Columbine was very funny, and yet often times disconcerting as well. I truly marvel sometimes at what is wrong with our country, and I find it incredibly refreshing to hear someone not try and finger point to video games or the entertainment industry. There are some pointed observations about the media in the U.S. however, and I have heard lately more than once that in most cases it is less about reporting news and more about making news. Making sure we are aware of all these hidden dangers, carcinogens, syringe filled soda cans (sic), etc.

Amélie, on the other hand, is a very simple story, told in an exquisitly beautiful way. The art of this film is so amazing. The scene where Amélie "melts" to the floor is awe-inspiring. She does not merely turn to water and splash on the ground, she turns into a water-color painting and then splashes on the ground.

Amélie also reminded me of something else: what is the deal with big name directors doing popcorn-flicks? I mean, Jean-Pierre Jeunet directed The City of Lost Children and Delicatessen and Alien: Resurrection?!?!?!? And David Fincher, of Fight Club and Se7en fame, directed Alien³!?!? AND, I just found out today, is apparently lined up to direct M:I-3! Is there no reason left in this world?

I think my reality check just bounced.