Betty White Calendar 2011

The Betty White Calendar - 12 Months of Betty!

If you're a Betty White fan or just a fan of what this amazing 88-year old woman has achieved in the last year it is you will love this calendar though of course, it is long discontinued now. If you can find it, you will have a year worth of  Betty and her amazing collection of hot and hunky young men. This calendar would make a fun gift choice for any woman, young or old, who enjoys Betty White. Don't you wish it was YOU in that lounge chair?
Betty White Calendar 2011
 
To buy it, you can try Amazon by following the link shown below or eBay, by clicking here. I do think you will have better luck on eBay now.

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Betty White Entertainer of the Year 2010

Betty White Entertainer of the Year 2010


It is pretty hard to miss the iconic comedian, Betty White for these days she could be a bit, as she herself puts it, "overexposed." 

She's literally everywhere. 

This past year, she went from a Snickers commercial to guest host of Saturday Night Live. She appeared in a couple of movies and people loved her in the first season of the new sitcom Hot in Cleveland, which some say is oddly reminiscent of The Golden Girls.  She was chosen as one of Barbara Walter's 10 Most Fascinating People of 2010 and, most recently, Betty White was chosen Entertainer of the Year for 2010.

Learn more about Betty White's accomplishments at Entertainer of the Year 2010 and make sure to vote in the polls. Let us all know what YOU think of the funny lady, Betty White.

Share your thoughts on whether or not Betty White is the NEW Brad Pitt, whether or not Betty White is overexposed and whether or not you would like to walk in her shoes...

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Best Johnny Depp Movies

Best Johnny Depp Movies
The best Johnny Depp movies is a subject open for debate. My favorites are different than yours, and yours are different than your sister's...so I turned, as I often do, to the best movie lists provided by Amazon customer reviews and the result is an interesting movie list.

In my reading, I discovered that there are more than a couple of Johnny Dep's movies that I have yet to see that his work really does cross many movie genres. I also discovered that most of his movies are available on Blu-ray.

My favorite Johnny Depp movie still is Chocolat and I know I have written about it time and time again.  Now it is your turn...do you enjoy Johnny Depp movies? If so, what is YOUR favorite Johnny Depp movie and why?

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Why Is Tron (1982) So Hard To Find?

Why Is Tron (1982) So Hard To Find? Wondering why the original Tron movie from 1982 is so hard to come by? Rumors have it that Walt Disney ceased the production in order to prevent people from viewing the original movie and deciding to pass on the new one.  Whether or not that is true, I do not know but what I do know is that the price for the DVD and the VHS videotapes of the original movie is extremely high right now and that, although I would like to see the original movie, I'm just going to have to wait for the price to come down (or find someone willing to lend it to me.) 

I did see the new Tron: Legacy movie and enjoyed it. Seems to me that it fits the profile of the original though - excellent effects and a plot that is not particularly strong but you know, of course, that the reason for seeing the movie is for the light-cycles and the technology, not the story.

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The Best Hallmark Movies Ever

The best Hallmark movies ever is a list that is hard to define. 

Have you taken a moment to think about the history behind the Hallmark Hall of Fame movies? Did you know that they have been creating quality television programming since 1951? That's a lot of movies and a lot of favorites so coming up with a list of the 'best' ones is difficult.

The shows Hallmark broadcast at the beginning were different than the ones they air now but they were considered quality television programming at the time.  I don't think many people would pick them as the best Hallmark movies today.

Since then, however, Hallmark movies have gone on to win more awards than any other television production. A best of list would be hard to put together but it would need to include a few movies like Promise, the movie which one the most awards; What The Deaf Man Heard, the movie which drew the largest television audience; and even the very popular Sarah Plain and Tall collection.

If you want to know more about some of the best Hallmark movies ever, please visit my detailed page The Best Hallmark Movies Ever by clicking here.

