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Happy Saturday and welcome to Saturday's Favorite Movie Moment. If you missed this 1994 film, Corrina Corrina, starring Ray Liotta, Tina Majorino, and Whoppi Goldberg, be sure and treat yourself to the DVD this week-end.
It's a fantastic movie. And have a wild and crazy week-end, full of love, music, laughter, good books, movies, ...all the good stuff...
Remember...to take care of the child within- "Be brave- Someone's waiting for you..."
23 Comments on Saturday's Movie Moment: Corrina Corrina, last added: 3/21/2009
Great movie! I saw it years ago but would definitely see it again. Whooppi is a great actress and although I disagree with some of her politics, I see her as a very positive figure in society.
Stopping in to say hello to my friend Ann :-) Odly enough, my song for today is three's company (from the 80's sit com) I just did a post about it and the jinggle will not leave my brain. Ha haaaaaaaa !
Hope you are doing well Annie. You've been in my thoughts and prayers as always. Just saw your avatar on my Entrecard dashboard and thought I'd swing by and say hello.
Have a terrific day and weekend to come. Big hug and lotsa lovies. :)
Annie honey and anyone else that cares....I'm back on line but have to use hubbys name but who cares. my email is: [email protected] ...... please....please come vist...oh yes I loved the movie...the song in my head is Oh Danny boy...heard it twice and it'a not ten o'clock yet. love ya....
I have now added this movie to my watch list. I am not a big fan of Whoopie but I might be able to squeeze through this. Thanks for sharing, I look forward to it.
OMGosh. That is our (my wife and I) favorite part of that movie. It's like the part we rewind and play again and again. Off to watch it again. Thanks for sharing.
mauniejames3 said, on 1/26/2009 6:17:00 AM
Loved the movie and adored the song Hubby claims it's a chick flick but since I'm a chick...I think...I think its wonderful (smile)
Missed you while I was off honey and glad we are both back.
Welcome to Saturday's Favorite Movie Moment. Actually, I've posted this movie before, but I'm hoping you will not remember and if you do remember, I hope you will enjoy it again. It's in honor of my dear friend Dawn from Twisted Sister who posted Enya's video of Only Time, for me during my absence. Can you believe she did that?
Not only did she write a post for me, she made a "Get Well Annie" banner. I was deeply touched and blown away by the bloggers who posted it on their blogs. For example, another cherished friend, Sandee, at Comedy Plus and Bud at WTIT The Blog (Tape Radio)who made his own version. I would also like to thank Ferd from Crazy Medical Cases for posting Dawn's banner and the great comments. The banners were excellent prescriptions and I will not forget them. All of you have been wonderful, and I'm working on a surprise post for you. I have so many of you to thank for your support. Your laughter keep me in stitches along with your comments; you've secured a place in my heart forever.
Thanks for hanging in here with me.
Moving on, this movie clip includes all of my favorite moments in the movie Sweet November, and it's accompanied by one of my favorite songs, Only Time from Enya. Sweet November, stars Charlize Theron and Keanu Reeves, and an array of great looking dogs.
An excellent film, Sweet November reminds us to stop and remember the gift of life. Keanu Reeves character discovers through the lead character (Theron) the true meaning of friendship and our God given potential to give compassion, experience joy, and understand love.
There are no words or seconds to waste while we're alive and yet we waste so many, hence this movie reminds us to make every moment count.
Soak up every laugh, smile, glance...from the ones you love and others, and give every part of yourself possible. Because what we give to the world and others will remain a part life itself always...
Live for and in every dance, hug, song, and person...with an imaginable mind and open heart.
Have a fun week-end, and don't forget about my surprise, o.k.?
13 Comments on Sweet November (Favorite Movie Moment), last added: 8/14/2008
LOVE the end of this post, Ann. Soooo very true and so important. When I look back at moments in my life that hold a special place in my heart, it can be descibed just as you stated.
I was singing "Wheel in the Sky" today. Not sure why!!
Oh annie honey your starting to sound like your old self...well... not old actually...young self...so glad your feeling a bit better...I'm praying for you honey
Hope you are feeling much better. Was just thinking about you and thought I would swing by and day hello. Have a great day. Big hug and lotsa lovies. :)
Yay!!! So glad you are feeling better and posting again!
mauniejames3 said, on 8/13/2008 9:39:00 AM
Hi Annie, Spent the day yesterday with my two grand daughters...so much fun...we are taking the oldest out on Friday for her birthday...when I see them the day for me is perfect...
