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People Like Us – The 6 Rules

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1716777/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Six rules. And listen up, because I don’t know if I’m going to be able to tell you this again, okay?These are from my father.Number one. If you like something because you think other people are going to like it, it’s a sure bet no one will.Number two. Most doors in the world areContinue reading “People Like Us – The 6 Rules”

Definitely. Maybe. Rooftop Proposal

– Will you marry me? – No. – Oh, my God. – Well, what do you mean, “Will you, um, marry me?” I haven’t seen you in weeks! You don’t look happy or excited about the prospect of our marriage!You’re asking me to give up my freedom, my joie de vivre for an institution thatContinue reading “Definitely. Maybe. Rooftop Proposal”

Little Children Best Quote

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0404203 Why wouldn’t one of these women want to meet a nice person like you?I’m not a nice person.You did a bad thing.But that doesn’t mean you’re a bad person.I have a psychosexual disorder.You’re better now. They wouldn’t have let you out if you weren’t.They let me out because they had to. [..] What’s theContinue reading “Little Children Best Quote”

Almodovar strikes again with Parallel Mothers

Since I’m on my Oscar binge watch, I couldn’t help but notice an interesting title in the nominees list. “Parallel Mothers”. I didn’t know this was Almodovar. But I guessed it about mid-way through due to a few giveaways.

Oscars nominations 2022: the full list and my favourites

I can’t wait for the 27th of March 2022 just to be able to say “I guessed right!”. I’ve absolutely loved CODA (Children of Deaf Adults) and Dune was a visual masterpiece absolutely making right by the original book ( Dune by Frank Herbert ). Don’t Look Up goes well as a satire and it’s filledContinue reading “Oscars nominations 2022: the full list and my favourites”

Educating Rita (1983)

I was watching this old movie with Michael Cane and it’s about a hairdresser who asks an old lit teacher for help. The story begins with Rita (Julie Walters) seeing Dr. Bryant for tutoring. Despite her being very much a working class lady, Rita wants to become educated and Dr. Bryant is her chance. ThroughContinue reading “Educating Rita (1983)”

Best Joker Quotes from the Dark Knight – Why so serious?

Heath Ledger’s portrayal of the Joker remains one of the most popular villains in movie history. Like Ledger, Joaquin Phoenix recently won an Oscar for portraying the Joker on the big screen. But while his performance as Arthur Fleck was undeniably raw and powerful, it still doesn’t hold a candle to the palpable sense ofContinue reading “Best Joker Quotes from the Dark Knight – Why so serious?”

Gentlemen prefer blondes (1953)

Welcome to the 50’s where a woman’s chance of being sucessful came from what type of husband she could snag. And as the title says it, the blonde ones have a hell of a higher chance of getting a wealthy man (not necessarily a good one) than a brunette.Why?Because they’re dumb.

Moonlight Mile – The Dialogue that moved me

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0179098/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 You think if you just run around fast enough, figure out what everyone wants, no one’s gonna notice what a coward you are? Are you that scared?

Golden Globes 2020

I have been waiting patiently last night to see the Golden Globes and I’ve cast my ballot after a lot of consideration. I really loved “Joker” and the descent into madness it talks about. The thing is I really loved Almodovar’s feature “Pain and Glory” and I sat breathless at the 2h showing of “Parasite”Continue reading “Golden Globes 2020”