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Big Hollywood : 'Hall Pass' Review: Farrelly Brothers Return to Form

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 14:53:00 +0000

I was actually on board to see this until I saw the name Joy Behar. That woman is nothing more than a bellowing sea cow, and it's a shame she managed to contaminate what sounds like a funny flick. Nope, I can wait until it's free on the tube.

Big Hollywood : Today's Open Thread

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 14:38:53 +0000

Just read the piece and ... wow. What a whiny little twit.

Big Hollywood : When You Replace Humility with Celebrity, Do Recovering Addicts Like Charlie Sheen Have a Chance?

Fri, 4 Feb 2011 20:26:24 +0000

Check out "Fur: An Imaginary Portrait of Diane Arbus" that came out in 2006. Nicole Kidman has the lead role, but Downey plays her equal as a soft-spoken yet intense retired circus freak who fascinates and shocks her stunted suburban sensibilities. He's stellar as a very private man that gradually reveals new layers of vulnerability to her that in turn lead her to discoveries about herself. No doubt about it; the man can act.

Big Hollywood : When You Replace Humility with Celebrity, Do Recovering Addicts Like Charlie Sheen Have a Chance?

Thu, 3 Feb 2011 16:02:36 +0000

I care because these people set a bad example for Hollywood-idolizing kids. Charlie may be choosing to do himself in with booze and hookers publicly and laugh at the ruckus he's caused, but the casualties are many. He also has 4 kids of his own (that I know of) who may not yet be old enough to understand the tragedy he's living out loud, but they're already missing him as a stable, committed father figure in their lives. I pity them :(

Big Hollywood : What Will the PC-Police Do When the 'Narnia' Films Confront Islam?

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 20:23:58 +0000

I love the word "gobsmacked" :) What I find funny is how I totally misread his story. The writing IS a bit dense, but I I chalked it up to a new voice describing a world with which I was totally unfamiliar. Higher Academia has its inner circles and often, a privileged aristocracy, so the layers of dark intrigue and a political agenda weren't hard for me to work with. But I never connected the developing creep factor with being anti-God - it just didn't take me there. As stated previously, I found intrigue in this stubborn child resisting ominous authority, as well as her daemon/guide trying to help her figure out the mystery of the missing children. My brain came up with a Good Vs. Evil tale, culminating in a final smack-down with said Evil accompanied by a posse of ally Polar Bears - Cool!!! It would seem I missed Mr. P's intentions entirely x)

Big Hollywood : What Will the PC-Police Do When the 'Narnia' Films Confront Islam?

Thu, 6 Jan 2011 04:10:41 +0000

Well, that is just AWESOME!!!!!! Kudos to J.K. and her nimble imagination - that woman ROCKS!!!!!

Big Hollywood : What Will the PC-Police Do When the 'Narnia' Films Confront Islam?

Thu, 6 Jan 2011 04:06:41 +0000

Sorry for the screw-up (as far as I know, I can't go back and edit it.) I'm in an epic struggle with technology this week - the work server fried, my home printer died, my cell phone directory got deleted, and now I'm double posting. I give up; time for some hot buttered rum ...

Big Hollywood : What Will the PC-Police Do When the 'Narnia' Films Confront Islam?

