Tonight I went to see the new movie “The Artist.”
It’s receiving rave reviews & nominations… despite the fact that it’s in black & white…
and in the style of a traditional silent film. It’s a classic “boy meets girl” story line.
Except they don’t talk. It’s a beautiful film that draws you in and enchants you along the way.
The storyline is witty, the timing is quick and some great cameo performances. As well as
some beautiful cinematography… especially the scene where the leading man is drinking
at a mirrored table, then it flips, tne he pours his drink on the table. So simple. So brilliant.
You quickly get accustomed to the orchestral soundtrack, the placards that tell you what
they’re saying, and the “mugging” for the camera. Let me just say, the dog steals the show!

Is it the Best Picture?… we’ll see. I have a lot more movies to see.
Once the Oscar nominations are released, I’ve got a lot of catching up to do.
And a lot of popcorn to eat.