Sunday, February 22, 2009

Movie Rentals: Free Internet Tv Movies

By Frank Hubert

Today, a lot of people rent films regularly. Normally they wait for the DVD to come out, in place of watching films at the movie theaters. Here is a short list of some of the most popular DVD rentals in October 2008.

INDIANA JONES AND THE KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL: Indiana is back in action, after a 19 year break. This is the most recent movie in the Indiana Jones movies. In this episode an older Indiana takes on the Russians. The Soviets are looking for the Crystal Skulls, which are thought to have secret powers.

INDIANA JONES AND THE KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL: Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) returns to action, after a few years off. This is the most recent movie about the adventures of Indiana Jones. In this episode Indiana takes on the Russians. This time, it's off top the amazone to search for some South American relics, and the secrets they carry.

THE LAZARUS PROJECT: Ben Garvey, once a bad boy criminal, has changed his life for the better. With a loving family, and a good job, things are pretty darn good. Then, he gets fired from his job, and he goes back to his old criminalistic ways. The heist is a complete failure, and he winds up on death row. He expects the lethal injection to kill him. Incredibly, he wakes up bewildered, and in a mental hospital. Now its all on the line, his sanity, and his soul.

LINEWATCH: Michael Dixon is a veteran boarder patrolman in New Mexico, and life seems to be good. Soon his past is about to rear it's ugly head. He grew up in a violent Los Angeles gang, but he had the courage to leave. When simple bad luck gives away his location to his old gang, he finds himself in a potentially deadly situation. He is forced risk it all, and help gang leader drake move a large drug shipment into the U.S.

THE INCREDIBLE HULK: This feature film tells a story about Military scientist Dr. Bruce Banner, who is now, due to a military accident, has become the Incredible Hulk. This feature film is an epic tale of the marvel comic character the green Hulk. Key cast members are Edward Norton, Tim Roth and Liv Tyler. The director is Louis Leterrier. This movie would be considered a sci-fi/thriller.

DECEPTION: Accountant Jonathan McQuarry meets big time corporate lawyer Wyatt Bose. This is an event that turns his life upside down. He is exposed to "The List", where people find involvement in a sexual indescretions. But, he is driven into a world of corruption, treason and murder.

JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF THE EARTH: Trying to find his lost brother, professor Trevor Anderson travels to Iceland that sends him into the depths of our planet. This is another version of the 1959 production, which was about the science fiction book by celbrated writer Jules Verne. Cast includes Brendan Fraser, Josh Hutchinson, Anita Briem, and Seth Myers.

THE HAPPENING: Science teacher Elliot Moore, with his wife, and Julian, with his daughter Jess are getting away from the big city. The northeastern U.S. has been thrown into chaos. People have been overwhelmed by some unknown malady, and are commiting suicide. Will mankind find an answer, or is this the last stand of humans on Earth?

IRON MAN: Weapons developer, business mogal, Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) is captured by insurgent fighters in Afghanastan. They demand him to create weapon systems for the insurgent group. He was hurt when his convoy was attacked, and has shrapnel stuck in his chest. To overcome his wound, and make his get away, he designs a suit of armor, that makes him super strong. Iron Man, a new super hero has arrived.

SPEED RACER: A cartoon from the 90's is now a movie hit. Similar to the movie The Flinstones, Speed Racer turns a cartoon into a movie with real actors. Speed Racer is an ambitious young man who loves racing. His goal is to win The Crucible, one of the biggest rally races that his older brother lost his live in. Against the odds, and the future of the family business at risk, he partners up with his arch rival Racer X, so he can win, and keep his families racing business alive.

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Saturday, February 21, 2009

2008 Box Office Hits By Druti

By Derek Fisch

I have made a short list of the movies released this year (2008). I have chosen a few of the films I found entertaining in this years crop. I'm sure that you can find a picture or two that are a good viewing.

WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS: Wild and crazy nights in Las Vegas are normal. Joy and Jack, who had just met, wake up and soon realize that they had married each other the night before. After winning a huge jackpot, each thinks they deserve the prize, so they ask a judge for a decision. The strange ruling is that the two must stay married for a few months, and see if they can settle their differences. With $3 million on the line, they each try to get the other to give up, as both desire to get the money for themselves.

HAMLET 2: Failed actor Mr. Marshz has found himself teaching theater classes at the high school to uninterested students. When they lose a building at the campus, the school administation feels that the useless theater coarses must be eliminated. With a challenge now in front of him, he sets out to save the theater classes by producing Hamlet 2, a sequel to the original work, which he creates.

