For I cannot show, neither can I tell - the burning hatred of broken promises, big fat pacifying lies, pre-planned betrayal, disappearing acts, disappointments, anger and frustration just consumes me internally. (Eminem - Love The Way You Lie featuring Rihanna)
"Just gonna stand there and watch me burn
Well that's alright because I like the way it hurts
Just gonna stand there and hear me cry
Well that's alright because I love the way you lie
I love the way you lie
I love the way you lie"
Well, I have been watching a couple of movies and bought a few books, mainly to keep myself occupied, after all an idle mind is a devil's workshop.
Writers and directors are brilliant communicators, using explicit and implicit expressions, to convey meanings and messages through books and films, allowing the audiences and readers to gain insights through another perspective.
La Luna is a short animation clip that was created by Pixar (my favourite animation company), and it runs for only 6 minutes 15 seconds. It tells a story about 3 generations of men - Grandpa, Son, and Boy. Not a single dialogue was said, but the paternal affections and love for the boy was clearly felt.
The boy who is coming of age, was given a cap similar to what the men are wearing, and is induce into a new role - cleaning up the debris (lots of fallen shinning stars) on the Moon's surface. On the moon, the boy then made decisions (which tool to use), and took on challenges that seem too "big" for him (taking on the huge star). Once the job is done, they climbed back to their boat to admire the effects, and the moon is now a glowing crescent (it was full moon when the clip started, I seriously hope that they didn't take 2 weeks to just clean up the moon :D)
Sometimes, parents/elders must learn to trust their kids, to trust that they will be able to make sound decisions on their own. Accept the fact that it is alright to fail at doing something, what matters is that lessons must be learnt at the end of the day. This is often the stark difference between oriental and western parents - domineering vs democratic.
A short, and yet meaningful clip that is definitely worth recommending to all. Geesh, I am craving for some "Honey Stars" morning cereals now *wiNk*
I have just finished watching a French animation "Le Magasin des Suicidés" 《自杀专卖店》that was released in May 2012. Was watching the original french version along with the chinese subtitles, which had been meaningfully translated.
The story line was good, and one doesn't need to have a funny bone to appreciate the dark humor in it. Seemingly depressing but has a positive message behind it. Definitely one of the best adult animation that truly capture my full attention for 79 minutes, and it has given me some things to ponder through.
Especially love the finale song, and found a few lines that were endearing to my heart.
最后大合唱的歌词写道：
永别了过火行为，终于将自己释放
因此不会再痛苦，美好生活已开始
停止无用的抱怨，幸福需要被找到
留在死亡中永生，非快乐出自本心
Some background information:- The Suicide Shop is a 2012 French animated film directed by Patrice Leconte, and is based on Jean Teule's novel of the same name (Source: Wikipedia).
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