The American President 1995 Directed by Rob Reiner Quick synopsis... Widowed U.S. president Andrew Shepherd (Michael Douglas), one of the world's most powerful men, can have anything he wants -- and what he covets most is Sydney Ellen Wade (Annette Bening), a Washington lobbyist. But Shepherd's attempts at courting her spark wild rumors and decimate his … Continue reading My Favorite Movies #23 – The American President
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My Favorite Movies #24 – Parenthood
Parenthood 1989 Directed by Ron Howard Quick synopsis... Director Ron Howard teams with Steve Martin for a heartwarming comedy about life's most rewarding occupation: parenthood. Gil (Martin) and Karen Buckman (Mary Steenburgen) are facing the age-old dilemma of trying to raise their children the "right" way. But as Gil and the rest of his clan (including … Continue reading My Favorite Movies #24 – Parenthood
A to Z Challenge – Zootopia
Zootopia 2016 Directed by Byron Howard and Rich Moore Quick synopsis... In the all-animal city of Zootopia, Officer Judy Hopps, the first bunny on the police force, is determined to prove herself. That's why she jumps at the chance to crack a case, even if it means partnering with scam-artist fox Nick Wilde to solve … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Zootopia
A to Z Challenge – The Young Black Stallion
The Young Black Stallion 2003 Directed by Simon Wincer Quick synopsis... When young Neera discovers her family is about to lose everything, she devises a daring plan to save it all by risking what she loves most--a young black stallion. I've never really been into movies about horses. I've never really been into horses. I've … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – The Young Black Stallion
A to Z Challenge – WALL-E
WALL-E 2008 Directed by Andrew Stanton Quick synopsis... After hundreds of lonely years of doing what he was built for, the curious and lovable robot WALL-E discovers a new purpose in life when he meets a sleek robot named EVE. Join them and a hilarious cast of characters on a journey across the universe. Did Pixar's … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – WALL-E
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
The Confusing Middle 