Sorry I didn’t post this on Friday.
Tis the season to be super busy and all that…
Clue #1– It’s a 2012 Disney live-action, sci-fi release with a PG-13 rating. The title also has a handful of aliases.
Clue #2– Written and Directed by the same guy, known for his work with Disney animated features.
Clue #3– Most viewers either loved it or hated it, but it definitely tanked when compared to its production budget.
Do you think you know what my movie is? I am I still making this way too hard?
Now that I’m thoroughly late, I can’t wait to see everyone else’s clues. I hope I guess some right. I’m so looking forward to the actual reviews that will be posted this week.
Mock Squid Soup – Film Society
MOCK! and The Armchair Squid are proud to introduce Mock Squid Soup: A Film Society. Each month, on the second Friday, we shall host a bloghop devoted to movie reviews. We invite others to participate and post their reviews…Don’t be shy; come join the fun! 😀
Thank you for taking the time to read this post. If you like it let me know and share it with others. See you next time, Toi Thomas. #thetoiboxofwords
If anyone is interested in my experience of watching The Others, click here to see my notes.
This review will consist of me asking myself 10 questions and answering them to the best of my ability.
1. What is this film about?
It seems pretty straight forward at first. A lonely and fatigued housewife, era WWII, takes in new servants to help her take care of her sick children, who are allergic to sunlight. Doors must be closed and locked and all curtains must remain closed. Then all of a sudden, sunlight starts finding its way in.
2. What did I think of the title, poster, and or trailer?
I’m not really into ghost stories on the surface. I find that I like them about 50% of the time. When I first heard of this movie, it gave one impression to which I was glad contradicted the actual plot of the movie. I thought the title and poster were pleasantly misleading, but accurate.
3. What did I think of the main character(s) and how the actors performed them?
The servants are the best part of the movie hands down, but Kidman is typically first class in this role. I honestly don’t know how other actresses get cast in period films with her around.
4. What did I think of the direction and cinematography?
I didn’t give much thought to direction and cinematography while watching this, but anytime you direct children and it comes off genuine, you know someone did something right.
5. What did I think of the soundtrack and score?
Most of the music in this film is quite beautiful, but of course, there are a few haunting tracks that enhance certain scenes.
6. What did I like about the story as a whole?
I like that the movie seemed to be a guide on “how to discover the afterlife” that isn’t cut and dry, heaven or hell.
7. What did I not like about the story?
I didn’t like the way parts of the movie seemed to be anti-Christian. I’m used to seeing movies that are anti-organized religion, in general, but this was different. With that being said, I’d hardly call this propaganda. It’s just something that got to me.
8. Would I recommend this movie to others?
Sure, why not.
9. If yes, who? What would I rate this movie?
I don’t consider this movie to be the typical ghost story. It has an amazing setting and cast with a complex and somewhat original back story. Movie lovers, in general, should appreciate this film.
On a scale of 1 to 5 movie reels, I give this film 4 reels.
10. Was there anything in this movie that could be related to me or anything I have written?
Despite what people often assume they know about my beliefs compared to the fiction I write, I often write about spirits and ghosts. My “In the Window” short story is a ghost story without any religious ties while my Eternal Curse Series contains many paranormal elements that don’t fit the genre perfectly but are examples easily associated with the genre.
MOCK! and The Armchair Squid are proud to introduce Mock Squid Soup: A Film Society. Each month, on the second Friday, we shall host a bloghop devoted to movie reviews. We invite others to participate and post their reviews…Don’t be shy; come join the fun! 😀
Thank you for taking the time to read this post. If you like it let me know and share it with others. See you next time, Toi Thomas. #thetoiboxofwords
A little while ago, Michael D’Agostino, of A Life Examined, brought up the idea of a new blog hop called Question of the Month. He thinks blog readers would like to know a little more about us, the bloggers. So we’re all gathering to show you guys who we are by taking part in the Question of the Month blog hop. On the first Monday of each month, we answer the question that gets posted here.
This month’s question is: “Are you an introvert or an extrovert?”
Once you enter the world of writing and become part of the writing community at any level, this question will pop up periodically. It’s always been pretty clear that I’m an introvert though I’ve always told people that I’m mildly introverted. For me, I have always felt that being around lots of people to be uncomfortable in varying degrees. When I’m around my huge family, the familiarity helps ground me and I can bear the closeness for a longer periods than I could with strangers. I do much better with smaller crowds and in some cases have even learned to blend into the middle instead of the background.
Pinterest Board Info – sourced from A Cup of Jo blog.
I don’t have a problem speaking to large groups of people in a controlled environment, as long as they are over there and I’m up front, I don’t become overwhelmed. Book signings are difficult for me, but I’ve learned to use my husband and sister as anchors. As long as one of them or another trusted family member or friend is nearby, I can do it. I can’t go to a mall a peak times and hardly ever go to Walmart; there are no non-peak times at Walmart. I can’t do concerts and usually sit and rock back and forth at sporting events, which again if surrounded by family isn’t too bad. I feel like they shield me.
After years of telling people that I’m mildly introverted, I came across an article on the “A Cup of Jo” blog that got me wondering. I read through it carefully and followed along. Turns out, I was right. I was hoping I’d end up being this new term “ambivert”, but no. I’m still a mild introvert or an introvert with one or two extrovert tendencies. At my core, I’m perfectly content to sit at home alone. I don’t feel left out or feel like I’m missing anything. After reading the article, I posted it to Pinterest with my results and it has proven to be one of my most popular pins… Dang, how I wish I could take credit for it. 😉
The first mini tour in my It’s Like the Full Moon, pre-order extravaganza starts today and the kick-off has already been posted over at the Author Promo Co-op blog. Please check it out if you have the time.
I’m trying to start a new bookish blog hop for anyone who might be interested. Last month was our first post and we all had a great time. It’s a great way to sample books and get an opinion on them without scouring their list of reviews. Please check out the BooktagsBlogHop.
Please visit the other participants on this hop and even join in if you’d like.
Thank you for taking the time to read this post. If you like it let me know and share it with others. See you next time, Toi Thomas. #thetoiboxofwords
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