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  • "A Lot Like Love" Is Light Enough to Fly Away and Never Be Missed  By : Ed Bagley
    "A Lot Like Love" chronicles the indecision of two young adults who are misguided and muddled in both their careers and love life. They haul off and do nothing with themselves and then wonder why they are not happy. No wonder they are confused about love. They deserve each other. See this film once and move on.
  • "Breakfast on Pluto" Is Really Not About an Alien from Outer Space  By : Ed Bagley
    "Breakfast on Pluto" is a gender preference movie about a boy who really wants to be a girl, and settles for being a transvestite trying to find a place in a world that curses his very existence. I endured Boys Don't Cry and Transamerica and am pleased to say I did not have to endure Breakfast on Pluto. I think that Neil Jordan is the reason why. This film is worth viewing for its message: to thine ownself be true.
  • "Coach Carter" Sends an Outstanding Message About a Coach with Integrity, Honor and Goodness  By : Ed Bagley
    Samuel L. Jackson plays Coach Ken Carter in a good sports drama with an outstanding message for today's high school basketball players who see playing with the pros as their only objective in life. Carter believes that a basketball scholarship and ethics should go hand in hand. This is an incredible story of a coach who will not compromise his values by not compromising his integrity.
  • "Lost in Translation" Makes the Meaning of Life Sound Elusive  By : Ed Bagley
    "Lost in Translation" was written and directed by Sofia Coppola and won enough awards to fill a grocery cart. Seeing this film, I would not have guessed it would have won so many awards. I gave this film an average rating rather than a good or excellent rating. I wanted real substance in this film and I was left wanting. Learn why in my review.
  • "The Five People You Meet in Heaven" Is Difficult to Understand But Rewarding  By : Ed Bagley
    "The Five People You Meet in Heaven" is the story of Eddie (Jon Voight), a simple man living a simple life as a maintenance man who has a regret and an ache in his heart. He dies while trying to save a little girl in an accident, and does not know if he saved her life or not. He awakens in Heaven and finds out the real meaning of his life. A complex but rewarding story and movie.
  • "The Quiet Man" Is a Love Story Set in the Emerald Isle of Ireland  By : Ed Bagley
    No one ever said that filmmaking was easy, only that it could be very good and sometimes enduring, as in "The Quiet Man", starring John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara with legendary Director John Ford. The Quiet Man was the first American feature to be filmed in Ireland's picturesque countryside. Ford earned his 4th and last Best Director Oscar for The Quiet Man in 1952. See the film and understand why this love story will touch your heart.
  • "Tipping the Velvet" Is First Alternative Lifestyle Film with an Educational Message - Part 1  By : Ed Bagley
    "Tipping the Velvet" is what some viewers would consider a terrible film about a sinful, raunchy lifestyle, and what I would consider an excellent film despite any apparent raunchiness. The BBC brought this controversial movie to a 5-millon strong mainstream television audience in England. Tipping the Velvet is an incredibly unusual firm because you rarely, if ever, see an alternative lifestyle movie with a happy ending.
  • "Tipping the Velvet" Is First Alternative Lifestyle Film with an Educational Message - Part 2  By : Ed Bagley
    Based on Sarah Waters' acclaimed debut novel, Tipping the Velvet was adapted by Andrew Davies, an Emmy award-winning British screenwriter who has also written "Doctor Zhivago", "Bridget Jone's Diary", "Sense and Sensibility", "Vanity Fair" and "Pride and Prejudice". Davies is a very talented heavyweight.
  • 10 Grey's Anatomy Quotes to Celebrate The Grey's Addiction  By : Noel Jameson
    Want to laugh, cry and enjoy enlightenment all at the same time? These Grey's Anatomy quotes will help. After all, the show only airs once a week. Let these 10 Grey's Anatomy quotes be your between-airings fix.
  • 10 Leonard Bernstein Quotes To Celebrate His Birthday  By : Noel Jameson
    When Leonard Bernstein quotes are spoken, people listen just as closely as when his music is played. Why? Because Leonard Bernstein's words had the tendency to hold as much meaning and inspiration as did the music he wrote. If you're not familiar with Leonard Bernstein, let these Leonard Bernstein quotes introduce you to the man who became a legend.
