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10 Artsy-Fartsy Films

Artsy films don’t necessarily mean someone in it is a painter or an artist of some sort. These movies are great and tend to have a certain following. Whether it is in the script, the characters, or the soundtrack – these films have formed a whole new genre Louisville painters call artsy-fartsy!

1. 500 Days of Summer
The story is about love, but it is not a love story, first of all. When greeting card writer, Tom meets Summer he falls madly in love with her. Summer is a modern woman with 60s style who does not believe in love and doesn’t want to be anyone’s girlfriend. The film’s soundtrack sets every scene and the creative cinematography makes the film like no other.
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2. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
The film tells the story of the relationship between Joel and Clementine and their extremely difficult breakup. When Joel finds that Clementine has erased him from her memory with a new found technology, Joel immediately decides to have her erased from his. The film goes through the psyche of a man who realizes that he does not want to forget the love of his life, even if he can’t have her.
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3. Vicky Cristina Barcelona
Vicky and Cristina are best friends with two very different views on life and love. When they travel to Barcelona and meet the ravishing artist, Antonio, the romance begins and all rationale is thrown out the window. The film is beautiful with it’s amazing cinematography and landscape shots of Barcelona.
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4. American Beauty
When suburban business man, Lester Burnham loses his job, he takes a new approach on life. After being shunned for years by his rebellious daughter and neurotic wife, he gets back into shape, takes a job at a fast food restaurant and begins fantasizing about his daughter’s best friend. The film dives into a bored man’s psyche while he is going through a midlife crisis and a teenage girl’s struggle between being ordinary or a much older man’s mistress.
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5. Blue Valentine
The courtship of high school dropout, Dean and pre-med student, Cindy begins beautifully and full of love. When we see their married life several years later you see that the romance has turned to boredom for Cindy. The film shows the process of romantic love fading.
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6. The Royal Tenenbaums
Royal and Etheline Tenenbaum have three genius children: Chas, Richie, and their adopted daughter, Margot. Though Royal no longer lives with the family he has never divorced his wife, and as an attempt to get back into the house and family he fakes cancer. The dark comedy tells the story of the family you thought you wanted to be a part of with perfect character analysis and top of the line dialogue.
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7. High Fidelity
Probably the oldest movie on our list was released in 2000. When record store owner, Rob is dumped by his girlfriend we watch him go through the grieving process, beginning with anger. Rob’s lost boy mentality and depressed outlook on life begins to change as he realizes he may have been the one who was wrong and finds that he grows a little from the process. The movie is also known for the “top 5” lists that Rob makes and the great soundtrack.
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8. Garden State
After the death of his mother, Andrew Largeman goes home to New Jersey and is welcomed back into his old group of friends. When he meets the eccentric funny girl Sam, Andrew begins to realize what he wants to do with his life and accepts the dark elements of his past.
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9. An Education
Sixteen year-old school girl, Jenny is a promising student and very cultured. When she attracts the attention of an older man, he feed her hunger for adventure, but with a price. Jenny learns the importance of self and education, and the hardships of love.
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10. The Tree of Life
The film seems to display the thin line between religion an spirituality by examining humanity. The film mostly focuses on a young boy’s life: his relationship with his father, mother, and brothers, and how a child sees the world. The breathtaking special effects and emotional character revelations, make this movie one of a kind.
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Kristina Carpenter is a writer for CertaPro Painters of Louisville, which speicalizes in commercial and residential painting.

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Fans Going Crazy Over Latest Batman Movie Trailer

Who would’ve thought that out of ashes of such horrible Batman films – you know, the ones with George Clooney and Mr. Freeze – could arise such a brilliant saga as that of The Dark Knight?

I certainly didn’t expect it, but after watching the first one I was enthralled with this film and the possibilities for more awesome Batman action. It’s as good if not better than the original 1989 Batman starring Michael Keaton and Jack Nicholson. Then the second one came out and everyone went crazy for Heith Ledgers brilliant performance as the Joker, right before his untimely and tragic death – myself included, as this film topped the first one in my opinion.

Fans are now reliving the hype of the film franchise with the release of the latest trailer for the 3rd installment in this Batman series called Dark Knight Rises.

The third film will retain the brilliant direction of Director Christopher Nolan, known for his work with such hits as Inception – one of the best movies about dreams – as well as Memento, a wonderfully mind twisting backwards plot moving puzzle, The Prestige, and many others.

Harry Potter fans were treated to a wonderful sneak preview of the trailer and following this the trailer has gone live on the internet for the whole world to see.

