tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16619960340941758192024-03-05T02:08:23.521-08:00 Film Filosopher ReviewsShowing You the Pros and Cons of Cinema--Every SaturdayAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09562794732055378500noreply@blogger.comBlogger44125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1661996034094175819.post-58150255821913333792016-08-17T13:18:00.002-07:002016-08-17T13:24:27.740-07:00Pete's Dragon Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Well, here we go again...Another favorite childhood classic of mine gets the Disney remake treatment. When will you learn, Disney? When will you learn??<br />
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Upon hearing the announcement for this film, I was immediately worried. For one, you have to understand that <i>Pete's Dragon</i> is an extremely silly movie. I mean, it's really great, but still silly. The main plot centers around an orphan boy who is running away from his abusive "adopted" family with his pet green and purple dragon named Elliot. He then goes to a town called Passamaquoddy where a evil conman who sells faulty medicines wants to capture and kill Elliot so he can use his various body parts to put in his remedies. All the while, its a musical. So you can see what I mean when I say it's kinda silly. As a result, I wondered how it would be possible to adapt such a film to today's audience. Did this remake succeed in making a serious and current take on the<i> Pete's Dragon</i> story? Or did it fail in more ways than one?<br />
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Orphan Pete is found at the age of four by a humongous green, fury dragon named Elliott. Fast forward six years later, Grace, a forrest ranger, finds Pete and takes him home. Elliott goes looking for him. He finds Pete and Grace's boyfriend Jack's brother Gavin wants to capture him. Pete, Jack's daughter Natalie, and Grace's father Meacham rescues him. A chase ensues. Elliott, thinking he is protecting Pete, tries to burn down the bridge they are crossing. When Pete informs him that that will kill Grace and Jack, Elliott stops. Much to his dismay, they fall down into the cavern below. Elliott saves them and takes Pete back to the forrest just to take him back to Grace's home later. Elliott leaves only for Pete to go looking for him at an indeterminable time later. Low and behold, he does find Elliott in the mountains, not alone, but with an indeterminable amount of other dragons.<br />
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If any of you have ever seen the original 1977 film, you absolutely know that the plot I just described had not only nothing to do with it, but almost the exact opposite of the original film. I cannot begin to tell you how completely pointless this movie was. It just simply did not need to be made. It was cheep, generic, and has an insulting amount of disregard to the source material. All of the characters were bland. The story lacks any signs of originality. This film shares no resemblance to the original in any way other than Pete's name, Elliott's name, and the fact that Elliott can turn invisible. That's it. That's all the two had in common. Now, I know it couldn't be exactly like the original, but absolutely none of the plot was followed through. While it continually tries to be serious and realistic it ends up being just plain idiotic. It tries to be heartwarming, but ends up being completely cheesy and generic. The effects were sub-pare, the acting is nothing special, and the music okay, but unmemorable. I could go on much <i>much </i>more, but I think you got the idea.<br />
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Basically the only things I can say that were good about this movie were that the boy that played Pete looked like the boy from the original and the end credits song "Something Wild" featured one of my favorite musicians, Lindsey Stirling.<br />
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Absolutely nothing about this movie works for me. It especially hurts because <i>Pete's Dragon</i> is one of the three movies I watched constantly as a kid and still love even today. So, much to me dismay, I cannot recommend this movie to anyone. Come on Disney, you can do much <i>much</i> better than this. <br />
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If you want to see a good movie about a boy and a dragon, check out the original 1977 film: the real <i>Pete's Dragon</i><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09562794732055378500noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1661996034094175819.post-23189690563132545212016-04-23T17:22:00.001-07:002016-04-23T17:23:22.836-07:00"God's Not Dead 2" Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In 2014, a film was released that questioned the ethics of the college education system. <i>God's Not Dead</i> was a huge hit in the box office grossing almost 61 million dollars. The story of a college boy whose faith in God is persecuted and challenged by his professor seemed to really strike home with many people. When hearing about a sequel to one of my favorite Faith-Based films, I couldn't help but wonder how they were going to "up the ante". Did <i>God's Not Dead 2</i> extend on it's predecessor? Or should it have itself been taken to court?<br />
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The story follows a high school teacher named Grace Wesley played by Melissa Joan Hart (whom you may know from TV shows she played in as a kid such as <i>Clarissa Explains it All</i> and <i>Sabrina the Teenaged Witch</i>). One day, when a young high school student named Brooke asks her a question in her history class about Jesus, Grace answers it using the Bible. As you can imagine, a student tells someone and Ms. Grace gets into a lot of trouble with the school board. She is taken to court along with her newbie lawyer Tom, and has to somehow prove she is not guilty before her entire life is taken away from her.<br />
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Along with that story line, we also have some reoccurring characters from<i> God's Not Dead</i>. Pastor Dave is back, and this time he is serving jury duty on Grace's case, Amy is back dealing with her faith, Martin is back searching for answers about God, and, of course, the Newsboys are back doing their own thing.<br />
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I have to say, this was much more of a "technically" good movie. Some of the faults of the first one was fix here, like too many plot lines and some small nip picks such as pacing and unneeded/annoying characters. (I was happy to see no annoying girlfriends accompanying this feature) Overall the story, for me, was much more powerful. Grace's entire livelihood hangs in the balance in whether the jury names her guilty or not. This creates incredible tension throughout the film. I also like how they had the stories come together partially at the end but still have their separate plot lines. One of the only things that bugged me about this one is that Amy's story was quite underdeveloped. They just didn't write much for her to do, and it seems just like an excuse to get the Newsboys in there someway. Other than that, this movie was great. And for me, it indeed exceeds it's predecessor.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09562794732055378500noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1661996034094175819.post-37082717522738427322016-03-29T13:38:00.002-07:002016-04-07T12:06:42.774-07:00"Miracles from Heaven" Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As you could probably tell from my review of<i> Heaven is for Real</i>, I'm not a big fan of these "true story of miracles" movies. It's not that I don't believe in miracles, I do, it's just that these are rarely done even slightly well. So when I saw that <i>Miracles from Heaven</i> was coming out, I wasn't excited and wasn't planning on seeing it. But through curiosity and certain circumstances, I decided to go ahead and give it a shot. So, was this a bigger flop than <i>Heaven is for Real</i>? Or did give miracle movies a better name?<br />
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The story is about the Beam family of Texas. The dad, Kevin, is a veterinarian and the mom, Christy, is a loving mother of her three daughters Abbie, Anna, and Adelynn. They all go to church together, and they are an over all normal family. All until one day when Anna unexpectedly get sick. They take her to the hospital, but they tell them that is lactose intolerance or that she has bad acid reflex or other guesses. Christy knows there is something more wrong and convinces them to allow a doctor to take a better look at her. It turns out she has an extremely serious condition called pseudo-obstruction motility disorder which makes it almost impossible to digest food. Nothing seems to be helping their daughter, so Christy takes a chance and takes Anna to a specialist in Boston to see if there is anyway he can help. Along the way, Christy struggles with her faith, and wonders why God could allow such a terrible thing to happen to Anna.<br />
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I have to say that <i>Miracles from Heaven</i> was a huge improvement over <i>Heaven is for Real</i>. It's definitely not perfect, they still managed to throw the whole "I went to Heaven" aspect in there toward the end, but over all I was not disappointed. The story was interesting and had good pacing. The characters overall acted normally. And the message was both true to life and inspiring. If you were interested it seeing it, but wasn't sure, I'd go ahead and see it. <br />
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While the story is based on true events, I do think that they stayed pretty true to the story.<br />
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Most of the side characters were okay, but some of them felt like they were just there for no reason and didn't do much. Mostly the other Beam family members like Kevin and the littlest sister.<br />
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Besides the disease, there were these characters in the church that made Christy (and me) very mad. They accused not only her and her husband of doing something to bring this sickness to the family, but also Anna. As if God had punished them for some reason. But this came out of no where and ended up going a bit too far.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09562794732055378500noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1661996034094175819.post-46719512805266699142016-03-14T12:25:00.001-07:002016-03-14T12:28:03.620-07:00"Zootopia" Review<br />
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This movie has done incredibly well in the theaters this past week, and is gaining popular fast. Its opening weekend grossed 75 million dollars, and has so far grossed over 142 million dollars. It also currently has 99% on Rotten Tomatoes which is a feat to achieve for the best of movies. There is a reason for the hype. For one, the animation is some of the best I have ever seen...ever! The backgrounds are amazing, the characters design is great, the texturing (especially of things like hair) was unbelievable, and the atmosphere makes for such an inviting world. Also, the characters are extremely likable and real to life. <br />
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The story is very unique especially for an animated "for kids" film. I'll get into the overall message later, but the story is a bit different than you might expect. Basically, it's a detective story. It integrates humor in as well, but it's got much more of a serious tone. This is mainly due to the message: prejudice. Not prejudice against any one in particular, but more like treating people with disrespect because of your expectations of them. For example, even though she went through the same training as the other students and was top of her academies class, Judy is not taken seriously because she is a small bunny and they don't think she can take the work. There is a great issue in the world today with lack of respect for others, and it's great to see a movie share the idea of treating others fairly and respectably.<br />
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To be completely honest, there isn't much I can say is wrong with this film. It's pretty much near perfect. I could nitpick about a couple of things, but it wouldn't amount to much in the end. If you haven't seen <i>Zootopia</i> yet, DO. It's a movie both kids and adults will love.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09562794732055378500noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1661996034094175819.post-12202083316566944822016-02-27T14:55:00.002-08:002016-02-27T15:34:45.087-08:00"Risen" Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Christian movies have been on the rise in the last few years, but with the likes of the Kendrick and the Erwin brothers, come people like Darren Aronofsky and Ridley Scott. These secular filmmakers have tried to take the stories of the Bible, and present them in completely fictional ways that only shame the original source material. When <i>Risen</i> was announced, it wasn't presented like some of the other Biblical-fiction movies. So, does <i>Risen</i> shed a new light on Christian media, or does it only cast a shadow?<br />
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<i>Risen</i> is the story of Clavius the Tribune. He is second hand to Pilate, and when a Jewish man named Yeshua is put to death, it is Clavius' job to make sure he stays locked away in his tomb. But when his body mysteriously disappears, Clavius starts to think that maybe there is some truth about the stories of Yeshua.<br />
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This was a refreshing Biblical telling of the story of "The manhunt that changed the course of human history." While the main character Clavius is a fictional character, we can a assume that there was someone at this time doing the same things; looking for the dead body of Jesus. Speaking of Jesus, he is called by the Jewish name Yeshua which is unique. And the character of Yeshua is portrayed a little differently. For one, he doesn't look a like a super model like most others do. Also, he is kind of comical, and a bit more happy-go-lucky than you might see in some other films. All these things I quite liked. The disciples where a little different as well. Peter was portrayed as a bit high strung, while Bartholomew was way more joyful.<br />
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Some of the negatives would be that sometimes the pacing can be slow, and the action bits didn't quite do much it for me. Also the fact that this is a fiction story might throw some people off, but I look at it as something like historic-fiction. And lastly, if you are looking for a film that distributes the gospel of Jesus in a big way, you may not look to this. It is very subtle in that way. I personally found it to be a good way to present the Bible to someone, but it is not like <i>War Room</i> or<i> Do You Believe</i>.<br />
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Overall this is a great movie. Perhaps this could be the gateway into having more Christian movies taken from a fiction standpoint not be completely the opposite of the Word, but be an addition to the original text.<br />
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<i>Effects/Animation- 8/10</i><br />
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Nothing too amazing, but what was there was good. The settings, backgrounds, and costuming were also very nicely done.<br />
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<i>Entertainment Factor- 9/10</i><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09562794732055378500noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1661996034094175819.post-18036533674594147242015-12-29T13:28:00.000-08:002015-12-29T13:30:14.250-08:00The Good Dinosaur Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Two Pixar movies in one year?!?! Yes, indeed. Along with <i>Inside Out</i> (which I loved by the way) comes Pixar's second 2015 film, The <i>Good Dinosaur</i>. Because we didn't see a Pixar movie last year, we expected there to be two awesome movies in return. <i>Inside Out</i> made a home run, but did The <i>Good Dinosaur</i> strike out?<br />
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The story goes like this: In an evolutionary theory, dinosaurs were wiped out of existence by a meteorite. In this story, the meteorite never hit earth. Because of this, dinosaurs are now in the same time zone as humans. One dinosaur, named Arlo lives on a lovely farm with his parents and two siblings. Although Arlo is the weakest of the bunch, he tries very hard to earn his "mark." When his father gives him the job of catching and killing a creature that continues to steal their corn, Arlo fail. When Arlo sees the creature again, he chases it down the river and falls in, loosing sight of his farm. He wakes up on the other side of the mountains and must find his way back before winter comes. But will he make an unlikely friend along the way?<br />
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I know, reading that description, it sounds very...cliched. You have the weak character that tries to prove himself, the unwanted pest, the main character being separated from his family, and the long journey home type deal. But, in some way, they make in very interesting, and change it up a bit along the way. Also, this is made a bit more for a child audience. Pixar movies such as <i>Inside Out</i>, T<i>oy Story</i>, the <i>Incredibles</i>, and etc, deal with more adult problems and explain them in ways that children can understand. In the <i>Good Dinosaur</i>, is is sorta the opposite. So, am I saying this is only for the kids to watch? Not at all. There are many aspects of this film that older people can enjoy. For example, the animation. It has some of the best background animation...ever! It's so realistic. There were times were you could have easily fooled me into thinking it was real. That plus the cartoony character design echoed the theme of a small dinosaur in a big scary world. Was it as good as the previously mentioned Pixar films? Hmmm, no. But it definitely was a welcomed addition to the Pixar library.<br />
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<i>Main Characters- 8/10</i><br />
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The characters of Arlo and Spot worked very well together and are both likable in their own ways.<br />
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Arlo's family, while not a huge part of the story, can be very interesting. On the other hand, there is a T-Rex family I enjoyed quite a lot. <br />
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The villains were a bit absent. Not that there weren't any; there were mean dinosaurs. There just were not that interesting.<br />
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Very nice animation, especially the backgrounds. The only things is some people might not think the character animation blends well with the backgrounds.<br />
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I really loved the score. It had a great western feel with some tribal flute that made for a great comparison to the animation. <br />
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I was entertained mostly throughout the entire thing. There were just a couple of slow spots though. <br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09562794732055378500noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1661996034094175819.post-90476215239356737972015-11-30T11:50:00.002-08:002015-11-30T11:51:59.217-08:00The Peanuts Movie Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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When I first heard of this movie coming out sometime back in early 2014, I was a bit hesitant. There have been a lot of movies based on cartoons come out of major studios for the last couple of years, and while some are not all that bad, some have been just terrible(i.e <i>The</i> <i>Smurf</i> movies.) At the time, I didn't know if they were going to make it a live action film, a animated/live action film, or what. But as soon as I saw the first trailer, I was interested. The producers said there wouldn't be things like cell phones, or current pop culture references. That furthered my interest. But, after seeing it, did it do what it promised, or was it just another adaption flop?<br />
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The story is simple. Charlie Brown tries to impress the new little red haired girl at school by learning how to dance. All the while, Snoopy daydreams his misadventures against his nemesis while trying to save his girlfriend Fifi.<br />
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To put it as simple as the movie, it is the perfect adaption. We have seen so many adaptions in movie form. Not just cartoons, but of classic TV shows, books, remakes of other movies, etc. And while some have been OK to pretty good, a large part of them have been absolute flops. The truth is, it hard to make a movie about another source material because the viewer is already familiar to the story, and therefore expect it to be similar or exactly alike. <i>The Peanuts Movie</i> has a perfect blend of adaption and new. It made a new story, and mixed it very well with the original <i>Peanut</i> formulas. On top of the story, the animation is just amazing! It's basically the 3D version of the 2D cartoons. It has a nice sleek and smooth look that creates a very relaxed atmosphere which most of the originals had as well. Another great thing was the voice acting. I was afraid that, like many other movies made for children, would have a celebrity voice cast, with adults as children. But thankfully, it was entirely voiced by relatively unknown child actors who did a great job.<br />
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Overall, this was a most enjoyable experience. It has something for everyone; a nostalgic road trip for those who grew up with the <i>Peanuts</i>, and a great introduction for the younger audience. It is in theaters as of the day this was posted, so please go check it out.<br />
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<i>Story- 10/10</i><br />
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A nice and simple story that brings something new to the plate while mimicking the original.<br />
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<i>Main Characters- 10/10</i><br />
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Voice acting was great. Charlie Brown and Snoopy were as lovable as ever.<br />
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<i>Side Characters- 910</i><br />
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They surprisly brought back a lot of the original characters. The only problem? I wanted to see more of them!<br />
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<i>Villain- 8/10 </i><br />
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There really wasn't a "villian" I guess you could count whoever was chasing Snoopy. In that case, not bad at all.<br />
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I have to give this a 10. Some of the best CGI you'll see from any other company including Pixar.<br />
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<i>Songs/Score- 9/10</i><br />
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Who can't love that Peanut music?! Only problem? Again, I wanted to hear more of it.<br />
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<i>Entertainment Factor- 10/10</i><br />
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Along with <i>Goosebumps</i>, I saw <i>Pan</i>. I've been super excited for this film since I saw the first trailer. I'm a huge fan of the Peter Pan story, and love basically anything to do with it. And even though this isn't a direct adaption(more like <i>Hook</i>) I was still anxious to see it. So, did this movie make me want to join Peter in the sky, or did turn me into a stinky old pirate?<br />
