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Fool's Gold (2008)
Rate films as what they are supposed to be
If you want godfather rate it 1. There is not horse heads in beds, no mob style violence. Sure there is a silly wack here and there. But if you want a light hearted evening flick, execution is just fine. There is genuine chemistry between the two leads and the storyline is just fine. I am sure that many ..m e included would like a little adventure just like this, so for me it offers that nice piece of escapism.
Throw in a super yacht and the ever likeable Donald Sutherland and the just a simple enjoyable film continues.
Lastly for those from the Antipodes that do not make it to the Caribbean most weekends just fills out the afternoon with some pleasant vistas.
Yep, for what it is it's not half bad.
Life of Brian (1979)
Perfect Easter viewing
Whilst Monty pythons is regarded as the icon, I actually think life of Brian. Runs supreme. It poke fun at so many establishments and humanity in such a way it is hard to take offence. Unions, political orgs institutions and religion are all fair game.
So much for the do gooders, which pinch comes to shove they are now where to be seen. It reflects on the supreme optimism of some folks at the same time as the seriousness of others who are empty vessels.
Every Easter we settle down with a good glass of red, a decent steak and watch Brian in full flight. The evening winds down this the toe tapper at the end, until next year.
Jeeves & Wooster (1990)
DgedBrings a smile
When your are feelin blue, this is perfect. Both are perfectly cast and it makes me want to be of the privileged set. From the first moment that Jeeves hits Bertie's life you know this is going to work, and good news there is no spoilers from me. We are gradually introduced to this life that Bertie enjoys, the country romps, the crazy dinner parties, to the club. Ahh yes, the club. I am waiting for my membership to come through. I know I will not be black balled, after all I am of appropriate heritage.
So hopefully you get the sense. Get some chocolate, maybe a glass of your favourite tipple and enjoy, .after all it is Friday!
Brideshead Revisited (1981)
Like a fine Claret - better with age
During lockdown I took time out to watch again Brideshead. The first since I watched it as a young fella.
Ten hours of sheer delight. The mood, period feeling, poignancy and period were nailed.
It captured the book perfectly and when you are tired of that (??) and want to relax turn to the haunting music for the album.