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September 7, 2014

The Blues Brothers – 1980

Genre: Action, Comedy Release Date: June 16, 1980 Duration: 133 minutes Plot: A new day is dawning in Illinois. The sun has not yet risen and the factories are already in full operation. Next shot, barbed wire, hoisting the flag, a tall wall and armed guards. This is the Joliet prison in Illinois. Two police officers awaken a prisoner. Jake...

Movies

September 6, 2014

The Fault in Our Stars – 2014

Genre: Drama, Romance Release Date: April 11, 2014 Duration: 126 minutes Plot: Hazel Grace is a cancer patient and she is on her teens. One of the side effects of her illness is COPD, her lungs have permanent and severe damage. As a result she cannot go anywhere without her portable oxygen concentrator. And since Haze is a fan of...

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September 3, 2014

Guardians of the Galaxy – 2014

Genre: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction Release Date: July 21, 2014 Duration: 121 minutes Plot: In 1988 Peter Quill, a kid back then, is abducted by aliens. Since then, 26 years have passed, and Peter calls himself Star Lord and, despite the impressive alias, he is a mere thief in outer space. But, when he steals a mysterious Orb, thing begin...

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August 31, 2014

Lucy 2014

Genre: Action, Science Fiction Release Date: July 25, 2014 Duration: 90 minutes Plot: Lucy is a pretty young woman. We met her just outside a hotel at Taipei in a quarrel with her, just the last five days, boyfriend. He tries to convince her to deliver a suitcase to a hotel client. Lucy is right to object cause Richard, that’s...

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August 29, 2014

The Calling – 2014

Genre: Thriller Release Date: August 5, 2014 Duration: 108 minutes Plot: Fort Dundas is a quiet city in the provinces of Canada. The police has not faced a murder case the last four years. This is the reason why our two detectives – Hazel is one of them – are a bit rusty. This inaction stops precipitously with a string...

Movies

August 25, 2014

Game of Thrones: the Kingsroad – S01E02 – 2011

Genre: Adventure Fantasy Episode Title: the Kingsroad Season: 1st Episode: 2 Duration: 56 minutes Episode Plot: Daenerys tries – following the advices of the exiled lord Ser Jorah Mormont – to change her ways as a wife of Khal Drogo. Dothraki live very different from other people and she must try hard to keep her husband and master pleased. Besides...

Movies

August 24, 2014

Game of Thrones: Winter is Coming – S01E01 – 2011

Genre: Adventure Fantasy Episode Title: Winter Is Coming Season: 1st Episode: 1 Duration: 62 minutes Episode Plot: On the north side of the Wall, which protects the Seven Kingdoms from the Wildlings, there is an irregular mobility. Men of the Night Guard, who are sent to investigate, are massacred by the White Walkers (the Others)… creatures with bright blue eyes...

Movies

August 24, 2014

The Prince – 2014

Genre: Action Release Date: August 22, 2014 Duration: 93 minutes Plot: Paul (Jason Patric) works as a car mechanic in a small town of Mississippi. Because his daughter Beth (Gia Mantegna) goes to college in another city, they communicate via Skype. Few days before Beth would return home, their call is terminated. He tries to call her again the next...

Movies

August 23, 2014

Combinations of the Kaleidoscope

The system of endless changes is one of the most astonishing properties of the Kaleidoscope. With a number of loose objects—pieces of glass, for example, it is possible to reproduce any figure we have admired, when it is once lost. Centuries may elapse before the same combination returns; if the objects, however, are placed in the cell so as to...

Misc

August 23, 2014

Humphrey Potter and the invention of the hand gear

It has been said that we are indebted for the important invention in the steam-engine, termed hand gear, by which its valves or cocks are worked by the machine itself, to an idle boy named Humphrey Potter, who, being employed to stop and open a valve, saw that he could save himself the trouble of attending and watching it, by...

Misc

August 23, 2014

Waste of human life

In 1825, there was opened in Cochin-China a canal, 23 miles long, 80 feet wide, and 12 feet deep. It was begun and finished in six weeks, although carried through large forests and over extensive marshes. Twenty thousand men worked upon it day and night; and it is stated that 7,000 died of fatigue.

Misc

August 23, 2014

Invention of the telescope and early discoveries with it

It is singular that the epoch of the most extensive discoveries upon the surface of our planet was immediately succeeded by man’s first taking possession of a considerable part of the celestial spaces by the telescope. The powers of this instrument have not yet reached their limit. The feeble commencement, however hardly magnifying as much as thirty-two times in linear...

Misc

August 23, 2014

First historical record of refined sugar

It appears from the accounts of the Chamberlain of Scotland, published from the originals in the Exchequer, that in the year 1329, loaves of sugar were sold in Scotland at the price of two shillings a pound. Stow’s Survey of London states sugar refining to have been commenced in England about 1544; and upwards of four centuries since we find...

