Just as life appeared to be looking up and headed in the right direction for actor Charlie Sheen things have taken a decided turn for the worst over the holidays. Events leading up to an incident described by police authorities as domestic violence have resulted in the arrest of the 44 year old actor in Aspen, Colorado. The wife of Sheen believed to be the apparent of victim of the domestic altercation was allegedly attended to by paramedics at the Hollywood couple Aspen home. However, Brooke Mueller Sheen, a real estate investor, is not officially named as the accuser against Sheen in this matter.
Apparently, the unknown accuser was not hospitalized after the violent altercation in spite of the initial 911 emergency callout that summoned the ambulance to the Sheen home where the domestic altercation took place. An Aspen based lawyer for Sheen have already warned against the public jumping to conclusion regarding the altercation and subsequent charges facing the actor at this time. Sheen's lawyer Richard Cummins also declined to name the accuser of Sheen in the matter as attorney client privileges allow. Confirmation of the actor Sheen who spent his Christmas day not at home with the family but instead behind the bars of a Colorado jail cell subsequent release was issued by the Pitkin County Jail, Aspen.
Facing felony charges, Sheen was released after payment of his $500 USD bail bond was paid in full. He was advised of the strict conditions of his bail then allowed to go on his way. It is unclear whether or not the actor returned to the home of the domestic altercation under the circumstances. Sheen has had his fair share of run ins with the law and is no stranger to the ramifications once police involvement warrants charges brought forth again himself. Sheen first faced domestic violence charges in 1996 after a violent altercation with then girlfriend lead to his arrested in which he plead no contest and was given 2 years probation.
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
The Tiger Woods Scandal - Why Do Men Cheat?
The world of the esteemed and respected Tiger Woods has imploded like a stack of cards. Everywhere you look there are more tawdry revelations newly released into the mainstream media. Previously, Woods as the long standing hero of the golfing world could do no wrong. Maybe, that is the main factor for such unceremonious and uncharacteristic behavior also known as adultery. However, Woods has yet to commit the cardinal sin of also running off with the sordid woman playing a part in the demise of a marriage as so many Hollywood once respect by all celebrities have sadly done at the shock and dismay of those who watched in disbelief.
Maybe there is hope for him yet. There is nothing more disarming than being the "other" woman and acknowledged homewrecker to something that is meant to be sacred and abiding between two people who have come together in a realm of formal commitment to one another. Such woman never lives down the stench of such behavior or the subsequent title of 'HOMEWRECKER." Angelina Jolie knows oh too well the woes of being one whom opening pursuing the men of other woman. The outcome of such behavior and such alleged relationship is never good. As the saying goes 'once a cheater always as cheater.' Woman would not be wise to expect an acquired man and relationship under such circumstance will be any more than them also becoming the one cheat upon and ultimately left for another.
Maybe, in Tiger Woods case he was in a vulnerable state at the time of his nuptials not long after the passing of his father. The vulnerability a person can experience during the time of such a most heart wrenching occurrence is enough to blind ones emotions or lead a person to believing they too needed to take stock of their lives. For most men and woman for that matter this does mean settling down and starting a family of their own. However, when the relationship is already on fragile and unstable grounding the inevitable is the straying of both a partner's fidelity and affections. The question is then why do men cheat when the obvious falling out of love with their wives or partners has occurred. One would conclude the inevitable ending and subsequent parting of the relationship is eminent and just a matter of time before one or both party head for the door permanently.
So, why not spare the no longer beheld partner the humiliation of infidelity and respectfully part especially when child are involved. If fidelity in a marriage has arisen to the point of a partner looking outside of the marriage then before anything unforgiving occurs then would be the time to exist the marriage and or relationship to spare the ultimate and unavoidable pain of unfaithfulness and betrayal. The problem may be that some men want they cake and eat it too. This is absurd as no man really passes off such behavior without themselves getting burned in the end too. Look at Tiger Woods, for future example.
