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Jedi Church Created From Star Wars Movies

Fri, 18 May 2012 13:27:16 -0500

Everyone's favorite movie has people diving off the deep end and compromising their beliefs. Not only do fanatics dress up in costumes and stand in lines for hours, sometimes days, on end for movie events, but they also create religions based upon the series. Jediism is apparently growing in parts of the world and it's radically opposed to the Bible.

Haywire Movie Review Starring Gina Carano

Fri, 18 May 2012 11:48:30 -0500

What makes this movie so special is Gina Carano and the supporting cast. But at the end of the day, it's Gina that carries this film. It's the way she moves. There is something so incredibly athletic and powerful when she runs, kicks, or kisses. The way she handles firearms you would think she was real life SWAT. When she runs it's like watching a Stallion in full stride. And when she fights, it's like, well watching her in the real life Octagon she hails from.

Movie Review: Battleship (2012)

Fri, 18 May 2012 08:55:21 -0500

While watching Battleship, you'd think it would be hard to forget that the movie is based on a Hasbro board game. But with a surplus of enormous explosions, mechanical beasts, swimsuit models, hip hop singers, and giant spinning orbs of doom, it's easy to mentally substitute a thousand prior films as inspiration rather than the iconic strategy game. Perhaps it's difficult to envision new territory in alien invasion movies, but Battleship so generously borrows from predecessors (and even video games like Halo), that it's a wonder the filmmakers bothered to credit the title's source at all.

New Hindi Films Attract Huge New Fan Base

Thu, 17 May 2012 16:21:17 -0500

Hindi films, otherwise known as Bollywood films, have experienced an increase in popularity over the past 10 years, and the quality of the new hindi movies being made has increased a great deal. This genre is now enjoyed on a worldwide scale. New hindi films are now big business and writers & producers are trying out new types of film projects that have previously never been seen within the hindi film genre before, and the industry is constantly attracting new followers all the time.

How Doctor Who Has Survived Over the Decades

Thu, 17 May 2012 12:46:30 -0500

The show Doctor Who is one of those amazing rarities in television that has managed to survive over the decades. The series has spanned over nearly five decades and has maintained continual success in the BBC television science-fiction series. The long running series has included eleven different faces of the Doctor who is an extraterrestrial from the planet Gallifrey.

Dawn of the Dead Review

Thu, 17 May 2012 08:09:56 -0500

George Romero's Dawn of the Dead received the remake treatment in 2004 courtesy of Zach Snyder. Snyder uses Romero's original source material and gave it new life. The re-imaging of Romero's classic zombie flick is now filled with gore, creepy scenes and an over-the-top storyline.

Choosing Your Break Wisely So When You Return, It's Like a Fresh Start!

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:02:58 -0500

This is all about how to unwind at work for most of us who are working full-time. The means and the avenues available on-line which might best cater to your need, at the same time taking a minuscule amount of time, are listed down. Work must be interspersed with breaks chosen and spent thoughtfully.

Blue Screen Vs Paper Pages

Wed, 16 May 2012 14:38:11 -0500

Have you ever wondered why some people prefer reading books while the others enjoy screen versions of them more? Meanwhile, there is a direct connection between the character and person's preferences. Read the article below to learn more about it.

Zombie Film Review

Wed, 16 May 2012 11:49:45 -0500

Lucio Fulchi's Zombie was released on 1980. The film is also known as Zombie Flesh-Eaters. Zombie tells the story of a doctor who lives on an island in the Caribbean.

The Making of Harry Potter: Inside Warner Bros's New Studio Tour

Wed, 16 May 2012 11:34:02 -0500

A few days ago I was lucky enough to be able to visit the new *Making of Harry Potter* studio tour in London. I would like to share with you the magic and wonders of the tour and the gift shop!

How Avengers Vs X-Men Should Have Been

Wed, 16 May 2012 07:59:21 -0500

This is a post I've been waiting to do for a while, as comic book events are now coming under intense scrutiny. Why? Comic book events are making fans shell out a ridiculous amount of money on monthly issues and weekly tie-ins, for stories that lack any emotional context and effective characterization. Sadly though, comic book events are not likely to slow down anytime soon, as they seem to generate quite a boost in sales.

How Avengers Vs X-Men Should Have Been

Wed, 16 May 2012 07:59:21 -0500

Latest Celebrity News: The Avengers Assemble

Tue, 15 May 2012 17:38:09 -0500

Perhaps today's coolest celebrities might come from an unexpected field; a comic book story turned to film. Yes, that's The Avengers. And why was the movie a big blockbuster even before it was released on movie houses? Well, our folks were once kids, and before they had TV they have the comic books. Ask your dad who the hell are the Avengers and you might be surprised that they can tell you a handful of stories not even your friends can tell. But in this celebrity news, we'll tell that the movie is way too cool to pass on.

