Beth Williamson’s Blog

Ah, Thursday again. I like Thursday because it’s a close cousin of Friday. And that, dear readers, is the coolest day of the week. My body is tired, my eyes sting, and it seems I haven’t gotten used to daylight savings time yet (grrrr). Today’s TT is an easy one that doesn’t strain my overworked brain.

I am a movie fan, big time. I love, love, love movies. Some of these you might not have seen, so if you haven’t, consider this a two thumbs up recommendation.

My Favorite Thirteen Movies

1. Princess Bride - I still crack up during the wedding ceremony. “Mawiage, mawiage is what brings us togever today…”

2. Steel Magnolias - What a wonderful cast of strong women. I bawl right along with M’Lyn at the cemetery.

3. O Brother Where Art Thou - Love the Coen brothers, this one was their best, IMHO. “Damn, we’re in a tight spot.”

4. Planes, Trains and Automobiles - Huge fan of both Steve Martin and John Candy.

5. Stage Door - my favorite Katherine Hepburn movie. “The calla lillies are in bloom again.”

6. North by Northwest - Cary Grant acting in an Alfred Hitchock movie, loved it.

7. Chocolat - A sexy, fun movie with Johnny Depp and Juliette Binoche.

8. Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl - The first movie was the best, IMO, and Johnny at his finest, not to mention Orlando Bloom. Double delight.

9. Open Range - Kevin Costner’s got my vote for best cowboy in today’s movie scene. Awesome western.

10. Hidalgo - *sigh* A western with Viggo Mortensen on a horse, need I say more?

11. Sound of Music - I’ll admit that I love musicals and this is my all-time favorite next to Seven Brides for Seven Brothers.

12. Quigley Down Under - I’ve always loved Tom Selleck, but his portrayal of a sharp-shooter in Australia was wonderful.

13. Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood - Powerful movie, wonderful cast. I read the book before the movie and enjoyed both immensely.