July 16, 2013

The Incongrous Six Degrees of Separation

Can be Disturbing
An interesting theory that postulates that everyone and everything is six or fewer steps away from another person. As such, a chain of statements such as an introduction can connect people in six steps.

This movie shows how the persona of Will Smith and his undoings could bring people who are strangers together for better or worse.

Though disturbing to some extent, it actually can be mind-blogging as the characters reflect on their lives.

Stars Donald Sutherland as the art wheeler-dealer, his wife Stockard Channing and the adorable Will Smith who made it all possible.







Stella Bridger's Italian Job

Suspenseful
This a is a good remake of the original movie of 1969.

Though Mark Wahlberg may not be as 'naughty' as that young Michael Caine persona in the earlier movie, he does pass muster.

Absolutely charming
Adding to the action is of course that vivacious attractive Southern African belle, Chalize Theron as Stella.

You will find also a younger Jason Statham, as usual showing off his driving skills.

Captivating
More up-to-date on technology but no cliff-hanger here.

Still watchable fare.