The Evelyn Waugh-article in yesterday's Guardian, is well worth a read. Being an arrogant, slightly racist twat does not exclude an interesting thought-process and amusing habits, as well as competent craftmanship. Again, Birth of a Nation can be watched with amazement at the skill, yet with a clear knowledge and opinion on subject treatment. Should you avoid Triumph of the Will ? Possibly, but you should also acknowledge the fact that Leni Riefenstahl was an accomplished film-maker and a succesful woman in a man's world.


*Ponder Paul Bettany as Charles Ryder...drool...offer Tinka my firstborn for the information*
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