 Welcome To Escape With Movies!
Most people know a good movie can transport you into another world. A good movie has the power to uplift the human spirit and take people to a higher plane. Movies can open your heart, expand your mind, take a current idea and change it, or alter someone's life if moved to do so. Watching a favorite movie is like visiting an old friend.
My brothers and I were blessed to be born in the George Lucas and Steven Spielburg time of Star Wars, and Indiana Jones. The magic of seeing these movies at a young age lit our imaginations and many summers were spent investigating the woods near our home pretending to be Indy, Han Solo, or Luke Skywalker. Taking part in the never ending battle of good versus evil, I had my Indy hat and my brothers were always armed with a wooden lightsaber donated from
a nearby tree. Sometimes I was R2D2, other times C3PO. It did not matter who played what character. The important part was capturing the movie magic for ourselves and these movies had influence in the people we became later on in life.
Movies are still one of the most affordable escapes in the entertainment industry. This site is dedicated to bringing some of the movie magic to you and yours. Actors, actresses, movies, stories, plots, bad guys, good guys will all be here in some form or another. So take some time and browse around. You may find a new favorite movie, or learn something about one of your favorite actors. Keep some of the magic of the movies for yourself and remember, "Life
is like a box of Chocolates"!
 Readers Selected Favorites
 Harry Potter Stars - One of the most successful movie franchises is undoubtedly Harry Potter. Adapted from the book series by J.K. Rowling, the Harry Potter actors have brought the stories of wizardry to life for all the devoted fans. The great and the good of the British acting scene longed to land a part. The casting choices have been excellent and introduced a worldwide audience to
Want To Try Short Film Production - There are great places online where you can watch all types of short films. Places like YouTube have boomed in recent years, as people want a place where they can upload their own videos and watch those that others have added. While some of these are home videos of all types, there are many that are making their own movies. If you want
Scarface The Movie - Cult gangster films have a loyal following and none more so than 1983's Scarface the movie. Famous quotes from the film are often heard and the film poster image became one of the most memorable in recent film history. The movie was directed by Brian De Palma with Al Pacino as the lead, supported by an impressive cast. Well known director Oliver
Little House On The Praire - The stories of a pioneering farming family in Minnesota caught the imagination of readers when Laura Ingalls Wilder wrote her real life accounts in the series of books, Little House on the Prairie. The popular books were adapted into the hit TV series that ran from 1974-1983. Changes were made for the television show but the spirit of the books came
Academy Award Winners - The award season for the movie industry is always eagerly awaited by the industry itself and by the film going public. The most prestigious and extravagantly presented of the awards are the Oscars. Academy Award winners, whether rewarded for their work in front of or behind the cameras, gain recognition and boost their careers as a result. An
Movie Scripts - There's something magic about movies. Maybe it's the dashing celebrities, the gorgeous locations, or possibly even the exciting plot points. Then again, it very well could be a combination of all these factors. Either way, one thing is for certain; and that's the fact that none of the movie magic we enjoy trip after trip to the cinema would be possible without a great movie
Charlie Chaplin Films - The silent film era is notable for one person in particular and that is Charlie Chaplin. The comic actor went on to make talkies and Charlie Chaplin films made an important contribution to the development of movies. Born in London in 1889, Chaplin had many other talents apart from acting and he was also involved in directing, producing and writing films.
Disney Movies - The Disney movies that my daughter sees today are very different from the ones I saw when I was a child. I remember seeing Bambi when I was in the fourth grade at school, and I was troubled by what I saw for a very long time. Most children are extra sensitive, and I don’t know that I should not have seen that movie at that age. It’s not that most children that
Becoming A Movie Extra - Until a couple of weeks ago, I had never really thought about movie extras. I had seen hundreds of movies, but had never bothered to wonder about the crowds in the background and where they came from. I talked to some of my friends, and none of them knew either. We are not a very artistic group of people, you see, and no one had very much knowledge
Movie Director - What would you consider to be your dream job? I'm sure many people would say to not have a job at all, but rather a loaded bank account allowing them to do as they please. Fair enough! I can definitely see the appeal of that lifestyle. Unfortunately for most of us that's not reality. As for me, my ideal position would be a successful career in film. Just to be clear, I'm not
Becoming A Movie Extra - Until a couple of weeks ago, I had never really thought about movie extras. I had seen hundreds of movies, but had never bothered to wonder about the crowds in the background and where they came from. I talked to some of my friends, and none of them knew either. We are not a very artistic group of people, you see, and no one had very much knowledge
Celebrity Gossip - Let’s face it – people are fascinated with what celebrities are saying and doing. They want to know about their love lives, their break-ups, their mistakes, their good deeds – almost anything you can imagine. The media hounds celebrities and tries to get the best pictures in their magazines or websites before anyone else does. Tabloids will invent stories
Disney Movies - The Disney movies that my daughter sees today are very different from the ones I saw when I was a child. I remember seeing Bambi when I was in the fourth grade at school, and I was troubled by what I saw for a very long time. Most children are extra sensitive, and I don’t know that I should not have seen that movie at that age. It’s not that most children that
Steve McQueen Movies - Some people have a screen charisma that is hard to define. Steve McQueen movies made McQueen a star, giving him a long career and cult status. Fans love to see him in his anti-hero roles, something that he was particularly good at and was naturally attracted to. However, he would come to show a versatile acting range and he could be a very
Oprah Winfrey - Almost everyone in the entire world knows exactly who the legendary Oprah Winfrey is. She is a household name and admired by millions. She has conquered almost every aspect of stardom – television, radio and print. She has her own television talk show, her own magazine, and now, a radio show as well. Oprah Winfrey is the true meaning of success.
Circle of Friends - Most people like a love story. Add drama and a bit of humor and it's a good template for a box office hit. Circle of Friends was released in 1995 and is set in Ireland in 1957. The movie was based on the novel of the same name, written by Irish author Maeve Binchy. The stars were Chris O'Donnell and Minnie Driver and Driver won the Most Promising Actress
American Beauty - American Beauty used to be one of my favorite movies. From the very first time that I saw it, I was obsessed. Usually, I'm not into those big Hollywood blockbuster type of movies. This was something different, however. This movie had class and style in a way I hadn't seen in a long time. American beauty dealt with some very heavy and very serious topics. It
Anthony Hopkins Movies - Welsh born actor, Anthony Hopkins is one of the most respected actors in the world. After training at the prestigious RADA drama school in London, he had a distinctive stage career but wanted to break into films. Anthony Hopkins movies usually do well at the box office and directors are keen to work with him. His movie breakthrough came when he
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