Comments on: Maggie Smith on her hit show, ‘Downton Abbey’: ‘I’ve never actually seen it’

By: T.Fanty

T.Fanty — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 13:01:40 +0000

Of course! I know of Shame – this is why one shouldn’t drink and post! I know the book Filth, but didn’t know there was a movie. I’ll check it out.

Let me know what you think of Fingersmith. I LOVED it. I’m now onto her gothic novel, Little Stranger.

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By: GoodCapon

GoodCapon — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 10:27:43 +0000

I agree! The acting (some of it), setting and costumes are divine, the rest… not so much.

Season 2 was the worst. Edith getting it on with that farmer is the shark announcing its arrival to be jumped over.

But my main gripe is the music editing. Three seasons gone and they always, always chop the music as a scene ends; there’s no subtle fading into the background. It’s very distracting IMO.

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By: Maxine

Maxine — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 00:16:35 +0000

I love Downton Abbey and I kind of get tired of people chalking it up to just a “soap opera.” I was a history major in college and one of the things I think is fascinating about the show is how it weaves historical context into the drama. Ponzi scheme anyone.

The show is well done and brings a level of understanding to a period of time that I think needs review. Keep it up Downton.

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By: Shelly

Shelly — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 17:17:49 +0000

I have the same obsession with this show! I don’t care what any critic says, the show brings me a huge amount of joy. It is one show I could watch over and over again and never tire of it. It is like being inside of a long and delicious novel!

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By: j.eyre

j.eyre — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 16:39:43 +0000

T.Fan – what is embarrassing is that I had absolutely nothing to drink last night and I am the one who made the mistakes – gross ones at that.
Shame, of course, is the title of two notable movies – one with the afore mentioned Fassbender and the second with the deity that was Steve McQueen.
Filth is a book by Irvine Welsh (Trainspotting) that was adapted into a movie that stars The Mac. The story is about filth on all levels: literal, physical, sexual, moral, etc. You want and should hate the main character but something deep inside you hopes he comes through which makes McAvoy brilliant casting and I think he can pull it off.
I have put Fingersmith on my GoodReads list and thank you for the suggestion.

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By: T.Fanty

T.Fanty — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 03:10:49 +0000

Miss Eyre,

I am prefacing this by saying that I have had a LOT to drink between my last post and now, so apologies for typos.

ETA stands for “edited to add.”

The Hiddles dark side was a little scandalous, and although it made me a little more appreciative of him, the mummy/son thing got a little weird- those public schoolboys are an odd sort.

I haven’t read Shame. Who is it by? I’ve actually just read Fingersmith by Sarah Waters, which should be on the CB book club list and should also be a movie, preferably starting Ewan it McAvoy as the gentleman. Although in my head, he is rarely gentlemanly. Have you read it? You should.

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By: Princess Lizabeth

Princess Lizabeth — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 01:27:36 +0000

I just love, love, love the show. I lose myself in it. Any flaws that it may have never interfere with my enjoying it. The Dowager Countess is a gem, and I love the interactions between her and Isobel Crawley.

I hope the show will last many more seasons…

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By: j.eyre

j.eyre — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 01:09:27 +0000

First, a dumb question: what does ETA stand for? I only know Estimated Time of Arrival

Yeah, Fassy would be a fun romp but he’s not a bargaining chip for me.

I am not sure about the Mac. It was an interview of him that got me. Somewhere around Wanted, I think. I can’t wait to see Shame. Have you read that book? They don’t make a shower hot enough to wash that off you. And doing MacBeth? I know he did an adaptation for television – is he doing it again? You should watch the other. He plays a chef and well, biscuits will be tingled.

I saw you discovering Hiddles dark side – step back sweetheart. I’ve had him tied to my bedpost for some time now. I not only want him left on the table but I want the rose kept between his teeth. Especially since Kay-Doo seems to be dimming her Hiddles light.

But don’t fret, I am really good about sharing my toys. Now carve yourself some Hiddles as Ewan and I discuss the merits of his having that beard.

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By: T.Fanty

T.Fanty — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 00:40:20 +0000

Fassbender doesn’t do it for me. I loves me some Cumby, but, I would happily sell Jaguar Holmes (on my nights – ECon and I have an arrangement), Ewan, and anyone else you care to consider, down the river for a shot at Toby and McAvoy together. If Fassy’s nice, I’ll let him stand in the corner and serve the boys quartered oranges when they need refreshment.

Btw, when did James MacAvoy get so hot? My loins have been afire for him since that photo yesterday (or possibly since I heard he was doing Macbeth, being the dork that I am).

ETA: Hiddles might be off the table since the last CB post on him possibly revealed his penchant for spanking. I need to keep him close until I’ve finished punishing him for his twitter.

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By: LAK

LAK — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 00:30:57 +0000

I always think she looks so attractive now she’s older. It’s completely superficial i know but some people have old faces which don’t make sense until they are physically old. see also Clooney and Judi Dench. Conversely you also have people who have young faces that are super cute when they are young and make no sense at all when they are past a certain age and older e.g. Selena Gomez, Macualay Culkin, Haley Joel Osment

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