Unusually Enjoyable Motion Pictures For Your Amusement Delight

By Dorothea Gordon

First-rate information about some of the greatest motion pictures that you may have never heard of is right here. Get a charge out of this list of movies that are "oldies but goodies". Take into account that you can download any of them you prefer directly to your own computer in the convenience of your own dwelling.

Sugar Town - Compelling mosaic of LA life characterizing a handful of characters whose lives dovetail - a musician aspirant who will do anything to get ahead, an uptight lone lady who allures the unsuitable men like a magnet, and a band made up of cleaned-up '80s rock megastars, to name a few. Made on a shoestring, although clever and well recognized; excellent cast comprises a number of actual musicians. Cast includes Ally Sheedy, Rosanna Arquette, John Taylor, Jade Gordon, Michael Des Barres, Lucinda Jenney, and Martin Kemp. 92 minutes, 1999.

Clue - Silly and insipid mystery based on the popular board game of the same name with all the recognizable characters Mrs. Peacock, Colonel Mustard, Miss Red, et al. assembled for a murderous day in a Victorian mansion. Everyone tries extremely hard but there is nothing they can do to save this weak film. Cast includes Eileen Brennan, Tim Curry, Madeline Kahn, Christopher Lloyd, Michael McKean, Martin Ponder, and Howard Hesseman. 87 minutes, 1985.

Straight Time - Hoffman knocks heads with sleazy parole officer Walsh following his discharge from prison and starts a downhill skid. An immersing if not particularly differentiated melodrama that gets a genuine shot in the arm from tremendous acting by the supporting cast. Cast includes Dustin Hoffman, Theresa Russell, Harry Dean Stanton, Gary Busey, Emmet Walsh, and Rita Taggart. 114 minutes, 1978.

Bopha - Restless, charming rant with Glover and Woodard who portrayed Nelson and Winnie Mandela in the TV film MANDELA starring as a married couple living in a serene South African township. He's a patrol officer who contains the status quo; their planet is certain to cave in while their child Ezia takes part in a revolt contrary to the control and curriculum of the neighboring off-white-run school. Cast includes Morgan Freeman, Danny Glover, Malcolm McDowell, Alfie Woodard, Marius Weyers, Maynard Eziashi, Malick Bowens, and Grace Mahlaba. PG-13, 120 minutes, 1993.

Internal Affairs - Youthful cop Raymond Avila works in the Internal Affairs Department of the LAPD. He and his colleague see something dubious with Dennis Peck. His financial situation is much stronger than expected on a policeman's income. When Peck is aware of the investigation, he turns his attention away from his corrupt dealings to concentrate on Avila.

Frequency - John Sullivan lost his dad thirty years back. He is still affected by the death. Somehow with the use of his dad's old ham radio, he can exchange a few words with his dad, when his father was still living. He tells his father of the fire that would kill him. This saves his dad but sets off new events that now must be resolved, or John's mom will now die.

Above the Law - This is Steven Segal's breakout film. He plays a Chicago Cop who takes matters into his own hands. As the title implies, he is 'above the law'. He uses his large body and martial arts skills to wreak destruction on the bad guys. Stars include Steven Segal, Pam Grier, and Sharon Stone. 1988 Action.

House on Haunted Hill - Zillionaire Price offers group of individuals $100,000 each if they will live through a night in a spooky old mansion with a haunted history. Cast includes Vincent Price, Carol Ohmart, Richard Long, Alan Marshal, Elisha Cook, Carolyn Craig, and Leona Anderson. 75 minutes, 1958. - 23812

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Unusually Terrific Movies For Your Entertainment Pleasure

By Kevin B Lynch

Excellent information about some of the most outstanding films that you may have never heard of is right here. Get a kick out of this list of films that are "oldies but goodies". Remember that you can download any of them you pick directly to your own computer in the convenience of your own dwelling.

The Beverly Hillbillies - This is a movie based on the 1960's TV series. When Jed Clampett fortuitously discovers oil on his farm land in Arkansas, he becomes an instant millionaire. He brings the entire Clampett kinfolk out to Beverly Hills. Being uncomplicated country folk they are victim to every money hungry con artist in the big city.

