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Le chemin du retour (2000)
Magnifique
I happened to be taking French from Anne Williams, one of the people responsible for this film, and am finding the story to be delightful as it unfolds.All of the characters are interesting, and I'm dying to find out how this all ends! Tres, tres bon!
Spenser: For Hire (1985)
Follows the spirit, if not the letter, of the Books.
What can I say? This series captured the essence of the Spenser novels, written by the one man selected by the Chandler estate to finish the unfinished Philip Marlowe novel (Robert B. Parker). Robert Urich's portrayal of Parker's updated version of "the last good man" is unmatched, and I can't imagine any other actor in this role. Avery Brooks brings out the human side of Hawk, whose humanity developed in the Parker novels. Even Susan, although played by an actress far too young for the role, works.
All in all a fine tribute to Parker and his best known character.
Britney Spears Live from Las Vegas (2001)
Wonderful Theatre
I happened upon this at blockbuster the other night,and figured "what the heck!" After all, one can always turn the sound off and just watch her wiggle, yes? Anyway, I was pleasantly surprised. While I don't listen to bubble gum pop, I have to admit the show itself was great theatre. Yes, she lipsynched, but don't we expect her to? And yes, the "support the troops" bit was nauseating, but once again, it's trendy. All in all, if you've nothing better to do, give this a watch.
Der Name der Rose (1986)
A stunning glimpse of Medieval Monasticsm
As a graduate student studying Medieval Religious and Intellectual History, specifically popular pietistic movements of the 13th and 14th centuries, this movie is quite a meaty guilty pleasure. Physical deformities of the monks are exaggerated (Although one must admit that Salvatore is actually rather cute in a grotesque sort of way!) they all interestingly bear physical evidence of their moral failings. This was consitant with 14th century thought! I also love watching Sean connery as an ancestor (perhaps?) of Sherlock Holmes! The chief thrill was, when watching the end credits, seeing Jacques LeGoff, a serious scholar, listed as "Historical Advisor." I have used this film in Western Civ classes I have TA'ed. Definately the full star's worth! And last, but certainly not least... Valentina Vargas, as the nameless "Girl" who stirs Adso's desires, has been my personal fantasy since the film first appeared!