Saturday February 10, 2007

MiLadies:

That was a fun challenge!  In my enthusisam, I decided to compile a list of the 5 top movies from everyone's list.    What follows are those five:

1.  Titanic

2.  City of Angles

3.  The Notebook

4.  Sleepless in Seattle

5.  Pretty Woman

Here are the "numbers".  This would be the number of individual lists these wonderful movies appeared on:

Titanic - 8

City of Angles - 8

The Notebook - 7

Sleepless in Seattle- 7

Pretty Woman- 6

As I went through the lists, I found many movies that I had either forgotten about, or had never seen.  I have a few that I had considered and changed on my original list. . .I think they bear mention here.  If you haven't seen these, give them a chance. .

I considered the following:

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First Knight starring Sean Connery and Richard Gere. . . A Camelot/King Arthur/Guienivere/Lancelot tale that I can't help but watch everytime it's on.

10_Things_I_Hate_About_You

10 Things I Hate About You:  Heath Ledger in on of his early carreer films. . He has dark hair in this one!  It's based on The Taming of the Shrew by Shakespere. . .an engaging rendition done with a modern teen spin

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Edward Sicssorhands with Johnny Depp and Winona Ryder. . .a truely engaging story of fantasy that might leave you wondering what you just watched. . . odd/off kilter and at times just downright strange, but a love story nonetheless.

Ever-After

EverAfter with Drew Barrymore. . . "Just breathe"  I always remember this line from the movie!  She is wonderful in this slightly slanted Cinderella Story. . .I loved it!

Braveheart

Braveheart directed by and starring Mel Gibson.  This is a fictional account of the life of Sir William Wallace. If there were ever a love story between a man and a woman, this one is it!  It extends to love of country and freedom.  Beautifully filmed and well worth the long viewing time.

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Finding Neverland another Johnny Depp film.  This is the story of James M. Barrie and his inspiration for his play "PeterPann".  Kate Winslet plays opposite as a widow with 4 adventrous boys.  This is a magic, enchanting, and tragic movie and the relationships between Barrie and the boys is so special. . .I guarentee you'll love this movie!

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The Story of Us.  (On of my back burner rfavorites) Here's a movie that is current and so touching. With all the divorces today, this really strikes a cord.  Bruce Willis and Michelle Pfeiffer are perfect as lovers and rivals. . . if you haven't seen this movie, please do, you won't be disappointed!

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And, just for fun (my fun!)  Check out a Bruce Willis movie entitled "The Fifth Element"

This futuristic sci-fi action/adventure is the very epitome of a love story, told in the extreme and you'll know what I'm talking about by the end of this exciting, zaney film!

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For REAL Love. . . I alwauys go with the 4 Lethal Weapon movies!  No kidding.  If there were ever a love story that reflects friendship. . .these are the ones!  Besides, I still love Mel!  Or perhaps it's Martin Riggs that has really captured my heart!

I hope you'll consider these suggestions. . .

I  wish you all much love and happiness this Valentines Day!

~Kween

 

 

Posted 2/10/2007 at 1:29 AM

12 Comments

I found so many new ones to look for and so many I'd forgotten about, like The Story of Us, a real good one!

This was a fun challenge, my Kween... thank you once again!  (And thanks for posting the most popular... I was trying to keep track in my head... & got lost, lol!)

Posted 2/10/2007 at 5:49 AM by endlesssummer128
OMG... The Story of Us came out right when my ex and I started splitting up. I literally SOBBED through the whole thing. It was like they had a camera in my house! I sat there like "How do they KNOW that?" Amazing love story... plus, well, I have a mad crush on Bruce Willis.
Posted 2/10/2007 at 8:37 AM by madamzephyrus

Ooh, I forgot about The Story of Us.

I love love love 10 Things I Hate About You.  Anyone else a sucker for While You Were Sleeping or The Truth About Cats and Dogs?