Maybe there is hope for him yet. There is nothing more disarming than being the "other" woman and acknowledged homewrecker to something that is meant to be sacred and abiding between two people who have come together in a realm of formal commitment to one another. Such woman never lives down the stench of such behavior or the subsequent title of 'HOMEWRECKER." Angelina Jolie knows oh too well the woes of being one whom opening pursuing the men of other woman. The outcome of such behavior and such alleged relationship is never good. As the saying goes 'once a cheater always as cheater.' Woman would not be wise to expect an acquired man and relationship under such circumstance will be any more than them also becoming the one cheat upon and ultimately left for another.
Maybe, in Tiger Woods case he was in a vulnerable state at the time of his nuptials not long after the passing of his father. The vulnerability a person can experience during the time of such a most heart wrenching occurrence is enough to blind ones emotions or lead a person to believing they too needed to take stock of their lives. For most men and woman for that matter this does mean settling down and starting a family of their own. However, when the relationship is already on fragile and unstable grounding the inevitable is the straying of both a partner's fidelity and affections. The question is then why do men cheat when the obvious falling out of love with their wives or partners has occurred. One would conclude the inevitable ending and subsequent parting of the relationship is eminent and just a matter of time before one or both party head for the door permanently.
So, why not spare the no longer beheld partner the humiliation of infidelity and respectfully part especially when child are involved. If fidelity in a marriage has arisen to the point of a partner looking outside of the marriage then before anything unforgiving occurs then would be the time to exist the marriage and or relationship to spare the ultimate and unavoidable pain of unfaithfulness and betrayal. The problem may be that some men want they cake and eat it too. This is absurd as no man really passes off such behavior without themselves getting burned in the end too. Look at Tiger Woods, for future example.
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Nicolas Cage to Face $36.7M Lawsuit
The financial status of Hollywood actor Nicolas Cage continues to decline in the wake of his departure from longtime former business manager Samuel Levin. Cage known for his very privately kept life now finds his laundry otherwise known as financial affairs aired on network broadcasts and headlining national rag mags weekly. His stoic Hollywood private demeanor is considered to be that of old Hollywood when actors sought to become actors rather than flaunted celebrities. Stories of the 46 years old actor begin to surface just months ago, when Cage confirmed his own lawsuit against former business manager Levin.
Not longer after the filing of the lawsuit Cage faced foreclosure of several of his US based homes. Cage's homes in the French Quarter and Garden Districts of New Orleans valuing $6.8 million were lost to foreclosure auction in November 2009. Cage reported defaulted on the New Orleans based homes owing in access of $5.5 million in back mortgage payments. Also, owing was $157, 730 in taxes to the City of New Orleans for real estate taxes. Both homes were later purchased by Birmingham, Ala.-based Regions Bank for $2.3 million and $2.2 million.
Just when the actor thought things could not possibly get any worst his financial problems have only escalated. The aloof actor now faces a $36.7 million lawsuit brought against him by Red Curb Investments after defaulting on $5 million in loans. Red Curb Investments have also alleged that the financially troubled actor failed to disclose the issues surrounding his tax debts estimated at $6 million. The disgruntle investment firm accuses Cage of over exaggeration of his personal assets noted as leverage for repayment of the loans. Such claims are already being grossly denied by Cage's lawyer who adamantly dismissed the claims in a statement released to the press. Meanwhile, Cage faces another lawsuit for $13 million brought against him by his former love interest Christina Fulton.
Cage attended his newly screened film called 'Bad Lieutenant - Port of Call New Orleans' at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2009. And, more recently the private actor was honored for his admirable humanitarian efforts in Africa. The United Nations awarded Cage for humanitarian work. The U.N. Correspondents Association's Global Citizen of the Year award was presented to Cage for humanitarian endeavors by Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. The UN topped the evening off by also appointed the financially troubled actor with a goodwill ambassadorship for the U.N. Office on Drugs and Crime. Upon receipt of the award Cage stated that new his role will allow him "to shine a spotlight on the need for global justice."
Not longer after the filing of the lawsuit Cage faced foreclosure of several of his US based homes. Cage's homes in the French Quarter and Garden Districts of New Orleans valuing $6.8 million were lost to foreclosure auction in November 2009. Cage reported defaulted on the New Orleans based homes owing in access of $5.5 million in back mortgage payments. Also, owing was $157, 730 in taxes to the City of New Orleans for real estate taxes. Both homes were later purchased by Birmingham, Ala.-based Regions Bank for $2.3 million and $2.2 million.
