Most societies have folklores and legends of witches, werewolves, Sasquatch, and creatures that walk amongst us. The Navajo Indians or Deni' people have Skinwalkers. They are those who trot along here and there on all fours, those who change skins depending on powers they seek, those who follow the 'Witchery Way', the ones that the Navajo people defer from talking about for fear of reprisal. The Skinwalkers are the Witches Witch, the Highest Priest or Priestess who turns evil, who practice cannibalism and necrophilia, those who are no longer human - but are … [Read More...]
“Steph, can you come down here, please?” My mom’s voice echoed up the stairs. “I’m coming.” I shouted back down. I took the steps two at a time. “What?” I asked her. She was sitting on the couch, legs crossed. My eye sight swept the room quickly, scanning for something I might have forgotten to do. I noticed Dad wasn’t in the room. “Where’s Dad?” I asked absent-mindedly. “He’s with Grandma.” She answered. “Okay? Is something wrong?” “Sit down, Stephenie.” Oh, no I thought to myself this isn’t good. “Your dad and I should have told you sooner.” she started … [Read More...]
Twilight the movie is a romantic film based on the novel, also entitled Twilight, written by Stephenie Meyer and published in 2005. Twilight is the first of the series of novels by Meyer. The movie, directed by Catherine Hardwicke, was released in US theaters on the 21st of November, 2008. The midnight viewing alone made more than 7 million US Dollars in ticket sales. In May 2009, the Twilight movie had already grossed over 382 million US dollars worldwide. The story takes place in Forks, Washington. Isabella Swan, known to her friends as Bella, moves to … [Read More...]
The Hunger for Blood Why does the idea of a vampire sucking one's blood so offend our sensibilities? Extreme hunger in the past has forced people into committing canabalism. We, as humans, are carnivorous and eat other species. Still, when vampires are portrayed, the innate horror is felt by humans just observing it, as in a movie. One has to go further into the motivations of the creatures to come closer to understanding their aberrant behavior. "Dracula" has an underlying theme of the vampire trying to search for love again after losing it, prior to … [Read More...]
Vampires have been sprouting up in unusual places since the release of Stephenie Meyers Twilight Saga. I recently received a report as of yesterday by a girl only identified by her first name of Taylor that vampires are roaming the halls of Westwood Middle School in Gainesville. I usually don't pay much attention to such reports but given the specifics of the case has given me pause for thought. Just what do these vampires want? She stated they were particularity concerned about their sharp teeth, hopefully they have good dental hygiene habits. Ensuring … [Read More...]
Lodging in Forks With the release of Stephenie Meyer's Twilight Saga, Forks has become the best place to visit for Twilight Fans. Mark September 13 on you calendars, which is Bella's birthday, each year many fans come to celebrate the Stephenie Meyer's Day in Forks. The Twilight landmark sites to see include the Forks High School, Forks Outfitters, Forks Hospital, La Push and many other locations. If that wasn't enough get your picture taken next to Bella's red truck, see Dr. Cullen's hospital parking space. Hungry for a bite? Stop in … [Read More...]
"Twilight 5" Progress Hindered By Salary Disputes The studio that produces the "Twilight" vampire saga seems to be suffering from a lack of enthusiasm for getting the 4th installment signed. Summit Entertainment is ready to finalize deals with Kirsten Stewart (Bella Swan), Robert Pattinson (Edward Cullen), and Taylor Lautner (Jacob Black). Director Bill Condon is already signed to complete the "Breaking Dawn". Both films are scheduled to be shot back-to-back beginning in the Fall, to be released in November 2011 and Summer 2012 by latest … [Read More...]
Anna Kendrick is a well-acclaimed Broadway actress. She was born in 1985 and began acting at the age of ten years old. She is a beautiful brunette who lights up a room with her smile. She has appeared in several movies and stage productions. She is one of the youngest actors to have been nominated for a Tony Award. She has also been nominated for a Fany award and a Drama Desk Award. She appeared in the musical The Marc Pease Experience where she showed off her singing ability. Two of Anna’s most well known rolls have been as Natalie Keener in Up in the Air … [Read More...]
In the "Time of Beginnings", Kweeti traversed the whole world. The first person he met was a white man. At that time the whites were innocent and un-educated. Kweeti taught this man how to dig metal (mammook mola) and many new things. Shortly he came to know everything that white people know now. In addition, Kweeti said to the white man that when he chose to marry, he must claim only one wife and not pay for her. Kweeti next came to Beaver, who was sharpening a stone and singing. Kweeti asked him what he was doing. Beaver, who by this time had made the … [Read More...]
Quileute legend may contain on occasion customary customs of day-to-day life and even comprise spiritual or mythic elements. In the beginning, the Quileute had no form of writing so every legend had to be communicated orally from generation to generation so as to preserve and record their history. There can be both a moral and psychological theme to the work, in addition to entertainment value, depending on the nature of the storyteller, the manner of the telling, the ages of the audience members, and the overall context of the performance . The … [Read More...]