I agree that is very difficult to find something decent to watch. Frequently my husband and I must give up and read, not that reading is a problem but sometimes it's nice to watch a show. The shift in visual entertainment has been interesting, and not in a good way!
It took half a day and extra clues (Terry: "Here folks...let me all but spell it out for you!") but I finally got it. Rebecca had to coax the Barking one out of me last week in similar fashion. Maybe I'll get better in time. Maybe I'll just let everyone else figure it out. I never was any good with Rubik's Cubes or crosswords, for that matter. Come to think of it, though, I never really tried.
I loved this, Terry, but I'm really struggling to identify the title of the film which you've reviewed in six words. Let's say I'm working on it.....
In answer to your question, I am delighted to report that no, I have NOT ever come across the Enigmatic Variations crossword, and SHOULD I ever come across it I shall back out of the room immediately and lock the door behind me. 👀
I'm already looking forward to writing my response to your letter next week!
Good to know I'm not the only one that didn't correctly guess this one: "Kidnap plot spotted: rescue mission. Barking!" I thought it was Lassie, but it's not. My Jim and I are in the same place re: being on the hunt for good films or TV programmes. We're watching one now that we enjoy the plot and the acting is pretty good, but the language is so atrocious. Why, oh why, is that necessary?
Have you watched 'Wicked Little Letters', Mary? We watched it recently - and again with my parents - it's a terrific film, and (but) the language is terrible - but in this case it's very much in the context of the story.
The title of the film for which 'Kidnap plot spotted: rescue mission. Barking!' is indeed dog-related! Not Lassie, though, but, as Bryn has identified below, 101 Dalmatians!
"It’s really hard to find something engaging and intelligent, and not aimed at four-year olds." I agree.
And British crosswords and other enigmatic puzzles are just too brain-boggling for a slug like myself. Life is difficult enough as it is without asking for more! ha ha ha But... that is just me.
I used to love the Topper, Beezer, the Dandy (esp Desperate Dan) and the Beano (esp Bash St Kids and Dennis the Menace). The Beano is still going but it costs around a fiver, and is weekly! Did you go to the Beano exhibition a few years ago in Somerset Hice? Twas brilliant, and just about on my intellectual level. Apparently loads of writers and artists (famous names) were inspired by it. It was good metafiction too, with the writer or cartoonist directly addressing the reader.
I preferred Dandy to the Beano (although the Bash Street Kids were unbeatable!), but going back further I really LOVED reading Dad's old 'Eagle' annuals.
Oooooh, an excellent effort, Drew, for identifying both dog and hostage situation! 'Spotted' and 'Barking' are clues to the title - and 'kidnap plot' and 'rescue mission' are both to do with the actual story. Answer: 101 Dalmatians!
I remember seeing the animated film ages before I'd read the book - they're like chalk and cheese. The book is absolutely delightful - I'd say it's not necessarily even a children's book, really - more YA. I wish I still had my copy of it.
Yeah well. As a teacher of mine once said: You nearly got the answer right, but you were wrong. I hope that helps. But if it makes you feel better, I didn't even get as far as you did until Rerbecca gave me a whopping great clue. Chortle!
I agree that is very difficult to find something decent to watch. Frequently my husband and I must give up and read, not that reading is a problem but sometimes it's nice to watch a show. The shift in visual entertainment has been interesting, and not in a good way!
It took half a day and extra clues (Terry: "Here folks...let me all but spell it out for you!") but I finally got it. Rebecca had to coax the Barking one out of me last week in similar fashion. Maybe I'll get better in time. Maybe I'll just let everyone else figure it out. I never was any good with Rubik's Cubes or crosswords, for that matter. Come to think of it, though, I never really tried.
Was I that obvious? 😂 Glad to have helped! Chortle.
I loved this, Terry, but I'm really struggling to identify the title of the film which you've reviewed in six words. Let's say I'm working on it.....
In answer to your question, I am delighted to report that no, I have NOT ever come across the Enigmatic Variations crossword, and SHOULD I ever come across it I shall back out of the room immediately and lock the door behind me. 👀
I'm already looking forward to writing my response to your letter next week!
Sigh. I thought this was the year of living dangerously.
