I only saw two of the Keating interviews - first and last. Not deliberately. Didn't get to iView in time for the two middle ones. I'm pleased he's got to give his side of things. His interpretation of the contribution he made - to Party and Country. His version of political debates and decisions, and of historic events - all so long ago. To my mind … [Read more...] about Encounters with Keating
Archives for January 2014
The Hustle
Saw American Hustle on the week-end and loved it. Pure entertainment all the way. I had no idea what to expect which may be the best way to see this film - so stop reading this now and just go and see it. (And read this after). Small time hustlers get caught and are prevailed upon by the FBI - or rather by one ambitious FBI officer - to try and … [Read more...] about The Hustle
Philomena
Such a Catholic name. Such an Irish name. I've known a few Philomena's - a nun at school, the sister of a friend. I mix in these circles, these are my people. This is a film about Catholics. About Ireland. About nuns. What a terrible tale it is. But told with restraint and humour. Very economical storytelling. You get Martin Sixsmith's back story … [Read more...] about Philomena
The Huston’s
I read Anjelica Huston's recently released autobiography: over my brief holiday (just public holidays). It was okay. An easy read and well written. Interesting people and places and events. I had previously read her sister's. Which I wrote about here.The period covered in both books is basically the same. Mostly about their childhood in Ireland, … [Read more...] about The Huston’s
Short Term 12
A silly name for this film I think. But I've been trying to think of a better one without success. So that may have been the film makers problem. It refers to the name of a place for young people at risk - maybe the period they're allowed to stay there. Set over only a few days, although by the end of the film it seems much longer. A lot happens! … [Read more...] about Short Term 12
Reflections
Best things about 2013. My children's accomplishments, but especially that they both had happy and fulfilling years in their distinctive ways. Successful first and final years at University. Old and new friendships. Nature versus nurture - continues to be an interesting proposition. They are both so different!The introduction of Otto into our … [Read more...] about Reflections