All right... I've been sitting on this for over a week now. I've let these thoughts process. I've let them stew. And, first of all, it should be noted that there will be SPOILERS for Star Wars: The Last Jedi. I'm not writing this with the intention of blatantly spoiling the movie for anyone who … Continue reading Current Star Wars Thoughts
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AFI #8 – Schindler’s List
Schindler's List 1993 Directed by Steven Spielberg Netflix says... Liam Neeson stars as Oskar Schindler, a greedy German factory owner made rich by exploiting cheap Jewish labor. But as World War II unfolds, he becomes an unlikely humanitarian, spending his entire fortune to save 1,100 Jews from Auschwitz. To say this is a great film … Continue reading AFI #8 – Schindler’s List
AFI #9 – Vertigo
Hey, kids! Remember how I mentioned that I would be participating in a podcast with a friend from college? Well... I'm pretty sure I mentioned it at one point. Anyway, Chris emailed last night to let me know the podcast is up and running so head over to Everyday Exiles and check out the … Continue reading AFI #9 – Vertigo
One Magic Christmas
When I was a kid, One Magic Christmas was one of those Christmas movies that we watched all the time. Honestly, I'm not sure why that was. I don't remember ever thinking that it was such a great movie. But it's there. All over my family memories of Christmas. It could be because, at one … Continue reading One Magic Christmas
AFI #10 – The Wizard of Oz
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
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
The Confusing Middle 