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Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Maxine Clarke @ Friday, 22nd August 2008 @ 7:17 AM

I have always felt that watching the latest movie release should be an escape from daily life and an event which sees time fly by. Sadly, the latest film from visionary director Guillermo del Toro, Hellboy II: The Golden Army, found me taking the first glance at my wristwatch with little more than half-an-hour gone. There are certainly many positives that can be heaped on the film. In particular, the imaginative characters found in the so-called 'troll market' were reminiscent ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Maxine Clarke @ Thursday, 21st August 2008 @ 4:10 PM

The recent release of The Dark Knight comes following months of eager anticipation that has been palpable since the untimely death of one of its stars. But what really is the appeal of the movie? As a fan of Batman from the original comic books and television series through to the debut performance of Christian Bale in 'Batman Begins', I had built up in my own mind the latest installment from British director Christopher Nolan as being something special. Fortunately, I was not t... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 21st August 2008 @ 2:17 PM

One of the problems movies have is that they are a popular medium watched by all. The message incorporated in a film is something, which is spread worldwide. Heroes like Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, Leonardo Di Caprio, Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzeneggar, Bruce Willis, Clint Eastwood, and Jackie Chan are loved and adored by all and sundry. The things they portray in films are taken quite seriously by the masses. Therefore, the impact of movies on children is also very critical. Movies hav... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 21st August 2008 @ 1:08 PM

Period films are those which are set in the background of historical period with some exceptions. There are certain standards that have to be maintained to classify a film as a period film. All the things including the sets, props, costumes, style, and characters will have to symbolize the time and background of the event. Producing Hollywood period films is always considered as a very expensive task; for this requires huge grand sets and design costumes that reflect the style of the era ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 21st August 2008 @ 12:37 PM

In the 1880s, the American stage was dominated by 'Vaudeville shows' which was cherished by the residents of North America. Being the primitive genre of variety entertainment, these shows differed from burlesque or minstrelsy. But as entrepreneurs started experimenting with their movie-making skills, these shows lost all their glory. In 1910, director D.W.Griffith and his troop started filming in downtown Los Angeles. While searching for a more apt location, they found it in a v... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 21st August 2008 @ 11:45 AM

With the swift advancement of technology, most of the business fields are frequently threatened by an evil called piracy. Piracy is rampant in many creative and technology based industries. Here we will be discussing the movie industry, which is very badly hit by piracy. Movie piracy has become a rampant and flourishing business for a large number of people. And even the general masses accept the evil as it is helping them to save a lot of money. The easy availability and pocket friendly ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 21st August 2008 @ 11:42 AM

Neo realism is actually a term which means new realism. This conception of 'new reality' first started in Italy. Before that modernism had a different definition. The new idea redefined the whole perception of modernism. After the First World War, Italy was going through a very frustrating time. Everything was shattered in a place otherwise so rich in culture. Films were not any exception. Italian neo realistic films emerged as an after effect of this social and political unrest... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 21st August 2008 @ 10:56 AM

'Gone with the Wind' is a movie that will be remembered by thousands, for its unparalleled drama, action and romance. Known for the breath-taking spectacle and its inspiring acting by the greatest cast ever assembled, it is possibly the most exciting love story to be enacted on screen. It was also the most talked about picture ever made. The winner of ten Academy Awards, this movie is set against the dramatic backdrop of the American Civil War. It is based on the novel written b... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 21st August 2008 @ 10:42 AM

Movies have always fascinated people the world over. The classic movies of the 50s and the 60s have enthralled the viewers with their magnificent locations, great stories and sizzling star casts. These movies have never gone out of our minds. Movies like 'Gone with the wind', 'Sound of music', 'My fair lady' and 'Roman Holiday' have their own unique charm, which has captured the hearts of millions of viewers. Even epic movies of that era with gigantic sets... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 21st August 2008 @ 9:36 AM

Movies and stories have a very old connection. Throughout the history of films, different movies have come from famous stories, novels and plays all over the world. Hollywood movies are not an exception. There is a reason behind this profound love of Hollywood for good stories. Actually, Hollywood is a kind of industry which always wants to tell stories through their films. They always follow a linear way of story telling. To maintain this linear way, they always search for good stories. In this... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 21st August 2008 @ 6:38 AM

