My sister and I wanted to try cooking [and perhaps a little bit of baking] during this long "seclusion" at home. But because of this impending vacation that we will be having this month, I cannot just splurge my money over food. So, I just resorted to buying a few munchies in case we'd have a movie marathon over the long weekend. Better safe than sorry, right?
Anyway, that's what we did. Well, it was not a marathon, technically, since we didn't watch one movie after the other. However, watching one movie each day for 3 days [series is the word that comes to mind] can also give a "marathon atmosphere/feel," right?
My parents asked me what movies they could get to watch over holy week. I looked at the DVD compilation my brother did months ago in case the parental units are in the mood for a movie or two. First movie I saw was Julie & Julia. Who could say no to a Meryl Streep movie? And since Mom liked Amy Adams in Enchanted, I reckon that this is a must watch for them. This movie was based from this blog Julie Powell created for the love of food, cooking, and,well, wanting to accomplish something at the age of 30. Thank goodness my parents weren't disappointed. Mom kept saying that Amy Adams is a hearty eater practically throughout the movie. She and Dad ceaselessly praised Meryl Streep's portrayal of Julia Child in the movie. I have to say, she is really enchanting in this movie. But what is more enchanting here is the food they are cooking and baking and eating, Julia and Julie's kitchen [even if Julie considered it shabby on her standards, I'd be happy to have a kitchen like that!], and of course, 1940 Paris! We feel that this is a long movie. But I enjoyed every bit of it[and I believe Mom and Dad did, too]. I have come to realize that it may be an interesting thing to try my hand on the kitchen every now and then [maybe after this vacay, when I don't need to be too frugal with my paycheck]. Also, I have come to terms with myself that should I create a new blog [most likely in tumblr], I should have a main theme--perhaps like, things I did, or wanted to do to bring that passion back, or something like that...whatever that means! LOL.
The following night, Mom and Dad asked for another movie to watch. I suggested another Meryl Streep movie. To be honest, this is like a "suntok sa buwan" suggestion, not knowing whether this is a must watch or what. But then after Julie and Julia, I can sort of conclude that you could never go wrong with a Meryl Streep movie.I am glad this movie didn't disappoint us. Meryl's facial expression is so priceless! I love her happy disposition in this movie. So darn contagious, I have to say. Alec Baldwin has an unforgettable line here. It made me laugh like hell. The unforgettable line? "What is with the ''big guy''? Is it because I'm fat,or is it a term of endearment?" If I were Meryl, i would definitely say the latter! haha!
And yes, this film again involves food! And Meryl has a more modern, spacious kitchen this time, the parents fell in love with it [don't worry, Mom, just pray that I get rich so that we can have a kitchen like Meryl in this movie!]. The food, however, is more on the sweet side since Meryl's character owns a bake shop that has all the sweet pastries that you could practically imagine! Chocolate croissant piqued my interest. I wonder what is the degree of difficulty if I try to bake it...:P
I am going to save the best for last. I have first seen this movie on last year's Eiga Sai
in the city. I remembered arriving late on this movie, but I loved every moment of it, nevertheless. And thanks to the power of cyberspace, I found a subbed copy of this film. I think I've watched this flick more than 5 times already, and it always feels like I'm watching it for the first time. I have to say, this movie epitomizes a feel good movie. Not because it mainly involves food, but everything is just so laid back, from the characters down to the setting and the pacing of the movie. And let's not forget the featured food, too, especially the rice balls. Yum yum! The kitchen of the main character, Sachie, [in her diner] is my dream kitchen now. Simple, but the blue and white mixture is just so relaxing you want to cook there the whole day and night. Mom saw a few scenes of the kitchen and the pots, pans, and griller/grill pan caught her attention. She said that we should slowly buy those one by one to be able to try those recipes we long to try. Well, that is going to be a major project, I should say!I have to say that these past 3 days was a good food trip without the food. It would have been better if we also did a food trip of our own, but I am happy that these movies made me realize why I love food and eating. Food not only satisfies my monstrous appetite, but it soothes a tired and aching soul, especially on a super, super bad day. And the best part there is, it is so good sharing it with people that matters to you most.
And with that,I shall start collecting more film that revolves around food from now on!
And I shall start cooking more, too! Bon appetit!
