About Today: War on Films

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Today With the 86th Annual Academy Awards this Sunday evening, we've got movies on our minds as we head into the weekend. But even as we root for some of the year's biggest blockbusters and indie flicks, we can't help but notice at least one movie genre MIA in the list of nominees. That's why today's mission is to honor a group of films (and an entire About.com site!) that doesn't always get the love at the box office it often deserves. War Movies: The Rules of Engagement According to Johnny Rico, the About.com War Movies Expert, war films have a certain moral expectation and responsibility that other genres of cinema do not share. That's why he created the four major rules of war films that filmmakers should abide by when presenting these historical conflicts to the world audience. 15 Common War Film Themes The Ethical Dilemmas of War Movies Why Are There So Many Movies About World War II? Search Related Topics:  war films rules  violence in movies  10 Highest-Ranking War Films of All Time Platoon? Saving Private Ryan? Hurt Locker? See if your favorite made our list of the top 10 war movies of all time. We've also rounded up our favorite war documentaries, if that's your preference. 13 War Movies That Did Take Home an Academy Award The Best Battle Scenes on the Silver Screen 10 War Comedies That Will Actually Make You Laugh Vote: What's the Best World War II Movie? Search Related Topics:  top films  war movies  12 War Movies That Really Missed the Mark Of course, in war and in film, there are winners and there are losers. These 12 films are the losers as the weakest in the war movies genre. Sorry, Ben Affleck, but we're calling out Pearl Harbor in this one. The Most Historically Inaccurate War Films Why These 10 War Movies Are Way Too Overrated Search Related Topics:  pearl harbor  worst war films  red dawn What Are the Most Anticipated War Films This Year? We hope we've inspired you to do some more recon of this complex and compelling movie genre in the coming year. To get started, check out this list of the brand new war films hitting theaters in 2014. Why Lone Survivor Might Be the Best War Movie Ever Should You See Monuments Men? Before You Watch Unbroken, Read the Book First Search Related Topics:  upcoming movies  war films  world war ii Related Searches War Films Top Films World War 2 Germany Business Films War News Featured Articles Win $500 from About.com Home! Follow About.com on Social Media Should You Start Your Taxes? The Big Easy Guide to Mardi Gras When Can We Buy an iPhone 6? Your Guide to Women's History Month   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About Middle Eastern Food: How to Make Real Homemade Chocolate Milk

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Middle Eastern Food Middle Eastern Food Basics Easy Meals Classic Dishes From Saad Fayed How to Make Real Homemade Chocolate Milk Chocolate milk is universal. However, the way chocolate milk is made or bought isn't. In many places, bottled chocolate like Nestle is not available, so people make it the old... Read more Roasted New Potatoes Recipe Roasted new potatoes are an international staple. You'll find them in just about every type of international cuisine, but the difference is in the spices and herbs used during cooking. I discovered my love for roasted new potatoes while vacationing in Rome years ago. Often served with a roasted chicken thigh and leg, new potatoes are complementary to any meal, but do especially well with poultry dishes. Read more How to Make Basic Couscous My 5 year old loves couscous. He will take it over a Happy Meal any day and seriously requests it every single day. It's a great alternative to rice as... Read more Getting Kids to Eat Vegetables As a father of four, I think I have a solid amount of experience in childrearing. Friends, other parents, and strangers often comment about how healthily my children eat and... Read more Related Searches Eat Healthy Food Kids Food Arabic Food Recipes Food Ingredients Lebanese Food Featured Articles Middle Eastern Drinks, Coffee and Tea Middle Eastern Dips and Sauces Middle Eastern Recipes by Country Middle Eastern Food- Quick and Simple Middle Eastern Holidays and Special Occasion Food Recipes and Planning Middle Eastern Cooking Tips and Techniques   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Saad Fayed Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Middle Eastern Food newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Must Reads Middle Eastern Food Photo Gallery Recipes for Beginners Falafel 101 Hummus Recipes Perfect Kebabs Advertisement

About Today: And the Oscar Goes to....