Each week I post Saturday's Favorite Movie Moment, however I'm a day late this week, therefore, I entitled today's post This Week-ends Favorite Movie Moment- My apologizes to anyone who may have stopped yesterday expecting my usual Saturday post.
Although, I did not forget, hence, this week-ends Favorite Movie Moment is a famous scene from The Graduate, starring Anne Bancroft and Dustin Hoffman and directed by one of my favorite directors, Mike Nichols. Mike Nichols won an Oscar for Best Director of the film in 1967 and both Anne Bancroft and Dustin Hoffman were nominated as Best Actor/Actress in a leading role.
Wow, they were so very young weren't they. It seems eons ago. This was indeed an awesome movie. Thanks for making me smile this morning. Have a great day sweetie. Big hug and lotsa lovies. :)
Dawn, I tried to find a clip with the Mrs. Robinson song on it, but I keep getting other people's clips of sheer stupidity...
I kept clicking on titles thinking I was going to see a clip of the movie, but instead I saw little children reenacting the roles. I'm not kidding...can you imagine having your child reenact The Graduate!? (LOL)
Golly, the internet is a circus, isn't it?
Although, this is my favorite scene.
I wish someone would have whisked me away at my wedding. (laughing)
As Sandee says, Big Hug and lotsa lovies, and the Newfie way,
Dustin Hoffman was a runner -- don't know if he still is. Anyway, in many of his older films (The Graduate, Marathon Man, Kramer vs. Kramer, maybe even All The President's Men) he has some great running scene.
Love this movie. The cinematography is extraordinary.
This Saturday's favorite movie moment is actually a bunch of movie moments from Sweet November accompanied by the song Only Time from Enya. Sweet November, stars Charlize Theron and Keanu Reeves in addition to an array of some great looking dogs.
An excellent film, Sweet November reminds us to stop and remember what a true gift life is...Keanu Reeves character discovers through the lead character (Theron) the true meaning of friendship and our God given potential to give compassion and love to each other, animals, and even wayward strangers...
There are no words or seconds to waste while we're here on earth, and yet we waste a lot of them, hence this movie reminds us to make all of our moments count...
Soak up every laugh, smile, glance...from the ones you love and others, and give every part of yourself to everything possible. Because what you give to the world and others will remain a part life itself, like the soil that nurtures the trees and the soul that planted the seed.
Live for and in every dance, hug, song, and person...with the imaginable mind and open heart of a child.
I will run on my beach until I reach the end of the shoreline; and then I will wait and see what God will ask of me next...
That's my plan, except I believe I'll take a Golden Retriever with me, and Simon of course.
However, until that time, I refuse to take myself seriously...and that is the one thing I loved about this movie and the main character, if you haven't seen it, rent it-
This movie reviewer believes this movie is equivalent to the following: Three scoops(thats the most scoops suggested, so that's a lot) of peanut butter swirl, a dance on the beach, a huge summer hat, and a copy of Confederacy Of Dunces. by, John Kennedy Toole/with a foreword by Walker Percy. I think that's the most I've given a movie so far...hmmm
Make a splash out of your day~
6 Comments on Keanu Reeves and Charlize Theron in Sweet November: Saturday's Favorite Movie Moment, last added: 6/3/2008
I truly enjoyed this movie also..I think she is one of the greatest stars in Hollywood...in spite of her beauty.the song in my head all day is The Way you look tonight...I had a Frankie boy tape in the car as I was driving home..
Great choice Ann. I really loved what you had to say about it too. That is how I try to live my life. I do get bogged down and forget all that though, thanks for reminding me. And I'll keep on loving people, even though they don't always love back!
:-)
I see your nosey nest neighbor is asking us what song we have on our minds today. He is cute! I have been listening to David Cook (AI winner -- love him!), and also I'm really loving the new Madonna song "4 minutes" which is good inspiration for exercising. :-) Have a great weekend friend!
I was running late posting Saturday's Favorite Movie Moment, so I decided to change the posts title to This Week-ends Favorite Movie Moment. Because one of the greatest advantages a woman has is the prerogative to change her mind.
In addition, I've decided to familiarize myself with "Towanda's" attitude, much like Evelyn Couch, (Kathy Bates) did a fine job of accomplishing in this scene from Fried Green Tomatoes.
