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Forbidden Kingdom, The

Forbidden Kingdom, The
Forbidden Kingdom, The (2008)

IMDB rating: 7.30

Plot: An American teenager who is obsessed with Hong Kong cinema and kung-fu classics makes an extraordinary discovery in a Chinatown pawnshop: the legendary stick weapon of the Chinese sage and warrior, the Monkey King. With the lost relic in hand, the teenager unexpectedly finds himself traveling back to ancient China to join a crew of warriors from martial arts lore on a dangerous quest to free the imprisoned Monkey King.

Directors: Minkoff Rob

Actors: Li Jet,Li Jet,Angarano Michael,Chan Jackie,Chan Jackie,Chou Collin,Benoit Morgan,Posobiec Jack,McDonell Thomas,Shou He Shen,Action,Adventure,Comedy,Fantasy,Romance,

Geography Questions Need within 5 minutes!!!?
Just write the letter of answer. Thanks!
1. In China people’s lives are controlled in many ways by
a. foreign countries
b. the dynasty
c. the government
d. the "Forbidden City"
2. Which is true of China?
a. It is the world’s largest country in size.
b. It is the world’s leading agricultural country.
c. It holds about 1/5 of the world’s population.
d. It/s the worlds leading manufacturing country.
3.Chinese writing uses:
a. pictures that represent letters.
b. characters that represent words or ideas.
c. an alphabet similar to Latin.
d. sounds instead of characters.
4. Mongolia has changed from a strict Communist government to:
a. a multicultural country
b. a monarchy
c. a center of big Business
d. a democracy
5. Which country is an island?
a. Macau b. Mongolia
c.Taiwan d. Tibet
6. China’s "1-country,2-system" pledge refers to:
a. Buddhism and Hinduism b. Confucianism and Daoism
c. manufacturing and agriculture d. communism and capitalism
7. The small territory of Macau was a colony of:
a. Hong Kong b. Portugal
c. China d. the United Kingdom
8. About 63% of China’s people live in:
a. rural areas b. Taiwan
c. cities and towns d. Mongolia
9. In Bhutan most of the people are:
a. subistence farmers b. fishers
c. Sherpas d. city dwellers
10. Most places in India are in a climate that most of the year is:
a. warm or hot b. cool or warm
c. cool or cold d. dry and cool
11. The main economic activity in the Maldives is:
a. tourism b. fishing
c. farming d. mining
12. Most of the people in the countries of South Asia live in:
a. inland cities b. cities and towns
c. villages in rural areas d. seaport cities
13. In 1971, after a civil war, Bangladesh gained its independence from:
a. India b. the United Kingdom
c. Nepal d. Pakistan
14. Monsoons in India and Bangladesh often cause many deaths from:
a. earthquakes b. faults
c. floods d. tidal waves
15. The capital and the largest city of the Maldives is
a. Male b. Colombo
c. Mumbai d. New Delhi
16. Bangladesh’s two major rivers are the
a. Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats
b. Ganges and Brahmaputra Rivers
c. Maldives and Sri Lanka
d. Godavan and Indus Rivers
17. Sri Lanka is famous
a. because it was the birthplace of Buddha
b. for its sapphires, rubies, and other gemstones
c. for its mountain guides known as sherpas
d. because Mother Teresa helped the poor here
18. The 1st civilization in India built well-planned cities
a. in the A.D. 700s b. about 4,00 years ago
c. in the 1500s d. during the Mogul Empire

Matching
Words:
a. New Dheli b. Mohandas Gandhi c. Jawaharlal Nehru
d. Kashmir e. Everest f. Khyber Pass g. Deccan Plateau
h. reincarnation i. Arabian sea j. aryans
Definitions:

1. important passage through the Hindu Kush
2. capital city of India
3. highest mountain in Nepal
4. India’s first prime minister
5. has sparked 3 wars between India and Pakistan
6. landmass that lies south of the Satpura Range in India
7. led a nonviolent movement to free India of British rule
8. early people who brought their traditional system lf social groups to India
9. large body of water bordering India on the west
10. Hindu belief that the soul will continue to be born

*************I would greatly appreciate it if you answer!!! I just want straight up answers. No detail. THANKYOU!!!!!!****************


