Press Play Friday: Songs from the Movies (Disney Edition)

A Whole New World Hi, everybody! Welcome back to another episode of Press Play: Disney Edition. Get ready, because this time, we’re going to the movies. Part two in our series (See Part 1 HERE), focuses on those timeless Disney classics we all loved as a child and still love today. What would our childhood…

Dim the Lights. The Show’s About to Begin. (Action/Adventure Edition)

I want to see that! Do you know what I love? Of course, you do. I say it often enough. Movie trailers. I love movie trailers. Recently, there have been a lot – seriously, a lot – of trailers all pertaining to or revolving around the quintessential adventure theme. These fast-paced, action-packed films are intoxicating…

Movie Review: Bel Ami

“Does your husband tell you you’re beautiful?” Almost two years after production completed on Bel Ami, the indie film has finally arrived to eager moviegoers. Well, sort of. The official theatrical release for the film isn’t until June 8th, but that didn’t stop the powers at be from giving us a sneak peek. It’s times…

Trailer Talk: The Host

Invasion Attention all fans of Stephenie Meyer’s sci-fi drama, The Host. It’s time. The first official trailer for the big screen adaptation is here and waiting especially for you. I know, I know. Just calm down for a minute, then you can proceed to squee. The film, which is still in production, and is expected…

Trailer Talk: Cosmopolis

Let’s Take a Ride It’s the (teaser) trailer we’ve all been waiting for; the first look at Cosmopolis. Director David Cronenberg and Robert Pattinson have teamed up to bring the Don DeLillo novel to the big screen, which follows a day in the life of egocentric multimillionaire, Eric Packer. I must warn you, this is…

Trailer Talk: Dark Shadows

Funny Vampire This trailer is brought to you by the eccentric, insanely genius duo of Johnny Depp and Tim Burton. Need I say more? Well, I suppose if you need more . . . here it is. Based on the 1966 supernatural vampire soap opera, Dark Shadows tells the story of Barnabas Collins: a man…

Press Play Friday: Songs from the Movies

There’s No Business, Like Show Business One of the most important elements of a film is the soundtrack: the sweet symphonic sounds that make the film complete, the songs that bring a scene to life. Over the years, the classic film soundtrack has transformed from a simple score, to blockbuster musical numbers, to today’s popular…

Movie Review: Breaking Dawn – Part 1

The Saga Continues Hello! This is Kim the FanGirl reporting live from my local movie theatre. I’m just moments away from stepping into the darkened cinema for my first viewing of Breaking Dawn – the fourth movie production of Stephenie Meyer’s beloved series. Fans are shaking with anticipation and excitement. They’re gripping their armrests, waiting…

Cullen. Edward Cullen.

Let the countdown begin! Attention, Twihard’s! Attention! In approximately 30 (long, infuriating) days, Breaking Dawn: Pt.1 will hit your local cinema. Like you didn’t know. With expectations high, our fellow Twihard community eagerly awaits the chance to, once again, appreciate the story we fell in love with once upon a Twilight (See what I did…

Trailer Talk: Bel Ami

I Love Your Top Hat Ahem! *Cough* First official teaser trailer for Robert Pattinson’s new movie Bel Ami is finally here. *Cough* What? Did I say something? Alright, you got me. Everyone knows we’re big fans of the RPattz here, so it’s no surprise that I’m super excited to see this movie. Based on the…

Movie Review: Water for Elephants

Welcome to The Most Spectacular Show on Earth! If you look closely, you’ll see there is something different about this big screen adaptation. Under this Big Top, you’ll find magic. Unlike most movies today, Water for Elephants is classic storytelling at it’s best. Actions, decisions, consequences, words; it’s about following these wonderful characters in a…

Trailer Talk: Pirates of the Caribbean – On Stranger Tides

“Then, on the fourth day, he roped himself a couple of sea turtles, lashed ’em together, and made a raft.” Eight years later and we’re still waiting for Jack Sparrow (I’m sorry, Captain) to sail to our local movie theatre. Once again, this summer marks the return of our favorite pirate. Unfortunately, he’s missing two…