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Some First-Rate Motion Picture Reviews

By Bruce Lamb

Movie reviews follow this paragraph. In this paragraph I will give you some search terms to reach movie down load sites. You should try two or three searches, with terms like, "Movie Download Site", "Film Downloading", and "Download Films".

My Reputation: Well mounted soaper with Stanwyck excelIent as a long-restrained current widow who causes disgrace in her conservative society when she starts dating Chief Brent. Cast includes Barbara Stanwyck, George Brent, Warner Anderson, Lucile Watson, John Ridgely, Eve Arden, Jerome Cowan, Esther Dale, Scotty Beckett, and Bobby Cooper. (94 minutes, 1946)

The Face of Fu Manchu: The deaths in London continue, convincing Scotland Yards that the evil Fu Manchu is still alive in spite of people witnessing his execution. The film is set in an incredible 1920s environment, with an excellent global cast. Cast includes Christopher Lee, Nigel Green, James Robertson Law, Howard Marion-Crawford, Tsai Chin, and Walter Rilla. (96 minutes, 1965)

Reptilicus: The tail of a prehistoric beast, recently found, spawns into the whole animal. Only excellent for a few laughs as script hits every possible beast film stereotype, right to the very last shot. The picture was filmed in Denmark. Cast includes Carl Ottosen, Ann Smyrner, Mimi Heinrich, Asbjom Andersen, and Marla Behrens. (90 minutes, 1962)

Murderous Maids: A new take on the infamous 1933 murder case that rocked most of France. Christine Papin (Testud) and her younger sibling Lea, like their mommy before them, work as house maids. However, Christine's simmering resentment of her mom, her circumstance, and her administrators starts to wear on her in assorted damaging ways. Cast includes Sylvie Testud, Julie-Marie Parmentier, Isabelle Renauld, Jean-Gabriel Nordmann, and Marie Donnio. (94 minutes, 2000)

Lantana: Moving, adult tale of relations obstructed by monotony, routine, and absence of articulation. LaPaglia plays a cop, whose matrimony has stagnated, leading him to have an affair. In the mean time, he examines the disappearance of a lady whose own matrimony is in danger. The film is beautifully nuanced at every turn. Cast includes Anthony LaLaglia, Geoffrey Hurry, Barbara Hershey, Kerry Armstrong, Rachael Blake, Vince Colosimo, Daniela Farinacci, and Peter Phelps. (121 minutes, 2001)

Repo Man: Immediate cult-film in regards to a new wave delinquent who takes a job recouping automobiles. Mixes satire and science fiction with involving outcomes, albeit a little of this film goes a long way. Stanton is perfect as a repo guy who shows Estevez the business. Cast includes Emilio Estevez, Harry Dean Stanton, Vonetta McGee, Olivia Barash, Sy Richardson, Tracey Walter, Susan Bames, and Fox Harris. (92 minutes, 1984)

Big Time: This is a Tom Delay compilation. Show footage filmed at LA's Wiltem Show is combined with scenes of the chameleon like Delay as assorted and miscellaneous characters: you'll see Delay, the sleazy lounge lizard, Delay's the gravel-voiced crooner, and Delay's the genuinely astounding actor. For Tom Delays fans, this is the next best thing to noticing him live. (87 minutes, 1988)

Red Sonja: SpectacuJarly stupid sword and magic myth with lady lead, based on mush writings of Robert E. Howard (of Conana popularity). May entertain adolescent watchers, although only point of interest for grownups is choosing who gives the worse acting job, Nielsen or villainess Bergman. Cast includes Brigitte Nielsen, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sandahl Bergman, Paul Smith, Emie Reyes, Jr., Ronald Lacey, and Pat Roach. (89 minutes, 1985)

Danny Boy: Ambitious although arrogant, unrelentingly dull melodrama of sax player Rea, who trades his sax for a gun after observing a triple killing. This was Jordan's directorial debut, which he additionally did the screenplay. He and leading guy Rea later reteamed for The Weeping Game. (92 minutes, 1982)

Remember, nearly any film you can think of can be downloaded off the web these days. To find online download sites, try "Download Movie Online" or "On Line DVD Rentals" in the search engines. Add "Online Video Rental" to the list if the other searches don't work for you. - 18423

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The Viennese Waltz: A Dance History

By Melanie LaPatin

The product of a more elegant age, the Viennese Waltz was introduced in Vienna in the early 1800s and was roundly condemned in England. The Times of London had this to say about the Prince Regent's grand ball in 1816, We remarked with pain that the indecent foreign dance called the Waltz was introduced (we believe for the first time) at the English court on Friday last it is quite sufficient to cast one's eyes on the voluptuous intertwining of the limbs and close compressor on the bodies in their dance, to see that it is indeed far removed from the modest reserve which has hitherto been considered distinctive of English females. So long as this obscene display was confined to prostitutes and adulteresses, we did not think it deserving of notice; but now that it is attempted to be forced on the respectable classes of society by the civil examples of their superiors, we feel it a duty to warn every parent against exposing his daughter to so fatal a contagion.

