Cherishing Julie and Julia………..

There are few things in life that one cherishes, moments so etched in time that you never want to forget, but invariably you forget. This is one such moment. I have just finished watching "Julie & Julia". Somehow it never felt that I was watching a movie the whole time. I know this felling would sure pass, but this moment is definite. This may be because not only do I love cooking, but somehow I can feel some of there feelings. The movie with its beautiful cinematography and excellent acting is on par with one other movie I loved so much ‘Ratatouillue’ . Meryl Streep as Julia Child was more than excellent. I was a big fan of her, but I am bigger fan today. Amy Adams as Julie is just perfect. The casting is on dot. This is one such movie which I would love to see again and again and again, which for me is rare, very rare…. I am going to get hold of Julia’s book and try some recipes which are suited for Indian palate. Maybe you could see them sometime later in my cook blog :)

By the way it reminded me of a book with similar theme (cooking) it’s called ‘Eat Cake’ by Jeanne Ray.

James Dean weekends.

When I first watched the movie GIANT the only name I knew before was that of Elizabeth Taylor. But after watching the movie the only character I remembered was that of James Dean’s. I don’t even remember the name of the character now. But I cant seem to forget his brooding look in the film. Long after GIANT, I watched "Rebel Without a Cause". Now this man, is a movie, a cult one which truly deserves the status. Beautiful story and simply superb superb performances from all; not just Dean. But its Dean who shines and whines and steals your heart in the process. I don’t know what would have become of him if he was alive, but the movie was much more effective when we are watching after his death. Lucky fellow, never experienced old age and remains 24 forever.
I am planning to watch "East of Eden" this weekend and again watch Giant.