http://dreamingant.com/wp communique from ants Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:07:39 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5.1 http://dreamingant.com/wp/2008/08/17/stirring-the-ashes/#comment-57 Rob Tue, 26 Aug 2008 18:23:47 +0000 http://dreamingant.com/wp/?p=29#comment-57 So I watched it this past Sunday, and it was beautiful, impressionistic, amazing. I was mesmerized, but I will warn you, everyone else in the room walked out because of incompatible expectations, slow pacing, and at times difficult to follow storyline. I feel a little background reading (IMDB, Wikipedia, reviews by established critics) as well as a familiarity with Hong Kong cinema of the era aren't necessary, but help create a fuller appreciation of the movie. Most important is an understanding of the genre before you begin watching; it is a complex, visually and thematically rich art film. It requires a little bit of effort and a lot of letting go, letting the film and characters' words wash over you. If you can do this, I promise you a unique, rewarding experience. A definite 9/10. So I watched it this past Sunday, and it was beautiful, impressionistic, amazing. I was mesmerized, but I will warn you, everyone else in the room walked out because of incompatible expectations, slow pacing, and at times difficult to follow storyline. I feel a little background reading (IMDB, Wikipedia, reviews by established critics) as well as a familiarity with Hong Kong cinema of the era aren’t necessary, but help create a fuller appreciation of the movie. Most important is an understanding of the genre before you begin watching; it is a complex, visually and thematically rich art film. It requires a little bit of effort and a lot of letting go, letting the film and characters’ words wash over you. If you can do this, I promise you a unique, rewarding experience. A definite 9/10.

]]> http://dreamingant.com/wp/2007/04/25/hello-everybody/#comment-56 erk Sun, 25 May 2008 03:30:14 +0000 http://dreamingant.com/wp/2007/04/25/hello-everybody/#comment-56 I couldn't agree more - this is a wonderful film we saw at the Beloit International Film Festival last year, and it was the highlight of our trip. It's an unusual Samurai film, but refreshing is the word, along with rich, rewarding, tender and inspiring. I couldn’t agree more - this is a wonderful film we saw at the Beloit International Film Festival last year, and it was the highlight of our trip. It’s an unusual Samurai film, but refreshing is the word, along with rich, rewarding, tender and inspiring.

]]> http://dreamingant.com/wp/2007/05/10/courage-in-the-face-of-monster-reviews/#comment-16 antman Sat, 12 May 2007 00:41:11 +0000 http://dreamingant.com/wp/2007/05/10/courage-in-the-face-of-monster-reviews/#comment-16 Like the youngest Park in THE HOST, Ashley's courage and resilience has proven sufficient in battling her monster! And like the Park family, Ashley's fellow Ants are here to support her! However...had Ashley seen <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.dreamingant.com/php/display.php?movie=5970.0" rel="nofollow"><strong>SLITHER</strong></a>, I doubt she'd be recommending the bathtub as a safe haven. ;-) dB Like the youngest Park in THE HOST, Ashley’s courage and resilience has proven sufficient in battling her monster! And like the Park family, Ashley’s fellow Ants are here to support her! However…had Ashley seen SLITHER, I doubt she’d be recommending the bathtub as a safe haven. dB

]]> http://dreamingant.com/wp/2007/03/29/fishing-with-bresson-catch-and-release-tragedy-2/#comment-13 antman Fri, 30 Mar 2007 17:47:23 +0000 http://dreamingant.com/wp/2007/03/29/fishing-with-bresson-catch-and-release-tragedy-2/#comment-13 Andrew has masterfully exalted another French film legend of whom I share a similar reverence for. If you're affected by Mouchette, I highly recommend visiting this unconventional auteur's other films...including my personal favorite amongst his masterpieces - Pickpocket. Andrew has masterfully exalted another French film legend of whom I share a similar reverence for. If you’re affected by Mouchette, I highly recommend visiting this unconventional auteur’s other films…including my personal favorite amongst his masterpieces - Pickpocket.

]]> http://dreamingant.com/wp/2006/10/10/jacques-tati-vs-modernity/#comment-2 antman Sat, 14 Oct 2006 17:51:08 +0000 http://dreamingant.com/wp/2006/10/10/jacques-tati-vs-modernity/#comment-2 I have to admit, never having watched a single Jacques Tati film, Andrew's insightful examinations are beginning to pique my interest. I may just have to check out Playtime or Mon Oncle...Thanks, Andrew! dB I have to admit, never having watched a single Jacques Tati film, Andrew’s insightful examinations are beginning to pique my interest. I may just have to check out Playtime or Mon Oncle…Thanks, Andrew! dB

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