We may be barking mad about films, but our home has also been graced by the love of a British Blue cat called Lord Hooch, who sadly passed away after a long and healthy life. Much like the BMAF Chihuahuas are a huge part of my life so was his Lordship, so much so that I often would pretend to read the best-selling book A Street Cat Named Bob, the inspiring true story written … [Read more...]
Barking Mad About Films See Keanu Reeves Exposed!
We picked up Exposed on DVD from a charity shop, as we at the BMAF are big fans of Keanu Reeves. We first came across him in Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure where he showed great comedy skills but he will probably be best known for his big action roles from the likes of Speed; The Matrix; Point Break and most recently John Wick (oddly enough we picked this DVD up when … [Read more...]
Part Time Cinema, Seeks New Customers!
We at Barking Mad About Films love our trips to the cinema, we just don’t think you can beat a trip to the big screen. Sadly, we seem to be looking more and more like we are in the minority. Increased prices of tickets and the concessions stands and the even faster turn around of movies to DVD/BluRay/Streaming or Piracy means more people are happier to wait. Of course, … [Read more...]
The Signs That Help Choose What Film We Rewatch
What inspiration have you had to watch a film? For us, at Barking Mad About Films it could be anything. As an example, whilst out for a drive, the song Live it Up by Mental as Anything came on the radio. It’s a song I like, so much so I have it on 12-inch vinyl, not a download. I know it as being featured in the Paul Hogan Eighties classic, Crocodile Dundee, and just … [Read more...]