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Top 10 Terrible Movies That Shockingly Made a Fortune at the Box Office
Let’s face it: just because a movie makes bank doesn’t mean it’s good. From cringe-worthy scripts to baffling plot twists, Hollywood has a knack for turning critical flops into box office gold. Whether it’s franchise loyalty, star power, or sheer curiosity, audiences sometimes flock to films that leave reviewers (and common sense) in the dust. Buckle up as we count down the worst movies that somehow crushed it financially.
By Only Incredible12 months ago in Critique
A Love Letter
My dearest Elizabeth, As I sit quill in hand, endeavouring to express the ardour that burns within my breast, I am beset by the trepidation that my feeble attempts may fall short of the ardour that I truly feel. And yet, I am drawn to the task, for it is in the act of writing to you that I find solace, that I find peace.
By M. R.12 months ago in Critique
Colorado
'Colorado' the seventh book in the Wagons West series written by Dana Fuller Ross where the characters of Leland Blake and Cathy find themselves at the tail end of the 'Great Gold Rush' and the very beginnings of the Civil War. The question of this story is 'Where does everyone stand, Union or Confederate? Family members have to make many decisions on this question and their individual beliefs in a nation about to be torn apart. Dana Fuller Ross does an excellent job in following history and how it all happened even for a work of fiction.
By Mark Graham12 months ago in Critique
Twin. AI-Generated.
In a small, dimly lit cottage on the outskirts of a village, Eleanor lived a life of quiet hardship. The crumbling walls, the creaking roof, and the thin curtains that barely kept the chill of the winter winds at bay were constant reminders of the poverty that clung to her family. She had two children, little Martha and young Thomas, who often went to bed hungry, their tummies aching for food they could not afford. And her husband, Thomas Sr., a man of few words, worked from dawn until dusk, laboring in the fields for a meager wage that barely covered their basic needs.
By Jessica12 months ago in Critique
How many more people will the sea swallow, and how much europe will endure? . AI-Generated.
The Mediterranean Migration Crisis: Why People Risk Everything for a Better Life Every year, thousands of people from Asia and Africa embark on perilous journeys across the Mediterranean Sea, hoping to reach Europe in search of safety, opportunity, and a better life. These journeys are fraught with danger—overcrowded boats, treacherous waters, and the constant threat of exploitation by human traffickers. Tragically, many do not survive the journey, and the Mediterranean has become one of the deadliest migration routes in the world. Yet, despite the risks, the number of people attempting this crossing continues to rise. To understand why people leave their homelands and risk everything, we must examine the complex interplay of economic, political, social, and environmental factors that drive migration.
By Banik Sojib12 months ago in Critique
Oscar Nominations 2025 Cabrini: Here’s the Full List of Oscar Nominees for Best
Oscar Nominations 2025 Cabrini: Public surprise was minimal when Academy Awards officials announced the 97th Award nominations. Emilia Perez leads the Oscar race with 13 nominations becoming a legendary film in awards history. The film achieved 14 nominations to place alongside All About Eve (1950), Titanic (1997) and La La Land (2016) in the film history of similar recognition.
By Newzzy12 months ago in Critique
THE ASHES OF TOMORROW. AI-Generated.
The sky burned red as the distant horizon crumbled under the weight of war. In the war-torn land of Varkaan, two powerful nations fought relentlessly, each driven by deep-rooted religious convictions and the pursuit of dominance. Between them lay a third country, Eshvar, a land once fertile and peaceful, now a wasteland of starving souls caught in the crossfire.
By Banik Sojib12 months ago in Critique
Mr. & Miss Love
Mr. & Miss Love Genre: Romantic Comedy Story: In the bustling city of Serendipity Springs, two strangers, Mr. Love (a hopeless romantic florist) and Miss Love (a pragmatic wedding planner), share the same last name but couldn’t be more different in their outlooks on love.
By Waqas Ashraf12 months ago in Critique
The Write Stuff
Vocal is many things to its many people: a meeting ground for those who love to write, particularly those who MUST write; a place to hone one's writing skills, be they narrative, lyrical, fiction or non- ; a rich source of material to while away many an hour in reading sessions that could continue, I'm sure, for months; and the gift of a platform where those of us who may have long toiled in obscurity find an outlet for what we feel compelled to share, where there is feedback and just the welcome opportunity to publish.
By Marie McGrath12 months ago in Critique
The Art of Minimalism: Living More With Less
Hey there, simplicity seeker! If you’ve ever felt weighed down by clutter—both in your physical space and in your mind—then you’re in for a treat. Today, we’re diving into the art of minimalism: a lifestyle that’s all about living more with less. Forget the notion that minimalism means sacrificing style or fun. Instead, it’s a liberating journey toward a more intentional, joyful way of life.
By katende12 months ago in Critique
What is a Pot of Gold?
Actually, what is the or a Pot of Gold? Is it an actual pot of gold or is it something else entirely. To me a pot of gold could be getting hugs from my many family members alive and dead. Another pot of gold could be that someone has actually bought my eBooks that I had published two months ago. The Pot of Gold could be the journey down the yellow brick road on the way to getting our ultimate reward in heaven or in some cases for some people who may go the other way one must wonder so.
By Mark Graham12 months ago in Critique
Conclave
In the heart of the Vatican, where the echoes of centuries-old prayers linger in the air, a profound silence descends. The Pope has passed away, and the weight of the Catholic Church now rests on the shoulders of its most powerful leaders. The time has come for the conclave—a sacred and secretive process where cardinals are cloistered away to elect the next Vicar of Christ. But this time, behind the solemn rituals and whispered prayers, a web of mystery, conspiracy, and moral dilemmas begins to unravel.
By A História12 months ago in Critique