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Pulse - Pink Floyd. One of the best concerts ever recorded! Pink
Floyd and David Gilmour shine in another of their legendary concerts.
You don't even miss what's-his-face! Taped at Earl's Court, London,
this is an amazing spectacle with great effects! They play the entire
"Dark Side of the Moon" then hit you with the best rendition of "Comfortably
Numb" ever! What a show! |
The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) - A truly original Sci-fi musical,
which defined its own genre! The cult following has grown ever larger
as more people try to live out this movie for themselves. The satirical
theme that pokes fun at America's Puritanical values may seem relatively
tame now, but it was groundbreaking at the time. Thanks to the very
witty script and some good tunes, (especially "Time Warp"), the movie holds
up amazingly well. Tim Curry's defining role as the transvestite alien! |
 Blade
Runner (Director's cut, 1982) This dark futuristic vision of life in
L.A. is a great combination of cyberpunk and film noir. This film
has style! Harrison Ford stars as the detective on the trail of a renegade
android. The director's cut was a great improvement and has a different
ending! Also in DVD |
 The
Seventh Seal (1956, Swedish). Ingmar Bergman's first hit! A dark,
brooding allegory about life and death. A knight (Max Von Sydow) returning
from the crusades must face his destiny, but not before playing a game
of chess with death. Moody imagery evokes a sense of timelessness.
Bergman's sparse but enigmatic style and mezmerizing camera work, make
this one of the all time cinematic greats. |
 Twelve
Monkeys (1995) - Bruce Willis and Brad Pitt provide great performances
in this scifi tale about time travel used to avoid an apocalypse.
Director Terry Gilliam does it again combining elements of "Brazil" and
"One Flew Over the Cookoo's Nest." The movie ties together a multitude
of threads and builds suspense leading to an interesting ending. This one
makes you think! Also in DVD,
Widescreen |
2001, A Space Odyssey (1968) - The late Stanley Kubrick's Scifi masterpiece.
Visually stunning, with an intriguing plot and a computer out of control
make for one of the all time great cinematic experiences. You don't
have to drop acid to appreciate this wonderful epic by Arthur C. Clarke.
Also on DVD,
Widescreen. |
The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951) - One of the all time great Scifi
stories! Michael Rennie stars as a Christlike alien figure who brings an
urgent message to humanity. Along with his invincible friend Gort, he brings
terror or salvation, the choice is ours. Excellent music sends chills up
our spines as we cheer for the aliens. |
 Nosferatu
(German, 1922 silent) - This original vampire movie is so eerie!
Max Schreck is superb as the most demonic of the vampires. The filming
uses shadows to great effect, highlighting the lurking sinister dangers
awaiting. Supposedly a shrewd commentary on Germanic culture, it
is haunting and will positively give you nightmares. Also on DVD |
Like Water for Chocolate - (1992, Mexican). A young woman is stuck
tending her mother and can't marry, thus creating repressed desire that
she unleashes with her fabulous cooking. An appetizing and passionate film
that stirs the senses and emotions. Also on DVD. |
Woman in the Dunes - (Japanese, 1964) An intellectual entomologist
looking for bugs gets trapped in a sand pit. There he becomes dependent
on a woman for his needs. She helps him discover his emotions and
sensuality as they both try to survive. A visually stunning yet very
powerful film, that will touch you deeply. Also in DVD |
Tampopo (1986, Japanese) Ramen will never be the same! A philosophic
truck driver helps a widow find the perfect recipe for noodles. The
"first Japanese noodle western." This movie has some outstanding
scenes. The one with the egg yolk is a classic! This film provides
insight into the Japanese mind and their quest for perfection. Vegetarian
warning! Lots of meat scenes! |
 Eat
Drink Man Woman (1994, Chinese) - English subtitles. The food is the
star in this tale about an aging Taiwanese chef who is losing his sense
of taste. His three daughters are trying to find love and happiness amid
ever changing circumstances. A simple, touching tale. You'll
want to eat before viewing this one! |
 The
Joy Luck Club (1993) Excellent story about two generations of Chinese
women, with a wonderful ensemble of Asian-American actors. The older generation
escaped China seeking a better life, while the younger generation has it
relatively easy in America. The stories reveal Chinese culture and
values and the clash with modern American values. |
Ju Dou (Chinese, 1991) A romantic tragedy about a beautiful young woman
who marries a grumpy old textile merchant. She gets pregnant by a young
man and an unusual relationship develops. The beautiful cinematography
is a joy. A social commentary on the aging leadership in China. Also
in DVD |
 Babette's
Feast (Danish/French)- French chef Babette flees her famous life
in Paris to escape persecution. She takes up with a devout group
in rural Denmark. There she learns to live the pious life without
any of the luxuries of her past life. But then she has a stroke of
luck and decides to share her bounty in the best way possible. A
feast for the spirit. |