  • 13 Spooky Halloween Quotes to Celebrate Halloween  By : Noel Jameson
    The best part of October is Halloween and the best part of Halloween is being scared. If you're in the move for some spine-tingling quotes, these 13 Halloween quotes are sure to have your hair raised and goosebumps out in no time.
  • 14 Music Quotes for Black History Month  By : Noel Jameson
    Music is an important part of our heritage, and African American musicians have, of course, played a significant role. Here are 14 of my favorite music quotes to celebrate Black History Month.
  • 14 Woody Allen Quotes to Celebrate His Birthday  By : Noel Jameson
    Whether you like Woody Allen or not, it's the perfect time to laugh with some great Woody Allen quotes. Sure the scandal and controversy surrounding the man raised some eyebrows. But you can't argue with funny! Here are 14 Woody Allen quotes to celebrate the month of his birthday.
  • 16 Lucille Ball Quotes To Celebrate The Birthday of a Star  By : Noel Jameson
    Lucille Ball was an American icon and she is still remembered and revered to this very day. The day of her birth is right around the corner. Let us remember her legacy with these 16 famous Lucille Ball quotes.
  • 17 Keats Quotes to Celebrate John Keats's Birthday  By : Noel Jameson
    John Keats, though his life was short, left an eternal impression on the literary world. This month we celebrate his birthday. Let's remember his poetic genius with these 17 Keats quotes.
  • 18 Mark Twain Quotes to Celebrate His Birthday  By : Noel Jameson
    If you've never read Mark Twain quotes, you don't know what you're missing. Humorous, insightful, educational and thought provoking -- Mark Twain quotes run the gambit. This month we celebrate Mark Twain's birthday. Here are 18 Mark Twain quotes to get you started.
  • 19 Stephen King Quotes Offer a Look Inside The Mind of The Horror Master  By : Noel Jameson
    Stephen King has a loyal following of fans and if you're one of them, you're going to want to familiarize yourself with these 19 famous Stephen King quotes. After all, while there are many famous quotes to go around, not many of them are as dark, thrilling or twisted as these 19 Stephen King quotes.
  • 2 Movies About Young Adults That Prove Their Integrity and Substance  By : Ed Bagley
    Pretty in Pink is a classic high school story of first love and prom night, starring Molly Ringwald as Andie, a girl from the wrong side of tracks who falls for Blaine, a rich preppie. Andie proves to be a girl of truth, courage and integrity rather than a push over. Saint Ralph is the story of Ralph Walker, a 14-year-old boy who has an epiphany that tells him if he wins the Boston Marathon his mother will come out of her comma and recover.
  • 20 Mae West Quotes to Celebrate Her Birthday  By : Noel Jameson
    Mae West was one of the most controversial entertainers of her time, however, she definitely had an adoring public. The famous words that Mae West spoke were the very same things that stirred up a ruckus. These 20 Mae West quotes are prime examples.
  • 2007 Reflections, 2008 Predictions  By : Sharon Housley
    The lens through which viewers receive their news has changed. The images of struggle are no longer frozen in time; technology has helped preserve and personalize these conflicts by producing moving tributes to the conflicts of humankind.
  • 25 Barbara Walters Quotes to Celebrate Her September 25th Birthday  By : Noel Jameson
    Barbara Walters is one of the most influential personalities of our time and Barbara Walters quotes offer us a glimpse of the depth and wisdom her words convey. On September 25th we'll be celebrating her birthday. Let's do it with these 25 Barbara Walters quotes.
  • 3 Easy Steps to Get Started Drawing!  By : Todd Harris
    This article take you through the basic steps of getting started in the drawing world. From what paper to use to the best types of pencils and charcoal. This is a must read.
  • 3 Easy Steps to Measuring and Proportions in Figure Drawing  By : Todd Harris
    This article is a step by step simple technique to help aspiring artists master proportions when drawing the human form and faces.