Of course, such condemnation did not deter the upper crust from eventually indulging in the Viennese Waltz. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe wrote, Never have I moved so lightly. I was no longer a human being. To hold the most adorable creature in one's arms and fly around with her like the wind, so that everything around us fades away. When Lord Palmerston of England gave the royal stamp of approval by dancing the Viennese Waltz in public, the rest of English Society joined in " at least until 1914.

When World War I broke out, the waltz orchestras left England due to the fact that they were largely made up of Austrians. Nothing of Germanic origin was in vogue due to the war. The Viennese Waltz pretty much died out as England and Germany battled each other and the entire world joined in the fight. Austria kept it alive as a folk dance. Only the Slow Waltz variation that originated in England continued beyond the Austrian borders.

After the end of the Second World War, however, the original Viennese Waltz made a resurgence, and it remains one of the staples of ballroom dance to this day. It is a dance that requires a great deal of stamina as the dancers twirl constantly around the floor at a dizzying pace. In America, Dr. Lloyd Pappy Shaw, who revived the Square Dance in the early 1900s, wrote, In close embrace, the dancers turned continually while they revolved around the room. There were no steps forward or back, no relief, it was all a continuous whirl of pleasure for those who could take it. If youve got the stamina, the same can be said today.

The Viennese Waltz is performed in time. Although it takes a bit of practice at first, the basic steps can be fairly quickly mastered. The original difficulty comes from starting on the alternate foot at the beginning of each bar. Once a dancer becomes comfortable with this arrangement, however, the dance becomes very fluid and elegant.

The Viennese Waltz remains essentially the same today as when it was introduced two centuries ago, and some of the greatest composers have written the most beautiful music in the world to accommodate the dancers. For this reason, the dance echoes the glories and the romance of a more genteel age. - 18423

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A Basic Intro Guide To Guitars

By Wendy Racklave

There are a great number of guitars out there, that's for sure. Electric, Acoustic, bass, steel, classical and acoustic-electric just to mention a few. Then besides that there are a huge number of brand names for guitars. You have Fender, Yamaha, Gibson, BC Rich just to name a few. How does one go about deciding with all these guitars to choose from.

Your style of music that you prefer is a big factor in choosing a guitar. If you want to play primarily rock, that pretty much eliminates an acoustic. If you want to play country, then you need to decide if you'll be playing only in small areas with small crowds, or if you'll need the amplification.

Many people say that Acoustic guitars are best suited to country, jazz and that style of music. These same people will tell you that Electric guitars are best suited to rock, pop, blues and that style of music. I have personally heard both types of music played quite well on either type of guitar. However, having said that, I must say that whether you plan to play in front of a small group of people, or if you have aspirations of someday playing in front of a large crowd can affect your decision.

Choosing to play or learn bass guitar or steel guitar drastically reduces the number of guitars you have to choose from. If this is the style of guitar you want to play, then you need only be concerned with brand and model.

The acoustic-electric gives you the option of being able to play either way. Some people say you sacrifice sound quality with these guitars, but I know of a family band that produces excellent music, even has their own albums out that use acoustic-electric guitars and they sound excellent. I also personally have both an electric and an acoustic-electric. I don't notice a whole lot of difference in the sound of the two.

Another thing to consider when you're deciding on what type of guitar you want, is the artists you listen to. What type of guitar do they play? If they play, say a fender electric guitar, and you want to reproduce the sound they make, you'll have a hard time doing it on a Gibson acoustic.

Once you are ready to choose a guitar, the best way is to go to a few music shops. Remember that while these people are in business to sell you a guitar, they also want happy customers. From my experience most of the people in these stores will take the time to go over different types and styles of guitars with you, letting you try them out to see how they work for you. - 18423

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Elements You Need To Bear In Mind Before Downloading Films

By Herbert G Hicks

You know now a days it is uncomplicated and trouble-free to get the movie you want to see, precisely when you want to see it by downloading it without delay to your computer. On the other hand, you do need to reflect on a few things before you start downloading in order to safeguard yourself and your computer.

I know it is probable to find sites that will permit you to download movies for free. This is a direct breach of copyright laws and the "free" offer could end up costing you more in the long run since you are putting your computer at risk for viruses, adware, and malware and yourself at risk for legal problems.

So be sure before you download that the site you are getting the movie from is a honest and reliable site. All of the officially permitted sites have a software program that calculates the sum of royalties that they owe the copyright owner of the work. This is imperative in order not to break these laws.

You know by downloading from an illegal site you are more apt to be putting your computer at risk for viruses. Avoid the wholly free sites, as the risk is too high for potentially high-priced troubles later on.

Just make sure that you have an efficient and functional virus protection on your computer before you download anything. It is possible to get a virus from even the reputable sites, so it is critical to have a good virus protection plan in place.

