There's nothing like going to the movie show! The old drive-ins we went to with my parents, the large downtown movie theaters that even had balconies. the old Court Theater in Saginaw that on Saturday afternoons would show a double feature, cartoons, a serial chapter and more for no more than a quarter or two. Even the suburban megaplexes with their cushier chairs, stadium seating, deluxe sound systems and 3D. Of course, now, admission may take a trip to the small loan department!
So I could wax all day about my love affair with going to the movies. And that's just one of many ways people see great movies now. They might download them, watch them on TV, rent a DVD, or even see them on their phone.
Two years ago I started Ripping Good Yarns Hall of Fames to honor the best of the best, in TV, movies, and books. The past movie winners are as follows:
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| 2012 Winner Star Wars |
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| 2013 Winner The Wizard of Oz |
So are we ready for our 2014 entry? This is a general category, for movies of all types. The only rule? The movie has to be at least ten years old. That would mean the newest movies considered would be from 2004. But when you nominate movies you don't need to worry about that. I will filter those movies out that are too recent to be considered.
Please note that movies will be picked as finalists based not just on being nominated but by how many people nominate the same movie. So if you see a favorite, say Blazing Saddles, already nominated by someone, than you should definitely second that nomination! Or second, third, fourth, on into infinity!
I will throw into contention five movies that did very well in our Facebook Faceoff from awhile back. Feel free to comment on these and to nominate many more!
Raiders of the Lost Ark
Gone with the Wind
It's A Wonderful Life
Casablanca
Schindler's List
I await your input, Rippers! The nominations are afoot!
Fried Green Tomatoes
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