THE GOONIES : Where is the 'One-Eyed' Willy treasure?

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It's difficult to look back on my childhood with some elements of nostalgia (this sentence is dedicated by my friend Antonio) I remember when I used to play with my friends make up adventures about treasures or mysteries.So,I'm sure if you watch Goonies for the first time,you'll remember these memories.Have you ever been a Goonie?

This blockbuster is an American adventure comedy produced (as could not be otherwise) by Steven Spielberg,and directed by Richard Donner.It was in 1985 and when Warner Bros released it,Goonies had a meteoric success as a consequence it grossed $61.5 million worldwide.What's more,it is considered a cult film.And last but not least,there are some curiosities about this amazing film,like its pirate ship was real,the soundtrack 'Eight Arms to Hold You' was not a success an that time however not it is not a really valuable,apart from games or Tv series (for instance 'Stranger things') which were influenced by Goonies.

In Astoria (Oregon),in a small seaside village in EEUU,live peacefully a group of teenagers (Mikey,Brand,Chunk,Mouth,Andy,Stef and Data),in a neigbourhood.However,one day their parents received a letter which tells about evictions their house owing to their debts.Some days later,this gang find a map of the treasure and they decide to looking for this treasure in order to pay these overwhelming payments.This amazing adventure not only is amazing but it is also dangerous due to the difficult and a ganster family (Jack,Francis,Sloth and Mama Fratelli) who try to get this treasure too,although Sloth became a Goonie.

Anyway, although the plot is not exactly a complex to understand I recommend you watch the film given that it is an entertaining story that makes you remember about your childhood.In addition, it was way ahead of its time:thinking of evictions and how these teenagers struggle about it at that time was really creative, don't you think ?
..............as Mikey said 'Goonies never say die'

                                                                                                                                                                  

                                          

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Goonies

HOOSIERS : More than idols

Have you ever though a life without sport? It is often said that you do exercise,it doesn't matter whatever sport you practice,your body and your mind will be better.Nevertheless to say that if you have a goal,although it is difficult to get it,and you don't give,finally your reward will be bigger.For this reason,I've chosen Hoosiers,it is possible not it is a really famous film but it contains all these ingredients which I told before,

Hoosiers is a sport film.This unforgettable film is set in 1986.It was directed by David Anspaugh and written by Angelo Pizzo.Its main character are Barbara Hershey,Gene Hackman,Dannis Hopper and the musician Jerry Goldsmith (to its soundtrack),these last ones were nominated to Academy Award due to the amazing roles.Furthermore,Hoosiers received the independent Spirit award in 1986.It is considered a cultural,historical and aesthetically significant film by some critics,and mainly by Library of Congress.

This story starts when Norman Dale (Gene Hackman) arrives to a small rural village in Indiana (Hickory) in order train a high school basketball team that would like to win the state championship.Norman has to start from scratch in this village due to his past.Hickory citizens don't accept the decision about the new coach.However,Norman,with the collaborative of Shooter Flatch (who is a drunk,basketballbuzz and father of one player,interpreted by Dannis Hopper) and his basketball players work really hard and evenly to change the dynamic way,and his new neigbors to walk the talk to get the success.In the end,this team and its coach are totally an enormous example.

Don’t miss your chance to watch Hoosiers,because if you are sportbuzz and you enjoy with this type of films,This 80s movie is a must.Once you have watch it,you will never forget it. 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoosiers_(film)

REBECCA : Genius Hitchcock

Do you know what was the secret of Manderley? Maybe you don't know the answer,however,which you should know is about this gothic romance film.Throughout Hitchcock career,it's a well-known fact that there are wonderful titles from this genuine director,which it will be difficult to choose one of them,although from my point of view 'Rebecca' is a must watch.

The British-born American filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock is the best-known to love making movies on location instead of in the studio and passionate of mystery plots.'Rebecca' was based on the 1938 novel with the same name by Daphne du Maurier,after reading Hitchcock decided to direct 'Rebecca' with David O.Selznick production in 1940.The film received countless awards due to its big success,an Academy Award among others.One curiosity about this film is the clothing which main female wears during the permormance,after this movie this garb was called with the name of this film.

Maximillian de Winter (Laurence Olivier) is a lord in Montecarlo.One night,this aristocratic widower meets a beautiful and sweet woman (Joan Fontaine) who works as a paid companion to E.Van Hopper (Florence Bates).After first day,the couple fall in love in due time,but the unnamed young women hides this information to his superior.Finally,the couple get married and they decide to live in Manderly,and the young women become the second Mrs the Winter.This place is really mysterious mansion.Max never comes back after his previous wife dead.The Rebecca's shadow,her stranger death and the staff of Manderlay take a horrible stay to the new Mrs the Winter.