Posted 2/10/2007 at 7:47 PM by queenoscots

I'm sitting here, slapping my forehead and saying "duuuuuh." Finding Neverland! Edward Scissorhands! *sigh* Totally forgot about those and they are very romantic. *sigh*

But thanks for the reminder. :-)

Posted 2/12/2007 at 8:49 AM by Anonymous

Better late than never, here's the link to mine.  I've already visited almost everyone who posted their lists!

http://www.xanga.com/queenoscots

Posted 2/11/2007 at 8:18 PM by queenoscots
Hmmm..nice list..only one I haven't seen is The Story of Us..will have to find that and give it a shot. ;) Thanks..I think my faves are Gone With the Wind, Seven Brides For Seven Brothers, The King and I (original), To Kill A Mockingbird, and oh there are so many others. Just about any musical past or present is a good choice for me. And Braveheart I love.
Posted 2/11/2007 at 3:12 PM by Synnoveah

*APPLAUSE!

This was a great challenge and it took me back to a few movies and introduced me to a few as well.  I know what I'm doing for Valentines Day....

Posted 2/11/2007 at 2:44 AM by vjgunkel59
my son Korbin is named after bruce willis in the 5th element lol...how weird am i:)
Posted 2/11/2007 at 1:37 PM by Viccieanne
I've never seen The Story of Us... will have to add yet *another* movie to my Blockbuster cue!  This was so much fun, and thanks again for giving us the topic!  :-)
Posted 2/11/2007 at 1:4 AM by momsaway58
I really enjoyed reading these!!!  Sorry i didn't participate this time.
Posted 2/14/2007 at 1:16 PM by neuroticfitchmom

this challenge was grand.

i also love your 'meez' character if fits you beautifully.

Posted 2/17/2007 at 6:35 PM by mytoesareblue

Thanks, This was fun.

Posted 2/13/2007 at 5:49 PM by GreatAuntMary

Writing Challenge 2007-02 - Saturday February 10, 2007

For your movie viewing pleasure, I bring to you

MY ROMANTIC 5

Enjoy!

 1.Viccieanne

2.  freakygirlwannabee

3. REDPOPPY1

4.   white_tiger_68

5.  GreatAuntMary

6.  vjgunkel59

7. KoffeeKween  

8.  JeepThing

9.  bubblysox

10.  momsaway58

11.  thereluctantsinger

12.  endlesssummer128

13.  PrincessFiveandDime

14.  bammy_times_three

15.  emlee57

16. LindaC61

17. Mymanyblessings  

18.  sunnycaligurl

19. myseniormoments

20.  RedHairedCelt

21.  m_elmer_48

22. rubymay1029 

23.  FourthChance

24.  texastink31

25.  Inge_the_Milkmaid

26.  screaminginmyhead

27.  madamzephyrus

28.  Katliin

29.  sherrytwinklz

30. de_corazon

31.  ok123LetsGO

31.  LIF1955

32.  luvmykidsjj

33.  NightCometh

34.  Dopey101


 

 

 

 

 

Posted 2/10/2007 at 1:25 AM

29 Comments

Me too!! I did this one!! It's posted!!

Thanks, this was fun!!

Posted 2/8/2007 at 1:11 AM by AroundJoy
thanks for your sweet comment....in fact, I kinda did a wee bit more than I planned, and added a nice little photo memory.....this reminded me of so many "little things" from way back then...made me think of hubby and me as a "couple" years ago....thanks, again!!
Posted 2/8/2007 at 2:9 AM by AroundJoy

Yea I've remembered to post!!!!!!!!!!!

Bubbly's Fav 5

Posted 2/8/2007 at 2:26 AM by bubblysox

My list is posted oh Kween of the Queens.

Did I already say how much fun this was?

