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Definitely getting tickets the moment they are available to order on August 21. Also, I am going to see if I can attend the gala dinner as well.

9th place… I am one of the 2nd prize winners!!!!

“I know, but they’re all dead.”

9th place… I am one of the 2nd prize winners!!!!

9th place… I am one of the 2nd prize winners!!!!

9th place… I am one of the 2nd prize winners!!!!

9th place… I am one of the 2nd prize winners!!!!

9th place… I am one of the 2nd prize winners!!!!

9th place… I am one of the 2nd prize winners!!!!

Not kidding! I got a text notification saying as such. I claimed 2nd prize, and filled out the form providing name, address, phone number. It will arrive in 6-8 weeks.

9th place… I am one of the 2nd prize winners!!!!

9th place… I am one of the 2nd prize winners!!!!

I'm kinda surprised there has not been a discussion topic about Ludwig Goransson's score to Black Panther. For those who have seen the latest chapter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, what was your impression of the score? I feel not only is Black Panther another fantastic entry in Marvel Studios' repertoire; it is a little more than that. Black Panther is a history-making film in the way it presents itself, from the characters, cultural influence and iconography, to the story. I was amazed, not just as a fan of Marvel Studios, having seen all the films since the beginning with Iron Man, but as a film enthusiast in general.
 
The score adds to this as well. Ludwig Goransson's use of African instrumentation and chorus combined with traditional western orchestra makes it stand out. I was also fond of his use of techno beat and rhythm in combination with brass, string and choir for the character of Killmonger. T'Challa's theme is the definitive highlight of the score. I was amazed at how much research Goransson put into crafting the score, even going to South Africa to look into the music. One of my favorite tracks is "Wakanda." That vocal solo by Baaba Maal gives me chills. The images that accompany the track in the film are phenomenal.
 
Ryan Coogler and all involved really made a great film. Anyway, those are just some of my reactions to Black Panther.

That was a nice interview with Steven Spielberg, and a good first-half of the interview with both Steven and the Maestro. I can’t wait to watch the rest of the interview next week, though this time I will wait until it is uploaded on YouTube and watch it the next day instead of watching The Late Night Show on-air.

I love this man. He really is the greatest.

I love this man. He really is the greatest.

I love this man. He really is the greatest.

I love this man. He really is the greatest.

I love this man. He really is the greatest.

I just got back from seeing The Fabelmans. This was definitely Steven Spielberg’s most personal film, and certainly one of his best films, though I expected nothing less from Mr. Spielberg. I have to say that this was the best film to come out this year. I hope it gets the recognition it deserves; it was very heartfelt, moving, with plenty of funny moments and a lot of depth and drama. I can’t wait to see it again; heck, I can’t wait until I get it on 4K Blu-Ray, as I also want to know about the making of the film.

I just got back from seeing the film. Holy cow, I did not except the 2012 Blu-Ray to be instantly put to shame. This is the best the film has ever looked and sounded. Regarding HFR, there were only a few instances of exterior shots of the Titanic, visual effects, that utilized HFR, and it was to the film’s advantage; and, it was not a distraction at all. The majority of the film retained its original 24 fps. Picture: the 4K restoration is amazing. The 3D conversion was jaw-dropping; an unforgettable experience. Not to mention that the sound was impactful in the right moments. When this restoration gets its eventual 4K Blu-Ray release, I am easily swapping the 2012 Blu-Ray.
 

There was no motion judder at all.

I just got back from seeing the film. Holy cow, I did not except the 2012 Blu-Ray to be instantly put to shame. This is the best the film has ever looked and sounded. Regarding HFR, there were only a few instances of exterior shots of the Titanic, visual effects, that utilized HFR, and it was to the film’s advantage; and, it was not a distraction at all. The majority of the film retained its original 24 fps. Picture: the 4K restoration is amazing. The 3D conversion was jaw-dropping; an unforgettable experience. Not to mention that the sound was impactful in the right moments. When this restoration gets its eventual 4K Blu-Ray release, I am easily swapping the 2012 Blu-Ray.
 

There was no motion judder at all.