Inglourious Basterds...

... is a fantastic movie, go see it.

I hate to preach any sort of advertising, or supporting "the man", but really, pay the cash to see this in theatres. Not for the theatre experience or anything (which it does deserve), but to support the film's producer, The Weinstein Company. Bob and Harvey Weinstein have put their money on the table for films that no one else would touch and in the process have brought us some of the greatest movies of our time. Their long tenure at Miramax was brought to an end when they parted ways and begin their own venture. They haven't had a lot of commercial success since then, so it's important for this film to do well in order for the brothers to continue bringing us great films such as this.

My favourite aspect of Tarantino's film making is his ability to create flawless dialogue. He has a way of making over-the-top characters say very real things. Mr. Pink and Mr. White's initial fight about the presence of an insider; Vincent explaining fast food in Europe; Bill and Beatrix's final encounter - we all have our favourite exchanges. I would love to be able to write dialogue that flows as naturally as his own.

Any article you read about the man, he almost always references his inspirations. As a former video-rental store employee, he's got a ton of movies under his belt and he loves the medium tremendously. It's easy for me to identify Tarantino as an inspiration, not in the sense I'll ever try to imitate his style - but that a simple love of what you do can get you anywhere.

I saw a motivational speaker once while working with Service Canada and amongst all his useless banter he had one strong piece of advice that works for almost any situation or life experience.


Do what you love.


I hope everyone had a good weekend. Glad that week is behind me - looking forward to the next.