week one

The other night I was watching Across the Universe (to get over how depressing the film in class was). Such a brilliant movie, even if you don't like musicals. The writers of the movie knew what they were doing.


The clip I used is my favorite part. Who here has never thought of trying to slide down the bowling ally once in their life? Plus the music is catchy. If you watch closely, the actors/actresses step over the scratch line...You do that today and the thing buzzes at you!




The entire move is a collection of Beetles songs put together to tell a story, with references to others not used. (they left out the Yellow Submarine song!)

The use of different filming techniques, angles and other shots gave the movie a real 60's feel with the bright colors and special effects. Yay Hollywood!


Such an interesting time in US history; the 60s. Vietnam, Woodstock and hippies, new and different music (like the Beatles), television becoming more wide spread, protests, Nixon and John F. Kennedy, the Civil Rights Movement and MLK Jr... (and not in that order).
A very interesting time to live in for sure. The use of media became real evident at this time. The effects it had still show through to today. Ever seen the footage of the MLK and JFK assassination? Or the many marches that took place for peace? Even footage from the front lines can be viewed.

There is footage of WWII but it was not seen till after the fact. Television was not popular till after the war. But grandparents can remember watching the war and other events.

There is not a family in the country (unless they moved here after the fact) that does not have a story from then. Anyone ever ask?
Its a very interesting topic to discuss with that generation.

Makes you wonder what it would be like to live through it...

Anyways, if you haven't already, watch the movie. It's a good one.