Kurtis Doering
@kdnewsguy.bsky.social
Canadian prairie boy • Vancouver resident • kurtisdoering.com
ANIME BONUS ROUND: #Japan
Ghost In A Shell (1995) - In the future, human body parts can be replaced with robotics. This has implications.
Hollywood tried to do a live-action version of this story with Scarlett Johansson in 2017, and it sucked #ElbowsUp
BACKUPS: Your Name (2016), Paprika (2006)
Ghost In A Shell (1995) - In the future, human body parts can be replaced with robotics. This has implications.
Hollywood tried to do a live-action version of this story with Scarlett Johansson in 2017, and it sucked #ElbowsUp
BACKUPS: Your Name (2016), Paprika (2006)
December 14, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Day 5: #Germany
Run Lola Run (1998) - Lola has 20 minutes to get a bag of money to her boyfriend, or he'll be killed. How does that play out? The film has a few options.
It's just like a Hollywood action movie, only everyone is speaking German.
BACKUPS: The Lives Of Others (2006), Das Boot (1981)
Run Lola Run (1998) - Lola has 20 minutes to get a bag of money to her boyfriend, or he'll be killed. How does that play out? The film has a few options.
It's just like a Hollywood action movie, only everyone is speaking German.
BACKUPS: The Lives Of Others (2006), Das Boot (1981)
December 14, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Day 5: #Germany
Run Lola Run (1998) - Lola has 20 minutes to get a bag of money to her boyfriend, or he'll be killed. How does that play out? The film has a few options.
It's just like a Hollywood action movie, only everyone is speaking German.
BACKUPS: The Lives Of Others (2006), Das Boot (1981)
Run Lola Run (1998) - Lola has 20 minutes to get a bag of money to her boyfriend, or he'll be killed. How does that play out? The film has a few options.
It's just like a Hollywood action movie, only everyone is speaking German.
BACKUPS: The Lives Of Others (2006), Das Boot (1981)
DAY 4: #France
The 400 Blows (1959) - This coming-of-age classic helped inspire an artistic movement, and generations of successful filmmakers.
The story itself is surprisingly straightforward: a young boy can't catch a break, and causes trouble.
BACKUPS: Anatomy Of A Fall (2023), Amélie (2001)
The 400 Blows (1959) - This coming-of-age classic helped inspire an artistic movement, and generations of successful filmmakers.
The story itself is surprisingly straightforward: a young boy can't catch a break, and causes trouble.
BACKUPS: Anatomy Of A Fall (2023), Amélie (2001)
December 14, 2025 at 11:03 PM
DAY 4: #France
The 400 Blows (1959) - This coming-of-age classic helped inspire an artistic movement, and generations of successful filmmakers.
The story itself is surprisingly straightforward: a young boy can't catch a break, and causes trouble.
BACKUPS: Anatomy Of A Fall (2023), Amélie (2001)
The 400 Blows (1959) - This coming-of-age classic helped inspire an artistic movement, and generations of successful filmmakers.
The story itself is surprisingly straightforward: a young boy can't catch a break, and causes trouble.
BACKUPS: Anatomy Of A Fall (2023), Amélie (2001)
Day 3: #NewZealand
What We Do In The Shadows (2014) - Four ancient vampires live as roommates in a Wellington suburb, and have to contend with the inconveniences of modern life.
Both this, and the TV series it spawned, are hilarious.
BACKUPS: Tickled (2016), Hunt For The Wilderpeople (2016)
What We Do In The Shadows (2014) - Four ancient vampires live as roommates in a Wellington suburb, and have to contend with the inconveniences of modern life.
Both this, and the TV series it spawned, are hilarious.
BACKUPS: Tickled (2016), Hunt For The Wilderpeople (2016)
December 14, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Day 3: #NewZealand
What We Do In The Shadows (2014) - Four ancient vampires live as roommates in a Wellington suburb, and have to contend with the inconveniences of modern life.
Both this, and the TV series it spawned, are hilarious.
BACKUPS: Tickled (2016), Hunt For The Wilderpeople (2016)
What We Do In The Shadows (2014) - Four ancient vampires live as roommates in a Wellington suburb, and have to contend with the inconveniences of modern life.
Both this, and the TV series it spawned, are hilarious.
BACKUPS: Tickled (2016), Hunt For The Wilderpeople (2016)
DAY 2: #Korea
Parasite (2019) - The New York Times recently published a list of the 100 best movies of the 21st Century. This was #1.
In their words, it's "a ferocious rebuke to the devastations of neoliberalism".
...yeah, totally. I agree.
BACKUPS: Oldboy (2003), No Other Choice (2025)
Parasite (2019) - The New York Times recently published a list of the 100 best movies of the 21st Century. This was #1.
In their words, it's "a ferocious rebuke to the devastations of neoliberalism".
...yeah, totally. I agree.
BACKUPS: Oldboy (2003), No Other Choice (2025)
December 14, 2025 at 11:03 PM
DAY 2: #Korea
Parasite (2019) - The New York Times recently published a list of the 100 best movies of the 21st Century. This was #1.
