you: Inheritance
This documentary shares the story of two women who's lives were shaped by the Holocaust. It tells the story of Monika Hertwig, the daughter of mass murderer Amon Goeth, and Helen Jonas, who was enslaved by Goeth and who is one of the few living eyewitnesses to his unspeakable brutality.
From the PBS website:
"Inheritance is an extraordinary, gut-wrenching account of the continuing effects of Nazi horrors on human souls. The Schindler's List portrayal of the Plaszow concentration camp and its brutal commander, Amon Goeth, set in motion the events recounted by this new documentary. Inheritance is a Holocaust film like no other. It tells the stories of two women with very different scars from the World War II genocide of Europe's Jews — whose sorrows and angers intersect in the haunting memory of one man."
Granted, the subject of this film is heartbreaking, and at times, difficult to watch. But it also features one of the most honest, and personal moments on film. Watching these two women meet for the first time, on the site where so much pain was delivered, was incredibly moving.
The film is streaming live in its entirety on PBS through January 4th. Please take a moment to watch the film ~ It has reminded me just how precious life is, and how we can connect even in the face of tragedy.
One of my favorite actresses is Audrey Hepburn
and she just shines in "Breakfast at Tiffany's"
This 1961 film has great actors, funny moments, and
the New York classic style...definitely a must watch
(if you have not seen already).
Here's the trailer for the film, with the cheeky 1960's voice-overs:
My NetFlix Review: Dark Days
I've been pretty dissatisfied with the latest blockbuster films released by the major movie studios. I think it has something to do with the fact that I'm over the age of 35 and female? And as much as I love Jane Austin-esque stories, I just cannot satisfy all my film needs by re-watching Pride & Prejudice for the 50th time.
So I have wandered into the documentary film genre, hoping for something original, maybe something that inspires. And I have my first offering to share with you: A documentary from 2000 called Dark Days..
from Wikipedia
Dark Days is a documentary made by Marc Singer, a British filmmaker. The film follows a group of people living in an abandoned section of the New York City underground railway system, more precisely the area of the so called Freedom Tunnel.
During filming, Amtrak announced they would be forcibly evicting the homeless living in the tunnels. This announcement, plus the police presence backing the decision, prompted Singer and photographer Margaret Morton to go to the Coalition for the Homeless for help. Eventually, Singer and Morton managed to secure housing vouchers from the Department of Housing and Urban Development for the film's subjects, which enabled them to move out of the tunnels and into their own apartments.
My personal opinion
I found this film challenging, uplifting at times and thought-provoking. And the filmmaker's personal journey to make & produce a film about the homeless is almost as shocking as the film. The homeless people's stories are compelling and I found myself identifying with their words, actions at times (which was pretty surprising to me).
My personal rating
4 out of 5, worth renting & will make you appreciate your life
