Thoughts on Living the Life Creative
The Servant (1964) - A self involved, vacuous member of the upper class is oblivious to the chicanery of the man he hires as his man servant. Directed by Joseph Losey Starring - Dirk Bogarde, Sarah Miles, James Fox Why I Liked It - A chilling tale of deceit, told with a touch of subtlety.... Continue Reading →
Happy Gilmore (1996) - An inept, but enthusiastic, hockey player discovers he can drive a golf ball 400+ yards. When the IRS seizes his grandmother’s house for back taxes, he takes his act on the pro tour. Starting Adam Sandler, Carl Weathers, Julie Bowen, Christopher McDonald Why I Liked It - Bob Barker beats up... Continue Reading →
I understand the concept of marketing hyperbole, but really? The Last Room on the Left by Leah Konen (2025) - Kerry's life is a string of problems. Her husband left her, her drinking is getting out of control, and she is stuck on a book she's writing whose deadline is coming fast. The chance to... Continue Reading →
How much trouble can you get into if Groucho Marx is your advisor?Don't answer that question! Double Dynamite (1951) - A young bank clerk wants more from his life is accused of embezzling from his employer. With only his friend Emil on his side, he'll try to clear his name and win his girl back.... Continue Reading →
Yeah, It Was OK Lucky Christmas (2011) - A single mom moves to a small town with her son to start over again. Meanwhile, across town a good looking local man has set aside his dreams to support the family business. The rest you can guess. Directed by Gary Yates Starring Elizabeth Berkley, Jason Grey-Stanford... Continue Reading →
Seriously Sexy Seasonal Senior Silliness Grumpy Old Men (1993) – Two lifelong rivals (now senior citizens) vie for the affections of a beautiful new neighbor. They have razzed and pranked each other for most of their lives. But now they discover they mean more to each other than they realized. Directed by Donald Petrie Starring... Continue Reading →
A classic fantasy series that doesn’t get the attention it deserves The Chronicles of Amber by Roger Zelazny (1970-91) – The children of Oberon have the power to move through, change, and even create worlds in Shadow. Amber, the city that Shadow reflects, contains the Pattern, an ancient labyrinth that gives them their powers. But... Continue Reading →
It's fun, but not THAT kind of fun. The Invisible Woman (1940) - A department store model finds a way to get revenge on her miserable boss when she answers an ad for test subjects. An eccentric scientist has found the way to make people invisible. There are a few problems still to be overcome!... Continue Reading →
When The End Comes, It Will Come For Us All. When the Wind Blows (1986) – Nuclear war disrupts the quiet routine of an elderly, retired couple in England. Directed by Jimmy T. Murakami Starring Dame Peggy Ashcroft, Sir John Mills Why I Liked It – A charming fable with a heartbreaking end. Here’s a... Continue Reading →
The Hotel Magnifique by Emily J. Taylor (2023) – Magic is a power both dangerous and feared. The only place that it is controlled is at the Hotel Magnifique, a decadent hotel that appears at random points around the world. If you have enough money, you can enjoy all the opulence of the hotel. The... Continue Reading →
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