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<i>Pan</i> was....a little disappointing. It had plenty of opportunity to be a great prequel to a timeless story, but somehow messed it up along the way. It wasn't a terrible movie, and I could see myself watching it again someday, but it definitely could have improved a great deal. For the most part, the effects and setting were very good. The overall atmosphere felt adventurous like a Peter Pan movie should. But the biggest mistake was the writing. It didn't flow well from scene to scene and felt kinda disjointed. And the dialogue...it was the worst. Very cheesy, a lot of it made no sense, and most of it was what I like to call "trailer talk." Trailer talk is when a character says something inspirational or adventurous just to be put in the trailer to sound cool. It worked well for the trailer, but not good at all for the film itself. It's funny, cause the acting wasn't bad. The casting for each character was actually quite fitting. Like Hugh Jackman as Black Beard was a bit hammy and loud like a good villain should be, and Levi Miller did a good, dare I say, great job of being Peter. He acted a very interesting role of Peter's origins. Overall, I guess you could put this into a guilty pleasures list. If you're a fan of Peter Pan, you may like this movie. But if not, or if you're interested, just rent it when it comes to Redbox.<br />
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<i>Main Characters- 6/10</i><br />
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The score was very good, with some really adventurous melodies. But something I didn't mention was that, for some odd reason, they had a couple of songs in here. And by songs, I mean pop songs from the 80's. Yeah, the pirates sang pop songs in a strange piratity way. Not at all sure what that was...<br />
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I know. It's not Halloween. But look at it this way. Here's a way to get you back into the spooky spirit for a few minutes before all the Christmas jingle bells start ringing.<br />
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Welcome back to part 2 of My Favorite Animated Villains list! I hope you enjoyed the last. Same disclaimers as last time. If you haven't read part 1 here is the link: <a href="http://filmfilosopher.blogspot.com/2015/10/my-top-20-favorite-animated-movie.html" target="_blank">http://filmfilosopher.blogspot.com/2015/10/my-top-20-favorite-animated-movie.html</a><br />
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In the book of Exodus in the Bible, it tells a true story of a man named Moses who was saved from the Pharaoh of Egypt's purge of all the young baby boys. He is taken in by the princess and is raised by royalty. When he grows up, he learns of his origins as a Jew, and leaves only to come back and warn is "brother" Rameses, now Pharaoh, of the impeding plagues to come to the Egyptian people if Rameses does not let the Jewish people free. He proclaims a resounding "No," and the plagues do come. Only on the last plague, the one ending the life of his son, does he decide to let them go. They go off to the Red Sea, Moses uses God's power to split it, and even when the Pharaoh's soldiers are after them, they cross the sea to freedom. And the rest, you could say, is history.<br />
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This story is important to many people. It tells the story of God's astounding power, the independence of the Jews, and the story of two men. The one who followed God, and the one who did not. Rameses' story is a sad one. He is one of the many people who are falsely taught, and can't seem to change he mind. Even when he changes it, he changes back. What's great about The Prince of Egypt, is that they don't show Rameses as just another evil dictator, but as a person. A brother. A soul. He's a great example of real <i>people</i>. And that's why he is on this list. <br />
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Scarlet Overkill<br />
(<i>Minions</i>)<br />
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<i>Minions</i> is a prequel to <i>Despicable Me</i>. It's about the minions origins. their journey through time, and their meeting with the baddest villain of the 60s: Scarlett Overkill. They meet her at Villain Con, and Scarlett invites whoever wants to be her "minions" to try and defeat her. The Minions do, and become her henchmen. But, they don't turn out the way she thought they would...<br />
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I know it's strange for me to pick a villain from such a recent movie as the<i> Minions</i>, but Scarlet Overkill is one of the many things I enjoyed about this movie. She is kinda like Plankton or Rasputin, but with a bit more sarcastic nature. Actually, she kinda reminds me of Megamind. Kinda silly and quirky, but can actually get stuff accomplished when she puts her mind to it. She is played by Sandra Bullock, and she does a surprisingly good job. She is funny, unique, and follows that 60s cartoon villain style, but with a bit of a modern twist. And that's why she is on this list. <br />
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Lord Business<br />
(<i>The Lego Movie</i>)<br />
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Mr. Business is the leader of the Lego World. He has dangerous plans to use the Kragle everywhere. Emmet, a normal everyday figure, is the chosen one to save the world. Will he fulfill the prophecy, or will Lord Business <i>stick</i> to his evil plan?<br />
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When watching the <i>Lego Movie</i>, you may not think the villain would be all that threatening or sinister. But, surprisingly, Lord Business is both of those things. If you haven't guessed from my terrible pun, the Kragle is super glue. Lord Business wants order in the kingdom; for nothing to be out of place. So, he wants to super glue everything down, but not only that. He has been controlling the whole Lego world for who knows how long, has disconnected the different worlds from each other, and has been brainwashing all the people to think and do what he says. But on top of all that, he a very entertaining villain, and brings a compelling message to the movie. And that's why he is on this list. <br />
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Chantal Dubois<br />
(<i>Madagascar 3</i>)<br />
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<i>Madagascar 3</i> follows the story of Marty, Melvin, Gloria, and Alex; zoo animals that somehow make it all the way to Madagascar, Africa, and Europe. They want to make their way back to New York, so they hitch a ride with some circus animals. But on their trail is Captain Chantal Dubois, an animal taxidermy collector who is looking for her most prized find; Alex the Lion's head.<br />
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First off, I know this may not be the most original motive for a villain (Cruella De Vil has the same basic plot line), but the way that they demonstrate it is just as perfect as you can get. Chantal is delightfully sinister. The way she moves around and is basically like the Terminator in that she never gets hurt. She smashes through walls and jumps off of buildings with ease. This makes her both entertaining and frightening. But what's really funny, is that she thinks she is doing her patriotic duty. Just watch how she motivates her crew:<br />
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And that's why she is on this list.<br />
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Mrs. Tweedy<br />
(<i>Chicken Run</i>)<br />
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Chicken farm owners Mr. and Mrs. Tweedy are fed up with the chicken raising business and decide to go into the chicken pie business.<br />
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Though the plot may be a bit small, the villains play much more of an important part in this film than you may think. I've done a full length review of this movie. Just go to the Dreamworks tab. Anyway, the baddest of the two has to be Mrs. Tweedy. She reminds me of the Wicked Witch from <i>The Wizard of Oz</i>. Not only in looks, but also in personality. Her one and only goal is to make more money, and when raising chickens isn't sufficient, she goes to the new big thing. And she has no mercy. At the very end, when the chickens are escaping, she goes as far as to dangle off of their plane. Then, she just goes nuts. She's crazy and ruthless. And that's why she is on this list. <br />
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Monster House/Constance<br />
(<i>Monster House</i>)<br />
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On Halloween night, Mr. Nebbercracker makes sure no trick or treaters come to the door. Because, long ago, he met the love of his life, Constance, at a circus where she was the "fat lady." She was being mocked and made fun of, so he took her away. He began to make a house for her, but when some kids threw rocks and made light of her, she gets too angry and falls down to the bottom of the unfinished house. She died, but she didn't leave the house. She is the house.<br />
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One of the main reasons the Monster House is on this list so high is the backstory of Constance. It's short, but very effective. We see where she comes from, what happened to her, and why she is mad at children. Kids mocked her, and hurt her, and she doesn't want it to happen again. Mr. Nebbercracker, who loves her dearly, couldn't take it anymore, and needed to end it by exploding the house. And when he does, her soul is set free. Another great reason is how stinkin' terrify the Monster House is! Especially toward the end when it not only comes to life, but quite literally stands up and chases the main characters. Not to mention when it gets torn apart and resembles itself! It's one of the legitimately scary villains on here. And that's why she is on this list. <br />
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Hopper<br />
(<i>A Bug's Life</i>)<br />
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The ants on Ant Island work day in and day out gathering food only to have to give it to the crew of vicious grasshoppers and their leader Hopper. One day, an underdog named Flik, sets out to find warrior bugs to fight the grasshoppers. That doesn't roll well with Hopper and almost succeeds with taking over the ants. But he is then eaten by a bird. The End.<br />
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Hopper is another one of those villains that come off as legitimately threatening. We feel that he can really do some harm to the ants, and don't even really know his fate till the very end of the movie. While he does have some funny lines here and there, most of them sarcastic, he is mostly the straight man; a type of personality you rarely see in animated movies for kids. He can actually get a bit sinister at times. Like when he almost feeds a child ant to a grasshopper with what seems like rabies. He's another great Pixar villain from Pixar's most underrated classic. And that's why he is on this list. <br />
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Syndrome<br />
(<i>The Incredibles</i>) <br />
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Robert Parr(a.k.a Mr. Incredible), a retire superhero, yearns for his glory days. When his is offered a job testing robots by using his super strength, he can't say no. Little does he know, the facility is really a superhero destroying facility ran by Bob's old biggest fan, Buddy, now called Syndrome. After Mr. Incredible turned Buddy away when he was young, he turned evil and vowed to seek revenge. He invented "super powers," planning to sell them so that everyone can be "super".<br />
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Syndrome, like many of the other villains on this list, has a great back story. What's very interesting is that the cause for Buddy turning into Syndrome is the hero himself: Mr. Incredible. Though there might have been a misunderstanding,(Mr. Incredible was trying to keep Buddy from being hurt) it still caused Buddy's hatred to grown into an obsession. Syndrome is also a very entertaining villain. He has many funny lines and is almost always sarcastic. He is everything you could ask for in a villain. And that's why he is on this list. <br />
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Other Mother<br />
(<i>Coraline</i>)<br />
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Coraline Jones moves into an out in the middle of nowhere apartment building called the Pink Palace. There, she finds a hidden door behind the wallpaper. She opens it only to find it bricked up. But, at night, the door opens to a brand new world where her parents are perfect. They cook for her, play with her, and make her feel loved. Which is something her real parents weren't doing very well. Her "other mother," has she calls herself, is almost perfect. I say almost because, well, she wants Coraline to sow button onto her eyes. Coraline finds out she is crazy and evil and will stop at nothing to "love" Coraline...to death!<br />
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The other mother is the only villain on this list that could be on here solely because of how extraordinarily scary she is! She is even more scary than the Monster House! Because we don't really know why she is doing this, or even what she truly is, it makes her all the more frightening. The character design I think is really what gets me on edge though. She looks like a regular person until (as you can see in the GIF above) morphs into this terrible-spider-woman-skeleton-thing. Her personality also attributes to her scariness. She loves to play games, and is very manipulative and sadistic. She is a terrifying villain from a terrifying movie. And that's why she is on this list. <br />
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Darla<br />
(<i>Cats Don't Dance</i>)<br />
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Danny, a cat, longs to be a Hollywood star. He gets there only to find out that the big directors want animals just for small parts, and would rather have humans. The biggest star is Darla Dimple, "lover of children and animals." Well, we find out rather quickly that Darla is not what she seems. She is actually a completely psycho spoiled brat. When the animals try to defy the Hollywood status, Darla decides she is just gonna go ahead and flood the sound stage. Later the animals do get their shot in an epic way( <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1eBuuJqc44" target="_blank">Nothing's Going to Stop Us Now </a> ), and though she does try to stop them, her attempt fails. In the end she is found out, and indeed never works in that town again.<br />
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Out of all the movies on this list that I have said that are underrated, this is the underratedest. <i>Cat's Don't Dance</i> is thankfully a movie I grew up watching, and have enjoyed ever since. It has amazing animation, outstanding musical numbers, and a hilarious cast of characters. Darla takes up a very good chunk of what's memorable about this movie. I cannot say enough good things about her. She's funny, she's maniacal, she has some of the best songs in the movie, and by far has the best facial expressions ( I <i>had</i> to use at least two GIFs for this girl). She is just pure amazingness! And that's why she is on this list.<br />
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Any of the Studio Ghibli Villains <br />
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#2<br />
Ivan Sakharine<br />
(<i>The Adventure of Tintin</i>) <br />
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Moundshroud<br />
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Lotso<br />
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<i>Toy Story 3</i> follows the stories from the first two. This time around, Andy is grown up, and is packing for college. Of course, he no longer plays with his toys, and keeps them hidden away. He plans to put them in the attic and bring Woody along with him to college, but Andy's mom mistakenly takes them to the garbage. Thinking they were abandoned, the toys jump into another box marked for Sunnyside: a daycare center. So, they donate themselves, and find that Sunnyside lives up to the name. They meet a lot of new toys including what seems to be their leader, Lotso Huggin' Bear. They are sent to the caterpillar room, where the younger children are. They soon find out that Sunnyside and Lotso are not what they seem to be...<br />
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You may be thinking, "Why is Lotso at number one?" And indeed, there are a lot of great ones I could have picked for this spot, and almost did. But I picked Lotso for a reason you no doubt know I like: Backstory. I love when a character has the proper motivation for their actions. Whether it be hero or villain, I love a good peak behind the curtain to see the vulnerabilities in a character. And this works incredibly in the character Lotso. We have seen the "abandoned" route before, but not in this much time and detail. We get a good bit of time invested into Lotso, and a few other characters' lives before their current state. Lotso, his sidekick Big Baby, and an escaped from Sunnyside Chuckles the Clown once belonged to the same owner. They were accidentally left behind, and had to find their way back home, only to find that Lotso had been replaced(as seen above). As previously mentioned, a toys' whole life is about being loved by a child. And that's not only taken away from Lotso, but he is no longer needed whatsoever. That turns into hate for all toys and humans alike. He uses he's traumatic experience as a excuse to rule over the other toys of Sunnyside. Not only does he have an amazing backstory, but he is just great at being a villain. He's conniving, sneaky, and pretends to be the nice guy, only to have his true self show in the end. And when he has a chance to redeem himself, he chooses to continue on the same path...which ultimately leads to his destruction. He is truly the personification of a true villain. And that's why he is #1 on this list. <br />
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There are a lot of awful people in the world of cinema. And some of the worst are, funny enough, in animated films. So today, I am going to be counting down my favorite villains from some classic animated movies we all watched as a kid or as an adult.<br />
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First, a few disclaimers. These are not necessarily the baddest or most terrifying of all the villains. These are just the ones I thought were interesting. I originally was going to include Walt Disney Animated Film villains, but while making this list, I realized it is really hard to make a list of variety if including Disney. A lot of the ones were Disney, cause we all know Disney has some of the best villains. So instead I am not going to include them, and make another list later of just Disney villains. Now, I am including Pixar, simply because I do not view them as "Disney" but instead as their own separate studio. <br />
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Also, some of these will including me talking about the endings due to some villains only being revealed in the end. If you haven't seen a particular movie, either skip it, or read it if you don't care about spoilers. Thank you. <br />
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Vincent the Bear<br />
(<i>Over the Hedge</i>)<br />
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<i>Over the Hedge</i> (an underrated film, by Dreamworks) is about a raccoon named RJ that tries to steal food from a bear named Vincent who is hibernating. He instead gets it ran over by a tranfer and destroyed. So now, he has to get every piece of food and give it back to Vincent or Vincent will kill him.<br />
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I'm not exactly sure why, but as a kid I was kind of afraid of Vincent. Especially when RJ is having his "dream sequence."<br />
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<i>"Times up, RJ."</i><br />
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line scared me to death when I was kid. Bears aren't usually scary to
me, so it's kinda odd. I think it is probably the voice actor<span style="color: orange;"> <span style="color: orange;"><a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000560/?ref_=nv_sr_1" target="_blank">Nick Nolte</a>.</span></span> His voice is so deep and raspy. I don't know, maybe it's just
me(it probably is), but this movie is nostalgic for me. And this
character definitely was in my childhood nightmares. And that's why he is on this list.<br />
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Professor Screweyes<br />
(<i>We're Back: A Dinosaur Story</i>)<br />
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Like most kids born in the 90's, I grew up with this movie. <i>We're Back</i> is just a plain classic; no matter what anyone says. The story is basically about a Professor named Neweyes who gives knowledge to dinosaurs via cereal. He warns the dinos of his brother Screweyes, and to not get involved in his horror circus. Well, lo and behold, they do. And he is definitely scary. But not in the way you'd expect. He has a scary looking character design and voice, but his motivation is a bit more tame. Truth be told, he is only "being evil" to hype his business. He's not interested in ruling the world or plotting some long ago revenge. He is simply doing this for his love of all things scary.<br />
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He is pretty interesting to me. And though he may not be in the movie for too long, I've always thought he was a scarily awesome villain from a terribly underrated children's movie. And that's way he is on this list.<br />
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Kent Mansley<br />
(<i>The Iron Giant</i>) <br />
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<i>The Iron Giant</i> is a criminally underrated film, and has, just in the past couple of years, actually gotten a small following. It is the story of Hogarth, a young boy who finds a giant iron robot. Kent Mansley is a government agent who hears about the robot and that Hogarth may know where it is. He then goes on to basically stock Hogarth and even interrogates him for information.<br />
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This guy really isn't evil <i>evil</i>. He is sorta just an annoying grownup brat. He is trying to find the robot not because it might be potentially dangerous, but so he can get a praised by his boss. Though, when I say annoying, I don't mean to the viewer, but to the people he interacts with. He is just plain hilarious to watch. There is one scene where he just keeps on bothering Hogarth; asking him a ton of questions. The way he says things in that goofy 1950s way is just laugh out loud funny. And that's why he is on this list.<br />
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Randall and Mr.Waternoose<br />
(<i>Monster's Inc</i>)<br />
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<i>Monster's Inc</i> is one of my favorite Pixar movies, and is one I grew up with. You know those monsters you thought were in your closet, but you parents said were just a figment of your imagination? Yeah...they're real. But they're not mean (well most aren't) they are just doing their job. Well, two guys take their jobs too seriously. Mr. Waternoose is the president of Monsters Incorporated, a company that collects children's screams. He finds a new more efficient way to collect screams--kidnap kids and suck the life out of them. And guess who's all on board with this plan? Randall; the work bully.<br />
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Great villains! They want to kidnap children and basically kill them. And they even almost succeed! I included both of them on this list because they <i>are</i> from the same movie. Though, they do have different goals. Randall wants to boost his career and brag about it, and Mr. Waternoose wants to make his company colossal. What's even worse is Mr. Waternoose is good friends with one of the main characters, Sully. And Randall, as revealed in <i>Monster's University</i>, was once just a nerd. They're just evil. And that's why they are on this list. <br />
