In the Loop

A little while ago, I saw In the Loop. The film came out last year and is a comedic, but serious look at the governments of the United States and the United Kingdom over the course of several days. The Prime Minister and President each want a war. The British Minister for International Development states on the radio that war is unforeseeable. He later recants and states that "to walk the road of peace, sometimes we need to be ready to climb the mountain of conflict." Both pro and anti-war factions from each government begin maneuvering in response.

This film had a magnificent cast. Peter Capaldi, Gina McKee, Tom Hollander, Mimi Kennedy, Anna Chlumsky, and James Gandolfini were all especially good. The dialogue was witty, and everyone involved was really able to pull it off.

I would definitely recommend this film. It is definitely a must-see!

The Devil's Whore

Set between the years 1642 and 1660, "The Devil's Whore" charts the progress of the English Civil War through the eyes of a 17 year old girl, the fictional Angelica Fanshawe.

This was a really interesting film to watch. One of the problems with the American school system is that I have learned many different aspects of American history over and over again to the point of being quite bored. Very little of the history of other countries is taught in American school systems. I found this film to be quite interesting. In fact, most of what I know of British history, I learn from films (should I be embarrassed to admit this?).

This story was beautifully captured on film, and the cast was absolutely magnificent. Andrea Riseborough played the fictional Angelica Fanshawe, Dominic West played Oliver Cromwell, John Simm played Edward Sexby, Michael Fassbender played Thomas Rainsborough, and Peter Capaldi played King Charles I.

This miniseries is definitely a must-see. I hope you enjoy!