In their words, it's "a ferocious rebuke to the devastations of neoliberalism".
...yeah, totally. I agree.
BACKUPS: Oldboy (2003), No Other Choice (2025)
Parasite (2019) - The New York Times recently published a list of the 100 best movies of the 21st Century. This was #1.
In their words, it's "a ferocious rebuke to the devastations of neoliberalism".
...yeah, totally. I agree.
BACKUPS: Oldboy (2003), No Other Choice (2025)
DAY 1: #Canada
The Last Casino (2004) - A deadbeat university professor recruits three students into a Blackjack card counting scheme. Drama ensues.
Hollywood tried to do this same story with Kevin Spacey in 2008, and it sucked #ElbowsUp
BACKUPS: Bon Cop, Bad Cop (2006), Strange Brew (1983)
The Last Casino (2004) - A deadbeat university professor recruits three students into a Blackjack card counting scheme. Drama ensues.
Hollywood tried to do this same story with Kevin Spacey in 2008, and it sucked #ElbowsUp
BACKUPS: Bon Cop, Bad Cop (2006), Strange Brew (1983)
December 14, 2025 at 11:03 PM
🎄HOLIDAY WATCH LIST EXTRAVAGANZA VOL. VIII🎄
Eight years in and this Christmas tradition, aimed at getting @timjamesmedia.ca to watch more #movies, is STILL GOING STRONG!
This time we're breaking out of Hollywood, and showcasing films NOT MADE IN AMERICA! Five days, five flicks, let's go #Cinema
Eight years in and this Christmas tradition, aimed at getting @timjamesmedia.ca to watch more #movies, is STILL GOING STRONG!
This time we're breaking out of Hollywood, and showcasing films NOT MADE IN AMERICA! Five days, five flicks, let's go #Cinema
December 14, 2025 at 11:03 PM
🎄HOLIDAY WATCH LIST EXTRAVAGANZA VOL. VIII🎄
Eight years in and this Christmas tradition, aimed at getting @timjamesmedia.ca to watch more #movies, is STILL GOING STRONG!
This time we're breaking out of Hollywood, and showcasing films NOT MADE IN AMERICA! Five days, five flicks, let's go #Cinema
Eight years in and this Christmas tradition, aimed at getting @timjamesmedia.ca to watch more #movies, is STILL GOING STRONG!
This time we're breaking out of Hollywood, and showcasing films NOT MADE IN AMERICA! Five days, five flicks, let's go #Cinema
Meanwhile, my fantasy opponent this week pulled this shit
November 10, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Meanwhile, my fantasy opponent this week pulled this shit
ANIME BONUS ROUND: OSCARS EDITION!
Howl's Moving Castle (2005) - At time of writing, only eight anime films have ever been nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Oscars. Four of those have been directed by Hayao Miyazaki, including this one, which didn't win.
BACKUP: The Red Turtle (2016)
Howl's Moving Castle (2005) - At time of writing, only eight anime films have ever been nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Oscars. Four of those have been directed by Hayao Miyazaki, including this one, which didn't win.
BACKUP: The Red Turtle (2016)
December 16, 2024 at 2:05 AM
ANIME BONUS ROUND: OSCARS EDITION!
Howl's Moving Castle (2005) - At time of writing, only eight anime films have ever been nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Oscars. Four of those have been directed by Hayao Miyazaki, including this one, which didn't win.
BACKUP: The Red Turtle (2016)
Howl's Moving Castle (2005) - At time of writing, only eight anime films have ever been nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Oscars. Four of those have been directed by Hayao Miyazaki, including this one, which didn't win.
BACKUP: The Red Turtle (2016)
DAY 5: 2010
The Social Network - "A movie about Facebook? There's no way that could be good." Well, if Aaron Sorkin writes it, David Fincher directs it, and Trent Reznor does the score, then yeah it can be.
It was nominated for eight Oscars, and won three.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: The King's Speech
The Social Network - "A movie about Facebook? There's no way that could be good." Well, if Aaron Sorkin writes it, David Fincher directs it, and Trent Reznor does the score, then yeah it can be.
It was nominated for eight Oscars, and won three.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: The King's Speech
December 16, 2024 at 2:05 AM
DAY 5: 2010
The Social Network - "A movie about Facebook? There's no way that could be good." Well, if Aaron Sorkin writes it, David Fincher directs it, and Trent Reznor does the score, then yeah it can be.
It was nominated for eight Oscars, and won three.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: The King's Speech
The Social Network - "A movie about Facebook? There's no way that could be good." Well, if Aaron Sorkin writes it, David Fincher directs it, and Trent Reznor does the score, then yeah it can be.
It was nominated for eight Oscars, and won three.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: The King's Speech
DAY 4: 1989
Field of Dreams - While not exactly a favourite among film snobs, it's the one selection I think Tim will most enjoy. A wholesome tale about faith, and the magic of baseball.
