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Denial. . . . . . A Film

Posted on November 23, 2016 by annetbell

This is a gas chamber in Auschwitz where gas tablets were dropped through the ceiling exterminating up to 6,000 Jewish souls each day. This was the largest work camp of the Third Reich and located in Poland. The Germans built … Continue reading →

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The Arrival. . . . .a film

Posted on November 13, 2016 by annetbell

“Linguistics professor Louise Banks (Amy Adams) leads an elite team of investigators when gigantic spaceships touch down in 12 locations around the world. As nations teeter on the verge of global war, Banks and her crew must race against … Continue reading →

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The Way. . . . . A Film Review

Posted on November 4, 2016 by annetbell

“The Way” was released in 2010 but it is as relevant today as it was six years ago. The themes are life, death, family, friends, journey, and faith. Ironically, it is a contemporary story set in an ancient place. … Continue reading →

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“Snowden”. . . . . . the film

Posted on October 2, 2016 by annetbell

Disillusioned with the intelligence community, top contractor Edward Snowden (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) leaves his job at the National Security Agency. He had formally been a member of the United States military and had stellar computer skills with a formidable intellect. He … Continue reading →

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Hell or High Water. . . . a film

Posted on September 4, 2016 by annetbell

The title is an idiom for total determination. These two Texas brothers have a plan and are determined to fulfill it, Yes, they are robbing banks and in a rather a cumbersome way. This is a crime drama similar to” … Continue reading →

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Kindness of Strangers

Posted on July 16, 2016 by annetbell

“Streetcar Named Desire” is one of Tennessee Williams’ most famous plays, which won the Pulitzer Prize in 1948. It was an instant hit when it appeared on stage in 1947. Marlin Brando and Vivian Leigh lit up the screen … Continue reading →

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“Lost in Translation” Friendship in the Midst of Loneliness

Posted on May 13, 2016 by annetbell

Here are Bob and Charlotte who become unexpected friends in the midst of the faraway culture of Tokyo. Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson are a touching and unexpected couple due to their age difference, background, and life experience. They share … Continue reading →

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“Point Break”

Posted on April 9, 2016 by annetbell

Last night, we wanted to see a movie at home. David had seen the film in the 90s and thought this remake might be interesting. Oh my goodness, a film filled with extreme sports from beginning to end. It took … Continue reading →

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“Earth” . . . . film about the partition of India

Posted on February 26, 2016 by annetbell

Studying this map, it is pretty amazing to see how much progress India and to some degree Pakistan has made in the 69 years after partition. After 300 years, Britain finally left two independent nations of India and Pakistan in … Continue reading →

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“Finest Hours”. . . . . A Film

Posted on February 1, 2016 by annetbell

Disney’s new film opened last weekend. The subject is the true story of the most dramatic and successful rescue the American Coast Guard has ever made. The story is set in Chatham, Massachusetts and the conflict of the wild, fierce … Continue reading →

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