the boy in me remains a sucker for these retro-futuristic adventures. a global warming experiment goes awry and leaves the survivors of the resulting ice-age stranded on a perpetual motion train of 1001 carriages. the revolution (it’s french after all) that results from the inevitable disparity in classes between coaches is what makes up most of the rest of the story. what is of greater interest to me though, is the way movies like these get railroaded (mind the pun) by the mainstream media. this cross-cultural collusion of jacques lob and jean-marc rochette’s post-apocalyptic french graphic novel ‘le transperceneige’ with bong joon-ho’s south korean production in english, is a prime example of the migration of block buster cinematographic mainstream away from the hollywood producers’ monopoly, towards global collaborations which might see an end to the tired one-sided moralistic dribble. besides, the movie adaptation called ‘snowpiercer’ also stars my one of my favorites; tilda swinton and i can only hope the chill lives up to the chase.
LB Louis Boshoff
Cine-Internationalism
Stupidity & Sensitivity
Since it’s nearly impossible to gauge each individual’s level of sensitivity or stupidity, I’d rather play it safe and classify this site as suitable for adults only. Although that term is still nebulous to me, the responsibility remains that of the viewer.
Curating & Criticism
The identification and definition of creativity are two different things. Challenging conventional interpretations and perspectives expands its validity and effect. I am convinced that collaborations and participation across creative industries allow for discovering a greater realisation of our potential.
Art & Collecting
I love mixing styles and textures, media and materials. But I believe in respecting personality when it comes to choosing work. There is of course the investment angle which is too boring to discuss here….or anywhere really. It is important to remember that when you live with art, it should be alive to you. That is to say it needs to move you. You need to have an affair with it.
Fashion & Architecture
Starting with the roof over your head and the clothes on your back. These are the things we inhabit. Without entering into the fashion vs trend debate. They also shape our sensibilities and the way we present ourselves.
Design & Function
Whether colour or form is your thing. Pattern or plain. What we choose to live with can make our lives easier or more challenging. Consider your commitment and convince yourself.
Gardens & Flowers
Since Eden it has been a fascination, inspiration, an indulgence of kings and common gardeners, a joy. No home is complete without it. Whether you go for potted, landscaped or organic, dry or shade, just go for it.
Treasures & Trash
Most of which are filed under S for sentimental. I respect that.
Heirlooms. Bargains. Souvenirs. Gifts. Curiosities. Found Objects. Impulse Buys.
Never hide what’s important or meaningful. Denial is a very ugly word.
History & Reality
Get to know yourself and others. As much as we live in the same world, everyone has their own version of it. Live up to yours, never fear your dreams and ideals lest they remain aspirations forever.