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Stinky Pete<br />
(<i>Toy Story 2</i>)<br />
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<i>Toy Story 2</i> is a continuation of <i>Toy Story</i>. Here Woody is taken by a toy collector to be sold to Japan with other toys. Woody finds out he was once part of a TV show named Woody's Roundup and meets the other members of the collection: Bullseye, Jessie, and Stinky Pete. Petey starts off as a good guy, but at the end we see that he has a grudge towards other toys because he was never bought due to him being <strike>a big ugly man doll</strike> a cowboy "action figure". He stops at nothing to get Woody to Japan.<br />
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Stinky Pete(a.k.a the Prospector)has a very interesting motive. We have seen the outcome of toys being forgotten (i.e <span style="color: orange;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ElhbTsKsros" target="_blank"><span style="color: orange;">one of the saddest moments of all time</span>!</a></span>). In the first film Woody was kinda tossed aside and became bitter with his replacement--Buzz. In this one, we hear of Prospector's past. Though, he was never tossed aside, instead he was never played with in the first place. A toy's whole life is being played with, and we get to see a villain who lets bitterness grow into hate. Of course we see more of this in a later sequel, but Stinky Pete was a great introduction into this villainous motive. And that's why he is on this list. <br />
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Rasputin<br />
(<i>Anastasia</i>) <br />
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Princess Anastasia(or Anya for short) and her grandmother escaped death, but Anya falls and hits her head on a railroad spike. She looses her memories of her family's death by the hand of Rasputin. Years go by, and Anya's grandma is still looking for her. By happenstance, a pair of con men think she looks very much like the princess, but not really knowing it for sure. take her to her grandmother. All the while, Rasputin's dead corpse sings about Anya's death in his underground lair.<br />
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Rasputin, to be honest, is not all that scary. And he's not very threatening either. But, he is for sure hilarious! He is such a fun villain! He's got some really funny lines and a laugh out loud sidekick. Just look at this guy <br />
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But most all, the thing that tops all of the other stuff, is his villain song. I can't say much that other people haven't already said. Just watch it here.<br />
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<i>All Dogs Go to Heaven</i> was a childhood favorite of mine. It's about a world where dogs have garbage dump hideouts and some little girls can understand animals. One such little girl named Anne-Marie is kidnapped by a bulldog named Carface, and is forced to talk to rats as so to know which one will win in a rat race. An owner of a dog nightclub named Charlie is sabotaged my Carface and is ultimately killed by him. He finds himself in Heaven, but tricks his way back to life. But...he can never come back. He finds Anne-Marie, saves her, and has to choose to set her free or use her for his own selfish intentions. All the while Carface is right on their trail.<br />
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I know. This story sounds way too grim and scary to be a children's movie, right? Wrong. This movie was made by none other than Don Bluth. And as you all know, he makes some scary stuff. He was also the one that made movies like <i>Anastasia</i>, <i>Land Before Time</i>, <i>Secret of Nimh</i>, and many others. But probably one my favorites would have to be this one. And one of the reasons is obviously the villain. So far on this list most of the villains have been either silly or not all that threatening. But this hound dog is just terrify (see gif above) He kidnaps an orphan, forces her to live in a dark dank basement with barely any food, and kills any dog that looks at him funny. And that's why he is on this list.<br />
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<i>Toy Story</i> is a classic and you no doubt know the story, but I'll a give you a brief synopsis. Toys are alive. They walk around and talk and have little jobs and so on. Their only true purpose is to be loved by their owners. Well, Woody, a cowboy doll, is the favorite toy of Andy. A new toy comes to the Andy's room, named Buzz; a spaceman action figure. Andy and his family are moving to a new home and he soon becomes a Buzz Lightyear fanatic and Woody gets jealous. Woody and Buzz go along with Andy to the most awesome place ever--Pizza Planet.<br />
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Sid is the equivalent of homicidal maniac...the young years. If you've ever watched crime shows like <i>Criminal Minds</i> or <i>Law and Order</i> (or even just turning on the news these days), you see that there are a lot of weirdos out there. Sid is one of those weirdos. I could see him entering a life of crime a few years after this movie. Not only does he wear skull shirts, have crazy looking rocker band posters and "I <3 Explosions" posters in his room, but he tortures, mutilates, and explodes toys! Just for fun! That would be strange enough in real life, but in this universe the toys are alive! So he is killing living beings! So I guess he is already a homicidal maniac. He's just plain insane. And that's why he is on this list. <br />
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Plankton is the main villain from one of the most famous and beloved cartoons of all time: <i>Spongebob</i> <i>Squarepants</i>. Though he is part of the TV show, he is also the main villain in the first <i>Spongebob</i> movie, and is also in a <i>Sponge Out of Water.</i> If you don't know what <i>Spongebob</i> is <strike>you were never a child</strike> I will tell. It's mainly about Spongebob, a fry cook for Mr. Krabs at the Krusty Krab. Along with his friends Patrick and Sandy, they get into tons of shenanigans. Squidward, the grumpy next door neighbor, is always trying to stop them. And Plankton is always trying to steal the secret recipe to the Krusty Krabs' furtune--the Krabby Patty. Plankton tries many different ways to acquire the Krabby Patty formula, but is always foiled by either Spongebob or Mr. Krabs or some other third thing.<br />
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Plankton is not only just plain hilarious, but he has a lot of character development. Sometimes he will be nice, and other times, like in the movie, he will try to rule the world. One time he takes over Spongebob's brain, another then he's singing the "F.U.N" song. But ultimately he will always be the villain, and he will always get what's coming to him. And on top of all of that, he has terrific maniacal laugh. And that's why he is on this list.<br />
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Well, that's it for part one of this countdown. You can expect the next on or after Halloween. Thank you all for reading, and have a terrifying day!!<br />
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I've been a huge fan of the Goosebumps franchise for quite some time. Though I was a bit late to the party, I still began reading with the first book "Welcome to Dead House." And of course, I also grew up watching the TV series. When I heard that there would be a movie come out, I was beyond excited. So did it meet my expectations, or should I just have kept on reading?<br />
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The story surrounds a teenager named Zach. He and his mom move to Madison, Delaware where his mom has a job as a vice principle. Zach soon meets the next door neighbor, a girl named Hannah, but she is shushed away by her father in the shadows. Zach begins to think something is wrong with Hannah's father, and when he hears screaming, he calls the cops. His attempt fails, so he makes a fake phone call to Hannah's dad, gets him away from the house, and sneaks in with a kid from school named Champ. While there, they finds out that Hannah was never in any trouble, but in the process unlocks a Goosebumps book on a shelf and unleashes a terrible monster. One thing leads to another and they have a lot of monsters and ghouls on their hands. They must capture the monsters and save the town from the furry and slimy claws of the creatures whom R.L. Stine created.<br />
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This film is just great. It has an interesting story, likable characters, amazing effects, and great acting. And most importantly, it's fun. Cool movies like this are why I like movies in the first place. Jack Black plays R.L.Stine and does an awesome job. You really would not think he would fit the role, but he does very well. I think the only things I would complain about would be that, because I'm such a big fan of Goosebumps, I was looking for monsters from the books that may not have been there. I say "may not have" because I watched this at a drive in. It was a bit dark and I couldn't get the full effect of the backgrounds. And also, I think a bit of the romantic elements were a bit forced, but it didn't bother me all that much.<br />
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War Room is still out in theaters right now, so I won't spoil it for those who haven't seen it. Here is the basic plot: Realtor agent Elizabeth Jordan meets an elderly woman named Clara who is selling her long time house to live with her son. Clara begins to witness to Elizabeth, telling her that she needs to rely on Jesus and pray for the situations in her life. Soon Elizabeth confides in Clara about her failing marriage and broken relationship with her daughter. Through Clara's encouragement, and the power of prayer, Elizabeth's life could change forever. But she will she choose to rely on Christ?<br />
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<i> In His Steps </i>is based on the book by Charles Sheldon. It is about a homeless man who is on the verge of death. He comes to the church and other businesses around the town of Raymond for help, but finds none. One Sunday, he comes into a local church pastured by Henry Maxwell. He makes a vibrant and true speech about how Christians no longer help people, and only play the part of a "Christian" but really do not do anything about their faith. Bro. Maxwell is moved by the man's words, and challenges his congregation to ask, before making any decisions, "What Would Jesus Do?" Only some come forward and partake in the challenge, while most complain about the pastor's efforts. Will the ones who took the challenge be able to complete it? Or will they fall into temptation?<br />
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This was written and directed by Zack Lawrence, a fellow reviewer, of christian independent films. I have been watching his videos for some time now, and when I heard he was making and releasing a movie, I could not have been more excited. I admired his film taste, and knew he would do a great job. And he definitely did!<br />
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The story is very well pieced together and never drags. The cinematography is done beautifully, and uniquely. There were plenty of twist and exciting scenes to keep the audience intrigued. The acting on many parts was done very well, but some needed great improvement. But, it wasn't enough to make me lose interest.<br />
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The greatest thing about this movie was the message itself. It really is about <i>being </i>a Christian, and not <i>seeming like</i> a Christian. Christianity is not only about the profession, but about the performance. As it says in the Bible--"<sup class="versenum"></sup>Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone," James 2:17. This movie is not a "feel good about yourself" Christian movie. It really makes you think about what <i>you</i> are doing to please God. This movie challenges everyone watching to ask themselves what Jesus would do, just like the people in this movie are asked to do. But, we don't just see the happy side of things. We see the struggle one would have in this situation, and because of that, <i>In His Steps</i> is very unique. Sadly, not many Christian films do this.<br />
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This was a very well made film with a fantastic message. If you haven't seen <i>In His Steps</i>, I highly recommend it! <br />
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Also, if you would like to check out Zack Lawrence's review show, go to this link:<br />
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And click here to go to Standing Sun Productions, the studio that made <i>In His Steps:</i> <a href="http://www.standingsun.com/">http://www.standingsun.com/</a><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09562794732055378500noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1661996034094175819.post-37394195575268657542015-03-31T14:03:00.002-07:002015-03-31T14:03:45.651-07:00Frozen Fever: A Disney Animation Short Last week I reviewed <i>Cinderella</i>. But, I didn't mention the short film that was presented along with it: <i>Frozen Fever </i><br />
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As soon as it was announced, every <i>Frozen</i> fan was excited for it coming out. The trailer for it has over 28 million views on Youtube! So, did <i>Frozen Fever</i> live up to it's big <strike>brother</strike> sister? Or did it let all the <i>Frozen </i>fans down?<br />
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The story basically surrounds Anna's birthday. Because Elsa wasn't really around for Anna's birthday, she wants to have a big surprise party for her. She leaves Olaf and Kristoff in charge of watching the cake, while she goes to get Anna from her sleeping chambers. Shenanigans ensue.<br />
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While the story, is entertaining and makes sense (Elsa <i>wasn't</i> around for the majority of Anna's birthdays, so it make sense that she wants this one to be special), the overall writing and humor of this short leaves a lot to be desired. <br />
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The jokes are copied from <i>Frozen</i> and pasted all over this. There are not many jokes that are original in this thing. As you can see from the picture above, they use the "Anna is lazy and has messed up hair in the morning. Isn't she just so like you?" joke. They use the Kristoff speaking for Sven joke again. And they take the most funny joke from Olaf, and do the exact same thing, just with different words!<br />
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The song that is the bulk of this short, is pretty decent, but no where near the magnitude of "Let it Go" or "Do You Want to Build a Snowman." Because, while I could remember at least a stanza or two of those songs after watching the movie, I can't remember the tune or even what it's called for that matter.<br />
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But, nevertheless, there are some good things about <i>Frozen Fever</i>. The animation, as expected, was gorgeous! And I do like the story overall. Oh, and there is one really cute and funny thing that happens.<br />
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Overall, this is not a really good short. It is basically a way to get all the "Frozen" fans in the theater. But, for what it is, it has a few good things about it. I wouldn't say don't go and watch "Cinderella" because this is in front of it. Just don't get your hopes up...<br />
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Today, we are looking at Disney's newest live-action remake flick, <i>Cinderella</i><br />
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Does anyone remember that review I did of another recent Disney live-action remake, <i>Maleficent</i>?<br />
Well, if you do, you probably know that I didn't enjoy it at all...I mean, I hated it. And it is absolutely in my "top five most hated films, by me" list. (That's actually a good idea for a blog post. I need to write that down...)<br />
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Anyway, as I was saying. I didn't like <i>Maleficent</i>, and when seeing the half-a-second trailer they had put out about a new <i>Cinderella</i> movie, I was more than displeased.<br />
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I thought, "How can they do this to me? I can't take two terrible Disney remakes. I just can't!"<br />
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You see, as much as I like <i>Sleeping Beauty</i>, I like the original Disney classic <i>Cinderella</i> more! I <span data-dobid="hdw">definitely</span> grew up watching it way more than <i>Sleeping Beauty</i> and I just all around love the characters and story a bit more than that of <i>Sleeping Beauty</i>. So seeing this was going to be a must, even if it did not peak my interest. I just had to see what they were doing with this movie. To my surprise, when I went to see <i>Into the Woods </i>(another Disney remake), a little pressure was pulled from me.<br />
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I really<i> really </i>enjoyed <i>Into the Woods</i>, and I thought "Hey, if <i>Cinderella</i> is as good as this, I <span data-dobid="hdw">definitely</span> want to see it!"<br />
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Turns out, when I saw the full length trailer for it, it actually looked "decent." I didn't know for sure though. So, I didn't get my hopes too high. I saw the movie...And what did I think of it???<br />
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We all know the story of Cinderella. If not, here it is:<br />
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After her mother dies, Cinderella's father marries another woman. Along with her daughters, she is a terribly mean person, and when Cinderella's father dies, she is treated like a slave. She is forced to do chores, and to eat table scraps, while they sit around and do nothing. One day, the prince has a ball, and every maiden in the kingdom is invited. He will then choose one to be his bride. This sparks the Stepmother and Stepsisters' interests, and they decide to go, but leave Cinderella at home. A fairy godmother comes down, and grants Cinderella her wish of going to the ball in a fancy carriage and dress, but only until 12:00 midnight, when the spell ends. She goes to ball, and the prince falls in love with her. But, through some amazing time lapse, it turns almost 12:00, and she has to leave. As she leaves, her shoe is left behind...<br />
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The prince tries the shoe on every girl in the kingdom, until he finds Cinderella and marries her on the spot.<br />
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That's how the story from the original "Cinderella" goes, and for the most part, that's how this one goes. There are few changes with the story, but the changes they made, I didn't mind so much. They weren't major. This isn't a movie about the Stepmom, or the Stepsisters. They didn't become nice. They are pretty much evil to the very end. This movie is about Cinderella. That is the thing I like most about this film. They didn't need to make it "special" or trendy. They just made it the way it was. Not to say this is not unique, cause it is, <i>very unique</i>. It has a lot of special qualities to it, but, because this is spoiler free review, I can't go into them.<br />
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The acting, for the most part, is fantastic. And <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4141252/?ref_=tt_cl_t2" target="_blank">Lily James</a> plays an absolute brilliant Cinderella. She has that special glow about her that really makes her likable. She also doesn't look like a model. That's something I don't like that is in a lot of movies; where the woman is a basic model. Not to say she isn't pretty, she is. She just isn't perfect looking. And that's pretty cool for Disney to do. Then there's the Stepmother and Stepsisters, and they do an amazing job! They are both likable and terrible. They look the part, sound the part, and play the part; while bringing something new to the table. Now, at first glance, you may not think <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4141252/?ref_=tt_cl_t2" target="_blank">Cate Blanchett </a>looks like a Stepmother, but trust me, she does a fabulous job.<br />
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The effects can be corny at times, but nothing distracting. The sets are really cool, and the cinematography is pretty well done. The dialog is very natural, and the plot does a great job of adding new things for the viewers to discover in a relatively old story.<br />
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But, no thing is perfect. As I said the CGI can get a little corny; falling into that "Maleficent" category. Also...the prince. The prince from the original was lacking any personality or reason. And I hoped that this guy would be a lot better, and while he does improve a bit, it's not near what I wanted it to be. He was a bit too picture perfect, and lacked a viable reason for loving our Cinderella so much. And his name is Kit for some reason...I don't know.<br />
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I was pleasantly surprised by this film. It is <span data-dobid="hdw">definitely</span> worth going out and seeing it with the whole family. If you're a fan of the original story, I'm sure you'll like this. <br />
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Cinderella was great, but that Prince.<br />
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<i>Songs/Score- 7/10</i><br />
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Well, it's Christmastime once again. Everyone has been scurrying around trying to find the perfect gift for their loved one.<br />
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"<i>You give me a book; I give you a tie. Aunt Martha has always wanted an orange squeezer and Uncle Henry could do with a new pipe</i>." -<i>The Bishops's Wife (1947)</i><br />
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<i> </i>By now, everyone one has thrown their decorations against every wall in and outside the house. People are no doubt baking cookies in the shape of gingerbread men and Santa Claus. Speaking of which: children are sitting in the poor old guys' lap, asking for every known toy. On Christmas morning, children will rush to the tree, retrieve their gifts of all sizes and colors, unwrap them with no knowledge of how long it took to wrap, and <i>oo </i>and <i>awe</i> at the many wondrous things that lay before them. Families will travel from California to New York, or maybe two house down, to see their long forgotten relatives who have been through the same things they have this season. Gifts will be exchanged. Hugs of thankfulness will be also, even if they hated the present. They all return home, and go back to their everyday lives. The kids go to school, parents go to work. Then they wait. Wait for it all to happen again; only 364 days away.<br />
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Christmas, I regret to say, has become an over-lapsing occurrence. It happens every year, and we do the same things. This is what got Charlie Brown down. You see, all the things I just mentioned, most of which I do myself, are <i>commercial</i>. I'll explain what that is in a moment. But first, let's take a look at this timeless classic of a Christmas Special: <i>A Charlie Brown Christmas</i>.<br />
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Charlie Brown explains to his friend Linus that he just doesn't get Christmas.<br />
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"<i>I think there must be something wrong with me, Linus. Christmas is
coming, but I'm not happy. I don't feel the way I'm supposed to feel.
