EVERY MOVIE HAS A LESSON

by Kevin Gardner

Precious stones are not only very valuable but also exquisitely beautiful. It is easy to see why people are drawn to them and desire to possess them. Perhaps it is even easy to understand why people would go to any lengths to get them. This may be one reason for the popularity of jewel heist movies. It is easy to admire the skill that goes into planning the heist yet, even if the jewel thieves are sympathetic, it can be satisfying to see them eventually caught.

by Kevin Gardner

For decades, books have been adapted into films. From Little Women to The Silence of the Lambs, some times are simply begging to be on the big screen. However, few can compare to the mastery of The Shining, particularly when it comes to adapting a novel. If you'd like to learn more, here are three reasons The Shining is an excellent book adaptation.

by Kevin Gardner

California is the home of Hollywood, where the world of movies and film comes to life. You will find celebrities walking down the street, the walk of fame, universal studios, and infinite theatres to watch your favorite flicks. It makes sense that some of the best cinematic masterpieces are set in the golden state. From the classics to recent releases, here are some of Hollywood's greatest films that have been set in California.

by Kevin Gardner

Nearly everyone loves the movies. Seeing the story play out on the big screen is exciting, no matter which genre of film you're watching. As the credits roll, you may find yourself wondering what exactly goes into making a movie. Specifically, what does it mean when someone is listed as a producer? To help answer that question, here are five things that a producer has to do before the movie hits theaters.

by Kevin Gardner

Technology has come such a long way in the past few decades that it is difficult to remember a time when you had to go to a movie theatre to watch a movie – and people living today have never experienced life without movies at all. However, even before movies and television, radio was the dominant way people would get their entertainment, paving the way for all entertainment that would come after it.

Some portray it as an opportunity for revenge, like in “Memento” or “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” while others use it to explore deep questions about morality, such as “A Beautiful Mind” or “Shutter Island.” In every case however, there is more going on than just adding a mentally ill character for drama. Mental health conditions are explored from all angles: how they affect society at large and people around them, how they change the way people think and feel about themselves and their surroundings, what trauma treatment centers work best-or don't work at all-and so on.