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March 6th, 2010 at 10:36am
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Some movies are good and some movies are simply terrible. Here is my list of the top 10 worst movies of all time!
Top 10 Worst Movies Ever Made
10. Batman and Robin. At number ten is the second worst superhero movie of all time (the worst if further down the list!). The script was awful and the plot was even worse. Clooney even admitted he may have ‘killed the franchise’ with his shocking performance as a (possibly gay) Batman. Amazingly, it didn’t ‘win’ the Razzie Award for Worst Picture. It was beaten by the film I have listed as the worst film ever made!
9. P.S. I Love You. I know many women may disagree but this movie was flat out lame! The director (Richard LaGravenese) didn’t seem to know whether it was a serious or funny film. Unfortunately, he didn’t do either well. The ’serious’ side was sappy and over-sentimental. The ‘jokes’ all fell flat (I didn’t laugh once). A movie that could have been better and really showed how to deal with the death of a loved one.
8. Showgirls. Shameless! That’s all you need to say about this stinker! Starring Demi Moore and Burt Reynolds, this film had only two things going for it- nudity and sex. Amazingly, the film was once shown to a fourth-grade class. The teacher claimed that the students had picked the film (yeah, right). Just avoid this horrible excuse of a movie.
7. All About Steve. Sandra Bullock was in 2 good movies in 2009, The Blind Side and The Proposal. But why did she pick this awful film to both star in and produce? This ‘romantic comedy’ is neither romantic or funny. Even the title, a pun of the 1950 film ‘All About Eve’, was a stupid joke. Just re-watch The Proposal and avoid this unfunny film. It’s incredible that this film somehow became a minor financial success.
6. Disaster Movie. What a disaster (and what a terrible, obvious joke I just made). The movie is near the top of nearly every ‘worst movie list’ produced since 2008. It really isn’t hard to make people laugh. Just provide a good script with some great jokes. Did anyone laugh once during this film? I still can’t believe it was beaten by ‘The Love Guru’ for Worst Picture.
5. The Adventures of Pluto Nash. Wow! Eddie Murphy’s career has gone downhill in the last 10 years. The film was an absolute box office bomb. It cost $100 million to make and was only able to earn $7 million in box office receipts. Unfortunately, it made some of the money back on DVD sales and rentals. Please Eddie, you are actually a funny guy. Pick a good movie for a change.
4. The Hottie and the Nottie. Paris Hilton deserved her Worst Actress award for this absolute stinker. I’m glad the public wasn’t fooled by the film as it earned just under $28,000 in its opening weekend (just $249 per theater- an average of 5 people per showing). This was director Tom Putnam’s feature-film debut. Why choose this film? Poor guy- I feel sorry for him.
3. Catwoman. Worst superhero movie ever. Sure, Halle Berry as Catwoman sounded good. If only the execution was better! Even Roger Ebert has put this film on his most hated list. Catwoman having super powers? Why alienate the fans by changing the character so much? Can someone tell me what they spent the $100 million budget on? Halle Berry ‘thanked’ Warner Bros. for putting her in the ‘piece of [swear word]‘.
2. Manos: The Hands of Fate. A low budget film that is simply awful. The opening of the film features a family driving through the countryside for nine minutes with basically no dialogue. Apparently, the opening credits were supposed to be playing at the time. Someone forgot to add them (whoops!) Then there’s the teenagers who can be seen making out (throughout the film) on the side of the highway- totally unconnected to the plot. Director Hal P. Warren, a fertilizer salesman (that’s ironic- a fertilizer salesman making a pile of rubbish), never made another film again. Everyone is most thankful.
1. The Postman. What were they thinking? This post-apocalyptic movie is just mind blowingly stupid. The plot made absolutely no sense whatsoever. The acting was atrocious. The script wasn’t much better. Seriously, did anyone watch this film for the entire 178 minutes? The best thing about the film- The Simpsons take off on the episode ‘Monty Can’t Buy Me Love’. Lisa watches the film which features nothing but The Postman walking (seemed just like the real film to me!) The film earned just $18 million on a ridiculous $80 million budget.
Other Movie Lists:
Top 10 Movie List
Tom Hanks Movie List
March 6th, 2010 at 06:51am
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Cars (also called automobiles) are motor vehicles that are used primarily to transport people. But when was the first car made? This post will answer that question and then tell you three interesting facts about cars!
When was the first car made?
