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In Memoriam -- 2012

Submitted by Donna S. on Fri, 01/04/2013 - 3:52pm

At the end of every year, we see online or in magazines and newspapers a list of celebrities who have passed away.  Some of the deaths we remember.  Some we may not have heard about.  But for the most part, we stop and think of the works they have done.  And maybe look for a favorite movie or television series to watch again.

A few of these actors and actresses I was able to acknowledge soon after their deaths.  But I’d like to start this list with a mention of some I should have written about sooner.
 

More Christmassy Than You Might Think

Submitted by Donna S. on Thu, 12/20/2012 - 3:25pm

I love Christmas movies.  All kinds of Christmas movies.  Color.  Black & white.  Religious.  Secular.  Live action.  Animated.  Romantic.  Silly.  I have certain ones that I have to watch every year.  And for the most part, they’re all quite traditional.  Christmas is the theme.  It influences the people and advances the story.

But in the last couple of years, I’ve started adding a few other films to my list of annual viewing.  Movies that skirt around the edges of Christmas.  They may be set during the season or the holidays may provide a turning point in the story.  Perhaps even driving home a point we didn’t even notice until the end of the movie.  But one that stays with us.

Being a Scot

Submitted by Donna S. on Fri, 12/07/2012 - 3:38pm

Okay.  Admit it.  You love the accent.

And the tartans and kilts.

And the stories of feuds and clan rivalries.

And the bagpipes.

Well, maybe not the bagpipes.  That’s a “you either love it or you hate it” thing.

Still, Scotland is a part of our culture.  Or, at least, a strong presence in our entertainment.

Gather 'Round the Table

Submitted by Donna S. on Thu, 11/15/2012 - 3:23pm

It’s that time of year again.  For many of us, Thanksgiving is the real start to the holiday season.  We get together with family and friends and have a big dinner.  We talk and visit and catch up on everyone's news.  We probably watch some football or the parade or a favorite movie.  And in the midst of all the festivities, we remember how fortunate we are.

James Bond

Submitted by Donna S. on Fri, 11/02/2012 - 2:01pm

For a guy who’s pushing 60 years old, James Bond is going as strong as ever. Maybe even stronger. And he’s about to flex his muscles in Skyfall, his 23rd motion picture.

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