2012 LG TV Lineup - Features and Benefits

Tue, 15 May 2012 16:39:45 -0500

LG, along with Samsung, was one of the only major brands of TV manufacturers which showed growth in our tough retail climate in the past year. This was no doubt down to unique comparative features such as Cinema 3D and a wide array of Smart TV functionality, as well as a 3 year warranty and price points well below it's rivals. So what can we expect to see this year in Australia? We take a look at every model about to be released and explain the new features you will see and the improvements over the outgoing range.

Racism and The Hunger Games

Tue, 15 May 2012 15:34:20 -0500

Plenty of times in films - such as Thor - the issue of race causes some people to get up in arms on one side of some supposed fence or another. This has seemed to especially plague The Hunger Games and now Catching Fire, more so than pretty much any other movie that comes to mind. Too many fans have been disgruntled that black actors have been cast in roles that some readers pictured as white. We discuss why race has no place in The Hunger Games!

Greatest Documentaries

Tue, 15 May 2012 15:13:53 -0500

A look at the best documentaries in cinematic history. This, of course, is in my opinion.

What Is the Difference Between 720p Vs 1080i HDTV

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:31:37 -0500

Have you ever sat down and wondered about the exact difference between the 720p and the 1080i HDTV formats? Indeed, the two are unique in their own way but even before we move further into the details on the discussion of the two types of HDTV formats, it will be important to note that the current HDTV ready sets come integrated with both formats.

New 'Avengers' Flick Churned Out Major Action, Explosions And More

Fri, 11 May 2012 13:39:37 -0500

The new 'Avengers' film finally hit theaters, and it was no disappointment. It totally delivered with major, hardcore, nonstop, action, explosions, and more. It was very fun to watch.

The 3 Best HBO Mini Series Of All Time

Fri, 11 May 2012 12:48:56 -0500

When it comes to television shows, some of the most addictive are HBO mini series. Popular shows tend to grab a hold of the viewer's attention immediately, keep them engaged for the entire episode, and then leave them hanging until the next episode in the series airs. Since its inception, HBO has been known as a cutting-edge leader in the entertainment industry.

Movie Review: The Dictator (2012)

Fri, 11 May 2012 08:23:16 -0500

It's always been entertaining to see Sacha Baron Cohen disappear into an overly eccentric character and the surrounding "real" world attempt to adapt to his presence. In The Dictator, the approach differs greatly from both Borat and Bruno in that Aladeen is displayed as a hokey mockery - and an equally farcical host of caricatures encircles him. The whole affair is presented as a parody and not reality, and worse yet Aladeen feels utterly fictitious.

Movie Review: Dark Shadows (2012)

Fri, 11 May 2012 07:04:59 -0500

The elements of Dan Curtis' original gothic soap opera, Dark Shadows, would seem ideal material for a Tim Burton film. Atmospheric horror, eccentric characters, elaborate costumes, and whimsical humor are among the director's fortes. Yet with Burton's feature length adaptation, there's almost too much of his signature proclivities and not enough restraint to allow for a cohesive vision.

Cannes Film Festival Enters 65th Year

Thu, 10 May 2012 15:39:42 -0500

All eyes will turn to the south of France with the upcoming 65th annual Cannes Film Festival. This annual film festival will take place from May 16 to May 27, 2012 in the beautiful city of Cannes, France.

Voice Acting, the Challenge of Dubbing TV Series and Films

Thu, 10 May 2012 13:48:16 -0500

I began my career in broadcasting media in 1987, and one of the toughest and rewarding and fun disciplines that I've found is voice acting, dubbing films and T.V. series. This is my personal story.

The Avengers Review (No Spoilers)

Thu, 10 May 2012 12:58:40 -0500

I consider myself lucky. I just saw an early screening of "The Avengers", and it gives me an opportunity to dish. Overall, a lot of parts in the film were great, some were bad, and some just left me scratching my head wondering what the heck just happened.

Top 5 Harvard Movies

Thu, 10 May 2012 11:23:58 -0500

Harvard has been the backdrop, subplot and co-star in so many classic Hollywood movies. Why? Because is a brand, an ideal, the platform of America's finest. So whether you're legally blonde or plotting your own social network, Harvard is the place where dreams are realized. So without further ado, how do you like these apples?

5 Ways You Can Display Or Hide Your Home Entertainment System

Tue, 08 May 2012 12:29:56 -0500

Ten years ago, we could step into nearly any home and see a big screen television shoved inside a wooden entertainment center. Today, the flat screen super-thin Plasma or LCD TV mounted on the wall or used as part of the decor is everyone's dream. So how do you make your home entertainment system integrate smoothly into how you want your room to look?

