Aladdin...

I think I have varied musical tastes, though maybe that doesn't necessarily include musicals in the 'Hollywood' tradition. However, the forthcoming Aladdin looks entertaining on many levels: as romantic action and drama; as a musical. the Arabian Nights influence always conjures up a familiar lavish dream/scape and the story requires little reinterpretation. Seems strange that the film is directed by Guy Ritchie, but he does bring his particular flair to the films he takes on...

The Avengers

One of the big film releases in April is Avengers Infinity War Endgame, the sequel. Admittedly, I'm looking forward to it, however, with the aid of time travel, we know that the time line will be readjusted to the Marvel Universe that we know.

Just to mention, that I've become aware of the cause of the protest marches in various parts of London today. I was in Oxford St at HMV this morning and wondered what the protest was about...now I know...


Next week: Hellboy

Dark Phoenix

Two films on my list of, would like to see are: Dark Phoenix, in the X-Men film franchise; and Men in Black: International. Again, it is unlikely that I will see either in the cinema. This is just the reality of how difficult it is to organise trips to the cinema. Other films of interest include: Alladin...looks like a terrific fantasy adventure.

Creed 2

I want to get Creed 2 on DVD, though I do have a box set with just the first three films and have not seen any of the others. The Series has moved on, focusing on developing other characters, whilst keeping longstanding ones on board. Despite the apparent cliched premises, the film still manages to embrace one on many different emotional levels...much as being punched in the face probably would...

Game of Thrones

We have Seasons 1-6, of Game of Thrones, at home, but not Season 7. However, I've not seen any of the series so far. Well, it's not my box set and I've come late to the whole saga. My plan now, I suppose, is to wait until it's available and then watch it at my leisure...from start to finish obviously.

January releases?

I'm trying to work out what films will be on DVD, in say April. And the easiest way to do that, is to ask what films were in the cinema in December (2018) and January 2019. I can't remember many...well Aquaman was out in Dec 2018.

Glenn Miller

I'm interested in getting a Glenn Miller Greatest Hits, Best of Compilation, which I think I can get  at Camden Market. Also, I want to make a day of it, as it's been some time since I've been up that way. The CD collection I've seen consists of three discs and has an impressive 75 tracks...no wonder it's called the Definitive Collection!