Proof, DVD

Proof, 2005

This is a fine performance by Gwyneth Paltrow.  Anthony Hopkins and Jake Gyllenhaal do their parts, but Gwyneth really nails this roll.

Gwyneth Paltrow plays Cathrine who just lost her father and needs to face her owns demons.  There are lots of flash backs and you need to pay attention.

This is an intellectual movie centered around a math proof, but in reality it is a lot more.  This is a drama so it can be slow at times.  There are also math jokes.

4/5 for this one.  Overall this is a well directed movie, the story is interesting, the acting is good, it isn’t great, but it is better than average.  Keep in mind it is a drama.

If you want to know more check out the information at IMDB.

proof sketch
proof sketch

Girl, Interrupted – DVD

Girl, Interrupted 1999, staring Winona Ryder and Angelina Jolie

Excellent Film, highly suggested.

Susanna (Winona Ryder) checks into a mental hospital for a little rest, a break from life.  She gets swept up by the charismatic Lisa (Angelina Jolie).  Angelina plays crazy well.

This film has a great cast, not only Winona and Angelina, but Whoopi Goldberg and a few other gems.  You get to see a full array of crazy.  You also get to watch a young woman literally choose between crazy and insane.  Which way will she go?

5/5 on this film.  Girl, Interrupted is well directed with excellent acting.  The storyline flows nicely.  You find yourself swept up in it.  You get a dash of history.  I highly suggest watching this film for anyone over 13.

Want to know more?  Check out IMBD.

Girl, Interrupted cover sketch
Girl, Interrupted cover sketch

Doritos and Peppers

Doritos, Peppers, and Cheese

Having a party, or just a after school or work snack and you need this little treat.

Gather the following ingredients:

Doritos
Cheddar Cheese
Hot Peppers

Cookie sheet

Arrange the Doritos upon the cookie sheet without too much overlapping.

Sprinkle the Cheddar Cheese over the top.

Spoon hot peppers over the top as desired.
– I got mine at Pot Belly, but they sell jars of peppers, cauliflower, carrots, etc. at the grocers as well. You can also use jalapenos.

Preheat oven to 325 degrees.

Melted cheddar cheese over hot peppers and Doritos.
Melted cheddar cheese over hot peppers and Doritos.

Cook the chips for 3-4 minutes until the cheese melts. Any longer and the chips will burn.