Description: One of the greatest survival stories of all time comes to life in this extraordinary true story of polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton's 1914-1916 British Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, a testament to heroism and human endurance. All 28 men survived nearly 2 years in the barren, frigid Antarctic when their ship was caught in pack ice and eventually crushed. Features stunning photography and 35mm motion picture footage.
My Promulgation: OK, there is no way you can't like this film or story. Nothing better than the survival of the human spirit in the most adverse conditions imaginable. Ok, truth be known, I'm bummed about the fact that I know that they had to kill and eat their dogs, but the didn't say much about that in this IMAX version, so it's kid friendly.
Wednesday, December 29, 2004
The Journey
Description: Sometimes, to find out what you want out of life, you have to hit the road. That's what Eric Saperston discovered when, after college graduation, he boarded a 1971 VW bus with his dog, Jack, to follow the tour schedule of the Grateful Dead. But along the way, Eric, joined by the like-minded Dave Murcott, Paige O'Brien and Kathleen Kelly, managed to convince bigwigs such as Ann Richards and Billy Crystal to meet for coffee and ruminate on life.
My Promulgation: This was a cool movie about a great idea. Hit to road and make a movie about whatever the hell you want to make a movie about. This concept is part is why my wife and I have decided to detach from the mainstream for a while and go see america.
My Promulgation: This was a cool movie about a great idea. Hit to road and make a movie about whatever the hell you want to make a movie about. This concept is part is why my wife and I have decided to detach from the mainstream for a while and go see america.
Tuesday, December 07, 2004
Hope and Glory
Description: This Oscar-nominated film set in London depicts World War II as experienced by 7-year-old Billy (Sebastian Rice Edwards). Wartime thrills the imaginative Billy, whose supportive mother (Sarah Miles) tries to keep the family strong as the bombs increase. Although Billy's sister (Sammi Davis) suffers heartbreak and the family home is wrecked, director John Boorman's dramedy manages to limelight the bemusing aspects of everyday life during wartime.
My Promulgation: This was a pretty gripping story of the effects of world war II. Again another happy movie about a wonderfully happy topic.
My Promulgation: This was a pretty gripping story of the effects of world war II. Again another happy movie about a wonderfully happy topic.
Festival Express
Description: In the summer of 1970, a chartered train crossed the length and breadth of Canada, carrying some of the world's greatest rock bands as its passengers. Festival Express documents this historical journey. Follow The Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin, The Band, Buddy Guy and others as they live (and party) together for five days, stopping in major cities along the way to play live concerts.
My Promulgation: I dig old rock and roll and even though I don't think much of Jerry Garcia's drug habit, he did make a positive influence on the world. The shots with Buddy Guy and Janice Joplin were really cool.
My Promulgation: I dig old rock and roll and even though I don't think much of Jerry Garcia's drug habit, he did make a positive influence on the world. The shots with Buddy Guy and Janice Joplin were really cool.
Monday, December 06, 2004
National Geographic: Everest: 50 Years on the Mountain
Description: Celebrate 50 years of mountaineering magic with this awe-inspiring documentary replete with sensational footage of Mount Everest. The award-winning National Geographic crew tracks the three children of mountain-climbing icons Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, the first two people ever to conquer the fabled peak.
My Promulgation: I like mountain climbing and have an imense amount of respect for the drive, determination, and devine inspiration for people who climb mountains for fun and for pay. Besides, it's a cool place that I plan to visit someday. OK, not Everest but somewhere near, perhaps.
My Promulgation: I like mountain climbing and have an imense amount of respect for the drive, determination, and devine inspiration for people who climb mountains for fun and for pay. Besides, it's a cool place that I plan to visit someday. OK, not Everest but somewhere near, perhaps.
Wednesday, December 01, 2004
The Gleaners and I
Description: Agnes Varda's no-holds-barred documentary about scavengers and recyclers is an insouciant treat from beginning to end. Inspired by Jean-François Millet's famous painting "Les Glaneuses," Varda strikes out with just a hand-held digital camera in search of the modern equivalent of Millet's grain field gleaners. She finds her quarry at dumpsters, outdoor markets and roadsides across France. A unique film with an unexpectedly obtuse perspective.
My Promulgation: OK, so here another film about how you can make do with less that really struck a cord with me. I was particularly impressed by the teacher who was able to train for a marathon, and after years, still teaches Sudanese immigrants to read and write.
My Promulgation: OK, so here another film about how you can make do with less that really struck a cord with me. I was particularly impressed by the teacher who was able to train for a marathon, and after years, still teaches Sudanese immigrants to read and write.
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