Apocalypto

Now I feel bad for making fun of this movie. I just watched it and really liked it. Whether or not you like Mel Gibson, this is a great film. Of course there is a ton of criticism about portraying the Mayans as "savage." Well they were kind of. As were the Romans, the Crusades, etc. I don't think Mel is trying to say that savageness is ALL the Mayans were about. It's a wonderful story - thrilling, beautifully filmed, engrossing, etc. I've also seen some criticism about the historical inaccuracies in the film. It's a good thing I don't get my history from films, huh? I didn't EXPECT it to be a documentary - it's a movie. If you want the "real" history go buy a book or something.

Had a really nice weekend with the folks. So good to get out of town and just relax for a few days.