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Monday, May 31, 2010

Illegal Movie Downloads Are A No No

By Benjamin Clay

It doesn't take too long to find a place offering movie downloads these days; a few clicks of the mouse is all it really takes. However, many of these sites are illegal and, though many think this fine, it is far from being so. Indeed, there are a good many reasons why it is so damaging.

Many people have real issues with the cost of going to see a movie these days and, whilst that is perfectly understandable, that is no reason to steal. And that is what illegally downloading is. People that make movies; directors, actors, crew and make-up guys are just making a living like everyone else. And these are the direct victims.

Additionally, the people responsible for setting up these sites are very often involved in a lot of other crimes. That may not seem too bad perhaps, though when you understand that these crimes include people trafficking, drug running and international terrorism; it offers food for thought.

However, things are complicated; particularly with the fact that a number of movies can be downloaded for free perfectly legitimately. However, if you are unsure, you can always check with the movies distributor. And of course, if it is a recent movie, the answer is already there.

Other than the crime, it is also highly unusual to get a perfect copy from illegal sites. Though some are watchable, the quality just isn't there be it a distortion in the sound and dialogue, a jumpy screen, flickering colors or the favorite; people moving in front of the screen. These all happen, consistently and will continue to be the case.

Technology has come on amazingly over recent years, and this is certainly the case where movies are concerned. Surround sound, high definition, three dimensional, Blu Ray, are all meant to add to viewing pleasure. You just do not get this added quality with pirated movies; let alone the extra features.

When using an illegal site too, you don't really have any guarantees as to what you are downloading. You could well be introducing a new virus to your computer at the same time. Even on sites up and running for years this happens.

Increasingly, the industry and the authorities are coming together to fight these crimes, and they are monitoring what is going on. If you have downloaded a movie in the last year, it is likely someone has traced you. They will not prosecute all, at the moment, but it will happen, and the penalties will be severe.

However, the industry also recognizes that fact that downloading movies is convenience in today's modern age, and they are supplying access to this for themselves. But there has to be charge, of course, and people need to understand that. It is getting cheaper and the benefits to watching a move as it was meant to be enjoyed cannot be understated.

Movie downloads are the future for rental and purchase of course, that much is clear, and steps are being taken to cater for this. However, illegally accessing something is a crime, and not really beneficial to anyone, except those that profit from it.

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Sunday, May 30, 2010

A Synopsis Of Saving Private Ryan With Tom Hanks

By Lance Walter

By reading into an article such as this one, I can venture a guess that you are looking to learn a good bit about the impressive film "Saving Private Ryan" and why you might care to watch it or learn more about it. The truth is, there are several different reasons that this film is so impressive, and most of them will be brought out in the upcoming paragraphs, along with a plot synopsis.

The first thing that you should know about this film is not who played who in the film, but rather who was sitting behind the camera when all of it was taking place. You see, knowing the director could tell you a lot about the film before you ever actually watch it, and the man behind this film was Steven Spielberg. This decorated director has had a hand in so many powerful and visually striking stories, that it is not surprising to learn that he was behind this film as well.

One of the most gripping portions of the film rests within the entirety of the first thirty minutes. This features a true to life re-enactment of the storming of the beaches in Normandy on D-Day. You are not given any chances to catch your breath as you receive a very realistic perspective on the hell of war. So for nearly half of an hour, you are another soldier participating in securing the beaches for the Allies.

After this intense opening, you are introduced to the company that will serve as the main characters of the film. The leader of this group is Captain John H. Miller. A short time later, Miller receives his orders for himself and his men. They are to be the search and rescue team to find a paratrooper named Private James Ryan.

The reason they are trying to find Private Ryan is because his other three brothers in the Army had all been killed in action and the Army felt that he deserved to go home to his family. Needless to say, the company is divided on whether or not this is actually worth all the trouble to find Ryan, let alone watch him get a ticket home.

You get to know each and every one of the men in the company through various conversations that they have about their lives before the war, and their plans for when the war is finally over. When they reach Ryan and deliver the news, he still insists he remains at his post long enough to hold a key bridge in Allied control. He refuses to leave the company that he is with until he knows this key bridge is secure and not able to be used by the Germans.

This is a story that heavily reflects on the tragedy of war, the necessity of war, and the value of human life in the face of many different circumstances. This could likely be among the best war movies of all time, if not just included in some of the best movies of all time in general. Powerful performances by Tom Hanks (Captain Miller), Tom Sizemore (Sgt. Mike Horvath), and Matt Damon (Private Ryan) amongst so many others have helped to make this movie as impressive as it was.

So, when you are considering "Saving Private Ryan" there is a good bit to think about and understand. This article was meant to give you an introduction to the film and encourage you to see this 1998 classic if you haven't already. This might make you thankful for the life you have, and respectful of the commitment some made to ensure that you had that life the way that you do.

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Saturday, May 29, 2010

A Review Of The Highly Acclaimed Thriller Se7en

By Herman Knowles

If you are taking a look at this particular piece, you are likely hoping to learn a little bit about the impressive movie "Se7en." Sure enough, there are many different things that you likely should know about this movie, and most of these will be addressed in the upcoming paragraphs.

You are going to be fairly warned in advance, though. This article will likely contain some spoilers to the plot of this film. In order to adequately do the film any justice in discussing it, such spoilers are going to be necessary. So if you have not seen this film, the movie and its plot will be discussed in full in the later paragraphs of this article.

The film begins with a brief introduction to two of the main characters through the film, Detective William Somerset and Detective David Mills. The two have been partnered together and it isn't long before they are both on the case investigating two very unique murders unlike anything either of them had ever seen before.

One of these murders involves a severely obese man who appears to have been force fed to death. Fed so much in fact, that his stomach has burst open entirely which kills him. The other, involves a greedy lawyer. The interesting additions to these scenes would be the words "GLUTTONY" and "GREED" at the respective crime locations of the obese man and the corrupt lawyer.

Through a little bit of consideration, the two detectives determine that these crimes are relative to the seven deadly sins that are derived from Biblical texts. So, they are certain that they are dealing with murder, they are also certain that unless they stop it, they will be seeing at least five more. And they are less than mild on the eyes, so be fair warned.

To make matters even more obscure, the culprit, John Doe, reveals himself (even turning himself in). He offers to show the detectives Mills and Somerset to the location of the last two victims that had yet to be discovered. They are willing to play along when he agrees to give a full confession that would surely put him away. The last two victims are the last that you might have expected though.

There are powerful performances by Brad Pitt (Detective Mills) and Kevin Spacey (John Doe). Even as impressive as these performances are, they are equally as impacting as the supporting roles from Morgan Freeman (Detective Somerset) and Gwenyth Paltrow as the wife of Detective Mills, Tracy. This all star ensemble brought this chilling piece to the screen unlike anyone else could have. It was as horrific as it was an instant classic and a must-see.

This movie could have possibly been one of the best movies to be released in the 90s and has skyrocketed to become one of the most acclaimed crime dramas of all time. So if you have not seen Se7en, than you should. Be advised, though, this movie is not for the faint of heart and certainly not for children.

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Friday, May 28, 2010

Make Your Party A Hit- Hire Live Music!

By Jodie Taylor

You fret over table settings and worry about your party menu but, ultimately what makes a party so special is atmosphere that you are able to create. You want people to be at ease, interact and have interesting conversations and most of all, have a whole lot of fun. This can be best achieved with a killer live band. It gets people mingling; taking about the music, reminiscing and generally it creates an ambiance of laid back fun. So definitely, hire live music.

Nothing makes people sit up and take notice like the energy of live music. It even gets them off their chairs and on their feet, bogeying the night away. The electrifying appeal of a live band cannot be recreated in a record or by a DJ spinning his tunes because, besides the music there is also the visual and engaging aspect of a live performance.

The performance put on by a group of showmen can also engage the audience and get them involved in the show. From playing song requests to getting people up on stage for some impromptu karaoke, a live band can certainly work a room like no other.

