Anne here, and today I'm talking about going to the movies. Some people I know have a regular movie-going habit — they go once a fortnight, or once a month or even every week. Not me. Movies tend to fly past my awareness like lightning — by the time I realize I want to see a movie, it's usually no longer in the cinemas. 
I know I can watch movies at home — and I do — but there's something special about sitting in a big darkened cinema, an anonymous person in a crowd of strangers, watching a movie. There's something about a shared experience — a comedy is better if you're in a group of people all laughing fit to cry. And that mass gasp in a scary movie when something dire happens. Emotion can be catching. I remember the end of a tear-jerker, and the lights came up and everyone was sniffling and wiping their eyes, and smiling sheepishly at each other — because it was a good cry, if you know what I mean.
That sharing of emotion doesn't always happen. One time, years ago, a friend and I skipped school to watch Monty Python's The Life of Brian. The place was almost empty — there was a group of old ladies — and us. We were the only young things in the audience. There was a short film before the main feature — a spoof of a travelogue, narrated by John Cleese, whose voice we instantly recognized.
The extravagantly clichéd sentences got longer and longer and sillier and sillier, and the two of us kept laughing. One of the old ladies turned around and snapped "If you two can't stop giggling, go outside. You're ruining the film for other people." Three seonds later, John Cleese said the famous line, "and gondolas, more f****ing gondolas." And we two almost burst trying not to laugh.
Another time I was with friends in a cinema somewhere in a small town in Bulgaria, watching the Godfather part 2. I hadn't seen Part 1 — it's not my kind of film — but this was an outing for my birthday. For some reason almost the entire audience was male — we three were almost the only females there. The film was in English with Bulgarian subtitles, and the four of us (with one husband) were the only English speakers in the audience.
There are some funny lines in the movie and of course we four would laugh, and a hundred heads would turn to stare (and frown) at us, then a few seconds later the rest of the audience would finish reading the subtitles and a big boom of masculine laughter would follow. It was weird and funny and quite an experience.
In the last few years I've become more organized about keeping up to date with movies and seeing them while they're still showing at the cinema (gasp!) Some writer friends and I have formed a little film group, and we meet to watch a movie and have dinner and discuss it afterward.
We take it in turns to choose the movie, and that has resulted in each of us being introduced to movies we otherwise might not see. Also, a local movie chain has annual "festivals" of various foreign-language films — French, German, Italian, Chinese, and so on, which has expanded our film experience greatly. This French film, for instance, we all loved to bits. Watch the trailer here.
So what have I seen recently?
Downton Abbey (the film) — most enjoyable, though I found some of it a bit far-fetched and silly. I mean, all the toffs putting chairs out in the rain instead of sending the servants to do it? And … well, no spoilers.
Knives Out. To illustrate how out of touch I can get with movies, not having read up on the film, I had vaguely braced myself for violence and possibly gang warfare. LOL.
It's a classic whodunnit crime movie reminiscent of Agatha Christie, but modern, tongue-in-cheek, fun —and clever. And with a star-studded cast. It was a little disconcerting at first to hear Daniel Craig talking with a southern accent, but I got used to it quickly enough, and he (and the others) were obviously having a lot of fun. Most enjoyable.
JoJo Rabbit – When I saw the trailer of this, I wasn't enamored of the idea of a small boy whose imaginary friend was Hitler. It seemed in poor taste, somehow. But I got talked into seeing it and it was wonderful — rather an emotional roller coaster, that ended with a bit of a smile. And somehow the cartoonish Hitler character served to underline the horrors of Nazism. Highly recommended. 
Oh, and it's not a film, but I also saw the stage production of Come From Away, which was brilliant. I missed seeing it in New York when I was there last year, and Pat and Mary Jo both saw it and loved it, so when it came to Melbourne, I had to see it. If you get the chance to see it, go. Fast paced, energetic, emotional and feel-good.
So, do you have a film-going habit? What films (or plays) have you seen lately? What are you planning to see?
I’m not a film goer, so I can’t talk of movies I’ve seen.
But I HAVE had a dead theater experience I will never forget. My younger daughter and some of her friends gave Bob and me tickets to Le Cage a Folles as an anniversary present. It was appearing at one on the largest theaters on Broadway. The play is truly full of funny moments and the cast was wonderful. And they worked harder and harder as the play went on. I believe about five people sitting in 3 different locations laughed (Bobn and I were two of them). I will never forget the brillance of the cast and the deadening effect of the inert audience.
I’m not a film goer, so I can’t talk of movies I’ve seen.
But I HAVE had a dead theater experience I will never forget. My younger daughter and some of her friends gave Bob and me tickets to Le Cage a Folles as an anniversary present. It was appearing at one on the largest theaters on Broadway. The play is truly full of funny moments and the cast was wonderful. And they worked harder and harder as the play went on. I believe about five people sitting in 3 different locations laughed (Bobn and I were two of them). I will never forget the brillance of the cast and the deadening effect of the inert audience.
I’m not a film goer, so I can’t talk of movies I’ve seen.
But I HAVE had a dead theater experience I will never forget. My younger daughter and some of her friends gave Bob and me tickets to Le Cage a Folles as an anniversary present. It was appearing at one on the largest theaters on Broadway. The play is truly full of funny moments and the cast was wonderful. And they worked harder and harder as the play went on. I believe about five people sitting in 3 different locations laughed (Bobn and I were two of them). I will never forget the brillance of the cast and the deadening effect of the inert audience.
I’m not a film goer, so I can’t talk of movies I’ve seen.
But I HAVE had a dead theater experience I will never forget. My younger daughter and some of her friends gave Bob and me tickets to Le Cage a Folles as an anniversary present. It was appearing at one on the largest theaters on Broadway. The play is truly full of funny moments and the cast was wonderful. And they worked harder and harder as the play went on. I believe about five people sitting in 3 different locations laughed (Bobn and I were two of them). I will never forget the brillance of the cast and the deadening effect of the inert audience.
I’m not a film goer, so I can’t talk of movies I’ve seen.
But I HAVE had a dead theater experience I will never forget. My younger daughter and some of her friends gave Bob and me tickets to Le Cage a Folles as an anniversary present. It was appearing at one on the largest theaters on Broadway. The play is truly full of funny moments and the cast was wonderful. And they worked harder and harder as the play went on. I believe about five people sitting in 3 different locations laughed (Bobn and I were two of them). I will never forget the brillance of the cast and the deadening effect of the inert audience.
I used to be a movie buff. Had a type of ‘season card’ because I went a couple of times a week after work and it worked out cheaper. Now retired, don’t go at all. Do watch the occasional DVD, the last one being ‘Three Billboards.’ I’m a fan of the main character in the film, Frances McDorman (married to one of the Coen brothers).
Three Billboards is a poignant story which I still think about and can highly recommend.
I used to be a movie buff. Had a type of ‘season card’ because I went a couple of times a week after work and it worked out cheaper. Now retired, don’t go at all. Do watch the occasional DVD, the last one being ‘Three Billboards.’ I’m a fan of the main character in the film, Frances McDorman (married to one of the Coen brothers).
Three Billboards is a poignant story which I still think about and can highly recommend.
I used to be a movie buff. Had a type of ‘season card’ because I went a couple of times a week after work and it worked out cheaper. Now retired, don’t go at all. Do watch the occasional DVD, the last one being ‘Three Billboards.’ I’m a fan of the main character in the film, Frances McDorman (married to one of the Coen brothers).
Three Billboards is a poignant story which I still think about and can highly recommend.
I used to be a movie buff. Had a type of ‘season card’ because I went a couple of times a week after work and it worked out cheaper. Now retired, don’t go at all. Do watch the occasional DVD, the last one being ‘Three Billboards.’ I’m a fan of the main character in the film, Frances McDorman (married to one of the Coen brothers).
Three Billboards is a poignant story which I still think about and can highly recommend.
I used to be a movie buff. Had a type of ‘season card’ because I went a couple of times a week after work and it worked out cheaper. Now retired, don’t go at all. Do watch the occasional DVD, the last one being ‘Three Billboards.’ I’m a fan of the main character in the film, Frances McDorman (married to one of the Coen brothers).
Three Billboards is a poignant story which I still think about and can highly recommend.
I think the last movie I went to was 300 and I went alone (hubs is very uncomfortable in the chairs.) The theater was packed but only three or four, including me, were women. It was a fabulous movie in iMax and the experience was wonderful. The audience, because the movie was so testosterone laden, was completely involved.