It was nominated for three Oscars, and won zero.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: Driving Miss Daisy
Field of Dreams - While not exactly a favourite among film snobs, it's the one selection I think Tim will most enjoy. A wholesome tale about faith, and the magic of baseball.
It was nominated for three Oscars, and won zero.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: Driving Miss Daisy
December 16, 2024 at 2:05 AM
DAY 4: 1989
Field of Dreams - While not exactly a favourite among film snobs, it's the one selection I think Tim will most enjoy. A wholesome tale about faith, and the magic of baseball.
It was nominated for three Oscars, and won zero.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: Driving Miss Daisy
Field of Dreams - While not exactly a favourite among film snobs, it's the one selection I think Tim will most enjoy. A wholesome tale about faith, and the magic of baseball.
It was nominated for three Oscars, and won zero.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: Driving Miss Daisy
DAY 3: 1964
Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb - An essential satire from director Stanley Kubrick about Cold War stupidity. Terrifyingly, it's still relevant today.
It was nominated for four Oscars, and won zero.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: My Fair Lady
Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb - An essential satire from director Stanley Kubrick about Cold War stupidity. Terrifyingly, it's still relevant today.
It was nominated for four Oscars, and won zero.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: My Fair Lady
December 16, 2024 at 2:05 AM
DAY 3: 1964
Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb - An essential satire from director Stanley Kubrick about Cold War stupidity. Terrifyingly, it's still relevant today.
It was nominated for four Oscars, and won zero.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: My Fair Lady
Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb - An essential satire from director Stanley Kubrick about Cold War stupidity. Terrifyingly, it's still relevant today.
It was nominated for four Oscars, and won zero.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: My Fair Lady
DAY 2: 1957
12 Angry Men - One of the most captivating dramas ever put to film, and 98% of it takes place in one cramped room. You can even watch it in several chunks on TikTok! Or don't.
It was nominated for three Oscars, and won zero.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: The Bridge on the River Kwai
12 Angry Men - One of the most captivating dramas ever put to film, and 98% of it takes place in one cramped room. You can even watch it in several chunks on TikTok! Or don't.
It was nominated for three Oscars, and won zero.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: The Bridge on the River Kwai
December 16, 2024 at 2:05 AM
DAY 2: 1957
12 Angry Men - One of the most captivating dramas ever put to film, and 98% of it takes place in one cramped room. You can even watch it in several chunks on TikTok! Or don't.
It was nominated for three Oscars, and won zero.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: The Bridge on the River Kwai
12 Angry Men - One of the most captivating dramas ever put to film, and 98% of it takes place in one cramped room. You can even watch it in several chunks on TikTok! Or don't.
It was nominated for three Oscars, and won zero.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: The Bridge on the River Kwai
DAY 1: 1944
Double Indemnity - The quintessential film noir (big words are also a tradition). Boy meets girl, girl wants to murder her husband for the insurance money, boy happens to be an insurance broker.
It was nominated for seven Oscars, and won zero.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: Going My Way
Double Indemnity - The quintessential film noir (big words are also a tradition). Boy meets girl, girl wants to murder her husband for the insurance money, boy happens to be an insurance broker.
It was nominated for seven Oscars, and won zero.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: Going My Way
December 16, 2024 at 2:05 AM
DAY 1: 1944
Double Indemnity - The quintessential film noir (big words are also a tradition). Boy meets girl, girl wants to murder her husband for the insurance money, boy happens to be an insurance broker.
It was nominated for seven Oscars, and won zero.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: Going My Way
Double Indemnity - The quintessential film noir (big words are also a tradition). Boy meets girl, girl wants to murder her husband for the insurance money, boy happens to be an insurance broker.
It was nominated for seven Oscars, and won zero.
THE WINNER THAT YEAR: Going My Way
🎄HOLIDAY WATCH LIST EXTRAVAGANZA VOL. VII🎄
This long-running Christmas tradition has a new home on @bsky.app! The goal is the same: encourage my old pal @timjamesmedia.bsky.social to see more #movies.
This year's theme is "Oscar nominees that maybe should have won Best Picture that year" #FilmSky
This long-running Christmas tradition has a new home on @bsky.app! The goal is the same: encourage my old pal @timjamesmedia.bsky.social to see more #movies.
This year's theme is "Oscar nominees that maybe should have won Best Picture that year" #FilmSky
December 16, 2024 at 2:05 AM
🎄HOLIDAY WATCH LIST EXTRAVAGANZA VOL. VII🎄
This long-running Christmas tradition has a new home on @bsky.app! The goal is the same: encourage my old pal @timjamesmedia.bsky.social to see more #movies.
This year's theme is "Oscar nominees that maybe should have won Best Picture that year" #FilmSky
This long-running Christmas tradition has a new home on @bsky.app! The goal is the same: encourage my old pal @timjamesmedia.bsky.social to see more #movies.
This year's theme is "Oscar nominees that maybe should have won Best Picture that year" #FilmSky
Did we save lives with both blood and brunch, or just the blood?
December 1, 2024 at 1:57 AM
Did we save lives with both blood and brunch, or just the blood?