Swede This
I sweded myself. You can too!
Source: Ashley GrashawSo I finally saw Be Kind Rewind last weekend. It's Michel Gondry's latest film, starring Jack Black and Mos Def. I liked this movie for several reasons:
A) Delectable cast. The Jack Black/Mos Def pairing was a brilliant move; and Danny Glover, Mia Farrow, and Melonie Diaz dazzled in supporting roles.
B) Inspiration. In my opinion, BKR is a shining beacon of hope for low-budget, aspiring filmmakers -- proof that good, smart films don't necessarily need mega bucks. A little creativity and humor can go a long way.
C) VHS tapes and independent video stores. A sweet nod to the movie medium of the 80s, and a nostalgic look back at life before Blockbuster, Netflix, et al.
and, lastly, my favorite,
D) Sweding. A new concept that basically amounts to inserting yourself into your favorite films -- re-making them with whatever props you have lying around, until the end result is a new movie based on the old one. I would love to swede The Princess Bride -- who can resist Inigo Montoya and Miracle Max?
What movies would you swede? And what treatment would you give them?
Tags: Be Kind Rewind | Jack Black | Michel Gondry | Mos Def | The Princess Bride | sweding
10:15 AM ET | 03-12-2008 | permalink