Ferdinand Verbiest, a Christian missionary in China, built the first car in 1672. He designed the vehicle as a toy for the Chinese Emperor. It was only a small vehicle, unable to transport people. It was powered by steam.
The first modern car was invented by German Karl Benz in 1885. His design used an internal combustion engine (as most cars do today). The internal combustion engine had actually been designed in 1806 by Swiss inventor Francois Isaac de Rivaz. However, only Benz was able to modify the design to successfully power a vehicle.
Interesting Facts About Cars
- Today, most cars are powered by diesel or gasoline (also called petrol). The burning of these gases is believed to contribute to global warming.
- Worldwide, about 1.2 million people are killed every year in car accidents. Also, over 40 million people suffer injury from an automobile accident.
- Alternatives to traveling in cars include taking public transport (buses, trains, trams and more), cycling, walking, skateboarding, horseback riding and rollerskating.
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March 5th, 2010 at 06:39am
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Tom hanks is an A-list actor who has starred in and produced some of the biggest blockbuster movies of the last 20 years. He won back to back Oscars in 1993 and 1994 and has been nominated for 3 more. The following is a list of the movies that has featured Tom Hanks as an actor or producer.
Actor
The Lost Symbol (2012)
Larry Crowne (2011)
Toy Story 3 (2010)
Angels & Demons (2009)
The Great Buck Howard (2008)
Charlie Wilson’s War (2007)
The Da Vinci Code (2006)
Cars (2006)
Magnificent Desolation: Walking on the Moon 3D (2005)
The Polar Express (2004)
Elvis Has Left the Building (2004)
The Terminal (2004)
The Ladykillers (2004)
Catch Me If You Can (2002)
Road to Perdition (2002)
Cast Away (2000)
The Green Mile (1999)
Toy Story 2 (1999)
You’ve Got Mail (1998)
Saving Private Ryan (1998)
That Thing You Do! (1996)
Apollo 13 (1995)
Forrest Gump (1994)
Vault of Horror I (1994) (TV)
Philadelphia (1993)
Sleepless in Seattle (1993)
A League of Their Own (1992)
Radio Flyer (1992)
The Bonfire of the Vanities (1990)
Joe Versus the Volcano (1990)
Turner & Hooch (1989)
The ‘burbs (1989)
Punchline (1988)
Big (1988)
Dragnet (1987)
Every Time We Say Goodbye (1986)
Nothing in Common (1986)
The Money Pit (1986)
Volunteers (1985)
The Man with One Red Shoe (1985)
Bachelor Party (1984)
Splash (1984)
Mazes and Monsters (1982) (TV)
He Knows You’re Alone (1980)
Producer
They Marched Into Sunlight (2013)
Boone’s Lick (2012)
Larry Crowne (2011)
Beyond All Boundaries (2009)
Where the Wild Things Are (2009)
My Life in Ruins (2009)
City of Ember (2008)
Mamma Mia! (2008)
David McCullough: Painting with Words (2008) (TV)
The Great Buck Howard (2008)
Charlie Wilson’s War (2007)
Evan Almighty (2007)
Starter for 10 (2006)
The Ant Bully (2006)
Neil Young: Heart of Gold (2006)
Magnificent Desolation: Walking on the Moon 3D (2005)
We’re with the Band (2005) (TV)
The Polar Express (2004)
Connie and Carla (2004)
My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002)
We Stand Alone Together (2001) (TV)
Cast Away (2000) (producer)
Do you have a favorite Tom Hanks movie or think you know a movie that isn’t on this list starring Tom Hanks – please leave a comment.
Other Actors
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Mel Gibson Movie List
March 4th, 2010 at 05:38am
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Katie Holmes is probably better known for her famous partnership with scientologist Tom Cruise, but she is a successful actress in her own right. She shot to fame as Joey Potter on the popular teen TV series Dawsons Creek. The following is a list of all the movies that Katie Holmes has been involved with over her career.
Actor
Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark (2010)
The Extra Man (2010)
The Romantics (2010)
Mad Money (2008)
Thank You for Smoking (2005)
Batman Begins (2005)
First Daughter (2004)
Pieces of April (2003)
The Singing Detective (2003)
Phone Booth (2002)
Abandon (2002)
The Gift (2000)
Wonder Boys (2000)
Teaching Mrs. Tingle (1999)
Muppets from Space (1999)
Go (1999)
Disturbing Behavior (1998)
The Ice Storm (1997)
Producer:
The Romantics (2010)
Do you have a favorite on this list, or can you think of a movie not on this list that has featured Katie Holmes – please leave a comment.