This film is fascinating and really entertaining,especially after the first meeting between Joan Fontaine and Laurence Olivier.Although it seems to be an old-fashioned story,nothing could be further from the truth,which is an original plot and easy to follow and when you start you can not put it down.I highly recommend 'Rebeca' to anyone who enjoys mystery films.
........Last night I dreamt I came to Manderley again.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rebecca_(1940_film)

MURDER BY DEATH : Who has done it?

Did you use to play board games? one of my favourite pastimes when I was a child was spending my time playing board games with my friends.Games like 'Monopoly or Guess who?,but my favorite one was Clue.So,'Murder by death' remember me this addictive game.Would you like to know about this movie?

'Muder by death' is a 1976 American mystery and comedy film written by Neil Simon and directed by Robert Moore.This satirical movie is an amazing idea which we can watch the most famous actors/detective in this period like Culombo (Peter Falk),Truman Capote,Hercule Poirot,Miss Marple.....Furthermore,This witty film received two important nomination from Global globes and the best original plot from Screenwriters guild.

This amazing film starts when Lional Twain,an eccentric multimillionaire,invites to the most important detective to his mansion in order to play a mysterious game.Twain tell them that they should solve a murder,which will be in a dinner.Only one of them will get a reward of $1million,however the host won't attend this dinner.His blind butler (Jamessir Bensonmum) and his illiterate cook (Yetta) organize this shocking dinner.When midnight come,the events and a mysterious  behind-the-scenes became more and more frequent which can lead to a night terror for guests.

Finally, the story is extremely original.Never before had I watched anything like it.Moreover,its fascinating plot will keep me absorbed from beginning to end.As a matter of fact,I couldn’t take my eyes off the screen for a single instant.Don´t miss your chance to watch this classic film.Once you have discover it, you will never forget it. (you will not be able to put it down).From my point of view,it is a true whodunit.It starts as a parody,but it ends as an ingenious and brilliant reflexion about this gender.

........By the time the words greatest figure out whodmail...you could die laughing!

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_by_Death

THE GNOMO-MOBILE : A tall tale about little people

Do you love any movie which is not famous? It is a well known fact that movies need to be promoted,such as TV or adds.However,It is true that these types of great films have a special charm.When I was a child,I used to be 'The Gnomo-Mobile' with my cousin  every weekend.Does this film sound familiar?

The Gnomo-Mobile is a comedy fantasy film,which was directed by Robert Stevenson and
produced by Walt Disney in 1936.This gripping film is based on a novel with the same name in 1936 and it was played in theatre on November 5th,in 1976.The main characters are Walter Brennan (D.J.Mulrooney),Karen Dotrice and Matthew Garber (Elizabeth and Rodney) are famous by the role in Mary Poppins,and last but not least the young Tom Lowell and 943 year-old gnome Matthew Garber (Jasper and Knobby).One curiosity regarding this film is its translate title in Spain,which is 'The grandpa is crazy.Besides,Walt Disney produced several films about gnoms.

D.J.Mulrooney is an eccentric businessman who works in wood sector.Each mouth,he usually goes to a trip from one of the most famous park in Seattle with his grandchildren.This park is going to be demolished in order to use its wood from other activities.While Mulrooney and Rodney are having a placid brunch.Suprisingly,Elizabeth finds a couple of gnomos,who one of them is really elderly and he will die when Mulrooney demolished this forest due to he can't go to another forest.When this gnomo meets with the rich famous businessman,he gets angry with him for his decision about his forest.After that,Mulrooney knows the gnomo's story and he changes his ideas,although it is not easy and it seems to be suspected of being crazy.

But what I really like about this films the hidden meaning of the plot.We must understand that human behavior is not always right.If you want to disconnect from the ordinary world and think about madness in a fun way,this is definitely your movie!
.......They're going to laugh-a-minute in the funniest family outing of the year!

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Gnome-Mobile

ROMAN HOLIDAY : Pretty story in an eternal city

What is your favourite foreign city? It is often said that you visit a city a part of you never came back. Especially,in my case,if I am talking about my honeymoon.Rome is a wonderful place to go on holidays,its atmosphere,its really famous monuments and 3000 years of history.For these reasons,I have chosen 'Roman Holiday' because not only is it one of the most famous Holiwood films but it also has unforgettable for me.

