Thoughts on Living the Life Creative
The One Where I Ruin Some People's Christmas Home Alone (1990) – In the chaos of trying to get two families ready for a Christmas trip to Paris, Kevin gets lost in the shuffle. While his family struggles to get back home, Kevin lives like a king, including the need to defend his home against... Continue Reading →
Rediscovering A Childhood FavoriteMr. Magoo's Christmas Carol (1962) – The near-sighted cartoon character is on Broadway playing Ebenezer Scrooge in this musical version of the Christmas classic. Directed by Abe Levitow Starring – Jim Backus, Morey Amsterdam, Jack Cassidy, Royal Dano, Paul Frees, Joan Gardner Why I Liked It – A childhood favorite! Season favorites... Continue Reading →
So Much Christmas To Enjoy! I’ve decided to do some exploring in the Christmas media world this year. Over the last couple of decades, I’ve talked about my favorite, gotta-see Christmas stories. In reality, I almost never watch anything else. And there is a lot to watch! So, besides the usual suspects, I’m looking at... Continue Reading →
Played For The Dream or By The Dream? Hoop Dreams (1994)- Two young men from inner city Chicago chase a dream of professional basketball as they play for two different high schools. The different expectations from coaches, family and the players themselves show all the hurdles they face.Directed by Steve JamesStarring Arthur Agee, William Gates.Why... Continue Reading →
It's Why You Bring Your Tools You take your camera with you “Just in case”. It may never come out of the bag, or get lifted to your eye, but you never know when you might see something good. There’s a really cool event this time of year at one of the biggest parks in... Continue Reading →
I Always Want To Like Movies in Pittsburgh, But...Mysteries of Pittsburgh (2008) – During the last summer before he graduates, Art Bechstein takes the easiest job he can find. While he’s there, things get complicated. A group of new friends takes his life into a new direction. A direction for which no one is prepared.Directed... Continue Reading →
The Movie You Get From A Shopping ListSolo-A Star Wars Story (2018) – The origin story of “Star Wars” icon Han Solo. From his days as a street kid on the planet to the beginning of the career as a smuggler that would lead him to his time in the Rebellion.Directed by Ron HowardStarring –... Continue Reading →
Where The Pig Saves The Parish!Going My Way (1944) - A young priest is sent to a declining parish by the bishop. He will have to maneuver through the challenges of a quirky congregation, an irascible long-time parish priest and some unruly street kids. With their help (and a song), he might be able to... Continue Reading →
The Next Two Steps in 3D Creativity Just a quick update on my side trip into 3D printing. A while ago I shared my first project, frames for some small photos that I wanted to hang at my desk. They turned out pretty well, and with some paint, look great! But I can't stop there,... Continue Reading →
One Mistake And The Whole Thing Fails (In Real Life)The Eagle Has Landed (1976) - As WWII grinds to a conclusion, a desperate plan is made to parachute German soldiers into England to kidnap Churchill.Directed by John SturgesStarring - Donald Sutherland, Robert Duvall, Michael Caine, Jenny Agutter, Jean Marsh, Donald Pleasence, Larry HagmanWhy I Liked... Continue Reading →
Stories Are My Life 