Wed, 5 Jan 2011 15:03:36 +0000

True "Ignorance is Bliss" Story: I collect children's books, and met Phillip Pullman at a book signing when "The Golden Compass" was first released. I had purchased the book based on a couple of reviews I'd read (which gave no hint of the its anti-Christian perspectives), and had no idea Pullman was an atheist. The book itself was oddly fascinating to me in regards to the child heroine Lyra's character (unapologetically bold with a dark adult awareness) and her daemon (a kind of real-world "familar" in animal form that accompanies you life-long as a companion and reflects ones' moods, strengths, weaknesses, etc..) To save time and space, this link (http://movies.ign.com/articles/835/835197p1.html) gives a more in-depth synopsis of the film and these little companions. Anyhoo ...True "Ignorance is Bliss" Story: I collect children's books, and met Phillip Pullman at a book signing when "The Golden Compass" was first released. I had purchased the book based on a couple of reviews I'd read (which gave no hint of the its anti-Christian perspectives), and had no idea Pullman was an atheist. The book itself was oddly fascinating to me in regards to the child heroine Lyra's character (unapologetically bold with a dark adult awareness) and her daemon (a kind of real-world "familar" in animal form that accompanies you life-long as a companion and reflects ones' moods, strengths, weaknesses, etc..) To save time and space, this link (http://movies.ign.com/articles/835/835197p1.html) gives a more in-depth synopsis of the film and these little companions. Anyhoo ... Pullman did a short reading from the book before he signed any copies (I wish I could remember the passage), and seemed quite pleased with the number of little people holding his books for purchase. When it was my turn at the signing table, I complimented him on his writing style and told him I found the concept of daemons to be spiritually comforting. He stiffened as I expressed my belief in guardians and guides, then turned slightly red as I commended Lyra's stubborn spirit as a fascinating take on Faith. Expecting a nod of validation, I was instead met with stony silence, a quickly scrawled signature, and dismissal. The success of the existing "Narnia" movies must REALLY be pissing off Mr. P's daemon :)

Big Hollywood : He Should Be Scared: 'Salon's' Andrew O'Hehir Freaks Out, Screams 'Master-Race' at 'Secretariat'

Sat, 9 Oct 2010 15:06:45 +0000

Thanks for the link, samwise. A perfect analysis comparing the past and our present. I love this movie so much I bought the DVD (something I don't do often) and feel fiery, unabashed pride every time I watch Leonidas and his Spartan brothers face their enemy against overwhelming odds, fighting to the end for their homeland and families' right to be free.

Big Hollywood : Exquisite Movie Moments: 'The Snake Pit' (1948)

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 23:59:26 +0000

Thank you so much for the link! Those boys do indeed sound like angels, and brought a lump to my throat as I remembered people loved and lost. Guess what DVD I'm picking up for Christmas???

Big Hollywood : '100 Miles to Memphis' Review: Sheryl Crow Keeps Muzak Alive!

Fri, 3 Sep 2010 20:59:41 +0000

I've just got to ask: am I the only one who thinks she's looking more and more like Carly Simon?

Big Hollywood : In a Rambling Defense of Ground Zero Mosque, Roger Ebert Compares Palin to Hitler; Suggests She's a

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 21:24:35 +0000

Well said!

theBERRY : Gabriel Aubreyâs new hot ads for âCharismaâ bedding (5 HQ photos)

Sat, 21 Aug 2010 18:50:18 +0000

Sigh ... must be nice to look effortlessly sexy. Not too sure about the Charisma, though -- seems pretty low-key, to me!

Big Hollywood : 'Captain America' Director: 'This is not about America...'

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 13:01:03 +0000

Y'know, I'm tired of all these "complicated" characters. Your opening paragraph was enough to make me sigh and throw the prospect of seeing this not-yet-made flick in the crapper before it was even released. Give me something straight-forward, uncompromised, and unashamed. Give us another "Independence Day!"

Big Hollywood : Death of the Movie Star: We Don't Need You Anymore!

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 16:23:05 +0000

Another great piece Steve, but I BEG you to no longer publish Sean Penn's ugly mug, especially in close-up. My God, he makes my stomach spin! Off to find some Pepto ...

Big Hollywood : The 'Twilight' Phenomenon: The Kids Are All Right

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 16:28:05 +0000

And they won't make the kind of cash Twilight is raking in. If Hollywood chooses to stay dense, that's fine. But thoughtful analysis SHOULD reveal it's the love story between Edward and Bella that's the financial meat of this franchise.

