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Film has been an influential form of entertainment since the 1900s. It lifts us up, it brings us down, and it takes us in a journey we always wish we could have, from the center of the earth to the outer reaches of the universe. It gives us joy, brings us to tears, and even provokes us. Nonetheless, films have been there to affect our senses and sensibilities. Below is a list of ten films I believe should be in everyone’s movie library. It covers many genres and comes from different decades. These movies have given me joy and I wish that they would do the same for you. 1. Star Wars (1977) – This George Lucas classic should never be missed. It is a sci-fi film starring Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, and Carrie Fisher that takes place in a galaxy far, far away. Luke Skywalker is guided by an old Jedi knight, Obi- Wan Kenobi, and two creaky robots, ferried by a cocky pilot named Han Solo with his furry sidekick, Chewbacca to rescue Princess Leia and fight the robe-wearing evil guy with big shiny helmet, Darth Vader. One might say the plot is just good versus evil, but Star Wars succeeded in making more than just a movie; it depicted a new world enjoyed not only by the young but also the old. Also, there’s news that all 6 Star Wars films will be converted to 3D soon! 2. The Godfather (1972) – The youngest son, Michael Corleone (Al Pacino), returns from World War II uninvolved with the family business--organized crime. When his father, Don Corleone (Marlon Barndo) was gunned down, however, Michael is driven to commit a revenge murder, bound by blood and “honor” to a violent course of underworld power and survival. Eventually, Michael inherits the role as family head, closing the door on his uncomprehending wife (Diane Keaton) as he receives homage as the new “Godfather”. The dialogue and characters from this movie favourite have forever entered the collective consciousness of filmgoers all around the world. 3. Casa Blanca (1942) this most beloved romantic film of all time is almost always in the list of film critics. This movie tells the story of By Jose Mari E. Ortega Rick and Ilsa who lost love and found it all over again in North Africa. This black and white film has memorable lines and has been copied but never bettered. 4. Citizen Kane (1941) details the story of the life and legacy of Charles Foster Kane (Welles), a character based in part upon the American newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst, Samuel Insull and Harold McCormick, and aspects of Welles's own life. Topping most of “Best Movies” list, the film was released on Blu-ray disc September 13, 2011, for a special 70th anniversary edition. 5. The Dark Knight (2008) is the second film in the Batman trilogy by Christopher Nolan starring Christian Bale as Bruce, Michael Caine as Alfred, and Heath Ledger as “The Joker” where he received an Oscar posthumously. With the help of Lieutenant Jim Gordon and District Attorney Harvey Dent, Batman sets out to dismantle the remaining criminal organizations that plague the city streets. The partnership proves to be effective, but they find themselves prey to a reign of chaos unleashed by a rising criminal mastermind known to thecitizens of Gotham as The Joker. 6. Monty Python’s Life of Brian (1979) is a 1979 British comedy film written, directed and largely performed by the Monty Python comedy team. It tells the story of Brian Cohen (played by Graham Chapman), a young Jewish man who is born on the same day as, and next door to, Jesus Christ, and is subsequently mistaken for the Messiah. The film contains themes of religious satire that were controversial at the time of its release, drawing accusations of blasphemy and protests from some religious groups. The movie nearly failed to get made, only going into production with money from ex-Beatle George Harrison’s production company, Handmade Films. 7. Jaws (1975) is an American thriller film directed by Steven Spielberg and based on Peter Benchley's novel of the same name. Its release is regarded as a turning-point moment in motion picture history. In the story, a giant man-eating great white shark attacks beachgoers on Amity Island, a fictional summer resort town, prompting the local police chief to hunt it with the help of a marine biologist and a professional shark hunter. Playing on our fear of the unknown, the movie builds up the tension by slowly revealing the shark to the strains of John Williams’ unforgettable score, partly to keep us on the edge of our seats and partly because the rubber shark used in the film looked more like the real thing the less we saw it. 8. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004) is an American romantic science fiction film Dupil 12 about an estranged couple who have each other erased from their memories. The film uses elements of science fiction, psychological thriller, and nonlinear narration to explore the nature of memory and romantic love. The film stars an ensemble cast that includes Jim Carrey, Kate Winslet, Kirsten Dunst, Mark Ruffalo, Tom Wilkinson, Elijah Wood, Jane Adams, and David Cross. 9. Shawshank Redemption (1994). In 1946, a quiet young banker Andy Dufresne (Robbins) is sent to Shawshank Prison for the murder of his wife and her lover. While there, he slowly builds a friendship with another long-term prisoner, Red (Freeman). Over a period of 20 years, Andy gradually learns the prison system and wins the respect of the governor and guards by using his banking skills to do their tax returns and business dealings for them. However, he never stopped wishing for his freedom. Although not a box-office success on its initial release, it has deservedly become a must-see movie thanks to word of mouth in the years since. 10. The Lord of the Rings Trilogy (2001-2003) consists of three epic fantasy adventure films directed by Peter Jackson and based on the threevolume book of the same name by English author J. R. R. Tolkien. The films are, by subtitle, The Fellowship of the Ring (2001), The Two Towers (2002) and The Return of the King (2003). Considered to be one of the biggest and most ambitious movie projects ever undertaken, with an overall budget of $285 million, the entire project took eight years, with the filming for all three films done simultaneously and entirely in Jackson's native country, New Zealand. Set in the fictional world of Middle-earth, the three films follow the hobbit, Frodo Baggins (Elijah Wood) as he and a Fellowship embark on a quest to destroy the One Ring, and thus ensure the destruction of its maker, the Dark Lord, Sauron. The Fellowship becomes divided and Frodo continues the quest together with his loyal companion, Sam (Sean Astin) and the treacherous Gollum (Andy Serkis). Meanwhile, Aragorn (Viggo Mortensen), heir in exile to the throne of Gondor, and the wizard Gandalf (Ian McKellen) unite and rally the Free Peoples of Middleearth, who are ultimately victorious in the War of the Ring.
