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Tag: dvd

blogathon

The King of Pain: AIRBORNE

We begin to descend into the darkness today dear friends. Today the pain of my kingdom was inflicted upon me in a whole new way. … Read More ›

Posted on June 23, 2011August 2, 2011
blogathon

The King of Pain: SPACE CAMP

When did we stop dreaming about outer space? As this film played out, I was fascinated by the scores of kids of all ages who … Read More ›

Posted on June 22, 2011August 3, 2011
blogathon

The King of Pain: THREE O’CLOCK HIGH

This film should almost be titled “John Hughes Made It Look So Easy”. I’ve come to the conclusion that sitting down to watch any film … Read More ›

Posted on June 21, 2011August 3, 2011
blogathon

The King of Pain: SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE

Six or seven years ago I really began to love cooking. There was something about being creative in the kitchen that reminded me of studying … Read More ›

Posted on June 20, 2011August 3, 2011
falling for the first time

Talkin’ GREMLINS with Jake Cole

So you might recall a few months ago when I caught a screening of GREMLINS. That afternoon was my first experience with the film in … Read More ›

Posted on May 12, 2011January 12, 2012
falling for the first time

Talkin’ SCARFACE with Bob Turnbull

Something a little different this time around. Thus far, my conversations with other bloggers on neo-classics has leant itself to the light and comedic. Today … Read More ›

Posted on April 20, 2011January 12, 2012
watchin' & writin'

Another Day: SAVING PRIVATE RYAN

The first time you watch it, you will be overwhelmed by its battle scenes. Watch this film a second time, and you realize its true heart beats in between those epic battles.

Posted on March 24, 2011March 6, 2013
dvd doubleback

Doubleback: MORNING GLORY

There’s a lot about MORNING GLORY that makes me want to just wail away on it. But in a rare twist, there is also an … Read More ›

Posted on March 15, 2011August 6, 2011
falling for the first time

Talkin’ SAY ANYTHING with Sebastian Gutierrez

When I was growing up, I outwardly acted like Tom Cruise in TOP GUN (which is odd because I wasn’t the best at anything). Inwardly … Read More ›

Posted on March 10, 2011January 12, 2012
dvd doubleback

Doubleback: WAKING SLEEPING BEAUTY

At least once or twice this winter, the conversation of whether animated features should qualify for best picture has come up around the blogosphere. To … Read More ›

Posted on February 21, 2011August 6, 2011
falling for the first time

Talkin’ GHOSTBUSTERS with Tom Clift

You may recall that late last year, I started this series where I get my fellow movie-lovers to check out some 80’s and 90’s pop … Read More ›

Posted on February 15, 2011August 6, 2011
dvd doubleback

Doubleback: ANIMAL KINGDOM

I’ve mentioned before, that all things being equal I prefer to see a film in a cinema versus home theatre. My exhibit A would have … Read More ›

Posted on February 6, 2011March 20, 2012

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