Was so pleased to see (thanks to you!) that the reissue of Amadeus is the theatrical cut. Ages ago, bought the then available DVD, and it was terrible - the director's cut; sadly flabby, ruined a wonderful film. Time for a new copy...
I'm so glad to hear that. In a way the very long wait has been worthy as the film I was shown back at school was that version you refer to and I might not have enjoyed it as much had I watched it in full. Sometimes timing is everything.
The way people talked about it put me off it. The reviews I read seemed to have been written by people who had never read anything of substance before and therefore were highly impressed by a story where a child dies at the end, which is not enough reason for me to want to read a book. I will watch the film first and see what happens after that. I may do a full 180 on the novel after that, wouldn't be the first time 😅
Always glad to be of service! The V&A Storehouse was a wonderful experience and now that the David Bowie centre is open it makes for a great day trip. Plus they have a lovely cafe, which is always a plus.
You cover such a dizzying amount of stuff Cristina! Loved the read. Also, yes to Nick Hornby and High Fidelity , such a classic and the film wasn't too bad. You've made me wonder if he is still writing. Also, I haven't been compelled to watch Materialists because of all the flat reviews - sad because I do, like you, love Past Lives.
Yes, he is still writing novels and he's also on Substack : )
I was conflicted about writing anything about Materialists just to say I haven't enjoyed it because I'd rather focus on what I have liked and it may condition others who may have a very different take. But I've been thinking about it and unfortunately everything that worked in Past Lives (script, the choice of actors, their acting) is missing here. Shame.
Was so pleased to see (thanks to you!) that the reissue of Amadeus is the theatrical cut. Ages ago, bought the then available DVD, and it was terrible - the director's cut; sadly flabby, ruined a wonderful film. Time for a new copy...
I'm so glad to hear that. In a way the very long wait has been worthy as the film I was shown back at school was that version you refer to and I might not have enjoyed it as much had I watched it in full. Sometimes timing is everything.
I loved Hamnet so want to know why you avoided it.
I’ve read all her books and think she’s brilliant so await your verdict on the movie and a change of mind in due course
I'll keep you posted : )
The way people talked about it put me off it. The reviews I read seemed to have been written by people who had never read anything of substance before and therefore were highly impressed by a story where a child dies at the end, which is not enough reason for me to want to read a book. I will watch the film first and see what happens after that. I may do a full 180 on the novel after that, wouldn't be the first time 😅
I really like what you write.
Thank you
Thanks so much, Dave! Glad you enjoy it.
Lots I intend to see here, Cristina, including the V&A Storehouse, Wuthering Heights, The Roses. Thank you for the suggestions, reviews, and previews!
Always glad to be of service! The V&A Storehouse was a wonderful experience and now that the David Bowie centre is open it makes for a great day trip. Plus they have a lovely cafe, which is always a plus.
You cover such a dizzying amount of stuff Cristina! Loved the read. Also, yes to Nick Hornby and High Fidelity , such a classic and the film wasn't too bad. You've made me wonder if he is still writing. Also, I haven't been compelled to watch Materialists because of all the flat reviews - sad because I do, like you, love Past Lives.
Yes, he is still writing novels and he's also on Substack : )
I was conflicted about writing anything about Materialists just to say I haven't enjoyed it because I'd rather focus on what I have liked and it may condition others who may have a very different take. But I've been thinking about it and unfortunately everything that worked in Past Lives (script, the choice of actors, their acting) is missing here. Shame.