MEANDERTHAL FILMOGRAPHY

On our last walk it became apparent that few of our members, if any,  are film buffs. No-one had heard of "Stand by Me" - I ask you !  May I offer you a choice of films that might be of interest to our venerable (?) bunch. Here are my "Top 10".  Please feel free to make your own suggestions.

"Gone with the Wind"

A sympathetic look at the relationship between elderly gentlemen, footpaths and flatulence.. 

"Star Wars" 

A scientific investigation into the reasons why global positioning systems and their users rarely agree in spite of the former's much vaunted accuracy and the latter's years of experience.

"The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner"  

A poignant tale of a singular man who voluntarily takes the lead on many walks but eventually disappears over the horizon never to be seen again (until the next week)

"One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" 

A remarkable insight into the behavioural patterns of a group of mentally challenged individuals. 

Warning. This film contains strong language and graphic images of elderly persons wandering in a confused state 

"Harry Potter" 

A stormy and passionate saga of a weathered sage whose forecasts and prognostications are trusted and valued by his companions until one day he..............mustn't spoil the ending though. 

"Jurassic Park "

An adventurous romp with a group of ancient dinosaurs roaming the countryside. The computer generated graphics are superb as the various characters almost seem real. Dinosaurs reputedly have small brains. This film does nothing to dispel this myth or legend.

"The Great Escape" 

A thoughtful film which focuses on the various and ingenious excuses and devices used by the married men of the group as they explain to spouses why it is a good idea to spend each Thursday wandering aimlessly and doing B****r all instead of the whole host of jobs they could be helping with at home. This film is a must for all students of social engineering.

"Toy Story" 

"To infinity and Beyond" the films iconic catchphrase says it all as the heroes of the film encounter an infinite number of problems. Not least frequently being lost. The film has much to recommend it but can be spoilt by being over long and rather "Limping " towards it's finale.

"Shrek" 

A Hilarious comedy about creatures that are frequently seen emerging from disgusting swamps. These larger than life characters are blissfully unaware of the dangers that surround them as they journey forth with high hopes and hearts aglow. The tale slowly descends into tragedy as our friends gradually realise that ageing limbs and befuddled minds can no longer be relied on to carry them through a WHOLE day.

"The Dam Busters" 

A tragic tale which follows the hard fought but inevitably losing battle against incontinence.