Cinematic Music and James Horner

From a very young age, as long as I can remember, I’ve always loved movies. I loved being transported to another world, experiencing the plight, drama, tension, horror and exultation of the characters that I saw onscreen. While others admired … Continue reading Cinematic Music and James Horner

Dear Netflix…

I don’t know how to say this so I’m just going to have to get straight to the point. I don’t want to hurt you but you’ve left me no choice: I’m dumping you. I don’t want you in my home anymore. I wish you the best, Netflix. It’s over. Finito. Finished. Adios. I’m done with you. You’ve been good to me throughout the years. When you came around the block all shiny and new, promising great entertainment in such a novel and convenient way, I just couldn’t resist. I immediately knew that I had to have you. It was … Continue reading Dear Netflix…

Pirates Wasn’t As Bad As Critics Claimed it Was

So I checked out the 4th Pirates movie last night on a “Bargain Tuesday” (where films – even in 3D IMAX format – are only 6 bucks!) at my local theater. I went along with my daughter who, surprisingly enough, chose to see this movie over Kung Fung Panda 2. Who knew? As I’m buying goodies to eat and walking towards our primo seats in the IMAX theater, I wondered why she was so excited about seeing this movie in particular. She had seen the first three movies years ago and I doubt that she remembered the various plot lines … Continue reading Pirates Wasn’t As Bad As Critics Claimed it Was