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TracyBRAD PITT – LOST CITY OF Z
April 2nd 2008 04:49
Percy Fawcett and Brad Pitt
I’ll admit it, I’m fickle. My initial interest in the film Lost City of Z stemmed from my lust for Brad Pitt. But as I always say, much knowledge can be gained from film-watching.
City of Lost Z chronicles the journey of Colonel Percy Harrison Fawcett, a British archaeologist and explorer who disappeared 83 years ago.
In 1925, with funding from a London-based group of financiers called The Glove, Fawcett took his older son Jack with him; to look for a lost city he named "Z". Fawcett had studied ancient legends and historical records and became convinced there was a missing city somewhere in the Mato Grosso region. He left a note saying that if they did not return, no one should send a rescue expedition to try to find them, or they might suffer their fate.
This request was not adhered to, since Fawcett’s disappearance, so far more than thirteen separate expeditions taken place and one hundred people have died in their attempt. Just eight years ago a group entered the Mato Grosso region, were held hostage by Kalapalo tribesmen and were fortunate enough to be rescued.
Fawcett is believed to have been an inspiration for the fictional archeological film icon Indiana Jones.
It seems Paramount will produce the film and while it’s highly possible this movie will be Hollywoodised, I’m interested.
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Comment by Krystal
feelings
Comment by Tracy
Movies and Life
Yes, there are definitely less people over here.
Nice to see you
Tracy
Comment by Michaelie
Flick Wit
Never have, never will see the appeal of Brad Pitt. Every now and then he's funny in a movie and I don't hate him, but that's about all I can summon for Mr Jolie!
Mich
Comment by Tracy
Movies and Life
Even though Pitt and Jolie are everywhere and that usually puts me off, I think he's attractive as well as a good actor (in some films, not all).
Thanks for popping over,
Tracy
PS Mr Jolie is true...
Comment by Geoff Egan
Cinema XYZ
Noise Fanatic
So I could see this going well. Its a cool idea for a movie, and seeing as noone knows the truth its open for some cool interpretations.
Comment by Tracy
Movies and Life
I guess all actors have the potential to do some dodgy films don't they? It must be hard to know which ones will work and which don't.
For me, Fight Club and Seven are a couple that stand out to me.
Thanks for popping in,
Tracy
Comment by Ash
Australian Traveller
Flashes of memories
oooh I LOVE movies like this and starring Brad Pitt?? Can it get any better?
Look forward to seeing it
Ash
Comment by Tracy
Movies and Life
I just remembered you are a huge Brad fan!
Sounds like you'll enjoy this film
Tracy