Temple Grandin

Temple Grandin (Claire Danes) is a story of an autistic woman and her struggles as she went through in the 60's. An era were autistic people where thought of a burden on society. Their families only solution was to institutionalize them. Her mother Eustacia (Julia Ormond) knew that her daughter was special and that she could be taught to understand. Temple has a photographic memory. This was her unique way to see the world. Temple's mother prepared her for college. She always feared the cruelty of people who would not understand her childlike communication skills would mask her Einstein intelligence.

This movie is about the struggle of Temple Grandin, her love for animals and development of more humane methods of taking care of livestock for the slaughterhouse. One of her inventions was her "squeeze machine". She would use this machine to comfort herself when she felt fear or overwhelmed. Temple managed to win over everyone she met. A touching story of never judging a book by its cover, Temple's autism never stopped her from achieving greatness. She earned her Doctorate Degree in Animal Science. Exceeding in education, she is also a published journalist in the magazine and newspaper world. Temple Grandin is an inspiration to all. This is a must see movie for all ages.

Birzavit: "SERA"

Born in the Dominican Republic Birzavit, is a hot new artist from the Bronx. She's been singing since she was a child and that passion continued to grow, as she got older. Now, Birzavit seems to be on the fast track to become the next Latin pop diva, she has the goods to make it last in the industry.

With Birzavit's sultry voice, her singles "Vamos Lento" and "Mi Decision" will have her on the Latin charts soon. Her first album title: "SERA" will have the industry taking notice. Birzavit clearly understands how to standout, and there is a lot of talent in this petite young woman, and people are noticing. Birzavit's unique name, fantastic voice and great stage presence will gain the recognition of international acclaim. Keep your eyes out for this rising star, because she's coming and there is no stopping her.

Furry Vengeance

An ambitious real estate developer, Dan Sanders (Brendan Fraser) moves his family to the Oregon Wilderness to oversee production on his newest project. Threatening the homes of the local forest creatures with his housing subdivision project that will cause the destruction of the woodland critter homes. Angering the animals, an incredibly clever raccoon leads the battle between man and nature, and see who will conquer all.

This hilarious comedy is great for the whole family. Brendan Fraser once again takes the movie to another level, with excellent comedy timing from both Brendan and Ken Jeong (The Hangover),they will have you running to the nearest wild life foundation, to join.

I give this movie 4 1/2 Stars.

Letters To Juliet

Sophie (Amanda Seyfried) is an American girl on vacation with her fiancee Victor (Gael Garcia Bernal) in Italy. When walking along the town she discovers the Verona courtyard home of Juliet Capulet of "Romeo and Juliet", there she discovers letters left on a the massive wall by heartbroken women asking for help in their relationships, she notice that they were being collected off the wall, and answered by a group of volunteers called "Secretaries of Juliet". Sophie helping one of the volunteers, finds a letter dated from 1957, she is immediately drawn to the letter and decides to answer it. She motivates the writer of the letter, Claire Wyman (Vanessa Redgrave) to return to Italy with her grandson Charlie (Christopher Egan) in search of her long lost love Lorenzo. Sophie joins them in her quest to find her true love.

Letters to Juliet is a romantic comedy, a beautiful story waiting to be told. Romantic and sensitive this movie will touch your hearts, ladies. After all, every woman is waiting for her Romeo!!

I give this movie 4 stars.

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City Island

The Rizzo family may look like a typical family, except that they won't tell the truth to each other. The father Vince (Andy Garcia) an unhappy correctional guard can't admit that his poker night are in fact acting classes, his daughter Vivian (Dominick Garcia) works as a stripper when she lost her scholarship for college and her brother Vince Jr. (Ezra Miller) has a fat fetish which involve his 300 lbs neighbor who he's been watching on her 24hrs. webcam show. This dysfunctional family come to their breaking point when Vince brings home from work a formal prisoner Tony Nardella (Steven Strait) to live with the family, but at the same time trying to hide the biggest secret ever from his entire family and Tony. Secrets have a way of coming out, but in this crazy family, those secrets are busting out.

City Island is a funny, touching story about families and secrets, beautifully written and cast. This movie will make you feel fortunate for the family you have.

I give this movie 4 Stars.

Why Did I Get Married Too?

The couples reunite once again on their annual vacation to spend time together and to analyze their marriages. Unfortunately, this time, an univited guest disturbs their beautiful trip to the Bahamas. Mike (Richard Jones) who's only there to get his ex-wife Sheila (Jill Scott) back. The secrets of the couples starts unraveling, which changes everyone life forever.

Written and Directed by Tyler Perry, he continues where he left off with the couples, not quite up to the gripping storyline as the original was, this sequel has some upsetting moments, some twist and turns, so everyone be prepared.

I give this movie 3 1/2 stars.