Parties are filled with different types of people; different ages, different backgrounds and most definitely different tastes in music. As far as possible, you want your evenings entertainment to please everyone, the young and old alike, country music fans to metal heads. A professional live band would have the depth and versatility to please the various different pockets. An eighties classic can be followed up with something more pop, to cater to the variety of tastes.

Live music can go a long way in setting the mood for the party, it can best bring across the theme and atmosphere you want to create. At an anniversary for instance, the mood of love and memories is best felt with a singer serenading the happy couple as they take to the dance floor.

Furthermore, finding a good band is not the daunting task that most people presume it to be. Holding auditions can be a fun filled riot in and of itself, with the right company of good humored friends of course. Alternatively on a night out in the town, you and your friends could scour local bars and cafes which have open mike nights or a resident band in your search for the perfect entertainment for your party.

Costs are definitely a deterrent when it comes to hiring musicians, after all with a DJ; you just have to pay one person. However, if you look in the right places and are open to finding some fresh talent instead of seasoned professionals, you might just be able to get a great band under your budget. There are tons of young musicians who would be eager and willing to play any gig they can get, so if they pass your audition and meet your requirements, then why not.

Live music is definitely the way to go. Pick the right band and your memorable party is going to be cost effective to boot. So if you want to dance the night away with your guests, then start holding auditions today.

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Thursday, May 27, 2010

Robin Hood - A Movie To Watch Out For

By Prayaag Thaakur

Robin Longstride (Russell Crowe), is a common archer in the army of King Richard. Lionheart (Danny Huston) during his 10-year crusade to the Holy Land finds his army badly demoralized, Richard is headed back home; sacking every French castle they cross to fund their retreat.

After Lionheart is killed in battle, Robin and his merry men decide that 10 years is more than enough service to the crown, and ditches the army for home. On their way back to Jolly old England, they run across a French ambush led by the duplicitous Englishman Godfrey (Mark Strong), and the badly injured Sir Robert Loxley.

In a moment of weakness, Robin agrees to take the dying Knight's sword home to his father. Prince John (Oscar Isaac), the next in line to the throne, greets news of his brother

Richard's death with less than Princely jubilation. Immediately, John assigns Godfrey, unaware of the man's treachery, to begin collecting owed taxes by any means necessary.

Godfrey does this by bringing over French raiders to sack English towns, quickly turning the country's Lords against their new King. Meanwhile, Robin arrives in Nottingham, where he delivers the sad news to Sir Walter Loxley (Max von Sydow) and Robert's beautiful and suffering wife, Marion (Cate Blanchett), who only knew her husband for one week before he went off to the Crusade.

Here, the kindly Lord makes Robin a deal he can't refuse: pretend to be the dead Robert, so that Marion will retain their possessions once Walter passes. Thanks to a combination of chivalry, Marion's soulful glances, and the ability to open the door when opportunity presents itself, Robin agrees.

Robin falls in love with the Lady Marion, who slowly but surely comes to accept him as a replacement husband. Marion Loxley was originally supposed to be played by the much younger sienna miller but its director Ridley Scott's good luck (as well as the audience's) that Miller, for whatever reason, was replaced by Cate Blanchett.

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Wednesday, May 26, 2010

How To Make Music Video

By Michael G Selic

If you like making videos and you think maybe you're ready to take it to the next level, music videos can be a fun way to do it. Video production will help you hone your craft by making a bunch of three minute movies, and you can get your name out there as an artist and maybe even make a little money on the side. You also get to play with more abstract ideas than usually work in a feature film.

So, if you've been playing around with your camera for awhile and you think you're ready to start making some music videos, keep this in mind...

Do Some For Free

Make some musician friends either online or in the local area and offer to do music videos for them for free, even if you're not a particularly huge fan of their music (though you should certainly seek out musicians you're actually a fan of). If you only make, say, about a dozen videos for about a dozen different bands, all you need is for one of them to get the big record contract to lead you to some paid gigs.

Look At Freelancing Sites

A lot of bands just go on those freelancing websites where people bid on projects and offer a little money for whoever can produce their video. This can be a great opportunity to get your work out there and have some fun.

Know The Music!

Be a big music fan, enjoy everything. You'll get a lot of work for songs that aren't really your thing, so you need to be able to hear something in it you can appreciate. The music you already like, learn to hear it in a way that nobody else hears it. Look at Sabotage. It's a fast paced hip hop and rock and roll song, so who but Spike Jonez would recognize that it'd be a perfect fit for the seventies cop show theme?

Practice, Practice, Practice

No artist gets paid for their first job. Even the local band working the cafes and bars for tips, they've been practicing, so you should be, too. You're not going to get any work doing videos until you've already gotten your practice movies out of the way. Look, every artist has a dozen crummy projects in them. Do those now, throw them away, and THEN start talking to local bands about doing videos for them.

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Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Download Knight And Day Movie Online For Free And Create Your Own Home Theater

By Georgia Standing

Just a few short years ago, a night at the movies was a big event for most of us, the Internet has changed all that though. Buying a ticket for the latest movie release used to be just about the only way you could get to see big budget movies. Right now the capacity to Watch Knight And Day Movie Online for Free has literally transformed what we believe with regards to watching movies.

Go back 20 or 30 years ago and a home entertainment centers consisted of a large console television that was mostly decoration. The TV may have taken up half the living room, but the actual viewing area was hardly more than what most of our computer monitors are these day. That was hardly the way to watch a movie.

New movies were always released on a Friday, and the only way to see them close to the release date was to stand in line at the movie theater. If you missed the movie when it was released, you would have to wait an age before it was released on video. The time from cinema release to release on video, took much longer than the few months it takes nowadays. If you missed the movie first time round, chances were you would never get to see it.

The drive-in was actually a special treat back in the day. It was even better if you were lucky enough to have a father who owned a station wagon. It was a common site to see families stretched out all over the car as though they were spending the day at the beach. Mom and dad would sit up on the hood of the car and kids would be spread out on a blanket on the roof to watch the show.

Whereas our whole family would enjoy an evening at the movies, it is quite uncommon for that to happen nowadays. There really is no need, as home systems can have many of the same features that a movie theater has. We have bigger televisions that are actually all screen and offer much of the same viewing pleasure as the big screen at the theater did.

Hardly anybody even knew what a surround sound system was when we were kids - even fewer homes actually owned a system. Today, this is almost an afterthought when buying a new television. It is almost assumed that with the purchase of a 50" HD plasma TV comes the purchase of a new surround system to get the most out of the features of the new television.

Of course, there is also the Internet to consider. While earlier years offered only the cinema to see a new movie, we can now get movies online in a flash and watch them on our computer if we want to. The entire process of watching a good movie has gone from an event to the most convenient method that we can find. Technology has truly changed this entire experience.

You won't ever have to make a date to go and see a movie again, any movie you want is available right from you computer. The right home entertainment system makes it possible for us to Watch Knight And Day Movie Online Free, burn it to disk and watch it on our own TV for far less than the cost of heading out to the movies. Movies no longer have to be a special weekend treat.

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Monday, May 24, 2010

A Synopsis Of The Classic Hit Movie Mr Smith Goes To Washington

By Sheena Whitaker

Mr Smith Goes To Washington was thought to be a very controversial film for its time. It starred James Stewart, who played the main character Jefferson Smith. Jefferson was a simple man and a bit of a local hero known for his honesty. And after a series of events, he becomes a United States Senator, feeling much like a fish out of water.

Jefferson has no idea what he is in store for. When he takes a tour of Washington D. C., he is in awe of its history and significance in American culture. He quickly appears more provincial than his fellow Senators. Many don't even know why he's there. Others know he is only there because of his simple ways. But poor Jefferson is completely in the dark as to the true intentions of those that placed him there. He is just proud to have the opportunity to serve his country and be a part of the American political system.

Jefferson's Governor selected him for Senate because he thought his simple, wide eyed, average Joe ways would make him the perfect stooge for his corrupt boss in the Senate. They needed someone that would not cause them any problems and would do exactly what they said. They agreed Jefferson would be the right fit for the job. He was well known in his small community for being an honest man and this is exactly the image they needed to hide their wicked schemes behind.

