Monday, December 24, 2012
From perennial classics to overlooked gems, here are ten specials Christmas movies guaranteed to brighten your holiday.
The winter holidays are a perfect time for movies. Frigid temperatures and snow flurries make a bowl of popcorn and the warm glow of a television screen all the more enticing. Generations of filmgoers annually return to the pictures that they treasured as children, from the life-affirming uplift of A Christmas Carol and It’s a Wonderful Life to the endearingly relatable satire of A Christmas Story and National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. Yet some of the finest cinematic gems of the season were never intended for the big screen. My most deeply cherished holiday movies are all contained on archaic VHS tapes that were once used to capture must-see TV long before the era of DVRs and instant streaming. Direct from my video library, here are …
Thursday, November 22, 2012
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, here's some arts-flavored trivia about famous Thanksgiving movie and television scenes. Can you figure them out?
There are some movies that have holiday dinners you'd be thrilled to be a part of, and some you'd be relieved to never have to see again. Every bit of the "Christmas Vacation" dinner is pretty brutal to watch even before Chevy Chase cuts into a gross, flatulent turkey. But a chance to sit down and eat and drink with the Big T from "The Sopranos" could be interesting as long as you don't make him angry. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Patch has assembled some trivia questions for those of you that like movies and television as much as you like turkey. The answers will be posted on Friday, along with as many Thanksgiving-flavored YouTube clips that can be assembled. Leave your answers in the comments, along with your favorite pop culture …
Monday, October 8, 2012
How do two families handle a marital affair involving a father and his best friend's daughter? With kettle corn, Christmas carols, and a whole bunch of shenanigans.
“Sex. Betrayal. Scandal. Make yourself at home.” That is the tag line on "The Oranges" film poster. What it should read is, “Kiss. Hug. Makeup. If affairs were this easy, everyone would be having one.” I expected a serious, true-to-life indie about relationships and family. "The Oranges" is nothing more than a Hollywood comedy with sub-par acting and a story line laden with humor that completely overshadows the serious issues in the film. The Wallings and Ostroffs have been living next door to one another for several years in suburban New Jersey on, wait for it, Orange Drive. When 24-year-old daughter Nina Ostroff (Leighton Meester) returns home after a five-year absence, she sparks up a relationship with David Walling (Hugh …
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Can the spark be restored in a 31-year-old marriage? How about in a 31-year-old marriage where the cable subscription is considered an anniversary present. Check out our review of 'Hope Springs' here.
Can this relationship be saved? We see this theme everyday whether it be on a movie screen, on a daily talk show or on the shelves at the local book store. Hope Springs brings it to the big screen yet again, but this time it is geared towards an age group audiences rarely see - the "over 55's." And though I have no personal experience in this realm, I am going to bet it is one of the most candid and true-to-life adaptations of marriage ever brought to the big screen. Kay (Meryl Streep) and Arnold (Tommy Lee Jones) have been married for 31 years. They don’t sleep in the same bed, their morning routine could be timed to a tee, and the only physical intimacy Arnold seems capable of is his cold, brief kiss goodbye on Kay’s cheek every day…
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Take a break from the bustle of the holiday season with a romantic night out.
Gilson's Gilson's has steadily grown in popularity since opening in 2007, drawing in couples for organic American bistro fare. Depending on the tone of your date, you can have a casual meal of bison burger and mahi mahi tacos in the wine bar, or reserve a seat in the dining room for a meal of lobster ravioli or braised lamb shank. Either way, you'll want to take advantage of their impressive wine list by sharing a bottle with that special someone. Depot Nuevo Located in a historic train depot, Depot Nuevo was named one of the top 25 tequila bars in America by MediaPlanet. The cheerfully decorated restaurant offers Latin-inspired cuisine paired with margaritas mixed with fresh juices and your choice of dozens of tequilas. It's a perfect …
Friday, February 18, 2011
Keep the kids busy with movies, video games, and sports this weekend.
Niles West Girls Regional Final February 17 7:30 - 10:00 p.m. Cheer on the girls of Niles West as they head to Skokie for the 4A Regional Finals Quiet on the Set video club February 17 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. Kids grades 4-8 can learn how to write, act, and direct their own movies at the Niles public library. It’s a creative, collaborative, fun filled experience. Teen Dinner and a Movie Night February 18 6:00 - 9:30 p.m. $18 Teens can enjoy a three course dinner with other kids thier own age followed by a movie at the Niles Teen Center. Dinner is $18, but there will be snacks for sale for a little extra if you want candy during the movie. Middle School Night February 18 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. $3 Kids grades 5-8 are welcome to the Prairie View Community…
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
We know all the best places to go with your kids this weekend - and most of them are free!
Feb 10 - Kids in the Kitchen Where: Morton Grove Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave. 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. Price: Free Do you have a budding Iron Chef? The Morton Grove Public Library will teach your youngest cook how to make some adventurous Asian and Pacific Island dishes. Feb 10 - Reading with Rover Where: Niles Public Library, 6960 W. Oakton St. 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Price: Free Help your kids build confidence by reading out loud to service dogs. These cuddly canines are the world’s most patient listeners and a great audience for whatever story your child wants to read. Feb 11 - Bibliobop Dance Party Where: Niles Public Library, 6960 W. Oakton St. 10:00 a.m. - Noon Price: Free Who says parents never go dancing anymore? Now we dance with the kids! This …
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