  • 3 Simple Steps to Drastically Improve Your Figure Drawings  By : Todd Harris
    Figure drawing made easy. Simple steps any artist can do right now to make dramatic improvements immediately to their figure drawings. Draw people and faces a lot easier with these helpful tips.
  • 3 Tips for Drawing Noses the Right Way  By : Todd Harris
    This article explores tips and techniques to drawing the nose. It also has some common mistakes to avoid when drawing the nose. Use these tips and techniques and you'll achieve a greater likeness to the subject you are drawing.
  • 5 Steps To Get Your Movie Done In 2007  By : Terrence Walker
    It's that time of year and new years resolutions abound. For select few, that new years resolution means deciding to get their movie done in 2007. This article provides five help steps to see that dream become a reality.
  • 9 Howard Hughes Quotes to Celebrate His December 24th Birthday  By : Noel Jameson
    Howard Hughes is one of the most private, eccentric and richest people to ever walk the face of the earth. December 24th is his birthday (or so he said, there's still some debate). Let's get to know him a little better with these nine Howard Hughes quotes.
  • A Brand New Song  By : Mike Pniewski
    No matter how long you've practiced your craft, you do it today unlike ever before. Time and maturation help us to constantly evolve. Focus on breathing new life into your work each and every time to avoid repeating yourself and losing your audience.
  • A Brief History Of The Renaissance - Part 2  By : Mike Shaw
    The great principles underlying all Renaissance work was that of faithfulness to nature, as opposed to faithfulness to tradition, which had been the sheet anchor of pre Renaissance art and letters.
  • A Call to End Format Wars, Boost On Demand and Untether Digital Downloads  By : Scott Consolatti
    Want to own the current Holy Grail invention of blue laser but are disappointed that no one format offers movies from all major studios? Want to watch any TV show or movie on demand but can't find enough content available? Want to buy songs in open mp3 format but can't find enough songs sold that way? You're not alone, and the industry should know their customer better.
  • A Comparison of Art Prints and Reproductions: Learn the Difference  By : David De Groot
    If you collect art or enjoy decorating your walls with paintings, you might be wondering what the difference is between art prints and oil painting reproductions. These terms are used interchangeably in the art world often, but they can differ greatly. Knowing the difference is important when you're considering an art purchase.
  • A Glorious Feast of Traditional Chinese Dance  By : Benjamin Lee
    New Tang Dynasty Television’s (NTDTV) Chinese New Year Spectacular offers a truly tantalizing variety of dance this year, featuring all-new dance troupes and drawing upon 5,000 years of history spanning a vast range of different folk traditions, from Mongolia to Tibet to the Yunnan region of China.
  • A Journey Into the Wild  By : Kim McGinnis
    # Into the Wild is a wonderfully inspiring film. Through Alexander's (the main character) journey we learn a life-changing lesson. The cost, in his case, was great - but it was worth it if others learn from his sacrifice...
  • A Look on Trainspotting  By : fris arbes
    This article talks about the damaged, desperate lives of heroin addicts. The article is about the travails of a young group of men who become addicted to heroin and how their addiction has ruined their lives. The articles underscores the difficulties of getting “hooked” and how narcotics and other illegal drugs can cause harm even to very close relationships.
  • A new Collection of African Tribal Art  By : Anton Mentrup
    Africa is a continent rich in art and culture. No wonder a number of historians and art collectors drive to this part of the globe to get a piece of their artwork.
  • A Quick Run through the Art of Portrait Painting  By : Wain Roy
    Like all art, portrait painting has its own demands that need to be identified before creating one. Here’s a quick look-through for busy but aspiring painters.
  • A Short Explanation of Classic Detective Fiction  By : Chris Haycock
    A brief history of early detective fiction. With particular regard to Sherlock Holmes.
  • A wonderful gift: the plum tree painting  By : Clint Jhonson
    The plum tree painting is one of the best gifts one can get or receive. Available at online galleries on oil canvases this kind of painting can be found in two, three, four and five panels oil painting. The painting can be the tree itself, a detailed blossomed branch or the tree with a wonderful sunset. No matter what the painting focuses on it will bring out a range of emotions in each viewer. The oil paintings made on panels seem to be the winners of today’s world.
