Tag Archives: Movies

“The Seventh Seal” by Ingmar Bergman

A poetic classic film for contemplating death and mortality
Posted on September 16, 2023 by Erin Fleming (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

I would like to begin this post by saying that I do NOT recommend “The Seventh Seal” to anyone who is grieving, nor those coping with the impending loss/current illness of a loved one.

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“My Heart Will Go On” by James Horner and Will Jennings

The theme song of "Titanic" offers hope and inspiration
Posted on October 5, 2017 by Debra L. Stang (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

It was the winter of 1997, and the surprise hit in movie theaters was “Titanic.” Almost as popular as the movie was the hit song, “My Heart Will Go On.” The song is basically a love letter from a woman … Continue reading →

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The Death of Film Critic Roger Ebert

A Life Dedicated to Loving Movies
Posted on April 4, 2013 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Today’s headlining story of The Chicago Sun Times truly marks the end of an era: the death of beloved film critic Roger Ebert at the age of 70. Earlier in the week, on his blog, Ebert had professed to struggling with … Continue reading →

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“Death is a natural part of life. Rejoice for those around you who transform into the Force. Mourn them do not. Miss them do not. Attachment leads to jealously. The shadow of greed, that is.”

- Yoda
Posted on June 14, 2011 by Aurora Wells (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
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“Random Hearts”

A mediocre film poignantly captures the experience of tragedy
Posted on April 11, 2011 by Suzette Sherman (Founder, SevenPonds)

After suffering a personal tragic loss, I stumbled on the film “Random Hearts” one sleepless night. Despite expectations as low as my eyelids, I soon found myself riveted. “Random Hearts” quickly tapped into all the emotional repercussions one experiences following … Continue reading →

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We Pause in Memory of Elizabeth Taylor

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Suzette Sherman (Founder, SevenPonds)

It saddens me to announce that at age 79, Elizabeth Taylor passed away; and along with her, part of my American childhood also passed. Elizabeth Taylor was an icon to women of our generation. The first time we saw those famous … Continue reading →

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