Canceling – or “calling out” – people establishes ineffective methods for communication, especially when face-to-face interaction is lacking. This increases reactivity and the likelihood of aggressive response and tension. Worse, the level of permanence is detrimental, and … (READ MORE)
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Angelina Jolie is wickedly enchanting as “Maleficent”
Being a fan of Disney and Angelina Jolie, I was predisposed to like this big-budget summer venture titled Maleficent. A reimagining of the 1959 animated classic Sleeping Beauty, Maleficent is told from the point of view of the title character by a mysterious narrator. A pleasant, but predictable third-act twist continues Disney’s notable feminist fairytale trend (recall last year’s hit Frozen?), leaving audiences with fond…
The 2013 Bobby James Awards: The Movie Awards + Top 25 Movies of 2013
The time has come – the final category winners of the 2013 Bobby James Awards are about to be revealed. I announce my “Best of Movies” awards last because they’re so near and dear to my heart and because technicallyI’m qualified to do so! OJanuary to get around to seeing everything that will qualify and should be…
2013 Bobby James Awards: Frozen leads with 11 nominations!
Finally! The moment has arrived – led by Disney’s Frozen (which has a record-breaking 11 nominations), the nominees for “Best of Film 2013” are here. This year, I’ve added four new categories (voice-over supporting actor, voice-over supporting actress, “Blockbuster” film of the year, “Blockbuster” character of the year). The nominees are: Achievement in Cinematography The Great Gatsby –…
The Lone Ranger (movie review)
OK – I finally got to see The Lone Ranger! Having done so, I’m confused – why is there all this negative buzz flying around? Why have the pompous mainstream critics broken out their thesauri to shred it? I don’t get it. Then again, some critics didn’t use a thesaurus at all, yes, I’m looking at…
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