What is the most serious law you've broken doing something you thought was morally right, wouldn't hurt anyone, or was no one's business but yours? How bad would the punishment have been if you'd been caught and given the maximum sentence? I have been racking my brain and I can't think of a single time … Continue reading Question of the Week #224
A to Z Challenge – Valiant
Valiant 2005 Directed by Gary Chapman Quick synopsis... The whole world is looking for a hero, and it's up to a little pigeon named Valiant to bravely step up. Valiant and his friends take to the sky on a wing and a prayer to prove it's not your wingspan but the size of your spirit that … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Valiant
A to Z Challenge – Up
Up 2009 Directed by Pete Docter and Bob Peterson Quick synopsis... Retired balloon salesman Carl Fredricksen, part rascal and part dreamer, takes to the sky by tying thousands of balloons to his house. Unbeknownst to Carl, a young Wilderness Explorer named Russell becomes an unexpected stowaway on the journey they never expected. The first 10 … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Up
A to Z Challenge – Tangled
Tangled 2010 Directed by Nathan Greno Quick synopsis... When the kingdom's most wanted bandit is taken hostage by Rapunzel--a teen with 70 feet of golden hair who's looking to escape the tower where she's been locked away for years--the unlikely duo sets off on a hair-raising escapade. I love this movie. I know... being on this … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Tangled
A to Z Challenge – Saving Mr. Banks
Saving Mr. Banks 2013 Directed by John Lee Hancock Quick synopsis... Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson bring to life the untold story behind Walt Disney's 20-year effort to transform the beloved book "Mary Poppins" into one of the most treasured movie classics of all time. This really is an interesting movie for me. There's so … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Saving Mr. Banks
A to Z Challenge – Return to Oz
Return to Oz 1985 Directed by Walter Murch Quick synopsis... Dorothy finds that her old friends have been turned to stone and that urban blight has struck the Emerald City. Assisted by new friends, Dorothy battles the wicked Princess Mombi and the evil Nome King to save her friends and restore the beloved Emerald City. Kids, this … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Return to Oz
A to Z Challenge – Queen of Katwe
Queen of Katwe 2016 Directed by Mira Nair Quick synopsis... In the celebration of the human spirit, a Ugandan girl's life changes forever when she discovers she has an amazing talent for chess. It's 2011 in Kampala, Uganda. A girl is sitting down to play chess against an older opponent. But wait... that's not really when … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Queen of Katwe
Question of the Week #223
How would you feel if you knew that within a century, intelligent machines would be self-aware and much smarter and more creative than humans? Why? I'd feel okay with that. Because in a century, I won't be around anymore and it really won't be my problem. So when our children's children are all plugged into … Continue reading Question of the Week #223
A to Z Challenge – The Parent Trap
The Parent Trap 1961 Directed by David Swift Quick synopsis... Susan and Sharon are identical twins separated at birth. Neither knows the other exists until a simple twist of fate finds them at the same summer camp, where they switch places in hopes of getting their divorced parents back together. Yes, I do believe this … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – The Parent Trap
A to Z Challenge – Oliver & Company
Oliver & Company 1988 Directed by George Scribner Quick synopsis... Oliver, a feisty young cat, explores New York in this animated classic featuring unforgettable songs performed by Billy Joel, Huey Lewis, and Bette Midler. Joined by hilarious characters, Oliver knows he's found lifelong friends and a real home. Once upon a time in New York … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Oliver & Company
The Confusing Middle 