Gorillas in the Mist

Thursday, April 16, 2009 we watched Gorillas in the Mist (1988) and made Mashed Bananas (er... Plantains) Under Pan Seared Scallops with Chorizo

This beautifully filmed drama is based on the true story of anthropologist Dian Fossey (Sigourney Weaver). Lured to deepest Africa by the chance to study rare mountain gorillas, Fossey learns to communicate with her subjects, but the breakthrough turns her academic interest into an all-consuming obsession. Eventually, her passion leads her to risk her life to save the gorillas from poachers and animal traders.

This was such a fancy but simple and quick recipe! The flavors were incredible and everyone loved it. We used only one pound of scallops (3 each, for a total of 9) and there was more than enough for each of us as a main course.

In attendance: Lindsey, Barb, Eric
Ratings: Movie = 3.5, Dinner = 4.25

The Host

Tuesday, March 31, 2009 Tim and Katie hosted movie night during their last week in East Falls. We watched The Host (2006) and enjoyed a delicious authentic Korean meal of bulgogi, seaweed, kimchi and rice.

The movie was great: In Seoul's River Han, a giant mutant creature has developed as a result of toxic chemical dumping. When the squidlike monster scoops up the teenage granddaughter of humble snack-bar owner Hie-bong (Hie-bong Byeon), he races to track down the murderous beast. With no help from the authorities, who are convinced the girl is already dead, Hie-bong and his family will have to band together to save her -- and possibly the entire city.

Dinner was fantastic: vegetable dumplings, rice, kimchi, seaweed and bulgogi, grilled by Tim. Mmm!

In attendance: Tim, Katie, Joe, Eric, Lindsey and Barb
Ratings: Movie = 4.25, Dinner = 3.75