LXG

The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen: watched just now on PPV. I could have done it much better of course. Hey, I’m supposed to say that in a blog! I love adventure movies. The production design was excellent, but some of the special effects were awry. The Nautilus just won’t fit underneath the Bridge of Sighs Continue reading LXG

qotd, etc.

What I’m watching right now.. Memorable Quotes from War Lover, The (1962) Captain Buzz Rickson: What’s the matter Bolland, afraid to die? 1st Lt Ed Bolland: Damn right I am. But you’re scared to live. Buzz Rickson, in this movie, is played by Steve McQueen. His character also gives the brand name to the Buzz Continue reading qotd, etc.

28 days later

To be watched immediately: 28 Days Later. Watched this with my son last night, who is famous for loving movies I’d hate. But he was right on this one. Cinematography: many shots through objects, reflections on glass, indirection, hints. Visuals even used as makeup for the “infected”: they moved at a different speed, even if Continue reading 28 days later