Wed 22 June 2005 - Both ends of the cultural spectrum
Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back. I used to like Jay and Silent Bob, and rejoiced when it was first announced they would have their own movie. But now I’ve finally seen it… well, either I’ve matured or they are best seen in small doses, ‘cos I didn’t think this was up to much at all. The pokes at Hollywood and the Internet were fun, but most of the rest of it… dull.
Bangarra’s “Boomerang”. I booked early and got us some excellent seats. For me some of the messages were very clear (such as the portrayals of some of the ills of indigenous people such as domestic violence and alcoholism), while other parts needed some guidance from the programme. But all in all, great stuff, powerful imagery, and a terrific performance.
June 22nd, 2005 at 1:17pm
That movie drives me nucking futs… except for the F— Rap at the beginning and Ali Carter in PVC… *drool* Ahem.
June 22nd, 2005 at 11:10pm
Thanks for the thumbs up! And I see it’s not your first Bangarra show so thanks again for your continued support!
June 22nd, 2005 at 11:42pm
Thumbs down for J&SBSB??? What the …? Kevin Smith rocks… sure J&SBSB was no “Clerks” or “Mall Rats”, but it doesn’t deserve a thumbs down… harsh!!
June 24th, 2005 at 1:59am
I actually just finished reading the Kevin Smith book _Silent Bob Speaks_; Smith describes the casting process for J&SB, as well as a bit on why he made it. Apparently, after the critical success of Clerks and the controversy of Dogma, he really wanted to make something crass with a lot of slapstick and just gut-level humour. Intentionally not making a statement was his statement.