The Animal Kingdom of Cinema #atthemovies #movierental #animalmovies #meme #amwriting

In tribute to the recent Ohio farm crisis that led to the death of mountain lions, Bengal tigers, a wolf, grizzly bears, lionesses, a baboon and black bears, I invite all Monday Movie Meme participants to join me in parking those cars from last week’s fun theme hosted by Dale at Smurfin the Web and start this week off with films highlighting an appreciation of our fellow mammals and warm blooded creatures. Inspired by a friend’s recent observation after watching a movie trailer about a horse........this week’s movie meme topic is: Real Animals of the Universe.

Share on your blog movies that feature animals in a realistic state, meaning they do not exhibit special powers like flying or human characteristics such as the ability to talk (Sorry, “Doctor Dolittle” ain’t gonna cut it!). No CG generated, animated, dancing, martial-arts exhibiting, etc. creatures are welcome. Here are my selections.

Free Willy
The little boy in this movie sure knows how to tug at the emotions of viewers. For someone who does not care much for killer whales, “Free Willy” made me sympathetic to their cause...specifically whales held in captivity and those who face unnecessary harm by their owners. Sure, the young main character’s performance made this movie more dramatic but the whale that was filmed during the making of this movie did his job too by being the animal that he is and doing whatever whales do, without all of the extra nonsense.

Ace Ventura Pet Detective
Jim Carrey goes on a cruelty-free hunting spree to find a kidnapped Bottlenose dolphin named Snowflake. His investigation leads him to learn that Miami Dolphins quarterback Dan Marino was also a target of the main suspect.This is also the first movie (...I think) where I saw an albino pigeon. I mean, where are those animals walking down the street?

I’d also like to throw “Beethoven” in the mix for diversity purposes since this post is looking like a sea life parade. While I haven’t found a St. Bernard that can hum or bark to the melody of a song, real dogs can be trained to do this. Now, if they only took requests for their doggie tunes, we’d be in business!

What real animal movies would YOU add to this list?

For further reading and a quick flashback to previous animal themed Monday Movie Meme posts, check out The Bumbles circa 2009.

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Movie Cars Headlining the Show #amblogging #moviememe #blogmeme

This week’s Monday Movie Meme has me thinking about that “Drive” lawsuit going on, as Dale over at Smurfin the Web says “The Car’s the Star." Dale invites participants to "give me some that you like where a car is one of the central characters in the film." So folks, here are my selections for this week’s meme.

1971 Lincoln Continental in “The Car”

This vehicle took all the luxury out of owning or coming into contact with a Lincoln, after terrorizing residents of a small town. If the “The Car” is mean enough to scare Jack Bauer,I say it’s definitely a movie star worth mentioning.

1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible in “Thelma & Louise”

Although the main characters played by Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis were part of all the action in this movie, their vacation-turned-getaway-car became an essential item in the story. I like “Thelma & Louise” the most out of the films listed for this monday movie meme topic.

What Movie Cars that were central characters come to YOUR mind?

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Filming in the Nude #atthemovies #movierentals #amblogging

Happy Columbus day everyone! As a result of my tardiness last week, Dale at Smurfin the Web was kind enough to get a Monday Movie Meme rolling with some great sports movies. Today, I present to you this week’s brand spankin’ (no pun intended, you just wait and see) new meme topic.....In the Buff. Share on your blog or in the comments section, movies about nudity and/or movies featuring naked characters. Make sure to visit the blogs of fellow participants. You may learn about a new weekend film to watch. Here are my selections for In the Buff.

I Am a Sex Addict


Having not watched this movie in some time, I don’t remember if there is full-on nudity in this movie but there is at least partial nudity and scenes that suggest that the characters are naked. It has funny moments but the story can be kind of sad sometimes...I mean, what is funny about addiction? Nothing. This movie may disturb some viewers, depending on what you can take watching or not but those that want a little primer are welcome to read my previous “I Am a Sex Addict” review. The description of this film is self-explanatory but those who still need more details can check out Netflix, Blockbuster, Amazon, etc. or whatever tickles your fancy, ha!

Hannah Takes the Stairs

I still cannot figure out what is the significance of two main characters sitting in a bathtub naked, playing musical instruments. Maybe the scene is intended to show how they finally realized that they have a lot in common, but, I can’t help but wonder if some of the scenes in this movie were unnecessary in relation to the overall plot. “Hannah Takes the Stars” is about a woman trying to find herself in a new career while also dealing with workplace politics and relationships.

Kissing on the Mouth

The “Hannah Takes the Stairs” director made this movie as well. I liked that one better because “Kissing on the Mouth” didn’t seem to have an interesting plot. Well, that and the fact that this has to be the only movie I’ve ever watched that made me wonder “Is there a reason that I have to watch this chick shave her pubes?” and “What does this have to do with the story?” but I will give it props for being able to find an audience, develop fans and launch the careers of many who worked on the film.

What films would YOU add to an In the Buff category?