I am so happy to keep discovering new Spanish bands that are
incredible good although they do not sound really Spanish; mainly because they sing in
English! They
are a mix of great soul with talented musicians and voices, just listen and think for yourselves.
I have always been a bigger fan of movies than documentaries
mainly because I am always more interested in the representation of reality than
the reality itself.
The old way of doing documentaries just based on interviews
and facts always left me a bit empty but I really believe there is a new approach
for this genre. Recently I have been watching quite a lot of documentaries
which, in my opinion, are taking a new dimension showing to the audience a real
story using techniques based on films.
Although I am still not sure if the directors are taking a
new step on documentaries or the reality is becoming more unreal? Reading the
news nowadays it really feels like the reality is produced by Hollywood!
I leave you with a bunch of documentaries which are worthy
to watch:
-"Searching for sugar Man" - I already mentioned about “Searching ForSugar Man” in a previous post- I
strongly recommend everyone to watch it; the story and the way the director
takes you through it is just stunning. If by any chance you have lost hope,
please watch it!
When you think everything related to art has been invented, Alexa
Meade arrives and gives a new dimension to painting. This emerging artist has created
an innovative approach to art; she has changed the canvas for real objects and
people. To understand Alexa Meade’s art you just need to have a look. Enjoy!
The voice of a music band is an essential part of the group
giving a unique personality to it. Although I am always been aware that the voice
is just one instrument more of the band, it is the only one which carries words
with it. The voice of a band gives a message to the public and uses their own
tone and unique style.
I have been listening to male voices bands for many years;
great bands with really talented lead singer or songwriters. But not long ago I started to listen female
voices bands a lot, I think it was after I discovered Amy Winehouse who for me
was not only a great musician, she brought back quality music from the past
like for example soul. She left the door opens for many others new artists. It seems that female voices have resurrected on music and I seriously cannot
stop listening to them.
Having a look to the long queues of “The festival of The cinema” gave me hope. People still wants to enjoy movies at the
cinema. The tickets were only 2.90 Euros which explains that is all about
money, not lack of enjoying art. Maybe if the distribution companies have thought
about this earlier not so many cinemas would have been closed all
around Spain.
There are books at different prices, DVDs, theatre tickets and
many other things... so why all cinema tickets have the same price? Of course
if you are going on a Wednesday morning it will be cheaper than Saturday night.
But why movies with different budgets cost the same for us? Going to see The Hobbit
costs the same money that going to see Amour, for example; when the budget of
the super production is always going to be higher than a small movie. And I
will bet anything than increasing the tickets two or three pounds/euros for The
Hobbit will not change much the benefits they will gain; on the other hand, small films will notice a big difference if they are a bit cheaper. I am talking
about to give people(audience) and small movies options and opportunities.
Some people would think that if you are going to see a cheap
movie means is bad; but here comes one of the main problems about values
nowadays: quality is measured on quantity. In my opinion it should not be like
that, at least with cinema. Not because it costs more would be better!
For some strange reason in life, I was able to see a boxing
competition live. To tell you the truth I did not enjoy anything of it but a
short film they play to present the boxers. The movie was really well done; the
editing, light and soundtrack were just great. Make me wonder why this violent sport
looks so good on the screen.
I have always enjoyed most of the movies about boxing; aesthetically
speaking they are just amazing. The scenes of fights have always been strongly
visual and beautifully shot. In addition, most of their main character's personality and life goes
perfectly with the way they earn their living. Here I leave you with some
examples of the most recommendable and famous films about boxing:
Finally just to say I strongly recommend you to go to see
boxing in cinemas; in my opinion it is far more enjoyable experience than
seeing it live.
Man Ray was one of those American artists who move to Paris
in the early twenties to find inspiration and different ways of expression.
Shortly he became part of the Dada movement where the surrealism and modernism
was merged with photography.
He is well known for his portraits of many artists like Gertrude
Stein, Picasso or Breton. He also took photographies of his lovers, muses and wives;
he loved the shape of women’s body. Kiki de Montparnasse or Lee Miller were
some of his models.
If you live in Edinburgh and want to see his photography, you
still have time. The exhibition ends next week, so hurry up. If you are going, pay attention to
his portraits their models never smile but their eyes mean worth a thousand
words.