1a
2d
3b
4
5a
6b
7b
9a
10a
11
12
13d
14c
15a
16b
17b
18

1f
2a
3e
4c
5d
6g
7b
8j
9i
10h

the ones i dont know are blank.
most of the answers im pretty sure of, and i used wikipedia for those i wasnt so sure for.
it’d be good if you leanr even half of this stuff. its good general knowledge :)

Nerdzilla Cindy | Dec 04, 2009

The Abominable Snowman

The Abominable Snowman
The Abominable Snowman (1957)

IMDB rating: 6.30

Plot: At a remote lhamasery in the Himalayas, scientist John Rollason studies rare mountain herbs with the help of his wife Helen, and associate Peter, while awaiting the arrival of an American named Tom Friend. Over Helen’s objections and warnings by the High Lhama, he sets out with Friend on an expedition to find the elusive Yeti, accompanied by another American named Shelley and a young Scotsman, McNee, who claims to have seen the thing. Footprints are found in the snows and McNee seems queerly affected the closer they get to their quarry’s likely habitat but the biggest shock to Rollason is discovering Friend is a showman who only intends to exploit their find, with Shelley his gamehunter-marksman. The conflict between science and commercialism only increases when an enormous anthropoid is shot, and the horror only increases as the party realizes the other Yeti intend to retrieve their fallen comrade and have powers to do so which seem extra-human…

Directors: Guest Val

Actors: Tucker Forrest,Cushing Peter,Wattis Richard,Brown Robert,Brill Michael,Morris Wolfe,Marle Arnold,Chinn Anthony,Johnson Fred,Rae John,Adventure,Horror,Sci-Fi,

I am looking for Fleece Fabric with Bumble the Abominable Snowman…..Know where I can find it?
I have been on a search for 2 years now looking for Fleece Fabric that has Bumble the Abominable Snowman from Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer Cartoon. Does anybody know where I can locate this material? I need at least 3 yards of it. Doesn’t matter if it is in a store or online, i just would love to find it. Any help would be appreciated! Thanks so much!


You’ve been looking for two years, so I don’t know if I can be of any help. If you have found any fleece with designs of other characters from the film, you might try to find out who manufactured it and when. Then go to their web site and see if you can order it directly from them.
If that doesn’t work, try some different Internet searches starting with fabric outlets, Christmas prints. Try contacting any of the fabric stores listed and talk to a representative. Even if they don’t carry it, they may know of someone who does.
You could put an ad up on Craig’s List or try eBay.
Try searching under "Bumble/Rudolph," to see what comes up.
Only suggestions, but wish you luck, and hope you get a better answer.

deb.peg1 | Nov 06, 2009


I’ve seen Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer fabric with Bumble on it. It has all the major characters on it though. I found it at Hancock Fabrics. But as for fabric with just Bumble on it, I have not seen that
Jen | Nov 06, 2009


I looked and had no luck also.. but i did see some fleece fabric that had bumble on it (with the other characters) at walmart. The only other idea i can come up with is to embroider bumble on some plain fleece fabric. good luck
babyblueangel_30 | Nov 06, 2009

Holy Mountain, The

Holy Mountain, The
Holy Mountain, The (1973)

IMDB rating: 7.80

Plot: A Christlike figure wanders through bizarre, grotesque scenarios filled with religious and sacrilegious imagery. He meets a mystical guide who introduces him to seven wealthy and powerful individuals, each representing a planet in the solar system. These seven, along with the protagonist, the guide and the guide’s assistant, divest themselves of their worldly goods and form a group of nine who will seek out the Holy Mountain, in order to displace the gods who live there and become immortal.

Directors: Jodorowsky Alejandro

Actors: Jodorowsky Alejandro,Salinas Horacio,Ferrara Juan,Kleiner Burt,Nichols Nicky,Rutowski Richard,Lomeli Luis,Chucho-Chucho,Kapralik David,Adventure,Comedy,Drama,Fantasy,Mystery,Sci-Fi,

Question about a bible verse…believers, your opinions. Non believers….some ammunition?
thoughts please. Believers, what is your excuse to this glaringly ridiculous verse?

Judges 1:19 And the LORD was with Judah; and he drave out the inhabitants of the mountain; but could not drive out the inhabitants of the valley, because they had chariots of iron.

AMAZING! God the all powerful, omnipotent being…power over all things…but not chariots of iron.

