Category Archives: Cinema

Film Review: James Bond “Skyfall”

It’s 2012 and time to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the James Bond films which began with Dr. No in 1962. For that reason alone you should watch all James Bond films in chronological order before venturing to watch the … Continue reading

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Two actors, two very different messages

In the country that gave us Hollywood, it won’t come as a surprise that actors weigh in on the upcoming Presidential election. And I don’t even mean Clint Eastwood. First, Chuck Norris (plus wife). We haven’t heard from him in … Continue reading

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Film Review: “The Bourne Legacy”

To bridge the gap until the next James Bond film, the latest Jason Bourne adventure seemed like the perfect film at the perfect time. “The Bourne Legacy” is Bourne IV. I expected a lot as Bourne I through III were … Continue reading

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UNCENSORED: the anti-religious hate video with which it all began

I have been struggling with myself for a long time whether I shall post the unspeakable, disgusting, inflammatory hate video which has lead to the riots in the Middle East and North Africa. I have already pointed out the irony … Continue reading

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Easily confused (5) Little Nellie

The original: The copycat:

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Lawrence Gonzi, Prime Minister of Malta

Now I know whom Lawrence Gonzi, Prime Minister of Malta, reminds me of:

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Easily Confused (4) Men with Chairs

The copy: The original:

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Easily confused, # 3

The Old Man and the Sea: The Old Man and the Seat: I am no big fan of Ernest Hemingway and I am usually a big fan of Clint Eastwood, but between these two options I prefer option no. 1.

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You don’t understand how banks work? Watch this!

Monty Python explain the business of banking. Surprisingly topical.

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James Bond “Skyfall” Trailer

After the rather disappointing first teaser trailer, here is the first full trailer for “Skyfall”, the new James Bond film due for 26 October 2012. As a big fan of James Bond, it hurts me to say this, but I … Continue reading

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