When I was watching "Sunset Blvd.", I couldn't help thinking of "Mulholland Dr.". These two films resemble each other in not only the names and locations but also in their equally witty plots, profound satires and powerful casts. Of course the latter, after fifty years of evolution of film as an art and as an industry, is more sophisticated in technologies and story-telling techniques which are unique to films as opposed to, e.g., plays. It is a pleasure to compare them.
For those of you who *actually* followed my story, I apologize: I lied, to some extent, when I said my next stop was Nice. In fact I arrived at Nice at night after a very enjoyable, and amazingly fast TGV ride. But I took a day trip to Monaco the very next day. Les Casinos de Monte-Carlo Originally uploaded by yisu1979 In case you haven't know, the Principality of Monaco is a city state with a constitutional monarchy. There are two ways to get there from Nice: a €1,5(!), 40-minute bus or a €5, 15-minute train. I took the bus not because it was cheaper but because I thought the bus ride would have much better views en route given it went along the coast line. I was *so* right. The first thing you saw after arrival was the world famous black tie required casino. Did I remember to wear black tie to get in for the allegedly exquisite interior? Are you kidding me? Symbol of Monte-Carlo Originally uploaded by yisu1979 The whole state of Monaco is built on a mountai...
Comments