Book wise I discovered the Argentinean author Mariana Enriquez and fell in love with her work. She writes horror fiction with a political and social bent that I really appreciate. Her newest collection of short stories is titled "A Sunny Place for Shady People" and it was released a few months ago.
Book wise I discovered the Argentinean author Mariana Enriquez and fell in love with her work. She writes horror fiction with a political and social bent that I really appreciate. Her newest collection of short stories is titled "A Sunny Place for Shady People" and it was released a few months ago.
I haven't seen many new films but I thought Dev Patel's directorial debut Monkey Man was a lot of fun. It's a highly stylized action movie with a big heart. And when it comes to television or streaming shows, I really appreciated Nathan Fielder's The Curse. The show's extremely dark, smart and absurd sense of humor was refreshingly adult and appropriate for our times. Fellow David Lynch fans (or fans of British comedy) should enjoy it.
As for music, Brian Eno and Bryan Ferry both released new songs in 2024 that I've enjoyed having on replay. I'm also liking tracks on the new records by Kim Deal and Kim Gordon. And I believe it was you who recommended the new Cerys Hafana single "Child Owlet," which is really lovely so thanks for that, Ted!
My daughter and I LOVED Monkey Man! we especially appreciated the mysticism and folklore elements he incorporated. I grew up with Hindu friends and relatives, so I am quite familiar with the stories of Hanuman :) A truly amazing debut! Going to check out Mariana Enriquez' book, sounds right up my alley, Thanks for the rec!
The Hindu folklore elements were wonderfully done! I really hope Patel makes some more films. And I hope you enjoy Mariana Enriquez if you give her work a try.
Monkey Man was such a delightful surprise for me as well, I loved one of the final scenes towards the end when he gets out of the elevator and everything is red and black. I thought that looked incredibly stylish.
Book wise I discovered the Argentinean author Mariana Enriquez and fell in love with her work. She writes horror fiction with a political and social bent that I really appreciate. Her newest collection of short stories is titled "A Sunny Place for Shady People" and it was released a few months ago.
I haven't seen many new films but I thought Dev Patel's directorial debut Monkey Man was a lot of fun. It's a highly stylized action movie with a big heart. And when it comes to television or streaming shows, I really appreciated Nathan Fielder's The Curse. The show's extremely dark, smart and absurd sense of humor was refreshingly adult and appropriate for our times. Fellow David Lynch fans (or fans of British comedy) should enjoy it.
As for music, Brian Eno and Bryan Ferry both released new songs in 2024 that I've enjoyed having on replay. I'm also liking tracks on the new records by Kim Deal and Kim Gordon. And I believe it was you who recommended the new Cerys Hafana single "Child Owlet," which is really lovely so thanks for that, Ted!
Mariana Enriquez is a monster writer! Please read "Nuestra parte de noche" (if you haven't) whenever you are able, it's a great, longer read.
I finished Nuestra a few months ago and it was fantastic! A heafty read but well worth the effort.
My daughter and I LOVED Monkey Man! we especially appreciated the mysticism and folklore elements he incorporated. I grew up with Hindu friends and relatives, so I am quite familiar with the stories of Hanuman :) A truly amazing debut! Going to check out Mariana Enriquez' book, sounds right up my alley, Thanks for the rec!
The Hindu folklore elements were wonderfully done! I really hope Patel makes some more films. And I hope you enjoy Mariana Enriquez if you give her work a try.
Great film!
Monkey Man was such a delightful surprise for me as well, I loved one of the final scenes towards the end when he gets out of the elevator and everything is red and black. I thought that looked incredibly stylish.
Me too!