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Take a Peek at 'Consciously Created Cinema'!

Take a Peek at ‘Consciously Created Cinema’!

Want to read an excerpt from the Introduction to my new book, Consciously Created Cinema: The Movie Lover’s Guide to the Law of Attraction? Just click here, and enjoy! Cover deign by Paul L. Clark, www.inspirtainment.com ...
R.I.P., Mr. Williams

R.I.P., Mr. Williams

In the midst of the many tributes being paid on the passing of Robin Williams, it’s ironic that one of his best films — and one that many movie fans seeking solace are now taking comfort in — was, in fact, about the subject of death and the afterlife, the visually stunning “What Dreams May Come” (1998). I wrote about this excellent picture in my first book, “Get the Picture.” And here’s a fine Huffington Post article addressing the significance of this tremendous film, available by clicking here ...
‘Moonlight’ seeks to expose the magic of life

‘Moonlight’ seeks to expose the magic of life

“Magic in the Moonlight” (2014). Cast: Colin Firth, Emma Stone, Eileen Atkins, Jacki Weaver, Marcia Gay Harden, Hamish Linklater, Simon McBurney, Jeremy Shamos, Erica Leerhsen, Catherine McCormack. Director: Woody Allen. Screenplay: Woody Allen. Web site. Trailer. Life would be pretty tedious if everything could be explained in purely rational terms. As valuable as logic and the intellect are, they don’t take into account the mystery of magic and the intuition, elements that add spice and flavor to our lives and the realities we create for ourselves. And forgoing one of those components of existence at the expense of the other can be a painful experience, to be sure. Learning to strike a balance between the two is important to our well-being and happiness as a beleaguered protagonist discovers for himself in the latest offering from director Woody Allen, “Magic in the Moonlight.” Stanley Crawford (a.k.a. Wei Ling Soo) (Colin Firth) enjoys quite a following as a master magician touring the capitals of 1920s Europe. Ironically, though, for all the seemingly astounding feats he performs on stage before captivated audiences, Stanley is a scrupulously rational man who believes everything can be explained with logic and facts. And, because of his proficiency ...
The August Issue of New Age News Is Now Out

The August Issue of New Age News Is Now Out

I’m pleased to announce that the August edition of New Age News magazine containing my latest article, “Exploring Probabilities — For Success!”, is now available from the iTunes Store! Check out this jam-packed issue by clicking here ...
‘Get On Up’ shows how to tap the spark within

‘Get On Up’ shows how to tap the spark within

“Get On Up” (2014). Cast: Chadwick Boseman, Nelsan Ellis, Dan Aykroyd, Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer, Craig Robinson, Lennie James, Fred Melamed, Jill Scott, Brandon Smith, Aunjanue Ellis, Tika Sumpter, Jacinte Blankenship, Jamarion Scott, Jordan Scott. Director: Tate Taylor. Screenplay: Jez Butterworth and John-Henry Butterworth. Story: Steven Baigelman, Jez Butterworth and John-Henry Butterworth. Web site. Trailer. We all possess an inner spark of creativity that, if tapped, enables us to do great things. Recognizing and making use of that spirit within, however, is something many may never attain. But, when we’re cognizant enough to do so, the results can be astounding, as a music industry trailblazer discovers for himself in the entertaining new biopic, “Get On Up.” Doing justice to the life story of an iconic figure is never an easy undertaking, but “Get On Up” does just that for music industry giant James Brown (1933-2006). As one of the most original and most influential artists of the 20th Century, Brown (Chadwick Boseman) created a sound all his own. And, in doing so, he broke down barriers in the music he created, the audiences he reached and the way the industry does business. (Not bad for an impoverished kid from the ...
‘I Origins’ choreographs the dance of science and spirit

‘I Origins’ choreographs the dance of science and spirit

“I Origins” (2014). Cast: Michael Pitt, Brit Marling, Astrid Bergès-Frisbey, Steven Yeun, Archie Panjabi, Kashish, Cara Seymour, Venida Evans, Crystal Anne Dickinson, William Mapother. Director: Mike Cahill. Screenplay: Mike Cahill. Web site. Trailer. The relationship between science and spirit is an often-precarious one. Each of these metaphysical dance partners tries to lead or sometimes even dominate the steps they take together. But, considering it takes two to tango, they need to collaborate and achieve a proper balance if they’re to work together successfully in creating the reality we experience. That elaborate, intertwined footwork is the subject of an intriguing new science fiction release, “I Origins.” Many of us believe that “the eyes are the window to the soul.” But, for Dr. Ian Gray (Michael Pitt), a molecular biologist, they’re the key to scientific proof of evolution. The New York City grad student believes that, if it’s possible to conclusively document that contention, it would not only prove the theory, but it would also finally, and definitively, put an end to what he considers the childish, nonsensical notions of the nature of existence put forth by religion and spirituality. In essence, he’s out to disprove the notion of intelligent design, a ...
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