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BlueEggBabe
True Blue Farmgirl
417 Posts
Susan
PA
417 Posts |
 Posted - Nov 20 2005 : 12:06:48 PM
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Did you also see a preview for Casanova with Heath Ledger?
nope,didn't see that one.My daughter swoons over him though! In fact, all the other previews I saw paled in comparison to Tristan & Isolde. I can't even recall what they were.
Did see a huge billboard for "Narnia" that looked like it would be cool to watch. Not sure the arrival of that one
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"If more of us valued good food, cheer and song above hoarded gold,the world would be a merrier place."
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mollymae
True Blue Farmgirl
694 Posts
Molly
Visalia
California
USA
694 Posts |
Posted - Nov 20 2005 : 2:36:40 PM
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Ooh just your description of Tristan and Isolde, BEB, makes me definitely want to see it, I'm going to have to do an internet search for it, and the fact that it is also a Ridley Scott movie will make it incredible. I can't wait to see "Chronicles of Narnia" as well!!!
Molly
http://mollymaequilts.tripod.com
"This is love: to fly toward a secret sky, to cause a hundred veils to fall each moment. First to let go of life. Finally, to take a step without feet."~Rumi
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Fabulous Farm Femmes
True Blue Farmgirl
792 Posts
Diane
Lakebay, Tacoma
WA
792 Posts |
Posted - Nov 20 2005 : 8:06:29 PM
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Tristan and Isolde were always my favorite English Lit.studies!! I had not heard they were making a movie...oh I am in heaven!! I did hear that someone was making "Beowulf"..any one know anything about that?
Sue BEB, I am a fellow sucker for anymovie of the past!! Wish you lived closer, we could have FarmGirl movie night outs!! |
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Julie
MaryJane's Farmgirl
60 Posts
Julie
Moscow
ID
USA
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Posted - Nov 21 2005 : 10:53:37 PM
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Saw HARRY POTTER AND THE GOBLET OF FIRE last night. AWESOME!!! It had me at the edge of my seat and trying not to spill the popcorn. The computer-generated special effects jumped right out of the screen at me. I did make a few yells and squeals. Darn Voldermort, I just don’t like him at all. He has no manners. EVER! But wait, that’s the way the story goes…There is a romantic storyline that begins to unfold, but left one a little confused as to who Hermione is really affectionate for, Ron or Harry? We know it is Ron, for her tears come from her heart, yet she does spend a lot to time with Harry. Not as much classroom time in this film, but lots of excitement with the Triwizard Tournament. Harry finds himself right in the middle of it as his name is mysteriously chosen. It was the shortest 2 ˝ hours of my day. Go see it, you’ll have a magical time for sure.
BEB, I haven't seen the previews for Casanova with Heath Ledger yet. You better believe it will be on my list. Heath Ledger is so hot! even for an older chick like me....My girls and I have watched him in Ten Things I Hate About You, a million times! I love the scene where he is singing 'your just to good to be true'(my old boyfriend sang it to me all the time) as he is watching Julia Stiles play soccer, and pops the security guard on the bottom....The two sisters in the film where so much like my two girls growing up that I thought I was looking in a mirror. BEB, thanks for the hug last week.
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Edited by - Julie on Nov 22 2005 09:31:44 AM |
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CabinCreek-Kentucky
True Blue Farmgirl
8529 Posts
Frannie
Green County
Kentucky
USA
8529 Posts |
Posted - Nov 22 2005 : 08:09:13 AM
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| Walk the Line ... just saw this movie last night and very much enjoyed it. Can't believe that Joachim and Reece actually did all the Johnny and June SINGING in this film! The 'opening' shot of the movie is my most favorite 'opening' scene i've seen in a movie in my memory. And the scenes with his brother in their youth were very touching too. The scene where he is pretty much 'discovered' (when he 'brings it home') gave me chills .. and WOWZER ... the Folsom Prison scene just gave me 'stand up and shout' chills .. AND .. when he proposes to June (on stage) .. give me cry clumps in my throat! I've not really 'given anything away' here .. it's all very obvious as you watch the movie .. and it's not a who-dunnit type of film. Definitely Academy Award Nomination .. if, indeed, not winner! xo, frannie |
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MeadowLark
True Blue Farmgirl
2206 Posts
USA
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Posted - Nov 22 2005 : 08:35:12 AM
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BEB, I'll save some batter for ya in me warm kitchen!
