December 2009
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The River (1951)
based on the Novel by Rumer Godden, The River, directed by Jean Renoir creates a life of it’s own. Though I can’t say that all the acting was the most superb, the story was interesting, and you absolutely cannot go wring when filming in location in India.
Speaking of the story, though, I feel the book, a recollection of the author’s childhood in India, probably comes off a...
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The Darjeeling Limited (2007)
It’s not easy being a Wes Anderson man, but it sure ain’t bad.
As always, this Wes Anderson film was made to be a classic, from the color to the precise and perfect casting. Adrian Brody, Jason Schwartzman and Owen Wilson play Peter, Jack and Francis Whitman, three brother who have not seen each other since their fathers funeral a year ago and decide to unite abroad in one of the...
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Tonight! and it will make it all better
I’ve been hearing good things about Wes Anderson’s Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009) and am seeing it tonight! It’s been a good day, albeit a quick one, and this should end it well. I love Wes Anderson’s films, and am open to and proud to call myself a cult follower! I’ve been waiting for the perfect night to see this and it’s finally here!