Almost everyone around Jefferson was in on the plan. They all knew exactly why he was there. Others resented such a simple man that seem to bumble his way through speeches, being there. Jefferson also felt out of place but he had no idea how he was being used. Their plan seemed to be working until Jefferson realized he was a pawn in their corrupt game of politics. Then he became a problem that none of them saw coming.

When Jefferson finds out about the corruption taking place within the Senate he immediately takes a stand and fights to restore the integrity of Senate. He is able to defeat his enemies in the Senate that were scheming against him. They took him for a small town simpleton and had no idea of the tenacity he possessed to fight against them. He devises a plan to be heard that ultimately brings down his corrupt adversaries.

He starts a filibuster on the State floor and exposes the American public to the illegal dealings within the Senate. This leads to the termination of the guilty parties. He is then applauded as a great American hero; proving that the American people still value virtue and honesty within their government.

This film received mixed reviews from its critics. On one hand it was applauded for its effort to expose corruption within American politics. But on the other, it was criticized for showing the Senate in a bad light. Many notable dignitaries tried to have the film banned because they felt it portrayed the Unites States government as a ban of thieves. Many other were concerned about the effect the film would have on other countries and how they would view America.

Mr Smith Goes to Washington is definitely an American film classic. The theme explores the idea that it only takes one person to stand up for justice. Integrity and honesty are still values Americans hold true and dear to the operation of their government. And Jefferson proved to be that hero people needed to look up to.

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Sunday, May 23, 2010

Shrek's Fourth And Final Chapter - Shrek Forever After

By Kimberly Thomas

This summer we're promised "the final chapter" in Shrek Forever After and while Part 4 is certainly an improvement over its predecessor. Well, I guess I should stop expecting these sequels to recapture the magic of the original Shrek. The filmmakers certainly don't seem to think it's a priority.

For some bizarre reason, the Shrek Forever After screenwriters thought that the best way to end this monumentally popular series would be to deliver ... the It's a Wonderful Life concept. Employed countless times in sitcoms and cartoons, this is the pitch in which our main character says something to the effect of "Oh, I wish I was never born!" and poof! we're off to see how Shrek's world would look if he'd never met up with Donkey, Fiona, Puss in Boots, Gingy, Pinocchio, and all the other freaky fairy tale characters.

So instead of one final adventure with all these colorful characters, we're offered an "alternate reality" Shrek who must reacquaint himself with all his old pals. Weird!

There's no denying that the animation is truly lovely -- if certainly nothing revolutionary at this point in the CG game -- and that the actors seem to be having a good time playing their old characters, plus the intention of a warm-hearted "message" is always worthy of note -- but unfortunately Shrek Forever After plays more to the little kids than to anyone else.

Oh sure, our plot sees Shrek pretty much fed up with his role as domesticated daddy ogre, and it raises some familiar points for any young parents in the audience -- but we all know from frame one where the movie is going: The painfully old-hat "just be grateful for what you have" lesson.

As is often the case, Shrek's supporting characters get all the best material. Mike Myers does manage to bring a gruffly lovable attitude to Shrek, but it's nothing that actor hasn't done in the previous chapters. Cameron Diaz's Fiona gets to play an ogre warrior with a real angry streak, but the "girl power!" approach is quickly muted by a hastily-presented subplot that revolves around a tribe of oppressed ogres who must fight back against the evil Rumplestiltskin.

Much of the film feels like a Shrek checklist, truth be told: silly puns and fairy-tale-style visual gags? Check. Whining donkey and frustrated ogre? Check. Pop culture references, broad puns and silly jokes about bodily functions, and lots and lots of familiar rock songs? Check, check, and check -- although I do give Shrek 4 huge points for an amusing dance sequence set to. the Beastie Boys, of all bands. Plus Eddie Murphy (as Donkey) does deliver one of the franchise's funniest lines during an argument with the Gingerbread Man -- which I certainly won't spoil here. Isolated moments shine, like an early montage in which Shrek gets fed up with life and a later sequence set to The Carpenters -- which is really quite funny.

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Saturday, May 22, 2010

How Illegal Movie Downloads Might Affect Your Computer

By Maude Powers

With so many file sharing programs available today, illegal movie downloads have become a big problem. If you think this isn't your problem then you should be aware that this trend could cost you a lot of money even if you are not guilty of this. If you do have any part in this then you could face huge fines. People need to be aware that this is against the law.

If you have a file sharing program on your computer then you could be part of the problem without even knowing it. If you have this program then people may be able to download any file, including movies, without your permission. If you have such a program on your PC then you should strictly limit what people can download from you.

Besides contributing to a hike in legal movie prices, you could be charged and fined for pirating movies. This could literally cost you thousands of dollars in order for you to save a few dollars now by getting the movies for free. If you think you can be caught then think again. Your home address can be traced through your computer by the authorities.

The quality of the movies you get may also be very poor. Sometimes you may only get part of the movie or the sound will be off. You also have to be careful about what language the movie is downloaded in. This is even if you get the right movie at all. Some of these movies also have viruses attached to them that could harm your computer and wipe out other files.

To get great picture and sound quality from your computer you can download movies from one of many completely legal sites. These have no wait times and you can usually watch them in a few minutes time. Many companies are starting to offer movies online and they have any tools you will need on their site. These are often backed by studios so you can be sure they are completely safe.

They also have satellite television service for your computer. You can pay a onetime fee for unlimited movies and television programs from all over the world. You can access this twenty four hours a day seven days a week. The onetime fee is usually reasonable and you get access to all of the movies you want to watch without even having to download them.

Is it really worth it to get a few free movies? With all of the possible consequences why not just go with a legal site in the first place. Copyright laws protect the people who make these movies. Imagine if everyone simply waited until one single person bought the movie and then downloaded it. Eventually they would no longer be able to afford to make these movies.

Stopping illegal movie downloads begins with you. It takes everyone to not download these movies and tell the people out there that we don't want them. Say no to download illegal movies and maybe others will as well. Spread the word and do your part today to ensure we have the movies we love tomorrow. This isn't just people making copies and selling them, it is every person who watches them as well.

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Friday, May 21, 2010

Use A Movie Download Rental Service So You Can Avoid Late Fees

By Edwin Greene

Technology has made huge leaps in recent years. It wasn't so long ago that movie video rental stores first opened their doors. Typically, these shops were local franchises that offered a small selection of popular films for at home viewing. Before we knew it, large corporations were opening movie rental superstores in every city in every nation. Now a new wave of movie rentals has come along and swept our shores. Now you can rent DVDs online.

When you download movies online, you can end up with a plethora of unexpected problems. Movies freeze in the middle of downloads sometimes. You can end up with incomplete files and corrupt files. It's hard to know where you can legally download movies, too. If you're not careful, you could be breaking infringement laws.

Luckily, movies are going from the big screen to the home theater system in much shorter time than before, too. Typically from the time a blockbuster film is released in theaters, within three or four months, the movie is available for home consumption. Online movie downloads have become very popular but it's difficult to judge where it's safe to download your favorite films. Many sites are free but they have pirated copies of downloaded movie files that could end themselves and all viewers who download the files in a heap of trouble.

The numbers at the box office have really suffered over the past eighteen months to two years. Downward trends in all entertainment industries are led by the drop in movie ticket sales. People have to get creative when it comes to fun. One obviously reasonable exchange for the high price of going to see films in theaters is to rent DVD movies for home viewing.

When you purchase the services of these movie rental companies, you can select all of your favorite movies online. It's a quick and easy process that you can manage anywhere you have an internet connection. Many companies are also offering movies for instant viewing online with membership to their rental program.

When you subscribe to an online movie rental membership, you can rest assured that any files you download are completely legal. It's good to know that you are watching movies that have been cleared directly by the production studio before you view them.

