Ridley Scott Releases a Robin Hood Prequel

In Films by Brock Bourgase

Robin Hood combines strong action sequences with memorable performances from the lead actors. It is probably more of a medieval action film than a tribute to the folktale because the plot covers how Robin Longstride became a legend. There is not much devoted to the mythical feats such as splitting an apple with an arrow or steal from the rich to give to the poor. However, the film is successful because it provides motivation for Robin’s actions. Returning to England after the death of Richard the Lionheart in France, Robin evolves from a brave archer to a man of conscious …

Common Sense

In Off the Court by Brock Bourgase

Common Sense begins with the opinion that representative democracy is simply the extension of the Welch House meeting where all residents would convene to determine matters of utmost importance. This small meeting expands to become the Trinity College Meeting, which becomes the Joint College Meeting. Finally, the population becomes so large that it is impractical for everyone to convene in one place at a single time and individual constituencies elect one of their own to represent them. If the representative is typical of the citizens, he will faithfully advance their interests — because they are his interests. If the representative …