A bit spontaneous, perhaps?

Call us crazy, but today we're boarding a plane for a  last minute Disney vacation!  We're going all out on this one.  Staying at a Disney resort, and everything. 

Normally this week in May we are at our townhouse on the beach in Rhode Island.  However, Hurricane Sandy put a damper on those plans, and our place isn't ready.  We were pretty bummed.  This would be our last time there as a family of three, and I was really looking forward to spending that special time with Lincoln. 

Jared already had the week off from work, so I started to research flights to Orlando, fully expecting them to be outrageous.  Well, they were not at all.  $122 each way, in fact.  Not to shabby.  I told Jared about my plans, and he was immediately on board. 

We told Lincoln where we're going, but he doesn't really understand what that means.  He does however understand he's going on an airplane, and he's pretty excited about that! 

I know we've been to Disney quite a bit the past [almost] two years now, however, this will be the first vacation we are taking just the three of us...which is making it extra special.  I think it's the perfect time, especially with the new babe coming along in November. 

Also?  Today is our 6th wedding anniversary!!  Holy goodness!!  Six whole years.  Craziness!! What a fantastic week to celebrate!!


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CGI and movies: Offering the unfathomable

Whilst the classic, traditional form of cinema has typically involved live action, there's always been a growing acceptance of other forms throughout the history of the industry. In recent times, the growing acceptance of CGI has been something that can clearly be seen in numerous films that have sprung up on the big screen during the last decade.

An obvious case in point is the latest trailer for this summer's Epic. This film doesn't seem to be about using CGI for the sake of CGI. It uses CGI to achieve what couldn't otherwise be achieved, and portray the wonderful and truly unimaginable.

What is Epic?

Epic is a tale about good versus evil, set between tiny inhabitants of the magical world. If the premise is simple enough, the execution is a different matter. The trailer makes full use of the CGI, boasting the quality at every available opportunity. This is highly impressive, with the attention to detail warranting a second and third look through the all-too-brief trailer.

Whilst the film also boasts a star-studded cast, such as Beyonce and Colin Farrell, the CGI offers a more unique benefit. The world depicted is sufficiently fleshed out, offering a glimpse into something bordering on escapism. Sometimes, as cinemagoers, we get bored with gritty dramas and urban action. Sometimes it’s nice to take in something more heavily influenced by fantasy; there's a reason cinema is so closely tied with escapism.

Style and tone

Yet it’s also important not to focus on one point entirely. For all its depth and beauty, Epic also looks set to be a family-friendly and funny title. The plot and setting should appeal to children of all ages, whilst the trailer suggests more comedy and enjoyment for adults. This shouldn't be of any surprise to anyone, considering it comes from the makers of the very popular Ice Age.

Epic hits cinemas later this year in May.
 

Disclosure:  This is a guest post.

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