Author: Tenkmovies

The Quest – Episode 27

In this episode, Ben and I begin a long discussion about different film genres. Initially, we tackle the big picture, but soon we’ll focus on particular genres and why they appeal (or don’t appeal) to us.

When America was a young 200: A look back at 1976

In 1976, The Philadelphia Flyers played a hockey game against the Red Army team of the Soviet Union; Apple Computer Company was formed; The Seychelles were granted independence from the United Kingdom; The United States celebrated its bicentennial; The Summer Olympics took place in Montreal; The “Son of Sam” terrorized New York City; Frank Sinatra brought Dean Martin onstage at… Continue reading When America was a young 200: A look back at 1976

The Quest – Episode 25

On the eve of the 2016 football season, Ben and I combine our passion for movies with our passion for college football, particularly the Auburn Tigers.

America entered its twenty second decade: A look back at 1986

In 1986, Pixar Animation Studios opened; Halley’s Comet made its second visit to our solar system in the twentieth century; The The Legend of Zelda was released; A mishandled safety test at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant killed over 4000 people; The Space Shuttle Challenger disintegrated 73 seconds after launch; Len Bias died of a cocaine overdose 48 hours after being… Continue reading America entered its twenty second decade: A look back at 1986