Are Visual Effects Ruining Movies?

Are visual effects ruining movies? Normally, we don’t find ourselves asking exactly how computer grafted images (CGI) contributes to a film on a level of storytelling as much as how they contribute to a film visually—even though this is essentially…

Read of the Week: ‘Sweet’ by Emmy Laybourne

Sweet by Emmy Laybourne Laurel isn’t on the Cruise to actually lose weight. That’s what her best friend’s here for, and she’s just tagging along because that’s what friends do. Only thing is, she doesn’t know what she has bargained…

Top 20 Re-Watchable Movies

[tps_header]Movies have always been a source of entertainment and comfort for us when we’re at our worst or our best. While some movies may leave you wondering what mind could concoct such rubbish, there are other movies that last a lifetime. Below, in no…

James Cameron and Jon Landau Question and Answer

On September 10th in Union Square, James Cameron and Jon Landau had a special question and answer session while promoting the 3D release of Titanic. Here it is as follows: Host:  Why 3D? James Cameron: Alright, how many eyes do…

James Cameron and Jon Landau: Question and Answer Session

Just a few hours ago, James Cameron and Jon Landau were at a Best Buy at Union Square (in New York City) promoting the 3D release of the Titanic. The duo (who have worked together in such films like Avatar,…

Top 5 Movies Made Under Outrageous Conditions

5. The Wizard of Oz It shocks people to know that The Wizard of Oz is actually a remake of hundreds of other “wizards of oz.”  It was adapted from a theater production, starring Fred Stone. Ray Bolger was set…

Top Movies Based on True Stories: Titanic

There are hundreds of movies based on true stories- some that are made direct to DVD or for TV and others that are released in theaters. The list below names the top movies (in my opinion) that are based on…