Just when the actor thought things could not possibly get any worst his financial problems have only escalated. The aloof actor now faces a $36.7 million lawsuit brought against him by Red Curb Investments after defaulting on $5 million in loans. Red Curb Investments have also alleged that the financially troubled actor failed to disclose the issues surrounding his tax debts estimated at $6 million. The disgruntle investment firm accuses Cage of over exaggeration of his personal assets noted as leverage for repayment of the loans. Such claims are already being grossly denied by Cage's lawyer who adamantly dismissed the claims in a statement released to the press. Meanwhile, Cage faces another lawsuit for $13 million brought against him by his former love interest Christina Fulton.
Cage attended his newly screened film called 'Bad Lieutenant - Port of Call New Orleans' at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2009. And, more recently the private actor was honored for his admirable humanitarian efforts in Africa. The United Nations awarded Cage for humanitarian work. The U.N. Correspondents Association's Global Citizen of the Year award was presented to Cage for humanitarian endeavors by Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. The UN topped the evening off by also appointed the financially troubled actor with a goodwill ambassadorship for the U.N. Office on Drugs and Crime. Upon receipt of the award Cage stated that new his role will allow him "to shine a spotlight on the need for global justice."
Saturday, November 14, 2009
The Ultimate in Organic Dining
Trend setting world of fine dining has stumbled upon the ultimate in the finest dining around. Biodynamic as it is called is the latest way to experience the best from your restaurant dining experience. The list of restaurants adapting their menus to solely feature this surge of extreme healthy dining is increasing in numbers annually. For those who are new to the concept biodynamic dining involves the process from farm to table consisting of complete chemical free manufacturing. From the vegetables or the livestock used to provide succulent dishes in restaurants the entire process is done with organic care and consideration. To further promote the concept restaurants produce their own organic green gardens for ultimate freshness and use local suppliers to ensure meat products are both organic and chemical free for true biodynamic authenticity.
While in San Francisco the biodynamic restaurant to try is Aziza. Said to be one of San Francisco's greatest restaurants for the very best in dining in general this restaurant also provides you with the best in organically grown produce as well. The produce at this particular restaurant is not only organically produced but also sustainably produced from farmers that take the art of organic produce to the state of the art organic levels. This chef-owned restaurant has warranted legions of loyal customers and staffs alike that make the dining experience so much more than the warm and inviting atmosphere you encounter the minute you enter the premise. A must try dish is the lamb shank consisting of meat that literally falls off the bone in authentic Moroccan cuisine style.
While in San Francisco the biodynamic restaurant to try is Aziza. Said to be one of San Francisco's greatest restaurants for the very best in dining in general this restaurant also provides you with the best in organically grown produce as well. The produce at this particular restaurant is not only organically produced but also sustainably produced from farmers that take the art of organic produce to the state of the art organic levels. This chef-owned restaurant has warranted legions of loyal customers and staffs alike that make the dining experience so much more than the warm and inviting atmosphere you encounter the minute you enter the premise. A must try dish is the lamb shank consisting of meat that literally falls off the bone in authentic Moroccan cuisine style.
Thursday, September 24, 2009
A Romantic Getaway to Copenhagen
Dreaming of Romance in Copenhagen? Dreaming of a honeymoon in Scandinavia or a kiss-filled weekend with your loved one? Here are four romantic things to do when you make Copenhagen, Denmark your romantic getaway destination.
1. Romantic Castle Excursion
Top on the list of romantic activities for you and your special someone is the must see and must do romantic castle excursion. Copenhagen has some of the world's most divine historical castles. One especially special romantic castle visit is the Amalienborg Palace & Amaliehaven. This castle is especially romantic as it is also the winter residence of the Danish royal family. So if it is good enough for them then it has to be good enough to make this oh so romantic list.
Castle's the world are magical places unto themselves. The fairytale history behind most castles often entail the legendary story of the prince who finds his princess creating even more heaving romanticism and notion for this romantic getaway spot. Taking long romantic walks through the castle hallways, gardens and corridors will warm even the most harden romantic free heart. Other romantic castles of Copenhagen include the Rosenborg Castle & the King's Garden, Frederiksborg Castle & Baroque Garden and Kronborg Castle.