If I keep a green bough in my heart, the singing bird will come. |
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Julie
MaryJane's Farmgirl
60 Posts
Julie
Moscow
ID
USA
60 Posts |
Posted - Nov 22 2005 : 09:58:08 AM
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Sue, I do wish you were closer, as we could surely have some turkey day fun.
I've spent the past 4 days with my old girlfriends and we have laughed, cried, giggled, shopped, and cooked wonderful meals together. Never do we miss a beat. I'll let you lick the beaters until they are in no need of washing!
My daughter and I are cooking breakfast as I type. She is expecting a baby girl, Maida, in March. I love to watch her eat. Every bite is like a new experience to her taste buds.
Sounds like you need to be lifted up, so I'm putting you in my arms right now girlfriend. Warmest hugs Sue. I'll be thinking of you today as I travel over the Montana mountain passes, listening to my tunes and books on CD.
always close
julie
Food Stylin' & Fancy Free |
Edited by - Julie on Nov 22 2005 10:35:17 AM |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
Posted - Nov 23 2005 : 08:53:27 AM
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I don't know...seems like seeing him kissing a guy would sort of blow the fantasy..but thats just me.
Jenny in Utah
It's astonishing how short a time it takes for very wonderful things to happen...Frances Burnette |
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KJD
True Blue Farmgirl
402 Posts
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Posted - Nov 23 2005 : 12:44:29 PM
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| I won't be seeing that one. Too bad, I'm sure the scenery will be beautiful. |
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Fabulous Farm Femmes
True Blue Farmgirl
792 Posts
Diane
Lakebay, Tacoma
WA
792 Posts |
Posted - Nov 23 2005 : 1:12:18 PM
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| Wait for it to come out on DVD, and then you can zap to "next scene"!! |
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BlueEggBabe
True Blue Farmgirl
417 Posts
Susan
PA
417 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2005 : 12:07:05 PM
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"What right do we have to try to understand the feelings of another person?"
Trying to understand the feelings of others is what makes the world go 'round. Judging the feelings of others is what hurts.
My feeling is that if I want to spend time with a same sex couple, I'll go visit my real life friends, not pay $10 to watch a faked Hollywood version by two men who are obviously heterosexual.
This topic started as " Hottie-Heath Ledger-Casanova-Fantasy Man for
all Women." I posted about the one Heath Ledger movie that wasn't discussed earlier and completely opposite of the roles that were.
I guess I should have avoided the topic like everyone else.
Note to self for future posts.
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"If more of us valued good food, cheer and song above hoarded gold,the world would be a merrier place."
J.J.R.Tolkien |
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Kate
MaryJane's Farmgirl
135 Posts
Kate
Moscow
ID
USA
135 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2005 : 12:27:19 PM
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My Favorite movie of all time is Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austin. My sister mom and I always watched it when I lived at home. On VHS it's really long...8 tapes I think but totally worth it. I see a new version is out in the theater I'm so excited to see if it's any good. Has anyone seen it??
Tomorrow is always fresh with no mistakes in it.....unless they are spelling mistakes. |
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thehouseminder
True Blue Farmgirl
361 Posts
USA
361 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2005 : 1:14:36 PM
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Hi Kate,
I love the A&E version of "Pride and Prejudice." The first time I watched it, DH was sick in bed with the flu and I was knitting a scarf for him for Christmas.
Sometime I want to have a Farmgirl Pajama Party and watch the whole thing again marathon style.
We have a "British Tea Shop" here in town run by a British Ex-Pat. She hosts a Jane Austen tea the second Saturday of every month. We show up wearing our "Kate Greenaway" style outfits, sip tea and sherry, and generally have a wonderful time.
Wish you were here, you could join us!!!
Lucinda
P.S. Are you going to go and see the new one with Keira Knightly and Rosamund Pike? I keep thinking I'll be too distracted the parts they have played previously: Pike was a Bond Femme Fatale and Knightly has played soccer and medival tomboys.