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Black Swan Natalie Portman's Psychological Thriller Ballet Movie (2010)

Black Swan Natalie Portman's Psychological Thriller Ballet Movie (2010)


Black Swan may not be the movie you think it is. Natalie Portman's new ballet movie has been generating plenty of talk, including lots of Oscar buzz. Innocently, I was expecting the story of a ballet dancer...but this movie is a LOT more than that.

Words that I have seen or heard used to describe this movie include, but certainly are not limited to: thriller, horror, art, porn, big, crazy, weird, dark, twisted, interesting, amazing and intense. The video trailer makes you agree with those words and makes me question whether or not I really want to see this movie.

I haven't decided if it is a horror movie or an art movie so I started a debate, Natalie Portman's Black Swan: A Horror Movie or An Art Movie?

If you have seen the movie I'd love to hear what you have to say about it. If not and you are looking for the video trailer, more information and a few reviews of the movie, you might want to check the page out.

I'll be waiting to hear what you think...

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Brenda

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Natalie Portman's Black Swan: A Horror Movie or An Art Movie?
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Cowboys and Aliens, A 2011 Western Movie

Daniel Craig and Harrison Ford star in the 2011 western movie, Cowboys and Aliens.


Cowboys and Aliens are coming to a theatre near you this July and no, I'm not pulling your leg. With a cast which includes Harrison Ford and Daniel Craig, Ron Howard producing and Steven Spielberg as executive producer, this movie should be good. Or should we say could be good...the premise is a bit, ah, odd.

The story?  Well very simply put, a spaceship arrives in the wild west and the cowboys try to protect their world. It is based on a 2006 graphic novel created by Scott Mitchell Rosenberg and written by Fred Van Lente and Andrew Foley.

Somehow Cowboys and Aliens reminds me of Gunless, the Canadian story of the cowboy...without a gun. Possibly because they are westerns with a twist and boy does this one have an unusual twist!


Cowboys and Aliens opened in movie theatres July 29, 2011.

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Updated to say you can buy Cowboys and Aliens in your favorite format from Amazon by clicking right here.

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I'm not sure what to think of Cowboys and Aliens...how about you?

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Christmas With Tucker, The Sequel To A Dog Named Christmas

Christmas with Tucker is a brand-new book by Greg Kincaid. It is the prequel to the story A Dog Named Christmas and promises to be just as good. The story is that of a 12-year old boy being given a dog after his father has died and his mother has abandoned him at his Grandparents.  Not welcome at first, the dog soon becomes a best friend to the boy and helps him navigate the growing up years.

"This simple but strong story celebrates the beauty of everyday things, the power of love and humility, the singular grace that is a good dog, and the mysterious ability of that grace to transform the human heart. A perfect Christmas read." – Dean Koontz

Amazon customer reviews are equally enthusiastic with comments like this one from Rebekah Sue Harris, "For Christmas with Tucker to be truly heartwarming, everything had to fall into place, and it did. Author Greg Kincaid did a wonderful job keeping the flow going without writing a story that was trite or clichéd. This is a wonderful book for a day when you're wrapped in a quilt, sipping hot cocoa, and wanting to be warm and cozy. This lovely Christmas story is recommended for teenagers and adults alike."

The combination of this new book by Gregory Kincaid with the old book and/or a copy of the Hallmark movie, A Dog Named Christmas would make a lovely gift idea.  Christmas With Tucker is available as a hardcover book, as a CD audiobook and for your Kindle.

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Brenda

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Order your A Dog Named Christmas DVD.
Read my review of A Dog Named Christmas, the movie.

24 The Complete Series DVD Set

24 The Complete Series DVD Set

My husband loved the television series 24 although I am not sure if he was able to keep up with it until the very end. What a surprise then when I saw that 24 the complete series DVD was available on Amazon. That makes the watching of many, many, many hours of television viewing a possibility at his own pace.

This DVD set starring Keifer Sutherland includes the entire television series, Series 1 through 8, 24 Redemption and a bonus disc with many special features. In total, this set contains a whopping 56 discs.