  • Abstract Art And The Spirit 1  By : Tim Seaward
    It has been a long and raging arguement that the abstract expressionists of the 50's, 60's and 70's were very busy contemplating their own navels and trying to find the "zen" in everything they did.

    I would argue that they were in fact just one very important example of the hungry sleep-drugged soul seeking a way to be heard. However, many artsists of those times, and indeed today, would flatly deny anything remotely to do with spiritual things - or worse still - religiou...
  • Abstract Art As Therapy  By : Tim Seaward
    Abstract art is not just a mixture of colourful meaningless patterns and arbitrary shapes.

    There is, I believe, a definate therapeutic value to be found in most of the enigmatic marks made by the very different styles available today. What appears to be the most important decision to make is a very careful consideration of the specific audience in conjunction with the choosing of the appropriate artwork. This is not something to be taken lightly or quickly. This can cover ...
  • Acrylic 102: Cutting of acrylic sheets  By : Savey Bakarne-5496
    Acrylic is a form of plastic that has various uses because of its chemical and physical properties. Some of the items prepared from it are hockey rink barriers, fish tanks, shatter proof glass replacements; sky lights etc. The items made from acrylic are infinite in number.
  • Acrylic Displays 103: Joining Acrylic Sheets  By : Savey Bakarne-5496
    Every form of plastic can be reformed after heating. This is the reason while plastic is being used so much these days. As other plastics acrylic can be heated. On heating acrylic becomes malleable and again solidifies on cooling. Special type of heaters is available in the market with acrylic dealers for heating of acrylic plastic.
  • All about Color Mixing  By : Vijay Kanth
    Oil paint is a wonderful multitalented medium. But with all the varieties of colors, brushes, mediums and all other tools existing, it is actually enough to make one confuse. When you learn about the variety of brushes and mediums it could be bit confusing as well, and in fact it is a major challenges to exactly depict the nature and other real life objects on canvas using color.
  • All about Oil Painting Support  By : Vijay Kanth
    An oil painting support is nothing but basic surface that oil paint could be applied to. There are a variety of surface available that an artists use to paint on. Everything from some woods, canvas, and as well metals could serve as supports for oil paint. This article would introduce you to those various supports and hopefully assist you decide that support is brilliant for your style of oil painting or oil painting reproduction.
  • American Landscapes from an Artist's Perspective  By : Renee Nemerov
    My viewpoint as an artist about my favorite American scenic places.
  • An Author's Tips for Hooking Reluctant Readers  By : Bruce Hale
    Advice from a children's author on getting reluctant kid readers excited about books. Includes a list of recommended titles and types of books for young readers.
  • An Education In The Arts  By : Linda Emerson
    For some people art is just something you put on your refrigerator doors. It is something you have to do for schoolwork, or to while your time away. In truth, there truly is something beneath the surface of art that will tantalize every student and teacher. And this is the truth behind art education.

    Q. What Is An Education In The Arts?
    A. Art Education is the means by which a student gains an understanding of form and design. An education in the arts is typically divided...
  • An Independent Film Production That Became an Excellent, Big Fat Paycheck  By : Ed Bagley
    My Big Fat Greek Wedding is simply one of the best movies ever made about close families and their traditions. The estimated $5 million budget for the film generated worldwide revenue of $368 million, making it the highest-grossing independent film of all time, and the the highest grossing movie never to have hit number one at the box office.
  • An Insight into Anime and Manga  By : Jim Moore
    This article is an insight into the art of Anime. How Anime was created and how from its origins in Japan how it has become extremely popular throughout the world.
  • An Introduction to Leonardo da Vinci and His Paintings  By : Vijay Kanth
    Leonardo da Vinci is also known as ‘Leonardo di ser Piero da Vinci’ was born on 15th April 1452 was a Tuscan polymath. He was a great mathematician, inventor, scientist, engineers, botanist, architect, anatomist, sculptor, writer, musician and a greatest painter of all times.

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