More often than not, great stuff doesn't get the respect it deserves. I'm going to tell you about two things that aren't getting nearly enough respect.
Grindhouse. A double feature from Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez, a couple of guys who love film and make films not only to make money, but because they love what they do. Grindhouse is not a great film in the sense that it will win any awards, but that's not the point. The point is that Grindhouse is a fun way to spend 3 hours at the movie theatre. I checked my watch once or twice during the show, but never thought about getting up and leaving. I can't say the same about something like Lord of the Rings. Now maybe it was a bad idea to release Grindhouse two days before Easter. Apparently, American movie goers don't go to see horror flicks on Zombie Jesus Day, not sure why. If you haven't seen Grindhouse, go buy a ticket. I think you'll enjoy it.
The Black Donnellys. I should have known that a show about organized crime wouldn't make it on network television. The Black Donnellys is smart, funny, and poignant at times, well written, and well acted with a cast of unknowns. It's a great show, and it's going to fizzle out the remainder of a truncated first (and most likely only) season online at NBC.com. The real kick in the groin is that NBC is pulling the Donnellys to make way for another reality show. If you're like me, and enjoy watching interesting television rather than illiterate bullshit, check out the Donnellys online. Even if you don't want to or can't watch the episodes for some reason, click this link. You'll be supporting great television, and hopefully, helping to bring back The Black Donnellys from an untimely death.
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