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Midnight In Paris

I had the opportunity to see this amazing Woody Allen film last night. It was a treat and I almost blew it as my fatigue started setting in and I told my friend I'd rather get a drink then retire. It's a good thing she convinced me otherwise. This movie rocked! I can't wait to own it.

Paris is my favorite place in the world (I have yet to experience Brazil, so let's say favorite thus-far). Anywho, the movie is a delight, some are suggesting it's Woody's best yet, but let us remember Vicki Christina Barcelona. Midnight ranks right up there with it, in my book.

The movie is about an American writer who, while visiting Paris, wanders the streets alone at midnight. As he passes one particular street an old-time motorcar offers him a lift. He gets in and suddenly finds himself transported back to Paris of the 1920's. He then meets his (and our) artistic heroes, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Ernest Hemingway, Pablo Picasso, Cole Porter and many others.

I love that Woody poses the central question we all consider, "What would you do if you could go back in time and live in a world that you thought was better than your own?" As you watch the movie you are given an instant history lesson. I myself, sat there calling out each character that appeared on screen, it reminded me of art school and how I fell in love with the Surrealist and the many artist of that era. My friend had a wonderful chuckle on my behalf.

You don't have to love Paris or be a fan of Woody Allen to enjoy this gem, but do yourself a favor and like Gil (the main character) take yourself away for an hour and a half and allow yourself to be transported back to a wonderful time.

The Help - Part II

A few months ago I wrote about how amazing this book was. I have since told damn- near everyone I know to read it, so you can imagine that I'm super excited to check out the movie tomorrow. I'm not really an opening -night -movie gal, but this one is on a Wednesday so hopefully the theatre will be a bit clear and I'm going!

Miral Part II

This week, I finally got to see Julian Schnabel's wonderful Miral. The story goes deep into the Palestinian/ Israeli conflict from the Palestinian perspective. It's no surprise that several Jewish groups are protesting the film. But every story is told from someones perspective so let the man (the Jewish man, that is) share this one!


There was a bit of choppiness throughout the film, in that some aspects weren't as clearly outlined as, perhaps, they could have been. However, Julian did a great job explaining this perspective through the eyes of the main character, Miral.


I like this new ad for the film where many celebrities offer support for Julian's efforts.


See it for yourself and judge. 

Desert Flower

I love movies. I love stories, I love GREAT actors such as Sally Hawkins & Anthony Mackie. And now...I love Waris Dirie and the gorgeous Liya Kebede in Desert Flower. 


The movie tells the story of Waris' journey from homeless to international super-model, to a woman faced with the horrible, cultural decision of female, genital mutilation. It's based on Waris' book of the same title and ladies & gentleman...it is worth every, every penny!


Please do yourself a favor and go see this movie, learn this story and become mesmerized by the actors' amazing portrayal!