Those involved with the film have remained tight lipped on the plot and haven’t released too much information, but it’s clear we will be treated with a new villain (new for the movies at least!) with Bane making an appearance in the trailers. The Catwoman is also expected to star in The Dark Knight Rises, as played by actress Anne Hathaway.

The makers of the film are doing a great service in viral marketing this piece so early in conjunction with Harry Potter. The web is anew with commentary and blog posts on this trailer, although most end on an excited note only to be dulled by the fact that the movie still won’t be coming out for an entire year!

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The Purpose of a Customized Movie Poster Frame

If you are someone who has been collecting movie posters for quite a number of years, these posters would mean the world to you. We wouldn’t have our well cared for collections, destroyed by having them taped onto the wall. But having them rolled up and hidden wouldn’t do the collection justice. These posters are meant to be hung on the wall for everyone to see and for you to appreciate everyday. They must be showcased and preserved to maintain its value as years go by. This is why having a movie poster frame to keep our movie posters in, has become a recommended accessory in poster collections. Not only are they convenient, they are quite affordable and they provide the best quality care frames ought to give posters.

A movie poster frame is available in a variety of styles, color and sizes and they are similar to the movie frames that used to grace classic theatres. The style of these frames will depend as to where and how you wish to have them displayed. For home display, collectors usually use an unobtrusive black aluminum frame can be used that is has a general size suitable for standard modern movie posters with a height of 40” and a width of 27”. You can buy poster frames online after you have done the thorough research to satisfy you and have decided on the type of frame design you like.

Every single movie poster, especially the vintage ones having value, must be keep safe and well preserved with a movie poster frame meant for such posters. This will prevent any wear, tear and folds being creased onto the poster and to avoid color fading. Opt to buy poster frames online as they are much more affordable online and are available in many different styles and colors.

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Avatar: Inspiration for reflection and contemplation

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Much has been said of the Avatar, since the first information about the film already cried it would be a revolution of the 7th art.The film was released and already holds the record for highest grossing film of all time. According to the movie enthusiasts the great banner of this revolution was the result of the incredible CGI technology applied to the work. I agree.And I would also say that marketing used to leverage the film was extraordinary.

But is that Avatar is just technology and advertising?

Maybe this deviates a little visual excellence viewers’ attention to the messages contained in the film. I’ve been watching film reviews from fellow bloggers and viewers of the film and most agree that the film’s plot is fairly simple, with many cliches.Indeed it is. But so what? A film with simple plot and clichés can not contain important messages? I think that from the moment we have a movie where everything is new, I can not say the movie cliches that have committed to work. Imagine AVATAR with a complex plot and no cliche, that is, with no bridge to what we already knew the movie. Would you be good?Would you be understood? Does that arouse people’s interest? These are points that deserve consideration. Still, I consider each issue raised in the film, which reaches many people and that subtly transcends the simplicity of the plot and its unique universe.

Criticism of the war in Iraq
There is a very symbolic phrase in the movie, spoken by Colonel Quaritch:  We’ll win. The plan was to invade the human Pandora to occupy the sacred territory of Na’vi and to explore the rare ore unobtanium , worth a fortune for many companies earthlings and generate profits for their shareholders. For this they needed to vacate the place, for good or evil. Military mercenaries allied firms to take advantage of this occupation and brought all their know-how and equipment for this war. For those who know well, that’s exactly what caused the war in Iraq under the false justification that Saddam Hussein manufactured bombs of mass destruction and that this would be a threat to humanity. And what is Avatar? A great allegory on the conflict created by the Americans. In fact the criticism is not against imperialism and against the Americans.They are the star because they are facing these conflicts and are the most powerful nation on earth.

Concept of multiple realities
Despite all the drama involved, AVATAR explores a subject much studied in metaphysics: the theory of multiple realities or dimensions. Imagine that your mind reaches different types of reality. Just realize that you only one: that you experience now. There are some people who gain access to other levels of reality, as the spiritualist mediums (interact with the spiritual world), to sleepwalk, so the telepaths. But most are not. This skill requires a high sensory sensitivity. And this kind of situation is curtailed by empirical knowledge. In AVATAR, it is clear that science has mastered this skill and have your proof through the traditional scientific method. The film not only deepens the technology used by scientists to make this transmigration. Moreover, transmigration is a term already known to scientists and researchers metaphysical. The word transmigration (or metempsychosis, for the Greeks) is a process for the behavior of incoming beings. Enterer is the name used to determine origin of spiritual beings, not using the means Divine (Cosmic Law = Law of the Incarnation), to establish and use a body caused by physical, incarnate in our midst.

