Month: February 2025

  • Jumbo-Tron

    I attended the Lady Gators basketball game against Mississippi State, and it was an electrifying finish that ended with a buzzer-beater. The crowd erupted into cheers, and everyone was on their feet.

    The game was entertaining, especially since we were seated right on the sideline behind the west hoop. This gave us a perfect view of the Mississippi State bench and their coaching staff, adding to the intensity of the experience.

    One of my biggest takeaways from the game was observing the fans’ reactions when they appeared on the jumbo-tron. It’s fascinating to watch the sequence unfold. The camera typically zooms in on someone, and as soon as they notice, they point to their neighbor and tap them on the shoulder, signaling to look up. The neighbor’s reaction is priceless—eyes widen in surprise, followed by a big smile, applause, and spontaneous laughter. Then a quick search for the camera operator, as if they’ve just experienced a fleeting moment of fame among the crowd. It’s a heartwarming sight that always brings a smile to my face, and I can’t help but eagerly wait for my own moment on that screen!

  • Dulac

    I discovered Germaine Dulac’s work after watching La Souriante Madame Beudet last night, and I’m fascinated. This 1923 French Impressionist silent film left a poignant impression with its portrayal of a troubled marriage. The symbolic elements throughout the flick sparked my curiosity about Dulac’s cinematic style.  The mise-en-scène, along with the juxtaposition of the visual and narrative elements, transformed the film into a vivid exploration of the protagonist’s inner world—her daydreams and her quiet despair. The powerful closing scene encapsulates the disillusioned continuance of the marriage with the haunting line “United by Habit.”