I just don't understand Christmas, I guess. I like getting presents and
sending Christmas cards and decorating trees and all that, but I'm still
not happy. I always end up feeling depressed</i>." -Charlie Brown<br />
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Linus replies lovely..."<i>Of all the Charlie Browns in the world, you're the Charlie Browniest.</i>"<br />
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Linus and Charlie go skating. Alas, Charlie doesn't feel at all Christmasy. He goes to Lucy's Psychiatric Help stand. <br />
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Charlie Brown tells Lucy that he doesn't <i>feel</i> Christmas. She suggest that he direct the gang's Christmas play they are putting on. On the way to the school auditorium, he sees Snoopy decorating his doghouse for a contest. Charlie then exclaims that his dog has gone commercial! He also runs into his sister Sally who wants him to write down a letter to Santa. She asks for money....<br />
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He makes it to the school. Everyone is there, dancing to the beautiful music provided by Schroeder.<br />
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Charlie Brown gives out the parts to everyone, but he can't get anyone to concentrate on the play. Lucy sends him out to find an "aluminum tree" to put on the stage. He goes to get one with Linus, in the metal Christmas tree jungle.<br />
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The one he wants to take is a small twig/tree. As soon as everyone sees it, they laugh. Charlie Brown exclaims that trees are definitely not what Christmas is all about, but wonders what it could possibly all be about. Linus explains, in what might be one of the best speeches made in all cinematic history.<br />
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<i> "And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field,
keeping watch over their flock by night. And lo, the angel of the Lord
came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and
they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, 'Fear not: for
behold, I bring unto you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to
all people. For unto you is born this day in the City of David a Savior,
which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall
find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.' And
suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host,
praising God, and saying, 'Glory to God in the highest, and on earth
peace, good will toward men.'" </i><br />
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<i>"That's what Christmas is all about, Charlie Brown."</i><br />
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This inspires Charlie Brown. He looks at the tiny tree, takes it with a smile, and walks off the stage; friends following him. He takes his tree to Snoopy's doghouse and sits it down next to it. Charlie takes an ornament from the doghouse, and puts it on the top of the tree. The tree falls over. Charlie, discouraged, walks away. His friends fix the tree. Charlie Brown comes back. He is amazed by the tree, but more by his friends. We end with a "Merry Christmas" and "Hark the Herald Angles Sing."<br />
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And that was <i>A Charlie Brown Christmas.</i> This is on most peoples' list of favorite Christmas specials. It's on mine too. But why? Why is this one of the best of the best? Grant it, Peanuts is a big franchise. That's coming from someone whose tree is covered in Peanut ornaments. We will get to the exact reasons why in a moment, but first, I'd like to talk about "commercial."<br />
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The word commercial in the sense that this special takes it, is defined as follows: <i><span class="oneClick-link oneClick-available">prepared,</span> <span class="oneClick-link">done,</span> <span class="oneClick-link">or</span> <span class="oneClick-link">acting</span> <span class="oneClick-link">with</span> <span class="oneClick-link">sole</span> <span class="oneClick-link">or</span> <span class="oneClick-link">chief</span> <span class="oneClick-link">emphasis</span> <span class="oneClick-link">on</span> <span class="oneClick-link">saleability,</span> <span class="oneClick-link oneClick-available">profit,</span> <span class="oneClick-link">or</span> <span class="oneClick-link oneClick-available">success. </span></i><br />
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<span class="oneClick-link oneClick-available">Many people do things just because of money. Lets look at the entertainment companies. Most, if not all, movies franchises are made solely because the first one did well. For example, the Shrek movies were made one after another, because people kept going to the previous one. It only stopped when people started realizing that it needed to stop. People buy trees, and decorations, and presents most of the time because of the commercials we see on TV. We are feeding the monster, if you will. </span><br />
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The special is so simple. It's very refreshing, and indeed beautiful. The animation is gorgeously simple in a way you don't see often at all. One of my favorite things about the Peanuts is the voice-acting. It's so unprofessional and I love it. It's a show about kids, voiced by real kids, not adults with high voices. Not that I don't like it when adults with high voiced play the parts, but I think it's so much more effective when kids voice them. My dad made mention while watching this that it was very much like the early <i>Rugrats. </i>I'd have to agree very much. <i>A Charlie Brown Christmas</i> has a lot of what some might call "filler." There are many times when the characters are really not doing anything to advance the plot. Such as when they are throwing snowballs at a can or when Lucy and Schroeder are arguing about the music for the play. I personally think that it really does add to the story and over all atmosphere of the show. It really is the way you see things, as to whether you'll like this special a lot. I think a fair comparison would be <i>Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs </i>by Disney. It has some of the same qualities that this has.<br />
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This is just an amazing special that is meant to be shared and enjoyed by every person this Christmas season. If you haven't seen it yet, I definitely think you should give it a try. I'm most certain that it will not disappoint.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09562794732055378500noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1661996034094175819.post-49181886679489502162014-11-01T17:56:00.000-07:002014-11-01T17:56:20.313-07:00My Personal Top 20 Favorite Twilight Zone Episodes of ALL TIMES! Part II : 10-1<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Welcome back my children to the second part of "My Personal Favorite Top 20 Favorite <i>Twilight Zone </i>Episodes of ALL TIMES! PART II! 10-1! YAY!<br />
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How do you keep getting in here!? And what do you mean? Of course it's Halloween day! Here look...<br />
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Oh..Well, I must have set my calender wrong. That may have been why people were looking strangely at me when I came to their door dressed as a Ghostbuster...<br />
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IT'S NOVEMBER 1ST! YEAH! <br />
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So lets recap...<br />
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20. Kick the Can<br />
19. After Hours<br />
18. Nightmare at 20,000 Feet<br />
17. The Invaders<br />
16. Nick of Time<br />
15. The Howling Man<br />
14. Time Enough at Last<br />
13. The Man in the Bottle<br />
12. Five Characters in Search of an Exit<br />
11. Shadow Play<br />
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NOTE: These are my personal favorites. Not the ones I consider the best
made or best quality, just my favorites. If I didn't include one of your
favorites, or put one of your favorites further down the list, please
don't be angry with me. Also, I would love to heard which are your
favorites. Please, tell me in the comments. And lastly, this blog will
be spoiler free, so go check out these episodes yourselves (Netflix) and
enjoy the glorious endings. END OF NOTE.<br />
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<i>You unlock this door with the key of imagination. Beyond it is
another dimension—a dimension of sound, a dimension of sight, a
dimension of mind. You're moving into a land of both shadow and
substance, of things and ideas. You've just crossed over into the
Twilight Zone.</i><br />
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<br /><i>#10-The Hunt </i><br />
<i>Season 3 Episode 19</i><br />
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<i> </i>Hyder Simpson, his wife Rachel, and his good old dog Rip, live up in the mountains someplace in a tiny cabin. One night Hyder and Rip go coon huntin' even though Rachel says that they shouldn't because she had seen signs. In the night, Rip chases a coon down into the water. Hyder goes in after him. They wake up in the mornin', and find that some neighbors are diggin' on their land. He tells them to leave, but they can't hear 'em. He goes on to the house, and finds Rachel in mournin' clothes. She and the pastor talks about Hyder's death. He, believin' this is a dream, goes on to the cemetery to see who it is they be burying. He is blocked by a fence, and follows it. He then finds a man who claims to be St. Peter, and says that Hyder is dead.<br />
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This just a nice episode. Nothing too deep or profound. Just simple and sweet. This is all due to the wonderful acting of <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0402277/?ref_=tt_cl_t1" target="_blank">Arthur Hunnicutt</a> and the beautiful story that accompanies him. Arthur Hunicutt is just a plain fine actor. The way he talks and his facial expressions are so subtle, yet so effective. This really is the story of a man and his dog. And therefore, it need not be deep or "inspirational," for it takes a lighter tone, instead of the much heavier tone most other <i>Twilight Zone </i>episodes take. It is sadly, a much under-seen episode compared to some of the rest, but thankfully it is gaining in popularity. Everything about this is refreshing to see, against the hard to watch and harsh television we see much of the time today. And, of course, the ending is amazing. If you don't like heavy themes, and enjoy a good, sweet, simply story, you will for sure love this. If you haven't seen it, please, give it a shot. It will not disappoint. <br />
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<i>#9-The Shelter</i><br />
<i>Season 3 Episode 3</i><br />
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<i> </i>A party is being held for a Dr. Bill Stockton. While all his friends congratulate him, a bulletin on the radio announces that an unidentified object is heading toward the U.S.A and that everyone should head to their shelters or basement. Bill and his wife Grace and son Paul go into their shelter which many of his friends earlier had made light of. Just before the Stockton family go inside their shelter, Bill's best friend Jerry arrives at the house and begs Bill to allow him and his family to enter the shelter with him. He explains that there is only room for three. He closes the door, just as his other friends show up. One by one, they all beg and plead. One friend Frank suggest the get a battling ram and break down the door. Will Bill forgive? Or has his fellow neighbors started a new war?<br />
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Frankly, this is an extremely underrated episode. Perhaps more so then any of the episodes thus far on the list. And I just love it. It really dives deep into pure human emotion and instinct. You have this group of friends, who are mentioned to know each other for twenty years, but yet they turn onto one another within an hour or so. Husbands, wives, and children. They all want to be saved by this turmoil that is about to embark on them, and they would do nearly everything in assurance to be able to get by free of harm. It may not even be that. For Bill says that not but three people can live in there, but they continue to break the door down. Why? Because, when all else fails, they didn't want him to get out alive. If they were going to die, so was he. And this, ladies and gentleman, is somewhat, human nature. Because of the sin we put upon ourselves, we are now evil at heart. It is only by our extreme will and or help from God that we could be any different. Because, when you get down to it, everyone will do what they need to do to save themselves and their families. Am I saying that Bill should have let them in? Not necessarily. What would you do in this case? I, as most other people I think, would probably react in the way Bill did. Is that wrong? You be the judge.<br />
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And besides that very conflicting, and interesting conversation piece, this episode has much to offer. There's brilliant acting from <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0309588/?ref_=tt_cl_t1" target="_blank">Larry Gates</a> and of course the amazing actor from <i>Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0016776/?ref_=tt_cl_t3" target="_blank">Jack Albertson.</a></i> And as always, the setting is great; being a small suburb that brings a really "every" quality that I like so much. And, of course, the ending is amazing. If you enjoy interesting conflict, you are for sure to enjoy this one. If you haven't seen it, please, give it a shot. It will not disappoint. <br />
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<i>#8-Eye of the Beholder</i><br />
<i>Season 2 Episode 6</i><br />
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In some unknown time and unknown place, in a hospital were Doctors are called Doctor and nurses are call Nurse, a woman by the name of Janet Tyler lies in a bed awaiting the time of her unwrapping. For she is ugly. And not your normal, everyday ugly. Like <i>ugly </i>ugly. She has been undergoing surgery after surgery to get rid of this terrible ugliness, but this was her last. If this one didn't work, she shall be sent away to a sector where the ugliest of the uglys go. After begging for them to be removed, Doctor cuts away Ms. Tyler's uniform of desperation. One layer at a time. Will have the treatment worked? Or, will her ugliest still be noticeable?<br />
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This is another, yes, another face of the <i>Twilight Zone</i> franchise. But, why is this such a remembered episode? I mentioned before that "Nightmare at 20,000 Feet" was one of the episodes people think of when you say <i>The Twilight Zone</i>, but I think this is even more so. But, as I said, why? This is notorious for having a predictable ending. I mean, it's a great ending, don't get me wrong, but you can see it a mile away. So, why? Here's what I believe. I believe it makes people think. Yes, think. Something some of us are not used to. The whole message of this tale is about people putting labels on everything. And people do that a lot. And if they thought they did it a lot back in 1960, how bad do you think it is now? We live in a society that basically shuns all things different then them. Now, do I mean everything is acceptable in my book? No. But, as in this episode, the society is later referenced to being made up of people that are exactly the same. No one is different. And I presume that means in opinion too. We've been seeing a lot of this as of late with films and book series like <i>Divergent </i>and <i>Hunger Games </i>when basically everyone is the same or does as they are told to do and do not question it. Now, if someone came up to me, we started talking, and they mentioned that they hated old movies and that they thought they were old and dumb, I wouldn't slap them across the face and commence to beat the crazy out of them. We may have a conflicted conversation about it, but I would hope we would still be friends. And, a lot of times, people shun people for being just a little different. Whether it's what genre of movie you like or race or gender or whatever the case may be. This episode get's people thinking about how we think of other people. But, as a wise person once said, "Beauty is in the <i>eye of the beholder.</i>" <br />
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Plus all that greatness, we have some terrific acting from the wonderfully gorgeous Ms. Elly May Clampett...I mean <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0235031/?ref_=tt_cl_t7" target="_blank">Donna Douglas</a>. And a magnificent setting, were everything kinda feels like a nightmare. And, of course, the ending is amazing. If you like an episode about social commentary that's provoking, this is definitely the one for you. If you haven't seen it, please, give it a shot. It will not disappoint. <br />
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<i>#7-To Serve Man</i><br />
<i>Season 3 Episode 24</i><br />
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Micheal
Chambers tells a story apparently in outer space (where no one can hear
you scream). His story is about the day aliens came to earth. They came
with a servant's heart. All they wanted to do is help the people of
earth out. A book is left in a world wide broadcast station by one of
the "Kanamits," as they call themselves. It was Mr. Chambers' job to
decode the writing on the book. All that they can find is the words "To
Serve Man." And that they do. They make entire deserts fruitful and
lush. They create force fields to put around entire countries. And on
top of that, they allow people to board their ships and take a vacation
on their planet. When all seems clear, Mr. Chambers boards a ship. Are
these Kanamits really here to serve man? Or do they have something else
on the menu?<br />
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Though, watching this again, the ending is kinda predictable. You can almost see it coming. But what's great is
the way they present it. It's so sly and quick, it bites you before you
knew what happened. And the entire story is that way. And I very much
enjoy it. One of the main questions this episode brings to us is this:
Why are humans <i>really </i>gullible? If anyone is a fan of <i>The Walking Dead</i>
(as I am) you have probably heard of the unfortunate happening of
Norman Reedus' passing. Yeah right. But you know what? People probably
believed it. Some crazy person writes on the internet that one of the
stars of a hit TV show died, and people believe. It is basically the
same thing here. Everyone was willing to believe that these Kanamits
came in peace. Why would they believe that? Maybe because everyone else
did? We humans are too fast to think something is true just because some
kids at school think it is true or some co-workers think it's true, or
the people on TV think it's true. And that, makes us dumb. And another
reason people believed that the Kanamits were friendly would be that
they wanted to believe it. They wanted to think that these "angels from
another world" were here to solve all their problems for absolutely
nothing. Have they never heard "If something is too good to be true, it probably is"?<br />
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And besides that really long way to say that humans are dumb, this episode is just brilliant. The acting is amazing from <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001957/?ref_=tt_cl_t1" target="_blank">Lloyd Bochner</a> and the character acting from the Kanamit played by <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001423/?ref_=tt_cl_t3" target="_blank">Richard Kiel</a>
and the voice acting from the glorious Joesph Ruskin (The Man in the
Bottle). And, of course, the ending is amazing. If you like the alien episodes of <i>The X-Files </i>you'll most certainly love this. If you haven't seen it, please, give it a shot. It will not disappoint. <br /><br />
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<i>#6-The Monsters are Due on Maple Street</i><br />
<i>Season 1 Episode 22</i><br />
