My Life in Pink (1997)
Aug 12, 2009 by Mr. Nau In this charming Belgian picture, young Ludovic believes that he’s a girl, or a girlboy as he calls himself, embarrassing his family and neighbors with his steadfast refusal to be anything but himself. His family wavers between support and shock, which teaches us all something about accepting others without […]
Antonio Carlos Jobim – Live at Minas (2006)
Aug 10, 2009 by Mr. Nau The legendary Antonio Carlos Jobim takes the stage to sing his songs and play the piano in this wonderful 1981 live recording. Interrupted occasionally by his introductions of his songs in Portuguese, the music here is warm and displays the songwriting talent of a truly original voice in music […]
The Matador (2005)
Aug 10, 2009 by Mr. Nau When hitman Julian meets Danny in Mexico, he’s having a crisis of confidence, realizing that years of being an assassin have left him friendless, alone and seeking help and companionship. Pierce Brosnan hams it up perfectly as the hitman opposite Greg Kinnear’s wonderful everyman character in this hilarious dark […]
Long Way Round (2004)
Aug 09, 2009 by Mr. Nau Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman ride motorcycles overland from London to New York City, heading east through Europe and Asia and flying over the Bering Sea to ride across North America. Their riveting adventure is fraught with terrible weather, primitive roads, grueling work, mechanical failures, interesting people, and gorgeous […]
Evil (2003)
Aug 07, 2009 by Mr. Nau Young Erik, abused at home by his step-father, is expelled from his school for fighting and forced to go to a boarding school far from home, full of sadistic upper class students who thoroughly brutalize younger students. This extraordinary Swedish film features a great cast and nuanced, believable performances. […]
The Astronaut Farmer (2006)
Aug 06, 2009 by Mr. Nau A down-on-his-luck former astronaut spends years trying to build a rocket in his barn, mostly out of spare parts, in this feel-good adventure, starring Billy Bob Thornton and Virginia Madsen. While the story is inspiring, there are believability gaps in parts and excessive silliness in others. Grade: C+. IMDB: […]
W (2008)
Aug 05, 2009 by Mr. Nau Oliver Stone directs this interesting biopic about one of the most controversial presidents in American history. Josh Brolin plays George W Bush in an examination of his life from his college days to the White House. An all-star cast completes the lineup in this riveting and eye-opening picture. Grade: […]
Steven Pressfield – The War of Art (2003)
Aug 04, 2009 by Mr. Nau Steven Pressfield advises the reader about overcoming obstacles to creativity, finding productivity and commitment, and defeating resistance to passionate work. His advice is well given and his approach to disciplined process and resisting fear is useful and practical. Steeped in Eastern philosophy, this little book is good for repeated […]
The Big Lebowski (1998)
Aug 03, 2009 by Mr. Nau Jeff Bridges is perfectly cast as the Dude in this hilarious Coen Brothers picture about a lazy slacker who finds himself caught up in a caper due to mistaken identity. His sidekick, Walter, played by John Goodman, helps the Dude sort out run ins with nihilists and villains and […]
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