Yes, unfortunately… By this time, I’m sure everyone has heard of (if not already seen) the film adaptation of the musical Les Miserables, starring Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway and a host of other (talented) actors. Les Miserables – the musical and movie of the musical, is an adaptation of Victor Hugo’s gargantuan novel of the same name. The … Continue reading »
To prepare ourselves for Paris, we decided to watch as many French movies as we could in the span of 2 weeks. I don’t know much about French films so I googled “Best French Films” and got a hundred hits – or a million more like. There were lists of the Best French Films of all … Continue reading »
It is a truth universally acknowledged that any girl obsessed with Pride and Prejudice is equally obsessed with Mr. Darcy and would gladly trade places with Elizabeth Bennet. Well, that’s exactly the premise of Lost in Austen, a 4-part British mini-series which aired in 2008. Set in modern-day England, it is the story of Amanda … Continue reading »
Finally, a good movie in 2010. Inception is probably the best movie I’ve seen all year, which really isn’t saying much, considering all the movies which have come out so far. Very few are even worth mentioning. Inception is the kind of movie which will determine whether you are an optimist or a pessimist. Me, I’d … Continue reading »
Another weekend has come and gone; uneventful as usual. A wonderful end to the 2010 World Cup in South Africa on Sunday with Spain beating Holland, 1-0. Once again, Paul the octopus has chosen the winning team! Maybe Spain should make him an honorary Spaniard. Finally saw The Last Airbender last night and, what can … Continue reading »
