Wednesday, October 25, 2006
LET THEM EAT CAKE
Last night I went to see Marie Antoinette with Joseph, Jeff, Brendan, and Kyle XY. It was an absolutely delicious film, and yes that pun was fully intended. The movie was
stunningly visual with breathtaking scenery and the most lavish costume and set designs you've ever seen.
Sophia Coppola's take on France's most famous queen depicted Marie Antoinette as a misunderstood young woman who did the very best she could with a life she did not ask for or really understand. She had riches beyond imagination thrust upon her and because she had no concept of the value of money or the role she was in, she did what any teenager girl would do in her position and lived a life designed by friends, fun and luxury. Think of an 18th century Paris Hilton!
At times the lack of dialogue caused the movie to drag a bit, but considering it was telling the story of a historical figure known for her excessive and decadent life style, it is understandable why the focus was on imagery rather than words. I loved the movie and thought that Kirsten Dunst delivered a phenomenal performance.
Last night I went to see Marie Antoinette with Joseph, Jeff, Brendan, and Kyle XY. It was an absolutely delicious film, and yes that pun was fully intended. The movie was
stunningly visual with breathtaking scenery and the most lavish costume and set designs you've ever seen. Sophia Coppola's take on France's most famous queen depicted Marie Antoinette as a misunderstood young woman who did the very best she could with a life she did not ask for or really understand. She had riches beyond imagination thrust upon her and because she had no concept of the value of money or the role she was in, she did what any teenager girl would do in her position and lived a life designed by friends, fun and luxury. Think of an 18th century Paris Hilton!
At times the lack of dialogue caused the movie to drag a bit, but considering it was telling the story of a historical figure known for her excessive and decadent life style, it is understandable why the focus was on imagery rather than words. I loved the movie and thought that Kirsten Dunst delivered a phenomenal performance.
WHO DID IT BEST?
Marie Antoinette
Madonna
Kirsten Dunst
SPIN SPIN SUGAR
After the movie we went to Joseph's for the Spin Spin Sugar Gala Reception. Scott and Stephen joined us and we ate lots and lots of delicious cake while we sipped on pink champagne. The cakes all looked so wonderful it was hard to not try a bit of everything. By the time we all decided to go home (7:30 according to Joseph's clock) we were all feeling a little sick. Jeff even left a stain on Jo's chair. That'll teach us not to eat five pieces of cake in one sitting!
After the movie we went to Joseph's for the Spin Spin Sugar Gala Reception. Scott and Stephen joined us and we ate lots and lots of delicious cake while we sipped on pink champagne. The cakes all looked so wonderful it was hard to not try a bit of everything. By the time we all decided to go home (7:30 according to Joseph's clock) we were all feeling a little sick. Jeff even left a stain on Jo's chair. That'll teach us not to eat five pieces of cake in one sitting!
:: posted by Ray of Delight, 10:45 AM
