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A review of several of the best antiwar movies based on historical episodes.

Winner of 11 Academy Awards, Ben Hur is still one of the most rented, bought and watched films of all time. A sweeping epic, it is a film classic duplicated but never equalled for its grandeur and multi-genre story.

The historical epic, first revived in the modern era by Gladiator and thought to have been killed by a series of bombs, including Kingdom of Heaven, King Arthur, and Oliver Stone's Alexander, seems to be rising from the dead.

A review of Mel Gibson's Braveheart.

Review on selected independent movies shown at Cinequest Film Festival, 2005

In our previous essay on historical epics that would be great on the big screen, we concentrated on ancient times. But the Middle Ages contain a wealth of stories that would look cool as motion pictures.

Historical films have been a hit or miss proposition, at least in modern times. Gladiator, Braveheart, and 300 have been winners. But there have also been a host of losers, such as Alexander, Kingdom of Heaven, and King Arthur.

Check here for the top ten movies that I've seen. If they're not on this list... I haven't seen them.

Epic fantasy, thanks to Tolkien's work has become a major publishing genre. Looking through history, there are many influential pieces of literature to thank for that work. Here are some of the most important.

The Biblical epic was a sure thing in the 1950s. By the mid-60s it was dead.

Kingdom of Heaven is a big movie and its action is worth seeing on the big screen. It has more positives than minuses and had the potential to be very good.

A discussion of the most powerful movie trilogies of all time.

A review of Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.

If you aren't excited about the upcoming film 300, then you may want to check you pulse, because you may no longer be among the living. If you haven't heard of 300, then get out from underneath your rock...

The epic of Gilgamesh is a wonderful piece of literature portraying the main character, Gilgamesh, as a strong powerful leader who is two-thirds God and stronger than any other King alive.

While not as good as many ancient period films or shows like 'Gladiator' and 'Rome', '300' succeeds in telling the moving story of the 300 Spartans who faced off against the greatest empire of the world.

After seeing Zack Snyder's 300 again last night, I decided that it was time to respond to some of the dominant reactions of audiences, critics, and international politicians alike.

Predicting the Academy Awards may be a bit tricky but it need not be difficult. As long as you know the secrets to Oscar prognostication.

The demographic for the two-part film adaptation of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" might be a little older than five-years-old--but they likely still aren't aware of the history behind other films that managed to get two-part releases during the 20th century...

The Coliseum Cinemas Movie Club shows first-run, non-commercial art, documentary, & independent films in Washington Heights, New York City. Inwood, Washington Heights, Harlem & Riverdale residents ecstatic that they can view art films close to home.

For a brief time newsstands actually stocked a mature, well-written contemporary monster movie magazine geared towards thinking adults (though you'd never know it from the title): CASTLE OF FRANKENSTEIN.

How many sports movies were inspired by a true story? Are you ready for another sports movie based on a true story?

Review of Date Movie and reasons it is possibly the worst movie ever made.

Discussion of five foreign films that are easily accessible to the American viewer, with emphasis on connections to our own movies.

Disney offers four value resorts, one of them being Disney's All Star Movies Resort. This is a great resort for a family on a budget. This is a bright and vibrant resort with a colorful and larger than life atmosphere.

Movie soundtracks and movie lyrics will be changed forever by the 2006 Oscar win, "It's Hard Out Here For a Pimp". Through the years, film soundtracks have added character, emotion, and dimension to films. Hummable tunes and rap lyrics add movie magic.

The auteur theory is a laughable enterprise in trying to assign authorship to a single individual associated with the making of a movie.

When I saw the preview for Duma, I thought to myself, "Didn't I already see that movie, under its old title Two Brothers?" But, come to find out, it's a totally different movie. A much better movie.

Tired of the nasty words and R-rated scenes in most movies? Now you get those same movies without the obscenities.

So you want to catch a movie in Baltimore? There are several movie theaters in Baltimore, depending on your taste. Whether you want local, independent, foreign or hollywood films, this guide reviews a theater for you. Local restaurants are also included.

A guide to all Louisville movie theaters, including ticket prices, phone numbers for showtimes and customer service, features offered in addition to films, and locations

Attendance at movie theaters has been declining. Marketing Suggestion: Offering discounts & package deals, including Birthday Certificates, and frequent customer rewards for movie tickets and concession stand merchandise & food. Offering promotions.