House Springs - Having just been abandoned by his fiance Driver, British actor Firth heads to the United States and falls for Graham. Then, wouldn't you know it, Minnie shows up. There are great acting jobs from everyone, although not enough laughs for a romantic comedy. The film is based on the book New Cardiff by Charles Webb. Cast includes Colin Firth, Heather Graham, Minnie Driver, Mary Steenburgen, Oliver Platt, and. 92 minutes, 2003.

Hootenanny Hoot - Predictable comedy about college hootenanny show carried to TV is made bearable only by presence of Money and other nation/people actors. This is one of Sam Katzman's "characteristic" low-budget movies. Cast includes Gene Nelson, Peter Breck, Joby Baker, Rita Lee, Pam Austin, Johnny Money, Sheb Wooley, The Brothers 4, and Judy Henske. 103 minutes, 1973.

Pretty Woman - A coincidental meeting of a street hooker and a callous and incredibly well-to-do businessman leads to a unique proposition. He employs her for the week, to attend some functions with him as an escort. He has no clue what he has gotten himself into. Starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere.

Frequency - John Sullivan lost his dad thirty years back. He is still affected by the loss. Somehow with the use of his dad's old ham radio, he can correspond with his dad, when his dad was still living. He warns his father of the fire that would kill him. This saves his dad but sets off new events that now must be resolved, or John's mom will now die.

Sugar Town - Enjoyable mosaic of LA life characterizing a handful of characters whose lives unite - a musician would-be who'll do anything to get ahead, an uptight lone woman who allures the inappropriate men like a magnet, and a band made up of cleaned-up '80s rock stars, to name a few. Made on a shoestring, although sharp and well recognized; superb cast comprises a variety of real life musicians. Cast includes Ally Sheedy, Rosanna Arquette, John Taylor, Jade Gordon, Michael Des Barres, Lucinda Jenney, and Martin Kemp. 92 minutes, 1999.

Above the Law - This is Steven Segal's breakout movie. He plays a Chicago Cop who takes matters into his own hands. As the title implies, he is 'above the law'. He uses his large body and martial arts skills to wreak mayhem on the bad guys. Stars include Steven Segal, Pam Grier, and Sharon Stone. 1988 Action.

Faces - Very personal drama in regards to numerous infidelities is one of the few Cassel motion pictures to become a big hit. Here is a commanding motion picture with awesome action, particularly by Carlin and Cassel. Cast includes John Marley, Gena Rowlands, Lynn Carlin, Seymour Cassel, Fred Draper, and Val Avery. 130 minutes, 1968. - 23812

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Immortality of The Rolling Stones Albums

By Adrian R.S. Mitchell

As the legendary Rolling Stones are known as "the world's greatest rock and roll band", the band continues to spread their rock music through their remarkable tracks and albums. These songs were written by different composers, places, and studios and albums that were compiled and produced by different recording companies, in different locations. Their albums have been in the topped the charts in the UK and the US. From 1964-2005, their numerous albums have inspired not just their supporters, but also themselves, to continue to spread their music around the world. Throughout the years, the band has truly captured the ears and hearts of the people.

Released in 1964, "The Rolling Stones" was the bands first album and was an instant success. It was April 16th when their album rocketed to being a best seller in the UK charts and remained at number 1 for two weeks. As the bands song writers, Richards and Jagger, wrote only one song for this album. Further contributors to the tracks for this album came from sessions with Gene Pitney, Phil Spector and Nankher Phelge. Some of the 12 tracks from the album include, "Carol", "Tell Me (You're Coming Back)" and "Little By Little".

22 studio albums were produced by The Rolling Stones in the UK helping to maintain their popularity in the music industry. Continuing their R & B related style, their success was sustained with the release of their "The Rolling Stones No.2" album. Contributing three tracks for this album were the bands songwriters Jagger and Richards. The bands musical experimentation with the African xylophone and harmonica were noted in their fourth UK studio album "Aftermath".

