Golden Globes Red Carpet

Kicking off the 2014 red carpet award season is the 71st Golden Globe Awards! 

My top 3 picks:

Michelle Dockery in Oscar de la Renta (I love the shape of the dress, the color and the hi-low hem)

Yes for "No"!

No

If you're interested in political films then I highly recommend "No" by  Pablo Larrain. I found out about this film while looking at other films that Gael Garcia Bernal was in. I just love him! He hasn't disappoint me in the three movies I've seen him in thus far (Y Tu Mamá También, The Motorcycle Diaries,  Mammoth). 

Here's the synopsis: "Military dictator Augusto Pinochet calls for a referendum to decide his permanence in power in 1988, the leaders of the opposition persuade a young daring advertising executive - René Saavedra - to head their campaign. With limited resources and under the constant scrutiny of the despot's watchmen, Saavedra and his team conceive of a bold plan to win the election and free their country from oppression." - IMDB

I didn't know anything about Chilean politics so it was a good history lesson. The film was actually shot in betamax which gives it an authentic 80's look, almost documentary-like feel. As well, there were real life images and video clips which seamlessly integrated with the filmed shots. Some people may not like it and think it's low budget compared to today's visual standard however I really appreciated it. Maybe it's just the vintage lover in me? I felt like I had jumped in a time machine to a world that wasn't really all that long ago.

What's also great is the subject of the film. Democracy, hope and the power of the people are all still very relevant in today's world. Is that a good thing? I mean...it's sad that we still have so many people living in oppression. I hope to one day live in a world where everyone is free. Ok, I'll leave this post on that sappy note.

xo,
K

ps - Happy New Years!