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My husband and I just love Andrea Bocelli. His tenor voice is just so soothing, he always chooses the perfect talent to accompany him. This is why I was so excited about his new Album Cinema! One thing I love about the CD is that Bocelli recorded his songs in five different languages: Italian, French, Spanish, English and Sicilian. That talent I was talking about…in this album he has partnered with Arianna Grande, Nicole Scherzinger & Veronica Berti.
Bocelli always puts his own spin his songs and this is another one of the things I love about this album! He did this with some of the classic hits from the movies. It’s the same songs we already know and love just done with Bocelli’s magical spin that makes me love it even more.
Cinema features a collection of movie songs etched in the culture and hearts of several generations including epic theme songs featured in films such as “Doctor Zhivago”, “Love Story”, “The Godfather”, “Life is Beautiful”, “Gladiator”, “The Postman”, “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” and many more, as well as popular songs from stage musicals, immortalised by their film versions, such as “West Side Story” and “Evita.”
My favorite song…even though its so hard to pick a favorite…was the E PIU’ TI PENSO duet with Ariana Grande. It was simply stunning and left me wanting more of them together.
“With the album ‘Cinema,’ I’m fulfilling a wish that I’ve harboured for decades. I’ve never made a secret of my dream of bringing to life a recording project associated with soundtracks, as I truly believe that it’s an exceptional artistic treasure trove.
It’s an area that has always fascinated me: the scores written for films are very free and potentially very creative. A vast grassland where the composer can roam as he pleases, whatever his inspiration, where he can experiment without having to submit to the norms of the classical song (based on the sequence requiring two strophes, one short instrumental passage, one strophe, one short instrumental passage), or to a theme that is necessarily the conventional one, relating to love.
If films are a “dream factory”, the music that supports them embraces these dreams and heightens all of the magic and emotional vitality. My invitation, my token is for these immortal “classics” to merge with the experiences, with the most precious memories, with the emotions of every listener, to become the inimitable soundtrack to their life.” – Bocelli
Cinema Track Listing:
1) MARIA from ‘West Side Story’
2) LA CHANSON DE LARA from ‘Doctor Zhivago’
3) MOON RIVER from ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’
4) E PIU’ TI PENSO duet with Ariana Grande from ‘Once Upon a Time in America /Malèna’
5) BE MY LOVE from ‘The Toast of New Orleans’
6) THE MUSIC OF THE NIGHT from ‘The Phantom of the Opera’
7) BRUCIA LA TERRA from ‘The Godfather’
8) POR UNA CABEZA from ‘Scent of a Woman’
9) NO LLORES POR MÍ ARGENTINA duet with Nicole Scherzinger from ‘Evita’
10) L’AMORE È UNA COSA MERAVIGLIOSA from ‘Love is a many splendored thing’
11) MI MANCHERAI from ‘Il Postino’
12) CHEEK TO CHEEK duet with Veronica Berti from ‘Top Hat’
13) SORRIDI AMORE VAI from ‘La vita è bella’
14) HISTORIA DE AMOR from ‘Love Story’
15) OL’ MAN RIVER from ‘Show Boat’
16) NELLE TUE MANI (NOW WE ARE FREE) from ‘Gladiator’
I participated in the Andrea Bocelli “Cinema” album review program as a member of One2One Network. I was provided an album to review but all opinions are my own.
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So I’m sure you guys have heard of this new little show on ABC called Fresh Off The Boat…we’ll we were lucky enough to have been able to screen the first 4 episodes before they hit the air (trust me you’ll love them) as well as interview the Writer/Executive Producer Nahnatchka Khan & Co-Executive Producer Kourtney Kang as well as the boys Forrest Wheeler (Emery) and Ian Chen (Evan).
It’s the ’90s and 12-year-old, hip-hop loving Eddie (Hudson Yang) just moved to suburban Orlando from DC’s Chinatown with his parents (Randall Park and Constance Wu). It’s culture shock for his immigrant family in this comedy about pursuing the American Dream. Fresh Off the Boat is based on Chef Eddie Huang’s memoir Fresh Off the Boat.
