A Case of Identity

This is a blog about me, or more accurately, how I think about the world. It was suggested to me that I write a blog about movies since I have seen so many and have a pretty good depth of knowledge about movies (and a bookmark to IMDB). I thought that it was an interesting idea and I've been considering a blog for some time now. I am a huge fan of films, scripted television*, science fiction, music, board games, and video games. When something happens in my day, it will often remind me of a line of dialogue or a lyric. This blog is all about those associations.

The first step in creating a blog coming up with a name that will adequately convey the intent behind the blog. I went through many name ideas that were not already taken (and many that already were**), but none of them really had that sizzle I was looking for. There were many movie references that I came up with that mashed words together, made bad puns, or used the word "blog" in them, but it wasn't until I really thought about my intentions that it came to me. I am a Christian and often find that God uses films to cut directly to my mind and heart. So, I find myself as a student who learns through movies. I engage with them on a higher level than just entertainment.*** Also, many people ask me "what film was the one with that one guy where they did this thing?" and I find myself assisting others with what I know.

With all of these things running through my head, I finally settled on A Study in Film. It is a reference to the Sherlock Holmes story A Study in Scarlet (later adapted as A Study in Pink for the modern Sherlock series from the BBC). It is a good fit as it conveys that I am constantly learning just as everyone else on this journey we call life. The title of this post is a Sherlock Holmes story title that, in light of all the thought necessary to come up with a name, is very fitting.


* Most Reality TV is trashy. I do not include competition or game shows in this category unless they use the formula of The Bachelor or The Apprentice. Also, those Duggars are really nice people.

** As an interesting aside, I found out that Captain's Blog is not a Star Trek or Sci-Fi blog, but one dedicated to the New York Yankees and Major League Baseball.

*** Disclaimer: Not possible with all films.