Between Dallas and Fort Worth, movie fans are fortunate to have at least three theater choices. With plenty of screens, comforable seating, and nearby food/retail choices, the three theaters in this article are winners. You can leave home for movie magic.

In days like these when schools no longer inspire greatness, and society no longer expects it, a movie like Akeelah and the Bee is a great reminder that the only barriers we have to success is ourselves.

This article lists 10 movies to watch on the 4th of July. Plot summaries and reasons why these movies are suitabe for the holiday are given.

If you want to see a movie in Greensboro, NC you have plenty of great theaters at your disposal. Here are a few of the best in the area to catch the next big blockbuster:

What Horror movies and pornography have in common is a virulent hatred of women. Disturbingly, these misogynistic fantasies of violence are shown in movie theaters every day as PG-rated entertainment the entire family can enjoy.

Tallahassee is home to four very different movie theaters, and an IMAX. Learn a bit about them to know exactly what you're looking for.

Most people go see a movie and if they like it they make pick up the soundtrack. But there's so much to be found at the movie's website that you simply must go there to enhance your movie going experience.

No matter your religious beliefs, the Da Vinci Code movie is fun and entertaining, exactly what a movie should be. The scavenger hunt aspect keeps your interest, and the art isn't too shabby to look at it either!

The Toxic Avenger is every B-movie fan's dream come true.

a personalized movie guide for the Fall 2006 upcoming picture lineup

Passion of the christ was a manupulative movie that intrigued minds and was also very contoversial. It was the story of Jesus Christ in a movie as established by the director and writer.

Slated to appear in theatres March 2007, previews for the movie adaptation of Frank Miller's "300" have already appeared all across the web. Will it be a blockbuster hit or a sinker?

I'm not a fan of action movies, but this movie was quite good.

It's not as easy buying that movie lover family member or friend what they want this holiday season. Do you feel like you've bought them every DVD they could possibly want? Read on for unique and surprising gift ideas that any movie buff would love!

This guide provides a list of the top ten holiday gifts sure to earn you a standing ovation from the movie lover on your holiday shopping list.

Action, dark comedy, and engaging thriller, Two hands is a fresh movie with a fresh twist and worth watching.

If you're travelling through Denver and you need to stop for some entertainment, here is a list of the top movie theaters in Denver

Two big stars in one big movie. The math works but the end result doesn't seem to work at all. Extremely overrated and overdone, Mr. & Mrs. Smith is definitely one of those movies that you keep on your list - but only as a rainy day movie.

6-6-06 the billboards around your town read, anticipating the release of the 20th Century Fox movie "The Omen". Prophetic revelations of evil events occurring in the future have been with humankind ever since the onset of consciousness of time.

One must realize that an epic recipe requires an enormous number of ingredients. The vast number of necessary ingredients can be found throughout The Faerie Queen in the variety of characters, settings and stories.

Pros
clever action sequences

Cons
They had to blow up such a nice car.

The Bottom Line
Its a solid action movie

Hosting a slumber party can be a lot of work. But finding the right movie can make your girls' night one to remember. Check out these recommendations from one mom who's hosted a few girls' nights.

The recent Internet Movie Database poll of the best movie quotes of the decade points once again to how lacking in creativity the film industry sunk.

Annoying habits and irriations by others in movie theaters seem to have become the norm. How often is your movie experience ruined by the "rude cell phone guy" or "non-whisperer man" or perhaps the "kicking chair kid?" To you I say, I feel your pain!

Will Ferrell stars as a Nascar driver named Ricky Bobby. This movie is full of laugh out loud fun! Ferrell is surrounded by a great cast which adds to a great dynamic on screen. Do yourself a favor and check out this outrageously hilarious movie!!

What followed was a long line of B-movie horror flicks, snuff films, and parody-style soft-core.

I am one of the few people who has not read this book. I think that helped me enjoy this movie all the more.

Need a movie to scare the pants off you this Halloween, the following is a list of some great scary movies

Some writers cannot picture themselves writing an historical novel. Why, after all, create for yourself all that extra work? Yet, historical fiction can provide a fabulous escape for the reader as well as the writer him or herself.

Historical war-gamers and miniature painters tend to be a very closed community. As it's a hobby that spreads mostly by word of mouth, if you're not lucky enough to live next to a hobby shop you may have no idea where to get the miniatures.

Review of the new film THE STRANGERS.

