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As I began watching the movie, E.T. I did not really know what to expect. The only thing I knew about it was that it was a supposed classic. Overall the film felt a little slow overall, however it carried a very endearing charm through its characters and the story it portrayed; which had me really enjoying it. The movie progressed at a relatively fast, but made no attempt to leave out detail, filling the movie with memorable moments, further supported by a light and energetic soundtrack that…

“Is the ability to be entertained constantly and no matter where you are really a good thing?” questions Craig Watkins, author of “Fast Entertainment and Multitasking In an Always-On World” (161). He introduces the argument that the advances in technology are revolutionizing today's society but hindering individuals. Tony Tulathimutte’s “Clash Rules Everything Around Me” demonstrates as mentioned in the title, an obsession with Clash of Clans; an online multiplayer strategy game that allows you…

The Graduate (1967) is the pioneer for the modern Hollywood film, which is cooperated by the director Mike Nichols, the composer Paul Simon and Dave Grusin. It has developed new conventions for presenting song in film, conventions that ‘build upon traditions established by the “classical” Hollywood musicals of the studio era’ (Berliner, 2002). The American popular rural folk in 1950s created the old classical song "the Sound of Silence", and it aids The Graduate (1967) to achieve a magnificence…

Mines, I like them. I don't know why I do, but it seems I do because I have yet to see one that I dislike. My Bloody Valentine, The Hills Have Eyes Part 2, Wicked Little Things, and now Beneath. All films that happen to take place in a mine, in fact I can't thing of a single film that takes place in a mine that I dislike. A lot of this stems from the fact I like horror films with a ton of ambiance with a claustrophobic feeling of being trapped to back it up, which is something Beneath has in…

This course has given me a new perspective when it comes to older romantic films. Before, I was extremely uninterested in these films because I thought they were all cheesy and in black in white; however, it seems I was pretty mistaken. These films were not just in color but were also very thought provoking. So far I’ve only had the opportunity to watch six of the thirteen movies but will eventually have seen them all. Out of the six I have watched I would have to say that “Breakfast at…

As a person of this generation, the times my family and I have spent watching films have become treasured memories. We always gather around in the family room, and depending who picked the movie, the genre can range from thriller to comedy. I remember watching The Parent Trap with my family, because my Dad gave it his rare stamp of approval. Its hilarious moments and enjoyable characters have continued to stick with me throughout the years, which is what makes the film one of my favorite movies…

The famous 1985 film otherwise known as “The Goonies,” was directed by Richard Donner and produced by Steven Spielberg. This adventure film was about a young group of friends living in the “Goon Docks” neighborhood of Astoria, Oregon. When the children discover a secret treasure map, they begin to go on a quest in hopes to finding the treasure that could potentially save their town from being destructed for a country club. During their venture, they are faced with many obstacles including…

The book and movie both had a great way to tell it. It is very old book and movie. The book was made April 24, 1967. The movie came out March 25, 1983. The book is very good and long and had detail and makes readers watch the movie. The movie is also long but has more detail and shows what happened. While the book and movie have many similarities and differences, the movie was more effective in telling the story. First of all, the first comparable scene is when the socs are running from the…

When looking into the daily lives of individuals, it is essential to understand what people found entertaining in an era that is very different then present day. As stated in the diary of George Stephen Jones there are multiple examples of activities people did for fun. The first activity that is seen in the diary as something young people did for fun was played cards. “After tea several Gentlemen came to play cards with Mr. Tanswell and Mrs. Tanswell” (48). For young people playing cards can be…

The coming of age movie Secondhand lions is a family movie. It has a lot of comedy, drama and historic adventures. The movie was written and directed by Tim McCanlies and was released in September 19, 2003. He is known for his work in Secondhand Lions, The Iron Giant and Dennis the Menace Strikes Again. Jack. N. Green did the cinematography and is known for his work in Unforgiven, Serenity and other movies. Cinematography includes the lighting, wardrobe and momentum. It had considerably good…