It’s magic, you know? First off, I swear to you, if I had known about this, I would have contacted you about it sooner, because you know this is right up my alley. Of course, the level of impressive marvel is increased with the inclusion of Seven Devils by my pal, Florence. But, that’s neither…
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Countdown: Kim the FanGirl’s Top Ten Favorite Christmas Movies
“Be Sure to Drink Your Ovaltine” It’s December, and do you know what that means? Besides good cheer, sugar cookies, peace and joy, and snow? Yes! That’s right. It’s time to break out the holiday film collection. I love movies (You, undoubtedly, know this already) and I love Christmas (Duh). Combine the two, and you…
Trailer Talk: Warm Bodies
Written In Reverse At Kim the Fangirl, we love our fictional characters (Hunters, Hybrids, Vampire soulmates, etc); the sparkling, the romance, the uncomplicated lines of cheesy dialogue. However, if you didn’t already know, we also share a fondness for those impossibly slow-moving, ever so hungry creatures of the living dead. There’s been a lot of…
Random Rambling: Black Friday, Breaking Dawn, and The Host
Three Rants for the Price of One Black Friday Black Friday will be here next week. I’m guessing you already knew this, of course. But for you unfortunate fangirls overseas, this is the time of year – the day after our Thanksgiving – when Americans get up at ungodly hours of the morning, and freeze…
Press Play Friday: Songs from the Movies – Part 2
Music Loves a Screen Music and film, a most unrivaled pair, you must admit. She is not complete without his voice, the love songs he sings. He is the melody that accompanies her, giving life to a scene. They, essentially, are the perfect couple. We’ve met them here once before (of course), not too long…
Midnight In London?
I Wish I Were British On Sunday night, as I was watching the second season opener of Upstairs Downstairs, I began to have a miraculous moment of clarity. While I dissected the stylish dialogue, gazed upon the elegant satin gowns, and admired the outstanding archetypal set design, I realized I had a tenacious attachment to…
Dim the Lights. The Show’s About to Begin. (TIFF Edition)
I Want to See That! For film buffs and the likewise minded, it’s the best time of the year. The fall movie season has begun and already major Oscar buzz is filtering through the system. Don’t be surprised when you overhear a quick word or two about one film, then soon after hear a superlative…
10 Things That Need to Be In ‘The Host:’ Part 2
“I held you in my hand, Wanderer. And you were so beautiful.” Dear people (who are making this film), Hi. How are you? Nice to see you again, as always. You might remember, last week we began our detailed discussion, itemizing our requirements for the film adaptation of The Host. Our lengthy list got underway…
10 Things That Need to Be In ‘The Host:’ Part 1
Rules & Restrictions As you know, here at Kim the FanGirl, we take our novel to film adaptations seriously. We like to give writers, directors, and producers some much-needed help translating our favorite stories from page to screen (because, you know, they need all the help they can get). Although The Host has already finished…
Comic Con 2012 Wrap-Up Extravaganza
The Return of the Nerds Once again, Comic Con has come and gone, leaving hours upon hours of interviews, sneak peeks, and trailers in its wake. For those who couldn’t attend this year’s event, like myself, I’ve compiled a few highlights, a few of your favorites, so you too can be up-to-date will all the…
Must Watch Movie: Death at a Funeral
“Tea can do many things Jane, but it can’t bring back the dead.” Okay. I’m just going to put this right there on the table. I may ruffle a few feathers, but I believe it’s true. Death at a Funeral is one of the funniest movies of all time. Yes, I said it. This Brit…
Must Watch Movie: Midnight In Paris
Paris, je t’aime Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a different time? A different place? To live amongst your literary heroes, taking their advice, being a part of their history? To dine and dance with iconic artists, musicians, and historical giants? At one point or another, we all have….
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