Category Archives: film

“Dark Places” . . . . . a film

Posted on August 9, 2015 by annetbell

“Dark Places” was adapted for the screen from a novel of the same name written by Gillian Flynn who wrote “Gone Girl” both as a novel and adapted for the screen. She didn’t adapt “Dark Places” , though. Both are … Continue reading →

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Mission Impossible 5. . . . a film

Posted on August 3, 2015 by annetbell

Mission Impossible 5. . . . Rogue Nation is a fast paced thriller with intense actions scenes and very violent. My husband loved every minute of it! It is just what you pay your money and expect to see … Continue reading →

Posted in film, Uncategorized, USA | Tagged action film, cinema, good over evil, Mission Impossible 5, morality play, stunts, Tom Cruise | 2 Comments

A Pilgrim on a Journey to the Bridge of the Gods. . . . .”Wild” . . . . a film

Posted on August 2, 2015 by annetbell

The other night, I wanted to see a movie and chose this one from On Demand. David had no interest in seeing a chick flick. I think though it is about a woman and her journey and we all are … Continue reading →

Posted in film, Uncategorized, USA | Tagged "Wild", cinema, confession, film, hiking, Oregon, penance, redemption, taking responsibility, Washington | 14 Comments

India . . . . Pakistan. . . .”Barjangi Bhaijan” . . . . . a film

Posted on July 31, 2015 by annetbell

Sunday, Alice came over to work on her mom’s gift and then we were off to see an Indian film. It has taken India by storm as the feel good, escape fairy tale and staring Salmon Khan, the most popular … Continue reading →

Posted in film, India, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged "Barjangi Bhaijan", 26/11 attatck, Attack by Pakistan, Bollywoord, India, Pakistan, Punjab, Salmon Khan | 1 Comment

“Mr. Holmes”. . . . the film

Posted on July 28, 2015 by annetbell

” Mr. Holmes” is the 254 th film with a plot about Sherlock Homes. Is is necessary? Could it be relevant, interesting, current? Well, I would answer in the affirmative. Mr. Holmes is set in his retirement which has lasted … Continue reading →

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“Beyond” Varanasi, India. . . . . . Sadhu Documentary

Posted on July 26, 2015 by annetbell

I love when this happens on WordPress. A very talented blogger, Seta Rasa,http://sitarasa.com/ sent me this amazing video of three young photographers in Varanasi filming Sadhus. I know it is long, but for those of you who are interested, here … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture, film, India, Religions of the World, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged Ganga River, Ganges River, Hinduism, history, India, photography, Religions of the World, Sadhus, Varanasi | 6 Comments

The Second Most Exotic Marigold Hotel. . . . . the film

Posted on July 25, 2015 by annetbell

We decided to stay in last night,so I watched this film as husband did work. I had loved the first film, (see the trailer at the end of the post), and looked forward to seeing the sequel. The first half … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Architecture, film, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged "The Second Most Exotic Marigold Hotel", Amber Fort, elephants, Incredible India, India, Jai Pur, Rajasthan, Sites of Jai Pur | 9 Comments

Woman in Gold.. . . the film

Posted on July 12, 2015 by annetbell

Woman in Gold by Gustav Klimt This film is a glimpse into the Nazis of the third Reich plundering art work throughout Europe. Helen Mirren, tells the true story of one Jewish women’s battle to recover her family’s stolen art, … Continue reading →

Posted in film, Uncategorized | Tagged art, BBC, film, Gustav Klimt, Helen Mirren, Nazi plundering of European art, Nazis, Ryan Reynolds, The Kiss, Woman in Gold | 1 Comment

“See You Again”

Posted on July 10, 2015 by annetbell

This week, I have had the fun of spending time with two of the three local grandchildren. (Oldest was at volleyball camp). I took H. to yoga with me on Wednesday morning. He thought it awesome to go to … Continue reading →

Posted in film, Uncategorized, USA | Tagged "Fast and Furious" series, Charlie Puth, emotion, emotional connection, fim, loss, movies, Paul walker, Wiz Khalifa | 3 Comments

“Annie”. . . . . the Film

Posted on June 30, 2015 by annetbell

The area grandchildren and I went to see” Annie,” this morning. On Tuesdays, throughout the summer kid friendly films are run with a $1 per person admission. I had wanted to see the new version of this classic. Jamie … Continue reading →

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