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One sunny afternoon on Maple Street, USA, a strange thing flies over the street. Everyone contemplates what it could have been. Soon after, everyone's power goes out. Neighbor Steve goes to get into his car to find help while Pete goes to the street over. Before he goes, Tommy, a kid, says in the most annoying voice ever, that he shouldn't go. He goes on to explain that "them," the people that flew over, are aliens. He also states that someone in their town may be one of "them." This gets everyone very uneasy. Steve finds that his car won't start. Another neighbor named Les Goodman tries to start his car. It doesn't work at first, but after he walks away, it starts. Neighbors Charlie and Don begin thinking that perhaps he is the alien. One after another, they all start blaming someone. So much so, they begin to threaten one another. As night comes, Pete comes back from the other street. He's in the shadows, so they think that he is a monster. Charlie grabs a gun and shoots. Is everyone going nuts? Or was Tommy right?<br />
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This is a very much more violent version of "The Shelter." I was actually surprised at how violent this episode was. It basically has a very similar plot to of "The Shelter," when friend turns against friend. But, this one is even more intense. We have neighbors who have known one another for years, and because of what one (annoying voiced) kid said, they all start to back into each other. It's literally crazy how fast this happens. One moment everyone is sitting on their front porch smiling; the next someone is shooting someone else. But isn't this what would happen in real life. I may not shoot someone, but I would probably be involved mentally in the conflict. And I think nearly all of us would, and if we weren't, we would probably be the one getting judged. Just think about how we would react today. You may be saying, "I would never do that!" Maybe not, but these people were scared, defenseless, and nosy (they are suburbanites). And it just so happens one of them was scared enough to shoot someone. And as we near the end, we find more gun shots are fired, glass is broken, and people are screaming. Most of these people were just normal, average people. None of them thought they would resort to madness. Would you?<br />
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In addition to that, the acting is great (of course except by you know who). Some of the highlight actors were <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0015391/?ref_=tt_cl_t2" target="_blank">Claude Akins</a> playing Steve, and <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0922967/?ref_=tt_cl_t4" target="_blank">Jack Weston </a>as Charlie. And there's the setting I always like so much; the neighborhood. And this one feels exceptionally normal, as due to the story. And, of course, the ending is amazing. While this isn't a new subject for <i>The Twilight Zone</i>, it dives deeper into the social commentary. If you haven't seen it, please, give it a shot. It will not disappoint. <br />
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And now, my dear ones, you have entered the SPOILER ZONE. The last five of my countdown will involve me talking about the endings. If you have not seen the next episodes, do not read. If you are still curious as to what my top 5 are, look at the pictures and read the titles. I repeat: THESE WILL HAVE SPOILERS. <br />
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<i>#5-A World of His Own</i><br />
<i>Season 1 Episode 36</i><br />
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Gregory West, known writer and playwright, is assumed by his wife, Victoria, to be cheating on her. She makes this conclusion through watching them through a window. When she comes inside to approach her husband and the woman, the woman is nowhere to be seen. She explains that she saw them and ask where a secret door may be hidden. Greg tells her that he has the power to bring characters to life through his recorder. She doesn't believe him, and he makes Mary (the woman she saw earlier) come from outside the door. Still not convinced, he makes her disappear before her eyes when he cuts the film the recording was on, and throws it in the fire. Even then, Victoria is not convinced. She says that she is going to have him put in the nuthouse (with all the nuts, and the squirrels). He makes an elephant appear. Still doesn't believe. He finally decides to do something. He goes over to a secret compartment, and get's an envelope labeled "Victoria West." He tells her that he made her up, and if she doesn't promise not to tell anyone about it, he will not throw it into the fire. She, still not believing, throws it into the fire herself. Her final words, "He was right." He precedes to bring her back, but instead brings Mary(West) to life. We end with our narrator Rod Sterling telling us that this was nonsense, and that it could never happen. Greg takes out an envelope with his name in it, and throws it into the fire.<br />
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I enjoy this episode for many reasons, but mainly it's just fun. Not really anything deep or too introspective, just a plain fun episode. It capitalizes on the importance of literature, and the characters in them, and how they can come to life. Very much like the characters in <i>The Twilight Zone </i>can be. Many of the characters I have talked about and will talk about are just as much alive as you and me. And why shouldn't they be? Have we not learned lessons from them? In the episode "The Man in the Bottle" Arthur and Edna taught us to be happy with what be have. In the episode "Nick of Time" Don and Pat taught us that we don't have to know the future to make the best of it. And in the episode "Kick the Can" Charles taught us that there is youth in all of us, we just have to find it. All these characters have stuck with me, and will stay with me till the end of time.<br />
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On top of that, as I said, this episode is just a blast. Watching the banter between Greg (<a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0943978/?ref_=tt_cl_t1" target="_blank">Keenan Wynn</a>) and Victoria (<a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0456533/?ref_=tt_cl_t2" target="_blank">Phyllis Kirk</a>) is so hilarious! Along with an appearance from <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0456533/?ref_=tt_cl_t2" target="_blank">Mary LaRoche</a> and you're set for a great time. I also love the concept of being able to just describe someone and they would come to life. If that would ever really happen, we would have a lot of "Doctors" and Harry Potters everywhere. All in all this is just an amazing episode with some amazing characters. And it definitely deserves to be on this list. <br />
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<i>#4-The Masks</i><br />
<i>Season 5 Episode 25</i><br />
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Jason Foster lies on his death bed; he only has a few hours. His daughter Emily, her husband Wilfred, her daughter Paula, and son Wilfred Jr. come with utter bitterness, for they not much care for they dear old dad. No. They are here for one purpose. To receive his fortune after his death. They eat, and meet inside the study for a little game. They all receive masks. Hideous masks that are supposed to be the opposite of the receiver. They are to wear these masks until midnight, and if they take them off, they will take nothing more that a train ticket back to their home. But, if they do wear it till midnight, they will get his entire fortune. They all wait. Wait, for several hours, until they can't wait any longer. It strikes 12:00. Jason is dead, and they have the money. As they lift the mask from their face, they find the face of the mask they had acquired. In terror and disbelieve, they realize that they were indeed what the masks said they were; spoiled, greedy, immature, and selfish. The doctor comes to see the corpse of his patient Jason. He lifts the mask from his face, but we do not find the face of death, but the face of life.<br />
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This episode is truly a special one. Seen by major <i>Twilight Zone</i> fans, but can be missed if you're not careful. The whole episode revolves around this horrible, horrible family that treat their father and grandfather as if his was an almost-broken slot machine that could fall over, exposing the millions of jewels. I believe, in this case they <i>do</i> deserve what they got. My absolute favorite thing about this one is Jason played by <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0445290/?ref_=tt_cl_t1" target="_blank">Robert Keith</a>. This was actually his last screen role, and died in 1966, at the age of 76. I don't believe I've seen him in anything else, but I would watch something solely because he was in it. He is just a wonderful actor. Another thing that impressed me were the masks themselves. Each one represents that character's real self, and it is perfectly seen through them. Wilfred's is greed and so it looks angry. Emily's is selfishness, and so it shows sadness and loneliness. Wilfred Jr. is dumb and immature, and so it's head is flat and it's eyes are dark. And Paula cares only for herself and her beauty, so it is evil and ugly. The only question to ask is, What would your mask look like?<br />
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<i>#3-Will the Real Martian Please Stand Up?</i><br />
<i>Season 2 Episode 28</i><br />
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One February night, a woman calls the police on seeing a unidentified flying object. The police investigate it, and see footprints going to a little diner. They go inside to find the man who works there named Haley, a bus driver, and his seven passenger. The bus driver says that there were only six passengers. This gives evidence that someone is not who they seem. The bridge is out, so everyone must stay at this diner. There is a newlywed couple, an older couple, a woman, an older businessman named Ross, and an old crazy man. Everyone of them claims that they were all on the bus. Strange things start happening, like the lights flickering on and off...<br />
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and the jukebox turning on by itself. The phone rings, and on the other end, they say the bridge is fixed. Everyone boards the bus, except, of course, the man who owns the diner. Soon after, Ross comes back, and says that the bridge wasn't stable, and everyone drowned. Then Mr. Haley makes an observation that Ross isn't wet. He starts explaining that he isn't who everyone thought he was. As his third hand comes from his jacket, Haley is stocked. Ross is from Mars, and is sending an "okay" to his planet. Haley begins to laugh, for he says that he is from Venus. He then revels <i>his third eye.</i><br />
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Not too much to talk about here, not too completed. But, I love it all the same. It's very much like "A World of His Own," just a good fun episode. This episode as set fawningly in my memory for quite some time, but not until watching it again in preparation for blog did I realize that I would put it so high on the list. It's got such a fun story, with likable characters and enjoyable situations. All the characters was enjoyable and likable. Whenever we see <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0680237/?ref_=tt_cl_t4" target="_blank">Barney Phillips</a> (Mr. Haley), we refer to him as "the guy with three eyes from the <i>Twilight Zone</i>." I also love the character Ross played by <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0398466/?ref_=tt_cl_t1" target="_blank">John Hoyt</a>. But my favorite would have to be the old crazy guy named Avery played by <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001181/?ref_=tt_cl_t3" target="_blank">Jack Elam</a>. His character is very much like the Clown (Five Characters in Search of an Exit). Very sarcastic and hilarious all around. The ending I absolutely love, with that double twist endings I like so much. The fact that Ross basically killed all those people (I should hope to keep people from noticing their arrival) is just too creepy. The pacing here is just beautiful, conveying a sweet sense of mystery, and suspense. So, again, nothing too deep or physiological, but still a fabulous episode that I will forever enjoy. <i> </i> <br />
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<i>#2-It's a Good Life</i><i>Season 3 Episode 8</i><br />
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Meet
Anthony; a six-year-old boy with an imagination of deathly proportions.
You see, he is able to do things no one else is able to do. He is able
to wish people away. Away into, what he calls, a cornfield. He has
gotten rid of the rest of the world, and has his little town of
Peaksville in the palm of his hand. No one is able to be sad. Everyone
must smile and think happy thoughts, because if they don't, you may just
be the next person to be sent to the cornfield. In this world there's
no electricity, no cars, and the only TV is made by Anthony. One night,
as a birthday party, things get a bit unsettling when Dan Hollis (it's
his birthday) begins to count the bottles of liquor left in the village.
He starts to sings, and everyone knows that Anthony doesn't like
singing. Dan screams that someone should take a bottle or lamp and hit
Anthony over the head, killing him and getting their lives back. No one
does, and Anthony turns him into a Jack-in-the-Box still having his
face. After Anthony makes it snow, we leave with no sign of these poor
people ever leaving <i>The Twilight Zone</i>.<br />
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For the record, this is just a flat-out amazing episode. It captures exactly what <i>The Twilight Zone </i>is,
and what it means. The story is just so terrifying, and bizarre, it
makes you wonder what it would be like to live in this situation. Could
you only think of happy thoughts, and always to be nice to a little boy
that would kill you if you didn't? And really, this story is all about
Anthony. In fact, it's not really a story at all. It has no beginning,
no middle, and no end. It all starts when he has already acquired the
will of the town, and end with no conclusion. That's really why this
episode sticks out to me, there is not resolution to this episode.
Anthony isn't punished like so many other terrible characters (See: The
Masks and Living Doll). Life just keeps on going for this town. No one
knows what will happen later on. Fun Fact: Rod Sterling was actually
working on a full length movie based on this episode in 1974, but died
in 1975, and the film was never made. Though, there was a sequel in the <i>Twilight Zone </i>reboot
in 2002. It's about Anthony's daughter, and how we find out she has
powers too. If you enjoy this episode, watch it, you make like it.
Anyway, as I was saying, it concludes with no happy ending. And, that's
what <i>The Twilight Zone </i>is all about, the strange and outright scary. This one is a mix between both, and I love it.<br />
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The
characters in this one are very empathetical. You really feel and see
their sadness, and how they are trapped with no logical way out. Some of
my favorites are the parents of this beast. Just think, they brought
such misery to the world, and now they must live with it. <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0488024/?ref_=tt_cl_t1" target="_blank">John Larch</a> and <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001458/?ref_=tt_cl_t2" target="_blank">Cloris Leachman </a>(which
played the mother in the remake) play the parents and they do a
marvelous job. But my favorite would have to be Aunt Amy played by <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0296470/?ref_=tt_cl_t5" target="_blank">Alice Frost</a>.
Not only is she a terrific actress, but her character is so unusual and
very likable. The setting is very nice, as it has the lovely town
setting. This episode does an amazing job and is as psychologically
thrilling as it is scary. And it surely does show us that it is a good
life.<br />
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<i>•Where is Everyone?</i></div>
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<i>•One for the Angels</i></div>
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<i><i>•The Sixteen Millimeter Shrine</i></i></div>
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<i><i><i>•The Hitch-Hiker</i></i></i></div>
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<i><i><i><i>•The Fever</i></i></i></i></div>
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<i><i><i><i><i>•Mirror Image</i></i></i></i></i></div>
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<i><i><i><i><i><i>•A Nice Place to Visit</i></i></i></i></i></i></div>
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<i><i><i><i><i><i><i>•A Most Unusual Camer</i>a</i></i></i></i></i></i></div>
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<i><i><i><i><i><i><i>•A Penny for Your Thoughts</i></i></i></i></i></i></i></div>
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<i><i><i><i><i><i><i><i>•Long Distance Call</i></i></i></i></i></i></i></i></div>
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<i>•Twenty-Two</i></div>
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<i><i>•From Agnes with Love</i></i></div>
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<i><i><i>•I Sing the Body Electric</i></i></i></div>
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<i><i><i>• And really every single episode of The Twilight Zone to date.</i></i></i></div>
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<i><i><i> </i></i></i><i><i><i>Living Doll</i></i></i></div>
<i>Season 5 Episode 6</i><br />
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(Kojak) plays Erich Streator, a terrible husband and stepfather to
Annabelle and Christie. When Annabelle buys Christie a new doll named
Talky Tina (Played by the amazingly wonderful <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004931/?ref_=ttfc_fc_cl_t4" target="_blank">June Foray</a>).
Erich gets mad and say things no person should say to another person.
As soon as Tina is alone with him, she tells him what's what. She begins
telling him things like, "I don't think I like you," and "I think I hate
you," and "You'll be sorry." This understandably confuses Erich, but
instead of passing it off as a weird hallucination, he believes that his
wife and stepdaughter are playing a terrible trick on him. As time goes
by, Tina says, "I'm gonna kill you." Soon Erich finds that perhaps Tina
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This is another major player in the<i> Twilight Zone </i>crew.
We have seen the doll comes to life thing a million times, but this one
is just so awesome! They literally switch the role of antagonist here.
We hate Erich and want Tina to kill him. We leap for joy when she spits
out the line "I'm gonna kill you." It's handled so well. The way it leads
up to the ending is spectacular in every way. And it all resolves around
the lines Tina says. It starts will "I don't think I like you" to "I
hate you" to "I'm gonna kill you." It's creepy and sits fairly close to
the line of pure scary. The doll itself is very normal; something you
would see at any fine doll shoppe. And I think that's what makes her so
terrifying. I also love the interactions between Erich and Tina. He
feels that Tina is a sick joke from his wife, and talks to it as if it
were his wife. I believe this is important. It's fairly obvious that he
hates his family. A thought comes to why he married her in the first
place, or why she married him. Annabelle seems like a smart woman.
Perhaps she was desperate. Whatever the case, it doesn't excuse the
horrible behavior from Erich to his wife and especially his
stepdaughter. There is actually one scene in which he says "I'm not your
daddy." I mean, wow. How much more monstrous can you get. And do we
think that he deserves to be killed by Tina? Well, I supposes that's
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Along with the creepy storytelling of
this episode, there is some great acting by Telly Savalas. For someone
to act as hateful as he can't be that easy. The wife played by <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0488427/?ref_=ttfc_fc_cl_t2" target="_blank">Mary LaRoche </a>is
also a good actress that brings a real sadness to us when Savalas'
character treats her that way. And, of course, the ending is amazing.