WANTED: Wesley, an office worker going nowhere in life, learns that the father he never knew, is a contract killer. When his father is killed, Wesley is basically forced into the secret society of killers that his dad was a member of. He is transformed from a nobody office worker into the killing expert that is in his blood. From there, things get very complex and twisted. Enjoy this roller coaster ride.

10,000 B.C.: This film will take you back 1,000's of years. When mysterious warlords from another tribe attack the Yaghai's, they capture, among others, Evolet. A young hunter named D'Leh, who is in love with her, organizes a band of hunters to chase down these warmongers, and save her, and the rest of the captured tribe members.

JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF THE EARTH: Searching for his missing brother, science professor Trevor Anderson sets out on a journey that sends him into the depths of our planet. This is a newer edition of the original 1959 movie, that was formed from the science fiction book by highly acclaimed author Jules Verne. Brendan Fraser, Josh Hutchinson, Anita Briem, and Seth Myers star in this adventure film.

Jumper: While almost drowning, David Rice (Hayden Christensen) learns he has an unbelievable ability. He has the ability to actually teleport himself to any place he wants to go, at any time. Eventually, he discovers that he is not alone in having this capability. After years of "jumping" around the planet, he is exposed to hunters that think jumpers are a threat, and need to be eliminated. He must fight for his life, as these paladins try to track him down.

GET SMART: Maxwell Smart (agent 86) is here again, and everything is under "CONTROL". The classic James Bond spy spoof, the shoe phone, and the cone of silence. It is fun to have another glimpse back at the 1960's spy spoof series.

ZACK AND MIRI MAKE A PORNO: The bills are piling up and Zack and Miri, roomates and good friends, need to come up with some cash soon. What's their solution? Easy, make a dirty movie. As you can imagine this is a perfect enviornment for a great comedy.

STEP BROTHERS: When two child like older men, who both live at home with one parent, find themselves having to live in the same bedroom because their mom and dad get married, you have one crazy situation. Put Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly acting as these two idiots, and the conditions are right for a very fun film. This comedy looks like a best bet for comedy lovers.

Many people will buy films, and views them on their home entertainment system. A new way people are aquiring movies is by downloading them directly from online sources. The internet has many websites that with a membership, you can download virtually any movie ever made.

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Friday, February 20, 2009

Comedy Scripts at a Glance

By Charlie Reese

To my mind, writing comedy scripts has an appeal far greater and more universal than most types of writing do. After all, not everyone wants to create a dramatic, serious story, but everyone wants to be funny now and then. I think that most people like to tell jokes and imagine comedic situations, and it is not uncommon for your average guy on the street to dream about stitching these jokes together into comedian scripts.

In reality, of course, there is a lot more to comedy scripts than just being funny. For a script to be truly funny, it has to be woven together well. Usually, doing one gag after another only works for so long. There also has to be a plot filled with compelling characters that the audience genuinely cares about. Just because you write a comedy script does not mean that you can ignore the more universal script requirements. You still have to put together something compelling.

That does not mean that writing comedy scripts is necessarily out of the league of the average person. The most important thing for a writer is to be able to relate, and there are a tremendous number of people who can relate to funny scenes and situations. Good comedy scripts are often based on real-life awkward situations and events that we all go through. Bringing a bit of humor to these issues is one of the best ways to really examine them. Writing or watching a comedy film can really deepen your understanding of some crucial things.

One of the best ways to become a comedy writer is to simply watch and read as many comedy scripts as you can get your hands on. Watching movies is a good start, but it is also important to look at a copy of the script to see what it was to begin with, and how it got transformed into a film. After all, to write a comedy script, you have to think like a comedy writer, and not just like a movie watcher.

This can be a pretty difficult task for some people, but having a movie script in front of you can really help you to do it. When you see a movie, you are seeing the vision of the actors, the director, the cinematographer, and many other people on top of that of the writer. With the script, you get to see the writer's vision in better focus.

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Thursday, February 19, 2009

Cancelling a TV Show

By Charlie Reese

Sometimes, a television series is cancelled before anyone in the series is ready for it to be. Cancelled TV shows are a part of life for networks that look to the ratings as their guide. Some series only last one or two seasons. In some cases, the shows have received critical acclaim and have a large fan base. Fans have mounted protest campaigns to bring a show back. Some have returned, only to flounder again. In the end, the viewing figures have to justify the enormous cost that goes into production. Working in TV is a precarious career and nothing can be taken for granted.

Cult followings may not be enough to save some productions but many cancelled TV shows will not be forgotten and they live on in re-runs and DVD releases. It's strange to think that the original Star Trek was axed despite the pleas of Trekkies everywhere. It debuted in 1966 on NBC and the first two seasons received Best Dramatic Series nominations. The final episode was broadcast in 1969. The series has now been remastered. Since then, the franchise has blossomed with Star Trek movies, and more TV series with Star Trek: The Next Generation, Deep Space 9, Voyager and Enterprise. Trekkies now await the release of a new film based on this original show.