As it has been said many times before…if you want to become a non believer, all you have to do is start reading the bible.
I guess if I was in the write frame of mind and the holy spirit was with me, I would have a different interpretation of that sentence??????
God certainly seems to attach a lot of red tape in his contracts. believe in me & I will save u…as long as u continue believing in me & never do anything bad(which u are going to do anyway).What about the people who DIDNT turn away & start idol worshipping? do they get screwed too?I mean when it says all of Israel, does it mean every single israelite? Isnt that like punishing the whole class for the actions of a few?I thought your own personal works mattered,not what the other people that live in the same place you happened to be born in did?
And if the bible is not for natural man, but for spirit, then i dont need to follow it right?
Because God doesn’t control the will of man!!! All he can do is guide us. Cant control the will of man

Star Trek

Star Trek
Star Trek (2009)

IMDB rating: 8.60

Plot: A chronicle of the early days of James T. Kirk and his fellow USS Enterprise crew members.

Directors: Abrams J.J.

Actors: Pine Chris,Quinto Zachary,Bana Eric,Pegg Simon,Urban Karl,Cho John,Greenwood Bruce,Cross Ben,Yelchin Anton,Leonard Nimoy,Hemsworth Chris,Anderson Rico E.,Bartlebaugh John,Action,Adventure,Drama,Sci-Fi,

What do I do with my 20 minutes until Star Trek comes on?


jumping jacks

The Widow’s Might

The Widow's Might
The Widow’s Might (2009)

IMDB rating: 3.40

Plot: From the creators of Bubble Trouble and Heartstrings comes an all new feature-length comedy adventure! John Moore and Cameron Cavillo are buddies; aspiring filmmakers with the dream of winning the prestigious American Viewfinder film festival. When an acquaintance of Cameron’s, an elderly Widow, faces losing her home to the outrageous property taxes in her area, the Moore family takes action, along with their friends, the Morton family.

Directors: Moore John R.

Actors: Gunn Colin,Heidrick Cameron,Moore Gator,Moreland Jeff,Ramos Evan,Taylor Terry,Winters Larry,Adventure,Comedy,

After stalling for years, I finally bought a wig?
I have hair that is thin on top, forcing me to wear a super short style that does not become me at all. But I thought that wigs are hundreds of dollars and would look "wiggie". Well, I bought one online at Paula Young for 42 dollars (including shipping) and to my amazement it looks like I have always dreamed my hair would look. Luckily my hairline in the front is still pretty normal, so I just pull a few strands over it and you can see my widow’s peak and everything. And there is no fussing with it. You pretty much just put it on and you are done.
This is enormous for me since I am so paranoid about going out due to my poor appearance. It will take a little while for me to feel "safe" again I guess. But I am dressing better even around the house and practicing makeup again.
If anyone has their doubts, I would strongly urge them to do it. It might take a few tries to get the right one, but when you do, it will rock your world.


All I can say is; "Congrats on your great buy!"

Answering Engineer | Jan 27, 2010

Wolf Creek

Wolf Creek
Wolf Creek (2005)

IMDB rating: 6.30

Plot: Just when you thought it was safe to go hiking in the bushes again…along comes Mick Taylor. Kristy, Ben and Liz are three pals in their twenties who set out to hike through the scenic Wolf Creek National Park in the Australian Outback. The trouble begins when they get back only to find that their car won’t start. The trio think they have a way out when they run into a local bushman named Mick Taylor. Wait until you get a load of what Mick has in store for them. Their troubles have just begun.

Directors: Mclean Greg

Actors: Jarratt John,Phillips Nathan,Poole Gordon,O’Donnell Guy,Stevenson Phil,Revell Geoff,McPhee Andy,Sterns Aaron,Moody Michael,Reimer Andrew,Rock David,Crime,Adventure,Thriller,Horror,

What are some Australian Movies ?
I have to watch 2 or 3 Australian movies to find out about values and beliefs of the Australian Culture.
I already have a few but i would like to know more so that i have options;
1. Australia
2. Wolf Creek
3. The Castle
hope u can help :) xoxo


The road warrior.