I take that back. I did see Titanic in 3D at the Henry Ford. I dragged hubs to walk through the exhibit, which was amazing and then we watched the movie in the iMax theater. Though the 3D rendering was more subtle than if it had been filmed that way to begin with, it was such an immersive experience for me. And while I didn’t see the movie at a theater when it originally came out, other people there said how much of a difference it was this time around.
I think the last movie I went to was 300 and I went alone (hubs is very uncomfortable in the chairs.) The theater was packed but only three or four, including me, were women. It was a fabulous movie in iMax and the experience was wonderful. The audience, because the movie was so testosterone laden, was completely involved.
I take that back. I did see Titanic in 3D at the Henry Ford. I dragged hubs to walk through the exhibit, which was amazing and then we watched the movie in the iMax theater. Though the 3D rendering was more subtle than if it had been filmed that way to begin with, it was such an immersive experience for me. And while I didn’t see the movie at a theater when it originally came out, other people there said how much of a difference it was this time around.
I think the last movie I went to was 300 and I went alone (hubs is very uncomfortable in the chairs.) The theater was packed but only three or four, including me, were women. It was a fabulous movie in iMax and the experience was wonderful. The audience, because the movie was so testosterone laden, was completely involved.
I take that back. I did see Titanic in 3D at the Henry Ford. I dragged hubs to walk through the exhibit, which was amazing and then we watched the movie in the iMax theater. Though the 3D rendering was more subtle than if it had been filmed that way to begin with, it was such an immersive experience for me. And while I didn’t see the movie at a theater when it originally came out, other people there said how much of a difference it was this time around.
I think the last movie I went to was 300 and I went alone (hubs is very uncomfortable in the chairs.) The theater was packed but only three or four, including me, were women. It was a fabulous movie in iMax and the experience was wonderful. The audience, because the movie was so testosterone laden, was completely involved.
I take that back. I did see Titanic in 3D at the Henry Ford. I dragged hubs to walk through the exhibit, which was amazing and then we watched the movie in the iMax theater. Though the 3D rendering was more subtle than if it had been filmed that way to begin with, it was such an immersive experience for me. And while I didn’t see the movie at a theater when it originally came out, other people there said how much of a difference it was this time around.
I think the last movie I went to was 300 and I went alone (hubs is very uncomfortable in the chairs.) The theater was packed but only three or four, including me, were women. It was a fabulous movie in iMax and the experience was wonderful. The audience, because the movie was so testosterone laden, was completely involved.
I take that back. I did see Titanic in 3D at the Henry Ford. I dragged hubs to walk through the exhibit, which was amazing and then we watched the movie in the iMax theater. Though the 3D rendering was more subtle than if it had been filmed that way to begin with, it was such an immersive experience for me. And while I didn’t see the movie at a theater when it originally came out, other people there said how much of a difference it was this time around.
I’m hoping to see 1917 this weekend, but of other current movies, I really enjoyed Little Women and the Harriet Tubman movie. The Big Liar with Helen Mirren and Ian McKellen was absolutely brilliant and didn’t get nearly enough acclaim. I often plan on going to one movie or another and then somehow don’t get there, which is unfortunate, because whenever I try to watch a movie at home, I promptly fall asleep.
I’m hoping to see 1917 this weekend, but of other current movies, I really enjoyed Little Women and the Harriet Tubman movie. The Big Liar with Helen Mirren and Ian McKellen was absolutely brilliant and didn’t get nearly enough acclaim. I often plan on going to one movie or another and then somehow don’t get there, which is unfortunate, because whenever I try to watch a movie at home, I promptly fall asleep.
I’m hoping to see 1917 this weekend, but of other current movies, I really enjoyed Little Women and the Harriet Tubman movie. The Big Liar with Helen Mirren and Ian McKellen was absolutely brilliant and didn’t get nearly enough acclaim. I often plan on going to one movie or another and then somehow don’t get there, which is unfortunate, because whenever I try to watch a movie at home, I promptly fall asleep.
I’m hoping to see 1917 this weekend, but of other current movies, I really enjoyed Little Women and the Harriet Tubman movie. The Big Liar with Helen Mirren and Ian McKellen was absolutely brilliant and didn’t get nearly enough acclaim. I often plan on going to one movie or another and then somehow don’t get there, which is unfortunate, because whenever I try to watch a movie at home, I promptly fall asleep.
I’m hoping to see 1917 this weekend, but of other current movies, I really enjoyed Little Women and the Harriet Tubman movie. The Big Liar with Helen Mirren and Ian McKellen was absolutely brilliant and didn’t get nearly enough acclaim. I often plan on going to one movie or another and then somehow don’t get there, which is unfortunate, because whenever I try to watch a movie at home, I promptly fall asleep.
My husband and I go to the movies fairly frequently on Tuesdays. That is senior discount day. We saw 1917 this week. Really want to see Little Women.
My husband and I go to the movies fairly frequently on Tuesdays. That is senior discount day. We saw 1917 this week. Really want to see Little Women.
My husband and I go to the movies fairly frequently on Tuesdays. That is senior discount day. We saw 1917 this week. Really want to see Little Women.
My husband and I go to the movies fairly frequently on Tuesdays. That is senior discount day. We saw 1917 this week. Really want to see Little Women.
My husband and I go to the movies fairly frequently on Tuesdays. That is senior discount day. We saw 1917 this week. Really want to see Little Women.
I see far fewer movies in theaters than I used to do, as my husband works in video and we have a ceiling mount projector that shows a 10-ft diagonal picture. So we usually wait for movies to come out on dvd. But we have “rules”: anything scenic (Lord of the Rings); very dark (in lighting, not in theme); or historic (1917), we go see in the local multiplex. It is a totally different experience in a cinema, but each has its positives – being at a movie where everyone stands up and applauds at the end is thrilling, but I can’t do that in my PJ’s and cozy slippers!
Recent loves: Knives Out, Little Women, Hustlers
I see far fewer movies in theaters than I used to do, as my husband works in video and we have a ceiling mount projector that shows a 10-ft diagonal picture. So we usually wait for movies to come out on dvd. But we have “rules”: anything scenic (Lord of the Rings); very dark (in lighting, not in theme); or historic (1917), we go see in the local multiplex. It is a totally different experience in a cinema, but each has its positives – being at a movie where everyone stands up and applauds at the end is thrilling, but I can’t do that in my PJ’s and cozy slippers!
Recent loves: Knives Out, Little Women, Hustlers
I see far fewer movies in theaters than I used to do, as my husband works in video and we have a ceiling mount projector that shows a 10-ft diagonal picture. So we usually wait for movies to come out on dvd. But we have “rules”: anything scenic (Lord of the Rings); very dark (in lighting, not in theme); or historic (1917), we go see in the local multiplex. It is a totally different experience in a cinema, but each has its positives – being at a movie where everyone stands up and applauds at the end is thrilling, but I can’t do that in my PJ’s and cozy slippers!
Recent loves: Knives Out, Little Women, Hustlers
I see far fewer movies in theaters than I used to do, as my husband works in video and we have a ceiling mount projector that shows a 10-ft diagonal picture. So we usually wait for movies to come out on dvd. But we have “rules”: anything scenic (Lord of the Rings); very dark (in lighting, not in theme); or historic (1917), we go see in the local multiplex. It is a totally different experience in a cinema, but each has its positives – being at a movie where everyone stands up and applauds at the end is thrilling, but I can’t do that in my PJ’s and cozy slippers!
Recent loves: Knives Out, Little Women, Hustlers
I see far fewer movies in theaters than I used to do, as my husband works in video and we have a ceiling mount projector that shows a 10-ft diagonal picture. So we usually wait for movies to come out on dvd. But we have “rules”: anything scenic (Lord of the Rings); very dark (in lighting, not in theme); or historic (1917), we go see in the local multiplex. It is a totally different experience in a cinema, but each has its positives – being at a movie where everyone stands up and applauds at the end is thrilling, but I can’t do that in my PJ’s and cozy slippers!
Recent loves: Knives Out, Little Women, Hustlers
We have a 115 year old restored movie theatre in our small rural community that seats 100 people, an intimate experience. The annual film festival will feature both JoJo Rabbit and Knives Out in the coming weeks, I’m looking forward to attending (barring snow). We are fortunate to have this resource, I just wish more people took advantage of it. Rarely is the house 1/2 full for the film festival, first run movies may get better attendance.
We have a 115 year old restored movie theatre in our small rural community that seats 100 people, an intimate experience. The annual film festival will feature both JoJo Rabbit and Knives Out in the coming weeks, I’m looking forward to attending (barring snow). We are fortunate to have this resource, I just wish more people took advantage of it. Rarely is the house 1/2 full for the film festival, first run movies may get better attendance.