You won't even have to worry about paying shipping fees when you use online video rental services. You will get your movies in a pre paid return postage envelope. It couldn't be easier to get the best movies than with an online video rental program. Watch movies online and download movies legally through your service. You can even buy movies and have them sent through the mail with your online membership.

When you rent DVDs online, you're saving yourself time and money while continuing to enjoy popular films in the comfort of your home. You can save money on your entertainment budget and keep everyone happy at the same time. Use your membership to rent movies online, download movie files and watch movies instantly online. There's something for everyone when you rent DVDs online.

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Thursday, May 20, 2010

You Will Always Be Able Get Movies On The Internet, 24/7

By Veronica Macdonald

One of the best developments out there in my opinion are those movie download services. It's a great way that you can watch many choices of movies online. It's not often that you can catch up on a series that you haven't seen for a while either. But with movie download services you can.

Of course you have to be an avid watcher of movies. But even you don't constantly watch movie downloads, you can still watch TV shows. Yes they have many options of choices in any genre. You love British humor? Check out the selection you can find on many movie download services.

With movie downloads many times you will not need to download software to watch these movies online. Most newer computers come set up with all those options already built in. But even if a software is needed you are still saving a lot of money.

These movie download services even have programs offered in HD. And if you've never had the joy of seeing a program in HD, you should really take the chance and watch one. Of course you will need a monitor that will allow you to watch HD programming.

Or you can always have a TV that is HD ready and hook up the computer to that TV. An excellent way to have a fabulous home theater setup, and not at all expensive to do either. With movie rentals also being available you can request those movies that aren't available for download and get them at home.

With movie download services if you choose a movie that is horrible, you don't feel like you've wasted a lot of money either. All you do is stop the movie and delete it, moving on to yet another choice.

That's right you're not limited to just a bunch of older movies, but new movies too. Good movies that you can watch online. It's a great option to use when you're not sure about buying a new movie that came out too.

So how do you download movies? First you need to compare these movie download services and pick one or more if you want. Get one that offers the type of movies you want to watch. One that will give you the chance for a subscription too.

You've all done it before rushed out to buy a movie gotten it home, and hated it. But you can't return those to the store. That's why movie rentals or watching movies online is so nice. It will save you money by far in the long run. And if you find a movie you love you can buy it online too.

How about those movies you haven't seen in a while? They are also available for watching online in many cases. Just make sure that you compare those movie download services. You can always find one that might offer you a free trial.

Really it's amazing what types of movies you can find, and TV shows. We recently added in "Leave it to Beaver". Heck I remember seeing those reruns when I was younger. It brings back a lot of memories, and these shows are still a great teacher to the youth of today. Yes the world may have gotten more advanced, and movie downloads are just one way.

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Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Movie Download Sites Are By Far One Of The Best Things On The Web

By Rita Pickett

If you love movie downloads and you enjoy the convenience of the internet you are probably one of the many who have accidentally stumbled upon free movie downloads. It's important to realize, well before hitting the download button, that these sites are generally not a good idea.

You don't want to be caught with the violated copyrights of a free download, as this federal offense now carries a much higher penalty than it did just ten years ago. Many sites that offer free movies are not as copasetic as one would hope. It's simply better for you and the movie industry for you to find a site that works well within the confines of the law.

It's ridiculously cheap to join a movie download subscription service. Unlike the movie rental store, a few dollars will get you access to a host of movies that span more than 20 years or even 50 years.

Moreover, because the intention is obvious you can be more assured that you are not flirting with internet danger. The federal violation of copyright laws will give you more headaches than you can imagine, but the movie download subscription sites are straightforward and legal.

This can add up to quite a bit of money for the average movie watcher. If you are an avid movie watcher, the price of brick and mortar movie stores becomes exorbitant.

There are other advantages to joining the movie subscription service. Most sites offer additional content such as music or video games. Being able to have complete access to all of the inventory is not only highly cost effective but it is also a lot more fun.

Not everyone likes to watch movies online. Fortunately with today's technology, you can use a movie download service and watch the movies on your television. All you need is a simple device that allows you to intermingle your PC and your television. For less than $20 you can watch your downloaded movies on your television.

Movie downloads allow you to keep the flick of your choice. Legal movie downloads bring you the best in entertainment but don't strap you down to viewing times or rental terms. You just download and watch. As often as you'd like.

Access is the key to joining the right legal movie download subscription service. Check what type of access you receive. You really shouldn't expect to pay more than $10 for movie access.

These services allow you to access movies that have been out for over 20 years as well as the newest releases. No more disappointment when you're looking for that one great flick.

Whether you are waiting for a flight or you have been stuck waiting at the doctor's office, you have to admit that life is just a lot more fun when it is accompanied by a legal movie download.

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Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Dead Or Alive Trilogy Is Definitely Worth Watching

By Arline Vincent

We're not talking about the Hollywood movies based on the video games, but the Dead or Alive trilogy by Japanese madman director Takashi Miike. These are three must see movie downloads if you're in the mood for something strange.

The first film in the trilogy, Dead or Alive, was conceived simply to get two of Japan's biggest cult legends together, Sho Aikawa and Riki Takeuchi. These two are sort of the Japanese cult film answer to DeNiro and Pacino, so Dead or Alive is sort of the Japanese cult answer to Heat. It was also focused on solving one of the primary problems with that movie: The anti-climactic ending.

We won't spoil the ending of Dead or Alive, but let's just say that it's certainly not an anti-climax. The entire movie is a thrill ride, starting with a rock video style montage that gets you into the movie's world fast, and culminating in an ending that you will not believe.

Dead or Alive 2 is one of those rare sequels that blows the original away, even though the original was already pretty good. Aikawa and Takeuchi are recast as two entirely different characters, that parallel their original roles in some interesting ways. Where the first is about a cop and a gangster out to get each other, this one focuses on two childhood friends who have grown up to become hitmen who donate all of their earnings to buying medicine for children in third world countries. This movie is all heart.

This one is much more positive, much more life affirming, and surprisingly sweet and sentimental, whereas the first was relatively dark and negative in comparison. It's interesting having these two movies, that are so different from each other, and yet have so much in common.

The third film, Dead or Alive Final, goes in the science fiction direction, more specifically, cyberpunk, with replicants and evil dystopian governments. While it might not be the most exciting of the trilogy, it's worth seeing so you can check out how it ties the whole thing together in such a strange way.

Check out Deadly Outlaw Rekka if you want more Miike. It has the same sort of over the top, insane attitude towards the story, and recasts Riki Takeuchi in the title role, as he seeks to avenge the death of his surrogate father. What really makes that movie work is the style. The story is standard revenge stuff, but it's all set to an alternative rock album from the seventies by the Traveling Sunflower Band, and the action is all out stuff. Takeuchi also turns in an interesting performance as the unstable and unpredictable Rekka.

The trailer for the first movie in the trilogy proudly declares that Miike is the mad dog of Japanese film, and it's true, that's not just hyperbole. The guy makes something like four or five movies a year, and has created over one hundred total over the course of his career. Not all of them are of the same quality, but for just one in ten movies to be great, that's ten great films, which is more than most directors ever get a chance to put out.

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Monday, May 17, 2010

The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly Reviewed

By Silvia Johnson

When it comes to watching movies these days using a good movie download service is the way to go. You can find all the great movies like the one we will review today, The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly. The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly is a Western classic everyone should see.

The movie is based on three Western characters, as the title says, the good "Blondie", the bad "Angel Eyes" and the ugly "Tuco". These are played by Clint Eastwood, Lee Van Cleef and Eli Wallach, three outstanding actors, and perfect for this movie.

The Western is set during the Civil War and our characters are constantly finding the events of the war all around them. At one point Angel Eyes is a Yankee commander of a prison camp where Blondie and Tuco have been captured as Confederate soldiers.

Blondie and Tuco, a Mexican bandit, have been working together as bounty hunter and wanted man. Blondie turns in Tuco for the reward out for his head, and then when the town plans to hang him, Blondie saves Tuco by shooting down the rope hanging around his neck right before the hang him. They escape and are off to the next town to collect on the higher price for Tuco's head.

