2012 Books and Movies

by Athena // 5 January, 2013 // 4 Comments

As promised, here is some in depth analysis on my books and movies/tv consumed in 2012. BOOKS Memorable Books from this year: This is not a definitive list by any means. The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern – Magical, enchanting... Continue reading →

Monthly Movies – December 2012

by Athena // 4 January, 2013 // 2 Comments

Labyrinth (11-12 12 12) – Wow, I loved this movie. I missed out on this classic growing up. Apparently it did poorly at the box office and with some critics. In any case, I’m sad that Jim Henson was disappointed... Continue reading →

Monthly Movies – November 2012

by Athena // 4 December, 2012 // No Comments

This was a busy month for movies because I was finishing a sweater so I had lots to do while watching films. Whisper of the Heart (04 11 2012) – Another lovely and wonderful Ghibli/Miyazaki film with great soundtrack and... Continue reading →

Monthly Movies – October 2012

by Athena // 2 November, 2012 // No Comments

The Avengers (October 28th 2012) – Finally got around to watching this. I even had a dream about this movie last month. In the dream, I was tempted to side with Loki and I kinda was during the movie if... Continue reading →

Monthly Movies – August and September 2012

by Athena // 5 October, 2012 // 2 Comments

I only saw two things in August: “Northanger Abbey” 1986 (24 08 2012) and “Pride and Prejudice” 1980 (27-8 08 2012). Both reviewed in Austen Adaptations. September The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (08 09 2012) – I knew I would... Continue reading →

Monthly Movies July 2012

by Athena // 3 August, 2012 // No Comments

Magic Mike (29 07 2012) – Generally, I don’t really go to movies in theatres anymore because I can wait for the DVD. I also am use to watching movies alone, but the hype for this movie and how fun... Continue reading →

Monthly Movies June 2012

by Athena // 10 July, 2012 // 3 Comments

A lot more movie watching this month due to a heat wave and knitting. Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows (13,15 06 2012) – Had some decent action sequences, but didn’t seem to have the impact of the first film. I... Continue reading →

Monthly Movies April 2012

by Athena // 7 May, 2012 // No Comments

The Hunger Games (03 04 2012) – In theatres, see post here. The Muppets (09 04 2012) – I use to watch “The Muppet Show” as a kid and have seen a couple of the Muppet movies (love a Muppets... Continue reading →

The Hunger Games movie

by Athena // 4 April, 2012 // No Comments

It’s been over a year since I read the books, but I did enjoy them for the most part. They are entertaining and it is definitely a series which I thought would translate on screen especially since the author Suzanne... Continue reading →

Monthly Movies March 2012

by Athena // 1 April, 2012 // No Comments

The Secret World of Arrietty (12 03 2012) – I watched the British dub version. I love Studio Ghibli movies. I think Hayao Miyazaki is an absolute world treasure. His films always make me feel at ease, comfortable and child... Continue reading →

Monthly Movies February 2012

by Athena // 14 March, 2012 // No Comments

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 (01 02 2012) – What is there to say really; it was fine. I feel the director didn’t take it all too seriously and there was some nice visuals in there actually. I... Continue reading →

The Artist

by Athena // 10 March, 2012 // No Comments

I really enjoyed this film, and I had a feeling I would because I like silent films and black and white movies. I spent most of my high school years watching old movies and really appreciating them. It has been... Continue reading →

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