Cinematic Mediocrity

Tuesday, May 22, 2007

Cinematic Mediocrity

300. Prepare for glory.

I did. Needless to say, when there is so much hype surrounding anything, its more a case of "prepare to be disappointed". The cinematography and technical aspects of the movie were really good, but who the hell wrote that script? Whatever happened to facts? Whoever used the term "wild night" in those days?

I could go on about that, but since someone has already done all the hardwork, I'll be content to link to him.

The 300 Movie: Separating Fact from Fiction By Dr. Kaveh Farrokh

But the movie was not all bad. Nice camera work, lighting etc made for atleast a half decent experience (if you left your brains home) and then there was a silver lining for those that managed to stay awake long enough, past the incessant claims of spartan valor. Lena Headey.

5 comments:

Angry Ballerina said...: This is the "stupid American" posting a comment. I hope I made your day.; May 25, 2007 at 9:14 AM
The Depressed Doormat said...: I don't think I really called you a "stupid american"... though you are free to try for the top spot...; May 25, 2007 at 2:30 PM
Angry Ballerina said...: I'M NUMBER ONE!!! And no, you did not.; May 26, 2007 at 8:06 AM
The Depressed Doormat said...: I'm sorry. There is too much competition for the top prize... so you are going to have to show some credentials.; May 27, 2007 at 11:56 PM
Angry Ballerina said...: Read my blog.; May 28, 2007 at 9:24 AM

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