Chicago, 1935 The marquee lights of the Tivoli Theatre glimmered in the rainy night as Evelyn hurried inside, her heels clicking on the wet pavement. She felt a thrill run through her as she entered the sumptuous lobby, all red velvet and gleaming brass. At 25, Evelyn still got a little starry-eyed at the cinema, … Continue reading Incandescent Love
Romance
The Soloist
Aria's bow danced across the violin strings, her slender fingers flying, auburn hair cascading over the polished wood instrument cradled against her shoulder. Each note rang out pure and crystalline, filling the vaulted concert hall. Row upon row of transfixed faces gazed up at the stage, held spellbound by the haunting melody the young soloist … Continue reading The Soloist
The Carpenter’s Heart
The hammer struck true, driving the nail deep into the oak plank with a satisfying thunk. Sawdust swirled in the morning light that streamed through the workshop windows as Jed Wilson reached for another nail from his worn leather belt. At 44, his hands were strong and callused from decades spent crafting furniture that was … Continue reading The Carpenter’s Heart
Embrace
Sitting alone on the park bench, Lucy let out a heavy sigh. Christmas was supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but here she was, single again after her boyfriend dumped her just last week. Some holiday cheer this turned out to be. She looked around at the couples ice skating on … Continue reading Embrace
57 – Charade
Welcome to The Best Movies I’ve Never Seen! This is the part of the blog where I work my way through 100 films I’ve never seen that are generally considered to be great. You’re invited to watch along with me if you can find a copy or find it streaming. So grab some popcorn and let’s … Continue reading 57 – Charade
71 – Before Sunrise
Welcome to The Best Movies I’ve Never Seen! This is the part of the blog where I work my way through 100 films I’ve never seen that are generally considered to be great. You’re invited to watch along with me if you can find a copy or find it streaming. So grab some popcorn and let’s … Continue reading 71 – Before Sunrise
Question of the Week #277
When it comes to love, is intensity or permanence more important to you? Would you embark on a long and wonderful love that you knew would end in painful betrayal? Look... I'm sure I'm the last person who should be answering this question. I've never been in a position where I have loved someone and … Continue reading Question of the Week #277
95 – Before Sunset
Welcome to The Best Movies I’ve Never Seen! This is the part of the blog where I work my way through 100 films I’ve never seen that are generally considered to be great. You’re invited to watch along with me if you can find a copy or find it streaming. So grab some popcorn and let’s … Continue reading 95 – Before Sunset
96 – Portrait of a Lady on Fire
Welcome to The Best Movies I’ve Never Seen! This is the part of the blog where I work my way through 100 films I’ve never seen that are generally considered to be great. You’re invited to watch along with me if you can find a copy or find it streaming. So grab some popcorn and let’s … Continue reading 96 – Portrait of a Lady on Fire
My Favorite Movies #60 – Love Actually
Love Actually 2003 Directed by Richard Curtis Netflix says... Writer-director Richard Curtis's charming treatise on romance and relationships is an all-star ensemble comedy that tells 10 separate (but intertwining) London love stories, leading up to a spirited climax on Christmas Eve. I was tempted to not do this one today. Because it's not available to stream … Continue reading My Favorite Movies #60 – Love Actually
The Confusing Middle 