Sunday 11 August 2013

Film Review - The Lone Ranger by Joan Fleming at 8digital...

Lawyer John Reid (Armie Hammer) strikes up a partnership with Comanche Indian Tonto (Johnny Depp). 

Reid is on a mission with his brother and the Texas Rangers to capture notoriously ruthless Butch Cavendish whose penchant is to eat his victims. When the mission goes wrong, and Reid is left for dead, he pursues the bad guys with the help of the unconventional and sometimes unintelligible Tonto.

The film gallops into being with horse chases, train wrecks and some laughs. You are left breathless and exhausted in the beginning with relentless spectacular stunts and effects but unfortunately it was derailed with it's tired script. 

The Pirates of the Caribbean team of Gore Verbinski and Jerry Bruckheimer undoubtedly pushed all thoughts of failure to the side and threw everything at this noisy boys' movie. 

It plays like a franchise, a theme ride, a way to stretch the income out into Lone Ranger 2 and 3, losing focus and failing to connect with the audience. It's a technical masterpiece within a tired $250,000,000 formulaic framework and it's a great shame.

Opening weekend in the States took $29,210,849 (USA) (5 July 2013) with a current gross of $85,321,430 (USA) (26 July 2013) proving that audiences are ready for something different. 

The best moments were those featuring the white horse and the quirky one legged Helena Bonham Carter deserved more screen time. 

At 2hrs and 29 minutes its a long film for the kids. A 12A rating with some gory bits so be warned. 

Best seen at the cinema for the effects - Rating – Mediocre" 

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Sunday 28 July 2013

Health and Wellbeing - Article #1 - What is Holistic Therapy?

Here's our first article from Lynsey Ritchie Holistic Health & Beauty who is our correspondent in our Health and Well-being Category. 

" Hi Everyone, Lynsey Ritchie here with my first article for My Town Homepage. 

So, What is Holistic Therapy?


This is usually the first question I am asked when I mention my job, so I thought it a good starting point to clear this one up!

The truth is it’s a broad subject area – it can be as down to earth as a massage for achy shoulders or as “out there” as naked yoga and chanting. What it boils down to is that “Holistic” therapy means any form of treatment which aims to have benefits on the mind, body and soul, or in other words the “whole person”.

Holistic treatment is a way in which you can influence your own health and wellbeing, and really make changes to how you feel or look by getting to the cause of the problem and not just treating the symptoms on the surface. For example if you have a skin issue such as blemishes, you can have a facial to treat the skin on that day, but it will have much greater benefits to have a full consultation looking at skin type analysis, skin care routine, diet, stress at work, general and inner health solutions so that you can also treat the skin from within. 

A trained experienced holistic therapist can help you identify changes you need to make in order to feel and look better; letting go of tension can take years off the complexion! 

Sleeping well, releasing stress from the body and mind and having better posture through release of tight muscles can improve confidence and give you a spring in your step. 

It’s always healthy to “off load” worries and stress, big or small and most people, after a chat and a holistic therapy session, find they experience a renewed positive and lighter outlook. Some of my clients describe the experience as a mini holiday which is a pleasure to provide. 

The holistic therapy that I practice can also be called complementary therapy, as it aims to complement mainstream healthcare but does not set out to replace traditional medicine. Therapies such as reflexology and acupressure massage have been shown to be of benefit to many chronic conditions such as bowel disease, depression and anxiety and other stress related illnesses and can be used as part of a programme of condition management to alleviate symptoms. 

Above all else holistic therapy is indulgent and pleasurable! Whether it’s a spa therapy for a body boost, a Thai pedicure for feet that feel as lovely as they look or a regular hot stone massage to ease the stress of modern living, one thing is guaranteed – you can’t feel bad when you’re feeling so good!" 

What did you think of Lynsey's article? Please leave a comment below.  Also, let us and Lynsey know if you have any questions or queries or topics that you'd like her to deal with in future articles. 

Finally, if you're an expert, or you know of one, and you'd like to be a contributor for us on your area of expertise just get in touch with us for a chat.

Sunday 14 July 2013

New Arts and Crafts Correspondent Joins My Town Homepage...

As part of our quest to bring you the best local information we're delighted to welcome local arts and crafts expert Claire Potter to our team. Claire will be giving you lots of regular updates on the local arts and crafts scene as well as lots of tips and hints. 

"Hi there, I'm Claire Potter from Butterfly Kisses & Wishes.

Raised in Greenock and now living in Port Glasgow. I am thrilled to be part of a fantastic team bringing you lots of hints, tips and advise. My passion is Arts & Crafts. 

You can find me sitting in my little makeshift studio with some paper, a scalpel and lots of chocolate. My paper cuts are created using my imagination, a surgical scalpel and A LOT of patience.

After crafting for over 10 years I have worked with many mediums such as, beads, felt, card, paint (acrylics, oils, water) and wood to name but a few so my knowledge is vast.

Each week will be something new for us all...pictures to discuss and admire, local art/craft businesses, DIY hints and tips. I am so excited!...."





Friday 12 July 2013

Nicola Creen - Beauty and Modelling - Our First Expert Contributor to Inverclyde Magazine

Hello everyone, my name is Nicola Creen of the Nicola Creen Model and Make Up School

I am very excited to be writing my article every week for this great local Page! Born and bred in Greenock myself, I always take pleasure in doing what I can to be involved in the community. 

I am a qualified, professional make-up artist with many years of experience. I am also a professional and experienced Model. I have worked very hard and it has paid off as I was selected to be a finalist last year in London's Top Model UK. Later that year I went on to be crowned Miss Scotland Caledonia Winner 2012. 

I have met lots of wonderful people along the way...more recent success stories include being appointed official host for Aberdeen Fashion week and of course my school.Nicola Creen Model and Make Up School


I have taken everything I have learned and introduced excellent model and make-up courses. The courses are available to male and female students from the age of 2 up to 25 years! I cover Glasgow City Center and the West of Scotland. 

I focus a lot on confidence building etc and can also offer help on that. I will be bringing you up to date every week with the latest beauty trends, offering tips and advice on how to look and feel your best. I can't wait! ....



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