Sentences with phrase «by taking on»

Arlo's a bit of a runt and has an issue with fear, an undesirable trait Poppa's determined to stomp out by taking him on a hunting mission, their target a young human «critter» who keeps stealing from the family's corn harvest.

Pfeiffer, who has often struggled being funny in comedies over the years, actually does deliver a likeable, and quite amusing performance, ingratiating herself by taking on the less glamorous role of a woman whose looks are fading to the point where she often feels like an outsider looking into a world she is supposed to be front and center of.

By taking on aspects that are little scene, it becomes a film of small moments in a grand event.

Ozzy is not only a legend and an icon, but is a pioneer in his genre of music. He has helped open the door for countless bands by giving them their big break by taking them on tour or by taking them on Ozzfest, his all - day metal festival, now in its 15th year.

Alma is the one giving life by taking on the caregiver role he secretly craves, but she is also the one putting him in this delicate position.

Interview with Kam Williams Headline: Denzel on Directing, Acting, Fathering and Mentoring Denzel Washington stepped behind the camera for the second time to make The Great Debaters, an inspirational bio-pic about Professor Melvin Tolson, the debate coach at a small black college in the South, whose inexperienced team, in 1935, shocked the world by taking on some seasoned nationally - ranked competition.

We're staying in space next episode, as we answer our Twitter poll by taking on our first Netflix film — The Cloverfield Paradox!

GREEN LANTERN: In honor of Deadpool 2, we break the Sammy Ain't Seen Shit rules by taking on a 7 year old film and Ryan Reynold's first attempt at being a superhero with the DC flop «Green Lantern!»

Suicide Squad and Bright star Jay Hernandez is set to follow in the footsteps of Tom Selleck by taking on the role of Thomas Magnum in CBS» upcoming reboot of the classic 1980s TV drama Magnum, P.I..

Guy Pearce stars as Snow, a former government agent who receives a shot at redemption by taking on a dangerous mission to rescue the President's daughter (Maggie Grace) from a high - security prison in space.

Guy Pearce and Maggie Grace star in this sci - fi thriller about an ex-convict who gets a second chance by taking on a dangerous mission.

It also fares better over other animated follow - ups by taking us on a new adventure without seeming superfluous or rote.

When Frank Redmond (Peter Mullan) is cut lose from his employment at a Glasgow shipyard, he tries to find his identity and self worth by taking on the ultimate physical challenge: swimming the English Channel.

Tina Fey furthers her attempt at having a big screen career by taking on the true story of journalist Kim Barker.

After such an utter failure with Battleship, Peter Berg looks to redeem himself by taking on this project.

VooFoo Studios, who are otherwise known for Pure Pool and Pure Hold»em, try their luck by taking on a genre that has often been neglected for a good long while, the beloved top - down racer.

WHISKEY TANGO FOXTROT Director: Glenn Ficarra, John Requa Starring: Tina Fey, Martin Freeman, Margot Robbie, Alfred Molina, Billy Bob Thornton, Christopher Abbott Tina Fey furthers her attempt at having a big screen career by taking on the true story of journalist Kim Barker.

Beasts earns points distinguishing itself from its predecessor by taking on a new time period, centering on an older (if still largely charming) cast and moving the action to America where new rules, regulations and verbiage («muggles» are no more, «no - maj» being the US equivalent) prevail.

During summer vacation, Ben seeks one teenage rite of passage — obtaining his driver's license — while agreeing to another by taking on what appears to be his first job.

A decade later, Universal hopes to repeat that success story by taking on another iconic musical figure - this time the Godfather of Soul, James Brown.

The son's patience, exasperation and love in trying to humour his declining father by taking him on a wild goose chase across the stark, flat landscapes of the Mid West to claim some mythical prize money will strike chords with anyone who has cared for an elderley relative.

, which sees the Legion of Doom preparing for their attack on the Justice League by taking on Lex Luthor's Obstacle Course of Doom!

After Heroes went off the air in 2010, Panettiere seemed determined to show her versatility by taking on the role of a convicted murderess in the made - for - TV movie Amanda Knox; Murder on Trial in Italy, returning to vocal work as Little Red Riding Hood in Hoodwinked Too!

After making a cameo as herself in The Muppets in 2011, Silverman went a different direction by taking on a dramatic role in Take This Waltz, a film following a married couple whose relationship begins to crumble when one half of the pair forms an emotional bond with a neighbor.

I think Jackson has to be commended for, quite bravely, deciding to jump in at the deep end once more by taking on yet another set of films, where the story is not so much saving the world but helping a band of warriors reclaim their home.

There's no better way to break the ice (or bear the cold) than by taking on the town with a partner in crime.

Make sure the girl you like knows you like her and are interested in a relationship by taking her on actual dates, not hangouts or anything else.

This year, turn one of the most daunting tasks of the changing season into a great date by taking on the challenge with your sweetheart.

By taking on this trick you can have a very chic and smart look.Worn the scarf tightly around your head.

While many people have been able to control weight by taking on a low - fat diet, more and more research suggests caution.

But cauliflower's gift is in shape - shifting ability to mimic a variety of dishes by taking on the flavor of whatever it's cooked with.

Generally, most bodybuilders seek support from anadrol by taking it on the final week of preparation before the show.

This begins by taking on the mindset of self - responsibility and self - empowerment.

It helps prevent development of a fatty liver condition by taking on the fat - burning functions of the liver.

However, by taking on board some of the active recovery tactics powerlifters employ, bodybuilders can continue to push themselves as hard as they need to, without risking overtraining.

Whether it be by taking on a young protégé in the gym — who spends most of the sessions keeled over a garbage can — or by going to high schools across the country and sharing his story: that's his ultimate goal.

And, because the powder has such a mild flavor, it makes your smoothies taste delicious by taking on the flavor of the other ingredients.

Set yourself up for success by taking on a little bit more every week, and the next thing you know you will be that much closer to living your dream.

Studies also show that activated charcoal can improve kidney function by taking on the burden of urinary urea removal, and it can lower cholesterol levels by absorbing bile salts.

Chlorophyll not only helps your liver by taking on some of last night's toxin removal project; it also nourishes your liver with oxygen and magnesium.

This new year, renew your body from the inside out by taking on a natural detox.

By taking on this role, the meaning of the words can be recognised nearly as fast as when the appropriate area fulfils its task.

Maybe you're trying to please everyone at your new company by taking on everything thrown at you — but somehow it's just not as easy as the veterans in your group make it seem.

Rocks become magnetic by taking on their planet's field while still molten, and this field becomes locked in as they cool and solidify.

Recently Berkeley Lab scientists used this method to calculate the absorption spectrum and confirm what several experimental results have been hinting — that the element berkelium breaks form with its heavy element peers by taking on an extra positive charge when bound to a synthetic organic molecule.

Weger and Loughnan found that by taking on and acting from the perspective of an automaton - like avatar, people are desensitized to pain in themselves and in others.

People spend hours role - playing through virtual - reality video games by taking on the persona of a virtual character or avatar.

By taking on this role, Elsa Seguinot is committed to the organization and understands the amount of energy and time required to effectively do the job.

«Even he admits that he was challenged by taking on an entirely new task foreign to his experience.»

And now, she has drawn even more attention to herself by taking on fellow Democrat Khalid Bey in a primary for Syracuse Common Council.