ABC premiered its drama, Day Break in 2006, only to air six episodes of the thirteen that were made. The unshown episodes were later broadcast on the TV One cable network. The plot's main character was detective Brett Hopper, played by Taye Diggs, previously seen in Private Practice. Hopper has been framed for murder and sets out to prove his innocence. The twist to the show was that the detective was in a time blip, as in Groundhog Day, and had to re-live the same day. A DVD of this one season cancelled television show is available with commentary from stars of the series.

Sometimes, a sequel does not have the same success as the original that inspired it. Nevertheless, Joey has a loyal following. A spin off from the mega hit Friends, Joey's debut was on NBC in 2004. It was cancelled in 2006 without finishing its run of episodes. The Joey Tribbiani character was reprised by Matt LeBlanc. Joey has re-located to Hollywood to further his movie ambitions and lives with his sister Gina (Drea de Matteo) and his nephew Michael (Paulo Costanzo). Old buddy David Schwimmer, who played Ross Geller in Friends, lent his support by directing a couple of episodes. The axe still fell even after the show won the People's Choice Award for Favorite New Television comedy. The DVD of the first season is widely available but the second season DVD has limited distribution so far and has not been released in the USA or UK.

Arrested Development was a Fox sitcom, centering on the Bluth family. It ran from 2003 to 2006, winning 16 Emmy Awards and it broadcast around the world. The show's dysfunctional family could not be saved but there are plans for a movie version. Ron Howard was the Executive Producer and narrator for the cancelled TV show, which starred Jason Bateman, Jeffrey Tambor and Portia de Rossi. Recurring roles were played by Ed Begley Jr, Henry Winkler and Liza Minnelli.

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Wednesday, February 18, 2009

How To Get New Movie Downloads

By Kerry Winks

More than ever, new movie downloads have become a serious option. Years ago, people would have to spend a lot of money if they wanted to download a movie from the internet but that has all changed. In fact, with internet speed increasing, people are finding that downloading free movies has never been easier or quicker.

Although there are many benefits, to download a free movie to your computer or iPod is extremely fast. You will find some great websites but both CinemaNow and Movielink have made the biggest impression. Just remember, a window media player is needed on the computer for the movie to be viewed.

In addition to the larger movie companies, smaller ones to include Unbox and Guba are also making a splash. Remember, just because companies are small does not mean they have little to offer. In fact, both large and small companies have great movie selections so once downloaded, you are on your way to a relaxing time with a great movie.

If you were to do research, you would find several great site for free movie downloads but Movielink is famous for having one of the best selections on the internet. The selection is huge and the movie makers well know such as Sony, MGM, Paramount, Universal Studio, and more. By having such a large choice, you know the movies are the best available for download.

Now, while there are some actual free movies, it is important to understand that sometimes, there is a processing fee. Typically, the older movies will cost anywhere from .99 to $3.99. However, if you want to download a movie that has just been released to DVD, you would expect to pay from $4.99 to $19.99.

For any new movie downloads, just read the fine print so you know you are working with a reputable company. To ensure this, we suggest you try to find companies that have Digital Rights Management, which means all downloads offered are legal. With this, you have peace of mind that everything is on the up and up.

Additionally, movie downloads are just one offering by many companies. In other words, while movies are the most common, you could also find concerts, documentaries, television shows, games, and much more. In addition to new movie downloads, having this variety appeals to a broad audience.

The number of people choosing free movies is astounding. Whether you work hard or late, you can enjoy a good movie at home without having to run out to get one. This coupled with the amount of money saved with downloadable movies is why this option has become so popular.

In addition, free movie downloads make life so much easier and convenient. Regardless of the time of day, you can choose a movie you like and in minutes, be watching it. This means everyone has a choice of what to see in a cost effective solution.

Even if you have someone special in your life and you want some quiet time, then free movies would be a quick and affordable way to spend the evening. You would never even have to leave to get the movie, just log onto the internet and find what you want. Movies to download come in such a huge selection, you are sure to find a long list of things you want to see.

The next time you are interested in a movie, check out movie downloads for free. You will likely be shocked at the huge possibilities, many movies you never expected to find. This is such an affordable and convenient solution, movies online is changing the world of entertainment.

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Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Movie Downloads For Dumdums

By Charlie Pantz

Downloading movies is far more convenient and eco-friendly than taking a drive out to the local video store. Most Americans believe that they make a bigger contribution to the environment by downloading a movie online. It doesn't even compare to renting or buying at a video store.