180 Degree Rule - Cinematography Basics

Tue, 08 May 2012 12:14:37 -0500

The 180 degree rule is one of the earliest lessons a beginning director should learn. Someone wanting to better appreciate movies would do well to learn about it. The concept is very easy to grasp.

Vicky Donor: Good Times

Tue, 08 May 2012 12:01:36 -0500

Indian Cinema is coming up with some surprising ventures. From indie movies to revolutionary movies, we have it all.

What Is HD Television? - A Closer Look

Mon, 07 May 2012 11:18:57 -0500

HDTV explained, So What is HD TV? HD stands for High Definition. HDTV means High Definition Television, which provides resolution which is higher than the standard television. High definition programs are becoming more and more popular by the day, which makes us eager to know what this technology is.

A Walk-Through On The Best Comedy Series

Mon, 07 May 2012 08:28:05 -0500

What do people do when they feel sad? Many folks decide to forget about their troubles and watch their favorite sitcom. Check the review of top rated sitcoms in the article below.

Best Movie: The Hunger Games Review

Sat, 05 May 2012 15:17:47 -0500

The first of the movie franchise of the highly-anticipated The Hunger Games trilogy has been a blockbuster since its release last March. Fans had been ecstatic and couldn't hide their excitement as they look for scoops not just on filming updates, but also on the leading stars' personal lives.

Theatre or Television? The Stage Is Still Going Strong!

Fri, 04 May 2012 12:40:28 -0500

In ancient days gone by the theatre was one of the only forms of entertainment. Back in the days of ancient Greece the options of an Athenian fun hunter were just the theatre or maybe pulling an oar in a trireme. It only a couple of thousand years for the dawn of the moving picture and television, a revolution of art and a cheaper, easier way to find entertainment.

Is Theatre for Everyone?

Fri, 04 May 2012 12:39:55 -0500

When Shakespeare said that all the world's a stage, he suggested that we are all mere actors and actresses in the grand performance that is life, and this may be true, but we are certainly not unified as just one audience. Not everybody enjoys the theatre, and so in recent times concern has been raised to the art form potentially dying out. But does theatre have a place in the modern world?

London Theatre - A Brief Exploration of One of the World's Most Prevailing Art Forms

Fri, 04 May 2012 12:39:40 -0500

This article is about the history of theatre and explores why the art form has endured, maintaining its popularity even to this day. It also explores theatre's prevailing relationship with London, and the stars whose acting talent have been nurtured by the city.

What Do Executive Producers and Directors Do?

Fri, 04 May 2012 12:36:58 -0500

How many production companies were involved in a picture? How many executive producers and producers are mentioned in the credits? Did you ever wonder what these positions entailed?

Trained Animals in Show Biz

Fri, 04 May 2012 12:36:43 -0500

How do they train animal actors? Here's the background, including the abuse animals received in the past. Now protected from harm by the Screen Actors Guild, trainers have worked with wolves, bears, elephants and even insects, as well as the domestic animals you see onscreen.

Mad Men: Episode 504 Mystery Date Commentary

Fri, 04 May 2012 11:48:28 -0500

This week's episode of Mad Men is titled Mystery Date, a callback to a board game from the 60's and 70's. Matthew Weiner and Company connect this innocent board game to a grisly murder - the mass killing of eight nursing students by Richard Speck in July of 1966.

Does Everything Look Better In 3D?

Fri, 04 May 2012 10:09:51 -0500

People are crazy about 3D movies. Nonetheless, these movies come with their advantages and disadvantages. Learn more about both from the article.

It Is Finally Going To Happen!

Thu, 03 May 2012 15:46:03 -0500

Hugh Jackman's commitment to playing Wolverine is praised by company executive! Tim Rothman says that the script for the new chapter of the "Wolverine" films is "Excellent"!

The Greatest Action Movies of the '80s

Thu, 03 May 2012 13:32:25 -0500

The 80s were a great time for action movies. That was the decade when raw, gritty and explosive action sequences entered movies in a big way, giving rise to stars like Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bruce Willis with huge international followings. The iconic action movies of the decade were the Rambo series, the Terminator series and Die Hard.

The Sitcom Effect: Why the World Secretly Loves Every Rehashed Plot Hollywood Throws At Us?

Thu, 03 May 2012 10:30:36 -0500

It is only in recent years that I can remember such an outcry against Hollywood for redoing, re-imagining, and rebooting every film in sight. Films that were once considered hallowed ground are being trampled upon with fresh new ideas and faces. Films that didn't ever need to see the light of day again are being remade, and even films that were made in the last decade are being re imagined in a new way. All the while the complaint is always the same. "Why can't Hollywood come up with any original ideas?"

