I was scrolling through my old files when I came across about copies of 3 variations of the same flash fiction idea. They’re pretty (see: very, very) bad and clearly I never ending up developing or editing them further than just what I wrote down, but I thought it was interesting reading back through them … Continue reading Comparing Old Versions of a Draft
“Fuck.” She glanced towards the window across the room. It was a large glass one, light seeping into the café and making its patrons glow yellow among the sunset. She also appreciated the ambience here, being a quiet break from the bustling city outside. She propped her arm up on the table, head resting in … Continue reading Something I Outlined and Started Writing, but now am Unsure
I defend this movie against total straight washing. Also I’m not listing the articles or tweets or anything else I’ve read about this movie because I already will probably write this more dramatically than I intend to and don’t proclaim that I disagree with these people’s interpretations. It’s just that what I’ve written here is … Continue reading BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY: I AM CONFUSED?
Watching anything refugee related will always be hard. Honestly, I don’t really have much to say about 4.1 Miles… It’s just so real, and very raw… This short film follows the commander of the small Greek island Lesbos’ Coast Guard ship that is charged with saving the lives of thousands of refugees. And it’s hard … Continue reading 4.1 MILES: IT WOULD HAVE BEEN EASIER TO RIP OUT MY HEART
“In the poverty-stricken favelas of Rio de Janeiro in the 1970s, two young men choose different paths. Rocket (Alexandre Rodrigues) is a budding photographer who documents the increasing drug-related violence of his neighbourhood. José ‘Zé’ Pequeno (Leandro Firmino da Hora) is an ambitious drug dealer who uses Rocket and his photos as a way to … Continue reading CITY OF GOD: DIFFICULT TO WATCH, BUT IMPOSSIBLE TO LOOK AWAY FROM
“It’s okay to cry. Just know that I love you forever.” - Marnie, When Marnie Was There Howl’s Moving Castle, Princess Mononoke, Ponyo, Kiki’s Delivery Service. Bam. Done. Day 1: First Ghibli Film Day 2: How You Discovered Ghibli Films Day 3: Favourite Ghibli World Day 4: A Lesson Day 5: Favourite Quote Day 6: … Continue reading GHIBLI CHALLENGE DAY 28: TOP 4 MOVIES
“It must be great to know what you want to do. I’ve got no idea at all. I just go from one day to the next.” - Shizuku, Whipser of the Heart Hmm tough one… I’ll say the aunty from Grave of the Fireflies. She’s a bit too mean for my liking. I get her … Continue reading GHIBLI CHALLENGE DAY 18: LEAST FAVOURITE CHARACTER
“One thing you can always count on is that the heart changes.” - Prince, Howl’s Moving Castle Howl’s Moving Castle without a doubt (and here you thought you might make one more day without me mentioning that movie). They’re a diverse group of ages, backgrounds, personal issues and strengths that together form a loving, memorable … Continue reading GHIBLI CHALLENGE DAY 10: FAVOURITE CAST
“I understand. You'll live in the forest, and I'll help rebuild Irontown.” - Ashitaka, Princess Mononoke Ashitaka. Before I watched Princess Mononoke I was expecting a more traditionally ‘masculine’ male protagonist. But I was so happy and glad when he was actually the more level-headed, emotionally mature and encouraging of talking and understand others before … Continue reading GHIBLI CHALLENGE DAY 9: FAVOURITE MAIN MALE CHARACTER
“You cannot alter your fate. However, you can rise to meet it.” - San, Princess Mononoke Hmm… it’s a toss up between San and Sophie. But Sophie is an answer saved for later so I’ll go with San! She’s determined, passionate, strong and fights for what she believes in and for her home. Day 1: … Continue reading GHIBLI CHALLENGE DAY 8: FAVOURITE MAIN FEMALE CHARACTER
