The Lizzie Bennet Diaries has been hailed by critics and fans alike as one of the most innovative literary adaptations as it follows Jane Austen’s beloved character Elizabeth Bennet in a modernized internet-based retelling of Pride and Prejudice. Lizzie narrates the trials and tribulations of her family life in the style of a v-log and our writers, Elizabeth and Stephanie […]
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Following the Signs with “Silver Linings Playbook”
When life gets us down, it can be hard to pull yourself back up and figure out where to go next. At times it can feel like a long process of wandering through bouts of depression and anger; resentment of misunderstanding personal purpose and a sense of overall frustration, but those bends in the road […]
Top 10 Films of 2012
The months of January and February are well known in the entertainment industry as an opportunity for studios to highlight the award nominated films of the past year. With the upcoming Academy Awards and reflection on all that 2012 had to offer cinema attendees, let’s review some of the best works in film that have […]
Not a Book Report, Just a Thought: Why It’s a Perk To Be A Wallflower
“A coming-of-age tale in the tradition of The Catcher in the Rye and A Separate Peace.. poignant… inspirational… beautifully written.” – USA Today Listening to the low burble of people talking around me enjoying their steaming coffee cups and crunching on chocolate chip bagels, I couldn’t help but smile at the irony of the situation. I had […]
“Christmas with Holly”: A Movie Reminds Us of What Truly Matters
As we wind down the holidays, there is a mix of sadness and hope in the air. We are filled with the sweet memories of the holidays with family and friends. There is also a bit of depression mixed in as we pack up the ornaments and eat the last bit of the leftovers. We ring in […]
Not a Book Report, Just a Thought: Why It’s a Sin To Kill A Mockingbird
“… ‘Shoot all the blue jays you want, if you can hit ’em, but remember it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird.’ That was the only time I ever heard Atticus say it was a sin to do something and I asked Miss Maudie about it. ‘Your father’s right,’ she said. ‘Mockingbirds don’t do one […]
How Life is So ‘Wonderful’ According To Capra
Throughout the years there have been many films that have created quite an impact but none can really compare to Frank Capra’s It’s A Wonderful Life. The film isn’t really just a film. It’s more of a study in hardship, frustration, and shattered dreams that serve as a valuable life lesson through the eyes of […]
Skyfall: Sexy Times with Fabulous Blondes
Skyfall marks the Bond franchise’s 50th anniversary but don’t go thinking 007 is ready for retirement. The new Bond film is a thrilling spectacle that feels fresh, modern, relevant and not a day over 22.
‘Wreck-It Ralph’ Earns High Score with Clever Script and Gaming Nostalgia
Disney’s Wreck-It Ralph can easily be described as video games galore. The film’s opening – complete with an 8-bit title card – is a prime example. We’re taken inside the world of a popular arcade game called Fix-It Felix Jr., an 8-bit throwback to Nintendo’s 1981 classic, Donkey Kong. Here, we meet Wreck-It Ralph (John […]
“Juan of the Dead”: Mojitos and Zombies
Juan of the Dead is a Cuban zombie movie that combines blood spatter with Caribbean flavor and political undertones. There’s a bunch of stuff that I never thought I’d write together in a sentence. While politics and comedy in zombie movies are nothing new (Juan of the Dead‘s title borrows from British comedy Shaun of […]
The 5 Scariest Treehouse of Horror Episodes of The Simpsons
The Simpsons has pretty much gone hand in hand with Halloween ever since they aired the first Treehouse of Horror during their second season. Since then, every season has seen Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie transplanted into everything from famous horror movies to the presidential election. Though the Treehouse of Horror episodes have gotten […]
Monsters Charm and Check Into “Hotel Transylvania”
Hotel Transylvania is the latest in the trend of monster-themed movies to be released this year. But it’s not your typical monster film. Yes, there are monsters galore throughout the film, but the real monsters are humans – or at least, that’s what Adam Sandler’s Dracula believes.
Fall Premiere Roundup: Which New Shows Are Worth Watching?
It’s officially fall, and you know what that means! The leaves are falling off the trees, peacoats and umbrellas are making their first appearances, and most important of all, the new series premieres are all ripe and ready for the picking!
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