Our other main character, Angel Eyes is also a bounty hunter, but not so kind. He kills for money, and truly has a cold heart. The three become opponents when a stash of stolen gold gets in all of their sights.

The three characters all learn about a stash of stolen gold with Blondie and Tuco each knowing a part of where the cache of money is. Angel Eyes knows that they know where the money is. They all want to get rich.

All three men want the gold. Tuco knows half of the location of the gold, Blondie the other half, Angel Eyes is tracking them down. This comes to a head with all three men close to the gold and in a three way gunfight that is a classic movie moment. If you have never seen this Western classic, you need to see it soon.

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Sunday, May 16, 2010

Can You Really Get Unlimited Movie Downloads That Are Good?

By Ryan Peterson

I am sure that no one would dispute the fact that a lot of people love to watch movies. It is one of the worlds most favorite past times, and people are willing to pay money on a regular basis to enjoy all of the newest films that come out on cinema and DVD. All this can be a costly affair, and therefore people will not always see all of the films that they might want. It is also something that is time consuming and for busy people. It is simply not viable to take time out to do all of this very often. However, with the use of the internet we are now able to do unlimited movie downloads that will allow us to watch films whenever and wherever we want. So what are the main advantages of this?

Well first of all you have the benefit of convenience. Instead of needing to head into town to get the DVD of your choice you will simply be able to watch movies after a simple download and a few clicks of the mouse. You will not have to leave your home or go anywhere. You will be able to enjoy your movies from wherever you happen to be.

The second advantage to consider is the price. As I said, when you go out and actually buy a DVD you are going to have to shell out a few bucks, even for older films and for the newer releases you are going to need to be spending quite a bit. If you are a bit of a film fan and are regularly buying the latest releases, this is something that can really add up.

There is also no need to worry about the quality of the picture and sound as well because it will be of a high quality. Legal movie downloads can even be in HD.

A third benefit that you will see is that downloading these films is both safe and secure as well as being legal. It is important to remember that there are lots of illegal websites where downloading any sort of film will be both against the law and potentially dangerous for your computer. When you download these you may well be opening your computer up to harmful spyware and adware.

In order to find the right sites you need to put in the necessary research. This will allow you to get rid of the weeds and leave the flowers.

At the end of the day these sites have full permission from the production companies who make the films, and therefore you can feel completely sure that what you are doing is absolutely legal and safe for your computer. The trick to avoiding any of the illegal sites is to make sure that you do all of the necessary research in order to sort out the good from the bad sites.

These are only a few reasons why people are downloading movies from the internet. Movie downloading is less expensive, fast and very convenient.

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Saturday, May 15, 2010

Things To Consider When Subscribing For A Movie Download Service

By Corey Sharp

Did you know that there's a new and popular way of getting movies these days? It's through purchasing movie downloads. And it's definitely more convenient that going to the cinema, renting or buying a DVD. If you wish to try this, you need to subscribe to a website offering such. However, you might want to read the following first.

Different download sites have different payment terms. But there are also sites that offer multiple payment terms. What you pick should depend on how much movies you can actually afford to watch. For example, you don't want to go with a fixed monthly rate when you can enjoy movie watching only once a week.

There are sites wherein you pay for flat monthly or yearly rates. You need not pay for anything each time you download a flick. Although the number of times you can do so is limited. On the other hand, there are sites wherein you only pay each time you download a title. You should carefully weigh the pros and cons of each payment mode before deciding on one.

You might also want to check a site's selection of titles. The number of movies a site has depends on how many film studios it has an agreement with. Lucky you if the site you're eyeing is in agreement with several different major studios. It means that you have plenty of mainstream titles to choose from and enjoy.

To ensure that your downloads will not strain your eyes, check the quality of available movies. There are a couple of ways to do that. First, note the size of the screen resolution. This is usually done in pixels. Some common examples are: 320 x 240 pixels, 640 x 480 pixels, 1024 x 768 pixels, etc.

Second, consider the bitrate. A movie's bitrate can be expressed in either bps (bits per second) or kbps (kilobits per second). If this is beginning to sound like it's some techie stuff, it can be simplified. As a general rule of thumb, the bigger the numbers you see, the better picture quality you have. So check if the resolutions and bitrates carry big numbers.

Check how many current members a webpage has. For sure it will tell something about the quality of services offered by the site. Of course movie buffs will flock to websites that will satisfy their needs, more than just joining in based on popularity. Besides, it's what makes these sites popular in the first place: good service.

There are many sites out there whose downloadable items contain viruses, malwares and the likes. However, for most legal sites, you can be sure that what you will be downloading is free of such. So your computer's hard drive is safe from harm. Also, it's not just the security of your downloads that you should be after. You should see to it that the payment mode is secure too.

Last but not the least, check the flexibility given by the website regarding your movie downloads. Will you be able to transfer and watch your purchase on another gadget? Will you be allowed to burn them on a DVD so you can free some space on your hard drive? Some websites will give you leeway, while others may not.

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Friday, May 14, 2010

Effective Tips To Help You Start Playing Jazz on The Piano Quickly

By Jenne Mae

If you really want to play Jazz piano you will have to get a basic understanding of piano theory. Plenty of this basic knowledge will pretty much have to do with chord formation, rhythmic feel, and scales and modes.

Every Jazz song has a unique type of chord progression in every piece. Your jazz piano lessons ought to focus on understanding the numerous rhythms of a jazz piano.

Each jazz style has a one of a kind rhythm and is dependent on beat. You can practice playing numerous rhythms inside the bass line.

Your piano lessons for jazz must emphasize weak beats that are also recognized as syncopating. You must recognize that in jazz music the second and fourth beats are emphasized by resting on the usually strong beats. In order to create a stronger syncopation you must rest on just the first half of the first and third beats.

Your lessons must also focus on a key element in the jazz feel and this is the swing rhythm. To do this you must play uneven eight notes.

Inside a pair of eight notes you ought to play the first note longer than the second to make an uneven pattern. One thing you should not do is hold all the notes for the same time period.

Your piano lessons for playing jazz must focus on jazz chord progressions. The standard progression is the twelve bar blues. The twelve bar blues involves progressions amongst the I, IV, and V chords.

In the key of C, the chords would be C (I), F (IV), and G (V). You ought to start on the C and move between the C and F for various bars, adding a G chord until you make a pattern with twelve bars.

These are a few of things you must focus on with your jazz piano lessons. With the proper lessons there is no reason you cannot understand how to play jazz piano songs.

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Thursday, May 13, 2010

Movie Downloads Options That You Should Check Out

By Edward Bowen

We're a wired culture with the ability to satisfy and curiosity, question, or whim at a moment's notice. Many times multitasking has the inclusion of background music, taking time to social network, or watching your favorite movie while you work. You don't have to go to the video store anymore to get what you want and even the expense of pay per view is a thing of the past. The internet has democratized what we can do with entertainment and the prices are lower than ever.

NetFlix has taken the world by storm and requires only one flat fee of your choosing to essential have as many films as you want, coming in steady stream to either your mailbox or directly to your computer and or television. Entertainment is truly on demand; the consumer can have what they want, when they want in their living rooms.

Video on demand (VOD) can come to you either from a live stream through your cable box, recorded onto your digital video recorder (DVR) for later viewing, or your computer. There is no difference between your DVD and VOD as the controls are the same in terms of skipping forward, backward, slow motion, pausing, etc.

However, as with music file sharing, there are peer to peer network systems that can send large movie files through a bit torrent, basically offering any movie ever made for free. The dangers of this illegal file sharing is the risk of having adware or spyware downloading into your computer, putting your personal information at risk and slowing down the performance of your computer. Finding a legitimate movie downloads site is not difficult and should be used instead of the free sites because of the protection that they offer from viruses.

