FP4 pick of the week

Bill Murray and Anjelica Huston again?

PICK #14: “The Darjeeling Limited” (2007) Director: Wes Anderson

Info & Trailer:

http://www.blockbuster.com/catalog/movieDetails/309108

or

http://www.netflix.com/Movie/The_Darjeeling_Limited/70075312?lnkctr=srchrd-sr&strkid=1263684434_0_0

ENTRY: It seems like we keep seeing these two (Bill and Anjelica) in strange movies together... however, they are mere cameos in the movie. Close friends who know me would say this is one of my "bizarre" movies. But read on...

SYNOPSIS: Three brothers who have be estranged for over a year, meet, reunite, and find their spiritual center. Set in the backdrop of a juxtaposed area of India, the trio turns from meagerly associated brothers to trusting each other like brothers should. Though they take too many painkillers, cough medicine and engage in strange risks, they seem to come out ahead in the end. It seems like a heavy plot but really the movie's success is the quiet humor, the punchy script, awesome actors, well chosen cast members and ABSOLUTELY AWESOME CAMERA WORK!

Scope: If you liked the script and the story lines of "The Life Aquatic," "Rushmore," "The Royal Tenenbaums," then this may be a good match for you. The SMART camera work must be my biggest reason for the pick this week: So much attention to lighting, appropriate camera affects with zooming, slo-mo, rolling shots, etc... only enhanced the cinematic experience. The intriguing, conflict-creating dialog along with the juxtaposed visuals and colors only added to the curious draw I had to the movie. The characters that are built from the short intro story (which was awesome portrayal with Natalie Portman) in the beginning through the plot development towards the end of the film also become a plus. Kudos to Owen Wilson (who obviously was on his own personal journey in real life during this film), Adrien Brody and Jason Schwartzman (nephew of Francis Ford Coppola). Warning to anyone that can't swallow some experimental film making... don't waste your time.

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FP4 pick of the week

The Beatles music lives on...

PICK #13: “Across The Universe” (2007) Director: Julie Taymore

Info & Trailer:

http://www.blockbuster.com/catalog/movieDetails/268731

or

http://www.netflix.com/Movie/Across_the_Universe/70045863

ENTRY: A rock opera for the next generation. Just was released this week!

SYNOPSIS: The musical/movie has the backdrop of Beatles tunes. The movie's leading characters, Jude and Lucy, are the forefront of a movie that parallels the different stages of the Beatles music along the the political and cultural upheaval that happens in the 1960s. The actors were obviously chosen for their musical and singing capabilities. The story is moving in itself but is enhanced with the lyrical and musical influence of the Beatles. Don't expect a carbon copied version of the songs however. My favorite was Bono singing "I am the Walrus" as he portrays a Timothy Leary type character.

Scope: If you liked the WHO's "Tommy" or Pink Floyd's "The Wall" then this might be the movie for you. I think you also have to hold an affection for the Beatles and some of their earlier music. It is a musical but only in a light way. There is still lots of dialog but the action and plot mixes with the music and choreography in the movie. It's a must see if you are a Beatles fan. If you don't know if you are a Beatles music lover, I think you will still enjoy the movie from the plot and the political and social themes. Let me know what you think.

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