Let Canada Entertain You on Her Birthday

Since it's Canada's 150th Birthday today and this is a Blog dedicated to Entertainment, I thought I would dedicate a post to The National Film Board of Canada.


The NFB has been funding short filmmaking and creative endeavors that encourage Canadian culture so long and so well that the Academy Awards gave them a special Oscar. 
Short film makers funded by the NFB have won more Academy Awards than from any other country. 

So, to our friends next "door" to us (aka. America))
"Yes. Canada does have a culture uniquely her own and we thank you for noticing."
And BTW, you have a Happy Birthday too.

Below you will find several Links to the NFB and some of my personal favorite short films.

Then head over to YouTube for one of the best films about Canada's history you will ever see (even though it was made by English people).
 I've recommended and reviewed it on this blog before. 

Sincerely, Laura-Lee 


LINK "Black Fly" from NFB at YouTube

LINK "The Sweater" NFB at YouTube

LINK "Log Driver's Waltz" NFB at YouTube




LINK Film "The Trap" FREE at YouTube


NOTE: The other Links to the Trap have been deleted by YouTube, but I discovered the 2020  one. It's allowed because it's in a foreign language. HOWEVER,they have left the ENGLISH on at a good volume in the background, so you can still hear it. PLUS, a large amount of this movie is just visual because Rita Tushingham's character is mute. So go now. I hope it's still available when you've stopped by. LLR

2020 THE TRAP Free at YouTube


LINK to My Original Review of "The Trap" 

Oliver Reed & Rita Tushingham
"The Trap"

LINK The National Film Board of Canada Website

"A Moose is just a horse, made by a Committee"

"Wholesome" Movie: that CAN'T WAIT for WEEKEND

I have a feature at this blog when every Friday I recommend a great film specifically for those on their first date or are Christians and don't want graphic sex, violence, swearing called the "Wholesome Weekend Date Movie". Below is my entire list of "Laura-Lee's Requirements" that ALL the films I recommend must follow.

But before I started that I did just a regular film review of one of my all time favorite films called, "The Trap" with Oliver Reed and Rita Tushingham.

But, alas, (Yes. I say words like "alas" in real life), when I originally reviewed the film, the version on YouTube (although appreciated) was not very good and actually had several crucial minutes in the middle missing. ACK! (Yes. I say words like "ACK!" in real life too)

I have just discovered a BETTER version uploaded on YouTube. It is not only free and available immediately, but includes the part that was missing from the original YouTube upload. 

Oliver Reed portrays a French Canadian trapper who "buys" himself a bride and takes her to his cabin in the beautiful Canadian wilderness. Since I happen to BE a French-Canadian, I knew he was getting his role right, but I didn't initially know just how huge the transformation from his usual self that his performance was. 

Oliver Reed
(NOT in "The Trap")

Oliver Reed &
Rita Tushingham
(in "The Trap")

But, as with all things YouTube, you never know when something will suddenly NOT BE THERE. So I didn't want to risk waiting for the weekend. I'm also cutting this blog post short (which goes against my "long-winded" nature) so you don't waste any more time.

Walk, run or crawl to your keyboard, mouse or touchpad but see this version of "The Trap" right NOW!

Consider this my "WEEKLY random act of kindness" and I'll see you again Friday for my usual "Wholesome Weekend Date Movie"  recommendation.

LINK to "The Trap" (BETTER upload at YouTube)


Sincerely, Laura-Lee

CAUTION: As usual, "Wholesome" does not mean for children. This film has some adult themes that might not be appropriate for younger or sensitive viewers.

LINK "The Trap" MY Original Film Review


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 "The Trap" More Info (Wikipedia website)

LINK "The Trap" More Info (IMDb Website)

Promo Poster

Why are you still here? Go to YouTube NOW to see this film. 


(I give it 9 out of 10 "little Christian Fishies")

"The Trap" Full Film for FREE from YouTube

Found film "The Trap" for FREE at YouTube.

The Trap Full Film FREE from YouTube

Oscar-caliber performances by Brits, Oliver Reed & Rita Tushingham about a French Canadian trapper who buys himself a wife (struck silent when she was a child, due to witnessing a raid by Native Indians). He takes her out to his cabin in the Canadian wilderness, which she is NOT thrilled about.

She originally keeps trying to escape but gradually they start realizing how much they really need each other to survive.

This movie is definitely a MUST SEE! I give it the highest rating I give any film (9/10  *********) Also has to have a PG due to some violence but otherwise the entire family can see it.

I couldn't add it to my "Complete Films Play List" at my YouTube Channel fast enough. Go immediately and let yourself really enjoy a movie that will sweep you away by its performances & story within mere seconds.

Complete Films Play List at Laura-Lee's YouTube Channel

(Who knew Canadian history could be this exciting?   I DID!)

Love Laura-Lee

 

RATED:    9 out of 10 "little Christian Fishies" 

Oliver Reed &
Rita Tushingham