'Roman Holiday' is set in 1953.It is an American Romantic film,which is directed and produced by William Wayer.Its famous starts,Gregory Peck (Princess Ann) and Audrey Hepburn (Joe Bradley),create this unforgettable film.This famous film received several awards,although the most important are the screenplay and custom design,and last but not least Audrey Hepburn won an Academy Award for best actress.

Ann is not a happy a princess given that she has a strict schedule.For this reason she decides to run away and  enjoy for the first time in an eternal Rome.Joe,an gorgeous reporter,finds Ann sleeps in the street and he cares of her in his house.Joe realizes that it is an opportunity to have an exclusive interview with royal princess in order to earn money.So,he shows her the city Rome in order to take information and relevant photos.However,feelings are stronger than particular interests. 

Personally, I really enjoy watching this unforgettable movie.It's a gripping story which I'll always recommend it.Besides,Rome is wonderful and this story shows us its charming places,So,it's difficult to look back on my honeymoon with some elements of nostalgia,maybe my trip has similarities with royal princess' journey.

.....I don't know how to say goodbye,I don't find words.....It isn't necessary.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_Holiday

MARY POPPINS : Practically perfect in every way

Do you remember a film which you used to watch over and over? It is often said that your favourite films rarely corresponds when you were a child with your current priorities.In my case,nowadays I hardly ever watch Mary Poppins,however,when I was a child,I managed to watch this unforgettable movie several times in a row.Even now,I love it!.

Mary Poppins is an American musical film,which was directed by Robert Stevenson  and produced by Wall Disney.This wonderful film had received countless awards during its 54 years,the most famous were 13 Academy Awards,which it won five (Best actress,best film editing,original soung edition,best visual edition and original song edition  'Chim Chim Cher-ee'.Its songs were arranged by the Shermann Brothers.It was a critical acclaim when it was released in August,1984.After all is said and done,its success is unquestionable,thanks chiefly to its famous main characters,Julia Andrews (Mary Poppins) and Dick Van Dyke (Bert).Five years ago,Walt Disney Picture released 'Saving Mr.Banks',which plot hinges on the production of the popular Mary Poppins.It was interpreted by Enma Thompson,Tom Hanks....

All begins when Mr.Banks and his wife hate not find a good nanny at leats she endurances more than 2 days with his sons,Jane and Michael.Until one day,surprisingly,Mary Poppins is the only one candidate to work post.So,quickly both children and parents are really happy with this magic nanny.Children love spending time with Mary Poppins,given that the amazing nanny uses her magic to transport into some amazing landscapes,funny tea party or dancing on the rooftops together her friend,Bert.This experience with Mary Poppins changed their life,both children and Mr.Banks.

I highly recommend this amazing film.Everyone should watch Mary Poppins at least one in their life.No matter what year it is or how old are,this unforgettable nanny will never become dull.His goal was to teach a lesson to children and its father about growing up in an entertaining way,without rules.All things considered,what I really loved about this film is the strength of Mary Poppins.Next December,we will have the choice to watch 'Mary Poppins Returs'.....To have an opinion,we will have to wait.
.......well,you can say supercalifragilisticexpialidocious when you have nothing to say.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Poppins_(film)

TERMINATOR 2 judgment day : I’ll be back.

Honestly,there aren too many soundtracks which give a special feeling when I start to listen,maybe Rocky or back to the future are one of them….but ‘You could be mine’ by Guns and Roses is also an special case.Cinema audio track is on of the most important point in a cinema production.It is really common to know the music more than the plot.I don’t remember what the latest Terminator was,when I listened again its soundtrack in the cinema,but I pretty call to mind it was an amazing moment.

Terminator 2 :Judgment Day is an American science-fiction movie.It was directed and writter by James Cameron and it was also writter by William Wisher in 1991.First of all,it is significance to point out that this movie was an absolute key to Schwarzenegger’s and Cameron’s careers.Apart from its enormous success,it is considered one the most influential visual effects films of all time.Furthermore,the film received several accolades,and a one the highest-grossing film in its time.This famous franchise is completed by the previous one Terminator in 1984 and  later with Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003),Terminator Salvation (2009),Terminator Genisys (2015) and Terminator : Dark Fate (2019),apart from numerous video games,Tv series or comics.As a final prying,The first scene,in which the nuclear apocalypse is depicted,costs more that the entire first film.

