Big Brother’s Really Scary Big Brother is Watching You
I have an imaginary love-hate relationship with going to the movies by myself. I always drag my feet about going and think I’m going to feel all self-conscious and lonely, or else I get stuck in front of the computer for three hours because it’s no one’s job to say, “Hey, weren’t we going to go see that movie?” and I don’t end up going. But whenever I do, it’s wonderful (of course). I should remember that. I even feel self-conscious and lonely in an enjoyable, grown-up way that I kind of like, even though sitting by myself in an auditorium before the lights go down does remind me a bit uncomfortably of secondary school assemblies. So this brief note, before I brush my teeth and get in bed with Goethe, is to tell you that Kind Hearts and Coronets is my new favorite movie. And that if Louis Mazzini D’Ascoyne weren’t
a) fictional
b) liable to murder me in my sleep
c) probably about to be executed for real this time, anyway,
I would totally be waiting outside that jail house in my own black carriage with the door open, beckoning him to join me.
October 2nd, 2007 at 10:52 am
Oh my lord, Meera. That movie is the BEST! My insane ex-boyfriend used to watch it religiously and I loved it. I used to say “Oh Lionel” to him….I’ve never heard mention of it since! Thank you for reminding me of it.
October 2nd, 2007 at 10:00 pm
I don’t know anything about the movie but I do like the photo of my boy. I’m happy to see that Chicago hasn’t changed him one bit.
love to both of you
barb
October 3rd, 2007 at 10:29 pm
What is the image reflected in the spoon? Is it your kitchen or living room? Beautiful, but I cannot make it out.
October 3rd, 2007 at 11:50 pm
Oh my goodness, Ross is SO stunning in this picture. Love the spoon eyes. Also credit to Meera for having this loony idea! Must go home and show Ash. Wonder if he’ll freak out. Love & hugs…
October 4th, 2007 at 9:45 am
Steph — the woman who plays Sibella is a HOOT. I can totally see you impersonating her. ;-)
Barb, kisses.
Mum, it’s mostly the kitchen. And me taking the photo. That’s the dark bit in the middle. :-)
Rani, I hope for a freak out!