Give me a story that has everyday people just trying to live life. I don't care if it shows people at their best or their worst, it just has to possess some quality that touches me to the core.
I especially enjoy movies made in England, Ireland or Scotland because their actors are not made up to look "perfect". Spaces between teeth, big ears, balding heads, glasses, ageing bodies...all is laid bare, perfect imperfection in all its glory. I can identify with these people, laugh and cry with them, share their story. When I think back to the people who made the greatest impact on my life, they were not beauty queens nor tall, dark, handsome hunks, they were ordinary everyday people, just trying to do what they thought was right and just.
Well said. And I'm resisting the urge to list all my faves that you have turned me on to, since it's your blog after all. Just giving my thumbs up in advance and looking forward to you sharing some of your favorite titles...
ReplyDeleteOK, it's her blog but I need the list.....or at least a few recommendations. I missed years of movies in English......oh but that some wise bloguera would turn me on to some good titles....
ReplyDeleteI have a fabulous video store in my neighborhood--with tons of foreign and indie movies....oh, but to know what to look for....
(subtle enough for you, bloguera? )
So I admit it, I followed my own to link to see what my profile looked like (talk about a profile badly in need of an update..) and I found a movie I love listed there....Have you ever seen Truly Madly Deeply? British film....one of my top 2 or 3...from what you say you look for in the post, I think you'd love it...
ReplyDeleteHi so nice to see you here. I have a feeling your insights will parallel Laura's at times. :-) Thanks for the great tips and I look forward to reading more of those gold nuggets coming our way.
ReplyDeleteHappy Easter!
Happy Easter to you Kristie. I think you are correct, even though we've weathered our share of discord, I believe both Laura and I have reached a level of maturity and self confidence that allows for gracious understanding.
ReplyDeleteYou know, you might just love 'Shirley Valentine'. It's British and it's one of my all-time favourite movies. Brilliant acting, brilliant storyline.
ReplyDeleteWell Di, you have me pegged. I do love Shirley Valentine, a real charmer of a movie. Thanks for sharing!
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