2. Cupid at Thorvaldsen Museum
Cupid at Thorvaldsen Museum is almost a dead give away with Cupid in the name drop for this romantic excursion out. This 1848 museum features the works of honored Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen. The Cupid and Psyche sculpture will be actually what the romantic doctor ordered for your romantic Copenhagen getaway. Who can resist the glance of Cupid himself, God of erotic love and beauty with his trademark sending his arrows through people's hearts to invoke love and romance?
3. A night at Copenhagen Opera House
A night at The Opera in Copenhagen is a quintessential romantic experience you would not want to miss even if you are not a lover of opera itself. Any opera is an experience, but a Danish opera well that is an experience in a league of its own. The opera drawn by Danish architect Henning Larsen, is an experience you will never forget. Dining out before the opera is almost a prerequisite as the local cuisine is just superb especially when you choose a restaurant with panorama view of Copenhagen. Another great aspect of our opera experience is just as darkness falls catching a glimpse of the city lights from the Opera's balcony on the 4th floor. For this excursion be sure to get your opera tickets in advance just to ensure you do not miss out.
4. The Baroque Park at Gammel Holtegaard
The Baroque Park at Gammel Holtegaard is located in Holte just north of Copenhagen. Here you will find exhibitions of Danish and international art, ancient and modern, paintings, sculptures and photographs. The lovebirds in you will most delight in the romantic setting of the Baroque Park. In 1755, Laurids de Thurah established the park with fruit tree avenues, fountains and arcades. Summer is one of the best times to attend and experience to the fullest your romantic excursion as on every Sunday afternoon there are open-air concerts featuring jazz and classical music. Love could truly be in the air after experiencing this romantic getaway in Copenhagen things to do list.
1. Romantic Castle Excursion
Top on the list of romantic activities for you and your special someone is the must see and must do romantic castle excursion. Copenhagen has some of the world's most divine historical castles. One especially special romantic castle visit is the Amalienborg Palace & Amaliehaven. This castle is especially romantic as it is also the winter residence of the Danish royal family. So if it is good enough for them then it has to be good enough to make this oh so romantic list.
Castle's the world are magical places unto themselves. The fairytale history behind most castles often entail the legendary story of the prince who finds his princess creating even more heaving romanticism and notion for this romantic getaway spot. Taking long romantic walks through the castle hallways, gardens and corridors will warm even the most harden romantic free heart. Other romantic castles of Copenhagen include the Rosenborg Castle & the King's Garden, Frederiksborg Castle & Baroque Garden and Kronborg Castle.
2. Cupid at Thorvaldsen Museum
Cupid at Thorvaldsen Museum is almost a dead give away with Cupid in the name drop for this romantic excursion out. This 1848 museum features the works of honored Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen. The Cupid and Psyche sculpture will be actually what the romantic doctor ordered for your romantic Copenhagen getaway. Who can resist the glance of Cupid himself, God of erotic love and beauty with his trademark sending his arrows through people's hearts to invoke love and romance?
3. A night at Copenhagen Opera House
A night at The Opera in Copenhagen is a quintessential romantic experience you would not want to miss even if you are not a lover of opera itself. Any opera is an experience, but a Danish opera well that is an experience in a league of its own. The opera drawn by Danish architect Henning Larsen, is an experience you will never forget. Dining out before the opera is almost a prerequisite as the local cuisine is just superb especially when you choose a restaurant with panorama view of Copenhagen. Another great aspect of our opera experience is just as darkness falls catching a glimpse of the city lights from the Opera's balcony on the 4th floor. For this excursion be sure to get your opera tickets in advance just to ensure you do not miss out.
4. The Baroque Park at Gammel Holtegaard
The Baroque Park at Gammel Holtegaard is located in Holte just north of Copenhagen. Here you will find exhibitions of Danish and international art, ancient and modern, paintings, sculptures and photographs. The lovebirds in you will most delight in the romantic setting of the Baroque Park. In 1755, Laurids de Thurah established the park with fruit tree avenues, fountains and arcades. Summer is one of the best times to attend and experience to the fullest your romantic excursion as on every Sunday afternoon there are open-air concerts featuring jazz and classical music. Love could truly be in the air after experiencing this romantic getaway in Copenhagen things to do list.