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Today The 86th annual Academy Awards will be broadcast this Sunday, March 2nd on ABC. Whether you're a movie buff or just tuning in for the fashion, we're here to help you make the most out of award season. Want more? Follow @aboutdotcom for some fun facts about the Oscars during the live telecast starting at 6pm EST. And the Nominees Are.... Academy members had a few surprises up their sleeves when it came to voting for the 2014 Oscars. Names curiously missing from the list of nominees include Tom Hanks (who could have been a dual nominee for Saving Mr. Banks and Captain Phillips), Robert Redford, Forest Whitaker, Emma Thompson, and Daniel Bruhl. Instead of Bruhl, Jonah Hill—who hadn't received any love from critics groups or guilds—snagged a Best Supporting Actor nomination. See the full list of nominees. Which Film Should Win Best Documentary? Q&A with American Hustle Costume Designer Michael Wilkinson Who Had the Best Original Song? Search Related Topics:  oscars  academy awards  awards 20 Years of Best Actress Oscar Gowns For some folks, award shows are all about the fashion. While we can't predict who will be best dressed this year (though red carpet darling Jennifer Lawrence is sure to look flawless, per usual), we can revisit the gorgeous frocks from years gone by. The Most Outrageous Oscars Outfits of All Time The Best of Red Carpet Jewelry Search Related Topics:  oscars  christian dior  grace kelly 10 Best Picture Winners That Weren't Giving out awards for films is obviously a subjective enterprise. One person's Godfather is another's Norbit. However, many will agree that there have been some winners that simply made no sense—either because of their competition or simply because their nominations are baffling. Here are 10 Best Picture winners that didn't deserve that statuette. The Worst Oscar Winners Ever Who Votes for the Academy Awards Search Related Topics:  top 10  oscars  forrest gump Host a Glamorous Oscars Party An Oscars viewing party is your opportunity to pull out your very fanciest nibbles and drinks. While you may not be able to strut down the red carpet yourself, you can create an air of exclusivity and elegance at home. See our tips for hosting an awards season extravaganza. Hollywood Inspired Cocktails Stump Your Friends: Academy Awards Trivia Search Related Topics:  academy awards party  academy awards menus  academy awards Related Searches Oscar Awards Oscar Party Oscar Winners List Oscar Nominees Oscars Best Actor Featured Articles Follow About.com on Pinterest How to Thaw Meat Quickly 5 Vertical Garden Ideas for Small Spaces Spring Lawn Care Routines 10 Ways You Can Take Control of Your Finances Today The Most Awkward Selfies Ever   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About Desserts/Baking: Pancakes and Mardi Gras

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Desserts/Baking Desserts/Baking Baking Basics My Best Recipes Special Occasions From Carroll Pellegrinelli Homepage Email Fat Tuesday is on March 4th. It is the final day to celebrate Mardi Gras. Pancake Tuesday is also the final day of indulgence before the beginning of Lent. National Pancake Day is on the 23rd as well. Below are a few Fat Tuesday and Pancake Tuesday recipes just for you. New Orleans and Mardi Gras Desserts It's Mardi Gras time in New Orleans, which means it's also time for some memories I have of that wonderful city of delicious food and soul-lifting music. New Orleans and Mardi Gras Desserts Laissez Les Bon Temps Roulez! - Let the good times roll!   Search Related Topics:  seasonal  desserts made with liquor  special breakfast treats Pancake Tuesday Pancake Tuesday, like Fat Tuesday, is the last day of celebration before Lent when all of the flour, sugar and fats are used up to make pancakes. Making Pancakes with Photo Instructions Basic Pancakes Recipe Apple Pancakes Banana Pancakes Buckwheat Pancakes More Pancake Recipes   Search Related Topics:  pancake recipes  syrup recipes  special breakfast treats Bread Pudding Bread Pudding is one of the first desserts I had in New Orleans. Making Bread Pudding with Photo Instructions Basic Bread Pudding Tropical Bread Pudding Easy Pineapple Bread Pudding   Search Related Topics:  dessert recipes  trendy restaurant desserts  mardi gras Pain Perdue Before going to New Orleans, the only French Toast I'd ever had was made by just dipping bread into an egg wash. I had never had a French Toast like Pain Perdue where the bread is soaked overnight. Pain Perdu Fruited French Toast   Search Related Topics:  breakfast breads  cooking for company  special breakfast dishes Related Searches Baking Low Fat Desserts Desserts Pudding Recipe Breakfast Recipe Featured Articles Bananas Foster Chicory Brulee French Bread Pralines Fig-and-Balsamic Syrup Mille-Feuille All About Lent   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Carroll Pellegrinelli Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Desserts/Baking newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Try These New Recipes Low Fat Pineapple Delight From-Scratch Hot Fudge Brownie Sundae Lemon Mousse Napoleons   Follow me on: Advertisement