Escape to Witch Mountain 1975 Directed by John Hough Quick Synopsis... Two young extraterrestrial orphans with supernatural powers attempt to discover the truth about their mystery-shrouded past. Complications arise when they are made wards of a ruthless millionaire who wants to exploit their unusual powers. I like how the Disney+ synopsis gives away the twist … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Escape to Witch Mountain
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Question of the Week #221
Would you rather watch an Olympics that outlawed performance-enhancing drugs or one that embraced them and let athletes use medical pit crews to jack up their performances? Wasn't this a sketch on Saturday Night Live once? Maybe back in the '80s or early '90s? I have a vivid image in my mind of some kind of … Continue reading Question of the Week #221
A to Z Challenge – DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp
DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp 1990 Directed by Bob Hathcock Quick synopsis... Scrooge McDuck, everyone's favorite rich uncle, treks from his mansion home in Duckburg in search of the long-lost loot of the legendary thief Collie Baba, with nephews, Huey, Dewey, and Louie, plus niece Webigail Vanderquack at his side. A DuckTales movie? … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp
Teresa’s Challenge
Name: Lucy Setting: Train Object: Key Emotion: Anxious Lucy Michaels was 11-years-old the first time she rode on a train. Over the years, as she grew older, she would remember a confusing combination of feelings as she was led to her seat, which was right beside the social worker whom she had met only two … Continue reading Teresa’s Challenge
A to Z Challenge – Coco
Coco 2017 Directed by Lee Unkrich Quick synopsis... In Disney/Pixar's extraordinary adventure, a boy who dreams of becoming a great musician embarks on a journey to uncover the mysteries behind his ancestors' stories and traditions. Before I watched this movie, I thought for sure that Coco was the name of the kid. The kid is … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Coco
A to Z Challenge – The Black Cauldron
The Black Cauldron 1985 Directed by Ted Berman and Richard Rich Quick synopsis... When a fearsome warrior's quest for invincibility leads him to the Black Cauldron, he is challenged by the most unlikely adversary: a young assistant pig keeper named Taran. With a motley team of the Princess Eilonwy, a minstrel named Fflewddur Fflam and … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – The Black Cauldron
A to Z Challenge – Aladdin
Aladdin 1992 Directed by Ron Clements and John Musker Quick synopsis... Street-smart Aladdin and Princess Jasmine join forces to save the kingdom from the evil sorcerer Jafar. Along the way, Aladdin learns to believe in himself with help from a hilarious Genie... and three wishes that can change everything. I mean, really, is there anything … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Aladdin
Rewatching Angel – Episode 68
Welcome to Rewatching Angel, the part of the blog where I rewatch the Buffy the Vampire Slayer spin-off: Angel. Each Tuesday evening, you’re invited to join me as I attempt to rediscover what made me love these shows so many years ago. Ground State Wisconsin, 1985... A family of three are welcomed to Thorpe Academy … Continue reading Rewatching Angel – Episode 68
Rewatching Buffy – Episode 125
Welcome to Rewatching Buffy, the part of the blog where I rewatch Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Each Tuesday evening, you’re invited to join me as I attempt to rediscover what made me love this show so many years ago. Same Time, Same Place Buffy, Dawn, and Xander wait for Willow at the Sunnydale airport. But … Continue reading Rewatching Buffy – Episode 125
Question of the Week #220
If you had to be obsessed with money, sex, sports, religion, or food, which one would you choose? Do I have to choose? I'd rather not be obsessed with anything. Obsession can lead to some pretty dark places. Looking at that list, I only see negatives at the end of those obsessive roads. Obsession with … Continue reading Question of the Week #220