If you're tired of those dumb doll-comes-to-life horror movies (with the
exception of "Annabelle" Go see that) you'll want to see this. If you
haven't seen it, please, give it a shot. I will not disappoint.<br />
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<i>#-A Stop at Willoughby </i><br />
<i>Season 1 Episode 30</i><br />
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Gart Williams is pushed by his boss and his wife. He doesn't enjoy his job and doesn't love his wife. One day, he get's angry at his boss, and yells a insult at him. He leaves to a train back to his home from work every night. He falls asleep, and dreams about a place called Willoughby. A place where someone can be happy, and live a life worth living. He almost get's off, but wakes up. At home, his wife calls him a no one, a dreamer, someone who would be content living in a place like Willoughby. Every train ride, he dreams of Willoughby, and almost get's off, but wakes up. A day at work proves too hard for Gart, and he goes back home. He decides he is going to get off the train this time; he is going to Willoughby. He does, and finds that it is better than he could imagine. Everyone knows him and is glad to see him. Back at the train, we see that Gart had jumped from the train, and died. His corpse is picked up by "Willoughby and Son Funeral Home." <br />
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Why is it that this is my favorite, you may be asking? I answer you with a raised eyebrow and a funny look. "Well gee, Ida know." It's hard for me to describe the exact reason why love this episode so much. It may be because of the story. A story about a man who has it rough at home and work is nothing new, but the way this is told is just fantastic. It plays out just like a movie, but it's not. The pacing is wonderful (pacing is something I pride myself on). It's slow at the right times, and fast in others. But what really makes the story great is, in fact, the ending. It creeps up in a way you didn't expect. And you'd think I wouldn't like the ending, that it would ruin it. But, I think it adds a lot to it. It seems very straight forward, but I would like to think otherwise. I believe (and usually I wouldn't give my own theories) that Willoughby was Gart's own little mansion in heaven. Perhaps. Or maybe he was just crazy and killed himself. But, that's what makes this episode so great, it's up for discussion. As I said, the story isn't new, but the character is. And Gart is probably my favorite out of the <i>Twilight Zone</i> characters. He is played by <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0198446/?ref_=tt_cl_t2" target="_blank">James Daly</a>, and he does an expert job at conveying emotions all of us have gone through. Perhaps it's that we feel that life isn't the way you think it should be. That you've made bad decisions that will haunt you the rest of your life. I talked about characters that have a great influence on us (A World of His Own), and Gart is no different. On one hand, if you look at the story the way it is presented, he taught us by a mistake, that we can always turn back. That we don't have to resort to an exasperation date. If you look at it that way, he did make a mistake, he was dreaming and he was crazy. It just goes to show the things he <i>could have done.</i> If you look at it the way I said, it teaches us that this isn't all of it. We who believe will be able to go on to something else. In the long run, a job is just a job. But, there are somethings that last forever. So, what about you? "<i>Next stop! Willoughby!" </i> <br />
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And there it is ladies and gentlemen. There are my top 20 favorite <i>Twilight Zone </i>episodes of all time. But, this is just one person's opinion. If you'd like to, tell me your favorite's in the comment section below. I'd love to discuss about it. Thank you all for reading...<br />
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Well, I'm back!! SO, SO, SO, sorry for the long wait for the reviews. I'm trying my best to get back on track. Anyway...<br />
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It's HALLOWEEN!!!! <br />
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Okay, <i>today</i> isn't Halloween, but it's coming around the corner. Halloween is the time of year were little girls and boys rush to the tree, unwrap their toys and...<br />
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Hey, Jack!. It is? Oh yeaaaah, Halloween is when boys and girls get dressed up as ghouls and goblins, and go trick or treating, right?<br />
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Yeah, I could kinda tell from your costume, there.<br />
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Well anyway, Halloween is one of my favorite times of the year. And no, it's not because of the dressing up and getting candy thing (though I still enjoy that). Nope, my favorite think about this season is the all things creepy! I have been a lover of the mysterious and supernatural for quite some time; and it all started with R.L.Stine's book series: Goosebumps.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Fun Fact: This is my favorite Goosebump Book!</td></tr>
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Throughout the years, my interest of the weird has grown, and a large
part of this interest came from the famous, classic anthology TV show, <i>The Twilight Zone</i>. <br />
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So, I have chosen to do a "my favorites" blog for my favorite <i>Twilight Zone</i> episodes of ALL TIMES! And let me tell you, this was not an easy one to put together. Out of the...one I've done, this is definitely the hardest. It was originally going to be a top 13 (you know cause 13, Halloween. Get it? It was either that or 666 but, I don't have that kinda free time) But, I <i>had </i>to add the extra seven. I have written three different list, in many different orders. This list may change over time, but for right now, this is it. So, without further ado, please follow the sign post ahead. It reads: My personal top 20 favorite <i>Twilight Zone</i> episodes of ALL TIMES! <br />
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NOTE: These are my personal favorites. Not the ones I consider the best made or best quality, just my favorites. If I didn't include one of your favorites, or put one of your favorites further down the list, please don't be angry with me. Also, I would love to heard which are your favorites. Please, tell me in the comments. And lastly, this blog will be spoiler free, so go check out these episodes yourselves (Netflix) and enjoy the glorious endings. END OF NOTE.<br />
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<i>#20-Kick the Can </i><br />
<i>Season 3 Episode 21</i><br />
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After Charles is disappointed when his son tells him he can't take him away from "The Home of the Aged," he watches some kids play kick the can. After some contemplating, he decides that perhaps games like kick the can, and hide and seek is what keeps children young, and as soon as they stop, they begin growing old. One night he and the other elders of the home, go out to play kick the can while Charlie's best friend Ben is content on being old forever. Will it work? Or is Ben right?<br />
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Unlike some of the other episodes on this list, this is a very warmhearted one. It's not spooky or creepy or even the least bit eery. It's just plain sweet. The story is very unique and fun. The character Charles played by <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0874139/?ref_=tt_cl_t1" target="_blank">Ernest Truex</a> is just so infectious with glee. It really makes you smile when you see him happy, and frown when he is sad. That's a tough thing for an actor to do, and he wins a golden star sticker. And, of course, the ending is great. The story isn't complex or deep, but what it is, is very enjoyably heartfelt. If you haven't seen it, give it a shot. I don't think it will disappoint.<br />
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<i>#19-After Hours</i><br />
<i>Season 1 Episode 34</i><br />
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Marsha White goes to a department store to get her mother a golden thimble. While looking, she is taken to the 9th floor by the elevator man to buy her thimble. Though the 9th floor seems to be deserted, a woman clerk is there and sells her the only thing on this floor: A golden thimble. She leaves after the woman calls her by name. She discovers that the thimble has a scratch and dent in it, and goes to the complaint department. She explains that she was on the 9th floor, but the manager tells her that there is no 9th floor. To prove it. she sees the woman that waited on her from behind, but someone turns her around. She's shocked to see that the woman is a mannequin. Did she dream it up? Or was the saleswoman really a mannequin?<br />
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I've read many top favorite list of <i>The Twilight Zone</i> episodes, and nearly everyone I've read has this episode on it. I had seen this one, but barely remembered it, and forgot the ending. I went back to it, and instantly needed to put it on this list. I love those episodes were you have no idea what's going on until the very ending, and this is definitely one of them. I of course won't spoil it for you, but I'll just say that it is pretty good, and you would never guess it until the end. Marsh White played by <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004282/?ref_=tt_cl_t2" target="_blank">Anne Francis</a> is a very likable character. I especially love the "Saleswoman" (as they call her on IMDd). She is a very enjoyable character, that really confuses (in a good way) the storyline even more. And, of course, the ending is great. If you like surprise endings you never saw coming, and a fun premise, this is definitely the episode for you. If you haven't seen it, give it a shot. I don't think it will disappoint. <i> </i><br />
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<i>#18-Nightmare at 20,000 Feet</i><br />
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Bob is a recent psychopath afraid of airplanes. In six months, he has apparently gotten over his fear, and takes a flight home with his wife Julia. While on the plane, he begins seeing a mysterious monster/man on the wing of the plane. When Bob tries to tell his wife or the flight attendant, the thing disappears. Is he making it up? Or is he actually trying to save everybody from the monster who begins to tear apart the plane!?<br />
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This is one of, if not <i>the</i> episode people think about when someone says <i>The Twilight Zone.</i> Personally, I didn't feel that way the first time I saw it. I felt it kinda left the audience not really knowing what at all to think. Was the monster real? Was it a dream? Did he make it up? Was he just going crazy again? And then I began thinking. Did we really need to know? No, not really. Whether he was crazy, or telling the truth, it was a good story anyway. So now, I feel this deserve to be remembered. It has a great relatable story, some wonderful acting from the king of dramatic acting <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000638/?ref_=nv_sr_1" target="_blank">William Shatner</a> (a.k.a. James T. Kirk of the Starship Enterprise), and such a great monster. I mean, what was that thing? It kinda acted like a gorilla, but was (I guess) green and puffy. I don't know, but whatever it is, it feels very threatening. And, of course, the ending is great. All in all it is a magnificent classic that deserves such recognition. If you haven't seen it, give it a shot. I don't think it will disappoint.<br />
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<i>#17-</i><i>The Invaders </i><br />
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A tiny farm house in the middle of nowhere homes a woman who is one night visited by "the invaders."<br />
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This
is on many peoples favorite list, and there's a good reason why. This
is just an amazing episode. The way it plays out is magnificent. <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001547/?ref_=nv_sr_1" target="_blank">Agnes Moorehead</a> (Bewitched) is just a fantastic actress! She is able to convey
fear, tiredness, pain, and many other emotions without uttering a single
word. It just goes to show that even though something doesn't have
dialogue, doesn't mean it can't work. And this works amazingly! The pace
is slow and eery, which in some cases might not work, but here it makes
it even better, allowing us to be drawn into the story and whether or
not this poor woman will get out alive. And, of course, the ending is
great. This is a truly classic episode that will last for generations,
entrancing people with it's simplicity and wonderful acting on
Moorehead's part. If you haven't seen it, give it a shot. I don't think it will disappoint. <br />
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<i>16#-Nick of Time </i><br />
<i>Season 2 Episode 7</i><br />
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Superstitious Don and his new wife Pat are on their way to New York. Their car breaks down and is towed to a nearby town. They are told they'll have to wait four hours before it is fixed. They walk over to the Busy Bee Diner. They get seated and see a napkin holder that can "tell you your fortune." Don tries it, and finds that by some strange coincidence it actually gets it right. He continues to ask it questions, and every answer seems to be correct. Is it really predicting the future? Or is it all just coincidence?<br />
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And here we have another Shatner one. Why does he always play the overreacting psychopaths? Anyway, he plays a tremendous part in this one. I especially love this episode because of the story. Usually these things start weird, but this one started very happy. But, things get weird very fast. One of my favorite things about this episode is "the villain" or the mystic fortune teller napkin holder. I've seen these like this, whether it be at a restaurant or not. The fact that these people are just normal people who come across this thing in basically the middle of nowhere's town is quite frightening. The setting is so interesting. Many episodes take place in small towns and diners like this, and I really enjoy this setting. And, of course, the
ending is
great. Another face of <i>The Twilight Zone, </i>this one is sure not to go unnoticed. If
you haven't seen it, give it a shot. I don't think it will disappoint. <br />
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<i>#15-The Howling Man</i><br />
<i>Season 2 Episode 5</i><br />
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David Ellington tells his story about one dark and stormy night,
entering a giant castle that houses some grumpy old men who look like
Abraham (from the Bible of course) to get out of the rain. Once inside,
he begins to notice they're hiding something. He meets a man who is
trapped inside of a room, who claims that the old men dragged him in
there against his will. The main old man later tells him that the man
inside of the room...is SATAN! Is he telling the truth? Or is he a
nutcase? <br />
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This episode has a very
creepy atmosphere, and actually scares me a lot.
One of my favorite things about this episode would have to be the
beginning. The show begins with the absolute terror of a face of older
Mr. Ellington, who is telling us a very shuddering tale. The narrative
is so unique, and you really don't know who he is talking to till the
end. I also enjoy the story in general; about someone who may or may not have
found and talked to the devil himself. As always, the acting is
stupendous, with <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001017/?ref_=tt_cl_t1" target="_blank">John Carradine</a> playing the main grumpy old man (Brother Jerome) and <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0943894/?ref_=tt_cl_t2" target="_blank">H.M. Wynant</a>
as David Ellington. As I mentioned before, the atmosphere of this one
is truly creepy, almost like you don't know exactly what's going on; and
I like that a lot, because it adds to the show. And, of course, the
ending is
great. This episode is under appreciated and
deserves more attention for being wonderful in the realm of suspense. If
you haven't seen it, give it a shot. I don't think it will disappoint.<br />
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<i>#14-Time Enough at Last</i><br />
<i>Season 1 Episode 8</i><br />
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Henry Bemis the bookworm is bombarded with criticism from his boss and wife over his obsessive reading. But when the world is destroyed, and he is the only one left, he finds a library full of the things he needs; books. Will there be enough time?<br />
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I truthfully, I hate this episode. I do. And I hate that I can't tell you why; that would, in fact, be a spoiler. The people that have seen this episode know what I'm talking about. I hate this episode so much, I love it. This is simply an ingenious episode. One of the best things about this episode is the character Henry Bemis played by <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0580565/?ref_=tt_cl_t1" target="_blank">Burgess Meredith</a> (Who you may remember for another role playing The Penguin on the original <i>Batman</i> TV show). He is just such a likable and empathetic character. I say empathetic because I've never been persecuted for reading a book before. I'm actually more praised than anything. I suppose it would be like in today's world when people have the nose in their cellphone or something. The setting, especially after the explosion, truly conveys pure sadness. And, of course, the ending is
great. Okay, not so great as sad and depressing, but still great. If you haven't seen it, give it a shot. I don't think it will disappoint.<br />
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<i>#13-The Man in the Bottle</i><br />
<i>Season 2 Episode 2</i><br />
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Arthur and Edna Castle own a antique shop, but have been struggling for years, and are unable to pay their bills. After Mr. Castle buys a dollar wine jug from a poor old lady and drops it on the ground, a genie appears and tells them that he can grant them four wishes. Will they make the right wishes? Or will they end up on the shorter end of the deal?<br />
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I'm not exactly sure why, but I've always enjoyed the stories about genies. I don't know, maybe because I am able to fantasize about myself one day finding such a trinket and discovering a genie. Maybe because I like to think about what I would wish for. In any case, I do love this episode. It has many of the traits I look for in a <i>Twilight Zone </i>episode, like good acting, likable characters, atmospheric sets, and a great thrilling story. But what makes this different from many of the episodes is the ending. Which I can't talk about here, so that's too bad. But what I can tell you is that is very different. I love the characters in this one; so lovable. It's rare to see couples like this on television today. They get upset at points, but still love each other enough to stay together all this time, even when times were tough; and I like that. And <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0750826/?ref_=tt_cl_t3" target="_blank">Joseph Ruskin</a> as the genie. Boy, is this guy a great actor! He plays on many episodes of <i>The Twilight Zone</i>, but I think this is one of my favorite performances of his. He is just such a good villain; so maniacal and mischievous. As mentioned before, I enjoy a good setting, because the really good ones really draw you into the story and add a lot to it as well. This has, for the most part, just one room; the front room of their antique shop. I rather like that. It kinda makes you feel a sorta homey feeling. And, of course, the ending is
great. This is an underrated, sweet/sour episode that will allow you to breath after watch "Time Enough at Last." If you haven't seen it, give it a shot. I don't think it will disappoint. <br />
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<i> #12-Five Characters in Search of an Exit</i><br />
<i>Season 3 Episode 14</i><br />
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We
begin as the Major begins. He finds himself inside a circular metal
holding, along with a Ballet Dance, a Clown, a Hobo, and a Bagpipe
Player. None of them know who they are and how they got there. The other
four have been there for, well, as long as they can remember. The Major
starts hatching a plan to get everyone out. But, will they make it?
And, what will they find if they <i>do</i> get out?<br />
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This
is a supremely unique story. I can simply say, I've never seen anything
quite like it. Questions start churning inside our heads of where
exactly are these people? I love how they have many conversations about
where they are. They mention many possibilities, such as they are on
another planet, they're in limbo, they're all dead, they're where the
unloved go, and lastly (the one they most likely believe) that they are
in Hell. It's almost like the writers are teasing us with the many
places this box could be, and I don't think anyone of us could have
possibly guessed the ending. Not in a bad way of course; the ending
makes a lot of logical sense and is pinpointed a few times during the
show. But, naturally, I won't spoil it for you. The acting is very
wonderful coming from all of the actors, but the one that is my favorite
would have to be the Clown played by <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0558569/?ref_=tt_cl_t3" target="_blank">Murray Matheson</a>.
This guy is so fun and sarcastic, and very well acted. And, of course,
the ending is
great. Many recognize this is being one of the best, and it should be;
with a great premise, and interesting characters, this is a true classic
that needs to be shared. If you haven't seen it, give it a shot. I
don't think it will disappoint.<br />
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<i>#11-Shadow Play</i><i> </i><br />
<i>Season 2 Episode 26</i><br />
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Adam
Grant is found guilty of murder and is sentenced to death via electric
chair. He exclaims that this is all a dream and that he is dreaming it
over and over again. This gets people thinking. Isn't everything too
picture perfect? His he lying to get out of being dead? Or is he
actually dreaming all of it up? <br />
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This is an absolute
masterpiece! I've see this episode only a few times, but every time I've
seen it, I have felt an overwhelming sadness and fear. This is
literally one of the most frightening episodes of <i>The Twilight Zone</i>
ever. I'm serious. The thought of this happening to someone is just
terrifying. And most of this is due to the brilliant acting from <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0915840/?ref_=nv_sr_1" target="_blank">Dennis Weaver</a>.
This guy is just plain worthy of awe (awesome). The terror in his eyes,
body language, and tone of voice is enough to send chills down your
spine and more. Another reason for this being a horrific episode is the
setting. The title of this episode is "Shadow Play" and boy do they mean
literally. There is shadows everywhere. It really conveys a sense of
mystery and fear. Or, at least, it does to me. And, of course, the
ending is
great. It's an underrated masterpiece that is perfect if you want
something truly psychologically chilling this Halloween season. If you
haven't seen it, give it a shot. I don't think it will disappoint. <br />
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<i>There is a fifth dimension beyond that which is known to man. It is a
dimension as vast as space and as timeless as infinity. It is the
middle ground between light and shadow, between science and
superstition, and it lies between the pit of man's fears and the summit
of his knowledge. This is the dimension of imagination. It is an area
which we call the Twilight Zone</i><br />
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And with that, I leave you with the first 10 of my 20. Until next time, be careful you don't step foot into the twilight zone; in fear, that you may never return.<br />
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Baby boy, Eggs, is taken by the boxtrolls, little blue trolls who wear boxes, that also have their names on them. The night Eggs was taken, boxtroll hunter Archibald Snatcher, makes a deal with Lord Portley-Rind, that if he can capture and kill all the boxtrolls, Portley-Rind will give him a "white hat" and allow him in their club for cheese-tasters. Portley-Rind agrees. Years later Snatcher still hasn't captured all the boxtrolls, but has many of them. Snatcher plans are all coming together to capture the entire clan of boxtrolls. It is up to Eggs, boxtroll Fish, and their new friend Winnie to foil Snatcher's plans. <br />
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Laika has made two other movies in their day; <i>Coraline </i>and <i>ParaNorman</i>. Both were very successful, and hit home runs with the critics. But out of all the movies Laika has created, this one has to be the best. The story, the characters, the animation; all if it is absolutely perfect. The story is very unique, and something I've never seen before. The characters are really likable and fun to watch go through this journey. But, by-far, the best thing about this film is the animation. <i>It is amazing! </i>It is some of the best animation I have ever seen! I would brag about it more, but it would become repetitive. Also, the timing is great, and the jokes are hilarious! <br />
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The only thing I can think that is considered a con that isn't a nitpick, would have to be the lack of score in this film. I can't remember one single tune.<br />
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Go see this movie if you haven't already. It's fun, entertaining and it's a masterpiece of stop-motion animation. Can't wait for what else Laika has in store. <br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09562794732055378500noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1661996034094175819.post-29333542305276835692014-09-15T19:27:00.000-07:002014-09-16T09:30:54.304-07:00Dreamworks Animation Project- Shrek: Pop Song Montages Everywhere! Well, after many weeks of waiting (Sorry), may I now present to you the 5th installment of...<br />
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This week is the ever popular, 2001 film <i>Shrek</i>.<br />
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<i> WARNING! SPOILERS AHEAD! IF YOU HAVEN'T SEEN THIS MOVIE, </i><br />
<i> SKIP TO THE END WHERE I GIVE THE SCORE!</i><br />
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What is a better way to start off a movie, but with a disgusting displayed of horrendous grossness. I'm serious, this beginning is just plain gross. And...that's partly okay because the person (or rather thing) that is partaking it this grossness, is an ogre. This ogre's name is Shrek. He lives in a house inside of a swam. There he lives his life out; eating eyeballs and taking showers in the mud.<br />
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But, one day, this all changes. Shorty, Lord Farquaad, the not-so-much king of Dulac, acquires all of the freaks, a.k.a fairy-tales creatures, and sends them to Shrek's swamp. Why? Because where else would he put them! Anyway, the fairy-tale people are being sold into slavery.<br />
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Along with them, a donkey named Donkey is being sold because he is supposed talk. He gets away and is apparently saved by Shrek, who was actually just trying to set up some warning signs near his swamp. Donkey follows him home. Back at the swamp, the freaks are dropped off. Shrek doesn't like this at all, and goes to demand his swamp back. Donkey tags along because he is the only one who knows how to get there. Meanwhile, Farquaad is interrogating a gingerbread man ( later named Gingy) in
search of the rest of the fairy-tale creatures.<br />
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He is interrupted, and
is brought a magic mirror. He asks if his kingdom is the most perfect,
and receives the answer, "No," because he really isn't the king. But, the
mirror has some good news, he can become a king by marring a princess.
