Dangerous Minds

A 1995 American drama film based on the autobiography 'My Posse Don't Do Homework' by former U.S. Marine LouAnne Johnson, who took up a teaching position at Carlmont High School in Belmont, California, where most of her students were African-American.

In the movie, Michelle Pfeiffer plays the role of an ex-marine teacher struggling to connect with her students in an inner city school.

The film was released to mixed critical reception, but became a surprise box office success leading to the creation of a short-lived television series of the same name.

I am Inspired

One person's attitude can make a huge difference.
However, caring enough to CHOOSE 'to care' for someone each time with detachment is the key and inspiration I drew from this movie.

Trivia : Michelle Pfeiffer was pregnant during production. Although shot out of sequence like most films, it becomes apparent when methods are used to hide the actress' stomach.
Methods such as long skirts and bulky sweaters along with scenes where Pfeiffer is shown carrying large objects were used.

Celluloid Decoded: She's Out Of My League

Celluloid Decoded: She's Out Of My League: "An average looking man i.e. Jay Baruchel meets the perfect woman played by Alice Eve. However, his lack of confidence and the influence ..."

She's Out Of My League

An average looking man i.e. Jay Baruchel meets the perfect woman played by Alice Eve. However, his lack of confidence and the influence of his friends and family begin to pick away at the relationship. A 2010 release, the film did an average on scores too.

I am Inspired

I am inspired to observe, how important it is to value yourself FIRST. This single attribute makes you a 10 for those who love you.

Celluloid Decoded: Aliens in the Attic

Celluloid Decoded: Aliens in the Attic: "A 2009 American family sci-fi comedy, the plot revolves around the children in the family having to defend their vacation home. The movie ..."

Aliens in the Attic

A 2009 American family sci-fi comedy, the plot revolves around the children in the family having to defend their vacation home. The movie starrs some good performances from young talents like Carter Jenkins and Ashley Tisdale.

I am Inspired

It was a joy to 'watch' what happens when you perceive a friend in what others may see as an 'enemy'.

Trivia: A video game based on Aliens in the Attic was released in 2009. The game features the storyline of the film and is available for Nintendo DS, Wii, PlayStation 2 and Windows PC.

Celluloid Decoded: The People Vs Larry Flynt

Celluloid Decoded: The People Vs Larry Flynt: "A 1996 film, about the rise of pornographic magazine publisher and editor Larry Flynt, and his subsequent clash with the law. The film star..."

The People Vs Larry Flynt

A 1996 film, about the rise of pornographic magazine publisher and editor Larry Flynt, and his subsequent clash with the law. The film stars Woody Harrelson and is a partially idealised version of the controversial pornography publisher and how he became a defender of free speech for all people.

I am Inspired

I am amazed at the madness and chaos that goes on and how Larry Flynt deals with it, almost indifferently.

Trivia : Milos Forman (the director of the film)claims Courtney Love (the female lead in the film) showed up to their first meeting while under the influence of drugs. Just when he was going to dismiss her, he realized that Love was perfect for the role of Althea. Forman offered her the role on one condition: that Love would stay clean and undergo regular drug testing during filming. She complied. To this day, Love credits Forman with getting her off drugs which led to a career renaissance.

Celluloid Decoded: Fair Game

Celluloid Decoded: Fair Game: "Fair Game is a 2010 biographical film drama starring Naomi Watts and Sean Penn. It is based on Valerie Plame's memoir, Fair Game: My Life a..."

Fair Game

Fair Game is a 2010 biographical film drama starring Naomi Watts and Sean Penn. It is based on Valerie Plame's memoir, Fair Game: My Life as a Spy, My Betrayal by the White House.
CIA operative Naomi Watts discovers her identity is allegedly leaked by the government as payback for an op-ed article her husband wrote criticizing the Bush administration. It was released in 2010 and the film won the "Freedom of Expression Award" from the National Board of Review.

I am Inspired

Inspite of everything that happened, the marriage between two people who care and support each other and their family are honoured.
They find their strength and stand by each other and that was a moment of great inspiration.

Celluloid Decoded: Chalo Dilli

Celluloid Decoded: Chalo Dilli: "Enroute to her destination via plane, Lara Dutta (playing the role of a busy executive) gets stranded with a middle-classed fast-talking ma..."

