Monday, May 26, 2008

*spoilers*

If you havent seen Indiana Jones by now - dont read any further.

Aliens, Inter-Dimensional Travellers....call them what you will. They suck.
So does over-exaggerated CGI sequences.
And well....I'm afraid that's all I've got.

I liked the rest of it. I had fun, I cracked a few smiles. My heart filled with pride at the first Harrison Ford shaped shadow donning his fedora.

But there are explanations for all of the slightly sucky stuff...My film studies student side is screaming out referencing the paranoia of the 1950s and the Saucer phenomenon that was prevalent in the Cold War.
Even the killer ants are a reference to the movies of that era!

"Mutt" epitomised the rebellion of the 1950s - the birth of the teenager. Who questioned everything and not just blindly followed his parents instructions.

And yes...everyone could see the "Father" situation a mile away. Or however many kilometres there is in a mile.
But it was nice to know that Indy had family - especially considering everyone else had passed through his life. Perhaps in his old age, with his tired joints no longer being able to carry him through an adventure he COULD finally settle down with his one true love.

And note: he didnt relinquish his hat. No more sequels. No spin offs...or I hope not.
A greaser would ruin that hat with all his hair gel.

Wednesday, May 07, 2008

Some words...

This has been on my mind for awhile, and given the recent news I thought I would share this sooner rather than later.

We are in the process of creating our wedding invitations, and as much as I'd like to send one to everyone - money constraints and stage fright issues are preventing it.

So, to those who have listened and aided me in my darkest moments, to those that have laughed and cried with me, to everyone who supports me and helps make life that little bit better, on the big day you will be in my heart.

You all helped me get this far and I would not be taking this big step without the courage and friendship you have given me.

Thankyou.