The Stones have released 24 studio albums in the US. They also released eight live albums in the UK that topped the charts, including "Love you life", "Got LIVE if you want it" and "Still Life". A further 14 compilation albums were also released including the 2002 hit album "Forty Licks", "Through the Past Darkly" and "Big Hits (high tide and green grass)". The bands members also released their own albums; Keith Richards - "Main Offender" and "Talk is Cheap"; Mick Jagger - "Primitive Cool", "She's the Boss" and "Wandering Spirit"; Charlie Watts' "Long Ago and Far Away; and Bill Wyman's "Monkey Grip" and "Groovin". The Rolling Stones latest album is currently called "Shine a Light Single Disc Edition".

The Rolling Stones have wowed their fans with their numerous albums since the early 1960's. Their fans still wait with anticipation for the release of the next Stones album. - 23812

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Choices And Alternatives For Guitar Necks

By Jarvis D. Burris

If you believe that only living animals have necks, then you simply could be shocked to learn that there really are guitar necks. And if that not enough, you may also be confounded at the indisputable fact that guitar necks are really essential when it comes to playing the instrument.

So, why precisely are guitar necks important? There is an easy reason to this basically. Guitar necks hold lots of vital parts of the guitar. These include the frets, the fretboard, the headstock, the tuners, and the truss rod. Characteristic guitar necks are made from wood. But the fretboard of guitar necks would be made from another sort of wood than the wood used to make the remainder of the neck itself. And what about the bending stress the guitar necks should have? This should rely on whether the gauge strings you use are heavy. Another point to think about about guitar necks is their capability to oppose bending. This because guitar necks have to resist bending to give out a consistent pitch of a selected key, when the instruments are being tuned. When the strings are being worried, the guitar should also give out a consistent pitch. Imagine tuning a guitar that's incapable of giving out a consistent pitch. Even if you're not doing any tuning, the string would give out a different pitch when you pluck it. Getting the right pitch and tune for the entire instrument would be close to not possible then.

Guitar necks also come in various shapes. Some guitar necks come in a more subtle curve, very like that of the letter? Other guitar necks come in with a more distinguished curve, very like that of the letter? Other aspects to think about about guitar necks should include the fingerboard and its overall width. You wouldn't wish to have a neck which has too wide a measure for its width. Doing so would be awfully inconvenient for you as a performer. Apart from this, you must also consider the size of the neck.

This is actually that space between frets. Find a guitar that has just enough space for you to place your fingers on the required frets conveniently. Playing the guitar should be done with much convenience, to as to ensure enjoyment. The construction of the neck should also be considered as well. Some necks are just glued to the body.

Obviously, bolted-in necks are sturdier compared to the fastened necks. But your decision here should still depend on your preference. - 23812

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Find Out About An MP3 Player

By David Morris

It's easy to enjoy music with a digital MP3 player, or MP4 player as they are sometimes called. With a shuffle function you can listen to your songs in a random order, and fit your whole music library on a pocket sized player. Have you ever wondered where your music is stored?

Older MP3 players use a hard drive to store music files. Hard drives offer amazing amounts of memory for file storage. The iPod Classic has up to 160GB. However, players with hard drives are heavier, and have generally poorer battery life, as the hard drive has moving parts inside it, and requires more power to operate them.

More recently MP3 player manufactures have started using flash memory to replace mini hard drives. There are now very few MP3 players that use hard drives. Instead they have an inbuilt flash memory chip and often have a slot to hold a second flash memory card, thereby increasing the player's memory.

There are some important advantages to using flash memory in MP3 players, which have benefited both manufactures and consumers. Flash memory is cheaper, lighter, and smaller than a hard drive, they also use less power, which leads to better battery life; and this means that flash based MP3 players can be much smaller and cheaper than hard drive based models.

While flash memory is popular, there are some drawbacks. Flash memory has much more limited storage, usually between 8GB to 16GB, when compared to hard drive, especially when compared to the 160GB models from Apple and Archos. It can also be expensive to purchase additional memory cards to add to the player.

MP3 players can do more than just play music. Most of them have LCD color displays ranging from a very small 1.8 inch to much larger 4.3 inch or 5 inch,. ONDA and Archos even produce MP3 players that have a 7 inch screen. This has changed the scope of MP3 players from just listing to music, to being able to watch videos too. While watching feature film on small screen may be a strain on the eyes, the larger screens are ideal. - 23812

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