Hello All,
Wedding Crashers was on Warner TV on the weekend and it is quite a fun, easy weekend movie to watch. It has been the inspiration for today's post.
Most wedding films tend to be comedies but there are also a few dramatic gems out there that are also worth watching. A few of my favourite wedding movies include:
The Wedding Singer - I know Adam Sandler is not great but as a child of the 80s I enjoy this film as much for the soundtrack as I do for the weak storyline.
Four Weddings and a Funeral - there are a few moments in this film that are quite cringeworthy but the film overall is worth a watch.
The Wedding Banquet - I think this is one of Ang Lee's best films. It really has quite a few levels to it and is a great comedy.
Margot at the Wedding - brilliant performance from Nicole Kidman in this must watch drama.
My Best Friend's Wedding - This is a great feel good movie. Wonderful performances by both Cameron Diaz and Julia Roberts. Rupert Everet really makes this film.
Muriel's Wedding - being an Australian that grew up in a beachside town, I probably get a little more out of this film than most. That said, it is a wonderful film that has stood the test of time quite well. Both Toni Colette and Rachel Griffiths are fantastic. Good performance from Bill Hunter as well.
27 Dresses - this is an easy to watch romantic comedy. It doesn't require any brain power to enjoy. Great chick flick.
The Wedding Date - another easy to watch romantic comedy. I happen to like Deborah Messing. I think she should be doing more film dramas than comedies. That said, she is great in this easy to watch film.
After the Wedding - this Danish film is a great drama. Definitely worth a watch. Brilliant performances throughout.
That's it for today. Do you have a favourite wedding film that is not mentioned above that you think others should see? Let me know in the comments below.
Sunday 19 January 2014
Thursday 16 January 2014
Technology
Hello All,
Finally, the oscar nominees have been announced. In this years list of nominees, the Spike Jonze film Her has been nominated for one award being that of best picture.
This film has received a lot of hype and I have not as yet had the pleasure of watching it (something for next week). I have, however, seen the trailers and it brings to mind an old 80s film that I happen to love more for the soundtrack than for anything else. The 80s film I am referring to is Electric Dreams.
Anyhow, this nomination has been the inspiration of today's post - one in which technology is a central part of the film, almost to the extent of it being its own character.
As mentioned above, Electric Dreams - Culture Club did most of the soundtrack and for children of the 80s this is a wonderful romantic comedy. I love it and can watch it over and over.
Alchemy - this romantic comedy deserves a watch for those that are looking for a light hearted romantic comedy a la hollywood style. Certainly not ground breaking or earth shattering in any way but it is worth a watch none the less.
2001: A Space Odyssey - a wonderful Kubrick film as mentioned in previous posts.
The Terminator and Terminator 2: Judgement Day - I know that there have been other Terminator films released since but the first two are by far the best in my mind and are definitely worth a watch.
Bicentennial Man - this film is one you either like or hate. I happen to like it. I think Robin Williams is great as the main character and the film is quite watchable. It didn't rate spectacularly with the critics when it was first released but give it a try if you like these types of films.
The Probability Factor - this French black comedy is definitely worth a watch if you can track a copy of it down. It is one of those films that occasionally surfaces on SBS (or equivalent). It is quite old (circa 1976) but is definitely worth a watch.
Weird Science - the last on the list for today. This John Hughes movie is a bit of fun and an 80s take on Frankenstein. If you are a fan of John Hughes movies or 80s films in general, definitely watch this one.
That's it for today. Do you have a favourite technology movie that is not listed above? If so, let me know in the comments below.
Finally, the oscar nominees have been announced. In this years list of nominees, the Spike Jonze film Her has been nominated for one award being that of best picture.
This film has received a lot of hype and I have not as yet had the pleasure of watching it (something for next week). I have, however, seen the trailers and it brings to mind an old 80s film that I happen to love more for the soundtrack than for anything else. The 80s film I am referring to is Electric Dreams.
Anyhow, this nomination has been the inspiration of today's post - one in which technology is a central part of the film, almost to the extent of it being its own character.
