Not a Review, Just Love of 2 Films

I just finished watching The American, again.  Loved it even more this time around. Minutes in, the cinematography captivates by appealing to my aesthetics.  Whenever I can hit the mental "pause button," and each scene becomes the perfect still, I add the movie to my "favorites" list.  You can do that throughout this entire film.  I also relish in the tension and slow build-up ... but apparently this was too slow for some.  My first time seeing this in the theater, movie goers started yawning, getting antsy, and even walked out?  Huh?  I get it, but so sad.  Though, in actuality, there is nothing American about The American.  People here have grown so accustomed to being fed the typical Hollywood actions/thrillers.  They had no idea what to do with this gem, directed by the super talented Anton Corbijn.

I am also a fan of Control.  Again, another character study.  More dialogue and less silence in this film, but altogether, still leaving me captivated by the beauty of each scene.  Plus, Joy Division ... who doesn't love them?  And Ian Curtis, flawed genius.  Okay.  Yes, Anton Corbijn ... he's pretty great.  And after watching his movies, you can tell he is also a photographer, right?  Right.  I'm tired.  It's late.  I need to go to bed.

See both, if you haven't already.

Hello 2011

I'm so glad 2010 is in my rearview mirror.  Not to say I didn't enjoy it, on the contrary, as it contains some of the best moments of my life.  I'm just ready for the new.  What goals will this year hold?  Well, it's not exhaustive, but certainly hopeful....

I'm saving most of my free time for only people I like or just myself.  It seems selfish, but I don't think I can fake a smile to combat the awkwardness anymore.  Small talk makes me internally cringe, especially with people possessing the emotional aptitudes of 3 year olds.  I'm drawn to the genuine, kind, and purposeful.  Hopefully, simultaneously avoiding the fakes out there.  I may not become popular, but at least forgo pandering at the masses.  Life is too valuable, why would I want to dilute it?  Certain people attempt to convince and conjure up all kinds of nonsense not worth acknowledging.  Sift through the noise, and maybe begin to hear truth again.

Secondly, I want to ... hmmm.  Don't know yet.  I think I will start with just the first goal.  It seems heavy already, as everything is easier said than done,  and I am such a creature of habit.

Humdrum Town

Like this vibe and her dress.