In 2029,the war has arrived between malignant machines and human resistance.Skynes creates the strongest prototype,the T-1000 (Robert Patrick)  to destructive the opposition leader John Connor (Edward Furlong).Yet,the human proyect develops the T-800 Terminator to protect Connor,which is covered in synthetic flesh (Arnold Schwarzenegger).His mother,Sarah Connor (Linda Hamilton),who was arrested to avoid the ‘Judgment Day’,in this time they have to struggle with the T-800 to ensure the future of humanity.There,the boy and the robot establish an unexpected bond.

To my mind,one of the greatest action movies I have ever seen.Phenomenal Acting,mind blowing special effects along with an amezing soundtrack.What’s more,the best of the franchise that shows how advamces in technology can affect the future.Flipping Arnie to being the good guy really which helps develop characters,this is the must see movie of the franchise.

….The unknown future rolls toward us.I face it,for the first time,with a sense of hope.Because if a machine,a Terminator,can learn the value of human life,maybe we can too.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terminator_2:_Judgment_Day

SECRET ADMIRER : A love letter

Are current teenagers movies only for themselves? There is not doubt that these films never go out fashion.It is a well-known fact that this type of movies are following from teenagers,however, when these teens become adults keep watching them,despite of the lack of complex plot,we love them!.Nowadays,there a plenty of these films,although from my point of view in the past we could get the greatest like 'The outsiders' or 'The breakfast club',but my favourite is 'Secret Admirer'

This teen romantic comedy film was directed by David Greenwalt in 1985,among its main characters we can watch some famous young actors that later they become in the spotlight,like C.Thomas Howell (Michael),Lori Loughlin (Toni) and Kelly Preston (Debi,John Travolta's real wife).Its unforgettable soundtrack was arranged by Jan Hammer.In 2016,an independent film,'Paper cups' from Puerto Rican,were critiqued on account of to be an almost-exact copy of Secret Admirer.

This entertaining film starts when Toni writes a love letter for Mike,but she doesn't want to Mike knows that it is hers.So,this letter which passed between parents and friends,from one hand to another,and all of them think that they have a lover,which results a plenty of funny misunderstandings.This tangle situation is caused because Toni is not capable to say that she falls in love with Michael,given that he totally falls in love with his best friend,Debi.

What I really loved about the film is how the original plot is shown.I wanted to know what was going to happen to Michael and Toni.Although some parts of the film are a little predictable,I find it entertaining and haunting.
.....Sometimes when you're looking for.....is right beside you.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Secret_Admirer

JURASSIC PARK : Our ancestral friends

Have you ever thought a life with Dinosaurs again? Many people claim that these dangerous reptiles will be always present in our memories in spite of them got extinguished for hundred years,for these reasons there is not doubt that these amazing animals are shown in numerous facts in our daily life,for instance in  museums,books,documentaries and blockbuster films.

Nowadays,we are celebrated the 25th anniversary of the first film concerning these 'lovely' animals which was Jurassic Park.This American science-fiction adventure film was in 1993,and it was directed by Steven Spielberg.This film is based on a novel with the same name which was written by Michael Crichton.Regarding awards,Jurassic Park became an enormous success and becoming the highest-grossing film ever at the time ,until Titanic was realised.Besides,it received three Academy Awards,but the strengh of this film is its soundtrack,it was arranged by John Williams.This fabulously movie was the first one of this famed saga which is continued for The Lost World (1997),Jurassic Park 3(2001),Jurassic World (2015) and the last one,until now,Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdon (2018) which was directed by J.A.Bayona.During this sequel,these films were interpreted by several famous actors like Sam Neill,Jeff Goldblum,Chris Pratt,Bryce D.Howard among others.Besides,on June 2022,the sequel has another title,Jurassic Park Dominion.

This movie is set in Costa Rica.To begin when John Hammond and his company create an enormous park where habit these cloning animals,during a journey,the owners received a visitor of experts to accredit this amazing park create negative impacts and but it also brings them positive benefits.Over an expedition,visitors suffer an accident when Tyrannosaurus Rex to escape and attack the group.After that,this park which was built to enjoy is becoming an unsafe place.

I love it because the plot is so gripping that absorbs into you in a fascinating world of dinosaurs from the beginning to the end.Apart from that, it is really well directed,firstly by Spielberg and after by Bayona.For these reasons I would highly recommend this saga to passionate of dinosaurs' world.Now,we have the chance to watch the last one in the large screen..In my case,I could watch in my favourite cinema.
........'Something has survived'

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jurassic_Park_(film)