Using Transcription to Document Documentaries

Wed, 02 May 2012 16:17:06 -0500

There are some people who cringe when they hear the word documentary as this usually means that they have to sit through some hum drum monologue others however normally get excited as they view this as an opportunity to learn something new. The sad fact however is that most people are no longer interested in the documentaries and there are very few people who will not sit through 2 hours of a documentary as they would rather do something different. This article has been written for such people.

Heard After The Knocking, Rapping At My Chamber Door: "Watch The Raven - It's Not A Bore!"

Tue, 01 May 2012 15:27:42 -0500

With the advent of the mammoth success that has been Guy Ritchie's Sherlock Holmes franchise, another Victorian era actioner was bound to happen. In this case, it is The Raven directed by James McTeigue (V for Vendetta, Ninja Assassin). Unlike Holmes, it is not a Victorian fictional character at the forefront, but an actual historical figure in the form of Edgar Allen Poe (John Cusack, Say Anything, Hot Tub Time Machine) in the final, destitute (and historically nebulous) years of his life.

5 Movies To Watch With Mom On Mother's Day

Tue, 01 May 2012 14:45:13 -0500

Mother's Day is a special day to honor the woman that does so much for you throughout the year. Celebrate Mom and spend some special time together this Mother's Day. Choose from these appropriate Mother's Day selections.

Sad Movie "City of Angel" Review

Tue, 01 May 2012 12:38:51 -0500

Among the many movies that left me a wave of sadness, City of Angels is on top of the list. Released in the year 1998, the movie is directed by Stephen Holden and the star list includes Meg Ryan, Nicolas Cage and Dennis Franz. The movie was a big hit on the box office owing to the story line and its soundtrack that included Iris by Goo Goo Dolls.

Movie Review: The Avengers (2012)

Tue, 01 May 2012 09:23:01 -0500

So how do you pose a threat to a demigod, a supersoldier, a man in an indestructible metal suit and a hulking green juggernaut? Well, you really can't. But with a surplus of loud explosions, massive battles, and limitless CG effects you can feign the right amount of adventure to appease fans of such monumental clashes between good and evil.

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Movie Review of The Lucky One

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:56:30 -0500

Call me crazy, but I'm starting to think that Nicholas Sparks needs to either: A) stop turning his books into movies, or B) locate and keep on speed dial the person who was responsible for the screen adaptation of 'The Notebook', because frankly, you can only expect audiences to hope for a life changing love story so many times before they stop giving you the benefit of the doubt. THE GOOD: A grown up and---if I may be perfectly frank---smoking hot Zac Efron plays Logan Thibault, a young Marine who has survived three tours of duty in Iraq, when many...

Dark Knight Rises

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:43:27 -0500

There's always one movie each year I look forward too, and this year the "Dark Knight Rises" is that movie for me. This is not a type of movie I'll say "I'll wait for it to come out on Netflix. This is the movie I will brave the crowds for, sit in a broken seat, and truly enjoy the theatre experience.

How a Book Is Turned Into a Movie

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 21:36:48 -0500

Do you love seeing books you've read turned into movies? Here is a rundown of how exactly that happens and what's involved from beginning to end.

Movie Review: Safe (2012)

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:29:04 -0500

Safe fulfills the expectations of modern thrillers with its breakneck pacing, over-the-top violence, and explosive action sequences. Don't let the numerous location changes within the film's opening few minutes fool you - there's little time wasted on lengthy introductions or complex motives as the tumultuous mayhem starts quickly and refuses to subside until the final frame. The brutal combat borders on the monotonous, but it also unflinchingly delivers what its audience wants to see, without stopping for development.

Movie Review: The Five-Year Engagement (2012)

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:28:51 -0500

No groundbreaking ideas or themes are presented in The Five-Year Engagement, but that doesn't mean it's not entertaining. Spurts of slapstick, a dash of vulgar humor, generous helpings of uncomfortable awkwardness, and a pinch of melodrama seasons the film with a cross of genres and unexpected laughs. Although moments of sudden darkness cloud the generally light-hearted mood, the greatest achievement for writer/star Jason Segel and writer/director Nicholas Stoller is that the characters are never despicable and retain a likeability that typically shirks away from roles designed to have dramatic, dynamic ups and downs.

What Are And Where You Can Find The Longest Running Shows On TV

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:24:01 -0500

Some television shows do not survive a single season and vanish from the airways forever. Others manage not only to survive season after season but decade after decade, becoming the longest running shows on television. These long running TV shows run the gamut of genres and formats, from news magazines to late night comedy shows and from cartoons to legal dramas.

Is The Brave Heroine Becoming A Reality?

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:42:44 -0500

Why is the new Disney Pixar Brave movie so important? What is making the heroine Merida a reality? Why does Disney need the brave movie to be a blockbuster? Read on to see why I feel that the Pixar Brave movie will be the blockbuster of 2012.

