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It seems like every week they make a movie out of a popular young adult book. Some are better movies than others. Almost all were really good books. Well that is probably why they are making a movie of the book. The trailers usually look good. This is the case with the Inkheart Movie. I liked the book and the trailer looks great. After Harry Potter 5, however, I don't think I will run out and see it immediately. In case you haven't read it, Inkheart by Cornelia Funke (The Thief Lord, Dragon Rider, and Inkspell) is a great fantasy. Meggie is a young girl whose father has a secret ability to bring characters from books to life when he reads aloud. The adventure takes off when a power-hungry villain from a rare children's fable kidnaps Meggie's father so he can force him to bring others out of fiction into our world. Meggie and some friends (both real and magic) embark on the kind of adventure she has only read about in books. So tell me if you like movies based on books. Just click on comment below and you will be registered for this blog.

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"Discover a place that will never leave you, and a friendship that will change you forever."

Thoughts: I recently watched Bridge to Terabithia, which is based on the book of the same name. The movie itself was good, but like always, I think the book was better. Anyway, Bridge to Teribithia had a plot having to do with fantasy and adventure. It was about two friends that "create" their own kingdom where they rule as King and Queen, and how, with this relationship, they become each other's closest friend. There is a sad twist at the end, but the movie is worth watching, especially with younger siblings!

-Comments, thoughts, and opinions are always welcomed.

-Entry by Megha S.

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While reviewing movies for the monthly Friday night teen program, I watched "Night at the Museum" with Ben Stiller and Robbin Williams. What a pleasant surprise this film was. Then today I got an email from Megha who was wondering why no one has submitted a movie review. Now that is a good question. Just email your comments to me, and I will see that it gets posted. Then we will see if there are any comments.

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Or maybe not; however, for the cinematic industry, it just may be.

Summary:
Tomorrow will be the release of Two-Disc Special Edition of Transformers on DVD.
Here are some details and features on the DVD:

Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 143 Minutes


• The Story Sparks - Steven Spielberg discusses his love for the franchise and early concept art for the film. Explores how the writers adapted the cartoon into a live-action movie and why Michael Bay is the perfect director for the film.


• Autobots Roll Out - Michael Bay discusses working with Chevy and its designers and the modifications that were made to the cars seen in the film.


• Decepticons Strike - The film’s military advisors discuss the "toys" they allowed the production to borrow: F-22 Raptors, Ospreys and A-10 Warthogs.


• The Skorponok Desert Attack - An in-depth look at the making of this particularly epic and challenging scene from initial storyboarding through production and visual effects.

But as always, what are your thoughts, comments, opinions, etc.

Now if only I could find a dealership that sold cars that could transform…

-Entry by James Ngo

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