”AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS” (1956) Review

Based upon Jules Verne’s 1873 classic novel, ”AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS” is the story of a 19th century English gentleman named Phileas Fogg and his newly employed French valet, Passepartout, attempt to circumnavigate the world in eighty (80) days on a £20,000 wager set by his friends at the Reform Club. Produced by Michael Todd, the Academy Award winning film starred David Niven, Cantinflas, Shirley MacLaine and Robert Newton. ( Read more... )

Below is a gallery of photos from the 1981 adventure classic, "RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK". Produced by George Lucas and directed by Steven Spielberg, the movie starred Harrison Ford, Karen Allen, Paul Freeman and John Rhys-Davies: ( Read more... )

I wrote the following article about many fans of the "NORTH AND SOUTH" trilogy: ( Read more... )

"THE CORELLIAN CONNECTION"

CHAPTER FOUR

OUTSIDE ALDERA, ALDERAAN

Padme stepped out onto the villa's terrace and found Raymus Antilles pacing back and forth near the balustrade. "Captain Antilles," she greeted politely. "How kind of you to visit."( Read more... )

"MY FAVORITE ADVENTURE FILMS"

Adventure films have always been one of my favorite genres. Below is a list of what I considered to be my all time favorite adventure films: ( Read more... )

Below is my review of the new movie by Michael Bay called "TRANSFORMERS: Revenge of the Fallen": ( Read more... )

Below is a gallery featuring photos from Michael Mann's new crime drama called "PUBLIC ENEMIES". The movie starred Johnny Depp, Christian Bale and Marion Cotillard: ( Read more... )

"A VIEW TO A KILL" Review

The year 1985 marked a milestone in the history of the Bond franchise. This was the year in which EON Productions released their latest Bond film, "A VIEW TO A KILL". The movie would turn out to be Roger Moore's last turn as the British agent, James Bond. ( Read more... )

Here is a story about one day in the life of Paige Matthews, set during my Alternate Universe version of Season Five:


"A DAY IN THE LIFE OF PAIGE MATTHEWS"

RATING: [PG]
SUMMARY: Paige's POV on her job, a new family member, romantic complications, and new dangers - all in one day. Over two months following "Second Power".
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DISCLAIMER: The Charmed Ones, Darryl Morris, Cole Turner and other characters related to Charmed to Spelling Productions, Brad Kern and Constance Burge. The McNeills and Barbara Bowen are my own creation.

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Below is a gallery featuring photos from the 1956 Oscar winning film, "AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS". The photos originally came from "LIFE" magazine and the movie was produced by Michael Todd and starred David Niven, Cantinflas, Shirley MacLaine and Robert Newton: ( Read more... )

After I had watched ”TERMINATOR SALVATION” for the third time (that’s right . . . three times), I managed to noticed certain scenes that had failed to catch my attention the first and second times I saw the movie: ( Read more... )

Below is a gallery of photos from the new "TRANSFORMERS" sequel called "TRANSFORMERS: Revenge of the Fallen". Directed by Michael Bay, the movie stars Shia LaBeouf and Megan Fox: ( Read more... )

"SAN FRANCISCO" (1936) Review

I just recently watched the 1936 disaster film, ”SAN FRANCISCO”, which starred Clark Gable, Jeanette MacDonald, Spencer Tracy and Jack Holt. Released 30 years after the actual event, the movie is basically about a Barbary Coast saloonkeeper (Gable) and a Nob Hill impresario (Holt) who became rivals for the affections of a beautiful singer (MacDonald), both personally and professionally in 1906 San Francisco. The story culminated in the deadly April 18, 1906 earthquake that devastated the city. ( Read more... )

"SECOND POWER"

PART EIGHT

Later that afternoon, the Charmed Ones sat around the manor's Solarium, discussing the day's events. Not long after their return, Leo had orbed to the Whitelighter's Realm to report on what happened. ( Read more... )

Below is my review of the fourth installment of the TERMINATOR franchise - "TERMINATOR SALVATION":


”TERMINATOR SALVATION” Review

For some particular reason, I have never been in the habit of anticipating a movie from the ”TERMINATOR” franchise. I never saw ”THE TERMINATOR” (1984) or ”TERMINATOR 2: JUDGEMENT DAY” (1991) in the theaters. Not that I really cared, since I never did make the effort to go see either movie. I had to be dragged to the theater to see ”TERMINATOR 3: RISE OF THE MACHINES” (2003). And as for the latest installment in the franchise, ”TERMINATOR SALVATION” - again, I had to be dragged to the theater. Yet, every time I have seen any of these films, I end up enjoying them. Or being intrigued by them – including this latest film. ( Read more... )

"The Rain Chronicles" [PG] - Book VIII

Rain Robinson of ”Future’s End” ends up on Voyager, following her adventures with Tom Paris and Tuvok in late 20th century Earth. Here is Book VIII. ( Read more... )

Here is a gallery featuring photos from the new comedy directed by Anne Fletcher called "THE PROPOSAL". Sandra Bullock, Ryan Reynolds, Craig T. Nelson and Betty White star: ( Read more... )

”LOST”: The Death of Nathan

(2.07) ”The Other 48 Hours” is the 31st episode of ”LOST” that aired on November 16, 2005. This episode featured the Tail Section passengers of Oceanic Air Flight 815 and the story of their first forty-eight (48) days on the island. A controversy popped out from nowhere in this episode and it featured a fellow survivor named Nathan, whose death led to a barrage of criticism aimed at another character – Ana-Lucia Cortez, portrayed by Michelle Rodriguez. ( Read more... )

”THE TAKING OF PELHAM 1-2-3” (2009) Review

Tony Scott’s new version of John Godey’s 1973 novel, ”The Taking of Pelham One Two Three” marked the third time Hollywood released a version of the crime drama about the hijacking of a New York City subway train. The first version, directed by Joseph Sargent, featured Walter Matthau and Robert Shaw. Nineteen eighty-eight saw the release of a television version that starred Edward James Olmos and Vincent D'Onofrio. I barely remember the 1974 version and I have never seen the 1998 version. But since I recently saw this new version, I might as well give my two-cents on the movie. ( Read more... )

"SECOND POWER"

PART SEVEN

The following day saw Olivia and Cole among the first to arrive at the McNeill manor for brunch. The former brought along two Quiche Lorraine pies that she had prepared in the early morning hours. She had decided to leave behind Cole's birthday present and give it to him later in the evening. ( Read more... )