“People’s reactions to opera the first time they see it is very dramatic; they either love it or they hate it. If they love it, they will always love it. If they don’t, they may learn to appreciate it, but it will never become part of their soul.” – Edward Lewis, Pretty Woman The turnout …
Category Archives: Entertainment.
Has sex left the city?
When Sex and the city launched the movie 2 years ago, I was excited. I looked forward to the reunion of the 4 distinct personalities and the big wedding. Expectations were half-met. There were about 2 scenes that were exceptional. Other than that, there was mediocrity. This year, the trailer for the sequel confirmed my …
iLaugh a little
You know the Apple vs PC ads that we all love? Funnily imbalanced and totally effective. Given the track record, I am rather surprised that this same company who appears to be so onboard the train of competition humour cannot appreciate a comedian’s work. Though she had to ‘apologise’ for the tongue-in-cheek portrayal of the …
Films and over again
I cannot resist buying movies (on DVDs) that I think I will want to watch over and over, regardless of the year they were made in and the genre. My collection is, as a result, rather diverse. Very pleased with the May’s stash from Amazon. Don’t be surprised but I have never seen the topmost …
(20) days of refresh
I am Dull Doris. The fruit of socialized dismantlement and commercialized broadcasting. I am the descend of falling lint in the blue vacuum chamber. Ok. So I cannot write like the guys of Fight Club. [Ahem] Since the less than eventful trip to the Coronary Care Unit, I have a new sense of moving forth. …
Remembering The Reader
Traditionally, I am not a fan of book adaptations1. It was 1998, The Reader left a deep impression and I read it several times over simply because. In fact, my first book review was on this novel, back in the days of littledot.net. It sure took Hollywood long enough to make this into another movie. …
Crime and sensibility
What will happen if you cross Dexter, CSI, Law & Order, and The Practice? Crime shows are fun for a while. But they always make the other processes look dumb. If only there is one show that can bring all the elements together. I will never leave my bed.