How Does One Choose ...?

Ivan says:

Surely, you must have been reading my mind. Colleen Dewhurst --- OH MY GOD, she's one of my all time faves. Of course, anyone who has read any of my posts will ask "How the hell can he have so many faves?" I guess I have a high threshold when it comes to movies and entertainment, in general. Go ahead, call me a "star fucker". For me, it's all about having a good time, feeling good and enjoying the moment. So, to summarize many of my posts, just sit back, relax and enjoy the show! (read all about it in one of my previous posts, "Entertainment versus the Message"). That's what it's all about for me -- the sheer ecstasy of getting lost for two or three hours. And that's why I have so may faves ... if it's out there, I can usually find something to enjoy about a movie, play, musical, or whatever.

OK, OK, OK -- here's my confession since they seem to be in fashion this month: there's also a certain amount of "that could be me up there on the screen/stage" going through my head. If I hadn't turned out to be an IT guy, "I woulda been a contenda" --- singing and acting my heart out. "The Emperor's New Clothes" and "Brigadoon" barely scratched the surface of my inner ham/performer/entertainer!

Bottom line --- it's impossible to choose an absolute fave when the variety is endless and there's just so much to be enjoyed. Yes, I have a favorite ice cream (coffee) and a favorite meal (rare Prime Rib) and a favorite libation (GIN martini, VERY VERY VERY dry -- actually, make it a Bombay Sapphire on the rocks with 4 olives --- vodka martinis are for girls and cissy boys!). So, please indulge me when I carry on about my "fave" of the moment. It's just impossible to choose.

Anyway, I find it interesting that you have to "confess" your fondness for the "Anne" movies. You certainly can't think that I would ever pass judgement on your likes and dislikes. I've never seen the "Anne" movies but I have heard many wonderful things about them. And even though I've never had a desire to watch those two films, I'm happy to hear that they bring you such joy.

Even more interesting is the fact that if you add these two movies to the list of movies you included in a previous post, it would seem that your taste runs the entire gamut of moviedom. But it's what I would expect from any well-informed and well-rounded human being. Which brings me to my second confession of the evening: I always watch "The Joy Luck Club" when it's shown on the tele. As well as "Now, Voyager". And also "The Day the Earth Stood Still". And I really liked "War of the Worlds" with Tom Cruise (isn't Dakota Fanning the most charming little actress?). So see, you aren't alone out there. There's a bit of something for everyone.

One last point, as a counter-statement to a previous post where I ask why you and I have so much in common. I remember you so well growing up, you had a fondness for the more traditional type of literature, stuff that had a message or had something profound to say. I on the other hand had a taste (and flair) for drama (and melodrama) ... must be my "Judy Garland" gene. But, you know what, based on your statement, I might be inclined to rent the "Anne" movies, just to see what I'm missing.

And finally ... "How does one choose" what to watch tonight?

PS: I watched "American Idol" for the very first time tonight ... I've fallen truly, madly, deeply and desperately in love with Taylor Hicks! Tomorrow night, I get to choose another man to fall in love with.

Truth be told, I love you, Syl --- always have, always will!