Since moving up to The Bulkley Valley 2 years ago I see most movies on dvd months after their theatre release dates.
One of these movies is Doubt, starring Meryl Streep, Philip Seymour Hoffman & Amy Adams.
I had seen the trailer for this movie quite awhile ago and thought it seemed pretty dark and heavy. Also the fact that Doubt is set within the realm of the Catholic ministry didn't make it seem that appealing either.
But, after having one of those days at the video store where nothing seems viewable you break down. What's on the rack?
You have to figure with the assembled cast, Doubt must have some good qualities.
It does. For starters, Doubt looks amazing. Whoever is the D.O.P.(?) is a master. Every scene looks great.
Set in 1964, the story centers on a nun who confronts a priest after suspecting him of abusing a black student. He denies the charges, and much of the play's quick-fire dialogue tackles themes of religion, morality, and authority. Doubt starts slow and climaxes on a complex set of allegations and assumptions held by a religion that is based on old ideas.
The story is as much about a priest within the church starting to challenge the catholic ideals as it is about child abuse.
Great acting (obviously) and a real trip into heart of a 1964 Catholic school dealing with their first black student and an over protective priest.
Not for everyone. But if you like it serious every now and then maybe you will. I did.

Not that there are any surfers who smoke weed, but it must be the fantasy of some herb loving surfer to shoot a tube on the worlds largest bud. Well thanx to Japanese streetwear connoisseurs Nitraid & Quicksilver, that stoner fantasy has become reality. Don't worry. I'm pretty sure that's medical marijuana.

I didn't really check what the media reaction was to Manchester United's loss at this years Champions League final but I think Sir Alex is probably questioning himself about his starting lineup.
I think Man U might have had a better result starting Carlos Tevez. Starting the game with an offensively gifted player like Berbatov on the bench seems odd now as well.
I like the pretty much finished, Ryan Giggs, but he didn't start many games this season. So why now? Why change it up for the biggest game of the season?
I enjoyed the game. I feel as though I'm a Man United fan but I generally cheer for the underdog.
I'm definitely a fan Barca's style of football and watching Carles Puyol play at Camp Nou last year was a highlight of my history as a sports fan.
Barca are worthy of the trophy regardless of the fact that I don't think they should even be in the final. Poor officiating helped them defeat Chelsea in the semi finals to get to the final and win one footballs greatest trophies.


Carlos Tevez