Some of these new service providers distribute the films in a streaming format. Others allow you to download the film. Company's who currently sell download movies usually provide you with some software.

To use these services you will also need a high-speed Internet connection. This means that modem users will not be able to use these services. Another consideration is that with a streaming movie, you cannot stop or pause it like you can with a download or DVD.

This means that users with a modem will not be able to use these services. Downloading films requires a lot of disk space. This may not be practical for use on older computers.

Today, more and more people understand that having a video subscription at a traditional video store simply does not cut it anymore. This is true for several reasons. Whenever you rent a movie from the video store, you have to waste time driving to the store.

Choose the legal and no virus attack movie download websites for safety. Now there is no need to spend big bucks on CDs or DVDs of movies. These are also quite expensive, whereas, the ones that can be downloaded from movie sites online are available almost for free.

Also, a store keeps a limited number of copies of each film. The film you've waited all day to see could very well be rented at the moment. The cost of a subscription varies, but generally it will be at least a dollar per film.

The cost of a subscription varies, but usually it's going to be at least a dollar per movie. Online movie downloads are a different story altogether. You only need to spend a few minutes searching for a movie and setting up the download.

The Internet has a selection of films that is incredible. Literally, millions of films are available to you whenever you go online. And they are not already rented by someone else.

There are also a large variety of movies that can be accessed at these sites. Choose the best ones and they can then be selected to download. These movie download sites also provide a search option. You can just submit the name of the movie you have been looking for and it will be searched within a minute for you to download. Click on it and go about your business. By the time you pop the popcorn it will be ready to watch.

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Monday, February 16, 2009

80 Million Movies For Download

By Britney Shields

Unlimited movie downloads have made it much easier for busy folks like us to watch our favorite movies conveniently at our own time. The fast pace of life we live sometimes simply cannot afford us the time to catch movies at the cinema. Watching a movie at home during our weekends or late at night thus becomes a more desirable alternative

Downloading movies is a great option for a lot of people, so let's take some of the mystery out of downloading movies and discuss what people need if they want to take advantage of this time and money-saving movie viewing method.

The picture quality is of absolute importance. It is going to be a huge disappointment when you realize that the downloaded movie images are so fuzzy that you cannot make any sense out of the show. What a waste of time and effort! Go for DVD quality movies as these are now available at several popular download sites.

The most useful movie download websites should have a very wide selection of files to choose from. Some websites will have very small selection of movies that they will charge you expensively for a membership. The best I have seen so far offers you over 100 million movie and music files to download.

So, now you don't have to go to the DVD shop every time you feel like watching a movie. You can download full length DVD movies at the comfort of your home and watch them any time without depending on the video shop's working hours, public holidays and weekends.

With gas now being more expensive than ever, why are you still driving to your local video game store to purchase all your psp games and movies? With today technology, you are now able to download psp games and movies for free without leaving the comfort of your own home.

For those who would rather stay indoors to watch their favorite movies can purchase them at local movie shops or at the shopping malls. There is always the option of renting from the video rental shops. I am sure you still remember the video tapes we grew up watching.

According to a news report, around three billion movies, songs and video clips were downloaded in the last month only from a single website. But of course, most of them were illegal. According to the report given by BBC, the number of TV files and movies downloaded illegitimately has been increased up to three times.

Today, it is very easy to download many files online, using fast Internet broadband connection. The files could be music, movies, software, TV shows and more. For download efficiency, these files are compressed.

The majority of these websites do offer pc games, movies and software for free, but that is the problem. It's great being able to get hold of full free games and movies without having to pay for it, but sometimes you also have to end up paying a price for downloading something for free.

As a rule, if a free movie download site is legal, the selection of movies is quite limited. Though it can be counted in thousands and even millions, you will not find any recent blockbusters in their listings.

An advantage to joining is that if you watch a movie and you want to add it to your movie collection, you can. You have complete legal rights to do it. You will not have to worry about breaking piracy rules or getting a bootleg copy of a movie. The quality of the burnt DVD will be just as if you purchased it from your local retail store.

You can even burn the download full length DVD movies, burn them to a disk and watch the new releases as often as you would like. The great thing is that the quality of the recorded DVD will not be any different from the store-bought or rented DVD.

With the fast downloading speeds of advanced websites you no more have to wait hours to download a full length DVD movie. The entire process is many times easier and faster than going to the DVD shop, browsing through the selection, standing in a line to pay, etc.

Buying a movie or even renting it nowadays may not be the best idea. Since the full length movie downloads are readily available 24/7, fast to search and find and quick to download, it can be a genuine convenience.

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