The Joker famously asked - why so serious? I was thinking about that the other day, and admitted that it could have been directed at TOA. Why, since the lockdown started, I've threatened anyone who likes TED Talks, mocked anyone who identifies with a major political party, and criticized the safety conscious for their willingness to accept rough estimates. In general, TOA lately has been a barrel of laughs.
But, as I hinted in a rare moment of clarity, I do have my priorities straight. And although I haven't exactly spent ten hours a day rewatching old movies, I've come close enough to have some insights. So, let's have a respite, it is Friday after all, and take a closer look at my pop culture notes. And those who need the misery, no worries - Sunday's post is about poverty and politics. Fun!
The Dark Knight
I didn't rewatch this, too long, saving it for the next pandemic. But I checked out a couple of clips to research this post's opening line, and I'm confused now, because it seems like The Joker gives multiple explanations for his scars. What's the point? We know he's a lunatic, so no need to establish it. I remember enjoying this movie, but relative to everyone I knew I hated it, I was probably in the 5th percentile. And I liked it! But when a movie is 152 minutes long, each scene must count.
Harry Potter (just one, I promise)
Someone please explain why the best way to get to Hogwarts is to run at a solid wall in a regular train station. It's just reckless, and surely the game is up in the age of camera phones. These wizards couldn't figure out that using portkeys to get onto the platform might have made more sense?
