I guess I've just reached a point in life where I don't want to see "entertainment" that is fulll of gratuitous violence (explosions, car chases, gory murders, etc -- all aimed, I think at 17-24 year old guys), depressing or disturbing. If I don't feel reasonably good after watching it, I really wish I hadn't wasted my time.

Unfortunately, some films that fall into those categories are really good films. "One-Hour Photo" was very, very good, but really disturbing. It was also a stunning role for Robin Williams. But, ya know what? I will never watch it again -- ever. I also just recently watched "Schindler's List" which I had been avoiding because it falls into the "depressing" category. Well, with some hope because of the people saved from the camps. Exquisitely filmed, wonderfully acted, well written. I might even consider watching it again sometime, but I doubt it. (Too many films; not enough time.)

"Usual Suspects" -- very violent, but very well crafted film. But again, I probably won't ever willingly watch it again.

All of these I watched recently so I could Freecycle the DVD or videotape. Tom and I are film magnets, but I'm trying to de-accession. (Cubic footage! Cubic footage!) But I'm compulsive and have to watch them before I find new homes for them.

Linn