The Carnival of Cinema!

Sorry for the late post this week folks, but your carnival host was sick… so I’m gonna have to make it up to you guys with an extra special edition of the Carnival!

First off, Shlomi Ron presents The Cry - Il Grido (Michelangelo Antonioni - 1957) posted at cafe Pellicola - window to fine italian cinema. Some italian cinema is always good… and no one does it better than Shlomi!

Nigel Beale presents In Bruges: Movie Review by Nigel Beale. posted at NIGEL BEALE NOTA BENE BOOKS I’ve never seen this one, but it has to be good, I’ve read so many reviews on the movie at so many sites. Makes me think I’m missing out on something.

Next, my buddy over at The Stirrer presents Review: Hancock posted at The Stir Definitely an interesting name for a blog. Let’s see if he stirs up some interest from you guys. Luckily for him, it seems that he agrees with my thoughts on Hancock… it was great! Read more

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What Theatres are Missing Out On

The times have changed.  Movie theatres are no longer simply places where people see movies.  The expansive arcades, cafes and sometimes even full restaurants are common features of theatres.  The main reason for this is to take advantage of every possible earning opportunity available to them.  Some theatres are showing operas, concerts, and special showings, as well as hosting meetings to try to make that extra dough.  What do I feel theatres are really missing out on though? Read more

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My Favorite TV to Movie Adapations

I’ve been thinking about this alot, especially since I’ve been watching quite a bit of TV lately. We all know that Hollywood is constantly looking for new ideas for movies.. and TV happens to be a good source of ideas for a (potentially) good feature film.

Why is this? Plenty of reasons, of course:

• Existing Fan Base
• Developed Storyline and Characters
• Actors/Actresses are potentially already cast
• You get to watch your favorite TV show on the Big Screen!

And there are plenty more. Not all TV show to feature film adaptations are successful.. S.W.A.T comes to mind, but there are a surprising amount that have been quite good. Here are my Top 3: Read more

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What WAS the Best Movie Theme Song?

Some of you may have been wondering the results of the poll that I ran last month, as well as who was the lucky winner of the movie soundtrack as a result! To be honest, I’ve had the results for a while, but a combination of lack of sleep and being extremely busy at my day/night jobs (yes, I still have those) have been holding this post back.

So, without further Ado, let’s announce the winner for the best theme song, as voted by you, the loyal readers of Intermission at Work!

The winner is……… Read more

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An Intermission @ Work World Premiere

I’m really happy to make this announcement. First off, I want the readers of this blog to know that I really appreciate you as readers. It means a lot to me that you come back and read. However, I also love it when you comment on the things that I have to write (Yes, sometimes this can be far and few between). There was a great response to the “Best Movie Theme Song” Poll, and I’ll post those ASAP, as well as the winner!

The thing I enjoyed the most about running that poll was reading your comments on the post, as to why you made the selection you did, and what exactly your selection was. That post had 26 comments! Yes, there were quite a few from me, but that was an excellent total for me! Read more

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What Movie Has the Best Theme Song?

There’s nothing better than heading to the theatre or popping in your favorite DVD, and having some amazing sound blasting through your ears, shaking the room. In fact, it’s one of my favorite experiences of seeing a great movie, and still gives me goosebumps to this day. Some movies, as I’m sure you’ll agree, just have that special something about their theme songs. It leaves you with a feeling of awe and excitement in anticipation of a great movie.

We all have our own opinions about what could possibly be the best theme song, and that’s what I’d like to ask you. What theme song is the most memorable one in your mind? Read more

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I Can’t Imagine a Movie Without…..

What? A lot of people come to the movies because of “the experience”. But then again, less people have been coming to the movies than ever before. Some people might even consider it a waste of time. Then again, there are always those of you who have positive experiences, created by unique things done by the theatre itself! Fletch recently tells about one of his experiences at a local suburban theatre. What they did there made the experience for him, and he’ll be back because of it!

So I ask you, what is it that brings you to the theatre? Or what is it that leaves you not going to the theatre? Is it:

• The Popcorn and Snacks?
• The Big Screen?
• The Sound?
• The Crowd?
• Something Else?

For me personally… what is it? Read more

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Welcome to the New Intermission at Work Dot Com

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