hahaha

Chris: In the terms of "glaringly obvious moment[s] of humor," perhaps the limo scene is alone. But I think the humor in the film comes mostly in the subtle form of irony and the laying bare of our (human) actions/interactions. Look at all this pomp and self-importance and petty desires. Look at how vapid and lacking it all is. We are silly creatures. In the end, what is important? Hint: how to Justine and Claire act in their final minutes?

I'm confused by your question, "Can we all agree that Justine's depression is due to a mental condition?" What else could it be? Maybe we are approaching "depression" differently.

This is one of the best introductions to depression I've come across. If I could make this short lecture required viewing for everyone before they graduate college, I would. Sorry, I know this is getting away from film talk.



I meant to suggest that the Montaigne quote should be viewed in the framework of the entire film. I don't think Justine "carries this out" either. That's the whole point. We're all going to be hit by Melancholia (re: depression and death) so why not shed our pretensions and recognize that life is both comical and beautiful?  

Anyway, these are quick thoughts on the post Chris just put up. I reserve the right to change/alter/backtrack at will when I re-read this later.
--------------
I've got a copy of ONLY ANGELS HAVE WINGS that John loaned to me two weeks ago. The plan is to watch it soon - hopefully before Chris writes about it.

I also watched BRIEF ENCOUTER (which I loved) and SLEEPING BEAUTY (which I'm "meh" about) that I need to post on.

Jason, your posts on MEEK'S CUTOFF are interesting. I'll try to engage you and Chris about the movie soon.

Got to run now.

Sometimes spam comments are simply amazing. Check out this one I just deleted:

He managed to learn everything and everyone. You can travel in time or on the Internet and can call any person of the President of God to Brad Pitt.