We need to talk about Kevin

It began badly when the woman introducing the film got the title wrong. It never really got any better. I know that film versions of brilliant books often disappoint but this one was even worse than Even Cowboys Get the Blues. Despite excellent casting it never managed to even touch on the central theme of the book which was all about the choice to have children or not and the nature/nurture debate. It was also far too long. Endless shots of people in waiting rooms had me verging on leaving several times. A good editor could at least have carried out some damage limitation on this disastrously bad film version of one of my favourite books of recent years.
(The photo was taken by Maaike in the bar beforehand when we were still reasonably cheery...)

Finnegan's Wake Film

Went to see this film tonight. Forgot to take a photo whilst there but can surely borrow one from Maaike's blog later...yep, mission accomplished.
There was an entertaining intro from the 2 men who did the nigh on impossible job of translating the book into Dutch.

Christmas Post

Wonka Bars

Oh joy!

Pakjes Avond

Assorted nonsense parcelled up ready for Christmas. And that on Sinterklaas! (Smug Gits R Us.)

Fiat Doblo Cargo Test Drive

I've been eyeing this possible replacement for the Wee Blue Van for some time so when by chance an invitation from the dealer for a test drive appeared on my doormat I phoned them straight away to arrange a date.

Redmond O'Hanlon in Utrecht

Last night there was a special screening of the first episode of this programme in one of the filmhouses in Utrecht. With Mr O'Hanlon himself. Afterwards some discussion with him and 2 of the people who travelled with him during the filming followed by a Meet And Greet in the bar.