“A Star is Born” has just hit the theaters and I can’t wait to see it. This movie gave me the idea for this theme: movies were characters chase their dreams. These films are a true inspiration to those who want to pursue their dreams. I picked films I find very good and somehow they flew under the radar, are underrated or seriously overlooked. Here are my five picks for movies about pursuing your dreams.
Big Fish
Throughout his life, Edward Bloom has been a man of fierce passion and tall tales. In his later years, he remains a huge mystery to his son William. In an effort to get to know the real man, Will begins piecing together a true picture of his father from flashbacks of his amazing adventures. Edward is a man who did everything to have a happy life.
Under the Tuscan Sun
Frances is a writer who just saw her marriage fall apart. She goes on a trip to Tuscany and impulsively decides to buy a villa and build her new life there. Secretly, this would be a life I want to live. It’s such a dreamy place to live. .
Warrior
This is an amazin sports drama that supassed all expectations. The film isn’t about touch fighters who can crash all those who stand in their way. It’s about relationship between fathers and sons, brotherhood, fighting for your family, making dreams reality and second chances. .
The Pursuit of Happyness
It’s based on the real life of Chris Gardner, a single father struggling with homelessness while raisin a toddler. It’s one of the most heartwarming and motivational movies ever. The struggles of the father-son duo and his perseverance to follos his dream, even during the toughest of times. It will motivate you to keep pursuing your own.
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
So often we dream about changing our life and take a 180-degree turn for one step forward. This is a story about a little man who pulled himself together and decided to change his life for the better. Walter Mitty is a hero of a real life fairytale, a tale which miracles are possible and can be found right under your nose.
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vrijdag 5 oktober 2018
dinsdag 10 april 2012
50 Books Challenge 2012 - # 15: Under the Tuscan Sun by Frances Mayes
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun
Author: Frances Mayes
Story: Frances Mayes—widely published poet, gourmet cook, and travel writer—opens the door to a wondrous new world when she buys and restores an abandoned villa in the spectacular Tuscan countryside. In evocative language, she brings the reader along as she discovers the beauty and simplicity of life in Italy. Mayes also creates dozens of delicious seasonal recipes from her traditional kitchen and simple garden, all of which she includes in the book. Doing for Tuscany what M.F.K. Fisher and Peter Mayle did for Provence, Mayes writes about the tastes and pleasures of a foreign country with gusto and passion.
Start: april 7th 2012
End: april 10th 2012
Comment: I was really looking forward to reading a story about a woman who threw her whole life around to do something she really wanted. That's what Frances Mayes did, something I really admire about people. Just doing what you really want, no matter what. Unfortunately the books wasn't what I expected it to be. Although Frances Mayes does a wonderful job describing Tuscany and all it entails, after 150 plus pages, I find it hard to concentrate. I think I don't have that connection with Italy or the Italian kitchen. The book couldn't keep my attention and I was glad when I finally finished it. I can understand that this is a loved book, people who share the passion for Italy and cooking will definitely like it. Sadly enough I'm not one of those people.
Rating: 2/ 5
Author: Frances Mayes
Story: Frances Mayes—widely published poet, gourmet cook, and travel writer—opens the door to a wondrous new world when she buys and restores an abandoned villa in the spectacular Tuscan countryside. In evocative language, she brings the reader along as she discovers the beauty and simplicity of life in Italy. Mayes also creates dozens of delicious seasonal recipes from her traditional kitchen and simple garden, all of which she includes in the book. Doing for Tuscany what M.F.K. Fisher and Peter Mayle did for Provence, Mayes writes about the tastes and pleasures of a foreign country with gusto and passion.
Start: april 7th 2012
End: april 10th 2012
Comment: I was really looking forward to reading a story about a woman who threw her whole life around to do something she really wanted. That's what Frances Mayes did, something I really admire about people. Just doing what you really want, no matter what. Unfortunately the books wasn't what I expected it to be. Although Frances Mayes does a wonderful job describing Tuscany and all it entails, after 150 plus pages, I find it hard to concentrate. I think I don't have that connection with Italy or the Italian kitchen. The book couldn't keep my attention and I was glad when I finally finished it. I can understand that this is a loved book, people who share the passion for Italy and cooking will definitely like it. Sadly enough I'm not one of those people.
Rating: 2/ 5
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