Friday, September 11, 2009
Good Measure Meals - the Charity Based Diet Plan
100% of Good Measure Meals Profit Go to Open Hand's Charity
Located in Atlanta, Georgia, Good Measure Meals is changing the lives of thousands in need of a lifestyle overhaul. The vicious circle that is dieting and weight gain for some is literally an up hill battle never actually won. For those in the Atlanta area the battle may not have been initially won but efforts to tackle the war against overweight and unhealthy living is. Good Measure Meals is a service that does not promote dieting but instead healthy living for those who want and are ready to commit to making lifestyle changes. As a gourmet food services go, Good Measure Meals prepares healthy and delicious meals for takeaway style service. The meals are set to several meal plans comprised of 5 or 7 day meals and dinner meals. The Good Measure Meals 5 to 7 day meal plan allows you to kick your shoes off and literally let Good Measure Meal do all the hard work. For those seeking healthy alternative meals for dinner their dinner plan fits in perfectly with a week supply of mouthwatering healthy entrées to be heated in minutes.
With no prep time involved the pre-cooked and pre-packaged meals are of the highest nutritional balanced quality. Not merely low in fat content but also containing zero trans fats making this meal plan a service for even those concerned with healthy eating in general rather than actual dieting. All meals are prepared by the Good Measure Meals Team of Chefs and Registered Dietitians. Much healthier than the average takeaway or fast food these meal plans suit all tastes and preference. The menu option includes entrées, side dishes, dessert and even snacks if required. The calorie intake is tallied per meal ensuring that you are well within the limits of your daily calorie allowance. Calorie allowances are comprised of 4 different calorie levels from 1200 to 2100 calories per day as well as 2 calorie options on our Dinner Plans. The meals are prepared fresh daily which means that no added preservatives or chemicals are involved during the cooking and pre process.
Once signed with the Good Measure Meals you are supplied healthy and invaluable information on how to kick start your new healthy lifestyle complete with a nutritionist and fitness advisors to make your meal program a success. Good Measure Meals have expanded their healthy meals option to cover Savannah, Athens and Metro Atlanta areas for pick up or delivery meal service. The even greater good of the Good Measure Meals is that is it apart of a higher purpose called the Open Hand's. This non-profit organization tirelessly offers nutrition programs and supplies the community's needy with free nutritional meals 7 days a week. The good work that Good Measure Meals do for their clients is being used to do greater work for the Open Hand's organization. As 100% profit goes towards the non-profit organization Open Hand's, the more success stories come out of the Good Measure Meals camp the more the success then can be applied to Open Hand's and the invaluable work they carry out.
http://www.goodmeasuremeals.com/
Located in Atlanta, Georgia, Good Measure Meals is changing the lives of thousands in need of a lifestyle overhaul. The vicious circle that is dieting and weight gain for some is literally an up hill battle never actually won. For those in the Atlanta area the battle may not have been initially won but efforts to tackle the war against overweight and unhealthy living is. Good Measure Meals is a service that does not promote dieting but instead healthy living for those who want and are ready to commit to making lifestyle changes. As a gourmet food services go, Good Measure Meals prepares healthy and delicious meals for takeaway style service. The meals are set to several meal plans comprised of 5 or 7 day meals and dinner meals. The Good Measure Meals 5 to 7 day meal plan allows you to kick your shoes off and literally let Good Measure Meal do all the hard work. For those seeking healthy alternative meals for dinner their dinner plan fits in perfectly with a week supply of mouthwatering healthy entrées to be heated in minutes.
With no prep time involved the pre-cooked and pre-packaged meals are of the highest nutritional balanced quality. Not merely low in fat content but also containing zero trans fats making this meal plan a service for even those concerned with healthy eating in general rather than actual dieting. All meals are prepared by the Good Measure Meals Team of Chefs and Registered Dietitians. Much healthier than the average takeaway or fast food these meal plans suit all tastes and preference. The menu option includes entrées, side dishes, dessert and even snacks if required. The calorie intake is tallied per meal ensuring that you are well within the limits of your daily calorie allowance. Calorie allowances are comprised of 4 different calorie levels from 1200 to 2100 calories per day as well as 2 calorie options on our Dinner Plans. The meals are prepared fresh daily which means that no added preservatives or chemicals are involved during the cooking and pre process.
