As mentioned in Tuesday's Top 5: War Films post, I finally got to go and see American Sniper this past Saturday. Bradley Cooper gave an uncanny portrayal of "The Legend" Chris Kyle, a Navy SEAL specialist that is the most lethal sniper in U.S. military history with 160 kills. Clint Eastwood's direction is impressive as he displays an honest representation … Continue reading FILM IN REVIEW: American Sniper (2014)
TUESDAY TOP 5: War Films
I finally saw American Sniper this Saturday and I have to say it was a breathtaking portrayal of the life of Navy Seal Chris Kyle. Stay tuned for an American Sniper "Film in Review" post later this week for the full scoop! As a direct result of my excitement for American Sniper, I wanted to focus this week's Tuesday Top 5 on my favourite … Continue reading TUESDAY TOP 5: War Films
SERIES SPOTLIGHT: Friday Night Lights (2006-2011)
I initially was going to include the Friday Night Lights TV Series in Tuesday's sports focused Top 5 list, however I felt like creating an entire post instead as it is one of my favourite TV shows of all-time. Over the holiday break I was sidelined with bronchitis, so I decided that it was the best … Continue reading SERIES SPOTLIGHT: Friday Night Lights (2006-2011)
FILM IN REVIEW: Selma (2014)
Martin Luther King Jr. is best known for his use of nonviolent resistance in order to spark societal change as the leader of the African-American Civil Rights Movement. MLK Day is an American federal holiday that is the 3rd Monday of January each year as a remembrance of his life and his efforts, as this date is closest … Continue reading FILM IN REVIEW: Selma (2014)
TUESDAY TOP 5: Sports Films
Sunday was an excellent day/night of football with an emotional roller coaster of a viewing experience for all those watching the NFL AFC & NFC Championships. The NFC Championship between the Seattle Seahawks and the Green Bay Packers provided one of the best comebacks in history with a successful 2-point conversion, on-side kick, beastquake, and overtime win. … Continue reading TUESDAY TOP 5: Sports Films