Misc

August 14, 2014

“A Clash of Kings: A Song of Ice and Fire Book Two”, by George R.R. Martin

A red comet appeared in the sky of Westeros. The way this comet shines – making the comet visible even on daytime – and its color – crimson red like blood – make it a bad omen for the people. Combine this with the fact that the Winter is ante portas, the things darken even more. Let us turn our...

Literature

August 9, 2014

Hercules: The Thracian Wars – 2014

Genre: Action, Adventure Release Date: July 23, 2014 Duration: 98 minutes Plot: Hercules (Dwayne Johnson), after finishing the Twelve Labours, makes a living selling his services for lots of gold. With him are Amphiaraus (Ian McShane), Autolycus (Rufus Sewell), Atalanta (Ingrid Bolso Berdal) and Tydeus (Aksei Hennie). Gold and battlelust are the driving force of that team of heroes. This...

Movies

August 8, 2014

Superchondriac – Supercondriaque – 2014

Genre: Comedy Release Date: January 15, 2014 Duration: 107 minutes Plot: Romain Faubert, is a 39-years-old photographer who works for an online medical dictionary. The one and only word that can perfectly describe him is: hypochondriac! Afraid of germs, afraid of contact with other people, afraid of contact with animals, even afraid of his own shadow if it does not...

Movies

August 5, 2014

“Game of Thrones: a Song of Ice and Fire Book One”, by George R.R. Martin

“Game of Thrones: a Song of Ice and Fire”, a book by George R R Martin, was published in Greek by Anubis on June 2011. This book series is known as “Game of Thrones” from the successful HBO TV series. “Game of Thrones (a Song of Ice and Fire)” is the title of the first book but marketing and the...

Literature

July 27, 2014

The Fox and the Child – Le Renard et l’ Enfant – 2007

Genre: Adventure, Family Release Date: November 28, 2007 Duration: 92 minutes Plot: A little girl somewhere in the countryside in eastern France. An autumn day, as she passes through the woods to get to school, she sees a fox. The fox runs away, but the girl is too excited and wishes they meet again. Our protagonist, from now on, spends...

Movies

July 26, 2014

Heidi, by Johanna Spyri

CHAPTER I HEIDI’S FIRST MOUNTAIN CLIMB On a bright June morning two figures—one a tall girl and the other a child—could be seen climbing a narrow mountain path that winds up from the pretty village of Mayenfeld, to the lofty heights of the Alm mountain. In spite of the hot June sun the child was clothed as if to keep...

Books for kids/e-books

July 26, 2014

“The Magician’s Nephew”, Clive Staples Lewis

Usually I read a book first, and if there is a movie adaptation, I watch the movie too. With the work of Clive Staples Lewis happened exactly the opposite. Some time ago, me and the rest creative team of Glance, watched the The Chronicles of Narnia: the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. The film gave us the best impression...

Literature

July 25, 2014

“All Quiet on the Western Front” (“Im Westen nichts Neues”), by Erich Maria Remarque

In these lines we will write about the pre-eminent anti-war novel of all time. All Quiet on the Western Front (“Im Westen nichts Neues”), by Erich Maria Remarque, that was published in late 1928 in the newspaper Vossische Zeitung and in early 1929 was published as a book. The German novelist was born in 1898 and at age 18 was...

Literature

July 25, 2014

“The Maze Runner”, James Dashner

When he regained his consciousness, he was standing in a shaking cabin amid metal scraping sounds. It was an elevator cabin and it was going up. Where to? Where from? When? Why? Questions that were left unanswered because there was only one thing in his mind. His name: Thomas! And that was all. A name, along with some scattered images...

Literature

July 24, 2014

When there is no enemy within, Winston Churchill

When there is no enemy within, the enemies outside cannot hurt you. Winston Churchill

Quotes

July 23, 2014

Forrest Gump – 1994

Genre: Drama, Romance Release Date: June 23, 1994 Duration: 142 minutes Plot: Forrest Gump was born in a small town of Alabama. Father unknown. The only one who stood for young Forrest Gump was his mother. Without having any other option, she turned her big house into a pansion, and rented rooms – for short or long-term – to people...

Movies

July 22, 2014

Groundhog Day – 1993

Genre: Comedy, Fantasy Release Date: February 125, 1993 Duration: 101 minutes Plot: Phil Connors (Bill Murray) is a successful weatherman on TV. But he is not successful in life and nobody likes him, not even… his shadow. Punxsutawney Phil is a… Groundhog! A small rodent that locals in Punxsutawney of Pensylvania, believe it can predict the weather. If the cute...

Movies

July 20, 2014

Freedom, Abraham Lincoln

Freedom is the last, best hope of earth. Abraham Lincoln

Quotes

July 20, 2014

You can be happy…

You can be right or you can be happy. Gerald Jampolsky

Quotes

July 20, 2014

Remains of the Day

Genre: Romance Release Date: November 15, 1993 Duration: 134 minutes Plot: James Stevens is, for many years, the butler of Darlington Hall. The impressive mansion now belongs to, the former Member of the Parliament, Jack Lewis. Stevens, in an effort to reorganize the staff after the decline that followed Lord Darlington’s death, thought to ask the help of Miss Kenton....