There are many things that I love about Fresh Off the Boat…it is so nostalgic for those of us that grew up through the 90’s. From the pop culture references, to the music, hobbies and clothes, I love the “throw back” that Fresh Off The Boat brings. But I also love that while it is about an Asian American family (yes, a show that is finally giving Asian Americans their voice) its more than just about an Asian families struggle in a new environment…it really will touch home to anyone who has started a new somewhere or felt like an outcast…I know both of these all to well and can really connect with the show in these ways.
Fresh Off the Boat co-Executive Producer Kourtney Kang (left) & Executive Producer Nahnatchka Khan (Photo: Silvia/Mama Latina Tips)
Nahnatchka Khan & Kourtney Kang were super personable and just as excited as we were about the interview & the show. It was cool to hear the story of how the show came to be…Nahnatchka was sent the book “Fresh Off The Boat”, by another executive producer, which is the real Eddie Huang’s memoir. Nahnatchka thought the part in the book where the family moves to Orlando from DC’s China Town to open a Steak House would make a great television show. She pitched to a few different networks and ABC picked it up.
Nahnatchka can relate well to the show, both of her parents were raised in Iran and her brother and her were born here. She had one of those experiences growing up that most do when you’re from an immigrant family, where you have to explain things and be the bridge between “old school and the new school” and explain things that other people’s parents already understand.
I remember KFC was a big — My Mom didn’t understand that you would pay for food that came in a bucket
Can you relate?
Nahnatchka & Kourtney both said that while the story as a whole with the Huang family moving to Orlando is based on true events, the daily happenings of the family are from the creators of the show. The writers and producers all offer up bits and pieces of their lives for inclusion in the show, which is why it’s so relatable. The stories come from the people writing it.
FRESH OFF THE BOAT – “Success Perm” – Family rivalry spirals out of control when Jessica’s sister, Connie, and her far more affluent husband come to visit. The Huangs try to convince everyone they’re doing great financially, when nothing could be further from the truth. Meanwhile, Eddie is excited to be reunited with his cousin Justin, who introduced him to hip hop, until he learns the kid has moved on to grunge, on “Fresh Off the Boat,” TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 (8:30-9:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network. (ABC/Gilles Mingasson) Shown: CONSTANCE WU, RANDALL PARK
Tonight in Episode 2 you will see this come more to life, where the Huang families neighbor Honey is ostracized and she’s from here.
That’s what I think is so neat about the Show is because even though it’s like this sort of like Asian thing, it’s really about this like broader sense of you know, not feeling so much like you’re a part of things. – Kourtney Kang
Can you relate now?
FRESH OFF THE BOAT – “The Shunning” – When the cul-de-sac plans a block party to celebrate NASCAR, Louis urges the family to use the event to make new friends (and promote Cattleman’s Ranch Steakhouse). But Jessica has problems fitting in, especially after she befriends a beautiful trophy wife the roller blade moms don’t like. Meanwhile, Eddie schemes to win the respect of the neighborhood kids, in the time-period premiere of ABC’s new comedy series “Fresh Off the Boat,” TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 (8:00-8:30 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network. (ABC/Nicole Wilder) Shown: HUDSON YANG, LEAIRE GEORGE, FORREST WHEELER, ELOISE ESTEVEZ
Then we talked about finding and working with the boys. They say it was pretty tough and they had open casting calls all across the country…They found Forrest and Ian locally (In LA) and found Hudson who plays Eddie, from a tape he submitted of himself. He’d never done anything before.
There was a lot to learn and figure out when working with kids. They use the term “Pumpkining” when working with children…
It’s based on, obviously, Cinderella but it’s a term when you’re shooting that the kids “Pumpkin” at a certain time.
Can’t work pass that time, and since Ian is younger, he Pumpkins sooner. They said that the boys bring their unique perspective to the script because they say it in a different way that the producers never thought or intended and it just makes it feel real and brings it all to life.
The boys were so cute and excited just to be a part of the show. Forrest said his favorite part is just seeing himself on TV…while Ian enjoys working on the set and playing around afterwards. Both of them have had prior experience acting in commercials and appearances on shows like Grey’s Anatomy (Ian) & New Girl & Community (Forrest)…Both of the boys are putting their pay into college funds, which they didn’t seem too upset about…smart move on moms part if you ask me!