Related Actors
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March 4th, 2010 at 05:23am
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The term x86 is a computer based term that you might have seen when discussing operating systems, computer programs or CPU (central processing unit). But, you might be wondering what does x86 mean. This article will answer that question and take a look at what this means for you.
What does x86 mean?
x86 is a generic name given to Intel processors beginning with the 8086 processor released in 1978. However, the name only became popular after the 32-bit 80386 was released. The original processor (8086) was a 16-bit processor, but today x86 refers to the 32-bit processors and programs. Much of the software written in the last 30 years is written to support x86 processors and this is only starting to change in the recent years. This includes the operating systems Windows, Linux and Mac OS X which to this date have both 32 bit (x86) and 64 bit versions available.
Limitations of x86 processors and programs
The limitations of x86 based (32 bit) operating systems like Windows is that the program can only access 4gb of memory in total (including graphics memory) whether or not your processor is 64 bit compatible. This means that as computers begin to move towards 4gb of RAM and higher that x64 (64 bit) operating systems will be required.
64 bit processors (also referred to as x64 or x86-64) have become commonplace since they were introduced by AMD in 2003. They are fully backwards compatible with x86 programs, but may see performance benefits when programs are written to specifically take advantage of 64 bit processor. There were some compatibility issues between 32 and 64 bit operating systems, however, today the newer 64 bit operating systems are backwards compatible with most 32 bit programs.
If you liked this post you might also like to read our article – how to choose a computer.
March 4th, 2010 at 05:04am
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Digital cameras are specialized cameras that record pictures (photos and video) via electronic image sensors. But when was the digital camera invented? This post will answer that question and then mention a few interesting facts about digital cameras!
When was the digital camera invented?
The first digital camera was built in 1975 by Steven Sasson, who was an engineer at Eastman Kodak. However, the camera was not very practical. The camera recorded black and white images to a cassette tape, had a resolution of just 0.01 megapixels and took about 23 seconds to capture an image. The first ‘true’ digital camera (which recorded images as computerized files) was the Fuji DS-1P, produced in 1988. However, it was never released in America and was there is no evidence that it was ever released in Japan. The first commercially available digital camera was the 1990 Dycam Model 1.
Interesting facts about the digital camera
- Digital cameras take a lot of power to work. As digital cameras have gotten smaller, researchers have had to work hard to invent small batteries that provide power for a good length of time.
- The first camera phones (incorporating a digital camera) were released in Japan in 2001.
- MMS (picture messaging) is used by more than 1.3 billion people worldwide.
- Digital cameras are often called ‘point and shoot’ cameras as they are very easy to use!
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March 3rd, 2010 at 09:32am
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The Stanley Cup is awarded every year to the team that wins the National Hockey League (NHL) playoffs. But who won the first Stanley Cup? This post will answer that question and then look at some interesting facts about the Stanley Cup.
Who Won the First Stanley Cup?
The first Stanley Cup was awarded to the Montreal Hockey Club (who were affiliated with the Montreal Amateur Athletic Association). The ‘won’ the trophy in 1893. The Montreal Hockey Club were the champions of the Amateur Hockey Association of Canada (AHAC) and had defeated the champions of the Ontario Association (the Ottawa Generals) during the season. Trustees, appointed by Lord Stanley (whom the cup is named after), awarded the Stanley Cup to the Montreal Hockey Club due to these feats. However, the Ottawa Generals were upset as no challenge games had been played and the rules for awarding the trophy were not clear. The rules were subsequently changed to make it fairer.
Interesting Facts About the Stanley Cup
- Lord Stanley never actually saw a Stanley Cup Championship game.
- The Stanley Cup has been awarded to the winner of the NHL since 1926.
- The Victoria Cougars were the last non-NHL team to win the Stanley Cup.
- There have been several spelling mistakes on the Cup. ‘Boston’ was spelled ‘Bqstqn’ in 1972 and ‘Islanders’ was spelled ‘Ilanders’ in 1981.
- Two players (Clark Gillies of the New York Islanders and Sean O’Donnell of the Anaheim Ducks) allowed their dogs to eat out of the Stanley Cup!
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March 3rd, 2010 at 12:29am
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Mashed potatoes are really very easy to make. This post will tell you my favorite mashed potato recipe and give you a few hints on how to make your mashed potatoes extra special!
