Weekend Habits.

Good morning world! After a nice productive/unproductive weekend (yes it was both) I am refreshed to start another week. This morning's walk proved a bit of an adventure with a snake making an appearance D: It's been a VERY long time since I've seen one slithering around the block (people not from Australia expect that we see them all the time in our backyards or something... but we really don't!). I did however steer well clear of its path (and the poor birds whose home it seemed to be invading). 

I just thought I'd mention two wonderful movies I watched on the weekend (they were in the 'unproductive' phase of course - it's becoming more of a weekend habit): His Girl Friday (1940) directed by Howard Hawks and Memoirs of a Geisha (2005) directed by Rob Marshall. A basic plot summary is below:

A newspaper editor uses every trick in the book to keep his ace reporter ex-wife from remarrying.

 

Nitta Sayuri reveals how she transcended her fishing-village roots and became one of Japan's most celebrated geisha.

I thought both movies were absolutely fantastic! His Girl Friday was witty, quick paced and an excellent example of how a good script can really shine on screen. What makes it even better is the fact that it has no fancy visual effects, is still in black and white colour and has very few changes of scene locations! Amazing!

The same can also be said for Memoirs of a Geisha. A surprising fact for many is that I love everything and anything to do with the Japanese culture! Visiting Japan is one of my ultimate goals (fingers crossed it will happen someday soon!) hence I was surprised I haven't watched this movie earlier. The costumes are beautiful, the scenery is beautiful, the story is heart wrenching. The entire film crew did such an amazing job capturing the essence of Sayuri's journey - definitely recommend it if you haven't watched it! 

If you have also seen these movies, let me know! I'd love to hear what you thought. Other than that, I best be off to get ready for the busy day that's ahead! Countdown to Easter: only 5 days! :)