Getting To Know the Real Woody Allen

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:39:40 -0500

The article is an informative guide and a biographical account about all the important aspects and events in Woody Allen's life. Between takes he remains near the set accessible to cast and crew. Usually he is in a chair nearby talking to his assistant, reading a newspaper, or practicing his clarinet.

How to Become an Actor in Hollywood - The Truth That Nobody Else Will Tell You

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:24:36 -0500

If you're wondering how to become an actor, then you've obviously been bitten by a bug, and now have a dream to fulfill. That's a wonderful thing to have a dream. The problem is that many people fool themselves into thinking that it's an easier thing to do than it truly is.

Sunshine Cleaning Introduced a First for a Maid Service in Film

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:25:43 -0500

Sunshine Cleaning was a 2008 comedy drama that focused on a family that started a cleaning and maid service. The film starred Amy Adams and Emily Blunt as the main characters and was directed by Christine Jeffs. After it appeared at the Sundance Film Festival, the film received rave reviews in commercial theatres.

Watching A Movie Will Relieve Stress

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 07:56:28 -0500

Watching movies is a great way to deal with stress. If you feel stressed, a good comedy may help you unwind.

TV And The Young Ones - Some Trustworthy Tips

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:57:57 -0500

So What's On TV? When it comes to your young children and television, how much tv is too much tv for them? Letting your kid watch TV is not a bad thing - if done in moderation.

Tips to Prepare for Going to an Outdoor Movie

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:12:52 -0500

Summer is almost here, and, if you are lucky, that means it is time to enjoy outdoor movies under the stars. Whether you are headed to a movie in the park in your town, a church movie event, or even a backyard movie night, these tips will help you make the most of an outdoor movie night experience.

Movie Review: Jesus Henry Christ (2012) (PG-13)

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 19:48:16 -0500

Jesus Henry Christ is preposterous, pretentious, venomous, and maddeningly unclear about what it wants to say and how it wants to say it. Much like the philosophy of art for art's sake, the film's quirkiness has no intrinsic value; it's weird simply for the sake of being weird. We're tempted to think that it takes a moral position, given the narrative usage of feminism, militant antiestablishment rhetoric, atheism, racial and gay intolerances, nontraditional family values, and the rewards and deficits that come from being a genius. In fact, the story is divorced from pretty much any sense of morality; all the beliefs listed above are not examined convincingly and are included primarily to be made fun of. In spite of all this, the film ends on such a mechanically upbeat note that it might as well have served as the ending to a sitcom episode.

Movie Review: The Lucky One (2012) (PG-13)

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 19:47:13 -0500

Faithful readers will know that film adaptations of Nicholas Sparks novels aren't exactly my cup of tea. I enjoy a good romance as much as the next person, but I've found his particular style to be predictable, soppy, and emotionally manipulative. With that in mind, I find myself in the position of reviewing his newest adaptation, The Lucky One. While hardly recommendable, it is admittedly better than I thought it was going to be. It has all the reliable hallmarks of a Nicholas Sparks story - a Southern setting, a sudden love between perfect strangers, characters with troubled histories, outside forces that threaten the blossoming relationship, a sentimental conclusion - and yet it worked just a little harder at allowing me to see past its contrivances. It wasn't hard enough, but progress is progress.

Movie Review: Think Like a Man (2012) (PG-13)

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 19:46:39 -0500

So far as I can tell, the intended purpose of Steve Harvey's book Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man was to give women relationship advice from a male perspective, which in turn would help them find the right man. While I have no opinion on his words of wisdom, I do have a thing or two to say about Think Like a Man, a film that injects Harvey's book into the plot of a romantic comedy. Silly and uninspired, it doesn't analyze his concepts in plausible, satisfying ways; instead, it applies them to manufactured vignettes in which the men are immature brats and the women are conniving and manipulative. There is no truth to any of the characters in this movie. They serve primarily as comedy relief, goofballs we're made to laugh at instead of with.

Movie Review: Chimpanzee (2012) (G)

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 19:46:24 -0500

The Disneynature documentaries had me initially. Their first two releases, Earth and Oceans, were marvelous films; I was especially taken with the latter, not only because it was a spectacular showcase of underwater footage but also because it raised awareness about the negative and positive effects we have on the environment. But then came last year's African Cats, and while the visuals were undoubtedly stunning, I believed the filmmakers went too far in their efforts to make it a dramatic narrative, which sort of goes against what documentaries set out to do. Now we have Chimpanzee. Although it suffers from some of the same problems as African Cats, namely the use of inherently manipulative narrative techniques, the film is a definite improvement. If they keep it up, Disneynature might have me again completely by next year.

