Films to watch on St. Patrick’s Day 2012
17 Mar 2012 Leave a Comment
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Darby O’Gill and the Little People (1959) Rated G
An old Irishman tries to steal the gold of the leprechaun’s.
The Departed (2006) Rated R
In South Boston, the state police force are waging a war on Irish-American organized crime. Undercover cop Billy Costigan is assigned to infiltrate the mob syndicate, which is run by gangland chief Frank Costello. Billy quickly gains Costello’s confidence. Colin Sullivan is a hardened young criminal who has infiltrated the police department as an informer for the syndicate. Colin is rising to a position of power within the Special Investigation Unit. Each man becomes deeply consumed by his double life, gathering information about the plans and counter-plans of the operations he has penetrated. But when it becomes clear to both the mob and the police that there’s a mole in their midst, Billy and Colin are suddenly thrust into danger. Afraid of being caught and exposed to the enemy, they each must race to uncover the identity of the other man in time to save himself.
Far and Away (1992) Rated PG-13
A poor but proud Irish tenant farmer accompanies the spoiled and headstrong daughter of a wealthy landlord to America in a quest for land.
Finian’s Rainbow (1968) Rated G
An Irish rogue journeys to America with a stolen crock of leprechaun gold, his spirited daughter in tow.
The Quiet Man (1952) Rated NR
Sean Thornton is an American who swears off boxing after accidentally killing an opponent. Returning to the Irish town of his birth, he finds happiness when he falls in love with the fiery Mary Kate. Though he is sorely tempted to pick up the gloves against her brother, the town bully, Sean is determined not to use his fists. Mary Kate and Sean wed but her brother refuses to pay the dowry. Sean would rather walk away than accept this challenge. Even when his new wife accuses him of cowardice, Sean stands firm. But when she boards a train to leave, he is finally ready to take matters into his own hands.
December 7th, 1941-A Day That Will Live Infamy
03 Dec 2011 Leave a Comment
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In remembrance of December 7th, here is a list of films to watch.
The Final Countdown (1980) Rated PG
When an electrical storm transports the nuclear-powered U.S.S. Nimitz back in time, hours before the bombing of Pearl Harbor, the crew must decide between allowing the attack to take place and preventing it, which would forever change history.
From Here to Eternity (1953) Rated NR
Drama about life in the Army in the days prior to World War II. Private Prewitt is a soldier and former boxer being manipulated by his superior and peers. His friend Maggio tries to help him but has his own troubles. Sergeant Warden and Karen Holmes tread on dangerous ground as lovers in an illicit affair. Each of their lives will be changed when their stories culminate on the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
In Harm’s Way (1965) Rated NR
Epic treatment of the bombing of Pearl Harbor and the attack on the naval base.
Pearl Harbor (2001) Rated PG-13
Two childhood best friends, Rafe and Danny, grow up wanting to fly planes. When Rafe gets the chance to join the Royal Air Force during World War II, he takes it, leaving his new love, Evelyn, a dedicated Navy nurse, and Danny, also a pilot, behind. Danny and Evelyn are transferred separately to the idyllic paradise of Hawaii, where they eventually meet through a connection to Rafe, who has been declared missing. But just as the love triangle begins to get complicated, Dec. 7, 1941 arrives, changing all of their lives forever.
Tora! Tora! Tora! (1970) Rated G
A dramatization which chronicles the bombing of Pearl Harbor from both the Japanese and American points of view.
Honorable Mention: The Winds Of War (1983) Rated NR
Set against the backdrop of world events that led to the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. Naval officer, Victor “Pug” Henry, and his family learn to navigate the waters of dangerous times in the late 1930s. While Germany expands and proceeds to seize several border countries, Italy attempts to establish a Fascist Colonial Empire under Mussolini and Japan prepares for a major battle with China. Meanwhile, the Henry clan finds itself drawn into the center of the conflict as they deal with the drama, romance, tragedy and heroism that lead to America’s involvement in World War II.
POW/MIA Recognition Day September 16th
17 Sep 2011 Leave a Comment
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Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) Rated PG
When British P.O.W.s build a vital railway bridge in enemy-occupied Burma, Allied commandos are assigned to destroy it.
Great Escape (1963) Rated NR
A high-security German prisoner-of-war camp in 1942 holds only known troublemakers and risk-takers, all of whom are determined to pull off the war’s most daring escape.
In Enemy Hands (2004) Rated R
The U.S.S. Swordfish U-boat is taken prisoner in a battle with a German sub. Meningitis strikes half the German crew. Avoiding the contagion and POW protocol, crew members and prisoners must work together to survive.
Prisoners of the Sun (1991) Rated R
In the aftermath of World War II, a mass grave of brutally executed Australian POWs is discovered. A tough military lawyer and his team are dispatched to prosecute the Japanese guards. To win his fight for justice, the lawyer must deal with an American officer protecting his national interests and a Japanese commander who has sworn his troops to a blood oath of silence.
Stalag 17 (1953) Rated NR
A group of American G.I.s in a POW camp suspect a spy is among them.
Three Wishes (1995) Rated PG
A mother and her two young sons try to survive the best they can since her husband, the boys’ father, is presumed to have died in the Korean War. One day they meet an injured stranger and his dog who change their lives.
Blake Edwards
17 Dec 2010 Leave a Comment
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Blake Edwards passed away on Dec. 15th, 2010 due to complications from pneumonia. We will all remember his films for the joy and laughter that he brought to them.
Blind Date (1987) Rated PG-13
Workaholic Walter Davis invites beautiful southern belle Nadia Gates to a corporate dinner, expecting to impress his associates with this dazzling beauty. But all hell breaks loose when Nadia has “one too many” and reduces the evening to a shambles.
Breakfast At Tiffany’s (1961) Rated NR
Holly Golightly is an eccentric New York City playgirl determined to marry a Brazilian millionaire. Her next-door neighbor, the writer Paul, is himself “sponsored” by a wealthy woman.
Operation Petticoat (1959) Rated NR
The U.S.S. Sea Tiger is forced out to sea prematurely by any enemy air attack. The sub leaks, and limps along its path. Five stranded Army nurses board it and initiate their own renovations–and the sub ends up a blushing pink, making it a target for both Japanese and American forces.
The Pink Panther (1964) Rated NR
A bumbling, disaster-prone inspector invades a Swiss ski resort and becomes obsessed with capturing a jewel thief hoping to lift the legendary ‘Pink Panther’ diamond.
Victor/Victoria (1982) Rated NR
A poverty-stricken singer in 1930s Paris becomes convinced that the only way she can earn a living on the nightclub circuit is to masquerade as a man who impersonates women. Then she meets the man of her dreams.
