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Psycho
An iconic Hitchcock thriller that struck fear and foreboding into the hearts and souls of everybody who dared to view it. A suspenseful tale that made a nation of lone women afraid to check in at any quiet motel. Never again could any woman take a shower without feeling afraid.
By Liam Ireland3 years ago in Critique
Tug Of War
Here is McCartney finally stepping out of the shadow of the Beatles with a beautifully produced album full of musical gems. The lushly produced title track sings to me at a very deep level about my intimate relationships, to the point of tearing up. The orchestration is to die for.
By Liam Ireland3 years ago in Critique
August 15th
Holy cow. August 15th, National Acadia day, celebrates the Catholic feast of the Assumption, when the Virgin Mary’s body and soul ascended to heaven. Orthodox communities commemorate the Dormition, when Christ’s mother awakens from sleep. Ancient Egyptians celebrated the rising of Sirius, which brilliantly shines as a jewel on Isis.
By Katherine D. Graham3 years ago in Critique
Death Warmed Over
Do you like detective stories or zombie stories? If your answer is yes to both questions, you’re going to love Kevin J Anderson’s Death Warmed Over. The main character is a zombie detective looking for his girlfriend's killer, who is a poltergeist. It all happens in New Orleans.
By Mark Gagnon3 years ago in Critique
It's Still In The Air Tonight
Phil Collins's smash hit, In the Air Tonight, was the perfect piece to use in one of the most intense series premieres in television history, Miami Vice. The slow burn to the rhythmic pick-up in the beat, the words perfectly fitting the action, it's never been done any better.
By Jason Ray Morton 3 years ago in Critique
A Nickelback
Criticizing Nickelback is really just criticizing the mind-numbingly mundane all around us. Imagine the difficulty of ensuring all your albums cover exactly these topics:
By Brent Tharp3 years ago in Critique
River Wild
If being in the wilderness where you literally have to be airlifted by helicopter for any kind of emergency didn’t scare you before, please see this movie for a refresher.
By L Mincola3 years ago in Critique
Oh My God, What For, My Eyes!
In my tiny belfry, I stare at a fly, Slyly landing, On foody panoply. Funny fucking fly. If I killed him, though, I surely would cry.
By Brent Tharp3 years ago in Critique
The Hours
Four women and three men look for happiness in an unhappy world, realising, sooner or later, that happiness is fleeting and masked by their period's societal beliefs and life's relentless tribulations. The Hours is the greatest movie ever made; a masterpiece like no other, with music composed for the Cosmos.
By Patrick M. Ohana3 years ago in Critique
Isn't It "Ironic"?
Oh, sweet Alanis, I'm a sucker for Canadian women—their doe eyes, kind dispositions, and lilting way of talking creating loin-aching twangs that cause even the most masculine of men to genuflect as their heartstrings are pulled hard.
By Brent Tharp3 years ago in Critique
Assassin’s Creed
Nothing is true. Everything is permitted. Not dogma but instead a revelation, those who came before leads Desmond on, don't give away your freedom cries Ezio. A brotherhood meant to serve the light. Seek the truth for yourself, requiescat in pace. The best games are with Altaïr and Ezio Auditore.
By Jazzy 3 years ago in Critique
The Pulitzer Prize Winning "THE KILLER ANGELS"
Intensify your understanding of the turning point battle of the Civil War, Gettysburg. Enter the minds and hearts of the soldiers, argue strategies, command troops, engage in raging battles and fight for your life.
By mark william smith3 years ago in Critique