Movie Review: Darling Companion (2012) (PG-13)

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 19:45:58 -0500

Watching Darling Companion, I could tell that director/co-writer Lawrence Kasdan knew what he was after but had some trouble finding it. Strangely enough, this is surprisingly reminiscent of the film itself, which tells the story of a group of people having a great deal of trouble finding a lost dog. All the characters know that they want to find him, but actually reaching this goal will prove to be a tremendous physical and emotional challenge. It's a well-intentioned movie, utilizing a reliable relationship plot and terrific actors that give decent performances, although I felt something overall was missing; it lacks the necessary style capable of elevating its merely entertaining and heartwarming premise into something more meaningful.

Movie Review: The Moth Diaries (2012) (R)

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 19:45:50 -0500

In the same vein as Darren Aronofsky's Black Swan, The Moth Diaries is a dark brainteaser - a gothic psychological thriller that continuously challenges the audience's perception of reality without coming to any definitive conclusions. Here is a film in which we cannot trust most of what we see or hear; we're being toyed with, and whatever deductions we make stem entirely from what we personally bring to the experience. I know this is the case because many scenes are intentionally structured to be interpreted in two ways. That writer/director Mary Harron pulled this off without making it seem mechanical or contrived is something of a great achievement. We're obviously being manipulated, and yet it's done with such passion and cleverness that we find we don't much care.

Movie Review: Goodbye First Love (2012) (Not Rated)

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 19:45:36 -0500

Because it makes no grand gestures, Goodbye First Love is a deceptively simple movie. Essentially, it tells the story of a young woman torn between two men, both of whom she loves deeply but in completely different ways. Its simplicity is cleverly masked by a rather unconventional style, which is about as far removed from a Hollywood romance as it can be. The film flows rather organically, with most of the traditional cinematic enhancements stripped away. It's less about plot and drama and more about character. It may not be immediately apparent, but we are witnessing a person on the road towards maturity. This isn't to suggest she began at innocence, nor that she will end up understanding everything; all we know is that she's in the process of becoming.

Episode Recap: The Legend of Korra: Welcome to Republic City

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 07:45:52 -0500

This is a play by play recap of the network premiere for the first episode of The Legend of Korra. Korra is the new avatar. Already proficient in firebending, waterbending, and earthbending, she now needs to learn airbending from Master Tenzin.

The Top 10 Most Violent Movies Ever Made!

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 16:01:01 -0500

What is the most violent movie ever made? You've seen this question asked many times all over the internet. After months of extensive research I have put together this guide of the top ten most violent movies ever made. WARNING: These movies are very disturbing! Please read at your own risk!

Dragons - Fact or Fiction?

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 15:29:08 -0500

Dragons are prevalent in the folklore of many countries. Is there an explanation of why they are believed in by so many cultures?

Movie Review - Defending Your Life

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:14:19 -0500

Very clever and sufficiently funny, in the full-length feature film Defending Your Life, Albert Brooks is brilliant and Meryl Streep has seldom been better. When Brooks character is killed in a car accident, our leading man finds himself falling for the love of his life (ironically enough) while undergoing what amounts to a civil trial to determine if he learned the essence of life which seems to be the criteria for going on to heaven or being cast back to another earthly existence in another attempt to "get it right." Judgment City, a seemingly perfect utopian purgatory of sorts is the setting for this trial process, of which Streep is undergoing the same scrutiny. Increasingly, it appears as if our leading man will ever see his leading lady again, as she is repeatedly commended for her stellar existence on earth. At every turn, Brooks character is portrayed as a wimp, a pushover, dishonest and fearful.

Tyler Perry: Filmmkaing Against the Odds

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 13:08:51 -0500

Tyler Perry faces much criticism for his role as Medea all while creating a memorable directors library. His ups and downs are more about the image of African Americans more than about his quality of filmmaking.

Is Kevin Feige Wrong To Delay The Incredible Hulk 2?

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:54:59 -0500

It's been a thunderous week for Marvel fans, as early screenings of The Avengers have gone down fantastically well with critics and fans alike! While official reviews are embargoed for the next couple of days, much praise has been given to the way the film has brought new life into the Incredible Hulk, which is why some fans are disheartened by Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige for announcing there are no plans for a Hulk sequel...

Guilty Pleasures: Competitive Reality Shows

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:39:30 -0500

Do you admit you watch American Idol? Do you discuss Survivor? Let's not even mention gathering around the water cooler -- there aren't any now. Are you even hooked on the Kardashians?

Barun Sobti, Most Popular Indian Television Actor

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:24:36 -0500

Barun Sobti was born on 21 August 1984 in Delhi. Barun Sobti is quite popular in the Indian Television industry because of his powerful roles in various daily soaps...

How Do 3D Glasses Work?

