Some honest and sentimental votes for Academy Awards 2012. - Films and Books Magazine (blog)

Some honest and sentimental votes for Academy Awards 2012. Films and Books Magazine (blog) A movie, that provided that you are well rested, with a clear head can enter your imagination and scar it forever. The complexity of the pictures was a mix of David Lynch, Stanley Kubrick and Lars von Trier. I really enjoy watching movies that when the ... and more »

In Praise (and Defense of) the Venerable Paper Book - Pacific Free Press

In Praise (and Defense of) the Venerable Paper Book Pacific Free Press At one point, my eyes fell on a copy of the International Herald Tribune and on the article with the title “The bookstore's battle for survival”, written by Julie Bossman. I put my computer aside and began reading. Not only did it spoil my day, ... and more »

SOPA, PIPA, ACTA, private property and internet monopolies (part 1) - Bay Area Indymedia

SOPA, PIPA, ACTA, private property and internet monopolies (part 1) Bay Area Indymedia Let's face it, we are all hooked in this "culture of free", especially when it comes to the internet: Free movies, free music, free books, free information, free news, free TV shows, free sports live coverage, free porn, you name it, it's there and ... and more »

Whale watch: Ken Kwapis recreates real-life rescue story in 'Big Miracle' - Film Journal

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Whale watch: Ken Kwapis recreates real-life rescue story in 'Big Miracle' Film Journal Finding a balance between drama and satire, between developing interesting characters and remaining true to historical fact, became key for Kwapis and his crew. "One of the films I used as a role model when working with the writers was Phil Kaufman's ... and more »

Getting to Know the Tiger Mom - Huffington Post (blog)

Getting to Know the Tiger Mom Huffington Post (blog) We definitely weren't allowed to stay out late. Or watch TV. Or see movies with a PG 13 rating or above for the LONGEST time. We didn't bring "store bought" food into the house. We ate organic and drank water. Our time on the computer was limited. and more »