I want to like independent films, but....

Goodness, I want to be the person that is all about the independent film and if I had the money I would go to Sundance or Cannes, but I am not. I just checked out this highly acclaimed movie called "9 Songs". Ebert & Roeper gave it '2 thumbs up' and the New York Times called it 'one of the best movies of the year'. Maybe if I liked the bands that make up the soundtrack I would like it more. That said, it was better than watching 'Romance' or 'Anatomy of Hell' by Catharine Breillat. Maybe if I spoke French, I would get it or maybe if I had more angst (oh woe to my middle class, at least socially, upbringing). For the record, I would not give up my upbringing to understand independent films. That is just stupid. There is a reason why privilege is envied.

These are by far not the only films I did not get. Not to dwell on the negative, the films I did like were 'The Dildo Diaries' a documentary about the Texas Legislature and the state sodomy laws. Check it out. It has a provocative name but is really cool. For those who know me, I am going to buy it so feel free to borrow it. Molly Ivins has some wonderful statements in this movie.

Rest in Peace, Molly Ivins (1944-2007).
In Loving Memory of Molly Ivins
Molly Ivins Tribute

Mom meet Molly. Molly meet Mom.

Another film I liked was 'Short Bus' although 'Dildo Diaries' is still my favorite. 'Passion and power : the technology of orgasm' is another good one. It covers the same topics as 'Dildo Diaries'.

Based on this post, unless it involves sex toy legislation or drag queens I guess I should stick with superhero movies. I will watch almost any superhero movie, even if I know it is bad. Case in point, I watched the first 'Hulk' with Eric Bana, 'The Phantom' numerous times, and even 'The Shadow' with Alec Baldwin. Unlike the independent films, take my word for it and do not watch the films I just mentioned.

Speaking of restaurants (Shout out to Jamie and Liz!). Go to the Chop House on Main Street for your birthday. Have the crab and lobster cakes or splurge and have the Kobe steak. The life of cattle chosen to be Kobe steak is short but sweet. Think sake, hammocks, and massages. Then they kill you.

Two posts within 24 hours a new record.