Sentences with phrase «by local characters»

Thanks to some creative matchmaking by local characters (the marvelous Louise Fletcher and Nan Martin), he hooks up with the painfully shy Indian (Eric Schweig) who runs the general store.

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Lastly, the team examined the connection between character and swearing on a larger, cultural level by comparing the 2012 Integrity Analyses of 48 U.S. states from the Center for Public Integrity, which measured the level of transparency and accountability of local governments, to how frequently residents of that state swore in their Facebook posts.

Every fall, I and several hundred of my high school - aged peers would gather in the auditorium of the local Baptist church and watch the play unfold: Characters Joe and Jane and Mike and Michelle are on their way home from prom when their car gets struck by a drunk driver.

We need not recall here the history of what led up to the declaration of Humani Generis (which is doctrinal in character, even if it does not constitute a dogmatic definition), starting with the pronouncement of the local synod at Cologne in 1860 rejecting evolution in any form, the censure passed on the works of theologians favourable to evolution, such as M. D. Leroy (1895) and P. Zahm (1899), the decree of the Biblical Commission in 1909, the tacit toleration of works favourable to evolution by theologians such as Ruschkamp (1935), Messenger (1931), Perier (1938), down to Pius XII's Allocution to the Papal Academy of Sciences in 1941.

This mediatorial ministry of the local church can be probed, as suggested earlier and proposed at greater length in what follows, by exploring the setting, character, and plot of the congregation.

Local character, by contrast, refers to the distinctive values, preferred style of behavior, and mood that together identify a contemporary group's ethos.

Flatbed ferments its hard ciders from local, whole - pressed apples — rather than the apple juice concentrate used by many brands — and limits the time from branch to bottle to minimize oxidation and maximize Flatbed's bright, rustic apple character.

GNA is dedicated to preserving the historical character of Gramercy, as well as its residents, local business and schools, by developing a sense of community through various projects, events and initiatives.

We got to a local party held by the town excited as there were going to be a few characters there, including Dora The Explorer.

The governor emerged from the 10 - week selection period for the Clinton seat politically battered, with Kennedy loyalists bitter that a Paterson aide questioned her fitness and character, several incumbent members of Congress upset they had been bypassed for a junior colleague, and a local political establishment dismayed by the inconsistent public signals coming from the governor himself.

«This exhibition is just the beginning of our work in telling the story of New York's colonial history and how our settlement by the Dutch has shaped not only our local character but aspects of state and even national character that we think will surprise and delight our visitors,» said Deputy Commissioner of Cultural Education and State Museum Director Mark Schaming.

The Villages in Action Toolkit is the latest in a number of publications produced by the Dorset AONB to ensure that local distinctiveness and character of the nationally important protected AONB landscapes are considered by Highways Authorities when caring out their work.

Student performers from the Buffalo Academy of Visual and Performing Arts, remarks by local dignitaries and the presentation of two «Woman of Courage, Character and Commitment» Awards will also be included.

Looking at the bigger picture and by that I mean placing the politics, the rancor, and partisan discord aside, I feel that Grace has the type of character, intelligence, and temperament to solve local, national and international issues as demonstrated in her work ethic and on the campaign trail.

«The question of the character and origin of the local gods of Egypt is still obscure; but a paper by Prof. Flinders Petrie does much to clear it up.

He's surrounded by stereotypical, yet colorful characters played by recognizable character actors like Paul Rodriguez, Louis Anderson, Jamie Gertz, and pre-Matrix Laurence Fishburne as Voodoo, a messenger who doesn't care about what he delivers, even if it is for the local drug runner, known as The Gypsy.

Charley's mom walked out when he was young, and his dad is a beer - bellied slob (played by one - time Calvin Klein model Travis Fimmel, here looking more like the redneck version of his rugged «Vikings» character), not a bad guy, but no role model either, getting drunk after work and using what remains of his homecoming - king charm to bring home local women (it's a part better suited to Steve Zahn, who appears later, miscast as an abusive, borderline - homeless man).

