2 movies in 2 days

Since I’ve watched 2 movies in 2 days, I figure I’m an expert movie critic now. Need. To. Share.

The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo. I read the book (most of it anyway) and loved the movie. The ending? Ummm… not so much. Ok, so she knew him well enough she should’ve expected it — and he didn’t initiate anything for sure… but without giving it away, let me just say I hope things work out a bit differently in another life/movie/whatever for Lisbeth Salander. Not extremely hopeful since book #3 (in the series of 3 that begins with ‘the dragon tattoo’) starts off with her in critical condition, a bullet wound to her head. Eeek!

I’ve already purchased The Girl Who Played with Fire, and The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest and have them ready to go on my Kindle. Now I’m actually inspired to read them. Watch this movie.

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Night two — Into the Abyss.

What a change of pace from the evening before! “Conversations with death row inmate Michael Perry and those affected by his crime serve as an examination of why people – and the state – kill.” I admit, that summary wasn’t the deciding factor as to why I chose to watch this movie. I wanted to watch it because it was written and directed by internationally esteemed director, Werner Herzog. I admit, I don’t always love Herzog films, but I always watch them because of a little bit of history…

My favorite brother on the planet portrayed the villain in a film by Werner Herzog in 1977, acclaimed by critic Roger Ebert as one of the “best movies” ever made — Stroszek. If you have a brother, I know you understand. Not only are we always really proud of them, but it’s awesome when others (especially Mom) see them as a villain. =)

In addition, it’s fairly rewarding to post old photos of said villainous brother with long hair and really big glasses.

Back to the movie, Into the Abyss… it’s not a movie I would watch again, but it is one that I’m glad I saw. I admit, I’ve always been ‘on the fence’ when it comes to capital punishment. After watching this movie — I still am. There are movies that inspire you, but this isn’t one of them. It is one that you will think about from time to time. I felt horrible for everyone portrayed — every single person in this documentary is a victim in one sad way or another. It’s worth watching, but might I suggest Stroszek instead?