Thursday, 30 September 2010
Well, now I’ve successfully written about something from each day for 75% of the year, so take that! all you scoffers.
Let’s pause for a moment as, instead of thinking about the 75% that’s past, I discuss some things I’m looking forward to in the near future. At least, in the world of entertainment…
This movie isn’t coming out until December 25th, 2011, but I am already excited about it. If this were in the past, I likely would’ve gone and seen it on opening day. Alas, now I celebrate the birthday of baby Jesus (who will be hittin’ the big 2-0-1-1 that year) with great abandon and thus probably won’t be at the theaters on Christmas Day. Regardless, I’m sure Jennifer, Owen, and I will find time soon after.
And I’m a bit mixed on this movie that isn’t coming out until 2012. I am always up for a Pixar, since I’m guaranteed at least a decent, if not completely awesome, time. First off, I’m a little concerned that it’s derived from fairy tales. That’s not necessarily bad, it just smacks of a little too much Disney involvement. Also, it’s directed by Brenda Chapman, the same woman who directed The Lion King. The Lion King isn’t a bad movie, but it’s not great, either. In fact, I’d go so far as to say it’s the most overrated animated film in the history of cinema. Worse, she directed The Prince of Egypt – a film that thoroughly destroyed a great story and coupled it with the worst soundtrack of any animated film ever. She’s no Brad Bird, that’s for sure. I’ll just have to wait and see.