Posted 2/8/2007 at 8:15 AM by Anonymous
I just posted!
Posted 2/8/2007 at 10:30 AM by LindaC61
I've posted as well, my Kween!
Posted 2/8/2007 at 7:7 AM by endlesssummer128
I've just posted my fave five!
Posted 2/8/2007 at 7:44 AM by PrincessFiveandDime
Posted here.  Lovely topic... thanks so much!
Posted 2/8/2007 at 2:31 AM by momsaway58
My Top Five Love Movies are posted.
Posted 2/8/2007 at 3:20 AM by thereluctantsinger
My list is posted.  Thank you my Kween
Posted 2/8/2007 at 10:49 AM by Anonymous
Count me in, my Kween. I hope my list is to your Majesty's satisfaction.
Posted 2/8/2007 at 2:1 PM by Anonymous

RYC--Now, see, Lethal Weapon is at the top of my list for Christmas movies, along with Die Hard and Love Actually. And I can see a romanctic movie there too. Good suggestions. :-)

I must go read your list now! :-D

Posted 2/8/2007 at 3:53 PM by Anonymous

posted =)

great assignment!!!

hugs, jen

Posted 2/8/2007 at 7:31 PM by Anonymous
mine is up!
Posted 2/8/2007 at 8:2 PM by Inge_the_Milkmaid
I, too, have posted. This was very hard for me. I love movies sooo much. What a great topic.
Posted 2/8/2007 at 11:39 PM by madamzephyrus
RYC: Liberty  Call Girl is a group of women who have banners made by BB61 based on the pin-up girls of the 40s....Go on his site and he will make one for you too.
Posted 2/8/2007 at 3:43 PM by myseniormoments

I have posted my favorites too!!!

Posted 2/8/2007 at 12:48 PM by myseniormoments

http://www.xanga.com/m_elmer_48/568912372/item.html

is up and ready for your review my lady...Smile

Posted 2/8/2007 at 2:38 PM by m_elmer_48
Posted 2/8/2007 at 5:30 PM by FourthChance

I am now posted!

Hugs,

Linda

Posted 2/8/2007 at 10:34 AM by Mymanyblessings
sorry KK, I didn't get to this one.
Posted 2/9/2007 at 4:57 PM by Anonymous

POSTED....Thanks Queenie this was fun. Enjoy your weekend!!

Posted 2/9/2007 at 10:50 PM by Dopey101
Mine are up now -- right here
Posted 2/9/2007 at 2:33 AM by de_corazon
Finally up!
Here is the link http://www.xanga.com/NightCometh/569174716/item.html
Posted 2/9/2007 at 6:40 PM by NightCometh
I did it!!!!
Posted 2/9/2007 at 1:15 PM by luvmykidsjj
Posted 2/9/2007 at 12:56 AM by sherrytwinklz
I have posted my movies this morning.......right here.
Posted 2/9/2007 at 9:20 AM by WakeUpLaughing
I put mine up early, had a doc appointment yesterday.
Posted 2/9/2007 at 10:54 AM by LIF1955

2007-02 - Thursday February 1, 2007

MiLadies

I have a new challenge for you!

This one is EASY!!!!

Because Valentines Day is only 2 weeks away, I think we should help each other get into the spirit of the holiday by sharing a list!

I have dubbed this challenge

My Romantic 5

The object:  Write down a list of your tope 5 romantic movies!  Movies that you LOVE!  Movies about LOVE!  This way, we can all take a look at them and perhaps even get a chance to see Romantic movie or two before the holiday comes around!

You can do it any way you want. . .only a list, or a brief description of the movies. . .or a lengthy one, it doesn't matter!

TIME FRAME

This will be a "quicky". . . .it is due NEXT Thursday, February 8 and we will run it through Friday the 9th.  2 days.

REMEMBER:  For any more information on how this blog ring works, simply read the cell to the left that reads, "How this B/R works"

Don't forget to come here to let me know you've posted so I can link to you, and I'd appreciate a brief blurb on your sites about this challenge before the due date!  Thank you all so much!