How do you make mashed potatoes?
Recipe: Simple, Creamy, Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients (to serve 4):
- 1 1/2 lbs (680 grams) of potatoes. The best potatoes are either Russets or Yukon gold. Any potatoes with medium to high starch should work.
- Salt and Pepper
- 4 tablespoons of cream
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 1 tablespoon of milk
Method
- Peel the potatoes and then cut them into quarters (length-wise).
- Place the potatoes in a saucepan and add about half a teaspoon of salt.
- Cover the potatoes with water and bring the water to a boil.
- As soon as the water begins to boil, reduce heat to a simmer. Cover with a lid and cook for 15-20 minutes. Check to see when they are done by sticking a fork through them. If the fork goes all the way through it is properly cooked!
- Warm the cream and melt the butter together. You can do this in a saucepan or in the microwave (cooking times will vary- just wait until the butter has melted)
- Drain the water from the potatoes. Some people say to leave some of the water during the mashing but I find it works best without the water.
- Put the potatoes into a bowl and add the cream and butter. Use a potato masher to mash those potatoes! If you don’t have a masher you can use a fork (although this can take a bit of time!)
- When the potatoes are well mashed (there shouldn’t be any ‘lumps’), add milk and beat the potatoes with a spoon until the potatoes are soft and creamy. Be careful not to over-beat as the potatoes can get gluey.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
Other Hints:
- You can add some more herbs and spices. Garlic, onions and rosemary are nice additions.
- Don’t be afraid to add some cheese or bacon bits. They can really add a lot to the dish.
- Experiment a little! Try cooking them with the peel and see if it tastes better. Why not try sour cream? Keep modifying the recipe until you find something you really like!
Other Recipes:
Best Chicken Soup Recipe
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Have any other hints? Let me know in comments!
Thanks to Simply Recipes for the recipe- I love it!
March 2nd, 2010 at 12:37pm
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Cameras are devices which record images as still pictures (traditional or digital camera) or moving pictures (a video camera). But when was the camera invented? This post will answer that question and then give you a few interesting facts about cameras.
When was the camera invented?
To answer that question it is important to go back to the time before camera (as we know them today) existed. The camera obscura, the precursor of the camera, was first described between 1015 and 1021 by Arabic scientist Ibn al-Haytham in his ‘Book of Optics’. This optical device allowed an image to be projected onto a screen. However, it was not possible to record and store the picture. It wasn’t until 1685 that the camera was invented by Johann Zahn. His invention was both small and portable and was capable of capturing an image on a medium. However, it was over 150 years until photography was invented, allowing images to be preserved.
Interesting facts about cameras
- Electronic video camera tubes, invented in the 1920’s, eventually resulted in the invention of digital cameras.
- Scottish physicist James Clerk Maxwell, with help from English inventor and photographer Thomas Sutton, made the first color photograph in 1861.
- Traditional cameras capture light (the image) onto a photographic film or plate. Digital cameras use electronic images sensors. This is usually a charged couple device (CCD) or complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS). The captured images are stored on a memory card.
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March 2nd, 2010 at 08:58am
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Morning sickness is as misunderstood as many other medical mysteries. Some people claim that it is changes in blood sugar that cause the problem while others are sure that the pregnancy hormones are to blame. While the debate rages expecting mothers are only concerned about one thing – when does morning sickness go away.
Despite its name, morning sickness can strike a pregnant woman at any time of the day or night. The symptoms are typically recorded as nausea, dizziness, light-headedness and/or vomiting. Not all pregnant women get morning sickness, but it is quite a common complaint of pregnancy. There does not seem to be any correlation with this illness. For example, If you suffered with morning sickness during your first pregnancy you may not suffer with it the second time.
When does morning sickness go away?
Morning sickness commonly occurs in the first trimester of pregnancy (the first 12 weeks) and by this time it is usually starting to subside. For some people, however, morning sickness lasts well into the second trimester when it finally subsides and for the unlucky few it may last the entire pregnancy.
What is the cure for morning sickness?
Unfortunately, there are no cures for morning sickness, but there are a few things you can do to try and make pregnant life more bearable. Firstly, try eating first thing in the morning to raise your blood sugar levels. This can be hard if you are feeling particularly unwell, but it is reported to work for many women. Secondly, try ginger tea which is a traditional cure for nausea that has actually been proven scientifically and is perfectly safe.
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