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 14:46:25 -0500

3D glasses make the movie or television show you're watching look like a 3D scene that's happening right in front of you. With objects flying off the screen and careening in your direction, and creepy characters reaching out to grab you, wearing 3D glasses makes you feel like you're a part of the action - not just someone sitting there watching a movie. Considering they have such high entertainment value, you'll be surprised at how amazingly simple 3D glasses are. Read on to learn how 3D glasses work.

What to Look for in Film Reviews

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 13:56:40 -0500

Learn what elements factor into a good film review. Bloggers reign all over the internet, and being aware of what makes a good review will empower the reader.

Using News Video Clips In Your Video Productions Increases Credibility

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 13:26:12 -0500

News clips prior to the 20th century were referred to as "reels" but can still be reliable, trustworthy additions to most modern day news video clips. Recorded events, especially those that have historical significance, are instantly recognized by the viewer and can add tons of credibility, style and structure to an otherwise drab narrative. News footage clips can be easily "dropped" or added into larger videos to produce custom-finished pieces.

Getting to Know Katniss Everdeen

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 11:14:00 -0500

This article will give you all the information you want about Katniss Everdeen, the character in the movie. It will give you an insight about her family history and how she became very strong and be able to surpass all the trials.

Movie Review: Titanic 3D (2012) (PG-13)

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 08:25:39 -0500

The recent trend of converting old films to 3D and rereleasing them theatrically has kept me in an almost constant state of recollection. The experience of seeing James Cameron's Titanic 3D has put me back into that state, and for the time being, it ranks as the most vivid, the most powerful, and the most personal of any 3D rerelease I've seen. It called to mind my days as a teenage Titanic historian (very much of the amateur division) and, to an even stronger degree, my talent for drawing, which I sadly gave up on. Most of all, it called to mind memories of seeing the film for the first time in December of 1997 and watching it win the Oscar for Best Picture and become the most financially successful movie ever made - only to be surpassed twelve years later by Avatar, again directed by James Cameron.

Elements Which Make A Great Action Movie

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 15:39:11 -0500

If you are a huge fan of action films, then you just can't allow yourself to miss out on some of the top action movies of all time. There are many elements that make a great action film, in this article I will expand upon these elements.

The Discreet Charm of Luis Bunuel

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:42:10 -0500

The purpose of this analytical essay is to convey an overall sense of director Luis Bunuel's authorial expressivity in his bizarre masterpiece "The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie" (1972). Underneath all of its cryptic, absurdist and seemingly impenetrable content lies an auteur's deep-rooted methodology that's textured with narrative experimentation, incendiary subtext, sardonic wit and a Surrealist framework; it's all unmistakably a product of Luis Bunuel. I intend to shed light on many of his prominent subtexts while, at the very least, drawing curiosities from his more subtle touches.

The Pitch on AMC

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 08:59:01 -0500

Sneak preview of new reality show, "The Pitch" was shown on April 8. It shows two advertising agencies preparing presentations for a new client. It follows "Mad Men," but is very slow-moving in comparison. It's advertising as a reality show.

Movie Review:: Touchback (2012) (PG-13)

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 15:03:21 -0500

Touchback is not a compelling movie, although it is rife with compelling ideas, which only makes processing my feelings for it that much more difficult. It has some good things to say about the choices we make in life and learning to appreciate what we have; what's missing is a plot capable of supporting these messages fully. If you're going to infuse an inspirational sports drama with the fantastical concept of time travel, there's absolutely no call for half-heartedness. You have to be completely audacious and commit to it fully. Otherwise, we in the audience have no real reason to willingly suspend disbelief. To an extent, writer/director Don Handfield made an honest effort. The issue is, that extent should have been the entire film, not just specific scenes.

Movie Review:: The Cabin in the Woods (2012) (R)

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 15:02:59 -0500

"I love being scared." So said Joss Whedon in an interview with Total Film regarding The Cabin in the Woods, which he produced and co-wrote with director Drew Goddard. "The things that I don't like are kids acting like idiots, the devolution of the horror movie into torture porn and into a long series of sadistic comeuppances. Drew and I both felt that the pendulum had sung a little too far in that direction." When I first read that quote a few weeks ago, I wished Whedon had been there with me, for I wanted to shake him by the hand and thank him for publically reaffirming what I've felt about horror movies for quite some time. But then I actually saw The Cabin in the Woods, and I couldn't help but wonder why I wasn't seeing things as he saw them. Something wasn't quite right.

Movie Review:: The Three Stooges (2012) (PG)

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 15:01:53 -0500

I must recuse myself as not being the biggest fan of the original Three Stooges comedy team and the shorts that made them so famous. I always thought the act amounted to little more than a one-trick pony; there's only so much face-slapping, head-pounding, eye-poking, nyuk-nyuking, and woo-wooing I can take before it becomes stale and repetitive. If you've seen one, you've pretty much seen them all - the occasional tweaks to the act notwithstanding. Knowing this, I find myself in the position of reviewing The Farrelly Brothers' The Three Stooges, which isn't a biopic but a revival in which new actors replace Moe Howard, Curly Howard, and Larry Fine as their knuckleheaded alter egos. True to form, the film is a juvenile comedy that features scene after scene after scene of relentless, over the top slapstick.