If you are searching for a great film camera, then there is one that I would highly suggest taking a look at the Nikon 35mm SLR Film Camera, Model: FM10.

When I used to think about �Drama' I would picture, lovey dovey, crybaby, men and women, but then I watched a few movies, later finding out that they were in the �Drama' category, and I actually liked them.

On May 26, 2008, the Idaho State Historical Museum will be presenting a 3000 sq. ft. exhibit on the history of Freemasonry in Idaho. This fascinating exhibit will include costumes, folk art, and rarely seen Masonic artifacts used in degree work.

This article gives you a heads up on movies that will be released to theaters in New York and Los Angeles so that you can search them out via other means.

It seems that the theme for this upcoming summer's cinematic endeavors is "Sequel, Sequel, Sequel." With dozens of movies to choose from, here is a look at the ten movies I think have the best chances at being the hottest things the box office has to offer!

There are many comic book movies that have come out this year. These are a few.

An historical festival takes place at Fort Sisseton in the Fort Sisseton State Park in South Dakota every year during the first full weekend in June. This year it will take place from June 6th through the 8th.

The Nikon QD 35mm Film Camera, Model: N65 is one of the most celebrated film cameras on the market. With unique features and technologies that will enhance how you take photographs, this film camera will deliver stellar images every time you use it.

The Hasselblad Medium Format SLR Film Camera, Model: 503CW is one of the most celebrated professional film cameras on the market and with its history of constantly producing breathtaking photographs.

The Nikon Body Only 35mm Film Camera, FM3A has been designed with the professional, and not-so-professional photographer in mind. You will be able to take high-quality pictures with this camera, but what you'll be surprised about is how easy this camera is to operate.

A reveiw of the second film in The Chronicles of Narnia series.

A comparison of Jane Austen's book Pride and Prejudice with Director Joe Wright's film adaptation of the novel.

In the film The Bicycle Thief by Vittorio De Sica, Antonio is the tragic hero because he is naturally wise, has a turn of fate, and shows dramatic irony

The Nikon 35mm Film Camera, Model: N90S is one of the coolest film cameras on the market because of its ability to provide you with amazing features that are easy-to-use and also quite powerful.

The Nikon F6 35mm SLR Autofocus Film Camera is one of my personal favorite film cameras because it will provide you with professional-quality photographs, without having to spend months learning the various functions of the camera.

The Mamiya 645 AFD Medium Format Film Camera is a camera that has been designed for the professional photographer. Read this review to find out more about this great film camera.

The Vivitar Zoom 35mm SLR Film Camera, Model: V3800N is a great camera for amateur photographers who desire to upgrade their picture quality and learn how to create breathtaking photographs with film.

The Canon EOS Rebel T2 with 28-90mm Lens Film Camera is one of the most highly celebrated film cameras within its class, and both consumers and professional reviewers are incredibly impressed with this cameras functions and high-powered shooting abilities.

Here is a look at some Irish movies worth seeing. This list includes comedies. musicals and drama

Forest Whitaker, just won the Oscar for Best Actor. Here are some other movies he has stared in thay you should check out.

Here are few B-movies for your next bad movie night. If you're like me then these will be jewels in your bad movie crown.

Can't decide whether or not that movie was actually good? Here's an objective guide to determining whether a movie was good or not. Some of the C's are open to interpretation so it's not completely objective.

This is about the good and bad in comic book movies. But mostly revolves around Superman. He has had the most movies both good and bad.

Good bad movies, DVD reviews , Cable, Drive in movies

Here is a list of the best scary movies to watch this Halloween

Halloween is closing in and a lot of people out there are terrified of horror movies and hate the Halloween holiday because of those movies everywhere on television. Here are some stepping stones to surpass being a chicken.

This article lists 45 movies you can watch as a family. Classics, animated features, and new movies are included. What's left off is anything that will have you covering your children's eyes or ears or explaining more than watching.

In celebration of the upcoming football season here is a list of the greatest football movies of all time.

Here is a review of the top hockey movies of all time. I was hoping for 10 but could ony come up with 5

With Pirates 2 a multimillion dollar smash hit around the world, pirate movies may be making a comback. Here are ten that came before, from the early greats to the recent blunders and everything inbetween.

This article reviews, and lists, the best that classic horror movies have to offer. Take a few Saturday nights and enjoy a horror movie classic. Don't forget to scream!