As mentioned above, Electric Dreams - Culture Club did most of the soundtrack and for children of the 80s this is a wonderful romantic comedy. I love it and can watch it over and over.
Alchemy - this romantic comedy deserves a watch for those that are looking for a light hearted romantic comedy a la hollywood style. Certainly not ground breaking or earth shattering in any way but it is worth a watch none the less.
2001: A Space Odyssey - a wonderful Kubrick film as mentioned in previous posts.
The Terminator and Terminator 2: Judgement Day - I know that there have been other Terminator films released since but the first two are by far the best in my mind and are definitely worth a watch.
Bicentennial Man - this film is one you either like or hate. I happen to like it. I think Robin Williams is great as the main character and the film is quite watchable. It didn't rate spectacularly with the critics when it was first released but give it a try if you like these types of films.
The Probability Factor - this French black comedy is definitely worth a watch if you can track a copy of it down. It is one of those films that occasionally surfaces on SBS (or equivalent). It is quite old (circa 1976) but is definitely worth a watch.
Weird Science - the last on the list for today. This John Hughes movie is a bit of fun and an 80s take on Frankenstein. If you are a fan of John Hughes movies or 80s films in general, definitely watch this one.
That's it for today. Do you have a favourite technology movie that is not listed above? If so, let me know in the comments below.
Wednesday 15 January 2014
Tennis
It's Australian Open time and the weather has yet again become a cause for concern amongst the athletes playing in the matches.
If they look back over the years, they will find that most of the matches have been played in relatively hot weather conditions and this year is no different. Singapore has recently announced that it will be holding the Womens' Tennis Association Championships at its stadium in October 2014. The country has an average daily high temperature of 31 degrees celsius and close to 100 percent humidity daily. I think the tennis players need to be aware of the conditions before they arrive and adjust their game accordingly.
That said, today's post is about movies that feature tennis that are worth a watch.
Match Point - This is a great Woody Allen movie and worth watching for Scarlett Johansson alone.
Wimbledon - this is a cute romantic comedy with Kirsten Dunst that is passable viewing especially at the end of a long week.
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead - why is this one on the list? True, it doesn't really feature tennis as such but it does have a great scene on a tennis court. Given the shortage of films in this category, I have included this one on the list.
Second Serve - this is a made for TV movie and so technically I shouldn't include it on the list. That said, Vanessa Redgrave is brilliant in this based on a true story film.
Tennis, Anyone...? This film is passable at best. Easy Friday night viewing and I wouldn't really expect a lot from it.
The Royal Tenenbaums - the last one on the list for today. This film has a great tennis theme in it and is worth viewing for it alone. Great cast and a lot of fun.
That's it for today. Any tennis films that I should include on the list? Let me know in the comments below.
If they look back over the years, they will find that most of the matches have been played in relatively hot weather conditions and this year is no different. Singapore has recently announced that it will be holding the Womens' Tennis Association Championships at its stadium in October 2014. The country has an average daily high temperature of 31 degrees celsius and close to 100 percent humidity daily. I think the tennis players need to be aware of the conditions before they arrive and adjust their game accordingly.
That said, today's post is about movies that feature tennis that are worth a watch.
Match Point - This is a great Woody Allen movie and worth watching for Scarlett Johansson alone.
Wimbledon - this is a cute romantic comedy with Kirsten Dunst that is passable viewing especially at the end of a long week.
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead - why is this one on the list? True, it doesn't really feature tennis as such but it does have a great scene on a tennis court. Given the shortage of films in this category, I have included this one on the list.
Second Serve - this is a made for TV movie and so technically I shouldn't include it on the list. That said, Vanessa Redgrave is brilliant in this based on a true story film.
Tennis, Anyone...? This film is passable at best. Easy Friday night viewing and I wouldn't really expect a lot from it.
The Royal Tenenbaums - the last one on the list for today. This film has a great tennis theme in it and is worth viewing for it alone. Great cast and a lot of fun.
That's it for today. Any tennis films that I should include on the list? Let me know in the comments below.
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