We have a 115 year old restored movie theatre in our small rural community that seats 100 people, an intimate experience. The annual film festival will feature both JoJo Rabbit and Knives Out in the coming weeks, I’m looking forward to attending (barring snow). We are fortunate to have this resource, I just wish more people took advantage of it. Rarely is the house 1/2 full for the film festival, first run movies may get better attendance.
We have a 115 year old restored movie theatre in our small rural community that seats 100 people, an intimate experience. The annual film festival will feature both JoJo Rabbit and Knives Out in the coming weeks, I’m looking forward to attending (barring snow). We are fortunate to have this resource, I just wish more people took advantage of it. Rarely is the house 1/2 full for the film festival, first run movies may get better attendance.
We have a 115 year old restored movie theatre in our small rural community that seats 100 people, an intimate experience. The annual film festival will feature both JoJo Rabbit and Knives Out in the coming weeks, I’m looking forward to attending (barring snow). We are fortunate to have this resource, I just wish more people took advantage of it. Rarely is the house 1/2 full for the film festival, first run movies may get better attendance.
I love movies. As a child, I was blessed to live near a theater. In the summer, I could go 3 times a week when the film changed.
You are right, Anne, there is nothing like sitting in a darkened theater and sharing the experiences with the rest of the audience.
When my son lived in the same state as I do, on Christmas Day we always went to see a film. He lives a few states away now so that has ended.
I have not seen a film at a theater in quite some time.
But, funny you should mention Come From Away. I have a Canadian friend who has seen it twice and has been telling me I must see it.
It is coming to Austin next month and a friend and I have reservations. I look forward to it.
Thanks for the preview of the French film…it looks charming.
I love movies. As a child, I was blessed to live near a theater. In the summer, I could go 3 times a week when the film changed.
You are right, Anne, there is nothing like sitting in a darkened theater and sharing the experiences with the rest of the audience.
When my son lived in the same state as I do, on Christmas Day we always went to see a film. He lives a few states away now so that has ended.
I have not seen a film at a theater in quite some time.
But, funny you should mention Come From Away. I have a Canadian friend who has seen it twice and has been telling me I must see it.
It is coming to Austin next month and a friend and I have reservations. I look forward to it.
Thanks for the preview of the French film…it looks charming.
I love movies. As a child, I was blessed to live near a theater. In the summer, I could go 3 times a week when the film changed.
You are right, Anne, there is nothing like sitting in a darkened theater and sharing the experiences with the rest of the audience.
When my son lived in the same state as I do, on Christmas Day we always went to see a film. He lives a few states away now so that has ended.
I have not seen a film at a theater in quite some time.
But, funny you should mention Come From Away. I have a Canadian friend who has seen it twice and has been telling me I must see it.
It is coming to Austin next month and a friend and I have reservations. I look forward to it.
Thanks for the preview of the French film…it looks charming.
I love movies. As a child, I was blessed to live near a theater. In the summer, I could go 3 times a week when the film changed.
You are right, Anne, there is nothing like sitting in a darkened theater and sharing the experiences with the rest of the audience.
When my son lived in the same state as I do, on Christmas Day we always went to see a film. He lives a few states away now so that has ended.
I have not seen a film at a theater in quite some time.
But, funny you should mention Come From Away. I have a Canadian friend who has seen it twice and has been telling me I must see it.
It is coming to Austin next month and a friend and I have reservations. I look forward to it.
Thanks for the preview of the French film…it looks charming.
I love movies. As a child, I was blessed to live near a theater. In the summer, I could go 3 times a week when the film changed.
You are right, Anne, there is nothing like sitting in a darkened theater and sharing the experiences with the rest of the audience.
When my son lived in the same state as I do, on Christmas Day we always went to see a film. He lives a few states away now so that has ended.
I have not seen a film at a theater in quite some time.
But, funny you should mention Come From Away. I have a Canadian friend who has seen it twice and has been telling me I must see it.
It is coming to Austin next month and a friend and I have reservations. I look forward to it.
Thanks for the preview of the French film…it looks charming.
Sue, that must have been extraordinary. La Cage Aux Folles is a wonderful play (also several movies) and I cannot understand how people could watch it without responding. Though I suppose it could be an awkward topic for some. I’ve never seen it live, but I saw the French movie before the English one was made and it was superb. Better than the English version, I think, as is so often the case with remakes.
Sue, that must have been extraordinary. La Cage Aux Folles is a wonderful play (also several movies) and I cannot understand how people could watch it without responding. Though I suppose it could be an awkward topic for some. I’ve never seen it live, but I saw the French movie before the English one was made and it was superb. Better than the English version, I think, as is so often the case with remakes.
Sue, that must have been extraordinary. La Cage Aux Folles is a wonderful play (also several movies) and I cannot understand how people could watch it without responding. Though I suppose it could be an awkward topic for some. I’ve never seen it live, but I saw the French movie before the English one was made and it was superb. Better than the English version, I think, as is so often the case with remakes.
Sue, that must have been extraordinary. La Cage Aux Folles is a wonderful play (also several movies) and I cannot understand how people could watch it without responding. Though I suppose it could be an awkward topic for some. I’ve never seen it live, but I saw the French movie before the English one was made and it was superb. Better than the English version, I think, as is so often the case with remakes.
Sue, that must have been extraordinary. La Cage Aux Folles is a wonderful play (also several movies) and I cannot understand how people could watch it without responding. Though I suppose it could be an awkward topic for some. I’ve never seen it live, but I saw the French movie before the English one was made and it was superb. Better than the English version, I think, as is so often the case with remakes.
Suzy yes, Three Billboards was a movie that still haunts me. I’m very bad at remembering titles and movies, but that one is still vivid in my memory.
Suzy yes, Three Billboards was a movie that still haunts me. I’m very bad at remembering titles and movies, but that one is still vivid in my memory.
Suzy yes, Three Billboards was a movie that still haunts me. I’m very bad at remembering titles and movies, but that one is still vivid in my memory.
Suzy yes, Three Billboards was a movie that still haunts me. I’m very bad at remembering titles and movies, but that one is still vivid in my memory.
Suzy yes, Three Billboards was a movie that still haunts me. I’m very bad at remembering titles and movies, but that one is still vivid in my memory.
Theo, it sounds great. I’ve never been to an iMax — though we have one not far from me. My only experience of 3D movies was when I had to wear those cardboard glasses. I recall I ducked a lot.
But you’ve inspired me. I might put it to my little film group to see something at the iMax.
Theo, it sounds great. I’ve never been to an iMax — though we have one not far from me. My only experience of 3D movies was when I had to wear those cardboard glasses. I recall I ducked a lot.
But you’ve inspired me. I might put it to my little film group to see something at the iMax.
Theo, it sounds great. I’ve never been to an iMax — though we have one not far from me. My only experience of 3D movies was when I had to wear those cardboard glasses. I recall I ducked a lot.
But you’ve inspired me. I might put it to my little film group to see something at the iMax.
Theo, it sounds great. I’ve never been to an iMax — though we have one not far from me. My only experience of 3D movies was when I had to wear those cardboard glasses. I recall I ducked a lot.
But you’ve inspired me. I might put it to my little film group to see something at the iMax.
Theo, it sounds great. I’ve never been to an iMax — though we have one not far from me. My only experience of 3D movies was when I had to wear those cardboard glasses. I recall I ducked a lot.
But you’ve inspired me. I might put it to my little film group to see something at the iMax.
Margaret, Little Women and The Big Liar are on my list. I was never a big reader of the Little Women books when I was a kid — I only read the first book and not the subsequent ones — so I don’t have the attachment to it that many people do. But I do want to see it.
I think movies, more than books are a kind of social currency, and help bond people by offering shared experiences.
Margaret, Little Women and The Big Liar are on my list. I was never a big reader of the Little Women books when I was a kid — I only read the first book and not the subsequent ones — so I don’t have the attachment to it that many people do. But I do want to see it.
I think movies, more than books are a kind of social currency, and help bond people by offering shared experiences.
Margaret, Little Women and The Big Liar are on my list. I was never a big reader of the Little Women books when I was a kid — I only read the first book and not the subsequent ones — so I don’t have the attachment to it that many people do. But I do want to see it.
I think movies, more than books are a kind of social currency, and help bond people by offering shared experiences.
Margaret, Little Women and The Big Liar are on my list. I was never a big reader of the Little Women books when I was a kid — I only read the first book and not the subsequent ones — so I don’t have the attachment to it that many people do. But I do want to see it.
I think movies, more than books are a kind of social currency, and help bond people by offering shared experiences.
