I can't be blamed. My sister got married in June, so there wasn't as much time for movie watching. But I did okay for a working slob :)
Kites (2010) - This was my Bollywood with a hint of Latin fusion. My go-to Indian couple said it sucked. I'll have to agree that it was pretty ridiculous. It featured Hrithik Roshan who has an extra thumb on his right hand. If you're going to suffer through the movie, watch for that ;0) I will say that the most redeeming part of the movie was a joke in Spanish that only I understood. The rest of the theatre was made up of Indians. For ONCE it was I who got the first laugh!
A Mighty Wind (2003) - This was a Christopher Guest movie that was a tongue-in-cheek look at the folk music world of the 60s and 70s. Of course, it was a typical Guest movie and very enjoyable :)
Kandukondain Kandukondain (original title)/ I Have Found It (2000) - bollywood version of Sense and Sensibility with Ash Rai. You know the story: two sisters and their dudes, one of them old enough to date the mother. This movie is actually in Telugu, which will make mera Kalyan-ji happy :)
A Walk to Beautiful (2007) - This movie is heartbreaking. Women in other countries are suffering pain and disgrace because of a medical problem post-childbirth that is caused by their bodies formations in their culture's conditions. I'm taking about fistula obstetrics. You can actually watch this movie on line and I recommend you do. Watch here.
Prince Among Slaves (2007) - A PBS doc (narrated by Mos Def) about Abdul-Rahman an African prince forced into slavery in the U.S. Has a really cool montage of his descendents at the end! You can watch it in pieces on youtube here.
My Best Friend's Wedding (1997) - Only appropriate to watch the day after my sister's wedding, right? Haha. And I watched it on VHS. Word. Actually, if you click the link, it takes you to the imdb page and you can watch the movie online!
Casi Casi (2006) - I think the words "adorable" and "clever" sum this movie up pretty well! If you can manage to watch a Spanish-language movie, my bet is that you'll love this gem!
Little Britain USA (2008) - Okay, this is a TV show, but I watched the first season on DVD within a coule days. If you are a fun of crude British humor, you will love this. Some of the stuff is actually directed by David Schwimmer. Highly recommendable for the crass people I know! ;)
The Three Stooges Meet Hercules (1962) - Watch this gem online by clicking the link. The Three Stooges are wonderful, as usual! And it's quite humorous to see the characters that play against them. Really, you can't go wrong with the Stooges!
Hawaii, Oslo (2004) - This movie is one of those examples of great storytelling showing the interwoven lives of its characters. Takes place in Sweden and is definitely a must-see!!!
Wesele (The Wedding) (2004) - Do you love messed-up weddings and/or seeing Polish people in action? Then you'll love this one. Watched it with my parents a week after my sister's wedding and I'm VERY glad hers didn't end up like this! It's kinda twisted but an interesting ride for sure. It's kinda like watching a car wreck but not having to file a police report ;)
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009) - I know this one wasn't incredibly popular, but I enjoyed watching it. I always love the jokes that are put in there for the adults, because let's face it: good kids' movies are aimed towards the adults. Fact. I would like to point out that Mr. T did a great voiceover!
Monsoon Wedding (2001) - I just feel inclined to say that one of my besties met Mira Nair! AND had her sign a movie for me! HEART YOU, XAVS!! Oh, and Mira Nair of course. This movie is about more than just another Indian wedding, but digs into the personalities present. Having been blessed to attend an Indian wedding, I'm glad "ours" went smoother than this one. Gee, that seems to be the theme for this month! Three wedding movies?! Not too shabby for someone who doesn't care much for weddings! Haha
Blue Velvet (1986) - I just watched this movie tonight and am trying to forget that I did. It's a very disturbing movie, not only for the images you see, but for how you react to them. I wouldn't have known to pick it off the shelf at the library had my aunt and uncle not mentioned it when we wanted to watch a movie to honor the late Dennis Hopper. Heavy. Worth a watch, but dang!
So, there you have it, folks. If you can't find something to watch here, you're too picky! ;) If you have seen them or if you do watch them, leave me a comment and tell me what you think. AND if you have any suggestions, send them my way! Peace!