We have a very enjoyable game-show style "choose your bride."<br />
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a maiden named Fiona who is inside a tower guarded by a dragon,
surrounded by lava. He, being the short and weak man he is, decides to
have someone else do this deed for him. Shrek and Donkey arrive at the castle. The tournament is already in progress. As soon as Shrek walks in, the guards try to apprehend him, but from the power of pop music, Shrek is able to defeat them. Farquaad is impressed, and assigns Shrek the task at hand in exchange for his swamp. Shrek agrees and makes his way to the tower that holds the beautiful princess, Fiona. Donkey and Shrek travel many a mile, until running into castle of doom.<br />
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After crossing the bridge, Donkey stays behind to watch while Shrek goes for the princess. They don't find the princess, instead they find the dragon! Chasing ensues, and Shrek is thrown into the princess' tower. Running and chasing and flirting dragons, and more running and chasing happens. After all that, they make it to the other side of the bridge. Fiona, who is very eager to see who her champion is, asks Shrek to take his helmet off. As he does so, Fiona is not-so-much shocked as dismayed when she finds that he is an ogre.<br />
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Shrek explains about Lord Farquaad and that she is to marry him. With a little push, Fiona agrees to go with them. They begin their journey, but when it gets dark, Fiona wants to make camp for the night. Fiona makes a home inside a cave while Shrek and Donkey talk under the stars.<br />
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Morning comes, and they start on their journey again. While walking, Robin Hood and his Merry Men try to "save" Fiona from the big scary ogre, but Fiona does so super neat kung-fu moves on them.<br />
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Shrek is surprised, and even more so when she appears to act, not like a princess, but more like...something else...Fiona and Shrek start to fall in love through a pop song montage and make disgusting balloon animals out of real animals. They reach a meadow where they are able to see Farquaad's castle. Fiona, clearly not wanting to go yet, makes an excuse and is able to stay for one last night. Conveniently, there's a windmill right there for her to stay the night in. Donkey confronts Shrek about his feelings toward Fiona and how he is in love with her. Shrek denies it and runs away to sulk. Donkey goes in to talk to Fiona about Shrek, but finds, not a human Fiona, but an ogre Fiona.<br />
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Fiona explain that she was cursed long ago, and now, every night, she turns into an ogre. She also says that she needs to marry Farquaad so that she can look the "way a princess is supposed to look." Shrek wants to tell Fiona about how he feels, but overhears her talking about "princess and ugly don't go together." Shrek thinks she is talking about him, and decides to call Lord Farquaad out to meet her. And just when she was going to tell him, too. Oh well. Farquaad asks her to marry her, she agrees, but only if they have the wedding today before sunset.<br />
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Fiona leaves, and Shrek yells at Donkey thinking he really isn't his friend. Sadness happens through a pop song montage. Donkey comes to the conclusion that half the swamp belongs to him because he also helped saved the princess. Donkey explains that Fiona wasn't talking about him when Shrek overhear them. Shrek wants to get Fiona back, so Donkey calls his good friend Dragon. She takes them to Duloc just as the wedding is taking place. Shrek brakes in and sorta tells her that he loves her. She waits for the sun to go down (which it very quickly does so). As soon as she turns into an ogre, Farquaad orders them to be arrested. Thankfully though, Dragon comes in and eats Farquaad whole.<br />
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Shrek and Fiona have true loves first kiss, and Fiona transforms into love's true form, which is...an ogre. Fiona is disappointed because she isn't beautiful. But, Shrek comforts her by saying that she is, indeed, beautiful; at least in his eyes, which is all that counts. They get married and live happily ever after. We then end with what Dreamsworks is know for, let me hear you say it--DANCE PARTY!<br />
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This is probably Dreamworks most famous film (The only one that would come close would be <i>How to Train Your Dragon</i>). Shrek made it big at the box office and has basically made Dreamworks a known corporation; compared with companies such as Pixar and Disney. And while I can't at all say this is my favorite Dreamworks Animation film, I can see why people like it so much. It is very charming. Get it? Charming! That being said, it is a very imperfect movie, but it does have its good points.<br />
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For example, the characters. These characters are unforgettable. And no, I'm not just talking about Donkey. Most people enjoy this movie solely because of him. But, I have to disagree. I enjoy all of the characters. Shrek, for one, is a very deep character. The way they animate him is so clever. They don't just make him a mean, ugly ogre. They almost make him look like a big green human. Fiona is a favorite. She is sorta like Ginger from <a href="http://filmfilosopher.blogspot.com/2014/08/dreamworks-animation-project-chicken-run.html" target="_blank">Chicken Run</a>; very feisty. Donkey, of course, is the comedian of the group. But, he almost never goes over the line and starts being annoying. He is actually quite funny. But, my favorite character has to be Lord Farquaad. For the time he is on here, he is just hilarious! He almost make you sad when he is eaten.<br />
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The animation for the most part is good, but sometimes looks almost plastic, which is something I don't think they were going for.<br />
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This movie is suppose to be the big dis to Disney. But, I really didn't get that from this movie. It was more of just making fun of fantasy and fairy-tales in general. It didn't pinpoint Disney as they do sometimes in later films. <br />
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But, if it did, that wouldn't necessarily make me like it more, I was just pointing it out. <br />
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Anyway, the main thing that is wrong with this film is the story. Well, not really the <i>story</i>, but more of the way that it's put it together. It feels very thrown together. Almost like they had these ideas, but didn't know how to connect them all. The scenes with mixed-communication makes me just want to pull my hair out. The reasons why they are mixed up are just so dumb in a way. And the reason Fiona won't stay with Shrek is dumb as well. It feels very weird at time. It doesn't happen all the time, but when it does, it really is noticeable.<br />
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Also...the pop song montages! They have so many of these! SO...MANY! They frankly get annoying. <br />
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And, as I said, some of the animation doesn't hold up as well as it probably did in 2001.<br />
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The last thing I want to mention is just a nitpick, but who and why did someone curse Fiona. I want to see a movie made about this. They never say. They just say that it was a witch. Why did the witch curse her? When? How? Questions that need to be answered! <br />
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Most of you have probably already seen this, but if you are a fan of Dreamworks, go ahead and give it a watch. If you like comedies, give it a watch. If you like parody films with good strong characters, give it a watch. Just watch it okay!<br />
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I really love all these characters. Some that I will never forget.<br />
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Most of the side character aren't very interesting until you get to the sequels.<br />
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Score had an adventure/fantasy feel to it that really fits the film perfectly. But those pop songs! UHH!<br />
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<i>Entertainment Factor- 8/10</i><br />
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In a community where everything and everyone is free from an extreme measure of fear and worry, Jonas is picked to be "The Receiver of Memories." He meets the The Giver who is to give the memories of the past to him. Once he receives those memories, he wonders as to why things like sleds and snow and <i>colors </i>are nonexistent in their time. The Giver<i> </i>explains that the elders (the people in charge) took them away in order to be "safe." Jonas decides to do something about this. Will he succeed?<br />
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This is an actual quote from Lois Lowry, writer of the original book this movie was based on. <i>So, is the movie like the book? </i>This, in most people's minds, determines as to whether it was a good film. Whether I agree with that statement or not, <i>yes</i>, it is, for the most part, like the book. For those of who have read the book, the story is somewhat the same. You have Jonas learning about the past, and the and The Giver making plans to release the memories and such.<br />
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There are notable changes such as their ages. In the book they are for the majority of the time around twelve-years-old. In the movie however, they are, as best as I can tell, around seventeen-years-old. I don't look to this as so much a bad thing, though some may prefer their younger selves. They also have many plot lines that were not explored too much in the book, but are explored here in great detail; which I actually really liked. As far as effects wise, this movie was kinda cool, though it looked as if it was, for lack of a better word, "copying" other movies made prior to them. For example: The room where everyone is being selected for there jobs, looks almost identical to the room in which Tris selects Dauntless in <i>Divergent. </i><br />
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The color (gray) is very much how I pictured it in the
book. And I appreciated it's journey from the gray to all the different
colors. The acting for the most part is well done. Though, I enjoyed
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It just was not as good as I wanted it to be. As I said, I read the book. I actually read it <i>because</i> I saw that this movie was coming out, and I wanted to read the book before the movie. I read the book in <i>one day, for Pete's sake! </i>I ran away from all the news and reviews coming off of this movie, I watched it a day after it come out. I was expecting it to be great! Especially after reading the book, which I liked. And, I suppose that was the problem. My hopes were too high. Am I saying it wasn't a good movie? No, not at all. It was a <i>alright </i>movie. I was just expecting a <i>great </i>one. As for the bad, there wasn't anything that made me just absolutely mad. They were a few changes in the story line I didn't care for. And some stuff that they changed made no sense as to why they would change it. But, it just wasn't great. It could have been <i>a lot </i>better. It felt as if it was trying to be like other movies in its genre like <i>Divergent </i>or <i>The Hunger Games,</i> but it paid too much attention to that, and not to making a great film. You know why <i>The Hunger Games</i> and <i>Divergent </i>work? Because they are both an experience. You watch <i>The Hunger Games</i> and you almost think you are inside of it. The area, Katniss, Peeta, The Capitol, it all feels real.<br />
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That's because of good story telling, and well thought out plot lines
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you into the story. <i>The Giver </i>was almost just <i>flat </i>compared to other movies of its genre. Some may think I'm wrong to compare <i>The Giver</i> to <i>The Hunger Games</i> but wouldn't you compare <i>The Hobbit </i>to <i>The Lord of the Rings</i>? Now, I still like the movie, and I may even see it again perhaps when it comes to Redbox. But, a really bad movie in my opinion is one that misses an opportunity. The book had so much going for it, and the film just missed the train.<br />
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<i>Story- 8/10 </i><br />
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Though they changed some stuff, it wasn't enough to change the story completely.<br />
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<i>Main Characters- 710</i><br />
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The guy that played Jonas and the girl that played Fiona were actually enjoyable, but people like The Giver wasn't as enjoyable.<br />
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<i>Side Characters- 5/10 </i><br />
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Nothing really special. Jonas' Mom and Dad (who I really liked in the book) I didn't like here. Again, flat.<br />
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<i>Villain- 5/10 </i><br />
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Again, nothing special. I expected a bit more from Meryl Streep as the Chief Elder.<br />
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<i>Effects/Animation- 6/10</i><br />
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Good, but I've seen a lot better.<br />
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<i>Songs/Score- 3/10 </i><br />
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Did not notice it at all.<br />
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<i>Entertainment Factor- 7/10 </i><br />
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With all it's faults, I still enjoyed it enough for me to one day watch it again, (not soon, though).<br />
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As most of you already know, the brilliant actor and comedian Robin Williams past away this week.<br />
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This review is in honor of him. It was very hard choosing a movie he stars in to review this week, but I chose <i>Hook, </i>because this is probably my favorite of all his performances.<br />
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We start with a elementary school play of Peter Pan. In the audience we meet Peter Banning, a very important lawyer, his wife Moira, and their son Jack. The little girl playing Wendy in the play is their daughter Maggie. Peter gets a call from someone he works with, and his wife (who has most likely told him this before) says that his is "missing it." Within the dialogue of the phone call, we learn that they are going to a ceremony tomorrow in London where a woman who basically raised Peter is having her orphanage expanded. We also learn that Jack has a baseball game that morning before they leave.<br />
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Peter has to go out, but promises that he will be back in time for the game. Of course, he's not. We transport to the plane, where Jack is very angry with his father for not coming. They arrive at Granny Wendy's house and meet a woman named Liza and a man named Tootles who was Wendy's first orphan and who apparently has lost his marbles.<br />
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Peter is continually interrupted by business phone calls. Moire throws Peter's phone out the window and tells him again that he is missing his children's childhoods and that they soon may not what him to be part of it. They head out to the ceremony while the kids lay comfortably in their beds. While Peter is giving his speech, a terrible thing happens! Hook takes the kids! How do we know this? By the painfully obvious hook marks on the walls? By the letter that says that he did?<br />
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By Tootles stating that "Hook is back?" Nope. Peter actually doesn't believe any of it and assumes that it is some prank or a kidnapping. They call the Police who say that they will help as much as they can. Wendy tries to explain to him that he is actually Peter Pan and that Hook has taken his children because of revenge, but he doesn't believe it.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Peter, don't you know who you are?"</td></tr>
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Peter goes upstairs for some alone time. Suddenly, a tiny ball of light come from the window. It's Tinker Bell! How do we know this? Because she is standing right before our eyes? No! It's actually just a hallucination, says Peter. Well, she brings Pete to Neverland.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Super human strength seems to be happening a lot in the films I review lately.</td></tr>
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How do we know th...okay I think you get it. Pete doesn't believe any of it, and just goes along for the ride. But, he suddenly becomes a believer when he sees his kids in a net with Captain James Hook in charge of their safety. Peter promptly tells him that those are his kids, and he would like to take them and go home. Captain Hook doesn't believe that such a businessy and out-of-shape man could be Peter Pan.<br />
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Smee proves it to him by showing a scar on his belly that Hook gave to him. Hook, now aware that Pete has forgotten everything, tells him to go up to his kids, touch their hands, and they can go home. Strangely enough, Peter is afraid of heights and is unable to reach his children. Hook almost kills them all, but Tink conveniences him that she and the lost boys can jog his memory, and they can have a war. Hook gives them three days to do so. Peter falls off the ship, and into the water. Tink, apparently can't swim, and leaves him them there.<br />
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Peter is saved by some mermaids, and makes it to the lost boys' camp. They don't recognize him, and chase him around for a while. Their new leader Rufio <br />
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declares that he is the almighty ruler of the lost boys! and that he is an imposter! Some of the boys stretch Peter's wrinkles out and see that it is Peter Pan after all. They agree to help get him in shape. This includes loosing about forty pounds in a day.<br />
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Meanwhile, Smee convinces Captain Hook to try and win over Jack and Maggie as his own children in hopes of scaring Peter. Hook teaches the kids about what parents really think about their children. This seems to get through to Jack, but Maggie doesn't trust Hook and Smee. Because of this, Smee gives her an "F" which really seems to distress her. Back at the lost boys' camp, supper is on the table, or is it? While everyone is stuffing their faces, Peter can't seem to see any of the food. After an insult battle between Peter and Rufio, Peter sees the food. This is the first sign of improvement. They have an awesome food fight,<br />
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and on top of that, he chops a coconut in half in midair, with a sword! We then get a very touching song by little Maggie that her mother used to sing to her.<br />
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In the morning, Jack displays his disappointment toward is father by smashing clocks. Hook comforts him, and says that Neverland is his home now. The lost boys then take Pete out to the Pirates' Cove. He is to steal Hook's hook and "crow" as it were. They find themselves amongst a baseball game in honor of Jack. Peter gets discouraged when Jack seems to be having a lot more fun there then he ever did at home, and also because he realizes that he has missed a lot. Peter is determined to fly so he can save his kids. He finds a secret hole in a tree nearby. He goes inside, and Tink just happens to be there. Peter has a breakthrough, and remembers everything. We have some great flashbacks of him as a baby, how he ended up at Neverland, him as a kid, and the reason behind him leaving. He finds his happy thought; the birth of his son Jack. He begins to fly, and he does so right out of the tree and over Neverland.<br />
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Also, he has magical clothes changing powers.<br />
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He takes his place as king of the kids, but for some reason looses all recollection of who his is and why he is here. Tinker Bell grows into a regular sized person...Neverland Magic?...and jogs Peter's memory by kissing him. Remembering his wife which then leads him to remembering his children, he gets his troops together and goes to war against Hook and his merry crew. Peter tries to get Jack to come with him, but he has too lost his memory. We have a pretty awesome battle between the lost boys and the pirates. Rufio goes up against Hook, while Peter goes saves Maggie. Sadly Rufio loses against Hook and dies. It's a sad and short goodbye before Pete and James goes up against each other.<br />
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He has the chance to kill him, but doesn't want to stoop to his level. Hook cuts his arm. Peter almost kills him, but is stopped by his kids. They go to leave, but Hook threatens him. He almost kills him again, but Hook surrenders. Peter walks away, but Hook is not done yet. He is then done in when a gatorclock falls on him, and he disappears. <br />
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Peter leaves one of the lost boys in charge and leaves. At home, Moira is visited by a plastic leaf, and her children.<br />
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Everyone rejoices. Peter comes, but not before seeing a familiar face (Smee). Tink gives her goodbyes and Peter climbs up to that famous window. Everyone rejoices, again! Tootles comes in, and Peter brings him something he has been looking for for some time now, his marbles. Those were is happy thoughts, and he goes flying out the window toward the second star to the right.<br />
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If I could only describe this movie with one word it would be "fun." Because that's what this movie is, fun. It doesn't take itself too seriously. That being said, it's not a silly little kid movie. When I say it's fun, I mean for everyone. There is something about this film that yells out imagination. It's almost as if they had a child consultant, that told them if that scene was fun enough. That's not the only reason this is a good movie, no. It also has some amazing acting. Everyone, and I mean everyone, even the kids, did a terrific job. Of course, Robin Williams and Dustin Hoffman stand out the most, though. They just act like they're having so much fun playing these characters. The special effects are actually really impressive for 1991, and the sets are fantastic. This is basically a sequel to "Peter Pan", and does an amazing job in telling such a story. Some bits can get a bit confusing, but all in all it is great. <i>Hook</i> is actually 2 hours and 30 minutes long, but it doesn't feel it. It goes by rather quickly. Most people might think the pacing is off because the actually story line only starts at around the 50 minute mark, but it flows nicely. And lastly, the score is simply magnificent. It fits very well with the tone of the movie, and really brings you into it.<br />
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Okay, I have only three here, two are nitpicks, and one that's an actually problem. I'll start with the nitpicks. Tinker Bell. I didn't like her. Not to say she is a bad character per say, but I just don't like her here. I actually prefer the jealous hothead she usually is.<br />
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In this one, she is just confusing. She acts and literally says that she is in love with Peter. And I almost get the feeling she was trying to get Peter to stay in Neverland. That would have been fine, if she hadn't been trying the whole movie to get Peter and his kids home again. I also never got the feeling in the original story that Tink was "in love" with Peter. It was more like they were pals and she didn't want him to go and find himelf another pal. But, again that's a nitpick. They don't spend too much time on this, thankfully. Nitpick #2- some of the scenes went on a bit too long and I lost interest. Scenes like the quite long chase scene between Peter and the lost boys and the war scene. Though it is epic, it goes on a bit too long. The other was the continuity errors and plot conveniences. There are a good some of those. That's what the whole "Neverland Magic" was about. There were many that I didn't even mention. Some are actually hard to notice, but some like Peter losing a bunch of weight in one day are very noticeable. Then again, maybe it is Neverland Magic. Even though there were a lot of these, it doesn't keep me from loving this movie.<br />
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I really do enjoy this movie. If you like fantasy and Robin Williams, there is no doubt you'll like this.<br />
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<i>Story- 8/10 </i><br />
