Kids, we are officially into the top 10! It's been a long journey, but there's light at the end of the tunnel. For those of you who have been with me from #100 - Ben-Hur, thanks for sticking it out. And if you've enjoyed these blog posts, stay tuned. I've been asked to participate in … Continue reading AFI #10 – The Wizard of Oz
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AFI #11 – City Lights
City Lights 1931 Directed by Charlie Chaplin Netflix says... Charlie Chaplin makes the acquaintance of a blind girl who, because she can't see him, believes he is a millionaire. The Little Tramp tries to raise money for the girl to have an eye operation, knowing she'll eventually discover his true identity. I'm pretty sure I've … Continue reading AFI #11 – City Lights
AFI #12 – The Searchers
The Searchers 1956 Directed by John Ford Netflix says... After his entire family is viciously wiped out, hardened war veteran Ethan Edwards (John Wayne) embarks on a long journey to find his only surviving niece, Debbie (Natalie Wood), who has been captured by hostile Comanche Indians. Director John Ford's richly scenic Western also stars Vera … Continue reading AFI #12 – The Searchers
AFI #13 – Star Wars
Star Wars 1977 Directed by George Lucas Netflix says... Obi-Wan Kenobi (Alec Guinness) guides intrepid Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) on a valiant bid to save the captured Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher) from Darth Vader (voiced by James Earl Jones). With his trusty droids and smuggler Han Solo (Harrison Ford), Skywalker must also destroy the Galactic … Continue reading AFI #13 – Star Wars
After Seeing Justice League
I'm just gonna say it up front. I liked it. I know a lot of people won't. I've come to accept that I live in a world where the majority of moviegoers believe that the people at Marvel can do no wrong and the people at DC can do no right. And I think I've … Continue reading After Seeing Justice League
AFI #14 – Psycho
Been a while since I've done one of these. I mean, I took that long break from blogging and then I just never got back into a regular routine. But I'm so close to finishing! Also, I've recently been asked to participate in a podcast discussing the AFI Top 100 films, so it's kind of … Continue reading AFI #14 – Psycho
Miss Hannigan
Note: This post is written under the assumption that you, the reader, will have a working knowledge of the 1982 film version of Annie. If you've never seen it or are entirely unfamiliar with how that little story goes, turn back now. Go watch it. Then come back. You'll thank me later. Y'all... Why does … Continue reading Miss Hannigan
Yeah, There Was a Karate Kid 3
That blog title isn't new information. At least, I hope it's not new information. The fact that The Karate Kid, Part III exists may not necessarily be common knowledge, but it shouldn't be a surprise to anyone who has witnessed this franchise. Here's the thing... They probably should have stopped at The Karate Kid, Part … Continue reading Yeah, There Was a Karate Kid 3
No, I Didn’t Go See Fireworks Tonight
To all of my fellow Americans, happy Independence Day! If fireworks are your thing, I hope you are having a lovely evening watching all those explosions in the sky. Personally, I'm just as content sitting at home reading or watching a movie or obsessing over the Big Brother live feeds. It's not that I actively … Continue reading No, I Didn’t Go See Fireworks Tonight
AFI #15 – 2001: A Space Odyssey
2001: A Space Odyssey 1968 Directed by Stanley Kubrick Netflix says... Stanley Kubrick's sci-fi classic probes the mysteries of space and human destiny. While investigating the appearance of mysterious monoliths throughout the universe, astronauts David and Frank battle their ship's intelligent computer, HAL-9000. This is one I've made myself watch before. I'm not sure why. … Continue reading AFI #15 – 2001: A Space Odyssey
The Confusing Middle 