What fictional characters gave you nightmares during your childhood?
GodDemonsThe DevilOf course since ridding myself of religious delusion I no longer fear these things, since you cant fear someone that doesn't exist.To those theists who are absolutely convinced that a god and demons do exist, I’ve tested this theory every day for about a year and a half…I made a Ouija board and I’ve left it in my downstairs lounge. So far no demons or spirits have manifested or done anything in my house.I have tarot cards which I randomly deal out to see what happens. So far, nothing.I invited a friend of mine who’s a witch to my home who proceeded to burn a bible. Nothing happened.Another witch came weeks later and cursed my home (upon my request). She was quite puzzled why I’d ask her to.Still - nothing. (Well, I did lose internet connection for two days when the United Utilities men drilled through a cable outside but that was it).Why, it’s almost as if demons and spirits dont exist!
What’s the saddest song you’ve ever heard?
The Ballad of Sam Stone (There's a Hole in Daddy's Arm) by John Prine:Sam StoneCame homeTo his wife and family After serving in the conflict overseas.And the time that he had served Had shattered all his nervesAnd left a little shrapnel in his knee.But the morphine eased the painAnd the grass grew 'round his brainAnd gave him all the confidence he lackedWith a Purple Heart and a monkey on his back.(chorus)There's a hole in daddy's armWhere all the money goesJesus Christ died for nothingI suppose.Little pitchers have big earsNever stop to count the years.Sweet songs never last too long on Broken radios.Sam Stone's welcome home Didn't last very longHe went to work when he'd spentHis last dime.And Sammy took to stealin'When he got that empty feelin'For a hundred dollar habitWithout overtime.But the gold rushed through his veinsLike a thousand railroad trainsAnd eased his mind in the moments that he chose,While the kids ran 'round wearing other people's clothes.(chorus)Sam Stone was alone When he popped his last balloon.Climbing walls while sitting in his chair.And he played his last request In a room smelled just like deathAnd an overdose hoverin' in the air.But life had lost its fun,And nothing could be done,'Cept to trade his house he got on the GI BillFor a flag-draped casket on a local heroes' hill.(chorus)
What movies can you watch all the time and never get tired of watching?
Pulp FictionPulp Fiction (1994)My views: Combination of violence and bold dialogues. Having watched it over 10 times already and can still go more. This is one of the movies which never bore and remains as fresh as when you had watched it the first time. Basic reason for me liking it is basically it’s dialogues and the way story reveals itself leaving you in awe and THE SOUNDTRACK (Addictive AF).Synopsis:The lives of two mob hit men, a boxer, a gangster's wife, and a pair of diner bandits intertwine in four tales of violence and redemption.2. Baby DriverBaby Driver (2017)My views: Style over Substance, well not really. This movie gets you the adrenaline gush you always looked for in a movie, everything’s choreographed on the beat of the background score, be it the chase scene, or people talking in the background, etc. And the soundtrack, perfect choice of the songs in every scene.Synopsis:After being coerced into working for a crime boss, a young getaway driver finds himself taking part in a heist doomed to fail.3. Gangs of WasseypurGangs of Wasseypur (2012)My Views: One of a kind Indian Mafia style movie. Be it storytelling, acting and soundtrack, all fit perfectly within each scene. *gasp*Synopsis:A clash between Sultan and Shahid Khan leads to the expulsion of Khan from Wasseypur, and ignites a deadly blood feud spanning three generations.A few other movies worth repetitive watch are:La La Land (2016)The Dark Knight (2008) (This is more than a superhero movie and that’s why it’s one of the greatest and fresh to watch every time)Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010) (Visually fantastic)Whiplash (2014)The Godfather Trilogy (Except the third part)The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) (Cringe-Worthy and entertaining)Inception (2010)(Even though a heavy on mind to watch)Good Will Hunting (1997)12 Angry Men (1957) (A One room based movie)Goodfellas (1990)Pirates of the Caribbean trilogyPlanet of the Apes Trilogy(2011–2017)PS: Also any movie directed by Quentin Tarantino and Edgar Wright(except Ant-Man where he only got to do the screenplay) is worth multiple watch.These are few of the lot and can watch it all the time and not get bored.