Avatar and Spiritualism
For the spiritualists and supporters, it is easy to identify a correlation between the reality of Na’vi with the theory of higher plane Kardecists. In the spiritual philosophy, there are several spiritual planes (also called colonies). In one, the disembodied spirit (or even red in some cases as in the dream) has access to the plan. In this plan, be living in a constant harmony with nature that surrounds him, as if it were an extension of its essence. Live harmoniously among its peers and is devoid of feelings as materialism and worldly desires. The connection between this plan and Pandora is too obvious to anyone who knows these teachings. And the relationship itself between the reality of the reality of human Na’vi is also a way to associate the concepts of the spiritual and the earthly plane.

So realize that Avatar is much more than a cliché love story, a movie or a technologically perfect big case of marketing. It is a tasty philosophical journey, full of signs and issues unpretentious, packaged in a perfect soundtrack, a lush photography and a unique idea in the film industry. I tip my hat to James Cameron and all his brilliant team.

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Home Movie Night for the Family

Having a home movie night is a way to involve the entire family in a family moment. Sometimes, however, it is easier said than done, so finding something of interest to older kids is the key. Food is often the secret weapon in gaining their participation.

If you’re trying to give your family a nutritious boost without spending a ton on groceries, there are two easy, delicious treats to make for home movie snacks – homemade donuts and smoothies.  Smoothies give a great deal of fruit vitamins, and donuts taste great and make for tomorrow’s breakfast!

Smoothies are a simple process, as they only require fruit, milk, juice, and ice.  Choose the fruit combinations that you or your family prefers — popular mixes are strawberries and bananas, or oranges and blueberries, or cherries and vanilla flavoring — and blend together with the ice, milk, and juice.  If you desire thicker smoothies, add more milk; for thinner smoothies, add more juice.  Smoothie maker blenders are often designed especially for smoothies, but are only individual portions, so make sure you’re using a large enough blender for the entire family.  If your kids are fussy about vitamins, simply add them into the mix for extra doses of vitamin A and C.

Donuts require a bit more preparation.  The dough is a simple process, only flour, eggs, milk, and yeast — if you enjoy thicker donuts, add less yeast — mixed together.  Pour the batter into rings, or strips for eclairs and bear claws.  Drop the rings in frying oil, and be careful not to leave them in to long or they will burn.  Let the donuts cool, then apply a sugar glaze, frosting, or even fill the inside with jelly.  Donuts usually only last one or two days before they go stale, so eat quick!

Be sure to take some photos of the family cooking and watching their movie. In years to come this will help everyone recall the time fondly.

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Movies About Magicians

Magicians, released in 2007, is a British comedy about two magicians named Harry and Karl. They are friends that hold magic shows together until one tragic magic competition when a fatal accident occurs. When Carol (the assistant) enters the box for the guillotine act, she ends up decapitated. The pair of magicians ends on a sour note and become bitter rivals. They meet up again at a magic competition years later. Linda (Harry’s assistant for this show) begs him to perform his guillotine act and, after dragging his feet, he agrees. Once on stage Linda runs off, chickening out of helping Harry with the act. Karl steps up and helps his friend and the trick is performed with great success. The movie ends with Karl and Harry teaming up once again and taking their show on the road.

The magician movie, called The Prestige, is about two magicians that were, at first, great friends. The story takes place in 19th century London and is about magicians Robert Angier and his assistant Alfred Borden. When Robert Angier’s wife dies, because of an act, they have a fall out and become each others enemy. The pair spends their time upstaging one another and end up using more and more daring illusions. This rivalry between the two grows stronger and they go as far as sabotaging each others acts. The movie features Hugh Jackman as Robert Angier and Christian Bale as Alfred Bordon. The release date for The Prestige was in 2006.

The Illusionist, released in 2006, displays the life of a magician who, through social class, loses Sophie, the love of his life. The magician, Eisenheim, perfects his magical skills throughout the years until he meets up with his love once again. He finds she is about to marry a Crown Prince and plans a way to stop the marriage. He uses his magic on Sophie to win her affections once again. The Illusionist is filled with romance, intrigue and mystery.

Houdini is without a doubt the most well known magician that ever walked the earth. His magic tricks were revolutionary in his day. The magic movie Houdini tells about his entire life story, from the time that he immigrated to the US. It also tells the story about his time as a seance de-bunker. This was a time in his life that he did not want to perform magical shows up until his untimely death. The love story with his wife Bess is woven throughout the entire movie. She was a big part of his life. The movie was first shown on TV in 1998 and was later released onto DVD.

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