[Immediately FREE] Wholesome Weekend Date Movie (Nov. 26, 2016)

With the release of Mel Gibson's latest film, "Hacksaw Ridge", there is new attention being focused on another man who was also a reluctant war hero. Alvin York.

Gary Cooper

This film, simply titled, "Sergeant York" is a wonderfully crafted film that has it all, Starring the always loveable and quintessential  "everyman", Gary Cooper, it is the story of a recent convert to Christianity who is trying to determine whether or not it's okay to kill when he is drafted into the army.   

Captivating, dramatic, tense, thrilling and often humorous, this is a film great in its simple telling of the life of an ordinary man who does the EXTRAordinary in the face of insurmountable odds. 
You do NOT want to miss this one.  

Have a good weekend, everyone.

Sincerely, Laura-Lee

LINK to "Sergeant York" at YouTube Website


LINK to Laura-Lee's YouTube Channel


LAURA-LEE'S   REQUIREMENTS:   

• Good Story
• Appeals to BOTH Men & Women
• Funny
• Witty
• Good acting
• Plot Twist
• Evokes "warm fuzzies"
• Motivates snuggling
• No Graphic Sex, Violence or Swearing
• Leaves you with good feelings/thoughts
• "Jazzed" and anxious to share it
• Available on the Internet right now for FREE (so you can watch it Immediately)

LINK to More INFO about "Sergeant York" film at IMDb Website

Sergeant York Promo Poster

Sergeant York
(another) Promo Poster

[Immediately FREE] Wholesome Weekend Date Movie (Nov. 18, 2016)

This week it's a double feature in honor of American politics (sort of).
 A "main attraction" and then the "B Movie" as it used to be called in the 'olden days'. These days we just refer to it as the "sequel". (Yes. I meant to be funny but "funny" rarely works for me).

"A hunting we will go ..." 

Unless you're a hermit, you've probably heard of our first film. "National Treasure" which stars Nicolas Cage and Jon Voight surrounded by a wonderful supporting cast including Sean Bean and Harvey Keitel as well as relative newcomers, Justin Bartha and Diane Kruger.
I loved every moment of this film as it completely swept me away in its adventure. 

Our second film is the sequel to "National Treasure" called, (aptly enough) "National Treasure: Book of Secrets" and, as well as the original cast returning, it can also boast that Helen Mirren and Ed Harris have jumped on board for this ride. 
It's not quite as "tasty" as the first one, but it does a pretty good job of satisfying our "hunger" for adventure.

Together they make for quite a spectacular double bill as we follow Ben Gates and his merry band of friends and family around the globe as they follow the clues, unravel the puzzles, commit a few crimes, make friends and enemies and learn about life, love, and family. All while searching for treasure. 

I would have featured these films sooner but finding uploads that are of a good enough quality that they don't distract you from the plot took some time. So let me also add that you haven't suddenly developed a bad case of dyslexia. The backward lettering in the films is just part of the upload.

"Being a History "Geek" ...

"... and a Bookworm ..."

"... becomes 'COOL' again"

Theses movies are a lovely blend of 
historical fact and Hollywood fiction but I will leave it to you and your "date" to debate what percentage of each the films contain.

Diane Kruger & Nicolas Cage

As always, I wish you a wonderful weekend and hope you enjoy these films.

Sincerely, Laura-Lee


LAURA-LEE'S   REQUIREMENTS:   

• Good Story
• Appeals to BOTH Men & Women
• Funny
• Witty
• Good acting
• Plot Twist
• Evokes "warm fuzzies"
• Motivates snuggling
• No Graphic Sex, Violence or Swearing
• Leaves you with good feelings/thoughts
• "Jazzed" and anxious to share it
• Available on the Internet right now for FREE (so you can watch it Immediately)

LINK to "National Treasure" at YouTube

LINK "National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets at YouTube

( A BONUS for all of you who scrolled all the way down here. 

LINKs to "Behind the Scenes" videos about "National Treasure")

LINK to "National Treasure - Behind the Scenes Interviews"

LINK to "National Treasure: Behind the Scenes. Part 1"

LINK to "National Treasure" Behind the Scenes Part 2

(Another LINK to make you aware of my "Behind the Scenes" Play List at my YouTube Channel. CAUTION: Some of the videos on this Play List may include harsher language)

LINK to Laura-Lee's "Behind the Scenes/ Making of PLAY LIST" at YouTube

LINK More Info of "National Treasure" at IMDb website

LINK to more Info "National Treasure: Book of Secrets" at IMDb

Promo Poster

Promo Poster

(To get a bit nearer to the truth about Mount Rushmore, click on this "Smithsonian" LINK)

LINK to FACTS about Mount Rushmore (Smithsonian Website)

    

[Immediately FREE] Wholesome Weekend Date Movie (Nov. 11, 2016)

Deborah Kerr  "makes time" with Trevor Howard

This week is a unique "little" film that I had never previously heard about until it was recommended to me by YouTube. 
I had no idea that a movie could so perfectly blend the elements of humor and suspense. But what is best about this movie is the captivating and stellar performance by Deborah Kerr in "I See a Dark Stranger" (1946).