Art is a reflection of our society and life and movies are often regarded as modern expressions of art. They make us laugh and cry and we often love to quote them. They edify us and enlighten us. Every year numerous movies are made by the film industries but all are not liked. Some top the charts while others are kicked out of the box office. Some become the hot topic of discussion for the critics while the others just escape their notice. In short, some get a thumps up while others a thu... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Victor Epand @ Sunday, 17th August 2008 @ 5:02 PM

Film industry is an amalgamation of technological and commercial institutions of filmmaking. It generally consists of film production companies, film studios, cinematography, film production, screenwriting, pre-production, post production, film festivals, actors, directors and film personnel. Today the film industry is spread all around the world. In the present century the major business centers of filmmaking are concentrated in the United States, India and China. Hollywood is a district... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Victor Epand @ Sunday, 17th August 2008 @ 4:45 PM

The method of creating and promoting film stars in Hollywood movies is known as the star system. Different studios would select talented actors and create roles for them, often inventing new names and even new backgrounds. Stars that went through this star system in Hollywood movies are Cary Grant, Joan Crawford and Rock Hudson. Star system of Hollywood movies puts an emphasis on the image rather than on real acting talents. However, acting, voice, and dancing form a part of the criteria. more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Mariam Ma @ Friday, 15th August 2008 @ 5:42 PM

There is no doubt that James Bond is an iconic figure in fictional espionage. He is considered the ultimate spy and throughout the years, James Bond movies have entertained countless fans to become one of the longest running and most successful franchises in movie history. One has to ask though, what makes this character stand the test of time? The collection of James Bond movies spans more than forty years encompassing twenty plus movies. The character has not only survived the fictio... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Patrick Omari @ Friday, 15th August 2008 @ 11:14 AM

The English Dictionary describes a villain as a 'a character in a play, novel, or the like, who constitutes an important evil agency in the plot.' The villain will generally be placed in direct opposition to the protagonist, offering an almost complete mirror image to that of the hero. Where the hero of a movie will promote good behaviour and virtue, the villain will seek to disrupt harmony and possess evil characteristics that contradict those of the protagonist. To create a gr... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Victor Epand @ Friday, 15th August 2008 @ 10:15 AM

Trailers are film advertisements that are meant for films that will be released in the near future for public viewing. They are actually a sequence of selected shots from the films concerned. The main aim of any movie trailer is to make the audience aware of the film so that their interest and curiosity could be raised. The sequences that one finds in trailers are generally not in order, as it will appear in the film. Generally, a trailer lasts not more than two and a half minutes. One in... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Victor Epand @ Friday, 15th August 2008 @ 9:50 AM

Science fiction films have mesmerized the audience the world over with their surreal adventures and special effects. These kinds of movies attract young people the most. But films like Star Wars and Superman have a universal appeal. Science fiction films take their audience to a dream world where everything is out of this world and larger than life. When we look at the best five science fiction films, we should start with the series of films called Star Wars directed by none other than Ge... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Victor Epand @ Friday, 15th August 2008 @ 8:06 AM

Horror movies are basically scary, chilling and haunting. They are generally based on the imaginary world full of incredible happenings and mysterious events. Sometimes they are based on scientific experimentation and psychological statistics of eerie ideas. Most of them are made with a false vision about the existence of mysterious characters possessing supernatural powers or ghostly natures. Horror film makers try to use their imagination in creating the situation in a horrifying manner... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Victor Epand @ Friday, 15th August 2008 @ 7:42 AM

'Hollywood movies' have become famous the world over. Hollywood has produced some fine movies, which have been immortalized in the minds of moviegoers forever. The industry has experimented successfully with every genre of filmmaking. Be it romance, horror, comedy or patriotic movies, every subject has been touched upon. Amongst the large number of films made every year, there are some that stand out and can be counted among the most famous of Hollywood movies ever made. One of ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Movies | By Victor Epand @ Friday, 15th August 2008 @ 7:37 AM

Movies have always created an aura of magic and charm in the world of entertainment. A larger than life portrayal of characters, which makes deep impression in the sensitive minds of film lovers, remains a classic forever. Hundreds of films are being made every year. But only a few movies can create that magic spell on its viewers. These dreams, which are gracefully created on the silver screen, make a permanent place in the hearts of millions of movie lovers. It is very hard for anyone t... more...