Every once in a while you watch a film that lingers for days, maybe even weeks. The 2002 French film Irreversible, directed by Gaspar Noé, was exactly that kind of experience. Without giving too much away, Irreversible follows a structure reminiscent of Memento, showing how one night in Paris transforms the lives of a couple in a devastating way. Continue reading
Month: november 2025
A Childhood Defined by Sinterklaas and Pokémon
When I think of the Dutch folk fest Sinterklaas, I think of Pokémon. Not because I still do anything with those charming Japanese creatures today, but because it takes me straight back to December 1998. The month I received Pokémon Red and my world instantly became a little more magical.