5a.

"Hatred paralyzes life; love releases it.

Hatred confuses life; love harmonizes it.

Hatred darkens life; love illuminates it."

-Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

THINK ABOUT IT.

5.

It's that time again, Readers!

Sorry this post is so late...I've been ever so busy

much love!

Indie Film of the Week:

"Pope Dreams"

Directed by Patrick Hogan

Starring Phillip Vaden, Marnette Patterson, & Julie Haggerty

Not gonna lie; this movie made me cry (hey, that rhymed!). It's a lovely movie about a boy who graduated from high school and is trying to raise money to take his sick mother to the Vatican so that the pope can bless her (his mom has cancel and is dying). At the same time he meets a girl who didn't intend to fall for him because she has some secrets of her own. There's even a twist at the end that will leave you loving this movie!

Foreign Film of the Week:

"Quitting"

Directed by Zhang Yang

Starring Jia Hongshen, Jia Fengsen, & Chai Xiurong

This movie is a true gem -it's based on a true story and follows that life of Jia Hongshen, a famous actor in China as he goes through fame, depression, and drug addiction. All of the actorsin the movie play themselves in real life, and the movie shows both sides of what happens from Jia's perspective and the people that come and go in his life.

Documentary of the Week:

"Bowling for Columbine"

Directed by Michael Moore

This documentary is pretty long (clocking in a whopping 2 1/2 hours), but it is well worth it and a necessary video for all Americans (or anyone) to see. Basically, Michael Moore and his crew go around America and Canada finding out the origin of guns and gun violence. Then he applies his knowlegde to gun violence today. Go rent this movie and watch it -whether you love it or hate it, it will challenge you to think about American culture.

Indie Band of the Week:

Coconut Records

Why does the voice of this solo project sound familiar? Because this happens to be Phantom Planet's drummer Jason Shwartzman's solo effort, and this effort is an amazing musical experience for everyone. In fact, Coconut Records just released a new album called "Davy." Go buy it and listen to "Microphone" and "Saint Jerome." They (along with the whole album) will leave you with a warm and fuzzy feeling as well as a craving for more!

Check out Coconut Records @ <www.myspace.com/coconutrecords>!

For all You Bookworms:

"It's Kind of a Funny Story"

By Ned Vizzini

I read this book in high school and let me tell you -it is relatable to pretty much everyone as they go throught the pressures and events of high school and even all of life. This book follows the story of Craig Gilner, who is a perfectionist trying to ecxel in school so succeed in life. But when he gets into a very prestigious high school, he becomes depressed, stresseed, and nearly kills himself. He then checks himself into a mental hospital in New York where he meets a whole motley crew of different people with stories of their own. He is then able to start dealing with his own problems and comes out better than ever. A must-read!

Polaroid of the Week:

"Fight for Your Right"

until next time, sarahhhh

4b.

"What is the meaning of Life?

Whatever you want it to be."

-James Frey

THINK ABOUT IT.

4a.

"How old would you be if you didn't know how old you are?"

-unknown

THINK ABOUT IT.

4.

HOORAY FOR FRIDAYS!!!

That's right, my fellow Readers -it's THAT time again!

Nooooo sillies; not the weekend!

It's time for this week's picks of AMAZINGNESS!!!

Everyone have a wonderful weekend!

Be sure to check all of these selections out and stay tuned for all the amazing daily updatez!

loveeee

Indie Movie of the Week:

"Dreamland"

Starring Justin Long, Agnes Bruckner, Kelli Garner, & John Corbet

Directed by Jason Matzner

Justin Long fans rejoice! This is a lovely movie that follows a community of people living in a trailer park called Dreamland. The main character of the story is caught between caring for her father and best friend or going away to college to become a writer. This is a cute movie about growing up, letting go, and moving on.

Foreign Film of the Week:
"The Band's Visit"

A film by Eran Kolirin

This movie a bit long but simply wonderful! It follows an Egytian police band touring the Middle East. They go to Israel looking for the place they are supposed to perform at, only to find that their agency made a mistake. Stuck in Israel, they are forced to ask the owner of a local restaurant to stay the night. Each member of the band learns an important lesson in life as they live out their overnight stay.

Documentary of the Week:
"Rock School"

Directed by Don Argott

This documentary is a must-see for all rockers and musicians. It is about a man named Paul Green who starts a school for young kids to learn to play rock music such as Frank Zappa, Led Zeppelin, and Black Sabbath. This documentary and Paul Green's school actually influenced the hit movie "School of Rock" starring Jack Black. You can also find members of Paul Green's School of Rock music performing for large and hip music festivals such as Austin City Limits and the Frank Zappa Festival in Germany.

Indie Band of the Week:

Irving

This band is an indie pop/rock group from Los Angeles, California. I love their music because all of their songs get stuck in your head and are pretty hard to get out. Their music is very fun to dance to as well! It's rock music with some sweet beats!

Check them out @ <http://www.myspace.com/irving>!

For all You Bookworms:

"Feed"

By M.T. Anderson

Everyone who reads this book will understand why I am so anti-internet these days.

This book is set in the future -a world where humans literally have "Feeds" in their brains. The Feeds are computers/televisions that are programmed to sell the people things they will like based on their brain readings. This book is a wonderful example of how technology becomes so intricate that humans cannot even control it anymore. A must-read for EVERYONE!

Polaroid of the Week:

"All You Need is Love"

much love, sarahhh

3c.

"All the world is a stage,

and all the men and women merely players.

They have their exits and entrances;

each man in his time plays many parts."

-William Shakespeare

:)!
Everyone remember to READ MORE BOOKS THAN BLOGS!
love, sarahhh

THINK ABOUT IT.

3b.

"Great is the art of beginning,

but greater is the art of ending."

-Lazurus Long

Happy Monday, all you lovely Readers!!!

Smile and go outside today!

It's such a beautiful day to be ALIVE.

I hope everyone has a wonderful week; we'll be with you the whole way!

Also, here is a VERY important message from me!

VVVV

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THINK ABOUT IT.