lol
Rushevents | Feb 03, 2010


I haven’t seen it, but I’ve heard Gallipoli is pretty good.
LilyRT | Feb 03, 2010


coffin rock
e.o. | Feb 03, 2010


Crocodile Dundee’ (1986) www.imdb.com/title/tt0090555/
The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994) www.imdb.com/title/tt0109045/
Chopper (2000) www.imdb.com/title/tt0221073/
RepoBoi | Feb 03, 2010


Roadgames (1981)

Mad Max (1979)

Road Warrior (1981)

Fortress (1986)

Evil Angels (A Cry in the Dark) (1988)
Panama Joe | Feb 03, 2010


The Dish
Looking for Alibrandi
Charlie and Boots
Crocodile Dundee
Young Einstein
The Heartbreak Kid
Two Hands
Paperback Hero
Shine
Strictly Ballroom
Australian Rules
Rabbit proof fence
Jindabyne
Samson and Delilah

If I was only going to pick three out which I thought were good Australian films to use as an example I would say Australian Rules, Looking for Alibrandi and the Dish.
The Amazing Michael | Feb 03, 2010


A couple of my favourites are The Dish, Dons Party and Spotswood, although all are set in the 1960’s
Big Friendly Stranger | Feb 03, 2010


1. Gallipoli
2. Babe
3. Romeo + Juliet
4. Mad Max
5. THe devil’s Playground
6. Breaker Morant
7. Crocodile Dundee
Ironboy | Feb 04, 2010

Fall, The

Fall, The
Fall, The (2006)

IMDB rating: 8.00

Plot: At a Los Angeles hospital in the 1920s, Alexandria is a child recovering from a broken arm. She befriends Roy Walker, a movie stunt man with legs paralyzed after a fall. At her request, Roy tells her an elaborate story about six men of widely varied backgrounds who are on a quest to kill a corrupt provincial governor. Between chapters of the story, Roy inveigles Alexandria to scout the hospital’s pharmacy for morphine. As Roy’s fantastic tale nears its end, Death seems close at hand.

Directors: Singh Tarsem

Actors: Pace Lee,Pace Lee,Uylenbroek Kim,Lithgow Aiden,Gilder Sean,France Ronald,Roussouw Andrew,Huff Michael,Swanby Grant,Hostina Emil,Hostina Emil,Adventure,Drama,Fantasy,

i forgot the cd all i know is the cover has a rain drop falling into a puddle. Do you know the cd or band name?
I know this is discrete and there’s a million covers like it probably but its not jazz or anything like that
Its kinda poppy music but its guy band.
If you cant dont know its cool but i just want to know

Magic Roundabout, The

Magic Roundabout, The
Magic Roundabout, The (2005)

IMDB rating: 5.40

Plot: A shaggy, candy-loving puppy named Doogal along with a group of friends embarks on a dangerous journey in an effort to imprison their oppressor — the evil ice sorcerer ZeeBad (Zebedee’s evil twin). As the world is placed in mortal danger Zeebad who wants to turn the world to ice. Doogal and his friends must recover 3 diamonds that are needed to stop him.

Directors: Borthwick Dave, Duval Jean, Passingham Frank

Actors: Baker Tom,Evans Lee,Williams Robbie,Paradis Vanessa,Broadbent Jim,McKellen Ian,Nighy Bill,Winstone Ray,Mahmut Ediz,Hibbert Jimmy,Galabru Michel,Boon Dany,Animation,Adventure,Comedy,Family,Fantasy,

Which of these tv programmes would you say is the best?
For a project I need to know which out of these programmes is the best?

-64 Zoo Lane
-Bagpuss
-Bananaman
-Basil Brush
-Danger Mouse
-Fireman Sam
-Flintstones
-Inspector Gadget
-Itchy and Scratchy
-Magic Roundabout
-Mickey Mouse club
-Mr Bean
-Mr Benn
-Mr Men
-Paddington Bear
-Pink Panther
-Popeye
-Postman Pat
-Thomas the tank engine
-Tom and Jerry
-TopCat
-Wacky Races
-Wallace and Gromit
-Warner Bros.