When we were young, there were moments of such perfectly crystallized happiness that we stood stock still and silently promised ourselves that we would remember them always. And we did. --Holly J. Burkhalter , "Four Midwestern Sisters' Christmas Book"
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Kate
MaryJane's Farmgirl
135 Posts
Kate
Moscow
ID
USA
135 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2005 : 2:13:30 PM
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Lucinda
I wish I could come this sounds so FUN!! I would come to a Pride and Prejudice sleep over in a heart beat. It's such a wonderful story one every girl should see. It's the perfect movie to watch on a snow day. I'm praying for Snow!!
Tomorrow is always fresh with no mistakes in it.....unless they are spelling mistakes. |
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Fabulous Farm Femmes
True Blue Farmgirl
792 Posts
Diane
Lakebay, Tacoma
WA
792 Posts |
Posted - Nov 29 2005 : 01:23:22 AM
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| I'm with Kate and Lucinda, the A & E version of Pride and Prejudice was brilliant. Each person cast in that version was so utterly perfect I can't understand why anyone would want to remake it and even try to compete! |
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sqrl
True Blue Farmgirl
605 Posts
Melissa
Northern California
USA
605 Posts |
Posted - Nov 30 2005 : 2:46:51 PM
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the Tristan and Isolde story has always been favorite of mine. I didn't know they did a movie of the it. Oh can't wait to see it. Fun!!
Blessed Be
www.sqrlbee.com www.sisterhood.sqrlbee.com
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mollymae
True Blue Farmgirl
694 Posts
Molly
Visalia
California
USA
694 Posts |
Posted - Nov 30 2005 : 3:52:39 PM
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YES!! The A&E BBC version of Pride and Prejudice (starring a magnificent Colin Firth..woot!) is my all-time favorite movie. My husband's too, for that matter, we love to sit and watch the whole thing together, usually splitting it up into 2 nights since it is around 6 hours long on DVD. I am interested in seeing the new version with Keira Knightley, but it won't be the same  . The funny thing is, not too long ago my husband and I saw Judi Dench in something and said "oh she would make a perfect Lady Catherine DeBurgh"...and sure enough they have cast her in that role!! (We are so good...lol)
Molly
http://mollymaequilts.tripod.com
"This is love: to fly toward a secret sky, to cause a hundred veils to fall each moment. First to let go of life. Finally, to take a step without feet."~Rumi
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Kate
MaryJane's Farmgirl
135 Posts
Kate
Moscow
ID
USA
135 Posts |
Posted - Nov 30 2005 : 4:16:42 PM
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After all of this talk last night I put in the first tape of Pride and Prejudice OHHH I'm excited to start watching it again (for the hundredth time). I'm not sure if the new one will be as good but I'm still excited to see it. I’m hoping Emil will watch it with me. Molly I'm so happy to hear your husband enjoys it too. Have you ever read the book?? Was it good?
xoxo Kate
Tomorrow is always fresh with no mistakes in it.....unless they are spelling mistakes. |
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Fabulous Farm Femmes
True Blue Farmgirl
792 Posts
Diane
Lakebay, Tacoma
WA
792 Posts |
Posted - Nov 30 2005 : 10:32:38 PM
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| The book is lovely, as is Sense and Sensibility. Personally I consider them her best works, I can read them over and over. |
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lauradahlia
Farmgirl at Heart
7 Posts
laura
levittown
pa
USA
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Posted - Dec 31 2005 : 3:37:00 PM
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How about The Straight Story? An old farmer in his eighties drives his riding mower to the next state to see the brother he hasn't spoken to in 20 years. It's the last adventure of a man who's done a lot of living, and the satisfaction on his face as he crosses gorgeous golden midwest plains on his mower is priceless. The actor, Richard Farnsworth, was nominated for an Oscar but lost to the kid from The Sixth Sense.
Amelie is also a favorite, as well as The Tango Lesson by Sally Potter. Great love story with fantastic dancing.
A tireless mind and a grateful heart will lead to sweeter mysteries. |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
Posted - Dec 31 2005 : 3:50:10 PM
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I totally totally love "The Straight Story" and bought the video. It is such a good one...hey, I havn't watched it in awhile..maybe tonight. Richard Farnsworth was also great as the uncle in Anne of Green Gables..but this movie is so touching...A must see for sure!
Jenny in Utah
It's astonishing how short a time it takes for very wonderful things to happen...Frances Burnette
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