Amazon customer Karl said, "Nothing short of great TV. Loved watching it and always looked forward to the next show. Edge of your seat, white knuckle action!"

The complete 24 boxed set would make a great gift idea for anyone who missed the series, anyone who saw part of the series or even for anyone who loved it and would like to re-watch the entire series.

And, oh yes, 24 The Complete Series, is NOT available on Blu-ray. That's too bad.

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Brenda

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New Blu-ray Christmas Movies 2010

New Blu-ray Christmas Movies 2010

Always curious, I set about discovering what Christmas movies would be released on Blu-ray in 2010.  The result, was this list. All of these movies are available on Blu-ray disc and, of course, on DVD.  I hope you find it helpful.

Disney's A Christmas Carol
George C. Scott's A Christmas Carol
White Christmas
Thomas Kinkade's Christmas Cottage Movie Trailer
The Christmas Hope
Santa Claus: The Movie
Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer
The Year Without A Santa Claus
The Peanuts Ultimate Holiday Collection

Click here to see all of the Christmas movies on Blu-ray available from Amazon.

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Brenda

Jim Carrey in Disney's Movie, A Christmas Carol on Blu-ray


Which Will Be The Best True Grit Movie?

Which Will Be The Best True Grit Movie?

Which True Grit movie is the best?

As I write this post, I realize it is a just a bit early but I cannot help but wonder if Jeff Bridges' 2010 version of True Grit will be able to measure up to John Wayne's 1969 version.

Will it go on to become "one of the major entertainments of the year" as the New York Times said about the 1969 version and will it still be a popular movie, forty plus years later? Only time will tell...

So tell us, what do you think? Can a remake of a western classic hope to compete?

Find your copy of both True Grit movies here on Amazon.

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Brenda

True Grit Blu-ray Movie (2010)

Discover John Wayne's True Grit western movie.

Literally just in time for Christmas 2010 was the 1969 John Wayne True Grit Blu-ray movie. I think it created and continues to create the possibility of a magnificent Christmas gift for anyone in your family who loves John Wayne movies and owns a Blu-ray player.

Simply buy a copy of John Wayne's True Grit movie on blu-ray and add a copy of the 2010 True Grit movie and voila, an instant gift set.

The John Wayne version of True Grit was one of his most memorable roles and it is the movie for which he won his only Academy Award.  This would be the great place to start a collection of his movies.

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Brenda

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More John Wayne movies on blu-ray.

An Old-Fashioned Christmas (2010) Movie

An Old-Fashioned Christmas (2010) Movie

Released in 2010 for the holiday season was An Old-Fashioned Christmas, the sequel to An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving. It was shot in beautiful Ireland and features an equally beautiful Jacqueline Bisset. The storyline is continued from the first movie and finds a grandmother travelling around the world in order to give her granddaughter lessons about character and refined living. 

An Old-Fashioned Christmas originally aired on December 6, 2010. It was only on the Hallmark Channel which meant that some people (like myself) had to wait and see it when the DVD became available. Unfortunately, it is still not widely available in North American on DVD but you can watch An Old-Fashioned Christmas here on Amazon Prime.

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Brenda

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New Hallmark Christmas Movies in 2010.


Disneynature's African Cats 2011 Nature Documentary

Disneynature's African Cats 2011 Nature Documentary
The next DisneyNature film is going to be African Cats.  African Cats follows three other successful Disney Nature productions...Crimson Wing, Earth and Oceans.  All were magnificent, if Earth was somewhat contentious.

Lovers of African mammals will likely love this new documentary set in the African savanna and following, as it does, the lives of two wild cat families ~ lions and cheetahs. Following Disney's tradition with these new nature documentaries, African Cats arrives in theatres around the world on Earth Day, April 22, 2011 and yes, once again, Disney will make a contribution on behalf of everyone who attends the movie during opening week this time in support of 'African Cats, Save The Savanna.'

