Hildago

"Nobody insults my horse '(a man gets punched in the face)'"

Viggo Mortensen can always make a movie good in my opinion, and this movie is better than good. Based on a true story about an American cowboys who competes in horse races... And always wins. But when our hero Frank T. Hopkins and his amazing horse Hidalgo are challenged to protect their honor as the best horse racer in the world, Frank may have met his match. This movie gets a good grasp on oppression and discrimination to both animal and man. A heart stopping story about a man and his best friend, and just how far you can push them. What ever you want to call it,  this movie is a must see. Recommended  to 13 and up for violence, occasional language, and alcohol drinking. The motto on cover explains it all, "Unbridled. Unbroken. Unbeaten."

Quote of the Post: "If you're going through Hell, keep going." -Winston Churchill

Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children

"Have you ever felt... Peculiar?"
Author: Ransom Riggs

I do believe that this is the first book larger than 200 pages that I've ever read in one day. Yeah, its that good. When I sat down to read this peculiar novel I hardly moved for the next 24 hours. Ransom Riggs is an intoxicating author who draws reader into his books like a magician. His is a tale of mystery, wonder,  and a weirdness that you can't quite describe. His collection of mysterious photographs added throughout the book adds to its unique aura. If you're looking for a book that different from all the others and encompasses refreshing new ideas than this is it. And the best part is that once you are finished, there are two more books in the series waiting just for you, "Hollow City" and "Library of Souls". Also the motion picture is already being filmed, conducted by the mastermind   director Tim Burton, coming out on September 30 this year. A great read that will have you thirsting for more, and let's be honest, who can't say they love a bit of British humor? I would rate this book for occasional language but thats just about it. My recommendation would go to 10 and up. Do not miss this read, it's a book you'll never forget.

Quote of the Post:"The world is put back by the death of every one who has to sacrifice the development of his or her peculiar gifts to conventionality." -Florence Nightingale

Monk

"Its a jungle out there."

This hilarious detective show simply puts a light in your day. Monk is about a complete germaphobe who specializes in solving crime. You'll find yourself both laughing at and sympathizing with this deranged character. It's fun and great way to work your mind to try and solve the case. The episodes range from rated PG to PG-13 for violence and minor language. A good time for ages 13 and up.

Quote of the post: " A sad soul can kill quicker than a germ."-John Steinback

Gremlins

"Don't get him wet, keep him out of bright light, and never feed him after midnight." 

This movie is definitely a fun one. Directed by Steven Spielberg  he somehow combines both horror and comedy into one unlikely double. You'll find your self occasionally laughing and cringing over and over as gremlins take over the screen. A fun movie to watch with an more grown of kind of family. Rated PG in 1984 by film critics I disagree with this rating though and would rate it PG-13 for its excessive language an lots of humorous violence. A perfect laughable Christmas movie, though I recommend that you do not watch it on Christmas or it will ruin the holiday for you. I recommend this  movie for kids 13 and up.

Quote of the post: "We live in a rainbow of chaos."-Paul Cezanne

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Heroes of the Valley

Author: Jonathan Stroud

This book definitely goes down on my list as one of my favorite novels. Stroud combines his favorite characters of mystery, folklore and sarcasm. His books often include mostly powerless characters but with big hearts and longing to do great acts of courage. He knows how to frustrate a reader though let me tell you. And with his books you can always expect lots of laughs and some pretty strange twists. Stroud definitely over exceeds in his usual ways of writing fantastic novels. A bit of battle gore at the beginning and some strange ways of speaking sometimes but you'll still understand and will find your  self having a great time. I recommend this book highly and would rate it at a PG-13 for occasional violence and little use of language. Appropriate for ages 12 and up.

Quote of the Post: "Heroes get remembered but legends never die."-Babe Ruth