Well, hello there, kind folks. If you’re visiting this blog of mine, I presume that you have a certain interest in the cinema. As for me, even since my early childhood, I have had a deep love of everything related to movies and television. As far as I can remember, I have been more at ease in front of a screen than in the yard, outside, playing. It is a great way to travel, though other people’s stories, without having to foot any kind of steep bill. Over the years, I feel that movie-watching has even fuelled my own creativity.

All that being said, I welcome you in my Cinephile’s Nest. I hope you enjoy it here, feel free to come back at any time. Here you will find reviews of current movies and older ones. TV shows also. Some classics that have remained some of my favourites, some that have disappointed me. I will use a very basic star (*) system to grade them from 1 to 5 (5 being sliced bread level). Remember, these are just my tastes. I will try to explain in each review what I liked about these particular movies, without giving spoilers.

Il y aura aussi des critiques en français pour les films francophones, car j'aime également le cinéma dans ma langue maternelle. Avant d'apprendre l'anglais, plus jeune, je louais des tonnes de films traduits en français, surtout ceux de Bud Spencer et Terrence Hill. Ma mère a eu le choc de sa vie lorsqu'un jour, dans la boîte d'un de ces films, Deep Throat avait malencontreusement inséré. Une expérience formatrice pour le jeune cinéphile que je suis.

Bienvenue à tous, amusez-vous bien.

I welcome you all here, enjoy yourself.

Wednesday, September 8, 2021

Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed (2021)

Genre: Documentary
Directed by: Joshua Rofé
Cast: Steve Ross, Vicky Ross, John Thamm
Running Time: 92 minutes

 


This documentary covers the life and times of Bob Ross, a painting instructor that became known worldwide for hosting The Joy of Painting, where he would paint a nice scenery over the course of 28 minutes while instructing viewers on how to do the same. The film also discusses the legal battle over Bob Ross’ business empire after the painter’s passing.

This is a brilliant documentary. I remember seeing Bob Ross on TV as kid and never understanding why anyone would want to watch someone paint for half and hour. This film helped me understand the impact that man had on people. It is also sad to see the ordeal his son had to go through with the fight for his father’s name and legacy.

This documentary made me smile, it made me sad and it made me angry. Job well done.

Rating: «««««

 

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