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before night falls

January 14, 2005

I watched Before Night Falls today. The film examines the life of Reinaldo Arenas growing up as a writer in Cuba and facing persecution for his homosexuality and his art. His poetic turns of phrase are very strong, and sit well within the film, the film in turn trying to show the […]

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donnie darko

January 14, 2005

If you haven’t seen Donnie Darko but like dark flicks like Heathers and appreciate sci-fi, then you should check out this movie. There’s a lot there, and it’s much fun, but to talk about it too much is to give it away. Keep that in mind if you go clicking the link to […]

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Ghost World

January 14, 2005

I watched Ghost World in December, and really enjoyed the feel of the whole thing. It’s quirky and dark, like the comic, and manages to be optimistic in the end.
I still recommend reading Clowe’s comics more than seeing the movie, but if you like the comic, or refuse to read comics, then I suggest […]

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