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The United Artist movie theater chain has a points system similar to that of frequent flier miles. Acquire this card and you will be available to free Popcorn, Drinks, Candy, and even Movie...
Do you ever find movies that you never heard of but are actually great? Well I do all the time and here are some unsung favorites. Enjoy.
•Traditional cinema can play high-tech game, too. •Harry Potter on the cheap? •Cool stuff worth tracking. •And finally … Harry Caray, RIP.
I noticed that there wasn't a whole lot of buzz about Disney's latest movie, The Princess and the Frog so I decided to create my own. As the author of a children's book about a princess, I thought...
The music in movie trailers can often be misleading. It's typically inserted to provide a specific mood, but since the trailers go out before the movie's soundtrack is completed, the music doesn't...
Twilight and New Moon...what's there to say that hasn't already been said. Instant Hit! Cultural Phenomenon! It's given me a reason to live again! It saved my marriage! It was so good I'm...
Watching movies online can be a great thing to do not only b yourself but with your family, friends or for a romantic night with your other half. Nothing is worse then trying to watch a movie...
How to Watch Movie Goofs, or watch movie bloopers over the internet. Have you ever wanted to see what you thought was a blooper one more time, or hear what people have to say about them? Well,...
The movie soundtrack typically refers to the music recorded for a film. It can be a score (orchestral music played over the action), songs performed as part of the film (such as in a musical) or...
Gabourey 'Gabby' Sidibe plays the lead character Precious in the movie, 'Precious: Based on the novel Push by Sapphire.' Her powerful heartbreaking role in this movie has made thousands of people...
Netflix has reinvented the video rental industry with its swift home delivery service of the latest blockbusters and classic films. While receiving your favorite movies within a few days after...
Because every child and parent is an individual, they will have different evaluative standards. Some children are more sensitive than others, some children more impressionable than others, and...
Writing a successfully structured screenplay is a craft, and like all crafts, it can be learned. The first step is to understand the three-act structure. Most films have a narrative presented in...
Structure kills creativity. Thousands of movies never get written each year because of the myth about having to have structure first. This just isn't true! Imagine for a minute that your movie...
At nearly $10 a pop, movie tickets aren't cheap these days - unless you know where to look. Affordable movie tickets actually aren't that hard to find. If you're willing to do a little research,...
Learn how to get free movie tickets, and you can forget about those expensive prices. Movie tickets don't have to cost you money. When you're ready to stop paying $10 per person for big-screen...
Ever wanted to make a short film but couldn't because it was too expensive? Well it doesn't have to be. I can show you how to make a movie without spending a dime.
Love going to the AMC Entertainment movie theater but hate standing in long lines to get your tickets? Learn how to purchase your tickets online without having to pay the $1 surcharge at AMC/Lowes...
Being an extra in a movie is fun. Anyone can be a movie extra. It gives you the chance to see a little of how a movie is made, and the chance to meet interesting people. Movie extras come from...
Writing a review of a movie set in historical times requires a slightly different approach from writing a review of a film set in modern times; therefore, it is helpful for the writer to have read...
Forget stocks or bonds! If you want an investment that can earn a strong return -- and be a lot of fun to own -- try your hand at investing in movie props. This "e-how" will tell you...
You can avoid long lines at your local theater and save time by purchasing your movie tickets online. An advance movie ticket purchase is a wonderful way to insure you have a movie ticket to your...
Disney's newest big production, "The Princess and the Frog" is due to be released in movie theaters December 11. The Disney company considered this movie to be a "gamble"...
A trip to the local movie theater can cost you a pretty penny these days! What was once a reasonable family outing has turned into a very expensive pastime. A family of four can easily spend...
The internet and the film industry have developed a mutually beneficial relationship. Particularly for independent filmmakers, the internet is a valuable resource for publicizing and distributing...
Have you ever wondered how you could get your hands on one of those movie posters you see at the theaters? No luck anywhere? Don't worry I got plenty of tips on how you can get your hands on them.
If you’re a big fan of the Twilight Series, there’s no doubt you’re excited for New Moon the movie to be released in theaters. Be prepared to lose your breath over steamy heartthrobs, Robert...
Just out in theaters is the motion picture Paranormal Activity. The special thing about this movie is that it is a ridiculously low budget film that uses one, relatively cheap, camera. No sets...
There are all types of reasons people want to be an extra in a movie... to fulfill a dream, to cross it off their bucket list or just to make a couple of extra dollars. Whatever the reason, when a...
You can put any of your DVDs on your iPod, and it's completely legal and free.
The Redbox movie rental kiosk system is easy, fun, and convenient to use. If you have not given this movie rental option a try, now is the time. Rentals from the Redbox system are $1 per rental,...
You may have noticed Redbox machines popping up here and there through your normal shopping. The Redbox is a brand of video rental options that are typically located in grocery stores, McDonald's...
You'll learn how to let yourself be terrified during a scary movie
Saving and spending money means everything. We all want good entertainment for our family at a price we can afford. Here are some suggestions.
Movie theaters and Cinemas charge outrageous prices for food and make a large percentage of their profit from food and drink sales. Learn creative and effect ways to sneak food and drinks into the...
Movie trailers used to be limited to the theaters themselves: you saw them before the main feature started, and that was usually the only place you could access them. The advent of the Internet...
There are many businesses that sell classic movies on DVD. In most cases, online is the most convenient way to shop for classic DVDs. You may be able to find classic oldies on DVD, such as "Gone...
Making a superhero movie, much like making any movie, requires a lot of time, research, and preparation. Fortunately, a superhero movie gives you the liberty to use your imagination, working...
With the release of the next movie in the Twilight saga on it's way, now is the time to prepare for viewing New Moon. New Moon is set to release November 20, 2009. Our favorite characters of...
The opportunities for newcomers to break into a cash-strapped Hollywood may be continuing to shrink, but the combined accessibility of screenwriting software and filming equipment has fostered a...
It's one of the most frustrating things in the world--remembering the plot or stars of a movie but being unable to put your finger on the exact title. Before the rise of the Internet, you needed...
With the high quality of video recording equipment available today, in conjunction with computers and movie editing software, making decent homemade movies is easier than ever. Amateur movie...
Have you ever wanted to watch a movie that just came out in the cinema but didn't want to leave the house or pay those high cinema prices? Well with these simple easy steps you can watch that...
How to Make Horror Movie Props
Knives make great horror movie props, but the sharp edge should be thoroughly sanded down for safety on the set. Find out how to create props for horror films with help from a movie producer in...
Lighting Techniques for Movie Making
Lighting for making movies should include a key light that illuminates the subject, a fill light to blend out the key light and a back light to illuminate the background. Thoroughly light a movie...
How to Make Movie Zombie Effects
Making someone look like a zombie for a movie is best done using lots of latex, which can be painted, ripped and built up to make the skin appear diseased and decayed. Use various movie makeup...
How to Make Movie Blood
When making movie blood, mix either Karo syrup or clear, hypoallergenic clothing detergent with red, yellow and green food coloring. Choose natural products that won't harm the actors with help...
How to Make Movie Props With Sculpey
Sculpey clay is a great material for making movie props, as it can be sculpted easily, baked to harden and painted using any spray or craft paint. Use Sculpey to make a variety of props with help...
How to Make a Fake Head
A fake head to be used as a movie prop can be made out of gelatin, latex foam or silicone, each of which requires a different casting process. Take a mold of an actor's face to create a fake head...
How to Make Special Effects Cuts, Bruises & Blood
Special effects cuts, bruises and blood can be made using mortician's wax, makeup wax or latex, which can then be painted using an alcohol-activated paint. Create professional-looking wounds for a...