Cinematic Journeys: Exploring Homeownership in Film

by Lewis Robinson

The dream of homeownership has long captivated the human imagination, making it a frequent and relatable theme in cinema. Films centered on buying or owning a home often delve into the trials, tribulations, and triumphs that accompany this significant life milestone. These narratives entertain and resonate deeply with audiences, offering a mirror to their aspirations and challenges.

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Cinematic Ledgers: Exploring the Banking Industry Through Film

by Lewis Robinson

The banking industry, with its complex dynamics of power, risk, and intrigue, has long provided fertile ground for filmmakers. Movies centered around banking, finance, and the pivotal decisions made within the hallowed halls of financial institutions have not only entertained audiences but have also shed light on the ethical, economic, and personal dilemmas faced by those in the sector.

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How to Find Cheap Business Class to Europe

Traveling in style doesn’t have to break the bank, especially when it comes to flying business class to Europe. While luxury air travel often comes with a hefty price tag, there are savvy strategies and insider tips that can help you secure affordable business class tickets to your European destination. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore various tactics and resources to help you find the best deals, allowing you to indulge in the comfort and amenities of business class without draining your savings.

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MOVIE REVIEW: Guy Friends

Guy Friends circles its wagons and makes the fresh duo of Jaime and Sandy the core of the film. The main plot and their gestating sample examination of friendship establishment are shot in black-and-white by writer-director Jonathan Smith and mirror little full-color vignette testimonies of real people describing how they became best friends. In less witty hands, these arcs of burgeoning female connection and the well-worn looking-for-love plight would conveniently be vanquished in a grandiose and, in all likelihood preposterous, rom-com climax involving some kind of public shenanigans.

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PODCAST: Episode 158 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 158th episode, two chaotic evil film critics, two lawful neutral dads, and two chaotic good teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, cover a 2023 blindspot of the latter host. Last year, Will put Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves in his year-end Top 10 after rolling many months in the #1 spot. Through good old fashioned busy circumstances, Don completely missed the movie. It was time to for him to right that wrong and show off his own D&D history. Roll for initiative!

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PODCAST: Episode 157 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 157th episode, two primate film critics, two hairy dads, and two ape-ish teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, collect their thoughts on the "Planet of the Apes" reboot trilogy covering 2014's Rise of the Planet of the Apes, 2017's Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, and 2019's War for the Planet of the Apes. Will was a longtime listener/first-time caller for this trilogy while Don puts it in the pantheon of great movie trilogies. Hear them monkey around!

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PODCAST: Episode 156 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 156th episode, two uninhibited film critics, two ugly pajamas-wearking dads, and two tricker teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, dig into the vault of revisiting formative favorites with a spin through 1994's Jim Carrey vehicle and Cameron Diaz breakout The Mask. It was flat out just a movie the two of them wanted to watch, and it just so happens to be turning 30 year old this year. Hear our guys gush about seeing green and remembering good memories.

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PODCAST: Episode 155 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 155th episode, two 80's kids film critics, two dancing dads, and two time-traveling teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, follow up their recent editorial about the romantic resumes of current actors with the start of a historical research study. Between the two hosts, Don is the experience hand when it comes to rom-coms and romantic dramas. Across from him is semi-retired "Will the Marvel Shill." An idea came to examine the romance movie histories of prominent Marvel Cinematic Universe performers. They started here with 2004's "13 Going on 30" with future Incredible Hulk Mark Ruffalo.

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PODCAST: Episode 154 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 154th episode, two apolitical film critics, two American dads, and two special forces teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, stage their own divide for Civil War from the well-regarded director Alex Garland. To do so, they bring in a pair of critical combatants to double the talk and double the bloodshed. The podcast welcomes back frequent guest Cati Glidewell of The Blonde in Front and debuts for your listening pleasure Jeff York of The Establishing Shot and Pipeline Artists. The four draw out their battlelines of agreement and disagreement for a bombastic episode.

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