Fried Green Tomatoes stars Jessica Tandy, Kathy Bates, Mary Stuart Masterson, Mary Louise Parker, and Chris O'Donnell.
In this week-ends favorite movie moment Evelyn Couch (Kathy) becomes her "new independent self" Towanda with a little help from her new hormone pills. I'm not sure if I'm hormone ready, but I have a feeling these pills will come in handy someday.
If you haven't seen Fried Green Tomatoes, it's time to rent it, because this movie has it all- it's a terrific film.
Enjoy and have a great week-end.
10 Comments on This Week-end's Favorite Movie Moment, last added: 4/21/2008
hi there! thanks for dropping your card. i have a $50 contest, you might be interested to join :)
Robert said, on 4/20/2008 11:55:00 AM
on your reccomandation I am going to watch this..which will expand my movie knowledge a bit..you can only watch Smokey and Thre Bandit so many times...:)))))))
Bud Weiser, WTIT said, on 4/20/2008 5:31:00 PM
It is erie how simular our tastes are. Great choice, yet again!
beeker said, on 4/20/2008 6:08:00 PM
I love this movie and I especially love this scene! I have been working to add my Cheer Me Up Award to my site. Unfortunately WP2.5 has a few quirks, which is making it slow going. I hope all is well in your world!
Ann said, on 4/20/2008 6:18:00 PM
Makoy, I usually can't understand contests or I'm unable to do something required, but I'll be more than happy to check yours out.
Thank you for the drop too, and I will stop by and have a look at your contest- everyone can use extra money, right? Thank you for inviting me, and it's nice to meet you.
Ann said, on 4/20/2008 6:46:00 PM
Robert, I'm glad you're going to rent it, you will not be disappointed, and don't forget you're supposed to rent Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid too.
There are just some movies, like books, that are required reading or watching. (LOL)
Besides, aren't you tired of Smokey and the Bandit?
Thanks for watching it for me, and let me know what you think, o.k.?
Have a great week~
Ann
Ann said, on 4/20/2008 9:00:00 PM
Bud, You love this one too? Wow, that is eerie, but a good eerie. I love stories about unlikely friendships.
Friendships that wouldn't exist except for a shared circumstance or conflict that threatens their physical or emotional survival.
And these type of movies can be written as farces, light comedy, or drama- because the triumph over hardship and the endurance of the human spirit are the story of our lives's and you know what they say about art imitating life.
Not to mention the hilarious situations we get ourselves into- I'm sorry, I sound like a bad English Professor, or something.
I've been going on and on...with this comment.
Basically, (not that you asked) I like movies that remind us of our ability to rise to the occasion, because it's what I want to believe about people- that we have the power to survive anything, especially if we have the support and love we need from one another.
Actually, it doesn't surprise me that we like the same movies, because we share the same taste in music, and music also connects the most unlikely characters and helps us through the most difficult times.
Music will always be here for us, like the open arms of a good friend, no matter what our differences, situations or hardships.
It's amazing how many wonderful friends I've met since I've been blogging, and you're right, it seems eerie when you share many of the same tastes, but it's a good kind of eerie because you know someone gets it~
Thanks for your support, and thank you for the comment you left on my -Shh...Don't wake her- post.
Friends really do lift your spirit and keep your heart strong through difficult times. I know because you and a few other bloggers have proved it to me~ :))
Hugs, and have a great week, Bud~
Ann
P.S. Sorry for such a long comment- to borrow an expression from Misty Dawn, "The comment police" will be busting down my door any minute.
Ann said, on 4/20/2008 9:06:00 PM
Beeker, I'm so glad you saw you were nominated, and I hope you work it out, but that was not my main concern.
You're just the greatest and I wanted to make sure you knew you were nominated. Congratulations and thanks for cheering me up!
Have a great week-end and week~
Ann
P.S Let me know if there is something I can do to help, in the meantime, I will add your url to my recipient Award page.
Sandee (Comedy +) said, on 4/21/2008 1:39:00 PM
I haven't seen the movie, but loved the clip Ann. I can so relate as well. Have a great day sweetie. Big hugs and lotsa lovies. :)
Ann said, on 4/21/2008 6:56:00 PM
Sandee, I knew you would be able to relate, and I'm glad you saw the clip.
I want to thank you as well for the fantastic comment you left on my "Shh...Don't Wake Her" post.