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This post was written in advance of the release. You can now add DisneyNature's African Cats nature documentary to your collection from Amazon by clicking right here.  

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Brenda


Disneynature Oceans Blu-ray Review

Disneynature Oceans Blu-ray Review

Disneynature Oceans arrived on Blu-ray and DVD on October 19, 2010. A beautiful documentary film for which the Blu-ray was NOT a disappointment.  The experts raved. "No matter how you look at it, the Blu-ray edition of Oceans is a must-own," said Blu-ray.com. "DisneyNature's Oceans comes highly recommended," said High-Def Digest.

Take a peek and see for yourself:


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The Best Christmas Songs Ever...

The Best Christmas Songs Ever...
If you were challenged to come up with the very best Christmas music of all time, what would YOU put on the list? As with all lists that is a pretty tough question but let me share with you three of the most popular Christmas songs of all time. I am sure you will probably NOT be surprised.

First on the list is of course, White Christmas by Bing Crosby (1942).  Then comes The Little Drummer Boy by the Harry Simeone Chorale (1958) and finally, Jingle Bell Rock by Bobby Helms (1957.) 

What do YOU think are the best Christmas songs ever?

Merry Christmas!
Brenda


The Christmas Box Hallmark Movie

Richard Paul Evans wrote a hugely successful Christmas story called The Christmas Box and Hallmark followed with a sweet Christmas movie.

The story is that of a cash-strapped family who are caregivers in an apartment complex. They are given the opportunity to move to a local mansion and be the caregivers of the home as well as assume the responsibilities of looking after the owner, a lady named Mary, who lives alone in the house. Mother and daughter quickly become close to Mary but the husband, who works long hours, struggles to get along with her. Eventually, however, Mary teaches him some important secrets about the true meaning of Christmas.

The Christmas Box is a 1995 Hallmark movie with an all-star cast which includes starred Richard Thomas, Maureen O'Hara and Annette O'Toole.

For the longest time available only on VHS videotape, this movie is now available as a part of a 2-DVD set that includes both The Christmas Box and Timepiece. Timepiece is a prequel to The Christmas Box. You can find either the VHS tape or the DVD on Amazon by clicking right here. Buying the set may save you a few dollars but, more important, is the fact that the set is on DVD rather than VHS videotape.


If you enjoy Hallmark movies, I think you will enjoy The Christmas Box. I have yet to see Timepiece though I have read that it is a darker story. If you have seen it, be sure to let us all know what you thought of it.

Merry Christmas!
Brenda

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The Christmas Box Hallmark Home Entertainment Movie Review
Buy The Christmas Box on Amazon.

Hallmark's Farewell Mr. Kringle Christmas Movie

Farewell Mr. Kringle Hallmark Movie

Next up on Hallmark's Christmas movie release schedule for 2010 was the new movie, Farewell Mr. Kringle.

A skeptical (and widowed) journalist must cover the story of Kris Kringle's 50th birthday even though she really does not want to. Of course, as she covers the story, she opens up to Kris Kringle, the wonders of Christmas and the possibility of falling in love again.

Hallmark's Farewell, Mr. Kringle, a 2010 Christmas Movie

Farewell Mr. Kringle, stars Christine Taylor, Christopher Wiehl and Vivica A. Fox. It premiered on the Hallmark Channel on December 4, 2010.

You can watch the official movie trailer here to determine whether you will be adding this movie to your Christmas movie list this year.


What did you think? Doesn't Farewell Mr. Kringle look like a charming Christmas movie?

Edited to note that Farewell Mr. Kringle does not appear to be available on DVD. To see all of Amazon's Christmas Hallmark movies that are available on DVD, click here.

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Brenda



What Do You Need To Watch Blu-ray 3D?

