Summer=Movies

The summer is always an ideal time to catch up on things you're too busy for during the year. In my case it's movies. I spend so much time writing and reading about movies for school that I often lack the time to sit down and watch one. Recently I've had the opportunity to catch up on some newer and older movies. Below are the most worthwhile.

1. Farrah's Story
After the disasterous week of celebrity deaths I don't know why I felt in the mood to watch this documentary about Farrah Fawcett's battle with anal cancer. But it was truly touching and a must watch for anyone who needs an example of a strong, brave woman. I have an increased amount of respect for her.

2. To Catch A Thief
My roommate and I were in the mood for Hitchcock last weekend so we went to the closest Blockbuster and found this classic that neither of us had seen. It's great to be reminded that movies don't have to cost $200 million (cough...Transformers) to entertain. Check out an older movie, you may be surprised.

3. Split
This documentary on Hulu is about the division in America and how it is so much more complicated than red states, blues states, race, religion, etc. It's A great trip across the country to figure out what people think about the division and how to close the gap. It's a very interesting look at America.

I hope this gives you some more options if you're not interested in paying $9 a ticket at the theater. Enjoy!

-- Post From My iPhone

Perks of Being A Film/TV Student

Being a student of TV & film is great for many reasons, but one of the greatest perks is the ability to call watching TV & film "research". In class and at my internships, watching television shows and films has been recommended if not required. So as my summer assignment, I have decided to not only watch my usual favorites, but to watch and discover as many new (to me) TV shows and films as possible.

Since my recent unemployment, I have had more opportunities to watch TV and movies. Basically, when I'm really bored I flip through channels or scavenge Hulu for new material. I've found several worthwhile TV shows so far.

1. Royal Pains
I discovered this show on Hulu several weeks ago and immediately watched the first three episodes. Not only is the show comedic, it also has it's dramatic medical moments. As soon as I saw the fourth episode up on Hulu the other day, I couldn't wait to watch it. If you've got three hours to kill, you can catch up really quickly.

2. The Philanthropist
Being an addict of travel & helping those less fortunate, I couldn't wait to watch this one on Hulu when I saw previews on TV a couple weeks ago. The show is really touching and really accurately portrays life in Africa. I can't wait for the second episode to be posted.

3. Web Therapy
I love Lisa Kudrow. I met her in Las Vegas in January and honestly she's just as hilarious in person as she is on TV or in this case, the web. In this show she stars as a therapist who analyzes her patients via 3 minute sessions online. The humor is about as dry as possible, but there are some laugh out loud moments. Great news, Seasons 1 & 2 are up on Hulu to entertain you for hours.

Next post will update you on some of the great documentaries that are around right now.

Hakuna matata.

-H