Where It All Started Makes a Great Gift!
In Get the Picture?!: Conscious Creation Goes to the Movies, award-winning author Brent Marchant takes readers on an enlightening and entertaining odyssey through the landscape of film
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The Book That Continued the Story Makes a Great Gift!
A Filmmaker’s Odyssey on The Cinema Scribe
Tune in for the latest Cinema Scribe segment on Bring Me 2 Life Radio, beginning Tuesday December 1
‘The Inspection’ showcases what makes a family of choice
Family has long been seen as an institution dictated almost exclusively by bloodline considerations. However, over time, this view has gradually shifted to one where family has become what we make of it. It’s a principle that has assumed many forms, too, based on an array of defining characteristics, some of which have deviated significantly from traditional models. But what’s most important behind this development has been the beneficial impact it has had on many individuals who simply didn’t feel as though they belonged with their blood relatives
‘The Fabelmans’ examines an artist’s roots
When we look upon the works of gifted artists – regardless of the medium involved – we’re often tempted to wonder where the abilities that gave rise to them came from. To be sure, much of the credit obviously belongs to these creative types themselves, but still there are other influences that help to nudge their talents to the surface, inspirations that bring out their innate skills and enable them to flourish.
The Perfect Gift for Movie and Book Lovers!
Looking for the perfect gift for the cinephile, book lover or enlightenment seeker in your life? Consider these three entertaining and insightful titles, available in print and ebook formats
This Week in Movies with Meaning
Reviews of "She Said," "Triangle of Sadness," "Bardo" and "Falling" are all in the latest Movies with Meaning post on the web site of The Good Media Network
‘Bardo’ takes a long, introspective look at life
How often do we seriously take the time to contemplate life’s bigger questions? We either preoccupy ourselves with everyday matters that unwittingly prompt us to put these issues on the back burner, or we may view these subjects as too daunting or scary, pushing them into the dark recesses of our consciousness for later handling (opportunities for which almost never surface). But how prepared do these approaches leave us for the time when we really will have to address them?
‘She Said’ offers a profile in courage and determination
The David and Goliath narrative is a common template in literature and screenwriting. And, all too often, it’s a recurring theme in many real world events. One hopes that the outcome in those everyday instances mirrors that of their literary counterpart, though circumstances don’t always shake out that way. The chances of success are far greater, however, when addressed from a standpoint of courage and determination
The Haves Vs. the Have-Nots on The Cinema Scribe
Tune in for the latest Cinema Scribe segment on Bring Me 2 Life Radio, beginning Tuesday November 22