District 9

Saw "District 9". It was quite interesting sci-fi drama. The film has intentionally rough I would say documentary style and is actually a social narrative. It is essentially a story about segregation and oppression. Based on real events that took place in Cape Town, South Africa during apartheid.

Oh and by the way Wicus is just corporate drone, nothing more. Sure he is not trigger happy as the mercenaries, but still he is not a hero. He is short-sighted and always thinks about himself. His only redeeming quality is that he came back for Christopher. While Christopher and his son were in for their people. Worked slowly and methodically all the time; got almost thwarted by Wicus and choose to honor his end of the bargain.

And yup it doesn't matter if you are human or alien, you can still be stupid and cruel or smart and compassionate it is all your your choice.

Whitewater Rafting

Went to whitewater rafting on Housatonic River with friends yesterday. We booked with Clarke Outdoors and they provided us with equipment and transportation.

Started close to Fall Hills, CT and paddled downstream toward Cornwall Bridge (about 10 miles). It was an easy one, which was ok considering that most of the group was newbies (including me). I liked it and it had several quite beautiful views (next time will get a water-proof camera and take pictures). It was great despite the rain.

Note to myself: Need to try higher difficulty level :)

500 days of Summer

"500 days of Summer" is quirky and delightfully entertaining romantic comedy movie. Haven't been pleased so much since watching Stardust and Juno. Summer is relatively direct and completely honest. Tom's slew of mistakes are so funny. He is immature, insecure, absolutely clueless and failing to reciprocate. He is programmed for failure from the very begining. Long sieges rarely win woman's heart. He is lucky that he made it even to friends with benefits state.

G.I. Joe

Saw G.I. Joe it had nice special effects. The story was a bit weak and has plenty of cliches. It is ok movie.

The Ugly Truth

Saw "The Ugly Truth". It is nice and predictable romantic comedy. Although I do not agree with all of the main character observations I agree that you should be loved who you are and not for whatever or whoever you are trying to be.

Bruno

Watched "Bruno", it had some laughs in it, but was an overall disappointment.

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen

"Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" was more of the same and quite enjoyable. If you liked the previous one you should like this one too. My only complaint is that it felt a bit too long.