Posts Categorized: Music/Books/Movies

When last in Germany, I popped into a music store. I always try to pick up a CD of some popular music of the country I'm in since many times world music selections can be lacking at home (plus it's a relatively cheap souvenir for myself). Prior to my shopping trip, I asked my host… Read more »

Love Me If You Dare (Jeux d'enfants) is one of the coolest movies I've ever seen, and it is easily one of my favorites. The vivid color and unconventional plot are reminiscent of Amelie, everyone's favorite French film, but Love Me If You Dare tells a story all its own. Starring heartthrob Guilluame Canet as… Read more »

From the first 15 minutes, you'll realize that this isn't your stereotypical art house French movie – it's full of action and puts you on the edge of your seat. OK, I have to admit I'm not a huge fan of French movies, but every once in a while I see one that I like…. Read more »