Reply #9: Yeah, that's how I feel about a lot of movies. Hope you come up with

[Radio_Lady]

a winner this weekend. If you do, let me know. I'm passing up most of the opening films to have that last summer weekend out of doors.

I hesitate to recommend "The Illusionist" which may be playing in your area. It's also somewhat slow, but still interesting, in a sumptuous Merchant/Ivory sort of way, with a Philip Glass score. "The Illusionist" does have a tricky ending that could leave you wanting. You may have to view this one again just for the editing and the effects. I found it fascinating, and so did my husband.

You might check it out. Filmed mostly in Prague, subbing for Germany, with tremendous attention to old world theater detail. Edward Norton is the lead character, but Paul Giamatti is just really a wonderful character in this one. That man can do no wrong in my book.

Otherwise... you're on your own!

Here's my thread for "The Illusionist" -- we saw it in Victoria, BC, Canada and it opens here in Portland, Oregon this Friday, August 25th. Check your local listings, please!

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=105x5533452