Everybody knows now that copyright owners are becoming increasingly concerned about protecting their rights. In the recent past, even average people have been prosecuted for violating copyright law so keep in mind that if you download an illicit movie from the Internet you are breaking the law and you could be prosecuted. Be cautious about making sure the site you use is legitimate.

You will want to be aware of all charges and fees that are involved in the procedure. If there is any "fine print" make sure that you read it first to avoid unforeseen charges on your account. As you are taking into consideration downloading movies from the Internet, check out the various websites. Make sure that they are authorized and check out the diversity and selection before you sign up. Make sure that you get what you want. - 18423

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An Assortment Of Comprehensive Feature Film Plot Summaries

By Miranda Romero

In the past you had to go to a store if you wanted to rent or buy a movie. Now, with internet usage exploding, movie downloads are becoming very popular. Just about any movie every made can be attained through a movie download site now. Check out these samples.

Edward: Trenchant if unnecessarily vicious adaptation of the Christopher Marlowe play, written in 1592, in reference to the demise of the frankly gay British queen who denies his empress for a man lover. Regardless of 14th century setting, some characters wear modern-day clothes, and film works relatively well as a condemnation of 20th century gay-slamming. Not for all tastes, however by no means boring. Lennox, previously of the Eurythmics, appears in one scene harmonizing Cole Porter's "Every Time We Affirm Farewell. Cast includes Steven Waddington, Kevin Collins, Andrew Tieman, John Lynch, Dudley Sutton, Tilda Swinton, Nigel Terry, and Annie Lennox. (91 minutes, 1991)

Red Rock West: Dwight Yoaka Cast includes Rock-solid little thriller, stuffed with twirls, turns and anticipation, in regards to truthful, unemployed Cage, who's incorrect for a contract slaughterer employed to do in provocative, adulterous Boyle. Nothing that occurs is rational or possible; however the film is so excellent and so ludicrous that you are able to go along for the ride. Basket aficionados can taste his behavior as "Lyle, from Dallas," the smarmiest of psychos, who is the genuine hit gentleman. Cast includes Nicolas Cage, Dennis Basket, Lara Flynn Boyle, and Timothy Carhart. (98 minutes, 1993)

Across the Tracks: A compelling drama that pits two brothers, on troubled, the other the perfect son. After one brother return from reform the two brothers find themselves battling it out on the high school track team. Rick Schroder, Brad Pitt, Carrie Snodgress, and David Anthony Marshall star. (1991 Drama-Sports the director for this work was Sandy Tung)

Saw V: The Jigsaw puppet lives on. Now Mark Hoffman, a Jigsaw apprentice is carrying on the tradition after Jigsaw was killed. He has drawn Detective Strahm into a trap. Can the FBI man survive this test?

Night of the Demons: On Halloween day, wouldn't you know it some common adolescents pick the wrong acquired mortuary to reception in. Everything in reference to this amateurish film is unnecessary, containing the film itself. Excellent makeup, albeit particularly the prosthetics on Quigley. Cast includes Cathy Podewell, Alvin Alexis, William Gallo, Mimi Kinkade, Linnea Quigley, and Spear Fenton. (89 minutes, 1987)

Seven: Two detectives are in a desperate race to stop a serial killer. He is carrying out his killings, cryptically referencing one of the seven deadly sins in each killing. Things take an unexpected twist when the killer gives himself up, one sin short of completing his work. The stage is now set for the final act of the plan of this sick mastermind.

The Man in the Moon: Ingratiatingly old-styled weeper set in rural Louisiana in 1957, in reference to a l4-year-old gal in love with an older boy, who in turn favors her college-confined sister. Newcomer Witherspoon is vivid as the younger sister more early teenage lightning for controller Mulligan, who guided T Kill a Mockingbird. Pleasantly shot by Freddie Francis. Waterston has some powerful scenes as the gals' dad. Cast includes Sam Waterston, Tess Harper, Gail Strickland, Reese Witherspoon, Jason London, and Ernie Energetic. (99 minutes, 1991)

Braveheart: This is story of William Wallace, and Scotland's fight for freedom from English rule. After the death of his newlywed young bride, and at the hands of the English, William becomes the galvanizing force to push the English back out of Scotland. His victories with a small yet determined army inspire the clans to finally join forces and send King Edwards and his army home.

Nightmare on Elm Street Four: Refreshed by flaming mutt urine I, Freddy Krueger ultimately slaughters all the kids of those who initially burned him to mortality, and looks for new adolescents to terrorize, although he's protested by a "fantasy master," his metaphysical counterpart. Succession was showing its age by this point, with lavish outcomes, an object tale, and far too numerous jokes. A 1989 continuation and Television succession followed. Cast includes Renny Harlin, Robert Englund, Rodney Eastman, Danny Hassel, Andras Jones, Tuesday Horseman, Toy Newkirk, Ken Sagoes, Brooke Theiss, and Lisa Wilcox. (92 minutes, 1988)

Try a search phrase something like "Rental Movies". Try a new phrase if that one did not work. You should punch in "Movie DVD Video Rental" for another set of results. - 18423

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