What Do You Need To Watch Blu-ray 3D?
Do you have questions about Blu-ray 3D like what do you need to watch Blu-ray 3D or whether or not your current Blu-ray player will play 3D Blu-ray movies? Here's a most basic list of four items that you need in order to view 3D Blu-ray movies at home: 
  1. A Blu-ray capable HDTV
  2. A 3D Blu-ray player
  3. Special 3D glasses
  4. Blu-ray 3D movies.
Without the first two pieces of electronic equipment and the glasses, there is simply no way to view the final item on your television at home.

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Brenda

 

Johnny Depp 2011 Calendar - It's Sizzlin'

Johnny Depp 2011 Calendar - It's Sizzlin'


Have you seen the Johnny Depp 2011 calendar? Actually, I should say calendars for dear Johnny is popular enough to have inspired the creation of not one but at least four calendars in 2011. I'm featuring my favorite here but if you're curious, check out Amazon's selection of Johnny Depp calendars by clicking here.

If you were to pick a Johnny Depp calendar, which movies or versions of Johnny would it have to include?  I'm not so keen on the costumed pictures although I loved those movies, too.  I guess I'd rather be able to see the real Johnny. How about you?

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Brenda

More Johnny Depp:

Johnny Depp and Angelina Jolie in THE TOURIST 2010 Movie

The Magic of Flight (2004) on Blu-ray Disc

The Magic of Flight Documentary on Blu-ray
The Magic of Flight is a 39-minute Imax film, which takes you soaring starting with the first flight flown by the Wright Brothers (1903) and with the Blue Angels and their maneuvers. It is a tribute of sorts to aircraft and to people who fly and is narrated by Tom Selleck.

The Magic of Flight was seventh on the list of the best Imax Blu-ray movies in 2008. Definitely a great choice if you love airplanes and flying. It is an older movie that was shot in 1996 and so is of a different quality than those being made with today's Blu-ray technology.

On this page, you will find some information about this Imax documentary film including short reviews, links to excellent and more detailed  reviews and the trailer. 

Imax documentary movies take us to new worlds. Read on to take flight with The Magic of Flight.

REVIEWS

The Magic of Flight has been called, "Astonishing and gut jolting."

DVD Talk says that the aerial film included in this program is both stunning and exciting. "Having a nosecone's view of vertigo inducing quick rolls and drops is really an amazing experience." 

Blu-ray.com says that this film is impressive particularly its audio track that reproduces everything from the thunder of jet engines to the detail of a near-silent flock of birds.

As always, ordinary viewers like you and I are disappointed with the length of this Imax film, which is just 37 minutes long. However, they are not disappointed with the footage, which is amazing in high definition. Reportedly, it cost somewhere in the vicinity of a million dollars a minute to make this IMAX footage. Pretty impressive. See for yourself in the official trailer:

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Order your copy of The Magic of Flight on Blu-ray from Amazon by clicking here!

There are a number of other Imax Blu-ray aviation-themed films available. You might also consider Fighter Pilot- Operation Red Flag or Straight Up: Helicopters in Action.

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Brenda

MORE IMAX DOCUMENTARIES:

The Best Nature & Adventure Documentary Films on Imax


 

Aircraft Carrier Movies and Documentaries on Blu-ray and DVD

Aircraft Carrier Movies and Documentaries on Blu-ray and DVD
I looked to see what aircraft movies or documentaries are available on Blu-ray.  I found just two movies and they are definitely movies, not documentaries.

The first movie is shown here and called The Final Countdown with Kirk Douglas, Martin Sheen and James Farentino. Blu-ray.com says, it "combines action, adventure, and sci-fi elements with a deep philosophical and moral discussion that never becomes too burdensome or too pronounced, always punctuated by moments of intense action and spectacular imagery..." They call this one well worth owning and recommended. 