Margaret, Little Women and The Big Liar are on my list. I was never a big reader of the Little Women books when I was a kid — I only read the first book and not the subsequent ones — so I don’t have the attachment to it that many people do. But I do want to see it.
I think movies, more than books are a kind of social currency, and help bond people by offering shared experiences.
Cheryl, 1917 is on the list of possibles, but I’m a little bit worried that it’s going to be gut-wrenching. I’m a total wimp that way.
Cheryl, 1917 is on the list of possibles, but I’m a little bit worried that it’s going to be gut-wrenching. I’m a total wimp that way.
Cheryl, 1917 is on the list of possibles, but I’m a little bit worried that it’s going to be gut-wrenching. I’m a total wimp that way.
Cheryl, 1917 is on the list of possibles, but I’m a little bit worried that it’s going to be gut-wrenching. I’m a total wimp that way.
Cheryl, 1917 is on the list of possibles, but I’m a little bit worried that it’s going to be gut-wrenching. I’m a total wimp that way.
Hello Anne, I’ve seen a few movies lately, I randomly go with family or friends when someone wants to see something, or spontaneously whizz up to the cinema if I’ve suddenly got a spare afternoon. It’s always a luxuriously special experience for me, I’ve always loved it and I think I always will. I enjoy taking the grandchildren to see kid’s movies as well, love watching them laugh or cuddle up in the slightly scary bits. I tend to be an easy movie critic, I enjoy most things I see if I’m honest, from Downton Abbey to Star Wars to Knives Out to Jumanji to Little Women to 1917…etc! Two of the films I enjoyed the most this year were Top End Wedding, just deliciously Aussie and lovely and romantic, we all walked out smiling, and The Public, about a ‘situation’ in a public library that got astonishingly and movingly out of control. I highly recommend it, it truly appealed to my social worker heart. I received movie money as a gift this Christmas, so welcome, some of it already spent (!), and I look forward to using the rest. That French film looks delicious, BTW, might hunt it down! (It will probably come as no surprise that I also love watching DVDs and a bit of television in general. But reading comes first!)
Hello Anne, I’ve seen a few movies lately, I randomly go with family or friends when someone wants to see something, or spontaneously whizz up to the cinema if I’ve suddenly got a spare afternoon. It’s always a luxuriously special experience for me, I’ve always loved it and I think I always will. I enjoy taking the grandchildren to see kid’s movies as well, love watching them laugh or cuddle up in the slightly scary bits. I tend to be an easy movie critic, I enjoy most things I see if I’m honest, from Downton Abbey to Star Wars to Knives Out to Jumanji to Little Women to 1917…etc! Two of the films I enjoyed the most this year were Top End Wedding, just deliciously Aussie and lovely and romantic, we all walked out smiling, and The Public, about a ‘situation’ in a public library that got astonishingly and movingly out of control. I highly recommend it, it truly appealed to my social worker heart. I received movie money as a gift this Christmas, so welcome, some of it already spent (!), and I look forward to using the rest. That French film looks delicious, BTW, might hunt it down! (It will probably come as no surprise that I also love watching DVDs and a bit of television in general. But reading comes first!)
Hello Anne, I’ve seen a few movies lately, I randomly go with family or friends when someone wants to see something, or spontaneously whizz up to the cinema if I’ve suddenly got a spare afternoon. It’s always a luxuriously special experience for me, I’ve always loved it and I think I always will. I enjoy taking the grandchildren to see kid’s movies as well, love watching them laugh or cuddle up in the slightly scary bits. I tend to be an easy movie critic, I enjoy most things I see if I’m honest, from Downton Abbey to Star Wars to Knives Out to Jumanji to Little Women to 1917…etc! Two of the films I enjoyed the most this year were Top End Wedding, just deliciously Aussie and lovely and romantic, we all walked out smiling, and The Public, about a ‘situation’ in a public library that got astonishingly and movingly out of control. I highly recommend it, it truly appealed to my social worker heart. I received movie money as a gift this Christmas, so welcome, some of it already spent (!), and I look forward to using the rest. That French film looks delicious, BTW, might hunt it down! (It will probably come as no surprise that I also love watching DVDs and a bit of television in general. But reading comes first!)
Hello Anne, I’ve seen a few movies lately, I randomly go with family or friends when someone wants to see something, or spontaneously whizz up to the cinema if I’ve suddenly got a spare afternoon. It’s always a luxuriously special experience for me, I’ve always loved it and I think I always will. I enjoy taking the grandchildren to see kid’s movies as well, love watching them laugh or cuddle up in the slightly scary bits. I tend to be an easy movie critic, I enjoy most things I see if I’m honest, from Downton Abbey to Star Wars to Knives Out to Jumanji to Little Women to 1917…etc! Two of the films I enjoyed the most this year were Top End Wedding, just deliciously Aussie and lovely and romantic, we all walked out smiling, and The Public, about a ‘situation’ in a public library that got astonishingly and movingly out of control. I highly recommend it, it truly appealed to my social worker heart. I received movie money as a gift this Christmas, so welcome, some of it already spent (!), and I look forward to using the rest. That French film looks delicious, BTW, might hunt it down! (It will probably come as no surprise that I also love watching DVDs and a bit of television in general. But reading comes first!)
Hello Anne, I’ve seen a few movies lately, I randomly go with family or friends when someone wants to see something, or spontaneously whizz up to the cinema if I’ve suddenly got a spare afternoon. It’s always a luxuriously special experience for me, I’ve always loved it and I think I always will. I enjoy taking the grandchildren to see kid’s movies as well, love watching them laugh or cuddle up in the slightly scary bits. I tend to be an easy movie critic, I enjoy most things I see if I’m honest, from Downton Abbey to Star Wars to Knives Out to Jumanji to Little Women to 1917…etc! Two of the films I enjoyed the most this year were Top End Wedding, just deliciously Aussie and lovely and romantic, we all walked out smiling, and The Public, about a ‘situation’ in a public library that got astonishingly and movingly out of control. I highly recommend it, it truly appealed to my social worker heart. I received movie money as a gift this Christmas, so welcome, some of it already spent (!), and I look forward to using the rest. That French film looks delicious, BTW, might hunt it down! (It will probably come as no surprise that I also love watching DVDs and a bit of television in general. But reading comes first!)
How interesting, Constance. A friend has been urging me to get a projector thingy like yours to watch TV and movies on. When I get my renovations done, of course. I’m unconvinced. Knives out was fun, wasn’t it? I’ll check out Hustlers — don’t think I’ve even seen a trailer. Then again, I might have missed it. Sometimes movies are released in Australia first, as a test run to gauge audience reaction, before mass release in the USA. So by the time friends in the US are talking about a film, it’s finished here.
I don’t think I give nearly as much attention to movies if I watch them at home. Not only am I wearing PJs and slippers, I always feel as though I need to be doing something — threading beads for a necklace, or sewing or some kind of handicraft. My mother and godmother were the same — always doing something productive while watching TV, and I’ve obviously caught the bug.
How interesting, Constance. A friend has been urging me to get a projector thingy like yours to watch TV and movies on. When I get my renovations done, of course. I’m unconvinced. Knives out was fun, wasn’t it? I’ll check out Hustlers — don’t think I’ve even seen a trailer. Then again, I might have missed it. Sometimes movies are released in Australia first, as a test run to gauge audience reaction, before mass release in the USA. So by the time friends in the US are talking about a film, it’s finished here.
I don’t think I give nearly as much attention to movies if I watch them at home. Not only am I wearing PJs and slippers, I always feel as though I need to be doing something — threading beads for a necklace, or sewing or some kind of handicraft. My mother and godmother were the same — always doing something productive while watching TV, and I’ve obviously caught the bug.
How interesting, Constance. A friend has been urging me to get a projector thingy like yours to watch TV and movies on. When I get my renovations done, of course. I’m unconvinced. Knives out was fun, wasn’t it? I’ll check out Hustlers — don’t think I’ve even seen a trailer. Then again, I might have missed it. Sometimes movies are released in Australia first, as a test run to gauge audience reaction, before mass release in the USA. So by the time friends in the US are talking about a film, it’s finished here.
I don’t think I give nearly as much attention to movies if I watch them at home. Not only am I wearing PJs and slippers, I always feel as though I need to be doing something — threading beads for a necklace, or sewing or some kind of handicraft. My mother and godmother were the same — always doing something productive while watching TV, and I’ve obviously caught the bug.
How interesting, Constance. A friend has been urging me to get a projector thingy like yours to watch TV and movies on. When I get my renovations done, of course. I’m unconvinced. Knives out was fun, wasn’t it? I’ll check out Hustlers — don’t think I’ve even seen a trailer. Then again, I might have missed it. Sometimes movies are released in Australia first, as a test run to gauge audience reaction, before mass release in the USA. So by the time friends in the US are talking about a film, it’s finished here.
