It feels like it’s a time of change all around me. I’m meeting new people…saying goodbye to old people…packing things up…watching one of my favorite sports wind down its season, and another of my favorite sports just begin.

I could have sworn that spring was he time for new beginnings, not autumn. I’m tired of all the changes and I still have so many things to sort through before this month is over! Oh well – at least I have you, faithful reader…and the thoughtful blogs that many of you keep.

For your reading fulfillment, I give you…

Y’all know how much of a booster I am of film festivals. Well Simon and Jo are taking in the London Film fest and have lots of coverage for you.

Hey – The Cynics are back! And with their return comes Steve weighing whether he wants to increase his dvd collection…or be a responsible parent.

Speaking of podcasts, I can’t believe I’ve never mentioned that The Moxie is doing one as well! Seems as though she’s countering my horror bender with a comedy exploration of her own.

Marya wonders if it’s too early to start talking Oscar (for my money: yes, still just a bit too early).

Hot on the heels of my “I’m not a critic” declaration, Andrew takes a deeper look at critical risks.

And just in time for the week where rentals of horror films go through the roof – The Movie Mobsters have compiled a list of their ten freakiest scenes.

Edit: This day-of addition was too interesting to pass up. Take a look at Sebastian’s thoughts having seen LET ME IN and LET THE RIGHT ONE IN in that order.

Enjoy!