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Film Review: Braveheart
Braveheart is a rousing tale of a Scottish medieval outlaw in the first and final thirds of the film. Historically, it's a mess.
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Braveheart DVD
DVD review of the Academy Award winning film, Braveheart.
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Braveheart: William Wallace
A look at the difference between Hollywood and history in the case of William Wallace.
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Eilean Donan Castle
Eilean Donan Castle is the most photographed castle in Scotland.
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Hollywood Fights The Facts
A short discussion of America's motion picture influence over the presentation of World War II.
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A Discussion of Violence and the Movies
A short discussion of violence in movies and television with a detail on the war movie.
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April 6th is Tartan Day
A discussion of the recent popularity of the instrument, but the difficulty in obtaining instruction. Some interesting links to further the prospective piper's quest for information.
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Dragon Designs in Stitching
Dragons are popular subjects for designs, in cross stitch or free embroidery. There are many ideas to choose from, so imagination is the only barrier to a great project.
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The Wallace Monument, Scotland
Scotland's national hero, William Wallace, stands tall with this monument overlooking Stirling.
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Top 10 Most Emotional Movie Theme Songs
Every movie needs a story. But the right music can turn a good film into a cinematic feat.
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Two Famous London Bridges
A guide to two of London's famous bridges across the River Thames, Tower Bridge and London Bridge, with travel tips and historical facts
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Mel Gibson Factsheet
Facts, filmography, trivia, quotes, links, etc.
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100 Most Memorable Film Characters Of All Time: Nominations 41 thru 60
Continuing my series revealing my choices of the 100 most memorable film characters of all time, it's time to reveal 20 more in the countdown, numbers 60 through 41. Some true cinema icons in this grouping, including one who has a new film coming out this week.
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Edinburgh's Ban on Bagpipes
Can you imagine Scotland without bagpipes? That's like Canada without hockey or the US without gun crime. Some countries are just known for certain behaviours...
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Remembering the 1995 Academy Awards
The incredibly emotional and sincere moments from one of the most classy and best produced of Oscar's telecasts.
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Scotland's Fight For Independence
William Wallace won a dramatic victory against the English in 1297. The English army were annihilated. Robert the Bruce continued fighting for independence.
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The Kiss
Movies visually teach us all about kissing: how, when, who, where, why. They also teach us a little bit verbally about kisses and kissing.
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Trim Castle, County Meath
Guarding a ford over the River Boyne, 25 miles north-west of Dublin, the ancient town of Trim played a major role in the twelfth century Norman settlement of Ireland.
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Stories, Art and other fun sites
Visit some miscellaneous story sites for readers and visit the National Gallery of Canada. Discover the mystery behind the Mona Lisa smile.
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The Patriot
A review of the historical action film "The Patriot", starring Mel Gibson.
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Oscar Winning Movies from the Late 1990s
Although not all the Oscar winners from the later 1990s were as good as those from the first half of the decade, most were entertaining and are worth at least one viewing
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Top Hollywood Historical Films
There are a number of historic films that have hit the charts as Hollywood's top films. All of these films featured popular stars and had compelling story lines.
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Would the Real Robin Hood Stand Up
Robin Hood stories abound in folklore, but would the real Robin Hood please stand up?
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ROMANCE ON THE SILVER SCREEN 2000
A brief overview of this year's movies (hits, misses and worth a peek), including romance ratings for each.
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Apocalypto Tops the Charts
Despite all the controversy around Mel Gibson, he can apparently still draw the crowds.
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Best Pictures of All Time
Stumped at the video store for what to see? Hope this list of all the Oscar Best Pictures to make your choice easier.
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Censoring the Art Nude Today
A recurring theme of censorship in art is creating confusion and controversy between artists and patrons, perpetuating the eternal struggle for an amicable co-existence.
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Another argument against TV viewing: is it watching you?
Is your TV set watching you?
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Backfire And All Shall Perish Live At Hellfest
American hardcore and death metal bands unleash the fury on the fourth stage
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Bulgaria's Valley of the Kings
It is evident that "Thracians had wealth which rivaled that of any other great kingdom of the time", Prof. James Sickinger said to a Time magazine correspondent
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Historic Scottish Hotels - Inverlochy Castle
A luxurious historic castle, surrounded by unspoilt scenery in and around Fort William and Perthshire. Voted "Best hotel in Europe" by Travel and Leisure Magazine 2006.
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Oct. 5 ~ Pushing Tin, Thirteenth Floor, Lost and Found...
This is My Father, Fear 2: Halloween Night, Scooby Doo and the Witch's Ghost, Judas Kiss, Young Frankenstein.
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Pierce Brosnan as James Bond 007 - 1995-2002
Pierce Brosnan appeases 1990s Bond fans after lukewarm reception accorded Timothy Dalton's final Bond film Licence To Kill.
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Scotland's Dunmore Pineapple
Whether staying a week or just visiting, the Dunmore Pineapple would have to be one of Scotland's most unusual tourist attractions.
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Slumdog Win May Create More Hollywood Diversity
Will the Oscar nod for Slumdog Millionaire encourage Hollywood to make more movies based on culturally diverse characters and their native lands?
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The Cell...visit another world
Curt review of the Cell
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UK Film Locations Bring Visitors
UK film locations for movies and TV series like Harry Potter, Price and Prejudice, The Da Vinci Code and Gosford Park bring visitors for years afterwards, says a report
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A Guide for Visiting the Scottish Borders
Visitors to the Borders region of Scotland have a wide choice of places to see. In the summer months the area is popular with both tourists and Scottish holidaymakers.
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All-Time Best Movies
Regardless of how old or how new, some movies just never lose their "snap".
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And the Oscar goes to...
Oscar night is one of the biggest events of the year in Hollywood. The Best Picture is one of the biggest awards. These remarkable films have brought the world timeless images and words.
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Baz Luhrmann's Australia - Epic or Turkey?
Baz Luhrmann's eagerly awaited movie Australia disappoints, failing to show off the country's natural wonders - including Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman - to full effect.
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Captain EO - Michael Jackson In 3-D
On the few occasions he sank his acting chops into a movie project, the late Michael Jackson worked with some of the best in the business. CAPTAIN EO was no exception.
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Five Great Films About Scotland
A brief celebration of some of the best films made in Scotland; I Know Where I'm Going, Whisky Galore, Culloden, The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes, Macbeth.
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Henry V
A review of the Kenneth Branagh version of Shakespeare's <b>Henry V</b>.
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Henry VIII: Re-Imagined
Historical fiction is given life in Showtime's The Tudors. The sex and politics-driven series is sure to draw Canadians in its new 9pm time slot, Tuesdays on CBC.
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In Bruges: McDonagh's Dark Comedy
Farrell and Fiennes as Irish hit men learn the importance of life and morality after spending two weeks together in Bruges, a small Belgian city.
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Indigo for Tribal and Modern Body Art
Indigo dye in crystallized form is a safer, neater alternative to woad for recreating the body designs said to be worn by the ancient Celts.
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Influential Irish Australians
Nicole Kidman, John Curtin, Mel Gibson, Jim Stynes, Slim Dusty and Paul Keating are all influential Australians that have one thing in common: An Irish background.
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Linlithgow Palace, birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots
It was this week in 1587 that Mary Queen of Scots was executed. Let's take a look at the place where she was born.
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Movie Review:The 13th Warrior
This article is a review of the new movie called "The 13th Warrior."
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