The Killers (the movie)

So, I finally got around to watching Robert Siodmak's classic noir, the Killers. Overall, it was pretty good. It was dark, the acting was excellent (Burt Lancaster, Eva Gardner) and of course, there was a lot of double-crossing and death, staples of the genre. If you like film noir, this is definitely a must-see.

Tarkovsky's Art

If you ever doubted that film is an art then Andrei Tarkovsky will be able to persuade you otherwise. Takovsky's ability to create art through film is masterful. Long shots that let the viewer contemplate the image that is presented them, and the careful cinematography are what give Tarkovsky this ability to present his art. Here are a few of my favorite images from Tarkovsky's films.

I recommend all of his films, but here are my top 4.
1. Nostalghia
2. Stalker
3. Ivan's Childhood (probably the most approachable of his films)
4. The Mirror

Francis Bacon

A couple of Bacon's self-portaits. Bacon's dark, sometimes grotesque paintings show us the divided, introspective self of the painter. I really enjoy when a painting is able to tell a story and introduce us to the painter himself. That's one of the reasons I like Bacon.

To look at more of his work check out these two sites, www.artchive.com or www.artcycylopedia.com.

Enough Said

I wish it was this simple. One day, in an ideal world, party lines will be dissolved and politics will not be divisive. As for now, let's just pray that government can work together and accomplish something.