Dupil 13 By Jearvy R. Lañohan atching a female colleague master- knack of telling what level a particular packed somewhere inside one of those W fully slinging multiple bags on her teacher handles by the number of bags she ready to explode bags. person was a marvel. Why, she practically carries to school (this is of course on top College instructors and profes- looked like a jolly saddled horse gearing for of how harassed she looks). Grade school sors are oftentimes cool with just a hand- an odyssey when in truth she was just going teachers normally drag the most number bag or a backpack and/or a laptop bag. home from a day’s work. She had four bags - of bags to work. And these bags normally These mortals of the academe are the least a handbag, a laptop bag, a small bag (I sur- weigh tons as they are heaped with school saddled that’s why they can afford to walk mised, a lunch bag), and a paper bag. With supplies, visual aids, a library of story tall and smart in the hallowed halls of the inconsequential dread, I furtively glanced at books, collections of rocks, buttons, universities while their counterparts in mine lumped on a sofa and counted . . . leaves, petals, treats, starry/smiley stamps, Grade School and High School can only FIVE: a deep tote bag, a hobo bag, a lunch dreams, hopes, and sometimes, an animal pant. Yes, yes, I’m reeking envy here. bag, a plastic grocery bag and of course, the or two. High school teachers normally Seriously, I have long given up inevitable paper bag! carry two to three bags bulging with stuff on figuring out why female teachers tend Serious bagologists (note: sounds like reports, essays and quizzes brought to carry more than one bag, and I’ve alto- like, but should not to be mistaken for, biolo- home with high hopes of getting them gether given up on an existential struggle gists), or people who, accordingly, do schol- checked and marked only to be returned trying to reduce both my personal and arly studies behind the psychology of hand- to school untouched because Ma’am had a work-related stuff to just one bag. Howbags (heavens, there is such a thing?) made a thousand other things going on in the ever, I am very certain with one thing here. striking pronouncement sometime in 1940s home front. But still there was hope I am certain that the number of a teacher’s stating that a woman can pretty well be bags and the countless paraphernalia in- summed up by the kind of bag she carries. side these bags is a very telling metaphor Truth or half-truth, I would venture to of the myriad and demanding responsi- stretch this claim further by saying that a bilities she accepted the moment she female teacher can always be identified from signed up for this profession. These among the sea of womenfolk by the number stuffed satchels do not necessarily make of bags she lugs around. her look glamorous but these certainly Overtime, I have developed the make her as a class act and nothing less. Loving the Unlovables L ove makes the world go round. To love the most lovable and most likable person is so easy to do. To love and to be loved is a basic human need. The challenge is to love the unlovable people around us. We are always amazed when people are falling in love. Falling in love is one of the most beautiful things that can happen in a person’s life. Smiling from ear to ear, spending time with the person, looking at the beloved’s face for hours, doing unusual things for the object of one’s desire --it seems one’s thoughts are focused on one’s loved one. Fighting for the person is natural to keep the relationship working even if it costs injustices, lives, and pains. Why do the young and the old seek to love and to be loved? Everyday, we are greeted with a warm hello, alluring smiles, and comforting words from people we know and even some strangers. We respond positively to them. Never would they say negative things about you nor make you feel disgraced or made fun of. We know that their good disposition is infectious. So we choose to hang out with people who have brought good things to us like assurances, praises, recognition and affection. When we are asked why we care for these persons, we say, “Well I am happy with them.” Oh, is life really like that? Happiness is complete when the three basic components are present – Affection, Assurance and Achievement. When one is missing, a person can be unhappy. But it is said that happiness is a choice and it’s a state of mind. Are our lives for our own happiness? Should we forget that our role is to make others feel loved? The presence of difficult By Merafe S. Defensor people can make us more sensitive of others’ need of love. Most of the time, this need of love has been overlooked, misinterpreted and misconstrued. Maybe being preoccupied with daily concerns, being unloved and being self-centered are some of the culprits. Everyday we meet wounded, troubled and despised people. The best thing to do is look upon each person with love yet we forget to do what should be done. It takes a lot of effort, will, and love for those people who need love the most. It’s a daily attitude to choose to love people even it seems they are not the lovable ones. When we are fully aware of the love we have enjoyed, loving others just follows. The attitude of gratefulness to the One who loved us the most makes us more loving of the Beloved Creator.
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