Chalo Dilli

Enroute to her destination via plane, Lara Dutta (playing the role of a busy executive) gets stranded with a middle-classed fast-talking male i.e. the hilarious Vinay Pathak.
A 2011 release the movie scored a good average on reviews.

I am Inspired

The movie inspires me time and again to treat hurdles with a brighter attitude and ask myself, What's the big deal?

Trivia: Actress Zeenat Aman, who originally performed the song 'Laila O Laila' in the film Qurbani(1980), saw this film prior to its release and said she was happy with Yana Gupta's remake of the song and her dance number.

Celluloid Decoded: Zindagi Na Milegi Dubara

Celluloid Decoded: Zindagi Na Milegi Dubara: "Three friends i.e. Farhan Akhtar, Hrithik Roshan & Abhay Deol turn their fantasy vacation into reality after one of them gets engaged. A h..."

Zindagi Na Milegi Dubara

Three friends i.e. Farhan Akhtar, Hrithik Roshan & Abhay Deol turn their fantasy vacation into reality after one of them gets engaged.
A holiday to Spain that changes their lives forever.
A 2011 release, the movie has been given five star ratings and scores above average on reviews.

I am Inspired

Straight from Spain, the movie has a freshness and stillness as it captures the relevant happenings in the life of the three friends.
Enjoying the Tomatina festival, Skydiving, Bull racing, Diving --- all as a way to release the fear and truly let go was as inspiring as doing it myself.
Life is fun with all of this and still can continue to be without it too, was an important learning. I am inspired by the simplicity and the humour of the film.

Trivia: The La Tomatina festival shown in the movie was re-created in Bunol, Valencia, Spain with almost 16 tons of tomatoes specially flown in from Portugal.

Celluloid Decoded: Morning Glory

Celluloid Decoded: Morning Glory: "An average 2010 comedy, Rachel Mc Adams (an upstart television producer) accepts the challenge of reviving a struggling morning show progr..."

Celluloid Decoded: Going The Distance

Celluloid Decoded: Going The Distance: "A 2010 romantic comedy centered on the boyish actor Justin Long and the talented Drew Barrymore who try to keep their love alive as they s..."

Celluloid Decoded: Just Go With It

Celluloid Decoded: Just Go With It: "On a weekend trip to Hawaii, Adam Sandler playing the role of a plastic surgeon convinces his loyal assistant i.e. Jennifer Aniston to pose..."

Just Go With It

On a weekend trip to Hawaii, Adam Sandler playing the role of a plastic surgeon convinces his loyal assistant i.e. Jennifer Aniston to pose as his soon-to-be-divorced wife in order to cover up a careless lie he told to his much-younger girlfriend. A 2011 release, Just Go With It scored an average 6.5 on reviews and is a romantic comedy film.

I am Inspired

It was a wonderful experience to watch this piece of cinema. The movie signified the relevance of bonding with family through holidays for me. Hawaii is captured so beautifully in the frames, I almost felt like I was there.
I am inspired to note how important it is to move with grace, no matter what age you are.

Going The Distance

A 2010 romantic comedy centered on the boyish actor Justin Long and the talented Drew Barrymore who try to keep their love alive as they shuttle back and forth between New York and San Francisco to see one another.

I am Inspired

A truly unique story, it was delightful to observe how people are in touch with the right ones for a given period of time.

Morning Glory

An average 2010 comedy, Rachel Mc Adams (an upstart television producer) accepts the challenge of reviving a struggling morning show program with warring co-hosts Harrison Ford and Diane Keaton.

I am Inspired

I totally loved the look and feel of the movie over all.
It came very close to what the 'real' life of a television producer may be.
I am inspired by the amazing zeal of energy that seemed to be so focused, passionate and not giving uP in form of the role played by Rachel Mc Adams.

Little Fockers

Little Fockers (known as Meet the Parents: Little Fockers) is a 2010 American comedy film and sequel to Meet the Parents (2000) and Meet the Fockers (2004). In addition to the original cast, Little Fockers also features the gorgeous and young Jessica Alba.
Robert De Niro wants to appoint a successor and is on a close mission to understand if his son in law Ben Stiller has what it takes.

I am Inspired

The movie continues to keep a smile on my face through out. It is amazing to see how the actors continue their journey in their respective characters through this third sequel.