Category Archives: Sci-Fi and Fantasy

Thoughts on Source Code

Posted on 3 April 2011 by House

One of the most recent releases in this unexpected spring bonanza of science fictional movies is Source Code, starring Jake Gyllenhaal (who I was not fond of in the Prince of Persia movie) and directed by Duncan Jones (whose directing … Continue reading →

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The Adjustment Bureau / Limitless

Posted on 25 March 2011 by House

It seems that March held an unexpected bonanza of science-fictional films.  I have been making something of an effort to see as many as I can, but as my time is limited I have been concentrating on movies that have … Continue reading →

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Another Delightful Screed from Hal Duncan

Posted on 1 March 2011 by House

I haven’t yet managed to read any of his well-regarded books, but from time to time I drop in on Hal Duncan’s blog.  There, he holds forth quite frankly and eloquently on any number of topics.  What amused me most … Continue reading →

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Tangled / Green Hornet / Barney’s Version

Posted on 23 February 2011 by House

The girlfriend came to visit for a few weeks, so—as we are wont to do—we frequented the movies.  This post contains my thoughts in brief on the movies we saw together, most of which are old news by now, but … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1

Posted on 19 February 2011 by House

My familiarity with Harry Potter has, till recently, been entirely via the movies and various online wikis.  Unlike die-hard fans of the books, I have seen the films with no additional knowledge of the world or plot, and thus some … Continue reading →

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Entertaining Exam Question

Posted on 18 January 2011 by House

I came across this link to a rather entertaining exam question about Return of the Jedi.  Now, I have no idea if this is real or not, but I am entertained nonetheless. Of course, if I had written this question, … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Tron: Legacy

Posted on 8 January 2011 by House

I saw the original Tron when I was a kid.  Since it came out when I was 3, I’m pretty sure I saw it when my sister rented it for me on VHS.  I remember enjoying it, but what stuck … Continue reading →

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Megamind / RED / Skyline / Morning Glory

Posted on 30 November 2010 by House

Once again, I strive to squeak in an update under the wire and leave no gap in the monthly archives.  I have actually quite a lot to talk about, but I’ll limit myself to movie thoughts for now.  That, in … Continue reading →

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Salt / The Other Guys / Scott Pilgrim

Posted on 5 September 2010 by House

Aha!  I have finally settled upon a naming scheme for these movie posts.  I shall use the titles of the movies themselves!  Pure genius (so long as I don’t let too many build up)! Here, then, are my thoughts on … Continue reading →

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Fan Expo Canada 2010

Posted on 31 August 2010 by House

Thanks to the generosity of my good friend Jenn, last weekend I attended Fan Expo.  She gave me the passes as an early Christmas/Birthday/Next Christmas present, and was in no way motivated by a desire to have company for her … Continue reading →

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