Art-Peeter Roosve
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So, to put it simply (and slightly cheesily) I'm fascinated with life. And, well, writing about films, TV shows, video games, music, travelling, philosophy and Formula 1 among other is a fun way to explore it.
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Finding Inspiration in a Limbo Between Reality and Fantasy
As someone who loves to write about and generally immerse myself in the world of fiction and fantasy, there have been instances (rare ones), where I have felt the the need to rationalise all of it. As if to convince myself that there is more to exploring fantasy than just fun. And indeed, one could make strong arguements on how it's not an escape from reality, but a way of understanding it. Or, how fantasy reveals the truth, which reality obscures (and etc.).
By Art-Peeter Roosve8 years ago in Wheel
'The World Is Not Enough'— A Christmas Carol 007 Style
This holiday season, as I was constructing my annual #Christmasmovie binge list, a Bond fan in me asked: Is there a #Bondmovie one could watch in the holiday spirit? And, well, it dawned on me rather quickly that one of my favourites — The World Is Not Enough — not only takes place around Christmastime, but actually ends with Bond's idea of a #Christmas celebration.
By Art-Peeter Roosve8 years ago in Geeks
My Observations on Movie Franchises Part One: Lessons Learned from Two Great Trilogies
As far as movies go, we are obviously living in an era of franchises. It seems that everything that has a following and is remotely profitable, could become one. From a profit point of view it makes total sense and honestly, although everything has it' s pros and cons, I rather like this trend. I like the whole world building that comes along with a franchise. I also like the fact that it enables filmmakers to use the full potential of what a certain fictional universe has to offer by being able to fully explore and open the characters and ideas that come along with it.
By Art-Peeter Roosve8 years ago in Geeks
Four 'Star Wars' Memories That Have Helped to Define Me as a Person and a Film Fan
To me, Star Wars defines why I love movies. Firstly, of course, it's the escapism, which diving into such a vast, detailed and fascinating fictional universe offers. However, and perhaps more importantly, it's also the way it works as this mirror for real life moral struggles and emotions in general. You see, there is something special or refreshing about seeing these relatable themes and moments unfold in a setting, which is so far away from reality, and yet, they still feel real.
By Art-Peeter Roosve8 years ago in Futurism
'You Either Die a Hero or Live Long Enough to See Yourself Become the Villain' — 3 Different TV Shows That Did Not Know When to Quit
TV - still the "go to" format when one really wants to explore a fictional universe in depth. However, it is difficult to pinpoint the right moment when to stop exploring.
By Art-Peeter Roosve8 years ago in Geeks
'Star Wars: Rogue One' Reshoots — Setting the Precedent
Upon hearing the news that Rogue One: A Star Wars Story is reportedly "in crisis", with Disney ordering expensive reshoots of the franchise's first spin-off, I was not worried. Reshoots have happened to many movies that, in the end, turned out great and probably just needed little tweaking. What got me slightly worried though, is the supposed reason behind the reshoots - an effort to lighten the tone of the film... a film that is supposed to be a war film.
By Art-Peeter Roosve8 years ago in Futurism
5 Movies That I Appreciate More Than Enjoy Watching
We can all relate to enjoying movies that objectively, we acknowledge to have some major flaws in them. But we just don't care about it because of the enjoyment - a guilty pleasure. But what if it is the other way around - You watch a movie that you appreciate immensely on an objective level, but just don't find it that enjoyable for you personally - not your cup of tea so to say.
By Art-Peeter Roosve8 years ago in Geeks
Lack of Originality in the World of Movies: Should We Be Worried About It?
The recent negative backlash to the new "Ghostbusters" trailer, what by now can almost be called "the Ghostbusters trailer saga", has once again reminded us of the interesting place where the world of movies is at the moment: Trying to find more and more original and inventive ways to remain unoriginal.
By Art-Peeter Roosve8 years ago in Geeks
A Great Insight Into How Your Favourite Actors or Actresses Approach and Feel About Their Work — 5 Brilliant Sources for It
In my previous article I talked about the reasons why the movie star phenomenon is on the decline and why, even though it is an extremely positive trend since people are more aware of all the different elements of movies, a famous actors or actresses involvement in a movie still has it's role to play.
By Art-Peeter Roosve8 years ago in Geeks