So there it is, have fun with this one!

Shinning days and peaceful nights!

Kween

Posted 2/1/2007 at 9:37 AM

20 Comments
great idea
Posted 2/1/2007 at 9:7 AM by Anonymous
I didn't have a chance to do the last one, i will have to do this one:)
Posted 2/1/2007 at 9:59 AM by Viccieanne
Sounds like an interesting idea....I have to think about those movies now...
Posted 2/1/2007 at 1:1 PM by myseniormoments
:-) {v}
Posted 2/1/2007 at 2:31 PM by de_corazon
Yay! I love it...ideas are already flowing!
I also love the new header pic on this site! Is it a version of
"La Belle Dame Sans Merci"? That is a poem by Keats that became the subject
of many Pre-Raphaelite paintings. I love it!

Here is the poem:
http://www.bartleby.com/126/55.html

And two versions of the painting:
http://www.geocities.com/Paris/Chateau/6255/dicksee.jpg
http://www.uwsp.edu/english/cwilliams/paintings/la_belle_dame_sans_merci.jpg

Yes, enough feeling like I'm writing a history paper. Have a great day!
Posted 2/1/2007 at 7:29 PM by NightCometh
RYC: Get some sleep!
I was lucky enough to play Guenevere in the musical Camelot a few years ago!
(that is how it is spelled in the musical...it has a few acceptable spellings, really, because it is such an old name of Celtic origins. We can just say both of yours count as well. )

:)
Posted 2/1/2007 at 9:49 PM by NightCometh
WHAT a wonderful idea-I love movies and can't wait to see what makes the other members hearts beat a little faster and me want to run to the video store.  I have a few romance movies up my sleeve to share, I'm in!
Posted 2/2/2007 at 12:36 AM by vjgunkel59

Who is the painter of that picture????

Posted 2/1/2007 at 1:42 PM by setfree2day
Sounds like a cute one. I'll think on it.
Posted 2/1/2007 at 2:46 PM by LIF1955
OOOOOOOOOOOh boy!!! This one's gonna be so good!
Posted 2/2/2007 at 12:39 PM by Anonymous
Posted 2/6/2007 at 12:9 PM by freakygirlwannabee

I HAVE POSTED, IT'S ALMOST THURSDAY IN ITALY. 11 46 PM

RITA

Posted 2/7/2007 at 5:47 PM by REDPOPPY1
I'm done too-I think I'll go watch a movie now... Thanks for the fun assignment!
Posted 2/8/2007 at 12:4 AM by vjgunkel59
I'm Up
Posted 2/7/2007 at 10:53 PM by GreatAuntMary
Ok first off Kk this is like so beautiful your site, so peaceful and fem I totally aore it to pieces. :) I said it before and I'll say it again you really could consider making these and selling them :) Oh this will be a fun challenge :)
Posted 2/5/2007 at 2:15 PM by TyneeGrannyB

okay, i did mine, just so i could get it done while i knew i had the time....here is the link

http://www.xanga.com/Viccieanne/567957768/item.html

Posted 2/4/2007 at 4:55 PM by Viccieanne
Unable to get to the last one...This one is already in the "can" if you will..Sis Pris
Posted 2/2/2007 at 9:15 AM by Missyprisie
I will be away tomorrow so I got a jump on things. Thanks for putting this together. It is always such fun!
Posted 2/7/2007 at 1:17 PM by LIF1955

I'd appreciate a brief blurb on your sites about this challenge before the due date!  Thank you all so much!

http://www.xanga.com/m_elmer_48/567234317/item.html

I did my breif blurb on this date...I will be back thurs or friday with the list....Smile

Posted 2/5/2007 at 12:10 AM by m_elmer_48

I'm done... Don't know if I will be able to post tomorrow (Thursday) so I did it Wednesday night.. hope that is ok.

Tina

Posted 2/7/2007 at 9:39 PM by white_tiger_68