Big Hollywood : Caught on Tape: Mel Gibsonâs Raging, Hate-Filled Rant (NSFW)

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 21:22:05 +0000

"Yes. I might say some "ugly things." What Mel said was beyond ugly. I don't have enough hate in my heart to say the kinds of things Gibson said to someone he had child with and supposedly loved at one time. I have about as much sympathy for Mel Gibson getting "screwed over" as I do for Sir Paul McCartney. I think Mel might have a god complex." I agree completely!!!!!

Big Hollywood : Caught on Tape: Mel Gibsonâs Raging, Hate-Filled Rant (NSFW)

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 21:20:03 +0000

It's not only the language but the CONTROL FREAK vibe that's appalling to me. Now it's apparent that he WASN'T ACTING in those "Lethal Weapon" flicks when he went off like a psycho!

Big Hollywood : The 'Twilight' Phenomenon: The Kids Are All Right

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 21:03:29 +0000

While the films might not be first rate, I'm glad young girls have something to see that celebrates a genuine loving relationship. Many kids today have had no actual exposure to this kind of affection, where people are willing to sacrifice themselves for the sake of the other. There are too few refuges and heroes for young people who aspire to stay "pure" , and the money this film is raking in should be a big clue that there's a deep hunger for this kind of storytelling.

Listverse : Top 10 Gruesome Fairy Tale Origins

Thu, 1 Jul 2010 16:25:46 +0000

Very well written, Randall. I responded above to the post about Bettelheim, too, but you did a great job of revealing the consequences of sheltering the kids of today from the "gruesome" fairy tales of yore.

Wings_of_Eagles's Comments

Big Hollywood : 'Hall Pass' Review: Farrelly Brothers Return to Form

Big Hollywood : Today's Open Thread

Big Hollywood : When You Replace Humility with Celebrity, Do Recovering Addicts Like Charlie Sheen Have a Chance?

Big Hollywood : When You Replace Humility with Celebrity, Do Recovering Addicts Like Charlie Sheen Have a Chance?

Big Hollywood : What Will the PC-Police Do When the 'Narnia' Films Confront Islam?

Big Hollywood : What Will the PC-Police Do When the 'Narnia' Films Confront Islam?

Big Hollywood : What Will the PC-Police Do When the 'Narnia' Films Confront Islam?

Big Hollywood : What Will the PC-Police Do When the 'Narnia' Films Confront Islam?

Big Hollywood : He Should Be Scared: 'Salon's' Andrew O'Hehir Freaks Out, Screams 'Master-Race' at 'Secretariat'

Big Hollywood : Exquisite Movie Moments: 'The Snake Pit' (1948)

Big Hollywood : '100 Miles to Memphis' Review: Sheryl Crow Keeps Muzak Alive!

Big Hollywood : In a Rambling Defense of Ground Zero Mosque, Roger Ebert Compares Palin to Hitler; Suggests She's a

theBERRY : Gabriel Aubreyâs new hot ads for âCharismaâ bedding (5 HQ photos)

Big Hollywood : 'Captain America' Director: 'This is not about America...'

Big Hollywood : Death of the Movie Star: We Don't Need You Anymore!

Big Hollywood : The 'Twilight' Phenomenon: The Kids Are All Right

Big Hollywood : Caught on Tape: Mel Gibsonâs Raging, Hate-Filled Rant (NSFW)

Big Hollywood : Caught on Tape: Mel Gibsonâs Raging, Hate-Filled Rant (NSFW)

Big Hollywood : The 'Twilight' Phenomenon: The Kids Are All Right

Listverse : Top 10 Gruesome Fairy Tale Origins

theBERRY : Gabriel Aubreyâs new hot ads for âCharismaâ bedding (5 HQ photos)

Big Hollywood : Caught on Tape: Mel Gibsonâs Raging, Hate-Filled Rant (NSFW)

Big Hollywood : Caught on Tape: Mel Gibsonâs Raging, Hate-Filled Rant (NSFW)