When asked if their characters on the show are in any way like them Forrest, who is 10, answered:
Yes. The only difference between Emery and me is that, uh, I don’t have girlfriends yet.
Ian’s, who is 8, answer was quite different:
uh, maybe, a tiny bit. Some of the reasons are really tiny, first of all, I do not tattletale. I don’t really tell on anybody because, well, I’m the big brother and I have a baby brother.
How can you not love them?!
When asked what they like most about acting they said that they both enjoy meeting new people and checking out the different departments on the set…operating the boom, camera, etc. You can tell they have both really bonded over the course of shooting & have the same goals when they grow..to be an entrepreneur and own their own business.
They have shot all 12 episodes for this season and are excited to see the publics reaction to this Fresh new show.
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Fresh Off The Boat can be found on ABC on Tuesdays and 8/7 central!
Have you caught an episode yet? What are your thoughts?
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Bring the party home when the hit animated comedy, The Angry Birds Movie, debuts onto digital July 29th & Blu-ray / DVD Combo Pack, 4K Ultra HD / Blu-ray 3D combo pack and DVD Aug 16th from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. Based on the most downloaded app of all time, the film takes us to an island populated entirely by happy, flightless birds – or almost entirely. In this paradise, hot-headed Red, speedy Chuck, and the volatile Bomb have always been outsiders. But when the island is visited by mysterious green piggies, it’s p to these unlikely outcasts to figure out what the pigs are up to in order to save their home.
BUY THE ANGRY BIRDS MOVIE
Bonus Content:
Blu-ray, DVD, Digital:
Bonus Scene; “Chuck’s Rescue”
The Blake Shelton Music Video “Friends”
Symphony Mode: Allows viewers to play the movie without all the squawking, just the music
Photo Gallery
Blu-ray & Digital:
Short “The Early Hatchling Gets The Worm”
Deleted scenes
Series of fun mini-movies featuring the Hatchlings
Five additional featurettes including:
Dance Along Birds and Pigs
Crafty Birds
Meet the Birds
Meet The Pigs
Meet the Hatchlings
Fans can unlock more content by syncing the Angry Birds Action! app with the audio on the blu-ray or digital version of the movie. The Angry Birds Action! app movie integration will also extend to retail where fans can unlock an augmented reality Hatchlings selfie feature by scanning “bird codes” on in-store signage.
Lots of Laughs!
I’m not going to lie, we thought an Angry Birds game turned movie would be a bit hokey. But I tell you what…from the get go we were laughing out loud! The laughs didn’t stop and neither did the action. This movie kept both the kids (yes even the teen!) and adults entertained through the whole movie, which doesn’t happen often! My boys have watched it over and over and laugh out loud every time. I think Chuck is my favorite…While my boys like Terence & Bomb.
If you haven’t seen it I suggest you do! It is a funny action filled movie the whole family will love!!
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Camping with wine can be cumbersome. But glamping with wine? Now that’s nothing short of luxurious. Described as “the art of camping with five-star amenities,” glamping provides a great opportunity to get out of town and get back to nature without leaving your favorite Tuscan blends (or running water) at home.
So in the spirit of vacationing in style, we’ve paired 5 of our favorite U.S.-based glamping destinations with 5 first-class wines fit for a five-star resort:
The glampsite: Ranch at Rock Creek in Philipsburg, Montana
The wine: Masciarelli Villa Gemma Bianco IGT (SRP $18)
This 6,600-acre luxury guest ranch can be found in Montana’s breathtaking Big Sky country. Whether you spend your days hiking in the mountains or soaking in the spa, rest assured you’ll come home to happiness in a bottle by way of Mascirelli’s Villa Gemma Bianco — a flowery blend of Trebbiano and Chardonnay offering fresh notes of apple and jasmine.
