movies – One Book a Week

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”

The Shining – Or the creepy things I saw on my fifth viewing

The Shining is a Kubrik classic. Out there with Full Metal Jacket and Space Odyssey, it captures the true horror of The Overlook Hotel and the monsters within.

The Joker – Return to madness

Went to see The Joker last night and yes, the critics were right. The movie is an absolute masterpiece! The acting gave me shivers throughout and I nearly started crying when he got kicked about by those teenagers at the start of the movie. It’s a very powerful story about a man’s love for hisContinue reading “The Joker – Return to madness”

The Goldfinch vs Pilsudski or the tale of the two Borys

I decided to treat myself last night and I went to the movies (Cineworld Unlimited perks means I can see as many as I want, when I want). Earlier this week I went to see The Kitchen (and was severely disappointed by the story and feminist agenda – even though the 70s backdrop was onContinue reading “The Goldfinch vs Pilsudski or the tale of the two Borys”

IT Chapter 2 (Double Bill) – Or how fake blood business is booming!

“Swear to me swear to me that if it isn’t dead you’ll all come back.” I was terribly excited to see the release of IT Chapter 2. So excited that last night, from 7PM until 1AM (about 5.5h) I sat down in a very comfortable chair watching the IMAX release of IT Chapter 2 precededContinue reading “IT Chapter 2 (Double Bill) – Or how fake blood business is booming!”

Dolor y Gloria – Almodovar returns with this glorious movie

I’m a huge fan of the Spanish director Amodovar and being the movie goer that I am – I went to see a Spanish movie called “Pain and Glory” without realising Almodovar was the one behind it. When his name appeared on the title credits, I was tapping my feet in excitement. From the openingContinue reading “Dolor y Gloria – Almodovar returns with this glorious movie”