D finshed the book this afternoon, and we watched the movie tonight. After finishing it, we both sat back, disappointed. I understand that book adaptations are difficult. I understand that there are so many moments that are sacred to the reader. But there were moments in the movie that made no sense unless you had read the books. When Lupin turns into the werewolf and is struggling against Sirius, Sirius exclaims “You didn’t take your potion, did you?” That phrase doesn’t make sense unless you know that Snape was the one helping Lupin with those potions to maintain the beast within him. The film felt like random moments, lacking cohesiveness and a full fleshed out story. Taking out certain aspects, like the relation between Lupin, Black, and Pettigrew (specifically with the map) left me feeling flat. That was one of my favorite things about Book 3. So, I didn’t like it.

What I did love was the Demetors. They were portrayed beautifully. The Patronus charm, also goregous!! I also liked Buckbeak and I did like the new Dumbledore, although I thought he should have been more present in the film. But he possesses a kind of mischevious glint that makes his character more…well… Dumbledore-ish. Snape, fucking perfect. And the Weasley twins are quite good looking (and I feel so dirty saying that!) The Knight Bus, also very well done.

So there were aspects of this film that I really liked, but the story just seemed too disjointed for me. I hope that Book 4 (my favorite so far… but I’m not done with 6 yet) makes me happier….

D and I also watched Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless mind - I loved it! I was told that it was sad, but I completly disagree. I thought there was a bittersweetness to the end that really made sense. I’m not a fan of Jim Carrey’s comedy, but his face was perfect for revealing the torture and despair that plagued his character. I think this is one we shall have to purchase.

Tomorrow I head back to the doctor to find out the results of the surgery, and what my future holds in terms of my reproductive system. I could care less if they yank the whole bloody thing out, just leave me my ovaries so I have some estrogen left. We all know I am too testosterone ridden as it is.

Sweet dreams to all…and again…. send some kind of love to those who are about to get battered by Hurricane Katrina. I have a feeling they are going to need all the help they can get.