I don’t think I give nearly as much attention to movies if I watch them at home. Not only am I wearing PJs and slippers, I always feel as though I need to be doing something — threading beads for a necklace, or sewing or some kind of handicraft. My mother and godmother were the same — always doing something productive while watching TV, and I’ve obviously caught the bug.
How interesting, Constance. A friend has been urging me to get a projector thingy like yours to watch TV and movies on. When I get my renovations done, of course. I’m unconvinced. Knives out was fun, wasn’t it? I’ll check out Hustlers — don’t think I’ve even seen a trailer. Then again, I might have missed it. Sometimes movies are released in Australia first, as a test run to gauge audience reaction, before mass release in the USA. So by the time friends in the US are talking about a film, it’s finished here.
I don’t think I give nearly as much attention to movies if I watch them at home. Not only am I wearing PJs and slippers, I always feel as though I need to be doing something — threading beads for a necklace, or sewing or some kind of handicraft. My mother and godmother were the same — always doing something productive while watching TV, and I’ve obviously caught the bug.
Denise, I love old theatres and cinemas. My local one is a lovely old building from the 1920’s, with gorgeous art-deco interiors. It’s had several make-overs, but each time they’ve worked hard to keep it just as beautiful. The latest renovation broke the one big auditorium into a number of smaller cinemas — I think there are 5, but I could be wrong. And somehow, they’ve kept the ornate ceilings etc intact. The chairs are comfy and with several films on offer at any one time, they get the audiences.
Denise, I love old theatres and cinemas. My local one is a lovely old building from the 1920’s, with gorgeous art-deco interiors. It’s had several make-overs, but each time they’ve worked hard to keep it just as beautiful. The latest renovation broke the one big auditorium into a number of smaller cinemas — I think there are 5, but I could be wrong. And somehow, they’ve kept the ornate ceilings etc intact. The chairs are comfy and with several films on offer at any one time, they get the audiences.
Denise, I love old theatres and cinemas. My local one is a lovely old building from the 1920’s, with gorgeous art-deco interiors. It’s had several make-overs, but each time they’ve worked hard to keep it just as beautiful. The latest renovation broke the one big auditorium into a number of smaller cinemas — I think there are 5, but I could be wrong. And somehow, they’ve kept the ornate ceilings etc intact. The chairs are comfy and with several films on offer at any one time, they get the audiences.
Denise, I love old theatres and cinemas. My local one is a lovely old building from the 1920’s, with gorgeous art-deco interiors. It’s had several make-overs, but each time they’ve worked hard to keep it just as beautiful. The latest renovation broke the one big auditorium into a number of smaller cinemas — I think there are 5, but I could be wrong. And somehow, they’ve kept the ornate ceilings etc intact. The chairs are comfy and with several films on offer at any one time, they get the audiences.
Denise, I love old theatres and cinemas. My local one is a lovely old building from the 1920’s, with gorgeous art-deco interiors. It’s had several make-overs, but each time they’ve worked hard to keep it just as beautiful. The latest renovation broke the one big auditorium into a number of smaller cinemas — I think there are 5, but I could be wrong. And somehow, they’ve kept the ornate ceilings etc intact. The chairs are comfy and with several films on offer at any one time, they get the audiences.
Annette, when I was a kid, for a couple of years we lived in a country town that had a movie theatre within walking distance of my home, and I was allowed to go to the Saturday matinee by myself (with my friends.) They were amazing experiences — a huge old theatre filled with excited kids, munching sweets and popcorn and reacting loudly to everything on screen. Quite crazy in retrospect. No wonder I was allowed to go on my own — LOL. But they were magical times for a country kid.
How exciting to have Come From Away come to Austin. The Melbourne production is the only one in Australia — it was brought out here by the Victorian State Government, I believe. An unusual move, but a savvy one. A lot of people have flown in from all over Australia especially to see it. It was originally supposed to be on for a limited time, but the season has been extended and extended, and when I went, there was not a spare seat to be had. You’ll enjoy it, I’m sure.
Annette, when I was a kid, for a couple of years we lived in a country town that had a movie theatre within walking distance of my home, and I was allowed to go to the Saturday matinee by myself (with my friends.) They were amazing experiences — a huge old theatre filled with excited kids, munching sweets and popcorn and reacting loudly to everything on screen. Quite crazy in retrospect. No wonder I was allowed to go on my own — LOL. But they were magical times for a country kid.
How exciting to have Come From Away come to Austin. The Melbourne production is the only one in Australia — it was brought out here by the Victorian State Government, I believe. An unusual move, but a savvy one. A lot of people have flown in from all over Australia especially to see it. It was originally supposed to be on for a limited time, but the season has been extended and extended, and when I went, there was not a spare seat to be had. You’ll enjoy it, I’m sure.
Annette, when I was a kid, for a couple of years we lived in a country town that had a movie theatre within walking distance of my home, and I was allowed to go to the Saturday matinee by myself (with my friends.) They were amazing experiences — a huge old theatre filled with excited kids, munching sweets and popcorn and reacting loudly to everything on screen. Quite crazy in retrospect. No wonder I was allowed to go on my own — LOL. But they were magical times for a country kid.
How exciting to have Come From Away come to Austin. The Melbourne production is the only one in Australia — it was brought out here by the Victorian State Government, I believe. An unusual move, but a savvy one. A lot of people have flown in from all over Australia especially to see it. It was originally supposed to be on for a limited time, but the season has been extended and extended, and when I went, there was not a spare seat to be had. You’ll enjoy it, I’m sure.
Annette, when I was a kid, for a couple of years we lived in a country town that had a movie theatre within walking distance of my home, and I was allowed to go to the Saturday matinee by myself (with my friends.) They were amazing experiences — a huge old theatre filled with excited kids, munching sweets and popcorn and reacting loudly to everything on screen. Quite crazy in retrospect. No wonder I was allowed to go on my own — LOL. But they were magical times for a country kid.
How exciting to have Come From Away come to Austin. The Melbourne production is the only one in Australia — it was brought out here by the Victorian State Government, I believe. An unusual move, but a savvy one. A lot of people have flown in from all over Australia especially to see it. It was originally supposed to be on for a limited time, but the season has been extended and extended, and when I went, there was not a spare seat to be had. You’ll enjoy it, I’m sure.
Annette, when I was a kid, for a couple of years we lived in a country town that had a movie theatre within walking distance of my home, and I was allowed to go to the Saturday matinee by myself (with my friends.) They were amazing experiences — a huge old theatre filled with excited kids, munching sweets and popcorn and reacting loudly to everything on screen. Quite crazy in retrospect. No wonder I was allowed to go on my own — LOL. But they were magical times for a country kid.
How exciting to have Come From Away come to Austin. The Melbourne production is the only one in Australia — it was brought out here by the Victorian State Government, I believe. An unusual move, but a savvy one. A lot of people have flown in from all over Australia especially to see it. It was originally supposed to be on for a limited time, but the season has been extended and extended, and when I went, there was not a spare seat to be had. You’ll enjoy it, I’m sure.
Hi Malvina. Wow, you’re right up to date with so many movies. I have movie envy.
I loved Top End Wedding too. I kept staring at the male lead trying to work out where I knew his face from — and then it clicked. It was Midsomer Murders, where he’d played the junior officer for a while. But it was a lovely film.
Did you see The Sapphires, which was a gorgeous film written by Miranda Tapsell as well. It was about a group of aboriginal singers in WW2, and was the same lovely feel-good experience, while at the same time opening up an aspect of history I wasn’t aware of.
I haven’t heard of The Public — I’ll see if I can find it. It sounds wonderful. Thanks for all the recommendations.
Hi Malvina. Wow, you’re right up to date with so many movies. I have movie envy.
I loved Top End Wedding too. I kept staring at the male lead trying to work out where I knew his face from — and then it clicked. It was Midsomer Murders, where he’d played the junior officer for a while. But it was a lovely film.
Did you see The Sapphires, which was a gorgeous film written by Miranda Tapsell as well. It was about a group of aboriginal singers in WW2, and was the same lovely feel-good experience, while at the same time opening up an aspect of history I wasn’t aware of.
I haven’t heard of The Public — I’ll see if I can find it. It sounds wonderful. Thanks for all the recommendations.
Hi Malvina. Wow, you’re right up to date with so many movies. I have movie envy.
I loved Top End Wedding too. I kept staring at the male lead trying to work out where I knew his face from — and then it clicked. It was Midsomer Murders, where he’d played the junior officer for a while. But it was a lovely film.