Doogal

Doogal
Doogal (2006)

IMDB rating: 2.30

Plot: Legend tells of three magic diamonds that, if in the wrong hands, can be united to create a force powerful enough to freeze the sun. When the evil sorcerer Zeebad escapes from his ancient prison, he vows to exact revenge by deep-freezing the earth forever. Determined to save the world, a fellowship of four unlikely heroes band together to foil Zeebad’s villainous plot. Led by the candy-loving mutt Doogal, friends Dylan, Brian, and Ermintrude all embark on an epic adventure to save the world. In order to find the diamonds before Zeebad, they must climb icy mountains, navigate fiery pits of molten lava, sail across vast oceans and pass through a booby-trapped temple guarded by an army of ninja skeleton warriors. Along the way they learn that the most powerful weapon is their friendship - which even Zeebad’s evil magic cannot destroy.

Directors: Borthwick Dave

Actors: Tay Daniel,Fallon Jimmy,Stewart Jon,Macy William H.,Chase Chevy,McKellen Ian,Smith Kevin,Hader Bill,Edwards Cory,Krasinski John,Animation,Adventure,Comedy,Family,

xbox 360 and ps2 games…help!?
My partner and i have just got an xbox 360 and a ps2 for our christmas, we have got the best games ever but there is many a classic games out there from the original xbox and original ps2, does anyone know if you can play these original colsole games on the new ones? can u help solve our christmas day night puzzle! love doogal and ted XX


PS2 will play all PS1 games.
360 has limited backwards compatibility, mainly the big name titles (halo 2 etc)

paul m | Dec 25, 2006


I’m sure that you can. PS2 is really opened for classic games because the PS2 can play PS1 games. Now, 360? I think so.
j.michael p | Dec 25, 2006


the ps2 is backward compatible as standard but the xbox 360 needs a update which you can do from the main dashboard but not all xbox games work on the 360 only some you can find this out if you visit www.xbox.com they have a complete list happy christmas
GARY F | Dec 25, 2006


best games I’ve played on xbox 360
dead rising ( zombie game)
Gears of war
call of duty 3
enjoy!!!
fireopal1392 | Dec 25, 2006


i think ps1 games can be played on ps2.as for xbox360 there are certain games that can be played but not all.
timestoby | Dec 25, 2006


yes some of them
player_862 | Dec 26, 2006

The Brothers Bloom

The Brothers Bloom
The Brothers Bloom (2008)

IMDB rating: 7.70

Plot: Brothers - older Stephen and three years junior Bloom - have been con artists since they were kids. Stephen is the mastermind, for who the intricacy of the story used in the con is as important as the positive outcome of the swindle. Bloom is the main character of Stephen’s stories, the character he considers the anti-hero. As adults, they travel the world and never enlist the same people twice in their cons, except for their consistent sidekick, the mysterious and primarily silent Bang Bang, a Japanese woman who just appeared in their lives one day and who has a penchant for blowing things up. As Bloom hits his mid-thirties, he wants to quit the business as he is losing his own identity to that of the characters he portrays; he doesn’t know anymore what is real and what is make-believe. Stephen talks him into one last con, the mark to be the eccentric, lonely but beautiful New Jersey heiress, Penelope Stamp. Penelope’s primary past-time in life is to, as she calls it, “borrow hobbies”: when she sees something she likes, she learns how to do it solely through reading books. As the brothers go through their final con on Penelope, three main problems may occur to thwart the plan. First, the brothers’ former mentor and now arch enemy, Diamond Dog, may exact his long awaited revenge on the brothers. Second, Penelope may end up being more unpredictable than all their former marks. And third, Bloom, who has let love slip by in his life, may fall for Penelope. But through the process, no one ever really knows who is conning who.

Directors: Johnson Rian

Actors: Brody Adrien,Ruffalo Mark,Coltrane Robbie,Schell Maximilian,Jay Ricky,Gordon Zachary,Records Max,Nyman Andy,Segan Noah,Bergman Ram,Johnson Craig,Jovanovic Dubravko,Adventure,Comedy,Crime,Drama,Romance,

Where is Brecksville Ohio?
My brother has a wrestling match in brecksville and i wanted to know where tht is? is it bloom carol (ohio)


It’s a suburb of Cleveland (a very nice one!)
South of Cleveland, located at Interstate 77 and state route 82 (near Ohio Turnpike 80).

http://www.mapquest.com/maps?city=Brecks ville&state=OH&zipcode=44141&amp ;country=US

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brecksville ,_Ohio

?skyblue | Dec 23, 2009


Its somewhere in ohio.
Kelsey | Dec 22, 2009