The Best Medical TV Shows

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:50:57 -0500

There are several great shows about medicine. Here are just a few.

Movies Starring Plants

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:44:55 -0500

There are some movies out there that no matter the plot line, plants seem to steal the show. Here are some movies where plants have a starring role.

How to Generate Movie Ideas?

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:24:56 -0500

Making a movie is always an awesome experience, as it provides a wholesome experience regarding various aspects of life, society, family, love as well as of the entire world. To create or generate original ideas for a movie is a very challenging task. It requires lot of brainstorming sessions and rigorous researches. A story writer or a screen-play writer has to go through a long process. To cultivate or develop a fresh idea that does not assimilate with any one's work requires original thinking, interests in diverse fields and an endeavor to present it in a simple yet impressive style.

Venice on the Silver Screen

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:05:15 -0500

Venice has long been a fertile field of inspiration for many of the world's finest film-makers and writers. From Shakespeare to the James Bond films, the mystical floating city, with its winding alleyways, gothic architecture, beautiful artwork and silky canals, has captured the artist's imagination like no other city on earth. For starters, just ask the driver of any Venice airport transport, about the tales of various novelists and auteurs in the city. Their journeys throughout the city, both physically and psychologically, have gone down in folklore, leaving, for those interested in film and literature, an interesting array of places to visit.

Movie Review: The Three Stooges (2012)

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 07:56:25 -0500

Chris Diamantopoulos, Sean Hayes, and Will Sasso do an outstanding job imitating the most famous grouping of The Three Stooges (Moe Howard, Larry Fine, and Curly Howard, respectively). Their mannerisms, voices, and acting are sensationally accurate - even their physical features are surprisingly close. If this weren't a movie, they'd certainly make a striking Vegas show.

Movies As a Major Art Form

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 15:17:48 -0500

The world of art has evolved over time. Do movies deserve to be referred to as the highest art form?

Review of Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 15:01:46 -0500

Leslie Vernon is a mythic serial killer in the making. Hoping to join the ranks of Freddy, Jason, and Michael Myers, Leslie gives full access of his planning and eventual night of mayhem to a trio of documentary filmmakers.

Why Was Columbo So Successful?

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 13:29:37 -0500

Columbo. During the 1970s and 80s, Columbo was a very popular television series. Why was it so popular?

Horror Web Shows Are Scaring Up the Internet

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:54:43 -0500

As YouTube, Netflix, and Hulu continue to raise the bar for online entertainment focusing on quality web shows, the horror genre seems to have tagged along for the ride. AMC featured Everything Dies, their web version of their wildly popular TV series The Walking Dead during Season 2. Fearnet has continued to grow their fan base offering various horror web series on their website.

Letters to Juliet: Book and Movie

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:20:21 -0500

The book Letters to Juliet was published in 2006. The movie opened in 2010, a romantic comedy with Amanda Seyfried. It tells the story of letters sent to Shakespeare's Juliet, asking for romantic advice. The film is set in Verona, Italy and is filled with beautiful settings of an ancient Italian city and the quirky people who live there.

Why Do Girls Like The Twilight Series So Much?

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 08:57:28 -0500

Twilight - the first book in the series was the talk of the town when it was published. Along the way, it has become a rage among teenage girls and every book in the Twilight series is cherished by all girls. But have you ever wondered why girls like this series so much? Well, we are here to tell you exactly that. So gather all your girl friends around and read on why girls like the Twilight series.

New LG TV Review - Still Looking For The Ultimate TV

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 14:38:28 -0500

If you find yourself Surfing the web for hours and hours trying to find the perfect TV, there is a popular brand on the market that has taken the United States and countries around the world by storm. With a little research you will find the perfect TV that will suite your needs.

Royalty Free and Rights Managed Footage - Understanding the Differences

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 11:26:53 -0500

It's good to fully understand the differences between Royalty Free and Rights Managed Footage before you decide which to use in your production. If you are planning to use stock footage for your college film, sales presentation, press campaign or any other production, it's essential to know about the two options of Royalty Free and Rights Managed footage. Understanding the different licences involved will help you to make the right decision as to which type of stock footage best suits your needs.

Role of a Film Producer

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 10:07:25 -0500

If you've gone through the rigors of film school and are ready to break out into the world, you may find yourself a bit taken aback at how hard it is to get your foot in the door. Most everyone wants to be a film director, yet it doesn't always work out that way. There are many important positions in making a film; one which has a lot of clout, is that of the producer.