Once signed with the Good Measure Meals you are supplied healthy and invaluable information on how to kick start your new healthy lifestyle complete with a nutritionist and fitness advisors to make your meal program a success. Good Measure Meals have expanded their healthy meals option to cover Savannah, Athens and Metro Atlanta areas for pick up or delivery meal service. The even greater good of the Good Measure Meals is that is it apart of a higher purpose called the Open Hand's. This non-profit organization tirelessly offers nutrition programs and supplies the community's needy with free nutritional meals 7 days a week. The good work that Good Measure Meals do for their clients is being used to do greater work for the Open Hand's organization. As 100% profit goes towards the non-profit organization Open Hand's, the more success stories come out of the Good Measure Meals camp the more the success then can be applied to Open Hand's and the invaluable work they carry out.
http://www.goodmeasuremeals.com/
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Top 5 SCFI Classic Films
The world is a better place for its futuristic cinematic look into the future and in some instance a look into the past. This list is comprised of cult classics and modern day favorites. Enjoy!
5. The Terminator (1984) spawned the classic memorial phrase "I'll Be Back." Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, an A cyborg, was the most exciting film of its time. The delivery of such a brut and unfeeling character sent to earth to destroy one person was horrifying. A mission for which the alien A cyborg pursued relentlessly. The target was a lone woman called Sarah Connor. Sarah is protected by the man named Kyle Reese who would father the future saver child for whom she is being sought for early demise in order to prevent her from every bringing the child into the world. Failure to destroy Sarah Connor meant that her future offspring would lead the human race in a future war with a race of machines. Therefore, the child had to be prevented from existence before that could ever happen. Directed by James Cameron this larger than life film is tremendous in every way. The portrayal of a woman as more than a damsel in distress was almost before its time. Sarah was innocent but became stronger by the minute and the Terminator ... well he did come back in Terminator 2 Judgment Day.
4. The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976) starring David Bowie is a vivid look at the life of Thomas Jerome Newton, a humanoid alien, who comes to Earth to get water for his dying planet. He appears harmless somehow and yet is forever of a menacing presence to all whom he encounters. He makes a grand attempt to fit into the society at large to achieve his mission. But, life gets a little complicated when he meets a woman who falls head over heels for him. David Bowie produces a surreal yet poignant performance which makes this role and film unforgettable. Director Nicolas Roeg delivers great direction of this cult masterpiece to make is one of many all time favorites.
3. Minority Report (2002) starring Tom Cruise and Colin Farrell was a brilliant look at the ramifications to creating a world without crime. The premise of the film is that of a society which police’s its self to the extent of preventing crimes before it has actually occurred. Set in the year of 2054 A.D. crime is eradicated completely from Washington D.C. An elite law enforcing squad "Precrime" aided by three genetically altered humans called "Pre-Cogs" track crimes and criminal intent of the mind in order to keep the streets safe. However, the once believed foolproof system proves to be penetrable when a crime is committed and an innocent man is framed for the crime. Directed by Steven Spielberg, this film is action and more action from beginning to end. Tom gives one of his best performances ever. The film went onto receive praise and a nomination for Oscar.
2. Escape From New York (1981) a true cult classic starring Kurt Russell and Lee Van Cleef is a dark look at the world ala World War III between the United States and Russia. As the war has taken its toll both sides looking for a peaceful resolution to put an end to the upheaval and an unlikely hero emerges from out of the ashes of war when he is offered to rescue the Commander and Chief. The offer would grant this hero a full pardon from his criminal past making it an offer he does eventually find hard not to refuse. The hero is the once special forces soldier turned armed robber and prisoner named "Snake" Plissken played by Kurt Russell. Plissken is given 24 hours to complete this task and so the ride of a lifetime in cinematic terms begins. Directed by John Carpenter this film is a raw and dark look at America ravished by war in every way. Both Kurt Russell and John Carpenter at their utmost best.