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Though there was some continuity errors and things, it still manages to hold strong.<br />
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<i>Main Characters- 9/10</i><br />
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Peter is a really great and likely character. Robin is what makes him so much better though.<br />
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<i>Side Characters- 8/10</i><br />
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Almost all the supporting character do an amazing job and are likable.<br />
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<i>Villain- 9/10</i><br />
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Dustin Hoffman as Hook could not be better. He is arguably the best Hook ever.<br />
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<i>Effects/Animation- 8/10</i><br />
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The effects and sets still hold up even today.<br />
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<i>Songs/Score- 9/10</i><br />
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Absolutely breathtaking music in this film.<br />
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<i>Entertainment Factor- 7/10</i><br />
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I enjoyed most of the film, though some of the scenes went on a bit long.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09562794732055378500noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1661996034094175819.post-28306318402006658632014-08-09T14:40:00.000-07:002014-08-14T18:39:28.055-07:00Dreamworks Animation Project- Chicken RunHello viewers!<br />
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Welcome back to our 4th installment of...<br />
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This week I'm reviewing the 2000 film <i>Chicken Run.</i><br />
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<i> </i><i> WARNING! SPOILERS AHEAD! IF YOU HAVEN'T SEEN THIS MOVIE, </i><br />
<i> SKIP TO THE END WHERE I GIVE THE SCORE!</i><br />
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Ginger and her flock of chicken pals: Mac, Bunty, Fowler, and Babs (whose voice you may know from another amazing Aardman film),<br />
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are stuck in a chicken farm, longing to be free (though their living quarters are actually quite good compared to some).<br />
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But, what they really want free from are their terrible farmers: Mrs. and Mr. Tweedy.<br />
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Mrs. Tweedy actually reminds me of another terrifying british woman...<br />
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They have tried basically everything, from digging under the fence that surrounds them, to even dressing up like Mrs. Tweedy. <br />
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<i> </i> But sadly, every plan is destroyed by either the dogs they have guarding the place or Mr. Tweedy patrolling the area. They are called for inspection, where they count there eggs and see if they are producing enough. If not, well...<br />
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Ginger, the leader of the chickens I suppose she could be called, brightens everyone's hopes by making a new plan to go <i>over </i>the fence. We meet Nick and Fetcher, two rats who have been selling things to Ginger in order to make their contraptions for escaping.<br />
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Meanwhile, Mr. Tweedy is watching the chickens, and explains to his wife that "they are organized." Mrs. Tweedy tells him "that's it's all in ya head, Mr. Tweedy." Ginger is beginning to think they will never get out. After pleading for some sort of miracle, a circus rooster named Rocky flies over the coops, but crashes, hurting his wing.<br />
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Ginger thinks that he can fly not only because of him flying right in front of her eyes but also because of a poster that she finds with him flying on it. She wants him to teach them how to fly so they can fly over the fence--to FREEDOM! Rocky decides to pretend to help them when a circus truck comes looking around for their lost bird and Ginger hides him. We then are treated to a beautiful, yet short, montage of Rocky teaching the chickens how to fly; by doing arm exercises. <br />
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Another truck rolls in, but this time it's a delivery truck. The chickens don't know what it is yet, but it can't be good. The chicken flying thing isn't working very well, and Mac discovers that they need more thrust, so they continue to try and fly while Rocky's wing is healing.<br />
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Another roll call is called, and Babs remembers that she hasn't laid an egg in three day; because of all the planning and trying to fly business. But, to Babs' surprise, Mrs. Tweedy doesn't make her this year's thanksgiving meal, but rather measures how large she is. Ginger figures out that they are fattening them up to kill them, and explains this to all the chickens, depressing them all.<br />
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Rocky decides to cheer everyone up and throw a party. Ginger and Rocky do some awesome dance moves,<br />
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and Ginger realizes that Rocky's wing as gotten better and can show them how to fly. Meanwhile, Mr. Tweedy is done putting together the machine and we find out that it's a pie machine. What kinda pie you may ask? <br />
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No not apple pie, chicken pie! This is of course not good for our heroes. Mrs. Tweedy sends her husband after a chicken to try it out on, and he picks--who else?--Ginger. Rocky swiftly runs after her while the rest of the chickens...<br />
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They both get stuck inside the machine.<br />
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They escape, breaking the "chicken into pie maker," giving them some more time. Ginger tells everyone about the pie machine,<br />
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but cheers everyone up with the happy thought of Rocky showing them how to fly in the morning. Morning comes, but Rocky is nowhere to be found. It turns out he ran away, and left them a little something to remember him by; the missing part of the circus poster.<br />
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Ginger is crushed that Rocky had been lying the whole time. But, as all great heroines do, she gets back up on her feet and makes another plan. Fowler, the rooster of the coop, was once a "airplane pilot." So, this time, they're making a plane. With the help of Nick and Fetcher and all the chickens they start making the plane. They make it just in time; the chicken pie maker is finished, and Mrs. Tweedy is ready to make some dough. Ha ha, dough...pie...oh, whatever...Mr. Tweedy catches them getting ready, and we have an awesome scene of the chickens attacking Mr. Tweedy.<br />
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Anyway, with Fowler at the helm, they start off.<br />
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Mr. Tweedy manages to waddle himself over to the platform that shoots them over the fence and kicks it down. It's up to Ginger to fix it. To Ginger's surprise, Rocky comes back to help her. Mrs. Tweedy is now aware of the shenanigans going on, and she is...well, I guess you could say she is very angry.<br />
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The plane lifts off, and Ginger and Rocky grab a string of lights attached to the plane. But, it's not only Rocky and Ginger, but Mrs. Tweedy too! Rocky climbs onto the plane and tries to help Ginger on. Ginger tries to cut the lights off with a pair of safety scissors, but loses them. Ginger is biting for her life, when Mrs. Tweedy takes one last swing...Rest in peace Ginger. <br />
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Oh wait, she's alive and has acquired super human strength for some reason.<br />
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She lets go of the line and Mrs. Tweedy goes flying
into her precious money maker: the old chicken pie machine. The chickens fly
into the sunrise, and go to a <strike>bird</strike> chicken sanctuary and live out their chicken lives
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My word, if I wrote everything down that was good about this movie, I'd have a book full. This is literally one of my favorite movies of all time. For one, it's hilarious! It has some of the funniest characters ever made. Babs is my favorite, she is always smiley so naively and childlike, saying lines that at so cute and laughable at the same time. It's impossible not to love her. Ginger is the Katniss of the animation world. She is independent, but also very funny and likeable. Rocky could have easily been a bad character, but was actually the opposite. All of the other characters were great too; Bunty is another one of my favorites, and Fowler and the rats have their fair share of great lines as well. The animation in this one is superb. It is just absolutely amazing, and it flows very nicely. The story is what really shines, though. I love how they make the chicken farm some sort of a prison. The actual plot lines run very well together and flow very nicely; it's not confusing. The villains, Mr. and Mrs. Tweedy (yes, I count both of them) are genius. Really, it's just business. That's the whole reason behind the chicken pie machine, they aren't making enough money. But then, they cross the line into evil territory. This was one of those movies I watched a lot as a kid, and of all the ones I watched, this one's score I actually would remember. It's so very iconic and memorable. It's definitely one of my favorites.<br />
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One of the only things I can think of that is bad, is the cartoony aspects in this film. They sorta feel out of place sometimes. I mentioned one before, of Ginger apparently having super chicken strength--being able to hold a full grown woman with one hand no less. I know it's not a big deal, so I'll drop it. The only other thing is the romance between Ginger and Rocky. Really, it's not something I care about. They kinda throw it in there, when I want to see more chicken awesomeness. But, again not a big deal, just a nitpick.<br />
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If you haven't seen this movie yet, what are you waiting for? Go check it out! <br />
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<i>Story- 9/10 </i><br />
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I absolutely love this story. Very original and unique.<br />
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<i>Main Characters- 8/10 </i><br />
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Ginger and Rocky are both really great characters that carry the story very well.<br />
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<i>Side Characters- 9/10</i><br />
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Loved all of the side characters. They had some of the best scenes and lines in the movie. I only wish there was more of them.<br />
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<i>Villains- 9/10</i><br />
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Some of the greatest animated villains of all time. They're not showed a whole lot, but you can just feel their evilness everywhere.<br />
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<i>Effects/Animation- 10/10 </i><br />
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Probably the best stop-motion I've ever seen. Truly amazing.<br />
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<i>Songs/Score- 9/10</i><br />
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The score will not be leaving my head for a few weeks at least.<br />
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<i>Entertainment Factor- 9/10 </i><br />
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Was not bored once.<br />
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<i>Total Score- 90%</i><br />
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This time around, I'm reviewing the 2000 film; <i>The Road to El Dorado</i><br />
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<i> </i><i>WARNING! SPOILERS AHEAD! IF YOU HAVEN'T SEEN THIS MOVIE, </i><br />
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In Spain, Miguel and Tulio, best friends in crime, are playing a game of dice with their good friend tough bald guy. Bald guy looses all his money, and insist in one last game. He bets his map that supposedly leads to El Dorado; the lost city of gold.<br />
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They take it, for they are playing with fixed dice. Bald guy also insist that they play with his dice. They agree, praying for a miracle. They roll a seven and win, to their surprise. Tulio drops their fixed dice, and bald guy figures out they were cheating.<br />
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He gets angry and calls the guards. Miguel and Tulio distract them and run away. They soon meet a dock, and jump into some barrels of water being loaded onto a ship. Just before they jump out, some guys put a heavy box on top of them. They are trapped. They soon get out, but are discovered by the men on board the ship.<br />
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They are thrown into the brig. Tulio tries to develop a plan, but Miguel beats him to it. On board, there is a horse named Altivo. Miguel tells Altivo that he will give him an apple if he finds something to get them out. He brings them the keys. They escape on a roe boat, Altivo with them.<br />
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They are almost killed multiple times, and loose a lot of there food. They are at sea for many days, until they hit land. There, they find a bunch of skeletons. Tulio wants to leave, but Miguel sees something from the map to El Dorado. They made a plan to go into El Dorado, take as much gold as they can, and go back to Spain. So, they go into the unseen jungle, in search of El Dorado.<br />
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One journey and an Elton John song later, they find a rock. The map says <i>this</i> is El Dorado. They begin to turn back, when a woman comes running toward them--soldiers following her. They brings Miguel and Tulio back to their city. As you guessed, it is El Dorado.<br />
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They are greeted by Chief Tannabok (Chief) and high priest Tzekel-Kan (Priest). There they find out that the townspeople think that Miguel and Tulio are gods.<br />
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The woman's name is Chel, and is almost killed for stealing something from the temple, but Tulio makes a story for her and she lives. They bring Miguel and Tulio to the temple, where they shall stay.<br />
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Chel soon finds out that they are not really gods, and wants in on their plan to take the gold and go back to Spain. They let her in, as long as she in turn gives them knowledge of the culture of El Dorado. After a happenstance with human sacrifice, Miguel explains to Chief that they are going to leave in the next few days, so they need them to build them a boat. Three days is the fastest they can build it, so until then, they lay low. Miguel soon gets entranced by the local color<br />
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The subject of this game is to throw the ball through a small hole before the sun hits a certain spot, without using your hands. Of course, this is impossible against these men, so they cheat, using a armadillo that has followed them around that happens to look like the ball. They win with one last goal.<br />
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After the game, Priest wants the losers to be killed in honor of the gods. Miquel gets upset, and says that there will be no sacrifices, EVER! Priest notices something dripping down Miquel's face. It's blood, for when Tulio accidentally kicked him in the face. "Gods" don't bleed, so obviously, they are not gods. Priest decides to take things under his own wings, uses voodoo to take control of a statue, and destroy the city of what he calls "weaklings." Meanwhile, Miguel decides to stay in El Dorado, and Chel and Tulio get ready to go back to Spain. Their plans are put on hold when Priest takes control of the beastly statue.<br />
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They use distraction once again, and throw Priest down a swirling hole, that is thought to go to the "spirit world." It actually just ends up on another spot on the island. There, Priest meets the men on the boat, who are looking for Tulio and Miguel. Priest and the boatmen, travel on to the entrance of El Dorado. Meanwhile, Tulio and Chel are on the boat, and Miguel is waving from the sideline. Someone warns them of the coming danger, and Miguel concocts an idea to slam the boat into the pillars next to the gateways. This makes it impossible to get in. Something goes wrong, and Miguel jumps into the boat to help, now not staying in El Dorado.<br />
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<i>The Road to El Dorado </i>is surprisingly hard to review. Not because it's too bad or too good, it's just "eh." Not to say there are no good things to say about this movie. The animation is pretty solid, with the occasional CGI effect thrown in. The character animation is fairly similar to that of <i>Prince of Egypt, </i>which is not really a good thing, but not a bad either. The background animation on the other had is very beautiful and colorful. Also, I did enjoy some of the humor. It was a much better improvement compared to <i>Antz's </i>humor. <br />
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This movie's story is very similar to one of Dreamworks previous films. Can you guess which one? If you guessed <i>Prince of Egypt, </i>you would be totally wrong and thrown into a mental institute for the hopeless in film knowledge. No, it is very much like the story of <i>Antz.</i> The more I think of it, it has a lot of the same problems story wise. I didn't mention this before, but in <i>Antz,</i> the story really didn't have a moral; something to teach the audience. The character didn't learn anything. This is true for<i> The Road to El Dorado </i>as well. The story is just "okay." Nothing special. I've seen it done a hundred times.<br />
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But, even with this story, can't the characters save us? Hmmm, not really. The characters in this movie <i>could have</i> been interesting, but came off as kinda bland, especially the side characters. The one exception would be the villain, Priest. He was very entertaining. But, just to prove what I said was true, even the villains have the same motives in both movies. They want to "cleanse" their homes by killing everyone. The humor, as I said, was an improvement. But, some jokes did fall short.<br />
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All in all, this film was just so-so. Not really good, but not truly bad. I did enjoy myself a bit. But, this suffers from something Dreamworks sometimes has a problem with: copying their own work.<br />
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<i>Story- 5/10</i><br />
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While some parts were interesting, it could have been made a lot better.<br />
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<i>Main Characters- 5/10 </i><br />
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Miguel and Tulio were okay as characters. But beyond their humor, there wasn't anything.<br />
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<i>Side Characters- 3/10</i><br />
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Most of the side characters were really boring and underdeveloped.<br />
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<i>Villain- 6/10 </i><br />
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I actually enjoyed Priest. But, he wasn't the only villain. There was also the captain of the ship Miguel and Tulio escaped from. But, like the side characters, he was very underdeveloped. <br />
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<i>Effects/Animation- 7/10</i><br />
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Very well done for the most part.<br />
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<i>Entertainment Factor- 5/10</i><br />
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He's afraid of basically everything, germaphobic, and an all around nutcase. He seems to have driven away his previous therapist, so he goes to Dr. Leo Marvin, a highly decorated psychiatrist and author of his new book "Baby Steps."<br />
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Dr. Marvin gives Bob the book, and says that he shall be back after his vacation. Bob doesn't want to be away from his doctor, and tries to find out exactly where he is vacationing. He goes so far as to pretend he has killed himself. Once he finds out that Leo and his family are staying in there summer home in New Hampshire, he (and his pet fish, Gill) reluctantly get on a bus.<br />
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Once there, he locates Dr. Leo and his fam at a local convenience store. Though Bob has done something very unappropriated (says Dr. Marvin), Leo is not mad. In fact, he never gets mad, or so he says. He tells him to go buy a ticket back to New York, and to go to the coffee shop, and he will call him later. Bob does so, and runs into a older couple who says that Dr. Leo stole their dream house from them, making it the Marvins' summer home. They tell him where the house is, and goes to see Dr. Leo.</div>
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This seems to anger him a bit, especially since he has Good Morning America coming to interview him in a day or so. Leo politely tells Bob to leave. While walking on the road, Anna drives up and ask him if he would like to go sailing. He reluctantly says yes and finds that he actually likes sailing.<br />
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This drives Dr. Marvin insane, and he decides the only way to get rid of him is to kill him! He straps dynamite to him and ties him up in the woods, all while Bob thinks it's some sort of therapy treatment. Leo arrives at the house, and to his surprise, everyone--including his sister who was previously mentioned-- is there for his birthday...that was also previously mention. But, whose got the cake? Bob does, who has somehow gotten free of Dr. Leo's "therapy treatment." Leo unleashes his anger and literally goes insane. Oh yeah, and the house blows up because Bob left the dynamite in the there.<br />
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<i>Pros-</i> As you can probably tell, I loved this movie. It not only has an extremely lovable and original story, but makes you laugh hysterically at nearly every one of it's jokes. The casting is absolutely perfect, with Bill Murry as the lead. Bill Murry is simple an amazing actor, and is so very believable as an obsessed psychopath. And of course, Richard Dreyfuss is great as well. Even all of the supporting cast did a great job. This movie is, to put it plainly, very enjoyable and funny. </div>
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<i>Cons- </i>This was a movie I had a very hard time finding fault. I guess one thing I could say is that I am a pretty big <i>Monk</i> fan. Though Bill Murry's performance is terrific, I found myself thinking of <i>Monk</i> and how much better Tony Shalhoub is in comparison. Though, I second guess this, because I think Bob Wiley and Adrian Monk are completely different people and are indeed supposed to act different. </div>
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I loved the story from start to finish. It's so very original, and different from anything we would see now a days.</div>
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All of the side characters did a great job, from the fam to Gill the Fish.</div>
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<i>Villain- </i>7/10 </div>
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Well, really there wasn't a villain. I guess mental illnesses could be the villain. If so, it did a terrific performance.</div>
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<i>Effects/ Animation- 6/10</i></div>
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The effects did what there were supposed to do, but nothing really special. Except the house blowing up. That was cool!</div>
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<i>Entertainment Factor- 9/10</i></div>
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There wasn't a time that I was bored. It kept me very interested in the story and where it was going.</div>
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<i>Songs/Score- 8/10</i></div>
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The score did an amazing job at capturing the wacky and silly nature of this film.</div>
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<i>Total Score- 76%</i></div>
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And for a little added bonus, I found some cool cartoons of <i>What About Bob? </i>(I did not make these, all credit goes to whomever make them. You did a great job.)</div>
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