Monday, October 20, 2008

Flashbacks of a fool

Just saw this yesterday and I am not sure why its unblocked my writer's block (even if only for a few lines).

Let me see.. the movie had patches of real goodness about it, but there was a period within the early half where I felt the movie lacked a strong sense of purpose (well of course flashback and all). But gosh! there was this amazingly strong moment that the film had with young Joe and Ruth singing to Bryn Ferry - 'shake your head girl with the pony tail'.. Oh my God! what a classic moment that was. I think that one scene captures so much of the movie's essence - like how life can be so simple, so full of excitement, thrill and purpose. This scene alone takes us back to the lives of the characters in a flashback moment and leaves the audience totally enthralled.

A couple of other nice shots in there too which really makes it worth viewing on big screen. But, aww, despite all the patchwork that makes most of the movie, its only for enjoying this moment that you should watch it! :)