Society, in particular the media pundits, have called the timing of Mr. Markle’s heart surgery “suspicious.” Victoria Arbiter had reported the same on HLN/CNN. Other experts, including a Cardiologist (not involved with the surgery) was brought in to dissect the situation and reported that Mr. Markle was not subjected to “open heart surgery.” He was…
“Being Frugal Doesn’t Mean I’m Poor”
One of our favourite films of 2016 was The Hundred-Foot Journey, directed by Lasse Hallström. The film’s title comes from the distance between two rival restaurants in a rural French countryside. Our favourite quote from that film was, “Asking for a discount doesn’t mean I’m poor. It means I’m thrifty.” This line was stated by…
Wonder Woman: Super heroine for all times, from Lynda Carter to Gal Gadot and beyond.
WONDER WOMAN Stars: Gal Gadot, Connie Nielsen (Hippolyta), Robin Wright (Antiope), Chris Pine (Steve) Directed by Patty Jenkins Screenplay by Allan Heinberg Story by Zack Snyder, Allan Heinberg, Jason Fuchs Created by William Moulton Marston In any film genre, it takes the right momentum and the perfect storm of director, writer(s) and cast. Film maker Patty Jenkins…
Unforgettable: Katherine Heigl, Rosario Dawson, Geoff Stutts. Denise Di Novi Film
UNFORGETTABLE Stars: Katherine Heigl (Tessa), Rosario Dawson (Julia), Geoff Stutts (David) Directed by Denise Di Novi WARNING: IF you are a victim of domestic violence, identity theft OR cyber stalking, this film may not be for you. Julia is a successful Editor and a victim of domestic violence. She escapes her old life and moves to a new…
Going In Style: Michael Caine, Morgan Freeman & Alan Arkin
GOING IN STYLE Remake of 1979 film of the same name Stars: Michael Caine (Joe), Morgan Freeman (Willie), Alan Arkin (Albert) Directed by Zach Braff Going in Style is a heist comedy film with heart. It is a remake of the 1979 film starring George Burns. It also provides social commentary of the times; the…
Manipulative & Controlling
Hi Peeps, There is a lot to be said about the “Human” condition. We all strive, to some degree, to manipulate and control the outcome, as in achieving our dreams of being on stage, starting a business or graduating from university. A pod of Dolphins would work together to capture fish, by striking their tale on…
JOY starring Jennifer Lawrence
“I don’t need a Prince,” she stated Screened and reviewed: Wednesday, December 23, 2015 Theatrical release: Friday, December 25, 2015 Joy is a revelation more than a “How to manual” for young girls with big dreams. We can also undo the mistakes that often trap us in a mundane and unfulfilling life cycle. Joy tells…
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