The second aircraft carrier movie available on Blu-ray is Flight of the Intruder with Danny Glover, Willem Dafoe, Brad Johnson, Rosanna Arquette and Tom Sizemore.  High-Def.com says that if you are a Flight of the Intruder fan, you must own this Blu-ray. Otherwise, they recommend it for renting because it isn't as cool as Top Gun or as emotional as Platoon.
Flight of the Intruder on Blu-ray Disc
These two blu-ray movies aren't quite what Dianne had in mind when she made her list but they are still, I'm sure, great gift ideas for fans of the military movie genre. For authenticity, of course, you will want to visit Dianne's page and see the great gathering of aircraft carrier DVDs she has put together.

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Brenda

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November Christmas 2010 Hallmark Movie

Hallmark's November Christmas Movie


Another new Hallmark Hall of Fame Christmas movie airs tomorrow night and I am excited about this one because it is NOT airing on the Hallmark Channel which means, quite simply, that I get to watch it! (How I do wish I did receive the Hallmark channel! Not only do I miss most of the new Hallmark movies but I also miss Martha Stewart's daily television show.)

Anyway, November Christmas is the story of a couple of families and their community. It tells how people can rally together to help people in their times of need, in this case as a young daughter suffers from a serious illness. Eventually, the father and a neighbor decide to celebrate Christmas in November and come up with a plan to make it happen.

November Christmas stars Sam Elliott, John Corbett, Sarah Paulson, Karen Allen, Elizabeth McLaughlin and Emily Alyn Lind and airs TOMORROW NIGHT, November 28th, on CBS.

Find your copy of November Christmas on Amazon by clicking right here. You can rent it via Prime video or add the DVD to your collection. 

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Brenda

The Twilight Zone on Blu-ray Disc

The Twilight Zone on Blu-ray Disc

The Twilight Zone, Season One, took the seventh spot on my list, the Top 10 Best Blu-ray Movies in 2010 for sound and picture quality.  It's a television series that, more than fifty years later, still has a large following. It is fantastic then that the video and audio have been restored and are reported to be better better than ever.

The complete set, as shown above, contains 156 episodes on 24 discs. I am not sure if they have all been treated to the same restoration.

REVIEWS FOR SEASON ONE


With regard to the quality of the Blu-ray release of Season 1, the experts were thrilled and they said:

Monsters and Critics said this was, "Extremely highly recommended and worth every penny." 

High-Def Digest says, "This is one of the best blu-ray releases of the year and quite possibly one of the best catalog releases in the history of blu-ray."

And finally, Blu-ray.com says, "If you love television, science fiction, fantasy, horror, time travel, Cold War craziness, snappy twist endings, the realm of the unknown, or all of the above, this is an absolute must-have release."

I'm not sure that there is anything I can add to that but I'm thinking I should add it to my Christmas shopping list for my teenage sons. Order your copy of The Twilight Zone Complete series from Amazon by clicking right here.

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Brenda

 

When Will Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Be Released on Blu-ray and DVD?

It's too soon to know for sure when Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 will be released on blu-ray and DVD or to know what will be included when the release does come.  After all, the movie has just been released at the theatres. 

However, I know some of you who are not going to see this movie at the theatre for one reason or another or who just want to add this latest installment in the Harry Potter franchise to their collection, are anxious.

What is known, however, is that Warner Brothers doesn't have a lot of time to play with on this release because of the upcoming release of the second part of the Deathly Hallows this summer. 

Best guesses then of when the blu-ray and DVD will be released, include April or May of 2011.  That allows time for the movie to run its course at the theatre and for the discs to sell in advance of the second movie release.  (Some experts are betting on a strong preview of the second movie being included with the release of the disc for the first movie.)

To know for sure, however, you can sign up with Amazon to be notified when the blu-ray or DVD do become available.

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Brenda

Buy your copy of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows on blu-ray or DVD.
Buy your copy of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows on blu-ray or DVD.

Amazon Daily Deals

Over the last six months or so I have been watching the Amazon Daily Deals and I've seen some pretty good specials. One noteworthy deal that I have seen from time to time is the buy an HDTV television and receive a blu-ray disc player deal. Assuming the electronic choices meet your requirements and have good reviews, that seems like a pretty amazing deal to me.