You've got so much compassion Sandee, and I'm glad you're my friend.
By the way, I'm posting Tuesday's Question tomorrow~ :))
Love ya lots,
Ann
aussiecynic said, on 4/21/2008 10:19:00 PM
Hey there Ann
havent seen this a long time..... time to watch it again perhaps.. cheers aussie
Not all spiritual books for kids are obviously so at first glance. Fiction may help children deal with spiritual questions even better when there is not direct spiritual content. A librarian friend offers three of her multicultural favorites for older kids. Crash, by Jerry Spinelli, documents the growing friendship between a Quaker boy and an agnostic jock. Samir and Yonatan by Daniella Carmi, is a Batchelder Award-winning memoir of a Palestinian childhood. In Iqbal, by Francesco D’Adamo, a fictionalized account of a Pakistani boy sold into slavery, children develop spirituality without any wholesome adult influence. (At PaperTigers, see a review of Susan Kuklan’s Iqbal Masih and the Crusaders Against Child Slavery, a non-fiction account of this tragic but inspiring story.)
Two recent Australian animal picture books are among the many endearing examples of spiritual books for young children. Breakfast with Buddha, by Vashti Farrer and Gaye Chapman, is a first-person account of an ego-filled cat’s encounter with Buddhist monks and his consequent lesson about humility. Samsara Dog, by Helen Manos, beautifully relates the story of a dog’s several lives as he develops the spiritual qualities that finally free him from the cycle of rebirth.
The deep themes of human life are everywhere, for eyes that see. Non-didactic fiction gives children a way to explore large spiritual questions without being “spoon-fed” opinions and views.
0 Comments on Truth in Fiction as of 10/10/2007 9:17:00 AM
I think I've seen this one. Don't the two adults get together in the end? I think I've seen it.
My little kid within plays all the time. All the time.
Have a terrific day honey. It is marvelous to see a post from you. Big hug and lotsa lovies. :)
Hi Annie - Glad to see you are well enough to post again. Missed Ya!
I don't think I've seen it....
LOL @ Sandee... my little kid plays within too :)
Have a great weekend!
Luvs ya :)
I haven't seen it but I think I'll love it 'cos Whoppi Goldberg is my fav actress.
Hi Annie
Great movie! I saw it years ago but would definitely see it again. Whooppi is a great actress and although I disagree with some of her politics, I see her as a very positive figure in society.
Hope you are feeling better.
I am all child within who needs to take care of my inner adult lol
Nice video. I loved it.
BTW, I have a blogger's award for you on my blog site.
Oh Annie....I am so glad to see you posting.
I did it again...my computer is all meesed up again...but sometimes it allows me to post something.
Welcome back honey but please don't over due.
Love and a big fat hug
That's a great clip !!!!
Stopping in to say hello to my friend Ann :-)
Odly enough, my song for today is three's company (from the 80's sit com)
I just did a post about it and the jinggle will not leave my brain. Ha haaaaaaaa !
I really need to proof read better ! (phew)
Hi Speedy. :)
Hope you are doing well Annie. You've been in my thoughts and prayers as always. Just saw your avatar on my Entrecard dashboard and thought I'd swing by and say hello.
Have a terrific day and weekend to come. Big hug and lotsa lovies. :)
Hi Sandee, Hi Annie !!!!!
(((((smile)))))
I don't think I have seen this picture yet, but from the comments made so far, seems great!!!!!!.
Not familiar with the movie Annie.
Thanks for following. Take care!
Annie honey and anyone else that cares....I'm back on line but have to use hubbys name but who cares.
my email is: [email protected] ......
please....please come vist...oh yes
I loved the movie...the song in my head is Oh Danny boy...heard it twice and it'a not ten o'clock yet.
love ya....
I have now added this movie to my watch list. I am not a big fan of Whoopie but I might be able to squeeze through this. Thanks for sharing, I look forward to it.
Congrats on your new award that Sandee(comedy plus0 gave you.
I've given you an award - The Passionate Blogger Award. You do not have to participate if you don't want to.
Hope you are feeling better. Have a terrific day. Big hug and lotsa lovies honey. :)
Okay Annie, where are you? I've not heard a peep from you in way too long. There are some of us that are worried about you.
Big hug and lotsa lovies. :)
Big hugs from Speedy too !!!!!!!
I hope you are getting weller and weller and that you will be back soon...
This movie gets me to cry every time. Great movie.