Netflix update/Travels by Arbitrary Squares
February 9th, 2009 | by mmb5 |Some people collect countries visited. Some people collect states. Apparently, you can collect counties. I gave it a try. Although 21% is impressive, it’s a long way to go.
In non-geographical news, I watched a few more in the queue.
Hamlet II – Really tough one to call here. Great concept, and there were moments, but it seemed to drag. The story wasn’t long enough for a movie and the actual Hamlet II play wasn’t that funny. 2 stars. Sorry Chris.
The Verdict – It pains me to see a movie that was made in my lifetime and seems horribly dated. Fine performances all around, although it does drag. David Mamet saves the language for future endeavors. 4 stars. Phil C. moves on.
The Shawshank Redemption – Postponed. Netflix sent me an e-mail that I have returned it and wanted to know my rating. However, I never received it. Try again next weekend.
One more movie has been added for Round 1: Encounters at the End of the World (via Walt). If you haven’t entered — it’s not too late!
6 Responses to “Netflix update/Travels by Arbitrary Squares”
By Brian on Feb 10, 2009 | Reply
How about American Dream??
By greg on Feb 11, 2009 | Reply
hey Mike, is it cheating to ask about your general stance on B&W (or generally “older” movies; things released before the MPAA rating system) and foreign films?
By Mike on Feb 11, 2009 | Reply
I have no problems with B&W films, I own quite a bit of B&W TV, so I don’t see that as an issue. My foreign film experience is limited, so caveat selector.
By Walt on Feb 12, 2009 | Reply
Mike, are you telling me you’ve never been to the U.P.?!
I’m going to have to do it myself. Be nice if they overlayed the interstates though – that would make things much easier.
walt
By Mike on Feb 12, 2009 | Reply
When you enter the counties, they overlay interstates and other major arteries.
And, yes, I am U.P. deprived.
By Chris on Feb 24, 2009 | Reply
Probably a bit of a long-shot for the first round. Ah well.