Did you see The Sapphires, which was a gorgeous film written by Miranda Tapsell as well. It was about a group of aboriginal singers in WW2, and was the same lovely feel-good experience, while at the same time opening up an aspect of history I wasn’t aware of.
I haven’t heard of The Public — I’ll see if I can find it. It sounds wonderful. Thanks for all the recommendations.
Hi Malvina. Wow, you’re right up to date with so many movies. I have movie envy.
I loved Top End Wedding too. I kept staring at the male lead trying to work out where I knew his face from — and then it clicked. It was Midsomer Murders, where he’d played the junior officer for a while. But it was a lovely film.
Did you see The Sapphires, which was a gorgeous film written by Miranda Tapsell as well. It was about a group of aboriginal singers in WW2, and was the same lovely feel-good experience, while at the same time opening up an aspect of history I wasn’t aware of.
I haven’t heard of The Public — I’ll see if I can find it. It sounds wonderful. Thanks for all the recommendations.
Hi Malvina. Wow, you’re right up to date with so many movies. I have movie envy.
I loved Top End Wedding too. I kept staring at the male lead trying to work out where I knew his face from — and then it clicked. It was Midsomer Murders, where he’d played the junior officer for a while. But it was a lovely film.
Did you see The Sapphires, which was a gorgeous film written by Miranda Tapsell as well. It was about a group of aboriginal singers in WW2, and was the same lovely feel-good experience, while at the same time opening up an aspect of history I wasn’t aware of.
I haven’t heard of The Public — I’ll see if I can find it. It sounds wonderful. Thanks for all the recommendations.
Yes Suzy – a truly excellent film. Very Coen Bros.
Yes Suzy – a truly excellent film. Very Coen Bros.
Yes Suzy – a truly excellent film. Very Coen Bros.
Yes Suzy – a truly excellent film. Very Coen Bros.
Yes Suzy – a truly excellent film. Very Coen Bros.
I am exactly that way too Anne! I always feel like I need to be doing something else – be productive & not couch potato-ish. I did pay attention to the three Hobbit movies. Just loved them and, of course, Aidan Turner as Kili.
I am exactly that way too Anne! I always feel like I need to be doing something else – be productive & not couch potato-ish. I did pay attention to the three Hobbit movies. Just loved them and, of course, Aidan Turner as Kili.
I am exactly that way too Anne! I always feel like I need to be doing something else – be productive & not couch potato-ish. I did pay attention to the three Hobbit movies. Just loved them and, of course, Aidan Turner as Kili.
I am exactly that way too Anne! I always feel like I need to be doing something else – be productive & not couch potato-ish. I did pay attention to the three Hobbit movies. Just loved them and, of course, Aidan Turner as Kili.
I am exactly that way too Anne! I always feel like I need to be doing something else – be productive & not couch potato-ish. I did pay attention to the three Hobbit movies. Just loved them and, of course, Aidan Turner as Kili.
I am more selective now when I go to see a movie – if it is better to be seen on a large screen I try to see it in the theatre. Movies used to stay in the theatre’s much longer now it seems the are only there for three weeks. Easy to miss one now.
I did get to see Downton Abbey, A Beautiful day in the Neighborhood and Little Women. Not many others appeal to me and I can wait till they come out in DVD’s.
When I lived in NYC in the late 1960 – early 1970’s I often got theatre tickets for Broadway shows, off Broadway, off, off, off Broadway and got to see a great variety of shows. Also went to the movies often as DVD’s did not yet exist. Now living in the country going to the movie’s is not as easy and the selection is not as great.
I am more selective now when I go to see a movie – if it is better to be seen on a large screen I try to see it in the theatre. Movies used to stay in the theatre’s much longer now it seems the are only there for three weeks. Easy to miss one now.
I did get to see Downton Abbey, A Beautiful day in the Neighborhood and Little Women. Not many others appeal to me and I can wait till they come out in DVD’s.
When I lived in NYC in the late 1960 – early 1970’s I often got theatre tickets for Broadway shows, off Broadway, off, off, off Broadway and got to see a great variety of shows. Also went to the movies often as DVD’s did not yet exist. Now living in the country going to the movie’s is not as easy and the selection is not as great.
I am more selective now when I go to see a movie – if it is better to be seen on a large screen I try to see it in the theatre. Movies used to stay in the theatre’s much longer now it seems the are only there for three weeks. Easy to miss one now.
I did get to see Downton Abbey, A Beautiful day in the Neighborhood and Little Women. Not many others appeal to me and I can wait till they come out in DVD’s.
When I lived in NYC in the late 1960 – early 1970’s I often got theatre tickets for Broadway shows, off Broadway, off, off, off Broadway and got to see a great variety of shows. Also went to the movies often as DVD’s did not yet exist. Now living in the country going to the movie’s is not as easy and the selection is not as great.
I am more selective now when I go to see a movie – if it is better to be seen on a large screen I try to see it in the theatre. Movies used to stay in the theatre’s much longer now it seems the are only there for three weeks. Easy to miss one now.
I did get to see Downton Abbey, A Beautiful day in the Neighborhood and Little Women. Not many others appeal to me and I can wait till they come out in DVD’s.
When I lived in NYC in the late 1960 – early 1970’s I often got theatre tickets for Broadway shows, off Broadway, off, off, off Broadway and got to see a great variety of shows. Also went to the movies often as DVD’s did not yet exist. Now living in the country going to the movie’s is not as easy and the selection is not as great.
I am more selective now when I go to see a movie – if it is better to be seen on a large screen I try to see it in the theatre. Movies used to stay in the theatre’s much longer now it seems the are only there for three weeks. Easy to miss one now.
I did get to see Downton Abbey, A Beautiful day in the Neighborhood and Little Women. Not many others appeal to me and I can wait till they come out in DVD’s.
When I lived in NYC in the late 1960 – early 1970’s I often got theatre tickets for Broadway shows, off Broadway, off, off, off Broadway and got to see a great variety of shows. Also went to the movies often as DVD’s did not yet exist. Now living in the country going to the movie’s is not as easy and the selection is not as great.
Anne, I loved Knives Out—very clever, and well-plotted.
I also just saw 1917 the other day, and it’s an amazing cinematography tour de force. Really well done emotionally, too. Just a very powerful film.
And despite the scenes of violence, which aren’t my cup of tea. I really enjoyed Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Pitt and DeCaprio were wonderful.
Anne, I loved Knives Out—very clever, and well-plotted.
I also just saw 1917 the other day, and it’s an amazing cinematography tour de force. Really well done emotionally, too. Just a very powerful film.
And despite the scenes of violence, which aren’t my cup of tea. I really enjoyed Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Pitt and DeCaprio were wonderful.
Anne, I loved Knives Out—very clever, and well-plotted.
I also just saw 1917 the other day, and it’s an amazing cinematography tour de force. Really well done emotionally, too. Just a very powerful film.
And despite the scenes of violence, which aren’t my cup of tea. I really enjoyed Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Pitt and DeCaprio were wonderful.
Anne, I loved Knives Out—very clever, and well-plotted.
I also just saw 1917 the other day, and it’s an amazing cinematography tour de force. Really well done emotionally, too. Just a very powerful film.
And despite the scenes of violence, which aren’t my cup of tea. I really enjoyed Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Pitt and DeCaprio were wonderful.
Anne, I loved Knives Out—very clever, and well-plotted.
I also just saw 1917 the other day, and it’s an amazing cinematography tour de force. Really well done emotionally, too. Just a very powerful film.
And despite the scenes of violence, which aren’t my cup of tea. I really enjoyed Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Pitt and DeCaprio were wonderful.
When it first came out, my sister and I saw Apocalypse Now at a theater in Times Square. We were the only white people in a massive audience of mostly men. The reaction in that theatre when the helicopters are rushing toward the beach with Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyries blasting… What a rush! People were standing up and screaming–the place was electric! I’ve never had a better time at a movie in my life.
When it first came out, my sister and I saw Apocalypse Now at a theater in Times Square. We were the only white people in a massive audience of mostly men. The reaction in that theatre when the helicopters are rushing toward the beach with Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyries blasting… What a rush! People were standing up and screaming–the place was electric! I’ve never had a better time at a movie in my life.
When it first came out, my sister and I saw Apocalypse Now at a theater in Times Square. We were the only white people in a massive audience of mostly men. The reaction in that theatre when the helicopters are rushing toward the beach with Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyries blasting… What a rush! People were standing up and screaming–the place was electric! I’ve never had a better time at a movie in my life.