Its smartness comes shining through despite the claptrap (none worse than the parade of sex scenes, soft - porn variety, whose noisiness is exceeded only by their unconvincingness); its story, littered with intriguingly repellent characters, like Kai Proctor (Ulrich Thomsen), local evil tycoon, grows ever more enticing.

The essential characters are rounded out by Brendan Gleeson's dour sheriff, Oliver Platt's rich and eccentric mythology buff, and Betty White as the colorful local little old lady with a secret or two.

Based on the Walt Longmire Mystery series of novels by Craig Johnson, Longmire also is named after its central character, Walt Longmire, the local sheriff in rural Wyoming.

On Nintendo Switch I've dived deeper into other modes than ever before, and the ability to play as Linkle and all of the DLC characters I missed out on gave me hours of fun, made even better by local multiplayer on the big screen — my favorite part of every Warriors title.

Mixing interviews with real life locals with a sardonic narrative that would do the Coens proud (comparisons to «Fargo» are apt), the movie is a concise, quick - moving breeze, anchored by the impressive, dialed down, yet distinctly fey, mannered and oddball pitch Black brings to the title character.

Paulina (Unrated) Dolores Fonzi plays the title character of this crime thriller, set in Argentina, as a lawyer who abandons a promising career in Buenos Aires to teach high school in her hometown, only to end up brutally assaulted by a local gang.

But then we're forced into watching his smarmy character develop a relationship with a Southern Belle prostitute played by Kate Hudson, tasked with the impossible feat of making a fantasy blonde bombshell into a romantic interest for Murray as she provides services to the local male population out of a trailer, steadfastly collecting a sizeable nest egg so she can jet off to Hawaii to open her own real estate firm.

Enter the remaining cast of characters, both major and minor: the janitorial staff of the classified underground wing of the compound, Zelda Fuller (Octavia Spencer in a role written for her by del Toro) and the mute Elisa Esposito (Sally Hawkins, radiant in a star - making role); the attending government scientist Dr. Robert Hoffstetler (Michael Stuhlbarg), also a Russian double - agent; and, of course, Elisa's next door neighbor, Giles (Richard Jenkins, deserving of a Supporting Actor nomination), who frets about growing older and his hair loss, pines for love with a local pie shop employee and shares his passion for musicals with the equally besotted Elisa (they sit side - by - side on the sofa performing a quick soft shoe).

They team up with Atari (voiced by Koyu Rankin in Japanese - like all characters speaking in their local dialogue, for better or worse), an adventurous boy in search of his four - legged friend who come together as a team, even if these emotional bonds never quite satisfactorily gel.

In this regard, legends that have come out of Philadelphia are referenced both by dialogue from the characters within the film, and within the soundtrack.The most notable needle drop occurs when Creed arrives in the city, a quick montage unfolding to «The Fire» by John Legend and The Roots - not just a great song about ambition and drive, but also by Philly's local boys done good.

Hoskins and Schaub, who had no inkling that anything was ever amiss at their idyllic high school, serve as ready - made characters through which «Keepers» director Ryan White («The Case Against 8») can sort through a story that is painfully tangled up in broader, awful details of ritual rape and a coverup by both church officials and local police.

The film opens in 1920s Boston where Affleck's character, local hoodlum Joe Coughlin is introduced as the son of the local chief of police (and WWI veteran) Thomas Coughlin, played by Brendan Gleeson.

Thankfully, LastFight features hectic 3D arena combat with a zany cast of characters that can be enjoyed by up to four simultaneous local players.

Two childhood friends growing up in poverty in south Boston come under the influence of a local crime boss, only to strike out on their own when he is caught and imprisoned by the F.B.I. Despite the marketing that features explosions and SWAT teams galore (neither of which actually appear in the film) What Doesn't Kill You is a character - driven drama set in the world of petty urban crime.

Set in 1950, which doesn't stop one character from catching the 1933 movie «Flying Down to Rio» at the local bijou, Woody Allen's «Wonder Wheel» is narrated by a budding dramatist working as a Coney Island lifeguard.