1. Blade Runner (1982) tops this list for so many reasons. This film is described as a cyberpunk vision of the future world and beyond. There is a gloriously real haunting feeling about this film shot in futuristic terms. It was more than before its time to say the least when it was released in 1982. The brilliance of director Ridley Scott brought forth what can only be described as a masterpiece. Starring Harrison Ford and Rutger Hauer, Blade Runner took cinematic feature length films into a new realm of its own. Harrison Ford gave a stunning performance as Deckard, a blade runner, sent to track down and terminate 4 replicants aka the bad guys. The film that took move goers by storm went onto received 2 nominations for Oscars.
5. The Terminator (1984) spawned the classic memorial phrase "I'll Be Back." Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, an A cyborg, was the most exciting film of its time. The delivery of such a brut and unfeeling character sent to earth to destroy one person was horrifying. A mission for which the alien A cyborg pursued relentlessly. The target was a lone woman called Sarah Connor. Sarah is protected by the man named Kyle Reese who would father the future saver child for whom she is being sought for early demise in order to prevent her from every bringing the child into the world. Failure to destroy Sarah Connor meant that her future offspring would lead the human race in a future war with a race of machines. Therefore, the child had to be prevented from existence before that could ever happen. Directed by James Cameron this larger than life film is tremendous in every way. The portrayal of a woman as more than a damsel in distress was almost before its time. Sarah was innocent but became stronger by the minute and the Terminator ... well he did come back in Terminator 2 Judgment Day.
4. The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976) starring David Bowie is a vivid look at the life of Thomas Jerome Newton, a humanoid alien, who comes to Earth to get water for his dying planet. He appears harmless somehow and yet is forever of a menacing presence to all whom he encounters. He makes a grand attempt to fit into the society at large to achieve his mission. But, life gets a little complicated when he meets a woman who falls head over heels for him. David Bowie produces a surreal yet poignant performance which makes this role and film unforgettable. Director Nicolas Roeg delivers great direction of this cult masterpiece to make is one of many all time favorites.
3. Minority Report (2002) starring Tom Cruise and Colin Farrell was a brilliant look at the ramifications to creating a world without crime. The premise of the film is that of a society which police’s its self to the extent of preventing crimes before it has actually occurred. Set in the year of 2054 A.D. crime is eradicated completely from Washington D.C. An elite law enforcing squad "Precrime" aided by three genetically altered humans called "Pre-Cogs" track crimes and criminal intent of the mind in order to keep the streets safe. However, the once believed foolproof system proves to be penetrable when a crime is committed and an innocent man is framed for the crime. Directed by Steven Spielberg, this film is action and more action from beginning to end. Tom gives one of his best performances ever. The film went onto receive praise and a nomination for Oscar.
2. Escape From New York (1981) a true cult classic starring Kurt Russell and Lee Van Cleef is a dark look at the world ala World War III between the United States and Russia. As the war has taken its toll both sides looking for a peaceful resolution to put an end to the upheaval and an unlikely hero emerges from out of the ashes of war when he is offered to rescue the Commander and Chief. The offer would grant this hero a full pardon from his criminal past making it an offer he does eventually find hard not to refuse. The hero is the once special forces soldier turned armed robber and prisoner named "Snake" Plissken played by Kurt Russell. Plissken is given 24 hours to complete this task and so the ride of a lifetime in cinematic terms begins. Directed by John Carpenter this film is a raw and dark look at America ravished by war in every way. Both Kurt Russell and John Carpenter at their utmost best.
1. Blade Runner (1982) tops this list for so many reasons. This film is described as a cyberpunk vision of the future world and beyond. There is a gloriously real haunting feeling about this film shot in futuristic terms. It was more than before its time to say the least when it was released in 1982. The brilliance of director Ridley Scott brought forth what can only be described as a masterpiece. Starring Harrison Ford and Rutger Hauer, Blade Runner took cinematic feature length films into a new realm of its own. Harrison Ford gave a stunning performance as Deckard, a blade runner, sent to track down and terminate 4 replicants aka the bad guys. The film that took move goers by storm went onto received 2 nominations for Oscars.