When it first came out, my sister and I saw Apocalypse Now at a theater in Times Square. We were the only white people in a massive audience of mostly men. The reaction in that theatre when the helicopters are rushing toward the beach with Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyries blasting… What a rush! People were standing up and screaming–the place was electric! I’ve never had a better time at a movie in my life.
When it first came out, my sister and I saw Apocalypse Now at a theater in Times Square. We were the only white people in a massive audience of mostly men. The reaction in that theatre when the helicopters are rushing toward the beach with Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyries blasting… What a rush! People were standing up and screaming–the place was electric! I’ve never had a better time at a movie in my life.
Jeanne, I have to confess I’ve never seen any of the hobbit movies. I never got into the Tolkien books — I might have finished the Hobbit but if I did, I skipped a lot. And when I last went to NZ and did the Hobbiton tour, the guide (everyone has to take the special bus) asked people to put up their hands those who’ve seen the movies once, twice, up to ten times (and yes there were people who had and more) and he’d noticed me and then said, “Hands up if you’ve never seen the movies.” So I put up my hand and he said “What, never?” “No” sez me. “Ah, so you prefer the books,” he said understandingly. “No, I haven’t read them either.” “Then WHY would you go on this tour?” he asked in total bewilderment. “Because I like little houses.”
I think it’s fair to say the entire bus was disgusted. LOL
Jeanne, I have to confess I’ve never seen any of the hobbit movies. I never got into the Tolkien books — I might have finished the Hobbit but if I did, I skipped a lot. And when I last went to NZ and did the Hobbiton tour, the guide (everyone has to take the special bus) asked people to put up their hands those who’ve seen the movies once, twice, up to ten times (and yes there were people who had and more) and he’d noticed me and then said, “Hands up if you’ve never seen the movies.” So I put up my hand and he said “What, never?” “No” sez me. “Ah, so you prefer the books,” he said understandingly. “No, I haven’t read them either.” “Then WHY would you go on this tour?” he asked in total bewilderment. “Because I like little houses.”
I think it’s fair to say the entire bus was disgusted. LOL
Jeanne, I have to confess I’ve never seen any of the hobbit movies. I never got into the Tolkien books — I might have finished the Hobbit but if I did, I skipped a lot. And when I last went to NZ and did the Hobbiton tour, the guide (everyone has to take the special bus) asked people to put up their hands those who’ve seen the movies once, twice, up to ten times (and yes there were people who had and more) and he’d noticed me and then said, “Hands up if you’ve never seen the movies.” So I put up my hand and he said “What, never?” “No” sez me. “Ah, so you prefer the books,” he said understandingly. “No, I haven’t read them either.” “Then WHY would you go on this tour?” he asked in total bewilderment. “Because I like little houses.”
I think it’s fair to say the entire bus was disgusted. LOL
Jeanne, I have to confess I’ve never seen any of the hobbit movies. I never got into the Tolkien books — I might have finished the Hobbit but if I did, I skipped a lot. And when I last went to NZ and did the Hobbiton tour, the guide (everyone has to take the special bus) asked people to put up their hands those who’ve seen the movies once, twice, up to ten times (and yes there were people who had and more) and he’d noticed me and then said, “Hands up if you’ve never seen the movies.” So I put up my hand and he said “What, never?” “No” sez me. “Ah, so you prefer the books,” he said understandingly. “No, I haven’t read them either.” “Then WHY would you go on this tour?” he asked in total bewilderment. “Because I like little houses.”
I think it’s fair to say the entire bus was disgusted. LOL
Jeanne, I have to confess I’ve never seen any of the hobbit movies. I never got into the Tolkien books — I might have finished the Hobbit but if I did, I skipped a lot. And when I last went to NZ and did the Hobbiton tour, the guide (everyone has to take the special bus) asked people to put up their hands those who’ve seen the movies once, twice, up to ten times (and yes there were people who had and more) and he’d noticed me and then said, “Hands up if you’ve never seen the movies.” So I put up my hand and he said “What, never?” “No” sez me. “Ah, so you prefer the books,” he said understandingly. “No, I haven’t read them either.” “Then WHY would you go on this tour?” he asked in total bewilderment. “Because I like little houses.”
I think it’s fair to say the entire bus was disgusted. LOL
Yes, it’s much harder in the country, I agree, Margot. Some years ago I had friends who lived in small country towns, but each year the Travelling Film Festival came, bringing a range of some of the best movies of the year — mostly art house and foreign films — not the big hit commercial movies that made it to the country. We used to drive down from the city and watch about a dozen movies in a weekend. It was an amazing experience.
I have another friend who’s recently moved from a tiny village to a big city, and though she misses the beauty of the village, she’s lapping up the greater range of cultural experiences, espeecially the movies and shows available
Yes, it’s much harder in the country, I agree, Margot. Some years ago I had friends who lived in small country towns, but each year the Travelling Film Festival came, bringing a range of some of the best movies of the year — mostly art house and foreign films — not the big hit commercial movies that made it to the country. We used to drive down from the city and watch about a dozen movies in a weekend. It was an amazing experience.
I have another friend who’s recently moved from a tiny village to a big city, and though she misses the beauty of the village, she’s lapping up the greater range of cultural experiences, espeecially the movies and shows available
Yes, it’s much harder in the country, I agree, Margot. Some years ago I had friends who lived in small country towns, but each year the Travelling Film Festival came, bringing a range of some of the best movies of the year — mostly art house and foreign films — not the big hit commercial movies that made it to the country. We used to drive down from the city and watch about a dozen movies in a weekend. It was an amazing experience.
I have another friend who’s recently moved from a tiny village to a big city, and though she misses the beauty of the village, she’s lapping up the greater range of cultural experiences, espeecially the movies and shows available
Yes, it’s much harder in the country, I agree, Margot. Some years ago I had friends who lived in small country towns, but each year the Travelling Film Festival came, bringing a range of some of the best movies of the year — mostly art house and foreign films — not the big hit commercial movies that made it to the country. We used to drive down from the city and watch about a dozen movies in a weekend. It was an amazing experience.
I have another friend who’s recently moved from a tiny village to a big city, and though she misses the beauty of the village, she’s lapping up the greater range of cultural experiences, espeecially the movies and shows available
Yes, it’s much harder in the country, I agree, Margot. Some years ago I had friends who lived in small country towns, but each year the Travelling Film Festival came, bringing a range of some of the best movies of the year — mostly art house and foreign films — not the big hit commercial movies that made it to the country. We used to drive down from the city and watch about a dozen movies in a weekend. It was an amazing experience.
I have another friend who’s recently moved from a tiny village to a big city, and though she misses the beauty of the village, she’s lapping up the greater range of cultural experiences, espeecially the movies and shows available
Knives Out was fun, wasn’t it, Andrea? I’m a little bit nervous about 1917 — WW1 movies usually leave me feeling gutted.
Knives Out was fun, wasn’t it, Andrea? I’m a little bit nervous about 1917 — WW1 movies usually leave me feeling gutted.
Knives Out was fun, wasn’t it, Andrea? I’m a little bit nervous about 1917 — WW1 movies usually leave me feeling gutted.
Knives Out was fun, wasn’t it, Andrea? I’m a little bit nervous about 1917 — WW1 movies usually leave me feeling gutted.
Knives Out was fun, wasn’t it, Andrea? I’m a little bit nervous about 1917 — WW1 movies usually leave me feeling gutted.
Wow, Elf, that sounds like an amazing experience. I can imagine the music and the visuals, all amplified by the powerful emotions (and testosterone) in the audience. Thanks for sharing.
Wow, Elf, that sounds like an amazing experience. I can imagine the music and the visuals, all amplified by the powerful emotions (and testosterone) in the audience. Thanks for sharing.
Wow, Elf, that sounds like an amazing experience. I can imagine the music and the visuals, all amplified by the powerful emotions (and testosterone) in the audience. Thanks for sharing.
Wow, Elf, that sounds like an amazing experience. I can imagine the music and the visuals, all amplified by the powerful emotions (and testosterone) in the audience. Thanks for sharing.
Wow, Elf, that sounds like an amazing experience. I can imagine the music and the visuals, all amplified by the powerful emotions (and testosterone) in the audience. Thanks for sharing.
I’m one who rarely watches movies; in general, I’d rather be reading. I did happen to see Three Billboards, and I believe that was my last theatre experience. I’ve watched a few more movies since at home with my husband. I’ve heard excellent things about Knives Out and am now on the library wait list. And, half an hour ago, I saw my first mention of Jojo’s Rabbit, so it was funny to see your mention above, Anne. I read the Come From Away book and would like to view that.
As regards LOTR, I’ve neither seen the movies nor read the books. I’d happily have joined you though to see the little houses!