Apple's iTunes, Starz's Vongo, Amazon's Unbox, CinemaNow and MovieLink are five movie downloading sites that offer an alternative to the behemoth that is NetFlix. If you're going to watch movies on your video iPod, there is only one choice and that is going through iTunes. The price per download is one of the more expensive services at 12.99 for the first week, 14.99 for new releases, and 9.99 for older titles.

Another downside to iTunes is that there are no free movie selections.

If you know the Starz network than you know that it does not show new releases and it's download site Vongo is no exception. However, there is a good collection of movies, all available for rental for under $10 a month.

Amazon, the book selling as well as everything under the sun behemoth, has branched out into the movie downloading business with great results. Any movie you download can be viewed in multiple machines and platforms, all coupled with extremely sharp image quality. Their menu of choices also include both TV and movies for prices topping out at 3.99.

The most comprehensive site is CinemaNow which has a library of 4,000 movies including new releases, but sets itself apart by having options to subscribe, rent one at a time, buying a movie, watching some for free, and best of all, being able to burn the movies you watch onto a DVD.

One of the cheapest and best used as a quick fix for boredom is MovieFlix which, for 7.99 a month gives you access to large database of movies excluding new releases. The image quality is better than free, but not as good as NetFlix, Amazon, or CinemaNow. Depending on your devices, your needs, and really you wants, there is a movie downloading site to quench your thirst for entertainment.

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Wednesday, May 12, 2010

The Best Way Of Watching Movies On The Net

By Josephine Archibald

The film viewing behavior of people today tends to be altering as we all become more busy in of our lives.

On-demand telly and movies are turning out to be the status quo and together with breakthroughs in internet technologies and video clip streaming capabilities now is actually the time to share in this amazing revolutionary entertainment value.

Did you realize that even while almost all people track down a free movie over the internet, individuals who participate with a membership provider such as Netflix have likely already witnessed the movie online using their pc or another somewhat similar system?

It just simply would not make sense any longer to keep exploring for a free film to enjoy online while for under 30 cents each day you can sign up to a service plan which gives you access 24/7 along with unlimited viewing favors to films in addition to television episodes and what's more - still having a DVD film posted to your residence without any kind of late fees or penalties at any time involved.

Nonetheless people today want to fully understand precisely how to watch movies on the net. Through a registration service you may well enjoy online movies utilizing your internet ready apparatus or possibly even a game console. Internet connections are generally speedy enough now to be able to cope with high streaming demands.

The Xbox 360 console enables participants to rapidly discover movies and TV shows streamed through Netflix that are also on the telly. This is obtainable to Netflix members that are also Xbox LIVE Gold members for absolutely no extra Netflix monthly service charge. Moreover, the Xbox 360 delivers in excess of four hundred video games, a unified on line gamer community, as well as a range of entertainment options.

In these anxious economic times it is obviously possible to get rid of the high priced cable television or satellite television plan and pare it down to the the bare minimum while combining it with a service such as Netflix thereby slicing expenses by up to 50% of what you are currently paying. Add this to the fact that this adds a lot more convenience to how and when you view entire length movies on the net.

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Tuesday, May 11, 2010

Learning How To Sing High Notes

By Royce Meyer

If you adore to sing but need to become better probabilities are one area you need to improve is in singing high notes. Many of us have issues singing high notes, and for a lot of judges on reality singing programs the ability to sing high notes differentiates a mediocre singer from an extraordinary vocalist. So if you'd like to learn how to sing high notes, here is some info.

Take Lessons

Hiring a vocal coach is the most effective way to discover how to sing high notes. A vocal coach will teach you everything you need to know. Vocal coaches have typically gone to college for vocal coaching and know precisely how to get the maximum out of your singing voice.

Your vocal coach will be in a position to teach you proper systems for singing so you can hit the high notes without destroying your vocal chords. It is important to search for a pro vocal coach. If you hire just anyone to coach you the way to sing high notes, you won't be getting sound advice or information. Make efforts to discover everything you can about your vocal coach, like if they have ever worked with anyone in the pro business or if they have got a degree in vocals. Remember, vocal training will also be expensive, but the better the coach is the more that you are going to be forced to pay. If you're planning on being a pro frontman, then paying a touch more than you are feeling comfy could be a good investment into your future if you can learn the way to sing high notes.

Research And Get information

If you can't afford a vocal coach, you can try to discover how to sing high notes on your own. You can look online for varied informational websites or videos to educate you ways to sing high notes. This is actually only going to work though if you are a highly inspired individual who learns simply and fast. If you're and if you can, then this might be an excellent choice for you. There are many different educational sites out there that will help you with your learning and help you to learn just how you should be singing to hit those high notes.

Learning How to sing high notes is critical if you want to chase a pro career in music. Even if you don't want to become a pro, if you want to sing karaoke or maybe in church, it can be beneficial to be taught how to hit those high notes!

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Monday, May 10, 2010

Movie Downloads And Streaming Video Sites

By Warren Campos

Many people in today's society take advantage of online movie downloads. The movies that are downloaded come from many sources on the Internet. The movies downloads range from black and white and even silent films to new releases that are still in theaters. While downloading these seems like a really exciting alternative to paying the price of a movie ticket or a rental fee, it is probably useful to know some other ways to watch movies for free.

First, let us explore the download possibilities. There are many programs out there that allow you to download movies, whether they come from the Internet or from fellow software users. Bit Torrents and certain special programs allow you to download movies from your peers (those who have also downloaded the same software). Some Programs access an ever-growing archive of music and video from their users, allowing access to all members from all members who wish to allow access.

There are also Web sites that allow you to download movies straight from the Web, movies that have been put there by a host or multiple hosts. These movies are usually free to download, unless you are using certain pay services which usually come at minimal monthly costs and allow you to view movies online or to have them shipped to your home.

Downloading movies online can take up a lot of your time depending on your Internet connection and the size of the file(s) you are downloading. It can take hours just to download one movie. To save time, one might consider streaming movies.

Movie streaming, when done so through a trustworthy Web site, can be highly effective and cost you nothing or close to it. Just like with movie downloads, you need a decent browser and internet connection, however the time you spend waiting will not be for the movie download (which may or may not work) to finish, rather, it will be for another few minutes of viewing to load (if your connection is slow). Certain streaming Web sites will allow you to find movies and your favorite television shows quickly and easily, simply by typing an entry into the search bar. Most of these streaming Web sites can be found by word of mouth or by a search on your favorite search engine.

The most attractive trait of streaming for some is the fact that it is in no way illegal, as opposed to some movie downloads. You are not actually breaking any laws in watching streamed movies as most are streamed through foreign Web sites. While the sites may be in a language you cannot understand, the movies will still be in English, sometimes with subtitles for the native language of the site, however these do not hinder the viewing experience.

On occasion, streaming sites will stop your progress in the movie you are watching in order to persuade you into becoming a full-time member of their site. If you choose not to do so, you can either refresh the browser or wait out the brief period of time set aside by the site. Refreshing the page will in some cases be ineffective, however in some cases it will give you another period of time in which to finish the movie, somewhat fooling the site. All you have to do is skip back ahead to where you were and you will be able to finish your movie if this trick works.

In brief, streaming can be a useful alternative to movie downloads for those of you who would like a free, easy and safe method of watching movies online.

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Sunday, May 9, 2010

It Is Very Important To Prevent Illegal Movie Downloads

By Earl Santana

With technology advancing at such a rate that it is now commonplace to have at least one home computer in the house, connected to high-speed internet, illegal movie downloads are becoming an ever bigger problem. Many people do not realize that they are downloading illegally, and most have no idea of the impact of their actions. However, this is a very important subject to broach, as it affects many industries and individuals.

What is illegal downloading? The laws regarding copyright and downloads are different in every country. Here we will look at a rough guide that should help you to determine if you are downloading legally or illegally.

Sometimes movie pirates are able to make movies available before download before they have finished playing cinemas, and sometimes before they have even been released in theaters. These copies are always illegal. You will find that legal DVD versions are generally released three months after they have played in cinemas. Where something has been made available before that time, it is guaranteed to have been obtained without the appropriate permissions.

