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Becoming Jane (2008/02/12) Philip CulhaneJessica Ashworth View detail of this item

I went to see the movie "Becoming Jane" yesterday. It was fantastic. I've been a fan of Jane Austen's world since I saw the movie "Sense and Sensibility," but I must admit that I hadn't known much about her personal life until yesterday. If you like Jane's novels, you should see "Becoming Jane." You'll be surprised how much her own life is alive in the novels.
The leading actress, Anne Hathaway, is surely second to none in playing Jane Austen: she's a natural for the role. On top of that, although she is an American, her British English is quite elegant to my ears. I'd like to see the movie again!





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You would be surprised how much of Jane's life is reflected in her novels

Famous Authors - Jane Austen (2006/04/25) Jane Austen View detail of this item

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Robin Hood - Prince of Thieves (1997/10/01) Kevin CostnerMorgan Freeman View detail of this item

I think Kevin Costner is too good-looking and his movies are always Hollywood-like ones, but I can assure you this: you must see his Robin Hood if you like Robin Hood.
This film includes many Robin's story, such as the fight against John Little in the river, the funny encounter with a drunken monk, the life with people running away from their harsh lives. I fell in love with the Robin book when I was a child, and I imagined what life would be like in the wood. Today, there are many films dealing with Robin Hood, but some of them don't have my favorite episodes and it makes me very disappointed. We need to have many people following Robin Hood. We need to see how he fought. Without followers, without his bow, Robin Hood is just a bounder, I think.
I like Robin Hood very much. Robin Hood is one of my heroes. He is a humble, hardy young man; He fights against a man of authority, and he protects not only the poor but a young lady named Marian. Kevin's Robin shows us that the prince of the Sherwood Forest was in distress over his way of life. He was in a maze, he was in conflict with himself, and he fell in love like we do in reality. Kevin Costner's performance of as Robin was perfect to me.

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince [Theatrical Release] () Unknown View detail of this item

I went to see a movie called "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" two days in a row. I paid double but I was happy with it because the movie was fantastic as I had expected. The story needed to be shortened as with the previous ones, but the producer did the great job Harry, Ron and Hermione have grown up to be in love with someone. Time flies, they were little children only 6 years ago!
You should see this film if you're planning to finish the Harry Potter books. I understand there are some differences between the books and the movies, but I guess it's a waste not to watch the actors's splendid performances.


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...have grown up and are discovering love.

I'm not particular about comic books or anime, but I really like "Spider-Man" because of the hero named Peter Parker. Peter is very gentle and intelligent, but he is a kind of lackluster boy. He likes a girl called M.J. a lot, but he doesn't have the gumption to "declare himself." He always holds against bullying because he doesn't want to get in trouble.
I like Peter Parker because he is quite charming. I can't seem to have interests in a champion of justice. Peter is wavering between accepting his unknown power and refusing it. Peter is struggle with his secrets, especially his love for M.J. He cares about her, that's why he is afraid of losing her after making a confession. I'm highly respected a man who is single-minded, like a man called Gilbert Blythe in "Anne of Green Gables."


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I highly respect men who are single-minded

My friends know full well that I've been into the novel called "Anne of Green Gables." I was 10 or 11 years old when I read it for the first time. I was highly moved by its fascinating world and really wanted to go to the Prince Edward island that is the scene of Anne's story. Finally, over 10 years later, I managed to visit the island and stayed there for a week. I'd say the island is the most beautiful place in the world. I wish I could have a chance to go...


Gilbert Blythe is one of characters in the story. He is not only a classmate but also a rival to Anne Shirley. I like Gilbert very much. He is smart and a determined young man, and also has a sense of humor. In a film, a Canadian actor, Jonathan Crombie, played Gilbert's role perfectly.





Gilbert made fun of Anne by calling her "Carrots!" when he saw her on the first day at their school and this was where their history started. Anne and Gilbert, I can say they were made for each other.