What Goes Around Comes Around

Chances are, you've seen Back to the Future, you've listened to some Journey, and you know what leg warmers are. Those three things basically sum up a fun, neon colored decade known as the 80's. I know what your thinking. That's in the past! Who cares about that stuff now?

Well my friend, think again. It seems like everything comes back around again for a second time in the spotlight. I just finished watching a new commercial with Matthew Broderick, where he reinacts Ferris Bueller for Honda. Don't get me wrong, I absolutely love that movie, heck, and any other 80's hit. It's just funny how things people almost forgot about come right back.   

Movies I'm looking forward to see in 2012

Last year, 2011, was a great year in movies. (The King's Speech, anyone?) Now that we are at the start of a brand new year, it's a whole new chance for great directors and actors to shine in what could be the movie of the next 366 days.

The Hunger Games- This blood pumping adventure tale, set in the not so far future, cronicles Katniss Everdeen's trials and tribulations during the annual Hunger Games, a fight to death on national television. I am super pumped for this to come out (March 23rd whoop whoop!) since I've read the books (team Peeta all the way!), and I just can't wait to see it on the big screen.

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2- Yeah, the whole vampire love story is getting a little drawn out and tiresome, but I'm still super excited for it, because I've read the books and am a fan. Plus, it'll be a whole lot more pleasant to watch now that the bloody birth scene is out of the way, am I right?

The Avengers- Okay, now how isn't this the perfect comic book movie? Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, and ScarJo wrapped up into one action packed flick! I cannot wait to see this, since I am somewhat of a superhero nerd (I mean deep down inside, who isn't?) and I absolutely love Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans.

The Perks of Being a Wallflower- I've just recently read this book, and I loved it. It was wonderfully written, and I just couldn't put it down. So, I'm so ready to see this, especially since it has the lovely Emma Watson, and the couldn't-get-better-looking Logan Learman (Percy Jackson) as the stars. This tale of a somewhat depressed teen is going to hopefully snag some Oscars this year, because I know the book sure deserves some awards.     

Puss in Boots is the Cat's Meow

Puss in Boots is the spin off tale of the small but mighty cat whom we adored from the Shrek movies. Now, no ogre in sight, Puss (Antonio Banderas reprising his role) sets off on his own adventure- with the help of Humpty Dumpty (Zach Galifanakis) and another fiesty feline, Kitty, played by Salma Hayek.

Set in far ago Spain, we first meet Puss running away from another one of his countless enemies- being an outlaw requires such. But when he finds himself in a bar with men telling tales of magic beans, and saying that they exist, opens up a whole new adventure for Puss, since he's been dreaming of finding them since his days as a kitten.

Filled with laughs and tons of fun, this movie put a smile on my face, without the help of a talking donkey.

How to Watch Movies in 2011

NICOLE MARTINS

Cypress Bay High School

The art of the film has expanded from a short series of still images to major motion pictures. Along with this change came the transformation in how audiences watch movies.

Today, virtually any film ever created is available through a few clicks. Movies that once could only be watched in a theater can now be enjoyed from a variety of mobile devices or through physical renting. The choice is yours:

Blockbuster

Blockbuster popularized video/DVD renting and the idea of "borrowing" movies. The company, now in the process of declaring bankruptcy, pioneered the system of low rates and late fees for customers missing return deadlines. Stores around the nation are quickly closing, but those that have survived the financial problems continue to provide a fairly extensive selection of movies. The company recently expanded to include standalone kiosks and DVD-by-mail methods of renting with Blockbuster.

Redbox

For a $1 a night, Redbox provides recent releases through standalone kiosks located in grocery stores, convenience stores, pharmacies, restaurants, etc. With more red-colored machines showing up all through out the country, Redbox is proving itself to be a major competitor in the rental business due its convenience.

Netflix

Netflix took out one step from the classic renting process by allowing movie deliveries through the mail. The introduction of a catalog of movies and plans entirely on the Internet allowed customers to choose the exact movie renting experience they wished for in the comfort of their own home. They eliminated late fees and launched instant streaming capabilities, partnering up with companies like Playstation and Nintendo. Netflix users can stream movies from their gaming consoles or other entertainment devices. iPhone and iPad apps are also available.

iTunes/Vudu/On Demand

At varying prices, these services allow instant download of nearly any movie directly to your TV. Customers can choose visual/audio quality of download and with corresponding rates.

"Other" Methods

Illegal downloading...

Teenlink readers, how do you rent and watch your movies?