Giving thanks for foxes, Ed Asner, and the fact we're not living in an Emmerich film

I've said it before, Roland Emmerich hates Earth.

If his filmography to date was not proof enough of this grudge, take a look at this still from his latest special effects showcase, 2012.

Yep, right there above the plane's wing, that cloud of smoke is giving us all the finger. As if the premise of the film weren't already a big-enough "F--- you" to the human race, he's actually flipping off the audience while they watch!

Ok, I need a palate cleanser.

Aww, those adorable scamps! I feel better already.

Now, I must confess that the blog will be taking a short hiatus. I promise it's not because we at Cinema Then and Now harbor an Emmerich-esque contempt for our audience. Rather, we are taking a holiday break and will return after the Thanksgiving weekend with classic film picks for December and other sure-to-be illuminating film commentary.

But, until then, here are some wonderful time-wasters!

Film clips from UP, one of my favorite films of 2009, courtesy of The New York Times, as well as trailers for 2012 and The Fantastic Mr. Fox. And if you haven't decided which film to see over the holiday weekend check out the NY Times Critic's Picks. Based soley on the photos above, I'm definitely planning a date with Mr. Fox and his friends.