He has a radio program on WXOU out of Oakland University
Wild At Heart
Didn't get home in time to put this on my typical Monday blog so here it is today. The movie "Fish Tank" is playing at the Main Art Theatre and is coming off a few impressive awards including the Jury Prize at Cannes and the 2010 BAFTA for Best British Film. The movie focuses on Mia (Katie Jarvis in her first role), a volatile 15-year-old who lives with her single mother Joanne and younger sister Tyler. Neglected by her frequently drunk mother, Mia is a loner who is angry at the world and gets into trouble at every turn. Her only outlet is street dancing which she practices alone in a deserted flat. One day her mother brings home her new boyfriend, Connor (Michael Fassbender) who is charming and appears to want to be a father figure to the two children but seems a little too distracted by Mia as she walks around the house in revealing clothes. He encourages Mia to pursue a dancing audition and things for the family seem to be becoming more normal when he seduces young Mia. The next day he is gone and Mia tracks him down to his other life. Katie Jarvis really stands out in this role esp since she doesn't have an acting background but was discovered arguing with her boyfriend in Tilbury Town railway station by one of the casting producers. Her performance, enhanced by the smarmy Fassbender, bring a realness to this film that is captivating. The film itself was actually filmed in chronological order with the actors getting their scripts each week so they don't know their characters full arc until it happens. This movie does focus on some unsettling lives since none of the characters are role models but when the movie is done, you can feel that their is some hope that Mia will turn her life around. I very nice indie movie for those that enjoy movies like "Sex, Lies, and Videotape". My grade is an B.
Also, if you are in withdrawal from the Olympic coverage, the Detroit Curling Club is opening its doors in support of the huge growth of interest in curling following the Olympic Games. They are offering you a chance to learn the fundamentals of the game including on-ice delivery and sweeping instruction. On Sunday, March 14 from 12 noon-4PM, you can go out and try your hand at throwing some stones! A nomial fee of $5 per person will be charged for instruction and you must be 18 years or older or accompanied by an adult to participate. No reservations accepted as it's "first come, first curl"! Bring loose fitting pants and carry a pair of clean tennis shoes. They also nicely ask that you do not wear the tennis shoes you will be wearing on the ice into the club. The Detroit Curling Club is located in nearby Ferndale, several blocks northeast of the corner of 9 Mile road and Hilton Road at 1615 E Lewiston.