However, what might be of more interest to people on a day-to-day basis are the daily movie deals. Like today's special on the Harry Potter Years 1 to 6 blu-ray set at just $39.99 with FREE shipping. That savings represents a discount of 60 percent off and probably won't be beat anywhere else again anytime soon. (The corresponding DVD set is also on sale for 60 percent off or just $23.99, which works out to about $4 per movie.)

Some of the specials I have seen will make wonderful Christmas gift ideas and, because they are so deeply discounted, they're budget friendly, too.

If you are not reading this post today, November 23rd, odds are you've missed the Harry Potter movie special. However, the point of my post was really to let you know that Amazon has some pretty amazing deals on their blu-ray and DVD movies every single day. Visit today's specials by clicking right here.

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Brenda

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Best Harry Potter Gift Ideas

If you are shopping for Harry Potter gift ideas, I would like to recommend The Harry Potter Holiday Gift Guide: The Best Harry Potter Gift Ideas.

The gift guide is my newest Harry Potter themed page and is devoted totally to some of the very best gift ideas for Harry Potter fans.  If you are shopping for someone who loves Harry's world, you are sure to find the perfect gift idea on this page or through the resources included on this page. If you already know what you are looking for, you might find it there, too.

You will find some of the best Harry Potter wands, including the new Harry Potter remote control wand; a selection of books and calendars about Harry's world but not written by by J.K. Rowling; costume ideas; decorating ideas; and, t-shirts. You will find the most amazing Harry Potter blu-ray gift set which comes in a replica of Hogwarts Castle and which really is a totally unique gift item. I have even included some Harry Potter stocking stuffer ideas and Christmas ornaments like the Kurt Adler Polonaise ornament shown here.

The Harry Potter Gift Guide is the culmination of much research on my part. It was really my intention to discover some wonderful gift ideas and I think I accomplished that.  I hope you will find it an excellent resource page and even enjoy seeing much of the amazing and magical Harry Potter merchandise that is available.

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Brenda

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The Harry Potter Holiday Gift Guide

The Thin Red Line Blu-ray War Movie

The Thin Red Line Blu-ray War Movie
Those looking for good wartime movies on blu-ray should add The Thin Red Line to their lists. The Thin Red Line appears at number six in the best blu-ray movies of 2010. 

This movie is a 1998 Terrence Malick production that saw the adaptation of James Jones' 1962 book about the World War II battle for Guadalcanal.  This movie featured an all-star cast, which included Sean Penn, Nick Nolte, Elias Koteas, Woody Harrelson, Adrian Brody, George Clooney and John Cusack. Some consider it to be one of the best war movies ever made.

In terms of blu-ray quality, Blu-ray.com very highly recommends it, saying the movie looks and sounds amazing.

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Brenda

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Ratatouille Movie Review on Blu-ray and DVD

RATATOUILLE Blu-ray

Ratatouille is one of if not my favorite animated movie ever. What's not to love about a movie featuring a rat in the kitchen?!?

Once you get past that part (and for some people it IS a sticky point), you will discover a beautiful movie starring one little rat and one young male kitchen employee.

You will combine three of my and possibly your favorite hobbies ~~ movies, food and travel.

You will enjoy the sights and sounds of the city of lights, Paris.

You will be able to smell the very realistic albeit animated soup simmering away on the stove...

And the blu-ray version of Ratatouille? Well, simply put, it is a delight.  High-Def Digest says, "This blu-ray release is also fantastic, boasting absolutely perfect video and audio, plus a great package of extras. This is a must-own disc that no Blu-ray collection should be without."


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Brenda

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Hallmark Christmas Movies 2010

Hallmark's Mrs. Miracle Christmas Movie

If you have the Hallmark Channel, you are no doubt patiently awaiting the arrival of the Christmas movie season. I personally don't have that channel but I do have advance information about a bunch of the new Hallmark Christmas movies being released this year.

