James Horner, known for mind-blowing scores such as Titanic and Aliens, is back in action -- working with James Cameron for the scoring of his latest blockbuster, Avatar. This score is sure to turn heads. For one, you can distinctly recognize Horner's trademark sound, and when listening to it straight through you almost think you're listening to the score from Titanic until the recurring theme for Avatar brings you back into sync with what you're really listening to. The use of strings and woodwinds are the main points of familiarity, but that is where they end. Avatar's score is unique... Continue reading

So, I saw this incredible movie yesterday. Saw it in 3D, too. First 3D movie I've ever seen. I'd say it was a good choice. The environment in itself was mind blowing, and the 3D just made it that much more immersive. I cried through just about the entire thing, so much so that I cried all my eyeliner off. there were no streaks, just bare eyes. (And I wore a lot of liner that day). The characters are fantastic -- the development is realistic, the visuals are fabulous, and all in all, I'd say it's probably become my favorite... Continue reading