Saw Leave the World Behind first. Despite a worthy cast of heavyweights, the film came up short in plot line with a story filled with holes. Kept waiting for some defining moment or scene that would draw it all together. It never came. It's under the heading of "two hours of my life I cannot get back". None of the characters were enduring except for the hapless one played by Ethan Hawke. Julia Roberts was absolutely shrewish and the offspring had few enduring characteristics. The ending left the viewer thinking, well, this is it? If you have Netflix, try this one out if you need to abuse yourself or if you need something to bitch about with your friends.
Finch on the other hand was a worthwhile effort starring Tom Hanks with two robots and a dog wandering around in a world where the ozone layer has been completely compromised and temperatures are higher than a human being can endure. Hanks is in has best Castaway self, operating with robots (of his creation) and a dog to talk to. Starting in what's left of St. Louis the crew moves west in some protective truck, toward the remainder of SF where the temperatures and radiation are less. There is dust and sand everywhere with all vegetation being consumed by the heat. Despite all the environmental torment the characters have to deal with, the ending evokes a bit of hope. This one is worth seeing. No sex or swearing, could see it with a batch of 12 year olds.
Bought some new khaki slacks that are too long. I am the incredible shrinking man from 5'6" to 5'5". Now am back to shortening pants. Very quiet at this moment, the wind has died down. It is 6:55 and the sun will be up shortly.
all for now
stay safe
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