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😁
Good to know I'm not the only one that didn't correctly guess this one: "Kidnap plot spotted: rescue mission. Barking!" I thought it was Lassie, but it's not. My Jim and I are in the same place re: being on the hunt for good films or TV programmes. We're watching one now that we enjoy the plot and the acting is pretty good, but the language is so atrocious. Why, oh why, is that necessary?
You should be pleased you can understand what they're saying. A lot of the programmes here featurev"actors" who mumble.
Jim says they all whisper - AND mumble! 😀
Have you watched 'Wicked Little Letters', Mary? We watched it recently - and again with my parents - it's a terrific film, and (but) the language is terrible - but in this case it's very much in the context of the story.
The title of the film for which 'Kidnap plot spotted: rescue mission. Barking!' is indeed dog-related! Not Lassie, though, but, as Bryn has identified below, 101 Dalmatians!
Ain't never heard of it
Hahah - I thought you meant you had never heard of 101 Dalmatians! My mind was stuck on the doggos. 😂
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Tis this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicked_Little_Letters
Thank you. It looks interesting. Good cast
Those crosswords sound like absolute torture.
As for the fillums, I got the Jaws one but no clue on the others. I might try some fancy googling.
It's probably not a great clue. But think SF
I've got no clue at all about 'Possibly prescient prognosis? Don’t trust Harry!' I'm working on it!
Gold star for Jaws! The other is a multiple spotted-dog story... 😉
Typical. Please see my response to Jim’s comment.
And NOW I need to know what 'SF' stands for..... 🙄
OMG science fiction.
Yeah, but I've only EVER heard science fiction abbreviated to 'sci fi', never SF! Gimme a chance, Terry!
Hmm, OK, I'll let you off
Well done, Sir
I think Science Fiction?
Well done, Sir
Ooooh, thanks Jim!
Maybe a Harry Potter movie? I don’t think of that as SciFi though.
"It’s really hard to find something engaging and intelligent, and not aimed at four-year olds." I agree.
And British crosswords and other enigmatic puzzles are just too brain-boggling for a slug like myself. Life is difficult enough as it is without asking for more! ha ha ha But... that is just me.
🤣 slug? It's just a different way of thinking, but easier if you have a warped mind.
Ah, yes. I see.
😂
Kidnap plot - 101 Dalmatians?
That alphabetical crossword sounds like it would cause my brain to fold in on itself.
Well done, Bryn. I actually couldn't get it myself.
YESSSSSSSS! 🙌🏆
there's a technique. It's hard to describe here cos it needs an illustration. Perhaps I'll do that some time. BUt it does fry one's brain, definitely!
I struggle enough with the 'straightforward' ones, Terry....! 🤯
😃 me too!
🤣
No. You mean like in The Beezer?
Ginger, Henry and Douglas are William's fellow Outlaws. Not to be confused with the Ginger who was Biggles' companion.
Of course! Thanks 😊
I used to love the Topper, Beezer, the Dandy (esp Desperate Dan) and the Beano (esp Bash St Kids and Dennis the Menace). The Beano is still going but it costs around a fiver, and is weekly! Did you go to the Beano exhibition a few years ago in Somerset Hice? Twas brilliant, and just about on my intellectual level. Apparently loads of writers and artists (famous names) were inspired by it. It was good metafiction too, with the writer or cartoonist directly addressing the reader.
I preferred Dandy to the Beano (although the Bash Street Kids were unbeatable!), but going back further I really LOVED reading Dad's old 'Eagle' annuals.
🤣
wait! who was Algy?
Ah, Biggleswade! Great stuff 😁
It could have meant mad, aka Dagenham: two stops short of Barking
Oooooh, an excellent effort, Drew, for identifying both dog and hostage situation! 'Spotted' and 'Barking' are clues to the title - and 'kidnap plot' and 'rescue mission' are both to do with the actual story. Answer: 101 Dalmatians!
I remember seeing the animated film ages before I'd read the book - they're like chalk and cheese. The book is absolutely delightful - I'd say it's not necessarily even a children's book, really - more YA. I wish I still had my copy of it.
I've never read the book, but enjoyed the fillum
Yeah well. As a teacher of mine once said: You nearly got the answer right, but you were wrong. I hope that helps. But if it makes you feel better, I didn't even get as far as you did until Rerbecca gave me a whopping great clue. Chortle!