The glampsite: Mustang Monument in Wells, Nevada
The wine: Luce Lucente (SRP $29)
This eco-ranch is home to a handful of 300-square-foot tipis adorned with plush leather chairs, hardwood floors, and custom-made beds. The only way to make this glamping experience more luxurious is with a bottle of Luce’s Lucente — a superb blend of Merlot and Sangiovese known for its velvety palate, sweet spices, and supple fruits.
About Lucente:
Lucente 2013 displays a vibrant purple-red colour. Its rich, intense bouquet releases black cherry and wild berry, enriched with fascinating notes of pungent spice. The palate is smooth, with fi ne-grained tannins and an underlying impression of crisp balsam. Overall, this wine is complex, forceful, and elegant.
The glampsite: Autocamp in Santa Barbara, California
The wine: Frescobaldi Ammiraglia Vermentino (SRP $18)
No five-star campground would be complete without a vintage airstream trailer, handcrafted Adirondack chairs, and pastel-colored beach cruisers. Cap off your leisurely Santa Barbara bike ride with a bottle of Frescobaldi Vermentino — a crisp and refreshing white wine with soothing notes of citrus, pear, honey, and almond.
The glampsite: The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch in Saratoga, Wyoming
The wine: Avignonesi Rosso di Montepulciano DOC (SRP $19)
Embody what it truly means to get back to nature with a weekend stay at this glamping resort & spa located at the base of the spectacular Sierras. Get cozy around the outdoor fire pit as you share adventure stories over a bottle of Avignonesi’s Rosso di Montepulciano — a biodynamically produced Sangiovese bursting with bright aromas of strawberry, raspberry, and pomegranate.
The glampsite: TreeHouse Point in Issaquah, Washington
The wine: Attems Cupra Ramato Pinot Grigio (SRP $19)
Glamp amongst towering trees, lush plants, and babbling brooks in this enchanting adult treehouse. Soak in the mountain views as you toast to the joys of summer with a glass of Attems Pinot Grigio — a distinctive copper-colored wine marked by a floral and fruity bouquet.
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I grew up watching Wallace and Gromet and was excited to share the fun of claymation with my kiddos. So when they came out with the new Shaun The Sheep movie, we were all excited to see some new claymation come out. This all-new special Shaun The Sheep video has plenty of adventure and fun packed into it’s 59 minute run time. My little guys were laughing and loving every minute of it.
When the Farmer and Bitzer go to a country fair, Shaun decides to tag along for the fun and finds himself crafting a brilliant plan to bring three exotic and witty llamas back home to Mossy Bottom Farm. Shaun is delighted with his new friends and believes that the llamas are just what the flock needs to spice up their lives. At first everything is fun, exciting, and silly, but soon their new llama roommates get a bit too wild in their new home.
Bonus Features
Meet the Llamas
The Director’s Perspective
Behind The Fleece
2 Bonus Episodes:
Cheetah Cheater
Zebra Ducks of the Serengeti
Packed with laughs, fun characters and the type of zaniness that only Aareman can create, Shaun the Sheep The Farmer’s Llamas is a must-own for the entire family! this release also has bonus DVD episodes and special features. Bring home this wacky adventure on DVD and Digital HD June 14th!

What is the best part about Halloween? The pumpkin carving? The costumes? The free candy? All are amazing, but whether you are the bunch that loves dressing up and scaring the neighbors or you plan to stay-in, Warner Bros. has a line-up of Spook-Tacular Movies to get you in the holiday spirit. From classics like It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown & Scooby-Doo The Goblin King to Adventure Time – Jake the Dad, you can count on a spook-tacular selection that the entire family can enjoy! Before you and the kids take the neighborhood by storm, get in the mood by sharing some spooky stories! Download copies of the Spook-Tacular Story Time PDF, fire up the flashlights, and gather in a circle….. this Halloween it’s STORY TIME! Perfect for kids ages 7 to 73! Each household is only eligible to win 1 WB Spook-Tacular Family Movie [CHOSEN AT RANDOM] via blog reviews and giveaways. Only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Winner is subject to eligibility verification. The prize will be sent via FedEx or USPS. No P.O. Boxes please. I am working with Warner Bros. for this giveaway & Warner Bros. supplied these materials for your enjoyment.
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