IS SCHOOL KILLING CREATIVITY? YES, IT IS.

       We need to change the education system.To begin with, the current  system comes from  the 18 century and was created in order to prepare people -even kids- to work more eficiently,  It sought to prevent  people from thinking then, as it keeps doing now. Since we have a type of sistem too old, where creativity is not contemplated enough, artistic matters are considered at the most an education complement in contrast to Maths or Languages. In fact, studying arts, music or dance is seen as a waste of time, and noboby expects that you find a job if you are keen on that kind of subjects.  For instance, one of my  friends´ gradma is always saying: "When will you start to work properly?", because his grandson works as a painter. Thus, this is a general feeling in the population and we must try to improve our education system as soon as posible.

Describing a dog (homework)

I have realized that I hate my neighbour´s dog. At first I thought it was funny, but then it began to annoy me. It is one of those long-haired, cinnamon-coloured dogs with drooping ears. It doesn´t look aggressive at all, but it is quite nervous and is always barking at everything and everybody. In addition, one day it bit my leg and that was the last straw. I cannot tolerate any more.  I think  this dog is the worst animal I have ever met. 

Is Spain different now?

People still say that Spain is different nowadays, but I do not agree, because the "Spain is different" slogan was coined in the 60´ and reffered to a way of life from the past. The food, the sun and the beaches have changed now. There are not unspoilt beaches any more, Mercadona sells us the food and we have spoiled the ozone layer. In fact, if you try to get a tan now, you will probably get a cancer soon.

My favourite place in the world

There is a place where I can go, when I feel low, when I feel blue….And it is the “Mirador de Carvajales” in Granada.  This charming viewpoint allows you to see the stunning Alhambra from a very short distance. At  sunset it offers you a breathtaking scenery due to the red walls of the ancient palace being highlighted by the rays of sunlight. In fact, “alhambra” means “red palace” in Arabic. The “Mirador de Carvajales”  is less touristic than the better known “Mirador de San Nicolás”, that is always overcrowded. 

It is in the middle of Albaicyn, an historic and lively area in Granada full of narrow and labyrinthine streets whit white houses on a hill in front of the Alhambra and beside the Sacromonte. Carvajales is a small square surrounded by trees that cast a pleasant shadow and there is an arabic fountain in the middle. But what I like about this place is its atmosphere. You can stay there for hours and don´t realize about it, while somebody is playing the guitar or another stops to talk with you… When I remember this peaceful square I feel pretty low and blue, so I must go to Carvajales now.

Fear of...

Fear of a tree falling down.
Fear of the lawyers.
Fear of the city sounds.
Fear of the storm.
Fear of speaking too loud.
Fear of keeping on being quiet.
Fear of driving alone.
Fear of the scenery.
Fear of the morning,
Fear of the sunset.

DALLAS BUYERS CLUB

Mathew McConaughey is becoming one of the best considered actors in Hollywood nowadays.  His renaissance comes from films like Killer Joe, Magic Mike, Mud and even the True detective series. In fact, a new word has emerged to refer to his recent career: “McConnaissance”.  

Yesterday I saw   Matthew Mc Conaughey´s last film, entitled Dallas buyers club, which made him earn an Oscar as best actor.

The film was directed by Jean-Marc Vallée in 2013. It´s based on the real story of Ron Woodroof.   A time reference at the beginning of the film is Rod Hudson´s death, so the action takes place in the 80s.  In order to perform this character he had to lose 40 pounds, because he plays the role of a homophobe man from Texas who was diagnosed with AIDS. 

 Ron tries to find an alternative therapy instead of the AZT medicine used at that time, what involves an explicit critic of the thriving pharmaceutical industry. Not only have the pharmaceutical people a mafia behavior, but also the governmental D.E.A – Drugs Enforcement Administration – members. 

All of this is shown in an aseptic way: there isn´t almost music soundtrack, the film´s rhythm is quite slow; it´s parallel to the character´s development. Mc Conaughey convinces by far as the prejudiced redneck who finally becomes aware of what AIDS implies.

HOMEWORK (24/9/2014)