Movies

July 18, 2014

Dawn of the Planet of the Apes – 2014

Genre: Action Sci Fi Release Date: June 26, 2014 Duration: 130 minutes Plot: The Dawn of the Planet of the Apes The outbreak of the ALZ 113 virus resulted in billions of deaths. The technology is out and nature reoccupies inch by inch the human cities. The few people who have survived the virus and the violence, organized themselves in...

Movies

July 12, 2014

The Lord’s Prayer in english – Our Father

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. the aforementioned English translation of...

Faith

July 12, 2014

Orthodox Creed – the Nicene Creed – Orthodox Christian Confession of Faith

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Faith

July 10, 2014

Knight and Day – 2010

Genre: Action Comedy Romance Release Date: June 16, 2010 Duration: 109 minutes Plot: June and Roy meet by chance in an airport. She returns home with a suitcase full of car parts, to complete the restoration of a classic car model as a gift for her sister’s marriage. He is trying to escape his pursuers, he is an undercover agent...

Movies

July 10, 2014

The Hare and the Tortoise (the Rabbit and the Turtle)

One fine spring morning, a Hare came out of his nest to eat fresh grass. As he was eating, he saw a Tortoise nearby and he thought that the Tortoise walk was too funny. So the Hare started mocking the Tortoise and said that even the snails are faster. The Turtle stopped, looked at the Rabbit and told him: -How...

Myths

July 10, 2014

The Grasshopper and the Ant

Once upon the time there was a Grasshopper and an Ant. The Grasshopper built its nest in the branches of a tree and the Ant to its roots. It was summertime, and in the morning when the sun rose, Ant began working. The Ant came out of the nest and went looking for various seeds. When he found one, he...

Myths

July 9, 2014

Creators of Transformers

In Transformers: Age of Extinction, humans succeed in making their own Transformers robots, and Galvatron was the first robot designed by Joshua Joyce’s team. But, of course, humans are not the Creators of Transformers… In the same movie, towards the ending credits Optimus Prime says: “I send this message to my creators: leave Earth alone, for I am coming for...

Misc

July 9, 2014

La Cage aux Folles – Birds of a Feather – the Mad Cage

Genre: Comedy French Cinema Release Date: October 25, 1978 Duration: 103 minutes Plot: Renato and Albin is a mature gay couple. They own a Night Club in San Tropez that features a Drag Queen Show. Albin, the “female” of the couple, is the star of the show and goes by the artistic name Zaza. Renato, in a moment of weakness...

Movies

July 9, 2014

Romantics Anonymous – Les Emotifs Anonymes – 2010

Genre: Comedy Romance French Cinema Release Date: November 9th, 2010 Duration: 80 minutes Plot: Jene-Rene has a chocolatier with huge economical problems. Angelique is an excellent chocolate maker who – after the death of her former boss – is looking for a job. Both are shy and have a bunch of phobias. Jene-Rene hires Angelique as a seller, after a...

Movies

July 8, 2014

The Chronicles of Narnia: the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe – 2005

Production Companies and Distributors: This movie is that movie adaptation of the book “the Chronicles of Narnia: the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” by Clive Lewis. This is a fantasy adventure from the director Andrew Adamson and Walt Disney Company. Narnia was produced in USA in 2005. In Greece the DVD of this movie is distributed by Prooptiki SA....

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July 7, 2014

Rise of the Planet of the Apes – 2011

Genre: Action Sci Fi Release Date: August 3, 2011 Duration: 105 minutes Plot: Dr Will Rodman (James Franco) is an ingenious scientist who works for the pharmaceutical company Gen Sys, developing an innovative treatment for Alzheimer, ALZ 112. Charles (John Lithgow), Will’s father, is a patient with the Alzheimer disease, and this is one more good reason for Will Rodman...

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July 5, 2014

When Harry Met Sally – 1989

Genre: Comedy Romance Release Date: July 12, 1989 Duration: 96 minutes Plot: Sally Albright and Harry Burns have just graduated college from Chicago University. Harry has a not serious affair with a Sally’s friend. Harry and Sally decide to travel together by car to New York, where Sally will continue her studies and Harry will try to get a job....

Movies

July 5, 2014

Edge of Tomorrow – 2014

Genre: Action Science Fiction Release Date: May 28, 2014 Duration: 113 minutes Plot: Aliens are invading Earth and they have already taken over Europe. Our scientists have created a Powered Exoskeleton fully loaded with weapons, and at last the world seems to have a chance. General Brigham (Brendan Gleeson), the coordinator of United Defence Forces, is going to launch a...

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July 4, 2014

Margin Call – 2011

Genre: Drama Thriller Release Date: January 25, 2011 Duration: 107 minutes Plot: A big and renowned financial firm makes cuts and staff reductions. Eric Dale (Stanley Tucci), though he is a senior executive, is getting fired. When he is leaving the building, he gives a USB stick to his protégé and says: “I was working on something, but they wouldn’t...

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