I’m one who rarely watches movies; in general, I’d rather be reading. I did happen to see Three Billboards, and I believe that was my last theatre experience. I’ve watched a few more movies since at home with my husband. I’ve heard excellent things about Knives Out and am now on the library wait list. And, half an hour ago, I saw my first mention of Jojo’s Rabbit, so it was funny to see your mention above, Anne. I read the Come From Away book and would like to view that.
As regards LOTR, I’ve neither seen the movies nor read the books. I’d happily have joined you though to see the little houses!
I’m one who rarely watches movies; in general, I’d rather be reading. I did happen to see Three Billboards, and I believe that was my last theatre experience. I’ve watched a few more movies since at home with my husband. I’ve heard excellent things about Knives Out and am now on the library wait list. And, half an hour ago, I saw my first mention of Jojo’s Rabbit, so it was funny to see your mention above, Anne. I read the Come From Away book and would like to view that.
As regards LOTR, I’ve neither seen the movies nor read the books. I’d happily have joined you though to see the little houses!
I’m one who rarely watches movies; in general, I’d rather be reading. I did happen to see Three Billboards, and I believe that was my last theatre experience. I’ve watched a few more movies since at home with my husband. I’ve heard excellent things about Knives Out and am now on the library wait list. And, half an hour ago, I saw my first mention of Jojo’s Rabbit, so it was funny to see your mention above, Anne. I read the Come From Away book and would like to view that.
As regards LOTR, I’ve neither seen the movies nor read the books. I’d happily have joined you though to see the little houses!
I’m one who rarely watches movies; in general, I’d rather be reading. I did happen to see Three Billboards, and I believe that was my last theatre experience. I’ve watched a few more movies since at home with my husband. I’ve heard excellent things about Knives Out and am now on the library wait list. And, half an hour ago, I saw my first mention of Jojo’s Rabbit, so it was funny to see your mention above, Anne. I read the Come From Away book and would like to view that.
As regards LOTR, I’ve neither seen the movies nor read the books. I’d happily have joined you though to see the little houses!
I also recall a movie house experience years ago. If I’m remembering correctly, the movie was The World According to Garp. At one point in the movie, I think every man in the audience moaned and crossed his legs.
I also recall a movie house experience years ago. If I’m remembering correctly, the movie was The World According to Garp. At one point in the movie, I think every man in the audience moaned and crossed his legs.
I also recall a movie house experience years ago. If I’m remembering correctly, the movie was The World According to Garp. At one point in the movie, I think every man in the audience moaned and crossed his legs.
I also recall a movie house experience years ago. If I’m remembering correctly, the movie was The World According to Garp. At one point in the movie, I think every man in the audience moaned and crossed his legs.
I also recall a movie house experience years ago. If I’m remembering correctly, the movie was The World According to Garp. At one point in the movie, I think every man in the audience moaned and crossed his legs.
Yes, I find WWI movies are particularly wrenching—the horrific waste of human lives over a conflict that had little point always hits home. 1917 is a brilliant cinamatography achievement and is breathtaking in its art. The individual protagonists are heroic . . .but yes, it does leave you keenly aware of the awfulness. Still, I recommend seeing it as a piece of art.
Yes, I find WWI movies are particularly wrenching—the horrific waste of human lives over a conflict that had little point always hits home. 1917 is a brilliant cinamatography achievement and is breathtaking in its art. The individual protagonists are heroic . . .but yes, it does leave you keenly aware of the awfulness. Still, I recommend seeing it as a piece of art.
Yes, I find WWI movies are particularly wrenching—the horrific waste of human lives over a conflict that had little point always hits home. 1917 is a brilliant cinamatography achievement and is breathtaking in its art. The individual protagonists are heroic . . .but yes, it does leave you keenly aware of the awfulness. Still, I recommend seeing it as a piece of art.
Yes, I find WWI movies are particularly wrenching—the horrific waste of human lives over a conflict that had little point always hits home. 1917 is a brilliant cinamatography achievement and is breathtaking in its art. The individual protagonists are heroic . . .but yes, it does leave you keenly aware of the awfulness. Still, I recommend seeing it as a piece of art.
Yes, I find WWI movies are particularly wrenching—the horrific waste of human lives over a conflict that had little point always hits home. 1917 is a brilliant cinamatography achievement and is breathtaking in its art. The individual protagonists are heroic . . .but yes, it does leave you keenly aware of the awfulness. Still, I recommend seeing it as a piece of art.
Kareni, a visit to Hobbiton is worth it, even for people like us who never much liked Tolkien. The village and setting is wonderful. I was a little disappointed that we couldn’t go into the wee houses and see hobbit-sized furniture and decorations — they were just facades — but it was still worth the visit.
I hope you enjoy Knives Out and JoJo Rabbit. And if you can get to wherever Come From Away is showing —go!
Kareni, a visit to Hobbiton is worth it, even for people like us who never much liked Tolkien. The village and setting is wonderful. I was a little disappointed that we couldn’t go into the wee houses and see hobbit-sized furniture and decorations — they were just facades — but it was still worth the visit.
I hope you enjoy Knives Out and JoJo Rabbit. And if you can get to wherever Come From Away is showing —go!
Kareni, a visit to Hobbiton is worth it, even for people like us who never much liked Tolkien. The village and setting is wonderful. I was a little disappointed that we couldn’t go into the wee houses and see hobbit-sized furniture and decorations — they were just facades — but it was still worth the visit.
I hope you enjoy Knives Out and JoJo Rabbit. And if you can get to wherever Come From Away is showing —go!
Kareni, a visit to Hobbiton is worth it, even for people like us who never much liked Tolkien. The village and setting is wonderful. I was a little disappointed that we couldn’t go into the wee houses and see hobbit-sized furniture and decorations — they were just facades — but it was still worth the visit.
I hope you enjoy Knives Out and JoJo Rabbit. And if you can get to wherever Come From Away is showing —go!
Kareni, a visit to Hobbiton is worth it, even for people like us who never much liked Tolkien. The village and setting is wonderful. I was a little disappointed that we couldn’t go into the wee houses and see hobbit-sized furniture and decorations — they were just facades — but it was still worth the visit.
I hope you enjoy Knives Out and JoJo Rabbit. And if you can get to wherever Come From Away is showing —go!
Heh heh. I can just imagine.
Heh heh. I can just imagine.
Heh heh. I can just imagine.
Heh heh. I can just imagine.
Heh heh. I can just imagine.
Anne, yes, I loved the Sapphires, although it’s pretty raw in places. Movies like that take your breath away when they suddenly turn serious – and yet, you walk out smiling. BTW, that chap from Top End Wedding, Gwilym Lee, also played Brian May (from Queen) in Bohemian Rhapsody! I kept wondering why he was so familiar too! So talented. Do seek out The Public if you can. It was directed, written and stars Emilio Estevez, who I think always does a pretty good job. Happy viewing!
Anne, yes, I loved the Sapphires, although it’s pretty raw in places. Movies like that take your breath away when they suddenly turn serious – and yet, you walk out smiling. BTW, that chap from Top End Wedding, Gwilym Lee, also played Brian May (from Queen) in Bohemian Rhapsody! I kept wondering why he was so familiar too! So talented. Do seek out The Public if you can. It was directed, written and stars Emilio Estevez, who I think always does a pretty good job. Happy viewing!
Anne, yes, I loved the Sapphires, although it’s pretty raw in places. Movies like that take your breath away when they suddenly turn serious – and yet, you walk out smiling. BTW, that chap from Top End Wedding, Gwilym Lee, also played Brian May (from Queen) in Bohemian Rhapsody! I kept wondering why he was so familiar too! So talented. Do seek out The Public if you can. It was directed, written and stars Emilio Estevez, who I think always does a pretty good job. Happy viewing!
Anne, yes, I loved the Sapphires, although it’s pretty raw in places. Movies like that take your breath away when they suddenly turn serious – and yet, you walk out smiling. BTW, that chap from Top End Wedding, Gwilym Lee, also played Brian May (from Queen) in Bohemian Rhapsody! I kept wondering why he was so familiar too! So talented. Do seek out The Public if you can. It was directed, written and stars Emilio Estevez, who I think always does a pretty good job. Happy viewing!
Anne, yes, I loved the Sapphires, although it’s pretty raw in places. Movies like that take your breath away when they suddenly turn serious – and yet, you walk out smiling. BTW, that chap from Top End Wedding, Gwilym Lee, also played Brian May (from Queen) in Bohemian Rhapsody! I kept wondering why he was so familiar too! So talented. Do seek out The Public if you can. It was directed, written and stars Emilio Estevez, who I think always does a pretty good job. Happy viewing!