Hallmark movie fans will recognize the picture opposite as that of one of last year's Hallmark Christmas movies, Mrs. Miracle, which was Hallmark's highest rated film from 2009 and which was released this Tuesday on DVD.  Following the success of that movie, a second has been made and is entitled Call Me Mrs. Miracle. It is just one of several new Christmas movies that Hallmark plans to air this year.

Also set to air this holiday season are at least five more Christmas movies including:

The Night Before, The Night Before Christmas
The Town Christmas Forgot
November Christmas
Farewell, Mr. Kringle
An Old-Fashioned Christmas

See you
at the movies!
Brenda

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Click here to order your copy of Mrs. Miracle from Amazon.
 

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Movie Release (2010)

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Movie Release 2010

Are you anxious to see the new Harry Potter movie, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows? I am and I'm not sure when I'm going to make it.  The challenge then, as I see it, is going to be managing to avoid hearing anything about the movie or reading any of the reviews that are bound to flood the internet once the movie is released in North America on November 19th, 2010.

Do you have any suggestions as to what I could do to avoid seeing or hearing something about the movie that I don't want to see or hear?

I guess I could log off of my computer, cancel my cable, ignore my newspaper or put on some big FLUFFY (pun intended) earmuffs but maybe the best solution would be simply to go and see the new Harry Potter movie pronto...so that I can rush back here to give you my Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows movie review.

Here's a video preview, an official peek into the movie, with narration by Harry, Ron and Hermione...


Here's to a fantastic new Harry Potter movie...even if it is only Part 1.  You do realize, of course, that this Part 1 and Part 2 thing is going to give us a dilemma down the road...will you buy Part 1 when it is released on Blu-ray or will you wait until Part 2 has been released first at the movie theatres in July, 2011, and then on Blu-ray so that you can buy the two movies as a set...and no doubt they will be very attractively bundled as a boxed set. Find your copy of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows movie here on Amazon.

See you at
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows!
Brenda

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What Is The Best Hallmark Christmas Commercial?


What is the best Hallmark Christmas commercial?

Did you know that when people watch a Hallmark Hall of Fame movie, they WATCH the commercials, too? How about that they have favorite Hallmark Christmas commercials and that Hallmark receives a flood of mail if their favorite is not aired during a movie? Finally, do you know which Hallmark Christmas commercial is the most popular and most requested?

I think it is a tribute to Hallmark that people love Hallmark commercials and that they are as important to some people as the actual movie is. The most popular commercial is one that originally aired in the 1990s and featured a 10-year old boy waiting with longing for the return of his brother from overseas. I can see why it is so popular and must warn you to have a box of tissues at hand before you hit the play button.


After watching, I am sure you can see why this commercial is so very popular. I have no idea if they'll be airing it this year but, if not, you can be sure that it will be replaced with another heartfelt message.

See you
at the movies!
Brenda


Entertainment Weekly's Johnny Depp & Angelina Jolie The Tourist Cover

Entertainment Weekly's Johnny Depp & Angelina Jolie The Tourist Cover
Love Johnny Depp? How about Angelina Jolie? If so, then you will love the cover of the November 19th Holiday Movie Preview issue of Entertainment Weekly and if you hadn't already been planning to see the movie, seeing this handsome pair on the cover might just convince you to put their new movie on your watch list.

The Tourist opens in North American movie theatres on December 10th, 2010. I'm a bit disappointed with the timing of the release because I would rather see a Christmas movie at that time in December. However, I'll have to see if I can find time in my holiday schedule to take a holiday of another sort in Italy with Depp and Jolie in The Tourist.

What do you think of this cover? Is it enough to make you want to see The Tourist? Or is the presence of two of the biggest movie stars of our times enough to make this movie a must see?

See you
at the movies!
Brenda

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