Inspired by the holiday season, I wanted to make a list of some awesome movies for the season. Some are old classics and favorites, and others are ones that don't always show up on other lists.
We enjoy making lists on IMDb, so we can keep them all organized, and you all can find awesome links and info for each film! We made one for Christmas movies - please feel free to check it out! You can add any of the films to your list, watch them online, or see info like actors, parents guides, and trailers!
Know any films missing that we should add? Feel free to let us know! If you enjoy the list, please share it with your friends! Thanks =D
Hiya guys! As most kids are on constant sugar highs at the moment, and it's sweets season, we are feeling the Willy Wonka vibes on DRL.
We found the perfect quiz to satisfy our chocolate craving - whoot!
Ever wonder which kid you'd be in Willy Wonka? Well, now you can find out!
Take this quiz to see who you'd be, and be sure to let us know in the comments below! =D
DRL has another movie review for you! I love Disney movies (laugh if you want, but they rock), and Mulan is one of my all-time faves!! Her story in history was amazing, and Disney's depiction of her was just as fantastic.
Check out my review, and let me know what you think of this movie in the comments below!
Five high school students, all different stereotypes, meet in detention, where they pour their hearts out to each other, and discover how they have a lot more in common than they thought.
Rated R
Contains sexual references and discussions from adolescents.
Boy looks up a girl's skirt, and we see her panties.
Two characters fight several times.
Several characters are shown smoking.
Language is mildly course; F-word is used several times.
To be quite honest, this movie has been over my head for most of the times I've watched it. It hasn't been until I've grown up a bit, that I'm able to appreciate the depth of it.
The first several times I watched it, I thought it was completely random, disjointed, and confused. One minute, they're all happy and dancing on the banisters, then the next scene, they're yelling at each other and crying, telling each other to F off. The pendulum swinging of emotion between each scene had me confused, and I admit, most of the time, I just pulled myself out of the movie-watching experience, and didn't pay much attention.
Recently, I've tried watching it again, and actually paying attention. The result - wow. This is such a deep movie, with so many layers, character insights, and cultural insights. I've always loved the ending, and after watching it with a deeper mindset, I love it even more now.
This truly is an epic film, and one I look forward to watching again and again. Now I get why it's a classic, and a favorite for many people. It's one of mine now, and I'm glad I gave it another chance. I would recommend it to anyone, especially if you haven't seen it yet.
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In case you're missing the original Pitch Perfect (I know I am!!), here's a fun quiz! See which Barden Bella you're most like, and let us know in the comments!
I got:
You're Beca!!!
You are Beca!! You're a kind-hearted person who's got a little bit of edge.
Hiya guys! How are you today? Desert Rose Lifestyles sure has been quite lately, hu? I'm at it again, and will be posting up movie reviews more frequently. =)
In the heat of the horrible killings we've had to endure the past few weeks, I'm struggling with finding proper outlets for the emotions I feel. Really, any kind of violence isn't good. Racial hate needs to stop - period.
It brings to mind a film I watched several months ago, that I didn't get around to reviewing. Perhaps God was putting it on hold until today. Who knows.
Brother White, is an incredible film. It's made by the same guys who turned heads with God's Not Dead, and deals with racial tension and hate.
Check it out, and if it sounds interesting, do watch it. The message it provides is one we all need to hear right now, regardless of your religion.
This is a heartwarming fish out of water comedy about an associate pastor at a mega church in California who finds himself the pastor of a poor church in the worst neighborhood in Atlanta.
Clean film. One instance of a small fight - one man gets punched. It is a light scene, and isn't overly violent or gory.
Everyone goes through times where they are challenged in life. Many people, go through times where they are challenged because of the color of they skin they're born with. Brother White not only challenges the ideas that its' acceptable to stereotype based on color, but shows how to move past it, and change it.
In a refreshing take on racism, this film shows something that happens every day in the South, and is rarely talked about. African American characters are set as more of the aggressors to the Caucasian family, who's moved to town with hopes of keeping the local Church going. Satan wants God out of his neighborhood, and the White family is there to stop him. With God's love, hearts are changed, and bonds are formed between the unlikeliest people.
This is a powerful story, and gives a good look at reality. Having lived several years in the South and experienced racism for my fair skin, it was inspiring to see a family fight it with love, and help change the negativity around them.
We need more of that in our world. Skin color shouldn't matter, on either end. I applaud this film for taking that on in a realistic sense, showing simple humans, no one person more evil than the next - equal, in their actions and wrong-doings. More people need to see that the true enemy, is Satan, and hate. Those are worth fighting - not each other.
I'd recommend watching this, regardless of your religion. There is the underlying theme of Southern Baptist Christianity, but the message is universal - fight with love, not hate.
Give it a shot - it may change your life.
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