GUEST EDITORIAL: 5 Popular and Fascinating Movies About Dreams

by Lewis Robinson

For whatever reason, dreams can make a huge impact on a person. Maybe this is why Hollywood has produced several films revolving around the concept of dreams that have captured the hearts of Americans everywhere. These movies are remembered because people can relate to them. Everyone experiences dreams and wishes they could relive some of them one more time. When it comes to these special movies, there are five that have made a massive impact on the culture of America.

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GUEST EDITORIAL: The Power of Dreams in Disney's "The Rookie"

by Kevin Gardner

Nearly everyone has at some point dreamt of what could have been. Whether it's a missed career opportunity, a missed relationship, or something else entirely, ruminating in the nostalgia can bring up a variety of emotions. The 2002 Disney film, The Rookie, manages to capture every one of those feelings as it explores a "what if" that becomes real.

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GUEST EDITORIAL: Film Review of 2015’s "Spectre"

by Kevin Gardner

The follow-up to Skyfall, regarded as one of the finest Bond films ever made, is a much different film than its predecessor. Spectre is a modern take on James Bond’s famous clichés and plot conventions. Unlike Skyfall, it does not slow down for sadness or melodrama, but it pauses for a second then surges forward with high-energy action scenes. Spectre’s stunts are some of the most impressive of the series, and Daniel Craig (Bond) rarely seems able to take a breath after he’s thrown around by Dave Bautista or attacked by twenty black-suited men with submachine guns.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST CRITIC, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home MediaDon ShanahanNovember 27, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: Movie Lessons About Self-Acceptance

by Adrian Johansen

Whether it’s a coming-of-age film, a story about overcoming obstacles or just learning to accept one’s true self, there is no shortage of movies about self-acceptance. The lessons we all can learn from these films are extremely important, especially if you have a hard time loving and accepting who you really are. Let’s take a look at a few of those films that stand out. If you haven’t seen them before, now is a perfect time to watch and take their lessons to heart.

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GUEST EDITORIAL: Shilajit: Its Uses and its Dosage

Shilajit is an ancient medicine commonly used as ayurvedic medicines. It is a very viscous and sticky in nature and mainly find in the rocks of Himalayan regions. It is made up after decomposition of plants parts for millions of years. It is a mineral based extract of blackish brown in color and it is made up of a very sticky and gummy kind of substance. It consists of so many minerals inside it like iron, copper, silver, zinc etc. Before taking shilajit, there are side effects you may get taking shilajit. Check with a doctor.

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Learn to Crush Your Opponents in a Game Every Time Easily

Do you want to crush your opponents? Are you willing to win every time? If yes, then continue to read this to know all the tactics for beating your opponents. The most important point in a game is to be able to strike at the right moment and this is only possible when you are aware of all the components, tricks, and plays of the game. You can play a rummy dummy in Getmega.

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How to Play Safe Online Poker

Everyone deserves a moment of fun during the day. Spending time in a pleasant way allows you to relax from your responsibilities, feel joy and even regain a positive mood. Moreover, if the chosen form of entertainment can bring real, material benefits, it becomes much more enjoyable. One of the ways of spending free time in a pleasant way and providing yourself with a bit of excitement and adrenaline are poker games.

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MOVIE REVIEW: Belfast

All of these lessons centered on Buddy’s experiences speak to the greater hopeful streak of generational bonds at the heart of the film. Backed by a soundtrack of reminiscent Van Morrison songs, the exit emotions of Belfast strike terrific chords for the power of home beyond brick and mortar. Branagh’s movie closes with a three-pronged tribute of “For the ones who stayed,” “For the ones who left,” and “For all the ones who were lost” as it transitions back to a current Northern Ireland where the healing has regenerated a viable city and region.

2021, 5 STARS, Chicago Film Festival, Film Festival, Independent Film, MOVIE REVIEWDon ShanahanNovember 23, 2021Belfast, Kenneth BranaghComment

GUEST COLUMN: The Popularity of Netflix: The Secret to Netflix's Popularity Growth?

by Mike Jones

Netflix is one of the most popular streaming apps worldwide. During the pandemic of COVID-19, Netflix had the most of the viewers and have earned a lot more than they earned before the time of the pandemic. People were left with nothing, no social gatherings, they had to avoid outdoor play games because of their health, no other activities and they had to stay isolated from their loved ones. People have to work from home and students had to attend online classes for the first time, which was quite frustrating.

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GUEST COLUMN: The Real All-Stars Were the Movie Stars of "All-Stars"

by Kevin Gardner

If you have seen the movie All-Stars, you can congratulate yourself on accomplishing a rare feat. Fewer than one million initially saw this 2014 production of a comedy about a girls’ 10-and-under fastpitch softball team. Those who did see the movie rated it highly. Perhaps, however, you thought the title was a reference to the 2013 British film of the same name about a children’s club in London that is about to be bulldozed. Others might have thought it was about the 1997 Dutch film, All-Stars, about a soccer team.

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GUEST COLUMN: The 10 Best Films About Running of All Time

by Kevin Faber

Running is not one of the film industry’s favorite subjects, and few running films are as profitable as dramas, comedies and thrillers based on other topics. Hollywood prefers to stick to stories that can generate the highest sales, but sometimes, a running film breaks through and wows audiences and critics. If you’re a runner or enjoy watching films about the sport, you can check out these ten films that represent the best running movies of all time.

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GUEST EDITORIAL: 3 Reasons Why Escape Rooms Create Adrenaline in Movies

by Kevin Gardner

If you've been watching recent horror and action movies, you've probably noticed a new trend. This popular plot point, oddly enough, is the use of games to amp up adrenaline. Think of Alice in Borderland, Escape Room and its sequel, Ready or Not, The Belko Experiment, Saw, The Purge series and the ever-popular Squid Game. While this may seem odd, especially since games can feel childish, the method tends to succeed. One of the most effective games used is escape rooms, or, at least, similar situations. If you want to learn more, here are three reasons why escape rooms create adrenaline in movies.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIALDon ShanahanNovember 22, 2021Comment