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reviewed Devil's Backbone. July 03, 2002
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The Devil's Backbone
THE DEVIL'S BACKBONE is a visually elegant, beautifully photographed, seamlessly written and directed tale of ghosts. As the film's narrator explains, ghosts are bad deeds that never go away, are like …
reviewed Peter Pan. May 22, 2002
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Peter Pan
PETER PAN remains one of Disney's most fondly-remembered films. Despite appearing in the same decade as Mary Martin's Broadway and television version, it is neither lessened nor ignored in comparison.Peter …
reviewed Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.... May 21, 2002
Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone
I can't think of a single movie in history that had so many preconceived visions to conquer. Not since the decision to cast Tom Cruise in Anne Rice's "Interview with the Vampire" had there been so much …
reviewed Clash of the Titans (1981 film). April 07, 2002
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Clash of the Titans
CLASH OF THE TITANS is not a film to watch if you want to learn about Greek mythology. The movie (though closer to those tales than Disney's HERCULES) is filled with a hodge-podge of all kinds of Greek …
reviewed His Dark Materials Trilogy. March 26, 2002
posted in Cafe Libri: Reviewing Books & More
His Dark Materials Trilogy
... About a month ago, desperate for something I could loose myself in, I picked up "The Golden Compass." It was in the "young - mature" or some-such section of the bookstore, and I was put off until …
reviewed The Return of the King. March 14, 2002
posted in Cafe Libri: Reviewing Books & More
The Return of the King
Pros: Will whisk you off to a wonderful fantasy world and never bring you back     Cons: Don't start reading it during finals week     The Bottom Line: Middle-earth …
reviewed The Dark Crystal. February 27, 2002
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Original Theatrical Exhibition Poster
Jim Henson was one of the greatest artists and filmmakers of the 20th century. It took awhile for his genius to be appreciated in the United States, but over a decade since his death people are finally …
reviewed The Return of the King. February 23, 2002
posted in Cafe Libri: Reviewing Books & More
The Return of the King
In this life, all good things must come to an end and so must all journeys. THE RETURN OF THE KING is the third and final part of THE LORD OF THE RINGS. This final climatic chapter in Tolkien's masterpiece …
reviewed The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship.... February 05, 2002
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The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
Pros: A sweeping epic with marvelous acting and outstanding story.      Cons: Some artistic license was taken with the story.     The Bottom Line: If you …
reviewed Krull. February 03, 2002
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Krull
... KRULL isn't a terrible movie (believe me, there are a lot of worse films out there, even in the sci-fi field... However, nor is it that good of a movie either. The premise of the film is interesting: …
reviewed The Two Towers. January 18, 2002
posted in Cafe Libri: Reviewing Books & More
The Two Towers
Pros: Will whisk you off to a wonderful fantasy world and never bring you back     Cons: Don't start reading it during finals weak     The Bottom Line: Middle-earth …
reviewed The Dark Crystal. January 16, 2002
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Original Theatrical Exhibition Poster
Pros: Beautiful from beginning to end.     Cons: Too often passed over!     The Bottom Line: A Henson masterpiece suitable for most ages from child to adult. Younger …
reviewed Monty Python and the Holy Grail. January 14, 2002
Monty Python's Holy Grail
There are been a lot of clever flims out there. Films to make you laugh, films well written, well acted, well edited, with great special effects and all star casts......but lets forget about them and …
reviewed The Last Unicorn. January 12, 2002
The Last Unicorn
Pros: Wonderful animation, good music, and a poignant and magical tale.     Cons: None, even the sad parts are appropriate to the story!     The Bottom Line: One …
reviewed The Hobbit (novel). January 10, 2002
The Hobbit- First Edition
I have an affection for the Hobbit that I don't have for the other volumes in the series, likely due to seeing the cartoon in childhood and enjoying the comic book adaption. (see paperback edition highly …
reviewed The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship.... January 07, 2002
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The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
Pros: Way, way, way too many for me to list here     Cons: No Tom Bombadil?!     The Bottom Line: A fantastic book has been made into an equally fantastic movie. …
reviewed So You Want to Be a Wizard. January 05, 2002
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So You Want to Be a Wizard
Pros: Depth, marvelous characters and a stunning adventure!     Cons: Younger readers may not be ready for this work.      The Bottom Line: Children and adults …
reviewed The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's .... December 18, 2001
posted in Cafe Libri: Reviewing Books & More
The Princess Bride
Like many people, I never knew about THE PRINCESS BRIDE book until after seeing the movie several times. Recently, I finally sat down and read the book and was amazed. Goldman is amazing! The book gives …
reviewed The Lord of the Rings (novel). December 14, 2001
posted in Cafe Libri: Reviewing Books & More
The Lord of the Rings (novel)
Pros: Will whisk you off to a wonderful fantasy world and never bring you back.     Cons: Don't start reading it during finals week.     The Bottom Line: Middle-earth …
reviewed The Mists of Avalon (2001). December 11, 2001
The Mists of Avalon (2001)
This is a great movie and an awesome story. The acting of Julianna Marguiles is absolutely wonderful. The character portrayal was magnificent and each actor delivered a great performance. The story told …
reviewed Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secre.... December 06, 2001
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE was a good book. It was filled with interesting characters, a fantastical setting, and some great dialog. However, much of the book was setting up the world in which …
reviewed Blue Bird. December 05, 2001
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Blue Bird
Pros: Well acted and well cast with beautiful settings.      Cons: It is only 83 minutes long!      The Bottom Line: A simply beautiful movie for any age viewer   …
reviewed Ruby Slippers, Golden Tears. December 03, 2001
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Ruby Slippers, Golden Tears
Pros: Lush, evocative, spellbinding tales.      Cons: Not for the squeamish or faint of heart, some works can be quite disturbing.      The Bottom …
reviewed Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.... December 03, 2001
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone
Pros: Imaginative, doesn't stray far from source material     Cons: Character portrayals seem to be a little... Well, off     The Bottom Line: It looks like magic, …
reviewed Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.... November 12, 2001
Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone
Pros: Great Cast, fun FX and a charming tale.     Cons: May be to long or scary for some children.     The Bottom Line: A modern day classic not to be missed. This …
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