Audrey M. Brown

Musings on a new diagnosis, and how to deal with the frustrations of illness.

Personal musings on the frustrations of being a christian and loving movies. This is an OPINION PIECE and PERSONAL ESSAY.

The movie that introduced Mel Gibson to the world might introduce you to many other things, namely Australian History, WWI facts, and and early life on the Australian plains.

Stanley Kubrick's signature film still gets noticed. The film was banned in England for years. In America, the leading man of the movie is well loved enough for people to dress as him for Halloween....

This movie is like a log flume. What, you expect profound allegory from a theme park lover?

Don't miss out on this unique holiday!

How sometimes an ex can end up with more than some of your DVD's after a bad break-up.

Up your standards.

It seems like every day I run into someone on Myspace who calls themselves a "gypsy". This is innocent enough, but there seems to be so much that people don't know about real gypsies.

Frank Oz's comedy masterpiece that proves a few key theories I've held for a while.

Both Mike and Joel are back, separately, sticking it to bad movies (and even some you probably love). Here's where to find them and how to re-live the magic.

The movie that surprised me, because I really enjoyed it. Does that make me a yuppie? Don't answer that.

Has the celebration of the resurrection of Christ spun out of control?

Nancy Drew and the case of the mysteriously busy newspaper.

Matte Paintings are a movie art form, and they're close to going the way of the buffalo. Let's talk...

Hitchcock's "stab" at the adventure thriller. Why it's so iconic and how it has influenced current filmmakers.

Why AFI's funniest movie of all time acts as a time capsule for American Film.

Just because it isn't on the news, doesn't mean you shouldn't still know what life is like for those who lost everything in Hurrican Katrina.

This is a classic Orson Welles movie that has garnered scads of praise and awards, especially in the eyes of the British public. Does it live up to the hype?

The title is true, it's worthless.

Last night's episode of LOST was full of new people and hints about as subtle as a blow to the head.

The positives and negatives of writing "pay per view" and of sharing opinions and writing on the internet in general.

I had a frustrating experience this past week involving a class and an NC-17 movie. Will you or your children be forced to watch pornography at the collegiate level?

This film is practically required viewing for people interested in film, as it was very influential. But is it any good?

I tried to stay fairly spoiler free here, and also this is based on a true story. So I don't think I can ruin it for you.

Spoiler Alert! As with all of my reviews of older films, it would be best to read this article after having seen "The Searchers" to discuss what the film meant to you. I'll share my thoughts on some...

Released in 1947, this film carried the tagline, "Chaplin Changes! Can You?" It's a cinematic gem that carries a heavy weighted message. But be prepared for a darker tone.

This is an oft overlooked British film, that features Alec Guiness in a whopping eight parts! You won't want to miss it.

One woman's opinion on the mass hysteria that is taking hold of many American churches during the election.

A few small facts about news outlets to consider, before taking everything you hear at face value.

This is a film well worth watching, for some people...

A sly little comedy that you may not have heard about, but you certainly should've! This is one to rent, and I'll tell you why.

The Top Ten Composers of Film Score to Listen To When Working Out...I just dare you not to be motivated!

Drumroll please, as I announce which movie broke my heart this past year, and why.

I'll be attempting to take an hour walk each day in 2008. Did I mention I live in the nearly frozen tundra of Indiana?

Disney

Holiday fun, or not so much?

I've decided to elaborate on the little snippet I published this morning, due to a slew (yep, an official slew) of email responses on the topic. Freelance writers, listen up, because I'm going "Norma ...

Has this happened to you? If so, has it prevented you from selling an article?

You know what? There is power in the home page. Get out of your homepage rut, with these 10 creative websites that might put you off to a better start!

A seemingly harmless habit is ruining one of the best places to walk in Muncie, and there aren't a lot of those left...

Who's to blame? Who should be held accountable for the complex problem first, and what steps can we take?

A disturbing, but sadly unsurprising, bulletin caught my eye and got me going.

Another year, another slew of Christmas complaints.

"Do we have to rip the band-aid off of our wounded post 9/11 psyches to get through Cloverfield?"

The very public discussion about offensive material in the media is leaving out a key aspect of the argument. What about the children without parents or guardians?

Futurama is back, and believe me I'm glad...but did "Bender's Big Score" try a little too hard to be everything to everyone?

Let's get down to the nitty gritty of why the W.G.A. is on strike, and discuss what it could mean for the future of your favorite shows and movie studios.

It may look a little dark, and it is, but there are at least five good reasons why you will enjoy "Sweeney Todd".

Much in the same way that I stumbled across the Puppini Sisters, so I found Leslie Hall.

News of a writer's strike is beginning to surface. What will we do when the writer's of our favorite shows simply walk away?

Everybody's screaming over top of each other trying to explain who's right, who's wrong, and why. Ann Coulter has one of the loudest voices out there, and I'm going to tell you where I think she's mi...

If you are attempting to write for a living, you may want to check out "Robert's Rules of Writing". I'll tell you why.

This article tells you what the Writer's Market book series is, tells you when you might need it, and when you definitely will not.

What network is bringing you another Headless Horseman flick this October 27th, and what 80's t.v. actor stars?

A recent sound complaint goes seemingly unnoticed, but it's not the only complaint. How should Muncie deal with it's continual sound problems?

If you're thinking you can't wait until February for a new epsiode of LOST, you're not alone. Here are six quick tips to help you get through the wait.

I compare the Dyson to the Bissell, who wins?

Why you should check out Billy Blanks' newest Tao Bo Cardio DVD.

Futurama is coming back to television and DVD with all new episodes!

For any of you out there who are vain enough (like myself) to want whiter teeth, take my advice about which brand to use.

Here are 10 tips that I have learned myself, through my experiences. These are 10 specific things I would've liked to have known before I chose my tattoos.

The Puppini Sisters leave it all in the style of the '40's music. The first song I heard of theirs was a cover of the Bangles, "Walk Like an Egyptian", but done without a tongue in cheek spin.

A quick summation of the benefits of using Comcast's On Demand service instead of renting or using TiVo.

Is what's on the news really news?

This short opinion piece/television review issues a challenge to viewers of "America's Most Smartest Model".

Check out this spooky and seasonal website to learn more than you ever dreamed you could about Disney's Haunted Mansion attractions.

This article contains a listing of suggestions about what movies do a great job of getting you in just the right mood for the fall season and the Halloween holiday, including some basic background inf...

Who's looking forward to America's Next Top Model? Here's why you're not alone and why you shouldn't be ashamed.

Bandidas Review

Take a quick look to get a feel for my style.