H2G2

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Just finished watching Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, and I have to say I really enjoyed it. I read the book(s) when I was just a wee lad growing up, and found them to be thought provoking, if not a little silly – I guess that is why I liked them. Of course we were discussing (briefly) the books of the “series” and for some odd reason, I am unable to recall if I read all of his (Adams) books. A quick search found me his listing of books he has written (related to H2G2, short for Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy). I do remember reading the first three.

Anyway, the movie was full of direct lifts from the book (which I thought good), and you just had to love Marvin (not that he would believe you did anyway). The monologue of the sperm whale was amusing, and the scene where a “worker” is painting Uluru actually gives a logical reason to how the hell that large, red rock ended up where it did. Room for a sequel? I think so.

Indeed, the weekend has only just begun, and the galaxy is a very strange and startling place.

James

James Nunn keeps himself busy running his business, volunteering when possible, hosting exchange students, sticking his nose into social issues but is generally considered a good guy. He loves to keep track of things using technology. He has a waning social media presence and is an occasional blogger capturing life's little (and big) moments. He was born in Australia, but now lives in New Orleans, Louisiana (USA) with his husband and two dogs.