Dewitt's decision might seem harmless at first, but things get swiftly out of hand, especially when Harding's character finds herself hooking up with a local bad boy (played by It's Owen Teague).

The prime action of the piece is made up of Gleeson's interactions with locals; characters played by the greatest assembly of Irish and British acting talent since Intermission: Pat Shortt as a Buddhist publican; Dylan Moran as a socially estranged property developer; Chris O'Dowd as the butcher; Kelly Reilly as Gleeson's suicidal daughter from a pre-orders marriage; Aidan Gillen as an atheistic, nihilistic doctor.

Over the course of her career Neill has won three Academy Awards, two Emmy Awards, four Saturn Awards, a BAFTA Award, Local 706 Best Character Makeup Award and the first Artist to be awarded Hollywood Foreign Press «Makeup Artist of the Year» Awards well as the first Makeup Artist to be honored as Makeup Artist of the Year by MAC Cosmetics.

For the teacher ready to experiment with a school show from student devised material, this has a detailed introduction followed by 12 sections with tips, ideas and frameworks for devising and working up productions on themes, including the 1960s, characters, practitioners, local history, teenage angst, the generations, messages, literature, TV and film and ground - breaking ideas.

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The EPUB3 standard effectively eliminates the invisible barrier surrounding Japan which has been used to protect the local publishing industry by requiring foreigners to master enigmatic character sets and complicated vertical typesetting rules that are unique to the market.

It is an eerie novel of disambiguation as the character by the name of «K» arrives as a land surveyor in an unamed village and seeks to gain entry into the castle but his path is blocked by mysterious authority figures and indifferent locals.

The Lamplighter Inn & Suites Hotel in San Luis Obispo CA Lamplighter inn & suites hotel in San Luis Obispo, Ca It's no secret that San Luis Obispo — known by the locals as SLO — is a gorgeous central California town replete with attractions, character, sunshine and charm to spare.

Artwork from local artist Colleen Ross, with her «Fabulous Fish Hoek» collection and specially commissioned watercolours by Ray Potter, lend the hotel a unique character and artistic vibe.

Each with its own style and character, which harmoniously blend with their respective region's pristine surrounds, our accommodation options offer an authentic safari and beach experience that is graciously complemented by warm and engaging local staff and expert guides.

The hotel has been renovated, yet maintains much of the original character and charm of this heritage site.Located by the Barbican, the hotel is convenient to the local London Underground.

Pale wood panels are offset by intricate wild flower detailing and delicate cornicing, full of local character.

Designed to reflect the local culture, character, and history of the surrounding neighbourhood, the Hotel Indigo brand offers a stylish and inspiring boutique experience with the quality and consistencies promised by a global hotel brand.

It is air conditioned, centrally located and run by one of Byron's local characters.

From the local ranch on the property with over 30 horses offering horseback riding and ranch visits included in the rate, to the heated outdoor pool and spa area overlooking the beautiful valley and dwarfed on all sides by the Andes, this hotel provides an excellent mix of privacy, comfort, and character for an authentic Andean experience.

Whether taking a stroll through the beautiful gardens, basking in the sun by the pool, or catching a beat on the disco's dance floor, guests will enjoy modern amenities and comforts that reflect the area's local character.

On Nintendo Switch I've dived deeper into other modes than ever before, and the ability to play as Linkle and all of the DLC characters I missed out on gave me hours of fun, made even better by local multiplayer on the big screen — my favorite part of every Warriors title.

The Dead Heat Breakers - releasing April 26 on Nintendo 3DS - priced at 5378 yen Pearl and Marina amiibo - releasing July 13 - standalone or double pack Sushi Striker: The Way of Sushido - now coming to Switch, in addition to 3DS - releasing on June 8 - price 5378 yen Mario Tennis Aces - releasing June 22 - Mario, Wario, Waluigi, Daisy, Rosalina, Yoshi, Donkey Kong and Bowser confirmed characters - play by swinging the Joy - Con - also be online play and local co-op