One of the most common ways of downloading movies is through file-sharing services. Generally, if an individual provides copyrighted materials to another individual without appropriate permission, that individual is engaging in an illegal activity. In many countries, those people who download this copyrighted material are also deemed to be participating in an illegal activity. Peer-to-peer downloads, such as those obtained through BitTorrents, are usually an unlawful way to obtain movies.

Impact of illegal downloading: Whenever a movie is downloaded illegally, the lawful owner of that material is being robbed of profit they would otherwise have received through movie sales. When considered in the context of movie producers or actors who already possess millions of dollars, it may be difficult to see how this is unfair. However, movie makers are not the only ones missing out. In fact, the impact is probably felt most by cinemas and video stores. If the problem becomes worse, it could easily jeopardize smaller, local businesses.

Australian film in particular suffers from this issue. The industry, which is already struggling, is said to lose several hundred million dollars each year because of illegal downloading of films. Australian film makers are greatly limited in their ability to produce more films, by this financial loss. They need viewer support so that they can continue to produce quality films that express Australian culture and identity, creativity and ingenuity.

Can you be prosecuted for illegal downloading? Depending on which country you live in, you can be prosecuted for accessing copyrighted or illegal materials. This is particularly true in the US and Australia. Fines of thousands, and in some cases millions, of dollars can be issued for illegally downloading films. Warnings at the start of legally distributed films will advise you as to the punishments for such offenses within your country or region.

As you can see, illegal movie downloads are a big problem. They affect people all over the world, from producers to cinemas and DVD retailers. And if you get caught and fined, then it will definitely affect you. With plenty of legal alternatives, there really is no excuse. So do the right thing, and support the global film industry through legal downloads.

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Saturday, May 8, 2010

A Review Of Schindlers List The Movie

By Arnold Glenn

By reading over this particular article, you are likely looking to learn a little more about the impressive film, Schindlers List. While there are so many different things that deserve to be mentioned about this movie, some of the most prevalent of these will be mentioned in the article. Apart from the facts associated with this film, you will also have a brief plot synopsis.

You should be aware that this film is derived from the tyranny that the Jewish people experienced during the second World War. This is the story, though, of a German businessman that intends to exploit the cheap labor of the oppressed Jews during this time. He has a considerable change of heart though, and does not have the heart do to anything but save them after then.

What you might not have realized, is that this movie was based on real events. So many different times movies say that they were based on real life events, but this is a loose base if anything at all. This motion picture, on the other hand, was literally a fair retelling of the events that transpired around Oskar Schindler and his commitment to humanitarianism.

This vision from Steven Spielberg is not unlike his other masterful creations, which both have the power to inspire while giving the audience something that they have never seen before. For instance, apart from the Wizard of Oz no other movie has gone completely from black and white to a full (present day) color scheme. Certainly not just to demonstrate the difference in time periods anyway.

The tagline for this film was a great representation of the whole premise of the film itself. This line was "Whoever saves one life, saves the world entire." This was the mission and work of Oskar Schindler, who was able to save around 1,100 Jewish people from a terrible fate at the violent concentration camp, Auschwitz. You are able to walk step by step with Schindler from wanting to exploit them for profit to wanting to save all of their lives.

The plot centers around Schindler using Jews to start a factory in Poland in the middle of the war that was raging on. He is able to save some of them by placing them on a list of workers that were acclaimed to be too good to be destroyed by sending them off on the next train to Auschwitz. So, by keeping them on this list and through numerous bribes to Nazi officials to turn their heads (which leaves him broke), Schindler is able to save nearly 1100 Jewish men, women and children.

A powerful performance by Liam Neeson brings Oskar Schindler to life. Other supporting roles also made a great impact on the climaxes and drama of the film. Performances from Ben Kingsley as Itzhak Stern and Ralph Fiennes as the rigid German Amon Goeth.

At the end of the film, Schindler is in the middle of an intense discussion with Stern. He desperately tells him that he knows in his heart that he could have saved more than he did. He could have sold his car, or saved more money, he could have saved more than he did. This is enough to inspire anyone to rethink how they can value a human life, and it took Oskar Schindler a while to understand himself. Schindlers List was an inspiration and a classic, one that everyone should see and experience.

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Friday, May 7, 2010

Download Robin Hood Movie Online Free And Bring The Movie Theater Home

By Jayne Potter

Going to the movies was once something that we all looked forward to, but times have changed. It used to be that the only way to see the latest films was to visit your local movie theater. At present the capacity to Download Robin Hood Movie Free Online has literally changed our thoughts about watching our favorite movies.

Go back in time and watching a movie at home meant that you had to get the VCR out and watch it on a TV that was more console than screen. To get a better view of the screen, kids would lie on cushions on the floor right in front of the TV. Sometimes that was the only way they got to see anything!. The thought of watching a movie at home today on anything less than a 30" screen is almost comical.

When we heard about a new movie release, the option of watching it at home on our own TV was just never an option. Part of the reason was that movies took many months to come out on video, and even then the home movie experience was not great. When my dad was in a particularly good mood, he would round up the whole family and whisk us off to the local drive-thru.

The drive-thru was actually something that was truly special. In summer, watching a movie in a drive-thru had a magical feel about it. From the moment we got into my dad's Chevy, all the kids felt we were going on a real adventure. The kids would be on the roof and mom and dad would be on either the hood or snuggling in the front seat.

Today, there are quite a few more options available to us than having to take the family out to see the latest and greatest movie. The latest home theater systems provide a fantastic movie watching experience, and after you initial outlay for the system, there's nothing more to spend. Furthermore, instead of having a 50" TV that was all wood, we now have screens that make use of every square inch that they are allotted.

Surround sound has also taken home viewing to a different level. This is something that was considered a novelty in our childhood days and now it is tough to find a home that does not have a surround sound system inside of it. This allows movie viewing with the true theater experience and really makes the thought of paying about $10 for a movie all but out of the question.

Of course, there is also the Internet to consider. While earlier years offered only the cinema to see a new movie, we can now get movies online in a flash and watch them on our computer if we want to. The entire process of watching a good movie has gone from an event to the most convenient method that we can find. Technology has truly changed this entire experience.

Instead of piling the family into the car and spending what can easily amount to around $100 to see a simple movie, why not Download Robin Hood Movie Online Free and save money. If going to the movies is a regular family activity, in just a few short months, enough money can be saved to have a home theater that would have the neighbors twisting in envy. Then instead of having to wait a week or month to see the next hottest release, it would just be a matter of flipping on the tube and settling in for a night of home entertainment.

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Thursday, May 6, 2010

The Movie "Fargo" Reviewed

By Mary Schroeder

An assumption could be made, that if you were reading this article, you are either a fan of the film or you have yet to see the movie "Fargo" and are wondering if this flick is actually worth your time. Well, if the second is you, than it most certainly is and you will be better informed as to why as this article progresses.

You have to think, the best way for you to understand and appreciate this film, is to know what happens in it. People are rarely going to like a film just because a particular person directed it, or simply because this actor or that one was in it. So a plot synopsis is surely in order here, though you must be warned, this will give you the full synopsis, so it could contain spoilers.

The film opens on a man named Jerry, he is down on his luck and financially shot. He is a crooked car dealer, with a very checkered past of angered customers. He needs money in a hurry, so he hatches up a plan for the two men sitting across the table from him to kidnap his wife. Then, her father would pay a handsome ransom to ensure her safe return.

A short time after the two men set out to do what was asked of them, Jerry learns that through another business venture that he had tried to get going, he was not going to need the money from a ransom after all and tries to call off the kidnapping with no success. The next scene features the two men, very awkwardly kidnapping Jerry's wife, Jean.

While the original plan between the three men at the start of the film was to ask the father for 80,000, Jerry decides that he will tell his father in law that the kidnappers have ransomed out his daughter for a cool million. He agrees to pay the money, but he refuses not to hand it to the crooks himself. So Wade, Jean's father, sets off with the money aiming to kill the kidnappers with his sidearm and get his daughter back without losing a cent.

