I love film of almost every genre. My favorites are Indian Cinema, French Cinema, Italian Cinema. The latter 2 most times fall into "Art House Cinema" which I also enjoy to some degree. Outside of these I watch a large number of Independent Film. Little known Directors or Producers.

My friends say I watch films like a director. The 1st viewing I watch for enjoyment. The 2nd I look for the error had in scenes or what appear as a possible error missed by someone editing the film. The 3rd - I watch the director commentary if there is one. the 4th - I go back and watch with new eyes at the scenes I have just watched for subtle things. Perhaps things that may not even have been mentioned in the directors commentary that now come to mind. Then later at a future time again just for fun.

As of late I am now learning Film making. Yes, friends I am venturing into learning film making. (I think it's the most natural step for someone that eats and sleeps film) I have taken advantage of the advent of DV film making as a new and creative format. As well it gives me the chance to play. I look at it this way if I do nothing more than Learn to shoot a decent home video it's all worth it. It's all about living life to it's fullest. This has been the reason for my absence from JAMAN. I am busy with camera in hand and laptop. (makes it difficult to write with the camera in my hand...) I am loving the journey that this is taking me. See you all very soon.

A quick update to all my friends here at Jaman.

I recently received news my mother has ovarian cancer. She is will be starting chemo shortly. Please understand if I haven't added you as a friend or replied to an email it isn't personal. I will be back with my Jaman family as soon as I can.

Lots of love and joy to you all.