Monthly Archives: September 2010

Avatar: The Last Airbender

Water. Earth. Fire. Air. These are the four elements that make up the spectacular and imaginative world of Avatar: The Last Airbender. Hold on, I know what you’re thinking: isn’t this a cartoon show for kids? Why should I be … Continue reading

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Rebecca by Daphne DuMaurier

Published in 1938, Rebecca was an aberration of inspiration written by Daphne DuMaurier—an author who only managed to produce a bad romance novel every few months  after her debut success. Rebecca was the first classic I truly loved.  I found … Continue reading

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Faithful Place by Tana French

Undercover Detective Frank Mackey left his home in Faithful Place, Dublin, 22 years ago and never went back.  His original plan was to run away with his girlfriend Rosie to London.  When she didn’t show up the night they were … Continue reading

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Waltz with Bashir

When I first saw this animated war film back in 2008, I was sure it would make a splash.  I expected to see countless critics singing its praises, and I was certain it would be an Oscar contender like Persepolis.  … Continue reading

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Left to Tell by Immaculee Ilibagiza

Left To Tell takes place in the year 1994 and is the true story of 22 year-old Immaculee Ilibagiza, a survivor of the Rwandan genocide, who escaped alive by hiding for three months in a 3′ x 4′ bathroom with … Continue reading

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