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I Survived a 12-Hour Movie Marathon (And Lived to Tell the Tale)
Picture this: a dimly lit room, a cozy couch, a never-ending supply of snacks, and a carefully curated lineup of films spanning genres and decades. Now imagine enduring this setup for 12 consecutive hours. Sounds like a dream for some and a nightmare for others. For me, it was an epic adventure that tested my endurance, attention span, and snack selection skills. Here’s how I survived my first-ever 12-hour movie marathon and lived to tell the tale.
By Decider TVabout a year ago in Critique
Everything You Should Know on Los Angeles Container Port
Everything You Should Know on Los Angeles Container Port The Port of Los Angeles is one of the busiest and most significant ports globally. It serves as a major gateway for international trade and plays a key role in the U.S. economy. Ships from all over the world dock at the port to unload goods like electronics, clothing, and food products. But how does everything work behind the scenes? How are all those containers processed and moved through the port? In this blog, we'll dive into what the Los Angeles container port is, how it operates, and why it’s so essential for global trade.
By SuperBox Shipping Containersabout a year ago in Critique
Jackal. You are wild and timid. Are you binge-worthy?
The original Jackal is a story of the very bad guy on one side chased by a very good guy which was based not only on money commitment but on loyalty to their home country and their personal history between them. They were driven mainly by their professionalism and keen goal to achieve what they had wanted to achieve, mainly to be free. In the new version of this story, things are a little different.
By Oleksandr Matvyeyevabout a year ago in Critique
Texas!
It has been a while since I wrote a critique essay on a Dana Fuller Ross novel. The last one was 'Oregon' and now this one is for 'Texas' the fifth in the series. This is the story of how the state of Texas became part of the Union. It does continue the story of Cathy and Lee Blake and Chet and Danny who are best friends ever since the first wagon train to Oregon. 'Texas' is a novel that to me covers the history of Texas and the Mexican War with Santa Ana, the president of Mexico in a creative and interesting way but does not go into too much detail of the war for it is started and ends at the end of the book. This is a novel on how this history affected the various characters in their personal and professional lives in helping to grow the United States.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
Review and Critique of The Last of Us Series
Detailed Review and Critique of The Last of Us Series HBO Max’s The Last of Us is a groundbreaking adaptation of the critically acclaimed 2013 video game developed by Naughty Dog. The story plunges viewers into a post-apocalyptic world where a devastating fungal infection, the Cordyceps outbreak, has decimated humanity, leaving behind a brutal struggle for survival. The series explores themes of love, loss, morality, and hope through the journey of Joel (Pedro Pascal), a hardened smuggler, and Ellie (Bella Ramsey), a teenage girl immune to the infection, as they traverse a dangerous and desolate America. While the series has been widely praised for its emotional depth and fidelity to the source material, it is not without its flaws.
By Farkas Márk about a year ago in Critique
Grimm's Fairy Tale#5
In reading 'Little Snow White' in Grimm's Fairy Tales one will get a sense that it is two stories in one for I got a sense of The Three Bears story as well when Snow White entered the dwarf's cottage she performs some activities as if she were Goldilocks and for the dwarfs they speak a few lines that to me seem reminiscent of the Three Bears story. This version as it seems to be is quite different from the Disney version that we all seem to like to watch at times.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
The Ethical Dilemmas of Moviemaking in the 21st Century
The film industry has always been a powerful medium for storytelling, shaping cultural narratives and influencing societal norms. However, as moviemaking evolves in the 21st century, it faces a host of ethical dilemmas that challenge filmmakers, studios, and audiences alike. From representation and labor practices to environmental impact and the rise of artificial intelligence, the ethical questions surrounding cinema are more complex than ever. In this article, we explore these dilemmas and their implications for the future of filmmaking.
By Decider TVabout a year ago in Critique
Europe is against using sanction policy
On January 10, the US Treasury Department added over 200 companies and individuals linked to the Russian energy sector to its sanctions list, along with more than 180 vessels. These restrictions aim to limit Russia's access to international markets and decrease its oil and gas revenue. The Russian Foreign Ministry claims these new US sanctions are intended to harm the Russian economy before Joe Biden's presidency ends, and they will respond to these hostile actions in their foreign economic strategy.
By Adomas Abromaitisabout a year ago in Critique
Innovative Shipping Container Pools in Las Vegas
Innovative Shipping Container Pools in Las Vegas Las Vegas is known for its bright lights, hot desert climate, and amazing swimming pools. But what if you could have a cool, unique, and eco-friendly pool without spending a lot of money or waiting months for construction? That’s where shipping container pools come in. These trendy and practical pools are becoming a popular choice in Las Vegas.
By SuperBox Shipping Containersabout a year ago in Critique
Peaky Blinders
Peaky Blinders is a British historical crime drama series created by Steven Knight. Set in the aftermath of World War I in Birmingham, England, the show dives into the world of organized crime, power struggles, and the dark side of ambition. The title "Peaky Blinders" refers to a notorious gang led by the Shelby family, named after the razor blades sewn into the peaks of their flat caps, which they used as weapons.
By Farkas Márk about a year ago in Critique
Amnesty International’s Double Standard on Israel
Amnesty International, a global organization exceeding 7 million people, has long been regarded as a leading voice for human rights; however, its track record on Israel raises concerns about a pattern of selective outrage and disproportionate criticism. From allegations of apartheid to calls for international arms embargoes, Amnesty’s focus on Israel stands out as uniquely severe—raising critical questions about the organization’s impartiality and fairness in addressing complex geopolitical conflicts.
By Gregory Lyakhovabout a year ago in Critique
“Conspiracy Theories: Labyrinths of Shadows and the Poetry of Paranoia”
There is something profoundly human about the allure of conspiracy theories. They arise not simply as explanations for chaos, but as manifestations of our deepest anxieties and desires. They speak to a part of us that is both terrified of the unknown and irresistibly drawn to it, yearning to impose meaning on an existence that often seems incomprehensible.
By Nazia Syedabout a year ago in Critique
