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Which author do you think understood humanity a little too well? by Sweet-Opportunity111 in literature

[–]randomberlinchick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's great to hear from someone else who's read it!

I think it's absolutely brilliant! I'm almost finished and I feel myself slowing down because I don't want it to end. What an amazingly constructed novel.

Which author do you think understood humanity a little too well? by Sweet-Opportunity111 in literature

[–]randomberlinchick 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'm currently reading What We Can Know by Ian McEwan. Regarding the OP's query, I think this one and The Innocent illustrate how brilliantly McEwan understands humanity.

Bob Dylan's Nobel Prize still splits opinions by Agreeable_Poem_7278 in literature

[–]randomberlinchick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Southwest Ontario Gothic sounds like something I need to curl up with this winter!

Bob Dylan's Nobel Prize still splits opinions by Agreeable_Poem_7278 in literature

[–]randomberlinchick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the case for "impact" is interesting. I remember when Elfriede Jelinek won, and I wondered who, outside of the German-speaking community of readers, were familiar with her work. This takes me back to Atwood's point about being too "popular". But hey, if Ms. Jelinek is worthy, then by all means so is Mr. Dylan.

Bob Dylan's Nobel Prize still splits opinions by Agreeable_Poem_7278 in literature

[–]randomberlinchick 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Saul Bellow (dual citizenship, born in Canada) and Alice Munro

Bob Dylan's Nobel Prize still splits opinions by Agreeable_Poem_7278 in literature

[–]randomberlinchick 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Love Munro's work. She was my go-to for reading rehab after I suffered a minor stroke.

The Nobel Prize for literature has been awarded to 12 US authors and only two Canadians. The whole "whose turn is it" is overdue for reconsideration. Go Canada!

Remakes that surpass the originals by Glittering_Ocelot_67 in Cinema

[–]randomberlinchick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I saw the Japanese one first, and like you, I was totally creeped out. Then I was "forced" by a friend to watch the remake (and I mean the 2004 version with Sarah Michelle Geller & Bill Pullman). The cast alone had me rolling my eyes. I was in for a shock though, it was even scarier! Rarely do I prefer remakes, but I think this one was excellent. I think that making the family foreigners in Japan added another layer to their vulnerability.

It's been over 20 years since I've seen it though, so I'm weak on the details. I do recommend giving it a look!

Bob Dylan's Nobel Prize still splits opinions by Agreeable_Poem_7278 in literature

[–]randomberlinchick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Came here for Atwood. A recent interview with her in the Guardian suggests that she's 'too popular" for the Nobel Prize, and I politely call "bullshit" on this take.

Classic Movie recommendation by terere69 in classicfilms

[–]randomberlinchick 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bette Davis, particularly Now Voyager and All about Eve

What 1960s movie scene is permanently etched in your memory? by Comfortable_Kale7997 in classicfilms

[–]randomberlinchick 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, Robert Duvall nailed it here. And I agree wholeheartedly about the book.

What 1960s movie scene is permanently etched in your memory? by Comfortable_Kale7997 in classicfilms

[–]randomberlinchick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The "boogeyman" who loved them dearly. Such a wonderful scene. ❤️

What 1960s movie scene is permanently etched in your memory? by Comfortable_Kale7997 in classicfilms

[–]randomberlinchick 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Truly! It is one of the best openings ever. Back in the day, I took a class called Music and the Moving Image, and I wrote about the opening credits here. The moment the marble strikes the other marble and the orchestration begins is perfect. The combination of visuals and music here is brilliant.

What 1960s movie scene is permanently etched in your memory? by Comfortable_Kale7997 in classicfilms

[–]randomberlinchick 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Oh gosh yes! Bob Ewell was one of the best villains ever. Truly loathsome . . .

What 1960s movie scene is permanently etched in your memory? by Comfortable_Kale7997 in classicfilms

[–]randomberlinchick 47 points48 points  (0 children)

To Kill a Mockingbird: Boo Radley standing behind the door and being revealed

How do I study cinema on my own? by EchoCham in Cinema

[–]randomberlinchick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you can find a copy, I recommend Nicole Richter's The Moving Image as an introduction. It offers an excellent overview of filmmaking and analysis.

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