It isn't a surprise that the whole thing gets botched, leaving Wade dead and one of the two kidnappers sent to collect the money very much wounded. He is able, though, to get the money and flee. He discovers there is a million, and he hides all but the 80,000 that his partner was aware of. Back at the cabin, the wounded crook finds the wife dead at the hands of the other crook. They get into an argument, and the already wounded kidnapper also dies.

The police arrest the other, as well as Jerry for orchestrating the whole thing. The film is a depiction of the debauchery of money, the deadly levels that it can drive people to. Powerful performances take this film from being good to being exceptionally great. Performances from William H. Macy (Jerry) and Steve Buschemi as one of the kidnappers.

That, is "Fargo". While there is certainly a good bit to know about this film, perhaps this was helpful towards encouraging you to see it if you haven't already. This is critically acclaimed because there aren't many films like this one.

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Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Unearthing Peter Jackson's The Lovely Bones

By Cathy Joseph

With its fusion of real-life drama and stylized sequences, Peter Jackson's forthcoming The Lovely Bones recalls Heavenly Creatures, his innovative 1994 take on the notorious Parker-Hulme murder in 1950s New Zealand.

If the latter film's spectacular fantasy sequences, created by the then newly-created Weta Digital, helped persuade studio New Line to bankroll the three back-to-back Lord of the Rings films, then The Lovely Bones, which is based on the novel by Alice Sebold, might be custom-designed to prove he still has the nous to produce more left-field fare.

Alice Sebold's astonishingly successful 2002 debut novel opens in 1973, with 14-year-old Susie Salmon telling us she's been raped, murdered and dismembered. She watches from heaven as her family struggles to cope with her loss, and tentatively begins to probe for answers to the unsolved case.

The two respondents offer very different opinions of the film, with the first describing the CGI "heaven" from where Susie watches over her family with some degree of rapture, while the second reviewer bemoans the jolting shifts between the afterlife and everyday reality, where her father and mother are played by Mark Wahlberg and Rachel Weisz. The film is due in cinemas in December in the US and January in the UK.

It's hard to judge much at this stage, but are you looking forward to The Lovely Bones? Does Jackson have your confidence with such delicate source material? Or is the Kiwi film-maker, who has Tintin and two Hobbit films on his slate (as producer and co-writer respectively) best off sticking to the blockbuster material?

The first reviews are in for the movie adaptation of Alice Sebold's The Lovely Bones, which was a best-selling novel and a favorite of book clubs. The story describes the aftermath of a child's grisly murder, told from a heavenly point of view. The gruesome topic will likely keep The Lovely Bones from displacing a feel-good adaptation, The Blind Side, from the #1 box office spot. But Sebold's intriguing theme seems made for film.

Peter Jackson presents a totally new perspective on serial killing with this unusual and tragic tale of a bunch of young girls who linger between heaven and earth after suffering brutal deaths at the hands of a heartless psychopath. Unable to cut off their bonds from their families, the hapless souls sail through a purgatory-like world, waiting for deliverance. And while they wait, they try an communicate with their loved ones through strange mediums, hoping to hang on to earthly love, as long as they can.

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Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Learn About Watching Movies Online

By Cody Bray

Long gone are the days when you had to leave your house to watch the newest and latest movies. With ever increasing advances in digital technology, it is now possible to stream movies directly from the internet, making it possibly to see the latest films without going to the cineplex or driving out to the local video store. This piece will talk about the tools you need to watch movies online, tell you where to find streaming video, and tell you which websites to stay away from.

There are some basic things that you need to see movies on the internet. First, you need a high speed internet connection with plenty of available bandwidth. This is because movie files are very data intensive and you need to have a very fast connection in order to watch movies clearly.

You will also need a computer with a processor that is fast enough to handle digital data streams as well as a decent video card. Most new laptops and computers come optimized for digital home entertainment, so if you have upgraded your system recently, you shouldn't have any trouble.

Hundreds of sites exist which feature streaming movie content. One of the biggest players on the streaming video market is Hulu, which offers free streaming movies. Though Hulu has some downsides such as small selection and advertisement placement within the videos, the quality of the video on Hulu is extremely high.

If you want newer movies, many websites allow you to watch movies online for a small rental fee. Two such sites are Netflix and Blockbuster. Both sites allow you to rent movies for very affordable prices and have fairly large selections. Unlike Hulu, both Netflix and Blockbuster allow you to temporarily store the movie you want to watch on your hard drive for periods of 24 to 48 hours. One word of warning, the files that you download are protected and cannot be copied to portable media devices or DVDs, so don't try!

For those of you who are intrigued by the idea of watching streaming movies, but who don't want to be stuck staring at a computer monitor, there are several technologies available that allow you to watch the films you select on your television set. If you have an older laptop or desktop, you can generally connect them to your television set using a serial monitor cable. This allows you to use your TV like an external monitor and lets you see everything that is going on your desktop.

For those of you with high definition televisions and newer computer systems, you can hook your laptop or desktop up to your TV set using an HDMI cable. This works basically the same way as the serial monitor cable, but lets you watch movies in high definition. Computers are also in development which can send video to your television wirelessly.

When looking for sources of online video, be careful to steer clear of websites offering pirated video content. Most of these sites features movies that are still in the theatres. Of course, since these sites do not have the licenses to display this video, the content is illegal. Furthermore, these websites are generally lousy with malicious software that will damage your computer if you try to watch the online movies.

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Monday, May 3, 2010

The Lord Of The Rings The Two Towers Translated Well Into A Movie

By Jenifer Greer

People who have attempted to read The Lord Of The Rings The Two Towers often find that it is not an easy book to get through. And yet, the movie version, released in 2002 and direct by Peter Jackson is an exciting and memorable movie that has received a lot of critical acclaim. Here are a few reasons why the movie is often more appealing than the book.

The book is important but is often difficult for people to get through for a number of reasons. The plot tends to have patches of intense action which are interspersed through long periods of travel. Because of this, many people find that they tend to skip over the rich descriptions of the landscape through which the characters travel in order to concentrate on the action scenarios.

The 2002 screen adaptation of the book tends to make these slower portions more interesting. This is because you are able to see the landscape and it makes it feel more real and immediate than reading it may. Text can be hard to follow for some people but the visuals developed by Peter Jackson and his crew tend to reach out and draw you in more completely than you might ever imagine. The movie uses extensive make-up, elaborate sets and computer generated imagery to make the sensation of being in Middle Earth complete. Even people who have read the book will find they experience scenes such as the siege at Helm's Deep more deeply and will truly feel that they are in King Theoden's hall as Gandalf faces down Grima Wormtongue in order to free the Rohirrim from tyranny.

Many people miss the reference to the two towers. The first belongs to Saruman. He is a wizard who appears first in the Fellowship of the Ring. Although we are aware that he has sided with the enemy, the extent of his treachery becomes obvious as we see him creating fierce creatures known as Uruk-Hai in the caves below his tower. The second tower is that occupied by Sauron himself.

Finally, the story works well as a movie because it is easier to follow the travels of the different parts of the Fellowship. In the book, the companions split up at the end of the first movie. Boromir betrays the Fellowship by attempting to take the ring from Frodo by force. You understand why he does so after you meet the people of Gondor, including Boromir's brother Faramir and the corrupt and deranged Steward who has cracked under the pressure of living next to Mordor.

In the book, it is difficult to jump back and forth between the different parts of the Fellowship. The movie does this well and also allows us to get to know other important characters as well. It makes it more interesting for the audience to see the bravery of Eowyn of Rohan, the cowardice of Golum and other pivotal characters.

Although there were some criticisms surrounding the way Peter Jackson treated the storyline, for the most part this movie has been praised. There are so many memorable moments (such as the unforgettable Battle of Helm's Deep) that you are set up to go into the third part of the story with a much better understanding of Middle Earth as a whole.

If you are someone who tried to read the book and were unable to get through it, you need to see this movie. The special effects, scenery and pacing are excellent and make it definitely worth watching.

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