She plays a young, Irish woman who decides to "sign up" in the IRA because she grew up hearing several  [ tall ] tales about her late father defeating the English almost single-handedly.

"But he is ENGLISH ! "

She leaves her small town, arrives in Dublin and ends up joining a group that is definitely against the English. But through her naivete, a series of ridiculous blunders and bad circumstances, it's actually a nest of German spies she's tumbled into and not the IRA at all. By the time she realizes what is really going on, she is up to her neck in trouble with only Trevor Howard to help her. The problem with that is  ... he is English! [GASP]

This is another story that will appeal to BOTH men and women, but this week you won't need any tissues to wipe away your tears. You'll be constantly swinging between laughing and gripping tightly to your chair (or preferably the person next to you).

NOTE:  [Once again] I caution you that lack of "graphic" scenes does not necessarily mean "safe for younger children". I'm also going to remind you to take an occasional breath while viewing this tense movie  (so you can't sue me later for not warning you adequately).

I don't have to "hope you enjoy this film" because I'm sure you will. But I always hope a good story will somehow enhance your date and your weekend.

Sincerely,  Laura-Lee 

"Just taking 'Grandad' for his walk."

LAURA-LEE'S   REQUIREMENTS:   

• Good Story
• Appeals to BOTH Men & Women
• Funny
• Witty
• Good acting
• Plot Twist
• Evokes "warm fuzzies"
• Motivates snuggling
• No Graphic Sex, Violence or Swearing
• Leaves you with good feelings/thoughts
• "Jazzed" and anxious to share it
• Available on the Internet right now for FREE (so you can watch it Immediately)

LINK "I See a Dark Stranger" at YouTube

LINK to More Info on "I See a Dark Stranger" at IMDb website

I See a Dark Stranger (Promo Poster)

LINK "Complete Films Play List" at YouTube

LINK Laura-Lee's YouTube Channel

(I always welcome you to look around my YouTube Channel. My Play Lists are full of many entertaining options)

[Immediately FREE] Wholesome Weekend Date Movie (Nov. 4, 2016)

This weekend I am back to my more regular format, but what I will do that is still a bit different is recommend two different versions of the same story.

It's called, "Of Mice and Men" and is based on the classic book of the same name written by John Steinbeck.

BOOK COVER

Directly below are the LINKS to the original 1939 version, which in my opinion is the best and also the LINK to the 1992 version, which is also extremely well made. 

"Of Mice and Men" 1939 Version

Burgess Meredith, Lon Chaney Jr.

Burgess Meredith & Lon Chaney Jr.

"Of Mice and Men" 1992 Version

Gary Sinise (Director/Actor), John Malkovich

Gary Sinise & John Malkovich

One of the things I like to encourage people who are dating to do is actually TALK to each other. So after you have seen both versions of this film, it might be interesting to discuss (not argue) about which one each of you liked the best.

Whether it's the book or a film version, this is a classic example of a story that has it ALL. What I like the most about it is it's universal themes: We all need to keep our dreams alive, we need to feel valued, our basic need to be loved unconditionally, friendship, compassion, sacrifice, and on and on.

Also, this story appeals equally to men and women. It's the ultimate  "buddy" film, but women will also find much, much to relate to as well. But it does have a few sad moments so men might have to remember the phrase, 
"I'm not crying. I've just got something in my eye."

However, [to the men] while your girlfriend/spouse is crying you will have the opportunity to do a lot of  'comforting' and demonstrate how 'sensitive' you are.
    So it's all good!


Thanks for stopping in again and I hope you all have a great weekend.

Sincerely, Laura-Lee


LAURA-LEE'S   REQUIREMENTS:

• Good Story
• Appeals to BOTH Men & Women
• Funny
• Witty
• Good acting
• Plot Twist
• Evokes "warm fuzzies"
• Motivates snuggling
• No Graphic Sex, Violence or Swearing
• Leaves you with good feelings/thoughts
• "Jazzed" and anxious to share it
• Available on the Internet right now for FREE (so you can watch it Immediately)

More Info "Of Mice and Men" 1939 IMDb Website

1939 Promo Poster

More Info "Of Mice and Men" 1992 IMDb Website

1992 Promo Poster

LINK to Laura-Lee's YouTube Channel

Don't forget to check out my YouTube Play Lists and Recommendations. I welcome "Lookie-Loos".