Wednesday, October 31, 2012

The Wonderful World of the History Channel!

Throughout this semester it seems that every time I turn on my T.V. I am first checking the History channel. Now, I have always been interested in history in general, but until recently have not spent hardly any time watching the History Channel. If you are one that is not a fan of history you are probably bored with this post already, but give me a chance! Many of the shows on the channel are played out sort of like a movie, or more like a documentary. They show reenactments of actual historical events. My newfound entertainment leaves me pulling myself from the T.V. when it is time to go to class. It really can be that entertaining AND educational! My favorite show right now is called "The Men Who Built America." It is a series that reenacts the lives of some of the most influential men to this country. It is extremely interesting and I recommend at least given it a shot. The worst thing that can happen is that you learn something. It airs Tuesdays at 8 o'clock. If you are into something more modern there is always Pawn Stars and American Pickers. I have enjoyed many episodes of both and even took a day trip to Le Claire, Iowa to the Pickers' shop. So, if you're looking for something entertaining to watch and don't mind a little education too tune into the History Channel! If you have basic cable such as we have on campus it is channel 43. Give it a shot, you might learn something interesting AND important!

Friday, October 19, 2012

Brief Screening Report: No Country For Old Men


In the film No Country For Old Men one of the most striking scenes is Scene Four, entitled “Call it, Friend-O.” Anton Chigurh, played by Javier Bardem, walks into a little old gas station in the middle-of-nowhere-Texas. The elderly man working at the counter quickly becomes Anton’s play toy. Throughout the entire scene there is no background noise or sounds contributing to the drama, it is purely awkward and aggravated conversation between the gas station owner and Anton. The elderly man begins the conversation by asking how the weather is. Apparently that was a mistake because it led to Anton making their interaction a life and death situation. This scene is very important because the viewer gets a chance to really understand how Anton thinks. As the elderly man tries to make small talk, Anton makes the conversation a game filled with fear and aggravation. Anton’s mental instability becomes evident very quickly and causes the gas station owner to become obviously uncomfortable. Throughout the conversation Anton eats a small bag of candy. When he is finished he crunches the bag in his first forcefully and when he releases it on the counter there is a close up of it slowly unfolding from its very confined state. The most jolting part of the scene is when Anton pulls a quarter out of his pocket and flips it, covering the results with his hand. He tells the man to “Call it.” At this point the man seems very fearful and insists that he must know what is at stake before he chooses. Anton does not give in and the man chooses heads. Anton reveals the coin, which displays heads. He lets the man keep the coin, but tells him not to put it in his pocket because it’s “special.” For the viewer, this scene clearly infers that if the man had chosen tails Anton would have ended his life. It is an intense scene, which greatly displays Anton’s dangerous mental state that continues to be the source of mayhem throughout the film. 

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

The Mysterious Dark Night

One of the only movies that I can watch over and over again is "The Dark Night." I saw it in IMAX when it came out and I thought it was incredible from the very beginning. The very first thing to catch my eye was in the opening seen. Between the size of the IMAX screen and the camera angle I felt like I was going to fall right of the edge of the building. Throughout the whole movie the effects are responsible for a lot of my entertainment factor. What also draws me to this movie is the mystery behind the characters and the story. I believe that is also the reason I am a big fan of the Spiderman movies. I love that the characters can live a normal daily life, but also have the capability to transform into superheroes without  the public knowing their true identity. Last but not least, what really excites me about "The Dark Night" is the Batman's vehicles. I am kind of a car freak. Based on the examples I have given for liking the movie I get the most out of the effects and mystery of the story. Effects on their own can't keep my attention.

What keeps your attention in movies? What keeps you watching over and over again?

Monday, October 1, 2012

My Response to a Heated Article

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http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2012/09/25/seattle-seahawks-green-bay-packers-replacement-officials-bets/1591549/#
Pete Carroll in all his glory...
 
 
In the article entitle “Winning actually isn’t the only thing,” author David Maraniss contemplates the importance of winning in sports. His emotion for the article comes after seeing the infamous NFL game between the Green Bay Packers and the Seattle Seahawks. Maraniss, a Packers fan, along with countless other NFL fans were in disbelief after seeing the call made by the “Replacement Referees” at the end of the game. He expresses his anger over the call, saying he couldn’t sleep and didn’t get over it for about 12 hours. After that time he realized it was just a football game and that winning isn’t the only thing, but he did say that his anger shifted to Seahawks head coach, Pete Carroll and Seahawks quarterback, Russell Wilson.

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No one, but especially children, should consume Lunchables. Lunchables lack key nutrients vital to growing children. Not only do they lack nutrients, they are also very high in fat and sodium. The food provided in a Lunchable is also highly processed and processed foods are not good for anyone. For growing children to become healthy adults they need to have knowledge of their food and where it comes from starting at a very young age. Lunchables are an easy lesson in what to avoid.

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Lunchable are a quick, easy, and cheap way to pack a lunch for your children. Just out the Lunchable inside their lunchbox and you and your child are ready to go! Inside each Lunchable are the foods your kids love. The best part for you is the time you’ll save thinking of what to make, making it, and packing it. Lunchables are a win –win, a win for you and your child.

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