Thoughts on Living the Life Creative
Oh, That Throne of Lies!Elf (2003) – A human baby is adopted by Santa’s elves. When the time comes, they send Buddy back to find his human father in New York City.Directed by Jon FavreauStarring – Will Ferrell, James Caan, Zooey Deschanel, Bob Newhart, Mary Steenburgen, Ed AsnerWhy I Liked It: A heartwarming ending saves... Continue Reading →
You Bring The PopcornTime for the annual summation of the movie watching here at the Phlipside. There was a bit of a surprise waiting when I totaled the numbers. Almost half of this year’s movies ranked in the top two categories. I’m not sure that’s ever happened before.So here are the raw numbers:43 total movies... Continue Reading →
Something Delightfully Dumb For Christmas!Santa Conquers The Martians (1964) - Mars decides their children need Santa! So the come to Earth to kidnap him! Directed by Nicholas WebsterStarring - John Call, Leonard Hicks, Vincent Beck, Pia Zadora (movie debut)Why I Liked It - Some trashy, campy, low budget Christmas fun!Let's get the low hanging fruit out... Continue Reading →
That The Critics Have All WrongA Charlie Brown Christmas (1964) – The iconic characters from Charles Schultz’s “Peanuts” comic strip come together for a Christmas Pageant. Charlie Brown struggles with his feelings about the holiday, and his role as director of the holiday play.Directed by Bill MelendezStarring Charlie Brown, Linus Van Pelt, Lucy Van Pelt,... Continue Reading →
Except Nothing Can Save ThisChristmas With the Kranks (2004) – When Luther (Allen) and Norah (Curtis) Krank discover they will be empty nesters at Christmas for the first time, Luther suggests just skipping the entire Christmas season. This results in a major conflict with his neighbors.Directed by Joe RothStarring Tim Allen, Jamie Lee Curtis, Dan... Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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