yes, i am a sinner

I recently saw these on the tube and cinema and here are my thoughts: The Rite takes exorcism more seriously than I expected it to. It begins with the supposition that Satan is “alive and active in the world” and assumes that satanic possession takes place and that the rite of exorcism works. Otherwise, we wouldn't have a movie, would we? In metaphysical terms, I must immediately jump on the word “alive.” In what sense can a being that exists outside of time and space be said to be alive? Active, yes. Still, I found myself drawn in. It is sincere. It is not exploitative; a certain amount of screaming, frothing and thrashing comes with the territory. My own guess is that people get the demons they deserve. While true believers go into frenzies, the Egyptian government loses joy in their countrymen (sorry for being political). Anthony Hopkins was so fun to watch since being Hannibal Lecter. The Rite isn’t exactly good, it’s also surprisingly not-terrible, thanks in part to Hafstrom clear preference for spooky atmospherics - dark figures hunched in doorways, average, middle-class apartments that somehow look chilly despite their homey furnishings. And still makes me want to go there and get some great Italian experience.

Burlesque is irresistible from its first minutes, and over time it creates a whole atmosphere, not only onscreen but within the audience. It's big, perfectly cast and entertaining in every way, but more than that it feels like a generous public event. See it with other people. See it with a crowd. Very occasionally, there are films that can only be enjoyed ironically. This is one of them. It ain’t art, but the cast, with help from cheesiest-ever seduction scene and some hella good dance numbers, just about ensure you won’t lose interest. but, want some cookie?

After watching the 3 seasons, I can say True Blood stands out as one of the strongest series in an uncertain fall. Graphically sexy and scary, and often wildly funny. At matatapos ko na ang last season, and I just can’t wait for the next one. And do bad things with you!!!