Former secret service agent Frank Farmer (Kevin Costner) became a private bodyguard. He got a job to protect pop singer Rachel Marron (Whitney Houston) from a stalker. It is not a classic movie, but it is entertaining. For English practice, I think that this movie is good.

Hawaiian Snack Night was Alliance Eikaiwa’s first in-school event.  We had Hawaiian snacks, fruit juice, and we used some Hawaiian words.  At this event, students could meet each other for the first time.

It is a story about a boxer, but it is also a story about his family. Just like in “Seabiscuit,” you can see American life during the Great Depression.  In this movie, you can also see family life much more clearly.

For English practice, this one is OK, but not great. Sometimes the Japanese subtitles did not catch the English meaning.

This movie is about the real racehorse named Seabiscuit.  Seabiscuit was a very popular and successful racehorse in the 1930’s. It is based on a true story, so you can see American life during the Great Depression.  After you understand the story, you can catch some of the conversations. If you buy the DVD, I recommend the Premium Edition.

As an American, Valentine’s Day is a special day. Japan has Valentine’s Day, too. However, Japan also has “obligation chocolate.”
When someone gave me chocolates on Valentine’s Day, I was surprised. Then I heard about obligation chocolate. The chocolates I received were 100% obligation, 0% interest.